May/June 2016
A Guide to Clarksburg, Fairmont, Morgantown, and the Surrounding Area
In This Issue Blue & Gray Reunion Cecil Jarvis 10K, 2-Mile, and Kids K Craft Beer Becoming Tourism Industry in NCWV The Fearless Fools
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2 From the Publisher
Features
6 Blue & Gray Reunion Celebrated June 2-5 Twenty-seventh annual event rooted in Civil War history
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13 Old-Time Music at PattyFest 2016 Fifteenth year of honoring Patty Looman 14 Cecil Jarvis 10K, 2-Mile, and Kids K is June 18 Twentieth annual Clarksburg race offers something for everyone!
Three Cities is published by DKWV Publications PO Box 824 Clarksburg, WV 26302 Publisher Donna Kirk 304.680.2238 dkwvpublications@frontier.com ©2016 DKWV Publications Layout and design Steven Joswick Submissions for Calendar of Events welcome
18 Craft Beer Becoming Tourism Industry in NCWV Local festivals and a new program at WVU are signs of craft beer’s continuing popularity 20 The Fearless Fools Laughter beyond the stage 21 Wheeling Symphony String Ensemble Performs May 24 Full orchestra also returns to Clarksburg Ampitheater July 2
22 Allegheny Chamber Players to Perform at MAC June 4 23 Clarksburg’s 2016 Summer Jazz Stroll is June 10 24 Aaaahhhh! Relax at LKHA. Or GROOM! LKHA honored twice in Elle Magazine’s Top 100 Salons in America 27 Calendar of Events
Advertiser Directory
3 Dining & Entertainment Dining, nightlife and entertainment for all ages 8 See & Do Points of interest and activities 8 Accommodations Hotels, bed & breakfasts and more 12 Shopping Unique local shops and galleries 22 Services Professional services to meet all your needs 1
From the Publisher
From the Publisher Welcome to the May/June issue of Three Cities! Enjoy this season of many annual festivals celebrating our unique culture̶—the Scottish and Greek Festivals in Clarksburg, the Cheat River and River City Festivals in Preston County, the Strawberry Festival in Buckhannon, the Three Rivers Festival in Fairmont, and the Mountain Heritage Wine Festival at Stonewall Jackson Resort—find out about them and other various events in the Calendar of Events toward the back of the publication. This issue covers the Twentieth Cecil Jarvis 10k Race, and the exciting new aspects of the race coordinated by its many supporters including Healthy Harrison and WVU. Check out information about the Blue & Gray Reunion in Philippi and read about how craft beer is becoming a tourism industry in NCWV. Read about how The Fearless Fools can make your upcoming event special! Check out information about PattyFest, taking place in Fairmont, and the Summer Jazz Stroll, scheduled for Clarksburg. Whatever you do during these spring months, enjoy the beautiful landscapes this unpredictable weather might bring us this year! 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 2
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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 colasessanospizza.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 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 (continued pg. 8)
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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
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Feature / Blue & Gray Reunion
Blue & Gray Reunion Celebrated June 2-5 Twenty-seventh annual event rooted in Civil War history By Karen Larry
A pistol shot rings out over the valley. Union soldiers led by Col. Ebenezer Dumont enter the village through the covered bridge. Surprised Confederate troops break and begin running south. With that, the first organized land action of the Civil War has taken place! And 155 years later, Philippi, WV continues to commemorate this event that gives the small North Central WV town its unique place in US and WV history.
activities for everyone in the family. The threads of history provide North and South reenactments of skirmishes, visits to North and South camps, tours of the Barbour County Historical Museum with its famous Philippi mummies, a Civil War Ball, a Ladies’ Tea, and the culminating reenactment of the First Land Battle of the Civil War.
Visitors to the Courthouse Square will find the Crafters’ Park, teeming with traditional and contemporary crafters from throughout The Reunion weekend, a commemoration the state and region, as well as the Food of the First Land Battle of the Civil War, Vendors’ Park, featuring a variety of mouthcomprises three and a half days filled with watering foods. An Information Tent on the
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Feature / Blue & Gray Reunion
Courthouse Square will be open throughout the weekend with printed schedules and Civil War related souvenirs.
Tea at Adaland Mansion, the annual Blue & Gray Community Choir Concert at 3 pm at the Philippi Baptist Church, and a pie contest. On Friday, Kid’s Day will have 25-30 learning Visitors can enjoy music from local talent stations set up for visiting school children. throughout the day at the Gazebo, dance at A large parade will snake through town the Civil War Ball on Main Street, and end the night’s festivities with a free concert by Friday evening. the Davisson Brothers at 9 pm at the Gazebo. On Saturday, a host of special events are scheduled. At 10:30 am, guests will be treated For information about any of the weekend’s to a visit from Stonewall Jackson in the third activities, or registrations for reeneactors, floor courtroom of the 1903-built Barbour Kid’s Day, Crafter/Vendor Park, or Chili County Courthouse. Hungry guests can also Cookoff, contact Reunion Chairperson Ed visit the Chili Cookoff booths on Main Street Larry at 304.457.3773 or frank.larry45@ gmail.com or Reunion Vice Chairperson to sample an assortment of recipes. Kenny Carder at 304.613.7261 or kcarder@ Additional Saturday events include a 5k race, gmail.com and be sure to like Blue & Gray Courthouse tours, the annual Blue & Gray Reunion on Facebook.
