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Newly Refreshed! ơ ǡ Ǩ WELCOME TO CONYERS Corporate Meetings • Extended-Stay Housing • Weddings Whether you’re new to Conyers or a long time resident, please be sure to stop by our Welcome to Receptions • Rehearsal Dinners • Bridal Brunches Welcome Center & Historic Train Depot located in our commercial historic district, 3,000 sq.ft. of Meeting Space Olde Town Conyers. Our knowledgeable and friendly Be sure to download staff can recommend plenty of places to go, people to the FREE mobile app 770-761-9155 ‘Guide to Conyers’ see, and things to do! If you like to shop, dine, golf, to plan a weekend Conyers www.hawthorn.com garden, bike, hike, canoe, kayak, horseback ride, staycation, or while rockdale county geocache, walk, run, and more we’ve got you covered! having friends and Diverse. Dynamic. Distinct. 1659 Centennial Olympic Pkwy. family in town! Conyers ou have either experienced Ysouthern charm at its best, or you are about to! Conyers/Rockdale County is ready to welcome you to our small, southern town that can be described as diverse, dynamic and distinct.
Diverse. When we say we have something for everyone, we mean it! Diversity is found in every aspect of our community, from the landscape, business make-up, and arts and culture, to our blend of lifelong residents and those who have recently Conyers Welcome Center & Historic Train Depot Hawthorn·s Bistro + Lounge Tuesday-Saturday come to call us home. Whether Varied Menu and Full Bar 901 Railroad Street, Conyers GA 30012 you are drawn to Conyers/Rockdale Closed Sunday 770-602-2606 • www.visitconyersga.com HAWTHORN ATLANTA | CONYERS County for the schools or a slower pace of life, you will find that and so much more. Smartly-Appointed AMENITIES From thriving Meeting Space Awaits Dynamic. 24-Hr Reception Desk residential communities, sound Our hotel features 1 meeting room, which can businesses and sprawling walking be arranged to accommodate 45 conference ATM trails that traverse the county; to guests or 30 banquet guests. Plan your next Bus/Truck Parking arts and culture and entertainment meeting or special event with us. We also Certified Eco-friendly spots throughout the city and county; arrange great rates for groups — large or small. to places of worship to meet your Coffee/Tea Maker spiritual needs; to sports venues Cribs Available dotting the landscape; and caring Daily Housekeeping citizens reaching out with a helping hand in hospitals and community Elevators events, there is always something Free Breakfast new, always something beautiful, and Free Parking always something exciting. Free WiFi Hairdryer Distinct. A small, southern town ZŽĐŬĚĂůĞŽƵŶƚLJŝƐĂ with the sophistication of a big city Meeting Room ƉĞƌĨĞĐƚůLJͲƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ – that’s Conyers/Rockdale County. There really is no other place Pet Friendly ĐŽŵŵƵŶŝƚLJǁŝƚŚĂƌŽĐŬͲƐŽůŝĚ quite like it. Pool - Outdoor ĂƉƉƌŽĂĐŚĚĞĚŝĐĂƚĞĚƚŽ Rollaway Beds Available ĞdžĐĞůůĞŶĐĞŝŶĐƵƐƚŽŵĞƌ We are happy to welcome you here! ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞ͕ƋƵĂůŝƚLJŽĨůŝĨĞĂŶĚ ŐůŽďĂůĞĐŽŶŽŵŝĐĚĞǀĞůŽƉŵĞŶƚ͘ Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham • 770-278-0950 ǁǁǁ͘ƌŽĐŬĚĂůĞĐŽƵŶƚLJ͘ŽƌŐ Conyers Atlanta Area • 1412 Old Mcdonough Highway, Conyers, GA 30094 ;ϳϳϬͿϮϳϴͲϳϬϬϬ
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FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES Tax Commissioner ...... 678-278-9833 Rockdale CASA ...... 770-761-0202 969 Pine Street, Conyers HOUSING www.rockdaletaxoffice.org www.rockdalecasa.org CONYERS NEWS Rockdale DFACS ...... 770-388-5025 APARTMENTS 975 Taylor Street, Conyers Keswick Village www.dfcs.dhs.georgia.gov NEWSPAPERS Apartments...... 770-860-1955 newcomers’ HEALTH DEPARTMENT Village at Almand Creek The Metro Times ...... 404-374-5469 Apartments...... 770-922-1927 guide Rockdale County www.metrotimesatlanta.com Woodland Trace Health Department ...... 770-785-4345 On Common Apartments...... 770-929-8988 985 Taylor Street, Conyers Ground News ...... 678-526-1910 www.gnrhealth.com ere you will find the contacts you need to start life in our community. 1240 Sigman Road, NW, Suite 107, Conyers HOSPITAL www.ocgnews.com HIf you don’t find what you need, please call the Chamber of Commerce Piedmont Rockdale Citizen ...... 770-483-7108 at 770-483-7049, or visit www.Conyers-Rockdale.comm. Health Care ...... 770-918-3000 969 S. Main Street, Conyers 1412 Milstead Avenue, Conyers www.rockdalecitizen.com www.piedmont.org The Covington News ...... 770-728-1417 PETS ROCKDALE COUNTY JAIL 1166 Usher Street, Covington UTILITIES REGISTRATIONSS RockdaleR County Jail ...... 770-278-8200 www.covnews.com Animal Care 2385 Sigman Industrial Court, Conyers CABLE TELEVISION AUTOMOBILE & Control www.rockdalesheriff.com Comcast ...... 1-800-266-2278 Rockdale County 770-278-8403 CHILDCARE ROCKDALE COUNTY ASSISTED LIVING www.comcast.com Tag Office ...... 678-278-9833 1506 Rockbridge Road, Conyers Discovery Point Child Highland Circle ELECTRICITY 969 Pine Street, Conyers www.rockdalecountyga.gov MUNICIPALITIES Development Center ...... 770-918-1888 Personal Care Home .....770-679-4235 Georgia Power ...... 1-888-660-5890 www.rockdaletaxoffice.org CITY OF CONYERS Kids R Kids Private School Manchester Court Assisted Living www.georgiapower.com 24 hours / 7 days DRIVER’S LICENSE and Memory Care ...... 470-207-7250 Out-of-state residents moving to Georgia have 30 City Hall ...... 770-483-4411 (Honey Creek) ...... 770-929-3355 Snapping Shoals EMC ... 770-786-3484 days upon establishing residency to obtain a Georgia VITAL SERVICES 1184 Scott Street, Conyers Ms. Pam’s Precious Angels Family MEDbath Atlanta ...... 404-850-1375 www.ssemc.com license. The fee is $20, payable in cash, money order, or certified check. AMBULANCE www.conyersga.com Childcare Center 2 ...... 770-679-9199 Merryvale Walton EMC & Natural Gas ...... Department of Mayor ...... 770-929-4226 Peachtree Academy Assisted Living ...... 770-786-4688 770-267-2505 National EMS ...... 770-922-9578 Driver Services ...... 678-413-8400 1184 Scott Street, Conyers Private School ...... 770-860-8900 Morningside www.waltonemc.com 1060 Culpepper Drive, Conyers ...... or 678-413-8500 www.nationalems.com www.conyersga.com of Conyers ...... 770-922-1654 NATURAL GAS 2206 Eastview Parkway NE, Conyers ROCKDALE COUNTY FIRE-RESCUE City Manager ...... 770-929-4226 SL Remington House .....770-761-4888 Atlanta Gas Light ...... 770-994-1946 www.dds.ga.gov 1184 Scott Street, Conyers Fire Department...... 770-278-8401 PERSONAL CARE www.aglc.com VOTER 5 www.conyersga.com 1496 Rockbridge Road NW, Conyers Because We Care ...... 770-385-0300 TELEPHONE/INTERNET Residents must register at least 30 days prior to a Welcome Center ...... 770-602-2606 county, state, or national election. Registration is open www.rockdalecountyga.gov Personal Touch AT&T ...... 1-800-331-0500 year-round. Please feel free to call the appropriate ...... 1-800-CONYERS CONYERS POLICE (phone) ...... 1-800-288-2020 agency or the Chamber of Commerce if you have any 901 Railroad Street, Conyers Healthcare ...... 678-334-4972 questions. (internet) ...... 1-844-827-7057 Police Department ...... 770-483-6600 www.conyersga.com Right At Home ...... 678-712-6636 Rockdale County 1194 Scott Street, Conyers www.att.com ROCKDALE COUNTY OFFICES HOSPICE Board of Elections ...... 770-278-7333 www.conyerspolice.com Comcast ...... 1-800-266-2278 County Switchboard & Courthouse Bridgeway Hospice...... 678-583-2296 1400 Parker Road, Conyers ROCKDALE COUNTY SHERIFF www.comcast.com Information ...... 770-278-7000 Longleaf Hospice ...... 770-939-9179 www.rockdalecountyga.gov Sheriff’s Office ...... 770-278-8000 EarthLink Business ..... 1-866-383-3080 Rockdale 23 (cable access) (Comcast customers) Magnolia Hospice ...... 770-483-9111 LIBRARY 911 Chambers Drive, Conyers (Commercial Only) www.rockdalecountyga.gov Nancy Guinn www.earthlink.com www.rockdalesheriff.comwww.rockdalesheriff.com Memorial Libraryy ...... 770770-388-5040-388 -5040 Commissioners ...... 770-278-7001 SANITATION Law Library ...... 77770-388-50400-388-5040 962 Milstead Avenue, Conyers City of Conyers ...... 770-483-4411 864 Green Street,t, CConyersonyers www.rockdalecountyga.gov www.conyersga.com www.conyersrockdalelibrary.orgckdalelibrary.org District Attorney ...... 770-278-7990 Rockdale County SCHOOLS 922 Court Street, Conyers www.rockdalecountyga.gov Recycling Center ...... 770-785-6883 Rockdale Countyy 1200 Sigman Road NE, Conyers Planning Light Housekeeping Transitional care after Public Schools ...... 770-483-4713770-483-4713 hospitalization www.rockdalecountyga.gov & Development ...... 770-278-7100 954 N. Main Street,eeet, CConyersonyers Bathing Assistance Transportation / Errands WATER & SEWER www.rockdaleschools.orgchhools.org 958 Milstead Avenue, Conyers www.rockdalecountyga.gov Rockdale Student Registrationtion Water Resources ...... 770-278-7400 Help Line TAXES 678.712.6636 958 Milstead Avenue, Conyers Board of Assessors ...... 770-278-7676 770-761-1457 www.raheastatl.com www.rockdalecountyga.gov 981 Milstead Avenue, Conyers Directors: Mark Ross & Dr. Nicole Ross www.rockdalecountyga.gov
14 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 15 Re/Max PURE SENIORS Rockdale Coalition for REAL ESTATE Sandy Greene ...... 678-557-5756 Honor Flight ...... 770-483-4049 Children and Families ... 770-761-9244 Southern Classic Realtors Meals on Wheels ...... 770-278-7230 Sheltering Arms Early Education REALTORS Kathy Stowers ...... 404-309-5374 Olivia Haydel & Family Center ...... 404-523-2767 ALERT Properties ...... 770-484-5200 Senior Center ...... 770-278-7230 COMMUNITY ARC Homes ENVIRONMENT JP Carr Realty Group, LLC ...... 888-896-6322 NON-PROFITS Keep Conyers/Rockdale Community Center ...... 770-278-7529 Berkshire Hathaway ...... 770-778-6635 Beautiful ...... 770-278-7052 US Army HEALTH Breco Realty/Tax Appraisal ARTS Recruiting Station ...... 770-483-9844 Experts ...... 706-342-3355 American Conyers/Rockdale BASIC NEEDS Deon Cannon Realty .....404-630-2985 Cancer Society ...... 404-315-1123 Council for the Arts ...... 770-922-3143 Family Community Housing Hyde Home Group & Association, Inc...... 770-787-4436 American Heart The New Depot Players Knowing our clients Keller Williams AME ...... 770-241-0044 & Stroke Association ...... 678-224-2000 Theatre Troupe ...... 678-374-3224 Georgia Community personally is what we do. Integrity Professionals American Stroke Supports & Solution Realty LLC ...... 770-656-0067 Association ...... 1-888-478-7653 (Our Place) ...... 404-634-4222 Keller Williams Realty Goodwill Industries ...... 770-483-2383 Kimberley Chance Atkins Conyers Christie Phillips ...... 678-283-7249 Partnership for Foundation ...... 770-483-0811 Tim Baker, AAMS® Walt Hawk Jr, AAMS® Jason Witcher KW Commercial Community Action ...... 