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SUMMARY:Hidden History Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Schedule of Events\nSeptember 16\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Life of Coal Miners at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear what it was like to be a coal miner in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of the many challenges faced by the laborers.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Fireside Tales on the Trail (Reservations Requested) at Grandview Visitor Center (1-mile easy walk)\nHear tales of Appalachia along the trail and around the campfire. These family-friendly tales will include local legends\, folklore\, and a few spooky stories. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\n\nSeptember 17\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm – Nuttallburg Headhouse Hike at Short Creek Trailhead (2 miles with moderate to strenuous terrain)\nSee the area’s most intact 1920s-era headhouse and coal conveyor in the New River Gorge on this hike to the historic Nuttallburg mine. Hear what work was like both in and outside the mine for workers at this site.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm– History Patio Talk: Jobs on the Railroad at Thurmond Visitor Center\nWorking on the railroad was more than just hard work. For many\, it presented the chance for lifelong jobs. Join a ranger in the historic town of Thurmond to learn more about the different types of railroad jobs and see if you have what it takes to work your way up the ranks.\n12:00 pm to 3:00 pm – Graham House Annual Chili Dinner at Graham House\nVisit the historic Graham House\, one of West Virginia’s oldest homes built in the 1770s. Explore this historic house that still looks much like it did 200 years ago\, plus enjoy this annual chili dinner. Tour the house\, take a turn at churning apple butter\, enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider\, listen to live music\, and shop local vendors. The event is free; the chili dinner is $10.00.\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Industries of the Boom at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear how the industries of coal\, railroad\, and timber once thrived in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of those busy days gone by.\n2:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Follow the River Walk and Movie at Summers County Visitor Center\nExplore the story of Mary Draper Ingles\, whose family settled along New River in the 1750s. This two-part program includes a walk to a subsistence farm and an evening movie in town. Parking is available in town.\n\n2:00 – 5:00 pm WALK – Meet at Summers County VC for this walk from Hinton Historic District to the Richmond Hamilton Farm and back. Listen to Mary’s story along the way\, enjoy refreshments at the farm with a ranger\, then back to Hinton. Wear comfortable walking shoes.\n5:00 pm Dinner on your own\n7:00 pm MOVIE – Meet at Hinton City Park to watch the movie Follow the River\, the story of Mary Draper Ingles. Bring a blanket or chair. Be prepared for the weather.\n\nSeptember 18\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm – Living with the Landscape at Grandview Visitor Center (0.5-mile easy walk)\nExplore the remains of the old Carper family farmstead and orchard. Learn how early gorge residents learned to live with the natural landscape on this leisurely stroll.\n3:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Carnifex Civil War Battlefield Tour at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park (1 mile easy walk)\nStep back in time at a place where history happened in 1861. Walk the battlefield site\, cemetery\, and see the Patterson house to learn more about what happened here during the Civil War.\nSeptember 22\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm – Country Roads Walk at Pipestem Resort State Park (1.5 mile easy walk)\nExplore the area’s pre-park history on this walk to old farm sites\, foundations\, and more\, painting a picture of the past.\n\nSeptember 23\n10:00 am to 1:00 pm – History’s Helpers: Nuttallburg Tipple Veg Cleanup (Reservations Requested) at Nuttallburg Bottom\nLend a hand at the historic site of Nuttallburg by joining National Park Service staff to manage aggressive vegetation around the coal tipple. Hand tools will be used for this resource stewardship project. Bring water and lunch. Wear work boots\, long pants\, and sleeves. Bring work gloves and safety glasses or some will be available. 15-participant limit. \nTravel Notice: Keeney’s Creek Road is a small single-lane road with some rough areas. Vehicles with moderate clearance are recommended. Be prepared to maneuver with oncoming traffic\, including backing up.\n7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Haunted History Hike (Reservations Requested) at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk)\nHear legends and stories from Appalachia into the dark of night. Program not recommended for children under nine years old. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 24\n9:30 am to 11:00 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 1: Dun Glen and Church Hike at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk with a short strenuous section)\nExplore the spirited side of history on this Thurmond area tour\, from religious to rowdy. First hike to the First Baptist Church and cemetery\, an African American church used for nearly 70 years. Then car caravan to the site of Southside where saloons and gambling halls once thrived. Wear good hiking shoes. Bring water. Be prepared for a small section of steep terrain.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Historic Hinton Walking Tours at Summers County Visitor Center (0.75-mile walk)\nDiscover the rich history of Hinton as you take a guided walking tour of the town with trivia tossed in. Snack bags are provided as well as special gifts for those that find the answers to the trivia questions.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n11:00 am to 12:30 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 2: Thurmond and Church Walk at Thurmond Depot Visitor Center (0.5 mile easy to moderate walk)\nContinue this look at the more spirited side of history on this tour of downtown Thurmond. Explore the business district\, plus go behind the scenes on an inside tour of the church. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Appalachian Early Days at Richmond Hamilton Farm\nCome and go as you please to learn more about early Appalachian lifeways traditions. Explore the historic site of Richmond Hamilton Farm to learn more about traditional tools\, musical instruments\, quilting\, foods of the time\, and more at talks and demonstrations\n2:00 pm to 3:30 pm – Diamonds in the Coal Fields: Coal Camp Baseball at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nTake a closer look at America’s favorite pastime\, baseball. Learn the importance this sport played in the coal towns of the gorge and region\, followed by a screening of WV Public Broadcastings documentary Extra Innings: Coal Camp Baseball.\n6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Sounds of Time at Pipestem Resort State Park\nEnjoy this “sounds of time” in a mixed media Las Vegas-style variety show of musical flavors from the 1950s to today’s hot hits. Dress for evening weather for this free\, family-friendly performance.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Sunset on the Farm into Night (Reservations Requested) at Trump Lily Farm (0.5-mile easy walk)\nDiscover what life was like on a southern Appalachian subsistence farm around 1900. Historic homes and farm buildings help paint a picture of the past\, but the coming of the night puts life on the farm in a new light. Explore the farm at sunset then continue with star watching. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 25\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 5:00 pm – Sounds of Appalachia at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nExplore how the tradition of music and verse rings throughout Appalachia. Hands-on activities\, talks\, and performances throughout the day bring the heart of these traditions to life.\n\n10:00 am to 11:00 am HiSTORY Through Verse: a Family Storytelling Mini-workshop. Everyone makes history! That history is often told through stories\, often in verse and song. Hear tales and tunes that breathe life into historic places\, plus try your hand at preserving your own stories.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm Hands-on Appalachian Instruments. Hear how traditional mountain music was often created with tools people had on hand\, from washboards to pop bottles. See how combining these tools with traditional instruments like a dulcimer can create beautiful music in this hands-on talk.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Origins of Appalachian Instruments. See traditional Appalachian instruments and hear how these musical tools were introduced to this mountain region. Hear songs that were influenced by these early traditional tunes.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Enjoy diverse musical performances by regional musicians\, from Bluegrass to gospel. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.\n\n11:00 am to 5:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm – Brooklyn Mine Hike at Brooklyn Mine Trailhead through Active Southern West Virginia (5-mile moderate hike)\nGet active in the park with Active SWV Community Captain Linda Stein to explore the historic coal mine site of Brooklyn. Old industry foundations and the mine entrance help paint the picture of what it was like at this once-booming coal mine operation in the early 1900s. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Historic Bramwell Walking Tour at Coal Heritage Interpretive Center (four-block easy walk)\nJoin Mayor Louise Stoker for a sidewalk tour of historic downtown Bramwell. Hear stories about this town and the coal operators who lived here in the early 1900s.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/hidden-history-weekend-5/
LOCATION:New River Gorge National Park\, WV\, United States