CIVIL WAR REENACTORS ENJOY THEIR TIME AT THE BLUE & GRAY LADIES’ TEA
PHILIPPI, WV
SITE OF FIRST LAND BATTLE OF THE CIVIL WAR Civil War Ball Ladies’ Tea Food vendors & crafters
JUNE 2-5, 2016
Parade Community Chorus Kids’ Day Entertainment
Talent Show Youth activities Pie Contest 5k Race
Contact Ed Larry at frank.larry45@gmail.com or call 304.457.3773. Find Blue & Gray Reunion on Facebook 7
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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 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, pickme-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
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!
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. 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. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10 am–4 pm; Tues, Thur 1–4 pm.
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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.
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
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!
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.
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 8
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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 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 12
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Collecting and preserving the history of Morgantown and the surrounding area 175 Kirk Street Morgantown, WV
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am – 4pm Tues, Thur 1 – 4pm
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Feature / PattyFest 2016
Old-Time Music at PattyFest 2016 Fifteenth year of honoring Patty Looman PattyFest 2016, an old-time music festival in its fifteenth year, will be held on Saturday, June 4. Join the fun at East Fairmont High School in Fairmont from 9 am to 9:30 pm!
and its joys, Patty has influenced many students within and outside West Virginia. She is a winner of the 2007 Vandalia Award, WV’s highest folklife honor.
Few people have contributed as much to old-time music as Patty Looman, who was born in Mannington, WV, and spent most of her young life there. She grew up hearing the music of Russell Fluharty, who became known as the “Dulcimer Man,” and was influenced by Worley Gardner, another dulcimer player. The dulcimer became the important musical instrument in Patty’s life. Through her mentoring, playing, teaching, and by setting an example of the spirit of the music
The music festival was started to honor her, and now, her memory. There will be many music workshops, jam sessions, an open stage, and a full menu of traditional West Virginia foods all day. There is no admission charge and all activities are free. Information: 304.641.2376, PattyFestInc@ gmail.com, and PattyFest.org.
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Feature / Cecil Jarvis 10K, 2-Mile, and Kids K is June 18
Cecil Jarvis 10K, 2-Mile, and Kids K is June 18 Twentieth annual Clarksburg race offers something for everyone! It’s that time again! The intent of the Clarksburg 10K remains true to its inception in the fall of 1996, for the purpose of encouraging maximum participation in a fun, innovative, and civic-minded physical activity promoting good health and overall wellness to the citizens and friends of North Central West Virginia. It was designed to give businesses, groups, government, families, and individual citizens the occasion to enhance their corporate and collaborative interest in an improved lifestyle.
mission to improve the health and wellness of Harrison County residents. The coalition includes representatives from health organizations (county, state, and federal), civic organizations, civic leaders, concerned citizens, and West Virginia University.
What’s new this year?
The new coalition is targeting the Cecil Jarvis race as its first event, targeting increased participation. A Community Health Fair will be set up along the south side of Main Street between Sixth and Chestnut Streets. Area health care providers, local farmers markets, health related agencies, children and youth focused areas, free healthy food samples, and healthy recipes along with other interesting offerings and free items will be set up from 7 to 10:30 am. Come out and learn ways to improve your health and nutrition while exploring area resources—all while having some fun and meeting your friends and neighbors.
The event is being supported by a newly formed coalition, Healthy Harrison. Its sole
Race organizers are also collaborating with Healthy Harrison members to increase
The race is focused on heart health. Race organizers have teamed with The American Heart Association and the United Hospital Center. Portions of all race entries will be donated to help local citizens receive needed heart screenings. In addition, over $10,000 is available for contestant prizes.
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Feature / Cecil Jarvis 10K, 2-Mile, and Kids K is June 18
community participation in all facets age 47, with his first race being the Greater of the race, with a focus on increasing Clarksburg 10k. participation in the 2-Mile Run/Walk and the The Race Director, Carl Hatfield, is a former Kids K. Incentives for group participation National Marathon Champion and a 1995 in the Healthy Harrison Challenge will inductee into the West Virginia University be supported by West Virginia University Sports Hall of Fame. He was the winner at the Silver (50 participants), Gold (150 of the first Pittsburgh Great Race; a twoparticipants), and Grand Prize (group with time winner of Cherry Blossom Race in highest number of participants) levels. Get Washington, D.C.; winner of the Youngstown your organization involved—it’s a great Peace Race; qualifier for Olympic Trial; forum for healthy community spirit and and has won over 500 other road races individual health. To be eligible to receive throughout the country. incentive awards, organizations must preFor more detailed information about race register groups by June 1. logistics and corporate sponsors, or to regRace organizers are hosting a running clinic ister online, visitgreaterclarksburg10k.org on June 13 from 5:30-7:30 pm, featuring renowned running author and founder of the “Galloway Run Walk Run Method,” Jeff Schedule of Events Galloway. No registration is necessary. There 7:00 am—Community Health Fair is a $10 admission fee for adults. Harrison information available along Main Street County students who wear their school 7:30 am—10K Race Registration at shirts will be admitted for free. Also new this year, there is a relay option for those who are interested in running a 5K split. Partners will each run one lap (5K) of the course; the cost is $30 for both participants if they pre-register. Finally, as a special treat, the WVU Mountaineer will greet participants during the race this year. Come and meet the Mountaineer on race day! Special honorees The race will again honor race namesake Cecil Jarvis (1948-2007) during the 10k. Cecil completed over 30 marathons and four iron man competitions (running 26 miles, swimming two miles, and biking 112 miles). He began his running career in Clarksburg at
