Three Cities – July/August 2014 by Three Cities

July / August 2014

A Guide to Clarksburg, Fairmont, Morgantown, and the Surrounding Area

Celebrate! Summer Festivals Nature into Art West Virginia Public Theatre Celebrates 30 Years 1

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27 Bridgeport Restaurant Week & Jazz Expo Join us July 21-25

27 MedExpress Kids’ Day Come downtown and celebrate! 28 Ellie Mannette Festival of Steel Celebrate the art of steel pan through performance and education 29 WVU Football 2014 Season Opener Tickets Available

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2 From the Publisher

Features

7 West Virginia Public Theatre Announces Its 2014 Summer Season Celebrating its 30th season

3 Dining & Entertainment Dining, nightlife and entertainment for all ages 8 See & Do Points of interest and activities 28

12 Ben Gazsi Nature into Art 22 Heston Farm Winery and Pinchgut Hollow Distillery Home of the Free-Range Mountaineer

Three Cities is published by DKWV Publications, PO Box 824, Clarksburg, WV 26302 Publisher Donna Kirk 304.680.2238 dkwvpublications@frontier.com ©2014 DKWV Publications Submissions for Calendar of Events welcome

14 Accommodations Hotels, bed & breakfasts and more 24 Shopping Unique local shops and galleries 26 Services Professional services to meet all your needs

24 Atomic Grill’s Response Raises Awareness Creates fundraising campaign 25 Batton Hollow Winery Now Open! West Virginia’s newest winery is now open in Harrison County 1

From the Publisher

From the Publisher Celebrate! North Central West Virginia is alive and buzzing with live music, fun-filled festivals, and new venues opening for all to enjoy. To name a few, July brings us the Johnny Johnson Blues and Jazz Festival and the Heston Arts and Music Festival in Fairmont, MountainFest in Morgantown, and the WV Blackberry Festival in Clarksburg. Don’t forget WV Public Theatre, with four performances scheduled in July. August brings Kids’ Day and the Riverfront Jazz Festival in Morgantown, the Bridgeport Restaurant and Jazz Expo, Jackson’s Mill Jubilee in Weston, and the Italian Heritage Festival in Clarksburg. Scheduled concert lineups include the Clarksburg Music in the Park Summer Concert Series, the Bridgeport Arts Council Summer Jams, Chestnut Ridge Mountain Music Series, Heston Farm Summer Music Series, and the FAME Summer Series at Palatine Park. Hear some live music—jazz, blues, bluegrass, country, you name it, and you can find it! And of course, there are a number of local and county fairs during July and August as well. Be sure to check out the Calendar of Events in this publication for more information. Happy summer! 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

Dining & Entertainment Bridgeport area 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 Steak House 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. Tues–Sat open at 5 pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays. 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 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, whis-

keys, 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 11–6 / Tues–Sat 11–9 / Sun 11–3. 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 Cox-Roosevelt Inn coxroosevelt.com / 1012 Dogtown Road, Reedsville, WV / 304.864.3405 Just outside the town that Eleanor Roosevelt built, we offer a memorable dining experience. Very exclusive. Good food graciously served in pleasant surroundings. Award-winning chef serving dinners on the veranda, or back porch, or in the dining room. Reservations only. 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 4–10. Peking House 1137 Van Voorhis Road, Morgantown / 304.598.3333 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.

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Feature / West Virginia Public Theatre

West Virginia Public Theatre Announces Its 2014 Summer Season Celebrating its 30th season West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) is excited to announce its 2014 Summer Season. WVPT is celebrating its thirtieth year of bringing Broadway’s best to Morgantown. The season opens July 9–13 with the off Broadway hit Dames at Sea, a show that both The New York Times and Newsweek have called “Best Musical of the Year.” Dames brings us the nostalgia of Hollywood musicals of the 1930s. Ruby, a small town girl, begins her aspiring stage career in the chorus. With the help of a sailor named Dick, her doomed Broadway show is saved with a smash tune. In the end, Dick helps Ruby become a star at last, as she performs on a battle ship. From July 16–20 WVPT is proud to present South Pacific. This Tony Award-winning musical, based on a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, is a Rogers and Hammerstein classic set on an island paradise during WWII. Nellie is a spunky nurse from Arkansas who falls in love with a mature French planter, Emile. When tragedy strikes the island, she realizes the value of true love and family. This show features hits like “There Is Nothing Like a Dame,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair,” and “Some Enchanted Evening.”

Running from July 23–27, Hank Williams: Lost Highway tells the story of the Alabamaborn musician and his journey from the Louisiana Hayride to the Grand Ole Opry. Rolling Stone stated “[Lost Highway] transports its audience and communicates the inspiring message of the beauty and richness of Williams’ songs—forceful, cleareyed, moving, [and] impressive.” Wrapping up the season is the five-time Tony award-winning musical, The Who’s Tommy, which will run from July 30–August 3. An adaptation of the 1969 rock opera by Pete Townsend, Tommy tells the tragic story of a boy struck at once blind, deaf, and dumb after witnessing a horrendous act at the age of four. Tommy endures the unthinkable as a child, but it isn’t until after he becomes a Pinball Wizard that he is able to be free of his catatonic state. For information on tickets, gift certificates, or season subscriptions, call 304-291-4117 or toll free 1-877-999-WVPT (9878) or go online to www.wvpublictheatre.org.

