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Athens is a historic college town in southeastern Ohio, best known as the home of Ohio University. Athens is a city and the county seat of Athens County, and the center of the Athens (Ohio) Micropolitan Statistical Area (as defined by the United States Census Bureau in 2003). At the time of the 2000 census, the population was 21,342. Athens is a qualified Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation. Athens Skate Park, which is the second largest skate park in Ohio.

Festivals:
The Athens Community Music Festival is held each August and features dozens of local bands.
The Hockhocking Folk Festival is held annually in May at Hocking College.
The Pagan Spirit Gathering, sponsored by Circle Sanctuary, is held near Athens during the week of the Summer solstice.
Palmer Fest, Spring every year located on Palmer Street.
Oak Fest, Fall and Spring every year located on Oak Street. Locally known as a mini-Palmer Fest.
Milliron Fest, Spring every year located on Milliron Street.
The Athens Area Sustainability Festival is held annually at the beginning of October at the Athens Fairgrounds
The Pawpaw Festival is held annually in September at Lake Snowden just southwest of Athens, near Albany

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