West Virginia Family magazine

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Make A Difference

Volunteer As a Family This Summer

Important Sunscreen Information for Your Family

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Tips for Working From Home This Summer

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Adult: $37 Youth, 12-5: $27 Under age 5: $17 Call. Reservations required.

Special Monday Trips May 26, Sept. 1, 29; Oct. 6, 13, 20.

No runs mid-week Sept 2-5; 8-12; 15-18.

Company house overnight rentals — year-round. NEW! Reserve houses online!

SUMMERTIME FARES: MAY 20 – SEPT. 14

Saturday, Sunday, Holidays Whittaker Station Adults: $22 Youth, 12-5: $17 Bald Knob Adults: $28 Youth, 12-5: $21 Weekday: Tuesday - Friday Whittaker Station Adults: $19 Youth, 12-5: $14 Bald Knob Adults: $25 Youth, 12-5: $18

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FALL FOLIAGE SEASON: SEPT. 19 – NOV. 2

FULL Moon Train to Bald Knob 6:30 pm departures June 13, Aug. 10 Murder Mystery Train 5:15 pm departures July 26; Aug. 23 Dinner Train Music and Buffet at Whittaker 5:15 pm departures June 21; July 12; Aug. 9; Sept. 6

SPECIAL RUNS

The Great Train Race July 19 Call for pricing.

Old Spruce 10:30 am departures May 24; June 28; Aug. 30 Same fare as Bald Knob.

Doubleheader to Bald Knob Noon departures May 26; June 27; Sept. 1 Standard Bald Knob fares.

Heisler to Whittaker 11 am, 2 pm departures June 14, 15; July 13; Aug. 3; Sept. 13, 14 Standard Whittaker fares.

Night Rider 6:30 pm dinner at Last Run Restaurant 8 pm departures July 16; Aug. 15 Halloween Train 6 pm departure Oct. 25

Fares are posted online.

Fares include admission to Cass Showcase, Railroad and Logging Museum, Logging Camp Tour and Locomotive Maintenance Shop, all when available.

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Make A Difference This Summer: Meaningful Family Interaction Through Volunteer Opportunities Pet Health: Giving Animals a New Leash on Life - Ways to Help

Shelter Animals in Your

Community 5 Tips for Working From Home During the Summer Editor's Summer Picks Quick Bits: Important Sunscreen Information For Your Family

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2014 Cover Photo Contest Winners Mother's Day GiveAway Winner

CONTESTS/GIVE-AWAYS

THINGS TO DO

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DIRECTORIES

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Contributing Writers Kiki Bochi, Bethany Dykman, Kerrie McLoughlin

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his is West Virginia Family Magazine's 2nd annual edition T of WV's Ultimate Guide to Summer

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for Families.

In this issue you will find lots of great summer fun ideas - summer camps, outdoor fun, entertainment, family events, fairs & festivals, daytrip ideas, and more.

Be sure to check out "Important Sunscreen Information for your Family" on page 15. Some sunscreens are flammable and you could be putting yourself and your children at risk of serious burns. Also, sunscreens have expiration dates. Do they really expire or is this a gimmick to get you to buy new sunscreen each year? Find out what happened when we did our own experiments with sunscreen!

Congratulations to the finalists of our Cover Photo Contest on page 5. On the cover of this issue is Marley, age 5 - one of our winners. Congratulations to Marley and the other winners!

Also, congratulations to the Mother's Day GiveAway winner - Patricia Currence of Buckhannon. Patricia won a Mother's Day package including Disney Live! tickets, zoo tickets, horseback riding tickets, The Hemlock, Act Three, Survival Tips for Working Moms, and a 1-year subscription to WV Family Magazine!

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You can find our entire issue online.

FREE and easily accessible.

Fun and interactive 3-D flip-page version.

Plus PDF version for smart devices.

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Thank you for reading WV Family. Please be sure to tell our advertisers you saw them in WV Family Magazine!  Carla Cosner Publisher

WV Family Magazine 2014 Cover Photo Contest FINALISTS These finalist have been chosen to each appear on an upcoming issue of WV Family Magazine, starting with this issue!

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Deacon (1) & Family Photography by Amanda

Amesley (2) Photo by Brittany Channell

Asher (2) Photography by Amanda

Isabella (4) Carrie Bowers Photography

Torrie (17) Carrie Bowers Photography

Marley (5) Photography by Amanda

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Museums & Living History

Museums & Living History

Summer West Virginia’s

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

Adaland Mansion Historic Tours Philippi, WV 304-457-1587 www.adaland.org

Jackson's Mill Historic Area 160 WVU Jackson Mill, Weston, WV 304-269-5100 www.jacksonsmill.wvu.edu

Bellaire Toy and Plastic Brick Museum/ Unofficial Lego® Museum Bellaire, OH 740-671-8890

Mountaineer Military Museum Weston, WV 304-472-3943 mountaineermilitarymuseum.com

Cass Scenic Railroad and Historical Museum at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. 242 Main St Cass, WV (304) 456-4300 www.cassrailroad.com

National Radio Astronomy Observatory Rt. 28/92, Greenbank, WV 304-456-2011 https://science.nrao.edu/ Rich Mountain Battlefield/Visitor Center Beverly, WV 304-637-RICH www.richmountain.org

Heritage Farm Museum and Village Huntington, WV 304-522-1244 www.heritagefarmmuseum.com

The Greatest Generation World War II Museum Szilagyi Center Rowlesburg, WV 304-454-9232 www.rowelsburg.org 

Prickett’s Fort - A Look Inside the Past 88 State Park Road, FAIRMONT, WV 304.363.3030 www.prickettsfort.org As one of West Virginia's most unique living history museums, Pricketts Fort invites visitors to relive the pioneering spirit of Captain Jacob Prickett and his family. Originally built in 1774, the Fort has been reconstructed and provides a living history museum taking visitors back in time to experience survival on the dangerous frontier of the late 1700s.

See ad on page 20.