Advertiser Directory / See & Do

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

See & Do Bridgeport area Bridgeport Convention and Visitors Bureau greater-bridgeport.com / Bridgeport offers a little bit of something for everyone. From convenience and easy access to local flavor and off the beaten path. You’ll find something different around every corner.

Clarksburg area Clarksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau clarksburgvisitorswv.com / 208 Court Street, Clarksburg / 304.622.2157 Find out more about historic Clarksburg and what it has to offer! Batton Hollow Winery battonhollowwinery.com / 406 Woodstock Drive, Lost Creek / 304-745-5700 Newly opened, Batton Hollow Winery offers seven varieties of fine wine in Lost Creek. Picnicking and hiking available on the grounds. Come enjoy our wines in a relaxing, country environment. Fri–Sun 1–6. Other times by appointment.

To preserve the history of the region for the public by collecting and displaying local cultural artifacts. Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm 175 Kirk Street, Morgantown | (304) 319-1800

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 (continued pg. 14)

Lodging & Fine Dining Dogtown Road / Arthurdale, WV (304) 864 3405 www.coxroosevelt.com

Reservations only

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

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Feature / Ben Gazsi

The Red-Tailed Hawk, in progress and finished with the artist

Ben Gazsi Nature into Art Cooper’s Rock State Forest has always been a popular destination for locals as well as family and friends visiting from out of town. Beautiful trails, natural rock outcrops, and awesome views have always been popular attractions. And if you have visited the park recently, you likely have seen the unique eco-sculptures that greet visitors near the overlook area, The Giant Bear and The Cooper’s Rock Turtle. Morgantown is lucky to, at least for the present, be where award-winning ecosculptor Ben Gazsi calls home. Ben, whose family has Morgantown roots, recently graduated from WVU with a bachelors degree in fine art, and will soon be headed to upstate New York to work on his masters degree in fine arts at Alfred University. 12

A couple years ago, while studying at WVU, a requisite for one of Ben’s sculpture classes was that he complete a public project. He loves Cooper’s Rock, and asked if he could build his first sculpture, The Cooper’s Rock Sleeping Giant, at the park and reveal it for Earth Day 2012. A recreation of that popular sculpture, The Giant, later won Ben sixth place in the world’s largest public art competition, ArtPrize 2013, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Unfortunately, the original Sleeping Giant’s materials have returned to original state and the sculpture no longer exists. But the two fore-mentioned sculptures at Coopers Rock will likely last longer, as Ben has learned some tricks enhance his sculptures’ endurance through winter weather.

Feature / Ben Gazsi

Clockwise from top left: The Cooper’s Rock Sleeping Giant; The Giant Bear; The Cooper’s Rock Turtle

Before leaving for grad school, Ben gave North Central WV another gift. He recently finished yet another eco-sculpture for the enjoyment of visitors to the West Virginia Botanic Garden (WVBG). Ben’s newest sculpture is a ten-foot red-tailed hawk. The hawk was unveiled during a special event called Ben, BBQ, and Bluegrass on June 14 at the WVBG. His inspiration for this commissioned piece was the landscape itself and the recent release of a rehabilitated red hawk at the garden. Ben reflected, “Even though I wasn’t born and raised here in West Virginia, I will always remember it as where I began as an artist. This is a place that will always feel like home to me.” Thank you, Ben, for your contributions and best of luck to you wherever life leads you!

Ben uses mostly natural materials to fashion his creations. He uses tree limbs for basic foundations, entwines wild grapevine to form and detail shapes, and other materials as appropriate to finalize. For instance, the Giants had moss for their beards, the bear’s fur is primarily evergreen limbs, and the turtle’s shell is constructed of an earth mound layered by natural stone and mortar. Just as his materials are gathered on site, Ben’s inspiration is drawn from the environment where the creation happens. He always creates a prototype for reference to guide the construction.

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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 / 201 High Steet, Suite 2, 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. Mylan Park mylanpark.com / 500 Mylan Park Lane, Morgantown / 304.983.2383 Mylan Park is a state-of-the-art recreational and educational complex located on over 300 acres of beautifully reclaimed surface-mined property just minutes from downtown. The Mylan Park Foundation, Inc. advances the educational, recreational,

social and economic benefits to North Central West Virginia citizens, with the purpose of improving the quality of life for residents of, and visitors to, the Greater Morgantown area.

Lewis County Mountain Lakes CVB mountainlakescvb.com / 2906 US Hwy 33 E, Weston, WV / 304.269.4988 The rolling mountains and peaceful waterways in Lewis County are a refreshing retreat. When the hectic pace of everyday life presses upon you, make your way to our part of the world. We’re not far from you!

