MY DOG & I: PERSONAL SPACE
Most humans crave touch. We like to be stroked and cuddled, we touch each other to emphasize a point and we hold hands to display affection. It is a way of connecting and reassuring, of soothing and comforting. We like it so much that we try to convince all the other creatures on the planet […]
Friday, Aug 5: Paintings from Poems Exhibit!
For the past several years, a local art group, the Greenbrier Artists, has cooperated with the Lewisburg Literary Festival to celebrate reading and art by holding an art exhibit based on the written word. The exhibit is held at the Greenbrier Valley Visitors’ Center on East Washington Street in Lewisburg. Greenbrier Artists is a non-profit […]
Saturday, July 16: Christmas in July!
On July 16th, the Greenbrier Humane Society invites you and your pet to celebrate Christmas in July. This event is FREE and donations are encouraged. It takes place from 1-4pm on the lawn of New River Community and Technical College and Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg, WV. Festivities include carolers roaming the grounds singing holiday tunes, […]
Enjoy Al Fresco Dining in the Valley w/ Hashtag this July!
It’s time to enjoy the summer with Al Fresco Dining in the Valley! Pick up the latest Hashtag to find the best places to go, and best things to do! In this paper, we feature summer wines, Durbin Days, Christmas in July, and so much more!
Friday, July 15: Shayar at Sweet Shoppe!
On Friday, July 15th dance the night away to reggae with Jamaican born singer/songwriter, Shayar! He performs at the Sweet Shoppe in downtown Lewisburg, WV. – Hashtag #79, July 2016
This July – Spanglers & Shawn Owen @ Asylum!
Don’t miss all the good live music at the Asylum and Shawn Owen’s Full Moon Party this July! The Spanglers are not so typical family band. Their influences include: Mark Knopfler, Hank Williams, Mott the Hoople, Keith Green, Bruce Cockburn, T-Bone Burnett, Doctor “D”, The Band, BB King and the list continues. Connect with them now […]
VALLEY GROWN: LOCAL FOOD, LOCAL PLACES
There’s a palpable sense of hopefulness and renewal in Rainelle and the surrounding area these days, with community gardens and farmers markets sprouting up, educational and farm-to-table initiatives taking root, and more opportunities for recreation and healthy activities being developed. Local Foods, Local Places (LF/LP), a multi-federal agency technical assistance grant, aims to build on […]
PSEUDO NEWS: JIM & TRUMP. BY LARRY BERGER
There was a loud rapping on my mud room door. I went and peeked out the little diamond window and saw big, old Jim Reacher in his Carhart coveralls, not looking in at me, but looking at his shoes as if he were thinking of what to do. Smiling, I swung the door open. “C’mon […]
WV ARTIST ON DISPLAY: DEVOTED TO CLAY
A clay artist has a number of choices to identify and define her palette. First there is the medium. Clay of course but what color, texture and utility appeal the most. Get to know Diana Hunt. She has maintained a studio and sold pottery in the Greenbrier Valley for over 30 years. Through raising 5 […]
MY DOG & I: UPSIDE DOWN DOG
So I am in the Dog Cabin, decorating – yes my Dog Cabin is my extended home! When a large hornet decided to join me… And I am shooing him out, waving my arms and “reasoning” with him…”No, Mr. Hornet, this is not a good place for you…You need to find another place to make […]
FUTURE DOC: CHANGE YOUR THOUGHTS TO CHANGE YOUR SHAPE.
There’s a huge invisible link between your thoughts and the manifestation of the body you desire. Here are some very cool affirmations. Check them out! If I crave, I am the reason If weight loss is slow – I create more health Eating for health keeps me out of trouble I only put healthy things […]
Wed. June 22: Belly Fat & Metabolism
Join Dr. Tim Pence on Wednesday, June 22 for his nutrition seminar discussing “Body Types: Belly Fat & Metabolism.” I will discuss the 4 body type system of weight loss, why people store fat in different places, the 3 most common mistakes trying to lose weight, why exercise and diet may worsen your metabolism, and I […]
Summer Kickoff Party & More at the Asylum!
This June, don’t miss all the fun at The Asylum in downtown Lewisburg! On Saturday, June 11th, Love Struck performs at 9pm. Thursday, June 16th, Woodsheep hits the Asylum stage at 9pm. The Replacements performs Saturday, June 18th. The Summer Kick-off Party goes down on the first day of summer, which is Monday, June 20th […]
DJ Nights at the Sweet Shoppe this June!
Don’t miss DJ Nights every Saturday at the Sweet Shoppe in downtown Lewisburg! Every Thursday, DJ Swerv’n Nick Irvine presents the best sounds for the dance floor. And every Tuesday, check out Ladies Night! 1/2 price drinks for all the ladies!!!
MTN SCENE: LEWISBURG GETS A NEW UNIQUE BOUTIQUE
Willow Kelly and Ryan Appel are bringing what they call the “metaphysical” to Lewisburg. They recently opened a creative, free spirited store in Jefferson Plaza called Willow & Ryan’s Unique Boutique (UB). UB carries a large selection of uncommon gifts such as gemstone jewelry, body jewelry, artistic collectibles, incense, groovy clothing, tapestries, statuary, fragrance oils, […]
Sat June 18: Olympic Day at Montwell Park!
The spirit of the Olympic Movement will roll into Montwell Park in Lewisburg Saturday, June 18th as Country Roads Crossfit hosts a FREE Olympic Day! There will be tournaments, kids activities, and live music and more in celebration of the Olympics! Festivities kick off at Hill & Holler on Friday night, June 17th with an […]
Fri. June 17: VPOC Reunion at Hill & Holler
On Friday, June 17th, Vern’s Pot O’ Chili (VPOC) will perform a long awaited reunion concert on the stage at Hill & Holler Pizza. VPOC is a mostly original music 9 piece band with styles in funk, reggae, rock and jam. Their songs are about life, love, and growing up in the 2000’s. Their upcoming […]
PSEUDO NEWS: OUR NEXT PRESIDENT. BY LARRY BERGER.
Somehow all three of us, Homer Smarter, Jim Reacher and I arrived at the post office at the same time. Homer was mailing a package, Jim checking his box and I wanted to get a money order to send to Joni and Friends, that girl that was paralyzed and now she’s sending wheelchairs by the […]
WV ARTIST ON DISPLAY: INSPIRED BY THE MASSES
Meet Daniel Perry, a West Virginia graphic artist whose art varies in media, including graffiti, illustrations, and fine art. In 2011, he co-founded Down Low Designs, based out of Orlando, Fl. This is an art company with a mission to bring digital art, analog art, and the car community together through their imaginative work. Learn […]
FROM THE EDITOR: WHAT’S IN A NAME? BY CHRISTINA ENTENMANN.
Since publishing the last LBSPY, I have been rebranding and building its new website. It’s been a busy month and I am excited to share all the wonderful plans I have in store for you. After 4 years as LBSPY, I am transitioning the publication’s name to “Hashtag Lewisburg” to further build our community network. […]