September/October 2015
A Guide to Clarksburg, Fairmont, Morgantown, and the Surrounding Area
In This Issue WV State Civilian Conservation Corps Museum Kestrel Celebrates FSU Sesquicentennial WV Wine & Jazz Festival Visit our website!
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Contents
2 From the Publisher
Features
6 The Art of George Bird Evans Morgantown History Museum exhibit through November 14 7 West Virginia Wine & Jazz Festival Celebrates 22nd Year Come to Camp Muffly on September 19 and 20 6
20 Mountaineer Balloon Festival 2015 Cancelled, But… Look for balloons in the skies over Morgantown October 22–25 24 Muriale’s Restaurant Wins SBA Family-Owned Business of the Year 24 Calendar of Events
Advertiser Directory
3 Dining & Entertainment Dining, nightlife and entertainment for all ages 8 See & Do Points of interest and activities
Three Cities is published by DKWV Publications PO Box 824 Clarksburg, WV 26302 Publisher Donna Kirk 304.680.2238 dkwvpublications@frontier.com ©2015 DKWV Publications Layout and design Steven Joswick Submissions for Calendar of Events welcome
13 Kestrel Celebrates FSU Sesquicentennial “Transformations and Teachable Moments” available mid-September 16 West Virginia State Civilian Conservation Corps Museum Representing the accomplishments of the CCC
8 Accommodations Hotels, bed & breakfasts and more 12 Shopping Unique local shops and galleries 18 Services Professional services to meet all your needs
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From the Publisher
From the Publisher Welcome to the September/October issue of Three Cities! Autumn in North Central West Virginia is a favorite season for many—our beautiful hills come alive with glorious color, the air is crisp, and, if we’re lucky, the skies reflect a brilliant blue. It is the time of harvest—for our local farmers and gardeners and wineries. For many, autumn is also an exciting time—don that alumni gear and attend local football games, be they middle school, high school, or university events. In this issue, we explore the West Virginia State Civilian Corps Museum, its history, and its offerings. Find out how Kestrel, a literary journal published by Fairmont State University, represents Fairmont and West Virginia as it celebrates FSU’s sesquicentennial. The West Virginia Wine and Jazz Festival is one of many autumn festivals and fundraisers we celebrate this season. Be sure to check out the four pages of events toward the back of this issue. And be sure to visit our website, threecitieswv.com, for links to sponsors’ websites and to view previous issues of Three Cities. Donna Kirk Publisher
Advertiser Directory The Three Cities Advertising Directory is organized by Dining, See & Do, Accommodations, Shopping, and Services. Establishments are listed alphabetically by location: Bridgeport, Clarksburg, Fairmont, Morgantown and surrounding areas. If your business or service area is interested in being included, please contact us at dkwvpublications@frontier.com. 2
Advertiser Directory / Dining & Entertainment
Dining & Entertainment Bridgeport area Mia Margherita miamargherita.com / 139 Conference Center Way, Suite 137 / Charles Point Commons, Bridgeport / 304.808.6400 Known for our house specialty Neopolitan Style pizzas baked in a unique coal fired pizza oven. We also feature a menu built off of the comfort foods our local Italian population grew up on, from and familiar to the San Giovanni Calabrian Region of Italy. Authentic Italian sandwiches, simple healthful salads, Italian casseroles, and traditional soups and stews. We use fresh foods and products grown and produced locally through our local growers and local farmers market. Mon–Thurs 11 am–10 pm / Fri–Sat 11 am–11 pm / Sun 11 am–9 pm Oliverio’s Ristorante oliveriosristorante.com / Rts 73 and 50, Bridgeport / 304.842.7388 Since 1965, the Oliverio family has had a reputation for wonderful Italian food. They welcome you for pasta, veal, chicken, seafood and steak dishes in an atmosphere that is a lovely contrast of new and old world. Dinners from $10.95, children’s prices. All legal beverages. Mon–Fri 11–10 / Sat 4–10 / Sun 4–9. Provence Market Café and Marketplace provencemarketcafe.com / 603 S. Virginia Avenue, Bridgeport / 304.848.0911 Since 2002, nationally recognized Provence Market’s menu features South of France inspired flavors. Try our Duckling Michel, Champagne Scallops, or have your Filet Crowned with Crab and Wine Butter Sauce. We also offer locally sourced specials and nightly specials. Visit our website to view our full Lunch and Dinner menus. Chef Hart selected to the inaugural edition Best Chefs of America. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Adjacent Wine Shop. Like us on Facebook to receive our current events and activities. Tues–Thur 11–9 / Fri–Sat 11–10. Available for private parties Sundays and Mondays. Wonder Bar Steakhouse wonderbarsteakhouse.com / Bridgeport Hill, Wonder Bar Road, Bridgeport / 304.622.1451 “Top of the Town.” Its atmosphere of distinction makes it one of the state’s finest restaurants, specializing in hand-cut steaks, South African Rock Lobster, and other seafood dishes. Mon–Sat open at 5 pm. Closed Sundays. Reservations suggested.
Clarksburg area Minard’s 813 Pike Street, Clarksburg / 304.623.1711 Well-known family restaurant whose old-world
ambiance is the ideal setting for family recipe Italian food. Excellent steaks, chicken, and seafood are also offered. Once the Minard family home, there are six dining rooms, each tastefully decorated. Couples will love the romantic wine garden which seats just 12. Family-style dinners (for four or more) and children’s prices. All legal beverages. Sun–Thurs 11–10 / Fri–Sat 11 am–11 pm.