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.

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Feature / Heston Farm Winery and Pinchgut Hollow Distillery

Heston Farm Winery and Pinchgut Hollow Distillery Home of the Free-Range Mountaineer Tucked away in the hills surrounding Fairmont, located on the Tygart River just 20 minutes from Morgantown, Heston Farm is filled with the timeless quality of farm life that will take you back to a simpler time. The farm is perhaps best known for its Heston Wines, which are featured selections in many local markets and wine festivals. But did you know Heston Farm offers: • The Foxfire restaurant, featuring a farm fresh menu and family friendly pricing for lunch, dinner, and Sunday Brunch • a winery and distillery, offering daily tastings • a gift shop featuring T-shirts, West Virginia-themed gifts, kids’ toys, gift baskets, and local treats • live music performed by popular local bands and individual artists every Saturday night from May through September • open mic nights on Thursday evenings • a large covered pavilion, complete with kitchen, perfect for weddings and special events • a family-friendly atmosphere, including hand-driven carts on mini-train track in the restaurant courtyard; unique, rustic tractor play set; and kids’ games peppered throughout For more information about Heston Farm, including more detail about its fabulous history, an up-to-date listing of scheduled concerts, The Foxfire menu, and more, check out the website: hestonfarm.com 22

Heston Farm is proud of its contributions to the community. On Friday, July 11 and Saturday, July 12, the farm, along with Marion County United Way, is co-hosting the 2014 United Way Heston Arts and Music (HAM) Festival. Some of the region’s Our family had arrived in the Monongahela River valley just before the revolutionary war. Settling below Pittsburgh, the Heston boys were known from Fredricktown to Opekeski to Goose Run to Mudlick to Pinchgut Hollow. We had a proud history of serving our country in wartime, and making farm whiskey. See more history at our website, hestonfarm.com

most renowned artists and musicians will showcase their talents, while The Foxfire staff serves a variety of its popular menu staples. One hundred percent of the proceeds go to the United Way of Marion County. For more information about the HAM Festival, “like” Heston Arts & Music (HAM) Festival on Facebook. Enjoy outstanding food, tours, concerts, special events, and wine and whiskey tastings at Heston Farm Winery and Pinchgut Hollow Distillery. Celebrate weddings and other memorable events when you reserve the pavilion at Heston Farm. We hope to see you there soon!

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Feature / Atomic Grill

Atomic Grill’s Response Raises Awareness Creates fundraising campaign Morgantown’s popular barbecue restaurant Atomic Grill made national headlines recently, when its owners transformed an offensive post on an online review site into a positive public awareness campaign. After an anonymous reviewer posted Atomic Grill’s staff should “show more skin,” Dan McCawley and staff responded by donating all proceeds from a Memorial Day weekend fundraiser of stuffed potato skins to the West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services (FRIS). Publicity surrounding the fundraiser prompted support from many media outlets and individuals nationally and internationally— McCawley received calls from as far away as Alaska and California, and emails from Japan and Ireland. “We at the Atomic Grill, in our brief time as a restaurant, have enjoyed supporting our community and its

Ramada Inn and Conference Center 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. 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. 24

charitable organizations with our food a number of times. But we have never been so overwhelmed as we have by this most recent attempt to support a very worthwhile organization, WV FRIS. We want to make sure that the real message does not get lost in the noise surrounding the event. You need not come to our restaurant to support WV FRIS. You can support them online. Of course, you’re always welcome to visit us but don’t lose sight of why we’re doing this.” FRIS is West Virginia’s state sexual assault coalition. Established in 1982 and comprising the state’s nine rape crisis centers, FRIS works with all allied professionals to strengthen services and develop intervention and prevention programs to address sexual violence, stalking, and dating violence. You can find more about donating to WV FRIS on its website, http://www.fris.org

Clarksburg area Hilton-Garden Inn Clarksburg 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. (continued pg. 26)

Feature / Batton Hollow Winery

Batton Hollow Winery Now Open! West Virginia’s newest winery is now open in Harrison County Owners Jim and Toni Kelley are proud to offer a wide variety of fine wines to suit every palate. Jim Kelley, Head Winemaker, takes meticulous care to ensure every bottle of wine that is produced is of the highest quality. Mr. Kelley has been a winemaker for nearly 40 years. He refined his wine making skills through years of practice as an amateur winemaker and formal training at the University of California at Davis. He was also fortunate to further hone these skills from Italian winemakers while stationed in Italy with the US Air Force on two separate tours of duty.

dry to sweet. There’s a wine for everyone’s palate. The vineyard has nearly two acres of grapes under cultivation with grounds suitable for hiking and picnicking. Varieties of grapes include Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, Chancelvenlor, Noiret, and Melody. Open to the public Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1:00–6:00 pm and other times and events by appointment. Bring a picnic, come buy a bottle of wine, and enjoy. Batton Hollow Winery is located off the Lost Creek exit of I-79 about a mile and a half from the center of town.

