Community Corner
Weekend Planner
Here is our pick of activities going on in or around Oconee County this weekend.
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Where/When: on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Why Go: To discover the wonders of water at this festival and learn how you can protect this precious resource through interactive activities and games.
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Pricing: $2 per person ages 4 to 64 for park entry fee; activities at festival are free
2.
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Where/When: on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Why Go: To celebrate National Grandparents Day a day early by spending the morning with your grandparent (or someone who acts like one) sharing stories about each other and enjoying tea, crafts and a sing-a-long.
Pricing: Free
3.
Where/When:
Why Go: To see Jorie Berman and Rob Sutherland demonstrate wheel throwing and hand building techniques, as part of the events.
Pricing: Free
4.
Where/When: Sanford Stadium in Athens on Saturday at 4:30 p.m.
Why Go: To kickoff the Southeastern Conference football season and watch the Bulldogs challenge longtime rival, the Gamecocks, on home turf.
Pricing: Ticket prices vary
5.
Where/When: on Sunday at 4 p.m.
Why Go: To commemorate the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks with other citizens, first responders, members of the armed forces and government officials.
Pricing: Free
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