Community News

(Athens Hills CSA)

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 17:01:00 +0200

the Grand Opening of Libby's Kitchen and Deli at Busy Day Market is tomorrow afternoon! There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:45PM, and from 4 to 7 PM, kitchen tours, meal samples, door prizes (Athens County)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:44:51 +0200

the Grand Opening of Libby's Kitchen and Deli at Busy Day Market is tomorrow afternoon! There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:45PM, and from 4 to 7 PM, kitchen tours, meal samples, door prizes every half hour, and special one-night-only sales!! Don't miss out on your chance to win fun prizes and support Busy Day Market!!

Libby's Kitchen and Deli Grand Opening :: Athens County Visitor's Bureau :: Athens County Visitor's.
athensohio.com

loves the new photo from Brenda Tong! (Athens County)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:36:38 +0200

loves the new photo from Brenda Tong!

Silent, candlelight vigil calling for an end to wars and military violence around the world. War is never the answer. Organized by UCM and the Appalachian Peace and Justice Network. (UCM)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:04:44 +0200

Silent, candlelight vigil calling for an end to wars and military violence around the world. War is never the answer. Organized by UCM and the Appalachian Peace and Justice Network.

9-11 Peace Vigil

New Americorp Members Join Monday Creek Restoration Project (Rural Rambler)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:28:00 +0200

The Monday Creek Restoration Project has two new Americorp members joining them for 2010-2011. Elise and Emily will be valuable assets to the project in the coming year. We are looking forward to all of their great accomplishments in the coming year. Continue reading below to find out a little bit more about them!

Elise Gage completed her undergraduate education at The Ohio State University in 2008, receiving a Bachelors Degree in Environment and Natural Resources with a focus on Water Law and Policy. While in college, Elise held an internship with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife, where she worked to manage and maintain the state’s wildlife website and other online information.

Enthusiastic about the outdoors, Elise enjoys spending time learning, experiencing, and teaching others about Ohio’s natural resources. She believes great work can be accomplished for the environment when a community is brought together with common goals and interests for a sustainable future. Elise is looking forward to working closely with the local community to help restore the health of Monday Creek Watershed.

Emily Hammon is originally from Logan and graduated from The Ohio State University in June with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education and Interpretation. Hoping to put that degree to good use, Emily is excited to start her position at MCRP and to embark on a new journey into the world of watershed restoration. Her work will include water quality sampling, community outreach and service projects, and environmental education activities with students and residents of the watershed. She looks forward to working with Monday Creek partners, Rural Action, and the neighboring watersheds in the coming year and contributing to the inspiring work these organizations do.

The Monday Creek Restoration Project has two new Americorp members joining them for 2010-2011. Elise and Emily will be valuable assets to the project in the coming year. We are looking forward to all of their great accomplishments in the coming year. Continue reading below to find out a little bit more about them!

Elise Gage completed her undergraduate education at The Ohio State University in 2008, receiving a Bachelors Degree in Environment and Natural Resources with a focus on Water Law and Policy. While in college, Elise held an internship with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife, where she worked to manage and maintain the state’s wildlife website and other online information.

Enthusiastic about the outdoors, Elise enjoys spending time learning, experiencing, and teaching others about Ohio’s natural resources. She believes great work can be accomplished for the environment when a community is brought together with common goals and interests for a sustainable future. Elise is looking forward to working closely with the local community to help restore the health of Monday Creek Watershed.

Emily Hammon is originally from Logan and graduated from The Ohio State University in June with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education and Interpretation. Hoping to put that degree to good use, Emily is excited to start her position at MCRP and to embark on a new journey into the world of watershed restoration. Her work will include water quality sampling, community outreach and service projects, and environmental education activities with students and residents of the watershed. She looks forward to working with Monday Creek partners, Rural Action, and the neighboring watersheds in the coming year and contributing to the inspiring work these organizations do.

New Fall Classes and Workshops (ARTS/West)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:07:00 +0200

Life Drawing Group
Tuesdays, 7pm-9pm
Sessions $5 to $7 (depending on participation)
No instruction, just drawing.

Poetry: Creative Meditation
Thursdays, 10-11:30
Sept 16 - Nov 4, 2010
$55 for 8 weeks or $8 per class
Instructor: Wendy McVicker

Writing poetry (loosely defined as concentrated language, "language with a little luck in it," metaphorical and image-rich language) can be a deeply satisfying way to consider and name one's own experience in and of the world. In this class, we will read poems and other writings that call us to this kind of attention, and write our own poems and short prose pieces. We will share our work, encouraging each writer to find her/his own way through the thicket of self-discovery. Writers of all levels of experience are welcome; we are all on the same path.

Wendy McVicker has over 20 years of experience as a teaching poet; in schools, prisons, libraries, art centers and hospitals. She is a member of the Ohio Arts Council's Arts Learning program. She has worked with people of varying abilities and most ages. Her poetry has appeared in small journals (most recently, Riverwind) and in the collection, Red Thread Gold Thread (ed. Alan Cohen).

To sign up contact ARTS/West weekdays 10am-4pm at 740/592-4315
or email us at artswestathens@gmail.comLife Drawing Group
Tuesdays, 7pm-9pm
Sessions $5 to $7 (depending on participation)
No instruction, just drawing.

