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UpBEAT Food for Thought: The ‘Triad’ of Fall-Risk–Targeting Mood, Brain, and Balance Functions for Older Adult Mobility
VirtualHow do anxious emotions, like the fear of falling, and mood deficits, like symptoms of depression, interfere with underlying brain and balance processes involved in daily tasks in later life? Join us virtually, as Dr. Raffegeau presents on how she is investigating the ‘triad’ of fall risk. Presented by: Dr. Tiphanie Raffegeau, Visiting Assistant Professor... Read More
A Conversation with Representative Jay Edwards and the League of Women Voters
Zoom WebinarThe public is invited to join a webinar conversation with Ohio State Representative Jay Edwards, House District 94, and the League of Women Voters of Athens County. Representative Edwards will share his legislative priorities, views on current policy issues and address other topics submitted by the public to AthensAsks@gmail.com (submission deadline is Feb.17). Register at... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: Meet and Greet
VirtualJoin us virtually, for a casual hour to meet and have conversation with our UpBEAT Advisory Board members. Since the start of UpBEAT, in 1996, our advisory board has and continues to serve two purposes: first, to provide the UpBEAT coordinator with feedback and ideas on programming and future direction; and second to help shape... Read More
Black History Month Screening & Discussion: WHO WE ARE: A CHRONICLE OF RACISM IN AMERICA
The Athena Cinema 20 S Court St, Athens, OH, United StatesONE-NIGHT-ONLY FREE ADMISSION SCREENING & DISCUSSION Before it begins its run at the Athena, catch a preview screening of WHO WE ARE: A CHRONICLE OF RACISM IN AMERICA at 7PM on Thursday, February 24th. The event is presented FREE thanks to Ohio University sponsors: Black Student Cultural Programming Board, Center for Law, Justice & Culture,... Read More
Lifting up Diversity in the Little Cites
18 N Court St, Athens, OH 45701 18 N Court St, Athens, OhioHelp us to uplift diversity in the Little Cities of Black Diamonds region by learning about the history of the Black community in Southeast Ohio. Our tour will start in front of the Hangover Easy diner where the Berry Hotel once stood and is now marked with a Historic Plaque. Brian Koscho of Invisible Ground... Read More
Lifting up Diversity in Little Cities
18 N Court St, Athens, OH 45701 18 N Court St, Athens, OhioHelp us to uplift diversity in the Little Cities of Black Diamonds region by learning about the history of the Black community in Southeast Ohio. Our tour will start in front of the Hangover Easy diner where the Berry Hotel once stood and is now marked with a Historic Plaque. Brian Koscho of Invisible Ground... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Exercise Class-Virtual
VirtualThe UpBEAT Virtual Exercise Program, offered in partnership with United Seniors of Athens County, is free and open to anyone age 55 and older. This program is held virtually, on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. This one-hour, low-impact movement class is intended for a target audience of adults with arthritis of all activity levels and focuses... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: Coping Series– Improve Sleep During a Pandemic
VirtualThough we can’t force sleep to happen, we can set-up our environment and routines to help nurture our sleep hygiene. Why is this important? Sleep allows us to be fully present and supports other areas of our life, extending to our eating and physical activity habits. Join us virtually, to learn some healthy practices that... Read More
Athens County Democratic Party Volunteer Meeting
Athens Dems HQ 74 East State St, Athens., OH, United StatesShake off the winter doldrums by learning how you can get involved in the upcoming Democratic Primary! This election will decide our Democratic candidates for Ohio Governor and US Senate in November. If you're new to volunteering, a primary election is a great way to dip your toe into the water by helping with voter... Read More
TVZ Night: A Tribute to Townes Van Zandt (WOUB Benefit)
The Union Bar and Grill Athens, OH, United StatesSaturday, March 5th TVZ Night: A Tribute to Townes Van Zandt ( WOUB Fundraiser) Come see your favorite local and regional artists playing the music of Townes Van Zandt! Proceeds benefit WOUB! Current lineup includes: Lou Poster of Drift Mouth (host) Caitlin Krause Jake Dunn JJ Reed Megan Bee Eric Nassau of Devil Doves Kelby... Read More