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Quilt Fest; A Celebration of Everything Fiber!
Saturday, August 31, 10 am – 6 pm Sunday, September 1, 10 am – 4 pm Sponsored by The Dairy Barn Arts Center in Collaboration with Athens Area Fiber Faire Featuring Admission to the fabulous Quilt National ‘19 Exhibitors from throughout Ohio and beyond Ready-to-purchase items from outstanding fiber artists Tools for use in your own... Read More
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Athens County Community Singers First Rehearsal
Athens County Community Singers First Rehearsal
News Release – New Rehearsal Location Starting September 4th, Athens County Community Singers, a Choir for All Voices (ACCS), and non-profit organization will begin rehearsals. Come join the choir! Rehearsals are at the following locations: Echoing Connections on Columbus Road (Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 10:15 am) NEW - Vicinity Ministries on Connett Road in... Read More
CHIP Info Session
CHIP Info Session
CHIP stands for Complete Health Improvement Program. The goal of CHIP is to lower blood cholesterol, hypertension, and blood sugar levels, as well as reduce excess weight, Whether you want to make gradual changes or are ready to make a leap toward better health, CHIP will provide you with the research, recipes, and support that... Read More
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Karaoke Beer and Cheese Incident
Karaoke Beer and Cheese Incident
This fundraiser for Planned Parenthood will include karaoke, awesome raffle baskets, and delicious cheese for all attendees. Jackie O's will have on tap two Limited Release Specialty Beers that they have made just for this event, and all proceeds from those beer sales, as well as all raffles, will go directly to Planned Parenthood of... Read More
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OHIO ANTIQUE POWER CLUB GATHERING
OHIO ANTIQUE POWER CLUB GATHERING SEPTEMBER 7 & 8, 2019 OHIO 519 BETWEEN U.S. 22 & NEW AHTENS, OHIO A gathering of agriculture, construction, Industrial, mining, military, logging, oil & gas, steam, and transportation history enthusiasts and machinery owners. All agriculture, construction, Industrial, mining, military, logging, oil & gas, steam, and transportation machinery and history... Read More
16th Annual Old Construction & Mining Equipment Show
16th Annual Old Construction & Mining Equipment Show September 7 & 8,, 2019 New Athens, Ohio. $3.00 Harrison Coal & Reclamation Historical Park grounds Ohio 519 between U.S. 22 and New Athens, Ohio. Just over one mile west of New Athens in Harrison County, Ohio. GPS users: 43672 Stumptown Rd Cadiz, Ohio. Show includes operating... Read More
What can The Birth Circle do for YOU!
What can The Birth Circle do for YOU!
Saturday, Sept. 7th, 2 pm at the Athens Public Library. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Meet our nonprofit's leaders, give us feedback, and learn how we enrich the Athens community. The Athens Birth Circle educates, supports, and empowers women and families as they journey through pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period,... Read More
ACMS 40th Anniversary Gala Concert
ACMS 40th Anniversary Gala Concert
Join Athens Community Music School Faculty and Friends as we celebrate 40 years of music instruction in the Athens community!
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Understanding the Environment
Understanding the Environment
Join the Patton College of Education and the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery in an exciting FREE family event: “Understanding the Environment!” on September 8th, 12-2pm at the Athens Community Center. Visit STEAM stations designed and staffed by Ohio University faculty, graduate students, and OVMoD staff and volunteers. Stations are geared for kids ages 5+... Read More
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September Book Sale Begins
The Jackson City Library will have their annual September book sale during the Jackson County Apple Festival. September 9th thru 21st. All books will be sold by donations.
