What to expect when it's snowing

The City of Athens Arts, Parks and Recreation department is adopting the following policy in regards to snow levels;

• Level 1 Snow Emergency: All activities, programs, and ARTS/West presents will continue at designated facilities.
• Level 2 Snow Emergency: Facilities open, all ARTS/West presents activities and programs canceled.
• Level 3 Snow Emergency: Facilities closed and all activities canceled.

If a Level 1 or 2 has been issued you should contact the instructor/facilitator of your class/activity.

Please be aware that if a Level 3 Snow Emergency is issued for Athens County any and all activities scheduled in the ARTS/West facility must be canceled.

You can contact the Sheriff's office or follow Athens County Public Information Office on Twitter: http://twitter.com/AthensPIO

Thank you and be safe.
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Snow Emergency Explanation

Level 1 Snow Emergency
Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads are also icy; drive carefully.

Level 2 Snow Emergency
Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Only those who believe it is necessary to drive should be out on the roadways. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work.

Level 3 Snow Emergency
All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel. No one else should be out during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel. All employees should contact their employers to see if they should report to work. Those traveling on the roadways may be subject to arrest.

Advocate for the Arts

Advocate for the Arts

Hot Buttered Art

February 5, 2010, 5:00pm-9:00pm.
ARTS/West presents the "Hot Buttered Art" art opening by Emily Beveridge.
All Paintings are based on songs.

Artist statement: "Using spray paint, acrylic, and marker, my work tends to have a childlike, naïve quality to it. Yet the images are rich with symbolism and subversion. Many of the pieces are symmetrical, which contrasts nicely and gives order to the more whimsical elements. Themes that are often explored in my work are animals, tragic humor, and personal memories. For influences, I find myself drawn to folk art, works made by other cultures, cartoons, and religious iconography."

Learn more about Emily Beveridge by checking out her website HERE

DJ Barticus will be on hand and please enjoy light refreshments at the opening on February 5th.

Exhibition Dates:
February 5 - February 25, 2010
10:00am - 4:00pm Weekdays
Or by call ahead (740) 592-4315 to ask about visiting during off hours

Paint Supplies Needed!

The ARTS/West Stage is in desperate need of painting! We have the volunteers to do it, now we need the supplies. The following supplies are needed to complete this task:

• 7 Gallons of "Rare Wine" Paint from Lowes
• Paint Rollers
• Painters Tape

If you would be willing to donate an item mentioned above, please drop it off at ARTS/West Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00pm.

Thank you for your continued support!

Bacon Happy Hour from 1-2

Aquabear Legion Pancake Breakfast!

Aquabear continues our annual tradition of the best fundraiser ever, our Pancake Breakfast this Sunday, Jan.31 from 1-5 in the ARTS/West basement.

All you can eat Pancakes! Coffee! More! ONLY $5!
Bacon Happy hour from 1-2*

Come support the Aquabear and eat some awesome food. We will playing some great Ohio music all afternoon!

And be sure to stick around for the long awaited return of the ARTS/West noise and improv night at 5pm upstairs....

For more information about what we do visit: www.aquabearlegion.com

Bring your friends! Eat pancakes! Support local music!

*we cannot guarantee bacon after 2pm!

FRONT & CENTER

FRONT & CENTER

a free music event for school age kids every third Saturday of each month (Sept.-May)
noon - 1 pm.

January 16th special guest: Dave Brennan Bluegrass Music and History. Second half of event is always an open stage for any kids to share instrumental or vocal music--if you choose. Or just listen and enjoy!

Hounds of Appalachia

Art opening Thursday, January 14, 2010, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Hounds of Appalachia. Poetry and Paintings: A show exploring the timeless relationship between humans and dogs.

Enjoy light refreshments (rabbit, a vegan dish, and wine) at the opening on January 14th.

Exhibition Dates:
January 4 - January 31, 2010
10:00am - 4:00pm Weekdays
Or by call ahead (740) 592-4315 to ask about visiting during off hours

Through my J.D. Gram's poems and Leah Gram's paintings, this show portrays contemporary sporting recreation in Appalachia, with its traditions rooted in times of survival. "These paintings reflect my experiences raising floppy-eared, bawl-mouthed, coon, squirrel, and rabbit hounds and watching as these well-bred animals morph back and forth between skilled hunters and spoiled lovable companions."

2 more chances to see A Christmas Carol

Dec. 21-23 at 7:30 PM- Studio For Young Actors presents A Christmas Carol. Don't miss Athens' Annual Holiday Favorite! SFYA present its fourth annual production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol at ARTS/West. The shows start at 7:30, but join us at 7:00 each evening for caroling and refreshments!

This family-friendly show features a talented cast of youths and adults. A Christmas Carol tells the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and his spectacular transformation after being visited by four ghosts on Christmas Eve.

Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for teens/youths and available at the door.