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Arts, Music and Community Events in the Athens County area this week. (7/22 - 7/28)

THURSDAY

MUSIC:

• Open acoustic jam night. Thursdays at the Nelsonville Eagles Lodge bar.

• Open stage at Donkey Coffee.

• The Sundresses, The Holly Grahams, HexNet and, Cowboy & Indian. Free. Casa Cantina.

• Mahavishnu Orchestra Project. Jackie O’s.

ART:

• 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 Ridges: Remodeled and Restored Selection of Architectural Drawings from 1923-1951. Kennedy Museum, OU. Through Aug. 15.

• Art installation “Buttress,” by DeWitt Godfrey. Through May 2011 at the Kennedy Museum of Art, The Ridges, OU.

• Quilting Traditions: The Art of the Amish. Exhibition of traditional Amish quilts from the private collection of Tom and Marsha French. Dairy Barn Arts Center’s Sauber Gallery, Athens. Through Sept. 26.

• The 2010 National Exhibition. At Majestic Galleries in Nelsonville. The exhibit runs through July 23.

• The challenging world of artist Harvey Breverman, which offers a wealth of unpredictable and captivating imagery, will be featured at Ohio University’s Kennedy Museum of Art through Jan. 16, 2011.

• Exhibit featuring the work of Kenneth Taylor at ARTS/West. The exhibit runs through Aug. 9.

• Art in the Library: On display from Tranquility Traders: jewelry by Sarah Jane Mills, watercolors by Maggie Weston and abstract paintings by Robin Brigante. Athens Public Library. Exhibit runs through July 24.

• Starbrick Cooperative Gallery presents “Back to Nature.” Spectacular bronze sculptures and woodblock prints by artist Douglas (Skip) French, refreshing plant inclusions in hand made paper and acrylic paintings by artist Terry Fortkamp, knitted landscapes to adorn the body by Judy Klaer-Kerns knit designs: knitwear for the soul. Through July 28.

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.)

Free Food: The Nelsonville Community Center provides a free breakfast to anyone under 18 Monday through Friday at 9 p.m. Free Food: The Nelsonville Community Center provides lunch in the pool park Monday through Friday at 1 p.m.

FRIDAY

MUSIC:

• The Wailin’ Elroys, Zeb Dewar & Friends. Free. Casa Cantina.

• Bruce Dalzell, Billy Rhinehart and Pat White. “A dazzling showcase of three of the best songwriters in the region.” 9 p.m. Donkey Coffee.

• Constant Gardener Karaoke. Jackie O’s.

• Rhythm on the River with Albert “the kid” Castiglia. Riverfront Amphitheatre 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.

Trimble Township Farmers Market: Fridays from 4-6 p.m. through Oct. 29. Across from the Kroger store in Trimble. New vendors welcome. For info email lestercfi@frognet. net. Community Food Initiatives.

Free Food: The Nelsonville Community Center has a free lunch open to the public every Friday from noon to 1 p.m.

Art: Heroes, monsters and far-away worlds are the featured subjects at the debut art show by newly discovered artist, Athens High School sensation Mary Fay. Colorful mixed-media works. Through Aug. 20 at O’Betty’s Red Hot, 15 W. State St., Athens.

Community Pool Party: 8-10 p.m. at the Nelsonville City Pool. Free admission. Limited to the first 500 people, and all children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Athens County Job and Family Services and the Nelsonville Community Center. The final ones are Aug. 13 and 27.

Art: National Ceramics Invitational Exhibition featuring 25 prominent contemporary ceramic artists from around the country. Opening Friday from 4-6 p.m. Trisolini Gallery, Baker Center, OU. All work available for purchase. On Saturday, starting at 6 p.m., each artist will present a Powerpoint lecture in Seigfred Hall. The public is welcome.

SATURDAY

MUSIC:

• Belly-dancing and music. Every Saturday. Salaam Restaurant.

• Open Doors Dance Night. Casa Cantina.