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SUMMARY:3 Days of Hiking on Peters Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Monroe is excited that things are moving forward with the WV Scenic Trails Association Annual Trek.  September 16\, 17 & 18th\, the organized hike will take place in Monroe County on Section 4 of the Allegheny Trail.  Each day’s itinerary is planned to be suitable for those who would like to hike and then return home or to their Airbnb at the end of the day.  This hike is perfect for those wanting to hike all three days and camp along the route or at Moncove Lake State Park too.  Days one and two will start from Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory on Limestone Hill Road at the top of Peters Mountain near Waiteville\, WV.   For the full itinerary\, meal\, and shuttle information\, visit the event page\, www.wvscenictrails.org/trek. Those wanting to participate are asked to register on that website to ensure ample shuttles are available.  Contact Justin(304-860-9735) or myself with questions.  Please pass this along to your family\, friends\, neighbors\, and others in hospitality.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/3-days-of-hiking-on-peters-mountain-3/
LOCATION:Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory\, Monroe County\, WV\, USA\, West Virginia\, United States
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SUMMARY:New River Gorge SUP Races
DESCRIPTION:The New River Gorge Stand Up Paddle Board Race will be held at Fayette Station on the New River. This event coincides with Gauley Festival to offer America’s Best Whitewater venues\, the New River and the Gauley River.\nThe event will consist of three race events. The fee is $35 per person flat rate. There is no fee for the youth race.\nRegistration: https://runsignup.com/…/Fayetteville/NewRiverGorgeSUPRaces. Proceeds will benefit the Fayette County Outdoor Club for local high school students.\nAttainment Race ~ this race is class one whitewater paddling upriver against the river current. This race is appropriate for beginner paddlers who have experience paddling on rivers.\nYouth SUP Race ~ a short buoy course to inspire young athletes.\nDownriver Whitewater Race ~ this mass start race offers head-to-head competition through class 2 and class 3 whitewater. Paddlers will also encounter long flat-water pools between rapids.\nRules for the race:\n– racers are required to use the same board for all events\n– racers are not to wear leashes with the head-to-head races\n– PFD and helmets are required\n– racers need to provide their own equipment\nRacers will receive:\n– snacks and water during the events\n– DJ tunes and announcements\n– the timing of the Attainment and Downriver Races\n– professional photos\n– race jerseys\n– after party awards with lunch\n– shuttle will be provided after the Downriver Race\nAdditional sponsors are needed. Please message through this event page for details.\nVolunteers are needed for river safety\, parking\, and timing.\nEnjoy previous race recaps here:\nNRG SUP Race 2017: https://activeswv.org/stand-up-for-healthy-communities\nNRG SUP Race results for 2011-2016: www.nrgsuprace.com\nRegistration and additional details will be added closer to the race event. Join this event page to stay up to date on logistics.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/new-river-gorge-sup-races/
LOCATION:Fayette Station\, New River\, WV\, USA\, West Virginia\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hidden History Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Schedule of Events\nSeptember 16\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Life of Coal Miners at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear what it was like to be a coal miner in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of the many challenges faced by the laborers.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Fireside Tales on the Trail (Reservations Requested) at Grandview Visitor Center (1-mile easy walk)\nHear tales of Appalachia along the trail and around the campfire. These family-friendly tales will include local legends\, folklore\, and a few spooky stories. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\n\nSeptember 17\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm – Nuttallburg Headhouse Hike at Short Creek Trailhead (2 miles with moderate to strenuous terrain)\nSee the area’s most intact 1920s-era headhouse and coal conveyor in the New River Gorge on this hike to the historic Nuttallburg mine. Hear what work was like both in and outside the mine for workers at this site.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm– History Patio Talk: Jobs on the Railroad at Thurmond Visitor Center\nWorking on the railroad was more than just hard work. For many\, it presented the chance for lifelong jobs. Join a ranger in the historic town of Thurmond to learn more about the different types of railroad jobs and see if you have what it takes to work your way up the ranks.\n12:00 pm to 3:00 pm – Graham House Annual Chili Dinner at Graham House\nVisit the historic Graham House\, one of West Virginia’s oldest homes built in the 1770s. Explore this historic house that still looks much like it did 200 years ago\, plus enjoy this annual chili dinner. Tour the house\, take a turn at churning apple butter\, enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider\, listen to live music\, and shop local vendors. The event is free; the chili dinner is $10.00.\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Industries of the Boom at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear how the industries of coal\, railroad\, and timber once thrived in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of those busy days gone by.\n2:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Follow the River Walk and Movie at Summers County Visitor Center\nExplore the story of Mary Draper Ingles\, whose family settled along New River in the 1750s. This two-part program includes a walk to a subsistence farm and an evening movie in town. Parking is available in town.\n\n2:00 – 5:00 pm WALK – Meet at Summers County VC for this walk from Hinton Historic District to the Richmond Hamilton Farm and back. Listen to Mary’s story along the way\, enjoy refreshments at the farm with a ranger\, then back to Hinton. Wear comfortable walking shoes.\n5:00 pm Dinner on your own\n7:00 pm MOVIE – Meet at Hinton City Park to watch the movie Follow the River\, the story of Mary Draper Ingles. Bring a blanket or chair. Be prepared for the weather.\n\nSeptember 18\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm – Living with the Landscape at Grandview Visitor Center (0.5-mile easy walk)\nExplore the remains of the old Carper family farmstead and orchard. Learn how early gorge residents learned to live with the natural landscape on this leisurely stroll.\n3:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Carnifex Civil War Battlefield Tour at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park (1 mile easy walk)\nStep back in time at a place where history happened in 1861. Walk the battlefield site\, cemetery\, and see the Patterson house to learn more about what happened here during the Civil War.\nSeptember 22\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm – Country Roads Walk at Pipestem Resort State Park (1.5 mile easy walk)\nExplore the area’s pre-park history on this walk to old farm sites\, foundations\, and more\, painting a picture of the past.\n\nSeptember 23\n10:00 am to 1:00 pm – History’s Helpers: Nuttallburg Tipple Veg Cleanup (Reservations Requested) at Nuttallburg Bottom\nLend a hand at the historic site of Nuttallburg by joining National Park Service staff to manage aggressive vegetation around the coal tipple. Hand tools will be used for this resource stewardship project. Bring water and lunch. Wear work boots\, long pants\, and sleeves. Bring work gloves and safety glasses or some will be available. 15-participant limit. \nTravel Notice: Keeney’s Creek Road is a small single-lane road with some rough areas. Vehicles with moderate clearance are recommended. Be prepared to maneuver with oncoming traffic\, including backing up.\n7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Haunted History Hike (Reservations Requested) at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk)\nHear legends and stories from Appalachia into the dark of night. Program not recommended for children under nine years old. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 24\n9:30 am to 11:00 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 1: Dun Glen and Church Hike at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk with a short strenuous section)\nExplore the spirited side of history on this Thurmond area tour\, from religious to rowdy. First hike to the First Baptist Church and cemetery\, an African American church used for nearly 70 years. Then car caravan to the site of Southside where saloons and gambling halls once thrived. Wear good hiking shoes. Bring water. Be prepared for a small section of steep terrain.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Historic Hinton Walking Tours at Summers County Visitor Center (0.75-mile walk)\nDiscover the rich history of Hinton as you take a guided walking tour of the town with trivia tossed in. Snack bags are provided as well as special gifts for those that find the answers to the trivia questions.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n11:00 am to 12:30 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 2: Thurmond and Church Walk at Thurmond Depot Visitor Center (0.5 mile easy to moderate walk)\nContinue this look at the more spirited side of history on this tour of downtown Thurmond. Explore the business district\, plus go behind the scenes on an inside tour of the church. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Appalachian Early Days at Richmond Hamilton Farm\nCome and go as you please to learn more about early Appalachian lifeways traditions. Explore the historic site of Richmond Hamilton Farm to learn more about traditional tools\, musical instruments\, quilting\, foods of the time\, and more at talks and demonstrations\n2:00 pm to 3:30 pm – Diamonds in the Coal Fields: Coal Camp Baseball at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nTake a closer look at America’s favorite pastime\, baseball. Learn the importance this sport played in the coal towns of the gorge and region\, followed by a screening of WV Public Broadcastings documentary Extra Innings: Coal Camp Baseball.