Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre
Enjoy West Virginia's ONLY Branson-style dinner shows. Our featured two hours Premier Show offers a high energy, state of the art show with music from the 50's to today including Country, Gospel, Pop, Rock and Patriotic presentations all performed by top musicians and performers. Enjoy a plated meal of fried chicken, meatloaf, coleslaw, green beans, roasted potatoes, rolls, beverage and desserts served right to your table, then sit back and be entertained by the area’s finest musicians, dancers and performers.
Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre
Enjoy West Virginia's ONLY Branson-style dinner shows. Our featured two hours Premier Show offers a high energy, state of the art show with music from the 50's to today including Country, Gospel, Pop, Rock and Patriotic presentations all performed by top musicians and performers. Enjoy a plated meal of fried chicken, meatloaf, coleslaw, green beans, roasted potatoes, rolls, beverage and desserts served right to your table, then sit back and be entertained by the area’s finest musicians, dancers and performers.
Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre
Enjoy West Virginia's ONLY Branson-style dinner shows. Our featured two hours Premier Show offers a high energy, state of the art show with music from the 50's to today including Country, Gospel, Pop, Rock and Patriotic presentations all performed by top musicians and performers. Enjoy a plated meal of fried chicken, meatloaf, coleslaw, green beans, roasted potatoes, rolls, beverage and desserts served right to your table, then sit back and be entertained by the area’s finest musicians, dancers and performers.
57th Annual Governors Cup Ski Race
Canaan's race staff will set up a challenging giant slalom race on Saturday and a slalom race on Sunday. On each day there will be two runs. An added bonus this year, Canaan's Wild Thing spring party coincides with Governors Cup, making for a fun-filled weekend for the whole family.
Sutton Lake Fall Foliage Tour
Experience WV’s autumn glory by boat! 2018 fall foliage lake tours available for four days only – October 6, 7,
Sutton Lake Fall Foliage Tour
Experience WV's autumn glory by boat! 2018 fall foliage lake tours available for four days only - October 6, 7, 13, and 14. All tours depart at 2pm and last approximately 2 1/2 hours. Sutton Lake has 44 miles of shoreline surrounded by over 10,000 acres of protected land and the views are spectacular. $33.00/person + tax (no charge for children under age 3) includes the boat, driver, fuel, and safety equipment. Sit back, relax, and let us do the driving. Make your reservation by calling 304-765-2120 or book online at http://www.suttonlakemarina.com/fall-foliage-tours.
Sutton Lake Fall Foliage Tour
Experience WV's autumn glory by boat! 2018 fall foliage lake tours available for four days only - October 6, 7, 13, and 14. All tours depart at 2:00 p.m. and last approximately 2 1/2 hours. Sutton Lake has 44 miles of shoreline surrounded by over 10,000 acres of protected land and the views are spectacular. $28.00/person + tax (no charge for children under age 3) includes the boat, driver, fuel, and safety equipment. Sit back, relax, and let us do the driving. Make your reservation by calling 304-765-2120 or book online at http://www.suttonlakemarina.com/fall-foliage-tours.
Sutton Lake Fall Foliage Tour
Experience WV’s autumn glory by boat! 2018 fall foliage lake tours available for four days only – October 6, 7,
Family Friendly Magic Show at Stonewall Resort
On December 17th, bring the family to West Virginia’s only AAA Four Diamond lakeside resort, and make your holiday celebrations truly magical! Experience an unforgettable performance by master magician Mark Clayton at Stonewall Resort! This fast paced, comical and high energy show is family friendly and features a variety of unbelievable magic and grand illusions in the Stonewall Ballroom. Showtimes: 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Individual tickets ($15) are available at our front desk or by calling 304-269-7400. We also have special overnight packages starting at just $119, inclusive of lakeside lodge accommodations and tickets to the show! Availability is very limited so book now! www.StonewallResort.com
It’s Christmas Again Holiday Family Concert
Get in the holiday spirit and bring the whole family to a great concert with MAC Glee, a community chorus sponsored by the MAC: Monongalia Arts Center. Special guest entertainment with STEEL AWAY steel drum band. Lively, fun, sure to be a great toe tapping time!
Dunbar Branch Library Holiday Open House
Stop by during the Dunbar Branch Library's annual Holiday Open House for refreshments, music, children's crafts, and other fun activities! Find out what's new in the library and bask in the holiday spirit.
FestivALL Charleston
Enjoy 10 days of music, theater, dance, visual art, family fun and much more in the capital city! FestivALL is West Virginia's premier arts collaborator and welcomes the community to come together to experience both local and national talents. The city-wide and multi-arts event hosts over 130 events and 360 performances and exhibitions from music, theatre, dance, visual art, humanities and more each summer. Many events are free or low cost and are designed with a little bit of something for everyone. Stay tuned for 2017 announcements!
Star Watch with the SMART Centre
Star Watch from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. at Grand Vue Park’s Zip Line Adventure Area, Shelter #1 — FREE and open to the public.
“A Veterans Salute to Rosie the Riveters”
The South Charleston Museum Foundation “D” St. Series presents: “A Veterans Salute to Rosie the Riveters” Sunday, November 13 at 4:00 pm LaBelle Theater 311 “D” St. So. Chas. Three authentic Rosie’s telling their stories Music: Pepper Fandango The Band Wagon Exhibiting artists: Robin White (grandmother was a Rosie) Anna Toler-Frazier Carrie Dawson Admission is $5 veterans and children free admission
Sesame Street Live
Join the Sesame Street family for a night of fun in their quest to making a new friend!
Williamson Halloween Bash & Fireworks Display
Come enjoy Halloween in a safe & family-friendly atmosphere at the Williamson Field House. Games, prizes and treat bags for the children from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. At 8:30 p.m., it will be time for a Spectacular Halloween Themed Fireworks display produced by WV Pyrotechnician complete with haunted music by Hall Sound and UFO Attack. Come see the 100 foot fireball! You don't want to miss this show!!!
Wheeling Symphony presents “The Music of John Williams: STAR WARS & More!”
Contemporary American classical composer, John Williams has written some of the most popular music of the modern era. His themes echo in our collective consciousness and remind us of the powerful role music plays in the movies. From the Jedi and Storm Trooper themes of STAR WARS, to the magic of HARRY POTTER, and the action of unlikely hero INDIANA JONES, John Williams’ music will delight and entertain the entire family. Join Maestro André Raphel and your very own Wheeling Symphony Orchestra for this exciting concert! Fun for the Whole Family, Costumes Encouraged!