Poetry: Creative Meditation
Thursdays, 10-11:30
Sept 16 - Nov 4, 2010
$55 for 8 weeks or $8 per class
Instructor: Wendy McVicker

Writing poetry (loosely defined as concentrated language, "language with a little luck in it," metaphorical and image-rich language) can be a deeply satisfying way to consider and name one's own experience in and of the world. In this class, we will read poems and other writings that call us to this kind of attention, and write our own poems and short prose pieces. We will share our work, encouraging each writer to find her/his own way through the thicket of self-discovery. Writers of all levels of experience are welcome; we are all on the same path.

Wendy McVicker has over 20 years of experience as a teaching poet; in schools, prisons, libraries, art centers and hospitals. She is a member of the Ohio Arts Council's Arts Learning program. She has worked with people of varying abilities and most ages. Her poetry has appeared in small journals (most recently, Riverwind) and in the collection, Red Thread Gold Thread (ed. Alan Cohen).

To sign up contact ARTS/West weekdays 10am-4pm at 740/592-4315
or email us at artswestathens@gmail.com

AthensCountyHS: http://athenscohumanesociety.blogspot.com/2010/09/how-much-is-this-going-to-cost.html http://fb.me/DDui2DJ9 (Humane Society)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:49:47 +0200

AthensCountyHS: http://athenscohumanesociety.blogspot.com/2010/09/how-much-is-this-going-to-cost.html http://fb.me/DDui2DJ9AthensCountyHS: http://athenscohumanesociety.blogspot.com/2010/09/how-much-is-this-going-to-cost.html http://fb.me/DDui2DJ9

How Much Is This Going to Cost? (Athens County Humane Society)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:24:00 +0200

Image courtesy of http://www.sxc.hu/profile/bjearwicke
copyright Benjamin Earwicke under a Creative Commons License.

Spend any amount of time in a veterinary office an you're guaranteed to hear a question that makes most animal health professionals groan internally. The question, seemingly innocuous, is "How much is this going to cost?"

The problem lies not with the question itself - but how it is phrased. Suspend reality for a moment and imagine your dog or cat as a car. Would you bring a car to the mechanic for an unknown issue and ask for a price before the mechanic had a chance to assess what's wrong? In the same way, animal health professionals dread the question of price because they can't give you a solid figure without figuring out what's wrong - animals can't speak to humans with language, telling us exactly where it hurts and what type of pain it is. Neither can cars.

Both situations require more delicacy and expertise to find the cause of a problem than if, for example, a fully grown adult were to go to a clinic and ask to be seen for a sprained ankle. What appears to a caring, concerned owner as something minor may, in fact, turn out to be much more serious of an issue.

So what should you ask instead? If you're facing a medical emergency or are visiting your veterinarian for a specific problem, you should ideally be focused on the problem at hand and not the sometimes substantial cost incurred. The best time to inquire about the price of emergency medical care is NOT when an emergency arises, but during the times everything is okay.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals suggests owners of small dogs squirrel away about $210 every year for recurring medical costs. Medium dogs require slightly more in terms of monetary investment - about $235 a year. Large dogs cost an average of $260 a year in routine medical care, and cats generally cost a bit less to maintain - about $160 a year in routine medical costs.

Start up a small savings fund for your pet's care. Plan to spend between $160 and $260 a year on things like an annual wellness exam, routine vaccinations, heart-worm preventative and flea and tick preventative. And it's worth it in the long run - even the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) agrees that spending annual routine care costs cuts down on emergency care later. Maintaining a regular history with your vet ensures that, when routine blood work does come back with a problem or Fluffy really doesn't feel well, both you and your veterinarian are able to agree that something is not right and catch potentially life-threatening issues earlier than might otherwise be possible.

Sure, in a perfect world every animal would have adequate veterinary care. But again, it isn't a perfect world and problems arise. What about when the proverbial litter box scoopings REALLY hit the fan? It's a question that's hard to answer based on a lot of variables, making the question "how much is this going to cost?" just that much more frustrating.

Internet advice articles abound telling pet owners exactly how much to plan for in the event of an animal emergency. Like all good advice, you get what you pay for. Setting an arbitrary number is a good starting point, but isn't always accurate. Some website advise you to squirrel away as little as $1000, while others suggest you keep a rolling account, placing $25 aside and into that account every week, much like you would a child's college fund.

Out of the two options that seem to be favored among the Internet's armchair experts, the second is closer to the mark. $25 each week equals out to just over $1300 a year, enough to cover some, but not all, emergencies. Most animals never encounter an emergency each year, but you'll never know when one will hit. And the idea is to be prepared for when an emergency does occur.

The problem of the price knowledge gap comes, in part, because a lot of pet owner's don't understand the true cost of what goes into caring for their animal. There's always a base exam fee - the money a veterinarian charges just for you being in the office. This can be likened to the same fee you pay to see your doctor.

There will almost always be some form of diagnostic testing...Blood work, diagnostic examinations, urine or fecal testing and fluid analysis are just some of the types of testing used to figure out why FiFi keeps throwing up. Since FiFi can't tell us directly what's going on, the doctor needs the aid of these tools to see what exactly is happening.

Even something seemingly as innocuous as a blood draw has money associated with it that may not be readily apparent. The needle and collection tube may only cost the veterinarian about $7. Paying a skilled technician to make the blood draw as painless as possible might cost another $5. Add in a $5 glass slide manufactured to fit the clinic's blood analysis machine and the energy needed to run in-house lab equipment, and you're looking almost $30 or more.