Fairmont area Colasessano’s colasessanos.com / 141 Middletown Circle, Fairmont / 304.363.0571 Established in 1950 by Filippo & Filomena Colasessano. Famous signature pizza and pepperoni rolls, as well as appetizers, salads, and sandwiches. Colasessano’s has been in business for more than fifty years. We are a dine-in and carryout pizza restaurant. Mon–Thurs 10 am–9 pm / Fri–Sat 10 am–10 pm Heston Farm Winery hestonfarm.com / 1602 Tulip Lane, Pleasant Valley Road Exit off I-79, Fairmont / 304.366.WINE Taste our large selection of traditional wines, whiskeys, and moon shine. Enjoy farm-fresh food in our unique indoor and outdoor dining areas, decorated with vintage farm equipment, rustic tools, and antiques. Mon–Sat 11–9 / closed Sun. Muriale’s Restaurant murialesrestaurant.com / 1742 Fairmont Avenue, Fairmont / 304.363.3190 An award-winning restaurant serving the best in Italian cuisine and excellent steaks, seafood, and salads. Great service, a lovely atmosphere and an unbeatable children’s menu make this a best bet for family dining. A good selection of wines. Six dining rooms seat a total of 250. Banquet rooms accommodate up to 200. Deck dining. Open seven days at 11 am. Poky Dot thepokydot.com / 1111 Fairmont Avenue, Fairmont /304.366.3271 Since 1950, the Poky Dot has meant great food and fun. It’s still true today! You’ll love to dine in this unique atmosphere. Breakfast is served all day; desserts are legendary. Come enjoy our wonderful décor: ‘fifties’ memorabilia, a wall of murals, and a working juke box! Open seven days.
Morgantown area The Dancing Fig thedancingfig.com / 2862 University Ave., Morgantown /304.309.2344 Chef owned and operated, we specialize in fresh house made pasta as well as global delicacies. We aim to revive the dining experience with hand craft(continued pg. 6)
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Breakfast • Gelato • Panini • Espresso Bar • WiFi • Catering Located in Suncrest next to Kegler’s, a café offering a cozy atmosphere for studying, meetings or a getaway from the daily grind at the office. Homemade soups and gelato, made-to-order paninis for breakfast, lunch or dinner. A full espresso bar to jumpstart your day the Tutto way. 755 Chestnut Ridge Road, Suburban Plaza, Suncrest • (304) 291-2444
See our full menu at www.tutto-gelato.com
Open Monday–Saturday 7am–9pm • Sunday 9am–9pm
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Visit us at our new location behind the Middletown Mall! 141 Middletown Circle Fairmont, WV 26554 304-363-0571 www.colasessanospizza.com
Monday–Thursday 10 am–9 pm Friday–Saturday 10 am–10 pm
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Feature / The Art of George Bird Evans
The Art of George Bird Evans Morgantown History Museum exhibit through November 14 A new temporary exhibit at the Morgantown History Museum showcases the art of George Bird Evans from the 1930s and 1940s. Evans was a noted artist, author, outdoorsman, and founder of the Old Hemlock line of English Setters. His artwork was featured in notable magazines including American, Cosmopolitan, Redbook, and Women’s Home Companion.
The exhibit is the result of a cooperative effort between the Morgantown History Museum and the Old Hemlock Foundation. The exhibit, free and open to the public, will be on display at the history museum through November 14.
ed classic dishes and cocktails with a modern twist, elevated by local ingredients. Located in the former Tea House above Zenclay pottery studio we blend Italian cuisine with Eastern styles in celebration of the Noodle! Wed–Fri Lunch 10:30 am–2 pm; Dinner 4:30–10 pm / Sat Dinner 4:30 pm–11 pm / Sun Brunch 11 am–3 pm
Peking House offers excellent Peking and Szechuan cuisine including seafood, beef, pork, and chicken dishes. A banquet area accommodates 80. Take-out available. Fantastic Sunday buffet. Lunch, Mon–Fri 11:30–2 / Dinner, Mon–Thur 4:30–9:30 / Fri–Sat 4:30–10:30 / Sun 12–9.
Oliverio’s Ristorante oliveriosristorante.com / 52 Clay Street, Morgantown / 304.296.2565 Since 1965, the Oliverio family has had a reputation for wonderful Italian food. They welcome you for pasta, veal, chicken, seafood and steak dishes in an atmosphere that is a lovely contrast of new and old world. Dinners from $10.95, children’s prices. All legal beverages. Mon–Fri 11–10 / Sat 12–10 / Sun 4–9 Peking House pekinghousewv.com/ 1137 Van Voorhis Road, Morgantown / 304.598.3333 6
The Morgantown History Museum is located at 175 Kirk Street in Morgantown and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information, contact 304.319.1800 or info@morgantownhistorymuseum.org.
Tutto Gelato Café tutto-gelato.com / 755 Chestnut Ridge Road, Suburban Plaza, Morgantown / 304.291.2444 For the busy day, bustling morning, restful afternoon, late night snack, mid-day meal, lazy weekend, date night, family outing, rushed lunch, business coffee, sweet tooth, healthy choice, pick-me-up… For the Italian in you… Tutto Gelato Café. In addition to our gelato, our menu includes breakfast, pastries, paninis, soups, salads, pizza cones, all fresh every day. We also offer catering. Mon–Sat 7 am–9 pm / Sun 9 am–9 pm (continued pg. 8)
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Feature / 2015 West Virginia Wine & Jazz Festival
West Virginia Wine & Jazz Festival Celebrates 22nd Year Come to Camp Muffly on September 19 and 20 Since the fall of 1993, the annual WV Wine and Jazz Festival has drawn many music and wine enthusiasts to Morgantown to relax, sip some wine, listen to live music, and say good-bye to summer. Early guests will recall visiting Chestnut Ridge Park to attend the festival from 1993 to 1999, when the festival outgrew accommodations there. Camp Muffly has hosted the festival since 2000. West Virginia Wine and Jazz Fest, Inc. is a nonprofit organization, with 501(c)3 status, that seeks to return the proceeds from the annual festival back to the community in various ways. These include endowed scholarships to the WVU School of Music, sponsorship of educational endeavors and classes at WVU, free concerts for area middle/ high schools, and sponsorship of various student and community organizations that assist with the festival. To date, payments for services and donations to local organizations has totaled $375,000. Several local restaurants offer food for festival goers, and there are a host of local artisans selling their wares as well. Artisan vendors offer a variety of hand crafts including wood block print making, pottery, hand-made soap, fine art, jewelry, basketry, stained glass work, wine glass holders, photography, and sculptures.
