What's Happening (11-19-09)

Thursday

MUSIC:

"¢ Donkey Musicians' Open Stage, 9-11 p.m. Donkey Coffee and Espresso. (During finals week at OU, Donkey will remain open 24 hours, though not much entertainment is scheduled during this time.)
"¢ Ladies Night with DJ Ace. 19 South.
"¢ Open acoustic jam night. Thursdays at the Nelsonville Eagles Lodge bar.
"¢ Karaoke from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Thursday nights. Lakeview Tavern, 3718 Enlow Road, Athens.
"¢ Open Stage. Full bands and solo acts welcome at the Smiling Skull. 9 p.m.
"¢ Woody Pines and the Whiskey Bent Valley Boys at Casa. 10 p.m.
"¢ Midwest Hype. Jackie O's.
"¢ Six Gallery, The Receiver, Octoberfist and Red Army. The Union.

ART:

"¢ "The Far Side of Function: Contemporary Wood Sculpture." Michael Stadler is serving as curator of this exhibit, which will feature approximately 60 artworks. The Dairy Barn Arts Center, Athens. Through Nov. 22.
"¢ "Please Touch" at the Athens County Historical Society and Museum features interactive, hands-on exhibits that immerse visitors in the stories of Athens County. Through fall 2010. 65 N. Court St., Athens. Visit www.athenshistory.org for more information and admission costs.
"¢ Selections from the Permanent Collections. This exhibition juxtaposes pieces from Kennedy Museum's permanent collections including weavings, prints, paintings, ceramics and African art. Kennedy Museum of Art, OU.
"¢ "The First American West: Frontier and Freedom in Athens County." This hands-on exhibit examines the extraordinary journey of the early settlers to southeast Ohio. Athens County Historical Society & Museum, North Court Street, Athens.
"¢ The Office of Multicultural Programs at OU is hosting the exhibit "Wood Shaping Me" by Mamerto Tindongan. Multicultural Center Art Gallery, Baker Center, OU. Through Nov. 20.
"¢ "Collections Collected: The University Collects and Athens Collects Miniatures." A project by Mark Dion with the Kennedy Museum of Art. A collaborative project between the Kennedy Museum and the OU School of Art, displaying collections of objects from selected Ohio University departmental collections and collections of miniatures and small objects from the Athens community. Kennedy Museum of Art. Through Nov. 29.
"¢ Rebecca Steinberg opens a display of her photographs at Donkey Coffee. 4-6 p.m. Show runs through Dec. 31.
"¢ Dan Price's "The Necessary Friction of the Machine" features a paper sculpture and iconography that reflect the experiences of laid-off General Motors employees who worked on the assembly line. Kennedy Museum of Art. Through Jan. 24, 2010.
"¢ Second-Year Graduate Student Exhibition. Ohio University Art Gallery, Seigfred Hall. Exhibit runs through Nov. 19.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Supper: Weekly free supper sponsored by UCM: Center for Spiritual Growth and Social Justice. 5:30 p.m. at UCM, 18 N. College St. Open to everyone, no questions asked. 593-7301. (Volunteers are needed, and donations are welcome with advance notice.)

Christian Meeting: Led by UCM Center for Spiritual Growth & Social Justice and the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, every Thursday of the academic quarter at noon in OU Baker 229. The hour-long sessions will be based on Living the Questions "“ a progressive Christian approach to scripture. For more info contact Evan Young of UCM at ucmevan@frognet.net or Steve Domienik at sdomienik@gmail.com.

Open House: Thursdays (except holidays) from 5-8 p.m. at Spinning Turtle Yarns & Gifts for all fiber lovers. Bring your projects or start a new one. Beginners welcome. Food OK but chocolate must be shared. 21 W. Columbus St in the rear of the Starbrick Gallery in Nelsonville just off 33. 740-753-3885.

Cancer Discussion Group: O'Bleness Memorial Hospital offers an informal meeting for cancer patients, survivors, families and caregivers in O'Bleness' WillowView Café. 6-7 p.m. For more info contact Susan Kozak at 592-9270.

Bloodmobile: At Tri County JVS, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 1-800-448-3543 to make an appointment.
Great American Smokeout: The local chapter of Nicotine Anonymous meets on this special day for folks who are trying to quit tobacco. 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Christ the King in Athens. Open to anyone who has made a decision to stop using cigarettes and other nicotine products.

Theater: The Athens High School drama program is presenting "Bang Bang You're Dead." 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, then 2 p.m. on Sunday at Athens High School. See article in this issue for details.

Friday

MUSIC:

"¢ DJ. 10 p.m. at the Red Brick Tavern.
"¢ R&B Station at the Lakeview Tavern. 8 p.m. to midnight.
"¢ Los Viejos Blanquitos. Casa Cantina.
"¢ Eric Sommer. Jackie O's.
"¢ Seascapes, The Prisoners, Jesus the Ghost. The Union.
"¢ Johnny Rawls and Broken Ring. Court Street Grill in Pomeroy.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Friday Night Supper for the Hungry: A sit-down nutritional meal for the hungry and homeless is provided by community organizations and churches who volunteer. 5:30 p.m. every Friday. For info call Good Works at 594-3339.

Film: The premiere of Ohio Landscape Productions' new video, "Ora E. Anderson: The Soul of the Woods," will take place at The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 1000 Dairy Lane, in Athens. 8-9 p.m. Copies of the DVD and booklet will be for sale, with proceeds benefitting the Ora Anderson Conservation Fund. For more info visit www.ohiolandscape.org or call 593-6968.

