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Registration is OPEN for Winter Session at The Dairy Barn Arts Center!
The Dairy Barn has opened registration for Winter Session classes and workshops in Pottery, Glass, Painting, Drawing, and Fiber... just to name a few. Classes/Workshops have different start and end dates, so head over to our registration webpage or dairybarn.org and search under the Education tab for our current course catalog, or call (740) 592-4981,... Read More
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
Athens County Humane Society Adoption Event
Athens County Humane Society Adoption Event
Adoption Event at Friendly Paws Pet Supplies & Grooming. Come meet lots of Athens County Humane Society kittens and get some cuddles. All are welcome even if not currently planning to adopt. Fill out adoption application online to be pre-approved. Adoption fee is $150 for fully vetted kitties. Tested, altered and parasite treated. Typically double... Read More
6 events,
The Hidden Cost of Entrepreneurship
The Hidden Cost of Entrepreneurship
Donʼt let compliance issues threaten your success—be proactive and stay informed! Join us for The Hidden Cost of Entrepreneurship, a free hybrid in-person/virtual session with the Ohio Department of Development Minority Business Assistance Center on how failing to comply with important regulations can end up costing you more than just money—it could jeopardize your entire... 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
Climbing Together: Relational Morality and Meaningful Action in Intercultural Community Engagement
Climbing Together: Relational Morality and Meaningful Action in Intercultural Community Engagement
Interactive dialogue in partnership with The Tandana Foundation Anna Taft, Founding Director Moussa Tembine, Mali Country Director Housseyni Pamateck, Mali Program Manager Scholars and commentators have noted the frequent inefficacy of “development,” and criticized the power relations it entrenches. Aware of these problems, some North Americans choose to disengage from transnational work. But the reality... Read More
2 events,
Paper Circle Origami Night with Little Professor
Paper Circle Origami Night with Little Professor
Paper Circle will be hosting an origami night on Dec. 4th from 4 to 6 p.m. at Little Professor Book Center in Athens. This fun, hands-on event is perfect for all ages. Come learn the art of paper folding. All materials are provided, so just bring your imagination! No experience necessary – we’ll guide you... Read More
5 events,
Open Meditation
Open Meditation
Thursdays in December, join a small group for quiet meditation. Join us from noon to almost 1:00 at Serenity Roots Yoga and Wellness Center on Lavelle Rd. We will start with 20 minutes of quiet sitting (chairs and floor cushions provided) then we have the option of some walking meditation around the room, followed by... Read More
ACEnet Holiday Open House
ACEnet Holiday Open House
ACEnet’s Holiday Open House returns Thursday December 5th, 5pm-8pm! We’re transforming our Food Ventures Center into a festive marketplace! This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to enjoy some local food, wine & coffee, and local holiday shopping with our ACEnet clients. This is a FREE event. Come celebrate with us and learn more about what ACEnet... 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,
Christmas Movie Night
Christmas Movie Night
Come join us for some holiday fun! Wear your pajamas, grab a cup of hot cocoa and a bag of popcorn and watch this Christmas classic. There will be face painting, holiday card decorating, and a photo booth. Admission cost is a donation to the Alexander Inclusive Playground Project. This is open to all families... Read More
Holiday Bingo Fundraiser
Holiday Bingo Fundraiser
Come join us for a fun Holiday Bingo fundraiser event at the Athens Community Center on Dec 6th from 6pm-8pm.Play Bingo with your friends and family and win special gifts and prizes and enter raffles! Enjoy yummy baked goods and browse our holiday pet crafts.We hope to see you there!Link to get tickets at - athenshumane.org/events
ABC Players Jr. present ‘Alice in Wonderland JR.’
ABC Players Jr. present ‘Alice in Wonderland JR.’
Join ABC Players Jr. for a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole in Alice in Wonderland JR. at the historic Stuart’s Opera House from Dec. 6-8. The Friday, Dec. 6 performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. There will be two performances on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and a matinee... Read More
8 events,
Day in the Life
Day in the Life
Good Works began providing shelter, care and community to adults and children who experience homelessness in 1981. The purpose of DAY IN THE LIFE is to provide an educational experience to adults and children to enlarge our perspective and replenish our compassion for those who experience poverty and struggle to navigate homelessness in our community.... Read More
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Fall Farmers Market at Weasel Boy Brewing! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, artisan soap, handmade craft items, and more!
ACMS Fall Recitals
ACMS Fall Recitals
The Athens Community Music School invites you to our 2024 Fall Recitals at noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m.! Ask your favorite ACMS student when they will be performing. These recitals are free and open to the public. Donations for the Athens Community Music School Scholarship Fund will be gratefully accepted.
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
ABC Players Jr. present ‘Alice in Wonderland JR.’
ABC Players Jr. present ‘Alice in Wonderland JR.’
