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2022 Young Leaders Nomination
The attorneys at Tittle & Perlmuter want to reward an individual from a younger generation for their strong leadership skills. If this sounds like someone you know, please nominate them for the Young Leaders Nomination here.
ATHENS ART MARKET
Athens Art Market at the Farmers Market is presented by Athens Art Guild every Saturday 9am- noon April through December. You’ll find a varying array of local curated art including woodworking, pottery, paintings and prints, glassware, jewelry, fiber arts and furniture to name a few.
Loaves and Fishes Meals
Loaves and Fishes Meals
St Peter's Episcopal in Gallipolis provide free meals to all who desire them on the last Sunday of every month from 11 to Noon. If you are interested in volunteering for this recurring event please contact the church at (740) 446-2483.
Death Cafe
Death Cafe
Looking for a safe space to talk about mortality and end-of-life planning? The Southeast Ohio Natural Burial Working Group's third Death Cafe will include refreshments and time to reflect. Bring a good face mask (kn95 or n95); you'll need to wear it inside the building. RSVP by emailing SEOhioDeathCafes@gmail.com (don't forget the "s" at the... Read More
LGBTQ+ Family Friendly Pool Party
LGBTQ+ Family Friendly Pool Party
Ohio University's LGBT Center, OUT Ohio, and the Southeastern Ohio Rainbow Alliance (SEORA) invite you to the LGBTQ+ and friends, family friendly pool party! This is part of our Summer Of Pride 2022 event series! It will be on Sunday, July 31, 6PM-8PM, at the Athens City Pool. We have rented the entire pool, splashpad, and community... Read More
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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
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood drive Wednesday, August 3 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Athens Masonic Lodge.
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, August 4 at 2005 East State Street, Suite 100 in Quidel in the Konnecker Conference Room from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday Supper
Thursday Supper
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community nearly every Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served... 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
2 events,
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal. Provided every Friday Night by the community of Good Works at The Good Works Luhrig Road property. Property opens at 4:30 pm and dinner is served at 5:30 pm. There is additional “take-home” food provided at 6:30 pm. For more information, call Good Works at 740.594.3339. Check our website: www.good-works.net
6 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Please join us at Adornetto's to enjoy all that our local farmers, growers, and makers have to offer. Look for locally grown produce, jams and spreads, homemade salsas, meat, farm eggs, Ohio cheese, baked goods, plants, crafts, and more! Please visit the website for more details at: https://www.zanesvillefarmersmarket.org/
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross blood drive Tuesday, August 9 at the Athens Red Cross 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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,
Still Life in Acrylics
Still Life in Acrylics
ABOUT THE CLASS In this workshop, the instructor will present a three-part class; from blank canvas to finished painting, with emphasis on individual concept and techniques. Each participant will bring one item (i.e., candlestick, fruit, bottle, etc.) for a still life on a table. All other supplies will be provided to complete your new masterpiece! INSTRUCTOR Kevinn Pelham Drake Kevinn currently lives in Athens, Ohio and has lived in many states. He studied Fine Arts at Purchase College SUNY specializing in Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, and Printmaking. Kevinn has produced two large outdoor murals as well as two indoor murals, one of which can be viewed locally at Donkey Coffee in Athens, Ohio. His work can also be viewed on album covers! Kevinn has a diverse art career and enjoys educating others. WHEN August 10, 17, & 24, 2022 10am - 11:30am WHERE Visual Arts Center Hocking College 3301 Hocking Pwky Nelsonville, OH 45764 COST $25
4 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive at the Richland UMC 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, August 11.