Clarksburg Fire Station
8:00 am—10K Race (see diagram for course information) 10:00 am—2 Mile Run/Walk (see diagram for course information) 10:30 am—KidsK (for children up to age twelve; registration at corner of Sixth and Main Streets) How to Register Registration fees follow. Preregister online by visitinggreaterclarksburg10k.org or make checks payable to Greater Clarksburg 10K and send to 113 Platinum Drive, Bridgeport, WV 25330. Please note that in order to be eligible for the Healthy Harrison Challenge, groups must pre-register all together prior to June 1. 10k–prior to June 15–$25; after June 15–$30 10K Team Rate–prior to June 15–10 runners for $150, paid together 5K Split–$15 per runner; after June 15–$20 per runner 2 Mile Run–$15; after June 15–$30 2 Mile Walk–$15; after June 15–$20 2 Mile and 10k–$35; after June 15–$40 KidsK–$7 15
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
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Feature / Craft Beer Becoming Tourism Industry in NCWV
Joshua Clarke, Head of Production at Pinchgut Hollow Distillery and Heston Farm Winery, enjoys brewing beer. In response to those who querie him about why he continues to brew, he recently shared this quote from Jeff Alworth, author and homebrewer, from “Why We Homebrew,” All About Beer Magazine, July 10, 2015: “One of the things that makes humans a special kind of animal is our need to create. Something inside us propels us to paint, cook, write, invent, redecorate—and brew. We don’t do these things because we need new still lifes or peach pies, but because the process of creation is innate in our being. It doesn’t matter if someone else has already made the perfect saison. The goal is not the saison; it’s brewing the saison. That’s why we homebrew.” Local events Craft beers continue to gain popularity far and wide. Microbreweries are popping up and being frequented nationwide, and NCWV is no exception. At least two local festivals are planned to celebrate craft beers in early summer 2016.
Craft Beer Becoming Tourism Industry in NCWV Local festivals and a new program at WVU are signs of craft beer’s continuing popularity
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On May 7, join the Fairmont Homebrewers Club (FHBC) as they celebrate National Big Brew Day. Founded by the American Homebrewers Association, Big Brew commemorates National Homebrew Day on the first Saturday in May. This year marks the twentieth annual event. FHBC National Big Brew Day takes place at Heston Farm’s production building. Bring your brew setup and brew along with the rest of the nation, or just come enjoy the show featuring local WV craft brewers and live music by The Skinnys! WV craft beers and food will be available for purchase at the event, scheduled for 9 am through 6 pm. A nationwide, simultaneous toast occurs at noon Saturday, and all homebrew and craft beer lovers are encouraged to participate. You don’t have to be a homebrewer to participate. It’s a great place to learn more about the beer-making art. Then on June 25, check out Sound Waves and IPAs at Bridgeport City Park. A fundraiser for the Bridgeport Arts Council, the festival will feature live music, food from local
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restaurants, and specialty craft beer from West Virginia breweries and craft brewers from across the country and around the world. Musicians include Russ Reppert, The Grey Agents, and The Greg Harrison Band at the VIP tent; and Karen Greene and friends, and Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds on the main stage. For more information, visit bridgeportartscouncil.com. And don’t forget, later this summer, the second annual BrewSkies Festival is scheduled at Timberline Four Season Resort, August 19-20. In addition to beer and food vendors and a hefty lineup of music, this year offers a homebrew competition. For more information, visit brewskiesfestival.com. West Virginia University (WVU) Craft Beer Certificate Program
recipe formulation; pairing food and beer; and designing a draft system. Brewing demos and a brewery tour are highlights of the first two courses. Students keep a beer journal to record their sensory evaluations of two beer samples every week, then share their findings with classmates. Course 3, Going Professional, is a guide to business options should one want to open a brewery. It covers components of a brewery; considerations for designing a brewery; Federal and State requirements; quality control, and brewery safety and documentation; business plans; and financial projections and raising capital. Capodieci, who recently became the third Certified Cicerone in West Virginia and a Provisional BJCP judge who anticipates becoming a Certified BJCP judge within
WVU sees the movement as an opportunity to promote West Virginia’s tourism industry. Whether you want to enhance your knowledge of the craft beer industry, are thinking about getting into the business, or just appreciate fine craft beer, you might want to check out WVU’s Craft Beer Certificate Program, part of WVU’s Continuing and Professional Education curriculum. Bryce Capodieci, President of Morgantown’s homebrewing club and a homebrewer for 17 years, and Brett Clark, a homebrewing enthusiast for 14 years, are the instructors. “Aside from the few beer tastings and brewery tours, most of these classes are about learning how to brew, learning about the processes/techniques, and gain-ing textbook knowledge of the craft beer industry,” stated Capodieci. “Feedback from the inaugural course has been very positive and will help shape future courses.”
