Health
Uncovering Animal Mysteries
Hock-hocking Adena Bikeway Beaumont-Salina Trailhead of the Hock-hocking Adena Bikeway, Athens, United StatesBundle up and prepare for a winter exploration along the bike path with expert animal tracker, Joe Brehm. On this guided hike we will look at animal tracks, scat and other signs they leave behind, and learn how to identify which animal left them. You will have the opportunity to gain insight of the mysterious... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: Coping Series–Visiting Your Heart’s Home through Guided Imagery
VirtualGuided imagery allows us to be present and take a moment for ourselves. We will explore guided imagery by practicing guided imagery together. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program for those 55 years and older. Membership is free. To learn how you can join us virtually (by phone or technology device), contact... Read More
The 19th Annual John Knouse Groundhog Hike
Strouds Run State Park, Bobcat Shelter 11661 Strouds Run Rd, Athens, OH, United StatesLace up your hiking boots, the 19th Annual Groundhog Hike is set for Sunday, Feb. 6. Presented in honor of founder and friend John Knouse, this year’s hike is an in-person event hosted by Athens Conservancy and Friends of Strouds Run. The fun kicks off around noon at Strouds Run State Park, where we’ll gather... Read More
Blood Drive
Alexander High School 6091 Ayers Road, Albany, OH, United StatesThe American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis – its worst blood shortage in over a decade. Alexander High School is hosting a blood drive on Feb 9th to help with the shortage. Your donation would be greatly appreciated!
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
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
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
Guided Meditation with Ron Docie
Athens Public Library 30 Home St, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin guided visualization coach Ron Docie in examining a set of mind-calming practices. If you've ever had an interest in meditation, but were unsure of where to start, this is the course for you. Our guest speaker will lead you through a set of mind-calming practices, including a guided deep-relaxation exercise. An optional Q&A and... 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
Yoga @ the barn
The Dairy Barn Arts Center 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin us every Thursday @ 5pm for Yoga! In person class held at The Dairy Barn. Registration required due to class size limit.