144 things to do in Gallipolis, OH this weekend, Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15. On the first page: 15 talks + ideas, 5 art, 5 board games, 5 community. Among them: Speak Your Pizza at Baker University Center (Friday 5:30 a.m.); Senior Symposium (for all Senior Education Majors) at Schoonover Center (Friday 8:30 a.m.); The Bobcat Build: Help us build a home with Habitat for Humanity at Parks Hall (Friday 9 a.m.); Native Leaders of the Ohio Valley at Ohio University Southern (Friday 9:30 a.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Baker University CenterAthens, OH35 mi
Food & drink
A non-partisan ACLU discussion over pizza with professors and experts on topics from queer rights to privacy rights. Open to all students.
Baker University Center, 1 Park Place, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Eastern Time
Talks + ideas
A free one-day, in-person event for senior education majors from all six campuses, built around student agency in the classroom.
Schoonover Center, 20 East Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time
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9 a.m.–4 p.m. Eastern Time
Talks + ideas
Hands-on home building with Habitat for Humanity on the job site, guided by staff and experienced volunteers. No construction experience needed; volunteer shifts are booked through GivePulse.
Parks Hall, 24 West Green Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time
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9:30 a.m. Eastern Time
Ohio University SouthernIronton, OH33 mi
Talks + ideas
Jim Lee, a member of the Shawnee Tribe and the Cherokee Nation, traces his family history and the path of the Shawnee from the Ohio and Scioto rivers through removal and restored sovereignty. Free.
Ohio University Southern, 1804 Liberty Avenue, Ironton, OH
Friday, November 13, 2026, 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time
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10 a.m.–12 a.m. Eastern Time
An exhibition exploring craftsmanship and how materials preserve community histories, curated by university students.
Kennedy Museum of Art, 100 Ridges Circle, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. Eastern Time
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10 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern Time
Abstract works by Distinguished Professor John Sabraw on the earth's ecosystems and our relationship with nature. Admission is always free.
Kennedy Museum of Art, 100 Ridges Circle, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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10 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern Time
An installation of artists' print work showing fungi specimens.
Lin Hall, 100 Ridges Circle, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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10 a.m.–12 p.m. Eastern Time
Chubb HallAthens, OH35 mi
Talks + ideas
A weekly community social hosted by the Dean's Office for University College, first-generation, and TRIO students, pairing discussions on campus resources and funding with crafts, cookies, and board games.
Chubb Hall, 74 South Court Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time
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11 a.m.–12 p.m. Eastern Time
South Webster LibrarySouth Webster, OH29 mi
Family
A storytime paired with sensory play, where families read, play and craft together for about an hour.
South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH 45682
Friday, November 13, 2026, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time
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11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Baker University CenterAthens, OH35 mi
Talks + ideas
Campus and community organizations share resources on sexual health and well-being, and free safer sex supplies and educational materials are available.
Baker University Center, 1 Park Place, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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11:30 a.m. Eastern Time
Family
Story Time with Mrs. Rachel: a story and some music and movement in the Birdsong Barn stage area.
Hocking Hills Children's Museum, 78 W Main St, Logan, OH 43138
Friday, November 13, 2026, 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time
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12 p.m.–2 p.m. Eastern Time
Baker University CenterAthens, OH35 mi
Talks + ideas
Bobcat ArtsCare Tabling on the 4th floor of Baker: learn how arts engagement can improve your wellness.
Baker University Center, 1 Park Place, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern Time
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12 p.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time
Gladys W. and David H. Patton HallAthens, OH35 mi
Talks + ideas
The PCOE Research & Creative Activity Forum: learn about faculty and student work through 25-minute talks, 55-minute workshops or 45-minute roundtables.
Gladys W. and David H. Patton Hall, 100 East Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Time
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1 p.m.–1:45 p.m. Eastern Time
Charles J. Ping Student Recreation CenterAthens, OH35 mi
Fitness class
A meditative class immersed in sound from singing bowls, gongs and chimes. Free for OHIO students, with registration required.