If FiFi needs medication, there's a cost associated with that. The base price the medication costs the clinic might be $2 per pill. The veterinary clinic needs to maintain a very costly license in order to administer those pills. The veterinary technician has to count, bottle and label those pills specifically for your pet in a childproof container with the exact dosage instructions tailored to your needs - not just anyone can do that, even as simple as it seems. For a week's supply of medication that cost the clinic $14, you may be paying $25 or more to cover those very real and necessary costs.

And for those of you wondering why $4 generic medications similar to those at Wal-Mart don't exist for Fido? The manufacturer of the medications sends the drugs pre-packaged to the pharmacy in handy one-month supplies already in their own containers. All the pharmacist has to do is slap a label on...a task that takes less than five minutes on even the busiest of days. Wal-Mart actually loses money on those prescriptions. They're able to recoup it when you spend the next 30 minutes walking around waiting for your prescription to be filled, possibly buying things in the process.

So you've come to the clinic at 3 AM for an emergency. You're already paying a basic exam fee, diagnostic testing fees and any after-hours fees the veterinarian has to charge in order to wake up the entire team in order to treat your animal. The veterinarian then must decide, based upon the diagnostic procedures, what is wrong with your animal. And that's not always easy. Even the simplest things like heart rate can vary wildly among animals of the same species based on age, gender and size. This is why having a regular check-up is important: it establishes what's NORMAL for your individual pet.

And then, the vet has come to a diagnosis. What now? If Fifi needs immediate surgery to save her life, you're looking at some big fees - the money associated with putting Fifi under anesthesia, monitoring her while she's unconscious, the cost of keeping the surgical suite as free of germs as possible (which takes meticulous attention to even the smallest detail. Not only do most veterinarians wear sterile gloves, but also sterile gowns, masks and headgear. If those things come into contact with something un-sterile, they must be replaced for the sake of keeping Fifi as safe as possible. You may balk, but imagine the fit you would have if you caught your child's surgeon wiping his or her nose while taking out YOUR CHILD'S appendix!)

The surgery has gone well and Fifi is in recovery. More costs are incurred because the staff needs to keep an eye on Fifi to ensure she has a successful recovery - anesthesia stays in the body even after someone wakes up, and although the biggest danger is past, Fifi is still at a life-threatening stage.) Medication might be administered to deal with the pain or anxiety associated with surgery. Fluids might be needed, depending on what the issue is.

Are you tired yet? So are the staff. So is Fifi. Take every moment gut-wrenching emotion of fear and anxiety and multiply it by 100 and that's what the staff of the veterinary clinic has just undergone in a very short span of time. Ask yourself if you can put a price on the love, joy and happiness your pet gives you. If you can readily say what that price is, you may be better off investing in a pet rock or sculpture.

Some key points to remember:

Don't wait until an emergency happens to start planning for one. It's better safe than sorry and there is no such thing as "too soon." A health emergency can strike any animal of any age at any time. That's why they're emergencies.
Keep up with your pet's regular care. Prevention may not be the best cure, but it's the best way to detect possible emergencies before they occur.
Speak frankly to your veterinarian about how much he or she charges his or her clients as an after-hours emergency fee.
Ask for an estimate. A veterinarian can't provide you with a solid cost because even the veterinarian isn't sure what will be necessary until he or she finds out what is wrong. But most veterinarians should be able to provide you with an estimate to give you a basic idea of the costs involved with the visit.
Explore other options, such as pet health insurance, to help offset the cost of care for your companion animal.
Ask about alternate payment plans. If you're a client in good standing, your veterinarian may be able to work out a billing plan. Some veterinary offices also allow you to apply for a line of credit to help cover the cost of your pet's care.
If you truly cannot afford veterinary care in an emergency situation, the Humane Society of the United States offers a list of organizations that may be able to provide temporary financial aid.

Image courtesy of http://www.sxc.hu/profile/bjearwicke
copyright Benjamin Earwicke under a Creative Commons License.

Don't wait until an emergency happens to start planning for one. It's better safe than sorry and there is no such thing as "too soon." A health emergency can strike any animal of any age at any time. That's why they're emergencies.
Keep up with your pet's regular care. Prevention may not be the best cure, but it's the best way to detect possible emergencies before they occur.
Speak frankly to your veterinarian about how much he or she charges his or her clients as an after-hours emergency fee.
Ask for an estimate. A veterinarian can't provide you with a solid cost because even the veterinarian isn't sure what will be necessary until he or she finds out what is wrong. But most veterinarians should be able to provide you with an estimate to give you a basic idea of the costs involved with the visit.
Explore other options, such as pet health insurance, to help offset the cost of care for your companion animal.
Ask about alternate payment plans. If you're a client in good standing, your veterinarian may be able to work out a billing plan. Some veterinary offices also allow you to apply for a line of credit to help cover the cost of your pet's care.
If you truly cannot afford veterinary care in an emergency situation, the Humane Society of the United States offers a list of organizations that may be able to provide temporary financial aid.

join us for a silent candlelight peace vigil on Saturday, September 11, 9pm - 9:30pm in front of the Athens Court House. War is never the answer. This vigil is for victims of all wars and military (UCM)

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:04:26 +0200

join us for a silent candlelight peace vigil on Saturday, September 11, 9pm - 9:30pm in front of the Athens Court House. War is never the answer. This vigil is for victims of all wars and military violence around the world. Candles will be provided.

http://www.ohiohistory.org/about/pr/081810a.html (Athens Co. Historical Society & Museum)

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:49:27 +0200

http://www.ohiohistory.org/about/pr/081810a.html

OHS - About OHS - Press Release
www.ohiohistory.org
Press releases from the Ohio Historical Society.

