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Registration is OPEN for Fall Session at The Dairy Barn Arts Center
Sign up today for Adult and Youth Classes & Workshops in Pottery, Glass, Painting, Drawing, and more! Youth Scholarships are available!
Buddhist Meditation
Buddhist Meditation
Each Sunday morning, Athens KTC Buddhist Center meets for meditation in the large yoga studio building at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center located at 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens, Ohio. We have a rotating schedule of events through out the month. Please see our website for a current description of what type of meditation we... Read More
4 events,
OhioHealth UpBEAT Nutrition As We Age: Brain Food for Thought — Foods that Support Cognitive Health
OhioHealth UpBEAT Nutrition As We Age: Brain Food for Thought — Foods that Support Cognitive Health
In this presentation we will explore the powerful connection between the food we eat and how our brain functions. Dietetic interns from Ohio University will dive into the topic of nutrition for brain health, focusing on the essential nutrients that support brain health. A cooking demonstration will also be included. In person and virtual attendance... Read More
Community Group Run/Walk
Community Group Run/Walk
Weekly community group runs for runners and walkers of all abilities take place every Tuesday at 6:00pm at Ohio Valley Running Company (20 Station Street in Athens). Runs take place on the bikepath, so you have the opportunity to go as short or as long as you'd like. Masks are not required during the run,... Read More
Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night
Songwriters, poets, writers, and musicians are all welcome to come perform in the grand lobby on the first Tuesday of every month from 7pm-9pm! Each performer will have a fifteen minute slot to share their talents in a low-stakes, supportive environment.
6 events,
Open Play at The Nest
Open Play at The Nest
It's playtime at The Nest! Break the routine, get out of the house and come let your little ones play in a fresh space while you get to talk with other grown-ups for awhile! Come and go as you please anytime during our open play hours. Toys and activities are geared towards babies and toddlers... Read More
Athens Area Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
Athens Area Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
If you are in need of support because of a pregnancy loss or the loss of your child, you are welcome to join us in person every first Thursday of the month for this support group. These meetings are free, welcoming, hopeful, and honoring. All family members, such as grandparents, siblings, aunts, and uncles, as... Read More
Tiny Museum Concert featuring Rylee Bapst
Tiny Museum Concert featuring Rylee Bapst
The Cannabis Museum Tiny Concert Series presents Rylee Bapst. Bapst is a fine musician, guitar player, singer, writer from the Cincinnati area. Colin Richards opens.
5 events,
Paralympics Watch Party
Paralympics Watch Party
Join Southeastern Ohio Center for Independent Living (SOCIL) for a Paralympic Watch Party on Friday, September 6th from Noon to 2:00pm at BW3 in Athens. Come cheer on the USA!
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free hot meal provided by the community of Good Works every Friday night. Dinner starts at 5:15 p.m. with announcements. There is additional “take-home” food provided after the meal. For more information, give us a call (740.594.3339) or send us an email (email@good-works.net).
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun game that is growing fast. Open to anyone with a disability ages 8 and up. This is a weekly recreational league. Free to play. Weekly, starting Friday, September 6th through Friday, November 22nd from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at the Athens Community Center. If you have any questions, contact Jeff... Read More
4 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Summer Farmers Market at Adornetto's! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, syrup, plants for the garden, handmade craft items, and plenty more!
CATHOLIC LADIES OF COLUMBIA ICE CREAM SOCIAL
CATHOLIC LADIES OF COLUMBIA ICE CREAM SOCIAL
The Ladies will be offering an a la carte food menu, Larry’s Dawg House Premium Ice Cream, homemade assorted pies, cake walks throughout the event. A silent auction that will feature 15 packages offering various experiences, overnight stays, Joe Burrow signed items, Taste of Athens basket, and more. Everyone is invited to join us for... Read More
The Mothing Zone
The Mothing Zone
Join us at Butterfly Ridge in the Hocking Hills for an education filled night about the moths of southeast Ohio. We normally document over 100 species during our Mothing Zone evenings! This event is sponsored by the non-profit Polygonia Foundation. Rain cancels. The Mothing Zone does NOT take place the first Saturday of the month.