2015 West Virginia Wine & Jazz Festival Camp Muffly, Morgantown Saturday, September 19, 11 am–6 pm Sunday, September 20, 12 pm–6 pm $20 per person/per day Includes wine glass, wine tasting (over 21) Participating wineries, all from West Virginia, this year include: • Daniel Vineyards, Crab Orchard danielvineyards.com • Fisher’s Ridge, Liberty • Forks of Cheat, Morgantown wvwines.com • Heston Farm Winery, Fairmont hestonfarm.com/winery/ • Kenco Farms Winery, Sutton • Lambert’s Vintage Wines, Weston lambertsvintagewine.com • Potomac Highland Winery, Keyser phwinery.com • West-Whitehill Winery, Moorefield westwhitehillwinery.com
For updated information about wineries, bands, restaurants, vendors, and sponsors, visit http://wvwineandjazz.com/. 7
Advertiser Directory / See & Do
See & Do Bridgeport area Bridgeport Convention and Visitors Bureau greater-bridgeport.com / 164 W Main St., Bridgeport / 304.842.7272 / Bridgeport offers a little bit of something for everyone. From convenience and easy access to local flavor and off the beaten path.
Clarksburg area Clarksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau clarksburgvisitorswv.com / 321 W. Main St., Suite 2, Clarksburg / 304.622.2157 Find out more about historic Clarksburg and what it has to offer!
Fairmont area Main Street Fairmont mainstreetfairmont.org / Downtown Fairmont is a historic community located along the banks of the Monongahela River. With a history tied to the commercial production of coal, our culture is steeped in tradition. Our organization is working to continue to make downtown Fairmont an even better place with more opportunities for economic development and fun activities. Marion County Convention and Visitors Bureau marioncvb.com / 1000 Cole Street, Suite A, Pleasant Valley / 304.368.1123 Check out our new website to find out what’s happening in Marion County!
Morgantown area Main Street Morgantown downtownmorgantown.com / 201 High St., Suite 2, Morgantown / 304.292.0168 Morgantown is home to over 26,000 people. With one of the strongest economies for small metro areas (CNN Money) Morgantown has much to offer. From outdoors activities, to a state of the art research institution, to a historic downtown rife with history, we’ve got it all. Nestled in the hills of northern West Virginia, Morgantown is a hop skip and a jump away from the Pittsburgh and Washington D.C. metro areas but is just far enough away to provide a relaxing and scenic ambience. Morgantown Art Association Gallery morgantownartassociation.com / Mountaineer Mall, Morgantown / 304.291.5900 We bring together all those individuals interested in the creative arts! Visit the studio to view monthly displays, participate in scheduled watercolor and oil painting classes. Tues–Fri 10 am–4 pm. 8
Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau tourmorgantown.com / 341 Chaplin Road, First Floor, Morgantown / 304.292.5081 Active calendar of events on our website! Morgantown History Museum morgantownhistorymuseum.org / 175 Kirk Street, Morgantown / 304.319.1800 The Morgantown History Museum is a nonprofit institution and the first city-sponsored museum in the Greater Morgantown area. Its mission is to preserve and promote local and regional history and to make it accessible to the citizens of Morgantown and visitors to the region. Tues–Sat 10 am–5 pm.
Accommodations Morgantown area Comfort Inn Rt 119 North at Exit 148, I-79 and Exit 1, I-68, Morgantown / 304.296.9364 Featuring 80 comfortable rooms, tv, direct dial phones, whirlpool rooms, and exercise facilities. Outdoor pool. Free continental breakfast. Ramada Conference Center www.ramada.com / 20 Scott Avenue, Morgantown / 304.296.3431 Full-service hotel and conference center featuring 149 rooms, including suites, extended stay, and jacuzzi rooms. Offering the area’s finest hospitality in a very relaxing atmosphere. Meeting and banquet facilities accommodating up to 500 people. Search www.ramada.com Waterfront Place Hotel wphotel.com / 2 Waterfront Place and University Blvd., Morgantown / 304.296.1700 Beautiful, full-service hotel near everything— WVU, PRT, downtown, businesses and hospitals. Concierge level, two restaurants, three bars, spa, fitness center, wifi, covered parking, and meeting and banquet facilities for up to 1,500 people.
Fairmont area The Inn at Pettyjohn innpettyjohn.com / 1117 Fairmont Avenue, Fairmont / 304.363.0100 48 completely renovated guest rooms, lounge, outdoor heated pool and spa, whirlpool and fireplace suites available; all rooms feature refrigerators, microwave, and 32” flat screen TVs.
Clarksburg area Hilton-Garden Inn Clarksburg clarksburg.stayhgi.com / 606 Emily Drive / 304.326.9200 (continued pg. 12)
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Santa’s Village
Mix, Mingle & Be Merry
Holiday Bash & Tree Auction Friday, November 20, 2015 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa Tickets $50 per person
An entire city full of festive family fun!
Saturday, November 21, 2015 Your choice: 9 a.m. - noon 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. or Special feature: Special feature: Breakfast with Santa Tea with Mrs. Claus Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa Tickets $40 Family (up to 5) • $10 Individual
For information on sponsorships or tickets please contact Pam Shriver at 304-598-6094 opt. 5 or at shriverpa@wvuhealthcare.com
Advertiser Directory / Shopping
112 rooms, featuring the latest in technology and ergonomic comfort. Each guest room features a spacious work desk and a hospitality center with microwave, refrigerator, and coffeemaker. Business center complimentary and accessible 24 hours a day. Grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Shopping Bridgeport area Artworks artworkswv.com / 601 S. Virginia Avenue, Bridgeport / 304.842.7626 Owned and operated by artist Lotus A. MacDowell, Artworks specializes in custom framing and has an outstanding selection of art and unique gifts. Here you will find a large selection of MacDowell’s original artwork and limited edition prints, as well as the work of a number of West Virginia and other nationally known artists.
