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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
Friday May 09, 2008
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HarveyDon't miss this Pulitzer-Prize-winning comedy about a man and his imaginary friend, a 6' 1-1/2" rabbit named Harvey.Location: Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville
Phone: 740-753-1924
Portfolios & Suites from the Print CollectionThis exhibition highlights contemporary prints from Kennedy Museum’s renowned print collection. The words “portfolio” or “suite” refer to a set of prints by an artist or group of artists, typically inspired by a particular theme or subject matter.Location: Lin Hall, The Ridges
Phone: 740-593-1304
Location: Baker Theater, Kantner Hall
Phone: 740-593-4800 Ancestors of Athens County: Treasures from First FamiliesConnect to what Athens County's ancestors treasured by discovering objects in both the changing exhibit and the permanent exhibit space.
Location: 65 North Court Street, Athens
Phone: 740-592-2280 Open Stage with Bruce DalzellFridays during Ohio University's academic quarter, at the Front Room.
Location: The Front Room, Baker Center
Phone: 740-566-0936 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 Spring Literary FestivalThis event is sponsored the Ohio University department of English and is free to the public.
Location: Ohio University Baker Center
Phone: 740-593-4181
Saturday May 10, 2008
Belly Dancing & Music at SalaamCome and enjoy the Middle-Eastern style cuisine and dance!Location: 33 North Court Street, Athens
Phone: 740-594-3800 Tour de Forest Benefit Bicycle RideSerious area bicyclists, casual riders, and families are all invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Tour de Forest Benefit Bicycle Ride.
Location: Eclipse Company Town
Phone: 866-394-3011 "Double Reed Day"A free concert presented by the Ohio University School of Music.
Location: Recital Hall - Robert Glidden Hall, School of Music
Phone: 740-593-1623 An Evening in Moonet's GardenJoin the Dairy Barn for its biennial fund-raising gala event!
Location: 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens
Phone: 740-592-4981 Appalachian Spring FestivalCelebrate the arrival of spring at this turn-of-the-century coal company mining town in Athens County featuring live music, a benefit auction, art and plant vendors, special exhibits and great food!
Location: Eclipse Company Town
Phone: 866-394-3011
Sunday May 11, 2008
Putt People First Grand OpeningTo celebrate the grand opening of Putt People First, there will be free golf from noon to 4:00 pm.Location: Athens City Southside Park, Dairy Lane
Phone: 740-594-3533 Mother's Day Paddle Down the Hocking River
Phone: 740-592-3496
Monday May 12, 2008
$5 Lunch at Hocking CollegeIt may be that there's no such thing as a free lunch, but at the Inn at Hocking College, you can buy a four-course meal prepared by Hocking College culinary students for only five dollars.Location: The Inn at Hocking College
Phone: 740-753-3531 Open Stage at Jackie O'sMusicians and music fans will converge on Jackie O's to hear classic covers and originals by local artists.
Location: 24 West Union Street, Athens
Phone: 740-594-2739
Tuesday May 13, 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 Open Stage with Catfish and JunebugDownstairs at the Blue Gator.
Location: 63 North Court Street, Downstairs
Phone: 740-594-7271 Percussion Ensemble "Drumming!"A free concert presented by the Ohio University School of Music.
Location: Recital Hall - Robert Glidden Hall, School of Music
Phone: 740-593-4244 Singer/Songwriter CircleEvery Tuesday during OU's academic quarter.
Location: 1804 Lounge, Baker Center
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