Heard Park & Community Center, formerly known as East Athens Community Center, is a public facility offering a variety of programs and activities for adults and children. It features a gymnasium, a full-service kitchen, multi-purpose rooms, a game room, a fitness room, a dance room, a library, and an arts and crafts room. The center also provides access to outdoor amenities such as basketball courts, tennis courts, a playground, and picnic areas. Programs are available to both Athens-Clarke County residents and non-residents, with online registration options. The facility is named in honor of Aaron Heard, a former supervisor of the park. It serves as a hub for community engagement and recreational activities.