Batton Hollow Winery offers seven different types of wines (white and red) varying from

Check out the website at battonhollowwinery.com or on Facebook.

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Morgantown area

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Appalachian Gallery wvcraft.com / 270 Walnut Street, Morgantown / 304.296.0163 A wellspring of finely hardcrafted works by Appalachian artists and artisans—blown and stained glass, jewelry, baskets, iron and wood items, quiltings, mirrors, photographs, limited edition prints, paintings, books, cards, and toys. Also, the area’s finest professional custom picture framing specializing in archival, shadowbox, and certificate and needlework framing. Mon–Fri 10 am–6 pm | Sat 10 am–5 pm.

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–Sat 10–6 | Sun 12–6.

Arrow Gift Shoppe arrowgiftshoppe.com / 220 High Street, Morgantown / 304.296.6100 This small shop is full of interesting choices to liven up your life. West Virginia town signs, seasonal wreaths, a large selection of nostalgic tin signs, candles, cards, decorative lags, cookie cutters, WV post cards and souvenirs, Don Knotts’ memorabilia, cookbooks, pet placemats, tote bags. Very reasonable prices. Mon–Fri 11 am–5:30 pm | Sat 10 am–5 pm. 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. Rustic by Design www.comfortforeveryseason.com / www.rbdoliveoilco.com / Seneca Center, 709 Beechurst Avenue, Suite 15 / 304.284.8211 A newly expanded showroom in the historical Seneca Center displays over 35 wood & gas fireplaces/stove installations as well as outdoor furniture, spas, and grills. The store is also home to Rustic by Design Olive Oil Company, a delicious line of over 40 varieties of extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars. Showroom hours are Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm | Sat 10 am–3 pm. Additional times 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.

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 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. (continued pg. 29)

Feature / Bridgeport Restaurant Week & Jazz Expo / MedExpress Kids’ Day

Bridgeport Restaurant Week & Jazz Expo Join us July 21-25 Our goal is to promote local foods, local restaurants, and jazz! During Bridgeport Restaurant Week local jazz musicians will be playing in restaurants all around town culminating in a Jazz Expo in four locations on Friday, July 25. Joining our local artists (including the Jenny Wilson Trio) will be musicians from NYC, Canada, and Stockholm, Sweden. This expo is held in conjunction with the Bridgeport Farmers Market, The Bridgeport Arts Council, and the West Virginia Jazz Society. All of the restaurants participating in Bridgeport Restaurant Week will be offering

a special menu all week. The deal is “3 COURSES FOR $30” And the best part? At least one of the courses will feature a product from a Bridgeport Farmers Market vendor. Participating restaurants include Brickstreet Bar and Grille, Meagher’s Irish Pub, Mia Margherita, Mountaineer Grille, Oliverio’s, Provence Market, and Wonder Bar Steakhouse. For updated information, “like” Facebook pages: www.facebook.com/ BridgeportRestaurantWeek and www.facebook.com/WVJazzSociety

MedExpress Kids’ Day, July 19 Come downtown and celebrate! MedExpress and Main Street Morgantown will host the 27th Annual Kids’ Day in downtown Morgantown on Saturday, July 19. From 10 am–2 pm, kids will take over downtown and the Wharf District with more than 60 scheduled events. Kids of all ages will learn about safety, play games, receive free goodies from area businesses, make crafts, and play in the giant sand box. Downtown businesses will have exciting activities, games, and giveaways planned for kids of all ages. Come enjoy live entertainment while your children have their faces painted, jump in bounce houses, eat snow cones, and make their own first aid kits from MedExpress.

• Restrooms will be available at the Morgantown Public Safety Building (300 Spruce Street), Morgantown Public Library (373 Spruce Street). • There will be a safety area located in the BB&T parking lot (496 High Street). The FBI, Morgantown Police and Fire Departments, EMS, and a Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicle will be present. Also, first aid kits will be located at the Information booths. For more information visit our website at www.downtownmorgantown.com or call (304) 292-0168.

Many restaurants will offer menu items with kids in mind during event hours. In addition, local non-profit organizations will take part in the festivities alongside the businesses downtown. During the event: • Information booths will be set up throughout the event at Dairy Queen (444 High Street), Citizens Bank (265 High Street). 27

Feature / Ellie Mannette Festival of Steel

Ellie Mannette Festival of Steel Celebrate the art of steel pan through performance and education Meet us in Morgantown for a week-long summer camp music festival celebrating the steel pan art-form through performance and education, July 13-19. The festival’s mission is to: • celebrate the steel pan by facilitating the exchange of information and ideas through masterclasses, lectures, and group performances • bring together the foremost steel pan artists and educators in the world with a diverse group of steel pan players and enthusiasts • expose the steel pan community to new works of steelband music • provide an opportunity for composers to showcase their works Masterclasses will be held every morning and afternoon for educators and players alike who are interested in various panrelated topics. (i.e. how to start a steel band at various education levels, the engine room, the business of pan, etc.) 28

