Athens We Knew
Then and Now
Social life in our years often centered around food from several restaurants in or near Athens.
Trips to Princeton and Bluefield provided a variety of retail and service shops not available in Athens.
Natural and engineered structures were unique distinations for many.
There was no better way to enjoy the family car and good food with friends...
West Virginia and local parks, fairs, and natural attractions were plentiful and accessible.
Athens was a special place during our years where families of friends welcomed teenagers into their homes.
There were theaters such as the Lavon and Mercer in Princeton and the Colonial and Granada in Bluefield.
Trains, planes, and buses were an important part of growing up during the 1950s and 60s.
A new driver's license provided freedom to explore the surrounding areas and find favorite places.