Good morning, Athens.

This weekly roundup highlights key government and community events and announcements in Athens and Nelsonville, including a special city council meeting, increased dog license fees, and various community support activities from Jan.

28 to Feb. 3, 2025.

The Anna Jinja Show episode features a discussion with Xander Karagosian, a Liberian adoptee and Ohio University student athlete, about identity and societal expectations, with insights from poet Raymond Obstfeld.

Journalism major Caleb McCleskey, graduating from Ohio University, aims to achieve his dream of working at NPR, reflecting on his transformative college experience and offering advice to freshmen.

Ohio University students from health sciences and fine arts collaborate to design child-centered health care environments, emphasizing interprofessional learning and practical application.

Athens City Council deliberated on modifying the event street closure procedure, with differences emerging over responsibility allocation.

Toledo secures a narrow 86-83 victory over Ohio in an away game, marking its second consecutive win in Athens and improving its position in the MAC standings.

Moira Smiley Concert

Moira Smiley will perform a vocal polyglot concert at ARTS/West, with suggested donations at the door and sponsorship from Calliope Feminist Chorus.

B404 Fiber & Fashion: Create a Nuno Felted Scarf Workshop

Participants will learn to create unique and stylish scarves through wet felting techniques over two sessions in this hands-on workshop for ages 16 and older.

Weekly Meditation Session at Athens KTC

Each Sunday, the Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a meditation session at the Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center, inviting participants of all experience levels for meditation and potential dharma discussions.

Weekly Meditation Session

Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session each Sunday morning, open to all experience levels, at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center.

The Peking Acrobats Performance in Athens

The Peking Acrobats will showcase their impressive acrobatic skills at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.

Mitchell Tenpenny Concert in Athens

Mitchell Tenpenny will perform live at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in Athens, Ohio.