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14th Annual OhioMeansJobs – Job Fair
The 14th Annual OhioMeansJobs - Job Fair is a FREE job fair sponsored by the Area 14 Workforce Development Board and the OhioMeansJobs centers of Athens, Meigs and Perry Counties. The event is one of SE Ohio finest free job fairs hosting over 70 employers, recruiters and educational opportunities. Job seekers are encouraged to bring their resume and come prepared to interview. Employers should register with the OhioMeansJobs -Athens County, at (740) 797-1405.
Find out more »Carbon Fee Town Hall Meeting
The League of Women Voters of Athens County is hosting a town hall about the SOPEC Carbon Fee, Athens City Issue 3, which is on the May 8th ballot. Representatives from SOPEC and Athens city government will answer audience questions.
Find out more »Ohio’s Civil War History: A Presentation on Morgan’s Great Raid
David Mowery, a foremost authority on the subject, will discuss General John Hunt Morgan's Great Raid as it passed through three Union-held states, including Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. The raid threw the entire state of Ohio, including Chillicothe, into a state of panic. Join us for an expert presentation on one of the most compelling chapters in Ohio's Civil War history. The event is free and open to the public. 45 W. 5th Street Chillicothe, Ohio Call 740-772-1936 for more…
Find out more »2018 Annual Seed Give Away
Come on out and pick up some free seeds! Community Food Initiatives is hosting our annual Seed Give Away for people in need of seeds. Come and pick up a wide variety of fruit, vegetable and herb seeds for your garden. During the library giveaways, there will be a Master Gardener there to answer any questions you may have about gardening!
Find out more »Community Garden Conversation
Join gardeners from Nelsonville, Eastside and West Side Community Gardens for a panel discussion about the community garden experience! Gardeners will share their stories with successes and failures, as well as their strategies and methods to sustain their garden practice. Refreshments will be provided. Thursday, April 26th from 6-8 pm @ Rural Action Kuhre Center (9030 Hocking Hills Drive, The Plains) Check for updates on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/500074220389491/
Find out more »NAMI Speaker Series featuring Amy Gamble an Olympian’s Journey with Mental Illness
NAMI Speaker Series at the Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, Ohio Bipolar Disorder – formerly called Manic Depression – affects between 2 percent and 4 percent of the U.S. population. Featuring mood fluctuations from periods of deep depression and normality to wild mania (disconnected and very fast (racing) thoughts, grandiose beliefs, inappropriate elation or euphoria, wild spending sprees), it disrupts and frequently destroys the victim’s life. Yet, in spite of her disorder, Ms. Gamble has gone on to…
Find out more »A Synthesis of Hyacinths and Biscuits: Mixed Media Collage
A solo exhibition of works by Kate Fetterolf Paper Circle: Southeast Ohio’s Center for Paper and Book Arts is pleased to present A Synthesis of Hyacinths and Biscuits: Mixed Media Collage.
Find out more »Princess Ivy’s Adventure
Princess Ivy needs your help on her next adventure piecing together clues while exploring The Castle. Join the Princess for tea and treats with some very special entertainment. Prince & princess attire encouraged.
Find out more »The Birth Circle Pregnancy & Baby Fair
The Birth Circle invites area families to meet healthcare professionals, midwives, doulas, childcare providers, and service agencies while shopping for local products and national brands. We’ll have dozens of vendors with essential goods for the childbearing years, children's activities, as well as information about local services. This event is FREE and open to the public. This will be a fun-filled day of building community and exploring local pregnancy, baby, and family resources.
Find out more »Hocking College Football Spring Game and Community Luncheon
Hocking College Football is hosting their Spring Game & Community Luncheon on Saturday, April 28 at 12PM at Polley Field in Nelsonville. Come watch the game while enjoying free food and a live DJ! Guests are asked to bring one canned food item for the cost of admission.
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