Members of Morgantown Area Society of Homebrewers (MASH) participate in American Homebrewers Association’s annual Big Brew event, an event where homebrewers across the nation all brew the same recipes on the same day!
weeks, stated “This summer, we will offer a seminar/workshop on gourmet food and craft beer pairing. Not only will we show you what beers go well with each meal and explain why they work, but also show you examples of what beers don’t work!” This The program includes three courses with six seminar/workshop will take place in early ninety-minute classes each. Course 1, Intro August. The Craft Beer Certificate Program to Craft Beer, focuses on beer styles and will begin September 13. Check out WVU’s history; brewing ingredients and process; Continuing Education website, continuinged. brewing methods and mashing techniques; wvu.edu, for more information on the and serving beer. The second course, certificate course and the food and craft beer Advanced Craft Beer Appreciation, covers pairing seminar. BJCP sensory evaluation; off-flavor analysis; 19
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The Fearless Fools Laughter beyond the stage Recently, North Central West Virginia has seen a boom in comedy entertainment opportunities. Stand-up shows and open mics are popping up along the I-79 corridor, and in early April, Bridgeport hosted the second annual West Virginia Comedy Festival. Much of the success or revival of the comedy scene in the area can be attributed to the tireless, hilarious work of The Fearless Fools. Founded on April 1, 2013 by Clarksburg native and Second City-trained Steve Goff for the Vintage Theatre Company, the Fools have spent the last three years traveling around the state making people laugh. “Steve actually started with VTC in our Academy program, teaching adult improv classes,” said Jason A. Young, Vintage Theatre Company Founding Producer and Artistic Director and member of The Fearless Fools. “I don’t think either of us ever imagined what The Fools would become when we first started discussing the idea.” The Fearless Fools continue to contribute to the goal of Vintage Theatre Company—to highlight West Virginia artists and provide professional quality entertainment to the Mountain State. 20
Specializing in a unique blend of shortform and long-form improv comedy from the beginning, The Fools have recently began fusing their shows with stand-up and original sketch comedy. Troupe members Christian Cox and Steve McElroy hail from Fairmont, Liz Rossi and Matt Tolliver are from Morgantown, Lauren Swann is of Grafton, Craig Snider lives in Clarksburg, and Jason A. Young calls Bridgeport home. “The Fools are all very proud West Virginians,” said Young. “And I am very proud of the art they are making for West Virginia.”
“All we need to do a show is a space for us to perform and a space for an audience to enjoy.” Based out of the Uptown Event Center in Downtown Clarksburg, the Fools have performed in surrounding areas including Bridgeport, Shinnston, Fairmont, Morgantown, and Grafton and as well as
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Stonewall Resort, Jackson’s Mill, and Charleston. They are headed to Berkley Springs later this year. “One of the great things about our art form is how mobile we can be,” said Young. “All we need to do a show is a space for us to perform and a space for an audience to enjoy.” In addition to public performances, The Fools are available to entertain for private events, corporate trainings, and holiday parties. The troupe has also worked as workshop presenters and trainers, focusing on the team building and communication skills of the art form, as well as producing special events like Fools Game Night and Improv Olympics. “We are presenting at the upcoming West Virginia Community Development Conference at the end of April,” said Young. “The skills learned through improv comedy are really universal to the world of business, management, and development.” For more information, visit their Facebook page and the Vintage Theatre Company’s website, www.vintagetheatrewv.com. To book The Fearless Fools, contact Jason A. Young, 855.VTC.8588 or vintagetheatreco@gmail.com.
Wheeling Symphony String Ensemble Performs May 24 Full orchestra also returns to Clarksburg Ampitheater July 2 Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) String Quintet will present a free concert at Bridgeport High School Auditorium on May 24 at 7 pm. This event, sponsored by the Clarksburg-Harrison Cultural Foundation’s IVORY EVENING project, also provides an opportunity for all Harrison County School strings students to interact with these exceptional professional musicians. Last July, the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) was excited to return to Harrison County for their Celebrate America tour. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate. After several attempts to wait out the storm, the concert was cancelled. As a token of appreciation, WSO Executive Director Bruce Wheeler promised to have ensemble groups perform in anticipation of the full orchestra returning on July 2. “The Clarksburg-Harrison Cultural Foundation went above and beyond to get the Wheeling
Symphony back to the area last year. Having another year pass by without the opportunity to perform in Harrison County just didn’t seem right” Wheeler said. To make good on the promised performances, the WSO Brass Ensemble performed a concert of thanks in March. “Having the Wheeling Symphony Brass Ensemble last March in two concerts was a wonderful experience and a real treat for both students and the general public,” said Dolores Yoke, Cultural Foundation Board Member. Phil Wyatt, President of the Cultural Foundation, invites everyone to share both this concert and the return of the full Wheeling Symphony Orchestra concert on July 2. Dolores Yoke says, “Barbara B. Highland believed in the joy of shared musical experiences. Her generous bequest to our community brings us these opportunities.” 21
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Group director and professor emeritus of music history at the West Virginia University School of Music Christopher Wilkinson explains, “Before the advent of recordings and radio, dedicated amateurs played their chamber music and that of numerous other composers for family and friends in many homes both in Europe and America. In some notable instances distinguished professional performers joined forces with them to do so. The ACP is determined to continue that tradition.”
Allegheny Chamber Players to Perform at MAC June 4 The Allegheny Chamber Players is a group of musicians dedicated to the performance of chamber music composed originally for amateur performers by many notable composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johannes Brahms.
