Athens Ga Visitor's Guide

Athens, Georgia Visitors Guide 800.653.0603 VisitAthensGA.com

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Take a hip trip to Athens. Let your hair down and let your mind run free through historic Southern streets pulsing with creative energy. Mix it up. Mingle with athletes and artists at eclectic galleries and UGA games. Take a walk and talk back to teachers and townies at your favorite watering holes. Stop and shop in funky boutiques and classic record stores. Treat yourself to exquisite cuisine and classic performances. Bark after dark with hot licks from grooving bands in downtown’s jumping juke joints. In Athens, we think every dog should have his day and his night. The Visitors Guide is produced by the Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we cannot guarantee that errors have not occurred or that dates, times, phone numbers, and other information have not changed. Published July 2008. 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 3

Local Experts • Free Maps & Brochures Guided, Self-Guided, Podcast, & Audio Tours of Athens Athens Welcome Center House Museum, Gift Shop, & Classic City Tours 280 E. Dougherty St. 706-353-1820, toll free 866-455-1820 AthensWelcomeCenter.com Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 AM – 5 PM, Sun. noon – 5 PM. Open until 6 PM Apr. – Oct. Reservations strongly suggested. See map for coupon and tour schedule! Guided tours daily. Welcome Center Kiosk Washington St., outside City Hall Hours are increasing based on trafﬁc, so stop on by! University of Georgia Visitors Center Four Towers Building, College Station Rd. 706-542-0842, Uga.edu/visit Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8 AM – 5 PM, Sat. 9 AM – 5 PM, Sun. 1 – 5 PM. Free tours daily; reservations strongly suggested. Closed on UGA holidays. Snifﬁng Around Town.......6 Gardens..........................33 Music.............................13 Local Products................36 Arts.............................16 Dining............................37 Heritage.........................22 Shopping........................43 Day Trips........................26 Dawg Bytes....................44 Sports & Nature..............28 Accommodations...........47 4 Life Unleashed

Carmen Mirandawg’s Moonlight Music Walk Unleash your creative spirit and take an afternoon walk through Athens’ charming downtown district guarded by artistic Bulldawg sculptures. Then, sit and chow down in style at DePalma’s or Five & Ten. Or, do dinner and drinks at an early show at Farm 255 or The Melting Point. Bark long after dark with late night music at the world- famous 40-Watt Club or the Georgia Theatre. Find out ﬁrsthand why Rolling Stone magazine named Athens the #1 College Music Town in America! Vincent Van Go Dawg’s Morning Gallery Stroll Roll over, get out of bed, and head to Jittery Joe’s or Big City Bread for coffee and a bountiful breakfast. Take a morning walking tour of eclectic art galleries and shops. Visit Mercury Art Works, Aurum Studios, and the acclaimed Georgia Museum of Art. Stop ﬁrst for lunch treats at Weaver D’s or Sunday brunch at the Last Resort Grill. Get souvenirs at Agora or Helix. Life Unleashed 6

Dawgwood’s Antebellum Afternoon Drive Absorb a little southern culture on a daily heritage driving tour and four historic house museums. Or, set your own pace with a scenic self-guided audio or podcast tour. Our territory is marked with 15 neighborhoods listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Stop and smell the roses at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Downtown Dawg’s Anytime Amazing Attractions! • Plant your feet on the grounds of America’s ﬁrst garden club! • Don’t miss a shot at seeing the world’s only Double-Barreled Cannon! • Don’t leave without looking at The Tree That Owns Itself! • Hunker down with 36 quirky bulldawg statues! • Learn new tricks at The University of Georgia, the nation’s ﬁrst state-chartered university! *As featured in Southern Living and the New York Times. 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 7

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Angelo’s Ristorante Italiano Authentic Italian Cuisine 125 EAST CLAYTON ST. DOWNTOWN • 706-546-8826 275 E. Clayton St. LAKE OCONEE at 706-549-2228 REYNOLDS • 706-454-0444 angelosinathens.com aurumstudios.com 9 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Athens, GA Real Estate AthensRealEstateInfo.com Residential & Commercial Real Estate Services Athens, Georgia is a vibrant city with sophisticated Southern culture, a rich heritage and a lively arts & music scene ... not to mention a fantastic place for your family or your business! The regional hub to a growing area, Athens boasts a plethora of living spaces from historical, tree lined streets to newly developed neighborhoods, in-town living and more, as well as an ever-changing business landscape that ranges from a busy downtown district to an expanding Oconee corridor. In addition to traditional brokerage services, the professionals of Atlas Real Estate Advisors provide a variety of real estate investment offerings in both the residential and commercial arenas. Whether you are buying or selling a home, searching for commercial opportunities, or looking to invest in the real estate market, let Atlas Real Estate Advisors put you on the map. 706.534.0385 • 247 E. Washington St, Ste 150 • Athens, GA 30601 Conveniently Located in Dowtown Athens • AtlasRealEstateAdvisors.com 10 Life Unleashed

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Acoustic or ampliﬁed, hear ATHENS TOPS hot licks and cool tunes in hip THE CHARTS! spots where over 300 hometown bands got their ﬁrst gig, including Athens is “Live Music Central.”–The New York Times R.E.M., Widespread Panic, and the B-52’s. Hundreds of new #1 College Music Town bands play live music nightly in in America – Rolling Stone intimate downtown clubs, classic Paste magazine’s 40 concert halls, and bustling bars. Best Music Venues in With jazz, classical, blues, coun- America: 40 Watt Club, try, hip hop, rock, and every kind The Melting Point of alternative genre playing on a regular basis, Athens provides one of the most diverse and affordable music scenes in the world. Find out why Rolling Stone magazine called Athens the #1 College Music Town in America! 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 13

R.E.M. JEFF MONTGOMERY Redneck GReece Day One • Download the Athens Music Walking Tour from VisitAthensGA.com or pick up a copy at the Athens Wel- come Center. Then discover some of the most signiﬁcant spots in Athens’ rich musical heritage on the 28-stop self- guided tour. • Have a hearty lunch of soul food at Weaver D’s Fine Foods, the inspiration for the title of R.E.M.’s 1992 release Automatic for the People. • After an afternoon of walking the rest of the tour, you’ll be ready for a nice hand-crafted beer. Tour the NEW Ter- rapin Brewery (call or visit their website for tour times) to see how gold medal-winning beers are created. • Pick up a free copy of a Flagpole magazine on your way in to Copper Creek Brewing Company; over dinner and an- other brew start perusing the “A is playing at B on C” sec- tion to select your evening entertainment. • Or, head to The Melting Point for dinner and drinks Life Unleashed 14

| THE ATHENS BANNER-HERALD JOHN CURRY 150+ bands, every June before catching one of their early (8-ish) shows. • You might catch a national touring act or a large regional draw at the 40 Watt Club, Georgia Theatre, and The Melting Point, or local singer-songwriter or underground upstart band at clubs like Tasty World or the Caledonia Lounge. You’ll ﬁnd an amazing array of venues and musical acts on any given day. Day Two • Start the day off right with a hearty breakfast at The Grit or The Grill, two local favorites for musicians and fans alike. • Spend the rest of the day browsing for that rare record- ing at Athens’ unique downtown local music stores like Wuxtry and Schoolkids Records. While you’re at Wuxtry, head next door to check out the music memorabilia on the walls of OK Coffee. • Maybe you’ve been inspired to start your own band? Pick up your new instrument at Musicians Warehouse or Chick Piano and your funky wardrobe at Junkman’s Daughter’s Brother. 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 15

