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You've come to the right place. Athens County is known for its exciting music and arts scene. From festivals large and small and Broadway shows to hot bands in a cozy pub, there's plenty of fun to go around.
Upcoming Athens County Events
Thursday August 28, 2008
Bead International & Beyond BasketryAn exhibition of innovative and contemporary trends in the media of beading and basketry.Location: 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens
Phone: 740-592-4981 Chesterhill Produce AuctionA weekly produce auction.
Location: 8380 Wagoner Road, Chesterhill
Phone: 740-767-4938 Summer Movie Series in Lindley Theater: Tommy BoyThomas Callahan, Jr. is kind of a dumb guy.
Location: Lindley Hall Room 321
Friday August 29, 2008
Athens County Military Museum Final Friday SpeakerAthens County Historical Society & Museum’s Curator/Education Coordinator Heather Reed will present, “Andrews Raiders-The Great Locomotive Chase” as part of the Athens County Military Museum’s Final Friday Speaker Series this Friday, August 29 at 7:00 pm at the museum located at 145 W. Columbus Street in Nelsonville. Location: 145 W. Columbus Street, Nelsonville
Phone: 740-592-2280 Final Fridays on the Square: Dog DaysBring your friendly pooches to strut their stuff to our dog-friendly, Historic Square Arts District.
Location: Public Square, Nelsonville
Phone: 740-753-3391 Racing at Skyline SpeedwayIf you're looking for racing, Skyline Speedway is the place to be on Friday nights.
Location: 53 Bethany Ridge Road, Stewart
Phone: 740-662-4111
Saturday August 30, 2008
Caboose TrainDon't miss the Caboose Train, which runs only once a year.Location: 33 East Canal Street, Nelsonville
Phone: 800-967-7834 Heroes and Hell Raisers: Athens County and Ohio in the Civil WarHeroes & Hell Raisers: Athens County and Ohio in the Civil War, tells the story of Athens County during the Civil War and the role several Athens Countians played in the conflict.
Location: 145 West Columbus Street, Nelsonville
Phone: 740-592-2280 Shawnee HomecomingMain Street Shawnee comes to life with a public dinner at the Masonic Lodge, parade, music, games, homecoming hike and farmers market.
Location: Shawnee, OH
Phone: 740-394-1101 The Passenger Train CongressBringing back rail travel to Southeast Ohio.
Location: 30 Home Street, Athens
Phone: 740-592-4272
Monday September 01, 2008
Labor Day TrainCelebrate the holiday with an old-fashioned train ride!Location: 33 East Canal Street, Nelsonville
Phone: 800-967-7834 Old Settlers ReunionJoin us for a parade, entertainment and great food.
Location: Jacksonville
Phone: 740-590-2744
Tuesday September 02, 2008
Celtic NightCome hear your favorite Irish jig at Athens' favorite Irish pub, brought to you by local musicians.Location: Jackie O's, 24 West Union St., Athens
Phone: 740-594-2739
Thursday September 04, 2008
Registration for Low-Cost Spay/Neuter ClinicsThe Athens County Humane Society will be holding a registration session for low cost spay/neuter clinics.Location: 1000 East State Street, Athens
Phone: 740-592-6047
Saturday September 06, 2008
Stuart's Community Yard SaleDonate unwanted items to help raise money for Stuart's Opera House.Location: 52 Public Square, Nelsonville
Phone: 740-753-1924 Federal Valley Concert Series: The McGovern BrothersThe Federal Valley Resource Center hosts a different band on the first Saturday of every month. Tickets are by donation.
Location: Middle School Building, Stewart, OH
Sunday September 07, 2008
Albany FairThe Albany Independent Fair, or often called simply the "Albany Fair" is one of only a few independent fairs in the state of Ohio. With rides, animals, tractor/truck pulls, demolition derby and the usual fair scene, this is fun for the whole family!Location: Albany Riding Club Grounds, Route 32
Phone: 740-698-6295
Thursday September 11, 2008
Beyond Drawing: Constructed RealitiesThis exhibition presents works that linger at the edge of established boundaries of formal drawing, while exploring a particular memory, a personal experience, a social commentary or architectonic meditations.Location: Seigfred Gallery, Trisolini Gallery
Phone: 740-593-0796 Inside/Outside: Art Talks at the KennedyMamerto Tindongan, Wood Sculptor.
Location: Kennedy Museum of Art
Phone: 740-593-1304
Friday September 12, 2008
Malcolm HolcombeSPECIAL BACKSTAGE SHOW!
Stuart's welcomes North Carolina folk/Americana cult legend Malcolm Holcombe for a special backstage show! Don't miss this one! Tickets will go on sale Monday, August 4th.Location: Nelsonville, Ohio
Phone: 740-753-1924
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