Morgantown area Morgantown Art Association morgantownartassociation.com / Mountaineer Mall, Greenbag Road, Morgantown / 304.291.5900 Local and regional artists are showcased in exhibits of their work, many of which are for sale. Art includes oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastels, block prints, photographs, jewelry, and reproductions. Staffed by member artists. Come visit and talk ART. Classes and workshops offered during the day and evening. Tues–Fri 10 am–4 pm or by appointment. The Shoppes at Seneca Center senecacenter.com / 709 Beechurst Avenue, Morgantown / 304.692.7500 The former Seneca Glass Factory is a Morgantown landmark, restored and on the National Register of Historic Places. Today it houses a variety of shops offering gifts, women’s fashions, bath and body products, antiques and collectibles, and more. Services include Real Estate. Mon–Sat.
Sutton WV Everything Fiesta everythingfiesta.com / Flatwoods Factory Stores, I-79 Exit 67, Flatwoods, WV / 304.765.5383 Large variety of world-famous Fiesta, beautifully displayed. First-quality Fiesta and accessories and a large selection of second-quality Fiesta at discounted prices. Mon–Thur 10–6 / Fri–Sat 10–8 / Sun 12–6 (continued pg. 18)
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Collecting and preserving the history of Morgantown and the surrounding area 175 Kirk Street Morgantown, WV
Tues-Sat 10am-5pm
(304) 319-1800 morgantownhistorymuseum.org
Feature / Kestrel Celebrates FSU Sesquicentennial
Robert Baker, the chair of Language and Literature at FSU, stated: “Kestrel began as part of (then) Fairmont State College’s celebration of its 125th anniversary. Former professor Marty Lammon, John King, and Valerie Nieman were founding editors. They were able to bring people like Joy Harjo and the poet Donald Hall to campus. Kestrel’s mission was to support Appalachian writers, promoting their work to a wider audience. The journal has been a resplendent part of our community since those early days.” Look for Kestrel’s special double issue, Transformations and Teachable Moments, which celebrates Fairmont State University’s sesquicentennial, and is scheduled to be available by September 15. Subscriptions to Kestrel are $20 per year (two issues); single issues are $12.00; the double sesquicentennial issue is $15.00.
Kestrel Celebrates FSU Sesquicentennial “Transformations and Teachable Moments” available mid-September For over twenty years, Fairmont State University (FSU) has published Kestrel, a literary and art journal comprising fiction, poetry and poetry in translation, creative non-fiction, and art. Kestrel accepts submissions from contributors worldwide and publishes semi-annually. It has a reputation as a competitive and skillfully designed literary magazine. Kestrel’s submission guidelines state, “Attention to craft is crucial but we are open to all forms/genres of poetry and prose… that makes new the expected conventions. We have published work from the U.S., Canada, Ireland, France, Haiti, etc. and are especially happy to publish work by West Virginian and Appalachian writers.”
The Kestrel experience also features a twoday celebration for each issue, with as many as ten contributors traveling to Fairmont to give public readings and participate in a variety of literary events. Kestrel’s editor, Donna J. Long, explained, “On October 9 and 10, FSU will host several events to celebrate FSU’s sesquicentennial and Kestrel’s talent, including a Friday morning panel discussion on campus; a Friday night reading at the Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center, with introductions by Christina Lavorata, FSU’s Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs; and a Saturday afternoon reading, conducted this year at Joe ‘N Throw in downtown Fairmont. A 30-minute podcast recording with visiting writers will be posted on Kestrel’s website. Also available for interested writers are manuscript consultations with visiting writers. Elizabeth Savage, Kestrel’s poetry editor, remarked, “What’s fun is bringing writers in from all over the globe and witnessing them falling into lasting friendships. They are all so happy to be here—they love FSU and Fairmont.” To learn more and to read selections, see representative art, and to listen to previously recorded podcasts, visit fairmontstate.edu/ kestrel. 13
New faces, new entertainment, and new menus!
RAMADA CONFERENCE CENTER MORgANTOwN Hotel / Bar & Grill / Wedding Planning Enjoy a rustic escape with modern convenience at the Ramada Morgantown Hotel & Conference Center. Centrally located off Interstates 68 and 79 in Morgantown, WV, near West Virginia University, our hotel offers a stress-free escape from the everyday. Get a jump on a day of excitement with a free hot breakfast each morning, and unwind with a relaxing meal in our Heritage Room restaurant. Spend a night in, order room service and stretch out in one of our Jacuzzi suites. Join us in the Wit’s End Lounge for the latest in local entertainment and happy hour specials! Variety of weekly entertainment: Comedy Nights (first and third Friday of each month) • Karaoke Nights • Extended Stays • Ballroom for weddings, pageants, proms or any special events • On- and off-site catering • Each room offers refrigerators, microwaves, coffeemaker • Restaurant and Lounge • On-site laundry and work out facility • Free shuttle, internet, and parking
20 Scott Avenue, Morgantown, WV 26508 1.800.834.9766 / 304.296.3431 14 www.ramadainnwv.com
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Feature / WV State Civilian Conservation Corps Museum
The West Virginia CCC Museum Association is housed in the Quiet Dell schoolhouse in Harrison County, south of Bridgeport and Clarksburg off I-79, exit 115.
