Weekender Briefs: Rock out with Ohio-based bands at The Union, play mini golf in Alden
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 2, 2021Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
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OU School of Theater to perform Tennessee Williams’ ‘Summer and Smoke’
By Lauren Serge | Nov. 2, 2021Ohio University’s School of Theater is putting on a production of Summer and Smoke, a play which will also serve as OU’s first production to offer a sensory-friendly version of the performance for individuals with sensory processing-related disorders.
Stephen Kramer Glickman to perform new album for Dad’s Weekend
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 1, 2021Known as Gustavo on Big Time Rush, Glickman will be accompanied by cellist Marza Wilks.
Aunt Flow company brings free access to menstrual products on campus
By Grace Koennecke | Nov. 1, 2021Ohio University has collaborated with Aunt Flow menstrual products to create easy and free access to these items for students around campus.
Southeast Ohio History Center shares history of Athens Asylum via walking tours
By Cole Patterson | Oct. 31, 2021The October tours were led by tour guide George Eberts, who is an Athens Asylum advocate and a longtime Appalachian Behavioral Health employee.
American Indian Heritage Month brings discussion of timely topics
By Kayla Bennett | Oct. 31, 2021On Tuesday at 7 p.m., Anton Treuer, professor of Ojibwe at Bemidji State University and author of 19 books, will be hosting a talk revolving around cultural appropriation, land acknowledgement and sports teams changing their mascots.
OU’s Puzzle Piece Society advocates for autism awareness, inclusivity
By Tre Spencer | Oct. 31, 2021The Puzzle Piece Society at OU is a new student organization that invites students on the spectrum to feel welcomed on campus.
National Cat Day brings appreciation for bonding relationships between cats, their owners
By Alex Imwalle | Oct. 28, 2021Oct. 29 marks the annual holiday National Cat Day, which allows cat owners and cat lovers to reflect on the impact their beloved pets have had on them and their home.
Q&A: Paranormal investigator Gina Kruzel talks career, upcoming event
By Kayla Bennett | Oct. 28, 2021Gina Kruzel will be sharing her stories and more at Chosen Pathways Spiritual Emporium, 400 E. State St., on Sunday, Oct. 31.
Tracking Trends: Alec Baldwin facing criminal charges after fatal gun mishap on set
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 28, 2021The cinematographer of Baldwin’s Western film Rust was killed in an accidental shooting.
Athens residents color town with unconventional pets
By Katie Millard | Oct. 28, 2021Dogs and cats are great, but they aren’t the only animals giving their owners joy. Here’s a look into the more unconventional pets of Athens.
Athens holds a rich, unexplained history of haunts
By Cole Patterson | Oct. 27, 2021Athens is considered to be one of the most haunted places in Ohio.
OU students appreciate localness, ‘soul’ of Uptown Costumes
By Isabel Nissley | Oct. 27, 2021Following a 15-month closure during the beginning of the pandemic, Uptown Costume’s vibrant atmosphere is returning just in time for Halloween.
Southeast Ohio History Center to host historical tours of the Athens Asylum
By Lindsay Wielonski | Oct. 27, 2021George Eberts, long-time Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare employee and Athens Asylum advocate, will lead participants in engaging tours of the Athens Asylum grounds and cemeteries.
Weekender Briefs: Watch Halloween movies, play paintball
By Katie Millard | Oct. 27, 2021Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
Q&A: Doug O’Connor talks music industry experience, previews visit to OU
By Anastasia Carter | Oct. 26, 2021Doug O’Connor will perform at Ohio University on Wednesday at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
'Dixie the Praying Dog’ to visit Athens
By Kayla Bennett | Oct. 25, 2021“Dixie The Praying Dog” will be visiting Jackie O’s Brewpub, 24 W. Union St., from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 27, with her owner, Brian Calvert.
Chosen Pathways Spiritual Emporium welcomes all spiritualities
By Kayla Bennett | Oct. 24, 2021Chosen Pathways Spiritual Emporium hosted its Halloween celebration on Saturday, Oct. 23, and the day was full of fall-themed goodies with a spiritual aurora filling the shop.
Change Our Outcomes walk welcomes conversation about well-being
By Kate Anderson | Oct. 24, 2021Change Our Outcomes, a preventative health initiative, had its kickoff event Saturday.
Lost Flamingo’s ‘Rocky Horror’ amazes audiences after year off due to COVID-19
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 24, 2021Every year, the group hosts a shadow-cast performance of Rocky Horror.
