Mud Pit ATV Resort’s Summer Shindig 2018
Join the Mud Pit ATV Resort for a day of family, fun, vendors, food and prizes. The schedule of events is as follows: -Side by Side Show: 10:00 A.M. – 1 P.M. (must pre-register) -Scavenger Hunt: 2:00 P.M. – 6 P.M. -BBQ: 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. -Corn Hole Tournament: 6:00 P.M.
Dailey & Vincent: Chuck Mathena Center
Recently inducted into the Grand Ole Opry and Dubbed by CMT as the “Rockstars of Bluegrass,” the Dailey & Vincent duo has been hailed throughout the music industry as one of the most exciting, reputable and elite Bluegrass bands in America, having won numerous awards for their uniquely contagious and riveting music, including: three Grammy Award Nominations for the 2014 “Bluegrass Album of the Year;” 14 IBMA Awards (International Bluegrass Music Awards) as three-time “Entertainer of the Year,” three-time “Vocal Group of the Year” and “Album of the Year” and four Dove Awards with three “Bluegrass Album of the Year” awards and “Bluegrass Song of the Year.”
East River Mountain Town Band: Memorial Day Concert
Celebrate Memorial Day with a patriotic celebration of music presented by the East River Mountain Town Band. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and soak in the beautiful sights of Pipestem Resort State Park. The concert will be held at the Pipestem Amphitheater. For more information call (304) 952-1792
Cool Crusin’ Nights-Season Kick Off
Join in the nostalgic fun and come Cruise the Strip in Downtown Princeton, as another Cool Crusin’ NIghts season gets underway. So bring your favorite ride and cruise down Mercer Street.
Tea on the Veranda at 138 Main
Step back in time and enjoy a Victorian style tea service on the veranda of the Cooper House in Historic Bramwell. The tea service will include coffee, tea, ice water, sandwiches, and Victorian desserts. An actress portraying one of the original owners of the home will be on hand telling stories, giving historical facts and providing musical selections. Seating is limited so get your tickets today by calling (304) 320-2292.
Coal Mining Heritage Festival
Celebrate and learn about the history of coal mining in southern West Virginia during this festival in Bramwell. There will be living history scenes, booths about coal mining history and music.
Moscow Festival Ballet Presents: Swan Lake
Presented by The Moscow Festival Ballet, Swan Lake is the silent tale that tells the story of a Prince and his love for a beautiful Swan Queen, who was trapped by an evil curse. Through a case of mistaken identity, the Prince almost marries another girl who looks similar to the Swan Queen. In the end, he finds his true love.
Beer, Bacon, Bourbon & Bluegrass
The Clover Club (upstairs at The RailYard) will be packed full of Beer, Bacon, Bourbon, & Bluegrass…Live Music featuring The Long Point String Band and many more. Menu items will include, bacon wrapped everything, a chocolate fountain, maple bacon doughnuts, candied bacon and so much more. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The RailYard shuttle will be available. Call ahead for a ride. 304-800-4141.
Camp Creek State Park & Forest Timbersports Competition and Ramp Feast
A full day of fun in beautiful Camp Creek State Park. There will be many activities including a Flower and bird walk with Bibbee Nature Club from 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. The Ramp Feast from 11:00 A.M. – 3 P.M. and includes ramp casserole, brown beans, cornbread, slaw, drink and a dessert for $12.00. The Timbersports Competition is from 11:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. and 1:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Admission is free. For more information call (304) 425-9481
The Better Living Show: Live the Adventure
The annual Better Living Show. Featuring over 100 Exhibitors, ATV All-Terrain Vehicles, A Lego Competition, Seminars, a casting competition for kids, a laser wall and obstacle course and many other activities. Register to win a Myrtle Beach Vacation or have a chance to go inside the "Money Machine" and win up to $1000, win a $100 gas card from Hometown Shell plus door prizes throughout the day. For more information call 304-327-7184 or email info@bluefieldchamber.com
Dan Kamin: Comedy in Motion
Dan calls his solo theatre program, Comedy in Motion, “a cheap evening of expensive theatre.” Critics call it “a breathtaking display of theatricality that’s sharp, funny and highly inventive” (In Pittsburgh Weekly). It’s a guided tour of the performing arts in which Dan sends up everyone from pompous opera divas to smarmy magicians.