\n6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Sounds of Time at Pipestem Resort State Park\nEnjoy this “sounds of time” in a mixed media Las Vegas-style variety show of musical flavors from the 1950s to today’s hot hits. Dress for evening weather for this free\, family-friendly performance.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Sunset on the Farm into Night (Reservations Requested) at Trump Lily Farm (0.5-mile easy walk)\nDiscover what life was like on a southern Appalachian subsistence farm around 1900. Historic homes and farm buildings help paint a picture of the past\, but the coming of the night puts life on the farm in a new light. Explore the farm at sunset then continue with star watching. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 25\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 5:00 pm – Sounds of Appalachia at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nExplore how the tradition of music and verse rings throughout Appalachia. Hands-on activities\, talks\, and performances throughout the day bring the heart of these traditions to life.\n\n10:00 am to 11:00 am HiSTORY Through Verse: a Family Storytelling Mini-workshop. Everyone makes history! That history is often told through stories\, often in verse and song. Hear tales and tunes that breathe life into historic places\, plus try your hand at preserving your own stories.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm Hands-on Appalachian Instruments. Hear how traditional mountain music was often created with tools people had on hand\, from washboards to pop bottles. See how combining these tools with traditional instruments like a dulcimer can create beautiful music in this hands-on talk.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Origins of Appalachian Instruments. See traditional Appalachian instruments and hear how these musical tools were introduced to this mountain region. Hear songs that were influenced by these early traditional tunes.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Enjoy diverse musical performances by regional musicians\, from Bluegrass to gospel. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.\n\n11:00 am to 5:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm – Brooklyn Mine Hike at Brooklyn Mine Trailhead through Active Southern West Virginia (5-mile moderate hike)\nGet active in the park with Active SWV Community Captain Linda Stein to explore the historic coal mine site of Brooklyn. Old industry foundations and the mine entrance help paint the picture of what it was like at this once-booming coal mine operation in the early 1900s. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Historic Bramwell Walking Tour at Coal Heritage Interpretive Center (four-block easy walk)\nJoin Mayor Louise Stoker for a sidewalk tour of historic downtown Bramwell. Hear stories about this town and the coal operators who lived here in the early 1900s.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/hidden-history-weekend-6/
LOCATION:New River Gorge National Park\, WV\, United States
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SUMMARY:TRIVIA NIGHT @ The Lost Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Tacos\, trivia\, and good times every Thursday\, all summer long at ACE AdventureResort’s The Lost Paddle. Enjoy all-you-can-eat tacos for only $12 plus a full bar\nfeaturing 12+ beers on tap. Trivia kicks off at 7 pm and will highlight a different\ntheme each week. Weekly winners will get to choose something from the prize table\nand be entered into the yearly grand prize. Drawn on Bridge Day in October the\ngrand prize includes a $500 gift certificate to ACE Adventure Gear and $500 cash\nmoney! You can’t win if you don’t play so come out\, play trivia\, eat tacos and win big! \nTaco Tuesday – All-you-can-eat tacos/ $12.00 \nWeekly Prizes – Prize Table\nSeason Grand Prize \n$500 Cash \n$500 AAG Gift Certificate \nThemes \nSeptember 8 – Classic/Cult 90’s Films \nSeptember 15 – The Simpsons \nSeptember 22 – New Millenium Movies (2000 to 2009) \nSeptember 29 – Smarter than a 5th Grader \nOctober 6 – The Marvel Cinematic Universe \nOctober 13 – Travel the World
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/trivia-night-the-lost-paddle-3/
LOCATION:The Lost Paddle at ACE\, ACE Adventure Resort | West Virginia White Water Rafting\, 1 Concho road\, Oak Hill\, WV 25901\, United States\, Oak Hill\, West Virginia\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hidden History Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Schedule of Events\nSeptember 16\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Life of Coal Miners at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear what it was like to be a coal miner in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of the many challenges faced by the laborers.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Fireside Tales on the Trail (Reservations Requested) at Grandview Visitor Center (1-mile easy walk)\nHear tales of Appalachia along the trail and around the campfire. These family-friendly tales will include local legends\, folklore\, and a few spooky stories. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\n\nSeptember 17\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm – Nuttallburg Headhouse Hike at Short Creek Trailhead (2 miles with moderate to strenuous terrain)\nSee the area’s most intact 1920s-era headhouse and coal conveyor in the New River Gorge on this hike to the historic Nuttallburg mine. Hear what work was like both in and outside the mine for workers at this site.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm– History Patio Talk: Jobs on the Railroad at Thurmond Visitor Center\nWorking on the railroad was more than just hard work. For many\, it presented the chance for lifelong jobs. Join a ranger in the historic town of Thurmond to learn more about the different types of railroad jobs and see if you have what it takes to work your way up the ranks.\n12:00 pm to 3:00 pm – Graham House Annual Chili Dinner at Graham House\nVisit the historic Graham House\, one of West Virginia’s oldest homes built in the 1770s. Explore this historic house that still looks much like it did 200 years ago\, plus enjoy this annual chili dinner. Tour the house\, take a turn at churning apple butter\, enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider\, listen to live music\, and shop local vendors. The event is free; the chili dinner is $10.00.\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Industries of the Boom at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear how the industries of coal\, railroad\, and timber once thrived in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of those busy days gone by.\n2:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Follow the River Walk and Movie at Summers County Visitor Center\nExplore the story of Mary Draper Ingles\, whose family settled along New River in the 1750s. This two-part program includes a walk to a subsistence farm and an evening movie in town. Parking is available in town.\n\n2:00 – 5:00 pm WALK – Meet at Summers County VC for this walk from Hinton Historic District to the Richmond Hamilton Farm and back. Listen to Mary’s story along the way\, enjoy refreshments at the farm with a ranger\, then back to Hinton. Wear comfortable walking shoes.\n5:00 pm Dinner on your own\n7:00 pm MOVIE – Meet at Hinton City Park to watch the movie Follow the River\, the story of Mary Draper Ingles. Bring a blanket or chair. Be prepared for the weather.\n\nSeptember 18\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm – Living with the Landscape at Grandview Visitor Center (0.5-mile easy walk)\nExplore the remains of the old Carper family farmstead and orchard. Learn how early gorge residents learned to live with the natural landscape on this leisurely stroll.\n3:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Carnifex Civil War Battlefield Tour at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park (1 mile easy walk)\nStep back in time at a place where history happened in 1861. Walk the battlefield site\, cemetery\, and see the Patterson house to learn more about what happened here during the Civil War.\nSeptember 22\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm – Country Roads Walk at Pipestem Resort State Park (1.5 mile easy walk)\nExplore the area’s pre-park history on this walk to old farm sites\, foundations\, and more\, painting a picture of the past.\n\nSeptember 23\n10:00 am to 1:00 pm – History’s Helpers: Nuttallburg Tipple Veg Cleanup (Reservations Requested) at Nuttallburg Bottom\nLend a hand at the historic site of Nuttallburg by joining National Park Service staff to manage aggressive vegetation around the coal tipple. Hand tools will be used for this resource stewardship project. Bring water and lunch. Wear work boots\, long pants\, and sleeves. Bring work gloves and safety glasses or some will be available. 15-participant limit. \nTravel Notice: Keeney’s Creek Road is a small single-lane road with some rough areas. Vehicles with moderate clearance are recommended. Be prepared to maneuver with oncoming traffic\, including backing up.\n7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Haunted History Hike (Reservations Requested) at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk)\nHear legends and stories from Appalachia into the dark of night. Program not recommended for children under nine years old. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 24\n9:30 am to 11:00 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 1: Dun Glen and Church Hike at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk with a short strenuous section)\nExplore the spirited side of history on this Thurmond area tour\, from religious to rowdy. First hike to the First Baptist Church and cemetery\, an African American church used for nearly 70 years. Then car caravan to the site of Southside where saloons and gambling halls once thrived. Wear good hiking shoes. Bring water. Be prepared for a small section of steep terrain.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Historic Hinton Walking Tours at Summers County Visitor Center (0.75-mile walk)\nDiscover the rich history of Hinton as you take a guided walking tour of the town with trivia tossed in. Snack bags are provided as well as special gifts for those that find the answers to the trivia questions.