Photo Contest & Exhibit Call for Entries
A day in the life of a community arts facility 132 W. State St, Athens, OH 45701 (740) 592-4315
Friday, December 21, 2018
Thursday, December 20, 2018
DEADLINE EXTENDED
FOR PUBLIC MURAL PROJECT PROPOSALS
The Athens Municipal Arts Commission (A.M.A.C.) is seeking submissions for a mural to be installed at the Waste Water Treatment Plant (W.W.T.P.).
The City of Athens has allocated approximately $3000 ($2250 stipend and $750 materials cost) for a permanent work of public art to be installed on the sides of two clarifiers at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.
It is expected that work on the site can begin on or around April 15, 2019 with anticipated completion prior to July 1, 2019. Please note that weather may delay the start date and the exact date will be determined by the City Safety and Service Director.
For more information, and to view the complete submission prospectus:
Please visit the city website:
and click link on left side of the page "WWTP Call for Art Proposals”.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: All submissions must be hand-delivered or received no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, November 30, 2018 - EXTENDED TO JANUARY 7th at 5pm
Mail/hand deliver applications to:
Waste Water Treatment Plant Mural Project
Arts West
132 West State Street
Wednesday, December 19, 2018
Southeast Ohio Rainbow Alliance's
1st Annual
Near Year's Eve Extravaganza
Monday, December 31, Doors Open at 8pm
The SEO Rainbow Alliance is hosting their First Annual
New Year's Eve Extravaganza at Arts West
Tickets: $25 (includes champagne or non-alcoholic toast & free desserts)
Doors Open at 8pm
Arts West Gallery will feature LGBTQ artist, Luke Boyd's cake paintings!
DJ Logan Savage will spin the tunes
***Midnight countdown will feature Passion Works Studios' rainbow ball drop
- You do NOT want to miss this!***
Beer, Wine & Mixed Drinks Specials: $5
Water & Sodas: $1
Proceeds benefit SEORA
Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Monday, December 17, 2018
Personal Safety Workshop for Kids and Caregivers
Monday, Dec 17, 6-7:15pm
More info at Facebook Event
Friday, December 14, 2018
Athens County Community Singers
a choir for all voices
Christmas Concert
Thursday, Dec. 20, 7pm
$10 suggested donation ~ group rate available at the door
athens county community singers, a choir for all voices, is a nonprofit organization
ACCS Facebook Page
ACCS Facebook Page
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
Year-end membership opportunity
Gain access to the SEO Musical Lending Library, Cat's PJs Clothing Exchange, discounts and more - Morel, Paw Paw Patch, Dogwood, Foothills and Skyline levels available

Questions and more info call 740-592-4315 or email artswestathens@gmail.com.
Gain access to the SEO Musical Lending Library, Cat's PJs Clothing Exchange, discounts and more - Morel, Paw Paw Patch, Dogwood, Foothills and Skyline levels available

Questions and more info call 740-592-4315 or email artswestathens@gmail.com.
Monday, December 10, 2018
S.A.T.B. A Different Kind of Choir
presents their Winter Concert
Soaring Above Troubles Beneath
Sunday December 16th at 7pm
Stop by by for an evening of music and refreshments to benefit AthensHOPE.
We hope to see you there!
Sunday, Dec 16th, 7pm
Suggested donation: $10 per person; $15 per family
Athens HOPE - Halting Opioid Abuse through Prevention and Education, is a community group founded in 2017 to aid in the fight against the opioid epidemic. The group is committed to preventing opioid abuse by educating children, parents, and college students about the realities of opioid addiction and encouraging treatment by reducing the stigma surrounding addiction.
Founded through a university/community partnership between the Athens City-Council Health Department, Ohio University's College of Health Sciences and Professions and OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital, the group now encompasses a number of area educators, health professionals and local leaders.
Wednesday, December 05, 2018
The Appalachian Ohio School of Herbal Medicine
presents
Adaptogens: Herbs for Resiliency
with Clinical Herbalist, Caty Crabb
Thursday, December 13, 2018, 6–8pm
Come and learn about a class of herbs known for reducing stress, increasing energy
and optimizing health!
Thursday, DECEMBER 13th, 6-8pm
132 W.State St, at ARTS/West
$20- $30 sliding scale
●Relieve stress and reduce the stress response
●Increase stamina, energy, and endurance
●Strengthen the immune system
●Improve vitality!
Adaptogens are some of the most important plants used in herbal medicine for creating long term change in the body. These safe, tonic plants work on the brain and neuroendocrine system to change the way your entire system handles stress of all types. From American Ginseng and Ashwagandha to Rhodiola and Schisandra, come and learn about 11 medicinal plants that increase your body’s resistance to stress, strengthen your resiliency, and restore balance to the body!
Register at: appalachianohio.herbschool@gmail.com, by calling 740-274-9494,
or stop by the Wildfire Herbs booth at Athens Farmers Market on Saturdays 9am-noon (inside the mall starting in December).
Thursday, DECEMBER 13th, 6-8pm
132 W.State St, at ARTS/West
$20- $30 sliding scale
●Relieve stress and reduce the stress response
●Increase stamina, energy, and endurance
●Strengthen the immune system
●Improve vitality!
Adaptogens are some of the most important plants used in herbal medicine for creating long term change in the body. These safe, tonic plants work on the brain and neuroendocrine system to change the way your entire system handles stress of all types. From American Ginseng and Ashwagandha to Rhodiola and Schisandra, come and learn about 11 medicinal plants that increase your body’s resistance to stress, strengthen your resiliency, and restore balance to the body!
Register at: appalachianohio.herbschool@gmail.com, by calling 740-274-9494,
or stop by the Wildfire Herbs booth at Athens Farmers Market on Saturdays 9am-noon (inside the mall starting in December).
Tuesday, December 04, 2018
OU Undergraduate
Painting Class Exhibition
Opening Thursday, Dec 6, 5:30-8:30pm
The OU Undergraduate Painting class, Alternative Painting, taught by MFA student Luke Boyd will exhibit artworks focusing on introspective expression through self-portraiture. The show opens Thursday, Dec. 6th at 5:30-8:30pm, and will be on display only until the 13th.
Hurry on over to have a look or purchase some artwork for someone special
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
2018 Holiday Craft Swap
Sunday, Dec 2, 2pm
Bring handmade, giftable items to exchange for an equal number of items made by other local makers. The swapping starts around 2pm and goes until all the items are gone (which doesn't take very long). The swap has a spirit of community celebration. It's a great way to share your talents and wares! Please feel free to bring snacks or cookies to share.
For more information please contact Arts West: 740-592-4315
or check out the Facebook Event
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Musical Petting Zoo
at Chauncey Public Library
Thursday, Nov 29, 4-5pm
Join us for some old time fiddle tunes, fiddle sticks, and a great selection of old time musical instruments for all sized players to try out. Joe Burdock will give a fiddle stick presentation and participants can make their own set of sticks to take home after playing a few tunes. We'll bring the upright bass, several guitars, banjos, and more! A free event brought to you by the Southeast Ohio Musical Lending Library and Athens County Public Library. After-school snack provided. Led by ARTS/West.
Thursday, November 29, 4-5pm
@Chauncey Public Library
Thursday, November 29, 4-5pm
@Chauncey Public Library
29 Converse St, Chauncey, OH 45719
740-797-2512