New River 500
The New River 500, is back; brought to you by Kairos Resort, Tangent Outfitters, GearHead Moto Tours, Go Race, Inc., and Loud N Clear Car Audio and Customs. The New River 500 will be held April 21 & 22 in Giles County, Virginia and encompasses over 500 kilometers of dual-sport riding. Depending on route and lunch destinations (if desired), riders can experience between 150-160 miles per day during your weekend. This event is an all-inclusive on or off-road adventurer’s dream. A multiple day opportunity to ride, socialize, and participate in on and off-road courses. Bring your bike, ATV, or UTV and experience riding through the mountains of the New River Valley. Come for the riding, stay for the fellowship, and enjoy world-class destination dining, all at the New River 500.
The 3 Redneck Tenors
The “infamous” 3 Red Neck Tenors are back and better than ever! These boys have seen it all, sing it all and make us laugh ’till we double over, reminding us that in life, it is not the destination, its the journey. Get ready for one side-splitting ride as we go on an excursion only the 3 Red Neck Tenors could have had, delighting audiences with their vocal prowess and a smorgasbord of songs and music ranging from Gospel, to Country, to Broadway, Pop and Classical. You’re going to love them and so will anyone with a sense of humour and an appreciation for incredible voices. There will be a dinner before the show at 5:30 P.M. catered by Power House Food Service.
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New River Gorge Fest
RUBBIN RUBBERZ RAFT RACE: Monday, May 28th. We are super excited to bring you this unique raft race! This race will be held in the lower section of the NRG. The format of the race will be a head-to-head sprint race broken up into multiple elimination rounds. Each heat will be held in a different rapid. For example Heat 1 will be held in Upper Railroad rapid. The winner of each heat will move onto the next heat. Raft length will be 14 ft (give or take 1 foot in length. Each team will have 4 paddlers. A video with a better explanation will soon be posted. GET YOUR TEAM TOGETHER! ACE ADVENTURE USED GEAR SWAP: Memorial Day weekend. Bring in your used gear to sell! Reel Paddling Film Festival: Saturday, May 26th. Come join us at the Fayetteville Downtown Theater for a night of some of the best river and whitewater films! Freestyle Progression Session: Come paddle, learn a few things from the pros, and win free gear!
Fayetteville’s Nature Scavenger Hunt
In celebration of the New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend, Fayetteville is having a town-wide nature scavenger hunt April 26th -29th. For a cool new way to discover historic Fayetteville, look no further than your phone. To join us on this interactive scavenger hunt you will need to download the Klikaklu app. (free) This Scavenger Hunt will give residents, visitors, families and friends an opportunity to uncover clues that will lead them on an adventure discovering the nature that Fayetteville has to offer. We encourage everyone and all ages to participate, you can explore solo or compete as a team or family. All participants who complete the scavenger hunt can stop by the Fayetteville Convention & Visitors Bureau to claim a small prize. Share your adventures during the hunt by tagging us #visittheville for a chance to be featured on our page.
Fayetteville’s Spring Foraging Hike & Workshop
West Virginia and the Appalachian mountains are a forager’s paradise. Join us for Fayetteville’s first spring foraging event with our Spring Foraging Workshop & Hike on Saturday, May 12th at Arrowhead Bike Farm. Spring is the perfect time to learn about the skills involved in foraging for wild food. Discover the delicacies that can be found in the woods. Roots, tubers, and shoots, greens, buds, and flowers are among the various plant structures that are available for harvesting. Follow a local legend the “Berry Man” Mitchel Dech as he leads our foraging hike. This event will be hands-on exploring the trails of Arrowhead and the surrounding property to discover, discuss, and learn about edible plants in their habitats. Come prepared with comfortable shoes for moderate hiking 2miles. After the hike, we will gather for lunch on the bike farm. Enjoy some locally foraged snacks and tea. Interested in spending an afternoon with a great group of foragers? When: Saturday, May 12th Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm Where: Arrowhead Bike Farm Investment: $30 Lunch Included Flat Bread Pizzas with various toppings (if you have dietary restrictions please let us know) This event will take place rain or shine, and it will easy to moderate hiking. Space for this event is limited in order to maximize the learning environment, and registration with payment in advance is required.