AthensCountyHS: 75,000 Hartz dog treats recalled. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/09/05/dog.treat.recall/?hpt=T2 (Humane Society)

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 03:53:56 +0200

AthensCountyHS: 75,000 Hartz dog treats recalled. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/09/05/dog.treat.recall/?hpt=T2AthensCountyHS: 75,000 Hartz dog treats recalled. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/09/05/dog.treat.recall/?hpt=T2

AthensCountyHS: Hilarious and wondering how long it took to train this dog. A must see! http://fb.me/G6hpFX5b (Humane Society)

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 14:26:28 +0200

AthensCountyHS: Hilarious and wondering how long it took to train this dog. A must see! http://fb.me/G6hpFX5bAthensCountyHS: Hilarious and wondering how long it took to train this dog. A must see! http://fb.me/G6hpFX5b

Create a Decorative Woodland Birdhouse: with Brian Mefferd (Athens Public Library)

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:24:54 +0200

Tuesday, October 12 at 4:30 pm
Make an ornamental birdhouse using found treasures.Â Take a nature walk and bring your finds to the library or just come and use ours!Â (We'll be making pine cone feeders with the littler ones.)Â All ages encouraged.Â

Tuesday, October 12 at 4:30 pm
Make an ornamental birdhouse using found treasures.Â Take a nature walk and bring your finds to the library or just come and use ours!Â (We'll be making pine cone feeders with the littler ones.)Â All ages encouraged.Â

Open Drawing: with Terence Hanley (Athens Public Library)

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:24:54 +0200

Thursday evenings, 6:30pm - 8pm
Will meet in the Children's Area, but all ages are welcome.Â Bring your own materials or use what is provided.

Thursday evenings, 6:30pm - 8pm
Will meet in the Children's Area, but all ages are welcome.Â Bring your own materials or use what is provided.

Week 13 Veggie List (Athens Hills CSA)

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:36:00 +0200

Open Drawing: with Terence Hanley (Athens Public Library)

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:24:46 +0200

Thursday evenings, 6:30pm - 8pm
Will meet in the Children's Area, but all ages are welcome.Â Bring your own materials or use what is provided.

Thursday evenings, 6:30pm - 8pm
Will meet in the Children's Area, but all ages are welcome.Â Bring your own materials or use what is provided.

welcome back, Ohio University students, faculty and staff!! (UCM)

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:11:48 +0200

welcome back, Ohio University students, faculty and staff!!

AthensCountyHS: We discovered today that Feisty one of our adoptable cats at Friendly Paws Pet Supplies & Grooming , who has been... http://fb.me/E62vdGfV (Humane Society)

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:17:29 +0200

AthensCountyHS: We discovered today that Feisty one of our adoptable cats at Friendly Paws Pet Supplies & Grooming , who has been... http://fb.me/E62vdGfVAthensCountyHS: We discovered today that Feisty one of our adoptable cats at Friendly Paws Pet Supplies & Grooming , who has been... http://fb.me/E62vdGfV

Women's Exercise Club: The Varieties of Exercise Experience (Athens Public Library)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:24:07 +0200

Meets at 6:30 pm on: Sept 9 Sept 16 Sept 23
Have you ever wanted to try out some of those great exercise DVDs that you see in the store?Â Well, this is your chance!Â Every session the group will try out one or two exercise DVDs, and you will have the opportunity to trade and borrow DVDs from group participants.Â Feel free to bring in your favorite!Â We are interested in yoga, dance, weight-loss, aerobics and any form of exercise that doesn't involve a lot of specialized equipment. The leaders of theÂ group are Ms. Liz Blair andÂ Ms. Re Jn.

Meets at 6:30 pm on: Sept 9 Sept 16 Sept 23
Have you ever wanted to try out some of those great exercise DVDs that you see in the store?Â Well, this is your chance!Â Every session the group will try out one or two exercise DVDs, and you will have the opportunity to trade and borrow DVDs from group participants.Â Feel free to bring in your favorite!Â We are interested in yoga, dance, weight-loss, aerobics and any form of exercise that doesn't involve a lot of specialized equipment. The leaders of theÂ group are Ms. Liz Blair andÂ Ms. Re Jn.

Women's Exercise Club: The Varieties of Exercise Experience (Athens Public Library)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:24:07 +0200

Meets at 6:30 pm on: Oct 7 Oct 21 Oct 28
Have you ever wanted to try out some of those great exercise DVDs that you see in the store?Â Well, this is your chance!Â Every session the group will try out one or two exercise DVDs, and you will have the opportunity to trade and borrow DVDs from group participants.Â Feel free to bring in your favorite!Â We are interested in yoga, dance, weight-loss, aerobics and any form of exercise that doesn't involve a lot of specialized equipment. The leaders of theÂ group are Ms. Liz Blair andÂ Ms. Re Jn.

