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Capture the Light
The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum wants to showcase regional photographers in our upcoming photography show in October 2021. This is an open call. Submissions can range from the most traditional to the most conceptual or experimental. The only criteria for entry is that artists must be at least 18 years old and must reside, work, go to... Read More
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Nelsonville City Council Candidates Forum
Nelsonville City Council Candidates Forum
A virtual Candidate Forum for the Nelsonville City Council race will be held online on September 28 at 7:00pm by the League of Women Voters of Athens County. Candidates will answer questions from the public. Questions are being taken in advance, due to the virtual format. Please send your questions to NelsonvilleAsks@gmail.com no later than 7:00pm on... Read More
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Pregnancy and Infant Loss Birth Circle Monthly Meeting
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Birth Circle Monthly Meeting
Next month is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, so we want to take this month's meeting to highlight the many options and resources available to anyone enduring pregnancy or infant loss, whether right in the middle of it, or many years after. All are welcome, whether you've experienced your own loss or want to... Read More
Glouster Village Council Meet the Candidates Event
Glouster Village Council Meet the Candidates Event
A virtual Meet the Candidates Event for the Glouster Village Council race will take place on Wednesday, September 29 at 7:00 pm, sponsored by the Athens County League of Women Voters. The event will be live-streamed to the League of Women Voters of Athens County Facebook page, and later uploaded to the league's website: www.athensleagueofwomenvoters.org
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Alexander Local School Board Candidates Forum
Alexander Local School Board Candidates Forum
Candidates for the Alexander Local School Board will participate in an online Candidates Forum on September 30 at 7 pm, sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Athens County. Members of the public are invited to submit questions for the candidates to answer, to AthensAsks@gmail.com no later 48 hours before the forum. The forum will be... Read More
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Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows
No matter what you love most about autumn, you’re sure to fall for this event – the Trail of Scarecrows! Named the “Scarecrow Capital of Ohio,” Fairfield County holds a scarecrow contest in each community across the county every fall. Visit them all and vote for your favorite!
6th Annual Athens Area Stand Down
6th Annual Athens Area Stand Down
The 6th Annual Athens Area Stand Down will be held on Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Athens County Fairgrounds, 286 W. Union Street, Athens. Veterans will be served from 10am - 12pm (Proof of military service required), the General Public will be served from 12pm - 2pm. Veterans and those who are homeless or... Read More
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Bookmobile at Waterloo Community Senior Center Monthly Breakfast
Bookmobile at Waterloo Community Senior Center Monthly Breakfast
Attend the monthly breakfast at the Community Senior Center, then take a tour of the Athens County Public Libraries' bookmobile! Sign up for a library card, check out books and movies, and use the free WiFi. All are welcome!
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Nelsonville-York School Board Candidates Forum
Nelsonville-York School Board Candidates Forum
A virtual Candidate Forum for the Nelsonville-York School Board will be held on October 4 at 7:00pm. Candidates will answer questions from the public. Questions are being taken in advance, due to the virtual format. Please send your questions to NelsonvilleAsks@gmail.com no later than 7:00pm on October 3. The forum can be viewed live at League of... Read More
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Dover Township Trustees Meet the Candidates Event
Dover Township Trustees Meet the Candidates Event
A virtual Meet the Candidates Event for the Dover Township Trustees race will take place on Wednesday, October 5 at 7:00 pm. Candidates will each answer questions from the League. This event can be viewed live on the League of Women Voters of Athens County Facebook page. The recorded forum will be posted to the... Read More
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Troy Township Trustees Meet the Candidates
Troy Township Trustees Meet the Candidates
A Meet the Candidate Event for Troy Township Trustees will be held virtually on October 6 at 7 p.m. Candidates will answer questions from the League. The event can be viewed live at League of Women Voters of Athens County Facebook page, : facebook.com/LWVAthensCounty. Later, the recorded forum can be viewed at the League’s website AthensLeagueOfWomenVoters.org.
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Hocking Hills Music Festival
Introducing the Hocking Hills Music Festival! The Nelsonville Music Festival and Duck Creek Log Jam are thrilled to announce a partnership to bring a brand new live music experience to Ohio's Hocking Hills on October 8th & 9th, 2021. This festival will feature Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Del McCoury Band, Watchhouse (formerly... Read More
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Passion Works Costumes & Bike Tour
Passion Works Costumes & Bike Tour
Passion Works and Appalachian Understories have joined forces to provided a 4 mile family fun ride along the Hock-Hocking Adena Bikeway. Participants will hear stories of how the bikeway got its name and why this section of the river was rerouted. Passion Works artist will join us on the ride and will provide costumes for... Read More
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Passion Works Costumes & Bike Tour
Passion Works Costumes & Bike Tour
Passion Works and Appalachian Understories have joined forces to provided a 4 mile family fun ride along the Hock-Hocking Adena Bikeway. Participants will hear stories of how the bikeway got its name and why this section of the river was rerouted. Passion Works artist will join us on the ride and will provide costumes for... Read More
Meeting of the Communications Committee of the Athens City Commission on Disabilities
Meeting of the Communications Committee of the Athens City Commission on Disabilities
The Communications Committee of the Athens City Commission on Disabilities will meet Thursday, October 14 at 6 p.m. in Beacon School, 801 W. Union Street. The meeting is open to the public. If an accommodation is needed, please contact Dianne Bouvier, dianne.bouvier3@gmail.com.
