What's Happening (2-2-12)

THURSDAY

MUSIC:

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

Musicians Open Stage. Every Thursday at Donkey Coffee from 9 p.m. to midnight.

Maplewood Tavern holds an open stage every Thursday night at 9.

Every Thursday evening Zach Parkman & Jeremy Wright will be performing an acoustic set at Casa Lopez Mexican restaurant at 1017 E. State St. from 6-9 p.m.

Ohio University's Emerging Artist Series features Maza Blaska. Hailing from Columbus, the band breaks cross-cultural musical boundaries, offering flexible style and eccentric instrumentation. Gypsy rock and roll tells their tale, combining klezmer-influenced vocal melodies, Afro-pop beats and American blues-rock guitar. 8 p.m. in the Front Room, Baker Center, OU.

ACRN Night at the Smiling Skull featuring Pigeonholes, Vagrant Beat and Weird Science. Three bands, three bucks. 10 p.m.

Woody Pines. Jackie O's Public House.

Dave Rave presents "So You Want to Be a DJ?" Dave Rave hosts several local DJs. The Union.

The Ohio University School of Music's Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band will present the world premiere performance of the wind band version of "Mothership" by Mason Bates. 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium, OU.

bustedBASS Stupid Fun Dance Time at Casa Cantina featuring Thunderclub, DJ AA and Woodland Slumber. Free.

ART:

The 2012 Ohio University School of Art Faculty Exhibition, part of the College of Fine Arts 75^th anniversary. Through April 15.

A Civil War artillery shell display is at the Athens Historical Society and Museum in conjunction with the sesquicentennial of the war. It will run until June 2012.

Ohio Border Biennial Exhibition of OH 5. Dairy Barn Arts Center, Athens. Through March 11.

Emerging Artists: High School Photography Exhibition, featuring photographs by students from Athens High School and Federal Hocking High School. Through April 8, Kennedy Museum of Art, OU.

Laurie Vancouver presents new Covered Casserole Dishes, an art show, at Starbrick Gallery in Nelsonville. Through Feb. 21.

Gallery 1879: The Records of Paul Tescher. Exhibit ends Feb. 20. New art openings and more all around the Square. 6 p.m. Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville.

Hocking College's seventh annual Glass Invitational. Hocking College Art Gallery on Public Square in Nelsonville. Featuring the artwork of national artist Alex Adams.

Kennedy Museum of Art at Ohio University presents "Women Artists in the Kennedy Museum of Art Collections," open now through August 5, 2012. The exhibit, the first of a three-part series by guest-curator Dr. Jennie Klein, explores the work of 11 women artists who began their careers prior to the feminist movement in art in the 1970s.

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 a.m.

Comedy: Weekly show at The Athens Pyramids, "Comedy in the Round." 9 p.m. and free.

Childhood Immunizations: Every Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1-5:30 p.m. in Parks Hall room 014, OU. OU-COM Community Health Programs' Childhood Immunization Program. Free to all area children from birth through 18. Bring your child's previous shot records. 1-800-844-2654.

Comedy: Every Thursday, OU Improv: Longform Improv Comedy. 9p.m. Bentley 124. Free. Twitter: @OU_Improv.

NAMI Support Group: For loves ones of those diagnosed with a mental illness. 6 p.m. at Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare.

Birth Circle Play group: 3-5 p.m. in the kids' section of the Athens Public Library.

FRIDAY

MUSIC:

Open Stage. Every Friday at 9 p.m. in the Front Room, OU.

Steve Zarate plays the 4:30-6:30 p.m. happy hour at The Oak Room in Athens.

Steve Zarate plays 7-10 p.m. at the Redbrick Tavern.

Open stage. 9 p.m. Front Room, Baker Center University, OU.

Baker (Center) Boardwalk featuring beach tunes by the Joe Moorhead Band. 5-10 p.m. Free food, sunglasses and spin art, as well as games, a slushie bar and a mechanical surf board. Baker Center, OU.

IIIrd Time Out, renowned bluegrass band, with Athens County's own Hart Brothers opening the show. 8 p.m. Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville. For tickets call 740-753-1924 or go to www.stuartsoperahouse.org.