404-929-2500 2135 Eastview Parkway, Ste 200 3545 Hwy 20 SE 1795 Parker Rd SE, Ste E110 Atlanta Metro East ...... 770-778-2820 March of Dimes ...... 404-350-9800 Rockdale 770-602-2941 770-483-4954 770-648-6235 Lee Staples Realty, Inc. Mercy Heart, Inc...... 678-374-5132 Emergency Relief ...... 770-922-9210 Brian M. Callaway Tim Johnson Josh Carr Charles Staples ...... 770-483-7779 Rockdale House 863 Flat Shoals Rd, Ste 300 913 Commercial St, Ste A 974 Milstead Ave NE Rockdale Cares, Inc...... 770-922-7272 770-918-0725 770-922-1351 770-483-0703 Maximum One for Men ...... 770-483-3984 MENTAL HEALTH Realty Partners ...... 678-782-5050 Rockdale House Michael Macchione, AAMS® 1010 North St NW Minor Realty & Rockdale County RECREATION for Women ...... 770-483-0213 770-922-6676 REO Svc...... 678-663-2080 Mental Health Boy Scouts of America .. 404-432-6526 Rockdale Hotline ...... 800-838-1752 www.edwardjones.com Re/Max Agents Realty ...770-787-7777 Camp Westminster ...... 770-483-2225 Senior Services ...... 770-278-7230 Re/Max Agents Realty GNR County ConyersTennis.com ...... 770-278-7251 United Way in MKT-5894F-A-A1 Ethel Boyle ...... 770-833-5531 Health Dept...... 770-339-4270 Rockdale County ...... 678-623-2876 Walk of Heroes Veterans War Memorial ...... 404-401-7142 Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, Inc...... 770-702-9100 Rockdale Boys and Girls Club ...... 770-922-7402 Rockdale County Parks & Recreation Department ...... 770-278-7529 Rockdale Girls Softball ..770-929-1604 Rockdale Special Olympics...... 770-922-1198 Rockdale Youth Baseball ...... 770-278-7257 Rockdale Youth Soccer Association ...... 770-483-0284 Rockdale Youth SERVICES WE PROVIDE
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18 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 19 Q Making time for togetherness is home to a local drama troupe Experience the community’s history and active arts council, a modern by visiting The Dinky, one of only When it comes to having fun, those library, quaint pubs, an eclectic mix of three remaining circa-1905 steam Your family time is our who live in Conyers/Rockdale eateries, and contemporary churches. locomotives in the world. Walk across County surely do. The community Olde Town Conyers is no stranger the railroad tracks to the Depot, offers something for every member to bright lights and camera crews where the Conyers Welcome Center Priority of the family generally within a few as it’s been a preferred film location is located, to pick up information minutes of home! And, Atlanta is for several feature films and popular about everything that is distinctly only thirty minutes away when you television series. Over the years, Conyers and Olde Town, or tour the want to experience big city culture. Conyers/Rockdale County as a whole Old Jail adjacent to the Rockdale In Conyers/Rockdale County, you has become a popular location for film County Courthouse that serves as a can enjoy the better of two worlds. and television production companies museum featuring fascinating pieces Olde Town Conyers, the community’s because of its unique landscape and of Conyers’ past. downtown area and historical hub, friendly community appeal. Q Enjoying simple pleasures The Nancy Guinn Memorial Library, located in Olde Town Conyers, is well worth a visit to find a good book to read or conduct research. Named for Nancy Graham Guinn, founder and first president of the Conyers Civic League, Mrs. Guinn raised the necessary funds to establish a public library for Rockdale County residents in 1920. The library’s collection includes books, e-books, audio books, DVDs, music CDs, computers, law materials, and more. In addition, the library offers a full-service children’s department, a summer reading club, book sales and other programs for the community. Throughout the county, shopping opportunities abound. Home to many national retailers along with quaint specialty shops, you are able to purchase most anything from aged antiques to specialty tools, right here in Conyers/Rockdale County. Dining out is popular in the community among residents and visitors alike. Every type of eatery from national Our Customers chains to hometown specialties, provides an excellent menu for mealtime selections. Our diverse Are Our Priority. options include international cuisine Treating Families In Conyers Since 1996 such as Japanese, Chinese, Mexican, Thai and Italian, as well as traditional • Hydro-jetting American fare such as sandwiches, • Camera and leak detection seafood, burgers and barbecue. If dessert is your preference, try the • Water and sewer line repair and replacement ice cream parlors or coffee shops www.shurettdentalgroup.com for a delicious banana split or tasty • Electric, gas and tankless water heater installation 770-860-8760770-860-8760 espresso. • Residential and Commercial plumbing services Se Habla Español For religious sanctuary, there are many churches in the community representing various faiths from which to choose. Regardless of Flat Shoals Road SE - Just East of Hwy 138 religious preference, one of the Lakeside Commons Office Park - 2nd Row of Buildings Serving Metro Atlanta • (770) 860-8110
20 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com www.highpriorityplumbing.comConyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 21 most beautiful places for peace and Q Having fun with Other groups meet based on special Conyers/Rockdale County. Opening spiritual renewal is the Monastery of family and friends interests and activities, such as its doors to entrepreneurs in 2016, the Holy Spirit. The Monastic Heritage Keep Conyers-Rockdale Beautiful, (e)station Conyers is a 5,000 square Recreation enthusiasts have several Center, a 17,000-square foot complex, the Conyers Garden Club and the foot facility serving as a business choices in Conyers/Rockdale County. incorporates both new and renovated Conyers Civic League. You can be incubator and co-working space The Rockdale County Parks and historic monastery structures bringing a part of a group that shares your for entrepreneurs and start-up Recreation Division offers a variety of together the Monastery’s varied interests. There is something for businesses. sports activities including youth and public spaces: The Visitor Center and everyone in Conyers/Rockdale adult leagues. Choose from tennis, Historic Barn, the Abbey Gift Shop County. soccer, football, softball, baseball, and Café, the Abbey Garden Center basketball or swimming. Take an Q Working near where you live that houses the Bonsai Pottery, the aerobics or gardening class, or rent Bonsai Nursery and Green House, the The Conyers/Rockdale County a park pavilion for your upcoming Central Courtyard and the Memorial community is a friend to business family reunion or birthday party. Plaza and Prayer Walk. The Heritage and industry. City and county officials Maybe participate in a drama club Center prepares visitors to experience support smart growth. Throughout the or leadership program. The Conyers the monastery church and the gifts county are manufacturers who find Rockdale Council for the Arts also of stillness and reflection offered Conyers/Rockdale County the ideal offers cultural programs for children location to grow their businesses and adults in addition to hosting while their employees have a secure theatrical performances for the place in which to nurture their Located just 24 miles east of Atlanta, community. families. There is plenty of acreage you can enjoy all of the advantages of a metropolitan area with few of Rockdale County invites older adults available for office campuses, plant the concerns found in a major city. to participate in a host of recreational sites, and retail locations. Easy Proximity makes Conyers/Rockdale and social events and activities at the highway access to major interstates County a great place to live and work. Olivia Haydel Senior Center. Rockdale and state highways makes shipping You’ll find it desirable to blend in and residents 60 years and over and their and transportation hassle-free. In become a part of the comfortable spouses are eligible for membership addition, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta rhythm of this diverse, dynamic and in the center. Classes and recreational International Airport is less than distinct community steeped in history, activities are available to adults age 30 miles away. Entrepreneurship culture and sophistication. 50 and older. The Olivia Haydel is supported and encouraged in Senior Center offers a variety of daily through a world-class education Q Staying Healthy activities as well as field trips. with advanced opportunities Residents needing medical services and personalized support. This Civic groups and other organizations have easy access to Piedmont community is a strong proponent of are the backbone of the community, Quality Heating & Cooling Rockdale Hospital, a quality the school system, having four times providing resources for special By healthcare facility serving east metro passed a Special Purpose Local projects that benefit all who call Atlanta. State-of-the-art technology there. Visit the Abbey Church for Option Sales Tax to fund capital Conyers/Rockdale County home. and a caring staff are hallmarks of silent prayer or attend the daily public projects including new schools. The Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Mass. Browse the Abbey Bakery Piedmont Rockdale Hospital. 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26 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 27 Rockdale County Public Schools necessary academic, cultural, and associate’s degree or certification in a and student. Students in grades 3 – social opportunities. It’s this kind program of study before graduating. 