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September 2019
Gauley Season!
The world-class Gauley River runs 24 days in 2019 - these special dates coincide with dam releases to bring Summersville Lake down to winter pool making for an incredible rafting adventure. Release dates are: September: 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30, October: 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 19, 20. The Lower Gauley is a fun, exciting trip suitable for beginners as well as those looking for adventure. Typical minimum…
Find out more »Chasing Pablo
You may have seen TV shows and documentaries, or read books about the world’s wealthiest, and most violent drug trafficker, but now you have the opportunity to hear the real story of what happened in the investigation of Pablo Escobar and the Medellin Cartel. DEA special agents Javier Peña and Steve Murphy were assigned as the lead investigators targeting Escobar and his organization. Their presentation is followed by a Q&A opportunity during which Javier and Steve will entertain questions related to…
Find out more »Mount Hope Jubilee
This is a community event that is held ever year in the little coal heritage town of Mount Hope WV. Friday, September 20 - Alumni Meet & Greet 4pm - 6pm; Street Dance 7 pm - 9 pm Saturday, September 21- 9:30 am music begins, 10 am parade, vendors and live music throughout the day.
Find out more »Historic Fayette Theatre Performances & Events
Feb. 22 & 23 Songwriters' Festival benefiting CODA Mountain Academy March 22, 23, 29, 30, 31, April 5, 6, 7 Dorothy in Wonderland May 4 - WWII Living History Festival (showing WWII era films) July 5,6,7,12,13,14,19,20,21 Smoke on the Mountain August 16 & 17 Jazz & Blues Festival September 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 & October 4, 5,6 Play: To Be Advised November 29, 30 & December 1,6,7,8 On Christmas Day in the Morning
Find out more »The Giant Fall Flea Market & Antique Show
The annual event showcases over two hundred indoor & outdoor vendors selling antiques, collectibles, crafts, new & used merchandise. Visit the Flea Market from 8 am to 6 pm on Friday & Saturday, then 9 am to 3 pm on Sunday. Free parking is available in the Fair's main parking lot across Rt-219.
Find out more »Carlene Carter Performance
Carlene Carter has been releasing music for almost four decades. The daughter of June Carter Cash and country star Carl Smith, and stepdaughter of Johnny Cash, she is the physical embodiment of the Carter Family in the 21st century. Tickets are $20/$25. For tickets or more information call or visit the website.
Find out more »The Diary of Anne Frank
A Play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackette Based upon: "Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl". Newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman The Heartbreaking ale of a young Jewish girl trapped in one of history's most terrifying eras. While in hiding from Nazis, Anne Frank confronts the dark reality of her situation with wit, bravery and unshaking honesty to emerge as one of the most inspiring figures of the 20th century.
Find out more »Live Music at the Grove
Enjoy some of the best live music & art at The Grove. All shows start at 8pm - $5 cover unless otherwise noted Sept 1 - Loose Cattle with The Carpenter Ants Sept 5 - Art Opening: Featuring the Photography of Kevin Umbel Sept 6 - Virginia Ground Sept 7 - Height Keech Sept 8 - Grayson Wills Sept 11 - Benefit for Sib Weatherford Sept 13 - Pierce Edens Sept 14 - Peope's Blues of Richmone Sept 20 -…
Find out more »Live Music at The Room Upstairs
Enjoy some live music from The Room Upstairs. May 24th- Natural Born Leaders June 14th- CassieRaye July 19th- Damn Tall Buildings Aug 2nd- Parachute Brigade Sept 20th- Lobo Marino Oct 4th- Delnora Reed & Friends Oct 17th- Andrew Adkins Nov 1st- Option 22 Dec 6th- The Charleston Rogues
Find out more »37th Annual Lumberjackin’ Bluegrassin’ Jamboree
The 37th Annual Lumberjackin' Bluegrassin' Festival will have 3 teams competing in the Lumberjack Events: WVU, Ohio State University, and Dabney S. Lancaster Community College The competition is Saturday September 21st beginning at 10 am. The events for the competition are: Ax Throw Log Roll Two Man Bucking Chain Saw One man Bucking Bolt Split Underhand chop Pole fell The Lumberjack Festival hosts area craft & food vendors for Saturday and Sunday. Joining us this year is Ivan and The…
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