Friday, November 29th, 2024
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens city leaders are debating a proposal to replace brick crosswalks with concrete to improve accessibility, balancing concerns over historic preservation and business disruptions. WOUB Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio University Football Team aims to secure a spot in the MAC Championship by defeating the Ball State Cardinals in their final regular season game. WOUB Public Media
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Santa Christmas Train Rides at Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
Experience a beloved family tradition with festive train rides featuring Santa, Christmas music, and treats for children in the scenic Hocking River Valley.
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Ohio University Basketball Halftime Show Featuring Performance Dogs
The halftime show at Ohio University's basketball game will showcase talented frisbee, stunt, disc, and trick dogs from Performance Dogs of Ohio.
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Weekly Buddhist Meditation at Serenity Roots
Experience tranquil meditation sessions led by the Athens KTC Buddhist Center every Sunday morning at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center.
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A Christmas Carol in Athens
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he embarks on a transformative journey through his past, present, and future during this theatrical adaptation of 'A Christmas Carol'.
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Holiday Craft Workshop
This event at the Nelsonville Public Library offers adults a chance to create festive crafts such as book page snowmen and seasonal dioramas.
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Columbus Symphony's Holiday Pops Concert
The Columbus Symphony will perform classic carols and seasonal favorites at the historic Stuart’s Opera House.
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Sunday Buddhist Meditation Session
The Athens KTC Buddhist Center gathers each Sunday morning for meditation in a large yoga studio at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center, welcoming attendees of all experience levels.
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Crocheted Granny Square Ornament Workshop
Learn the basics of crocheting by creating a Granny Square ornament with all supplies provided.
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Buddhist Meditation Session at Athens KTC
Each Sunday, the Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a meditation session open to all, offering instruction and a welcoming environment for participants regardless of experience level.
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Weekly Buddhist Meditation Session
The Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session open to all, emphasizing instruction for beginners and a rotating schedule of meditative practices.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The more complete the despair, the more complete the awakening.
~ Carl Jung
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