FestivALL Fall Harvest Art Fair
Visit elegant space of the Woman's Club on the historic East End of Charleston to see one of the state’s best collections of unique, high quality, hand-crafted products from over 35 juried artisans, most of whom also participated in the Capitol Street Art Fair.This event continues to grow in popularity as a staple of FestivALL Fall and is a popular stop for early holiday shopping! The fair also includes free make and take activities for children and more. FREE admission. The fair runs from Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. to Sunday, 11a.m. - 5 p.m. Make-and-take activities will be provided by Anna Copenhaver, Charleston Parks and Recreation, the East End Family Resource Center, Charleston Arthritis Foundation and Charleston Montessori. This event is made possible by the Charles and Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation and EQT Foundation. Artists Bath & Body Hermitage Workshops Wild Mountain Soaps Fine Art: Antique Pet Photos Art of Seth HepCatz Charles Ott Pat Cross Art, LLC Staci Leech-Cornell Furniture: WoodVox Jewelry: Anna Toler-Frazier Beadunique by Kari Coin Rings & Ear Things Connie McColley Handmade Jewelry Machele’s Creations Merideth Young Mud Made Beautiful by Harki Handmade Soulfully Salvaged Paper Arts Teresa Gail Designs The Artisan’s Menagerie Leather: Greenbrier Valley Leather Photography: Kevin Jack Photography Morehead Photography Rick Burgess Photography Pottery: Arts and Thoughts Studio Regina Swim Wingard Pottery Sculpture: Michael Sizemore Seth Morris Specialty Foods: Mountain Momma Organics Plain Jane's Country Cookin' Textiles & Apparel: Clothes for the Soul- Denise Orzanne Gretchen VanNostrand Suzan Morgan Wood: Cartwright's Creations
Lil Dungeon of Horrors: Family Night
We welcome families with children ages 7 -12 to join us for “Lil Dungeon of Horrors” from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.! This is a scaled-down version of our haunted house specifically designed for younger children that might not be ready for the “full” Dungeon.
Spooky Night Tours at the WV Wildlife Center
This will mark the 7th year for this family-friendly event. We have already started planning and building new props. Hayrides will start at 4:30 p.m. and will last until just before 7:00 p.m. At that time, we’ll clear the tractors out of the way and start the guided tours of the animal exhibits. The maze will be open from 4:30 to 9:00 p.m. We welcome your group for this event. Please call the office at least one week in advance so we can prepare for your visit and ensure things run smoothly for you. The office is open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. You can reach us by calling 304-924-6211. Regular admission fees apply.
Hayrides at the WV Wildlife Center
Enjoy the cool nights of Fall with a Hayride through the WV Wildlife Center! Perfect for families, young children, and groups of friends, our Hayrides have become incredibly popular! Hayrides will start at 4:30 p.m. and will last until 7:00 p.m or dark, whichever comes first.
Blue Ridge Arts & Crafts Festival
Celebrate West Virginia arts, crafts, spirits, music, and food at this free family-friendly festival at the Bloomery Plantation Distillery in Charles Town, WV, near historic Harper's Ferry. Over 30 artists set up selling their wares for Mother's Day gift shopping, with artist demonstrations, a kid's arts and crafts tent, local delicious food vendors, and free samples of the distillery's limoncello and other WV spirits. Free reusable shopping bag for the first 30 attendees, with a beautiful WV state image. Door prizes, food pantry drive.
Adult Play Date at Capon Springs
Come for any number of nights starting Monday, June 25th through Wednesday, June 27th to immerse yourself in the freedom of traditional outdoor play at Capon. Designed for the kid in all of us these simple, fun interactive morning, afternoon and evening sessions are led by “Let’s Play America” speaker, author and regular Capon guest Pat Rumbaugh. Activities include: hopscotch, hula-hooping, double-dutch, relays, tag, hide-and-seek at sunset and so much more. This outdoor fun is included in the $129-160 per person per night package, which also gets you lodging, three meals daily, resort facility access and evening entertainment. At Capon you CAN go back to your childhood and re-experience those happy carefree moments again and Pat Rumbaugh is your perfect guide to take you there.
2017 Almost Heaven BBQ Bash
What can you expect at the BBQ Bash: ** 50 of the best BBQ teams from 15 states competed in 2016 in our KCBS sanctioned 4-meat competition and a Backyard BBQ Contest, and we look forward to even more teams in 2017 ** People's Choice Contest - Enjoy delicious pulled pork samples to choose a People's Choice Champion ** Unique inflatables, games, and activities for kids of every age ** Live music and entertainment throughout the event ** Tentative plans include a Car Cruise In and Almost Heaven Outhouse Race ** Great food vendors with homemade ice cream, kettle corn, and BBQ .... BBQ .... and more!
2nd Annual Pawpawpalooza
Join us for a fun filled day at the park. Rise and Shine 5K starts at 9 p.m. Register at http://www.active.com/moundsville-wv/running/distance-running-races/rise-n-shine-5k-2015?int. The 5K is $20 per person by September 9th and $25 after September 9th. A free 2-3 mile Pawpaw hike starts at 12 p.m. at the Amphitheater and will last roughly 2 hours. Pawpaws will be donated to Brew Keepers for a batch of Pawpaw beer. Enjoy a free yoga session at 2 p.m. with Happy Goat Yoga at the Amphitheater. Music will be provided by Shannon Canterbury at the Amphitheater from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at no charge.
Donna Ulisse and The Poor Mountain Boys
Donna Ulisse and The Poor Mountain Boys from Nashville, TN will be performing in the Banquet Hall at 7:30 PM. Admission: $10 per person; children age 12 & under $5; and children under the age of 5 get in FREE! Donna is a 4 time IMBA Songwriter of the year nominee. Hear Donna perform songs from her current release Hard Cry Moon. Call the Main Office to purchase tickets for the show. For more information visit http://bluegrasstoday.com/directories/events/donna-ulisses-songwriting-escape-workshop-moundsville-wv/.
Greek Festival
Mark your calendars for the Annual Greek Festival in Huntington! Once again, the festival looks to be a fun filled weekend of food, music, and dancing. Come out and experience a little taste of Greece. We look forward to seeing you! Check out www.stgeorgehwv.org/festival for a full list of events and food options! Directions: Exit #8 from I-64. Take Fifth (5th)Street toward Huntington. At Eleventh (11th) Avenue, turn right. Go two blocks. Church is at corner of Eleventh (11th) Avenue and Seventh (7th) St.