OhioHealth UpBEAT History Group: History of The Cambridge Glass Company
OhioHealth UpBEAT History Group: History of The Cambridge Glass Company
In May of 1902, The Cambridge Glass Company, one of the country’s largest glass companies, produced its first piece of glass. The 1920s brought expansion and the 1930s brought development of new glass patterns and colors. From the beginning, there were changes in presidency of the glass company, with the company closing for the final... Read More
Thursday Supper
Thursday Supper
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community nearly every Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served... Read More
3 events,
Still Life in Acrylics
Still Life in Acrylics
ABOUT THE CLASS In this workshop, the instructor will present a three-part class; from blank canvas to finished painting, with emphasis on individual concept and techniques. Each participant will bring one item (i.e., candlestick, fruit, bottle, etc.) for a still life on a table. All other supplies will be provided to complete your new masterpiece! INSTRUCTOR Kevinn Pelham Drake Kevinn currently lives in Athens, Ohio and has lived in many states. He studied Fine Arts at Purchase College SUNY specializing in Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, and Printmaking. Kevinn has produced two large outdoor murals as well as two indoor murals, one of which can be viewed locally at Donkey Coffee in Athens, Ohio. His work can also be viewed on album covers! Kevinn has a diverse art career and enjoys educating others. WHEN August 10, 17, & 24, 2022 10am - 11:30am WHERE Visual Arts Center Hocking College 3301 Hocking Pwky Nelsonville, OH 45764 COST $25
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal. Provided every Friday Night by the community of Good Works at The Good Works Luhrig Road property. Property opens at 4:30 pm and dinner is served at 5:30 pm. There is additional “take-home” food provided at 6:30 pm. For more information, call Good Works at 740.594.3339. Check our website: www.good-works.net
7 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Please join us at Adornetto's to enjoy all that our local farmers, growers, and makers have to offer. Look for locally grown produce, jams and spreads, homemade salsas, meat, farm eggs, Ohio cheese, baked goods, plants, crafts, and more! Please visit the website for more details at: https://www.zanesvillefarmersmarket.org/
The Bowen House Arts Festival
The Bowen House Arts Festival
Our outdoor arts festival will feature a wide variety of artists from all of SE Ohio offering jewelry, ceramic pottery, stained glass, baskets, soaps, blown glass vases, ceramic lamps, hand-painted wood-turned bowls, corn husk dolls, and more. The "Chubby Hawaiian" food truck will be present and face-painting for the child in all of us! No... Read More
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
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2 events,
3 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive at the Athens Red Cross chapter 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 16.
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
5 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive at the Nelsonville-York High School from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 17.
Still Life in Acrylics
Still Life in Acrylics
ABOUT THE CLASS In this workshop, the instructor will present a three-part class; from blank canvas to finished painting, with emphasis on individual concept and techniques. Each participant will bring one item (i.e., candlestick, fruit, bottle, etc.) for a still life on a table. All other supplies will be provided to complete your new masterpiece! INSTRUCTOR Kevinn Pelham Drake Kevinn currently lives in Athens, Ohio and has lived in many states. He studied Fine Arts at Purchase College SUNY specializing in Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, and Printmaking. Kevinn has produced two large outdoor murals as well as two indoor murals, one of which can be viewed locally at Donkey Coffee in Athens, Ohio. His work can also be viewed on album covers! Kevinn has a diverse art career and enjoys educating others. WHEN August 10, 17, & 24, 2022 10am - 11:30am WHERE Visual Arts Center Hocking College 3301 Hocking Pwky Nelsonville, OH 45764 COST $25
Hand Built Soap Dish/Underglaze Transfer Demo
Hand Built Soap Dish/Underglaze Transfer Demo
ABOUT THE CLASS In this class, students will be instructed how to make soap dishes by slab. Participants will be taught how to use the slab roller to create a workable surface to mold for a soap dish! The instructor will supply an array of fun patterned underglaze transfers to use and do a short demo as well. INSTRUCTOR Grace Gribble Grace grew up in Southeast Ohio. She has a B.A. in Studio Art and a Master's in Arts Administration. Fun Fact: Grace is obsessed with plants and got her minor in Plant and Environmental Biology! WHEN Saturday August 13, 2022 & Wednesday August 17, 2022 1pm - 3pm WHERE Visual Arts Center Hocking College 3301 Hocking Pkwy Nelsonville, OH 45764 COST $30
4 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, August 18, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Athens Red Cross Chapter House.