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OLD MONROE: Spring Historic Home Tour, Lectures, Art Show
The Historic Home Tour includes homes with log cabin structural components and/or a connection to our town's African American history. The tour also includes special access to Elmwood on Thursday and Friday evenings, May 3rd and 4th from 6pm-10pm, to enjoy several fascinating frontier history presentations along with an art show all catering to this year's theme. Proceeds from the tour will be used to carry out repairs and build a four board fence around the Historic African American Cemetery. The Spring Historical Homes Tour will take place on Saturday, May 5th, 2018. Tickets are $20 and they may be purchased at Tomlinson’s Union Country Store. Tickets may also be purchased by out of the area folks using a credit card by phoning Tomlinson’s Store at 304-772-5205. These tickets will be available at the ‘Will Call’ station at Elmwood (property 2) on the day of the event. For more detailed information, download a copy of tour brochure at MCHDWV.COM, and/or email: info@mchdwv.com.
Lake Stephens Beach Blast
Beach Blast at Lake Stevens, May 25-26th, $1 admission fee per vehicle, more info to become available as soon as possible
OLD MONROE: Recollections of a Frontier Past 1770-1820
Join us in recalling Monroe County's frontier past. between the years of 1770 to 1820. Learn about our frontier forts and the use of long rifles on the frontier. Join living historians as they portray frontier men/women, militia, hunters/trappers, Native Americans and founders of the town of Union, at the living history encampment on Pump Street on Friday and Saturday, May 4th & 5th. Also, enjoy Native American family story telling on Saturday from 1pm-5 pm at Ames Claire Hall in town. These activities will be concurrent with our Spring Historic Home Tour on May 5th noted separately, as well as the special frontier history presentations and African American Arts show to be hosted at the beautifully restored Elmwood Plantation House on May 3rd & 4th from 6pm-10pm.
20th Annual West Virginia Spring Wine Festival
West Virginia Wineries ~ Local Artisans and Crafts ~ Local Food ~ Live Music ~ And so much more! Gate Fee: Ages: 21 and up - $15.00; ages 13-20 - $5; Kids 12 and under ~ Free!
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Spring Music Festival
Enjoy an evening of both light and serious music about life's choices. This concert, titled "Chosen," features the 32-voice Chorale of Appalachian Bible College, Jubilate handbell choir, orchestra, and youth choir. Free admission. Anderson Hall is the first building on your right when entering campus from Robert C. Byrd Drive (WV-16).
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Irish Road Bowling – Pipestem Resort State Park
Irish Road Bowling consists of a ball made of iron and steel that is heavy enough to pick up speed, yet small enough for any person to handle. Besides the basic rules and terms, all you do is hurl this 28 oz. sized "bowl" with an underhand motion over a 1 to 2 mile country road and see how far it goes! Scored like golf, the fewest number of shots from the start to the finish line wins. Irish Road Bowling is similar to fast pitch softball, except with a running start. It's also like bowling if you had enough room to run 10 or 15 yards. Irish Road Bowling is ideal for young athletes or seniors who are looking to enjoy a scenic walk on a country road, combined with an ancient and exciting, but not overly strenuous, sport! A magnificent view into the Bluestone River Gorge, Appalachian Spring colors in southern West Virginia, and one of the state's very best road bowling roads, combine for an unforgettable weekend. A second qualifier will be held at the Strawberry Festival near Buckhannon, May 20, 21. Top men and top women scorers from each qualifier - Pipestem and Strawberry - advance to the West Virginia IRBA Men's and Women’s Singles State Championship, June 23, 24, at Blackwater Falls State Park, Davis, WV. Saturday, April 21: 12 noon: Registration for Team Bowling. 1:30pm: Team Bowling starts at Park Gate House. Sunday, April 22: 11am: Team Fun Bowl meet at Park Gate House. 12 Noon: Registration at Campground. 1pm: Women's and Men's Qualifiers meet at Campground. Pipestem Resort call Kim Hawkins at 304-466-1800, email pipestemsp@wv.gov or visit www.pipestemresort.com. Ask for Irish Road Bowlers discount. For WVIRBA Kevin Smith 304-228-7928.
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Native American Heritage Gathering
This annual two-day event features snakes and raptors, Living History presentations, Red River Drum, dancing and storytelling. There will be food and craft vendors and children’s activities. The North House Museum will open a related exhibit of Native American art and craft. Find us on the grounds of the North House Museum and New River Community and Technical College, also known as Academy Park. Elementary Schools are specially invited on Friday.