Meets at 6:30 pm on: Oct 7 Oct 21 Oct 28
Have you ever wanted to try out some of those great exercise DVDs that you see in the store?Â Well, this is your chance!Â Every session the group will try out one or two exercise DVDs, and you will have the opportunity to trade and borrow DVDs from group participants.Â Feel free to bring in your favorite!Â We are interested in yoga, dance, weight-loss, aerobics and any form of exercise that doesn't involve a lot of specialized equipment. The leaders of theÂ group are Ms. Liz Blair andÂ Ms. Re Jn.

Do you like to make pie? Do you like to eat pie? UCM is hosting a pie bake off Sunday Oct. 3 at 2pm and you are invited to show off your skills and/or come and taste some of the best pies in t (UCM)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:15:24 +0200

Do you like to make pie?
Do you like to eat pie?
UCM is hosting a pie bake off
Sunday Oct. 3 at 2pm
and you are invited to show off your skills and/or come and taste some of the best pies in the county.

Enter Your Pie
Prizes for best in show for: Dessert Fruit, Dessert Non-fruit, Savory, Vegetarian, Best Crust, Most Creative and Best use of local ingredients.
~Entry forms available at UCM and online.
~Entry donation, sliding scale $5-20

I love pie, how do I get to eat some?
Show up at UCM at 2pm with $5-20 (sliding scale) for an all you can eat feast of some great homemade pie.

UCM's 1st Annual Pie Bake Off

Have a great weekend (ARTS/West)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:08:00 +0200

Fall is less than 20 days away, the leaves are just about ready to change, OU move-in starts today, the streets are packed, and we're gearing up for (if I may say so) a very impressive season here at ARTS/West.

Transition time for sure so we wish our intern Katie all the best of luck-- she is embarking on her grown-up journey and will now be found interning at the Cleveland Playhouse. God speed Katie! We already miss our own "basement cat" Nate but we know he will be the best Lost Flamingo President and wish him the best for the up-coming school year. Jess and Drew will stay with us for awhile and Ashley just plain trapped! We have all just about lost our minds! We're taking "doing more with less" to heart! So look what we have coming up!

Aquabear continues our concert series at ARTS/West in Athens, Ohio with an amazing evening of music......

The Black Swans (columbus, ohio)

www.myspace.com/theblackswans

Bird and Flower (columbus, ohio)

www.myspace.com/birdandflowerband

Caitlin Kraus (athens, ohio)

www.myspace.com/caitlinkraus

Monday, September 13th at 8pm (sharp) doors open at 7:30pm

only four bucks- all ages / no alcohol

To find out more about the Aquabear Legion and what we do visit www.aquabearlegion.com or send us an e-mail at contact@aquabearlegion.com.

Women of Appalachia Project presents "Women Speak" A celebration of female literary and performing artists

September 16, at 6 p.m. the Women of Appalachia project will present "Women Speak, Autumn 2010", an evening of story, poetry and song, in the ARTS/West performance space. The event is the third presentation of spoken artistry, presented by the WOAP, created and performed by women living in Southeast Ohio.

Founder/curator of the project, Kari Gunter-Seymour points out that many people have an image of an Appalachian woman, and they look down on her. The Women of Appalachia Project encourages participation from women of diverse backgrounds, ages and experiences to come together, to embrace the stereotype, to show the whole woman; beyond the superficial factors that people use to judge her. This fall's event will highlight the work of 13 writers, singers and performers, from Athens, Meigs, Hocking and Morgan counties, providing the community with a unique opportunity to experience a very intimate glimpse inside the lives and culture of each artist.

"Spoken art is by its very nature a transient art.," says Gunter-Seymour. "Seconds after the artist's thoughts are spoken, they are just that quickly gone. Yet in that quiet powerful moment we may hear something that tickles across our senses, like it belongs to us - translating the spoken into the visual within our minds."

The presentation is scheduled from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m, with a reception immediately following. ARTS/West is located at 132 West State Street in Athens, Ohio 45701. Call 740.592.4315 for directions or questions about the facility. Donations in support ARTS/West will be accepted at the door, but not required.

For more information about "Women Speak, Autumn, 2010, go to www.womenofappalachia.net

WOMEN SPEAK, AUTUMN 2010 ARTISTS:

Adrienne Appell . Story

Colleen Carow. Song

B A Code . Poetry

Amy Coombs . Story

Cathy Cultice Lentes . Poetry

Kari Gunter-Seymour . Poetry

Anita Martin Manderfield . Story

Sandra Masada . Poetry

Jennifer McClung . Poetry

Wendy Mcvicker . Poetry

Joyce Richardson . Poetry

Sherri B. Saines . Poetry

Kris Williams . Poetry

ARTS/West, 132 W. State St. is hosting a screening of the local independent film of The Other House, directed by Steve Fetsch and produced by Amy Abercrombie, on September 17 at 7:00pm. Tickets to the film screenings are $4 and may be purchased at the door.

The novel, The Other House, was written by Rebecca Hooper Eastman sometime before 1937, the year of her death. Seventy years later, it was privately published by her granddaughter, Amy Abercrombie, and is now an independent, full-length movie. Based on the Holdens and the Hoopers, the story centers on a beautiful young woman forced to flee to the South when a young man dies in a duel over her. She moves in with her sister in Walpole, NH where she encounters colorful relatives, two villains, and a handsome young architect who wins her heart.