Participants will be divided into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced level ensembles. Each group will have to opportunity o learn several pieces with hands-on instruction from our world-class faculty. At the end of the week, all your hard work will be showcased on stage in downtown Morgantown! All participants will have to opportunity to hear great evening lectures from our great faculty, and of course, Dr. Ellie Mannette. No one tells a story like Ellie, so you’re in for a real treat! Costs are $350 for students and $500 for adults. To register or for more information, check out the website festivalofsteel.org, or contact the organization at info@festivalofsteel.org, 304.276.7977. Lodging costs are NOT included in the price of festival registration. Participants are encouraged to take advantage of reduced rates from the Clarion Hotel, 304.292.8200. Make sure to mention “Festival of Steel.”

Feature / WVU Kickoff Game

WVU Football 2014 Season Opener Tickets Available Tickets for West Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appearance in the 2014 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game are on sale through the Mountaineer Ticket Office. Available tickets for the Saturday, Aug. 30 matchup with Alabama include mezzanine level seats for $130, lower level end zone seats for $120 and upper level end zone seats for $80 each. Those tickets can be purchased online at WVUGAME.com or by calling the Mountaineer Ticket Office at 1-800-WVU GAME.

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Calendar of Events July 3 | Team USA Exhibition Doubleheader 6 pm. Hawley Field, Morgantown. General Admission $15, VIP Section $20, Children under 5 free. Contact Morgantown CVB Visitors’ Center; 800.458.7373/304.292.5081; email DPlevich@tourmorgantown.com July 4 | Colt Ford Opening act Wayland live at the Triple S H-D Pavilion followed by a spectacular fireworks finale. Free general admission. Show starts at 6 pm. For information go to tripleshd. com. Triple S Harley-Davidson, 7300 Willie G. Avenue July 5 | Yoga in the Garden Beginner and intermediate level students. $12 per session WVBG members; $14 non-members. Walk-ins welcome. West Virginia Botanic Garden, Morgantown. 9:30 am. Contact Erin Smaldone at erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704. Register for yoga at wvbg.org. July 5 | The Halftime String Band Part of the 2014 Mountain Music Concert Series. Chestnut Ridge Park. 6–8:30 pm Tyler Farr. Special Guest Kaitlin Boytek. Concert in the Park, Veteran’s Memorial Park, Clarksburg. 7:30. Tickets: clarksburgamp.com

Facebook or call the United Way of Marion County at 304.366.4550. See related information, pages 21 and 22 July 12 | Ronald McDonald House Poker Run Benefits Ronald McDonald House. Registration from 10 am to noon; kickstands up at 12:15. $1000 prize for best hand. After party features food and live music by the Rockin’ Rednecks. Registration $20. For more information visit tripleshd.com July 12 | New Deal Festival Quaint 1930s-40s style festival features live music, artisan demonstrations, craft market, children’s activities, new exhibits in the New Deal Homestead Museum, tours of the Arthurdale Historic District, a visit from Eleanor Roosevelt, and much more. Arthurdale. 304.864.3959. newdealfestival.org July 13 | ACCA Bird Talk Learn about importance of suitable habitat for resident and migratory birds. Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia at the West Virginia Botanic Garden, Morgantown. 2 pm. Contact Erin Smaldone at erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704. wvbg.org.

July 5–6 | Johnnie Johnson Blues & Jazz Festival @ Palatine Park Tribute to the legendary Johnnie Johnson (1924-2005)! Blues and Jazz festival featuring top name entertainment with great food and family fun. Saturday noon–10 pm; Sunday 1–7 pm

July 13–19 | Mannette Festival of Steel Week-long summer camp music festival celebrating the steel pan art-form through performance and education. Master classes, lectures, and group performances. To register or for more information, visit festivalofsteel. org, or contact info@festivalofsteel.org. 304.276.7977.

July 10 | Shinnston Community Band Music in the Park 2014 Summer Concert Series. VA Ampitheater at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Clarksburg. Admission is FREE. 7–8:30 pm. For more information, 304.624.1655 or clarksburgamp.com

July 16–20 | Paw Paw District Fair Children’s activities, entertainment, music, rides, commercial vendors, and a variety of food and attractions. Rivesville. $6 cover. 304.278.7042. “Like” Paw Paw Fair on facebook

July 11 | United Way Heston Arts & Music Festival (HAM) Region’s most talented musicians at Heston Farm Winery, Fairmont. Proceeds benefit the United Way of Marion County. Find the United Way Heston Arts & Music (HAM) Festival on

July 17 | Johnny Cochran & The Trailblazers Music in the Park 2014 Summer Concert Series. VA Ampitheater at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Clarksburg. Admission is FREE and the concession stand will be open. 7–8:30