West Virginia State Civilian Conservation Corps Museum Representing the accomplishments of the CCC One of the many historic institutions in North Central West Virginia is the WV Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Museum. The CCC Museum displays over five hundred artifacts from numerous donors used for public works projects during the Great Depression era. Every year, the museum attracts hundreds of visitors from every state in the US and numerous countries. Read further for more information about the CCC, the museum, and activities offered to the public. History of the CCC from the Preface of “Written on the Land” with permission by the author, Dr. Robert E. Anderson. On the heels of the “Roaring Twenties” and following the market crash of 1929, the Great Depression engulfed America and flowed unchecked across our Land. Economic hard times were everywhere. Many Americans became homeless. Families were split up and 16
forced to live apart. Children became orphans. There was little gainful employment. To help ease the unemployment situation, one of the first things President Franklin Roosevelt did in office was to establish the Civilian Conservation Corp, (CCC). He did this with a stroke of a pen on March 31, 1933. The purpose of this CCC program was to put unemployed young men to work in useful, needed conservation projects around the country. Within three months, over 275,000 enrollees and supervisors were signed up across the nation and began work on critical conservation projects planned by foresters, or, as the case might have been, park service rangers, soil conservationists, and extension educators. In the nine years from 1933 until the CCC program phase-out in 1942, there were over 3,000,000 enrollees and more than 1,600 camps throughout the country. Many CCC
Feature / WV State Civilian Conservation Corps Museum
projects included fire-fighting, tree-planting, road-building, development of parks and forests, and erosion control of farm land. Conservation projects quite evident as we travel the land today. The good works of the CCC in one state could be mirrored by the many achievements of the CCC in any state. The late U.S. Senator Jennings Randolph, in Congress when it began and a tireless supporter of the CCC concept, said in 1983: “That program helped lift America out of the darkness of Depression and into the sunshine of better times.” The first call for mobilization of the CCC came in Virginia on April 17, 1933 when Camp Roosevelt was established. Soon there were CCC camps in every state. In West Virginia, the earliest camps were activated on May 20, 1933 in Tucker and Randolph Counties. Altogether, there were 67 CCC camps and 55,000 enrollees who served in the Mountain State over the nine-year span of the program. WV CCC Museum The West Virginia CCC Museum Association was founded in 2003 and is housed in the Quiet Dell schoolhouse in Harrison County, south of Bridgeport and Clarksburg off I-79, exit 115. Displays represent the work and depict the accomplishments of the CCC in WV and other states. These items range from camp photographs to tools and personal items used by former CCC enrollees. Museum visitors experience the story of the CCC from onset of the Corps in 1933 to the final phaseout of the program in June, 1942. Charles Piercy, Acting President, reports that the group’s mission is to preserve the legacy of the many achievements of the CCC. “Over 55,000 young men and women served in the CCC in West Virginia alone. As you travel the Mountain State and visit our fine State and National Parks, you see the handiwork of the CCC Program.” He continued, “This program was one of the most successful government
programs in history. They built park cabins, picnic shelters, lodges, park furniture, lakes, ponds, and swimming pools. This is why we honor them with what we do. Many folks stop by in hopes of seeing their loved ones who served in the CCC.” In addition to the museum in the school, the organization is renovating two barracks. The Upper Museum Barracks Annex is 95% completed and is in operation. The other building, the lower barracks, is projected to be transformed into an exact replica of a CCC barrack by the fall of 2016. The Harrison County Commission is also considering a museum to house a donated 1930 Model AA Ford truck that had been used for transporting CCC supplies, currently being refurbished, along with depression-era tools. Additional renovation projects include the outdoor stage, picnic area, and children’s playground. The thirteenth Annual Fall Jubilee GetTogether will be held Saturday, October 17, 9:30 am to 1 pm at the Quiet Dell United Methodist Church. It features CCC displays and a tour, a program honoring the CCC Vets, an update on CCC Museum, comments by CCC Vets or family members, comments by special guest, and presentation of WVSCCCMA Fall 2015 CCC Hall of Fame inductees. Admission is free. A catered dinner is also offered for $14 for adults, $5 for children 12 years old & younger, and free for CCC vets. Diners must RSVP by October 11.
The museum hosts three important functions during the year. On the last Sunday of March, there is a program to celebrate the signing of the CCC into law by Franklin Roosevelt at the museum. Two Jubilee Reunions, held the third Saturday in April and October at the Quiet Dell United Methodist Church, honor the CCC vets, their families, and friends. (continued pg. 18)
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Feature / WV State Civilian Conservation Corps Museum
The Association shares the Quiet Dell School with the artisans of the West Virginia Heritage Crafts Inc., which offers WV crafted artifacts for sale. This cooperation enables the CCC Museum to be open seven days a week with the exception of a few holidays. Hours are M–Sat, 10 am–5 pm and Sun, 1 pm–5 pm. Groups and individuals may call ahead at 304.622.3304 to arrange for tours. For more information about the West Virginia State CCC Museum or to register for the Fall Jubilee, call Charles Piercy at 304.363.4388 or Rich Bailey at 304.842.3436. Visit the website at wva-ccc-legacy.org.
Services Bridgeport, Clarksburg, Fairmont, and Morgantown areas MVB Most Valuable Bank mvbbanking.com / Numerous locations and growing. Check out our website for the bank nearest you! We are a vibrant community bank founded on the principles of honesty, respect and accountability. MVB takes great pride in providing sound solutions for all your financial needs, from high interest checking, to home loans, business loans, and beyond. Our teamwork approach is designed to deliver extraordinary products and services, every day.
