Athens Public Library
Scottish Dance for Beginners
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesStart at the very beginning with this folk dancing workshop at the Athens Public Library. A great way to ring in the new year with a bit of exercise and a lot of fun! Scottish Country Dance is similar to contra but with more footwork. Based on ancient rural dances that were dressed up by... Read More
Women in Farming Lunch and Learn with Abbe Turner
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesAre you daydreaming about getting started as a woman in farming, or interested in a part time side hustle selling farm products at farmers markets, online, or roadside stands? Join Abbe Turner of Mushroom Harvest Provisions and Lucky Penny Farm and Rural Action for a conversation about earning additional income from products from the farm. Curious? Have questions? Beginners welcome! Childcare... Read More
Poetry Book Launch with Bonnie Proudfoot and Stephanie Kendrick
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin local writers Stephanie Kendrick and Bonnie Proudfoot as they read from new poetry collections published by Sheila-Na-Gig Editions, followed by a short open mic (consider bringing a poem of yours to share!) and a book signing with refreshments. Bonnie Proudfoot's Household Gods explores the intersection of place and identity. Bonnie has lived in Athens since 1996. She was an... Read More
Lotus Lanterns with the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesThis non-profit organization is dedicated to the promotion of greater awareness and understanding of Korean history and culture. They will join us via Zoom to lead us in making lanterns similar to those used during the annual Lotus Lantern Festival in South Korea. A short documentary about South Korea will also be shown and there... Read More
Ohio University Flute Choir at the Library
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesA sixteen-member group of flautists under the direction of Allison Brown Sincoff, Professor of Flute, Ohio University School of Music.
Octubafest Concert at the Library
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesOhio University's School of Music plans events starring the tuba and euphonium each fall, courtesy of Dr. Jason Roland Smith. Join Smith and his choir of low brass students for an off-campus concert to share in this truly gorgeous (and often overlooked) music.
Athens Krishna House Presents ‘Hare Krishna!’
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesAthens Krishna House Presents an award-winning film Hare Krishna! 2017 90 min The mantra, the Movement, and the Swami who started it all. A true story of an unlikely revolutionary who started a cultural movement. “…A stirring story.” — The Washington Post Athens Public Library Tuesday, October 25, 6 p.m. All are welcome. complimentary refreshments.... Read More
Solo Piano Recital: Featuring Jiao Sun
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesLet a weekend recital featuring works by Scarlatti, Hadyn, Gershwin, Chopin, and others help you relax and enjoy the library space in a new way. Our guest performer is an Adjunct Professor of Piano and the Collaborative Artist in Residence at the Ohio University School of Music
An Athens Autumn
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesA family-friendly, all-day open house bringing together speakers, performers, and workshops. Revel in the resources of our eclectic community! Topics: agriculture, creativity, history, wellness, and appreciation for our local natural resources. Featuring the Hocking College Nature Center, Witmer Lab Dinosaur Exploration, the Hill Spirits band, and more. More details on the ACPL online events calendar.
CHALK ART FOR PEACE IN UKRAIN Book Drive for Refugee Children
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesWHEN: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, FROM 10-2PM WHERE: ALLEY NEXT TO THE ATHENS PUBLIC LIBRARY (ACCESSIBLE FROM HOME STREET) WHAT: Bring the whole family to help us create messages of hope, art of support, and images of peace for Ukrainian refugee school children. SUGGESTED DONATIONS: Puzzles Boardgames Coloring books English books for ages 7-17 $10 per... Read More