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pm. For more information, 304.624.1655 or clarksburgamp.com July 17 | South Mountain Soul Bridgeport Arts Council presents “Summer Jams” from 7–9:30 pm in City Park behind Bridgeport High School. Free admission. July 18 | Jim Dunn Memorial Scholarship Twilight 5-Miler Wharf Street Parking Garage, Morgantown. 7 pm. $30 before July 17 and $35 day of event. There is also a two-mile walk for individuals or families. For more information, jimdunnrun.com/information.php July 18 | Second Chance Prom Dinner, Dancing, DJ. Benefits The Rosenbaum Family House and Alzheimer’s Association, WV Chapter. Lakeview Resort. 6–10 pm. Tickets: gfwcmorgantownjuniors@gmail.com July 18–19, 20, 25–26 | Red MACPlayers production. Tony Award winning play. July 18, 19, 25, and 26, 2014 at 8 pm and July 20, 2014 at 2 pm in Tanner Theatre, Monongalia Arts Center, Morgantown. Admission is $10. For tickets, call 304.292.3325, monartscenter.com/shop or MAC’s Lobby Desk. July 19 | 16th Annual WV Italian Heritage Festival 5K Run Uptown Clarksburg, along the new route which leads runners along the business and residential districts of Clarksburg and Glen Elk. Registration, 7 am. Race at 8:30 am. More information, wvihf.com July 19 | MedExpress Kids’ Day Downtown Morgantown. See related article, page 27 July 19 | Third Annual Coopers Rock Charity Climb-A-Thon Fundraiser. Prizes awarded to the first place male and female climbers covering the highest calculated distance and to the climber who raises the most money. Coopers Rock State Park. 9 am–3 pm. coopersrock@wvdnr. gov, janelle@coopersrockclimbingguides. com, 304.777.7638

July 19 | Splash Bash! Beachballs & Sand FAME Festival Series. Join us for a music festival: 4–5 pm Duo Grove, and 5:30–6:30 Frankfort Teal Steel Band, 7:00–8:30 Subway. Palatine Park, Fairmont July 19 | Second Cousin Part of the 2014 Mountain Music Concert Series. Chestnut Ridge Park. 6–8:30 pm July 19 | Kelly Lynott Heston Farm Summer Music Concerts. Join us for a wonderful evening of great entertainment and dinner. 8–11 pm. Cover is $5. For reservations call 304.366.9463 July 20 | School Gardening Workshop Growing plants in the classroom and on school grounds is a great way to engage students in hands-on learning while meeting educational standards. 1-4 pm. $25 WVBG members; $30 non-members. West Virginia Botanic Garden, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone at erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704. wvbg.org. July 21–26 | Bridgeport Restaurant Week and Jazz Expo Local jazz musicians will be playing in restaurants all around town culminating in a Jazz Expo in four locations on Friday, July 25. See related article, page 27 July 22–24, 29–31, Aug 5–7 | Coopers Rock Climbing Guides: Climbing Day Camp Age-appropriate games and initiatives progress through the teaching of movement and safety skills appropriate for the individual camper. All camps cost $150 per student. 1–4:30 pm. July 22–24: Elementary–Age. July 29–31: Junior High–Age. August 5–7: Senior High–Age. Call 304.777.7675 to register. Additional information: coopersrockclimbingguides.com July 23–27 | Tenth Anniversary Mountainfest Wild and Wonderful MountainFest is presented by MountainFest, LLC, in cooperation with the Greater Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau, and our many generous sponsors. Proceeds from MountainFest go to non-profit Mylan Park. Mylan Park, Morgantown. For more information, wvmountainfest.com 33

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July 24 | Stepping Stone Music in the Park 2014 Summer Concert Series. VA Ampitheater at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Clarksburg. Admission is FREE. 7–8:30 pm. For more information, 304.624.1655 or clarksburgamp.com July 25 | Run to Read 5K Part of MCPARC Race Series. East-West Stadium, Fairmont. 6–7 pm. Contact Jim Woolfitt, 304.825.6311, run2read@yahoo.com, runningintheusa.com/run2read/ July 25–31 | Reading of the Declaration of Independence Come hear the reading of one of the greatest documents ever written. Prickett’s Fort, Fairmont. Regular admission applies. 12 noon. prickettsfort.org. 304.363.3030 July 26 | 4th Annual Music Fest FAME Festival Series. Music Fest to benefit Community Outreach for Mental Health Inc at Palatine Park. 3:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Performers will include Joe Garcia, Jenna Won’t Sing, and John Schooley. 304.366.0326 for more information July 26 | Soup Camel Heston Farm Summer Music Concerts. Join us for a wonderful evening of great entertainment and dinner. 8–11 pm. Cover is $10. For reservations call 304.366.9463 July 28–Aug 2 | Monongalia County Fair Great family fun, food, games, and live entertainment! Daily highlights include parade on Monday, Queen’s pageant on Tuesday, Teen/Jr Miss pageant on Wednesday, Battle of Bands on Thursday, Little Miss pageant on Friday, Kids Day on Saturday. Check moncountyfair.org for updates. July 31 | Tom Batchelor Band Bridgeport Arts Council presents “Summer Jams” from 7–9:30 pm in City Park behind Bridgeport High School. Free admission. July 31–Aug 3 | 18th Annual WV Blackberry Festival Lots of blackberry dishes and other foods, arts and crafts, talent contest, 5k run, fireworks, games and free entertainment. Ample parking. Clarksburg City Park in Nutter Fort. For more information, 304.622.3206 or wvblackberry.com 34