Prickett's Fort

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Make A Difference

This Summer Meaningful Family Interaction Through Volunteer Opportunities

by Bethany Dykman

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ummer is the perfect time to play, but it's also the perfect time to have meaningful family interaction, help your kids develop their own interests, and make your neighborhood and community a better place for everyone. A tall order for one summer? Not if your family spends time volunteering.

So what are you waiting for? Get out there, make a difference, and have your best summer ever!

Volunteering is really just being a helper, a good neighbor, and a part of your community. And the way to get started, is to just start talking as a family. Take the time to sit down and discuss what needs each of you see in your neighborhood. You may each see a different need that is being unmet, and what your kids see as they walk to school is going to be different than what you may see as you drive to the grocery store. Then discuss how these needs could be met, and either start working on your own to meet those needs or join an already established movement that could successfully make a difference in that area. Afterward, make sure you discuss together as a family how things went from each person’s perspective.

• Sign up to read to children at your local library.

• Donate time to your local animal shelter - walk a dog, play with a kitten. Or collect pet food and toys.

• Volunteer at your local hospital.

• Help with summer bible camp or church daycare.

• Help coach a youth sports team or sports camp.

• Cook and take meals to your local firehouse.

• Start a school supply drive for needy children in your

area.

• Send cards to soldiers who are overseas or children

in an area hospital.

• Mentor a child through Big Brothers Big Sisters.

• Help clean up a neighbor's yard who is unable to.

• Collect cans or bottles for recycle and donate the

money to your favorite charity.

These organizations can connect your family with the perfect volunteering opportunity: The Volunteer Family - www.thevolunteerfamily.org United Way - www.liveunited.org Doing Good Together - www.doinggoodtogether.org/ HandsOn Network - www.handsonnetwork.org/ Meals on Wheels - www.meals-on-wheels.com/family Youth Volunteer Corps - www.yvc.org 

• Do a sunscreen or sunglasses drive for a shelter in your area.

• Simply carry your elderly neighbor’s garbage cans back on

trash day.

• Clean up a local beach or park.

• Plant a garden at a nursing home.

• Bring flowers from your yard to grace a nursing home in doors.

• Join in an already existing walk-a-thon or bike-a-thon to

support a non-profit organization • Pick up trash around your neighborhood.

• Play games with residents of a shelter or nursing home.

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Need some help getting started? Here’s a list of some summertime projects that your family can easily jump into during your summer vacation:

Summer Volunteer Ideas for Teens:

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Theme Parks

Summer West Virginia’s

Theme Parks

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

Busch Gardens Williamsburg 1 Busch Gardens Boulevard, Williamsburg, VA 800-343-7946 http://buschgardens.com

Cedar Point 1 Cedar Point Drive Sandusky, OH 419-627-2350 www.cedarpoint.com Hershey Park 100 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 1-800-HERSHEY www.hersheypark.com

Dollywood 2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd., Pigeon Forge, TN 800-DOLLYWOOD (800-365-5996)/ www.dollywood.com Great American Summer - June 14 through Aug. 3, 2014, provides families more opportunities to connect as extended operating hours – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily – and a spectacular new nightly fireworks show provide the perfect atmosphere to enjoy Dollywood’s award-winning rides, shows and attractions.

Idlewild & SoakZone Rt. 30 East, Ligonier, PA 724-238-3666 www.idlewild.com Kennywood Amusement Park 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin, PA 412-461-0500 www.kennywood.com

Kentucky Kingdom and Hurricane Bay 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 502-813-8200 www.kentuckykingdom.com King’s Island Kings Island Drive, Mason, OH 513-754-5700 www.visitkingsisland.com King’s Dominion 16000 Theme Park Way, Doswell,VA 804-876-5000 www.kingsdominion.com Six Flags America 13710 Central Avenue, Bowie/Mitchellville, MD 301-249-1500 ww.sixflags.com/America 

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ith limited resources, animal shelter groups across the country work tirelessly to help animals in need find the homes they deserve.

More than four million dogs enter animal shelters each year – making awareness about these often forgotten animals more important than ever. With this in mind, the PEDIGREE® brand recently launched its See What Good Food Can Do™ campaign. The campaign features real stories of shelter dogs, their caregivers and the dogs’ new families – showcasing the impact some extra attention, good food and loving care can make in shelter dogs’ lives. Along with fellow dog lovers, such as baseball player David Ortiz, actor Josh Duhamel and recording artist Miranda Lambert, the company is asking people across the country to help transform the lives of shelter dogs.

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• Bagged ice on site/Dumpsters on site • Pets allowed (leashed)

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Helping at home There are many ways to show your support for animals in need.

Here are some options you can pursue to help transform shelter animals into pets with loving homes within your community.

• Consider pet adoption. With so many wonderful pets in need of homes, check out your local pet shelter when considering a new pet.

• Hold a supply drive. Gather your friends and co-workers to chip in for a supply drive for a shelter organization close to home. From chew toys to towels, these facilities are always in need of extra supplies to keep their operations in good standing.

• Volunteer as a family. Share the gift of volunteering with those closest to you by scheduling an afternoon at a local animal shelter.

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By committing to just a few of these life-saving efforts, you’ll be doing your part to support shelter animals that so greatly need your help. 

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• Tell your story. Every dog owner has a tale to tell, and PEDIGREE® is calling on America to share their stories. Every time dog lovers tell their tale of what their dog means to them, using #DogTales on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, PEDIGREE® will donate a bowl of food to a shelter in need.*

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Water Parks

Summer West Virginia’s

Water Parks

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

Clarksburg Splash Zone Aquatic Ctr 1 Clarksburg Park Way, Nutter Fort, WV 304.624.1655 www.cityparksofclarksburg.com

Lewis County Park/Pool 257 Smith Run Rd. Weston, WV 304.269.6599 http://lewiscountypark.com

Water Ways – WV’s Water Park 111 Water Way, Julian, WV 304-369-6125 www.waterwayspark.com/

Dollywood Splash Country 2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd., Pigeon Forge, TN 800-DOLLYWOOD / (800-365-5996) http://www.dollywood.com/waterpark

Marion County Wave Pool 2-98 Wave Tech Pool Road, Fairmont, WV 304.363.7037

Waves Of Fun Water Park 1 Valley Park Dr., Hurricane, WV 304-562-0518 www.putnamcountyparks.net Putnam County parks department, Waves of Fun was the first water park in West Virginia to include a wave pool.