Athens’ vibrant performing and visual arts scene is a hallmark of our town’s creative energy. AmericanStyle has named Athens one of America’s Top 25 Arts Destinations for eight consecutive years. Classic and contemporary art is displayed in both sophisticated galleries and uncon- ventional settings, and visitors will enjoy world-class entertainment without big-city hassles. Canopy Studio Canopy Studio, a non-profit community art center, offers flying dance trapeze and other performances, plus workshops and classes for persons of all ages and abilities. Guest artists have included members of the famed Cirque du Soleil troupe! 160 Tracy St. 706-549-8501, CanopyStudio.com. Map: G2, 15 Ciné This art house movie theatre screens a variety of intrigu- ing films from a broad spectrum of countries and cultures. Housed in a restored building utilizing new urbanism principles, it is Athens’ new, lively, and stimulating gather- ing space. 234 W. Hancock Ave. 706-353-3343. AthensCine.com. Map: Downtown, 10 The Classic Center Theatre This 2,050-seat grand showplace hosts touring Broadway Life Unleashed 16

productions, headline entertainers, the Athens Symphony, and Robert Osborne’s Classic Film Festival. 300 N. Thom- as St. 706-357-4444, 800-864-4160. ClassicCenter.com. Map: Downtown, 8 Local Theatre The Rose of Athens Theatre produces several performances each season, in various locations. 706-769-9829. RoseofAthens.org. Athens Creative Theatre performances are at Quinn Hall at Memorial Park, 293 Gran Ellen Dr. 706-613-3628. AthensCreativeTheatre.com. Map: H4, 17 The Town and Gown Players perform in the Athens Community Theatre, 115 Grady Ave. 706-208-8696. TownandGownPlayers.org. Map: G3, 16 Lyndon House Arts Center Originally housed in the historic Ware-Lyndon House, the community visual arts complex includes large airy galleries, a children’s wing, artists’ workshops, and a gift shop. Free. Tue. and Thur. noon - 9 PM; Wed., Fri., and Sat. 9 AM - 5 PM. Closed Sun. and Mon. 293 Hoyt St. 706-613-3623. Ac- cLeisureServices.com. Map: Canopy Studio Downtown, 12 The Morton Theatre One of the ﬁrst vaudeville theaters in the United States built, owned, and operated by an African American, The Morton opened in 1910 and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The fully restored Morton is a rental facility that hosts a wide range of dramatic and musical performances. 195 W. Washington St. 706-613-3770. MortonTheatre.com. Map: Downtown, 13 “We Let the Dawgs Out” Public Art Exhibit Three-dozen larger-than-life bulldogs painted by local artists are on permanent display throughout Athens. Go online or pick up a map of the bulldogs at the Athens Welcome Center, then set out on a self-guided tour sure to enchant public art admirers, University of Georgia fans and alumni, and anyone on the lookout for a unique vacation activity. WeLettheDawgsOut.com 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 17

The University of Georgia’s Performing and Visual Arts Complex on East Campus includes a collection of some of the ﬁnest museum and performances facilities in the South and plays host to prominent national and international artists. Don’t miss these UGA attractions! Georgia Museum of Art The GMOA’s modern and elegant facility houses a permanent collection of over 10,000 works of art as well as a variety of traveling exhibitions. The museum will close for a two-year period starting in November 2008 for an expan- sion project that will triple the gallery space. Tue., Thur., Fri., and Sat. 10 AM – 5 PM; Wed. 10 AM – 9 PM; Sun. 1 – 5 PM. Closed Mon. and most state and federal holidays. 90 Carlton St. 706-542-4662. Uga.edu/gamuseum. Map: UGA, 8 Lamar Dodd School of Art The galleries at UGA’s art school host revolving shows of student, faculty, and professional work. Free. Mon.-Fri. 9 AM-5 PM. Closed weekends and UGA holidays. 706-542- 1511. Visart.uga.edu. Map: UGA, 11 The University of Georgia Performing Arts Center The 2008-2009 season features top music and dance performers from around the world, including the Vienna Choir Boys, the Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Song and Dance Ensemble of West Africa, and more. Last-minute tickets are frequently available. 230 River Rd. 706-542-4400. Life Unleashed 18

Uga.edu/pac. Map: UGA, 16 The University of Georgia Departmental Productions Student and guest artist performances range from the classics to contemporary and original works. Admission is generally free or nominal. Department of Theatre and Film Studies: Fine Arts Building, corner of Baldwin and Lumpkin. 706-542-2838. Drama.uga.edu. Map: UGA, 25 Department of Dance: Dance Building, 1030 Helping You Find Sanford Dr. 706-542-4415. Franklin.uga.edu/dance. Your Way Home! Map: UGA, 3 Denise Beck Hugh Hodgson School of 706.614.1625 Music: 250 River Rd. 706- denise.beck@ 542-3737. Music.uga.edu. coldwellbanker.com Map: UGA, 10 706.543.4000 oconeegeorgiahomes.com An Independently Owned and Operated member of The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. is a registered service mark of The Prudential Company of America. excellence with honor Athens Academy A College Preparatory School on 105-acre campus in Oconee County 875 19 STUDENTS FROM COUNTIES 16% MINORITY ENROLLMENT ALL GRADUATES ATTEND COLLEGE 1800 AVERAGE SAT SCORE OVER ACCREDITED BY SAIS-SACS P.O. Box 6548, Athens, Georgia 30604 MAILING ADDRESS: 1281 Spartan Lane, Athens, Georgia 30606 CAMPUS ADDRESS: academy@athensacademy.org • www.athensacademy.org MAIN OFFICE 706-549-9225 • FAX 706-354-3775 N OT IC E O F NO N-DISC R IMINAT IO N Athens Academy admits qualiﬁed students of any race, color, national, or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies and other school-administered programs. 19 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Aurum Studios Agora 125 E. Clayton Street 261 W. Clayton Street 706-546-8826 706-316-0130 AurumStudios.com Athena Jewelers- Clayton Street Gallery, The Art of It All Frameworks 228 East Clayton St. 351 E. Clayton Street 706-549-6869 706-549-9299 AthenaJewelers.com AthensArtGroup.com ATHICA The Gallery at Good Dirt Athens Institute for 510 N. Thomas St. Contemporary Art 706-355-3161 Chase Street Warehouses, GoodDirt.net Unit 4. 160 Tracy Street 706-208-1613, Athica.org presbyterian village Have you been looking for an active adult Lifestyle Community? NOW IN DEVELOPMENT • 210 Residences • 55 lush wooded acres • Easy access location • Abundant amenities and services Toll free: 1.866.429.6899 www.PVOconee.org 20 Life Unleashed