Morgantown area J. Douglas Crane, LC cranewvlaw.com / 150 Pleasant St, Morgantown / 304.292.3037 Call us when you need help with issues in the areas of family law, bankruptcy, corporate business, and estate planning. Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Groom groomstyleformen.com / 1006 Northpointe Plaza, Morgantown / 304.241.5634 At GROOM we are doing things differently. Our focus is to provide an amazing salon experience for men. Walk-in to GROOM and get a great haircut with style know-how. Relax with a scalp and neck massage 18
topped off with a hot towel, then take in a little TV and a beverage. Walk out with style that is sure to please. Tues–Fri 10 am–6 pm / Sat 9 am–3 pm. Lauran Kirk Hair Artistry (LKHA) lkhasalon.com / 1003 Northpointe Plaza, Morgantown / 304.296.5542 Experience Lauran Kirk Hair Artistry. Experience the relaxation of the wash house, explore the inventiveness of the color bar, and gain style know-how at the toolbar or take home gallery. Learn how our team approach can benefit you, especially when schedules get busy. Our combined efforts will change your expectations of a salon experience. Tues–Thur 9 am–7 pm / Fri 9 am–5 pm / Sat 9 am–3 pm / Closed Sun and Mon. RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals remax.com / 709 Beechurst Avenue, Suite 24, Seneca Center, Morgantown / 304.292.3900 Located in Historic Seneca Center, we are a fulltime, full-service real estate office featuring residential and commercial real estate sales, accredited buyer agents, and real estate appraisals. The Spa at the Waterfront waterfrontplacespa.com/ Two Waterfront Place, Morgantown / 304.906.4380 In addition to a divine menu of spa, massage & wellness services, we also feature a full-size pool and wide range of gym equipment. Find balance again with The Spa @ The Waterfront. Mon–Fri 10 am–8 pm / Sat 8 am–8 pm / Sun 10 am–4 pm
see our website for full hours & menus
At the Waterfront Place Hotel, every guest will experience the best in hospitality. During your stay, we welcome you to enjoy all the Waterfront offers including: The Spa at the Waterfront Waterfront Fitness Center
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Feature / Mountaineer Balloon Festival Cancelled, But…
Mountaineer Balloon Festival 2015 Cancelled, But… Look for balloons in the skies over Morgantown October 22–25 In the March-April issue of Three Cities, we announced the return of the Mountaineer Balloon Festival. We are sorry to report the cancellation of this year’s festival. In July, the following post appeared on the festival’s Facebook page: “Thank you everyone for your patience between updates on the festival. We are very sad to announce that the 2015 festival has been postponed. We just posted a letter from the organizers on our website that explains the decision and the plans moving forward. Please visit http:// ummbf.com/ to read the letter.” Then on August 10, an exciting update to the Facebook page announced, “Although
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we have been unable to find a site to accommodate a full festival, we have arranged for a group of balloons to fly over Morgantown in October. Balloons over Morgantown! Thursday October 22 through Sunday October 25!” The organizers are planning a Night Glow, where attendees can get close to the balloons, for Thursday evening. There will be fifteen balloons participating, and (weather permitting!) launches will take place on Friday morning and evening, Saturday morning and evening, and Sunday morning. Check http://ummbf.com/or Facebook in the upcoming weeks for further information.
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Muriale’s Restaurant Wins SBA Family-Owned Business of the Year Muriale’s Restaurant is the winner of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s West Virginia District Office 2015 Family-Owned Small Business of the Year. SBA’s West Virginia District Office celebrated Muriale’s award during a luncheon at the Canaan Valley State Park & Conference Center during the 25th Annual Teaming to Win Conference this past spring. Muriale’s Restaurant is a full-service Italian restaurant located in Fairmont since 1969. The restaurant was started by brothers Frank and Sam Muriale, their wives, grandparents, and numerous family members. When the restaurant first opened, it seated 32 guests. Today, after receiving an SBA loan-guarantee in the 1990’s, the restaurant seats 300 and offers a full on- and off-site catering service and a complete menu dedicated to Italian cuisine.
Muriale’s employs 70 to 100 local residents, including many Fairmont State University students. “I pride the success of this business on the employees who work here,” said Rocco Muriale, owner and second generation family member. “I try to find skilled employees that share my customer service values,” Muriale stated. Muriale’s requires a two-to-four week training program for every position in the restaurant to ensure all who dine at the restaurant have a great experience. For more information, including directions and menus, visit murialesrestaurant.com or facebook.com/pages/Muriales-ItalianRestaurant.
Calendar of Events September 1 (*Most Tuesdays) | Open Life Drawing MAC hosts a two-hour, uninstructed weekly life drawing session with a live model on most Tuesdays from 7–9 pm. Participants may not be younger than 18 years of age. Easels are provided. $10. Walk-ins are welcome, although we recommend calling ahead to confirm space 24
availability. Monongalia Arts Center, High Street, Morgantown. monartscenter.com, 304.292.3325 September 2 (*Every Wednesday) | MACglee The MACglee choral ensemble is a group of adults who love to sing and perform. The group’s rehearsals are held Wednesday
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evenings from 6:30–8:30 pm at Monongalia Arts Center. MACglee performs in a variety of music styles and hosts a spring and holiday choral concert at MAC. MACglee welcomes new participants, and interested singers are invited to join in this select choral ensemble. All new singers must audition, and questions and interest in auditioning may be directed to MACglee Music Director Ken Godwin at 304.599.2431 September 4–6 | 37th Annual West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival Fantastic foods, special children’s area, grand parade, cultural events, and queen’s pageant. Three stages of ongoing entertainment, all free of charge to the public! Visit wvihf.com for more information September 4–6 | Jackson’s Mill Jubilee Celebration of Appalachian heritage, educational demonstrations, featuring Indigenous and Bluegrass music concerts, Native American style dancing, chainsaw carvings, gristmill demos, homestead activities, photography, Needle Arts and Quilt Show, antique tractors and engines, carriage rides, Civil War encampment, top-quality artisans, a zip line for the active ones, and Kid’s Land for the younger festival participants. Fri, Noon– 9 pm; Sat, 9 am–9 pm; Sun 10 am–6 pm September 6 (*Every Sunday) | MAC & CHEEZ Improv Group Learn how to play again with the MAC & CHEEZ Players, Monongalia Arts Center’s community-based, open improvisation troupe. The MAC & CHEEZ Players meet every Sunday from 1–3 pm at MAC. Participation is open to the public, and no experience is necessary. Monongalia Arts Center, High Street, Morgantown. monartscenter.com, 304.292.3325 September 8, October 13 | Literary Writing Workshop Are you a writer? Join the monthly MAC Literary Writing Workshop. The workshop is open to the public and all genres and approaches to creative writing, and it is the perfect opportunity for new or veteran writers to share selections from their work, receive
