11/7/2009 - 3/13/2010 Winter Safari Tours. The winter is a wonderful time to see and experience the Wilds at work. Exclusive Winter Safari Tours have been created for adults and children alike to experience the Wilds between the general visitor seasons. See and learn about rare and endangered animals during the winter months of November through March on these special safari tour programs. Address: the Wilds 14000 International Rd Cumberland, OH 43732. Phone numbers: Reservations: (740) 638-5030. Email: reservations@thewilds.org
4/23/2009 - 4/22/2010 The First American West: Frontier and Freedom in Athens County. Set in a log cabin replica inside the Athens County Historical Society & Museum, this hands-on interactive exhibit takes us along the arduous journey made by pioneers to settle the Northwest Territory. Address: Athens County Historical Society & Museum 65 North Court Street Athens, OH 45701. Phone numbers: (740) 592-2280 Email: director@athenshistory.org
8/9/2009 - 10/9/2010 The Quaker Tapestry Exhibit. A modern tapestry, this international community project based in Great Britain explores three centuries of the history of the Religious Society of Friends within a series of 77 fascinating panels. The North American traveling version of the exhibit shows 12 panels from the original British group and the three finished North American panes. In addition there are preparatory drawings for the needle work of the seven panels not yet completed. Address: Quaker Heritage Center, Wilmington College 1870 Quaker Way Wilmington, OH 45177. Phone numbers: (937) 382-6661
2/11/2010 Passion Works Fine Art Gallery Grand Opening. Have you stopped in to see the new gallery space at Passion Works? This dedicated space for fine art display will be ready for its official debut February 11. Stop in from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm and see the unveiling of an amazing installation. The newly created works are the result of an Ohio Arts Council funded residency led by Passion Works’ founder, Patty Mitchell and a creative collaboration between Passion Works Artists and The Aesthetic Technologies Lab at Ohio University. Come celebrate the marriage of Passion Works artwork with the cutting edge technical capabilities of Ohio University’s Aesthetic Technologies Lab (@Lab). You won’t want to miss it! Address: 20 East State Street, Athens.
2/1/2010 -2/28/2010 and 3/1/2010 -3/19/2010 Women of Appalachia. A collection of events, January through March, showcasing Appalachian Ohio's visual, literary and performing women artists from Athens, Meigs, Morgan and Hocking Counties. Go to www.womenofappalachia.net for more information. The art exhibit runs through March 19, 2010 at the Multicultural Center Gallery on the 2nd Floor of Baker University Center. Founders Day Reception, February 19, 11:00 am - noon.
"Women Speak," March 4, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, with reception following. Address: One Park Place, Athens, OH 45701, 2nd floor Gallery. Phone #: (740) 707-3135
2/14/2010 The Avett Brothers. Performing a delightful mixture of ragtime, honky-tonk, rock 'n' roll and old-time country, the Avett Brothers have quickly become a favorite among Athenians.When people ask Scott and Seth Avett how long they've been playing music they'll usually say, "forever." Though, under the name The Avett Brothers, they've only been playing for a relatively short amount of time. Yet, the Avett's sound is indicative of a lifetime of development and an implicit partnership. Address: Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, Athens. Phone #: 740-593-1780
3/21/2010 Hospice of Carroll County's "Treasures of Time" - Antique Appraisals & Auction. Bring your family heirlooms and treasures to this afternoon of appraisals and auctions. Purchase of a ticket entitles you to have one (1) item appraised by professionals. No item for appraisal? Find a treasure of your own in Silent Auction selections or during the Live Auction with Bill Newell. Refreshments and a 50-50 drawing, too! Address: Days Inn Carrollton, 1111 Canton Rd, Carrollton Phone #: Hospice (330) 627-4796 or Marjorie (330) 739-2845
4/11/2010 Daffodil Drive-it-Yourself Tour. A scenic, self-guided tour highlighting various agricultural, historical and recreational points of interest in Brown, Harrison and Rose Townships. Food stops will feature home-cooked fare sure to satisfy hearty appetites. Tour maps will be available on the day of the tour only. Address: Carroll County Fairgrounds, 106 Kensington Rd NE, Carrollton. Phone #: (330) 627-0103 or 1-877-727-0103 (toll free)