The result of two years of filming in the culturally-rich Athens, OH is a striking motion picture that will surely please movie-goers everywhere. "The novel and the movie have dominated my life for nearly twenty years," admits granddaughter Abercrombie. "And I am so grateful to all who contributed to making the movie so fine." She adds that she wishes the entire country could see it and she plans to enter it into as many film festivals as possible.

For more information about the book and movie, including photographs, you can visit the website: www.theotherhousemovie.com.

The Black Swans (columbus, ohio)

www.myspace.com/theblackswans

Bird and Flower (columbus, ohio)

www.myspace.com/birdandflowerband

Caitlin Kraus (athens, ohio)

www.myspace.com/caitlinkraus

Monday, September 13th at 8pm (sharp) doors open at 7:30pm

only four bucks- all ages / no alcohol

To find out more about the Aquabear Legion and what we do visit www.aquabearlegion.com or send us an e-mail at contact@aquabearlegion.com.

Women of Appalachia Project presents "Women Speak" A celebration of female literary and performing artists

For more information about "Women Speak, Autumn, 2010, go to www.womenofappalachia.net

WOMEN SPEAK, AUTUMN 2010 ARTISTS:

Adrienne Appell . Story

Colleen Carow. Song

B A Code . Poetry

Amy Coombs . Story

Cathy Cultice Lentes . Poetry

Kari Gunter-Seymour . Poetry

Anita Martin Manderfield . Story

Sandra Masada . Poetry

Jennifer McClung . Poetry

Wendy Mcvicker . Poetry

Joyce Richardson . Poetry

Sherri B. Saines . Poetry

Kris Williams . Poetry

For more information about the book and movie, including photographs, you can visit the website: www.theotherhousemovie.com.

Join us to celebrate Shawnee Homecoming this Saturday! Main Street Shawnee comes to life with a public dinner at the Masonic Lodge, parade, music, games, homecoming hike and farmers market.join us t (Athens County)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:24:20 +0200

Join us to celebrate Shawnee Homecoming this Saturday! Main Street Shawnee comes to life with a public dinner at the Masonic
Lodge, parade, music, games, homecoming hike and farmers market.join us to celebrate Shawnee Homecoming this Saturday!

Shawnee Homecoming :: Athens County Visitor's Bureau :: Athens County Visitor's Bureau
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Benefit For The Raccoon Creek Partnership Tomorrow Night (Rural Rambler)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:24:00 +0200

Hey RCP members and friends! Please come and join us tomorrow, September 3rd at 9:00 p.m. at Jackie O's Pub and Brewery in Athens for a night of great music and fun! Cover charge to benefit protection, restoration and education efforts in the Raccoon Creek Watershed. Tommy Stumpp, That's What She Said, and The Seven Hill Swamp Queens will be providing us with the musical entertainment, and don't forget about all the great food and drink available from the bar and restaurant at Jackie O's Public House. Visit Jackie O's website http://jackieos.com/ for more info.

Hope to see you there!

this Saturday is the Caboose Train on the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway! Once a year, all the privately-owned cabooses may be ridden in a special train comprised completely of "cabeese." Railfans wil (Athens County)

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:14:45 +0200

this Saturday is the Caboose Train on the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway! Once a year, all the privately-owned cabooses may be ridden in a
special train comprised completely of "cabeese." Railfans will enjoy
several photo run-bys during the excursion which lasts approximately 3
hours and travels to the end of the line in East Logan.

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway Pre-season Train Rides
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The Hocking Valley Scenic Railway offers historic train rides along Ohio's Hocking River in the scenic Hocking Hills area of Southeast Ohio. Learn about Hocking Valley history. See a canal lock. Travel to the last company town in Ohio.

Hear "The Squirrel" on Organ! -September 5 (First Presbyterian Church)

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:52:00 +0200

Janice Robison will present a thirty minute organ recital on Sunday 5 at the First Presbyterian Church. The program will include light pieces not hear at a church service. "The Squirrel" will be one of those pieces. The recital will be at 11:45 following the 10:30 Worship Service. All are invited.Janice Robison will present a thirty minute organ recital on Sunday 5 at the First Presbyterian Church. The program will include light pieces not hear at a church service. "The Squirrel" will be one of those pieces. The recital will be at 11:45 following the 10:30 Worship Service. All are invited.

don't forget about the Cruise-In this Friday at the Athens Community Center! Starts at 5:30PM! (Athens County)

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:48:06 +0200

don't forget about the Cruise-In this Friday at the Athens Community Center! Starts at 5:30PM!

2010 Cruise-Ins :: Athens Ohio
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Saturday, July 3 - 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm - The Market on State Mall, 1000 East State St, Athens - Athens City Fireworks at 10:00 pm - free hot dogs and drinks

is excited to announce the soft launch of our new website! Bear with us as we switch over to this beautiful, brand new website! Check it out! (Athens County)

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:04:49 +0200

is excited to announce the soft launch of our new website! Bear with us as we switch over to this beautiful, brand new website! Check it out!

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is excited to announce the soft launch of our new website! Bare with us as we switch over to this beautiful, brand new site! Check it out! (Athens County)

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:33:53 +0200

is excited to announce the soft launch of our new website! Bare with us as we switch over to this beautiful, brand new site! Check it out!