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n11:00 am to 12:30 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 2: Thurmond and Church Walk at Thurmond Depot Visitor Center (0.5 mile easy to moderate walk)\nContinue this look at the more spirited side of history on this tour of downtown Thurmond. Explore the business district\, plus go behind the scenes on an inside tour of the church. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Appalachian Early Days at Richmond Hamilton Farm\nCome and go as you please to learn more about early Appalachian lifeways traditions. Explore the historic site of Richmond Hamilton Farm to learn more about traditional tools\, musical instruments\, quilting\, foods of the time\, and more at talks and demonstrations\n2:00 pm to 3:30 pm – Diamonds in the Coal Fields: Coal Camp Baseball at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nTake a closer look at America’s favorite pastime\, baseball. Learn the importance this sport played in the coal towns of the gorge and region\, followed by a screening of WV Public Broadcastings documentary Extra Innings: Coal Camp Baseball.\n6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Sounds of Time at Pipestem Resort State Park\nEnjoy this “sounds of time” in a mixed media Las Vegas-style variety show of musical flavors from the 1950s to today’s hot hits. Dress for evening weather for this free\, family-friendly performance.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Sunset on the Farm into Night (Reservations Requested) at Trump Lily Farm (0.5-mile easy walk)\nDiscover what life was like on a southern Appalachian subsistence farm around 1900. Historic homes and farm buildings help paint a picture of the past\, but the coming of the night puts life on the farm in a new light. Explore the farm at sunset then continue with star watching. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 25\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 5:00 pm – Sounds of Appalachia at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nExplore how the tradition of music and verse rings throughout Appalachia. Hands-on activities\, talks\, and performances throughout the day bring the heart of these traditions to life.\n\n10:00 am to 11:00 am HiSTORY Through Verse: a Family Storytelling Mini-workshop. Everyone makes history! That history is often told through stories\, often in verse and song. Hear tales and tunes that breathe life into historic places\, plus try your hand at preserving your own stories.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm Hands-on Appalachian Instruments. Hear how traditional mountain music was often created with tools people had on hand\, from washboards to pop bottles. See how combining these tools with traditional instruments like a dulcimer can create beautiful music in this hands-on talk.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Origins of Appalachian Instruments. See traditional Appalachian instruments and hear how these musical tools were introduced to this mountain region. Hear songs that were influenced by these early traditional tunes.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Enjoy diverse musical performances by regional musicians\, from Bluegrass to gospel. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.\n\n11:00 am to 5:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm – Brooklyn Mine Hike at Brooklyn Mine Trailhead through Active Southern West Virginia (5-mile moderate hike)\nGet active in the park with Active SWV Community Captain Linda Stein to explore the historic coal mine site of Brooklyn. Old industry foundations and the mine entrance help paint the picture of what it was like at this once-booming coal mine operation in the early 1900s. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Historic Bramwell Walking Tour at Coal Heritage Interpretive Center (four-block easy walk)\nJoin Mayor Louise Stoker for a sidewalk tour of historic downtown Bramwell. Hear stories about this town and the coal operators who lived here in the early 1900s.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/hidden-history-weekend-7/
LOCATION:New River Gorge National Park\, WV\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dancing with the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Our ninth annual Dancing with the Stars event\, hosted by United Way of Southern West Virginia.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/dancing-with-the-stars/
LOCATION:Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center\, Armory Dr\, Beckley\, WV 25801\, USA\, Beckley\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T190000
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SUMMARY:Wild & Wonderful Women's Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy the New River Gorge National Park mountain biking culture in Fayetteville\, WV! Whether you are a local or a visitor\, we would love to have you! Here in Appalachia WV\, we strive to grow the community of women mountain bikers.\nThis will be a weekend retreat full of progression\, camping\, community development (local & national)\, yoga\, and getting our biking legs feeling strong. We will be teaching beginner and intermediate mtn. biking skills all the while getting in mileage in the New River Gorge.\nWe accept all demographics\, ages\, and skill levels! This weekend is about making new friends and embracing the power of formal instruction. No matter what our skill level is\, from beginner to advanced; we can all benefit from formal instruction! Especially\, if we’ve never been through instruction before. There may be things that we think we are doing correctly even though we might have actually been expending more energy than necessary. This is all stuff that we will talk about and work on during our weekend! And if you are the woman that has been looking for a reason to get into a new outdoor activity then this is for you (even if you have never rode on a trail in your life)!!
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/wild-wonderful-womens-weekend/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Bike Farm\, 8263 Gatewood Rd\, Fayetteville\, WV 25840\, USA\, Fayetteville\, West Virginia\, United States
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SUMMARY:Midsummer's Night at Greenbrier Valley Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Greenbrier Valley Theatre Prepares for a World Premiere \nMidsummer’s Night is a brand new piece adapted from William Shakespeare. \n\n                There is a great deal of excitement surrounding Greenbrier Valley Theatre as summer draws to an end. The State Professional Theatre of West Virginia is preparing to produce a world premiere show adapted from the works of arguably the greatest playwright in history\, William Shakespeare. Midsummer’s Night\, will highlight some of the most recognizable moments from works such as Romeo and Juliet\, Twelfth Night\, and many others. \nMidsummer’s Night revolves around Puck as they lead a group of fairies on a quest to understand the complexities of human love. By visiting many of Shakespeare’s most iconic moments and famous text\, the fairies explore the humor\, frivolity\, and truthfulness of the greatest human condition. \nGVT is welcoming seven actors making their debut at the theatre\, including Devon Ahmed as the fairy leader Puck. Joining her are Ian Kramer\, Stephanie LaVardera\, Sam Parrott\, and Jordan Slattery. Sophia DeLeo and Jenna Fawcett round out the cast while adding musical accompaniment to help set the tone and moods of the show. \nProducing Artistic Director Matthew Scott Campbell (Pride and Prejudice\, Little Shop of Horrors) will provide direction alongside GVT newcomer\, Jenna Sulecki. The production will feature original music by Grace Campbell\, scenic design completed by Evan Frank\, costume design by Jenna Fawn Brown\, lighting design by E. Tonry Lathroum\, and sound and prop design by Arron Seams. Elizabeth Salisch serves as the Production Stage Manager and Richard Crowell as the Production Manager. \n“Matt and I wanted to create something that would make Shakespeare more accessible and exciting. Many people shy away from his work because of the difficult language\, so we set out to combine his most human passages to construct a show where people could easily see themselves in the characters and situations\,” said Sulecki. \nNow entering its 55th season\, Greenbrier Valley Theatre\, is a mainstay and theatre destination in Lewisburg\, WV. The arts organization has been further recognized as a “West Virginia Jewel of the Hills\,” awarded the Living the Dream Service Organization Honor Roll by The Martin Luther King\, Jr. Holiday Commission\, and is a multi-year recipient of Non-Profit Business of the Year. GVT boasts a robust series of year-round programming and educational offers with the goal of enlightening\, enriching\, and enliven throughout the region. \nMidsummer’s Night\, promises to delight Shakespeare novices and connoisseurs alike. The show opens at GVT on September 9 and runs through the 24. Tickets are $32 for general seating\, $29 for senior citizens aged 60 and above\, and $20 for students. For more information on tickets\, shows\, and the organization’s history\, visit the theatre’s website: www.gvtheatre.org or call the box office at (304) 645-3838.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/midsummers-night-at-greenbrier-valley-theatre-5/