Country Roads Festival
Enjoy arts and crafts, music and great food at Hawks Nest State Park.
Hometown Mountain Heritage Festival
The Hometown Mountain Heritage Festival is the premier heritage festival in West Virginia. It is an annual festival held every 3rd weekend in June in Ansted WV! It is hosted by the AIM/Hometown Mountain Heritage Committee. Activities include Coal Shoveling contest, Hometown 5-K Run, Flea Market, Kids Carnival, Heritage Demonstrations, Chain Saw Artist, Horseshoe Pitching Contest, Memorabilia Displays, Arts & Crafts Vendor Booths, and more.
White Oak Rail Trail Expo
White Oak Rail Trail is lined with vendors, organizations, services, fundraisers, concessions, flea markets, yard sales, etc. Each year in
Jesus Fest
Gather your family, friends, and neighbors for a wonderful summer evening of outdoor praise and worship. This event is FREE and open to the public and will take place from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Haddad Riverfront Park.
Visit the Ville Art Walk
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WEST VIRGINIA STORYTELLING FESTIVAL AT PRICKETTS FORT
Join the West Virginia Storytelling Guild for a storytelling festival in the park. Schools are invited to participate in special workshops and storytelling for students. Tickets are required for all events. Details will be posted at www.prickettsfort.org or www.wvstorytellers.org.
Greenbrier Valley Theatre’s PB&J Cafe: “Click, Clack, Moo – Cows That Type”
Smucker's PB&J Cafe gives children the chance to experience live theatre. Children are seated at small tables and treated to a dinner before enjoying a charming and entertaining production. This year, Smucker's PB&J Cafe presents a stage adaptation of Doreen Cronin's debut picture book. Farmer Brown's cows discover a typewriter in their barn and decide to tell him how they feel. When Farmer Brown ignores their requests, the cows and all their barnyard friends find a different way to be heard.
Capon Springs Star Party
The all-inclusive overnight package includes your lodging, 3 meals and all recreation except for golf and spa. The complimentary astronomy program is provided by Greg Redfern, an adjunct professor/instructor of astronomy and a NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador. Come enjoy an interactive presentation about meteors as you examine actual samples from Mars, the moon and our solar system. Fresh off the summer Perseid showers, you will get a renewed sense of wonder and awe of the universe. A 45-minute discussion is followed by an exploration of the night sky.
Capon Springs Summer Vacation Escape Package
Escape the crowded city and beaches and head to the cooler mountains with a last minute trip to Capon Springs, July 29-31! Enjoy a refreshing dip in a recently restored 19th century healing spring water fed swimming pool*. It might be hard to believe... but you CAN return to your childhood for a carefree getaway vacation! Capon Springs is an all-¬inclusive WV mountain retreat. It's built like a resort, run like a camp and cared for like a B&;B - less than 2 hours from DC. Call 304-874-3695 for reservations right away. There are only a few rooms still left during this prime summer time weekend! *The Capon Springs swimming pool is currently in a national contest for the best retreat center pool in the country! Click here to vote for this WV wonder! http://www.retreatcentral.com/pool-contest-voting.
SportsFEST 3 on 3 Basketball
Coaches, Athletes and Hoops Fans....Welcome! The 3on3 Basketball Tournament is part of the annual SportsFest, which gathers thousands of people from different states to participate in various sports and activities in Charleston, WV. What you need to know about the 3on3 Basketball Tournament: Teams will be guaranteed to play at least 3 times throughout the weekend; maximum 4 players per team; winners will receive prizes; lots of fun guaranteed! Ticket per team: $120.00
Mo’town Mac N Cheese Cook-off
Ever wonder who has the best Mac N’ Cheese recipe in town? Want to know which of Morgantown’s finest restaurants reigns supreme? Join us for the 3rd annual Motown Mac N’ Cheese Cook-off! Enjoy activities for the whole family! Taste the best professional and hometown cooks have to offer. 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Morgantown Market Place Pre-Sale: $12.00 At the Door: $15.00 Children under 6 are Free!
West Virginia Botanic Garden Family Walks
West Virginia Botanic Gardens hosts monthly Family Walks, which will now be on the first Friday of the month beginning at 10:00 am. These walks are a fun way for parents and kids to get out and enjoy the Garden. The walk is easy and about a mile in length. They typically last about an hour. “Off-road” strollers are welcome. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Come out and join us this spring/summer! Meet at the information kiosk near the lower parking area (which will be open for these events). Contact Erin Smaldone at Erin@wvbg.org or 304-216-8704 with questions.
Insane Inflatables 5K
The Insane Inflatable 5K is coming to your neck of the woods! Get ready to experience the most fun, wild and insane obstacle run in the world. Get “pumped up” for a course filled with the world’s largest and most extreme inflatable obstacles ever created. Here’s your chance to be a kid at heart, and insane by choice! The earlier you sign up the cheaper your ticket will be! For more information, go to http://insaneinflatable5k.com/morgantown-wv/
Brown Bag Concert Series
Grab your lunch from a Downtown Charleston restaurant and make your way to Davis Park for free live music the third Wednesday of the month May - September 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Brown Bag specials will be offered at participating downtown Charleston restaurants on the day of the concerts. Presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and sponsored by American Medical Facilities Management (AMFM), the free event gives people the opportunity to get away from their desk, enjoy some live music and connect with others in the community.
WV Hot Dog Festival
The 2016 West Virginia Hot Dog Festival will be held from 8am to 6pm on Saturday, July 30, at Pullman Square and 3rd Avenue in downtown Huntington. The 12th Annual Festival will offer hot dogs from a dozen of the top hot dog businesses traditional Huntington and West Virginia. The WVHDF will have a classic & custom car and truck show, kids activities, demonstrations, exhibitions, along with retail and craft shopping. Don't forget about the ever-popular WV Hot Dog Festival Wiener Dog Races! Families love the "all-breed" exhibition races, the dog costume contest, hot dog eating and root beer chugging contests, "bun fun" games, and much more!
Dunbar Fall Festival (Street Fair)
City of Dunbar Annual Street Fair - Arts and Crafts, food vendors and live entertainment. There will be special games and activities for kids of all ages on Saturday afternoon through 8:00 p.m. Friday night's entertainment will be Grass Stains Bluegrass Band, Stonestreet Band and The Chase. Saturday's entertainment will include No Regret Band, Tommy Griffith, The Black Diamond and Kenny Evans from the Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Sunday's entertainment will include, but not limited to, Dunbar Ministries combined Choir and Squire Parsons will perform at 3:00 p.m.