Charles J. Ping Student Recreation Center, 82 South Green Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Eastern Time
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1:30 p.m. Eastern Time
South Parkersburg LibraryParkersburg, WV45 mi
Community
Story time for children ages 4 to 5 at the South Parkersburg Library, featuring a variety of tales.
South Parkersburg Library, 1807 Blizzard Drive, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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2 p.m. Eastern Time
Upcycle Ohio MakerspaceAthens, OH35 mi
Talks + ideas
Runs across the dates shown. An orientation for makerspace members who need to use the laser engraver.
Limited run.
Upcycle Ohio Makerspace, 751 W Union St, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 2 p.m. Eastern Time
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2:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Portsmouth Public LibraryPortsmouth, OH43 mi
Community
A free library program: make a craft, play card or board games, or compete with others on a computer or VR game.
Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662
Friday, November 13, 2026, 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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3 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Bentley HallAthens, OH35 mi
Talks + ideas
An economics seminar with Mark Wynne of the Dallas FED presenting Global Economic Outlook.
Ohio University-Main Campus
Bentley Hall, 4 President Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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3 p.m. Eastern Time
Venue at 176 Puntenny Run RdBlue Creek, OH59 mi
Live music
A two-night stay in the Appalachian foothills with bourbon tasting lessons from sixth-generation maker Scott Noe, all included.
Venue at 176 Puntenny Run Rd, 176 Puntenny Run Road, Blue Creek, OH 45616
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3 p.m. Eastern Time
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4 p.m. Eastern Time
Fourth Space GamesPortsmouth, OH44 mi
Card games
Casual Commander for all experience levels, from 4 p.m. Free drop-in play; bring a deck. Weekly schedule; check the shop for holiday changes.
Weekly, Fridays
Fourth Space Games, 524 2nd Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4 p.m. Eastern Time
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4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
New Boston LibraryNew Boston, OH41 mi
Family
Stories, songs and creative play that build early literacy and fine motor skills for young children at this library.
New Boston Library, 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH 45662
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Lucasville LibraryLucasville, OH44 mi
Family
Tweens craft slime that smells like pumpkin pie at the Lucasville Library. The program is free.
Lucasville Library, 103 State Route 728, Lucasville, OH 45648
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Goblin Traders Games and ComicsIronton, OH33 mi
Theater
Magic: The Gathering's Friday Night Magic, in Commander: four-player games where each deck is built around one legendary card and everyone starts at 40 life. Players of every level are welcome. Casual play for up to 32 players.
Goblin Traders Games and Comics, 923 S 3rd St, Ironton, OH 45638
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Breathe Wine & Culture Co.Huntington, WV33 mi
Festival
Sip & Create DIY Christmas Cards at Breathe Wine & Culture Co. in Huntington, West Virginia.
Breathe Wine & Culture Co., 335 9th St, Huntington, WV 25701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Marshall Health Network ArenaHuntington, WV33 mi
Live music
Embrace Hope Banquet at Marshall Health Network Arena in Huntington, West Virginia.
Marshall Health Network Arena, 1 Civic Center Drive, Huntington, WV 25701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Deep Dive Games - AthensAthens, OH36 mi
Board games
Magic: The Gathering in Commander, its four-player format: each deck is built around one legendary card, its commander, and everyone starts at 40 life. Casual play for up to 40 players.
Deep Dive Games - Athens, 908 E State St, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
Marshall University campusHuntington, WV30 mi
Sports + fitness
A volleyball match where Marshall's Thundering Herd face Southern Miss in Division I.
Marshall University campus, 1 John Marshall Dr, Huntington, WV 25755
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
TailGreat ParkAthens, OH35 mi
Fitness class
The Survivor Advocacy Program's annual 5K Glow Run/Walk, an illuminated 5K showing support for survivors; everyone is welcome.
TailGreat Park, 97 Richland Ave., Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
Phoenix Nest GamesAthens, OH36 mi
Board games
Phoenix Nest Games, 540 W. Union st, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–11 p.m. Eastern Time
The BrickhouseJefferson, WV38 mi
Other
Philadelphia emo band Carly Cosgrove plays the new Brickhouse, with support from Morgantown's Sweetheart Grip and Title Wave.