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The concert includes Sara Beattie on cello, Natalie Buckley on piano, Jeanne Frieben on clarinet, Anne Hamilton on viola, Matthew Held on bassoon, John Morrison on piano and violin, Alyssa Schwartz on flute, and group director Christopher Wilkinson on clarinet. Many of the musicians in this ensemble received at least part of their professional educations at the West Virginia University School of Music and are currently pursuing careers in the field both as members of regional orchestras and as teachers. Each of the amateur players is studying her/his instrument and its associated chamber repertory with a professional musician in the School of Music at WVU. Join us for Monongalia Arts Center’s (MAC’s) one-night evening performance at 4 pm in the Tanner Theatre. Admission to the performance is $10. Tickets are available at the MAC Lobby Desk, 304.292.3325, and monartscenter.com/shop.
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to get around to all the venues,” said Eric Spelsberg, West Virginia Jazz Society (WVJS) President. “We think moving away from the previous one-hour sets for all stroll shows will make for a nicer evening.” “Who’s the saxiest cat in the band? “ The “saxiest cat” reference is thematic for the stroll as each featured ensemble has a saxophone player leading the band–from a Latin jazz specialist to a master of classic jazz to a purveyor of the funkier side of the jazz idiom. Venues and featured artists are: At Kelly’s Irish Pub, the Latin Jazz Messengers from Richmond, Virginia, will feature saxophonist and percussionist, Alfredo Santiago . Main Street Café will host New York City’s Sean Nowell and The Kung Fu Masters.
Sean Nowell may be the “saxiest cat in the band.” Find out June 10 at the Jazz Stroll.
Clarksburg’s 2016 Summer Jazz Stroll is June 10 Submitted by West Virginia Jazz Society
Have you been to one of the Uptown Clarksburg Jazz Strolls yet? If not, you are missing a unique opportunity to experience numerous musicians playing live in various venues simultaneously, and stroll through the streets in a festive, fun atmosphere on your journey to find the next venue. This is the sixth stroll-style event staged in the past three years in Clarksburg. This summer’s schedule calls for each of six venues to present 75-minute sets at 6:30 and 8:15 pm, followed by a 60-minute encore at 10 pm. The evening’s entertainment will conclude with a special late night jam session at 11:30 pm in Washington Square. “We received lots of feedback from folks who wanted us to extend the sets from 60 to 75 minutes or more so they were less rushed
Starving Artist Studio will present Cumberland, Maryland’s Anita Thomas with the Jenny Wilson Trio. In the Fifth Floor Lounge, patrons will enjoy Chris Clark with The Himes Connection featuring vocalist, Danielle Conard, an ensemble from Charleston 4th Street Restaurant and Nightclub will feature Pittsburgh’s Curtis Johnson Quartet with vocalist, Yana Tyulkova Washington Square will host Elkins music entrepreneur, saxophonist, percussionist, and vocalist, Rob Masten leading the Appalachian Jazz Project for three sets before guitarist, Bo McMillion, hosts a late night jam session open to all stroll musicians The Jazz Strolls are organized by the WVJS, with major sponsorship from the Clarksburg Harrison Cultural Foundation’s Barbara Highland Fund, and other area patrons of the arts. Additional support comes from Clarksburg Uptown, Inc., the Clarksburg Exponent-Telegram, and the Greater Clarksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau. Each venue sets its own seating policies and dining options. For more information, email to: Stroll@WVJazzSociety.com, visit wvjazzsociety.com , or phone 304.269.3683.
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Aaaahhhh! Relax at LKHA. Or GROOM! LKHA honored twice in Elle Magazine’s Top 100 Salons in America Need a lift? Whether you need a new hair style or just a soothing couple of hours of relaxation, come visit us! Lauran Kirk Hair Artistry (LKHA) is in its fourteenth year of providing professional salon services. Lauran opened LKHA salon in 2002 with one goal in mind: to create a salon culture that not only delivers outstanding style and service, but creates an environment for incredibly talented individuals to grow and share their passion for hair through education.
But wait. For guys, there’s a brother establishment, GROOM. GROOM was established in March 2012 to give men an alternative to the barbershop and womens salon. The only salon of its kind in Morgantown, GROOM stylists provide recommendations for the in-salon style experience and at-home follow-up care.
LKHA and GROOM are proud to be a part of the John Paul Mitchell Systems and their giving spirit. Their commitment to philanthropy and preservation is inspiring. LKHA and GROOM donate to numerous local Originally located in Bridgeport, Kirk relocated to Morgantown in July 2006. Many of charities, schools, and organizations. Recent her devoted clientele followed her there. They activities include donations to Hearts for love the professional and friendly stylists, Hospice, Homeward Bound WV, and Making the relaxing atmosphere and scalp and neck Strides for Breast Cancer. massages, and the overall positive experience. The next time your hair needs some attention, kick back and enjoy a visit to LKHA. Or GROOM!