Fridays @ Five
Cozy up with a blankets and chairs to Fridays @ Five, a fun, free summer concert series featuring amazing local and regional talent every Friday in the heart of Martinsburg. The concerts take place in the Town Square in downtown Martinsburg, providing easy access to the shops and restaurants, lasting from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Arrive for the concert an hour early to browse through the Martinsburg Farmers Market for the area's best produce, meats, jams and jellies, breads, baked goods and more.
Egyptian Paste Bead Making Class
Ages 4-104. There are 12 spots for this 2-day class. Discover the world of self glazing clay. This type of clay has been used from the time of the ancient Egyptians. It is perfect for small items and beads. Class will cover making clay, forming and firing. You can make jewlery or small sculptures. At the end of the day your beads will be fired in the kiln so that the following day they are ready to use. Once the beads have been fired, all the sharp edges may need to be removed so you will spend some time sanding and finishing. Then all the finished beads can be made into items of jewelry using various methods. To register please call/email in advance- no drop-ins please.
Egyptian Paste Bead Making Class
There are 12 spots in this class. This is a 2 day class. Discover the world of self glazing clay. This type of clay has been used from the time of the ancient Egyptians. It is perfect for small items and beads. Class will cover making clay, forming and firing. You can make jewlery or small sculptures. At the end of the day your beads will be fired in the kiln so that the following day they are ready to use. Once the beads have been fired, all the sharp edges may need to be removed so you will spend some time sanding and finishing. Then all the finished beads can be made into items of jewelry using various methods. To register please by phone/email in advance- no drop-ins please.
Beech Fork State Park – WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
FRIDAY - June 10th 3:30pm Beginner Fishing Class Learn to tie knots, use lures, and all the basics of fishing. Meet at the Activities Room in Park Headquarters. 5:00 pm Scavenger Hunt See how many things you can find with this park themed scavenger hunt. Pick up at Park Headquarters. SATURDAY - June 11th 4:00pm Kids Fishing Tournament Kids 14 and under can bring their fishing poles and see who can catch the most fish in an hour. There are fish to catch and prizes to be won! 6:00 pm Hay Ride! Take a ride on a hay trailer through Beech Fork State Park. Meet in the parking lot by the camp store. Multiple trips will be taken throughout the evening. Parents should to ride with their children. 8:30 pm Campfire Join Brian the Naturalist at Campfire Circle to enjoy an evening with some magic tricks, spooky stories, jokes, and free marshmallow roasting. SUNDAY - June 12th 9:00am Birding Workshop Come learn the basics of bird watching with the Naturalist. Meet at Park Headquarters. Bring binoculars if you can. 10:30am Nature Walk Get in one last walk before the weekend is over. Perfect walk for photography enthusiasts. Meet in the parking lot by the camp store. Noon. Backyard Frisbee Golf Come tryout our homemade backyard Frisbee golf course in the backyard of Park Headquarters. Frisbees provided or bring or own. 2:00pm Bocce Ball Come behind Beech Fork State Park headquarters to learn and play this fun ancient Egyptian game with the Naturalist! MONDAY - June 13th 2:00pm Pedal Boat Race Meet at the Beech Fork State Park boat dock with a friend to see who can cross the lake and back the fastest!
North Bend State Park – June 20 – WV DAY!
9:30am – 11:30am – The Nature Center is Open – Come inside to enjoy arts and crafts and a chance to meet some of our wildlife friends. Take a look around and marvel at the mysteries of nature. 12:00pm – Wild About Wild Turkeys – Come talk turkey with the park naturalist and learn about these amazing and sometimes misunderstood birds of our forests. Great for all ages. We will meet at the Nature center. 2:00pm – Hibbs Cemetery Trail Hike – Learn some West Virginia flora and fauna as you hike the trail to the ancient Hibbs Cemetery. The trail has a constant grade and great views. Meet at the River Run Campground check in station. (Lasts about one hour. 3:30pm – Soda Pop Bottle Fish – Reuse items to create works of art. This craft uses old soda pop bottles, turning them into beautiful fish. Materials provided. Meet at the Nature Center. Craft time lasts about one hour. Find more daily activities on the link below. Visit North Bend - Take away memories.
North Bend State Park – June 18 – SOUTHERN RAILROAD TRAIL HIKE
Southern Railroad Trail Hike follows the old Southern Railroad Grade that now connects the River Run Campground at North Bend State Park to the dam. The hike is flat and easy to walk on. Meet at the River Run campground check in station. Hike will last about one hour. Find more activities during the week and weekend for families, friends, and youth on the web page below.
North Bend State Park – June 12 – WILD ABOUT TURKEYS
Come talk turkey with Park Naturalist, Ken Zebo and learn about these amazing and sometimes misunderstood birds of our forests. Great for all ages. Meet at the Nature center. Fee free. Find daily more activities throughout the weeks at the webpage link below.
Pipestem State Park – September 1 – LILLY MOUNTAINEERS
The award-winning Lilly Mountaineers are comprised of some of the finest artists you will find anywhere in the country. Brothers Daniel and Mark Lilly are the core members of the band. Having toured with national acts around the country and appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, the brothers carry on the tradition started by their father, the legendary Everett Lilly. Band members are Daniel Lilly, Mark Lilly, Rad Lewis, Steve Sparks, and Beth Sparks. Learn more about this legendary group at lillyboys.com Lilly Mountaineers are live and on stage at 8:00 p.m. at the Pipestem Outdoor Amphitheater. Fee-based. Adults: $8; Children 6-12: $4; Children 5 and younger free.
Pipestem State Park – August 27 – RICK K & THE ALLNIGHTERS
One of the most exciting performers on the music scene today, native WVian, Rick K shares his enthusiasm and love of music with an ever-growing audience across the country. A distinctive vocal style and charismatic stage presence have earned Rick K and his band rave reviews at majors fairs, casinos, and clubs. Rick K's grandmother, an accomplished gospel and jazz pianist, and his father, a drummer, paved the way for this rock 'n' roll band's energized leader. An awesome night at the outdoor amphitheater! Show begins at 8:00 p.m. Advanced ticket sales: Fee-based. Adults: $8; Children 6-12: $4; Children 5 and younger free. Day of Show Ticket price: Fee-based. Adults: $10; Children 6-12: $5; Children 5 and younger free.