12 are issued individual laptops while of vision that holds our schools A consortium of the school system, students in pre-K – 2nd grade have accountable to the highest standards community, and local business and access to iPads in every classroom. possible. industry, RCA students participate in Virtual classroom space and vast an outstanding, state-certified college/ digital resources are provided through Q Challenging Curriculum career/technical curriculum while a learning management system. RCPS is home to 22 schools learning the marketable job skills Digital Citizenship training is provided consistently recognized for their necessary to prepare them for post- for all students, teachers, and parents outstanding commitment to student secondary educational and workplace as a key component of the technology success - earning numerous state opportunities. transformation. and national awards for student achievement, athletics, and the arts. Q Starting early CommittedCommitted ttoo RCPS understands that one size does The school system has introduced an not fit all and teaching and learning exceptional Early Learning Initiative • People must be customized for each student. through public/private partnerships. • Teaching & Learning The curriculum is distinguished Early Learning activities support the optimal development of young • Operational Services by increased rigor for all students. Comprehensive, academically children and their families. The RCPS • Culture & Climate rigorous courses and programs Early Learning Initiative aspires to ensure all Rockdale County children • Community Support & Engagement in elementary, middle, and high school ensure that all students are possess the necessary readiness challenged with experiences that skills upon entering our Pre-K and The Vision of RCPS is to be a world-class learning community where all help them become life-long learners. Kindergarten programs by targeting students graduate college or career ready in a progressive and interconnected Research shows that students who educational opportunities for children ages 0 to 4 of moderate- to-low- society. take Advanced Placement (AP) RCPS is home to two STEM Certified courses are more likely to complete income families. Early learning schools in Georgia. The Magnet initiatives through Georgia’s Pre-K a college education. RCPS high School for Science and Technology The Mission of RCPS is to ensure student success for all through a world-class schools are continually recognized as program are available at all public provides a four-year research elementary schools and many private education with advanced opportunities and personalized support. Advanced Placement Honor Schools curriculum and has a unique by the State of Georgia. early learning centers throughout the partnership with Georgia Tech. county. Specialty and choice programs Magnet students have traveled as far throughout the district allow as Turkey and Japan to present their Q Establishing a firm foundation students to cross attendance research and are often awarded in Elementary School - Grades Pre-K - 5 zones and customize their learning. the top three at international science The Pre-K and Kindergarten programs New specialty programs are competitions. Memorial Middle of the public school system expose being introduced each year at the School’s STEM program is a school children to a structured school elementary, middle, and high school choice program which focuses on environment and introduce school levels. Programs such as Dual environmental studies. It provides readiness concepts, while the Language Immersion, AVID college hands-on learning for those interested remainder of the elementary school prep, STEM (Science, Technology, in STEM and is open to students experience builds a solid foundation Engineering and Mathematics), throughout the district. for learning. The comprehensive Performing and Visual Arts, Students thrive in learning curriculum includes language arts, Advanced Technology, International environments suited to their needs, math, science, social studies, health, Entertainment and Business so RCPS offers several non-traditional and physical education. Access to Leadership, and Health and Medical learning opportunities including a technology is available throughout Science programs allow students virtual campus where all graduation the elementary school experience. to explore something new or dive requirements can be met online or Music and art instruction serve deeper into specialized programs of through a blended learning model. as integral components of the study based on current interests and Students can attend the Virtual elementary instructional program. talents. Campus and still be able to participate Many elementary schools offer choice In addition to the specialty and choice in extracurricular activities. options such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and programs, all high school students Transforming teaching and learning can attend classes at the Rockdale Mathematics) or AVID College Prep with technology is critical to keeping Program and STEAM – STEM with Career Academy which offers over pace with today’s students and the twenty-five career pathways, many of an arts component as special areas global workforce that demands it. of focus. The goal is that all schools which are industry certified. Through RCPS has implemented a ‘one to one’ partnerships with post-secondary including elementary will offer a rockdaleschools.org plan which provides access to an specialty choice option. institutions, a student may earn an electronic device for every teacher
28 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 29 Q Building upon the basics based learning experiences help Test scores are an important indicator Middle School - Grades 6 - 8 students develop an appreciation of a school system’s success in for future careers. Extracurricular addressing core academics. Our Building upon the content instruction activities from athletics to drama students consistently out-perform begun in elementary school, middle encourage individual excellence. their peers on state and national school instruction covers language These activities balance academic tests, including the American College arts, math, science, social studies, achievement with physical and mental Testing (ACT) program, the Iowa health, and physical education. well-being. Test of Basic Skills (ITBS), and the Language arts in middle school Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT). incorporates reading, writing, Students in Rockdale County high Each year, students from Rockdale’s speaking, and listening skills. A schools have the opportunity to get a head start on the college or high schools receive scholarships technical school experience through or appointments to top universities dual enrollment with Georgia State throughout the United States. University, Georgia Piedmont While RCPS offers so much for so Technical College, Point University many – rigorous curriculum, great and other colleges and technical programs, outstanding school choice colleges. Each traditional high school options, and advanced technology – offers a choice option including STEM, it’s the teachers and staff who make visual and performing arts, advanced it happen. Their commitment to our that every school in the district holds Children with special needs benefit district. Our schools are consistently technology, and international students is exceptional. the highest accreditation available through a variety of academic honored as high performing entertainment and business rigorous mathematics program trains to public schools. Currently, there and skills development programs. schools. Academic teams and Q Seeking higher education leadership so students have the students to become critical thinkers are eleven elementary schools, four Students with exceptionalities as well clubs throughout the district have opportunities opportunity to specialize their studies capable of understanding complex middle schools, three high schools, as hospital/homebound children are won regional, state, national, and issues. Middle school students to fit their interests and abilities. The majority of students who graduate and four non-traditional programs – served through resource programs international competitions, as have from Rockdale’s public schools seek participate in fine arts activities Q Complementing the curriculum Rockdale Magnet School for Science available in every school. Self- many of our athletic teams and clubs. through the Connections program post-secondary education. Students Public school students enjoy a variety and Technology (a school within a contained programs, which serve Superior ratings in band, chorus, and can begin their college career right that includes art, band, chorus, and school), Rockdale Career Academy, students countywide, are provided at drama further illustrate Rockdale’s drama. 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Discover many other ways to become a Partner-In-Education! 770-860-4218 Rockdale County Public Schools • Partners-In-Education private schools serve children from technology and infrastructure, and Pre-Kindergarten through high school fund special projects. graduation. These private schools Parent and community involvement offer advanced academics that is a hallmark of the school system. challenge students to maximize their Parent Teacher Associations, School of Georgia (Athens), Georgia State educational opportunities. In addition, Councils, and Parent Centers University (Atlanta), Georgia Institute these schools offer competitive sports are great resources for families. of Technology (Atlanta), and Emory teams, clubs and activities that enrich Community members and business University (Decatur) as well as many the school experience. organizations are encouraged other institutions of higher learning. Our college administrators recognize that not everyone who desires a college education can take time to attend college in the traditional way. Therefore, Georgia Virtual Technical College (GVTC) was created to enable Georgians to pursue a college degree from the comforts of their home via ROCKDALE COUNTY IS OUR HOME, TOO. electronic technology. Students can obtain certificates and degrees in a variety of disciplines. GVTC operates out of the Covington Campus of Georgia Piedmont Technical College. Powering Our Communities That’s why we’ve partnered with local chambers, development authorities and elected Q Making an investment in to participate in our schools and officials across the state to stimulate growth and invest in the future of our communities. our children’s future make a difference in the lives of For almost 90 years, we’ve helped to bring jobs and investments to the state – more than In Rockdale County, education is Rockdale’s children through Partners- 126,000 jobs and $26.5 billion in capital investments over the past decade alone. everybody’s business. That’s why our In-Education, mentoring, and the Rockdale County Public Schools public schools receive such great For more information, visit georgiapower.com/InvestInGeorgia. support from this community. The Foundation. Q Choosing other educational experiences citizens of Rockdale County have for A quality education is a great many years supported an Education- investment in the community. In For those seeking a private or Special Purpose Local Option Sales Conyers/Rockdale County, we Christian school college-preparatory Tax (E-SPLOST). Through E-SPLOST, make sure our investment produces environment for their children’s the school system has been able to exceptional dividends. education, Conyers/Rockdale County build new schools, make necessary provides several options. Local repairs to existing schools, improve 32 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 33 Major Services at Piedmont Rockdale Hospital 24-hour Emergency