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Southwestern Recovery Center Awareness Event
Southwestern Recovery Center Awareness Event
The Southwestern Recovery Center in The Plains will hold a recovery and mental health awareness event Friday, October 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot behind the McDonalds in The Plains (80 North Plains Rd). All area resources are invited to attend and provide information that can help residents of Athens... Read More
The Haunted Woods at Shawnee Hills
The Haunted Woods at Shawnee Hills
Outdoor Haunted Woods ¾ mi trail, Fri & Sat 10/15-10/31 7-10pm, Handicap accessible. Sensory and accessible-friendlier event on 10/15 6-7pm. No-scare Trick or Treat on 10/31, 5-7pm. Charity haunt benefits Adaptive Sports Connection. Potties available. Outdoor. Free Parking. Recommended age 12+ Online ticketing and virtual queue, hand sanitizer available. Masks are encouraged for all.
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A Ride Through Time Guided Bike Tour: Shawnee
A Ride Through Time Guided Bike Tour: Shawnee
Join us for a guided bike tour starting in the historic village of Shawnee. From there we will cycle 20 miles though the rolling Appalachian hills and through several coal mining towns with 1,415 ft of elevation gain and a max grade of 8%. Our first stop will be at Snow Fork Creek where we... Read More
Fall Craft Fair at Civitan Park
Fall Craft Fair at Civitan Park
Back by popular demand, it’s the Fall Craft Fair at Civitan Park! After a successful and fun craft fair in June, we are pleased to announce we will be back for a one day fall craft fair in October! Please plan to join us for our return to the Civitan Park with the Fall Craft... Read More
46th Annual Athens Invitational Marching Festival
46th Annual Athens Invitational Marching Festival
You are invited to attend the 46th Annual Athens Invitational Marching Festival on Saturday, October 16 at 10:00am at Athens High School’s Joe Burrow Stadium! This festival is the 3rd longest running marching band festival in the state of Ohio. High School bands from Southeast and Central Ohio will travel in to perform at this... Read More
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Southeastern Ohio Walk To End Alzheimer’s Disease
Southeastern Ohio Walk To End Alzheimer’s Disease
The Southeastern Ohio Walk to End Alzheimer's will take place Sunday, October 17 starting at the Athens Community Center (701 East State Street). Walk activities start at 12:45 p.m. followed by the opening ceremony at 1:45 p.m. and the walk itself starting at 2 p.m. Register today at alz.org/walk. Pre-registration is encouraged.
Federal Hocking Band Booster Bingo
Federal Hocking Band Booster Bingo
The Federal Hocking Band Boosters will be hosting a Thirty One Bingo on Sunday, October 17th at Federal Hocking High School. In addition to Bingo, there will be food, raffles, and prizes! Cost is $20 for 20 games of Bingo. Doors open at 1pm, and Bingo begins at 2pm. Must be 18 or older to... Read More
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Beginners Camping Trip
This overnight trip is great for people of all ages who are new to primitive camping. With an experienced and highly qualified guide by your side as we set up camp, build a fire, and learn primitive cooking skills you will walk away with a new found confidence for your next camping trip. Participants will... Read More
48th Annual Fall Coin Show
48th Annual Fall Coin Show
The Parkersburg Coin Club is hosting a Coin Show on Saturday and Sunday, October 23-24 at the Comfort Suites in Mineral Wells, WV. Saturday hours are 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday hours are 9 am to 3 pm. The Comfort Suites of Mineral Wells is located at 167 Elizabeth Pike, off of I-77. ... Read More
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Athens Curbside Conversation on Remote Work in Athens
Athens Curbside Conversation on Remote Work in Athens
The next edition of the Athens Curbside Conversation will be on the topic of Remote Work in Athens City and County. We will have a 3-person panel to provide perspective and background for the discussion. The conversation will take place outdoors in the Armory Park, so facial masks will not be required and there will... Read More
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Fertility Awareness Birth Circle Monthly Meeting
Fertility Awareness Birth Circle Monthly Meeting
Disillusioned with birth control methods like pills, IUDs, and implants? Tired of trying to conceive based on apps that don't reflect your cycle in real life? There are other options--ones that hand you the knowledge and control from day to day, so that you can understand your body and make decisions based on the actual,... Read More
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Sweet Treats on Broad Street – YMCA of Parkersburg
Put on your costumes, gather your friends and family, and join us at the YMCA of Parkersburg for a sweet time! Sweet Treats on Broad Street is a family-friendly, Halloween celebration for the entire community! All activities are FREE, but donations are accepted. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Indoor Trick-Or-Treat (socially distant style with hands-free candy systems) Character... Read More
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Display of John McVicker’s Art at Stuart’s Opening Oct. 29
Display of John McVicker’s Art at Stuart’s Opening Oct. 29
There will be an opening for an exhibition of artist John McVicker's artwork at Stuart's Opera House (30 Public Square) in Nelsonville on Friday, October 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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Chauncey Community Campfire
Chauncey Community Campfire
After a hiatus, the annual Chauncey Community Campfire is back! Join the Chauncey library staff for a hotdog roast, live music from The Corndoggers, and the 1st-ever scarecrow contest. Friday, Nov. 5 from 5:30-7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Ride Through Time: Nelsonville
Ride Through Time: Nelsonville
A Ride Through Time Guided Bicycle Tour participants will enjoy 17.5 miles of the most beautiful back roads in Athens County, while touring historic and natural sites along the way with a historic guide. Local refreshments will be provided and chances to patronize local eateries and shops will be available. The tour will be a... Read More