Home :: Athens Ohio
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Week 12 Newsletter (Athens Hills CSA)

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:44:00 +0200

5th Annual Appalachian Adventure Women's Weekend is this weekend! Touch the Earth Adventures invites you to a weekend-long retreat celebrating the spirit of the region’s Appalachian roots. For more i (Athens County)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:48:19 +0200

5th Annual Appalachian Adventure Women's Weekend is this weekend! Touch the Earth Adventures
invites you to a weekend-long retreat celebrating the spirit of the region’s
Appalachian roots. For more info, click the link!

Kayaking Adventures for Women, Hiking and Appalachian WeekendTouch the Earth Adventures: Ohio, Sou
www.hockinghills.com
APPALACHIAN ADVENTURE WOMEN’S OUTDOOR WEEKEND: Touch the Earth Adventures invites you to a weekend-long retreat celebrating our Mother Earth and spirit of the region’s Appalachian roots. Focusing on nature-based adventure and education, create your own adventure from ...

Ginseng Seed And Goldenseal Rootlets For Fall Planting - Place Your Order Now (Rural Rambler)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:39:00 +0200

Just a reminder for all you medicinal and native plant enthusiasts to place your orders soon for this years ginseng seed and goldenseal rootlet sale. Lots of orders are coming in and supplies won't last much longer. See below for this years pricing.

2010 Pricing:

Ginseng Seed - 1/4 Lb. = $20, 1/2 Lb. = $40, 1 Lb. $75, 5 Lb. & up = $70/ Lb.

Goldenseal Rootlets - 1/2 Lb. = $15, 1 Lb. = $25

To place an order, contact Tanner at 740-767-4938 or email tanner@ruralaction.org

the Old Settlers Reunion is this Thursday - Monday in Jacksonville! There will be a parade, entertainment, and food at the Old Settlers Reunion. Enjoy the festivities! (Athens County)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:48:46 +0200

the Old Settlers Reunion is this Thursday - Monday in Jacksonville! There will be a parade, entertainment, and food at the Old Settlers Reunion. Enjoy the festivities!

Old Settlers Reunion :: Athens Ohio
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has a gorgeous, uptown office for rent asap. 200 sq feet, hardwood floors, built-in shelves, great neighbors. Great location! Call asap - 593-7301 or email ucmathens@frognet.net. (UCM)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:37:31 +0200

has a gorgeous, uptown office for rent asap. 200 sq feet, hardwood floors, built-in shelves, great neighbors. Great location! Call asap - 593-7301 or email ucmathens@frognet.net.

just a friendly reminder that Move In Day for Ohio University is on Thursday! So, we suggest doing your grocery shopping and running around before then! (Athens County)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:20:46 +0200

just a friendly reminder that Move In Day for Ohio University is on Thursday! So, we suggest doing your grocery shopping and running around before then!

AthensCountyHS: I posted 102 photos on Facebook in the album "Dog Swim 2010" http://fb.me/yDiqhoBO (Humane Society)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:10:21 +0200

AthensCountyHS: I posted 102 photos on Facebook in the album "Dog Swim 2010" http://fb.me/yDiqhoBOAthensCountyHS: I posted 102 photos on Facebook in the album "Dog Swim 2010" http://fb.me/yDiqhoBO

invites you to a silent, candlelight vigil for peace on Saturday, September 11 at 9PM in front of the Athens Court House. War is never the answer... (UCM)

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:17:31 +0200

invites you to a silent, candlelight vigil for peace on Saturday, September 11 at 9PM in front of the Athens Court House. War is never the answer...

don't miss the Chesterhill Produce Auction today at 4PM! Come and buy fresh local produce and experience the festive atmosphere! (Athens County)

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:45:58 +0200

don't miss the Chesterhill Produce Auction today at 4PM! Come and buy fresh local produce and experience the festive atmosphere!

Chesterhill Produce Auction :: Athens Ohio
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loves the ferris wheel photo from Rebecca Marie! Great picture. (Athens County)

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:16:41 +0200

loves the ferris wheel photo from Rebecca Marie! Great picture.

AthensCountyHS: Thank you to everyone who helped with the Dog Swim and to everyone who attended - it was a fun and successful day... http://fb.me/yCkBSc7n (Humane Society)

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:34:20 +0200

AthensCountyHS: Thank you to everyone who helped with the Dog Swim and to everyone who attended - it was a fun and successful day... http://fb.me/yCkBSc7nAthensCountyHS: Thank you to everyone who helped with the Dog Swim and to everyone who attended - it was a fun and successful day... http://fb.me/yCkBSc7n

2nd annual Moth Ball complete. What a show! Thanks to everyone who made it happen! (Athens Co. Historical Society & Museum)

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 06:56:56 +0200

2nd annual Moth Ball complete. What a show! Thanks to everyone who made it happen!