Also two-story high water slide, wave pool with adjacant beach. See ad on page 21. 

Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains Water Park 1 Great Wolf Drive, Scotrun, PA 800.768.9653 www.greatwolf.com/poconos

Sandcastle Water Park 1000 Sandcastle Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 412-462-6666 www.sandcastlewaterpark.com Water Country USA 176 Water Country Pkwy, Williamsburg, VA 813-987-5600 www.watercountryusa.com

JayDee's Family Fun Center 2332 Henshaw Road, Inwood, WV 304.229.4343 http://jaydeesfun.com

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Family Matters

5 Tips for Working From Home During the Summer Work-At-Home Parent (WAHP) Series - Part 3

by Kerrie McLoughlin

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t’s hard for kids to understand the concept that “Mommy or Daddy has to work,” especially in the summertime when fun is supposed to rule. Of course you can attempt to get everything done early in the morning or late at night while they sleep, but that doesn’t always work out. I'm often asked how I work from home while caring for my own 5 children, as well as having extra kids over during the summer. Here are a few of my own ideas for making summer work for everyone!

TRADE CARE

TEACH THEM I'm talking about chores here. There's no reason you should be working a job AND doing everything at home when the kids get to live there, eat there, sleep there and benefit in other ways from your income (or maybe you are just working to make ends meet, in which case the kids need to understand that, too). Teaching them how to do basic tasks and using a chore chart is going to save you a lot of time. It's up to you if you want to give them an allowance.

Also keep easy food choices stocked so the kids can fend for themselves for snacks and drinks. Juice pouches rock, as do granola bars, cut-up fruit, nuts, cheese slices and those crustless PB&Js.

FIND OTHER WORK-AT-HOME PARENTS Find other work-at-home parents (WAHPs) in your area using a safe tool like Meetup.com and you can do an Adult Working Playdate!

KEEP 'EM OCCUPIED Google “indoor activities for kids” when it's super hot outside.

Here's one: let them do a carpet picnic for lunch in front of the TV, and they'll be happy for an hour! Perler beads are a great distraction, and same for fort-building. And if they are dying to get outside, just go mobile and take your laptop outside so you can supervise their fun while you get something done. It’s also a treat for the kids and worktime for you if you take them to an indoor restaurant with a playplace!

WEAR 'EM OUT

So … did you notice the part where I said to get out of the house and take them somewhere? This means a break for you. You can't work 16 hours a day, people! It's not healthy! Set your goal for the day, knock it out and head out, and don't check that blasted iPhone.

This is time for the kids only!  Kerrie McLoughlin is the homeschooling, work-at-home mom of 5 kidlets and also hunts for time to blog about it over at Make Money From Home (http://getpublishedparentingmags.com).

Get a bunch of work done in the morning, then take them out to

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My next door neighbor's kid often knocks at my door to play while his dad is making work telephone calls from his own home. I'm a proofer/writer, so I can be interrupted and don’t need total silence, whereas his dad needs periods of absolute quiet to conduct his business. Believe it or not, tossing his kid into the mix often helps me out because now my kids have someone new to play with! If I take his kid a few days a week, he often reciprocates by watching my kids for a few hours on the weekend. If you have family who enjoys taking your child for a few hours and have a kid who can detach easily, take advantage of this!

the pool, a park, a nature center, the zoo, ANYWHERE for a few hours. They'll be nice and tired when they get home and maybe you can even get them to take naps! I've never had luck with that, so I turn on a movie or some educational TV and let them watch while I get a nice hour of uninterrupted work time.

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2011 Parks & Museums Directory State Parks

Summer West Virginia’s

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

WV State Parks

Audra State Park Buckhannon, WV (Upshur County) 304-457-1162 / 1-800-CALL WVA www.audrastatepark.com

Bluestone State Park Hinton, WV (Summers County) 304-466-2805 http://www.bluestonesp.com

Cathedral State Park Aurora, WV (Preston County) 304-735-3771 www.cathedralstatepark.com

Babcock State Park Clifftop, WV (Fayette County) 304-438-3004 or 800-225-5982 www.babcocksp.com

Cacapon Resort State Park Berkeley Springs, WV (Morgan County) 304-258-1022 http://www.cacaponresort.com

Cedar Creek State Park Glenville, WV (Gilmer County) 304-462-7158 www.cedarcreeksp.com

Beartown State Park Hillsboro, WV (Pocahontas County) 304-653-4254 http://www.beartownstatepark.com Beech Fork State Park Barboursville, WV (Cabell County) 304-528-5794 Berkeley Springs State Park Berkeley Springs, WV (Morgan County) 304-258-2711 or 800-225-5982 http://www.berkeleyspringssp.com

Camp Creek State Park Camp Creek, WV (Mercer County) 304-425-9481 http://www.campcreekstatepark.com Canaan Valley Resort State Park, Davis, WV (Tucker County) 304-866-4121/800-622-4121 www.canaanresort.com Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park Summersville, WV (Nicholas County) 304-872-0825 http://www.carnifexferrybattlefieldstatepark.com Cass Scenic Railroad State Park Cass, WV (Pocahontas County) 304-456-4300 www.cassrailroad.com

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Blackwater Falls State Park Davis, WV (Tucker County) 304-259-5216 800-225-5982 http://www.blackwaterfalls.com Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park Parkersburg, WV (Wood County) 304-420-4800 http://www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com

Cass Scenic Railroad State Park offers excursions that transport you back in time and lets you relive an era of steam-driven locomotives. Train rides, picnicking, gift shop, museum, family-friendly, restaurant/dining, rental cottages. An unforgettable adventure.

