ARTS BEAT: DRAG AWAY YOUR BLUES. BY RYAN FERREBEE

To me, the best artists are ones who can provide an escape for their viewers. Whether the escape lasts brief seconds or hours, it’s a feeling that can’t quite be replicated. Complete enthrallment. Absolute disregard for the doldrums of the day. A living, breathing, absolute moment of peace and clarity. When you think of these […]

Feb 22: Finest Picking in the Two Virginias

On Saturday, February 22nd, 7:30pm, don’t miss some of the finest picking in the two Virginias with Opry Night at the Pocahontas County Opera House in Marlinton, WV. Opry Night at the Opera House has come to showcase some of the best musical talent from Pocahontas County and the surrounding region. For this performance, musicians […]

Feb 14: For the LOVE of Animals: FURBALL

On Valentine’s Day, you are invited to spread the love to your furry friends at this year’s “For the Love of Animals” Fur Ball hosted by the Greenbrier Humane Society. This event is held on Friday, February 14th, 8pm-11pm at the Lewisburg Elk’s Country Club/19th Hole Bar & Grille. There will be a board showcasing […]

RAMBLIN: A VERY VARIED VALENTINE’S DAY. BY JENNIFER SPROUSE

Romantics rejoice and haters unite! Whether you’re a fan or not, Valentine’s Day has become the insignia for the month of February, overshadowing Groundhog’s Day (Sorry, Punxsutawney Phil, maybe next year!) and usurping the limelight from the month’s other holidays. It is a time of romantic romps for some and wishful thinking for others. And […]

Find cool ways to CHILL in LBSPY #50, OUT NOW!!!

Inside this issue, you’ll find cool ways to chill and a chance to WIN $250 in advertising!!! Pick us up to learn more. Some featured events include the Greenbrier Humane Society’s Annual Furball, Polar Bear Plunge, Project Healing Waters, Opry Night at the Pocahontas County Opera House, and Entrepreneur Cafe!

Wed. Jan 8: Wes & Joe Show at The Spring

EVENT: Wesley Stace & Joe Pernice join together for the Wes & Joe Show WHERE: The Spring in Downtown Lewisburg, WV (Formerly Fort Savannah) WHEN: Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 8pm. Admission $15

Sun, Jan 12: Annabeth McNamara – The Spring

On Sunday, January 12th, 7pm, check out multi-instrumentalist playing mostly banjo and guitar at the moment with Annabeth McNamara. She writes original songs inspired by love, nature, and adventure. Where: The Spring (former Fort Savannah) in Lewisburg, WV Cost: $7 More info on artist: AnnabethMcNamara.com

INTRODUCING SPY BLOCK!

Get noticed. Advertise with us in 2014. SPY BLOCK is SPECIAL and costs just $49 (that’s only $12.24/week), in full color!!! This is the perfect size for: Rental Property, For Sale, Yard Sale, Wish someone Happy Birthday, Help Wanted, Dating, Looking for Employment, Congratulations on Winning a Game, Engagement, Anniversary, Job Promotion, College, Love, Thank […]

Wednesday, Jan 1: Shanghai Parade

EVENT: Annual Shanghai Parade WHERE: Downtown Lewisburg, West Virginia WHEN: Wednesday, January 1st. 2014. 12pm. Participants are required to sign up the morning of the parade, lining up on Lee Street for the festive jaunt to Church Street along the Washington St. route. Prizes will be awarded in several categories, in addition to a crisp […]

HALFBAKED N BOTHERED: FUZZY FEELING METER. BY MARGARET BAKER

Binoculars in hand I’ve done some shopper watching over the years and have identified a few species you may recognize. Though they vary in plumage and cash flow, Christmas consumers all pursue the same prey, the fuzzy feeling that comes with giving a gift. Too freaked by flu germs, glitter inhalation and musical loops of […]

MERRY HUMBUG BY JIM SHOCK

After witnessing a holiday meltdown of meanness at Kmart when a register crashed, then fighting maddening traffic and crowds in a quest to find the perfect present to not destroy a little boy’s Christmas, and having repeated requests for suggestions go unanswered, I made my way to the ultimate holiday hell-spot, Wal-Mart. That’s where I […]

Thursday, Jan. 9 – Plans, Patents, & Pitches

You’re invited to an educational seminar called, “Plans, Patents, & Pitches” held inside the student lounge at New River Community and Technical College on Thursday, January 9th at 5:30pm. In a 2 part seminar, you’ll learn the “Nuts and Bolts of Business Planning”, “How to Enhance Your Pitch for the Entrepreneur Café,” a competition for […]

SARCASTICALLY SINCERE: CHRISTMAS MUSIC. BY MATTHAN JACKSON

The holiday season is here and with it comes the annual inundation of Christmas music. It’s a great time of the year, but scattered amongst our holiday favorites are those irritating songs which don’t inspire a lot of goodwill (Unless you work in retail, and then you dislike them all after a few shifts). Here […]

A WOMAN, A STORY, & A LIFE IN BETWEEN: ONE FOR YOU. BY TIFFANY BLAIR

I have such a difficult time shopping for gifts to give during the holidays. Like a lot of people, I struggle with the task of finding just the right gift for each of the folks I’m shopping for. As I get older, I find that I’m constantly trying to pick something out “for the person […]

ARTFUL DRINKER: ACQUIRED TASTE

The idea of acquired taste is pretty interesting. Those who are inclined to imbibe, often test the waters on their way to informed drinking by having something early on that almost always doesn’t suit them. Last year, as my mom was sick and I was visiting home a lot and got to hang out often […]

FUTURE DOC: SECRET IS REVEALED. BY DR. TIM PENCE

It’s that time again, another year winding down and a brand new year awaits us. This is a time we do a little reviewing and thoughts of changing areas in our lives where we feel inadequate or a need for improvement. At the top of the list for many are health and fitness conditions, such […]

WISDOM FROM THE WOODS: SOMEONE WONDERFUL. BY JIM SHOCK

It really is a wonderful life. How wonderful depends on your character. Are you Clarence? Do you aspire to earn your wings helping others soar? Perhaps, you’re George Bailey. A downtrodden optimist with a bruised butt from boot kicks. Possibly, you’re Mr. Potter, paralyzed by personal pain incapable of caring. Clarence left the cushy comforts […]

Saturday, Dec 21: Holiday Beats w/ Blaw Knox at Irish Pub

On Saturday, December 21, 10pm till late, The Irish Pub on Washington Street in downtown Lewisburg, WV will be transformed into a CLUB equipped with lights hazer and a continuous live DJ set – blending sounds of trap, dub, house, grime, trance and some global/ goa sounds. Hope you all are ready to elevate and […]