Today
in Athens
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens County is gearing up for a busy winter season as local organizers schedule events from community tree lighting on Dec. 5 in Uptown Athens to Christmas parades, open houses and concerts in nearby towns—each offering a chance for families and residents to celebrate together. Multiple art workshops, craft sessions and food fundraisers are planned over the coming weeks to bring neighbors closer. Athens County Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Athens artist Jessica Held leads art projects for local kids and seniors by running weekly after-school classes and hosting art shows at area libraries—one display at Nelsonville runs until November 17. She will also offer eight-week Creative Aging programs for adults in January and February and plans a park installation set for spring to bring more creative opportunities to the community. Athens County Independent
- ➤ Dr. Tee was awarded the 2025 Black Appalachian Storytellers fellowship by the National Association of Black Storytellers—she will use the $5,000 grant and membership benefits to help fund renovations at Mount Zion Black Cultural Center in Athens and continue work on Black Wall Street Athens. The fellowship recognizes her contributions as communications director and professor emerita and supports the center’s upcoming opening in October 2026. Athens County Independent
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Weekly Meditation Gathering
3-4 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free — Relax and find your inner peace through guided meditation every Sunday.
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UMass Minutemen vs. Ohio Bobcats Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Peden Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Experience college football action as the UMass Minutemen take on the Ohio Bobcats live.
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Euchre Club
5:45-9:30 p.m. — Hole in the Ville — $5 — Enjoy a lively night of euchre with light refreshments and BYOB.
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Weekly Meditation Session
3-4 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Experience a peaceful Sunday morning meditation with the Athens KTC Buddhist Center.
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Reindeer Run 5k
9 AM – 12 PM — Eclipse Company Store — Registration fee required — Enjoy a festive 5k with costumes, hot chocolate, and Santa.
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December Elite Prospect Camp
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Walter Fieldhouse — Check-in starts at 9:30 a.m. — Develop your softball skills with instruction and live gameplay.
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Kenny G Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of Kenny G in a local setting.
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