Clarkston Community Center

Clarkston Community Center Clarkston Community Center:
A Gathering Place for Art, Education, Recreation, & Community Building. Currently, we proudly serve more than 50,000 individuals.
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Clarkston Community Center opened its doors in 1994 and we keep growing year over year. We are a meeting place for both long-term residents and families and individuals that were not born in the U.S. In fact, 43% of Clarkson’s residents are foreign-born and more than half are living in poverty. The CCC provides unique experiences, educational resources, and valuable tools that foster community whi

le celebrating cultural diversity. Visit our pages to learn more about our diverse programs. Come join us!

Last Chance to Register!Don’t miss the Creative Collective: Artist Mixer ✨An evening of art, culture, food & connection ...
09/04/2025

Last Chance to Register!

Don’t miss the Creative Collective: Artist Mixer ✨
An evening of art, culture, food & connection at Clarkston Community Center.

This Friday, Sept 5 | 6–9 PM
Clarkston Community Center

Free & open to all artists + supporters
Share your work • Network • Tour CCC
Food sponsored by Halal Pizza & Café

RSVP: https://forms.gle/w385k7axSfeY39bx9

Creative Collective with x .community.center A Community Mixer for ArtistsCalling all artists! Join us for an evening o...
08/25/2025

Creative Collective with x .community.center

A Community Mixer for Artists

Calling all artists! Join us for an evening of creativity, cultural exchange, and connection!

We're thrilled to announce Creative Collective an Artist Mixer at the Clarkston Community Center, hosted in partnership with ! This event is dedicated to bringing together refugee, immigrant, BIPOC, and Asian artists to celebrate their diverse works and incredible talents. Our goal is to foster collaboration, build connections, and create opportunities for growth within our vibrant artistic community.

This event is a platform for artists to share their work, network, and build meaningful relationships within the creative community.

What to Expect:

Art Sharing & Networking: Meet fellow artists and art supporters in a welcoming space.

Communication Discussion: Explore the intersection of art, culture, and community.

Plug-Ins: Showcase your work, ideas, or upcoming projects (2 minutes per participant).

Tour of the Clarkston Community Center: Discover this vibrant hub for creativity and culture.

- Date: Friday, September 5, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)
- Location: Clarkston Community Center, 3701 College Avenueو Clarkston, GA 30021

This event is free and open to all artists and art supporters. Whether you’re a painter, writer, musician, performer, or creative of any kind, we’d love to see you there!

RSVP Link in bio!

100 Years of Community!Join us for a CENTURY of impact, inclusion, and cultural celebrations at the Clarkston Community ...
08/25/2025

100 Years of Community!

Join us for a CENTURY of impact, inclusion, and cultural celebrations at the Clarkston Community Center!

📅 Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Clarkston Community Center, 3701 College Ave, Clarkston, GA

This milestone event is more than a celebration, it’s a tribute to 100 incredible years of fostering belonging and empowering one of the most diverse communities in the U.S.










Clarkston Is Home: Mural Unveiling Recap On August 2, the Clarkston community came together to celebrate the unveiling o...
08/05/2025

Clarkston Is Home: Mural Unveiling Recap
On August 2, the Clarkston community came together to celebrate the unveiling of Clarkston Is Home, a stunning new mural by artist Trudy Tran, now brightening the College Avenue underpass.

Hosted at the Clarkston Community Center and joined by , officials, and local artists, the event honored Clarkston’s vibrant identity through art, storytelling, and unity.

From heartfelt speeches and a community walk to the mural site, to shared moments of reflection and appreciation, it was a powerful reminder of the culture, creativity, and connection that define Clarkston.

Thank you to DeKalb County Commissioners Ted Terry and Chakira Johnson, for their continued partnership, City Manager ChaQuias Miller-Thornton, Jacob Bouie for leading project coordination, and to everyone who helped bring this vision to life. Clarkston truly is home.

Free English Classes for Seniors & Adults: Fall Semester Starts August 4!We're excited to kick off a new semester of ESL...
08/04/2025

Free English Classes for Seniors & Adults: Fall Semester Starts August 4!

We're excited to kick off a new semester of ESL (English as a Second Language) at the Clarkston Community Center, supporting senior and adult refugees as they build language skills, confidence, and connection.

Start Date: Monday, August 4
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Class Options:
• Online Beginner – Tues & Wed on Zoom
• Online Intermediate – Tues & Wed on Google Meet
In-Person Beginner English & Civics – Mon & Wed at CCC

This program continues our commitment to accessibility, lifelong learning, and belonging.

Let’s keep learning, connecting, and growing, together.

ESL at Clarkston Community Center: Growth, Connection, and Confidence. This spring, our Adult ESL class wrapped up a pow...
07/31/2025

ESL at Clarkston Community Center: Growth, Connection, and Confidence.

This spring, our Adult ESL class wrapped up a powerful season of learning, laughter, and growth at the Clarkston Community Center.

Students from Turkey, Ethiopia, Haiti, Mali, South Sudan, and Mexico came together not just to learn English, but to build community, pursue dreams, and support one another along the way.

From job offers to future leadership goals, their journeys are just beginning, and we’re proud to be part of that path.

At CCC, learning is about more than language. It’s about belonging, opportunity, and transformation.