Pipestem State Park – August 27 – OLDIES ROCK & ROLL WEEKEND CAR & MOTORCYCLE SHOW
Antiques, street rods, classics, customs, muscle cards, pro-street, trucks, motorcycle, and special interest vehicles are all part of a great car show this weekend. The show is open to the public. There is no cost to attend the car show. Show registration begins at 8:00 a.m.; awards presented at 4:00 p.m. Dash plaques. To enter a vehicle in the show, there is a nominal entry fee. Contact Myron Anderson at A&R Productions, show producer - 304-425-3370 or 304-920-9020. For room reservations for Oldies Rock and Roll Car Show, call Pipestem.
Pipestem State Park – August 20 – PARACHUTE BRIGADE
A Folk/Pop Rock band from Beckley, W.Va., Parachute Brigade is a group of musicians and artists from various backgrounds coming together to enjoy music and life! Justin Puett - Eric Robbins - Jodie Cox-Puett - Brittany McGuire - Tim Basham. Great harmonies. Pure vocals and instrumentals. Find them on facebook.com/theparachutebrigade. Fee based. Adults: $8; Children 6-12: $4; Children 5 and younger free. Concessions onsite.
Pipestem State Park – August 13 – BIL LEPP
BIL LEPP – Storyteller - Liar - Comedian - Humorist at the Amphitheater! Get ready to laugh yourself silly…Bil Lepp is a master storyteller and a champion liar. His humorous tales curls the lips on the grumpiest of people. Sure to tickle your funny bone. Laughter begins at 8:00 p.m. at Pipestem Outdoor Amphitheater. This program is FREE and open to the public.
Pipestem State Park – August 6 – TERROR OF THE TUG
Presented by McArts, Terror of the Tug is a play written by Jean Battlo and based on events in the life of Police Chief Sid Hatfield just after the Matewan Massacre, a notable event in the history of West Virginia and the history of labor relations in the United States. Fee based. Adults: $8; Children 6-12: $4; Children 5 and younger free.
Pipestem State Park – August 4 – GEOLOGY! ROCKS
Join Geologist Ken Ashton and learn about rocks, minerals and fossils during the evening presentation. FREE. It's outdoors at the amphitheater! As residents of the third rock from the sun, learn about earth geology. 8:00 p.m. (A geology hike is scheduled in the morning on August 5. Join us as we Rock on! ) Open to the public. There is no charge to attend the Geology Rocks! programs.
Kid’s Art Classes Fridays in July-Ages 4-8
Each class will be centered around an artist or particular culture. Children will learn about the topic and then create a piece of art that relates to the topic covered that class. Some examples of projects include Paul Klee Kats, Egyptian Masks, Andy Warhol prints. Parents are encouaged to stay and play during class time. Please register in advance by phone/email.
Screen Printing 3-Day Workshop
This class is for ages 10+ kids and adults. Come with an image you want to print on a t-shirt or paper. You will learn to trace images on freezer paper, attach it to a screen, and print on paper and fabric. Price includes 6 hours of instruction and all materials. $75 for all three days.
River Queen Cruises & Taxi
BB Riverboats' River Queen returns to Charleston with 1-1/2 hour sightseeing cruises on the Kanawha River. Enjoy the sights and sounds of FestivALL from a different point of view. There are one to four cruises per day. The full schedule will be posted soon. River Cruise schedule: Wednesday, June 22: 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm Thursday, June 23:12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm Friday, June 24: 12pm, 2pm, 4pm Saturday, June 25: 12pm, 2pm Cruise Tickets: $20 adults, $19 seniors, $12 children 4-12; Children 3 and under are free. The River Queen “River Taxi” makes round trips between Haddad Riverfront Park and the University of Charleston. You must have, or be willing to buy tickets to Craft Brews, Blues & BBQ or Wine & All That Jazz if you wish to get off at UC. Full schedule will be posted soon. River Taxi Schedule Friday, June 24: Leaves Haddad Riverfront Park 7pm, 8:30pm, 10pm Leaves University of Charleston 7:45pm, 9:15pm, 11pm Saturday, June 25: Leaves Haddad Riverfront Park 4pm, 5:30pm, 7pm, 8:30pm, 10pm Leaves University of Charleston 4:45pm, 6:15pm, 7:45pm, 9:15pm, 10:30pm River Taxi tickets: $3 for adults one-way, children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult.
Robert Post One-Man Variety Show
Robert Post’s one-man variety show serves up a delightful entertainment feast. Hilarious, poignant, and physically dazzling, his meticulously crafted sketches fill the stage with bumblers, dreamers, and cartoonish heroes of every stripe. Post serves as his own witty master of ceremonies, improvising as he banters with the audience. And when he ducks offstage, video clips chronicle quirky encounters from his travels around the world. You’ll roar with laughter and smile in amazement. “I like him because he’s insane…completely insane.” — Matt Lauer, TODAY Show.
Jazz & Jambalaya
Join West Virginia African American Philanthropy in Action for their Father’s Day brunch and celebration on the main stage of the Clay Center. Live music to be announced. (complimentary children’s museum passes included)
Woofstock & Wieners: A Festival for Fido and Friends
More fun than you can wag your tail at! This event features the popular Wiener Dog Races; new races for all breeds by weight; costume contests: silly dog tricks; fetch competitions; doggy musical chairs; largest lap dog; microchips, vaccines, and spay/neuter coupons clinic; Food Truck Roundup; and so much more! Music easels 12:30pm, mini musical concert at 4pm. For registration forms, schedule and info visit woofstockandwieners.com.
Lost River State Park Summer Naturalist Events
Friday, May 27 8:00pm-9:00pm Walk In The Twilight Zone ***YPP*** Let’s take a night hike and look for bats, owls, and other night creatures! We’ll learn how these animals get around in the dark. Bring a flashlight and meet me at the pool bath House. Saturday, May 28 9:30am-10:30am Nature Center ***YPP*** Come visit the Nature Center where you will find all kinds of interesting displays and our creek aquariums of fish and other critters, plus our nature library loaded with guide books to identify everything from mushrooms to insects. 11:00am- Noon Creek Critter Crawl ***YPP*** Let’s go search Howard’s Lick for aquatic wildlife and learn about stream ecology! After collecting cool critters, we’ll identify them and what role they serve in the ecosystem and release them. Meet in front of the pool house and be ready to explore the creek and get your feet wet! 1:00pm-4:00pm Lee House Open***YPP*** Calling all history enthusiasts! Learn about the remarkable past of Lost River State Park, “Lighthorse” Harry Lee, the Lee Sulphur Springs Resort and the Civilian Conservation Corps. Follow the sign by Cabins 1&2 across from the pool. 7:00pm-8:00pm Campfire Time! Meet me at the Fire Pit across from the Rec Hall to enjoy a campfire & S’mores. Park supplies the fixings and roasting forks. If it rains, we will use the big stone fireplace in the Rec Hall. Sunday, May 29 11:00am-3:00pm Lee House Open***YPP*** Calling all history enthusiasts! Learn about the remarkable past of Lost River State Park, “Lighthorse” Harry Lee, the Lee Sulphur Springs Resort and the Civilian Conservation Corps. Follow the sign by Cabins 1&2 across from the pool.
