What's happening: OU Spring scrimmage, recycling and more

The Ohio football program's 2024 spring scrimmage is set for 11 a.m. Saturday.

The free public scrimmage will begin at 11 a.m. and will take place for approximately one hour. After the practice has concluded, fans will be invited onto Frank Solich Field to participate in fan activities and interact with the Ohio football program.

The annual spring surplus sale will also be open to fans, also beginning at 11 a.m. located under the Sook Academic Center. Additionally, Gameday Spirit will also be selling merchandise under Sook Center.

Ohio University Culinary Services will have a food truck outside gate one of Peden Stadium, and will also be hosting a canned food drive for Cats Cupboard.

Fans can enter Peden Stadium through gate one and gate two.

After the spring scrimmage, fans are welcome to attend the Ohio softball doubleheader against Western Michigan. First pitch is at 1 p.m.

Other activities happening in Athens County this weekend include:

Saturday

Paper Circle Origami Meetup. Paper Circle is officially starting up our FREE origami meetups again, beginning April 20. These meetups include free paper and instructions for all participants. We also encourage bringing your own supplies and even showing off your folding skills if able to. Paper Circle hosts these meetups on the third Saturday every month during spring and summer. All are welcome to join and we hope to see everyone there! 12-2 p.m., Paper Circle , 35 W Columbus St, Nelsonville. http://www.papercircle.org.Scribble & Play Art for Kids. Enjoy engaging artwork designed for kids of all ages during the opening reception of Scribble & Play Art for Kids. Opening day is free to the public and light refreshments will be provided. Also on view will be the Quilt National ‘23 Collection B — O’Bleness Gallery and Field Notes by John R. G. Roth — Chaddock & Morrow Gallery. 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens. https://dairybarn.org/scribble-play-art-for-kids-2/.Classes and Workshops at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. The Dairy Barn offers classes and workshops in pottery, glass, fiber arts, painting, drawing and mixed media .. just to name a few. Classes/Workshops have different start and end dates, so head over to our webpage and search under the Education tab for an up-to-date list of our current offerings or call (740) 592-4981 ext. 1. The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens. http://dairybarn.org.Pig Roast Party! Join us for a belated celebration of Jen Sartwell’s promotion to executive chef of Little Fish Athens. For a meat and three sides — $30 adults, $15 for kids 12 and under. 4 p.m., Little Fish Brewing Company, 8675 Armitage Rd, Athens. http://www.littlefishbrewing.com.Spring Recycling Days. The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District will host the event, in which people can drop off appliances, E-waste, cell phones, scrap metal, mattresses, books, batteries and household waste. Drop-off for scrap tires for 50 cents per tire and $4 for tires with rims. There is a 10-tire limit per vehicle. Residents can also drop off books at the Athens Public Library for recycling on April 20. The Solid Waste District will also be charging a fee for recycling TVs ($20-$40/TV). No Household Hazardous Waste or appliances with Freon will be collected. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Athens County Fairgrounds, 286 W Union Street, ATHENS. http://www.recyclingtrail.com.Sign the Petition to End Gerrymandering. Sign the Citizens Not Politicians petition to establish a citizens redistricting commission and ban gerrymandering in Ohio. Drive or walk to this event. Drivers, you don’t even need to leave your car to sign the petition. 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Athens Pool Parking Lot, 701 E. State St, Athens. https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/613730/.Athens Farmers Market. The place to shop for locally grown and raised meats, cheeses, vegetables, fruits, prepared foods, pastries, traditional and specialty bread, coffee, wine and cider, jams, jellies and preserves, pickled and fermented vegetables, honey and maple syrup, fudge and candies, plants and seeds. Also find items hand-crafted by members of the Athens Art Guild.Consider purchasing an AFM gift certificate for this holiday season!The market is located under the solar panels at the Athens Community Center. 9 a.m.-noon. SNAP/EBT accepted. Athens Community Center, 701 E. State St., Athens. https://www.athensfarmersmarket.org/.Grateful Dead tribute. Four Winds will perform $5. Through Sunday. 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Casa Cantina.Caitlin Kraus Band. Caitlin Kraus is a singer and songwriter living in Athens. Originally from Columbus, Kraus has performed her music solo and with a band over the past decade. Her music is melodic, largely lyric-based, and falls within indie-folk/alternative genres. $5. 7-10 p.m., Uncle Bucks Riding Stable, 73930 Buck Ln, Barn, NEW MARSHFIELD. http://www.unclebucksstable.com.Performance. Nakatoni Danza will guide you on a sonic journey through your favorite 1980s music classics. 7-8 p.m., Donkey Coffee.

Sunday

Classes and Workshops at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. The Dairy Barn offers classes and workshops in pottery, glass, fiber arts, painting, drawing and mixed media .. just to name a few. Classes/Workshops have different start and end dates, so head over to our webpage and search under the Education tab for an up-to-date list of our current offerings or call (740) 592-4981 ext. 1. The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens. http://dairybarn.org.Family Night. Family night features card and board games, pool and foosball. Kids ages 12 an under eat free with every purchase of an adult entree. Limit two kids meals per one adult entree. 4-8 p.m., Eclipse Company Store & Craft Beer Hall, The Plains.Athens Comedy Collective — April Improv Workshops. Athens Comedy Collective is offering Drop In Improv Comedy Workshops on Sundays 2-4 and Wednesdays 6-8. This workshop focuses on the basics of long form improvised comedy and will strengthen your listening, physicality, communication skills in a supportive and fun environment. Just show up for any class however registration at the FB link is appreciated. Donation.2-4 p.m., Athens Works / Central Venue, 29 E Carpenter Street, athens. https://www.facebook.com/athenscomedycollective.Choral Evensong. A service of Choral Evensong celebrating the end of the choir season and our graduating Choral Scholars. The choir of Church of the Good Shepherd will be assisted by Kailey Klimkowski, Doug Grimm, Ben South and Katie Williams, Choral Scholars, Nathaly Pagoaga, oboe, and Marsha Reilly, organ. Music by Richard Shephard, John Rutter, W.A Mozart and J.S. Bach will be featured. Donations for the June Black Music fund for guest musicians gratefully received. 5-6 p.m., Church of the Good Shepherd, 64 University terrace, Athens. http://www.chogs.org.Old Time Music Social. Join us for a free afternoon of music and dance at the Old Time Music Social, a community collaboration between Stuart’s Opera House and the Federal Valley Resource Center. Bring your instruments and join fellow musicians in an informal gathering from 2-3 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate. We’re welcoming caller Joe Burdock to the mic for a square dance, with tunes by Glenn Jarvis and Friends from 3-5 p.m. Federal Valley Resource Center, 8225 St Rt 329, Stewart. https://stuartsoperahouse.org/events/old-time-music-social/.

Monday

Classes and Workshops at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. The Dairy Barn offers classes and workshops in pottery, glass, fiber arts, painting, drawing and mixed media .. just to name a few. Classes/Workshops have different start and end dates, so head over to our webpage and search under the Education tab for an up-to-date list of our current offerings or call (740) 592-4981 ext. 1. The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens. http://dairybarn.org.Monday Lunch Soup Kitchen Free Meal. Monday lunch soup kitchen provides a free weekly meal in our fellowship hall. Our meal includes a meat and vegetarian entree, tossed salad, fresh fruit salad, desserts, and drinks. 12-1 p.m., Athens First United Methodist Church , 2 S. College Street, Athens . http://firstumcathens.org.