2 events,
Buddhist Meditation
Buddhist Meditation
Each Sunday morning, Athens KTC Buddhist Center meets for meditation in the large yoga studio building at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center located at 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens, Ohio. We have a rotating schedule of events through out the month. Please see our website for a current description of what type of meditation we... Read More
2 events,
Community Group Run/Walk
Community Group Run/Walk
Weekly community group runs for runners and walkers of all abilities take place every Tuesday at 6:00pm at Ohio Valley Running Company (20 Station Street in Athens). Runs take place on the bikepath, so you have the opportunity to go as short or as long as you'd like. Masks are not required during the run,... Read More
2 events,
Creekside Concerts: Dean Johnson
Creekside Concerts: Dean Johnson
Dean’s gentle and passionate approach to songwriting has inspired many, and his work provides the listener the opportunity to believe once more that a song can be more than the sum of its parts. If you catch even a phrase of his melodies or the sobering tone of his voice, it waltzes its way into... Read More
4 events,
Cannabis Museum Participates in Ohio Open Doors
Cannabis Museum Participates in Ohio Open Doors
Visitors can discover Ohio’s amazing heritage Friday, Sept. 6, through Sunday, Sept. 15, as historic buildings and fascinating places across the state open their doors for tours and events as part of the Ohio History Connection’s annual event. Admission to all Ohio Open Doors events is free. A list of the statewide events and activities... Read More
Cannabis Museum Open House & Tea Party
Cannabis Museum Open House & Tea Party
As part of Ohio’s Open Doors, a program of the Ohio History Connection, the Cannabis Museum will host an free Open House on Thursday, September 12th from noon until 7:00 and Tea Party from 4:20-7:00. We will have tours of the museum, demonstrations of hemp and flax processing, spinning, and ropemaking. Our Tea Party special... Read More
Open Play at The Nest
Open Play at The Nest
It's playtime at The Nest! Break the routine, get out of the house and come let your little ones play in a fresh space while you get to talk with other grown-ups for awhile! Come and go as you please anytime during our open play hours. Toys and activities are geared towards babies and toddlers... Read More
4 events,
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free hot meal provided by the community of Good Works every Friday night. Dinner starts at 5:15 p.m. with announcements. There is additional “take-home” food provided after the meal. For more information, give us a call (740.594.3339) or send us an email (email@good-works.net).
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun game that is growing fast. Open to anyone with a disability ages 8 and up. This is a weekly recreational league. Free to play. Weekly, starting Friday, September 6th through Friday, November 22nd from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at the Athens Community Center. If you have any questions, contact Jeff... Read More
The Dairy Barn’s Art Auction
The Dairy Barn’s Art Auction
Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening at the Dairy Barn’s Art Auction! Excitement is building as we prepare for the Dairy Barn’s Art Auction, and we’re thrilled to share some enticing details with our community! While the live auction unfolds, indulge in our specially crafted signature cocktails—the Bees Knees and a Paw Paw Old... Read More
4 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Summer Farmers Market at Adornetto's! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, syrup, plants for the garden, handmade craft items, and plenty more!
Asian Vegetable Workshop
Asian Vegetable Workshop
Rural Action, in collaboration with the Athens Asian American Alliance is excited to offer a hands-on workshop on growing and preparing locally sourced Asian vegetables. This engaging event will include a cooking demonstration, participant workshop, tasting session, and gardening presentation during which participants will discover the unique flavors and benefits of vegetables traditional to Asian dishes. AAAA... Read More
The Mothing Zone
The Mothing Zone
Join us at Butterfly Ridge in the Hocking Hills for an education filled night about the moths of southeast Ohio. We normally document over 100 species during our Mothing Zone evenings! This event is sponsored by the non-profit Polygonia Foundation. Rain cancels. The Mothing Zone does NOT take place the first Saturday of the month.
2 events,
Buddhist Meditation
Buddhist Meditation
Each Sunday morning, Athens KTC Buddhist Center meets for meditation in the large yoga studio building at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center located at 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens, Ohio. We have a rotating schedule of events through out the month. Please see our website for a current description of what type of meditation we... Read More
2 events,
Community Group Run/Walk
Community Group Run/Walk
Weekly community group runs for runners and walkers of all abilities take place every Tuesday at 6:00pm at Ohio Valley Running Company (20 Station Street in Athens). Runs take place on the bikepath, so you have the opportunity to go as short or as long as you'd like. Masks are not required during the run,... Read More
2 events,
Be Prepared!
Be Prepared!
September is National Preparedness Month. The Theme for 2024 is “Start a conversation”. The Vinton County Emergency Management Agency and the Vinton County Development Department are doing that by holding an information session for local businesses about cybersecurity and emergency planning on Wednesday, September 18 from 6-8 at 205 S. Market St. Seating is limited,... Read More
6 events,
Lyceum Luncheon Speaker Series – The Clash at Sunday Creek: Rum, Romanism, and Rebellion
Lyceum Luncheon Speaker Series – The Clash at Sunday Creek: Rum, Romanism, and Rebellion
Lyceum Luncheon Speaker Series – The Clash at Sunday Creek: Rum, Romanism, and Rebellion The Southeast Ohio History Center Lyceum Speaker Series presents a program on the some of the unrest in the Hocking Valley Coal Fields on Thursday, September 19th at noon at 24 West State Street in Athens, Ohio. Jobie Seimer, former Green... Read More
Open Play at The Nest
Open Play at The Nest
It's playtime at The Nest! Break the routine, get out of the house and come let your little ones play in a fresh space while you get to talk with other grown-ups for awhile! Come and go as you please anytime during our open play hours. Toys and activities are geared towards babies and toddlers... Read More
Family Support Group
Family Support Group
In-Person Support group for family members and loved ones of those experiencing mental health conditions.