Original Fine Art Gallery 2026 Milledge Ave. Ste C-6 706-546-1310 ElementsArtSupply.net R Wood Studio Ceramics Mercury Art Works 450 Georgia Dr. 160 Tracy St. 706-613-8525 706-338-0548 RWoodStudio.com MercuryArtWorks.com Visual Arts Guild Native America Gallery of Athens at Lyndon 195 E. Clayton Street House Arts Center 706-543-8425 293 Hoyt Street NativeAmericaGallery.com 706-613-3623 21 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

In 1785, the University of Georgia was chartered as America’s ﬁrst state college. The city of Athens, named after the ancient Greek center of higher learning, was incorporated in 1806. Today, Athens is home to 15 neighborhoods on the National Register, including four house museums open for public tour. Daily Guided Tours; see map insert for coupon. Church-Waddel-Brumby House/ Athens Welcome Center (ca. 1820) This Federal-style house is believed to be Athens’ old- est surviving residence. Its rescue from demolition and restoration in the early 1970s as a house museum and welcome center sparked the historic preservation movement in Athens. Free. Mon. - Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. noon - 5 PM. Open until 6 PM April through October. 280 E. Dougherty St. 706-353-1820, 866-455-1820. AthensWel- comeCenter.com. Map: Downtown, 9 T.R.R. Cobb House (1852) T.R.R. Cobb was a UGA graduate, co-founder of its School of Law, Confederate General, and principal au- thor of the Confederate Constitution. His home, with its distinctive color and octagonal wings, was moved to Stone Mountain Park in 1985, then returned to Athens in 2005. The completely restored house re-opened in August 2007 as a history museum. $2 adults, free for children and students. Tue. - Sat. 10 AM - 4 PM. Closed Sun. and Mon. 175 Hill St. 706-369-3513. TRRCobbHouse.org Map: H3 24 22 Life Unleashed

Georgia Museum of Natural History The Discovery Room displays samples from the over four million objects in the Museum’s bird, ﬁsh, insect, mam- mal, and zooarchaelogy collection. Free. Mon. - Fri. 10 AM - 4 PM, Sat. noon - 3 PM. Tours offered 1:00 PM Sat. Natural History Bldg., corner of East Campus Rd. and Cedar St. 706-542-1663. Dromus.nhm.uga.edu. Map: UGA, 9 Gospel Pilgrim Cemetery Explore this historic site where many of Athens’ prominent African-American citizens were laid to rest starting in the late 1880s. An audio tour of the cemetery is available. 530 Fourth Street. 706-208-0048. Eadcinc.com, Map: I2, 19 A self-guided driving tour of 21 signiﬁcant African-Ameri- can Heritage sites is available at the Athens Welcome Center and at www.athenswelcomecenter.com. Athens Historic House Museum Association Member A collective ticket for an interior tour of all four house museums is offered through Classic City Tours; see p. 4. 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 23

Georgia’s Civil War Heartland Leaders Trail Over four-dozen sites in and around Athens reveal the lives and legacies of the leaders of the Confederacy. Maps are available at the Athens Welcome Center or visit CivilWarinGeorgia.com. Taylor-Grady House (ca.1844) This Greek Revival home and National Historic Landmark was the collegiate home of acclaimed newspaper editor Henry W. Grady, credited with establishing the view of the New South after the Civil War. $3 per person. Mon. - Fri. 9 AM - 5 PM (closed 1 - 2 PM). 634 Prince Ave. 706-549- 8688. TaylorGradyHouse.com. Map: H3, 22 University of Georgia’s Historic North Campus Walk through the landmark Arch onto the original campus of the nation’s ﬁrst state-chartered university, highlighted by Greek Revival architecture, beautiful gardens, and stately trees. The self-guided “A Walking Tour of Old North Cam- pus” and guided tours are available at the UGA Visitor’s Center (see p. 4). Ware-Lyndon House (1856) Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and one of the few antebellum homes with Italianate elements remaining in the Athens area, this house museum is the centerpiece of the Lyndon House Arts Center. Free. Tue. and Thur. noon - 9 PM; Wed., Fri., and Sat. 9 AM - 5 PM. 293 Hoyt St. 706-613-3623. ACCLeisureServices. com. Map: Downtown, 12 24 Life Unleashed

l open to the public during business hours M-F n drive-by The Double-Barreled s open to public Cannon with advance notice Built at the local foundry Bottleworks, Prince Ave. in 1863, this one-of-a-kind mixed-use development, weapon is among the most TheBottleWorks.com, extended hours l unusual relics preserved from the Civil War. When Carter-Coile Country Doctor’s ﬁred, two balls connected Museum (19th c.) downtown by a chain were intended Winterville, 706-742-8600 s to whirl out and cut down Fire Hall No. 2/Athens-Clarke unfortunate Heritage Foundation Head- enemy sol- quarters 489 Prince Ave., 706- 353-1801 AchfOnline.org l diers caught in the path. Joseph Henry Lumpkin House A spectacular (ca. 1830s) 248 Prince Ave. n failure in Milledge Ave. National testing, it Register, from Broad St. to has met with Five Points n success as a cherished landmark of Ath- Oconee Hill Cemetery behind Sanford Stadium, UGA ens. Free. Faces north (just Campus n in case!) on the grounds of City Hall, intersection of Old Athens Cemetery Jackson St., UGA Campus Hancock and College. Map: Downtown, 11 Seney-Stovall Chapel/Lucy Cobb Institute (1882) 201 N. Milledge Ave., 706-542-2736 s The Tree that Owns Itself Legend has it that in the ear- UGA President’s House (1856) ly 1800s, Professor William 570 Prince Ave. n H. Jackson, out of love for Upson House/SunTrust Bank a great oak on his property, (1847) 1022 Prince Ave., deeded to the tree owner- 706-354-5380 l ship of itself and the land White Hall Mill, Whitehall Rd. n within eight feet of it on all sides. The original tree fell in Wray-Nicholson House/UGA 1942; a new tree was grown Alumni Assn. (1825) 298 S. Hull St., 706-542-2251 l from one of its acorns. Free. At the corner of Finley St. James White House (Neel Reid and Dearing St., near Broad. ca. 1923) 1084 Prince Ave. n Map: H3, 23 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 25