Rehabilitation & Physical Services Therapy Services Making a positive difference Wound Care Women’s Services • Obstetrics and Gynecology in every life we touch. • Labor and Delivery Stroke Services Surgical Services One of the newest hospitals to join the Piedmont Healthcare family, • Includes the da Vinci Robotic Neonatal Intensive Surgery Piedmont Rockdale is a 138-bed hospital in Conyers serving Rockdale Care Unit County and the surrounding area. Offering 24-hour emergency services plus major medical, surgical and diagnostic care, Piedmont Rockdale is Certified Chest Pain Center Sleep Diagnostics known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and the hospital’s 1,300 employees are committed to making a positive difference in every Imaging Services Comprehensive Cardiac life they touch. Services Orthopedic Care For more information, call 770.918.3000 or visit piedmont.org/rockdale. © 2018 Piedmont Healthcare 07580-0518 34 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 35 healthcare The 138-bed, acute-care hospital provides a broad range of inpatient, outpatient,p and 24-hour emergency servicesservices including:includin inpatient and outpatientoutpatient surgicalsurgic services, women’s seservicesrvices ccenterenter wwith a Level III NeNeonatalonatall IIntensiventene si Care Unit (NICU), healthcare adadvancedvaancede ddiagnosticiagno imaging, cacardiovascularrdiovav scular sservices,e including rockdaledale ininterventionalnterventional prprocedures, certified in & around chchesthesst papaininin ccenter,ente intensive care unit, a hen you need healthcare services, whether it’s a routine wowoundounu d hehealingalining ccenter with hyperbaric oxoxygenygenn cchambershambber and certified primary Wdoctor’s visit or a medical emergency, you want assurances ststrokeroke ceccenter.nterr. that you are receiving the best healthcare possible. CoCommittedmmmittet d to ffurtheringuru the wellness anandnd ququalityuala ity of llifeiffe of those who live in Piedmont Rockdale Hospital representing 4444 differentdid fferent sspecialties,pep ciialtiese , thtthee cocommunitiesmmm unititieies we serve, Piedmont including cardiology,ioioloogy, emeemergencymergenncy RoRockdaleckdalee pprovidesroovide health education Q Serving the Community medicine, internalrnnaal mmedicine,edicinne, rradiology,addioi lol gygy, anandd coccommunitymmunity wwellness programs Piedmont Rockdale Hospital is a orthopedics, obstetrics/gynecology,bsteetrics/gyynecocoloogygy, ththathat eencouragenccouo raage a healthy lifestyle, state-of-the-art facility dedicated to family practice,, hehelplp yyououo iidentifydentiffy health risks, and providing high-quality healthcare to vascular raraiseaise awawarenesswarene ess of illnesses that could members of the Conyers/Rockdale surgery, woundd affaffectect yo yourur l iflifefe oror those close to you. care and hyperbaricrbbarir c community. Piedmont Rockdale Q ServingSeS rvving papatientstie Hospital joined the Piedmont medicine, and ggegeneralneerar l Healthcare system in October 2017. surgery services,eses, PiedmontPiP eddmontt AsAs tthehee CConyers/Rockdaleoonyeers/R community Rockdale is wellellll equippedequipped hahass grggrown,rown,n ssoo hahas its principle With more than 400 board-certified to handle virtuallyallly anyany hehhealthcareallthcare ffacility,aca ilit both in size and and credentialed providers medical situation.on. in ttheheh rrangeange ooff servicess provided. board certified midwives Hysteroscopy • Colposcopy 36 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 37 Dedication to innovation and symptoms no longer need to leave Designed to promote a wonderful biopsies, and a dedicated breast table technology sets Piedmont Rockdale the community to receive outstanding birthing experience, the women’s allowing for prone breast biopsies apart from similar facilities. Accredited treatment for these serious medical services center at Piedmont Rockdale under MRI guidance. by the Joint Commission, the hospital emergencies. provides private, beautifully decorated Gentle Q Maintaining a healthy heart is committed to providing exceptional rooms that offer expectant mothers Cosmetic Q Addressing women’s To help keep your heart healthy, patient care and achieving continuous medical needs a warm, home-like feeling. Piedmont Preventive improvement. Rockdale’s obstetric physicians use there’s cardiac care and rehabilitation & Piedmont Rockdale Hospital offers AirStrip mobile technology to keep at Piedmont Rockdale. Because there Piedmont Rockdale’s expanded comprehensive care for a woman’s are multiple causes of chest pain, a Restorative outpatient diagnostic imaging a watch on mother and baby during medical needs throughout her life. labor from anywhere using their thorough evaluation of a patient’s Dentistry center provides local residents with cardiac risk factors is important. HI fast, easy, and convenient services Piedmont Rockdale is an Accredited Digital including MRIs, CT Scans, X-rays, and Chest Pain Center through the Ultrasounds. Piedmont Rockdale’s Radiography American College of Cardiology. HI Women’s Diagnostic Breast Center Accredited hospitals have achieved provides a full range of screening and a higher level of expertise when Safe diagnostic mammography services. dealing with patients who arrive with Composite When you have an emergency, you symptoms of a heart attack. Fillings want to be certain that you and your loved ones are receiving the best DentalDental CareCare isis aa FamilyFamily AffairAffair care possible. Piedmont Rockdale’s Emergency Department provides expert medical care close to home. 770-860-8760770-860-8760 Piedmont Rockdale is a designated Certified Primary Stroke Center by Located in Conyers... Flat Shoals Road... Just East of Hwy 138 The Joint Commission, as well as an Lakeside Commons... Building 1816 1816 Lakefield Court, Conyers Accredited Chest Pain Center by the shurettdentalgroup.com American College of Cardiology. This means patients experiencing stroke symptoms, chest pain, or heart attack mobile device. Moms and dads can find peace of mind knowing that, if needed, right down the hall is the Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The mother-baby nurse is expertly trained to understand both parent and newborn needs, so your medical care is second to none. Moms get one-on-one instruction and personal assistance with taking In Piedmont Rockdale’s Heart care of baby-from breastfeeding and and Vascular Center, specialists diapering to care of the umbilical cord. with expertise in a wide range of Voted Best Veterinary Hospital in Rockdale and Newton County 2018 The women’s services center offers an cardiovascular diseases can perform Dr. Gaines White Voted Best Veterinarian in Rockdale and Newton County 2018 array of pre-and post-partum classes life-saving procedures, such as including, Childbirth Classes, Lactation percutaneous coronary intervention, Classes, and Sibling Classes. more commonly known as angioplasty KRISTINA CARMAIN Piedmont Rockdale Hospital Women’s and stenting. Additionally, Piedmont CNM, WHNP Diagnostic Breast Center, dedicated Rockdale’s experienced vascular to meeting the comprehensive surgeons and medical professionals healthcare needs specific to can open blocked vessels, stop women, provides a comfortable, bleeding vessels, and remove blood private environment with a caring, clots in the Cardiac Cath Lab. These professional staff. This women-only highly trained vascular surgeons suite offers all types of screening perform advanced vascular surgery and diagnostic breast exams for procedures, such as carotid artery women, including advanced all- stenting and abdominal aortic digital mammography, 3-D ultrasound aneurysm repair, all in one of the equipment, stereotactic breast hospital’s well-appointed operating suites. 38 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 39 A BETTER WAY to take care of business For patients whose heart evaluation indicates moderate to high risk factors BECOME A CNA for heart disease or for those who have had a heart event, there’s an outpatient IN ONLY cardiac fitness program. Cardiology nurses and exercise physiologists 4 WEEKS! work with patients to develop an Actually, getting lots of individualized prevention plan. LOOKING emails can lower your FOR A NEW CAREER? blood pressure. Instructor State Approved Courses PCT Weekend Classes Available Our members can email directly with See Our Success on Job Placement Assistance Available their doctors’ offices so they can spend Ask Us About Our First Aid & CPR Classes more time working in your office. Serving our • Certified Nursing Assistant • Patient Care Technician community for • Phlebotomy Technician • Pharmacy Technician 13 years • EKG Technician • Medical Assistant (MA)* Choose better. Choose Kaiser Permanente. Q Making surgery less invasive Complete in 9 Weeks* Call for details Thanks to advancements in REGISTER NOW CLASSES FILLING UP FAST Guaranteed Internships medicine, there is a growing list of Small Classes / Classes Meet 4 Days a Week minimally invasive procedures and Register & View our Calendar Online Our Rockdale County location: www.PMCga.COM 2015, 2016, & 2017 TOP CNA TRAINING SCHOOL IN GEORGIA* surgeries that can be performed on *Based on schools testing 200 students for 2015, 2016, & 2017. Information provided from www.mmis.georgia.gov/portal an outpatient basis at the Piedmont Kaiser Permanente Rockdale Hospital Surgery Center. Conyers Medical Office There are numerous laparoscopic, CALL NOW! 678-413-1663 1478 Dogwood Drive arthroscopic, and robotic procedures Conyers, GA 30013 performed, which reduce pain, risk of complications, and recovery time. You’ll also find convenient appointments and easy access with special pre-operative/recovery rooms. Q Learning about healthy living Early detection is the best medicine. Establishing and maintaining a relationship with a primary care physician is one of the most important steps you can take in maintaining good health. The Piedmont Clinic network is comprised of approximately 2,000 physicians who are either independent practitioners or employed by Piedmont’s Physician Enterprise, which includes Piedmont Heart Institute and Piedmont Medical Care Corporation. Our physicians cover the full array of medical and surgical specialties, including cardiology, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, 60937509 03/18 hematology/oncology, internal ©2018 Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Georgia, Inc. medicine, transplant service, urgent care, and many more specialties. Piedmont Clinic has a culture of kp.org/georgia clinical excellence, superior service, and reliable safety. 