LOCATION:Greenbrier Valley Theatre\, 1038 E Washington St\, Lewisburg\, WV 24901\, USA\, Lewisburg\, West Virginia\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hidden History Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Schedule of Events\nSeptember 16\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Life of Coal Miners at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear what it was like to be a coal miner in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of the many challenges faced by the laborers.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Fireside Tales on the Trail (Reservations Requested) at Grandview Visitor Center (1-mile easy walk)\nHear tales of Appalachia along the trail and around the campfire. These family-friendly tales will include local legends\, folklore\, and a few spooky stories. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\n\nSeptember 17\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm – Nuttallburg Headhouse Hike at Short Creek Trailhead (2 miles with moderate to strenuous terrain)\nSee the area’s most intact 1920s-era headhouse and coal conveyor in the New River Gorge on this hike to the historic Nuttallburg mine. Hear what work was like both in and outside the mine for workers at this site.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm– History Patio Talk: Jobs on the Railroad at Thurmond Visitor Center\nWorking on the railroad was more than just hard work. For many\, it presented the chance for lifelong jobs. Join a ranger in the historic town of Thurmond to learn more about the different types of railroad jobs and see if you have what it takes to work your way up the ranks.\n12:00 pm to 3:00 pm – Graham House Annual Chili Dinner at Graham House\nVisit the historic Graham House\, one of West Virginia’s oldest homes built in the 1770s. Explore this historic house that still looks much like it did 200 years ago\, plus enjoy this annual chili dinner. Tour the house\, take a turn at churning apple butter\, enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider\, listen to live music\, and shop local vendors. The event is free; the chili dinner is $10.00.\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Industries of the Boom at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear how the industries of coal\, railroad\, and timber once thrived in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of those busy days gone by.\n2:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Follow the River Walk and Movie at Summers County Visitor Center\nExplore the story of Mary Draper Ingles\, whose family settled along New River in the 1750s. This two-part program includes a walk to a subsistence farm and an evening movie in town. Parking is available in town.\n\n2:00 – 5:00 pm WALK – Meet at Summers County VC for this walk from Hinton Historic District to the Richmond Hamilton Farm and back. Listen to Mary’s story along the way\, enjoy refreshments at the farm with a ranger\, then back to Hinton. Wear comfortable walking shoes.\n5:00 pm Dinner on your own\n7:00 pm MOVIE – Meet at Hinton City Park to watch the movie Follow the River\, the story of Mary Draper Ingles. Bring a blanket or chair. Be prepared for the weather.\n\nSeptember 18\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm – Living with the Landscape at Grandview Visitor Center (0.5-mile easy walk)\nExplore the remains of the old Carper family farmstead and orchard. Learn how early gorge residents learned to live with the natural landscape on this leisurely stroll.\n3:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Carnifex Civil War Battlefield Tour at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park (1 mile easy walk)\nStep back in time at a place where history happened in 1861. Walk the battlefield site\, cemetery\, and see the Patterson house to learn more about what happened here during the Civil War.\nSeptember 22\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm – Country Roads Walk at Pipestem Resort State Park (1.5 mile easy walk)\nExplore the area’s pre-park history on this walk to old farm sites\, foundations\, and more\, painting a picture of the past.\n\nSeptember 23\n10:00 am to 1:00 pm – History’s Helpers: Nuttallburg Tipple Veg Cleanup (Reservations Requested) at Nuttallburg Bottom\nLend a hand at the historic site of Nuttallburg by joining National Park Service staff to manage aggressive vegetation around the coal tipple. Hand tools will be used for this resource stewardship project. Bring water and lunch. Wear work boots\, long pants\, and sleeves. Bring work gloves and safety glasses or some will be available. 15-participant limit. \nTravel Notice: Keeney’s Creek Road is a small single-lane road with some rough areas. Vehicles with moderate clearance are recommended. Be prepared to maneuver with oncoming traffic\, including backing up.\n7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Haunted History Hike (Reservations Requested) at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk)\nHear legends and stories from Appalachia into the dark of night. Program not recommended for children under nine years old. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 24\n9:30 am to 11:00 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 1: Dun Glen and Church Hike at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk with a short strenuous section)\nExplore the spirited side of history on this Thurmond area tour\, from religious to rowdy. First hike to the First Baptist Church and cemetery\, an African American church used for nearly 70 years. Then car caravan to the site of Southside where saloons and gambling halls once thrived. Wear good hiking shoes. Bring water. Be prepared for a small section of steep terrain.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Historic Hinton Walking Tours at Summers County Visitor Center (0.75-mile walk)\nDiscover the rich history of Hinton as you take a guided walking tour of the town with trivia tossed in. Snack bags are provided as well as special gifts for those that find the answers to the trivia questions.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n11:00 am to 12:30 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 2: Thurmond and Church Walk at Thurmond Depot Visitor Center (0.5 mile easy to moderate walk)\nContinue this look at the more spirited side of history on this tour of downtown Thurmond. Explore the business district\, plus go behind the scenes on an inside tour of the church. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Appalachian Early Days at Richmond Hamilton Farm\nCome and go as you please to learn more about early Appalachian lifeways traditions. Explore the historic site of Richmond Hamilton Farm to learn more about traditional tools\, musical instruments\, quilting\, foods of the time\, and more at talks and demonstrations\n2:00 pm to 3:30 pm – Diamonds in the Coal Fields: Coal Camp Baseball at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nTake a closer look at America’s favorite pastime\, baseball. Learn the importance this sport played in the coal towns of the gorge and region\, followed by a screening of WV Public Broadcastings documentary Extra Innings: Coal Camp Baseball.\n6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Sounds of Time at Pipestem Resort State Park\nEnjoy this “sounds of time” in a mixed media Las Vegas-style variety show of musical flavors from the 1950s to today’s hot hits. Dress for evening weather for this free\, family-friendly performance.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Sunset on the Farm into Night (Reservations Requested) at Trump Lily Farm (0.5-mile easy walk)\nDiscover what life was like on a southern Appalachian subsistence farm around 1900. Historic homes and farm buildings help paint a picture of the past\, but the coming of the night puts life on the farm in a new light. Explore the farm at sunset then continue with star watching. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 25\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 5:00 pm – Sounds of Appalachia at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nExplore how the tradition of music and verse rings throughout Appalachia. Hands-on activities\, talks\, and performances throughout the day bring the heart of these traditions to life.\n\n10:00 am to 11:00 am HiSTORY Through Verse: a Family Storytelling Mini-workshop. Everyone makes history! That history is often told through stories\, often in verse and song. Hear tales and tunes that breathe life into historic places\, plus try your hand at preserving your own stories.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm Hands-on Appalachian Instruments. Hear how traditional mountain music was often created with tools people had on hand\, from washboards to pop bottles. See how combining these tools with traditional instruments like a dulcimer can create beautiful music in this hands-on talk.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Origins of Appalachian Instruments. See traditional Appalachian instruments and hear how these musical tools were introduced to this mountain region. Hear songs that were influenced by these early traditional tunes.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Enjoy diverse musical performances by regional musicians\, from Bluegrass to gospel. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.\n\n11:00 am to 5:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm – Brooklyn Mine Hike at Brooklyn Mine Trailhead through Active Southern West Virginia (5-mile moderate hike)\nGet active in the park with Active SWV Community Captain Linda Stein to explore the historic coal mine site of Brooklyn. Old industry foundations and the mine entrance help paint the picture of what it was like at this once-booming coal mine operation in the early 1900s. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Historic Bramwell Walking Tour at Coal Heritage Interpretive Center (four-block easy walk)\nJoin Mayor Louise Stoker for a sidewalk tour of historic downtown Bramwell. Hear stories about this town and the coal operators who lived here in the early 1900s.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/hidden-history-weekend-8/
LOCATION:New River Gorge National Park\, WV\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T140000
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SUMMARY:Bass Fishing Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join Lake Stephens on September 24th for their  Lake Stephens Bass Fishing Tournament \n1st place – 50% payout + gift card + fishing pole\n2nd place – 10% payout + gift card\n3rd place – 10% payout\nBiggest Fish Winner – 100% payout\n\n\n to be registered and/or receive the full list of rules and regulations\, please email lakestephenswv@gmail.com
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/bass-fishing-tournament/
LOCATION:Lake Stephens\, Surveyor\, WV 25932\, USA\, Surveyor\, WV\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T100000
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SUMMARY:Autumnfest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the fall season with vendors\, pumpkins\, music and more! Princeton Community Hospital will feature a pumpkin pie eating contest.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/autumnfest/