Vintage in the Ville
Watch the whole town of Fayetteville transform into a pickers paradise for “Vintage in the Ville”. Join us as we welcome hundreds of visitors in search of amazing bargains and hidden treasures. Discover a forgotten treasure while enjoying Fayetteville’s small-town charm. Vendors will set up their tent shops on the streets down the center of town. The market will open on Friday at 8 am and will close at 6 pm. Enjoy shopping for unique finds, antiques, jewelry, vintage furniture, clothes, toys, artisans, and more! It reopens at 8 am Saturday until 6 pm. Make it a weekend and enjoy shopping in Fayetteville’s awesome antique stores and enjoy town-wide yard sales. For vendor information email us at info@visitfayettevillewv.com
Metal In The Mountains WV-Featuring Mushroomhead
2-Day Heavy Metal & Tattoo festival featuring Mushroomhead and many more. Friday June 1: 6PM - 11PM-Silent Theory, Losing September & more Saturday June 2: 11AM - 11PM-featured headliner, Mushroomhead 3 ticket options available TICKET OPTION 1 - Purchase a general admission ticket for ONLY Fri. June 1st TICKET OPTION 2 - Purchase a general admission ticket for ONLY Sat June 2nd TICKET OPTION 3 - Purchase the VIP PIT PASS & come to BOTH days of Metal In The Mountains WV - Includes admission for Fri. AND SAT, a Metal In The Mountains T-Shirt, VIP Lanyard/Pass, access to Pit (front of stage), & drink koozie Tickets are available at http://metalinthemountains.com/ Must be 18 or older to attend NO RE-ENTRY AFTER LEAVING!! T-Shirts will not be sold on day of event. They are only available with the purchase of the VIP 2-Day Pit Pass.
Motorcycles in the Mountains
West Virginia’s twisting mountain roads were made for two-wheeling fun. The annual MountainFest Motorcycle Rally welcomes over 50,000 motorcycle riders
Wildflower Weekend – Fayetteville Nature Scavenger Hunt
Celebrate Spring in Appalachia at the Fifteenth Annual New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend! Celebrate the glories of Appalachian spring from the rim of the gorge to the river at the Fourteenth Annual New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend, April 27 to 29, 2018! Explore the area’s natural diversity at programs in New River Gorge National River, Babcock State Park, Hawks Nest State Park, Little Beaver State Park, Pipestem Resort State Park, and Tamarack. There will be events throughout the New River Gorge at our national and state park sites! Fayetteville will also be having a town-wide Nature Scavenger Hunt during the Wildflower Weekend. Stop by the Fayetteville Convention & Visitors Bureau to pick up a scavenger checklist. This will be a photo scavenger hunt you can participate in all weekend long. Take pictures all the items on the list and stop back by the Fayetteville Visitor Center for a small prize. All programs are free! Bring water and wear sturdy hiking shoes for guided walks. Snacks, binoculars, a hand lens, and a favorite field guide are also useful. For more information call 304-466-0417. For more information: http://www.nps.gov/neri/planyourvisit/wildflower-weekend.htm
Fayetteville’s First Annual Egg Decorating Contest
The Fayetteville Convention & Visitors Center is egg-cited to announce its first Egg Decorating Contest. Kids of all ages are welcome to participate and we will also have a category for adults. The winning eggs in each category will be displayed at the Fayetteville Easter Egg Hunt and awards and prizes will be presented after the egg hunt on March 31st.
Adult Glow In The Dark Egg Hunt Fayetteville
Why should kids have all the fun? Join us for Fayetteville’s first “Adult Easter Egg Hunt”. You will not want to miss out on this “Eggciting” opportunity. We will have hundreds of eggs hidden all over. Many of the eggs will be filled with coupons to redeem “Eggcellent” prizes. Visitors are encouraged to join in on the fun. You must have a wristband to participate and be 18 or older to enter the hunt. To add to the challenge we will be hunting for the eggs in the dark. Join us for a fun glow in the dark egg hunt! Wristbands can be purchased at the CVB-$10 for 1 or 2 for $15. Prizes will be awarded (TBA).
These 13 signature West Virginia wines hit all the right notes
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36th Annual Lewisburg Home and Garden Tour
Join us for a weekend that explores the rich heritage of Greenbrier County's past and present. Visit several beautiful homes in the Valley to learn how the area's architecture was influenced, see historic artifacts, private collections and lovely spring gardens.