Aug 1 | Black Horse Classics of country music. Free admission. 7–8:30 pm. Prickett’s Fort State Park Amphitheater. prickettsfort.org or call 304.363.3030 Aug 2 | Arts in the Park at Palatine Park FAME Festival Series. Arts and music festival: 4 pm–Sunset, Arts in the Park. 5:30 pm, Space Honey. 7:15 pm, Halftime String Band. Palatine Park, Fairmont Aug 2 | Rachel Burge and the Blue Dawning Part of the 2014 Mountain Music Concert Series. Chestnut Ridge Park. 6–8:30 pm Brother Short Band. Heston Farm Summer Music Concerts. Join us for a wonderful evening of great entertainment and dinner. 8–11 pm. Cover is $5. For reservations call 304.366.9463 Aug 3 | Revolution3 Triathlon Picturesque triathlon course based in Morgantown. 7 am. Waterfront Place Hotel. $150. More information: Info@rev3tri.com, 703.745.3142 Aug 4–9 | Mannington District Fair Grand parade, carnival rides and food, live stage entertainment, demolition derby, horse and pony pulls. manningtondistrictfair.org Aug 7 | Buckstone Music in the Park 2014 Summer Concert Series. VA Ampitheater is located on RT 98 at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Clarksburg. Admission is FREE. 7–8:30 pm. For more information, 304.624.1655 or clarksburgamp.com Aug 7 | 2nd Street Bridgeport Arts Council presents “Summer Jams” from 7–9:30 pm in City Park behind Bridgeport High School. Free admission. Aug 7–8 | Millennium Quilters 9th Annual Quilt Show Over 100 quilts on display along with several vendors and numerous other attractions. Bridgeport Conference Center at Charles Point. August 7, 12–7 pm; August 8, 9 am–5 pm. For information, call Pat at 304.842.4586 or visit millenniumquilters.net

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Aug 8–11 | Jesus Fest Uptown Clarksburg. Food, free movies, speakers, entertainment, and children’s entertainment. For more information call 304.838.9966 or jesusfestwv.org Aug 9 | Roosevelt Run at Arthurdale Heritage Run or walk through the beautiful historic district of Arthurdale and be transported back to the 1930s. Registration will be available on site from 8–9 am. More information, runsignup.com/Race/WV/Arthurdale/RooseveltRun Aug 9 | Union Mission Dash of Hope 5K 6th Annual 5K Run/2K Walk. Anyone can participate and help feed the hungry in Marion County. 9 am-noon. Call Jim Woolfitt at 304.825.6311 for more information. Aug 9 | Insect Walk Learn to identify butterflies at the butterfly garden, and watch for other jewels of the sky on the reservoir trail. Walk is dependent upon warm, dry weather. West Virginia Botanic Garden, Morgantown. 10:30 am. Contact Erin Smaldone at erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704. wvbg.org Aug 9 | Coopers Rock Climbing Guides: Advance Anchoring Class Learn anchoring techniques using artificial protection (bolts, nuts, hexes, cams, etc.) This course is held at Coopers Rock or Seneca Rocks. Previous experience building natural anchors suggested. $150 per person. Additional information, coopersrockclimbingguides.com. Call 304.7777675 to register Aug 9 | The Masons Heston Farm Summer Music Concerts. Join us for a wonderful evening of great entertainment and dinner. 8–11 pm. Cover is $5. For reservations call 304.366.9463 Aug 9–10 | Wiley and the Hairy Man First MACyouth Community Theatre production this summer. August 9, 7 pm; August 10, 2 pm. Tanner Theatre, Monongalia Arts Center, Morgantown. info@monartscenter. com, 304.292.3325, monartscenter.com