feedback, and analyze other group members’ selections through thoughtful and critical discussion. The workshop is led by Morgantown native, Howard Parsons, who has an MFA in fiction from The New School in New York. The workshop is held on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30–8 pm at MAC. Monongalia Arts Center, High Street, Morgantown. monartscenter.com, 304.292.3325 September 11 | Rus Reppert Blending elements of Appalachian, Celtic, Jazz and Blues, Rus’ ambitious original pieces create a unique vibe all their own. Table 9, Morgantown. 7–10 pm September 11–13 | 25th Annual West Virginia Black Heritage Festival Street festival celebrating black heritage; takes place during the annual celebration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Great food, games, entertainment, and cultural events. Main Street, Clarksburg. For more information, call 304.641.9963 or visit wvbhf.com September 12–13 | Helvetia Community Fair The Helvetia Community Fair celebrates the rich culture and history of Helvetia WV, a small Swiss community located in Randolph County. One of the oldest agricultural fairs in West Virginia. Festivities include a parade, Swiss folk dancing, Fahnenschwingen (Swiss flag swinging), Alp horn playing, yodeling, field games, relays, a square dance, and much more. 9 am Sat through 10 pm Sun September 12 | Color Your World Six week series of stained glass classes with Tamarack instructor Sam Adams. Beginners (2–4 pm) and Intermediate (4–6 pm). All materials provided. $132 plus $20 materials fee. Artistry on Main, Buckhannon. Call 304.460.2505 for more information September 12 | Community Program 4 pm—Fairmont State University Academy for the Arts performs. The academy supports all the municipalities and many of the non-profits in the county, and serves as a training resource for local talent. 7 pm—Jenna Won’t Sing plays a mix of many musical interests and original music. Free admission. Palatine Park, Fairmont 25
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September 13 | Lecture Series: Colonial Plants and Herbs Lecture on Colonial plants and herbs with historic interpreter, Judy Wilson and Master Gardener, Jane Stalnaker. Pricketts Fort State Park Visitor Center. Free to the public. 2-4 pm September 15, October 20 | Artist Networking Event Artists of all disciplines are invited to attend Monongalia Arts Center’s Artist Networking Event (ANE), held on the third Tuesday of each month from 5:30–7 pm. Great opportunity for artists of all disciplines—visual, literary and performance art—to connect with fellow local artists over refreshments in a relaxed social setting. Join MAC for a short period or stay for the entire time to meet and connect with new people, get involved in community art projects, and help make our community a more artful home! This event does not have an admission fee.
September 18–20 | Morgantown Marathon 26.2 “Almost Heavenly” miles through Morgantown. With ~1650 feet of elevation change it is not being advertised as one of America’s 10 fastest courses but will be a race with beautiful views and unique local flair that you will not soon forget. Also features a Mountain Mama 8K, Half Marathon, and an Inaugural Mile Fun Run/Walk (non-timed). 8 am–noon. For event information visit www.morgantownmarathon.com or contact rd@morgantownmarathon.com September 19 | Bird Day Event Activities include a fall bird walk led by local birder John Boback, ideas for winter birding, live bird presentations by the Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia, and more! Join us for a fun day of all things birds. 8 am–noon. West Virginia Botanic Garden. For more information, contact erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704
September 16, 30, and October 14 | Say Cheese! Basics of digital photography: composition, lighting, rule of thirds, and more. Homework assignments. $45. Artistry on Main, Buckhannon. Call 304.460.2505 for more information
September 19 | Third Annual Main Street Arts Festival Art exhibits, musical performance, childrens’ hands-on activities, food vendors, and more. Jawbone Park, Buckhannon. 2–7 pm. For more information, contact pineappledear@gmail. com, tglynch@gmail.com, or 304.460.2505
September 17 | Switch On Your Creativity Basics of techniques; design and fire a switch plate cover using polymer clay. All materials are provided. $45. 6–8:30 pm. Artistry on Main, Buckhannon. Call 304.460.2505 for more information
September 19 | Wine & Jazz Festival The 2015 Wine & Jazz Festival returns to Camp Muffly, Morgantown. Music, food, vendors and (of course) wine tastings! West Virginia Wine and Jazz Fest, Inc. is a nonprofit organization–501(c)(3) status that returns the proceeds from the annual festival back to the community in various ways. Sat: 11 am–6 pm. Sun: 12 noon–6 pm. $20 per person/per day includes wine glass and wine tasting. For updated information about wine and food vendors, musicians, artisans, and more, visit wvwineandjazz.com. See related article, page 7
September 17, October 15 | Morgantown Poets Morgantown Poets is an informal, not-forprofit, all-volunteer community group that meets from 7–9 pm on the third Thursday of each month at Monongalia Arts Center, providing literary enthusiasts in north-central West Virginia with the opportunity to express themselves, share their work, and network and to connect up-and-coming writers with more established authors. New writers are welcome. There is no admission fee. Monongalia Arts Center, High Street, Morgantown. monartscenter.com, 304.292.3325
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September 19 | Hot Dog! Brews and Blues Starts at 4 pm. Runners bring favorite hot dogs from local vendors for judging. Winning shop will display trophy during coming year. 6 pm—Izzy and Chris is a blues duo from the northern panhandle who won the 2010 National Blues competition in Memphis and represented the US in the International Blues competition in 2011. 9 pm—The Dennis
