Good morning, Athens.

This week in Athens, events include a vinyl painting on the Ping Lawn today from 5 to 7 p.m. and a rededication at Mill St on Sunday, as local groups host arts, film screenings & volunteer activities.

Residents can attend a wide range of club meetings scheduled from Monday, Oct.

12 through Sunday, Oct. 18. The week features support groups at local hospitals, coffee meetups at The Nest, wellness events at community centers, and family activities in Athens, Amesville, Chauncey (including storytime) and Nelsonville.

Porktoberfest 2026, a free event with food, music and fellowship, will be held this Saturday at the Vinton County Fairgrounds from noon to 4 p.m. Gospel singers including Athens native Jimmy Howson will perform at the tenth anniversary celebration sponsored by Renovate Life Church of God.

UC 1900 Visual Communication students explore cyanotype photography in an exhibition called Kissed by the Sun.

The display is at the VisCom Pop-Up Gallery at Schoonover Center throughout October (showing a blend of analog and digital creative methods).

Ohio University's Marching 110 and Alumni Band performed during homecoming on Oct.

10 when Ohio Football played Central Michigan at Peden Stadium in Athens.