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#A176 Modern Portraiture
Unlock the secrets of portrait painting with teaching artist, Alexandra Valentino on Wednesdays (June 22-August 11) from 5:00pm-7:30pm. Students will learn unique methods and techniques and will fully develop a 18” x 20” portrait in oil of a person of their choosing.
Find out more »#A177 Altered Books
Focus on the book as object can be almost an act of rebellion in contemporary times. In this course , with Hillary Gattian (Tuesdays June 28-August 16 from 5:30pm-7:30pm), participants will use the underlying information and imagery found in uniquely chosen secondhand books as both inspiration and a ready surface on which to make new... Read More
Find out more »#A178 Mixed Media Embroidery
Join Hillary Gattian on Thursdays (June 30-August 18) from 5:30pm-7:30pm for a new look at a traditional art form. Embroidery, once thought of as strictly utilitarian, has made a resurgence in the 21st century as an accessible, meditative art form offering the artist a mode of relaxation and disconnection from the digital world. In this... Read More
Find out more »#B323 Painting Open Studio Workshop (Saturday, July 23, 2022)
Join Dairy Barn Teaching Artist, Erica Magnus, for a long-form, instructor-assisted Open Studio painting experience on Saturday, July 23. Beginners and those with more experience are all welcome. Bring your own canvases, oil paints or acrylics, paint rags, brushes and odorless turpenoid (for oils). Work tables, table easels and other related materials will be provided... Read More
Find out more »#B324 Painting Open Studio Workshop (Saturday)
Join Dairy Barn Teaching Artist, Erica Magnus, for a long-form, instructor-assisted Open Studio painting experience on Saturday, July 30 from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Beginners and those with more experience are all welcome. Bring your own canvases, oil paints or acrylics, paint rags, brushes and odorless turpenoid (for oils). Work tables, table easels and other related materials will... Read More
Find out more »#A175 Intro to Pottery I
Join Quinn Schmalenberg on Thursdays, June 23- August 11 from 5:30pm-7:30pm for Pottery I. This class is a great opportunity to start your journey into functional ceramics. The potter’s wheel is a useful tool with a long history. In this class you will learn all the fundamentals of throwing pottery, from preparing the clay to... Read More
Find out more »Summer at the Library: Back in Person!
For the first time ever, the Athens County Public Libraries are hosting free summer programs and challenges for kids, teens, AND adults during June and July--and this year, programs return to being in person. Some virtual and take-and-make programs will also be offered. Pick up a summer program schedule at any library location, or visit... Read More
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Ukraine Fundraiser Pops Concert
A free pops concert on Saturday, June 25 at 7 pm at Church of Epiphany, 193 Jefferson, Nelsonville will donate all free will offerings to Ukraine humanitarian needs. The acts will feature Jon Flowers, Annah Korpi, Willie Perkins, Rebecca Perkins and daughters and Tree-Lined Roads string ensemble. A reception will follow.
Find out more »2022 Young Leaders Nomination
The attorneys at Tittle & Perlmuter want to reward an individual from a younger generation for their strong leadership skills. If this sounds like someone you know, please nominate them for the Young Leaders Nomination here.
Find out more »ATHENS ART MARKET
Athens Art Market at the Farmers Market is presented by Athens Art Guild every Saturday 9am- noon April through December. You’ll find a varying array of local curated art including woodworking, pottery, paintings and prints, glassware, jewelry, fiber arts and furniture to name a few.
Find out more »10:00 am
Barbour Book Fair
The Barbour Book Fair will be a fun, family friendly event for the Summer. Barbour Publishing will be hosting the event in their front lawn and will be selling a wide variety of books at extremely low prices. Some books will reach as low as 50 cents! All proceeds from book sales at the event... Read More
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Layered and Stitched: 50 Years of Innovative Art
Layered and Stitched: 50 Years of Innovative Art is a retrospective showcase of 50 fine art quilts by renowned master artists. Seminal works show the evolution of the fine art quilt from the earliest pioneers creating during the 1960's through to today’s artists experimenting with new forms, new materials, and new digital technologies. Layered and... Read More
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June Business After Hours
Join the Athens Area Chamber for an evening of networking and community building on Wednesday, June 15, from 4-5:30pm at Hampton Inn by Hilton. While organized by the Chamber, this event is open to the public, so stop by and make some connections!
Find out more »5:00 pm
Plains Mounds Wisdom Keepers: Public Meeting
Open to all ages, this group is for sharing facts, legend, and lore of mound-related sites and cultures. The goal is to raise awareness and connection to the ancient woodland people by sharing their math, science, and knowledge that we learn from mound observation and artifacts. Have information about mounds? Sign up at the first... Read More
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How To Air BnB Training
Got extra space? House, Apartment, Cabin, Campers. If you have a space and you are ready to generate income from it, there's room for you in the airbnb market- especially in Eastern Kentucky. Participants will learn how to: Develop Airbnb listing, market their property, comply with local taxes and regulations, & connect with Local tourism... Read More
Find out more »How To Air BnB Training
Got extra space? House, Apartment, Cabin, Campers. If you have a space and you are ready to generate income from it, there's room for you in the airbnb market- especially in Eastern Kentucky. Participants will learn how to: Develop Airbnb listing, market their property, comply with local taxes and regulations, & connect with Local tourism... Read More
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Concert Under the Elms
Ohio University's College of Fine Arts presents Concert Under the Elms, back at OHIO's College Green on East Union Street in Athens on Wednesdays in June, starting on June 8 at 7 PM. For more information about each performance visit https://bit.ly/collegegreenconcerts
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