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Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office to hold summer workshops
Women’s Self-Defense
Above, women learn how to strike an attacker at a class held by the sheriff’s office at the Cumming Library on Wednesday. Below, Cpl. Page Cash demonstrates techniques in facing an attacker.
- photo by Isabel Hughes
What: A class intended to provide female citizens with information, tools and resources, as well as common sense techniques, to better prepare themselves should they come under attack
When: Tuesday, July 18, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Central Park Rec Center, 2300 Keith Bridge Road
Ages: 13+. No males allowed
Cost:Free, but registration is required. Visit forsythco.com/parks to sign up
Stranger Danger
What: A class, in partnership with the Hampton Park Library, to educate children on the dangers of strangers and teach specific techniques for protection against them
When: Wednesday, July 19, 3-4 p.m.
Where: Hampton Park Library, 5345 Settingdown Road
Ages: All ages welcome, though recommended for ages 4-8
Cost:Free, no registration required
Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events
What: A class to teach locals how to respond and what they can do to help if there is ever an active shooter incident
When: Tuesday, July 25, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College
Ages: All ages welcome, but graphic material will be discussed and parental guidance is suggested
