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Introduction
While The Georgia Club offers a variety of leisure activities all year round, there are many exciting opportunities past The Georgia Club gates. Members and residents of The Georgia Club often cite the Club's close proximity to the University of Georgia as one of the community's major perks. Although a quaint stroll through the majestic oaks and historic buildings of the scenic campus is a day's outing in itself, the University offers plenty of activities and sightseeing. Whether you're looking to see the famed Bulldogs battle it out "Between the Hedges" or catch a production by the Drama or Music department, the University is the place to visit for a taste of culture and Georgia tradition.
The active vitality of Athens, Georgia makes it an ideal city to play and work. In fact, Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine ranked Athens as number five on its list of Best Cities in 2009. Click here to find out why the Classic City is a great place to work during the current economic climate.
To find out what's going on in Athens, visit Athens Life Unleashed, a great resource for locals and visitors alike.
Athletics
Most students will tell you that you haven't truly experienced UGA until you've seen a football game at Sanford Stadium, but the football players aren't the only Dawgs in town! Gymnastics meets, basketball and baseball games and tennis matches, to name just a few, are all ideas for fun-filled outings the whole family will enjoy.
- Visit www.georgiadogs.com, the official athletics site for the Georgia Bulldogs, for schedules, tickets, and more.
Education
Nothing compares to the collegiate atmosphere surrounding the University of Georgia in Athens.
And, non-students can also take advantage of its outstanding education system.
- The University's Center for Continuing Education offers classes to the general public, with options like art and photography, writing, foreign languages and other personal enrichment courses.
- The state of Georgia allows Georgia residents over age 62 to enroll in college courses (or "audit" courses) without payment with the permission of the department.
- For more information, visit www.bulletin.uga.edu.
Fine Arts
The UGA Performing Arts Center, a state-of-the-art complex located in East Campus, houses the Georgia Museum of Art and the Performing Arts Center.
- The renowned Georgia Museum of Art offers a wide variety of exhibits by both students and visiting artists (which change frequently), workshops, festivals and more. Admission is free to the general public.
- With two breathtaking concert halls, the Performing Arts Center is a wonderful place to catch a symphony performance, ballet, musical - even "UGA Idol"!
- Visit The University of Georgia Performing Arts Center Web site for upcoming performances and events.
Athens is certainly renowned for its vast musical experience. Nestled in the heart of downtown Athens is The Classic Center and The Morton Theatre, two of Athens' finest entertainment venues.
- The Classic Center is a special events and entertainment venue that provides personalized and professional service for a wide variety of programs, including banquets, receptions, and conventions. Visit The Classic Center Web site for information on upcoming events.
- The Morton Theatre caters to local talent and community groups by hosting concerts, musicals, pageants and a host of other functions. Visit the Morton Theatre Web site for showtimes and future events.
Recreation
In addition to exciting sporting events and inspiring performance arts, Athens is home to many outdoor escapes. Lakes, parks and other scenic locations offer a natural and serene setting for an afternoon picnic or a family outing.
- The State Botanical Garden of Georgia features more than 300 acres of natural beauty. The native and exotic plants, specialty gardens and five miles of breathtaking hiking trails make it a must-see for Athens.
- Lake Herrick and its surrounding trails is another favorite among students. Located behind the intramural fields, the scenic park is great for children and dog-friendly, including several fishing docks, picnic tables, a beach and volleyball area.
- An ideal spot for children to enjoy the outdoors is the Memorial Park and Zoo. With 80 acres of rolling hills, picnic shelters and walking trails, Memorial Park boasts an endless array of outdoors activities. For a little more adventure, guests can visit the Memorial Park Zoo, a mile-long nature trail that houses black bears, deer and snakes, and much more.
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