Ohio University

February 17 — February 19, 2012  

One of the first and best family weekends.  Big and little sibs are invited to have a taste of college life and to bond with their brother or sister.  Cousins and other family members are welcome, too! 

Parking information for Sibs Weekend can be found on the Parking Services website located HERE.

Bus Transportation for sibs traveling to Ohio University can be found through the Ohio University Alumni Association website located HERE.

The schedule of events for Sibs Weekend will continue to be updated as more information is available from student organizations and university departments.

Friday

Open Stage with Bruce Dalzell

8pm - Midnight , The Front Room at Baker University Center  

An Ohio University tradition of over 20 years.  Sign up, stop by, and grab a cup of your favorite caffeinated beverage while Bruce Dalzell hosts the longest running Open Stage in Athens.

Star Gazing and Bonfire at The Ridges

Friday, February 17 from 7:00 - 11:30pm , The Ridges  

Join Outdoor Pursuits and Astronomer George Eberts for an evening of stargazing and bonfire fun.We will spend the evening roasting marshmallows, spotting constellations, gazing through a telescope, and listening to tales of the night sky and Ridges lore. Fee includes transportation and bonfire snacks.

Cost is $8 per person. 

The Magic of Billy Blagg

Friday, February 17, 2012 at 7:30pm , Templeton Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium  

SPECIAL SIBS WEEKEND EVENT!  Prepare to rub your eyes in disbelief as you witness top magical star Bill Blagg's mind blowing illusions and impossible magic tricks.  A great family event, Blagg presents a unique grand-scale performance branded by his trademark off-the-cuff personality, creating a show critics and audiences alike can't stop raving about.  You'll see audience volunteers levitate in mid-air, others vanish in the blink of an eye and so much more!  Blagg consistently draws standing ovations from audiences who have experienced his unique talents and performing arts ability.  With over 90 minutes of interactive, high-energy, action-packed magic & illusion making this one show you won't want to miss!  "Cool...UNBELIEVEABLE MAGIC!" - USA Today.

Reserved seating - $12 OHIO students & sibs; $18 Seniors; $20 General

Sibs Fest On West

Friday, February 17, 2012 from 8:30pm - Midnight , Boyd Dining Hall  

The Sibs Fest on West, a long running, annual tradition, will feature a DJ and dance floor, crafts, video games, Bingo, refreshments, and door prizes including a Nintendo 3 DS, an iPod Touch, and of course, more. 

School of Art Biennial Faculty Exhibition

Friday, February 17, 2012 from 10:00am - 5:00pm , Kennedy Museum of Art  

During this special year of celebrating the 75th College of Fine Arts anniversary, the biennial Ohio University School of Art Faculty Exhibition features works by School of Art teaching, Emeriti and retired faculty. The presented artwork mediums range from painting, sculpture, ceramics, prints, and photography to graphic design, drawing, and new media like video and installation art.

Undergraduate Juried Exhibition

Friday, February 17 from 10:00am - 4:00pm , Ohio University Art Gallery, Seigfred Hall  

Presented by The School of Art.  This highly competitive juried exhibition featuring the artwork created by School of Art undergraduate students. 

The Idiot by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Adaptation by David Fishelson

Friday, February 17, 2012 at 8:00pm , The Forum Theater, RTV Building  

Presented by The School of Theater. Directed by Jamie Lish. In this highly theatrical adaptation of Dostoyevsky's classic novel, nineteenth century Russia meets twenty-first century America as a naive prince struggles to find his way through a world torn between love and power, between virtue and corruption. 

TICKETS
FREE for OHIO Students
$10 General Admission
$7 Non-students
$7 Senior Citizens

Tickets will be on sale Monday - Friday from 12:00 noon - 5:00pm at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.  The night of the performance, tickets will be on sale one hour before the performance. 

So yOU Think You're Famous?!

Friday, February 17, 2012 beginning at 6:30pm , Baker University Center Ballroom  

Students recreate music videos on stage. Dancers and singers from a variety of styles showcase their unique style and talents. They are critiqued by a panel of judges and  the winner is chosen  by the audience!