See ad on page 3.

Cheif Logan State Park Logan, WV (Logan County) 304-792-7125 www.chiefloganstatepark.com Hawks Nest State Park Ansted, WV (Fayette County) 304-658-5212 http://www.hawksnestsp.com Holly River State Park Hacker Valley, WV (Webster County) 304-493-6353 / www.hollyriver.com Little Beaver State Park Beaver, WV (Raleigh County) 304-763-2494 http://www.littlebeaverstatepark.com Lost River State Park Mathias, WV (Hardy County) 304-897-5372 http://www.lostriversp.com Moncove Lake State Park Gap Mills, WV (Monroe County) 304-772-3450 http://www.moncovelakestatepark.com North Bend State Park, Cairo, WV (Ritchie County) 304-643-2931 www.northbendrailtrailstatepark.com Pinnacle Rock State Park Bramwell, WV (Mercer County) 304-248-8565 http://www.pinnaclerockstatepark.com continued

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Editor’s SUMMER Picks: Kalencom's Potette Plus is a clean potty for any child anytime anyplace. Can fit in a purse or diaper bag. Perfect for keeping in the car, boat, camper or RV, Potette Plus uses self-absorbing, leak-proof liners that can be disposed of like diapers. The 2-in-1 Potette Plus can even be used as a portable trainer toilet seat for use in a bathroom. Thanks to Potette Plus, children can go when they need to without the worry of unsanitary gas stations or truck stops. $16.00

Seat Belt Snoozer Easily attach this plush cover to a seat belt shoulder strap with its Velcro strips to provide a soft and plump spot for a child’s head. Shaped like the number 7, Seat Belt Snoozer can be used by all children as long as they big enough to be out of a car seat.

Available in pink or red, there is a Seat Belt Snoozer for every young passenger. $30.00 kalencom.com

MADiL offers a fun and unique flip flop with interchangeable color bands and fun charms. Express your individual style by designing MADiL combinations to match your outfit, sports team colors, nail polish, or mood. MADiL will give $1 for every pair of flip flops purchased to help fund cleft repair surgeries for children worldwide. Women & girls sizes. Flip Flops (each pair comes with bands and a charm) - $19.99-22.99, extra band colors (6 pair) - $7.99, extra charms - $3.99 - $11.99 www.mymadil.com

Pouchee: The Purse Organizer That Fits Your Life Most women will agree, our purses are a mess (we practically live out of them daily) - wallet, keys, makeup, bills, reading glasses, cell phone, feminine products, gum or mints... If you are a mom, you also carry wipes, tissues, photos of the kids, toys, snacks, and medicine. Summer complicates things even more... now you have to carry sunscreen and sunglasses too. No wonder purse styles have gotten bigger. However, most purses have only one large compartment, so all of these items fall to the bottom and leave you digging. The Pouchee purse organizer keeps essentials organized inside any bag - purse, tote, diaper bag, pool bag, or backpack. It has pockets for credit cards, a pen, lipstick, money, phone, and more. Also great for when you have to change purses or bags in a hurry. Cotton canvas, suede, or leather, many colors, patterns, and animal prints.

7.5"x5.25"x3.5" $ Prices vary. www.pouchee.com 

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Summer West Virginia’s

WV State Parks continued

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

Pipestem Resort State Park Pipestem, WV (Summers County) 304-466-1800 http://www.pipestemresort.com

Stonewall Resort State Park Roanoke, WV (Lewis County) 304-269-0523 http://www.stonewallresort.com

Prickett’s Fort State Park Fairmont, WV (Marion County) 304-363-3030 www.prickettsfortstatepark.com

Tomlinson Run State Park New Manchester, WV (Hancock County) 304-564-3651 http://www.tomlinsonrunsp.com

A day-use historical and recreational park featuring a historic fort, Job Prickett House, museum, demonstrations of pioneer life, special seasonal events, outdoor dramas, hiking, fishing, camping nearby, picnicking. See ad on page 20.

Twin Falls Resort State Park Mullens, WV (Wyoming County) 304-294-4000 http://www.twinfallsresort.com Tygart Lake State Park Grafton, WV (Taylor County) 304-265-6144 www.tygartlake.com Valley Falls State Park Fairmont, WV (Marion County) 304-367-2719

www.valleyfallsstatepark.com Watoga State Park Marlinton, WV (Pocahontas County) 304-799-4087 http://www.watoga.com Watters Smith Memorial State Park Lost Creek, WV (Harrison County) 304-745-3081 www.watterssmithstatepark.com 

Websites: www.wvcommerce.org www.wvstateparks.com This listing is for information only and does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of facilities, accommodations, or services. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information in this listing, it is recommended to call ahead to confirm information provided.

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 Quick Bits We've Got You Covered Important Sunscreen Information for your Family!

Sunscreen Sprays Should Be Avoided Near Open Flames or Sparks The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reported incidents in which people wearing sunscreen spray near sources of flame (barbecue grill, camp fire, citronella candles, lighting a cigarette, etc...) suffered significant burns that required medical treatment. The same is true for other spray products such as hairspray and insect repellents. Even some non-spray sunscreens may contain flammable ingredients. The specific products reported to have in these cases were recalled, however many other sunscreen sprays contain flammable ingredients, most commonly alcohol. The incidents suggest that there is a possibility of catching fire even after spraying and the sunscreen is dry. The FDA recommends that while applying and wearing sunscreen products labeled as flammable, do not smoke, and avoid open flames from lighting cigarettes, grills, candles, spark, or other ignition sources.

-Kiki Bochi, Managing Editor of Broward Family Life

Protecting Babies from the Sun According to the Columbus Children's Hospital health experts, infants six (6) months of age and under should be kept out of the sun completely. Sunscreen should not be used on children this young because babies have more sensitive skin. If your baby must be in the sun, dress him/her in lightweight clothes that cover the whole body and a hat with a brim to shade the face and cover with an umbrella for shade.

