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Due to Spring Break Camp happening this week, there will be no Wee Wigglers tomorrow, March 13th. We hope to see all of ...
03/12/2026

Due to Spring Break Camp happening this week, there will be no Wee Wigglers tomorrow, March 13th.

We hope to see all of our Wee Wiggler friends next Friday, March 20th!

Want to play sports this spring at the Athens Community Center? Register for the Inclusive Sports Sampler, a 5-week incl...
03/12/2026

Want to play sports this spring at the Athens Community Center? Register for the Inclusive Sports Sampler, a 5-week inclusive sports development program for Athens County youth ages 8+ with and without disabilities. We play together! For more information or to register: http://bit.ly/4r2XlG3

03/11/2026
Thank you to our community for showing up to our annual FamJam! We had another amazing time and we couldn't have done it...
03/04/2026

Thank you to our community for showing up to our annual FamJam! We had another amazing time and we couldn't have done it without our amazing sponsors - Our entertainment and food were provided by : Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio for Silent Disco; Larry's Dawg House for Hot Dogs; Domino's of Athens for pizza; -Athens, OH for chips and queso;DJ Rockin Reggie Robinson for live entertainment and photo booth. Our wonderful raffle prizes were provided by Texas Roadhouse of Athens, Star Chamber Arcade, Whit's Frozen Custard of Athens, Ohio , Professor Book Center, Zonez , , -RiteExpressCar Wash-Athens, OH , and Subway!

We can't wait until next year!

Are you ready to become a karate champion? Enroll today: enhance your self-defense, make friends in the dojo, and unleas...
03/04/2026

Are you ready to become a karate champion? Enroll today: enhance your self-defense, make friends in the dojo, and unleash your inner tiger!

Sign up today by stopping in and registering in person OR give us a call at 740-592-3325 and register over the phone OR click the link below and register online!

https://secure.rec1.com/OH/athens-oh/catalog

Stop in for a complimentary coffee and snacks or tea (if that tickles your fancy).  We'd love to see your smiling faces ...
03/02/2026

Stop in for a complimentary coffee and snacks or tea (if that tickles your fancy). We'd love to see your smiling faces this brisk morning! Thank you Tim Hortons of Athens for the warm and yummy donation

Rise and Shine...Stop by the Athens Community Center this morning and grab a hot cup of Tim Hortons coffee!
03/02/2026

Rise and Shine...Stop by the Athens Community Center this morning and grab a hot cup of Tim Hortons coffee!

See you tomorrow morning at 930am!  Lots of fresh Tim Hortons Coffee and donuts in the lobby :)Thank You Tim Hortons for...
03/02/2026

See you tomorrow morning at 930am! Lots of fresh Tim Hortons Coffee and donuts in the lobby :)

Thank You Tim Hortons for sponsoring this month's mingle!!

Thank you to Tim Hortons of Athens for sponsoring the drinks and treats for this event!  We hope to see our community sh...
02/28/2026

Thank you to Tim Hortons of Athens for sponsoring the drinks and treats for this event! We hope to see our community show up on Monday, March 2!

FamJam starts 5-7pm today! Come dance with us and get your glow on! Food and drinks are included in the ticket price ($3...
02/28/2026

FamJam starts 5-7pm today! Come dance with us and get your glow on! Food and drinks are included in the ticket price ($3/ticket) and we have awesome raffle prizes including gift cards from local restaurants and pool memberships! Come GLOW with us!

TOMORROW!  This line forms early... Athens Community Center Summer Camp 2026 📣 Summer Camp Registration Party-Sunday, Ma...
02/28/2026

TOMORROW! This line forms early... Athens Community Center Summer Camp 2026

📣 Summer Camp Registration Party
-Sunday, March 1
-2:00–4:00 PM
-Athens Community Center (Multipurpose Room)
-Registration officially opens at 2:00 PM during the party

Camp Details at a Glance:
-Camp Hours: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM (Monday–Friday)
-Before & After Care: 7:30–8:30 AM and 3:30–5:30 PM for an extra $30 per week, limited spots available

💵 Cost:
• $200 per child, per week
• $25 non-refundable registration fee per week (due at registration)
• Sibling discounts available
• ✨ NEW Autopay Discount! Enroll in Autopay and receive $25 off per week of camp

👧🧒 Ages: 5–12
(Children who are 5 must have completed a full year of all-day preschool by the start of camp)

🎨 What’s Included:
• Theme-based games, crafts, and activities
• Weekly walking field trips (Library, Farmers’ Market & more!)
• Two visits per week to the Athens City Pool 🏊
• FREE lunches provided through the Southeast Ohio Food Bank & HAPCAP

After the Registration Party, any remaining spots can be registered for at the front desk of the Community Center.

Our camps fill quickly each year — we highly recommend attending the Registration Party!

Questions? Feel free to reach out to Program Specialist, Katie Thompson at kthompson@ci.athens.oh.us

Address

701 E State St
Athens, OH
45701

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 9pm
Tuesday 6am - 9pm
Wednesday 6am - 9pm
Thursday 6am - 9pm
Friday 6am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 7pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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