WOUB Public Media

Open Play at The Nest
2026-06-30 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-02 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-09 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-14 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | The Nest 217 Columbus Rd. Suite 103, 217 Columbus Rd. Suite 103, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
It’s playtime at The Nest!

Break the routine, get out of the house and come let your little ones play in a fresh space while you get to talk with other grown-ups for awhile!

Come and go as you please anytime during our open play hours. Toys and activities are geared towards babies and toddlers but older siblings are welcome to come along.

While you’re here, peruse the lending library of books, DVDs and even baby carriers free to borrow!

Tuesdays masks are optional, while Thursdays are mask-only for those who prefer a “mask-on” environment.

Disinfectant wipes are always available and we have a tub for toys that have been “mouthed” so they can be washed before future use.

A changing table and toddler potty are available as well as a bottle warmer and fridge for storing formula/milk.

Caregiver Support Group
2026-06-30 13:00 - 14:30 | Senior Center, Scenic Hills Senior Center - 580 Radio Lane, Logan, OH, United States
Scenic Hills Senior Center
Last Tuesday of every month
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
580 Radio Lane
Logan, OH

Caregiver Support Group
2026-06-30 13:00 - 14:30 | Athens Community Center, 701 East State Street, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
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
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
*In-Person only
Scenic Hills Senior Center
580 Radio Lane
Logan, OH 43138
Questions? Contact Facilitator:
Wendi Gang
Phone: 614.203.8493
Email: Wendi.Gang@ProMedica.or

Glouster Genealogy and History Group
2026-06-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Glouster Library, 20 Toledo Street, Glouster, OH, 45732, United States
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
2026-06-30 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:00
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, but we ask you to please wear your mask prior to the start of the run, after the run, and while in the store.

Greater Huntington Symphonic Band Ironton patriotic concert
2026-06-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Ironton Farmers Market 2nd St. Pavilion, 218 S. 2nd St., Ironton, OH, 45638, United States
The Greater Huntington Symphonic Band will perform their annual free patriotic concert on Tuesday, June 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ironton Farmers Market 2nd St. pavilion. The jazz band, which consists of symphonic band members, will open the performance followed by the symphonic band. Their performance is part of the annual Tuesday night summer concert series jointly sponsored by the Ironton Council for the Arts, Ironton Alive, and several local businesses and non-profit organizations.
Season tickets for the upcoming Ironton Council for the Arts 2026-27 six-concert performance series which begins in October will be available for $50 payable by cash, card or check. The performance will be moved to the Ironton High School auditorium in case of inclement weather.
The jazz band is directed by Mr. Tom Chaffin and will open the concert with The Star-Spangled Banner, followed by Armed Forces Medley; American Songbook (America the Beautiful, Yankee Doodle Dandy, Battle Cry of Freedom, Shenandoah, and Stars and Stripes Forever); Satin Doll; How High the Moon; Jersey Bounce and Blue Bossa. The symphonic band, under the direction of Mr. Matt Chaffins, will feature Captain America March; Hymn to the Fallen; The Liberty Bell; As All the Heavens Were A Bell; This Is My Country; Lincoln At Gettysburg; National Emblem; God of Our Fathers and The Stars and Stripes Forever.

The Mingler! Tuesday Social Night
2026-06-30 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-07 20:00 - 23:00 | The Star Chamber Arcade, 74 North Court Street, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
Come join us every Tuesday night this summer for “The Mingler”– a special flat-rate socializing experience!

$10 entry grants you access to unlimited play from 8 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., so you can enjoy socializing with others as much as you enjoy playing the games! And with loads of high score contests and unique gaming competitions every Tuesday night, there will always be something fun to talk about!

Come with your crew, or come ready to mingle! Either way, game on!

Toddler Discovery Time
2026-07-02 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery, 67 Columbus Road, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
Join us at the museum on Thursday mornings starting November 13th (10 am-11:30 am) for Toddler Discovery Time! Each week, the museums downstairs, in our OhioHealth Community Classroom, will be turned into a space specifically for toddlers. Activities will include a water sensory table, climbing equipment, play mats, toddler-friendly art projects, building blocks, singing, dancing, and playtime! Free with admission and free for Members.

Athens Area Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
2026-07-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Lobby Area, 73 Central Avenue, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
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 well as friends, are welcome.

Mask as you feel comfortable.

Should you have questions or desire free private support, please call/text Emily at 740-808-2448 or Autumn at 740-541-2041.

America 250's Red, White and YOU Block Party
2026-07-04 | Downtown Logan Ohio, 1 East Main Street, Logan, OH, 43138, United States
America 250’s Block Party
Join us for a full day of patriotism, community, food, history, and fun.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS!!
Live Bands & Entertainment on stage all day | Local eats | Kazooman Street Performer | Live Reading of Declaration of Independence | Food Trucks | Entertaining Shows | DORA EVENT | Patriotic Pooch Parade | Adoptable Pets | Kids Historical Treasure Hunt | Arts & Crafts Vendors | Community Band Performance | Freedom Bells | Old Time Games | Rumors of Big Foot Sightings throughout the day | Downtown Local Eats & Shops | Fireworks at 10PM | Sidewalk Sales and more all on Historic Downtown Logan’s Main Street……
WHEN: July 4, 2026, from 11AM – 9 PM ——> Fireworks at 10 PM
WHERE: Downtown Main Street, Logan, OH
For more information, go to America 250 website at HTTPS://AMERICA250.HOCKING.INFO/
Don’t Miss America 250’s Red, White and YOU Block Party Celebration on July 4th!