UCM benefit with Broken Ring. Special guest for the evening will be Michael Tobar on keyboard. 6-8 p.m. Jackie O's Public House.

The Floorwalkers. 10 p.m. Jackie O's Public House.

The Skeetones. The Union.

Ohio University School of Music Visiting Artist Recital: Tracelyn Gesteland, mezzo-soprano (University of South Dakota). 7:30 p.m. OU's Glidden Hall Recital Hall, Athens.

'80s Dance Night with DJ Barticus. Casa Cantina. Free.

George Hertzel performs at the Smiling Skull. 10 p.m. This high-tech performance will include advanced LED automated lighting in addition to keyboards and keytars being everywhere on the stage.

Roger's Stars of Illusion, featuring faux Bette Midler, Lucille Ball, Katy Perry, Loretta Lynn, Joan Crawford, Cher and Pink. 7 p.m. Hocking College Student Center, Nelsonville. Hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and silent/live auction. All proceeds benefit My Sister's Place.

The Frames and Bex McCarthy. 8 p.m. Donkey Coffee.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Friday Night Life: A free community meal for people from all walks of life, especially including those in need. 5:30 p.m. every Friday. The meal is provided by churches and community groups who volunteer. For info, call Good Works at 594-3339.

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

Art: Admire the School of Art Biennial Faculty Exhibition in the Kennedy Museum of Art from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The College of Fine Arts is celebrating its 75th anniversary by featuring work by School of Art teaching, Emeriti and retired faculty. Part of OU's Winter Parents Weekend.

Film: The OU School of Film is presenting the Second-Year Film Screening at 7:25 p.m. at the Athena Cinema on Court Street. School of Film students show off their talents. Part of OU's Winter Parents Weekend.

Book Sale: O'Bleness Health System and Mid Ohio Cardiology and Vascular Consultants are hosting a used book sale from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Willow View Café in the hospital.  Call 592-9290 for more information. Part of the local Go Red events to promote Women's Heart Health.

Fitness Day: Attend a free day of fitness (for women and men who wear red) at WellWorks and the Athens Community Center. Women are invited to come to Curves for free during the week of Jan. 30-Feb. 3. Women and men are also invited to come to Extreme Performance and Weight Loss Center from Feb. 3-5. Part of the local Go Red events to promote Women's Heart Health.

Health Screenings: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine will offer free health screenings for blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol (non-fasting & fasting) at Grosvenor Hall from 8:30 a.m.-noon. For more information call 1-800-844-2654. Part of the local Go Red events to promote Women's Heart Health.

SATURDAY

MUSIC:

Eric Sommer. 8:30 p.m. Jackie O's Brewery.

Elemental Groove Theory with The Greens. 10 p.m. Jackie O's Public House.

Mindfish, Brothertiger and Mbanza. The Union.

Ha Ha Tonka, which wowed the "Mountain Stage" audience in Athens a few months ago, with Angela Perley & the Howlin Moons, which recently released an album, "Fireside," that's been getting a lot of attention both in Ohio and the U.K. Casa Cantina.

Ohio University School of Music Visiting Artist Recital: Dorian Leljak, piano (Novi Sad, Serbia). 7:30 p.m. Ohio University Robert Glidden Hall Recital Hall, Athens. www.finearts.ohio.edu/music/home.htm. 740-593-4244.

Dalton Creek plays from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The Plains VFW 7174. Open to the public. Cover.

Elia Goat and The Natural Horns, Wild Honey Pie. 8 p.m. Donkey Coffee.

Valentine Champagne & Chocolate concert featuring Charlie and Celia Lewis. 7 p.m. at the Federal Valley Resource Center, 8225 Ohio Rt. 329, Stewart. All proceeds benefit the Federal Valley Resource Center. www.federalvalley.org.

Celebrate Tet with a Vet. Classic rock with Backwords. 9 p.m. Smiling Skull.

Mudfork Blues Band. 8:30-11:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Tavern near Albany. www.mudforkblues.com.

