Good morning, Athens.

Ohio University has ensured that Muslim students receive food accommodations during Ramadan—which lasts from Feb 28 to Mar 29—by providing early meals before sunrise and offering students the option to request freshly prepared Halal meals from dining halls.

Faculty members at Ohio University voted to unionize Monday after a 453 to 189 vote was counted at the State Employment Relations Board office in Columbus.

The new union is expected to give faculty a stronger voice in salary and benefit negotiations — a move aimed at boosting transparency with administration.

Folklorist Nicole Musgrave interviewed child care workers in Central Appalachia including Athens to record their COVID-19 shutdown experiences and compile lessons for a Library of Congress archive.

The collection shows how providers maintained care during closures and now face challenges such as decreasing staff & reduced funding.

Athens County, working with Rural Action and a Massachusetts-based engineering firm, has applied for grant funding from the Climate Smart Communities Initiative to develop a model for long-term climate change adaptation planning — the project will guide the region's response to rising climate risks in the coming years.

The Bulletin Board lists public meetings from March 24 to March 31 for many local boards such as community action and city and county councils.

Meeting notices must be sent by email by noon on Fridays for inclusion in Monday's Bulletin Board — all meetings are held in person unless noted.

Casual Chess Night for Teens and Young Adults

Chess Night is an open meet-up event at the Athens Public Library that invites teens and young adults of all skill levels to learn, practice, and socialize around chess.

Rebreather Concert

7-11:30 p.m. — The Union — Ticketed event — Experience an exciting night of rock music in Athens.

Weekly Meditation Session

Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session with varying practices and optional instruction at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center.

AARP Tax Assistance

10 AM – 1 PM | Coolville Public Library | Appointment required | Get help with your 2023 tax returns from trained preparers with limited available walk-ins.

13th World Music and Dance Concert

7:30-9:00 PM — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — Purchase Tickets — Experience a vibrant showcase of global music and dance.

Sunday Meditation Session

2-3 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Engage in mindful meditation with the Athens KTC Buddhist Center in a peaceful environment.

Leighann Lord Standup Comedy Show

7-11 p.m. — Baker University Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with seasoned NYC comedian Leighann Lord.

Sunday Meditation Session

2-3 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Join the Athens KTC Buddhist Center for a peaceful meditation experience tailored for all levels.

Jazz Night at Rhapsody Restaurant

6-8 p.m. — Rhapsody Restaurant — Enjoy drinks and food while listening to Kay Carter and the Bernie Nau Quartet play great jazz.

My Morning Jacket & Grace Cummings Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the soulful sounds of My Morning Jacket and Grace Cummings during this captivating live show.