- Columbus Children's Hospital

FDA Warnings for Expired Sunscreen

Safe, effective, and most widely used laser system to treat varicose veins.

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Summer evening classes for all ages begin June 2

June & July

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July & August

Dance Intensives and Master Classes

for dancers 10 years old and up who want to hone their existing skills and experience new styles of dance

Morgantown Dance Studio For information or to register call 304-292-3266 or visit us at www.morgantowndance.org

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Sunscreen products can lose their effectiveness when stored for a long time. The Food & Drug Administration says that not all sunscreens have the same ingredients and therefore might degrade over time or faster than another.

WV Family Magazine put some common sunscreen brands to the test.

Our experiment consisted of using Ultraviolet-sensitive beads and a collection of new and expired sunscreens. (No specific brands will be noted in this piece because we are not promoting brands, this was for experiment purposes to determine if sunscreen expires.)

Our controlled testing compared new and old sunscreen of the same brand and same SPF amounts. Our experiments found that expired sunscreens do indeed lose their effectiveness, and some can even accelerated and/or intensified sun exposure.

It is a good idea to look at the expiration date before using sunscreen and when purchasing sunscreen. The FDA requires that all sunscreens retain their original strength for at least 2-3 years, however, from manufacturing to boxing, and from shipping to stocking the shelves at the store - dates could be close to expiring. Most expiration dates can be found stamped on the crimp of the product packaging tube or printed on the bottom of the product carton. 

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Children's Science Centers

Summer

Children's Museums & Science Centers

West Virginia’s

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

For the Kids, By George! Children's Museum 229 E. Martin Street , Martinsburg, WV 304-264-9977 www.forthekidsbygeorge.org

Photo by Carnegie Science Center

Carnegie Science Center One Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA www.carnegiesciencecenter.org Children's Discovery Museum of WV Mountaineer Mall, 5000 Greenbag Road, Morgantown, WV 304-292-4646 www.cdmwv.org

Youth Museum of Southern WV 509 Ewart Ave, Beckley, WV 304-252-3730 www.beckley.org/youth_museum/index.html 

Image by For the Kids, By George!

The Children's Museum of the Ohio Valley 1000 Main Street, Wheeling, WV 304-214-5437 www.cmovkids.org The Clay Center's Avampato Discovery Museum One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 304-561-3570 www.theclaycenter.org

Photo by Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of WV

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Morgantown 1261 Suncrest Towne Center Drive, 2nd Floor Morgantown, WV 26505 Mon-Fri

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Summer 2014 July 3-5 WV Freedom Festival Logan, WV 304-752-3036 www.facebook.com/WVFreedomFestival

August 3-9 Tyler County Fair Middlebourne, WV 304-758-2349 www.tylercountyfair.org

July 8-12 Nicholas County Fair Summersville, WV 304-872-1454

August 4-9 Mannington District Fair Mannington, WV 304-986-1911 www.manningtondistrictfair.org

July 9-12 Lewis County Fair WVU Jackson’s Mill, WV 304-269-7328 www.lewiscountyfair.com July 11-12 Bridgeport Benedum Festival Bridgeport City Park, WV 304-842-8240 www.bridgeport.com/parksandrec July 12-19 Putnam County Fair Eleanor, WV 304.586.4001 www.putnamcountyfair-wv.com July 19 Kids Day Morgantown, WV 10 am - 2pm 304-2920168 www.downtownmorgantown.com July 21-27 Cabell County Fair Milton, WV www.cabellcountyfair.org

July 26-Aug 2 Tri-County Fair Petersburg, WV 304-538-2278 www.tri-countyfairwv.com July 28-Aug 2 Monongalia County Fair Morgantown, WV 304.291-7201 www.moncountyfair.org July 29-Aug 2 Braxton County Fair Sutton, WV 304.765-0333 www.braxtoncountyfairwv.com July 31 -Aug 2 WV Blackberry Festival Nutter Fort, WV 304-622-3206 www.wvblackberry.com

August 8-16 The State Fair of WV Lewisburg, WV 304-645-1090 www.statefairofwv.com August 15-17 Parkersburg Homecoming Festival Parkersburg, WV 304-315-2010 www.parkersburg-homecoming.com August 17-23 Jefferson County Fair Kearneysville, WV 304-724-1411 www.jeffersoncountyfairwv.org August 19-23 Doddridge County Fair West Union, WV 304-873-1742 www.doddridgecountyfair.com August 19-23 Tucker County Fair Camp Kidd, Parsons, WV 304-614-0641 www.tuckercountyfair.com

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July 26 WV Hot Dog Festival Huntington, WV 304-525-7788 www.wvhotdogfestival.com

August 8-10 Augusta Festival Elkins, WV 304-637-1209 www.augustaheritagecenter.org

August 22-24 Appalachian Festival Beckley, WV 304-252-7328 www.appalachianfestival.net August 23-30 Barbour County Fair Philippi, WV 304-823-1328 www.barbourcountyfair.com August 29-31 36th Annual WV Italian Heritage Festival Clarksburg, WV 304-622-7314 www.wvihf.com 

This listing is for information only and does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of events.

It is suggested to call ahead or verify dates and locations with websites provided.

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Adventure/Challenge Courses

Summer West Virginia’s

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

Ace Adventure Resort New River Gorge, WV 304.469.2651 / 800-787-3982 www.aceraft.com/Family A world of adventure in one place! Featured on the Travel Channel - Extreme Resorts!

Don't let the kids have all the fun - join them!

Part water park and part climbing gym. Zip Line tours, rock climbing and rappelling, hiking, kayaking, Mud Obstacle Course, Paintball, ATV tours, nighttime zipping, horseback riding, Teambuilding challenges, white water rafting, fishing, Kids Camp, and more.

Something for everyone! Packages, lodging, groups. See ad on page 2.

