If you’ve lived in Athens for a single October, you know well the buzz around the annual Halloween party uptown. It draws crowds of 10000+ people yearly – up to 30000 in past years!
Athens is well-known as one of the few safe havens in Ohio for the queer community. Maybe it wasn’t always that way, but the city has sure made an effort to move forward into alliance and protection for our marginalized neighbors for decades.
When we think of cryptids, the more famous are often evoked – Bigfoot, the chupacabra, wendigos. But several rural corners around the US have their own regional folklore about some more… unique supernatural creatures. Ever heard of Eastern Ohio’s Grassman? Us neither.
Ever heard of the Ohio Pawpaw Festival? Get ready. This one-of-a-kind, weird little festival in the middle of nowhere is thrown every year in honor of a fruit just as one-of-a-kind and just as weird.
You might’ve heard your parents talk about homeowners insurance after that time you backed the car into a completely closed garage door at 6 am on your way to high school.
When it comes to hitting the ground running on your first day of classes, a bit of prep goes a long way. The first week is always a mess; a little planning can streamline some of the chaos and set you up for a smooth ride once the semester gets into full swing.
The contribution of our African-American community to the history and fabric of Athens cannot be understated. And National Black Business Month is the perfect time to get acquainted with some of our local entrepreneurs.
Looking for a fun summer activity that highlights the community, culture and talent of our little corner of Ohio? Head down to Union Street this August 3rd for one of Athens’ free pop-up festivals!
When you need a roommate for that last bedroom in the perfect potential off-campus home, it’s a tricky situation. You don’t want to pass up living in a primo uptown apartment, but you also don’t want to accidentally invite a young Ted Bundy type to live with you.
Brew week is a town-wide tradition in Athens – we’re the OG Brew Week – don’t let the copycats fool you. Head uptown to find great food, craft beers, fun times and friends.