In a step to encourage children to go outside and explore their local parks, the National Park Trust has organized the National Kids to Parks Day set for tomorrow, May 18, 2013. An event to celebrate this will be hosted by the Charleston Parks and Recreation in Charleston, WV at Magic Island, on the confluence of Elk River into Kanawha River.
Dubbed the “Let’s Move Outside and Play,” this is a free event that features several activities that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. The event will kick off …
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Title: Contemporary Youth Arts Company presents “Holly Grove”Location: WVSU Capitol CenterLink out: Click hereDescription: This is a world premier of the latest Kehde/Scarpelli musical drama. One of the most tragic periods in the history of West Virginia is brought to the stage in “Holly Grove”, a new musical drama by the award winning creative duo of Mark Scarpelli and Dan Kehde. Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Cabin Creek/Paint Creek Mine War of 1913, Holly Grove celebrates the bravery and courage of the striking miners and their families as …
Title: The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present Civil WarLocation: State Culture Center TheaterLink out: Click hereDescription: The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present The Civil War at the West Virginia Culture Center Theater as part of the State of West Virginia Sesquicentennial and FestivALL Charleston 2013.
Showtimes are June 20, 2013 at 4:00 p.m., June 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., June 22, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., and June 23, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Written by Gregory Boyd and Frank Wildhorn, with lyrics by Jack Murphy …
Title: WV Celebration ConcertLocation: Kanawha State ForestLink out: Click hereDescription: Celebrate West Virginia’s 150th Birthday at Kanawha State Forest. A concert by the Kanawha Valley Community Band begins at 3:00 p.m. at the swimming pool area.
Open to the public. No fee to attend except a smile and a to have a great time!
Contact: 304-558-3500Date: 2013-06-16
Title: Miss & Mr. Pride of West Virginia 2013Location: Charleston Civic CenterLink out: Click hereDescription: Saturday, June 1, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Ave, Regina! (That’s “Hail the Queen” in Latin, y’all.) We hope you’re prepared for the drag event of the summer. It’s much more than just a pageant, it’s the biggest show of the year!
Featuring performances by your 2012 Miss & Mr. Pride of West Virginia, Aubree Ryann and Ronnie Lawson, along with a glorious array of special guests and your hostess …
In a step to encourage children to go outside and explore their local parks, the National Park Trust has organized the National Kids to Parks Day set for tomorrow, May 18, 2013. An event to celebrate this will be hosted by the Charleston Parks and Recreation in Charleston, WV at Magic Island, on the confluence of Elk River into Kanawha River.
Dubbed the “Let’s Move Outside and Play,” this is a free event that features several activities that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. The event will kick off …
On its 91st season, the Kanawha Players presents John Frederick Matheus, a mix of talks and performances of the writer’s life and works. This performance will be on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Kanawha Players Theater on Beauregard Street.
Born in September 10, 1887 in Keyser, WV, John Frede Matheus, is known for his short stories, poetry, and plays that centers on characters and themes relevant to African-Americans. It was during the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920′s that he was most active in his writing, winning first …
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Dress rentals range from $20 to $50 per night, with …
Title: Cabela’s King Kat Fishing TournamentLocation: Kanawha RiverLink out: Click hereDescription: Two person teams will fish the Kanawha River from the Winfield Dam to the Chelyan Bridge for catfish in the largest catfish tournament organization in the nation. Teams compete for cash prizes and bragging rights in this catch and release style tournament.
This is a family friendly tournament and features The King Kat Kid’s Fishing Rodeo. The rodeo is free for youngsters 12 and under with prizes in every category.
Start Date: 2013-06-14End Date: 2013-06-15
Title: Kids RodeoLocation: 2000 Coonskin Dr Charleston WV Kanwha CountyLink out: Click hereDescription: Over 40 kids participated in the free King Kat Fishing Rodeo held at the Ft. Massac State Park- Trout Pond. At the Fishing Rodeo each child signed up for a chance to win scholarship money which will be drawn for at the Cabela’s Crappie USA Classic to be held October 24th-27th, 2012 on the Barkley/Kentucky Lakes at Cadiz, Kentucky. Outdoor Promotions and our anglers have contributed nearly $310,000.00 to the “Outdoor Promotion Kids” Scholarships since 1997. We …
Title: 2nd Annual Capitol City Biker BashLocation: Kanawha BlvdLink out: Click hereDescription: The 2nd Annual Capitol City Biker Bash (CCBB) will be held on Thursday, June 13, through Saturday, June 15, 2013. With safety and security being primary, our goal is to provide the biker community with enjoyable comradery and fun, great riding opportunities throughout West Virginia and unique entertainment. While the purpose of our rally is to entertain the rider, we also give back to our community.
This year, the CCBB has partnered with HospiceCare as its charity of …