Athens is perfectly positioned for quick and easy excursions to nearby areas that showcase the best of Georgia’s natural resources, attractions, and Southern culture and heritage. • Northeast Georgia Mountains • Arts • Outdoor adventure VisitNortheastGeorgia.com Head SOUTH on the Antebellum Trail. The Antebellum Trail is celebrating its 25th Anni- versary in 2009 with special events and happenings! AntebellumTrail.org • Watkinsville (9 mi.) • Arts, Summer Music Series • Eagle Tavern, Elder Covered Bridge 706.769.5197, Visit Oconee.com • Madison (35 mi.) • Eatonton (53 mi.) • Milledgeville (70 mi.) • Old Clinton (80 mi.) • Macon (93 mi.) JACKSON STREET BOOKS 50,000 USED + RARE TITLES, DVDS, CDS, + PRINTS OPEN MON - SAT 11 A.M. - 6 P.M., SUN NOON-4 P.M. LOCATED DOWNTOWN • 260 N. JACKSON ST. 706-546-0245 • ABEBOOKS.COM/HOME/DOEROADX/ 26 Life Unleashed

When in Athens do as the Athenians do. EXPECT GOOD THINGS Ar or • massages SALON AND SPA • manicures & pedicures • facials • waxing 706/543-2418 • cut, color, hair 1155 B MITCHELL BRIDGE RD. extensions ARBORSALONANDSPA.COM AND MUCH MORE! NAMED SALON OF THE YEAR BY ATHENS BANNER-HERALD READERS NAMED ATHENS SALON 2008 BY U.S. LOCAL BUSINESS ASSOC. 27 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

ATHENS TWILIGHT Memorial Park and Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail Experience 72 acres of rolling hills, a lake, picnic shelters, and playground area, plus a nature trail and small zoo. Free; donations accepted. Open daily, 9 AM - dusk. 293 Gran Ellen Dr. Zoo: 706-613-3616; Park: 706-613-3580. Ath- ensClarkeCounty.com/bearhollow. Map: H4, 26 North Oconee River Greenway This 3.5-mile-long linear park is open sunrise to sunset to all types of non-motorized uses, including dogs on leashes. Connects with Cook’s Greenway Trail at Sandy Creek Nature Center and follows the North Oconee River south toward downtown Athens and the University of Georgia. Don’t miss the 36 interpretive markers along the half-mile Heritage Trail from Dudley Park to Wilkerson Street. Pic- nic and recreational areas are located along the trail. Free. 706-613-3615. AthensGreenway.com. Map: I4/I3/H2, 27 Oconee Forest Park This 60-acre natural area has walking trails, a 1.2-mile mountain bike trail, and a 15-acre lake. Mature oak and hickory trees mingle with tulip poplars in the 100-year- old forest, home to the largest scarlet oak tree in Georgia. Free. Trails open daily sunrise to sunset. College Station and East Campus Rds., at UGA Intramural ﬁelds. 706- 542-4287. http://warnell.forestry.uga.edu/warnell/ofp/. Map: H4, 28 Life Unleashed 28

UGA ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION FROM ATHENS MAGAZINE Sandy Creek Nature Center and ENSAT Center Miles of trails run through 225 acres of woodland, ﬁelds, and wetlands. The Environment, Natural Science and Appropriate Technology (ENSAT) Center features live animal exhibits and ADA- accessible trails. Free. Trails open daily until sunset; center open Tue. - Sat. 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. 205 Old Commerce Rd. 706-613-3615. SandyCreekNatureCenter.com. Map: H2, 18 Sandy Creek Park This 782-acre park surrounds Lake Chapman and features picnic sites, wooded trails, swimming, playgrounds, ﬁshing, camping, dog runs, disc golf course, sports areas, and rental facilities. $2. Open Tue. - Sun. sunrise to sunset. Closed Mon. 400 Holman Rd. 706-613-3631. SandyCreekPark.com. Map: H1, 29 Skate Park of Athens This state-of-the-art facility has 14,000 square feet of ramps, edges, rails, steps and bowls. BMX bikes and in-line skates also welcome. Free. Open daily 8 AM - dark. At Southeast Clarke Park, 4440 Lexington Rd. 706-613- 3871. AccLeisureServices.com. Map: K4, 30 World of Wonder Community Playground Georgia’s largest community-built playground is almost two acres of playscape mazes, slides, swings, bridges, tun- nels, climbing wall, enclosed toddler area, plus gardens and outdoor children’s art. Southeast Clarke Park, 4440 Lexington Rd. 706-613-3871. AccLeisureServices.com. Map: K4, 30 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com 29

Lane Creek Golf Club Public and Semi-private 1201 Club Dr., Bishop Golf Courses 706-769-6699. Map: H6 CreekSide Country Club Sunrise Golf Club 4080 Barnett Shoals Rd., Athens 5225 Colbert-Danielsville Rd., 706-548-6032. Map: H9 Colbert 706-788-2720 Eagle Greens The Chimneys Golf Course UGA Golf Course 338 Monroe Hwy., Winder 2600 Riverbend Rd., Athens 770-307-4900 706-369-5739. Map: F8 Eagle Greens Tennis Sandy Creek Golf Course Visitors are always welcome at 3100 Ila Rd., Commerce Athens-Clarke Leisure Services 706-335-8100 parks and facilities. For more information and a list of facilities, The Georgia Club contact 706-613-3800, 1050 Chancellors Dr., Statham ACCLeisureServices.com 770-725-8100 30 Life Unleashed

Don’t miss the sports action while in Athens! UGA teams have won 35 national championships and 128 SEC championships. Visit GeorgiaDogs.com or call the UGA Ath- letic Association at 706.542.1231 to see which sports are in season. Admission to most UGA sports events is free! When you’re not at the game, get your sports ﬁx with these touring ideas: • Take a UGA campus tour offered by the UGA Visitors Center (p. 4), or hop on a free campus bus to check out venues such as Sanford Stadium, the nation’s ﬁfth-largest on-campus college stadium, and Stegeman Coliseum, home to the four-time defending National Champion GymDogs and site of the 1996 Olympic competition in rhythmic gymnastics and volleyball. • Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall houses memorabilia, touch screen displays, and video highlights of the long and proud heritage of Georgia athletics. Free. 1 Pinecrest Dr. 706-542- The University of Georgia 9036. Mon. – Fri. 8 AM – 5 GOLF COURSE PM. Map: UGA, 1 • Stop by the ITA Collegiate Tennis Hall of Fame at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex, open during tennis tourna- ments and to group tours by appointment, to see more sports memorabilia. 706-542-8064. Map: UGA, 4 • Walk through historic North Campus, home to Herty Field, where early Bulldog football teams played Come enjoy the beauty and under coach Pop Warner in convenience of Athens’ the 1890s. The Chapel bell premier public golf course! is traditionally rung after all bulldog victories. Cross Broad NEW GPS SYSTEMS! St. through the famed Arch to Public Welcome! Downtown Athens. Pick up 1-800-9-DOG-TEE UGA gear on campus at the bookstore, or head downtown www.golfcourse.uga.edu to The Red Zone or 706.369.5739 • 2600 Riverbend Rd. The Clubhouse. 31 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER MADISON IN HISTORIC 1895 GRADED SCHOOL BUILDING REGIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS CENTER RENTAL FACILITIES AVAILABLE 434 S. MAIN STREET MADISON, GA 30650 706-342-4743 MADISONMORGANCULTURAL.ORG LOCATED 28 MILES SOUTH OF ATHENS ON 441 32 Life Unleashed