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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 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
Calendar of Events May 1 | Wetland/Amphibian Walk Learn about frogs, toads, and other amphibians found in a variety of wetland habitats. Be prepared to get your shoes muddy. All ages. Meet at the information kiosk next to the lower parking area. 2 pm. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, lower parking lot, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg.org, wvbg.org May 1, 5, 6, 8 | Walter Cronkite is Dead Two-time WV Theatre Association Outstanding Play Winner David Beach will direct this comedy, starring Chris Adduchio and Cindy Ulrich. There will be evening performances at 8 pm on May 5 and 6, and matinee at 2 pm on May 1 and 8. Ticket prices are $10 and can be purchased on the phone at 304.292.3325, the MAC lobby desk or at monartscenter. com/shop
May 3 (*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 availability. Monongalia Arts Center, High Street, Morgantown. monartscenter.com, 304.292.3325 May 4 (*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 evenings from 6:30–8:30 pm at Monongalia Arts Center. All new singers must audition, and questions and interest in auditioning may be directed to MACglee Music Director Ken Godwin at 304.599.2431 27
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May 5 | Blue Man Group Blue Man Group is comedy, theater, rock concert, and dance party all rolled into one. It’s an outrageous evening of entertainment you’ll never forget. Don’t miss the show that has captivated 35 million people worldwide. WVU Creative Arts Center. 7:30 pm May 6–8 | 15th Annual Scottish Festival & Celtic Gathering This celebration features an Internationally famous Celtic athletic competition as well as a bagpipe and a highland dance competition. Friday night has a Ceilidh, a party with music, food and conversation; main festival is all day Saturday at Bridgeport City Park; Saturday evening features a concert with our professional entertainers at the Bridgeport High School; Sunday, there is a Kirkin of the Tartans, a short parade in downtown Clarksburg followed by a church service at the First Presbyterian Church. scots-westvirginia. com. Bridgeport City Park, Johnson Avenue, Bridgeport May 6 | Opening Reception: Sharon Stackpole and Jennifer Ellifritz Exhibition Visual art exhibition at the Benedum Gallery, May 6–28; Opening Public Reception 6 pm–8 pm. Monongalia Arts Center, High Street, Morgantown. monartscenter.com, 304.292.3325
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May 7 | MACglee Spring Concert: Americana Avery Methodist Church on Tyrone Rd at 7:30 pm. MAC choral ensemble annual concert. $5 Donations are welcome May 7 | Bird Walk Come to Pricketts Fort State Park to celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Staff of the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources will lead the public on this annual rite of passage. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. Free and open to the public. Call for start time. 304.363.3030 May 7 | Cheat River Festival Music, art, vendors, 5K & Down River Race, kids’ activities, camping, and more! “Cheat Fest” is Friends of Cheat’s main annual fundraiser which helps us advance our watershed projects and supports the organization’s administrative costs. From 11:30 am till 11:30 pm, the festival grounds in Albright, West Virginia will once again transform into a haven for boaters, music lovers, and families. cheat. org/events/cheat-river-festival/ May 7 | Friends Garden Party Create your own miniature garden and support patient care and comfort at WVU Medicine at the same time. Join us for demonstrations, displays and more! $50 for
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adults and $10 for children ten and under when purchased with an adult ticket. Ticket purchase includes refreshments, container, soil, 2 plants and one figurine. Silent auction and raffle items will also be available. Children’s ticket includes refreshments only. Purchase tickets at Friends Gift Shop or by contacting Pam Shriver at 304.598.6094 opt. 5 or shriverpa@wvumedicine.org. 1 pm. Atria’s, Morgantown Holiday Inn May 10, June 14 | MACscriptwriters Monongalia Arts Center hosts a meeting of the MACscriptwriters on the second Tuesday of every month from 6–7 pm. MACscriptwriters offers a supportive, positive, and encouraging environment with a focus on helping scriptwriters—both new and experienced— to bring their new works to completion. For more information about MACscriptwriters, or to get on the group email list, email group facilitator and Morgantown author Theodore Webb at twebb4502@gmail.com. May 13–June 10 (*Fridays) | Morning Yoga in the Garden Connect with nature, rejuvenate energy, and experience relaxation through yoga. All skill levels are welcome. Bring a yoga mat, water, and small hand towel. $12/class for WVBG members; $15 for non-members. Sign up for all five classes and save! $50/session for WVBG members; $65 for non-members. 10 am. Register online for entire session at www. wvbg.org. Pay on-site for single class. Meet at the Welcome Center. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@ wvbg.org, wvbg.org May 14 | Morgantown Migratory Bird Day Come celebrate migratory birds at this fun, family-friendly event at Cooper’s Rock State Forest! The day begins with a guided bird walk on the Raven Rock Trail at 7:30 am, then continues afterward until about 2 pm in the pavilion near the overlook with bird-friendly coffee, crafts for kids, and two live raptor presentations! Contact Katie Fallon, katie@ accawv.org, 304.906.5438 May 14 | Heirloom Plant Sale Program provided by the Marion County Master Gardeners. All proceeds go to maintaining
