March 2024 #154
Oscar Night in the Hollywood Hills of West Virginia: Cherished Memories and Future Plans to Revitalize a Community
Doug Hylton had a dream and a love for Ronceverte. The retired military Intelligence Captain also loved silent film actress Gloria Swanson. His desire to revitalize Ronceverte and his collection of Hollywood memorabilia is part of the history behind Gateway Industries’ fundraiser event for a miniature golf course that will be located at Island Park: […]
Good Eats: Good Roads Bakehouse: Strengthening Community in a Unique and Delicious Way
“Quirky is fun. Different is cool.” Wise words from Good Roads Bakehouse co-founder Karri Roberts as she and husband Dan Cannon spoke about their appreciation for roadside attractions, folk art, and the American west in creating the delightfully unique and inviting atmosphere that is their bakery and trade post in Frankford. Aside from the delicious […]
True Beauty: Mountain Women of Empowerment Support Women and Strengthen Community One Pageant at a Time
Sometimes, you meet people, and you immediately know those people are solid folks destined to do good in this world. Such was the case when I met Courtney Pieta and Katrina Pittman, the dynamic duo behind Mountain Women of Empowerment. Mountain Women of Empowerment is a new pageant system serving Appalachia, but it isn’t what […]
WV Artist on Display: Kathleen DeRouen
Something that makes West Virginia artists shine in their talents is the fact that most, if not all, of them are remarkably layered people who excel in not only their art, but also in their daily lives and in the good they do within their families and their communities. Kathleen DeRouen, who lives in Alderson […]
Unplugged: Will Sarver
Up-and-coming singer/songwriter Will Sarver has a bright future. The college senior, middle child of five, and area native, recently released his single, “Shot Down,” available on Spotify. I recently had the privilege of chatting with this impressive young man about his music and where he’s headed. I have a feeling that I’ll one day be […]
Patrick O’Flaherty to Play Traditional Irish Music at St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Hillsboro Public House
The Hillsboro Public House is hosting a Saint Patrick’s Day celebration on Sunday, March 17, from 3:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. Featured entertainment for the event is renowned Celtic/Irish musician, Patrick O’Flaherty. Patrick will treat celebrants to a variety of traditional Irish music, including his incomparable talents on the mandolin, accordion, bouzouki, harmonica, and mandola. […]
Ronceverte Renaissance Part 3
Lionakis Diner Stephanie Rodoussakis has deep roots in our Valley. People may remember the girl who grew up on Teaberry Road serving in her uncle Mike’s restaurant, Rudy’s Corner Grill, a well known staple of Ronceverte for decades, until it closed several years ago. Stephanie also knew Doug Hylton, who had dreamed of opening an […]
LEGENDS OF WV BLUEGRASS SPECIAL PERFORMANCE AT CARNEGIE HALL FRIDAY MARCH 15
Carnegie Hall presents a special performance of bluegrass group on Friday, March 15, at 7 p.m. Guests are invited to come early to Club Carnegie from 6 – 6:45 p.m. in the Board Room located adjacent to the Hamilton Auditorium. A cash bar and snacks will be available. The Legends of WV Bluegrass is a […]
CARNEGIE HALL’S 30TH ANNUAL CREATIVE YOUTH ART EXHIBIT FEATURED IN OLD STONE ROOM DURING MARCH
Carnegie Hall’s Old Stone Room will become the home of the 30th Annual Creative Youth Art Exhibit beginning Monday, March 4, with an awards ceremony and reception at 6 p.m. in the Hamilton Auditorium. The Creative Youth Art Exhibit features the talent and imagination of Greenbrier County students in grades 4-12. Children from public, […]
CARNEGIE HALL AND MUSIC EDUCATORS TEAM UP TO PRESENT ONE NIGHT ONLY: A CELEBRATION OF YOUNG MUSICIANS IN THE GREENBRIER VALLEY MARCH 7
Carnegie Hall, working in partnership with Greenbrier County music and theatre educators, presents One Night Only: A Celebration of Young Musicians in the Greenbrier Valley on Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m. The concert is a performance opportunity for accomplished music students in grades 6-12 living or taking lessons in the Greenbrier Valley. The showcase […]