Events in Athens today

Hosted by Licking River Kennel Club, this obedience-only trial will be held at Columbus All Breed Training Club in Columbus. Organized in partnership between the two clubs, the event is chaired by Cher Lee, with planning by Susan Bryant and Susan Fisher. The premium list will be available soon.

This monthly pistol shoot emphasizes skills practice over competition. Courses of fire combine steel and paper targets and are designed to suit newcomers and experienced shooters alike. Any handgun caliber may be used, and pistol caliber carbines are also permitted. A typical stage may require up to 35 rounds of ammunition. The shooting fee is $10, and optional extra score sheets for additional runs are available for $5 each. Participants who are able may help with setup beforehand.

Make It - Take It Day is a fourth-Saturday event each month that invites participants to learn a new skill, get creative, and share what they made.

Celebrate 31 years of the Valley's model train show and sale, where vendors offer everything from entry-level sets to handcrafted brass pieces for hobbyists at any interest or skill level. Visitors can also watch the club's new Speed-Mo layout running.

Get an early look at Delta Reign at a Pokémon Prerelease in McArthur, Ohio. Players receive one Delta Reign Build & Battle kit, then build a deck on-site using only the cards from that kit before competing against others. The tournament uses a sealed format with three rounds, each played as best of one. Entry is $29.99 plus taxes. Prizes award one Delta Reign booster for each match win. Costumes are welcome to bring some Halloween spirit. Please plan to check in for registration confirmation and deck building before matches begin.

In Mineralwells, WV, Pickle Pursuit presents a community scavenger hunt filled with pickle themed fun and prizes. Over a span of 16 weeks, one glass, glow in the dark emotional support pickle will be hidden at a different small business in District 14. Organizers will share updates and clues to help participants track each one down. Beyond the search, the effort highlights the people who keep the community running and invites everyone to think about possibilities for the future.

Now in its second year, Halloween in the Hills offers a festive mix of costume showcases for all ages. Children can step into a parade that leads into a contest where the crowd selects first, second, and third place trophy winners. The adult competition highlights the best blacklight or UV reflective costume, with first place starting with a $100 bill, $50 for second, and $25 for third. The Halloween tattoo contest is currently on hold while a prize package is finalized.

A Halloween-themed photo experience at The Havenstone invites visitors to explore the grounds and capture images among thoughtfully arranged backdrops. This Ember season edition is designed for flexible, drop-in attendance, so guests can enjoy the setting at their own pace using a phone or camera or by coordinating with a photographer. It is part of a seasonal series that highlights the property through shifting themes, including Emergence, Bloom, Flourish, Abundance, Harvest, Ember, and Dormant. Admission is $20 for ages 16 and older, with a $10 Shared Horizon rate listed. Children 15 and under are free with a paid adult, and season passes are available.

The Redmen Lodge hosts an electrifying night of classic rock and roll tunes.

United Skates Columbus presents a Pink-O-Ween skating celebration with Hello Kitty and Keroppi, blending Halloween vibes with plenty of pink. Enjoy roller skating set to Top 40 and hip hop music, arcade fun with prizes, sweet treats, glow items, candy giveaways, and café specials. Costumes are welcome and pink attire is encouraged. Admission is $10 online or $12 at the door, and skate rental is $6. This family friendly event also features photo opportunities with the characters in Columbus, Ohio.

The 5th Annual Trunk or Treat takes place at the Nemesis Shrine Center in Parkersburg, WV, offering a festive Halloween celebration with creatively decorated trunks, plenty of candy and goodies, and costumes throughout. Music will be provided by DJ Jack Horton of V96.9, and the fun includes door-prize giveaways with concessions available. Admission is free.

A weekly auction invites attendees to bid on fresh produce.