the gardens at Prickett’s Fort State Park. Pricketts Fort State Park Visitor Center. Free to the public. 10 am–4 pm May 14–22 | West Virginia Strawberry Festival Traditional celebration to honor the strawberry harvest. Educational and cultural events for everyone. Take a stroll through the arts and craft exhibits, quilt show, or the photography show. Enjoy the variety of Main Street and Courthouse entertainment or stop by the band competition, car show, strawberry auction, or your favorite sporting event. You won’t want to miss the huge block parties of entertainment on Main Street on Friday and Saturday nights. Buckhannon, WV. Visit wvstrawberryfestival.com or contact 304.472.9036 May 14 | Blue and Gold Mine Sale Students and community members donate good, usable items to sell to the public at large. Visit the sale for great bargains on wonderful treasures! All proceeds are donated to the local United Way as part of WVU’s annual campaign. The sale will be held in the Mylan Park Ruby Community Center. General admission is free and begins at 8:30 am. The early bird special begins at 7 am for only a $5.00 admission fee. bluegoldmine.wvu.edu May 14 | Pruning Workshop Learn the proper way to prune a variety of shrubs and trees from an expert! Landscape architect George Longenecker will present information on a variety of equipment and its proper use, followed by a hands-on workshop at a Morgantown residence. More information and directions will be provided to registrants prior to the workshop. 9 am–noon. $10 for WVBG members; $15 for non-members. Register at least one week in advance at www.wvbg.org. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg.org, wvbg.org May 17, June 21 (*every third Tuesday of each month) | Artist Networking Event Artists of all disciplines are invited to attend Monongalia Arts Center’s (MAC’s) Artist Networking Event (ANE), held on the third Tuesday of each month from 5:30–7 pm. 29
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Purpose is to provide artists in Monongalia County and the surrounding region an opportunity to connect with fellow artists in a relaxed social setting. This event does not have an admission fee and is open to artists from all disciplines. May 19, June 16 (*every third Thursday of each month) | 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 (MAC), providing literary enthusiasts in north-central West Virginia 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. May 19, 21, 22, 29 | MAC Presents an Evening of One-Acts Over Before It Began: Directed by David Beach; Written by Travis Teffner Pillow Talk: Directed by David Beach; Written by Peter Tolan The show will take place at 8 pm on the 19 and 21, and 2 pm on the 22 and 29 at the Tanner Theatre and tickets will be available for $10 at the MAC Lobby Desk May 21 | WVBG Plant Sale Come to the WVBG to purchase plants for your garden while supporting ours! Wide selection of quality plants to choose from and experts to advise you about how to most effectively use them in your garden. Members will have first pick of plants, along with their 10 percent discount, from 10–11 am. 11 am–1 pm. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg.org, wvbg.org May 21 | 2nd Annual Ohiopyle Wine Arts and Music Festival Showcasing local vendors, artists, and musicians, and raising funds for the operation and maintenance of the borough of Ohiopyle, the community center, and the volunteer fire department. The music lineup includes Randy Meyers, Gas House Annie, Jeff King, and Ferncliff Collective. Spirit tasting and sales include Christian W. Clay Winery, B&L Wine 30
Cellars, Glades Pike Winery, KingView Mead, La Vigneta Winery, University Wine Company, Mazza Vineyards, Ridge Runner Distillery, and Rivertowne Brewery. $20 admission. 12 pm. Ohiopyle, PA May 26–28 | West Virginia Three Rivers Festival Three days of fun-filled activities for the whole family! Live entertainment, a carnival, parade, fantastic food and a gigantic fireworks display to finish it all off. Features a pepperoni roll bake-off and World Championship Pepperoni Roll Eating Contest, Kid’s Day, woodcarving, North American Strongman competition. At Palatine Park in Downtown Fairmont, held the Thursday, Friday, and Saturday before Memorial Day weekend. For updated information, visit wvthreeriversfestival.org May 27–30 | 9th Annual River City Festival Celebrate the arts in Rowlesburg, West Virginia over Memorial Day Weekend. The vibrant 9th River City Festival will take place at the Janet and Imre Szilagyi Center, Rowlesburg, WV. The festival is presented by Rowlesburg Revitalization Committee, Inc., River City Festival Committee, and Rowlesburg ON TRAC Community and is produced by seasoned and dedicated volunteers. For more information, visit rowlesburgguide.com. May 28 | Julia Pierpont Day Some historians believe Julia Pierpont’s Decoration Day, cleaning and decorating Union soldiers’ graves with flowers at Richmond’s Hollywood Cemetery following the Civil War, was the impetus for declaring Memorial Day in 1882. The Julia Pierpont Society and the Marion County Historical Society will host the 12th Annual Julia Pierpont Day Ceremonies to recognize the work of Julia Pierpont and to remember the soldiers who gave their lives in the Civil War. Breakfast, living history interpreters, and Civil War Era music. Veteran’s Square, Fairmont. Tickets are $11 per person at the door, or in advance by contacting Dora Grubb of the Marion County Historical Society, 304.367.5398. The event will conclude at Woodlawn Cemetery, where participants can honor Civil War soldiers. The Honor Guard of the VFW 7048 will render honors at the Veteran’s Monument.