Adventure/Challenge Courses Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry 408 Alstadts Hill Rd., Harpers Ferry, WV 304 535 2663 http://www.harpersferryadventurepark.com Adventure WV Challenge Course 2001 Rec Center Dr, Morgantown, WV. 304.293.5221 http://adventurechallenge.wvu.edu/challenge-course

New River Jetboats - Scenic Tours - Get the Best View of the New River Gorge Bridge!

49 Hawks Nest Park Road, Ansted, WV 304-469-2525/304-640-0924 www.newriverjetboats.com See ad on page 10.

Burning Rock Outdoor Adventure Park 171 Burning Rock Drive, Sophia, WV 877-683-9240 / 304-683-9242 http://www.burningrockwv.com/ Class VI Mountain River Lansing, WV (Fayette County) 866-811-3800 http://class-vi.com Nelson Rocks Outdoor Center 141 Nelson Gap Road, Circleville, WV 877-435-4842 / 304-567-3169 http://www.NelsonRocksOutdoorCenter.com New River Gorge National River Glen Jean, WV 304-574-2115 www.nps.gov/neri org or www.newrivergorgecvb.com photo by Class VI

Grand Vue Park 250 Trail Drive, Moundsville, WV 304-845-9810 / http://grandvuepark.com

TreeTops Canopy Tour & Gravity Zip Lines One Ames Heights Road, Lansing, WV 866-811-3800 /http://www.canopytourwv. com 

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Deadline for the next issue is July 22, 2014. The next issue will be on shelves September & October. It will include FALL events, activities, and entertainment.

Send us your family-friendly event. Call 304-472-4528 or email: info@wvfamilymagazine.com.

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Horseback Riding - Mountain Trail Rides, 255 Freeland, Davis, WV. Horseback riding in the beautiful mountains of Canaan Valley, WV. 304866-4652 www.mountaintrailrides.com. See ad on page 22.

Private Music Lessons Saint Paul School of Music LIFE UMC Clarksburg and Fairmont locations. New students accepted anytime. Beginner - Advanced. Ages 5 & up. 304-366-3758.

P.U.R.R. WV Adoption Events are ongoing at various locations around North Central WV. P.U.R.R. WV is a no-kill cat rescue Please go to http://www.purrwv.org/html/events.html for dates and locations. See ad on page 21.

Studio Kids Classes at The Wow Factory, Morgantown, WV. Ages 5-12 Tuesday or Thursdays 4:30 p.m. $15 per session. 304-599-2WOW (2969) www. thewowfactoryonline.com. See ad on page 23.

Monongalia County Health Department 453 VanVoorhis Rd., Morgantown, WV 304-598-5119 Offers personal health services including: Family Planning, Breast and Cervical cancer screening, Dental care for all ages, Immunizations and Free STD testing.

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WVU Community Music Program ongoing summer term registration.

Morgantown, WV. Group classes and private music lessons, community music events, summer camps, and more. 304-293-6946. http://music.wvu. edu/community_music_program.

Register for summer camps now!

Check out our Online Camp Fair at www.WVFamilyOnline.com for summer camps and a click-through click to take you to their website.

Also see our back issues online - Mar/Apr 2014 and May/June 2014 for this year's Annual Summer Camps & Programs Guide & Directory!

Library Summer Reading Programs. Fizz, Boom, Read is this year's theme for the Summer Reading Program at your local library. Contact your library for reading programs and incentives for children all ages.

Monongalia County Health Department WIC (Women, Infants, and Children Program) 1000 Elmer Prince Drive, Morgantown,, WV. Offers nutritious foods, nutrition counseling and breast feeding support free of charge to pregnant women, postpartum women, infants, children up to the age of five.Immunizations are also provided free of charge to eligible children participating in the WIC program. Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30. Evening appointments available. 304-598-5181. continued on page 21

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Zoos/Animal Centers

Summer West Virginia’s

Zoos/Animal Centers

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

Good Zoo at Oglebay Oglebay Resort & Conference Center 465 Lodge Drive, Wheeling, WV 304-243-4030 or 304-243-4000 www.oglebay-resort.com/goodzoo/

Farm Discovery Center at Blackwater Falls State Park 1003 Blackwater Lodge Road, Davis, WV 304-866-4652 http://www.mountaintrailrides.com/ farmdiscovery.html Hands-on activities, combined with friendly animals, interactive and other exhibits to teach children and adults about agriculture.

See ad on page 22.

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium 1 Wild Pl Pittsburgh, PA. 412-665-3640 www.pittsburghzoo.org West Virginia Wildlife Center 163 Wildlife Road, French Creek, WV 304-924-6211 www.wvdnr.gov/wildlife/wildlifecenter.shtm WestVirginia Zoo/Hovatters Wildlife Zoo 291 Wagner Lane, Kingwood, WV 304-329-3122 www.westvirginiazoo.com

Barnyard Babies - A Canaan Valley Petting Zoo 255 Freeland Road, Davis, WV 304-866-4652 www.mountaintrailrides.com/petting.html Mountain Trail Rides offers a petting zoo where children can pet and play with friendly farm animals in a clean, kid-friendly environment. Giant rabbits, gregarious goats, and more! Admission $2.50 per person (under 2 years free). We also have a play area for little ones.

Hand-led horse rides available for additional fee. (Barnyard Buddy VIP Pass $15 - includes petting zoo, hand-led horse ride, a cup of food to feed the animals, a t-shirt or bag of mining rough, and a cowboy hat!) See ad on page 22. 

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For graduation rates, median debt, and other important info, visit our website: www.oicwv.org

This summer bring the family and visit Pricketts Fort. There is something for everyone!

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Festival Fridays Jawbone Park, Buckhannon, WV. Every Friday all summer long starting June 6. 5-8 p.m. Live music, entertainment, demonstrations, food, WV grown produce, handmade products, kids' activities. 304473-1400. visitbuckhannon.org.

Whittaker Wednesdays at Cass Scenic Railroad, Cass, WV. Any Wednesday this summer, a child rides free to Whittaker Station when accompanied by a paying adult. See ad on page 3 for summer time schedule and fares.