Read more: https://clarkstoncommunitycenter.org/esl-students-grow-together-at-clarkston-community-center/

Improv, Laughter & Learning at Clarkston Community Center!Our after-school youth program was filled with energy and crea...
07/30/2025

Improv, Laughter & Learning at Clarkston Community Center!

Our after-school youth program was filled with energy and creativity during a special Improv Workshop led by Joel Boyd and Madeline Evans from , in partnership with Positive Growth Inc. Clubhouse.

Through games, imagination, and teamwork, our students explored the world of improvisational theatre, boosting confidence, communication, and connection along the way. A huge thank you to Dad’s Garage for inspiring our young learners with joy and spontaneity!

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We’re also grateful to our amazing partners Emory SHINE and Emory CLSM, whose mentorship continues to shape our after-school program. From academic support to soccer games, your presence truly uplifts our youth.

At Clarkston Community Center, we believe growth happens through play, partnership, and belonging. Thank you to all who help us build spaces where students thrive.

Mint Coffeehouse : Brewing More Than CoffeeWe’re proud to spotlight Mint Coffeehouse, a local gem founded by Ahmad and M...
07/28/2025

Mint Coffeehouse : Brewing More Than Coffee

We’re proud to spotlight Mint Coffeehouse, a local gem founded by Ahmad and Marianna Alzoukani—starting as a mobile espresso service and now thriving in a new brick-and-mortar location in Tucker!

Proudly immigrant-owned, Mint is more than just great coffee. It’s a story of resilience, creativity, and heart—everything that makes the Clarkston community vibrant and strong.

Stop by, sip something special, and experience the flavor of local business done right.
mintcoffeehouse.com

Unity in Appreciation: A Celebration of Culture and CommunityWe were honored to host ’s first-ever Unity in Appreciation...
07/24/2025

Unity in Appreciation: A Celebration of Culture and Community
We were honored to host ’s first-ever Unity in Appreciation at Eid here at the Clarkston Community Center, a beautiful gathering that celebrated Afghan culture, resilience, and connection.

We’re proud to have served as the space where the community came together in joy, tradition, and unity.

From inspiring panelists and powerful Tarana performances to Afghan fashion, food, and music, every detail reflected the strength and richness of our diverse Clarkston community.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this event so meaningful. We're always proud to open our doors to moments like this.

Th@internationalkababhouse : Where Flavor Meets FamilyClarkston’s culinary scene just got richer! Walid, a familiar face...
07/23/2025

Th@internationalkababhouse : Where Flavor Meets Family
Clarkston’s culinary scene just got richer! Walid, a familiar face in the community, has opened The International Kabob House on Memorial Drive, a family-run restaurant serving authentic, home-style Halal meals with heart.

From sizzling kabobs to perfectly spiced biryani, every dish reflects a story of heritage, hospitality, and connection. And just next door? Walid’s trusted Halal Market is still open for all your grocery needs.

6045 Memorial Drive, Stone Mountain
Tuesday–Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM

Support local, eat well, and experience the tradition that brings us all to the table.

Senior Refugee ESL Classes: Fall Semester Starts August 4We’re excited to welcome back our senior learners for a new sem...
07/22/2025

Senior Refugee ESL Classes: Fall Semester Starts August 4

We’re excited to welcome back our senior learners for a new semester of English as a Second Language (ESL) at the Clarkston Community Center!

Starting Monday, August 4 from 9 AM to 12 PM, classes will be held in person and online, continuing our commitment to accessibility, connection, and lifelong learning.

This program supports senior refugees as they gain language skills, build community, and navigate life in a new country with confidence and care.

Registration is now open – secure your spot today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOlQMnh_T62SpG8RdxXV2CSa-4bQrA8smJTEQ4_5bzAV7rAg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Let’s keep learning, connecting, and growing—together.

Business Resources 101 Recap | Hosted at Clarkston Community CenterIn celebration of Economic Development Week, the City...
07/21/2025

Business Resources 101 Recap | Hosted at Clarkston Community Center

In celebration of Economic Development Week, the City of Clarkston, in collaboration with Decide DeKalb and the Better Business Bureau, brought together entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community advocates for Business Resources 101, an event focused on access, growth, and opportunity.

Held at the Clarkston Community Center, the event offered practical guidance on funding, workforce development, and technical assistance, laying the groundwork for a more inclusive and empowered local economy.

With inspiring remarks from Mayor Beverly H. Burks and City Manager ChaQuias Miller-Thornton, participants were reminded that true economic progress starts with equity, connection, and support.

We thank the City of Clarkston and its partners for choosing CCC as a gathering space for this vital work, and all the vendors and neighbors who continue to shape the future of small business in our community.

This is what community investment looks like.

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3701 College Avenue
Clarkston, GA
30021

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14045081050

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Clarkston Community Center opened its doors in 1994 and we keep growing year over year. Currently, we proudly serve more than 50,000 individuals. We are a meeting place for both long-term residents and families and individuals that were not born in the U.S. In fact, 43% of Clarkson’s residents are foreign-born and more than half are living in poverty. The CCC provides unique experiences, educational resources, and valuable tools that foster community while celebrating cultural diversity. Visit our pages to learn more about our diverse programs. Come join us!