The Athens-Clarke County
Leisure Services Department E-Newsletter
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Next Phase of the Firefly Trail
Now Open!T he Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department hosted a dedication ceremony and opened the newly completed section of the Firefly Trail on Friday, October 1.This 1.18 mile section includes the establishment of an improved surface trail for bike and pedestrian use along the historic Georgia Railroad corridor between Old Winterville Road and Hancock Road. The trail will allow for pedestrians and bicyclists alike to safely participate in activities within Athens-Clarke County without being within close motor vehicle proximity.
The Firefly Trail segments in Athens-Clarke County and the City of Winterville now include completion of 4.5 miles of the 7.9 miles of the Trail within the county. Design work for completion of the remaining 3.4 miles of Firefly Trail is under way and construction has begun on the bridge over Trail Creek. The anticipated completion date for the bridge segment is Fall 2022.
The overall vision of the Firefly Trail is a planned 39-mile rail-trail from Athens to Union Point in Northeast Georgia, connecting Athens-Clarke, Oglethorpe, and Greene Counties. The historic rail line, known as the Athens Branch of the Georgia Railroad, branched off the still-active Augusta-to-Atlanta line in Union Point and passed through the towns of Woodville, Maxeys, Stephens, Crawford, Arnoldsville and Winterville on its way to Athens.
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Jack-O- Lantern Jog and
Goblin Fun RunMake plans to run or walk in the annual Jack-O-Lantern Jog and Goblin Fun Run presented by Hughes Subaru! This annual event is planned for Sunday, October 17 at Sandy Creek Nature Center.
The one-mile Goblin Fun Run starts at 2:00 p.m., with the 5K Jack-O-Lantern Jog starting at 2:30 p.m. Both events follow the beautiful paved path of the Greenway starting and finishing at the Nature Center.
This event benefits Sandy Creek Nature Center Inc., the non-profit support organization which founded the nature center over 40 years ago. It now works with Athens Clarke County Leisure Services in support of the environmental education and natural resources preservation efforts of the Nature Center.
Race entry forms are available at Sandy Creek Nature Center, at Classic Race Services races, or online at www.active.com Everyone is encouraged to dress in costume. Children in the Goblin Fun Run receive a finisher's medal and goodie bag in addition to a race t-shirt. The course is USATF certified and is an AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifier and is a part of the Clover Glove Race Series
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A Scary Good Time!The Leisure Services Department has Halloween events gore-lore for goblins of all ages, including a Walk Thru Boo, Pumpkin Hunt, a brand new Boo at the Zoo scavenger hunt, and much more!
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Get Your Tickets!Athens Creative Theatre (ACT) presents Lerner and Loewe’s “Camelot” at the Morton Theatre.An idealistic young King Arthur hopes to create a kingdom built on honor and dignity, embodied by his Knights of the Round Table. His Ideals, however, are tested when his lovely queen, Guenevere, falls in love with the young Knight Lancelot and the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance.The performance takes place at the Morton Theatre in downtown Athens on Thursday, November 11-Sunday, November 14. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows are at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday’s matinee is at 3:00 p.m.Tickets go on sale October 11 online at www.mortontheatre.com or at the Morton Theatre Box Office, Monday-Friday from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Please call 706-613-3771 to reach the box office. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children, seniors, and students. Discounted rates are available for groups of 10 or more. Please call the Morton Theatre for details.For more information visit www.accgov.com/act
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Get Ready for Winter!The Leisure Services Department will begin online registration for winter activity opportunities, soon. Athens-Clarke County residents may register starting Saturday, November 6 at 9:00 a.m. Non-county residents may register starting Monday, November 8 at noon. There is a diverse selection of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports, and holiday events for adults and children. Registration will continue until activities are at full enrollment or they begin. Before registering, individuals who have not already done so must establish a free online account at www.accgov.com/myrec. Payment may be rendered using a debit card, American Express, Discover Card, MasterCard, Visa, or a MasterCard or Visa gift card. For more information, please call 706-613-3800.
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Mask ReminderPlease remember, when visiting a Leisure Services facility, face covers must be worn.
Please practice social distancing and follow directions posted within the facility.
The public's cooperation is appreciated! .
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ACCGov Leisure Services
Activities and Online RegistrationThe Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers a diverse selection of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports, and holiday events for adults and children. All registration takes place online at www.accgov.com/myrec
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ACCGov Leisure Services ScholarshipsThe Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers scholarship to qualifying Athens-Clarke County children.
Scholarships allow participants to pay less than the program fee.
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The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department 205 Old Commerce Road, Athens, GA 30607 706-613-3800 |
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