Join ABC Players Jr. for a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole in Alice in Wonderland JR. at the historic Stuart’s Opera House from Dec. 6-8. The Friday, Dec. 6 performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. There will be two performances on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and a matinee... Read More
A Cappella Christmas concert
A Cappella Christmas concert
Two local a cappella choral ensembles, the all-female River Magic Chorus from Huntington, WV and the all-male Eastern Kentucky Harmonic Order from Ashland, KY will perform a joint Christmas concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 8 in the Ohio University Southern Riffe Rotunda. Admission is $15 and can be paid with cash or check... Read More
4 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
‘A Christmas Carol’ – Onstage National Tour
‘A Christmas Carol’ – Onstage National Tour
A powerful story of redemption, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” has enchanted audiences the world over with its simple message of Holiday joy. Ebenezer Scrooge, that most unrepentant and miserly of fellows, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own life: Jacob Marley... Read More
Brass Band of the Tri-State annual Christmas concert
Brass Band of the Tri-State annual Christmas concert
The Brass Band of the Tri-State, under the direction of Dr. Michael Stroeher, who is also Professor of Low Brass at Marshall University, will present its annual free Christmas concert on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the Smith Music Hall Recital Hall at Marshall. Works to be performed include Christmas Fanfare, Only... Read More
3 events,
Open Meditation
Open Meditation
Thursdays in December, join a small group for quiet meditation. Join us from noon to almost 1:00 at Serenity Roots Yoga and Wellness Center on Lavelle Rd. We will start with 20 minutes of quiet sitting (chairs and floor cushions provided) then we have the option of some walking meditation around the room, followed by... Read More
Lyceum Luncheon Brown Bag Speaker Series – Peter Cultice on ‘The Founding of the Ohio Anti-Slavery Society in April 1835’
Lyceum Luncheon Brown Bag Speaker Series – Peter Cultice on ‘The Founding of the Ohio Anti-Slavery Society in April 1835’
The Southeast Ohio History Center is hosting its Lyceum Luncheon Brown Bag Speaker Series at noon on Thursday, December 12th. Peter Cultice, President of the Muskingum County History since 2018, will be speaking about The Founding of the Ohio Anti-Slavery Society in April, 1835. Cultice practiced law in Southeast Ohio for 30 years and serves... Read More
7 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Fall Farmers Market at Weasel Boy Brewing! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, artisan soap, handmade craft items, and more!
Factory Street Dance Studio
Factory Street Dance Studio
Athens, OH–Factory Street Studio (FSS) is excited to announce that the 2024 Winter Dance Celebration Concert will be on Friday, December 13th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 14th at 2:00pm at Ohio University’s Putnam Hall. FSS is a non-profit dance studio that started in 1978 that provides non-competitive dance education in Southeast Ohio, promoting... Read More
Merry Tubachristmas
Merry Tubachristmas
Musicians from all over the region will be gathering on Saturday, December 14 at the historic Ariel Opera House in Gallipolis, Ohio for the 12th annual Ariel Merry TubaChristmas. This 2 p.m. concert is part of a nationwide celebration of low brass music created by Harvey Phillips. Now in its 51st year, Merry TubaChristmas is... Read More
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 WINTER AVANT-GARDE ART & CRAFT SHOW
2024 COLUMBUS WINTER AVANT-GARDE ART & CRAFT SHOW
It's officially holiday shopping time! This 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 a full concessions stand on site provided by the venue. A portion of proceeds will benefit local non-profit,... Read More
Sensory-Friendly Holiday Concert
Sensory-Friendly Holiday Concert
This concert, sponsored by ABC Players, will be held at Stuart’s Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, OH, on Dec. 15 from 4:30 – 5:15, and features the OhioWinds woodwind sextet. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a crew of elves will be on hand to lead sing-along numbers. Seating is limited. Make reservations by visiting https://stuartsoperahouse.org/events/a-sensory-friendly-holiday-concert/... Read More
3 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
‘A Christmas Carol’ – Onstage National Tour
‘A Christmas Carol’ – Onstage National Tour
A powerful story of redemption, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” has enchanted audiences the world over with its simple message of Holiday joy. Ebenezer Scrooge, that most unrepentant and miserly of fellows, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own life: Jacob Marley... Read More
3 events,
Open Meditation
Open Meditation
Thursdays in December, join a small group for quiet meditation. Join us from noon to almost 1:00 at Serenity Roots Yoga and Wellness Center on Lavelle Rd. We will start with 20 minutes of quiet sitting (chairs and floor cushions provided) then we have the option of some walking meditation around the room, followed by... Read More
Family Support Group
Family Support Group
In-Person Support group for family members and loved ones of those experiencing mental health conditions.
2 events,
A Night of Holiday Carols and Music
A Night of Holiday Carols and Music
Please join us for our annual celebration of the holiday season. It will be an evening of family and friends singing their favorite holiday tunees that everyone can sing along to (lyrics provided)!
4 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Plan to join us for the Fall Farmers Market at Weasel Boy Brewing! Look for a variety of seasonal produce, pasture raised meat, baked goods, eggs, local honey, artisan soap, handmade craft items, and more!
Paper Circle Christmas Sale
Paper Circle Christmas Sale
Join us for a festive holiday pop-up on December 21st from 11 AM to 1 PM at Little Professor Book Center! It’s perfect to find last-minute Christmas gifts with unique paper goods, handmade creations, and more. Enjoy free cookies as you shop, and get into the holiday spirit with a free origami lesson to take home... 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.
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
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
Greater Huntington Symphonic and Jazz Bands Christmas Concert
Greater Huntington Symphonic and Jazz Bands Christmas Concert
The Greater Huntington Symphonic and Jazz Bands will perform their annual free Christmas concert on Sunday, December 22 at 4:00 p.m. in the Spring Valley High School auditorium. The jazz band is directed by Mr. Tom Chaffin and the symphonic band is directed by Mr. Matt Chaffins. The symphonic band consists of approximately 50 members... 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,
Open Meditation
Open Meditation
Thursdays in December, join a small group for quiet meditation. Join us from noon to almost 1:00 at Serenity Roots Yoga and Wellness Center on Lavelle Rd. We will start with 20 minutes of quiet sitting (chairs and floor cushions provided) then we have the option of some walking meditation around the room, followed by... Read More
2 events,
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
5 events,
Glass Town Countdown
To celebrate the importance of glass in Lancaster’s history, the community creates a beautiful piece of glass art throughout the year and comes together for a fun party on New Year’s Eve! Enjoy the free, family-friendly street party at Zane Square in downtown Lancaster where you can explore local shops and restaurants. Drink delicious hot... Read More
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
2 events,
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
2 events,
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.