VALLEY GROWN: FREE RANGE WV CHICKENS. BY KIM FORTE

Bobby and Carie Ortman lived off the grid for seven years in White Sulphur Springs before finding their way to Alderson in 2011 to start Purple Mountain Phoinix Farm. The Ortman’s, who are originally from Maryland, are both new to farming. “September 11th made us realize we were not chasing our dreams in DC” Carie […]

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and here in the Allegheny Highlands of West Virginia, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate the season with old-time music and family-friendly fun! The Mountain Music Trail promotes and presents the traditional music of the Highway 219 corridor in West Virginia. All throughout the region, folks […]

Sat. Dec 20: Ugly Sweater Party w/ Lawless Brown

Hit up your nearest #ThriftStore and get a Christmas/Holiday sweater (avg cost: $5) Take it home and uglify it sum mo’ for this year’s Winter Solstice Sweater Jam w/ Lawless Brown! This event is held at the Lewis Theatre in downtown Lewisburg and starts at 9:30pm. Admission $10.

WV ARTIST ON DISPLAY: NYCOMA SCOTT

Meet Nycoma Scott, owner and craftsman at Appalachian Moon Woodworks and this month’s West Virginia artist on display. For 20 years, Nycoma has carved one-of-a-kind wood furnishings and sculptures. This year was a big moment for him as he opened a gallery at The Greenbrier’s Artists Colony, located within resort grounds in White Sulphur Springs. […]

Sat. Dec 13: Wyatt Turner at Sweet Shoppe

West Virginia native, Wyatt Turner, is performing at the Sweet Shoppe in downtown Lewisburg on Saturday, December 13th. In the summer of 2013, heads turned when Wyatt uploaded a video to youtube of himself playing an acoustic guitar and singing a song called, “You Remind Me Of West Virginia.” “I love this song… I live […]

Sun, Dec 21: Celtic Christmas w/ Iona

The Washington, D.C. based band, IONA will bring its singular representation of the greatest Celtic songs from all Celtic nations to downtown Lewisburg on Sunday, December 21st from 5-7pm. Hosted by the Irish Pub, IONA treats its audience to high energy entertainment featuring multiple fiddling styles, dynamic dancing, driving percussion, and strong vocals from all […]

CONGRATS TO LBSPY “OFFBEAT” COLUMNIST, MICHELLE EVANS’ MARRIAGE TO CORY HANKS!

“Michelle Evans & Cory Hanks are pleased to announce their marriage on 10/5/14 at Waveland State Historic Site in Lexington, KY. The ceremony was officiated by Eric Bolander of Lexington. The wedding party consisted of Doc Feldman of Lexington & Michael Jett of Louisville. The bride is the daughter of Gwendolyn Evans of Marlinton, WV. […]

Sat. Nov 22: Celebrate 8 Years @ The Pub!

You’re invited to celebrate 8 fantastic years at the Irish Pub in downtown Lewisburg on Saturday, November 22nd. Recently rated “Top 100 Bars in the South” by Southern Living Magazine, the pub has made a mark and is ready to rejoice with patrons, family, and friends. There will be live music by Patrick O’Flaherty from […]

Sun, Nov 23rd: Greenbrier Valley’s Got Talent

If you’ve ever wanted to show off your talent, this is your chance! Whether it’s singing, dancing, acrobatics, acting, doing tricks, playing an instrument, or any other activity where you can showcase your unique skills, don’t miss Greenbrier Valley’s Got Talent, slated for Sunday, November 23rd at Greenbrier Valley Theatre in downtown Lewisburg. This fun-filled […]

Saturday, Nov 29th: #ShopSmall Everywhere!

On the Saturday after Thanksgiving we invite you take part in an exciting movement, with big economic impact, that celebrates small business. People from all over the country will collectively #shoplocal and #shopsmall in observance of Small Business Saturday, held November 29th. We encourage you to get involved in this event as it allows us […]

Full Steam Ahead w/ LBSPY #59, OUT NOW!!!

Stay updated with the best places to go and things to do this November w/ LBSPY. The Irish Pub will be holding its 8th Anniversary later in the month and LBSPY writer, Jennifer Sprouse, has featured the best trails this Fall/Winter season. We’ve also spylighted the newly re-opened Dirtbean in Marlinton which is operating full […]

PSUEDO NEWS: WITCH’S DEN REPORTEDLY LOCATED ON COLD KNOB

Slowly trickling in, and few and far between, official reports are offering us little documented insight into the alleged Witch’s Den found on Cold Knob. Reportedly, a local ginseng hunter, startled by a fiery glow atop a neighboring ridge, stumbled across the establishment in the late evening hours of September 19. Upon further inspection the […]

TOOT 2014 LBSPY WALK-A-BOUT

Definition of an LBSPY Walkabout: “A spontaneous journey through events of LBSPY’s choosing in an effort to satisfy their need to be in a fun place. It’s a WALKABOUT!” – LBSPY. On Saturday, October 11th LBSPY editor, Christina Entenmann and her son, Troy took a walk-a-bout at TOOT 2014 in downtown Lewisburg, WV. They handed […]

Halloween Party & more at Sweet Shoppe!

Don’t miss all the fun events happening at the Sweet Shoppe in downtown Lewisburg, WV. DJ Swerv’n Nick Irvine will host this years Halloween Party with his upbeat/interactive style. Also check him out Thursday nights for karaoke! Bands incl. The Black Mtn Bluegrass Boys, Blue Moonshine, and Rivertown Gypsies will perform (see dates above). Musician […]

Sat. Oct 4: Hitzig Brother @ Irish Pub

On Saturday, October 4th at 9pm, come one come all for yet another fun filled night of the Hitzig Brothers and friends at the Irish Pub on Washington Street in downtown Lewisburg. Every time is better then the last and there is always new never before heard music! …and you never know who might come […]

Oct 17-19: Fall Foliage Festival in Clifton Forge!

Each year October heralds the magnificent beauty and abundance of the Alleghany Highlands’ forest and mountains. You are invited to to Clifton Forge, Virginia to view the splendor of Autumn foliage and browse through the many exhibits and shows in downtown Clifton Forge. From Friday the 17th until Sunday the 19th, local civic groups and […]

Friday, Nov. 7: Illuminight Full Moon 5k!

This is the first event of its kind in the area! – Illuminight- Full Moon Friday 5k. By the light of the full moon, runners will start at the Intervale Trail Head, and head north, then turn around at the 1.5 halfway point and finish at Intervale. The course is mostly flat on the smooth […]

Oct 10-12: Art & Craft Show @ WV State Fairgrounds

Don’t miss 3 days of West Virginia woodcrafts, candles, jewelry, needle craft, primitives, paintings, baskets, homemade apple butter, and so much more! With nearly 100 exhibitors, you are sure to find something amazing for yourself or a perfect gift. This event is held at the West Virginia State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg, WV. Hosted by Edgewood […]