Silver Screens and Golden Dreams: A Social History of Burmese Cinema
Baker Center Room 231 Ohio University Campus BuildingJoin us for an engaging discussion with author Jane Ferguson on her book, Silver Screens and Golden Dreams: A Social History of Burmese Cinema. In a tour-de-force study of sixty years of cinematic entertainment, the book traces the veins of Burmese popular movies across three periods in history: the colonial era, the parliamentary democracy period,... Read More
Community Group Run/Walk
Weekly community group runs for runners and walkers of all abilities take place every Tuesday at 6:00pm at Ohio Valley Running Company (20 Station Street in Athens). Runs take place on the bikepath, so you have the opportunity to go as short or as long as you'd like. Masks are not required during the run,... Read More
‘Saving Democracy’: Talk by David Pepper
Athena Cinema 20 S. Court St., Athens, OH, United StatesDavid Pepper will speak from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23 at the Athena Cinema in uptown Athens. The event will be followed by an afterparty 8 p.m. - 9 p.m. David Pepper is a lawyer, writer, political activist, adjunct professor, Ohio Democratic Party Chairman 2015-2021 and regular guest on MSNBC, CNN... Read More
Wednesday Lunch – UCM Center’s Free Community Meal
UCM Center, 18 N. College Street, Athens Ohio 45701 UCM Center, 18 N. College Street, Athens, OH, United StatesServing free meals to the community with no questions asked for 30 years! Our meal includes a meat and vegetarian entrée, several side dishes, a mixed greens salad, dessert, and drinks. We are dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. We rely on donations of fresh and non-perishable foods and local discounts... Read More
Sustainability Series: KISS THE GROUND
Athena Cinema 20 S. Court St., Athens, OH, United StatesHollywood superstar/activist Woody Harrelson narrates and stars in this timely documentary that promises to offer a real and viable solution to climate change: regenerating the Earth’s soil. By shifting our focus to the health of the very ground we stand on, we can rebuild the ecosystems that are rapidly being destroyed around the world, create... Read More
Open Play at The Nest
The Nest 217 Columbus Rd. Suite 103 217 Columbus Rd. Suite 103, Athens, OH, United StatesIt's playtime at The Nest! Break the routine, get out of the house and come let your little ones play in a fresh space while you get to talk with other grown-ups for awhile! Come and go as you please anytime during our open play hours. Toys and activities are geared towards babies and toddlers... Read More
Thursday Supper – UCM Center’s Free Community Meal
UCM Center, 18 N. College Street, Athens Ohio 45701 UCM Center, 18 N. College Street, Athens, OH, United StatesServing free meals to the community with no questions asked for 30 years! Our meal includes a meat and vegetarian entrée, several side dishes, a mixed greens salad, dessert, and drinks. We are dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. We rely on donations of fresh and non-perishable foods and local discounts... Read More
45th Annual Factory Street Studio Spring Dance Concert
30 Public Square - Stuart's Opera House 30 Public Square, Nelsonville, OH, United StatesFactory Street Studio (FSS) is excited to announce that our 45th Annual Spring Dance Concert will be held on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27 at Stuart’s Opera House. The Spring Dance Concert will begin at 7 p.m. on Friday and 2 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are $10 for children, $20 for adults 18+,... Read More
Celebrate Trails Day at the Baileys Trail System, part of Athens Beautification Month
8389 West Bailey Rd. Millfield OH 45761 8433 West Bailey Road, Millfield, OH, United StatesHappy Athens Beautification Month! The Ohio University Office of Sustainability and Center for Community Engagement is partnering with the City of Athens to coordinate volunteer events throughout April. The Baileys Trail System is excited to be one of those projects! Celebrate Trails Day is Saturday, April 27! We hope you will join us, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy,... Read More
Spring Biodiversity Hiking Tour
The Spring Biodiversity Hiking Tour offers an opportunity to explore the unique geological features and spring flora and fauna of Adams County, Ohio, guided by local naturalist, Eric Davenport. The... Read More