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May 28 | Medicinal Plant Walk Learn about a few local plants and their medicinal properties, including a presentation on how you can turn these plants into medicine at home. Most appropriate for adults. 10 am. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, information kiosk near lower parking lot, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg.org, wvbg.org May 30 | Memorial Day–Wreath Laying Ceremony Join us for a solemn ceremony as we pay tribute to all of the service members who fought for independence and through 240 years of our nation’s history. Regular admission applies. Free to all service members. Prickett Cemetery, Pricketts Fort, Fairmont. Noon–12:30 pm. 304.363.3030 June 3 | Regional Senior Art Exhibition The 25th Monongalia Arts Center Senior Showcase will be held in the Benedum Gallery June 3–July 1. Sponsored by CLIC (The Community Living Initiatives Corporation), the exhibition will feature artwork created by regional artists age 50 and older. During an opening public reception on June 3, 6–8 pm, First, Second, and Third Place ribbons will be awarded. Exhibition visitors may cast their vote for a People’s Choice Award to be announced at the end of the exhibition. Individuals interested may pick up a prospectus at MAC and online at www.monartscenter. com. Entries are to be brought to Monongalia Arts Center, Monday, May 30, between 11 am and 7 pm. Two entries per Senior allowed. Questions should be directed to Ro Brooks at 304.292.3325 or info@monartscenter.com. June 3 | Harrison County Relay for Life The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is the world’s largest and most impactful fundraising event to end cancer. It unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action to finish the fight once and for all. Clarksburg City Park, Clarksburg. 6 pm June 3 | Monongalia County Relay for Life The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is the world’s largest and most impactful
fundraising event to end cancer. It unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action to finish the fight once and for all. Mylan Park, Morgantown. 7 pm–7 am June 4 | 16th Deckers Creek Trail Half Marathon All proceeds benefit the Mon River Trails Conservancy to help manage and maintain the Mon River and Deckers Creek Rail-Trails. A mostly downhill course, the Deckers Creek Trail has an elevation drop of approximately 800 feet over the span of the 13.1 mile distance. The half-marathon begins in Masontown, WV and finishes at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Riverfront Park in Morgantown. For more information or to register, visit montrails.org/events16dcthm.shtml June 4 | Beginner’s Guide to Plant Identification Participants will be introduced to the basics of plant identification and learn to identify several plant species with a focus on trees and shrubs. Most appropriate for adults and older children. 10 am. Meet at the information kiosk next to the lower parking area. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, lower parking lot, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg.org, wvbg.org June 4 | First Responders Festival Local fire departments, rescue squad, 911, local police forces and homeland security will be recognized and honored for exemplary performance. Trucks and equipment to demo for the community, along with live bands, food, and entertainment. Palatine Park, Fairmont June 5 | Introduction to Essential Oils Learn a brief history of essential oils, what they are, and an overview of different ways they can be used to reduce your toxic load, battle stress, and support cellular functions within the body. 10:30–11:30 am. Meet at the Welcome Center. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg. org, wvbg.org 31
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June 5 | Forest Understory Plants and their Associated Canopy Species A walk focusing on the identification of herbaceous plants and tree seedlings located in forest understories. We will also cover diversity and plant composition patterns found in particular forest types. Most appropriate for adults. 2 pm. Meet at the information kiosk next to the lower parking area. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, lower parking lot, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg.org, wvbg.org June 10 | Marion County Relay for Life The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is the world’s largest and most impactful fundraising event to end cancer. It unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action to finish the fight once and for all. Wave Tec Park, Fairmont. 6 pm–midnight June 11 | 8th Annual Mountain Heritage Wine Festival A celebration of West Virginia and the talents of those who live here. Artisan Market, Wine Garden, and Live Music. Stonewall Jackson Resort, Roanoke, WV. $10 fee for Wine Garden. 11 am–7 pm. Visit stonewallresort.com/ festival June 11 | 5th Annual Derek Hotsinpiller Fallen Stars 5K Participate in the 5th annual 5K race as a competitor, sponsor, or volunteer. All race proceeds benefit the Derek & Jim Hotsinpiller Scholarship Foundation. Wayne Jamison field, Bridgeport High School. 8:30 am. For more information or to register online, visit bridgeporttrack.com/DHFS5 June 12 | Essential Oils for Physical and Emotional Health Essential oils have a profound impact on supporting one’s physical and emotional health. Informational class, including easy tips for using botanical oils and guided meditation with aromatherapy. 10:30–11:30 am. Meet at the Welcome Center. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@wvbg.org, wvbg.org 32
June 12–13 | 14th Annual Greek Food Festival Greek food, music, dancing, cultural items, books, and souvenirs. St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, Summit Park of Clarksburg. For more information call 304.624.5331 or visit website, stspyridon.wv.goarch.org June 18 | Bluegrass Feast and Mon River Games Great bluegrass bands from all over WV, including the Jacob’s Ferry Stragglers, Spence’s Rye, The Bandwagon, and more. There will also be activities on the river for kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. Palatine Park, Fairmont June 20 | West Virginia Day On June 20, 1863, West Virginia became the 35th state to enter the Union. Come and celebrate West Virginia statehood. Half price admission. Pricketts Fort, Fairmont. 10 am–4 pm June 23 | Enhance Your Cooking with Fresh Herbs Spend an evening during the summer solstice with Chef Marion Ohlinger of Hill and Hollow Restaurant as he shares his tricks of the trade of incorporating fresh herbs into recipes. $35 for WVBG members; $40 non-members. Register at least one week in advance at www.wvbg.org. 6–8 pm. Meet at the Welcome Center. West Virginia Botanic Garden, 1061 Tyrone Road, lower parking lot, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone, 304.216.8704, erin@ wvbg.org, wvbg.org June 25 | RDVIC Father’s Day 5K Sixth year for the RDVIC Father’s Day Weekend 5K. Note this race is on Saturday instead of Sunday. All proceeds from the race will go toward the operating costs of RDVIC. The race will begin near the Hazel Ruby-McQuain Riverfront Park and will progress east along the Deckers Creek Trail and return. 10 am (race day registration at 8:45 am). $20 if received by June 10; $25 after June 11. Email Amanda at amanda.rdvic@gmail.com with questions