Tuesday, November 20, 2018
NOTICE: Call for Art
for a project organized through Ohio UniversityProposals Due by Dec 1st at 5pm
Open OHIO is seeking proposals for an original, collaborative work of art that includes perspectives from multiple disciplines on the concept ot "Navigating Turbulance"
Please click HERE for more information

Monday, November 19, 2018
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Square Dance Social
Update of 11/15/18:
CANCELLED--Square Dance Social 11/15
CANCELLED--Square Dance Social 11/15
Tonight's Square Dance Social is being cancelled
due to flooding off of Rt. 550.
Look for updates on a December Square Dance soon to come!
---------------------------------------------due to flooding off of Rt. 550.
Look for updates on a December Square Dance soon to come!
Square Dance Social
Thursday, November 15, 7-10pm
Caller Joe Burdock, & musicians Matt McElroy & Friends
will bring us an evening of lively old time music
No Experience or Partner Neeeded!
Bring friends, a good attitude, & an adult beverage of your choice (with valid 21+ ID)
Featuring: A Cake Walk. Desserts provided by Twisted Sister Novelty Baked Goods
$6 Suggested Donation
Dancing begins @7pm and wraps up around 10
Friday, November 09, 2018
Moon Tunnel Literary Reading Series
Friday, Nov 9, 7pm
Last installment of Moon Tunnel for the semester!
This final reading of the Fall semester will feature fabulous works from
This final reading of the Fall semester will feature fabulous works from
Alicia Fuhrman, Laura Post, and Kay Keegan
The reading begins at 7 p.m.
The reading begins at 7 p.m.
Please, feel free to arrive a little early to mingle with the rest of the lovely English department crowd
Bring your own beer or wine (I.D. required) ~ Snacks will be provided
Free Admission
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Moon Tunnel is a reading series featuring the work of Creative Writers from Ohio University's graduate programs. The series will be held on five Friday evenings throughout the 2018-19 Academic year at 7:00pm in the basement room of Arts West. Moon Tunnel is sponsored by the OU English Department.
November Family Dance
Sunday, Nov 11, 3-5pm
Family Contra Dancing!
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of dancing and music
Stump Juice will play hot tunes to get kids and adults dancing together
No experience needed. All dances will be taught. Drop in any time
Admission by donation
Suggested donation $3/dancer
Or visit Facebook Event

Thursday, November 08, 2018
Front & Center
Saturday, Nov 10, 12-1pm
a FREE musical performance & children’s open stage
for solo & ensemble music acts
Special guests:
Ohio University Piano Majors: Laura Silva & Elizabeth Jackson
Featuring a presentation of the music of Claude Debussy.
For more information about this event contact Trisha Lachman: Trisha@boochee.com
Wednesday, November 07, 2018
Herbal Relief in Cold & Flu Season
Thursday, Nov 8, 6-8pm
with Caty Crabb, Clinical Herbalist,
Appalachian Ohio School of Herbal Medicine
Get prepared for winter with knowledge of herbs that fight viruses,
combat coughs, and support your sinuses!
Thursday, NOVEMBER 8th
6:00-8:00pm
132 W.State St, at ARTS/West
$20- $30 sliding scale (cash or check)
Herbs can be very useful in preventing illness, as well as dealing with it once you have one. In this class we will talk about which herbs help and when
and how to use them effectively
and how to use them effectively
We'll also be talking about both common and less well known herbs as well as clearing up some misconceptions about popular plants.
Sign up at: wildfireherbs@gmail.com, by calling 740-274-9494, or stop by the Wildfire Herbs booth at Athens Farmers Market on Saturdays 9am-noon.
You can find us on Facebook or Instagram at @appalachianohio.herbschool
*Coming up December 13th:
Adaptogens--Herbs for Resilience!*

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