Good morning, Athens.

A Celebration of Life for Bruce Mitchell is scheduled for Saturday, May 24 at 3pm at the Ridges Auditorium in Athens, and community members are asked to honor his memory by wearing bright clothing (donations in lieu of flowers are accepted).

Jill Kleck Woo began her journey on a quiet farm in Northwest Ohio and earned a degree in Radio and Television from Ohio University in 1978, honing her TV production skills at WOUB before moving to Chicago and later Hollywood.

She later founded EyeMagic Productions—offering freelance TV production support—to continue her work in the industry while honoring her local roots.

On May 2, the Lambda of Ohio University Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa honored nearly 50 students at Grover Center for meeting strict academic requirements—families and university officials attended the ceremony.

Ohio University announced on April 29 that it would close its Division of Diversity and Inclusion, which houses the Pride Center—this move may impact student mental health as it comes two days before the start of Mental Health Awareness Month.

The Bulletin Board lists in-person public meetings scheduled from May 12 through May 19 in Athens and nearby communities—including sessions from city councils, boards of education, and community action groups.

Meeting notices must be sent to [email protected] by noon on Fridays to be added to the Bulletin Board—most events are held in-person unless noted.

Superhero 5k Run

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Richland Avenue Park — Family-friendly activities — Participate in a fun 5k with kids' obstacles and bounce houses.

Sunday Morning Meditation Session

2-3 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — No experience needed — Join the Athens KTC Buddhist Center for a calming meditation practice with options for instruction and discussion.

Joseph and His Ghost Live

7 PM – 1 AM — The Side Bar — $5 — Experience the eclectic sounds of indie rock from Joseph & His Ghost hailing from central and southeast Ohio.

3rd Annual Starbrick Music Festival

3 PM to 11 PM — Hocking College — Ticket prices starting at $12.51 — Enjoy a nostalgic mix of Country and Classic rock music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.

UpCycle Fest 2025

12-5 p.m. — Community Makerspace — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and sustainability through art, fashion, and hands-on activities at this vibrant community festival.

2025 Junior Bobcat Basketball Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Charles J. Ping Recreation Center — Registration required — Enhance basketball skills with expert coaching and fun activities over three days.