4th of July Celebration
Grand Vue Park will be once again hosting a Fourth of July Celebration. Join the Park for a day of family fun. There will be a flag hunt and prize giveaway. This is where you look for flags around the park and attached to each flag is some sort of a prize- you may get lucky and get a free stay in one of our new treehouses. We will have a special zipline tour day. We will also be hosting a Red, White and Blue 5k. Events will be going on all day- come join Grand Vue Park.
Lost River Fiber Festival
Fiber is our featured craft during the month of May. This consists of many mediums, including spinning, weaving, knitting, sewing and hooking. As part of our Memorial Day weekend of activities we will have artists available demonstrating many crafts to enlighten you about the art of fiber. Other artisan demonstrations will also be presented along with live music during the course of the day. Come and spend some time with us. This Saturday the Lost River Artisans Co-op Fiber Fest will be held this Saturday from 10:00-4:00. Among other activities there will be spinning and artist demonstrations, a kiddy craft tent, sheep shearing and the world famous Walking of the Sheep (think running of the bulls, just slower, less dangerous and replace the bulls in the street with sheep meandering to the barn). The Artisans Co-op will be open Friday through Monday so stop on by!
American Heritage Music Hall Jam Session
Looking for something to do on a Tuesday night? The American Heritage Music Hall Tuesday night jam sessions provide live music and dancing in a family atmosphere. Music is 7pm to 10pm.
Native American Heritage Gathering
This two-day Native American Heritage Gathering will take place on the lawn of NRCTC in downtown Lewisburg on May 20-21. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy! Sponsored by Greenbrier Historical Society, this event is free, family friendly and open to the public. Activities will include traditional Native American dancing, Learning Lodges, Sacagawea and Chief Cornstalk--History Alive Presentation, Flying Higher Birds of Prey demonstration, Learning modules about Native American culture and heritage, Red River Drum, Story Telling, Historical Exhibits and Vendors. For more information contact: Director@greenbrierhistorical.org or 304-645-3398 or tribelink@hotmail.com or 304-536-3188.
20th Anniversary Spring Festival at Heritage Farm Museum & Village
Celebrate 20 years of Heritage Farm Museum & Villages signature festival as Appalachian artisans preserve interactive crafts of yesteryear! New and exciting experiences await as we unveil the Six Simple Machines Discovery Zone, Generation's murals, and the new state-of-the-art MakerSpace!
MUSIC IN THE HILLS – Way Back Weekend
Join a celebration of folk music history with the Robin Kessinger Music Festival, featuring the West Virginia Flat Pick Guitar Championship and other live performances!
West Virginia State FLAT PICK GUITAR CHAMPIONSHIP
Come play with the best of the best at the Robin Kessinger Music Festival!
“ALWAYS, PATSY CLINE” AT SAGEBRUSH ROUND-UP
The Buckhannon Community Theatre is proud to announce its upcoming production of “Always, Patsy Cline” directed by Jason A. Young. “Always…Patsy Cline” is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in 1963. The show is based on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in 1961, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death.
Martinsburg Heritage Festival
Discover and celebrate the rich history of Martinsburg, WV during the annual Martinsburg Heritage Festival, with daily activities from May 13-15. You'll tour the homes of historic figures, learn about the city's Irish heritage, find the ghosts that call the city home and more. For more information about the festival, visit www.orgsites.com/wv/adam-stephen.
Try-A-Tri
The 2nd annual event includes a run, bike ride and kayaking for students in grades 3-7 at Cedar Lakes Conference Center, near Ripley. Kids receive a participation medal and lunch will be provided. The entire event should be over by noon so you will have the rest of the day for other events! But don’t miss this opportunity for elementary and middle schoolers to experience a mini-Triathlon. Bring your helmets and tennis shoes are required. Kayaks will be provided but child may use their own. Participants must have their own bikes. First 50 kids to register receives a free Tee! Registration: http://www.millcreekwatertrail.com/try-registration/
Coal Mining, Railroad, and Scrip Trading Show
The National Coal Heritage Area is hosting the second annual Coal Mining, Railroad, and Scrip Trading Show on Saturday, May 21, 2016. Vendors will be displaying and trading coal and railroad memorabilia at the Bramwell Train Depot from 10 am to 3 pm. In addition to the trade show, we will have activities for the entire family. You may take a commerative photo on our mini refurbished train speeder and print a copy to take with you. New to the show this year is a pepperoni roll cook-off. Participants interested in the cook off must pre-register and bring a pre-baked pepperoni roll to the event. All entries are due by noon with judging and awards to follow. Concessions including snacks and drinks will also be available. The event is free and open to the public. For more information about this event and to register for the cook-off or as a vendor, please contact Richard Bullins at 304-248-8595 or e-mail rbullins@gmail.com.