Philippi Public Library Summer Reading Camps: for children ages 4 through 7 and ages 8 through 12. Prizes, games, special activities, and other incentives to encourage children to read or to be read to during the summer. 304-457-3495. http://philippi.lib.wv.us.

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JULY July is National Hot Dog Month.

July is National Recreation & Parks Month.

July 4 Independence Day Happy Birthday America!

July 11 Wings of Wonder - Birds of Prey Holly River State Park, Hacker Valley, WV. 3:00 p.m. Birds of Prey Education Program featuring live birds native to West Virginia to learn about owls, hawks and eagles. injury to each species and the laws protecting these special birds. No fee to attend.

Open to the public. 304-493-6353. www.hollyriver.com/packages.html.

July 11 Seeking Asylum - A Mid-Summer MusicFest Trans-Allegheny Asylum, Weston, WV. A full day of Country, Rock, and Bluegrass. Lawn games, food and craft vendors, guided tour of asylum, The Haunted Ward, laughter and high spirited-fun. 304-269-5070.

P.eople U.nited for R.escue & R.ehabilitation P.U.R.R. West Virginia Inc.

Too often cats are not valued in our rescue system. P.U.R.R. is changes reality for cats and kittens everyday, by giving them the care and value they deserve. Your donations will help us help them!

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June 30-July 6 The Greenbrier Classic White Sulphur Springs, WV. The 2014 PGA Tour FedEx Cup series is a premier golf tournament. Also, the new Kids Zone, Ford vehicle giveaway, patrons park, 5K Run. Concert Series: Maroon 5 July 4 at 9:30 pm. Jimmy Buffett July 5 at 9:30 pm. 304536-5322. www.greenbrierclassic.com.

Learn how to soothe a crying baby at www.purplecrying.info/

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July 11 Heston Arts and Music Festival (HAM Festival) Pleasant Valley, WV. Featuring non-stop live musical performances, as well as artists, artisans, and craftsmen showcasing and selling wares such as fine art, sculptures, folk art, pottery, jewelry, and more. 304-366-9463. http:// hestonfarm.com.

July 12 Burnsville Burnout! Burnsville, WV. The Mountain Lakes FARC presents motorcycle and car show. Free and open to the public. Live Music, food, and games for the kids. 304-644-3890. www.facebook.com/ braxtoncountycvb.

July 13 International Sports Jamboree North Bend State Park, Cairo, WV. This event engages physically challenged youth from throughout the U.S. and Canada in the field of recreation. It has created opportunities through the sponsorship of dedicated volunteers. 304-623-3148. www. northbendsp.com/Special/special.html.

July 15-19 ACO World Championship of Cornhole IX Charleston Civic Center, Charleston, WV. Join hundreds of players from all over, come experience the Worlds Greatest Cornhole Event. The place cornholin’ dreams are born. 888-563-2002. www.americancornhole.com.

Waves of Fun Water Park

Plunge down the tube slideSurprising twists and turns on the body slidesSplash in the gigantic wave poolWade in the rolling surf Admission Children 5-11 Seniors

$10.00 $8.00 $8.00

Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sunday 12 noon - 7 p.m.

In August will close at 6:00 p.m.

(Please call in advance, dates & hours are subject to change)

July 17-19 Blue-Gray Shrine Horse Show Bluefield City Park, Bluefield, WV. 45th Annual horse show. Riders from all over the East Coast compete for the coveted blue ribbons. Great family fun. 304-425-8498. www.visitmercercounty.com.

1 Valley Park Drive Hurricane, WV 25526 Office 304-562-0518 ext.10

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July 13 Scenic Mountain Triathlon Richwood, WV. Very scenic race which is entirely within the Monongahela National Forest. Swim in mountain top lake. Bike along a clear trout stream. Run out and back to the Cranberry Glades from the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center. Family friendly event. 304-846-6790. www.scenicmountaintriathlon.com.

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More Family Fun

Summer West Virginia’s

ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad 315 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV 877-MTN-RAIL www.mountainrailwv.com Unique rail adventures take you through deep canyons featuring narrow passages, cascading rivers, and unspoiled mountains. Heritage and fun on five mountain rail excursions - choose your adventure and have the time of your life.

See ad on page 17. American Mountain Theater 49 Martin Street, Elkins, WV 304-630-3040 http://americanmountaintheater.com

Life's a Journey ...

Enjoy the Ride!

• Hands-on Activities • Friendly Animals • Interactive exhibits

1003 Blackwater Lodge Road, Davis, WV 26260 (Follow park signs to the Petting Zoo)

304.259.5611

Canaan Valley, West Virginia

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Guided horseback rides In the Mountains! in beautiful Canaan Valley, WV OPEN YEAR 'ROUND! Gift ShopPetting ZooAdventure Cave Gem MiningField TripsChild Care • Gift Shop • Petting Zoo •&Adventure Cave • Gem Mining • Lodging Dining nearby

255 Freeland Rd, Davis WV 26260 in Canaan Valley

304.866.4652

More Family Fun

Mountain Trail Rides 255 Freeland Road, Davis, WV 304-866-4652 www.mountaintrailrides.com Offering many unique experiences: horseback riding through open fields and wooded acres on the area’s best horses (ages 6 and up), visit our Barnyard Babies Petting Zoo, hand-led pony rides (under 6 years), wagon rides (must have advance notice). Groups are welcome.

(Groups of 15 or more receive special discount.) Bring the whole family, church group, scouting group, daycare, or classroom field trip. See ad on page 22. Camden Park 5000 Waverly Road, Huntington, WV. 1-866-8CAMDEN www.camdenpark.com JayDee's Family Fun Center 2332 Henshaw Road, Inwood, WV 304-229-4343 http://jaydeesfun.com Mylan Park 500 Mylan Park Lane, Morgantown, WV 304-983-2318 http://www.mylanpark.com Pump Up the Fun 6759 Merritts Creek Road, Huntington,

The WOW! Factory 3453 University Avenue, Star City, WV 304-5992969 (2WOW) wowfactoryonline.com A locally-owned craft based fun center for everyone!