LOCATION:Downtown Princeton\, Mercer St\, Princeton\, WV 24740\, USA\, Princeton\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T160000
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SUMMARY:Autumn Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Autumn Harvest Festival will take place September 24th from 10 am – 4 pm at the WVU Demonstration Farm\, Willo Bend Road in Union\, WV and will feature food vendors\, live music\, craft vendors\, a hay bale tossing contest\, a flea market and more. Also returning this year are Civil War re-enactors complete with cannon.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/autumn-harvest-festival-2/
LOCATION:WVU Willow Bend Farm\, Willow Bend Road\, Union\, WV 24983\, USA\, Union\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T110000
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SUMMARY:Hot Wheel Show
DESCRIPTION:Hot Wheel\, Match Box\, Johnny Lightning\, and any other cars. Bring them all to this show. This will be our first show at our new Crossroads Mall store\, so come support the new location. Come buy\, Sale\, and trade with an awesome community of people. Spots are $15 a table. We have had great turn outs so come on by setup starts at 10 am Show starts at 11 am.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/hot-wheel-show/
LOCATION:Crossroads Mall\, 2 Crossroads Mall\, Mount Hope\, WV\, 25880\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T143000
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SUMMARY:Midsummer's Night at Greenbrier Valley Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Greenbrier Valley Theatre Prepares for a World Premiere \nMidsummer’s Night is a brand new piece adapted from William Shakespeare. \n\n                There is a great deal of excitement surrounding Greenbrier Valley Theatre as summer draws to an end. The State Professional Theatre of West Virginia is preparing to produce a world premiere show adapted from the works of arguably the greatest playwright in history\, William Shakespeare. Midsummer’s Night\, will highlight some of the most recognizable moments from works such as Romeo and Juliet\, Twelfth Night\, and many others. \nMidsummer’s Night revolves around Puck as they lead a group of fairies on a quest to understand the complexities of human love. By visiting many of Shakespeare’s most iconic moments and famous text\, the fairies explore the humor\, frivolity\, and truthfulness of the greatest human condition. \nGVT is welcoming seven actors making their debut at the theatre\, including Devon Ahmed as the fairy leader Puck. Joining her are Ian Kramer\, Stephanie LaVardera\, Sam Parrott\, and Jordan Slattery. Sophia DeLeo and Jenna Fawcett round out the cast while adding musical accompaniment to help set the tone and moods of the show. \nProducing Artistic Director Matthew Scott Campbell (Pride and Prejudice\, Little Shop of Horrors) will provide direction alongside GVT newcomer\, Jenna Sulecki. The production will feature original music by Grace Campbell\, scenic design completed by Evan Frank\, costume design by Jenna Fawn Brown\, lighting design by E. Tonry Lathroum\, and sound and prop design by Arron Seams. Elizabeth Salisch serves as the Production Stage Manager and Richard Crowell as the Production Manager. \n“Matt and I wanted to create something that would make Shakespeare more accessible and exciting. Many people shy away from his work because of the difficult language\, so we set out to combine his most human passages to construct a show where people could easily see themselves in the characters and situations\,” said Sulecki. \nNow entering its 55th season\, Greenbrier Valley Theatre\, is a mainstay and theatre destination in Lewisburg\, WV. The arts organization has been further recognized as a “West Virginia Jewel of the Hills\,” awarded the Living the Dream Service Organization Honor Roll by The Martin Luther King\, Jr. Holiday Commission\, and is a multi-year recipient of Non-Profit Business of the Year. GVT boasts a robust series of year-round programming and educational offers with the goal of enlightening\, enriching\, and enliven throughout the region. \nMidsummer’s Night\, promises to delight Shakespeare novices and connoisseurs alike. The show opens at GVT on September 9 and runs through the 24. Tickets are $32 for general seating\, $29 for senior citizens aged 60 and above\, and $20 for students. For more information on tickets\, shows\, and the organization’s history\, visit the theatre’s website: www.gvtheatre.org or call the box office at (304) 645-3838.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/midsummers-night-at-greenbrier-valley-theatre-6/
LOCATION:Greenbrier Valley Theatre\, 1038 E Washington St\, Lewisburg\, WV 24901\, USA\, Lewisburg\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T190000
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Oktoberfest celebration featuring live music\, food trucks and some of the best craft beer in the region. Tickets are $35 day of event.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/oktoberfest-in-the-park-3/
LOCATION:Bluefield City Park\, 1780 Stadium Dr\, Bluefield\, WV 24701\, USA\, Bluefield\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T170000
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SUMMARY:Monroe County Education Foundation-Sip and Support
DESCRIPTION:The Monroe County Education Foundation is hosting a “Sip & Support” event at Old World Libitations on September 24th\, 2022. They would like to invite anyone that is interested in learning more about their organization or anyone who would like to join for an evening of celebration and fellowship. The menu will consist of Prime Rib\, Baked Potato\, California Blend Vegetables\, Garden Salad\, and Rolls with an assortment of desserts and a cash bar of Old World Libations wine. There will be a social hour from 5-6 pm with dinner following. There will also be a Silent Auction with some really great prices available. Please call\, text\, or email MCEF Administrator\, Laura Rice at 304-646-2324 or mcefwv@gmail.com to reserve your seat as walk-ins will not be accepted. The price is $75 per person or $125 for two people.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/monroe-county-education-foundation-sip-and-support/
LOCATION:Old World Libations\, 3493 Greenville Road\, Union\, WV\, 24983\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T054139
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SUMMARY:BEX Oddities and Curiosities Fair 2022
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time again – BEX is back with the 3rd annual Oddities and Curiosities Fair! Join us at Word Park in downtown Beckley\, WV on September 24th as we celebrate all things curious\, bizarre\, peculiar\, fantastic\, extraordinary\, offbeat\, and eclectic.\nThis year’s event will feature an open-air marketplace\, wandering performers\, mystics\, readers\, tellers\, live music\, interactive installations\, film screenings\, a ghost hunt\, and our first annual Official Costume Contest!\nAs always\, BEX Oddities is a FREE ADMISSION event — full list of vendors and performers coming soon\, so stay tuned!
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/bex-oddities-and-curiosities-fair-2022/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Beckley Word Park\, Neville Street\, Beckley\, WV 25801\, USA\, Beckley\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T054139
CREATED:20241015T171329Z
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SUMMARY:Midsummer's Night at Greenbrier Valley Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Greenbrier Valley Theatre Prepares for a World Premiere \nMidsummer’s Night is a brand new piece adapted from William Shakespeare. \n\n                There is a great deal of excitement surrounding Greenbrier Valley Theatre as summer draws to an end. The State Professional Theatre of West Virginia is preparing to produce a world premiere show adapted from the works of arguably the greatest playwright in history\, William Shakespeare. Midsummer’s Night\, will highlight some of the most recognizable moments from works such as Romeo and Juliet\, Twelfth Night\, and many others. \nMidsummer’s Night revolves around Puck as they lead a group of fairies on a quest to understand the complexities of human love. By visiting many of Shakespeare’s most iconic moments and famous text\, the fairies explore the humor\, frivolity\, and truthfulness of the greatest human condition. \nGVT is welcoming seven actors making their debut at the theatre\, including Devon Ahmed as the fairy leader Puck. Joining her are Ian Kramer\, Stephanie LaVardera\, Sam Parrott\, and Jordan Slattery. Sophia DeLeo and Jenna Fawcett round out the cast while adding musical accompaniment to help set the tone and moods of the show. \nProducing Artistic Director Matthew Scott Campbell (Pride and Prejudice\, Little Shop of Horrors) will provide direction alongside GVT newcomer\, Jenna Sulecki. The production will feature original music by Grace Campbell\, scenic design completed by Evan Frank\, costume design by Jenna Fawn Brown\, lighting design by E. Tonry Lathroum\, and sound and prop design by Arron Seams. Elizabeth Salisch serves as the Production Stage Manager and Richard Crowell as the Production Manager. \n“Matt and I wanted to create something that would make Shakespeare more accessible and exciting. Many people shy away from his work because of the difficult language\, so we set out to combine his most human passages to construct a show where people could easily see themselves in the characters and situations\,” said Sulecki. \nNow entering its 55th season\, Greenbrier Valley Theatre\, is a mainstay and theatre destination in Lewisburg\, WV. The arts organization has been further recognized as a “West Virginia Jewel of the Hills\,” awarded the Living the Dream Service Organization Honor Roll by The Martin Luther King\, Jr. Holiday Commission\, and is a multi-year recipient of Non-Profit Business of the Year. GVT boasts a robust series of year-round programming and educational offers with the goal of enlightening\, enriching\, and enliven throughout the region. \nMidsummer’s Night\, promises to delight Shakespeare novices and connoisseurs alike. The show opens at GVT on September 9 and runs through the 24. Tickets are $32 for general seating\, $29 for senior citizens aged 60 and above\, and $20 for students. For more information on tickets\, shows\, and the organization’s history\, visit the theatre’s website: www.gvtheatre.org or call the box office at (304) 645-3838.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/midsummers-night-at-greenbrier-valley-theatre-7/