In and around Athens, garden lovers will be thrilled to find one of the most diverse collections of specialty nurseries and gardens in the Southeastern United States. Founders Memorial Garden A trickling fountain, rare flora, winding walkways, and or- namental shrubbery are a grand memorial to the founders of America’s first garden club. Free. Behind Brooks Hall, UGA North Campus. 706-542-1816. Uga.edu/gardenclub/Founder.html. Map: UGA, 6 Garden Club of Georgia, Inc. State Headquarters The stately neoclassical building, with museum-quality furnishings and decorative arts, overlooks the Heritage Garden on the grounds of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Guided tours available by appointment. $5 per person. Mon. - Fri. 8 AM - 5PM. 2450 South Milledge Ave. 706-227-5369. Uga.edu/gardenclub. Map: H5, 21 The State Botanical Garden of Georgia This 313-acre preserve features five miles of trails, a stunning tropical conserva- tory, and themed gardens showcasing native and international flora. Special events and programs held year-round. The garden has recently been named an Im- portant Birding Area by the Georgia Audobon Society. 33 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Gift shop and Café Trumps at the Garden. Free; donations welcome. Grounds open daily Oct. - Mar. 8 AM - 6:00 PM and Apr. - Sept. 8 AM - 8 PM. Visitor Center and Gift Shop hours: Tue. - Sat. 9 AM - 4:30 PM, Sun. 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Café hours: Tue. - Sat. 11AM - 2:30 PM, Sun. 11:30 AM- 2:30 PM. All buildings closed on Mon. 2450 South Milledge Ave. 706-542-1244. Uga.edu/botgarden. Map: H5, 21 UGA Horticulture Trial Garden This garden is renowned for new crop introductions such as the bestselling Homestead Verbena. Come see the horticulturists in action as they determine the “best of the best” plants for our region’s high heat and humidity that will go on to receive the Athens Select label for sale in garden centers. Free. Open to the public daily during daylight hours. Across Carlton St. from UGA Coliseum. 706-542- 2471. Uga.edu/ugatrial. Map: UGA, 15 More information on gardens at UGA and a “Campus Arboretum Walking Tour of Trees” guidebook are available at the UGA Visitors Center, 706-542-0842 (see p. 4). 34 Life Unleashed

WOODFIRE GRILL CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE “BOTTLE-WORKS” ON PRINCE AVE. THE BEST “FREE” PARKING IN TOWN IS OFFERED TO OUR DINNER GUESTS WHO CAN ALSO DINE ON OUR LARGE PATIO . LIVE MUSIC/ $4 WINE SPECIALS -EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT FOR HOURS AND SPECIALS GO TO -WWW.237PRINCE.COM 237 PRINCE Mon-Closed • Tue -Sat: 11:30-3, 6-10 • Sun: 6 pm - 12 706.316.1006 • 237Prince.com 35 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

ATHENS MAGAZINE The creative energy of Athens is evident in the number of individuals and enterprises creating truly unique artwork, home goods, and a range of good eats. When you visit Athens, Georgia, be sure to sample a taste of local goodness at our local restaurants, take a tour of the local coffee roaster or brewery, and browse through local galleries, potteries, and boutiques. Terrapin Brewery Terrapin’s Rye Pale Ale was released in Athens in April 2002 at the Classic City Brew Fest. Six months later, this beer, which was sold only in Athens, was awarded the American Pale Ale Gold Metal at the 2002 Great American Beer Festival, the most prestigious competition in North America. More beers and awards have followed; ﬁnd out how they’re crafted and sample what others are raving about during brewery tours. Call or visit their website for tour times. 265 Newton Bridge Rd. 888-557-2337. Ter- rapinBeer.com. Map: G2, 25 Jittery Joe’s Coffee Roaster The Athens coffee roasting company specializes in ﬁne Arabica coffees from around the world. Drop by for a tour and education on coffee roasting while you savor the aroma and taste of the freshly roasted coffee beans. Mon. - Fri. 6 AM - 6 PM. 780 East Broad Street. 706-227-2161. JitteryJoes.com. Map: I3, 20 36 Life Unleashed

2310 west broad st short drive from downtown seafood & steaks voted best patio locally owned + operated don’t ﬁght the downtown crowd browse our menu www.hilltopgrille.com RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED 706.353.7667 37 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Our local restaurants feature masterful artwork on both the walls and the plate. Dozens of unique, independent eateries offer a distinctive culinary experience, from traditional Southern Soul JAMES BEARD Food to trendsetting Nouveau FOUNDATION Southern Cuisine. Relax in 2007 HONOREES ambient settings from sidewalk and courtyard cafés to dining Hugh Acheson, chef/ rooms overlooking historic North owner of Five and Ten: Campus, with menus that feature Finalist, “Best Chef: exceptional wines and Italian, Southeast” Sushi, Steak, Cajun, and farm- Weaver D’s: “America’s fresh offerings. Classics” Award America’s Best Vegetarian-Friendly Small Cities Award, GoVeg.com: Review features The Grit, Rooster’s BBQ, Mellow Mushroon, Barberitos, Farm 255, The Globe Bar, Bluebird Café, UGA Dining Services, Transmetropolitan Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winners: Basil mirkopasta.com Hugh Acheson Press, East- West Bistro, Last Resort Basil Press: Featured recipe, Bon Apetit magazine East-West Bistro: Top 75 in Georgia, Atlanta Cuisine Real Italian Food. Farm 255: Olivia Sargeant, Fast, Affordable, Lifetime Achievement Award, Delicious. Heritage Foods USA; Dave Baxter: 404.226.0752 Sturgis, ﬁnalist, Rising Star East Athens: 706.850.5641 Watkinsville: 706.310.1233 Southeast, Starchefs.com 38 Life Unleashed

Five and Ten: Restaurant of the Year, Atlanta Journal- Consitution; Silver Spoon Award, Georgia Trend magazine; Hugh Acheson, “America’s Best New Chefs,” Food & Wine magazine; Ben Giacchino, featured sommelier, Starchefs.com The only way it could be fresher... 279 E. Broad St. 706-353-7065 Downtown Athens Reservations Suggested ...is if you made it yourself. Every item made fresh daily right in our store 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd. TWO LOCATIONS: • 1650 S. Lumpkin 706-552-1193 At The Arbor • THE MARKETS at Epps Bridge www.harrybissetts.net 706.546.8915 ﬁvepointsdeli.com 39 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