The Brickhouse, 7101 MacCorkle Avenue Southwest, Jefferson, WV 25177
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
McKinley Community CenterSt. Albans, WV38 mi
Movie screening
Free Friday the 13th movie night with an hour of trivia and prizes, photos with Jason, and concessions while supplies last.
McKinley Community Center, 3000 Kanawha Terrace, St. Albans, WV 25177
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
Lost Legion Games and Comics, The RiflemanSouth Charleston, WV41 mi
Board games
Lost Legion Games and Comics, The Rifleman, 600 D St, South Charleston, WV 25303
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
The Pottery PlaceCharleston, WV43 mi
Family
A multimedia arts and crafts class for kids ages 6 to 12, centered on making a fall coaster set. It costs $40.
The Pottery Place, 2824 Mountaineer Blvd, Charleston, WV 25309
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
United Way of Ross CountyChillicothe, OH55 mi
Board games
A free, peer-led NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults who have experienced mental health symptoms. Welcoming and LGBTQIA+ focused, it blends board games and conversation.
United Way of Ross County, 69 E Water St, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Maggie's Farm and AromaticsChillicothe, OH55 mi
Talks + ideas
A candle-pouring workshop where you make a wood bowl candle scented with dried herbs and spices, with pumpkin roll to enjoy.
Maggie's Farm and Aromatics, 72 N Paint St, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
The ArmoryMarietta, OH57 mi
Food & drink
A bar crawl through downtown Marietta.
The Armory, 241 Front St suite 9, Marietta, OH 45750
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m. Eastern TimeDoors 5:00
Marshall Health Network ArenaHuntington, WV33 mi
Live music
The annual banquet from Recovery Point West Virginia, with a keynote, recovery stories and recognition of people making a difference.
Marshall Health Network Arena, 1 Civic Center Drive, Huntington, WV 25701
Friday, November 13, 2026 · Doors 5 p.m. · Show 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Fitness class
An all-levels gentle flow yoga class with live crystal singing bowls and gongs, led by Michelle Greenfield Yoga and Kojun of Sacred Waves Sound Healing.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens, 184 Longview Heights Road, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Barn at Rush CreekSugar Grove, OH59 mi
Comedy
Food & drink
A dinner and live comedy night with plenty of laughs and good company.
Barn at Rush Creek, 29130 Klump Road, Sugar Grove, OH 43155
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
The Colony GallipolisGallipolis, OH3.9 mi
Karaoke
Karaoke Night at The Colony Gallipolis in Ohio.
The Colony Gallipolis, 418 Second Ave, Gallipolis, OH 45631
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
Kitchen Table Cards & GamesHurricane, WV28 mi
Theater
Magic: The Gathering's Friday Night Magic as a draft: players open booster packs around tables of up to eight, keep one card at a time and pass the rest, then build 40-card decks and play one-on-one. Players of every level are welcome. Casual play; entry is $20.
Kitchen Table Cards & Games, 2940 Putnam Ave, Hurricane, WV 25526
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
Back in Time ToyzJackson, OH29 mi
Theater
Friday Night Magic Commander at Back in Time Toyz in Jackson, Ohio. Magic: The Gathering is a collectible card game created by Richard Garfield and first released by Wizards of the Coast in 1993.
Back in Time Toyz, 203 Broadway St, Jackson, OH 45640
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
Alban Arts CenterSt. Albans, WV36 mi
Art
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: 10-year-old Elliott hides an alien left behind on Earth, and with his brother and little sister Gertie tries to help him find his way home.
Alban Arts Center, 65 Olde Main Plaza, St. Albans, WV 25177
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
Doors open 30 minutes before the show starts typically.From albanartscenter.com, Oct 24, 2026
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7 p.m. Eastern Time
Smith DungeonGrayson, KY53 mi
Board games
Smith Dungeon, 131 Carol Malone Blvd Suite E, Grayson, KY 41143
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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7 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Chillicothe High SchoolChillicothe, OH56 mi
Community
A nonstop run of games and fun, with a party atmosphere that never lets up.
Chillicothe High School, 425 Yoctangee Parkway, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Smith Music Hall · Recital HallHuntington, WV30 mi
Choir
Marshall University School of Music performance in the Recital Hall.
