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The Department of Leisure Services provides a wide range of activities which appeal to all ages. For information concerning programs, fees charged and registration, check the calendar, navigate these pages or call 361-3640. You may also download the Registration Form . Be sure to check the SPORTS pages for those programs.

For All Ages

Stamping 101

Come experience the fun of Rubber Stamping. Unleash your creativity and learn a new craft that is very useful. This class will include the basics of rubber-stamping, card-making, and other uses for paper crafting. Not only will you get basic instructions, but you will take home 6 simple completed projects!

instructor: Cindy Waldroff from Stamping in Dixie, Independent Demonstrator for Stampin' Up!

date: Feb. 28, Tuesday
time: 6:30 til 9:00 p.m.
fee: $25 includes all supplies
minimum/maximum: 8/15
where: Doster Community Center

Fishing Seminar

- Beginning and Advanced

Two fishing seminars will be held Thursday night, February 16. Beginning at 7:00, and introduction to fishing will be held. Youth and adults will have a hands-on time of learning about casting and preparing to fish. This session will include how to fillet or dress fish for cooking. After a break at 8:00, a more advanced session will begin at 8:15. An angler from the AUM bass fishing team and staff from the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division will discuss fishing local waters for largemouth bass and spotted bass. Questions from the audience will be an important part of the seminar.

For more information call: 361-3640 or Al. Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries at 334-242-3884

when: February 16, Thursday
time: 7pm-8pm beginners; 8:15pm-9:00pm advanced
where:Doster Community Center
fee: FREE!!

Computer Classes

Call 361-3697 for details or to register, Space is limited. Each class is $25 per person.

• Getting Started with the Computer
• Internet 101
• Computer Maintenance
• Intro to the PC (personal computer)
• Troubleshooting

when: Mondays & Fridays
time: 12:00 noon - 4:00pm
where: Gillespie Senior Center

Extreme Couponing

More Bang for your Buck!
Instructor: Stacey Roten

Let Stacey show you how to stretch your dollar, get name brand items all while saving money, having fun, and even getting some products free!

when: March 24, Saturday
where: Doster Community Center
time: 9:30-11:30am
fee: $20 per person
pre-register by: March 19
minimum/maximum: 10/50

Tennis Ladder Challenge

Tennis Ladder Challenge (click for more)

Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles
Ages 14-18; 19 & up
Fee: $5 per person or $10 per team
Must pre-register at the Doster Community Center
If interested, call 361-3640 for a copy of the Rules and Guidelines

Youth Singles Ladder Registration Formpdf

Youth Doubles Ladder Registration Formpdf

Adult Singles Ladder Registration Formpdf

Adult Doubles Ladder Registration Formpdf

Puppy Socialization & Training Class

Instructor: Janice Pleasner

Get off to the right start with your new puppy. This Puppy Socialization and Training Class is:

• For all puppies from eight weeks of age to sixteen weeks of age.
• Course length is six weeks.
• Certificate of completion at the conclusion of the class.

The purpose of the class is to provide a strong groundwork for good behavior for your new puppy and to improve the human pet bond between you and your dog.

Topics and lessons include:

• House Training.
• Beginning lessons in simple obedience including walking on leash, sit, down, stay, and come.
• Socialization with people and other dogs.
• Problem prevention and solving.
• Basic instruction on puppy and dog health, grooming, nutrition, behavior.

All the above in a fun and relaxed stress free atmosphere for you and your new puppy taught by and instructor with 40+ years of experience training thousands of dogs for companionship, competition, and or work.

Dates: April 10-May 15; Tuesdays
Time: 7pm-8pm
Place: Doster Community Center
Cost: $80.00

Gigantic Flea Market

Time to clean and get rid of unwanted but good items. Rent your booth and set up the evening before the sale. Guns, weapons, tobacco & alcohol CANNOT be sold on the premises.

(24) - 12x15 Auditorium booths, $15 each
(7) - 10x10 Dining Room booths, $10 each
(7) 12x15 outdoor booths, no tables provided, $5 each

Come by Doster to rent your booth, they sell out fast! A ten day cancellation required or booth rental is not refundable. Limit 1 booth per household.

Registration begins January 27th
when: Set up Friday, March 16, 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Sale Saturday, March 17, 6 a.m.-Noon
where: Doster Center

Annual Black History Program

Special Guest: CharaieCelia K. Hamilton
Miss Alabama State University
CharaieCelia K. Hamilton is the beautiful daughter of Celia and Nathaniel Hamilton of Montgomery, Alabama. CharaieCelia came to the gorgeous University of Alabama State, where she has become a Theatre Arts Major. CharaieCelia was also Ms. Junior at Alabama State 2010-2011. She participates in numerous clubs on campus. Hamilton was also a facilitator for K.E.E.P Productions children models. She volunteered with Making of a Lady, which is a nonprofit organization created to train the young women of Houston Hill Middle School on how to be a lady. Her newest program is QUEENS. Queens is a program founded to teach girls in the surrounding area their true worth and that most importantly all girls are queens. Upon graduating from ASU, Ms. CharaieCelia Hamilton aspires to become a
leader and role model for youth in Alabama.

