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Artist’s Choice – Works by Kiyoe Howald
Stop by the Carnegie Wing Gallery at John McIntire Library to see the latest work from talented area artist Kiyoe Howald. There will be an opening reception on Friday, May 5 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. to which the public is invited. The Carnegie Wing Gallery is free and open to the public 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Find out more »To End All Wars – Exhibit Opening
The 20th century was one of the most turbulent in the history of the United States. Economic depression, prohibition against spirituous drink, industrial advances beyond the imagination and four major conflicts across the world affected nearly every citizen. Beginning with World War I until the end of the Vietnam War at the end of the century, men and women stepped forward in support of our governments call for troops to fight in these conflicts. Washington County was no exception, supplying…
Find out more »Quilt National ’17
This summer brings the 20th biennial of Quilt National and the whole town will be celebrating. Come experience 85 incredible contemporary quilts in Quilt National ‘17 at the Dairy Barn and go on the Crazy Quilt Crawl, which features contemporary and traditional quilts from local Athenians at over 45 locations in town, throughout Athens County and the region. This year’s Quilt National exhibition will feature 85 artists representing 28 states and 9 foreign countries. To see a full list of the participating…
Find out more »Red Cross Blood Drive – Kroger’s on State Street
Red Cross Blood Drive – Kroger’s on State Street – All Donors Receive Red Cross Sun Visor! Be A Memorial Day Lifesaver – Donate Blood
Find out more »2nd Annual Adyn’s Dream Memorial Day Picnic
We are so excited to announce our 2nd Annual Memorial Day Picnic at Eclipse Company Store! This is our opportunity to thank this wonderful community for your continued support as we approach Adyn’s Dream 3rd birthday in June! We know that Memorial Day is a day to spend with friends & family, so why not meet up at the beautiful lawn behind the Eclipse Company Store to enjoy some incredible music. You won’t have to worry about cleaning the house or buying…
Find out more »1-Day Overview of Solar Electric (PV) Workshop
This workshop is a slimmed down version of our complete 5-day course that leads to ETA certification in PV. As such, if you take this course and then later decide to pursue the full certification course, we will apply the registration fee of this class to the certification class if and when you sign up (so we will deduct the $100 fee from the longer class registration fee). This course, due to time constraints, is a seminar-based program (no hands…
Find out more »Sharing Birth Stories
Whether your children were born last week or a decade ago, The Birth Circle invites you to share your story and listen to others. All backgrounds, experiences and choices are honored at Birth Circle events. Birth Circle monthly meetings are free and open to the public. Children are welcome to attend.
Find out more »Brown Baggin’ Thru History
Guest Speaker: Susan Talbot-Stanaway Topic: World War 1 Posters: For the Hearts and Minds of Ordinary PeoplePres. Woodrow Wilson’s re-election campaign song in 1916 was entitled, “Elect Wilson, He Kept Us out of War.” However, on April 6, 1917, at Wilson’s urging, the United States Congress declared war against Germany. Only a few hours later, one of Wilson’s most energetic campaign backers, George Creel, urged Wilson to develop means to engage the war on the home front through “expression, not…
Find out more »Survival Skills Workshop
Blackberry Sage Farm will offer a Survival Skills workshop for the community. Dave Ott, a protege of survivalist Tom Brown Jr., will teach students matchless fire, cordage, weaving, flintknapping and other skills as well as building a debri hut. Students are to be prepared for weather issues, provide their own lunch and cost is $20 a day. Children under 13 are to be accompanied by an adult. RSVP requested. For more info, blackberrysagefarm@gmail.com or 740-448-7318.
Find out more »Huge Community Yard Sale
Enjoy browsing and shopping at a HUGE Community Yard Sale Sat June 3 – 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sun June 4 – Noon to 6 p.m. Rotarians and employees from area businesses are donating items from their homes/garages/barns and sheds. There will be 30 tables of merchandise, furniture, and many racks of clothing in the indoor arena at EMBE Acres/4515 Angel Ridge Road/Athens, Ohio, so the sale will be held rain or shine. This fundraiser is unique in…
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