2016 Summer Music Festival
The 2016 Alpine Lake Resort Summer Music Festival will take place on Saturday, July 9th, 2016. Presale tickets are available at http://wvsummermusic.com/, and will be available for purchase at the front desk of Alpine Lake Resort beginning May 2, 2016. The 2016 Alpine Lake Resort Summer Music Festival Lineup: Terah Crawford Band (Noon – 1:30pm) The Terah Crawford Band is based in Deep Creek Lake Maryland. Terah is a Garrett County Native and combines her love for mountain music with the classics to create a musical style that comes straight from her heart. She is joined by guitarist and vocalist Scott Alexander, a talented song writer and solo artist with a unique voice that adds a stirring harmony to the group’s sound. Bill Crawford brings variety with the mandolin, banjo, and lead acoustic and electric guitar. Bill also writes many of The Terah Crawford Bands original songs with help from Crawford and Alexander. Bill writes and arranges his songs with Terah and Scott’s seamless harmonies in mind. In addition to their original, country and rock driven songs such as Saturday Night Sinner and Burn Us Another one, the TCB loves to play the music that has influenced them. You can hear their take on songs from The Band, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin and more. Inspired by the Western PA acoustic duo The Phisbins, Terah started the band in 2013. Taking a page out of The Phisbin’s play book, the group offers an ever growing song list to most every audience that they play for so that the crowd can drive the show and hear the songs they really want to enjoy! Since their formation the group has played many notable shows including the Little Yough Music Festival in the summer of 2014, Deep Creek 2014 International Canoe Championships in the fall of 2014 and CMT Empowering Education in the summer of 2015 where they opened for up and coming country star Annie Bosko. Joined in collaboration with many musicians since the bands formation, they are currently very glad to welcome Oakland, MD fiddle player Jeremie Hamilton to share their stage. Jeremie expertly intertwines his bold playing style with the band’s homegrown way of playing. He is a perfect fit into the group and the music that they play. Catch the Terah Crawford Band with Jeremie Hamilton around Deep Creek Lake and we promise, you’ll have a really good time! Surrender Dorothy (2pm-3:30pm) Surrender Dorothy, which officially formed and began playing in 2006, is a cover band from the Cumberland, Maryland area. Surrender Dorothy plays classic rock and top-forty music. Brother Short Band (4pm-5:30pm) The Brother Short Band has a far-reaching fan base sweeping the Eastern U.S. from Michigan to Florida and beyond. By aligning their purist approach with a signature sound, Vocalist & Guitarist Greg Short, Percussionist Bill Harding, and Bassist Lynn King have been instrumental in influencing and inspiring today’s live music scene. At the heart of their work are unique stylings of crowd favorites from classic rock, blues, country (old and new)–along with many original songs. Their hook is surefire, with a range of influences from Johnny Cash to Led Zepplin. The Hillbilly Gypsies (6pm-8:30pm) Hailing from the beautiful Mountain State of West Virginia, The Hillbilly Gypsies have been making and performing their own brand of old time bluegrass and original mountain music for over a decade! Formed in 2001 from a chance meeting at the now infamous Wednesday night old time jam in Morgantown, WV; The Hillbilly Gypsies have been pickin’ n’ grinnin’ and entertaining their loyal fans ever since. The band is best known for their high-energy live performances and have become a crowd favorite at major festivals, fairs and concert venues all across the mid-Atlantic region and abroad. They perform in the old fashioned style, playing around a single vintage ribbon microphone. This “Old Timey” approach adds an authentic high-energy barn party atmosphere to their show. Watching the whole band work around the mic is like taking a trip back in time. It’ll sure make you want to get up and dance! ...and don’t let the flash of their lively stage performance and choreography fool ya, these folks are all highly skilled musicians and seasoned entertainers! Their lightning fast award-winning picking skills and musical arrangements mixed with natural comedic wit and high lonesome mountain vocal harmonies are sure to catch your ear right away. Combine that with a knack for original songwriting and a strong passion for old time and traditional music and this makes for an all-around authentic and exciting musical experience that you won’t soon forget. One listen and you’ll know that you are getting the real deal! The Gypsies are more than a band; they are a tight knit family, mindful of tradition but bold explorers of new and authentic styles of acoustic music and entertainment!
Gather in the Gorge: Art and Music Walk
The kick-off event for Gather in the Gorge will take place Thursday, April 28, 2016 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in downtown Historic Fayetteville. Free and family- friendly, the music and art walk will feature original local art installations, live music, and interactive art exhibits throughout the community. Over a dozen downtown venues will be hosting artists during the first-time event. Free parking is available throughout the community. For additional information on venues, parking and more, find the event on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GATHERINTHEGORGEWV/ or contact the Fayetteville Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-574-1500 or info@visitfayettevillewv.com
Nicholas County Potato Festival
The Nicholas County Potato Festival will celebrate 47 years in September of 2016. There will be a pet pageant, mashed potato and tater tot eating contests, corn hole competition, firemen's parade, 5 K race/walk, spud hunt, sack race, entertainment, grand parade, potato idol competition, car and tractor shows, hot wing eating contest, farmer's market, amusement rides. Food, fun and great neighbors!
Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre
West Virginia's ONLY Branson-style dinner theatre. Enjoy music from the 50's to present day. Country, gospel, rock n' roll, patriotic and family friendly comedy. This award winning show offers the best entertainment in area with memories that last a lifetime!
Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre
West Virginia's ONLY Branson-style dinner theatre. Enjoy music from the 50's to present day. Country, gospel, rock n' roll, patriotic and family friendly comedy. This award winning show offers the best entertainment in area with memories that last a lifetime!
Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre
West Virginia's ONLY Branson-style dinner theatre. Enjoy music from the 50's to present day. Country, gospel, rock n' roll, patriotic and family friendly comedy. This award winning show offers the best entertainment in area with memories that last a lifetime!
Doddridge County Fair
The 43rd Annual 2019 Doddridge County Fair hosted at the beautiful Doddridge County Park along U.S. Route 50. Enjoy our
Watoga State Park Mountain Challenge Half Marathon & 5K
Trail running - It's a challenge. Two races both begin Saturday, August 13th at 8:30 a.m. from the Beaver Creek Campground at Watoga State Park. Age groups are: 14 and younger, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and going strong. Race details: http://www.tristateracer.com/RaceDirector/race.php?RaceID=8480.
Father’s Day Picnic at Cass
Celebrate dad as you enjoy a ride to Whittaker Station out of the Cass Depot. Once at Whittaker, enjoy a picnic to celebrate the day! Train departs at 11 a.m.
40th Annual Jackson County Quilt Show
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Jackson County Quilt Show. It is scheduled April 8-9 at Epworth United Methodist Church on North Church Street in downtown Ripley. The event is sponsored by the Jackson County CEOS. Call 304-372-8199 for information.
Family Science Labs
NRAO staff guides kids of all ages through fun-filled, hands-on science projects. We provide all the materials. Each lab highlights a different science/engineering theme.
Camp Creek State Park & Forest Lumberjack Competition & Ramp Fest
Camp Creek State Park & Forest Lumberjack Competition & Ramp Fest will be held Camp Creek State Park Amphitheater. The event will include a free (2 hours)Flower and Bird Walk with Bibbee Nature Club at 8:30 a.m. From 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Ramp Feast Sponsored by Camp Creek Foundation. Fee based. From Noon - 3:00 p.m., enjoy a Jack and Jill lumberjack competitions at no charge.