40 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 41 Q Providing healthcare services Healthcare professionals at the The health department’s Strokes and for all citizens County Health Department continually Heart Attack Prevention program screen, diagnose, and treat a variety provides blood pressure screening, NATIONAL EMS Piedmont Healthcare offers of illnesses. medication, and diet counseling. opportunities for keeping the Hearing, dental, and vision screenings community informed about healthcare Thanks to a donation from the are available for all children. Dental issues through its website at www. Rockdale Family of Care, local services are offered for qualifying piedmont.org, and community residents can educate themselves on children. Other services include publications. Piedmont Rockdale also a wide range of medical topics at the immunizations, family planning, offers educational programs including Center for Healthy Learning located prenatal care, nutritional counseling, diabetes education, smoking in the Nancy Guinn Memorial Library. and testing and treatments for cessation, CPR, and First Aid classes The center offers easy-to-understand sexually transmitted diseases. in addition to childbirth education books, brochures, pamphlets, and courses. videos covering everything from prevention and wellness to the details Q Reaching out to the community of disease. Protecting the health of the community through prevention, surveillance, and disease intervention is the goal of the Rockdale County Health Department. Its vision is to Emergency Dial 911 • Non Emergency Call (770) 922-9578 have healthy people living in a healthy community. Its mission is to promote, protect, and ensure the health of CELEBRATING 42 YEARS OF SERVICE the people of Rockdale County. GEORGIA’S ONLY ACCREDITED EMS TEAM “Committed to Quality Patient Care and Transportation” family. One of the first nationally- Q Making you smile accredited ambulance companies in All of your dental health needs can the country and the first in the State The citizens of Rockdale County are be met in Rockdale County. Dentists of Georgia, National EMS consistently committed to assuring that healthcare specializing in a variety of services, maintains the best possible services are available to everyone in from pediatric and adolescent dental emergency response and highest the community by supporting several care to cosmetic dentistry, have quality patient care. free clinics. offices located throughout the county. All ambulances, emergency Helping Hands Free Health Clinic You can choose from a number of and non-emergency, work in provides preventive health services general dentists, orthodontists, and coordination with county’s 911 including non-emergency care, health oral surgeons to assure that your dispatch system to service education, women’s wellness, and teeth are healthy and straight, and thousands of patients each year. Accepting New Patients health referrals. The clinic is staffed your smile is better and brighter. by licensed healthcare providers, including physicians, physician assistants, nurses, and community volunteers. The Mercy Heart Clinic, a charitable health clinic, provides basic preventive medical and dental care to the uninsured and underinsured. A volunteer-based nonprofit Christian health center, Mercy Heart serves the physical and spiritual needs of patients. Ambulance and paramedic services are provided by National EMS, a member of the Priority Ambulance 42 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 43 Morningside of Conyers is a beautifully furnished, warm and welcoming retirement community offering a variety of senior living apartments. We also offer a specialized and secure neighborhood of apartments featuring our award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s care program, as well as respite/short stays for those with specialized needs. Seniors who can live independently with minimal assistance will find OUR SENIOR LIVING SERVICES AND AMENITIES INCLUDE: many options. Desiring freedom and flexibility, these seniors have choices • Restaurant-Style Dining • Well-Stocked Library that include beautifully furnished • Beautifully Landscaped Grounds • Wireless Internet one or two bedroom apartments, • Social and Recreational Activities • Comfortable Sitting Areas, with available services such as • Regular Outings • Laundry and Housekeeping • An In-House Beauty Salon • Alzeimer’s Care beauty salons and barber shops, • Games Room • Coordinated Pharmacy Services housekeeping, and laundry services. • Fitness classes A plethora of social activities and dining options are also available OUR NEIGHBORHOOD to enjoy on site. While this is true independent living, these residents Conveniently located behind Rockdale Medical Center in the heart of and families also have the peace of Wellbrook Medical Office Park, our community offers easy access to excellent mind knowing certified nursing staff is dining, shopping, and cultural attractions including golfing, the Georgia available 24 hours a day. International Horse Park, charming Olde Town Conyers, and annual events such as the Cherry Blossom Festival. For seniors who need more living assistance and nurse care, Conyers/ Rockdale County and our surrounding MORNINGSIDE OF CONYERS area offer many choices. Seniors with 1352 Wellbrook Circle Conyers, GA 30012 Alzheimer’s or memory care needs (770) 922-1654 who require vigilant attention, will also find loving homes in the area with programs and services that allow Q Looking at healthcare options From state of the art chiropractic them to live their best lives, and give health care facilities, to holistic and Because of its proximity to metro family members comfort and peace of homeopathic medicine, to nutrition Atlanta, Conyers/Rockdale County mind. and life coaches, you can find these residents can enjoy peace of mind services and more to suit your Committed to quality end-of-life care, knowing that nearly any healthcare healthcare needs and wellness goals. there are many hospice options necessity can be addressed by a available to families suffering the variety of specialists here at home or Q Caring for our seniors impending loss of a loved one. These just down the road. Taking care of our seniors and those facilities employ teams of skilled and Q Alternative health care options nearing their end of life is a priority in compassionate individuals who seek Conyers/Rockdale County. Through to support patient’s needs with a plan If you prefer alternatives to traditional all phases of a senior’s life, quality that best suits the individual to live medicine, you will find many wellness healthcare and living arrangements out the rest of their lives in the most options in Conyers/Rockdale County. are available in our area. comfortable and dignified manner. 44 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 45 recreation Interactive audio and learning stations can be found along the trails to enhance the Play at the Run! visitor’s experience. An Arnold Palmer designed golf course and driving range are Golf devotees open to the public year round. will enjoy playing the course at recreation Cherokee Run Golf Club. Designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer, Dine at the Run! A Retreat to the Palmer Room or the course features challenges for & ttractions golfers of all skill levels on a rolling, clubhouse veranda for daily lunch, tree-lined, rock-hewn course. Private or a refreshing beverage. and semi-private clubs and public irls, boys, and their families just wantwant to have fun. courses, such as Honey Creek Celebrate at the Run! Country Club and The Oaks Course Weddings, Receptions, Banquets, and GAnd there’s lots of fun to bee ffoundound iinn provide more opportunities for a Meetings...the event opportunities Conyers/Rockdale County. Whetherether day on the links. Nearby clubs, at Cherokee Run are endless. Cuscowilla on Lake Oconee and you’re seeking a quiet walk in thehe Georgia International Golf Course, park or the excitement of team offer even more choices. sports, you can find it right here!e! Tennis is a popular game in Rockdale County, and there are many courts from which to choose. 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All of the county’s Rockdale County Parks and at the GIHP features eight miles of baseball league. middle and high schools have tennis Recreation offers activities for children walking trails, a canoe launch into the courts as well. of all ages such as tennis lessons, Q Enjoying the great outdoors wetlands and a gazebo observatory. gymnastics, basketball, softball, The Georgia International Horse Park Not far from the Horse Park is the baseball, swimming, water aerobics, (GIHP), which gained international Hightower Trail, which once served Korean karate, Latin fever dance, and recognition as the site of the 1996 as the boundary line between the cardio jam – to list a few. Olympics equestrian venue, mountain Creek and the Cherokee Indian The department also offers several bicycling venue and two of the five Nations. This trade route spans youth sports that include basketball, events of the modern pentathlon, much of North Georgia and cuts baseball, football, cheerleading, track, is home to a variety of recreational directly through the northern section tennis and swim team. They also pursuits. Of course there are of Rockdale County. This is also the partner with independent community horseback riding and equestrian path that Civil War General William volunteer organizations such as the competitions and events that range T. Sherman and his troops traveled DIGITAL Rockdale Youth Soccer Association from local to international in scope; on the way to their March to the Sea. and the Rockdale Girls Softball however, the GIHP also offers exciting These historic sites are part of the FINISHING OFFSET Association. For “young at heart” trails for mountain biking enthusiasts. March to the Sea Historic Driving route of Georgia’s Civil War Heritage WhereWherre all the pieces fit. mature citizens ages 60 and older, With its convenient access and Trails. the Olivia Haydel Senior Center offers spacious accommodations, GIHP is SIGNS PACKAGING a myriad of social events, programs, the perfect setting for special events, You can also enjoy hiking, boating, trips, and recreational activities. canoeing, fishing, picnicking and 46 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 47 A banquet center for indoor events is A visit to the park will indelibly etch football fields, streams rushing over entertainment. The largest annual become a part of the parade or simply planned for the near future. in the minds of future leaders that woodland waterfalls, hundred-acre celebration is the Cherry Blossom watch from the sidelines. When the One of the community’s most freedom comes at a price - including farms and fields of wildflowers. One Festival hosted by the City of Conyers. weather starts to cool down and the historically significant attractions