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In a town founded in education, the
Athens Regional Library System is all
about community, family togetherness,
and forever learning for everyone.
Multimedia resources, and classes and
events include a diversity of options for
teens, adults, children, and everyone to
learn. Get started at athenslibrary.org.

RECREATION & SPORTS
The Classic City holds a new outdoor
adventure around every corner and has
something for nature lovers and sports
buffs alike. Athens is home to phenomenal
athletic leagues for all ages, miles of hiking
and biking trails, and some of the finest
golf courses in the South.

The annual Athens Orthopedic Clinic
Twilight Criterium occurs in late April.
This is the pinnacle of criterium racing
in the United States. A criterium race is
shorter in circuit, dedicated off-road or on
closed-off inner city streets. Cyclist teams
from around the nation and participating
countries race through the Athens streets.
Meanwhile, there’s a block party where the
bars and restaurants are bustling, and live
music drifts over the streets that come alive
with spectators cheering on the amazing
cycling vibe. Info: athenstwilight.com

The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services
Department offers more than 2,000
acres of parks, facilities, and recreational
opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Residents can join basketball, gymnastics,
soccer, and tennis, as well as enjoy
playgrounds, splash pads, swimming
pools, dog parks, and picnic pavilions
at area parks. The Bear Hollow Zoo
is a part of the ACC Leisure Services
department housed in a park that

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