CHIP Info Session
CHIP Info Session
CHIP stands for Complete Health Improvement Program. The goal of CHIP is to lower blood cholesterol, hypertension, and blood sugar levels, as well as reduce excess weight. Whether you want to make gradual changes or are ready to make a leap toward better health, CHIP will provide you with the research, recipes, and support that... Read More
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CHIP Info Session
CHIP Info Session
CHIP stands for Complete Health Improvement Program. The goal of CHIP is to lower blood cholesterol, hypertension, and blood sugar levels, as well as reduce excess weight. Whether you want to make gradual changes or are ready to make a leap toward better health, CHIP will provide you with the research, recipes, and support that... Read More
Family Walks
Family Walks
Family Walks Wednesday, September 11th Meet outside the Athens library for a walk on the bike path 6-7 pm Join Birth Circle board member Rebecca and her family for a casual stroller walk on the bike path. A great chance to meet new parents, socialize, and get a little fresh air!
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Concert | Two by Two
Concert | Two by Two
Concert | In association with the Southeastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra Ohio Bluegrass Traditions performed by Two by Two, 6:30 pm Pre-Performance Talk, 6 pm Additional Information: Thursday, September 12, 6:00–7:30 pm, in the atrium. Free and open to the public. For more information please call (740) 452-0741.
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Fairfield County Covered Bridge Festival
Join us for the inaugural Covered Bridge Festival in Lancaster’s beautiful Alley Park! This FREE festival features two days of live music and family-friendly activities. Explore one of the county’s most iconic covered bridges and take a stroll through one of the region’s most picturesque sites. Hear great bands like Bad Influence, Harley Quinn Band,... Read More
Friends of the Athens Public Library Used Book Sale
Friends of the Athens Public Library Used Book Sale
Browse a large selection of fiction and nonfiction titles including children’s, art books, classics and a surprise collection. And do not miss our Treasure’s table~ Also CDs and DVDs. Most items are 3 for $1.00 with newer and specialty items starting at $1.00. All proceeds support Athens County Public Library activities. Bring your own bag... Read More
Philo-Duncan Falls VFW Post 10275 Chicken Roast
Philo-Duncan Falls VFW Post 10275 Chicken Roast
You get 1/2 chicken, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, Roll, Desert, and Drink for $9.00, to support our local Veterans and our Community. Will be at Wayne Township Hall in Duncan Falls from noon till sold out
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Art on Tap | Social Creativity Hour
Art on Tap | Social Creativity Hour
Tap into your inner artist with the ZMA at Weasel Boy Brewing Company. Join local artist, Carrie Turner, the third Tuesday of the month for a unique art-making experience each night and enjoy an evening of fine craft beer, wine, great food, and creative company. Welcome in the Fall with this beautiful leaf art project.... Read More
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Dog Swim
OU Women’s Club Fall Kick-Off and Membership Drive
OU Women’s Club Fall Kick-Off and Membership Drive
Please join us for drinks and appetizers as we celebrate the annual Kick Off of the OU Women's Club. We will be in the Friends of the Library room from 5-7:30PM for a casual mix and mingle. We hope to see all of our current members there and meet potential new members as well! If... Read More
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Pop-up Fun Day Presents 10 Million Steps
Pop-up Fun Day Presents 10 Million Steps
An Integrate Athens Pop-Up Fun Day Community Walk for the “Ohio Department on Aging-10 Million Steps to Prevent Falls” Everyone in the Athens Community are welcome to attend!! Thursday, September 19, 9:30-11:30 am West State Street Park--(by the ball fields) Wear your walking shoes, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen! The walk is one mile. Contact: Leslie... Read More
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Global Climate Strike-Athens
Global Climate Strike-Athens
Unplug, disrupt, divest, and focus on people power! People and organizations around Athens fighting climate change with action will connect with others who care, to share ideas and strategies. Bring a bike, a blank t-shirt, a shovel, and a handful of spare change (if you want to, for a fun donation game) and something to... Read More
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Superhero 5k, Vol. VI
Superhero 5k, Vol. VI
