ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — As we start to ditch our coats and say goodbye to occasional snow slush, communities throughout Athens County are gathering in April to welcome the new season in engaging, creative ways. (Egg-gaging ways, even.)
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Seasonal events in Athens County
Saturday, April 5
- KidFest: 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Walter Field House, 50 S. Green Drive, Athens. Hosted by Athens County Children Services. $3 admission.
- International Street Fair: 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Court St., Athens. Hosted by Ohio University and the City of Athens.
- Chauncey Spring Prep Day: 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Chauncey Community Park, West Bailey Road, Chauncey. Features seed and plant swap, seed sowing, tree care, and trimmer repair workshops.
Wednesday, April 9
- Online Tools for Garden Planning : 4 p.m., Chauncey Public Library, 29 Converse St., Chauncey.
Thursday, April 10
- Craft workshop: Spring Wreath: 2–4 p.m., Coolville Public Library, 26401 Main St., Coolville. All materials provided.
Friday, April 11
- Three-day Thai New Year Buffet: Dr. May’s Thai Kitchen, 333 E. State St., Athens.
- Continues Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13. See daily timing through the link. Tickets available until Monday, April 8.
- Friday Fish Fry: 4:30–6:30 p.m., Holy Family Center, 75 Stewart St., Athens.
Saturday, April 12
- Easter Basket Bingo: 5 p.m., Trimble Elementary School, 18500 Jacksonville Road, Glouster.
- Chesterhill Produce Auction Spring Consignment:. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 8380 Wagoner Road, Chesterhill.
- Easter Egg Hunt: 1 p.m., Living Water Worship Center, 401 Dailey Road, Albany. For children up to 12 years old.
- Westside Spring Spruce Up: Noon–4 p.m., Westside, Athens.
- Fourth Annual Easter Egg Hunt: 1 p.m., Sidewayz Event Center, 5675 SR 685, Buchtel.
Sunday, April 13
- Family Fun: Bunny Edition: Noon–3 p.m., Big Run Kava Bar, 72 N. Court St., Athens.
- Athens Ohio Marathon & Half Marathon: 8 a.m., starts at the corner of South College St. and East Union St., Athens. Register.
Tuesday, April 15
- Wooden Peeps: 4–5 p.m., Coolville Public Library, 26401 Main St., Coolville.
- Learn to Crochet Reusable Easter Eggs: 5–7 p.m., $25 cost. Register. Upcycle Ohio Community MakerSpace, 751 W. Union Street, Athens.
Wednesday, April 16
- Poppies for a Purpose: 6:30 p.m., Echoing Connections, 88 Columbus Road, Athens. Art class with materials provided. $15 per person.
- Make a Peeps Diorama: 4–5 pm., Chauncey Public Library, 29 Converse St., Chauncey.
Thursday, April 17
- Meet Angora Rabbits: 4–5 p.m., Wells (Albany) Public Library, 5200 Washington Road, Albany.
Friday, April 18
- Friday Fish Fry: 4:30–6:30 p.m., Holy Family Center, 75 Stewart St., Athens.
Saturday, April 19
- Easter Breakfast: 8–11 a.m., Jacksonville Volunteer Fire Department, 34 S 6th St., Jacksonville.
- Easter Vigil: 8:30 p.m., held at both Christ the King, 141 Mill St., Athens, and Sacred Heart, 75 Stewart St., Athens.
- Cannabis Museums’ 3rd Annual Hemp Fair: 1 p.m., 16050 Canaanville Road, Athens.
- Spring Egg Hunt: 1–3 p.m., behind Athens Community Center, 701 E. State St., Athens. Hosted by the City of Athens Arts, Parks and Recreation Department. Hunt begins at 2 p.m.
- Boots on the Trail Spring Trash Cleanup: 2–5 p.m., 5495 SR 78, Glouster. Veterans only.
- Skate Jam: 3 to 9 p.m., Devil’s Kettle Brewing, 93 Columbus Road, Athens. $10–15 donation suggested.
Sunday, April 20
- Easter Brunch: 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Burr Oak Lodge, 10660 Burr Oak Lodge Road, Glouster. Reservations required; call 740-767-1210.
Monday, April 21
- Earth Day Party: 7 p.m., Big Run Kava Bar, 72 N. Court St., Athens. $20, drink included.
Saturday, April 26
- Make a Planter Box: 1–5 p.m., UpCycle Ohio Makerspace, 751 W. Union St., Athens. Potluck follows.
Monday, April 28
- Chesterhill Produce Auction Opening Day Potluck and 20-year Celebration: 3–5:30 p.m., 8380 Wagoner Road, Chesterhill. Bring a dish.
