Friday
The Big Cover-Up XXI at 9 p.m. at The Union Bar and Grill, 18 W. Union St. 97.5 FM WLCI and Blackout Booking present a show of local bands and artists performing for the night as cover bands in to raise money for the Athens County Humane Society.
Admission: $5 donation recommended
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Hearts on Fire Pop up Sale at 5 p.m. at West End Ciderworks and Distillery Tasting Room, 237 W. State St. Shop local and find high quality, handcrafted wares and taste some local spirits.
Admission: Free
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For the Love of Athens: Photo Exhibition at 5 p.m. at ARTS/West, 132 W. State St.. The art opening is free and open to the public featuring food, drinks and live piano music by Amy Abercrombie.
Admission: Free
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Saturday
Fire Fest at 12 p.m. at Hocking College, 3301 Hocking Pkwy. An event bringing together local and regional artists to celebrate glass, ceramics and other fire-based media. The event will include ceramic demonstration and networking for artists.
Admission: Free
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Kazma’s Dating Game at 6:30 p.m. at Athens Uncorked, 14 Station St. Kazma Knights and her Uncorked Dolls will be having a very special evening of fun. Those who dare can play the dating game at intermission.
Admission: $8 at door
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Brrrrr Oak Winter Hike at 10 a.m. at Burr Oak State Park, 10660 Burr Oak Lodge Rd. Explore the scenic views of Burr Oak State Park, while trying to spot the Burr Oak eagles.
Admission: Free
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Sunday
18th Annual Bowl-A-Rama! at 1 p.m. at Starbrick Cooperative Gallery, 21 W. Columbus St, Nelsonville. The event features art bowls made by the artists at Starbrick and also features an array of chillies, including hot, mild, vegan, vegetarian, beef, pork and chicken. Buy a bowl and the chili is free.
Admission: Purchase of a bowl
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Game Night at 3 p.m. at Little Fish Brewing Company, 8675 Armitage Rd. It will feature games like D&D, Magic the Gathering, Risk and Euchre. Players are encouraged to bring any games they would like to share.
Admission: Free
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Full Moon Hike at 6 p.m. at Lake Hope State Park, 27331 OH-278, McArthur. Enjoy a hike with nature while looking out for night time creatures. No flashlight needed, as those on the hike will be allowing their eyes to adjust to the night time darkness.
Admission: Free