The Superhero 5k, Vol. VI is a wacky, fun-filled 5k for a great cause! The Superhero 5k features costumed runners, a course full of superhero favorites and maybe even a villain or 2 to chase through the course. Before the race, participants and spectators can enjoy snacks, games, music and more. This years Superhero 5k... Read More
Clean Energy Expo
Clean Energy Expo
Rural Action Sustainable Energy Solutions will facilitate an "Exploring Energy" Workshop. Participants will learn about how energy efficiency and renewable energy work with hands-on activities and interactive displays. Free weatherization items including LED light bulbs, weatherization stripping, power strips and solar lanterns will be distributed to participants. This is a free event, registration required for workshop. ... Read More
Rendville Emancipation Day 2019
Rendville Emancipation Day 2019
Celebrating Diversity with history, music, art, and a potluck lunch. It’s the annual Rendville reunion of those who grew up in this unique town - and all who celebrate diversity in 2019! This year's event honors residents Ted & Corlyn Altier… In 1997 Corlyn, Ted, and her Mom, Elizabeth Speake, purchased 3 pieces of property,... Read More
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United Plant Savers 25th Anniversary
United Plant Savers 25th Anniversary
We can’t wait to celebrate with our members the monumental accomplishment that is the completion of the new Center for Medicinal Plant Conservation. Please join us! HERB WALKS • ART • MUSIC Dinner included and provided by Purple Chopstix Steven Foster will speak about the dedication of the Center to Jim and Peggy Duke, and... Read More
Vinton County Air Show
Vinton County Air Show
The 49th Annual Vinton County Air Show is officially on schedule for Sunday, September 22, 2019 from 11am-5pm. Air show starts at 1pm. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, including our famous BBQ Chicken dinners! Donation of $10 per vehicle is appreciated! We hope to see you there!
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An Evening with Bruce Cockburn
An Evening with Bruce Cockburn
We are excited to welcome back one of our favorite performers, join us for An Evening with Bruce Cockburn on September 23rd! Few recording artists are as creative and prolific as Bruce Cockburn. Since his self-titled debut in 1970, the Canadian singer-songwriter has issued a steady stream of acclaimed albums every couple of years. But... Read More
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Athens Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Athens Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Join us on Saturday, September 28 at the Athens Community Center for the Alzheimer's Association's Walk to End Alzheimer’s®! This is our largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease! To register... Read More
Whole Farm Planning Workshop
Whole Farm Planning Workshop
Woodland Ridge Farm & Learning Center is working with Rural Action to hold a Whole Farm Planning workshop on Sept. 28. The workshop will show participants how Whole Farm Planning can tie together planning for traditionally separate areas while also encouraging new and existing agribusiness ventures to create new sources of income. Topics at... Read More
Steampunk Spectacle VII: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Steampunk Spectacle VII: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Stop in to enjoy this annual free community celebration for all ages, which takes its 2019 inspiration from Jules Verne’s novel on underground exploration! What to expect: -Science and costume craft workshops (registration required) -Land navigation and code-breaking programs -Presentations on the secret geology of caverns and volcanoes (and Iceland!) -Local puppetry troupe Twig Theatre... Read More
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Local Symphony Celebrates Marietta’s Music
Local Symphony Celebrates Marietta’s Music
MARIETTA – Get ready for great orchestral pops music, this time with a Marietta twist. The River Cities Symphony brings the tunes and talent you know and love to a great local venue. Selections include Hoagy Carmichael’s “Stardust”, Rogers & Hammerstein’s “Carousel”, “No, No, Nannette”, and Hamlish’s “The Way We Were”. Maestro Turizziani has even... Read More
Village Productions Potluck
Village Productions Potluck
SAVE THE DATE!!!! Sunday, September 29. Community Potluck and annual meeting in our newly renovated first floor. Bring your dish to share. Meeting at 5, dinner at 5:30. Beer, root beer and root beer floats will be sold. Dine on Roxanne's delicious chicken chili. 50/50 drawing and music!
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Pelvic Floor: It’s so much more!
Pelvic Floor: It’s so much more!