Select your piece of pottery and create your masterpiece. The Wow Factory staff will glaze and fire your piece and it will be ready for pick up in about one week.

Also glass fusing - make jewelry, bowls, vases, sushi plates, and more. Create a picture frame, table top, or room decor with colorful mosaic tiles. Friendly staff to assist you throughout every step of the process. No admission fee, pay for your projects only.

Also available: children's class, summer day camps, tween workshops, and more - check website for weekly themes. See ad on page 23.

WV 304-733-2386 http://pumpupthefun.com Suburban Lanes Bowling Center 735-A Chestnut Ridge Road, Morgantown, WV 304-599-3522 http://suburbanlanes.com Valley Worlds of Fun 2017 Pleasant Valley Road, Fairmont WV 304-366-2500 www.valleyworldsoffun.com 

*Be sure to tell them that you saw them in West Virginia FAMILY Magazine!* This listing is for information only and does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of facilities, accommodations, or services. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information in this listing, it is recommended to call ahead to confirm information provided.

MountainTrailRides.com Farm Discovery Center

at Blackwater Falls State Park Petting ZooInteractive ExhibitsAntique Farm RelicsHands-On Activities Fun For Everyone 1003 Blackwater Lodge Rd., Davis, WV www.farmdiscoverycenter.com

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Lil Jammaz Hip Hop dance Co.

July 19 Kids Day

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Morgantown, WV. 10 am - 2pm Kids will take over the downtown with more than 60 scheduled events. 304-292-0168. www.downtownmorgantown.com.

Registration!

July 19 The Great WV Train Race Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad, Elkins, WV. The Race of the year! Steam vs. Diesel - which will be the most powerful mountain climbing train. All day event features BBQ and live entertainment. 1-877-MTN-RAIL http://mountainrailwv.com July 20 West Virginia Day Celebration WV Wildlife Center, French Creek, WV. Celebrate WV's 151st Birthday. A day to recognize our state's heritage. Cake, refreshments, live entertainment. 304-924-6211. www. wvdnr.gov/wildlife/wildlifecenter.shtm.

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Morgantowns ONLY Hip Hop Company!

Styles Offered: • Hip Hop • Breakdancing • tap • Baton • Jazz • Tumbling • & 5 Competition Teams!

Lil' Jammaz Hip Hop Co. 1389 Saratoga Ave., Star City 304-997-0692 liljammazdance@aol.com

July 25-26 Blast From the Past Downtown Buckhannon, WV. Travel past in time to 1950's & 1960's with Block Party. Classic and antique vehicles, live music, entertainment. 304-473-1400. http://visitbuckhannon.org.

AUGUST August 1-2 WV's Largest Yard Sale Lewis & Upshur County, WV. Hundreds of yard sales throughout the two counties. Enjoy these historic and charming towns, the beautiful scenery, and finding bargains. 304-473-1400 www.visitbuckhannon.org.

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August 6 Kids Games - Prickett's Fort State Park Fairmont, WV. Bring the kids to the fort and we will have some fun and educational activities for them to experience. Must be accompanied by an adult and regular admission applies. 304-363-3030. www.prickettsfortstatepark.com.

The State Fair of WV Traditions You Treasure August 8-16

Memories are made and traditions are treasured at the State Fair of WV. Carnival, concessions, competitions, livestock exhibits and shows, comedy, performances, nightly concerts, flea market, and more. See concert listings in ad on page 6.

SUMMER CAMPS AND SATURDAY ART CLASSES NOW ENROLLING!

Lewisburg, WV 304-645-1090

www.statefairofwv.com

West Virginia Family Magazine  www.WVFamilyOnline.com

August 9-10 The Enemy Among Us: Defending Harpers Ferry During the War of 1812 Harpers Ferry, WV. 11 am-4pm. Visit a Living History 1812 military recruitment station at the town’s oldest structure, the 1782 Tavern built by Robert Harper. See how the town’s citizens react to the British invasion and the response by the Armory workers. www.nps.gov/hafe.

August 9 Wild West Weekend Durbin Greenbrier Valley RailRoad, Durbin, WV. An opportunity to ride a steam driven Old #3 with a cast of Western characters who take over the weekend. 877-686-7245. http:// mountainrailwv.com.

August 15-17 Parkersburg Homecoming Festival Downtown Parkersburg, WV. National entertainment, land and water events, fireworks, carnival rides, arts and crafts, flea market, petting zoo and half marathon. www. parkersburg-homecoming.com.

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August 29-31 36th Annual WV Italian Heritage Festival Clarksburg, WV. The WVIHF has been rated among the "Top 100 Events in North America" by the ABA, a "Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society" & one of the "Top 4 Italian Festival's" in the nation by the National Sons of Italy. 304-622-7314. www.wvihf.com facebook.com/WVIHF. 

Winner of Mother's Day GiveAway!

Congratulations to Patricia Currence of Buckhannon, WV.

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School-Based Health Centers . . . . . healthy children make better students

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Community Care's School-Based Health Services focus on a wide variety of pediatric care. In the schools, we provide comprehensive pediatric care for children in pre-K through high school. Our medical personnel provide a family centered approach to improving the health and well-being of children. Research shows that healthy children perform better in the classroom.

School-Based Health Services (including, but not limited to): Vaccinations & Immunizations Childhood infections Well-Child exams & School sports physicals Chronic illnesses such as asthma, allergies, diabetes, obesity, sickle cell anemia and seizures Accidents & Injuries Attention Deficit Disorder (diagnosis and treatment) Nutrition counseling Vision & Hearing screenings 24-hour on-call physician coverage

Did you know your child can receive his/her SPORTS PHYSICAL at our School-Based Health Centers?

Community Care of West Virginia is the largest School-Based Health organization in West Virginia!

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