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The stage set up prior to The Unions hosting of Locals Only, featuring bands Less Marbles, Hourglass, Airbag, and Cameo. Jan. 28, 2026.

Weekender Briefs: Comedy, recreation, workshop

Open mic nights, a comedian and music are just some of the things going on in Athens County this week.

Tuesday, Feb. 17

The Ohio University Choral Union and University Singers are performing at First United Methodist Church, 2 S. College St.

Admission: Free

Ohio Men’s Basketball plays Ball State in The Convo at 7 p.m.

Admission: $12-56

The Union Bar, 18 W. Union St., is hosting its weekly game night. The downstairs bar opens at 4 p.m., with bingo starting at 6 p.m. and going through 8 p.m. Trivia begins at 9 p.m.

Admission: Free

The Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia is hosting a guided hike from 5:30-7:30 p.m. A local environmental interpreter joining to discuss how plants and animals adapt in harsh winter conditions. The hike is free, but attendees must reserve a spot. The hike begins at Chauncey-Dover Trailhead Park, 8433 W. Bailey Road.

Admission: Free, with a reserved spot

Culinary Services is hosting a cajun-themed Mardi Gras hot bar at West 82 in Baker University Center from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission: Payment required

Wednesday, Feb. 18

The Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts is hosting a cello recital from visiting artist Christin Kralik at 6 p.m. in the Glidden Recital Hall, 3 Health Center Drive. 

Admission: Free

Comedy Cult Athens is hosting an open mic comedy night at The Union at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30. Each set is 15 minutes long. Anyone interested in performing should message @comedy_cult_athens on Instagram.

Admission: $5

Housing and Residence Life is hosting returning student room selection information sessions in the Living Learning Center, room 102/104. There are two sessions, 5-6 p.m. and 6-7 p.m.

Admission: Free

The Center for Student Engagement & Leadership is hosting “Rufus Bingo” in the Walter Hall rotunda from 5-7 p.m.

Admission: Free

Thursday, Feb. 19

The Asian American/Pacific Islander Student Union is hosting a K-Pop night at The Union from 8 p.m. to midnight.

Admission: $7 for those under 21, $5 for 21+

THRIVE is hosting F45 classes in the F45 studio on the second floor of Ping Recreation Center. Classes occur at 6:30, 7:30 and 10:30 a.m., as well as 12:15, 4 and 6:30 p.m.

Admission: Free

The Kennedy Museum of Art is hosting a live reading of the play “Red,” featuring Evan Bergman and James Walkowski from the School of Theater.

Admission: Free

Bobcats Arts Care is tabling on the third floor of Baker Center from 1-3 p.m.

Admission: Free

Friday, Feb. 20

The College of Fine Arts is hosting a recital from visiting artist Gaudete Brass Quintet at 8 p.m. in the Glidden Recital Hall.

Admission: Free

The Athena Cinema is screening “Hero” as part of its Heroes in Color series. The film begins at 7 p.m. 

Admission: Free, though tickets are required

Saturday, Feb. 21

Ohio Wrestling competes against Buffalo in The Convo at 7 p.m.

Admission: $3-34

Trio Joyeux, a chamber ensemble of faculty from the School of Music, is performing in the large meeting room of the Athens Public Library, 30 Home St., from 3-4 p.m.

Admission: Free 

Sunday, Feb. 22

The Kennedy Museum of Art is hosting a block printmaking workshop as part of its Community Open Studio series from 2-4 p.m. No prior experience is needed.

Admission: Free with registration.

Comedian Abby Govindan is performing at the Baker Center Theatre from 4-5 p.m.

Admission: $5 for students, $8 for senior citizens, $10 for all others.

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