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Thought Leaders: A Women’s History Tour
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine: Heritage HallTake a walk with Dr. Katherine Jellison around Uptown Athens to learn about some of the women who were foundational in the development of unique and colorful Athens, Ohio. Jellison... Read More
James McMurtry with BettySoo
Stuart's Opera House 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, OH, United StatesAn evening with acclaimed singer, songwriter, and storyteller James McMurtry in support of his latest release "The Horses and the Hounds." BettySoo will open the show.
Rural Action Native Plant Sale
751 W Union St, Athens, OH 45701-9410 751 W Union St., Athens, Ohio, United StatesShop for wildflowers, native trees and more at the Upcycle thrift store (751 W Union St, Athens, OH 45701) this Memorial Day weekend. Rural Action and Native Roots LLC will be selling various species of wildflowers, grasses, trees and shrubs native to the region. Native plants are great for supporting the environment AND the garden!... Read More
Take the Macho out of Mechanics
37870 Chase Run Road Albany, OH 45710 37870 Chase Run Road, Albany, United StatesJoin Rural Action, Morgan Hager, and Lindsay Klaunig of Trouvaille Farm for a fun and interactive event! Folks will come away with a better understanding of how to prevent common issues with their small engines as well as basic diagnostic knowledge. This class is ideal for folks who have operated small engines and would like to learn the mechanics of... Read More
Sustainable Energy On the Farm
Rural Action Office (Kuhre Center, 9030 Hocking Hills Dr, The Plains, OH) 9030 hocking hills drive, the plains, OhioJoin Rural Action’s On-Farm Solar Hybrid Webinar to learn about the benefits of renewable energy, efficiency, and resources available to farmers and small businesses to integrate sustainable energy on the farm! This free hybrid event will take place on July 25th, 2024 from 4:30 - 6:00pm, both online and at the Kuhre Center (9030 Hocking... Read More
Bike and Brew Tour in the Little Cities
Join us for a rich experience by connecting to Southeast Ohio while cycling through the old railroad beds of Appalachia, enjoying local food & drinks, and immersing yourself in the history of the region. This 14 mile historic bike tour along the Hockhocking Adena Bike-way is perfect for any level of cyclist. On this tour... Read More
Asian Vegetable Workshop
94 Columbus Road Athens, OH 45701Rural Action, in collaboration with the Athens Asian American Alliance is excited to offer a hands-on workshop on growing and preparing locally sourced Asian vegetables. This engaging event will include a cooking demonstration, participant workshop, tasting session, and gardening presentation during which participants will discover the unique flavors and benefits of vegetables traditional to Asian dishes. AAAA... Read More
Appalachian Green Teachers Conference
Burr Oak State Park 10220 Burr Oak Lodge Rd., Glouster, OH, United StatesJoin Rural Action's 11th Annual Appalachian Green Teachers Conference October 31- November 1 at Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center! This two-day hands-on experience is for teachers and non-formal educators interested in environmental education. Attendees will receive a certificate of completion for their continuing education contact hours. Scholarships are available thanks to our sponsors Ohio... Read More
Appalachian Green Teachers Conference
Burr Oak State Park 10220 Burr Oak Lodge Rd., Glouster, OH, United StatesJoin Rural Action's 11th Annual Appalachian Green Teachers Conference October 31- November 1 at Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center! This two-day hands-on experience is for teachers and non-formal educators interested in environmental education. Attendees will receive a certificate of completion for their continuing education contact hours. Scholarships are available thanks to our sponsors Ohio... Read More
Defining American Liberty: New Perspectives on the Fort Gower Resolves
Southeast Ohio History Center 24 W. State Street, Athens, Ohio, United StatesOn November 5, 1774, six months before the first shots of the American Revolution were fired at Lexington and Concord, a group of Virginian officers who had served in Lord Dunmore’s Army gathered at Fort Gower, above the confluence of the Ohio and Hockhocking Rivers, to consider the grievances of British America and draft a... Read More