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: The Baileys Trail System
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: The Baileys Trail System
Join us virtually, by telephone or computer device, or in-person (RSVP required to attend in-person) as guest speaker, Jessie Powers, Executive Director of the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia (ORCA) shares more about the Baileys Trail System Project. With 31 miles of trails currently open and three communities in Athens County connected to the trail... Read More
Thursday Supper
Thursday Supper
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community nearly every Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served... Read More
4 events,
Still Life in Acrylics
Still Life in Acrylics
ABOUT THE CLASS In this workshop, the instructor will present a three-part class; from blank canvas to finished painting, with emphasis on individual concept and techniques. Each participant will bring one item (i.e., candlestick, fruit, bottle, etc.) for a still life on a table. All other supplies will be provided to complete your new masterpiece! INSTRUCTOR Kevinn Pelham Drake Kevinn currently lives in Athens, Ohio and has lived in many states. He studied Fine Arts at Purchase College SUNY specializing in Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, and Printmaking. Kevinn has produced two large outdoor murals as well as two indoor murals, one of which can be viewed locally at Donkey Coffee in Athens, Ohio. His work can also be viewed on album covers! Kevinn has a diverse art career and enjoys educating others. WHEN August 10, 17, & 24, 2022 10am - 11:30am WHERE Visual Arts Center Hocking College 3301 Hocking Pwky Nelsonville, OH 45764 COST $25
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal. Provided every Friday Night by the community of Good Works at The Good Works Luhrig Road property. Property opens at 4:30 pm and dinner is served at 5:30 pm. There is additional “take-home” food provided at 6:30 pm. For more information, call Good Works at 740.594.3339. Check our website: www.good-works.net
Ohio State Old Time Fiddlers Contest
Ohio State Old Time Fiddlers Contest
The Ohio State Old Time Fiddlers Contest will take place 6 p.m. Friday, August 19 at Stuart's Opera House in Nelsonville. To register, please visit: paradeofthehills.com, stuartsoperahouse.org, or register in person at Stuart's Opera House on the day of the event. Fiddlers compete in four age groups: 12 and under, 13-18, 19-54, and 55+ 13-18,... Read More
6 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Please join us at Adornetto's to enjoy all that our local farmers, growers, and makers have to offer. Look for locally grown produce, jams and spreads, homemade salsas, meat, farm eggs, Ohio cheese, baked goods, plants, crafts, and more! Please visit the website for more details at: https://www.zanesvillefarmersmarket.org/
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 23 at Hocking College, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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,
Still Life in Acrylics
Still Life in Acrylics
ABOUT THE CLASS In this workshop, the instructor will present a three-part class; from blank canvas to finished painting, with emphasis on individual concept and techniques. Each participant will bring one item (i.e., candlestick, fruit, bottle, etc.) for a still life on a table. All other supplies will be provided to complete your new masterpiece! INSTRUCTOR Kevinn Pelham Drake Kevinn currently lives in Athens, Ohio and has lived in many states. He studied Fine Arts at Purchase College SUNY specializing in Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, and Printmaking. Kevinn has produced two large outdoor murals as well as two indoor murals, one of which can be viewed locally at Donkey Coffee in Athens, Ohio. His work can also be viewed on album covers! Kevinn has a diverse art career and enjoys educating others. WHEN August 10, 17, & 24, 2022 10am - 11:30am WHERE Visual Arts Center Hocking College 3301 Hocking Pwky Nelsonville, OH 45764 COST $25
3 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, August 25 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Athens Red Cross Chapter House.
Thursday Supper
Thursday Supper
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community nearly every Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served... Read More
2 events,
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal
Free Hot Meal. Provided every Friday Night by the community of Good Works at The Good Works Luhrig Road property. Property opens at 4:30 pm and dinner is served at 5:30 pm. There is additional “take-home” food provided at 6:30 pm. For more information, call Good Works at 740.594.3339. Check our website: www.good-works.net
5 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Please join us at Adornetto's to enjoy all that our local farmers, growers, and makers have to offer. Look for locally grown produce, jams and spreads, homemade salsas, meat, farm eggs, Ohio cheese, baked goods, plants, crafts, and more! Please visit the website for more details at: https://www.zanesvillefarmersmarket.org/
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
3 events,
Loaves and Fishes Meals
Loaves and Fishes Meals
St Peter's Episcopal in Gallipolis provide free meals to all who desire them on the last Sunday of every month from 11 to Noon. If you are interested in volunteering for this recurring event please contact the church at (740) 446-2483.
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
2 events,
5 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 30 at the Athens Red Cross Chapter House 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, August 30 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at O'Bleness Hospital
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,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive Wednesday, August 31 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Ohio University Schoonover.
The Birth Circle Monthly Meeting: Physiological Birth
The Birth Circle Monthly Meeting: Physiological Birth
This month we will hear from local midwife Erica Andrews, CPM, all about physiological birth! As always, we will open with an opportunity to share birth stories! If you have a birth/adoption/family photo you'd like to add to our family wall, bring it along! Free to all. Babies, support people, and children are all welcome.... Read More
4 events,
Zanesville Farmers Market
Zanesville Farmers Market
Please join us at Adornetto's to enjoy all that our local farmers, growers, and makers have to offer. Look for locally grown produce, jams and spreads, homemade salsas, meat, farm eggs, Ohio cheese, baked goods, plants, crafts, and more! Please visit the website for more details at: https://www.zanesvillefarmersmarket.org/
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More
Saturday Lunch
Saturday Lunch
UCM Center continues to provide meals to the community most Saturday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Our free community meals have been served with no questions asked and without requirements of participants since 1993. We remain dedicated to serving the freshest and most nutritious meals possible. At this time meals are served as... Read More