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McClung Blues Band combines powerfully poignant blues and razor-honed guitar with driving cool passion! Free admission. Palatine Park, Fairmont September 20 | Fall Mushroom Walk WVU Professor of Mycology Dan Panaccione will lead us in search of forest fungi. Dan will show us how to identify the native mushrooms at the garden by their unique characteristics. 2 pm. West Virginia Botanic Garden. For more information, contact erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704 September 20 | On Eagles’ Wings Jamboree Our annual fundraiser for On Eagles’ Wings Therapeutic Horsemanship Center (a 501(c) (3), will be held at the fabulous music venue, the Sagebrush Roundup in Fairmont Bunner’s Ridge off I-79 exit 139 (Prickett’s Creek Road exit). Includes a great line-up, including the amazing bluegrass group, the Hillbilly Gypsies, who just released a new album! Also featuring the always fabulous Soup Camel! The fundraiser will feature a basket raffle, great food, and a special appearance by Tigerlily and Tinkerbell, the On Eagles’ Wings mini-horses! 1–5 pm. For more information, visit oneagleswingswv.org or like On Eagles’ Wings Therapeutic Horsemanship on facebook September 24 and 25 | West Virginia Storytelling Festival Join the West Virginia Storytelling Guild for a two-day storytelling festival in the park. Schools are invited to participate in special workshops and storytelling for students. Prickett’s Fort State Park Amphitheater. Tickets are required. 10 am–2 pm. Details will be posted at www.prickettsfort.org or www. wvstorytellers.org. September 24–27 | Preston County Buckwheat Festival Arts & crafts, a carnival, delicious food, livestock, pageants, parades, music, and much more! Kingwood. Visit buckwheatfest.com for a detailed schedule of events and for rules, regulations, and applications September 27 | Moss, Lichen, and Fern Walk Join Susan Studlar, WVU visiting associate professor of biology, and discover many
exciting species of mosses, lichens, and ferns. A whole new world will become apparent as you learn the fascinating biology behind these organisms. Bring a hand lens if you have one. 2 pm. West Virginia Botanic Garden. For more information, contact erin@ wvbg.org or 304.216.8704 October 2 | MAC & CHEEZ Improv Performance Original and hilarious form of improvisation. Don’t miss this special opportunity to see MAC’s community-based, open improvisation troupe in action. Monongalia Arts Center, Morgantown. Admission is $10. 9 pm. Tickets are available at 304.292.3325, www.monartscenter.com/shop, and the MAC Lobby Desk. October 2 | Arts Walk & Art is Food Both the Arts Walk and Art is Food will take place in downtown Morgantown. From 5–7 pm at the Morgantown Market Place, Art is Food will be sponsored by Hamstead Williams & Shook PLLC, WVU Mountaineer Parents Club, and Main Street Morgantown. A fee of $15 per person will include samplings of food from downtown/Wharf District restaurants. The Art Walk, sponsored by Greater Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau, Main Street Morgantown, Monongalia Arts Center (MAC), and Arts Monongahela, is free and open to the public. Stroll through over fifty downtown businesses and see artwork from local artists from 6–9 pm. Enjoy music at numerous locations and a variety of unique dining choices October 3 | Fall Children’s Festival This wildly popular event is returning for its seventh year. Bring the family and enjoy fairy house building, pumpkin painting, a variety of crafts, special guests, and delicious seasonal refreshments. Noon–3 pm. West Virginia Botanic Garden. For more information, contact erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704 October 3 | Morgantown Color Me Rad 5k Run 3.1 miles through eight color stations where our volunteers will cover you from head to toe in pink, yellow, green, blue, and violet. Once registration opens BE SURE TO USE the promo code “familyhouse” (all one word and lowercase) to SAVE on registration and support a great cause. 8 am–3 pm. 27
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colormerad.com. To volunteer, contact Pam Shriver at 304-598-6094 (opt 5) or shriverpa@wvuhealthcare.com October 4 | Eugenia Zukerman Internationally renowned flutist, orchestral soloist, chamber musician and recitalist. Has performed as soloist with many of the world’s finest orchestras. Part of thirty-fourth season of Fairmont Chamber Music Society, Inc. St. Peter the Fisherman Church, Jackson Street, Fairmont. 7 pm. For tickets and more information, contact 304.290. 2826 or fairmontchambermusic.com October 5 | Home Free American a cappella group who won the fourth season of NBC’s The Sing-Off in 2013. Metropolitan Theatre, Morgantown. Tickets available through Ticketmaster. 8-10 pm October 9–10 | Christmas in October Unique shopping experience in an historic environment. Artisans and craftsman will demonstrate and feature their work in Pricketts Fort’s Visitor Center as well as the grounds surrounding the historic fort. A tour of the fort will be offered with costumed interpreters throughout the weekend. Regular admission applies for tours of the historic fort and Job Prickett House. Oct 9, 10 am through Oct 10, 4 pm October 17–18 | Watercolor Weekend Workshop: “Capturing the Light” Lynn Ferris, AWS, NWS, will host a watercolor workshop at Monongalia Arts Center. Good use of light and shadow can change a painting from ordinary to extraordinary. Using a limited palette of mainly transparent paint, students will learn to design with light, recognize light sources and the shadows they create, add drama and luminosity. Lynn provides handouts, reference materials, and lots of personal attention. Suitable for all levels but some experience with watercolor preferred. Admission: $150 for MACmembers, $175 non-members. 9:30 am–4 pm. To register, contact Monongalia Arts Center at 304.292.3325 or info@monartscenter.com. October 23–25 | Native American Weekend Interactive history lesson which will include displays, demonstrations, and hands–on ac28
tivities for the kids. Pricketts Fort State Park. Regular admission applies. 10 am–4 pm October 23–25 | Photography Class Photography class taught by Dan Friend and Bob Beverly. The course will include activities such as observing a dark room, shooting pictures on-site at Coopers Rock, and a lesson in Photoshop. Registration is $200 for MACmembers and $225 for non-members. To register or request additional information, contact Monongalia Arts Center at 304.292.3325 or info@monartscenter.com October 24 | Night Glow/Fright Glow Night Glow is a 5k race sponsored by Main Street Fairmont; at dusk, runners start at Palatine Park, travel to the top of the connector, and return. 3 pm—Tailgate Trick or Treat features businesses and other organizations hosting tents and treating visitors. 3:30 pm—Fairmont State University Academy for the Arts performs. The academy supports all the municipalities and many of the non-profits in the county, and serves as a training resource for local talent. 5 pm—The Mortuary Men gives a traditional Halloween rock and roll show complete with costumes and stage props. Free admission. Palatine Park, Fairmont October 25 | State Trees and Fun Facts Walk Enjoy and learn about autumnal changes on a walk focusing on the lore of official state trees. Trees of twenty-one states may be found at the Botanic Garden. Jon Weems, former WVU arboretum specialist, will lead a leisurely walk. 2 pm. West Virginia Botanic Garden. For more information, contact erin@ wvbg.org or 304.216.8704 October 26 | Zombie Run A zombie-infested 5K adventure race. There has been a viral outbreak. Heston Farm is one of the few safe zones left in West Virginia. A vaccine has been found and your job is to get to zone 5 before your life lines are taken by the zombies. Early bird pricing of $35 before Oct 15. Register as a runner or a zombie at dawnoftherace.com