PAID ADVERTISING On the Menu A guide to dining in Athens CASA MIA 237 PRINCE 269 N. Hull St. Suite 100 237 Prince Ave., Athens 706.227.4444 706.316.1006 www.CasaMiaTapas.com www.237Prince.com Latin fare tapas and bar serving Conveniently located in the “bot- traditional dishes and beverages tle-works” on Prince Ave. Enjoy that originated from Spain and our woodfire-grilled cuisine on South America. The menu allows our beautiful patio. Live jazz on large groups to share in an out- Sundays, nightly drink specials. standing unique dining experience. 5&10 1653 South Lumpkin St., Athens COOKIES & COMPANY 706.546.7300 (706) 353-2461 www.fiveandten.com Open Monday - Saturday for “Hugh Acheson’s great neigh- breakfast and lunch. borhood restaurant has been The home of signature sand- bestowed with numerous awards: wiches and fresh baked, home- AJC’s Restaurant of the Year in made cookies on the corner 2007, two-time nominee for Best of College and Clayton in Chef SouthEast by the Beard Downtown Athens. Foundation... “ DEPALMA’S ITALIAN CAFÉ 401 E. Broad St. Downtown Athens 706.354.6966 1965 Barnett Shoals Rd. Eastside Athens 706.369.0085 2467 Jefferson Rd. Westside Athens 706.552.1237 depalmasitaliancafe.com Serving homemade pasta and hand tossed piz- zas for over 20 years. Westside ANGELO’S Delivery Service Available Daily 275 E. Clayton St. Specials, Party Trays, and much 706.549.2228 more Depalma’s…Delicious, De- www.angelosinathens.com lectable, & Divine . A delicious downtown spot serving lunch and dinner seven days a FIVE POINTS DELI & MORE week. Offering specialties ranging 1650 S. Lumpkin St. from Lobster Fettuccine Alfredo The Markets at Epps Bridge to the Italian Supreme Sandwich 706.546.8915 and Moretti beer on tap. www.fivepointsdeli.com The only way it could be fresher… BUFFALO’S SOUTHWEST CAFÉ is if you made it yourself. Every 196 Alps Road, Suite 49 item made fresh daily right in our Beechwood Shopping Center store. Enjoy sandwiches, soups, (706) 354-6655 salads, breakfast biscuits, pas- www.buffaloscafe.com tries, cookies, and more. More than great WINGS! Steaks, Pasta, Salads, Burgers, Wraps, THE GEORGIA CLUB Lighter Fare, Vegetarian. Free 1050 Chacellors Drive Wifi. NTN Trivia. Sports. 42 TV’s. Statham, GA 30666 Private Rooms, Banquet Hall, 770.725.8100 Large Groups, Buses Welcome, www.TheGeorgiaClub.com Delivery, Catering, Box Lunches. Fine and casual dining blend 40 Life Unleashed

together in a welcoming atmosphere. Open to Non-Members for lunch daily, dinner Friday MIRKO PASTA through Sunday, and Sunday Eastside 706-850-5641 Brunch. Call for reservations. Baxter St 404-226-7052 Watkinsville 706-310-1233 THE GRILL www.mirkopasta.com 171 College Ave. Everything Homemade! Authentic homemade pastas and Downtown Athens Italian cuisine in a rustic, casual (706) 543-4770 ambience. Fast, fresh, affordable www.thegrillathensga.com and healthy. A locally owned and operated din- er open 24 hours featuring made from scratch hamburgers, milk- THE BIG EASY shakes, salads, and tasty signature 20 Greensboro Hwy items. An Athens tradition you just Downtown Watkinsville can’t miss. (706) 769-3030 Monday – Friday 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. GYRO WRAP Cash, V, MC 175 E. Broad St. “Bringing a little taste of New Downtown Athens Orleans to Watkinsville” All the 706.543.9071 New Orleans favorites Seafood Gumbo, Red Beans, Jambalaya, www.gyrowrap.com Etouffee, Overstuffed Seafood Po Located across from the UGA Boys, Char-Grilled Burgers, Spe- Arch. Enjoy delicious fresh wraps cialty Salads and more. such as the Gyro (our specialty), steak, chicken, and veggie. We THE NATIONAL also offer salads, hummus, veg- 232 W. Hancock Ave. gie bowls and more in a relaxed 706.549.3450 atmosphere. We accept V/MC/ www.thenationalrestaurant.com Bulldog Bucks/D’town Gift Certiﬁ- Mediterranean cuisine served cates. Open Mon.-Sun. for lunch throughout the day including and dinner. morning coffee and pastries. Our menu points to international HARRY BISSETT’S NEW ORLEANS culinary traditions that value local CAFÉ & OYSTER BAR farmers and reﬂects the changing 279 E. Broad St. seasons of Northeast Georgia. Downtown Athens 706-353-7065 TRANSMETROPOLITAN HARRY BISSETT’S BAYOU GRILL 145 E. Clayton St., Athens 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd. (706) 613-8773 At The Arbor Sunday–Wednesday 706-552-1193 11a.m. - 11 p.m. www.harrybissetts.net Thursday–Saturday A taste of New Orleans in Athens… 11a.m. - Midnight authentic award winning Cajun/ www.transmetonline.com Creole cuisine and oyster bar in a Bustling Italian cafe in heart of relaxed atmosphere. Now with 2 downtown, ‘Transmet’ stone bakes locations to serve all your in-house Athens best pizza! Calzones dining and catering needs. fresh to order, pannini’s/ pastas aplenty. Upstairs bar overlooking LOCOS GRILL & PUB historic Clayton St.- bloody mary Campus bar Sundays! 581 S. Harris St. 706.548.7803 WEAVER D’S DELICIOUS Eastside FINE FOODS 1985 Barnett Shoals Rd. 1016 E. Broad St., Athens 706.208.0911 (706) 353-7797 Westside Lunch Tuesday – Saturday 2020 Timothy Rd. Serving the best in Southern Cook- 706.549.7700 ing. “Automatic for the People.” www.locosgrill.com Celebrating 22 years of service. Sandwiches, Salads, Wings, Burg- Awarded The James Beard Foun- ers & Entrees Dine-In, Pickup, Ca- dation 2007 Award for excellence. tering & Delivery Deemed an American Classic. 41 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