Bikers For Christ Spring Fling
The weekend event held at the Cornerstone Family Church is open to all bikers, all cagers, and all those who just like great blues music, food, fun and fellowship. The official host hotels are Holiday Inn Express, Days Inn, Microtel Inn/Suite and Quality Inn in Princeton.
North Bend State Park – (5/13-14) – 22nd annual BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
For over 20 years, the Bluegrass Festival at North Bend State Park is a fun filled weekend of pickin’, grinin’, pluckin’, and singin’ with and by great bluegrass bands from the wild, wonderful state of West Virginia and from the surrounding region. During the festival, shop the displays of local WV artisans and find a special souvenir to take home. Visit other attractions and businesses while you're in the area. Performing bands will have merchandise for sale. Take home a CD of your favorite band! Throughout the festival enjoy snacks, grilled hot dogs and hamburgers, pulled pork sandwiches, and drinks from the North Bend Outdoor Grill. Lodge, cabin and camping packages include bluegrass festival admission. Bands include: Friday-May 13, 2016–Remington Ryde (6p), Idletymes (7p), The Hillbilly Gypsies (8p), Johnny Staats and the Delivery Boys (9p) Saturday– May 14, 2016– Glenville State College Bluegrass Band (1p), The Moron Brothers (2p), Buck and Company (3p), – Idletymes (4p), The Sheppard Brothers (5p), Remington Ryde (6p), The Moron Brothers (7p), Johnny Staats and the Delivery Boys (8p), The Hillbilly Gypsies (9p) Master of Ceremonies: Butch Sheppard; sound by GBS Productions. Day of fee for festival music is $10 per person for Friday; $25 per person for Saturday. Advanced weekend tickets (Friday and Saturday shows) before May 6, $30 - call for for advanced tickets at this reduced rate.
Bark in the Park with Pet Helpers 2nd Annual 5K Run/Walk & Festival
Registrations begins at 8 a.m., 5K race begins at 9 a.m., and a 5k Race/Walk with dog at 10 a.m. There will be over 60 vendors including food trucks, various food vendors, and miscellaneous pet and family oriented activities. Registration is $25 per entrant. Early registration before April 1, 2016 is $20 each. Family discount is 4 persons @ $65 and groups of 30 or more can register @ $15 each. Please contact 304-672-7387 or email information@pethelpers.org with any questions.
Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”
Be Our Guest for your family favorite story of Beauty and the Beast! Buckhannon Community Theatre presents this age old story of the bookworm Belle, overly-confident Gaston, and the terrifying Beast who simply needs a little compassion and kindness. Directed by Jeremiah Smallridge, this will be a show you don't want to miss. Please see our web-site for ticket prices and reservations. Performance times: Aug. 11-13 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 14 at 2 p.m.
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park – (3/6) – MEET TU-ENDIE-WEI
Park Superintendent Doug Wiant will be at the Museum a 2:00 p.m. to lead a 'ranger walk' around the park. The interpretative program will include park history, monument significance and invite questions about events and activities at Tu-Endie-Wei as well as Blennerhassett Island. The walk begins at 2:00 and will last about 45 minutes. Attendees participating in the Chief's Challenge get ½ mile credit. It's almost spring and time to get outdoors. Learn more about the Chief's Challenge at: www.wvstateparks.com/Hikes_Walks.html Email the park for March 6 ranger walk details.
Seneca State Forest – (3/6) – MEET SENECA
Enjoy a cup of coffee or cocoa while visiting with Superintendent Jeff Layfield to learn why generations of family memories have happened here. Ask your questions about cabin and picnic shelter rentals, camping, hiking, and of course the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower rental. That's right, we rent a fire tower at Seneca State Forest. Meet Seneca and enjoy coffee and cocoa from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the forest office. Enter to win a Seneca t-shirt or mug. The winner will be contacted via email on Monday, March 7. Ask about Pioneer Cabin and campground opening dates for 2016. Consider reserving a cabin or the fire tower for a truly unique experience.
Cacapon Resort State Park – (3/5) – MEET CACAPON
Meet a reservoir! Join the park Naturalist for an afternoon jaunt to ascend the Piney Ridge Trail to the reservoir. Meet Naturalist Renee Fincham at the Lodge at 2:00 p.m. Bring yourself, bring a friend, or bring the family and join park staff for fun, food, and door prizes! What a great way to kick off the (early) spring recreation season! We'll talk about the park, look for any signs of spring, and just enjoy the scenery. Following the hike, hot tea, coffee, cocoa, cookies, and door prizes will be available at the lodge. If you don't take the hike, you should still plan on visiting Cacapon and enjoying refreshments at the lodge. Refreshments from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
West Virginia Botanic Garden Wildflower Walk
With local naturalist Ellen Hrabovsky, we will explore the plethora of summer wildflowers found around the reservoir basin. A wildflower book is helpful. All ages are welcome. This event is free and open to the public, . Please refrain from bringing your pet. Meet in the lower parking lot of the Botanic Garden.
Festival of Nations
8th Annual Weirton Festival of Nations showcases the many ethnic heritages that make up our region. Watch India, Greece, Thailand, Italy, and many more nations provide entertainment to delight the crowd. Great food to eat provided by these many cultures. Great FREE event with great entertainment, food, and fun. Mark this on your calendar--you won't want to miss it!
Princeton Downtown Countdown
Princeton’s New Year’s Eve “Downtown Countdown” celebration will feature a countdown, ball drop and fireworks at the stroke of midnight, four stages of musical performances, vendors, street performers, free refreshments and more. $7-$15, Veterans and kids under 10 are free. Time: 8:30 p.m. NO TICKET REQUIRED to watch the ball drop and fireworks at 11:30 p.m
Bramwell Christmas Tour of Homes
Experience Christmas in a small Victorian town with this annual holiday tour. A select number of mansions will be open
Frostmore Farm – Maple Farm and Sugarhouse Tour
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during the 2016 maple season, Frostmore Farm will be offering both guided and self-guided tours explaining the maple syrup making process. In addition to explaining the tree to table process of maple syrup making, samples of our products are available to taste. If the trees are running that day come and help us collect our sap by emptying the buckets off the trees! Our sugarhouse will be open every Friday-Sunday from February 12 through March 27th.
West Virginia Blackberry Festival
This great 3-day food festival has lots of wonderful blackberry dishes and other foods, arts & crafts, 5K run, fireworks, games, and loads of free entertainment! Ample parking available. For more info, call 304-622-3206 or visit www.wvblackberry.com