WV ARTIST ON DISPLAY: SUSAN THOMAS
Get to know Susan Thomas, co-owner (with her husband and business partner, Alex Brand), of Virtu: Gallery and Glass Blowing Studio at The Greenbrier’s Artist Colony, in White Sulphur Springs. Susan creates breathtaking gemstone jewelry made using various techniques including metal smithing. With a “go for it” attitude, Susan keeps her palette of possibilities open […]
VALLEY VIEW: LOVE YOUR NUTS!
You will love the nuts at Osage Pecan Company located in downtown Lewisburg. This cozy specialty shop, managed by Lewisburg native Brit West, is a family run operation lasting almost 4 decades. Brit offers his patrons a gourmet selection of nuts and other unique items. The shop is conveniently located across from Food & Friends […]
MY DOG & I: WHEN IS AGGRESSION NOT AGGRESSION?
My dog and I …would like to talk about a tricky issue this month. When is aggression not aggression? I am often called out to handle so-called aggression problems with clients’ dogs. Sometimes they are dog-to-dog issues and sometimes dog-to-human. Of course, the incidents that involve humans are much more problematic with greater consequences but […]
Sat. Oct 11: Delectable Delights @ TOOT!
On Saturday, October 11th, the 30th Annual Taste of our Town, better known as TOOT is coming back to downtown Lewisburg with all the delectable delights one can ask for. This popular event draws over 10,000 people including locals and tourists from afar. Definitely a community effort, you will find a myriad of culinary choices […]
Get Sauced & more this First Friday!
This first Friday in October, get sauced at GVBC, check out ghost tours at the North House Museum, hear live music around town, see the artist reception at Washington Street Gallery, and so much more! Festivities start at 5pm in downtown Lewisburg, WV. Get Sauced w/ GVBC 2x – A Pizza & Beer Pairing, 5pm. […]
Friday, Nov. 7: Hey Baby, What’s Your Sign?
On First Friday, November 7th, check out new works by local talent, Emily Coleman. “Hey Baby, what’s your sign” is Emily’s fashion based art show that will present her latest creations inspired by the Zodiac. The art will be showcased on birch wood, inspired by women and their signs. This event will be held at […]
Friday, Oct 31: Get Lawless on Halloween!
You are encouraged to get lawless this Halloween (Friday, October 31) w/ Lawless Brown and special guests, Rivertown Gypsies at the Lewis Theatre. Lawless Brown is known to keep the crowd dancing with their funk, soul, and reggae style. Rivertown Gypsies performs a soulful infusion of acoustic rock, folk, and blues. The show starts at […]
Autumn on the Music Trail (October)
October may just be the perfect time of year in the Allegheny Highlands of West Virginia. Crisp, cool weather, gorgeous foliage displays, and lots of harvest celebrations after a summer of hard work. Traditionally in this region, a celebration just isn’t complete without some fiddle tunes, and the Mountain Music Trail makes it easy to […]
Review: Michael Franti & Spearhead @ FreeFall Festival
On Friday, September 26th, Michael Franti & Spearhead performed to an energetic audience at Snowshoe Resort’s FreeFall Festival. Michael Franti is the creator and lead vocalist of the band. He’s also a humanitarian and regularly speaks out about social justice issues and did just that during his show. The crowd and Franti unified under the […]
FALL INTO AUTUMN EVENTS W/ LBSPY #58 OUT NOW!!!
Pick up LBSPY this October to find the best of where to go and what to do this fall.
Retirement Sale @ Plaid Eagle!
Until the end of the year, take advantage of the amazing deals on vintage items at Plaid Eagle in downtown Lewisburg. You’ll find a wide selection of pieces made to last, including items made from real wood and sturdy materials. Owner, Karen McClung, is retiring and closing her shop at the end of the year. […]
Saturday, Sept. 20th – ECO-FEST at The Spring
You are invited to join Greenbrier County’s first environmental community event to raise awareness about Dominion Resources’ proposed fracked gas pipeline through the Monongahela National Forest. The music lineup includes Dave McCormick (featured above), The Nightcrawlers, Don & Tracy Steck, Frank Skavenski, Ed Kesecker, and Tim Pyne. There will be raffle to WIN the ECO-BIKE! […]
September: Live Music at Sweet Shoppe!
Check out Mike Mitchell, Matt Evans, Black Mountain Bluegrass Boys, Steele Country, and Switch!
VALLEY GROWN: FRUITS & VEGGIES AT BOOTSTRAPS
I visited Bootstraps Farm in Renick, WV on a rainy August morning when Caroline Buttrill Smith was just harvesting the last of the season’s blueberries. Her husband and farm partner Michael Buttrill sat down with a cup of hot tea to tell me his farming story. He has recently (in the past 2 years) transitioned […]
MY DOG & I: THE FULL MONTY
My dog and I just got back from our morning appointments and are taking a break to write this article before our next client arrives at “the ranch” for a consultation. Of course, it’s not only Banksie and I who just got back but “Moty”, “Reba”, “Isabelle” and of course, Lizzie!! I was just thinking […]
RAMBLIN: AND YOU THOUGHT JOUSTING WAS A LOST ART
Hear ye, hear ye! Gather round mine words and, pray tell, take note: ye olde arte of chivalry is not dead yet! The knights have come to town! 7 miles west on Route 60, a great and peculiar dream came to life for a colorful duo with a rich history of Renaissance faire involvement. Taso […]
VALLEY VIEW: RIDE INTO THE HOLLER
Formerly located beside the Wild Bean in downtown Lewisburg and open since April, 2011, Hill & Holler Bike Shop is South East West Virginia’s primary source for street and mountain bicycles, bike repair, skateboards, and accessories. They have now been in their current location across from City Hall, on W. Washington Street, since July 2013. […]
IN THE HOLLER W/ FRANCIS SHARP
Get to know Francis Sharp, the designer behind this issue’s cover and the talent behind Hill and Holler’s graphics. Now with the business for about 2 years, Francis tells us that he’s always used art to connect with people. Creating the designs came naturally and he loves the process from start to finish. While he […]
OFFSPIN: COUNTRY YARN MOVES TO TOWN
Since Fall 2010, Country Road Yarn House has provided area locals and tourists with a fully-stocked high quality yarn shop. Offering the most friendly and professional service, it was located just outside town in a picturesque farmhouse that offered a unique touch of New England meets West Virginia. Just recently, shop owner, Renee Feamster moved […]
Sat. Sept 20: Chris Smither at Opera House
American folk/blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter. Chris Smither is performing at the Pocahontas County Opera House in Marlinton on Saturday, September 20th at 7:30pm. His music draws deeply from the blues, American folk music, modern poets and philosophers. The New York Times writes, “With a weary, well-traveled voice and a serenely intricate finger-picking style, Smither […]