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Get a real taste of Athens’ unique flavor in our distinctive local shops. Hot spots for shopping include Athens’ downtown, Five Points, and Alps/Beechwood districts. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Victorian-era buildings of Downtown Athens house an eclectic mix of specialty shops that offer a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Browse the studios and workrooms of local artists and take home fine jewelry, leather, pottery, and glass. Find downtown merchants and purchase Down- town Gift Certificates at DowntownAthensGA.com. Don’t miss First Friday Date Nights! Surrounded by 1920s- and 1930s- era homes, Five Points shops feature the finest in fashion, gifts, antiques, jewelry, and original art. Fine local and national retailers have found a comfortable home at the Colonial Beechwood Promenade. Head to Georgia Square Mall for its major department stores, value cin- ema, and over 100 specialty shops. Pick up great bargains Rouge at Banks Crossing, home to one of Georgia’s largest outlet centers and just 30 minutes away via U.S. Hwy. CLOTHING • JEWELRY 441 N. HANDBAGS • ACCESSORIES Shopping and Dining Guides GIFTS are available at the Athens MENTION THIS AD & GET 15% Convention and Visitors EAST SIDE ATHENS • BARNETT SHOALS RD. Bureau and the IN THE PUBLIX SHOP CENTER Welcome Center. ROUGEATHENS.COM • 706.208.1102 43 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Athens is just 61 miles northeast of Atlanta via GA 316 Area: 122 square miles, the city-county government in smallest county in Georgia the United States and the Population: 112,787 third in Georgia. (2006 U.S. Census esti- Weather: July: 69ºF avg. mate) low, 90º F avg. high Elevation: 802 feet January: 33º avg. low, 51º Tax: 7% local/state sales avg. high tax; additional 7% hotel/ Avg. Rainfall: 48” motel occupancy tax Avg. Snowfall: 2.5” Government: In 1991, the Uniﬁed Government of Athens-Clarke County be- came the 28th consolidated 44 Life Unleashed

Police, ﬁre, ambulance emergencies: 911 Non-emergency police dept.: 706-613-3330 Hospitals: Athens Regional Medical Ctr.: 1199 Prince Ave., 706-475-7000; St. Mary’s Hospital: 1230 Baxter St., 706-389-3000 Walk-In Medical Centers: Regional First Care: 485 Hwy. 29 N., 706-353-6000; and 485 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville, 706-769-0000 Athens Area Chamber of Commerce: 706-549-6800 Airport Bus Athens-Ben Epps Airport Athens Transit System 706-549-5783 706-613-3430 AthensAirport.net AthensTransit.com Southeastern Stages Georgia Skies 706-549-2255 877-879-4997 SoutheasternStages.com FlyGeorgiaSkies.com Wings Air Taxi 877-SKIP-ATL (754-7285) A&A Taxi 706-353-2424 FlyWingsAir.com Much Luv Taxi 706-353-3220 Ground Shuttle to/from Top Dawg Taxi Hartsﬁeld-Jackson 706-552-0744 Atlanta Intl. Airport United Taxi Cab AAA Airport Express 706-549-0808 800-354-7874 Your Cab Company AaaAirportExpress.com 706-546-5844 VisitAthensGA.com The Complete Source for Athens Visitor Info • Events & Nightlife • Accommodations • Tour Ideas & Special Offers 45 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

July Star Spangled Classic February September Taste of Athens Insectival March October Athens Home & Garden Athens-to-Atlanta Road Skate Show Halloween, Athens Style! Robert Osborne’s North Georgia Folk Festival Classic Film Festival November April UGA Homecoming Parade Athens Twilight and Pep Rally Criterium & Jazz Festival Classic City Brew Fest November - December Nationwide Golf Tour: Athens Happening Holiday Regional Foundation Classic Events include: Piedmont Gardeners’ Christmas Parade of Lights Garden Tour Athens Holiday Lights UGA International and more! Street Festival For a complete calendar and exact dates, see May VisitAthensGA.com. Athens Human Rights Festival Memorial Day in Memorial Park Hot Corner Festival A 5-acre estate with a Summer six bedroom Victorian Concerts on the Lawn, manor house, May-October private baths, wi-ﬁ, gardens, Sunﬂower Music Series, terraces and pool June, July, August June 5 Harden Hill Road, Watkinsville Walking distance to shops and restaurants AthFest Music and Arts 706.769.2633 Festival Overnight rates $69 – $199 Horticulture Trial Garden AMBEDANDBREAKFAST.COM Open House Monsignor Donovan CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL developing leaders of COMPETENCE CONSCIENCE COMPASSION CONFIDENCE and COURAGE 590 Lavender Road, Athens, Georgia 706.433.0223 • www.mdchs.org Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School shall admit students of any race, color, sex, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students. Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other school-administered programs. Monsignor Donovan Catholic School is an independent Catholic school serving the families of northeast Georgia. MDCHS is not affiliated with the Archdiocese of Atlanta. 46 Life Unleashed

Information in this Guide was current as of June 2008. The Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau, while making every effort to keep this guide as accurate as possible, assumes no responsi- bility for errors, changes, or omissions. Please call in advance to conﬁrm information before making any reservations. Rates may be higher during UGA home games and special events. Quality • Location • Value Directions: Intersection of Broad Street and Milledge Avenue across from the famous Varsity Restaurant • Genuine American Quality • Free High Speed Internet in All Rooms • FREE Deluxe Continental Breakfast • Remote TV’s w/ Expanded Cable/HBO • 5 Blocks to UGA Campus & Downtown Athens • Large Outdoor Pool • In-Room Microwave, Refrigerator, Coﬀee Brewers & Iron w/Board • Voice Mail • 90% Non-Smoking Rooms ATHENS’ BEST LODGING ADDRESS 170 North Milledge Avenue • Athens, GA 30601 Phone (706) 546-7311 • Hotel Direct 1-800-592-9401 world wide reservations: www.bestwestern.com • 1-800-528-1234 47 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Average Rate Code $ < $79, $$ = $79 - $109, $$$ = $109+ HOTELS P H O N E /WEB L O DGI N G 706-549-1530 / 800-237-8466 America’s Best Inn 2715 Atlanta Hwy. 706-546-7311 / 800-528-1234 Best Western Colonial Inn 170 N. Milledge Ave. WWW.BESTWESTERN.COM 706-543-3611 Bulldog Inn 1225 Commerce Rd. WWW.BULLDOGINNATHENS.COM 706-549-0251 Campus Inn 3425 Atlanta Hwy. WWW.CAMPUSINNMOTELATHENS.COM 706-227-9700 / 800-229-5150 Comfort Inn 3980 Atlanta Hwy. WWW.CHOICEHOTELS.COM 706-995-4000 / 877-424-6423 Comfort Suites 255 North Ave. WWW.CHOICEHOTELS.COM 706-612-9100, 800-456-4000 Country Inn & Suites 236 Old Epps Bridge Rd. WWW.COUNTRYINNS.COM 706-369-7000 / 800-321-2211 Courtyard by Marriott 166 N. Finley St. WWW.COURTYARD.COM 706-543-6511 / 800-329-7466 Days Inn 230 N. Finley St. WWW.DAYSINNATHENS.COM 706-549-7020 Foundry Park Inn & Spa 295 E. Dougherty St. WWW.FOUNDRYPARKINN.COM 706-583-4500 Georgia Gameday Center 250 W. Broad St. WWW.STAYATGAMEDAY.COM Free internet • Free Breakfast Free long-distance • Pool In-room fridge/microwave In-room iron, ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker 2465 W. Broad St. • Athens 706-548-1111 www.hojo.com 48 Life Unleashed

