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In Remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr.

In Remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his Mission and his Sacrifice Beginning at 11 a.m. on Jan. 20, 2025, people in the Greenbrier Valley and the general vicinity will come together to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. by first coming to the Greenbrier County Courthouse. It’s for a celebration that has taken place […]

CARNEGIE HALL ARTWALK SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 

Carnegie Hall invites the community to the Carnegie Hall Artwalk on Friday, January 10, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. ArtWalk events at Carnegie Hall are free and offer visitors the opportunity to explore a wide variety of original works by local and regional artists, all set in a world-class historical venue. Visitors are encouraged to […]

Winter 2025, where’s the Snow?

By Sharon Ginsburg I used to have to shovel my driveway, thankfully rather a short one in the suburbs of Ronceverte, to get out in the winter. I used to not necessarily be able to drive up hill on my street to get to the main road, even after the streets were plowed. True, I […]

Artist on Display

By Andrea Izzo Willa Showalter, a local artist, has had a love of rocks since childhood. She has an aunt from the Labrador region of Canada, a region that claims its fame for stones that are a cool shimmery blue and green called Labradorite. “She would send us little trinkets and things and I just […]

The Lewisburg Winter Music Festival Returns to Support Musicians in Need

With an exciting lineup this community-driven fundraiser, returning after a four-year disjunction, is set to be the best yet The Lewisburg Winter Music Festival (LWMF), a two-day event organized by the Southern Appalachia Musician’s Association (SAMA), returns this year with an exciting lineup and a mission to support musicians in need. Based in Lewisburg, West […]

Unplugged: Thomas Taylor Band

This month, Hashtag had the pleasure of learning more about Greenbrier County native, Thomas Taylor. Thomas has become a music staple in the county and surrounding areas, providing traditional country music for fans to enjoy. He and his band members have dedicated much time and effort to create music that connects to the roots of […]

Good Eats: The Hunkerdown

The Hunkerdown, a family-run coffee shop, situated in the small, unincorporated town of Sinks Grove, in Monroe County, celebrated their one-year anniversary in business in December 2024. According to owners Tammy and Guy McAninch, opening a coffee shop was not on their radar when moving to West Virginia from Idaho. After purchasing a farmstead in […]

Letter from the Editor

Happy January Readers! I hope you all had a fantastic holiday season. As we bid farewell to 2024 and step into a fresh new year, I’m thrilled to share the exciting opportunities and activities that await us in 2025. With New Year’s resolutions underway, there’s so much to look forward to—from music festivals and winter […]

The Magic of Christmas in Downtown Lewisburg

The Magic of Christmas in Lewisburg began on November 22nd and continues every weekend through Christmas! As the holiday season approaches, downtown Lewisburg transforms into a winter wonderland, ready to welcome both locals and visitors for a festive kickoff. The air is filled with excitement and wonder, inviting everyone to partake in the celebrations. The […]

Good Eats

By Andrea Izzo Corn & Flour has a special atmosphere that is inviting and comfortable, but the best part is the delicious bagels. Owner, Suzie Hoffman, says she wanted to create a positive and safe space, and she has succeeded, making it a wonderful place for not only customers but her employees as well. “Our […]

Carnegie Hall’s Museum Gallery Features Robert Singleton

Carnegie Hall’s October/November/December Exhibits continue with three galleries showcasing the works of regional artists. The Museum Gallery (adjacent to the Hamilton Auditorium) features “Solitary Reflections” by award-winning artist Robert Singleton. The Museum Gallery will feature oil painter Robert Singleton’s “Solitary Reflections.” Singleton, a West Virginian by choice, has been painting from his remote mountaintop home […]

Celebrate the Season with the Greenbrier Valley Chorale

There is no better way to embrace the spirit of Christmas than to enjoy beautiful music of the season performed by the Greenbrier Valley Chorale. The ensemble’s annual holiday concert will take place on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 3 p.m. at Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg. The Chorale, comprised of 55 singers from across the Greenbrier […]

Going Wild

By Patrick Calvert We made it to December! As I am writing this, it is 1 day before deer rifle season! Yee-haw! If you’re like me, your Fall was packed with scouting deer feeding and bedding areas, setting up trail cameras, stands, blinds, feeders, sighting in rifles, washing your hunting gear, and anxiously waiting for […]

Letter to the Editor

Dear Readers, Can you believe it’s already December? The year has flown by, and here we are, ready to step into the final chapter of 2024. It’s the month when the world feels a little more magical—when the twinkling lights, the sound of jingling bells, and the spirit of giving fill the air. December is […]

Unplugged: Zach Elmore

This month, we had the opportunity to learn more about Zachariah Elmore, a local musician born and raised in Monroe County. In addition to performing, Zach began his career as a teacher six years ago and has spent the past four years teaching 7th grade geography. Growing up in a family that loved music, Zach […]

Winter Solstice, Chanukah & Christmas 

By Sharon Ginsburg People around the world celebrated Winter Solstice thousands of years before Christmas was officially decreed as December 25 by the church in Rome in 336 AD. Ancient astronomers designed Stonehenge England with precise placement of monolithic rocks for the exact movement of the sun during winter solstice about 4,500 years ago. Over […]

WV Symphony Orchestra Presents the Sounds of The Season at Carnegie Hall December 6

Hall presents the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) celebrating the Sounds of the Season Friday, December 6 at 7 p.m. The performance will be led by WVSO Music Director Maurice Cohn.  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. […]

Good Eats: The Hillsboro Public House

By Andrea Izzo Change is afoot in Hillsboro, WV. There is a new executive chef in town. His name is Nick Travelle and he hails from Blaenau Ffestiniog in Wales (population 400). He is cheffing away at the Hillsboro Public House and has plans to twist and tweak the menu a bit. Blair Campbell, who […]