LOCATION:Greenbrier Valley Theatre\, 1038 E Washington St\, Lewisburg\, WV 24901\, USA\, Lewisburg\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T200000
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SUMMARY:Thurmond Ghost Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE Adventure Resort’s Thurmond Ghost Hunt and experience a paranormal investigation in the New River Gorge. We will visit one of the most haunted places inside the park\, Thurmond. We will spend much of our evening exploring the ruins of this old railroad town. This is your chance to investigate the paranormal side of the old train depot\, Main Street on the tracks\, The Lower End\, the Dun Glen Hotel site\, and the Ballyhack district. Use paranormal equipment such as K2 meters\, spirit boxes\, and SLS cameras.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/thurmond-ghost-hunt-6/
LOCATION:Historic Thurmond\, Thurmond\, WV\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T000000
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SUMMARY:Hidden History Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Schedule of Events\nSeptember 16\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Life of Coal Miners at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear what it was like to be a coal miner in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of the many challenges faced by the laborers.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Fireside Tales on the Trail (Reservations Requested) at Grandview Visitor Center (1-mile easy walk)\nHear tales of Appalachia along the trail and around the campfire. These family-friendly tales will include local legends\, folklore\, and a few spooky stories. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\n\nSeptember 17\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm – Nuttallburg Headhouse Hike at Short Creek Trailhead (2 miles with moderate to strenuous terrain)\nSee the area’s most intact 1920s-era headhouse and coal conveyor in the New River Gorge on this hike to the historic Nuttallburg mine. Hear what work was like both in and outside the mine for workers at this site.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm– History Patio Talk: Jobs on the Railroad at Thurmond Visitor Center\nWorking on the railroad was more than just hard work. For many\, it presented the chance for lifelong jobs. Join a ranger in the historic town of Thurmond to learn more about the different types of railroad jobs and see if you have what it takes to work your way up the ranks.\n12:00 pm to 3:00 pm – Graham House Annual Chili Dinner at Graham House\nVisit the historic Graham House\, one of West Virginia’s oldest homes built in the 1770s. Explore this historic house that still looks much like it did 200 years ago\, plus enjoy this annual chili dinner. Tour the house\, take a turn at churning apple butter\, enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider\, listen to live music\, and shop local vendors. The event is free; the chili dinner is $10.00.\n2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – History Patio Talk: Industries of the Boom at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nHear how the industries of coal\, railroad\, and timber once thrived in the New River Gorge in the early 1900s. Tools of the trade and historic photos help paint a picture of those busy days gone by.\n2:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Follow the River Walk and Movie at Summers County Visitor Center\nExplore the story of Mary Draper Ingles\, whose family settled along New River in the 1750s. This two-part program includes a walk to a subsistence farm and an evening movie in town. Parking is available in town.\n\n2:00 – 5:00 pm WALK – Meet at Summers County VC for this walk from Hinton Historic District to the Richmond Hamilton Farm and back. Listen to Mary’s story along the way\, enjoy refreshments at the farm with a ranger\, then back to Hinton. Wear comfortable walking shoes.\n5:00 pm Dinner on your own\n7:00 pm MOVIE – Meet at Hinton City Park to watch the movie Follow the River\, the story of Mary Draper Ingles. Bring a blanket or chair. Be prepared for the weather.\n\nSeptember 18\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm – Living with the Landscape at Grandview Visitor Center (0.5-mile easy walk)\nExplore the remains of the old Carper family farmstead and orchard. Learn how early gorge residents learned to live with the natural landscape on this leisurely stroll.\n3:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Carnifex Civil War Battlefield Tour at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park (1 mile easy walk)\nStep back in time at a place where history happened in 1861. Walk the battlefield site\, cemetery\, and see the Patterson house to learn more about what happened here during the Civil War.\nSeptember 22\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm – Country Roads Walk at Pipestem Resort State Park (1.5 mile easy walk)\nExplore the area’s pre-park history on this walk to old farm sites\, foundations\, and more\, painting a picture of the past.\n\nSeptember 23\n10:00 am to 1:00 pm – History’s Helpers: Nuttallburg Tipple Veg Cleanup (Reservations Requested) at Nuttallburg Bottom\nLend a hand at the historic site of Nuttallburg by joining National Park Service staff to manage aggressive vegetation around the coal tipple. Hand tools will be used for this resource stewardship project. Bring water and lunch. Wear work boots\, long pants\, and sleeves. Bring work gloves and safety glasses or some will be available. 15-participant limit. \nTravel Notice: Keeney’s Creek Road is a small single-lane road with some rough areas. Vehicles with moderate clearance are recommended. Be prepared to maneuver with oncoming traffic\, including backing up.\n7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Haunted History Hike (Reservations Requested) at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk)\nHear legends and stories from Appalachia into the dark of night. Program not recommended for children under nine years old. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 24\n9:30 am to 11:00 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 1: Dun Glen and Church Hike at Rend Trail (2 miles easy walk with a short strenuous section)\nExplore the spirited side of history on this Thurmond area tour\, from religious to rowdy. First hike to the First Baptist Church and cemetery\, an African American church used for nearly 70 years. Then car caravan to the site of Southside where saloons and gambling halls once thrived. Wear good hiking shoes. Bring water. Be prepared for a small section of steep terrain.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 4:00 pm – Historic Hinton Walking Tours at Summers County Visitor Center (0.75-mile walk)\nDiscover the rich history of Hinton as you take a guided walking tour of the town with trivia tossed in. Snack bags are provided as well as special gifts for those that find the answers to the trivia questions.\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n11:00 am to 12:30 pm – Spirits of the Gorge Part 2: Thurmond and Church Walk at Thurmond Depot Visitor Center (0.5 mile easy to moderate walk)\nContinue this look at the more spirited side of history on this tour of downtown Thurmond. Explore the business district\, plus go behind the scenes on an inside tour of the church. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Appalachian Early Days at Richmond Hamilton Farm\nCome and go as you please to learn more about early Appalachian lifeways traditions. Explore the historic site of Richmond Hamilton Farm to learn more about traditional tools\, musical instruments\, quilting\, foods of the time\, and more at talks and demonstrations\n2:00 pm to 3:30 pm – Diamonds in the Coal Fields: Coal Camp Baseball at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nTake a closer look at America’s favorite pastime\, baseball. Learn the importance this sport played in the coal towns of the gorge and region\, followed by a screening of WV Public Broadcastings documentary Extra Innings: Coal Camp Baseball.\n6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Sounds of Time at Pipestem Resort State Park\nEnjoy this “sounds of time” in a mixed media Las Vegas-style variety show of musical flavors from the 1950s to today’s hot hits. Dress for evening weather for this free\, family-friendly performance.\n7:30 pm to 9:30 pm – Sunset on the Farm into Night (Reservations Requested) at Trump Lily Farm (0.5-mile easy walk)\nDiscover what life was like on a southern Appalachian subsistence farm around 1900. Historic homes and farm buildings help paint a picture of the past\, but the coming of the night puts life on the farm in a new light. Explore the farm at sunset then continue with star watching. Wear good walking shoes. Bring a flashlight.\nSeptember 25\n10:00 am to 6:00 pm – Babcock Gristmill Open House at Babcock State Park\nCome and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works.\n10:00 am to 5:00 pm – Sounds of Appalachia at Canyon Rim Visitor Center\nExplore how the tradition of music and verse rings throughout Appalachia. Hands-on activities\, talks\, and performances throughout the day bring the heart of these traditions to life.\n\n10:00 am to 11:00 am HiSTORY Through Verse: a Family Storytelling Mini-workshop. Everyone makes history! That history is often told through stories\, often in verse and song. Hear tales and tunes that breathe life into historic places\, plus try your hand at preserving your own stories.\n11:00 am to 12:00 pm Hands-on Appalachian Instruments. Hear how traditional mountain music was often created with tools people had on hand\, from washboards to pop bottles. See how combining these tools with traditional instruments like a dulcimer can create beautiful music in this hands-on talk.\n1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Origins of Appalachian Instruments. See traditional Appalachian instruments and hear how these musical tools were introduced to this mountain region. Hear songs that were influenced by these early traditional tunes.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Enjoy diverse musical performances by regional musicians\, from Bluegrass to gospel. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.\n\n11:00 am to 5:00 pm – Lumberjack Fall Festival at Twin Falls Resort State Park\nEnjoy live music\, art and craft vendors\, chainsaw artists\, a blacksmith\, hayrides\, food\, and fun activities for kids. Free event unless you purchase from a vendor.\n2:00 pm to 5:00 pm – Brooklyn Mine Hike at Brooklyn Mine Trailhead through Active Southern West Virginia (5-mile moderate hike)\nGet active in the park with Active SWV Community Captain Linda Stein to explore the historic coal mine site of Brooklyn. Old industry foundations and the mine entrance help paint the picture of what it was like at this once-booming coal mine operation in the early 1900s. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water.\n2:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Historic Bramwell Walking Tour at Coal Heritage Interpretive Center (four-block easy walk)\nJoin Mayor Louise Stoker for a sidewalk tour of historic downtown Bramwell. Hear stories about this town and the coal operators who lived here in the early 1900s.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/hidden-history-weekend-9/