3 events,
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free hot meal provided by the community of Good Works every Friday night. Dinner starts at 5:15 p.m. with announcements. There is additional “take-home” food provided after the meal. For more information, give us a call (740.594.3339) or send us an email (email@good-works.net).
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun game that is growing fast. Open to anyone with a disability ages 8 and up. This is a weekly recreational league. Free to play. Weekly, starting Friday, September 6th through Friday, November 22nd from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at the Athens Community Center. If you have any questions, contact Jeff... Read More
5 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Summer Farmers Market at Adornetto's! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, syrup, plants for the garden, handmade craft items, and plenty more!
Kindred Pop-Up Flea Market
Kindred Pop-Up Flea Market
Discover unique treasures, handcrafted goods, vintage finds, and more as community members unite to reduce waste and support each other. Join us at Kindred Market on Saturday, September 21st, from 10 am to 4 pm. Whether you’re hunting for a one-of-a-kind item or just looking to practice sustainable shopping, this event offers something for everyone.... Read More
Meet the Brigade
Meet the Brigade
Reenactors of the Brigade of the American Revolution will demonstrate the skills, weaponry, and crafts of 18th century military life within the picket walls of Historic Fort Steuben, a fully reconstructed fort on its original site overlooking the Ohio River.
4 events,
Buddhist Meditation
Buddhist Meditation
Each Sunday morning, Athens KTC Buddhist Center meets for meditation in the large yoga studio building at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center located at 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens, Ohio. We have a rotating schedule of events through out the month. Please see our website for a current description of what type of meditation we... Read More
2024 Columbus Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
2024 Columbus Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
Get in a fall state of mind at our first fall event for the year! This large show will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items at this beautiful venue! Admission is $3 to the public, children under 12 are free! This event will also have localy owned and operated Paddy Wagon food... Read More
Scottish Dance Class
Scottish Dance Class
All are welcome to join us for a beginner-friendly Scottish folk dance class. Scottish Country Dance is a social dance form a bit like contra, but with more footwork. The name of the game is fun! Who is this for: You! This class will be perfect if you've never danced before, if you're a pro... Read More
5 events,
Caregiver Support Group
Caregiver Support Group
Alzheimer's Association support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to: Develop a support system Exchange Practical information on challenges and possible solutions Talk through issues and ways of coping Share feelings, needs and concerns Learn about community resources Last Tuesday of Every Month... Read More
Glouster Genealogy and History Group
Glouster Genealogy and History Group
Spend the afternoon with others interested in genealogy and history, particularly in the Glouster and Trimble Township area. Held the last Tuesday of the month, at 4 pm, at the Glouster Public Library.
Community Group Run/Walk
Community Group Run/Walk
Weekly community group runs for runners and walkers of all abilities take place every Tuesday at 6:00pm at Ohio Valley Running Company (20 Station Street in Athens). Runs take place on the bikepath, so you have the opportunity to go as short or as long as you'd like. Masks are not required during the run,... Read More
3 events,
Homegrown Workshop Series, Fifth Event
Homegrown Workshop Series, Fifth Event
Come learn about how to home grow cannabis every step of the season with local experts in the field! Featuring Josh Corsier of Soiled Obsession, Matt Osler of Buckeye Clone Collective, Brad Lechler of Heartbeat Homestead and other guest TBA During the Fifth event you will be learning about the early Harvest stage of your... Read More
Sustainability Series: GREEN WARRIORS: CHILDREN OF LEAD with Dr. Michele Morrone
Sustainability Series: GREEN WARRIORS: CHILDREN OF LEAD with Dr. Michele Morrone
Though it has been outlawed as an additive in everyday consumer goods like gasoline, house paint, and plumbing materials, lead is still highly valued as a component for the manufacture of building materials, weapons, and batteries. Wherever lead is extracted, refined, or turned into essential products that keep economies moving, the element leaves a poisonous... Read More
3 events,
Open Play at The Nest
Open Play at The Nest
It's playtime at The Nest! Break the routine, get out of the house and come let your little ones play in a fresh space while you get to talk with other grown-ups for awhile! Come and go as you please anytime during our open play hours. Toys and activities are geared towards babies and toddlers... Read More
Athens Public Library Author Talk – Dr. Janice Collins: Books to Raise Consciousness
Athens Public Library Author Talk – Dr. Janice Collins: Books to Raise Consciousness
Our guest speaker is Dr. Janice Collins, a Kopenhaver Fellow and an Associate Professor at the E. W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University. She earned a Ph.D. in Communications from the Scripps College of Communications at Ohio University, specializing in Media Management and Critical Cultural Theory with an Associate Certification in Women's Studies. 250... Read More
3 events,
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free hot meal provided by the community of Good Works every Friday night. Dinner starts at 5:15 p.m. with announcements. There is additional “take-home” food provided after the meal. For more information, give us a call (740.594.3339) or send us an email (email@good-works.net).