MISCELLANEOUS:

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

Saturday Lunch: Weekly free meal sponsored by UCM: Center for Spiritual Growth and Social Justice. 1 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.)

Comedy: Blue Pencil Comedy presents Athens Open Mic. 8-9 p.m. every Saturday in the Baker Center Front Room, OU. Newcomers and veterans alike take the stage in a show that tries to be funny and promises to be entertaining.

Weekly Auction: 6 p.m. at the Golden Wings C.B. Radio Club, on Route 13 just outside of Chauncey. Fishtail sandwiches and other good food.

History: Participants will share personal experiences, family history, injustices, etc., related to Black History. The Multicultural Genealogical Center, 7450 Marion St., Chesterhill, Ohio (Corner State Route 377 and State Route 555.)  For more information, call Tony Mayle at 740-554-7209.

Health Screenings: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine will offer free health screenings for blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol (non-fasting & fasting) at The Market on State from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information call 1-800-844-2654. Part of the local Go Red events to promote Women's Heart Health.

Zumba: Join Athens County Zumba instructors and enthusiasts for the free second annual Party Hearty Zumbathon, a Latin-inspired dance-fitness event, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at The Market on State. Open to those 18 years and older, no prior experience is necessary. Part of the local Go Red events to promote Women's Heart Health.

Health screening: Free screening and education for Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Diabetes and Glaucoma will be available to the community 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Bishopville Food Pantry located in the Bishopville Church of Christ on State Route 78 in Bishopville, Ohio. For more information, call 740-597-1212 or 1-800- 844-2654.

Contra Dance: Lesson at 7:30 p.m., dance from 8-11 p.m. Shade Community Center, Shade. Boys of the Hock will be playing, with David, Stephanie, Martin and Adriane calling the dances.

Interactive Exhibit: The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery presents "Wise About Eyes," an interactive exhibit that explores the eye – how do eyes see?, how can we protect our eyes?, and how do optical illusions work? 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Special presentations this week are 10:45 a.m., "How the Eye Works," and 11:30 a.m., "God's Eyes and other Native American Legends." This week's craft: Making God's Eyes. The Market on State. Free admission. 

SUNDAY

MISCELLANEOUS:

Party: Jackie O's Super Bowl Party. Jackie O's Public House.

Reading Series: The Hodge-Podge Play Reading Series at ARTS/West. This one will feature a reading of "Spake" by David L. Williams of New York City. 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Donations are encouraged. To receive a copy of the play to be read, please make reservations by calling 592-4315 at least 48 hours in advance.

Super bowl party: Ping is hosting its annual Super Bowl Party with free food and ice cream from local favorites Pigskin, Wendy's, Goodfellas, Ponderosa and Pepsi. There will also be games, soda and more. The food will be served after kickoff. 6:30 p.m., Ping Center Lounge, OU.

Hike: The Athens Conservancy will host a hike at Strouds Run State Park featuring the Vista Point and Thunderbunny Trails. Hikers can embark on a self-guided hike beginning any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Hiking will start at Strouds Run State Park Shelter House 1.

MONDAY

MUSIC:

Open stage. 10 p.m. at Jackie O's Public House. Junebug hosts.

Rattletrap Stringband. Most Mondays at the Casa Cantina.

Open Jam. The Union.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Free Clinic: The OU-COM Community Health 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.

Author: Appearance by Joshua M. Bernstein, author of "Brewed Awakening." Bernstein, an OU graduate (2000), wrote his book about the craft-beer revolution, which he will sign at the event. 7-9 p.m. Jackie O's Public House.

Blood Mobile: OU-Biddle Hall from 2– p.m. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS, (1-800-733-2767) to make appointments.

Lecture: Anna E. Fowlkes, HIV/AIDS Educator and Motivational Speaker, will speak on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, at 3 p.m. in the Baker Women's Center. The event is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Programs/Multicultural Center and the Black Student Cultural Programming Board.

TUESDAY

MUSIC:

Celtic Night. Most Tuesdays at Jackie O's Public House.