LOCATION:New River Gorge National Park\, WV\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T190000
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SUMMARY:TRIVIA NIGHT @ The Lost Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Tacos\, trivia\, and good times every Thursday\, all summer long at ACE AdventureResort’s The Lost Paddle. Enjoy all-you-can-eat tacos for only $12 plus a full bar\nfeaturing 12+ beers on tap. Trivia kicks off at 7 pm and will highlight a different\ntheme each week. Weekly winners will get to choose something from the prize table\nand be entered into the yearly grand prize. Drawn on Bridge Day in October the\ngrand prize includes a $500 gift certificate to ACE Adventure Gear and $500 cash\nmoney! You can’t win if you don’t play so come out\, play trivia\, eat tacos and win big! \nTaco Tuesday – All-you-can-eat tacos/ $12.00 \nWeekly Prizes – Prize Table\nSeason Grand Prize \n$500 Cash \n$500 AAG Gift Certificate \nThemes \nSeptember 8 – Classic/Cult 90’s Films \nSeptember 15 – The Simpsons \nSeptember 22 – New Millenium Movies (2000 to 2009) \nSeptember 29 – Smarter than a 5th Grader \nOctober 6 – The Marvel Cinematic Universe \nOctober 13 – Travel the World
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/trivia-night-the-lost-paddle-4/
LOCATION:The Lost Paddle at ACE\, ACE Adventure Resort | West Virginia White Water Rafting\, 1 Concho road\, Oak Hill\, WV 25901\, United States\, Oak Hill\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T213000
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SUMMARY:Railyard Trivia: Adam Sandler
DESCRIPTION:Join us for what is sure to be one of the funniest trivia themes yet! Adam Sandler has given us some of the most beloved comedies of our time and for this week’s trivia\, we will celebrate all things\, Adam Sandler! Hosted by Matt Deal.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/railyard-trivia-adam-sandler/
LOCATION:The RailYard\, 530 Raleigh St\, Bluefield\, WV\, 24701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T200000
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SUMMARY:Paint Night @ Beckley Art Center
DESCRIPTION:Grab your tickets for an upcoming event! Follow instructor Sandy Shaw to create your own masterpiece! This event is BYOB but snacks will be provided.\nTicket prices are $40/person. Send your fee to paypal.me/hsrc with the memo “paint night” to reserve your ticket today! Ticket price includes your supplies.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/paint-night-beckley-art-center/
LOCATION:Beckley Art Center\, 600 Johnstown Rd\, Beckley\, WV 25801\, USA\, Beckley\, West Virginia\, United States
GEO:37.7775728;-81.1747068
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T190000
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SUMMARY:Big Something @ ACE Adventure Resort
DESCRIPTION:ACE Adventure Resort’s favorite jam band is back in the New River Gorge for one night only this September 30th. Party on the mountaintop and dance with Mountain Music Festival eight-time alumni\, Big Something. Hailing from Greensboro\, North Carolina these boys know how to throw down and we know how to rock with them. Plus Ferdinand The Bull is opening and kicking things off.\nCapacity is limited and this show could very well sell out so don’t wait to get your tickets. Only $20 in advance and $25 day of the show\, if any are left. Cabin rentals are also available this weekend too. Let’s party on the mountain with Big Something this September!
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/big-something-ace-adventure-resort-2/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho road\, Oak Hill\, WV 25901\, United States\, Oak Hill\, West Virginia\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ACE Adventure Resort":MAILTO:ace@aceraft.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T190000
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SUMMARY:Nightmare in the Hills 2022
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Southern West Virginia’s Newest Attraction: Nightmare in the Hills! Open Friday and Saturday Nights in October\, this haunted trail will surely be your newest nightmare. Tickets start at $25 per person. Find out more info and get tickets at www.nightmarewv.com\nThis haunted attraction is recommended for guests 13 years of age or older. THIS HAUNTED TRAIL USES FOG – STROBE LIGHTS – INTENSE SOUND AND LIGHTING EFFECTS – LOW LIGHTING\, WET OR DAMP CONDITIONS – SUDDEN MOVEMENTS – PHYSICALLY DEMANDING ENVIRONMENT – ROUGH/UNEVEN TERRAIN. \nDates: Sept 30\, October 1\, 7\, 8.\,14\, 15\, 21\, 22\, 28\, 29\, and 30th. \n 
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/nightmare-in-the-hills-2022/
LOCATION:Summit Bechtel Reserve\, 2550 Jack Furst Dr\, Glen Jean\, WV 25846\, USA\, Glen Jean\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T193000
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SUMMARY:THE BUTLER DID IT! Historic Fayette Theatre
DESCRIPTION:The very proper butler\, Jenkins\, and the fiery Cockney maid\, Sarah Jane\, are preparing the Covington household for a visit from Edwina Corry\, the world’s greatest mystery author and friend to Lady Miranda and Colonel Covington. Other guests arriving include Lady Covington’s feisty old mother\, their high-flying daughter Kat\, their chatty priest\, and the caddish\, neighbor boy Trevor. Things are soon thrown into confusion\, however\, when someone is found stabbed to death in the kitchen. On her arrival\, Edwina eagerly launches an investigation into the murder. The evidence is stacked against Jenkins. And now he’s got just half an hour to figure out who the murderer is.
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/the-butler-did-it-historic-fayette-theatre/
LOCATION:Historic Fayette Theater\, 115 S Court St\, Fayetteville\, WV 25840\, USA\, Fayetteville\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T160000
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SUMMARY:New River Gorgeous Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Join ACE Adventure Resort for the 21st Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run & Walk. Choose between three race options including a half-marathon\, 10K run\, or a 5-mile walk. All the courses wander through deep hardwood forests and offer spectacular views of the New River and the historic town of Thurmond. Cash prizes are awarded to top finishers plus all racers get a 2022 New River Gorgeous Trail Run race medal when they cross the finish line. The best part? The race happens at ACE Adventure Resort which is the perfect place to spend the entire weekend with family and friends!
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/new-river-gorgeous-trail-run-3/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho road\, Oak Hill\, WV 25901\, United States\, Oak Hill\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T080000
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SUMMARY:5th ANNUAL SUMMIT BLAST
DESCRIPTION:A Day of Shooting in support of a great organization!\nOn behalf of the Summit Bechtel Reserve and Buckskin Council\, the Boy Scouts of America would like to invite you out for a great day of shooting on October 1st. This exciting event includes lunch\, extra shooting opportunities\, and a tour of one of the largest ranges in the United States! Participants will be supplied with a UTV to navigate the course for the day. Shooters should bring their own firearms. We do have a limited number of rental firearms available. We look forward to having you on-site for this exciting event!\nThe Schedule\n8:00am-8:30am Flight 1 Arrival & registration\n8:45amWelcome & safety briefing\n9:00am-noon Flight 1 sporting clays\nNoon-1:00pm Lunch\nNoon-12:30pm Flight 2 Arrival & registration\n1:15 pm Welcome safety briefing\n1:30pm-4:30pm Flight 2 Sporting Clays\nEveryone is welcome back at 5 pm for a reception at Fenneman Hall and Perry Point which includes Hors d’Oeuvres\, drinks\, and music!
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/5th-annual-summit-blast/
LOCATION:Summit Bechtel Reserve\, 2550 Jack Furst Dr\, Glen Jean\, WV 25846\, USA\, Glen Jean\, West Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T120000
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SUMMARY:WGB OKTOBERFEST 2022
DESCRIPTION:Live music\, authentic German cuisine\, games\, activities …. and beer!  Rain? no problem! We will be using our inside stage and heaters will be on the covered deck. Access to all food ordering from St Luke’s and our kitchen.\nMusic Schedule: \nCorey Lee McQuade – 2-4 pm \nAlabaster Boxer – 4:30-6:30 pm \nLords of Lester – 7-9 pm \n 
URL:https://visitwv.com/event/wgb-oktoberfest-2022/
LOCATION:Weathered Ground Brewery\, 2027 Flat Top Rd\, Ghent\, WV 25843\, USA\, Ghent\, West Virginia\, United States
GEO:37.6473951;-81.0971115
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