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Let's Go to the Movies!

The Leisure Services Department will host a free “Movies by Moonlight Drive in Movie” on Saturday, June 20 at Sandy Creek Park. The community is invited to kick off summer with the family favorite “Hook” on the large inflatable screen.

One ticket per vehicle is required. Tickets are limited to 75 vehicles and are available online at www.accgov.com/leisure from Saturday, June 13 at 9:00 a.m. until Friday, June 19 at midnight. A direct link to the tickets is posted on social media and the Leisure Services website. Tickets will not be available on the night of the event. The park gates will open at 8:00 p.m. Cars will not be permitted into the park after 8:50 p.m. to ensure a safe and positive movie experience for all movie goers. The movie will start at 9:00 p.m.

Upon arrival, motorists will be directed to the parking area with vehicles appropriately spaced to allow for social distancing. Attendees are encouraged to wear masks and enjoy the film from inside their cars or within arm’s length of their car. Social distancing is strongly encouraged. Please bring your own refreshments. Food and beverages will not be sold or provided at the park. Restrooms will be available.

For more information, please call 706-613-3800.

Oh Say Can You See!

Calling all patriots to celebrate 244 years of American independence with a fireworks display at the Star Spangled Classic on Friday, July 3! The fireworks display will be launched at approximately 9:30 p.m. from Athens Ben Epps Airport.

In light of COVID-19, this Athens tradition has a new launch location this year and the public is encouraged to view the display as a “drive in” type spectator experience. Limited parking will be available at the Airport and Satterfield Park. Residents are encouraged to enjoy a windshield view of the celebratory display safely from their cars at the vantage point of their choosing. All spectators are reminded to respect private property when choosing their viewing location. The public is also reminded not to park on the side of roads to view the fireworks. Motorists should tune in to Bulldog 93.3 for traffic updates.

The community is encouraged to wear masks and enjoy this patriotic celebration from their cars. Spectators are encouraged to stay arm’s length from their vehicle. Social distancing is encouraged.

The event is sponsored by The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County and Bulldog 93.3.

For more information, please call 706-613-3800 or visit www.accgov.com/fireworks

Park Opening Update

Most Leisure Services parks and facilities including Lyndon Arts Center, Sandy Creek Nature Center, community centers, and athletic parks are operating under regular hours of operation with restricted use and limited public access.

A complete list of parks and facilities open to the public is available at www.accgov.com/leisure

The following restrictions are in effect for the immediate future:

• Facilities will operate with limited public access which is dependent upon occupancy, based on recommendations from the CDC.

• Athletic fields and gymnasiums are open, but no competitive play is allowed due to social distancing concerns.

• Pickleball and tennis courts are open.

• Dog park access is limited.

• Facility rentals are cancelled until further notice.

• Virtual programs continue at www.accgov.com/leisure

Bear Hollow Zoo, Morton Theatre, pools and splash pads remain closed. Additionally,
unsupervised amenities, including playgrounds, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, are closed, as well as the beach at Sandy Creek Park

Face covers are strongly recommended at indoor facilities and outdoors when social distancing may be challenging. People are reminded to continue to limit close contact, practice physical distancing measures, wash or sanitize hands frequently, and follow group gathering and other guidelines per the governor's statewide executive orders.

For more information, please call 706-613-3800 or visit www.accgov.com/leisure

Virtual Leisure Services

Although some parks and facilities are not open, everyone can still enjoy programs online!

Virtual Leisure Services offers a variety of activities broken into four general categories: Stay Active, Stay Smart, Stay Creative and Stay Connected.

A variety of programs include Adult Fitness at Home, Online Coding Games for Kids, Cooking in the Kitchen, and more!