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Crosscurrents at Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine Arts Center is a juried multi-media exhibition featuring top regional artists.

Each year, dozens of artists vie for a chance to exhibit in this long-running annual show. A guest juror chooses the works for the exhibit and cash prizes are awarded to winning artists. Read more here.

Crosscurrents is on display through August 22. Regular gallery hours are 9am-5pm Monday through Friday and 10am-4pm Saturday. Admission is free.

Sponsored by United Bank.

Purchase/view artwork available for sale here.

Crosscurrents at Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine Arts Center is a juried multi-media exhibition featuring top regional artists.

Each year, dozens of artists vie for a chance to exhibit in this long-running annual show. A guest juror chooses the works for the exhibit and cash prizes are awarded to winning artists. Read more here.

Crosscurrents is on display through August 22. Regular gallery hours are 9am-5pm Monday through Friday and 10am-4pm Saturday. Admission is free.

Sponsored by United Bank.

Purchase/view artwork available for sale here.

Visit the premier dance school in Wheeling and the Upper Ohio Valley. Oglebay Institute’s School of Dance will host its annual open house 10am- 1pm Saturday, August 22.

Dance students can meet instructors, tour the studios, learn about new classes, and participate in class demos throughout the day. Students can register for fall classes as well.

Finally, enter for the chance to win door prizes and enjoy free refreshments.

More about the School of Dance:

Since its founding in 1930, Oglebay Institute has recognized the importance of creative expression through movement and music. Dance, in all forms, has been a vibrant part of Institute’s programming for more than eight decades. Oglebay Institute’s School of Dance presents dance as an art form and a means of self-expression and social interaction for all ages. From novice dancers to returning professionals, our students can immerse themselves in the art of dance at OI.

Instructed by the Dancing Wheels Company of Cleveland, Ohio, this workshop provides a unique approach to education and therapy. Through the use of movement and performance, those with physical, sensory, or developmental disabilities can participate in the art of dance. This inclusive workshop also invites non-disabled peers to join this freeing, educational and joyous experience.

Workshop meets 7-8:30pm Monday, August 24 at Oglebay Institute’s School of Dance. Open to all ages, with or without physical disabilities.

$50 per person. Register online or call 304-242-7700.

More about the Dancing Wheels Company & School:

Dancing Wheels Company & School is considered one of the premier arts and disabilities organizations in the U.S. Their belief is dance is an expression of the human spirit, best expressed by people of all abilities.

The Dancing Wheels Company professionally integrates the talents of dancers both with and without disabilities. To date, their inspirational mission has touched over 5 million people through performances, school assemblies, residencies and workshops. Millions more have enjoyed their artistry with appearances on CNN, Good Morning America, and the TV special, “Christopher Reeve: A Celebration of Hope.”