Film: "Christmas on Mars" by The Flaming Lips plays at Stuart's Opera House. 7:30 p.m. The film is not suitable for children.

Saturday

MUSIC:

"¢ Belly-dancing and music. Every Saturday at Restaurant Salaam.
"¢ "Front & Center," music event for school-age kids. Pianist Richard Syracuse performs, followed by an open stage for kids. ARTS/West from noon to 1 p.m.
"¢ Steve Zarate at Rhapsody in Nelsonville. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
"¢ Amethystone, Calliope women's choir, and Amanda Lovelace at Athens Unitarian Fellowship, 184 Longview Heights, Athens. Dancer Ellie Olin also will perform. 8 p.m.
"¢ Linda Lukasik's piano students will present a "PoP" Music Recital featuring popular music from 1955 to the present. Free and open to the public. 10:30 a.m. Athens Public Library.
"¢ International Dance Night with DJ Self-Help. Casa Cantina.
"¢ The Aquabear Legion is holding its fifth birthday party at the Union. The Makebelieves, The Deathers, The Hairy Hearts, Weird Science, godversussatan and Weedghost.
"¢ Duke Junior & the Smokey Boots and Besieus. Jackie O's.
"¢ Johnny Rawls and Mudfork Blues Band. Court Street Grill in Pomeroy.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Athens Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday (year-round) and Wednesday (through Christmas) in the Market on State parking lot on East State Street, Athens. For more info visit www.athensfarmersmarket.org.

Fall Artisan Event: The Nelsonville Historic Square Arts District offers a new fall artisan event every Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Thanksgiving. Studios and galleries will have artists on hand working in the studios who will share their processes with visitors.

Lunch: Saturday Lunch is a weekly free community meal served at 1 p.m. in the lower level of UCM, 18 N. College St., Athens, through Nov. 14. Volunteers and donations are welcome with advanced notice. 593-7301.

Film: Thesis film screening of "Beautiful People," by Pradeep Edussuriya, and "Risings," a film by Chad Bartlett. 6 p.m. Baker Center Theater, Baker Center, OU. Also a few old films will be screened.

Sunday

MUSIC:

"¢ Restaurant Salaam, in its new location at 21 W. Washington St., is presenting live jazz music on Sundays from 6-8 p.m. This show features Jim Wachtel and Terry Douds.
"¢ Athens High Society Jazz Band plays Dixieland favorites at Abrio's Ristorante, 859 E. State St. 3:30-6:30 p.m.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Thanksgiving Dinner: Living Water Worship Center invites the community to a Thanksgiving dinner at 6 p.m. at the church, located just west of the OU airport on Route 32. Transportation is available by calling (740) 698-3130.

Monday

MUSIC:
"¢ Open stage. Every Monday at Jackie O's.
"¢ Open Jam Night. 19 South.
"¢ Rattletrap Stringband. Casa Cantina.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Free Clinic: The OU-COM Community Service Programs provides free health services for low-income adults, ages 18-64, who are without health insurance. 8-11:30 a.m. in Parks Hall, OU. Call 1-800-844-2654 or 593-2432 to see if you qualify and to make an appointment.

Free Lunch: Every Monday at the First United Methodist Church, 2 S. College St., Athens. Noon to 1 p.m. Free and open to all, no questions asked.

Bloodmobile: At Hocking College, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sycamore Hall, HC, 3-9 p.m. Call 1-800-448-3543 to make an appointment.

Tuesday

MUSIC:

"¢ Celtic Night. Tuesdays at Jackie O's.
"¢ First Street Heat plays Tuesdays at 19 South.
"¢ Open stage with Dale Kulchar Tuesdays at the Court Street Grill, Pomeroy.
"¢ Open Stage. Tuesdays at the Union.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Childhood Immunizations: Every Tuesday from 1-5:30 p.m. in the ground floor of Parks Hall, OU. OU-COM Community Service Programs' Childhood Immunization Program. Free to all area children from birth through 18. Bring your child's previous shot records.

Designated Space: Spoken word open stage. Tuesdays 9-11 p.m. Donkey Coffee. (May be cancelled during finals week at OU.)

Community Meal: The Athens Church of Christ offers a free community meal every Tuesday evening from 5:30-6:30. Everyone welcome. 785 W. Union St., Athens.

Bloodmobile: At Trimble High School, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 1-800-448-3543 to make an appointment.

Wednesday

MUSIC:

"¢ Open stage. Every Wednesday. 10 p.m. Casa Cantina.
"¢ Karaoke. Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. at the Smiling Skull.
"¢ Triangle Pancake (usually with special guests). Wednesdays at 19 South.
"¢ Karaoke every Wednesday from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Maplewood Inn.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Athens Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday (year-round) and Wednesday (through Christmas) in the Market on State parking lot on East State Street, Athens.

Free Community Lunch: Noon to 1 p.m. at the Church of the Good Shepherd, University Terrace. Every Wednesday.

Free Lunch and Food Pantry: The Friends & Neighbors Community Food Center Wednesday Soup Kitchen. Noon to 3 p.m. at the Lottridge Community Center, 2754 Lottridge Road. Everyone welcome. Choice pantry open for USDA income guidelines eligible people from 12:30-3 p.m. For info call 667-0684 or 592-3969.