Saturday

Old Man's Cave Day Hike

10:00am - 3:00pm , Old Man's Cave  

Join Outdoor Pursuits on a day hike through the Old Mans Cave region of Hocking Hills State Park.This area is scattered with a variety of geologic features, including waterfalls, sandstone cliffs and rock formations. A great afternoon to spend with your Sib this weekend!!!

Cost for this event is $15 per person. 

Frame Your Sib!

Saturday, February 18 from 12:00 noon - 3:00pm , Kennedy Museum of Art, Lin Hall, The Ridges  

Frame Your Sib at the Kennedy Museum of Art this Sibs Weekend.  

Come in any time between 12:00 noon and 3:00pm and for only $5 you and your sib can be "framed" in a photographic memory of Sibs Weekend 2012.  

Admission to the Kennedy Museum is FREE. 

Sibs Fun House

Saturday, February 18, 2012 from 7:00pm - 11:00pm , Baker University Center  

Come join the Ohio University Program Council in Baker Center for a night of bumper cars, mini golf, derby racers, balloon artists, face painting, glitter tattoos, and popcorn! A wild and FREE event for you and your siblings!

"Ohio Takeover 2012 Tour" SIBS Weekend Concert presented by BSCPB

Saturday, February 18, 2012 beginning at 8:00pm , Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium  

The Black Student Cultural Programming Board proudly presents "Ohio Takeover 2012 Tour" featuring BIG K.R.I.T., Dom Kennedy, Stalley, LxE for the Uncoll and Ill Poetic.

Tickets
Students $15
General $17

The Idiot by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Adaptation by David Fishelson

Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 8:00pm , The Forum Theater, RTV Building  

Presented by The School of Theater.  Directed by Jamie Lish.  IN this highly theatrical adaptation of Dostoyevsky's classic novel, nineteenth century Russia meets twenty-first century America as a naive prince struggles to find his way through a world torn between love and power, between virtue and corruption.

TICKETS
FREE for OHIO Students
$10 General Admission
$7 Non-students
$7 Senior Citizens

Tickets will be on sale Monday - Friday from 12:00 noon - 5:00pm at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.  The night of the performance, tickets will be on sale one hour before the performance.

OHIO Women's Basketball v. Kent State

Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 2:00pm , The Convocation Center  

"Pink Zone" game in support of breast cancer awareness
Free Pink t-shirts for the first 200 fans
Student tickets free, all Sibs tickets just $5!

OHIO Men's Basketball v. UNC-Ashville

Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 7:00pm , The Convocation Center  

ESPN BracketBuster game
BLACKOUT - Wear black to the game and help showcase Ohio to the nation!
Free black rally towels for the first 4,000 fans
Student tickets free, all Sibs tickets just $5!

Recreational Ice Skating

Saturday, February 18 from 2:00pm - 3:30pm , Bird Arena  

Step out onto the ice for an afternoon of recreational skating!

$4.00 for guests, FREE to Ohio University students. 

Sunday

Sibs Weekend Zip Line

Sunday, February 19, 2012, 12:00 noon - 4:00pm , Outdoor Pursuits Challenge COurse, The Ridges  

Head for the Ridges to catch some air on the Outdoor Pursuits zip line! We'll provide the equipment and instruction, you provide the excitement as you climb to the take-off platform and fly down a 300 foot zip line.

Cost for this event is $20 per person.

Symphonic Band and University Band Concert

Sunday, February 19, 2012 at 4:00pm , Templeton Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium  

Join the Ohio University Symphonic Band and University Band under the direction of Dr. Richard Suk and Andrew Trachsel for a wonderfully exciting afternoon of music. 

Recreational Ice Skating

Sunday, February 19, 2012 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm and 3:30pm - 5:00pm , Bird Arena  

Step out onto the ice for an afternoon of recreational ice skating.  

$4.00 for guests, FREE to Ohio University students.