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Photography Workshop at Twin Falls Resort State Park
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Photography Workshop at Twin Falls Resort State Park
Twin Falls Resort State Park will host the annual Spring Photography Workshop on April 27-29, 2018. The Fall Photography Workshop
Join in on this majestic creature’s comeback story
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Rhododendron Festival
The Rhododendron Festival is held in the Beckley area over several weekends in May. The festival pageant will be on May 6. The annual Sweet Treats dessert event, along with the Raleigh County Schools Day of the Arts and Southern WV Preparedness Fair, will take place on May 12 at the Beckley Intermodal Gateway. The City's Founder Day event takes place at Wildwood House Museum on May 19. The RhodoBoogie Car & Bike Show will happen on May 26 at the Beckley Intermodal Gateway. Plus a couple of Fridays in the Park concerts at Word Park, several art-related events and viewing rhododendrons at Grandview are also included during the festival.
New River Birding & Nature Festival
Since 2002, the annual New River Birding & Nature Festival has taken place in and around the New River Gorge National River in the heart of the upland, hardwood forests that Cornell Lab of Ornithology, identified as a crucial stopover habitat for the continued survival of species such as Golden-winged, Blue-winged, and Swainson's Warbler, as well as the Scarlet Tanager. This bird and nature watching festival highlights more than 100 bird species on a variety of birding tours. A friendly birding vacation for everyone, the week long event features guided birding and nature excursions, world-class speakers, the finest collection of guides, tasty food, and a back-porch atmosphere unmatched by any other birding festival. Signature guided bird watching experiences include the opportunity to visit a wide range of habitats, world class instruction for those wanting to enhance their birding skills, and the best guide-to-guest ratio on the festival circuit. All skill levels are welcome. With options to suit many budgets, packages range from week-long with cabin accommodations to a single day without lodging. Each day offers a great field trip of your choice, three tasty meals, two knowledge and fun packed presentations, world-class experts you will call friends, and good times!
New & Gauley River Adventures
Live Music Saturday featuring Zoo of Trees
Local musicians Shawn Benfield (Guitar/Vocals) and Chris Huddle (Guitar/Backing Vocals) come together to perform all your acoustic favorites.
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New River Gorge Sports and Car Festival
Oak Hill had a long tradition of hosting the sports festival in the 1960s – 1990s and we are pleased to be bringing this exciting event back to not just Oak Hill, but to various communities throughout the county. While the mission of the Chamber is to promote, support and encourage the business community, this event will be a true community event that will engage members of the entire family.
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New River Gorgeous Trail Run
Join ACE Adventure Resort for the 18th Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run & Walk. Choose between three race options
Wonderland Mountain Challenge Trail Run
Join ACE for a demanding trail run through the beautiful mountains in West Virginia on Memorial Day weekend. Choose between a half-marathon, 10K run, or a 5 mile walk. These distinctive race routes will take racers through the New River Gorge past scenic rock outcrops, cascading streams and abandoned coal mines. After grabbing your medal at the finish line a burrito buffet awaits to tame the appetite you have developed. Cash prizes will be awarded to top finishers, plus you get bragging rights for tackling the Wonderland Mountain Challenge on May 26th, 2018.
Mountain Music Festival
West Virginia’s best music festival at ACE Adventure Resort is gearing up for its 6th year! Featuring over 25 bands
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Whether you prefer the adrenaline-charged excitement of the ski slopes or an afternoon of quiet reflection strolling through the woods,
5th Annual Downtown Countdown- a Winterfest Celebration
*7 Indoor Venues! *Live Music! *Fire Dancers! *Ice Sculptors! *Comedy! *Games! *Black Light Art! *Virtual Reality! *Scavenger Hunt! *Dance Contests! *Hoop Dancing Instruction and a Hoop Dance Contest! *Start Steppin' Midnight Run/Walk! *Ball Drop and Fireworks at Midnight! With Live Performances by FROST LION Ice Plus, The Parachute Brigade, Black Garlic, No Pants Players, Adam Cox & Independent State, DJ ChrstvFerd, Full Circle Flow Arts & more TBA! Plus Live Art Demos by Brian Zickafoose and Leah Towler! Find detailed information, performer links and more at www.downtowncountdown.org!
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State 35 Joytacular featuring the No Pants Players
Tis the season for helping others! Tis the season for holiday fun! Tis the season for JOYTACULAR! Join the State 35 Comedy Troupe's No Pants Players for a night of festive improv comedy! This event will be fun for ALL AGES, so bring everyone you know and come and enjoy a night of holiday fun for you and your family!
