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Intro to Micro-Controller
Intro to Micro-Controller
Have you always wanted to learn how to program a robot? Day 1 - January 6th, 6-9pm Day 2 - January 8th, 6-9pm Learning to program microcontrollers - micro computers that control lights and motors - is the first step. This class is first in a series of classes leading up to you leaving with... Read More
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Athens Curbside Conversation about the Athens County Land Bank
Athens Curbside Conversation about the Athens County Land Bank
The Land Bank has come up in several previous Curbside Conversations, and there have always been questions about it. Let's demystify the Land Bank by talking with the experts that have agreed to chat with us; County Treasurer Ric Wasserman and Zach Reizes. In addition, County Commissioner Chris Chmiel has also been invited to lend... Read More
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Health Screenings Clinic
Health Screenings Clinic
OU Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine will be at the Jackson City Library for a free health screening clinic.
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) History Group
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) History Group
History of White’s Mill with Carl Scott You have probably driven by White’s Mill a time or two or maybe even stopped for a visit. Carl Scott will take us on a journey through the history of White’s Mill, a local treasure. The story begins with White’s Mill existence outside of Athens, formerly known as... Read More
Intro to Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration
Intro to Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration
Intro to Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration will explore the history and mechanics of sewing machines and include a hands-on demonstration of cleaning and adjusting a single machine. This on-going event will feature a different model machine each time it is offered. Attendees do not need to attend classes in a set order. Check back to... Read More
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UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Book Club
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Book Club
This month’s book is The Only Story by Julian Barnes. This is one of many, Julian Barnes’ books, we have read together. Julian shares a love story through the character, Paul. She takes us into Paul’s complex reflection on the human heart and his relationship with Susan Mcleod. Please join us on Monday, January 13... Read More
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Aspire – classes
Aspire – classes
Do you know someone who want to complete their GED? Encourage them to enroll in Ohio’s Aspire program. Ohio’s Adult Workforce Readiness Education program. Classes are free and available at: OhioMeansJobs – Athens County 70 N. Plains Road, The Plains (740) 797-1405 Aspire – Learn More, Earn More.
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Food for Thought Program
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Food for Thought Program
We can all use some time to focus our attention on organizing our homes, our lives and/or our daily schedules. Join us on Thursday, January 16 at 2 p.m. in Lower Level Room 8 at OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital, for a presentation from Aubrei Krummert, the owner and founder of Real World Organizing. Aubrei will give... Read More
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UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Singing Group
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Singing Group
The UpBEAT Singing Group meets the third Friday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Athens Community Center in Multipurpose Room C. We continue to sing songs from A Reader’s Digest Songbook: Remembering the ‘50s. Come and join us and help choose next month’s new song selections. UpBEAT members are encouraged to bring their... Read More
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Athens Farmers and Art Market
Athens Farmers and Art Market
Every Saturday 9 am - noon both INSIDE and OUTSIDE the Market on State, 900 E State Street, Athens Ohio. All locally produced.
Glouster Community Free Market
Glouster Community Free Market
COMCorps is hosting a community free market for families in the Glouster, Trimble and Jacksonville area on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Trimble High School cafeteria in Glouster. Items such as winter clothing, healthy food, personal hygiene products and household cleaners will be available for free to residents on a first-come-first-served... Read More
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Aspire – Class Orientation
Aspire – Class Orientation
Do you know someone who want to complete their GED? Encourage them to enroll in Ohio’s Aspire program. Ohio’s Adult Workforce Readiness Education program. Classes are free and available at: OhioMeansJobs – Athens County 70 N. Plains Road, The Plains (740) 797-1405 Aspire – Learn More, Earn More.
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Food for Thought Program
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Food for Thought Program
Join us on Thursday, January 23 at 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Nelsonville Health Center in the Heritage Community Room. January’s talk will be an interactive exploration of current (free!) library resources and programs area older adults may especially find interesting or helpful. Come prepared to be amazed at what you can do, make and... Read More
ACEnet to hold community forum concerning Athens Farmers Market Relocation
ACEnet to hold community forum concerning Athens Farmers Market Relocation
Athens, Ohio. In September 2019, the Project for Public Spaces and ACEnet held a public workshop to discuss potential uses for a new community space located on the Community Center property. To gather additional community input, ACEnet will be hosting a drop in style forum on January 23rd from 6-8 pm at the Athens Community... Read More
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UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Lunch Group
UpBEAT (B.e E.ducated and A.ctive T.ogether) Lunch Group
On Friday, January 24, UpBEAT members will dine at the Cutler’s Restaurant at Ohio University Inn and Conference Center located at 331 Richland Avenue in Athens from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We will join in the Wilson Room for a nice meal and conversation together. The lunch menu offers soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches... Read More
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Athens Farmers and Art Market
Athens Farmers and Art Market
Every Saturday 9 am - noon both INSIDE and OUTSIDE the Market on State, 900 E State Street, Athens. All locally produced and crafted.
Tech Fair for Seniors
Tech Fair for Seniors
FREE TECHNOLOGY FAIR This event is provided for seniors who would like assistance with their laptops, iPads, cell phones, etc. Ohio University students volunteer this service in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Community Center, Room B, 11am-2pm Please bring your own charged devices
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Athens County Department of Job and Family Services, Family Services Planning Committee Meeting
Athens County Department of Job and Family Services, Family Services Planning Committee Meeting
Public Notice: The next Athens County Department of Job and Family Services Family Services Planning Committee meeting will be held Monday, January 27, 2020 10:00am-11:30am at the office located at 13183 St. Rt. 13, Millfield (former Athens County Home location) The meeting is open to the public.
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CHIP Info Session
CHIP Info Session
The Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP) is a research-tested, intensive lifestyle intervention designed to prevent, arrest, and facilitate the reversal of many common chronic diseases. This program supports individuals who are motivated to build long-lasting lifestyle habits that address the root causes of chronic disease.
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Rural Action Owl Prowl 2020
Rural Action Owl Prowl 2020
Knock Knock, hoo’s there? Join Rural Action for the Sunday Creek Owl Prowl. Have you ever heard an owl’s call but never seen one? Wondered how an owl pinpoints a tiny shrew on the forest floor? Join Rural Action at the 2020 Sunday Creek Owl Prowl taking place on Wednesday, February 19th at 6:00 pm... Read More
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Aspire – Class Orientation
Aspire – Class Orientation
Do you know someone who want to complete their GED? Encourage them to enroll in Ohio’s Aspire program. Ohio’s Adult Workforce Readiness Education program. Classes are free and available at: OhioMeansJobs – Athens County 70 N. Plains Road, The Plains (740) 797-1405 Aspire – Learn More, Earn More.
CHIP Info Session
CHIP Info Session
The Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP) is a research-tested lifestyle intervention designed to prevent, arrest, and facilitate the reversal of many common chronic diseases. This program provides support to individuals who are motivated to build long-lasting lifestyle habits that address the root causes of chronic disease.
Treewater Initiative benefit show
Treewater Initiative benefit show
Benefit show for the Treewater Initiative a nonprofit founded by Jeannie Amash, long time Athens resident. The Treewater Initiative is dedicated to planting trees in Gaza. Over 1000 trees have been planted and she is returning to her father's homeland to plant 1000 more olive trees in March. $10 suggested donation plants one tree. Featured... Read More
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Celebration of Chili
Celebration of Chili
Join us at Church of the Good Shepherd to taste a variety of chilis prepared by local chili enthusiasts. All you can eat for $10. Students eat free. All proceeds to benefit the Organ Restoration Fund