Vintage cars and theater stars will shine during On The Green Weekend
Check out the vintage vehicles the Athens community has to offer at Cruise-In At The Convo during On The Green Weekend. Photo by Megan Johnson
Join the OHIO Alumni Association for the 5th annual On The Green Weekend, a springtime homecoming on May 16-19 packed with events celebrating academics and the arts.
Come home during the best time to visit Athens and enjoy activities and events for all tastes, including two returning favorites: Cruise-In At The Convo and a performance by Ohio University Lancaster Theatre.
On Saturday, May 19, showcase your hot wheels or admire the display of classic automobiles at Cruise-In At The Convo from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Families, OHIO students, alumni and community members are all welcome to join in the fun.
The first 110 registered vehicles will receive dash plaques and free T-shirts while supplies last. Registration is $10 per vehicle and will run from 9 a.m. to noon.
Association Assistant Director of External Relations Ryan Boyd said the annual community car show has featured vehicles from 44 Ohio counties and seven states.
“Cruise-In At The Convo is one of the best examples of our local community joining Ohio University to create an unforgettable experience,” Boyd said. “The event always has unique vehicles, and the addition of food, music, prizes and more help to create appeal for a diverse audience ranging from car enthusiasts to families.”
All event proceeds benefit OHIO’s Marching 110 and its alumni society.
The Ohio University Lancaster Theatre troupe will return to Athens for a production of “Next to Normal” during On The Green Weekend 2018. Photo by Megan Johnson
After the car show, head to Ohio University Lancaster Theatre’s production of “Next to Normal” at 2 p.m. in the Baker Center Theater. This Pulitzer Prize-winning pop-rock musical follows the story of an American family that is anything but typical.
“It’s really exciting to have a theater program on our campus, it’s thriving and growing,” Victor Jones, the program’s artistic director, said. “It’s continually supported by the Association. We are thrilled to return to the Athens Campus this spring.”
Jones started the theater program at the Lancaster Campus eight years ago and has watched the program flourish. The group was recently recognized as one of six finalists at the prestigious Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival—Region II, which includes Ohio and eight other states.
“It is with great pride that we can showcase these talented young artists and the tremendously successful Ohio University Lancaster Theatre program,” Dawn Werry, the Association’s senior director of external relations, said. “It is a joy to watch Victor engage and educate these dedicated students.”
Can’t get enough of all the excitement On The Green Weekend has to offer? View a complete list of events and register online.