The Gathering Place

10/14/2026

Are you a member or supporter of The Gathering Place that wants to be a part of our 50th Birthday Bash this Friday? It's not too late to reserve your spot! Online ticket sales will be open up to the event start time and tickets will be available at the door!

Community members have been generous and sponsored many tickets for our members! If you are a part of The Gathering Place community and want to come to the event, but cannot due to cost, please give us a call at (740) 594-7337! We want to erase barriers to this historic community event for those that should be there.

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

We're excited to join Hocking Athens Perry Community Action and SE Ohio Foodbank in for ! Hunger is an issue that is deeply important to us, our community, and our mission, and we are grateful to join in this beautiful show of solidarity!

09/09/2026

It's time to reserve your seat at our 50th Anniversary Celebration! Purchase tickets here: thegpathens.org/tickets

Our 50th birthday bash will feature live music, food and mocktails by Olive Branch Catering, an amazing display of 50 years of archival photos and documents, and so much more!

09/09/2026

**We do NOT require identification to attend the Harm Reduction Clinic.**

The Harm Reduction Clinic will be held at the Health Department, 278 West Union Street. A harm reduction clinic is held every Wednesday, 12:30-3PM. Anyone can pick up Naloxone at the clinic to use if someone they are with experiences an overdose. Naloxone (and training on how to administer it) is also available by appointment at the health department. Call us at 740-592-4431 to make an appointment or for more information.
OhioHealth's Substance Use Navigator will be onsite. Local produce is also available thanks to our partnership with Community Food Initiatives!

09/05/2026

Boots on the Trail — Athens Area Stand Down

Boots on the Trail would like to share information about the 11th Annual Athens Area Stand Down, taking place Friday, October 2, 2026, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Athens County Fairgrounds, 286 W. Union Street, Athens, Ohio.

This free event provides food, clothing, personal care items, and information about available resources for veterans and individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

10 AM–12 PM: Veterans Only — proof of military service required
12 PM–2 PM: Open to the Public

Services and information will also be available regarding healthcare, housing solutions, employment, substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, and other essential resources.

If you are a veteran or know someone who could benefit from these resources, please share this information and help spread the word.

Learn more or make a donation:
www.AthensAreaStandDown.org

For more information: 740-593-3591 or 740-517-0619