3/3/2010-3/4/2010 The Tiverton Community Institute. This two day event just may be the only two-day Farmers' Institute left in Ohio. Once held in every rural community, farmers' institutes were fun and educational events that brought new techniques and ideas to the farming community. Address: Tiverton Grange Hall, SR 206 and 20, Tiverton, OH. Phone #: (740) 824-3152 Email: drycj55@gmail.com
3/18/2010 Circo Comedia. night filled with lots of thrills, comedy and daredevil stunts, Circo Comedia, come's to the stage of the Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center presented by The Brad Simon Organization. This fast paced entertaining show is an adventure for all ages and perfect for anyone who loves to laugh. Circo Comedia is a comic vaudevillian duo that does so much more than juggle, it is a rare combination of superstar talent and genuine improvisational skill. Address: Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center 7033 Glenn Highway, Cambridge, OH 43725. Phone #: 740-439-7009
4/16/2010-4/18/2010 A Spring Literary Arts Festival. Enjoy displays, children's activities, storytelling sessions, dance programs, musical performances and keynote presentations by award-winning and New York Times bestselling authors. 1920's theme. Address: Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library 120 N. Market St. McArthur, OH 45651. Phone #: 740-596-5691
4/1/2010-6/30/2010 Millersburg Glass 100th Anniversary: The Popular Hobstar and Feather Pattern. See various styles of glass that have been made for years! Address: Millersburg Glass Museum, 87 W. Jackson St., Millersburg, Ohio 44654. Phone #: 330-674-2497
4/22/2010-4/25/2010 Pike County Dogwood Festival. This event is held on the streets of Piketon, Ohio and features exhibits highlighting old-fashioned arts and crafts, quilt show, antique car show, bike show, cyclist Dogwood Tour, chain saw contests, fiddle and banjo contests, horseshoe contests, band concerts and lots of good old-fashioned food! Phone #: 740-222-0389 or 740-947-9650. Email: Dogwoodinc@yahoo.com
7/4/2009 - 3/28/2010 Chihuly Reimagined. Franklin Park Conservatory's signature collection of Dale Chihuly artworks in new configurations and locations along with new work by this world-renowned artist is on view. Originally displayed at the Conservatory in 2003-2004, thousands individual, vibrant hand-blown glass elements are placed amidst the plant collections,throughout the building, and in indoor and outdoor spaces. Address: Franklin Park Conservatory 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203. Phone #: (614) 645-8733 or (800) 214-7275 Email: marketing@fpconservatory.org
2/14/2010 - 4/18/2010 Paintings by Christopher Leeper. Christopher Leeper is an award-winning Ohio artist, illustrator, and author of "Realism in Watercolor: 2002. His paintings have been selected for many national exhibitions. This solo show will include his current work and selected original illustrations for the children's books he created for the Smithsonian and the African Wildlife Foundation. Address: Zanesville Museum of Art 620 Military Road Zanesville, OH 43701 Phone #: (740) 452-0741 Email: vanessa@zanesvilleartcenter.org
3/13/2010 - 3/14/2010 Celtic Lands Culture Fest. The annual Celtic Lands Culture Fest offers an array of folklore and art from Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Marvel at the fast and fancy footwork of traditional Celtic dancers, listen to Celtic folk tales told by skilled storytellers, enjoy music by local Celtic musicians, then shop the vendors’ booths for authentic wares. Activities/entertainment in public areas are free. Activities inside museums carry an admission charge. Address: Grand Rotunda Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal 1301 Western Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45203. Phone #: (513) 287-7000 or (800) 700-2077. Email: information@cincymuseum.org
4/16/2010 - 4/18/2010 9th Annual Shoot The Hills Photography Contest. The region's largest photography competition invites professional and amateur photographers to this one-of-a-kind event. The digital division is a 24 hour competition with categories for point & shoot and digital SLR. There is also a print division. Winning entries are printed in a Collector's Edition book showcasing the Hocking Hills. Address: Hocking Hills Dining Hall 20160 St. Rt. 664 S Logan, OH 43138. Phone #: (740) 774-6243
4/24/2010 - 4/25/2010 Ashville Viking Festival. Presenting a living history event that reenacts a Viking All-Thing from a thousand years ago. Featuring a 40 ft. replica Viking Longship. There will be a variety of entertainment, including music, dance, and swordplay. Also on hand: crafts demonstrations, period merchandise to buy, a variety of food, and a children’s area with crafts and storytellers. Address: Ashville Village Park 200 Walnut St. Ashville, OH 43103. Phone #: (740) 983-9390 Email: vikingfestival@gmail.com