Mountain State Creamery marks the full moon with a surprise Over the Moon ice cream creation revealed only to guests on site. Each edition is lavish, shareable, and photo ready, the kind of treat that prompts instant reactions. The details remain secret until the first one sells, and any preview image shows last month’s dessert rather than the new reveal. After its debut last month, the mystery returns with something playful, unexpected, and delightfully over the top. There is a friendly challenge to be among the first to see it and to post it, and it suits groups and anyone eager for a dessert adventure. This special is available exclusively at Mountain State Creamery and is not offered through DoorDash.

Enjoy classic bingo at Pomeroy Library in a friendly, low-key setting. The games take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, and each round offers a chance to win small prizes.

Settle into a gentle yoga practice that centers on being rather than doing. The focus is on sensing each posture from within, prioritizing how it feels over how it looks. The space is welcoming, nonjudgmental, and noncompetitive, with no single right way to move as long as you remain free of pain or discomfort. You are invited to modify, change, or step out of a shape at any moment for any reason. The intention is to support yourself and choose what feels nourishing instead of pushing to your limits.

The Athens County Independent presents a Halloween-themed spelling bee at West End Ciderhouse in Athens. Hosts Corinne Colbert and Carter Rice, also known as DJ Moose Knuckle, will guide the competition. Costumes are encouraged and will be judged, with a $50 gift card to Flour & Thyme Micro Bakery for the top look. Flour & Thyme will also offer a pop-up with spooky treats. In addition, one dollar from each draft purchase benefits the Athens County Independent.

Acoustic Night at the library features an informal jam session open to everyone. Held on the second and fourth Tuesdays each month, it welcomes musicians to bring their instruments and play together. Those who prefer to listen are welcome as well.

This public skating special offers pair admission for $10 or individual admission for $6, with skate rental available for $6. Friends, families, and solo skaters can enjoy time on the rink together.

Fine Business, featuring Angela Opell and John Wetzel, brings American roots music to The Side Bar, pairing harmonized vocals with clarinet and guitar across classic country, folk rock, and blues. Admission is free, and all wine is half price, creating a relaxed setting for an easygoing night of live music.

Geared toward tweens and teens, Discovery Lab - Open Tech Studio offers a flexible, hands-on space to explore technology. Try projects in robotics, programming, building, and more, choosing what interests you and combining ideas as you go. Volunteer mentors are on hand to help you get started, answer questions, and support your progress. Access is included with museum admission, and members participate at no additional cost.

Be among the first to explore Pokémon Mega Evolution: Delta Reign at a special prerelease tournament featuring sealed play. Each participant receives one Delta Reign Build & Battle kit, builds a deck on site using only those cards, and then competes in three best of one rounds. Entry is $29.99 plus taxes. Prizing awards one Delta Reign booster for every match win. Costumes are welcome to add a bit of Halloween spirit, offering a festive way to get an early look at the set and connect with the Pokémon community.

Karaoke with Lady J takes place at Smiling Skull Saloon in Athens, Ohio. A digital songbook is available, and the password to access it is highstakes. Check the comments for updates and to learn about any additional fun being planned.

Wrap up the season with a community potluck followed by the final produce auction. Bring a dish to share and invite a friend, then spend time with the CPA crew and farmers as everyone gathers to close things out together.

Experience a Halloween evening where a gothic atmosphere meets exceptional cuisine. This special dinner features six thoughtfully crafted courses that echo the moody romantic spirit of Edgar Allan Poe’s world. Throughout the night, performers bring Poe’s works to life with live dramatic readings, weaving mystery and theater between each course. The price is $99 per person for a night that pairs fine dining with literary chills.

This community moment shares God's love in a practical way by offering free hot dogs and drinks on the sidewalk outside Thornville United Methodist Church during Trick or Treat in Thornville. Nothing is for sale and nothing must be earned, just a warm gift for those enjoying the festivities. Expect plenty of costumes throughout the celebration.

Get ready for a spook-filled experience at Bitanga’s Haunted House. Tickets are $10, and all proceeds benefit Light The Night 2, an effort to expand Middleport’s Christmas attractions.