Discovery Lab – MAKERSPACE
2026-07-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery, 67 Columbus Road, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
Join us here at the museum on the 1st Saturday of every month for Discovery Lab Makerspace from 10 AM-12 noon!
Our makerspace is a building ecosystem focused on teens and tweens. Younger museum visitors (2nd-4th grade) can also participate in partnership with an adult (for safety reasons).
Available for any paid museum visitor or museum member. This is an open format, so you can show up anytime between 10:00 AM and noon to work on a project.
For more information or questions, contact mark@ovomod.org

Buddhist Meditation
2026-07-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Serenity Roots, 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens, OH, 45701, United States
Athens KTC Buddhist Center holds meditation and dharma presentations each Sunday morning from 10 to 11am. See our events page for specific descriptions of each Sunday’s agenda; athensktc.org/events. We meet in the large yoga studio building at Serenity Roots, 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens. Our Center is open to anyone with an interest in meditation and/or Buddhism. If you have any questions, or want to schedule meditation instruction, please contact the Director at athensktcemail@gmail.com

Golden Willow Retreat Grief Support Group
2026-07-05 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-07-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Serenity Roots, 8950 Lavelle Rd., Athens, OH, 45701, United States
A safe place to explore, learn and receive support along your grief journey. ALL are welcome; all grief is welcome.

WOUB Learning Lab - (Albany Library) Wild Kratts: Adventures with the Tortuga
2026-07-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Albany Public Library, 5200 Washington Rd, Albany, OH, , Albany, Ohio 45710, United States
Wild Kratts: Adventures with the Tortuga
From Dinosaurs to Today: How Turtles Survive!
Travel from the age of dinosaurs to today with PBS KIDS and WOUB Learning Lab! In this Wild Kratts adventure, children will explore the high-tech Tortuga, learn about real turtles (often called living fossils), and discover how they have survived since the time of dinosaurs. Through videos, stories, hands-on building, and creative problem-solving, participants will design and build solutions to help turtles overcome modern environmental challenges, such as road crossings.

Albany Library 6-7pm

(Albany Library) Wild Kratts: Adventures with the Tortuga - WOUB Learning Lab Event
2026-07-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Albany Public Library, 5200 Washington Rd, Albany, OH, , Albany, Ohio 45710, United States
Wild Kratts: Adventures with the Tortuga
From Dinosaurs to Today: How Turtles Survive!
Travel from the age of dinosaurs to today with PBS KIDS and WOUB Learning Lab! In this Wild Kratts adventure, children will explore the high-tech Tortuga, learn about real turtles (often called living fossils), and discover how they have survived since the time of dinosaurs. Through videos, stories, hands-on building, and creative problem-solving, participants will design and build solutions to help turtles overcome modern environmental challenges, such as road crossings.

Messy STEAM Day
2026-07-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery, 67 Columbus Road, Athens, OH, 45701, United States
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!! Don’t worry, we’ll clean it up. Each month we will have a different hands-on activity with a STEAM focus (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics). Free with admission or for members.

Summer Community Acupuncture Series
2026-07-11 13:00 - 17:00
Ohio Valley Acupuncture is offering reduced rate acupuncture in a community setting through their Summer Community Acupuncture Series. Got neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain? Trying to quit smoking, drinking, or using? Riddled with chronic fatigue? Feeling stressed and need to relax? Acupuncture can help. Community acupuncture has radical roots in helping to build community resilience through community based care. Come experience the amplified healing that happens in community space. Call, text, or email Sarah to book today. ov.acupunc@gmail.com 740-409-6028

Olde Wrestling
2026-07-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Twin City Opera House, 15 W Main St., McConnelsville, OH, 43756, United States
Vintage wrestling comes to the historic Ohio opera house for the very first time for a night of action-packed, old school wrestling that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before!

About Olde WrestlingOlde Wrestling brings a bedlam of bodyslams and belly laughs to a wide range of audience members. From 9 to 90, the whole family can enjoy our vintage-themed wrestling. With characters plucked right of the roarin’ 20s you’ll witness: stupendous strongmen, teetotalling politicians, baton-twirling majorettes, gritty gangsters, and high flying acrobats. Heck, you may even see Ohioan and former President William Howard Taft deliver a piledriver!

Cloth to Clothing Workshop Series at Hocking College
2026-07-13 09:00 - 2026-07-17 17:00 | Hocking College, 3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville, OH, 45764, United States
The Cloth to Clothing Workshop Series offers adults the opportunity to build new skills, enhance knowledge, stay current with industry trends, and pursue professional development through a high-quality workshop series. Sessions are designed to connect textile processes with garment making in this cloth-to-clothing focused series. Participants receive lecture and demonstration-style learning in a professional studio setting with seasoned professionals. All materials and supplies are included in the tuition.
Each day will host a morning session with a “cloth” topic and an afternoon session with a “clothing” topic. Each session lasts for three hours and is led by a professional in the subject area. You can purchase your workshops individually or choose the full series package, offering a discounted rate. The sessions are built to coordinate with each other for an immersive full-circle experience. Taking the entire week is highly recommended for the richest experience.

Caregiver Support Group
2026-07-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Athens County
Athens Community Center
2nd Tuesday of Every Month – 5:30 – 6:30PM
Conference room A
701 East State Street
Athens, OH. 45701