Aug 14 | The Davisson Brothers Bridgeport Arts Council presents “Summer Jams” from 7–9:30 pm in City Park behind Bridgeport High School. Free admission. Aug 15–17 | Historic Arts Workshops: Introduction to Blacksmithing Learn basic blacksmithing skills and take home several small projects. 9 am–5 pm. Prickett’s Fort Blacksmith shop. PFMF members $ 245, Non-members $260. Register online, prickettsfort.org/shop or call 304.363.3030 Aug 16 | 10k for 10K Inaugural “10k for 10K” Fundraiser Race to raise $10,000 to directly benefit the Christian Help Career Closet Program. Hazel-Ruby McQuain Ampitheather. 7:30 am. Registration is $33 on eventbrite.com (search 10k for 10K). Contact Megan Pitrolo at meganpitrolo@gmail.com or 304.657.7997 for further information/volunteer opportunities. Aug 16 | MountainAires Barbershop Chorus Annual Show “The Perfect Song.” The award-winning “Hot Air Buffoons” will be the guest quartet. Metropolitan Theatre, Morgantown. 7:30 pm. Admission is $20 for adults, $15 for students and groups of 10 or more. Get tickets: visit mountainaires.com, Fawley’s Music in Sabraton, any chorus member, or call 304.291.8518 Aug 16 | Monongahfest Games, vendors, town-wide yard sale, Parade at noon, line up at 11 am, to 6 pm. For more information, call Mike Prunty, 304.816.6378 Aug 16 | Community Outreach JAM 101 FAME Festival Series. Community Outreach JAM Benefit. 3:30 pm, Stalnaker Brothers. 5 pm, Doc Feldman. 6:30 James Jackson Toth. Palatine Park, Fairmont Aug 16 | Logantown Bluegrass Part of the 2014 Mountain Music Concert Series. Chestnut Ridge Park. 6–8:30 pm Aug 16 | DBI Bluegrass Band Heston Farm Summer Music Concerts. Join us for a wonderful evening of great entertainment and dinner. 8–11 pm. Cover is $5. For reservations call 304.366.9463 35

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Aug 17 | Riverfront Jazz Festival Jenny Wilson Quintet, Rus Reppert, Salsamba. Samba dance lessons. Free admission, all ages. Sponsored by Boparc. 4-7pm Hazel Ruby McQuain Park Aug 21 | Dennis McClung Band Bridgeport Arts Council presents “Summer Jams” from 7–9:30 pm in City Park behind Bridgeport High School. Free admission. Aug 22 | Grkmania Ever-popular polka band Grkmania. Free admission. 7 pm- 8:30 pm. Pricketts Fort State Park Amphitheater. More info, prickettsfort. org or call 304.363.3030 Aug 23 | Wildflower Walk Explore the plethora of summer wildflowers found around the reservoir basin. A wildflower book is helpful. 9:30 am. West Virginia Botanic Garden, Morgantown. Contact Erin Smaldone at erin@wvbg.org or 304.216.8704. wvbg.org. Aug 23 | 26th Annual National Pasta Cookoff Pre-WV Italian Festival event is open to amateur and professional cooks. Entertainment, hot pepper eating contest and other activities all day. Jackson Square Parking and Event Facility, Clarksburg. Sponsored by the WVIHF. For more information call 304.622.7314 or visit wvihf.com

Aug 29–Sept 1 | 36th Annual WV Italian Heritage Festival Fantastic foods, special children’s area, grand parade, cultural events and queen’s pageant. Three stages of ongoing entertainment, free of charge to the public! Rated among the “Top 100 Events in North America” by the ABA, a “Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society” and one of the “Top 4 Italian Festivals” in the nation by the National Sons of Italy. For more information call 304.622.7314 or visit wvihf.com Aug 30 | WVU Football 2014 Season Opener Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, WVU vs Alabama. 2:30 pm CT (3:30 pm ET), televised nationally on ABC. Aug 30 | Hillbilly Gypsies Part of the 2014 Mountain Music Concert Series. Chestnut Ridge Park. 6–8:30 pm Aug 30–Sept 1 | Jackson’s Mill Jubilee Step back in time Labor Day weekend at the Jackson’s Mill Jubilee. Located at WVU Jackson’s Mill near Weston, WV at the boyhood home of General Thomas J “Stonewall” Jackson. Weston. Attractions include arts and crafts, children’s activities, folk dancing, historical encampments, and much more. More information, stonewallcountry.com

Aug 23 | Mike & Dave Almost Unplugged Heston Farm Summer Music Concerts. Join us for a wonderful evening of great entertainment and dinner. 8–11 pm. Cover is $5. For reservations call 304.366.9463

Aug 29 | The Neon Swing X-perience Heston Farm Summer Music Concerts. Join us for a wonderful evening of great entertainment and dinner. 8–11 pm. Cover is $10. For reservations call 304.366.9463

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Aug 29 | Girl Bands Night at Palatine Park FAME Festival Series. Join us for a music festival: 3:30 pm, Shannon Jones; 5:30 pm, Kaitlyn Boytek; 6:30 pm, Joseph. Palatine Park, Fairmont

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Mylan Park is a community non-profit recreational and educational campus, the largest and most diverse special event venue in North-Central West Virginia.

Whether you are planning or attending an event, the Hazel and J.W. Ruby Community Center has something for you. Located at Mylan Park in Morgantown, 1.7 miles off Interstate 79, Exit 155, this 54,000 sq.ft. facility can accommodate trade shows, expositions, performance events, banquets, festivals, and sports events. On site and new this year, 30 RV parking spaces with hook-ups available for rent.

500 Mylan Park Lane, Morgantown, WV 26501