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Breakfast with Santa
Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a very special appearance at Tamarack! Join us for a delicious breakfast buffet with this dynamic duo. Many treats and activities for kids of all ages. Breakfast will include Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Biscuit, Fruit, Mac & Cheese and Peanut Buttery & Jelly Sandwich. Tickets: Adults: $13; Chidlren 3-14: $10; Children 2 and under: Free. Note: This year we are having two events - December 9th and December 16th.
Breakfast with Santa
Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a very special appearance at Tamarack! Join us for a delicious breakfast buffet with this dynamic duo. Many treats and activities for kids of all ages. Breakfast will include Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Biscuit, Fruit, Mac & Cheese and Peanut Buttery & Jelly Sandwich. Tickets: Adults: $13; Chidlren 3-14: $10; Children 2 and under: Free Note: This year we are having two events - December 9th and December 16th.
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Rock Roll & Doo Wop Vol. 15
The fifteenth volume of the Capitol Theatre's Rock and Roll Doo Wop. The show will feature: THE LOVIN' SPOONFUL THE MARVELETTES THE VOGUES THE CAPRIS JIMMIE ROSS & THE JAGGERZ. The Ballroom Bar opens at 5 p.m. for appetizers and drinks!
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Merry Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Join us for an interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theater created just for Pipestem Spa and Event Center, featuring WVNS/Fox 59 TV Station from Beckley, WV. "Heidi Moore, senior meteorologist, prepares for the six o'clock evening news in the midst of a blizzard just days before the holidays. The general manager of the news station, who was despised by all, is discovered murdered in his office minutes before the broadcast." This will be a wildly entertaining evening of crime-solving that includes: a dinner of smoked turkey and ham, homemade mashed potatoes and gravy, mac 'n cheese, salad, dessert, tea, water, and coffee. A Holiday Cocktail Party starts at 6 p.m., with full cash bar and lots of photo ops in a beautiful Winter Wonderland of Lights.
A Night At The North Pole
A Night At The North Pole! -Visit with Santa -Personalized letters from Santa for each child -Chance to take your own pictures with Santa -Christmas story time -Hot cocoa with marshmallows -Decorate cookies -Decorate ornaments -Funnel cakes & warm, soft pretzels -Winter Wonderland of lights & decorations Children 6 years old and younger are encouraged to come from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Children 7 years or older are encouraged to come from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Tickets are $45 a piece and include: 1 child & 2 adults; $35 for any additional children; $10 for any additional adults.
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Fayetteville Christmas Craft Show
Catch the spirit of the season at the Fayetteville Annual Christmas Craft Show in the heart of Fayetteville. This indoor craft event occurs the first Saturday in December presented by the Fayetteville Women’s club. The fair is open from 9:00am- 5:00 pm. Shop various handmade artisan items and other vendors. Enjoy raffles and fun, food is also available on site. The Craft Fair is held in the Fayette County Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building downtown Fayetteville. The show will feature over 50 vendors. *Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted for the local food pantry. For vendor information, call: 304-574-2580
Fayetteville Arts Coalition Presents The Holiday Arts Sampler
Find the perfect gift as Fayetteville's best artists are featured in the Fayetteville Arts Coalitions Holiday Art Sampler. Meet local artists and shop for unique items made with love.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Historic Fayette Theater Presents: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever November 24, 25, December 1 & 2 at 7:30 pm; November 26 & Dec 3 at 2 p.m. Laughs abound in this bestselling Christmas classic by Barbara Robinson! The Best Christmas Pageant Ever follows the outrageous shenanigans of the Herdman siblings, or “the worst kids in the history of the world.” The siblings take over the annual Christmas pageant in a hilarious yet heartwarming tale involving the Three Wise Men, a ham, scared shepherds, and six rowdy kids. Ralph, Imogene, Leroy, Claude, Ollie, and Gladys Herdman are an awful bunch. They set fire to Fred Shoemaker’s toolshed, blackmailed Wanda Pierce to get her charm bracelet, and smacked Alice Wendelken across the head. And that’s just the start! When the Herdmans show up at church for the free snacks and suddenly take over the Christmas pageant, the other kids are shocked. It’s obvious that they’re up to no good.
