Learn a Language
Learn a new language with Mango Languages online language-learning system for free through the Athens Regional Library System. Mango is available in two flavors, Mango Complete, a 100-lesson course that is designed to provide a deep understanding of a language and its culture and Mango Basic, which teaches everyday greetings, goodbyes and helpful phrases. Two English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are also available in Chinese and Spanish. For more information, please call (706)613-3650 or visit www.mangolanguages.com or www.athenslibrary.org/online-library/learn-a-language

New Bike Trail at East Athens Community Park
The new mountain bike trail at East Athens Community Park is now open. The trail, built by Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association volunteers, is 1.7 miles in length and includes two loops along with a small connecting path. More than 1,000 volunteer hours went into developing the trail. There are plans to extend the trail around the northwest corner of the park to total about four miles. The trail is open daily from 8:00 a.m. until sunset and is located near the Trail Creek entrance in the park. East Athens Community Park

Georgia Public Libraries Passport to Puppetry
Check out the Georgia Public Libraries' Passport to Puppetry at any participating public library in Georgia for free museum admissions and special show and workshop discounts for your family! ADMIT FOUR to MUSEUM EXHIBITS. Valid for up to 4 Museum admissions. Add a performance and enjoy a Create-A-Puppet Workshop for 25% OFF!*
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Athens-Clarke County Library offers eReaders for checkout
The devices are available on a first come, first served basis and cannot be reserved or put on hold. The eReaders are preloaded with some classic eBooks, and patrons can use them to try eBooks from the Georgia Download Destination. (706)613-3650

Passport to FUN!
Visit your library and check out passes to Zoo Atlanta, Georgia State Parks and the Go Fish Education Center.

Nature: There's an app for that
The Georgia DNR Pocket Ranger® Mobile Tour Guide uses some of the most advanced GPS smartphone technology to provide outdoor enthusiasts with features to enhance their visits. Developed by ParksByNature Network, the free app is available by visiting Apple iTunes, Android Market or StateParkApps.com.

HandsOn Northeast Georgia’s Family Serve
HandsOn Northeast Georgia’s Family Serve program is a way to bring families together to build a better community. Family Serve provides an opportunity for families to spend time together while teaching the value of service learning to children of all ages. HandsOn Northeast Georgia realizes that children are a vital part of our community. Learn more at: handsonnortheastgeorgia.com

Birthday Book Club!
Join the Oconee County Library Birthday Book Club! Donate a book from the library wish list for your birthday and we’ll add it to our collection with a bookplate that has your name in it. We’ll also take a picture of you and your book and put it in our Birthday Book Club book! Do it every year and see how you’ve grown. For more information, call 706-769-3950 or visit www.clarke.public.lib.ga.us/oconee

Downloadable E-books Available from the ACC Library
By popular demand, e-books are now available for online checkout from the Athens Regional Library System’s website. To view the collection, learn more about the service, check if your device supports the e-books, or download the software and titles, visit the library’s website www.clarke.public.lib.ga.us.

See our online calendar for additional details on these events and many more holiday events