the ultimate sacrifice of laying down of the most popular walking trails For over 35 years, artisans throughout leaves begin changing colors, enjoy is the Walk of Heroes Veterans one’s life. among residents of all ages begins in the Southeast have come to display the Olde Town Fall Festival during the War Memorial located within Black If hiking interests you, nearby Panola Olde Town and traverses the county and sell their varied crafts while local month of October featuring more arts Shoals Park. Their mission is to Mountain State Conservation Park to Johnson Park. More trails are still citizens and groups provide musical and crafts displays. Local crafters and cultivate a public understanding of offers a unique trail experience. As the being constructed. Once completed, performances. restauranteurs offer their specialties. the sacrifices made during the 20th name implies, a portion of the park is all of the trails will stretch 35 miles The winter holiday season brings with and 21st centuries by veterans on the actually a mountain! A huge granite across Conyers and Rockdale County, it a visit from that jolly old elf – Santa battlefield, and by their families on the monadnock, believed to be more than allowing joggers, cyclists and outdoor Claus. A visit from the man in red home front, in order to protect and a million years old, covers 100 acres of enthusiasts another way to exercise culminates the annual City of Conyers other outdoor pastimes at Black and enjoy the scenery! Hometown Holiday Parade. Rockdale Shoals Park. The park’s Randy Poynter The Rockdale South River Trail County will offer its first Light up the Lake, a 650-acre lake, stocked with enhances the quality of life in Park Christmas Event at Costley Mill many species of fish such as large- Rockdale County by providing mouth bass, bream and catfish, is a mixture of cultural, historical, the perfect spot for sport fishing. environmental and recreational Because Randy Poynter Lake is the opportunities. 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The building’s exterior walls are three bricks thick and the interior walls are two bricks thick. Long ago, this historic site housed the site and blacksmith shop, the bridge Sheriff, his family and the jailer. emulates the covered bridge design of the 1820s-era Town Lattice Truss Olde Town’s most colorful attraction is and was constructed from Georgia the yellow Conyers Depot. Originally wood products. the railroad station, it has been converted to the City of Conyers The Monastery of the Holy Spirit, Welcome Center. On the other side of started in 1944 by a group of Trappist in 2018, featuring twinkling lights and central attraction. Most recently, the the street is the “Dinky,” a circa-1905 monks, offers tranquility and serenity of course Santa – sure to be a great quaint area has become a popular Rogers steam locomotive that is one to all who visit, regardless of religious outing for the entire family. location for film production. Locals of only three of its type left in the preference. Located on an old 2,000- and tourists alike enjoy shopping in world. acre cotton plantation, the monastery includes a man-made lake surrounded the unique gift shops and eating at For a glimpse of simpler times, a trip Q by beautiful landscaping and scenery. Finding something the distinctive dining locations. The to the Haralson Mill Covered Bridge Locals, enjoying the hospitality new and exciting Lewis Vaughn Botanical Garden, is well worth the short scenic drive. provided by the monks, relax by the Known as Olde Town Conyers, this located beside the Olde Town Surrounded by the Haralson Mill lake, feed the ducks and bask in the downtown area serves as the city’s pavilion, offers a peaceful rest stop for House, a general store, the old mill solitude. The Abbey Church is open for daily masses, tours or religious retreats. 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FRockdale County – from choral performances to rock concerts, ballet lessons to hip hop classes, coffee houses to fine dining, children’s arts activities to juried art exhibits, We’ve got it all from amazing antiquesntit quuess Q EverythingEverything YouYouu NNeed,eeeed,, puppet shows to live theatre – you can find it all right here in our dynamic small town. to fine furnishings, from ice creameam MostMoM sts ofof WhatWhat shops to clothiers, from specialtylty ttoolsoolsl YouYoY u WantWaant While Atlanta is just a short drive For theatre fans, The Original to fabrics, hobbies to hardware,e, ffromroom Iff yyouou ppreferrefer thethhe down Interstate 20 for a wide array Depot Players built a reputation of supermarkets to superstores. convenienceconvvenieencn e ofo of arts and entertainment activities, excellence in community theatre, You’ll enjoy the shopping experiencerir ence a traditionaltraditioonal mallmalll Conyers/Rockdale County residents and the tradition lives on in The wherever you go in the community.unin tyy. A shoppingshoppingng eexperience,xpperieencn e, have the convenience of enjoying New Depot Players, the reorganized large number of national retailersers hhaveave visitviisisit thethe MallMaalll aatt many of the same activities without and award-winning resident theatre stores in Conyers/Rockdale County,ountn y, StonecrestStonecrest jjustust tenten leaving town. No longer in the troupe. Since 1976, when they including Target, Walmart, BJ’s,, HHomeomo e minutesmiinutees fromfrf om CConyers/onnyeersr / shadows of neighboring Atlanta, performed in the old train depot, Depot, Lowe’s, Best Buy, Belk, KKohl’s,ohhl’’s, TTJJ RockdaleRRockdaalee CCounty.ouo nty.y Conyers/Rockdale has a thriving quality live theatre has been enjoyed Maxx, Versona, HomeGoods, KiKirklands,rklands,s You’llYou’ll findfind nnationalatioonal cultural community all its own. and supported by the community Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and manyany of Conyers/Rockdale County. Their retailersretaailers andannd lolocalcal Q Keeping arts alive more. vendorsvendorrs frffromrom wwhichhichch ttoo governments, the Arts Council hosts, tagline, “Places Everyone,” is an in the community organizes and promotes performing Q Uniquely Conyers/Rockdalee makemake yoyyourur sselections.elections.s. invitation to every member of the The mission of the Conyers Rockdale and visual arts events throughout the community to participate in live For shopping that is uniquely Conyers/Conyn ers// Council for the Arts is to make the year. Many of the Arts Council’s shows theatre in Conyers/Rockdale County. Rockdale County, you’ll want to visit arts an integral part of community and performances take place at the K&D Shoes, Fabrics and Furnishings, development through accessibility Rockdale County Auditorium, which Q School Productions Conyers Pharmacy & Gifts, Sigman to, advocacy for, and promotion can seat as many as 600 patrons. We Recognizing that academic activities Furniture, and The Shack Out Back, to of, the arts and artists. The Arts invite you to see one of the shows or are enhanced by cultural pursuits, name just a few. You can also shop the Council achieves its mission by join the cast. the schools in Rockdale County streets of Olde Town Conyers featuring offering programs and activities for During the winter months, bring your offer another venue for entertaining Conyers Jewelers, Corks & Cuvée every member of the family and children ages 3 to 6 to the monthly theatrical performances. Each of Wine & Gift Shoppe, Beasley’s Drug encouraging participation of citizens, Pre-School Pops programs featuring Rockdale County’s public high schools Store, AWAKE Coffee and more. community organizations and local outstanding performances in song, has an auditorium complete with Shopping centers located throughout businesses. dance, music, and drama through the state-of-the-art lighting and technical equipment that can seat more than the community provide convenient Q Taking in a show Woodruff Arts Center. In June, sign up options for shopping near where you 550 theatergoers. The students Theatrical performances are targeted the older kids for ArtSmart Day Camp, live. Whether it’s a gallon of milk or a deliver extraordinary musicals, to audiences of all ages; however, you which the Arts Council also sponsors. gallon of gas, it’s easy to find anywhere can choose to be a part of the cast in the community. Winner “Best Taste / Most Popular” TASTE of ATLANTA Seven Straight Years 2007-2013! as well. Whether you enjoy musical Conyers/Rockdale County is also home theatre, comedy, drama, or improv, to a life-style shopping center called you’re sure to find something to Corner Market. This location is a unique entertain you. Discover the arts in Conyers! multi-use facility that features specialty Q Center Street Arts MUSIC • THEATRE • VISUAL ARTS service shops, restaurants and office For an intimate setting, enjoy a “black Join the Conyers Rockdale Council for the Arts space. With a walkable “Main Street” Conyers • 2275 GA HWY 20 • 770-785-4453 today by logging onto our website feel, visitors are encouraged to stroll box” style performance at The Paula and explore the shops and eateries. CATERING 770-886-2540 Vaughn Black Box Theater, which www.conyersarts.org is home to the Conyers Rockdale Even older shopping centers around Council for the Arts. Funded by grants town are receiving a facelift as owners www.jimnnicks.com from the Georgia Council for the Arts, make plans for revitalization with Twitter & Instagram @jimnnicksbbq • Facebook.com /jimnnicks generous contributions from local arts building upgrades and upscale tenants. enthusiasts, businesses, and local For more information please call 770-922-3143 52 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 53 comedies and dramas. Community While some still “camp” on these sites, Heritage Center/Museum, gift shop, audiences are always dazzled and these meetings have become a time greenhouse, retreat house and lake delighted by the level of talent in WILSON F. MATHEWS for rejoicing, reflection and reunion. are open to the public. these exceptional and entertaining Enjoy worshiping with friends and shows. Most of the student musicals INSURANCE SERVICES neighbors, singing old-time gospel are enhanced by live music provided hymns and contemporary songs, and by student orchestras. sharing a traditional Southern meal – or two. Q Movies INDIVIDUAL If movies are your preference, AMC For some quiet reflection, visit the Conyers Crossing 16 gives movie and BUSINESS Monastery of the Holy Spirit, a Roman Adults of all ages and vocal talent are patrons numerous options from which Catholic monastery founded in 1944 invited to participate in the Covington- to choose. Another multiplex cinema by a community of Trappist monks. Conyers Choral Guild. less than three miles from town at the Health - Dental - Life While the monks’ living quarters are Mall at Stonecrest offers even more Long Term Care This community choir, consisting of private, the Abbey Church, Monastic choices. singers from high-school age and Disability older, performs major choral works Medicare Plans locally, throughout the eastern United States and abroad. Dance is a popular art form in You don’t need a road map Conyers/Rockdale County. Ballet, tap, to find a good independent agent. jazz, modern, hip-hop and clogging are taught at studios around the community. These schools give annual CALL TODAY! 