Fayetteville’s Old Time Christmas Celebration
Nestled in the picturesque mountains of West Virginia you can step back in time and enjoy Fayetteville’s Old Time Christmas Celebration. Fayetteville gets all dolled up for the holidays celebrating with true small-town flair. Escape the hustle and bustle of the holidays and enjoy a getaway with your family. You can shop small and enjoy strolling around historic downtown Fayetteville as the storefronts come to life with Christmas displays all month long. The town square will be lit up like a Christmas storybook with lights strung and fresh greenery bringing the town square to life. The Festivities kick off December 1st with Fayetteville’s Annual Christmas Parade. Head over to see the light show at the Fayetteville County Park and participate in the Ugly Sweater Run. Fayetteville’s Christmas Craft Show is held Saturday, December 2nd with over 50 craft vendors. The Grove will be hosting The Fayetteville Arts Coalitions Holiday Sampler during that evening. Experience the town coming together for the Greening of The Town. Make cookies with Santa at The Station, enjoy hot cocoa from Koolbeanz or a Christmas treat from Sweet T’s Candy Land Bakery, lots of activities for the kids, carols, and a town-wide ugly sweater contest.
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2017 TRAC Fall Photography Workshop
Beginner and advanced photographers are invited to the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) in Brooks, WV, for the opportunity to photograph birds of prey during the spring and fall. The next Birds of Prey Photography Workshop is on Saturday, October 14, 2017. Professional photographer Steven Wayne Rotsch and TRAC co-directors Ron and Wendy Perrone offer amateur to professional photographers the opportunity to capture images of West Virginia’s birds of prey in natural settings. About 10, usually shy, birds of prey will be modeling in natural settings for the cameras, including Regis - The Bald Eagle, Hoolie - A Great Horned Owl, Gimli - The American Kestrel, Nick and Harlan - Two Red-tailed Hawks, Dori - The Peregrine Falcon and more will be available during both the morning and afternoon sessions. The difference between the morning and afternoon sessions are the natural settings where the birds are photographed. Choose between either 1/2 day session or the full day (which includes lunch). Photographers of all skill levels will also be able to pick up technical tips during one-on-one sessions with the instructor. The focus of the workshop is photographing the birds. At least (50) fifty-percent of the registration fees will benefit TRAC, a 501( c) 3 nonprofit organization.
Three Rivers Avian Center Spring Photo Workshop
Beginner and advanced photographers are invited to the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) in Brooks, WV, for the opportunity to photograph birds of prey during the spring and fall. The next Birds of Prey Photography Workshop is on Saturday, October 14, 2017. Professional photographer Steven Wayne Rotsch and TRAC co-directors Ron and Wendy Perrone offer amateur to professional photographers the opportunity to capture images of West Virginia’s birds of prey in natural settings. About 10, usually shy, birds of prey will be modeling in natural settings for the cameras, including Regis - The Bald Eagle, Hoolie - A Great Horned Owl, Gimli - The American Kestrel, Nick and Harlan - Two Red-tailed Hawks, Dori - The Peregrine Falcon and more will be available during both the morning and afternoon sessions. The difference between the morning and afternoon sessions are the natural settings where the birds are photographed. Photographers of all skill levels will also be able to pick up technical tips during one-on-one sessions with the instructor. The focus of the workshop is photographing the birds. At least (50) fifty-percent of the registration fees will benefit TRAC, a 501( c) 3 nonprofit organization. •Participants can sign up for the full-day 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. sessions, which includes lunch for $100, or either the morning session from 9 a.m. to noon or the afternoon session from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for $50. •Call Steve at 304-541-7574, email Steve at swrkab@aol.com or logon to www.stevenrotsch.com for more workshop information and a downloadable registration form.
March Southern WV Bald Eagle Survey
Join experts and amateurs alike as we watch and count bald eagles at Bluestone Lake in Summers County and its tributaries. Fun for all ages, many locations to watch from. Registration is encouraged and is free. Bring binoculars, spotting scopes, cameras if you have them. If not, no worries, experienced watchers at all locations will share. If you can't make it earlier, meet at the Hinton Dairy Queen at 2:30 PM for a tally wrap-up and discussion of the day.
May Open House
Free public tour day at Three Rivers Avian Center from 1 - 5 PM. Tours of the facility, meet live owls, hawks, falcons and Regis the bald eagle, interactive displays, and more. Great for all ages.