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun game that is growing fast. Open to anyone with a disability ages 8 and up. This is a weekly recreational league. Free to play. Weekly, starting Friday, September 6th through Friday, November 22nd from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at the Athens Community Center. If you have any questions, contact Jeff... Read More
5 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Summer Farmers Market at Adornetto's! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, syrup, plants for the garden, handmade craft items, and plenty more!
Know Your Ballot, Plan Your Vote
Know Your Ballot, Plan Your Vote
On Saturday, September 28, the Muskingum County Library in downtown Zanesville (220 N. Fifth Street) will host a candidates’ forum in the lower-level auditorium. Doors will open at noon for the public to have a chance to view literature tables with information from the candidates, issues, and both parties as well as information about voting... Read More
Guitar Summit with Audie Wykle & Friends
Guitar Summit with Audie Wykle & Friends
The Bowen House is pleased to have local guitar talent, Audie Wykle and friends for an evening of finger-style guitar pickin'. Audie Wykle began playing guitar when he was 12 years old. Audie has toured with Nashville singer /songwriter Ken Mellons whose hits include “Jukebox Junkie”, “I Can Bring Her Back” and “Still They Call... Read More
2 events,
Buddhist Meditation
Buddhist Meditation
Each Sunday morning, Athens KTC Buddhist Center meets for meditation in the large yoga studio building at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center located at 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens, Ohio. We have a rotating schedule of events through out the month. Please see our website for a current description of what type of meditation we... Read More
4 events,
Open Play at The Nest
Open Play at The Nest
It's playtime at The Nest! Break the routine, get out of the house and come let your little ones play in a fresh space while you get to talk with other grown-ups for awhile! Come and go as you please anytime during our open play hours. Toys and activities are geared towards babies and toddlers... Read More
Candidate Forum for Athens County Treasurer
Candidate Forum for Athens County Treasurer
The League of Women Voters of Athens County will host a Candidate Forum for the Athens County Treasurer race on Thursday, October 3 at 6:30pm in the Athens Community Center. Candidates Dawn Deputy and Taylor Sappington will participate. The public is invited to attend this event, and pose questions for the candidates. Questions are also... Read More
Athens Area Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
Athens Area Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
If you are in need of support because of a pregnancy loss or the loss of your child, you are welcome to join us in person every first Thursday of the month for this support group. These meetings are free, welcoming, hopeful, and honoring. All family members, such as grandparents, siblings, aunts, and uncles, as... Read More
4 events,
Athens Area Stand Down
Athens Area Stand Down
Athens Area Stand Down is an annual event supplying resources for veterans and community members who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Find more information at https://www.athensareastanddown.org/
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free hot meal provided by the community of Good Works every Friday night. Dinner starts at 5:15 p.m. with announcements. There is additional “take-home” food provided after the meal. For more information, give us a call (740.594.3339) or send us an email (email@good-works.net).
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball
Adaptive Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun game that is growing fast. Open to anyone with a disability ages 8 and up. This is a weekly recreational league. Free to play. Weekly, starting Friday, September 6th through Friday, November 22nd from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at the Athens Community Center. If you have any questions, contact Jeff... Read More
6 events,
Women’s Empowerment and Self Defense Retreat
Women’s Empowerment and Self Defense Retreat
Lavender Ranch invites you to a powerful day-long retreat focused on women’s empowerment and self-defense. This retreat is designed to equip women with the skills and confidence needed to protect themselves and enhance their personal safety. October marks the beginning of what is often recognized as domestic violence awareness month. In recognition of this critical... Read More
Paint A Pumpkin Day & Closing Finale
Paint A Pumpkin Day & Closing Finale
Saturday, October 5, is the final day of the 2024 MSPIB Farmers Market season. Make sure to use your 2024 Scioto Bucks and Healthy Bucks Voucher Cards by noon on October 5 when they expire! October 5 is also Paint A Pumpkin Day at the market. Bring your creativity because children and families are invited... Read More
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Summer Farmers Market at Adornetto's! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, syrup, plants for the garden, handmade craft items, and plenty more!