Open stage with Dale Kulchar Tuesdays at 8 p.m. at the Court Street Grill, Pomeroy.

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

Paul Elisha Band. Free. The Union.

Live jazz by the Word of Mouth Jazz Band. 8-10 Tuesday evenings at Tony's Tavern. Players are invited to join in this semi-formal weekly event.

Singer/Songwriter Circle. 7-9 p.m. 1804 Lounge (5^th floor of Baker University Center).

Ohio University World Music & Dance Festival. Workshops and performances in various campus locations. www.finearts.ohio.edu/music/home.htm. 740-593-4244.

MISCELLANEOUS:

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.

Spoken Word Open Stage: "Designated Space." Every Tuesday, 9 p.m. to midnight at Donkey Coffee.

Café and Visitors Center. 8 a.m. to noon. 114-116 W. Main St., Shawnee, Ohio.

Speaker: The Athens County Civil Water Round Table invites the public to hear local Civil War authority and attorney Bob Toy speak on "Vallandingham and the Copperhead Movement." 7 p.m. Athens Public Library.

Blood Mobile: Hocking College from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; OU-Gamertsfelder Hall from 2 - 8 p.m.; Nelsonville York Elementary from noon. – 6 p.m. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS, (1-800-733-2767) to make appointments.

Town Hall Meeting: The City of Athens will hold a Town Hall Meeting at the Community Center to solicit citizen input to help determine the top local priorities for the year and how concerns can be addressed. Following a brief update by the Mayor, a 90 minute "open microphone" session will allow citizens to discuss local issues, indicate their top priorities, and encourage Athens' diverse community members to dialogue with each other. At the June Town Hall Meeting, the city will provide updates on what has been done to address the top concerns discussed at the February meeting. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Lecture: Anna E. Fowlkes, HIV/AIDS Educator and Motivational Speaker, will speak on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, at 7 p.m. in the Baker University Center Theatre. The event is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Programs/Multicultural Center and the Black Student Cultural Programming Board.

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.

Steve Zarate plays the 4:30-6:30 p.m. happy hour at The Oak Room in Athens.

Steve Zarate plays 8-10 p.m. at the Redbrick Tavern.

Hiphop Shop/open mic. The Union.

Ohio University World Music & Dance Festival. Workshops and performances in various campus locations. www.finearts.ohio.edu/music/home.htm. 740-593-4244.

MISCELLANEOUS:

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.

Blood Pressure Screenings: O'Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens will offer blood pressure screening on Feb. 1. The free blood pressure screening will be open to the public from 9 a.m. until noon in the hospital's patient entrance lobby. A screening can be made by appointment only from 9 a.m. until noon. To make an appointment, call (740) 592-9401.

Glucose and Cholesterol Screenings: O'Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens will offer cholesterol and glucose screening Feb. 1. The cholesterol and glucose screening will be open to the public from 9 a.m. until noon in the hospital's patient entrance lobby. The screening will be offered for a $5 fee, and can be made available by appointment only from 9 a.m. until noon. To make an appointment, call (740) 592-9401.

Seduce Me: Pornography. Alcohol. Sexual addiction. Body image issues. These are things that many people, especially college students, fall prey to at some point throughout their lives. In other words, they are being seduced. 7 p.m., Baker Ballroom, OU.

Blood Mobile: HDL Center from 9 a.m - 3 p.m.; OU Martzolff Complex from 2– 8 p.m. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS, (1-800-733-2767) to make appointments.

Art: Join Danielle Wyckoff, visiting assistant professor, printmaking, OU School of Art, for lunch and a discussion about her work in the OU School of Art Faculty Exhibition. Optional boxed lunches available for advance purchase from The Ridges Café (call 593-0952 by Feb. 6, to pre-order). 12:10-12:50 p.m.

Parents Weekend Tours: Thirty-minute tours of the galleries with student intern guides begin at 12 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Kennedy Museum, OU.
Art:The African American Inventors and Inventions Traveling Museum will be at Ohio University on Wednesday, Feb. 8 in Baker University Theatre Lounge from 12 to 6 p.m. as part of the Black History Month celebrations.