Athletic fields, tennis courts and other outdoor recreational amenities Johns Creek will be available beginning Friday as the city begins reopening selected park facilities in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"With a goal of promoting active recreation and ensuring the health and safety of city residents and visitors, the city requests park guests maintain social distancing and follow the CDC guidelines for visiting recreational areas," according to a city announcement.

Among the available facilities: athletic fields (no organized play), tennis/pickleball courts, the track at Shakerag Park, picnic pavilions (no groups larger than 10), park restooms (accessible park areas only), all walking trails and bocce ball courts, the city said.

Still closed: basketball courts, playgrounds, the Newtown Dog Park, Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, Park Place Senior Center, Newtown Park Community Clubhouse and the visitors center and indoor facilities at the Awtrey Mill Nature Preserve. Information: https://bit.ly/2Lj6jwT

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