You’ve asked, ladies, and here it is. Let’s move beyond being resigned to wearing panty liners, running to the bathroom, “going” when we don’t have to go and painful sex…we are going to do something about this. Pause the kegels, we are going to show you another way. This workshop is focused on not only pelvic floor health... Read More
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Minority Business Assistant Center Program
Minority Business Assistant Center Program
This workshop is meant to help business owners become certified and learn about upcoming bids in your area.
Federal Hocking School Board & Rome Township Trustee Candidates Night
Federal Hocking School Board & Rome Township Trustee Candidates Night
The League of Women Voters of Athens County invites the public to meet with candidates for Federal Hocking School Board & Rome Township Trustee at the Federal Hocking High School Library at 6:30pm on October 1, 2019. Candidates will give five minute opening statements, and then rotate among audience tables for informal question and answer... Read More
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Baileys, Brews & Blues – Baileys Trail System Update and Social
Baileys, Brews & Blues – Baileys Trail System Update and Social
Coming soon: a world-class mountain biking and recreation experience in Athens County, Ohio! Join us at Eclipse Company Store on October 2 at 6:00PM to hear the latest news about the start of trail building and the plans for the future of the Baileys Trail System and outdoor recreation in Athens County, Ohio. Event Schedule... Read More
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Autumn Fires
Come join us at Wisteria, nestled in the hills half an hour from Athens, for three days of fun. Autumn Fires celebrates the changing of the seasons with bonfires, local music, feasting, drumming, activities, and ceremonies. Highlights of the event include pumpkin carving, pit kiln clay making, Stone Soup potluck, nightly bonfires at Paw Paw... Read More
Athens City Council Candidates Forum
Athens City Council Candidates Forum
Come hear candidates for at-large positions on the Athens City Council participate in a Candidates Forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Athens County. Candidates will give opening statements, and then respond to written questions from the audience. Moderator: Ellsworth Holden.
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Yard Sale for Scholarships
Yard Sale for Scholarships
P.E.O. Chapter G of Athens will be having a yard sale Friday, October 4 from 8:00 - 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 5 from 8:00 - 2:00 p.m. at 11711 Channingway Blvd., The Plains. All proceeds will go to P.E.O. scholarships, grants, awards and loans for women. P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational organization of women, by... Read More
Fragments of Memory by Sharmon Davidson Opens
Fragments of Memory by Sharmon Davidson Opens
The Chaddock Morrow Gallery is proud to present, Fragments of Memory by Sharmon Davidson. October 4-October 27, 2019 12-5 p.m. Closed Sundays & Mondays Opening Reception October 4, 2019 FREE ADMISSION Sharmon Davidson is a contemporary mixed media artist who uses colorful, dreamlike, nature-inspired imagery to explore her belief in the unity and connectedness of... Read More
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Books, Barks & Brew
Books, Barks & Brew
Come meet local Author Mark M. Dean who will be presenting his new children's book "Doggy Deck Day" about a boy and his dog. We will be there with adoptable dogs you can meet and $1 from every pint from 3pm-6pm will go to help Friends of the Shelter Dogs. The author will also be... Read More
Put Down Your Phone and Hike! – With Artist in Residence Barbara Bryn Klare
Put Down Your Phone and Hike! – With Artist in Residence Barbara Bryn Klare
Help celebrate Ora Anderson’s Birthday, the Nature Trail, AND welcome the Dairy Barn’s Artist in Residence, Barbara Bryn Klare in this family friendly, all abilities welcome group hike. Participants will leave their phones behind and go on a color scavenger hunt on the Ora Anderson Nature Trail behind the Dairy Barn Arts Center. Afterward, participants... Read More
Solid Ground Fall Farm Fest and Pig Roast
Solid Ground Fall Farm Fest and Pig Roast
A family-oriented event featuring nature-based kids activities, sustainable living educational walks, a farm-to-table community meal, and a silent auction to benefit Solid Ground School. Come play and learn with us and enjoy an evening at the farm. See the animals, tour the orchards, and enjoy our nature playscapes and recreation grounds. Join us for a... Read More
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