770-482-5180 recitals and their students perform at local festivals and parades including www.wilsonmathews.net Cherry Blossom Festival, Taste of Q Enjoying more than equestrian P.O. Box 1797, Conyers GA 30012 Conyers, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, events at the Horse Park Olde Town Fall Festival, the Conyers Christmas Parade and the Rockdale Certainly the Georgia International County Tree Lighting Celebration. Horse Park (GIHP) is a premier Q Experiencing art and Art and music courses location for year round equestrian dance at its best are offered in all of Q Seeking spiritual enlightenment events, yet it offers so much more. the middle and high In addition to serving as a Feeding the spiritual needs of Concert promoters and performers schools. Our middle valuable resource for the those who live in Conyers/Rockdale say that it is one of the best venues and high school community, the Nancy Guinn County are a variety of places of for a concert under the stars. Rock bands and choral Memorial Library serves as a worship. More than 175 churches in musicians, Christian artists, country groups consistently venue for local artists. During the community represent some 23 performers and contemporary singers achieve local, the summer months, denominations or creeds. Regardless often entertain the masses. state and national the library hosts of your religious preference, you are recognition. Each spring, GIHP hosts the annual a children’s sure to find a spiritual home that’s Cherry Blossom Festival. Thousands summer right for you and your family. of people head to the Horse Park reading In the tradition of the old pioneer to purchase handmade crafts, enjoy club as days when people would delicious food and take pleasure well as travel great distances to Welcome to the in watching local performers. For weekly attend camp meetings mountain biking enthusiasts, there are arts for religious reflection trails around the park, while golfers programs. and salvation, two such bank of here. can enjoy the challenge of an Arnold Each meetings continue here Palmer-designed course at Cherokee Rockdale today. Salem Campground, Run Golf Club. one of the South’s oldest camp County 1-888-SYNOVUS | synovus.com While visiting the GIHP, look closely elementary meetings, has been held every year and you may even see a bride and school has since 1828, except during the years groom heading off in a horse-drawn a full-time art of the War Between the States. The carriage. Facilities in and around teacher and Smyrna camp meeting can be traced the Horse Park provide beautiful a full-time back to 1831. backdrops for wedding receptions, music family gatherings and business specialist. meetings. Synovus Bank, Member FDIC. 54 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049770.4833.7049 • conyers-rockdale.comcoonynyeerrss--rorocckkddaallee.c.coomm Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 55 history Covering 128 square miles, Rockdale is Georgia’s second smallest county in terms of size. Though its boundaries on Main Street where the Rockdale sacked all of the flour available and have changed over the years, it is County Courthouse now stands. hid the sacks in the millpond. The currently bounded on the north by Progress in the form of the railroad wet flour caked and protected the Gwinnett and Walton counties, on the was heading to the area despite remaining flour inside the sacks. south by Newton County and on the history protests from Holcomb. Eventually, he Heeding her pleas, the Union soldiers, west by Henry and DeKalb counties. sold his land for $700 to prominent who had intended to burn the mill, left In 1897, the County’s first jail was built. he first residents of the Covington banker and physician Aunt Winnie and the mill unharmed. It now serves as a museum operated Dr. W.D. Conyers, who deeded the by the Rockdale County Historical Tarea that we know as right-of-way to the railroad. By 1845, Society. Conyers/Rockdale County trains were running regularly between A community where churches were Native Americans. Marthasville (now Atlanta) and the city flourished, Rockdale County opened of Augusta through Conyers Station, its arms in 1944 to a group of 21 In fact, the border between as the town had come to be called. In Trappist monks from Kentucky who the Creek and Cherokee 1854, Conyers Station had grown to wanted to begin their monastic life 400 residents and was incorporated in Georgia. The Monastery of the Nations is believed by an act of the Georgia Legislature Holy Spirit is today one of our most to be Hightower Trail, as a city called Conyers. treasured resources in the community. which extends into north On November 17, 1864, during General Rockdale. In the early Sherman’s famous March to the Sea, Q Creating Rockdale County his troops passed through this region. Created by an Act of the Legislature 1800s, the Hightower Trail Destroying everything in their path, in 1870, Rockdale became a county served as a main trade the Union soldiers hadn’t counted named for the underlying granite on the astuteness of Winnie Puckett, route for white settlers. strata that runs beneath the surface. the operator of Costley’s Mill. Before Rockdale County was the 133rd the soldiers arrived, Puckett, known county in the state of Georgia. Q Establishing the first settlements by many at the time as “Aunt Winnie”, During the early to mid-1800s, this of the modern pentathlon at the Today, residents can still enjoy the territory experienced many changes. While the monks’ living quarters Georgia International Horse Park. The hometown feel with the sophistication The State opened the area to settlers remain private, the Abbey Church, Olympics put Conyers and Rockdale that comes with all the diverse and and settlements quickly grew around Abbey Store, retreat house, and County not only on the map, but also dynamic opportunities that the mills located along the community’s monastery grounds are open daily to in the minds of thousands who soon interstate brought our way. Though northern borders. While the earliest the public. began relocating their homes, families Atlanta is just a few miles down the settlement occupied the extreme and businesses to the area. road, you can still enjoy the ambiance northern edge of Rockdale, the Q Getting in the spirit of the games of a small town with the amenities southern end of the County was being Q ChangingChangig ng tthehee sscopecopee ThThee susummermmmmerer ooff 19199696 was an exexcitingcicititing of the ccity,ityy, rightrigright herehere in Conyers/Connyerss/ inhabited as well by settlers moving ofo the communitycommunin ty tittimemem in CoConyers/Rockdalenyers/Rockdaalee CouCounty’snty’s RockRockdaledaalel CCounty.ounty. up along the rivers and streams hihistory.sts ory. MMoreorre thtthanan 600600,000,000 ppeopleeople CoConyers/Rockdalenyyers/Roocckdale from what is now neighboring Henry vivisitedsited ththehe coccommunitymmunnity duduringringg the CoCCountyunnty sstartedtarttede ttoo County. CeCentennialentn ene nin alal OOlympiclymppicic GGames.ama ess. ViVVisitorssitors evevolvevolve ffromrom rurruralraal tot These early settlers founded many floflflockedckkedd ttoo eqequestrianueu sttrir an eevents,vents, fifirst-everrst-t ever susuburbanburbrbann ffollowingolo lowingg churches. Salem Baptist Church, momountainouuntain bbikeike cocompetitions,mpete ittions, anaandd ththee ththehe construcconstructiontionn ooff which started near Costley’s Mill fifinalnal twttwoo eveventsvene ts InInterstateterstatete 20.20.0 on Big Haynes Creek, still performs baptisms in the sparkling waters of the millpond. Smyrna Presbyterian Church, constructed in 1827, is the oldest Calvinist Campground in the United States and continues to ISO 9001:2015 conduct camp meetings each year at the original site. Q Learning how Conyers began John Holcomb, a blacksmith, is said to be the first known settler in Conyers/ Rockdale County. He built a log cabin 56 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-RockdaleCoConynyerers-s-RRoockckddaallee ChamberChhaammbberer ofof CCoCommerceommmmeerrcece • 7770.483.704970.4.48833..7704049 • ccoconyers-rockdale.comonnyyeerrss--rroockckddaallee..ccoomm 5757 business Working closely with the Conyers- Distance From Rockdale Chamber of Commerce, labor force by industry conyers-rockdale City of Conyers and Rockdale County governments, Georgia Department of Economic Development, the construction 9.30% Manufacturing University System of Georgia and 16.40% the Technical College Association of hospitality & food service Georgia, CREDC focuses on guiding Business 10.20% businesses through the process of Retail trade site selection, labor and workforce healthcare 13.79% & development, infrastructure needs, 11.80% Industry permitting, financing or incentive opportunities in our community. World class stakeholders and population onyers/Rockdale County offers an developers also invest in our Calmost unlimited number of community to provide new state of the 2010 85,215 art facilities to promote strategically opportunities for businesses to flourish planned growth for the future. In 2015 88,856 and grow in a dynamic community location, as well as business friendly Conyers/Rockdale County, we enjoy governments, and our welcoming a dynamic business environment that that welcomes you to experience 2025 121,159 its abundant and diverse resources. community, encourages and fosters fosters collaboration among industry, new business opportunities as well retail, medical, non-profit, education 0 30000 60000 90000 120000 150000 Whether beginning a new venture or as existing industry growth and and public institutions. expansion. expanding your existing business, you Q Business and Industry household income Q Economic Development 2016: $53,092 can find everything you need right here, With a strong diversified economic median including a great place to call home. The Conyers Rockdale Economic base, our thriving business community 2021: $58,890 Development Council, Inc. (CREDC) includes major manufacturers of 2016: $68,789 provides a dynamic and proactive average almost everything imaginable, 2021: $75,418 Q Making a Commitment catalyst for economic development. including food and beverages, plastics With one incorporated city and one public school system, the