Celebration of Black History!
Entertainment and history for the
entire family.
When: Friday, February 17th
Time: 6:00pm
Where: Doster Community Center
Fee: FREE

Dog Obedience

Instructor, Janice Plessner
Basic household obedience for dogs 5 months and up. First class, come without your dog, but bring health records. Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Registration required before date of class.
when: Mondays 7:00 - 8:00pm, January 16-February 20, March 19-April 23
where: Doster Center (Class is 6 weeks)
Fee: $80 per dog, or $40 for repeats (same dog)

Bark in the Park

when: Saturday, April 14 (subject to change) 2:00-4:00pm
where: Cooter’s Pond Park

The Department of Leisure Services & the Prattville-Autauga Humane Society host a fun-filled day for the whole family — bring your favorite furry friend or adopt one! (Make sure pets are up to date on shots & on a leash.)

  • Dogs Helping Dogs Walk
  • Prizes for Best Costume, Pet/owner Look Alike, Smallest Dog & Largest Dog
  • Visit Local Vets, Pet Product Vendors, Pet Stores, Dog Exhibitions & Concessions!
  • Door Prizes!
  • Bone Hunt For Dogs - Prizes!

Call 334-361-3640 for more information.

For Youth & Children

Remote Controlled Boat Demo

The Prattville Model Boat Club will be demonstrating remote control boats of various styles and sizes. Bring the family and a picnic lunch and enjoy the show.
date: April 28
time: 10:30am - 11:30am
place: Pratt Park Pond
FREE!!

Let's Fly a Kite!

April is National Kite Month. This is a great time to bring the family, a picnic lunch, the family dog, and teach the kids an old time, fun, inexpensive outdoor activity. Bring or build your own kite and come join in on the fun. (All dogs must be on a leash and have had their vaccinations)
date: April 7
time: 10:00am until
place: Cooter’s Pond at the top of the hill.
FREE!!

Sadie Hawkins/Pre-Spring Dance

Sadie Hawkins & Pre-Spring Break Dance (if you plan to come please call 361-3640 to reserve your spot call and place your name on the attendees list by March 2: NO CALLS NO DANCE)
minimum/maximum: 50/300
(Must have parent volunteers!!!! If you are interested in helping with this dance please call Erica at 361-3640 for additional information and to place your name on the volunteer list)
grades: 5th & 6th students of Autauga County
fee: $5.00
place: Doster Community Center
date: March 9
time: 7:00-10:00pm

Kids in Motion

Geared toward kids ages 5-15.
This is a fun high energy class, that will encourage kids to get up and keep moving. It will help them become more fit, self and aware of their own nutritional habits and choices.
Date: Tuesday & Thursdays
Time: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Place: Doster Community Center
Fee: $10.00 per person per month
Min/Max: 10/25

After School Program
Action-packed, fun-filled after school program: games, homework time and more!
when: Monday-Friday, 3:00-6:00 pm, Begins August 15th (on the first day of school)!
Check for Vacation Club Days when school is out and parents have to work!
where: Doster Center
Afternoon snack & transportation provided.
Registration fee: $20 per child. Weekly fee $35 per child, $30 for second child per week. Daily fee: $20.
Registration begins Wednesday, July 27.
Babysitters Training

Ages 11-15. This course covers safety, first aid, professionalism, leadership and care-giving skills. Also includes tips for getting baby-sitting jobs. Three-day course
covers certification 1 baby-sitters’ training and infant & child CPR.
Dates: Mon., March 26th, 9:00am-4.00pm (bring lunch)
Tues., March 27th, 9:00am-4.00pm (lunch provided)
Where: Upper Kingston Community Center
Fee: $100.00 (includes baby-sitter’s handbook, baby-sitter’s pin, class material and baby-sitter’s backpack plus lunch on the last day only.)
Check payable to: American Red Cross.
Min/Max: 6/15

Etiquette Class

Grades 1 - 6
$30 per month
Saturday, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Upper Kingston Community Center
Date: February 11, 18, 25, & March 3
4 Week Sessions
Sessions Include: Etiquette in Public Places, Proper Introductions, Social and Communication Skills, Posture, Dining Do’s and Don’ts, Place setting, Communicating 101 & More
Class Session ends with a Field Trip to a Restaurant, A Certificate and Picture in the Newspaper.
More than 100 youth have participated in the class since 2007.
Min./ Max.: 10/25
Registration at the Doster Community Center.

Spring Break Camp

K-6th grade. Field trips, games activities & arts-n-crafts. Child must bring lunch unless otherwise instructed.
when: March 26-30; 7:30am-5:30pm
where: Doster Center
Fee: $50 for the week or $20 per day. Fee must be paid in full no later than 3 working days before the week of camp (Must have 15 participants registered).
Min/Max: 15/50.

Summer Youth Program

Spend your summer with us going on weekly field trips, playing games, making crafts and going swimming!

when: starts Tuesday, May 29th, 7a.m.-6p.m.
where: Prattville Kindergarten Gym
K-6th grade. Registration starts April 2 at Doster Community Center.
Non-refundable fee: $75 registration, $70 per week or $20 per day. Weekly fee required regardless of attendance. One week vacation (from program) non-payment.
MANDATORY Parent Orientation: Parents must attend one day only. May 21 or 22, 6 p.m., Kindergarten Gym.

For Adults 18+

Womens' Self Defense

This is a 4-hour unarmed self-defense class for women only. In this course, the student will learn the basics of self-defense and move into more advanced materials. Student will be able to perform strikes and defend themselves from a variety of positions.

Instructor: Wayne Mackey

ages: 18 and up
Required Equipment: Student are required to wear tennis shoes and comfortable casual clothing that will allow for movement. Please do not wear any jewelry as this may cause injury.
when: Saturday, September 24
time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Register at Doster Center
min/max: 10/30
Fee: $30 per person

Must call 361-3640 to register.



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