• Songwriter Night with host Todd Burge. Featuring: Chris Biester, Leah Nairn, Zach Parkman, Kyle David Watts and Wormz. 7:30 p.m. Union Hall Theater, Marion St. & Coal St., Chesterhill.

• Sean Kwon, Turner Matthews & Jenny Vandeman. 9 p.m. Donkey Coffee.

• Boxcar Burlesque Birthday Bash. Live burlesque performances by Dolly Derringer, Minxy Bootle, Priscilla Swift, Rena LaMarr, Coco Levine, Jezebelle Giselle, Varla Darlin, Lala Luna and Knotty Nisa. Doors open at 10 p.m. and the show starts at 11. A dance party will follow. A photo booth set-up and naughty party games. The Union.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Athens Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Every Saturday and Wednesday on East State Street at the Market on State (former University Mall). 132 W. State St., Athens.

Film: Night at the Park featuring “Avatar” at dusk. Free hot dogs and water. Bring your own lawn chairs and blanket. Dusk at the Trimble Park. Held by the Trimble Township Bridgebuilders.

Basketball Tournament: Nelsonville Main Street is holding the fourth annual Gus Macker “3-on-3 on Route 33” Basketball Tournament in Nelsonville’s Public Square Saturday and Sunday. This family-oriented event allows teams of varying age, size and experience to compete in a tournament designed to preserve the integrity of the driveway game. For more information, contact Damion Croston at damion@ nelsonvillemainstreet.com or call (740) 818-9505 or visit www.nelsonvillemainstreet.com.

Bloodmobile: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Christ Community Wesleyan Church in Albany. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment. Type O negative is always needed, especially in summer.

Arts/Crafts Show: 43rd annual Summer Arts/Crafts Show, held “At the Grove,” 10th and Main St.-Rt. 60 S, McConnelsville. Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Presented by the Howard Chandler Christie Art Guild. 740-408-0549.

SUNDAY

MUSIC:

• Old-time and bluegrass acoustic jam session. 1:30-5 p.m. in front of Studio E Music at the Country Corners Shopping Center in The Plains. 593-3998.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Closed: The Casa Cantina will be closed from July 25-31 for renovations. Ice Cream Social: Fom 6-9 p.m. at 120 Morris Ave., Athens. Join The Birth Circle for a summer get-together in Angela Cross’s English garden. Donations are appreciated but not required, and all proceeds will benefit The Birth Circle. www.athensbirthcircle.com or 740-592-4408

MONDAY

MUSIC:

• Open stage. 10 p.m. every Monday at Jackie O’s.

• Punk show with Cutter Family and Friends. 9 p.m. Smiling Skull.

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.

Poetry: Louise Robertson and Becca Block will read, followed by open mic. 7 p.m. Abrio’s Brick Oven.

TUESDAY

MUSIC:

• Celtic Night. Most Tuesdays at Jackie O’s Brewery.

• Open stage with Dale Kulchar Tuesdays at the Court Street Grill, Pomeroy.

• Open Stage. Tuesdays at the Union.

• Open Stage at the Smiling Skull on Tuesdays at 9 p.m.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Spoken Word Open Stage: “Designated Space.” Every Tuesday, 9-11 p.m., at Donkey Coffee.

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

Bloodmobile: Noon to 6 p.m. at the Athens Public Library. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment. Type O negative is always needed, especially in summer.

Pre-Diabetes Class: This free class is held on the last Tuesday of the month at O’Bleness Hospital in the basement in room 006. Treatment of pre-diabetes is usually not reimbursed by insurance companies, so we try to help people with this free class. Information Meeting: For RSVP, the volunteer center for community members 55 and older. This will be about volunteer opportunities locally. 1 p.m. Athens Community Center, East State Street. RSVP is a COAD program. For more details call 594-8499.

WEDNESDAY

MUSIC:

• Open stage. Every Wednesday. 10 p.m. Casa Cantina.

• Karaoke. Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. at the Smiling Skull.

• Karaoke every Wednesday from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Maplewood Inn.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Athens Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Every Saturday and Wednesday on East State Street at the Market on State (former University Mall).