Hashtag Staff

FROM THE EDITOR

May in the Valley means festivals, good food, and great music as spring settles in at its finest. This issue highlights some of the region’s vibrant music scene, including Group Therapy, part of last year’s Ivy Terrace series, who will take the stage at this year’s Strawberry Festival in Alderson. Looking ahead, Mountain Wubz returns […]

WV DANDELION FESTIVAL 2026

Exciting Schedule Highlights Await Attendees White Sulphur Springs is buzzing with anticipation as the WV Dandelion Festival returns for a vibrant weekend of art, music, and family-friendly fun. From May 22nd to May 24th, attendees can enjoy a wide variety of events designed to bring people together and celebrate the spirit of the season. Festival […]

EVENTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO ACROSS THE GREENBRIER VALLEY

MAY -10th Annual Davis Stuart Horse Show: State Fairgrounds, Fairlea -Dandelion Festival: White Sulphur Springs -Dakota Karper Collective: Pocahontas County Opera House, Marlinton JUNE -Wild Trails Festival 2026: State Fairgrounds, Fairlea -Color the River 2026: Pence Springs -WV Renaissance Festival: Lewisburg -Farmer’s Day: Union -Ronceverte River Festival: Ronceverte Greenbrier Valley Home and Garden Tour: Lewisburg […]

40 and Flourishing: Greenbrier Valley Home and Garden Tour

Inside the homes, gardens, and community spirit behind the Valley’s signature tour By Lisa Coburn Tickets are now on sale for one of the Greenbrier Valley’s most beloved traditions, the Greenbrier Valley Home and Garden Tour, returning Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year marks its 40th year of opening private […]

MOUNTAIN WUBZ: BUILDING SOMETHING BIGGER THAN A FESTIVAL

By Lisa Coburn In the hills of West Virginia, just beyond Union, a stretch of land known as Nightfall Ridge is quietly transforming. What was once simply property is becoming something more immersive: a place where music, art, and human connection leave a lasting imprint. For Brianna Heller, Mountain Wubz was never just about putting […]

CARNEGIE HALL PRESENTS “PEARL S. BUCK: A LIVING HISTORY PRESENTATION”

Carnegie Hall invites the community to an illuminating evening celebrating one of Appalachia’s most influential literary voices. “Pearl S. Buck: A Living History Presentation” brings to life the extraordinary story of the West Virginia–born author whose work reshaped global understanding of culture, identity, and the human experience. Presented on Friday, May 15, at 7 p.m., […]

ASTROLOGY: Your Horoscope According to AI

Let our robot overlords Predict what May flower you are! Aries (March 21 – April 19)TulipBold and fast to bloom, you don’t wait for permission to take up space. This month brings a burst of momentum—just be careful not to rush past something worth slowing down for. Taurus (April 20 – May 20)PeonySteady, lush, and […]

ALDERSON DEPOT: WHERE HISTORY WAITS AND A GOOD DOG GREETS YOU AT THE DOOR

By Lisa Coburn There’s something about stepping into the Alderson Depot that feels like crossing into another time. The wooden floors, the view of the tracks just beyond, and the weight of years settled into the walls all hint at the countless travelers who once passed through. And if you’re lucky, your visit begins with […]

FAMILY REFUGE CENTER TO HOLD 5TH ANNUAL ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS WALK

The Family Refuge Center (FRC) will host its 5th Annual Elder Abuse Awareness Walk on Thursday, June 18th, at the CAMC Greenbrier Valley Hospital Track. The event continues FRC’s commitment to raising awareness about elder abuse and promoting prevention strategies throughout the community. Elder abuse affects an estimated 1 in 10 older Americans each year, […]

THE AGENDA

LISTINGS, HASHTAGWV.COM AGENDA | May 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026 Friday, May 1 First Fridays Drop In Hours at 7 Notes Natural Health, 5 PM – 6:30 PM, 7 Notes Natural Health, 298 Randolph St, Lewisburg Nissman & WVSO – Carnegie Classics Series, 7 PM, Carnegie Hall, 611 Church St, Lewisburg Tavern Trivia Night, […]

Somber-Side: Built on Chemistry, Bound by Sound

By Lisa Coburn Before Somber-Side was a band, it was a series of connections: friendships, conversations, and a few well-timed moments. What brought it all together wasn’t pressure or planning, but something simpler: chemistry. Made up of Nathan McCallister on lead vocals, Zeke Downey on guitar,  Curtis Gray on drums,  Ezekiel Downey (Zeke’s son) on […]

CARNEGIE HALL MAINSTAGE PERFORMANCE SERIES CONTINUES WITH DELLA MAE

Carnegie Hall welcomes Della Mae, the GRAMMY-nominated, all-woman string band known for their electrifying musicianship, global reach, and unwavering commitment to elevating women and girls in music. The performance takes place on Saturday, April 11, at 7 p.m. as part of the Hall’s acclaimed Mainstage Performance Series. Guests are invited to come early for the […]

GV CHORALE SPRING CONCERT WILL CELEBRATE AMERICAN MUSIC

The Greenbrier Valley Chorale will join in this year’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday with a spring concert featuring music that spans the decades from the days of the American Revolution to the 21st century. The concert will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, at Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg. The concert, entitled […]

POCAHONTAS COUNTY OPERA HOUSE ANNOUNCES SPRING 2026 PERFORMANCES

As the season shifts in the mountains, the Pocahontas County Opera House welcomes spring with a trio of performances that move from hard-driving tradition to genre-defying contemporary sound, all within one of West Virginia’s most intimate listening rooms. On Saturday, April 11, The Bing Brothers featuring Jake Krack return to the Opera House with a […]