AthensCountyHS: Check out this nice story about the ACHS that was written by an OU student enrolled at Scripps. http://fb.me/tmlEwEyy (Humane Society)

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 19:19:10 +0200

AthensCountyHS: Check out this nice story about the ACHS that was written by an OU student enrolled at Scripps. http://fb.me/tmlEwEyyAthensCountyHS: Check out this nice story about the ACHS that was written by an OU student enrolled at Scripps. http://fb.me/tmlEwEyy

AthensCountyHS: DOG SWIM TODAY - THANK YOU Athens City Pool!! It's a fun day so if your dog doesn't like other dogs or if you... http://fb.me/yBUGzCBD (Humane Society)

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:01:39 +0200

AthensCountyHS: DOG SWIM TODAY - THANK YOU Athens City Pool!! It's a fun day so if your dog doesn't like other dogs or if you... http://fb.me/yBUGzCBDAthensCountyHS: DOG SWIM TODAY - THANK YOU Athens City Pool!! It's a fun day so if your dog doesn't like other dogs or if you... http://fb.me/yBUGzCBD

AthensCountyHS: We rarely post these sorts of things but Daisy is in urgent need of a new foster or home this weekend. Daisy is a... http://fb.me/CTql85VZ (Humane Society)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:01:15 +0200

AthensCountyHS: We rarely post these sorts of things but Daisy is in urgent need of a new foster or home this weekend. Daisy is a... http://fb.me/CTql85VZAthensCountyHS: We rarely post these sorts of things but Daisy is in urgent need of a new foster or home this weekend. Daisy is a... http://fb.me/CTql85VZ

can't wait to get some fresh, local produce at the Athens Farmers Market tomorrow! 10AM - 1PM! Support our local flavor! (Athens County)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:25:17 +0200

can't wait to get some fresh, local produce at the Athens Farmers Market tomorrow! 10AM - 1PM! Support our local flavor!

Athens Farmers Market :: Athens Ohio
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Designs By Nature Ceramics by Rene Olson: Display Cases (Athens Public Library)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:21:09 +0200

09/01/2010-09/16/2010
Rene Olson is a retired art teacher from Athens High School. She is is a founding member of the Starbrick Co-op Gallery on the historic Nelsonville square. For this show she has combined her knowledge of printmaking unto clay and captured the free form images of nature in clay..

09/01/2010-09/16/2010
Rene Olson is a retired art teacher from Athens High School. She is is a founding member of the Starbrick Co-op Gallery on the historic Nelsonville square. For this show she has combined her knowledge of printmaking unto clay and captured the free form images of nature in clay..

Designs By Nature Ceramics by Rene Olson: Art in the Library Artist Reception (Athens Public Library)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:21:09 +0200

Thursday, September 16 at 5:30 pm
Rene Olson is a retired art teacher from Athens High School. She is is a founding member of the Starbrick Co-op Gallery on the historic Nelsonville square. For this show she has combined her knowledge of printmaking unto clay and captured the free form images of nature in clay..

Thursday, September 16 at 5:30 pm
Rene Olson is a retired art teacher from Athens High School. She is is a founding member of the Starbrick Co-op Gallery on the historic Nelsonville square. For this show she has combined her knowledge of printmaking unto clay and captured the free form images of nature in clay..

Wildflowers: A Photography Exhibit by Jim Shirey: Art in the Library Artist Reception (Athens Public Library)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:21:09 +0200

Thursday, September 16 at 5:30 pm
Jim Shirey has an affinity to nature. Jim grew up near Gary Indiana. In the early 60\'s he worked in the steel mills, where he met his wife Sandy. After receiving a PH.D. in Mathematics from Purdue University, he moved with his family to Athens Ohio where he taught and then retired as a mathematics professor. His career as a photographer began shortly thereafter. His photographic work honors nature by being environmentally sensitive to the flora of the area.

Thursday, September 16 at 5:30 pm
Jim Shirey has an affinity to nature. Jim grew up near Gary Indiana. In the early 60\'s he worked in the steel mills, where he met his wife Sandy. After receiving a PH.D. in Mathematics from Purdue University, he moved with his family to Athens Ohio where he taught and then retired as a mathematics professor. His career as a photographer began shortly thereafter. His photographic work honors nature by being environmentally sensitive to the flora of the area.

Wildflowers: A Photography Exhibit by Jim Shirey: Circulation and Small Meeting Room (Athens Public Library)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:21:09 +0200

09/1/ 2010-9/25/2010
Jim Shirey has an affinity to nature. Jim grew up near Gary Indiana. In the early 60\'s he worked in the steel mills, where he met his wife Sandy. After receiving a PH.D. in Mathematics from Purdue University, he moved with his family to Athens Ohio where he taught and then retired as a mathematics professor. His career as a photographer began shortly thereafter.ï¿½ His photographic work honors nature by being environmentally sensitive to the flora of the area.

A reception will be held for Jim\'sï¿½ work onï¿½ Thursday, September 16ï¿½ from 5:30-7:00 pm.

09/1/ 2010-9/25/2010
Jim Shirey has an affinity to nature. Jim grew up near Gary Indiana. In the early 60\'s he worked in the steel mills, where he met his wife Sandy. After receiving a PH.D. in Mathematics from Purdue University, he moved with his family to Athens Ohio where he taught and then retired as a mathematics professor. His career as a photographer began shortly thereafter.ï¿½ His photographic work honors nature by being environmentally sensitive to the flora of the area.

A reception will be held for Jim\'sï¿½ work onï¿½ Thursday, September 16ï¿½ from 5:30-7:00 pm.

Happy Friday everybody! Today is Dress Down Day for O'Bleness! We're proud sponsors! (Athens County)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:14:38 +0200

Happy Friday everybody! Today is Dress Down Day for O'Bleness! We're proud sponsors!