School of Music performance.
Smith Music Hall · Recital Hall, 3rd Avenue at Hal Greer Boulevard, Huntington, WV 25701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Eastern Time
Alchemy TheatreHuntington, WV31 mi
Theater
The tale of Nathan Detroit and Sky Masterson trying to run a secret craps game on the streets of New York without alerting the cops, the Save A Soul Mission, or Adelaide and Sarah. Hits include Take Back Your Mink and Luck Be A Lady.
Alchemy Theatre, 68 Holley Ave, Huntington, WV 25705
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Oakwood Baptist ChurchCharleston, WV44 mi
Community
Runs across the dates shown. A weekend convention for students in grades 9 through 12, centered on Bible study and worship.
Limited run.
Oakwood Baptist Church, 855 Oakwood Road, Charleston, WV 25314
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Sports + fitness
Home men's basketball: Marietta's Pioneers, NCAA Division III in the Ohio Athletic Conference, against Waynesburg.
Marietta College campus, 215 Fifth Street, Marietta, OH 45750
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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8 p.m.–11 p.m. Eastern Time
Keith-Albee Performing Arts CenterHuntington, WV31 mi
Theater
We Are Marshall: A 20th Anniversary Commemorative Screening at Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center in Huntington, West Virginia.
Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center, 925 4th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time
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8 p.m. Eastern Time
Putnam HallAthens, OH35 mi
Talks + ideas
Runs across the dates shown. A thesis play: a stuffed dragon, a world to step into, and some mommy issues.
Limited run.
Putnam Hall, 96 East Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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8 p.m. Eastern Time
RTV Communications BuildingAthens, OH36 mi
Talks + ideas
Tantrum Theater presents Peter and the Starcatcher, the five-time Tony Award-winning play by Rick Elice from the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson.
Ohio University-Main Campus
RTV Communications Building, 35 North College Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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8 p.m. Eastern Time
RTV Communications BuildingAthens, OH36 mi
Talks + ideas
Peter and the Starcatcher: Tantrum Theater stages Rick Elice's five-time Tony Award-winning play about how a young orphan became the boy who wouldn't grow up. Directed by Brendon Fox.
RTV Communications Building, 35 North College Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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8 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Live at The ShopDunbar, WV40 mi
Other
Live at the Shop hosts a show by the Larry Keel Experience.
Live at The Shop, 1233 Ohio Avenue, Dunbar, WV 25064
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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10 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Casa CantinaAthens, OH36 mi
Other
A late-night heavy rock show featuring Tears of Olympus, Dune, 1333, and Swage. $8.
Casa Cantina, 6 West State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Food: tacos · burritos · quesadillas · breakfast · sandwiches · salads · Vegetarian optionsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
We take reservations for any day or time that our kitchen is open.From casanueva.com, Oct 24, 2026
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6 a.m. Eastern Time
Gallipolis RiverfrontGallipolis, OH3.9 mi
Community
Gallipolis Open Bass Tournament Fundraiser at Gallipolis Riverfront in Ohio.
Gallipolis Riverfront, 300 First Avenue, Gallipolis, OH 45631
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 6 a.m. Eastern Time
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8 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern Time
The Athens Art Guild's annual holiday shoppe, where dozens of local artisans sell handcrafted wares for gift giving.
Athens Community Center, 701 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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8 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time
Mountaineer MontessoriCharleston, WV48 mi
Other
Mountaineer Montessori Inaugural Scholastic in Charleston.
Mountaineer Montessori, 4801 Staunton Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Time
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9 a.m.–12 p.m. Eastern Time
Rural Action Forestry Office at Sugarbush LLCAthens, OH33 mi
Talks + ideas
A workshop with Rural Action on cultivating ginseng in your woodlands.
Rural Action Forestry Office at Sugarbush LLC, 6675 Baker Road, Athens, OH 45701
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time
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9 a.m.–4 p.m. Eastern Time
Talks + ideas
Hands-on home building with Habitat for Humanity on the job site, guided by staff and experienced volunteers. No construction experience needed; volunteer shifts are booked through GivePulse.
Parks Hall, 24 West Green Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time
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