county’s compact size benefits business, industry and the community by encouraging collaborative strategic planning between the governments. With a strong diversified economic base that includes advanced manufacturing, distribution, regional HQ’s, and many service-related industries, the City, County, and School System work with the community to support local businesses and community organizations through comprehensive services and information, marketing opportunities, education and networking. Our community is perfectly positioned just a little over 20 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta and approximately 26 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the busiest international airport in the world. Proximity to major highways and interstates enables business, industry, community and visitors to quickly reach regional, national and international destinations. Our perfect 58 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 59 for consumers and industries, HVAC/ current workforce and On the an official Entrepreneur Friendly industrial refrigeration, electrical Job Training (OJT) provides wage Community by the Governor’s Office, components and metal fabrication, reimbursements to employers to help the Chamber partners with SCORE specialty chemicals, gases, inks, compensate for the costs associated to provide opportunities for business cardboard, paper, stone, and more. with skills upgrade training and loss of growth and education. The Chamber’s Other major industry sectors include production for newly hired employees. healthcare and social assistance, Georgia’s nationally recognized Quick retail trade, accommodations and Start program can provide high- food service, and construction quality training services at no cost to occupations. The largest employers new and/or expanding businesses in in our community are consistently Georgia. These are just a few of the our manufacturers, including Acuity programs available in our community Brands Lighting, Hill Phoenix, Golden to assure a well-prepared workforce. State Foods, and Pratt Industries, Georgia Piedmont Technical College, followed by our healthcare industry. a member of the Technical College The largest employers are our public System of Georgia, also works closely school system, Piedmont Rockdale with our business and industry to Hospital and Acuity Brands Lighting provide customized training and with more than 40 percent of workforce development programs, own Entrepreneurial Academy gives Rockdale’s citizens working right here as does the Georgia Department of those interested in starting their own at home in Rockdale County. Labor. business the opportunity to hear from experts in the fields of banking, Q Workforce Development Q Encouraging entrepreneurship finance, marketing, human resources, Georgia’s Workforce Innovation As small business is the backbone and more about what it takes to start Opportunity Act provides programs of this country and our community, and run a successful business. Future to develop and enhance the labor the Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of business owners learn from street- force. Incumbent Worker Training Commerce is committed to helping smart small business owners who (IWT) is provided to any eligible entrepreneurs with the tools and have “been there, done that” and employer seeking to increase the resources they need to develop have a unique, relatable perspective skills and competitiveness of their viable businesses. Recognized as to share. CREATIVECREATIVE 60 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 6161 Q Benefiting from a Conyers/Rockdale County is fiber commercial and industrial companies strong infrastructure ready with major carriers including are available for new and expanding AT&T and Comcast providing high- businesses. Resources to meet the needs of speed broadband access throughout diverse businesses are abundant As retail is changing in our country, the county. in Conyers and Rockdale County. Conyers/Rockdale County is Randy Poynter Lake, our 650-acre Q Transportation committed to supporting local water reservoir, provides water Access to anywhere on the globe property owners as they reimagine independence to our community is just minutes away from Conyers/ their retail centers and begin the when other communities in recent Rockdale County thanks to Hartsfield- process of turning them into the years have struggled with water Jackson Atlanta International Airport. distinct and dynamic multi-use availability due to weather related Easy access to the world’s busiest facilities – retail, restaurant, and drought conditions. The reservoir airport opens Conyers/Rockdale office storefronts – that consumers can supply up to 22 million gallons of County not only to the nation, but are demanding. potable water per day for residential also to the world. Our community is Our evolving community offers many and commercial use. truly a global workplace. For flying incentives for new and expanding Natural gas for commercial and enthusiasts, there is a public airport businesses. With forward-thinking residential use is available from with a 5,500-foot runway located leadership, strong infrastructure, Atlanta Gas Light. Georgia’s natural conveniently next door in neighboring proven support services, and a skilled gas distribution is deregulated Newton County. Land transportation labor force, Conyers/Rockdale County so you can choose to purchase for businesses and residents is embraces business and industry. natural gas through a number of gas facilitated by our easy access to major This community is clearly a microcosm remarketers. Electricity is supplied interstate highways. of metro Atlanta. Virtually every by Georgia Power Company, Q Commercial and service or industry you need is in or Snapping Shoals EMC and Walton Industrial Properties near Conyers/Rockdale County. Our EMC. Proactive thinking, careful Beautiful and accessible office well-educated population has high planning, and combining efficiency expectations for the quality of life with expectations, assures the best and industrial parks are plentiful and provide the perfect setting offered here. And we’re committed to management possible of our available exceeding those expectations. natural resources. for a business. Prime locations for " ! ! & ! ! ! # # # " ) %) # !+* "! ' ! ! ! %!% "! ! ( %!% , ! ! 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In 2017, more annual wages in nearly $4.6 billion in total wages in Conyers/Rockdale County. than 455 feature film and television productions filmed Georgia. did in Georgia, generating $9.5 billion in economic impact, making Georgia the number one location in the world Feature film “Trouble with the Curve” you In 2013, Warner Bros. Entertainment brought for filming. starring Clint Eastwood, Justin Timberlake, John Goodman know? “The Originals” to Conyers/Rockdale County, and Amy Adams, filmed at Rockdale transformed Olde Town into a tiny slice County’s own “Hank & Jerry’s of New Orleans, and over Tavern,” transforming it to the span of 5 years The Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act grants qualified feature film and television productions an income tax invested millions “Boots” in the film. credit of up to 30% of approved in-state costs associated with productions spending $500,000 or more (plus up to an In the Emmy award into the local 8% additional savings through Georgia’s Sales and Use Tax Exemption). In 2018, the Georgia legislature expanded the winning Netflix series, economy. film credit to cover “qualified post-production expenditures”. These financial incentives along with an abundance of “Stranger Things”, Conyers/ diverse locations, a dynamic skilled workforce of film production professionals, and a dedicated Camera Ready Rockdale County was home Film Liaison to assist Producers and Location Managers with every aspect of filming in our community, to scenes involving have all made it possible for the film and television production industry to grow and flourish in The Hawkins Lab Security Gate, Conyers/Rockdale County, “The Biggest Little Filming Community in Georgia”. school bus/junk yard and Will’s fort. From blockbuster feature films like “Fast & Furious (Fast Five)” to small independent films like “Selma”, and successful major network television series like “In the Heat of the Night”, “The Vampire Diaries” and “The Originals”, “MacGyver”, “The Resident”, “The Gifted”, “Greenleaf”, and popular streaming television series “Stranger Things” and “Ozark” from Netflix, Hollywood has come to the Conyers/Rockdale County community in a BIG way. Two of the industry’s giants, Warner Bros. and 20th Century Fox, both have permanent production sound stages in Conyers, together leasing more than 700,000sf and employing more than 700 full time employees during seasonal production. In 2017, Rockdale County hosted filming for 11 feature films and 16 different television series that filmed on location in Rockdale County, translating into an economic impact of more than $18 million spent by production companies locally while filming in our community. Conyers/Rockdale County provides film production companies everything they need in a small geographic footprint, and all within the 30-mile zone preferred by most major productions. Because time is money in film and television production, filming in our community means more time shooting and less time traveling from location to location. The Conyers/Rockdale County Film Office (FILM The term “film-friendly” ROCKDALE) provides assistance with identifying and is used to describe our community a lot. scouting unique locations, contacting local production The industry comes to us for our diverse filming locations, resources, submitting appropriate film permitting our infrastructure that supports their footprint, our proximity to applications for approval, road closures, and special Atlanta and the airport, and our ability to make quick decisions. They stay because we have everything they need. requests, etc.) -- Gina Hartsell, Film Office & Project Manager, Conyers Rockdale Economic Development Council 64 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 65 Healthy living starts here. Get healthy-living inspirations every day at piedmont.org/livingbetter #livingbetter 66 Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce • 770.483.7049 • conyers-rockdale.com 67 discover what’s around the corner conyers, georgia NOW OPEN! Take a stroll through this neighborhood service center filled with shops, restaurants and services to discover The Allergy & Asthma Center just what you need. Our village of 10 uniquely-crafted Amici Beauty Nails buildings is located just 1 block west of Highway 138 Conyers Sandwich Shop at Flat Shoals and Parker Roads. 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