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Join us for a crucial community conversation. Families and community members are invited to attend the upcoming Idlewood Elementary Boundary Adjustment and Smoke Rise Elementary School Resource Planning Update Meeting—an important opportunity to get the latest information and ask final questions regarding the Idlewood/Smoke Rise transition. This meeting is designed to provide clarity on the…

The Clarkston Community Center (CCC) joined the City of Clarkston at the Georgia Empowerment Placemaking Cohort (GEPC) Spring Retreat, hosted at the Georgia Municipal Association in downtown Atlanta. As a longstanding member of the city’s placemaking committee, CCC has supported these community-building efforts for several years—advocating for creative, inclusive, and culturally relevant public spaces throughout…

Looking for a safe, fun, and educational environment for your child after school? The Clarkston Quiet Zone 2.0 After School Program is back for the 2025–2026 school year, offering an engaging, enriching experience for students in grades K–8. Program Details: Grades: K–8 Time: Weekdays, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Clarkston Community Center What We…

At the heart of Metro Atlanta’s push for equity and empowerment stands STAPLE The Community, LLC, a mission-driven organization dedicated to advocacy, education, and uplifting marginalized voices. Founded on the belief that every individual deserves access to essential knowledge and tools, STAPLE The Community serves as a vital resource hub for underserved populations. Through thoughtfully…

Small businesses play a powerful role in shaping the character of our community—and few embody this better than Lambadina Café. “Lambadina” means “light” in Amharic, and Elsa, the proud owner, hopes her café brings that light to Clarkston. Since 2009, Lambadina has been a welcoming spot on Market Street, serving delicious Eritrean ginger coffee, Ful breakfast,…

Mint Coffeehouse Celebrating Local Flavor: Mint Coffeehouse Brews Community Spirit Small businesses don’t just serve customers—they shape the character of a community. In the Clarkston Cluster, where culture and identity thrive through every shop and stand, these businesses are more than just places to buy things—they’re stories, dreams, and connections in motion. That’s why the…

Advocacy at Clarkston Community Center At the Clarkston Community Center, advocacy means action. Our Advocacy Program empowers individuals and families to be informed, confident, and active participants in civic and community life. Whether it’s making your voice heard at the ballot box, supporting your child’s education, learning English, or understanding your rights—we provide the tools,…

We are thrilled to introduce our newest partner, Big Dream Youth Academy, who will be leading an exciting Capoeira de Angola class at Clarkston Community Center every Thursday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, starting April 10th. What is Capoeira de Angola? Capoeira is a breathtaking Afro-Brazilian martial art that blends self-defense, dance, music, philosophy,…

The Clarkston Community Center Student Art Competition invited students from elementary, middle, and high schools to showcase their creativity under the theme: “A Woman Who Inspires You. Students were encouraged to create artwork featuring a woman who has influenced or changed their lives—whether a historical figure, an artist, an activist, or a loved one. This…

The Clarkston Community Center hosted Behind the Global Women’s Gaze: Annual Art Exhibition in celebration of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. Featuring artwork from 26 talented female artists, the exhibit showcased diverse perspectives through painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. Mayor Beverly Burks highlighted the role of art in community building and women’s…