Amenities Key B – Banquet Facility, C – Complimentary Breakfast, E – Exercise Facility, H – Handicapped, M – Meeting Facility, P – Pool, R – Restaurant/Lounge, S – Suites, – Pets Refers to area map Refers to downtown map HOTELS M AP ROOMS R AT E S AMENITIES C, H, S, P, 45 ROOMS $ 1 C, H, P, 70 ROOMS $$ 2 P, 51 ROOMS $ 3 H, 40 ROOMS $ 4 C, E, H, M, P, S 69 ROOMS $$$ 5 73 ROOMS $$ C, E, H, M, P, S, 6 C, E, H, M, P, S 81 ROOMS $$$ 7 B, E, H, M, P, R, S 105 ROOMS 1 $$$ C, H, P 2 75 ROOMS $ 119 ROOMS B, E, H, M, P, R, S $$$ 3 E, M, S 65 ROOMS $$$ 4 Ath e n s Ne w e st L u xury Hot e l • All Rooms Suites • Four Story Atrium Lobby • Over 1,300 feet of Meeting Space & Executive Boardroom • Indoor Pool & Spa • Fitness Center • Business Center • Deluxe Breakfast • Restaurant within Walking Distance -- •  Old Epps Bridge Rd. • Athens, GA w w w. c o u n t ry i n n s . c o m / at h e n s g a 49 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Average Rate Code $ < $79, $$ = $79 - $109, $$$ = $109+ HOTELS P H O N E /WEB L O DGI N G Hampton Inn 2220 W. Broad St. 706-548-9600 / 800-426-7866 706-353-6800 / 877-STAYHGI Hilton Garden Inn 390 E. Washington St. WWW.STAYHGI.COM 706-546-4433 / 800-465-4329 Holiday Inn 197 E. Broad St. WWW.HI-ATHENS.COM 706-546-8122 / 800-465-4329 Holiday Inn Express 513 W. Broad St. WWW.HI-ATHENS.COM 706-548-1111 / 800-446-4656 Howard Johnson 2465 W. Broad St. WWW.HOJO.COM InTown Suites 706-355-3121 / 800-553-9338 2044 S. Milledge Ave. WWW.INTOWNSUITES.COM 706-548-5676 / 800-771-7171 Microtel Inn 1050 Ultimate Dr. WWW.MICROTELINN.COM 706-548-3000 / 800-934-2963 Perimeter Inn 3791 Atlanta Hwy. WWW.PERIMETERINN.COM 706-549-5400 / 800-578-7878 Travelodge 898 W. Broad St. WWW.TRAVELODGE.COM UGA Center for Continuing Education 706-548-1311 / 888-295-8894 Conference Center and Hotel WWW.GEORGIACENTER.UGA.EDU 1197 S. Lumpkin St. WHY STAY IN A HOTEL... WHEN YOU CAN STAY IN LUXURY? Athens only Condo-Hotel, located in historic downtown. You will find breath-taking suites with a flavor of Athens and UGA Team Spirit. Enjoy fine dining and Athens world- renowned music scene within a short walking distance. We invite you to stay in our 1, 2 or 3 bedroom luxurious condominium suites. Features: • Full Living Room With Queen Pull Out Sofa Bed • Fully Equipped Kitchens • Washer & Dryer • Cable TV • High-Speed Internet • Exercise Room • 100% Smoke Free Property • Free Local Calls • Parking Garage 250 W. Broad St. Downtown Athens | 706.583.4500 | stay atgameday.com 50 Life Unleashed

Amenities Key B – Banquet Facility, C – Complimentary Breakfast, E – Exercise Facility, H – Handicapped, M – Meeting Facility, P – Pool, R – Restaurant/Lounge, S – Suites, – Pets Refers to area map Refers to downtown map HOTELS M AP ROOMS R ATE S A M E N I TI E S C, H, M, P 116 ROOMS $$ 8 B, E, H, M, P, R, S $$$ 185 ROOMS 5 B, E, H, M, P, R, S, 305 ROOMS $$ 6 160 ROOMS B, C, E, H, M, P, S, $$ 7 C, P 100 ROOMS $ 9 139 ROOMS H, KITCHENETTES $ 10 $ 61 ROOMS C, H, 11 33 ROOMS C, H, P $ 12 C, H, P, 40 ROOMS 13 $ 14 $$ B, E, H, M, R, S 200 ROOMS THE ULTIMATE SIX PACK Only Microtel has been ranked highest in “Guest Satistfaction Among Economy/Budget Hotel Chains” for 6 consecutive years! Experience the new bedding at Microtel! A super pillowtop mattress pad awaits you with higher- count thread linens and three pillows per bed. A cozy down-like comforter wrapped Dream Well between two crisp, white sheets makes dreaming easy at Microtel. MICRO TEL WELCOMES YOU WITH Free HBO, ESPN & Expanded Cable, Free High-Speed Wireless Internet and Long-Distance Calls Complimentary Contintental Breakfast In-room Fridge & Microwave for your convenience 1050 Ultimate Dr. Athens, GA 30606 ACROSS FROM TARGET ON ATLANTA HIGHWAY 706.548.5676 • 800.771.7171 WWW.MICROTELINN.COM 51 800.653.0603 • VisitAthensGA.com

Average Rate Code $ < $79, $$ = $79 - $109, $$$ = $109+ Refers to area map Refers to downtown map B E D & B R E A K FA S T / / / LODGING PHONE WEB MAP ROOMS RATES The Colonels on Angel Oaks Farm 7 ROOMS, 3890 Barnett Shoals Rd. BB 3 SUITES 706-559-9595 $$$ www.thecolonels.net R V PA R K S Pine Lake RV & Campsite 5540 High Shoals Road, Bishop AND CAMPSITES 706-769-5486 Country Boy’s RV Park Sandy Creek Park Campsite 5473 Mt. Olive Rd., Commerce 400 Holman Road, Athens 706-335-5535 / 888-335-6130 706-613-3631 Watson Mill Bridge State Park RV & Campsite The Pottery RV Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer 100 Pottery Road, Commerce 706-783-5349 / 800-864-7275 706-335-5984 / 800-223-0667 AAA AIRPORT EXPRESS, INC. ATHENS •ATLANTA OPERATING DAYS A WEEK (EXCEPT MAJOR HOLIDAYS) 9 SCHEDULED DEPARTURES IN BOTH DIRECTIONS DAILY $45 PER PERSON ONE WAY 404-767-2000 800-354-7874 AAAAIRPORTEXPRESS.COM 52 Life Unleashed

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