APPALACHIAN WONDERLAND: AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSIC HALL.
Located in Ronceverte, WV on Monroe Ave, in the former Island Park Roller Rink,, you’ll find weekly Tuesday night jam sessions and Saturday night concerts at The American Heritage Music Hall. They invite you and your family to join them and enjoy bluegrass, country, rock & roll, old time, and folk music from a variety […]
SHOPPING: THERE IS A SANTA!
Yes, parents, there is a Santa Claus, and he shops at Honnahlee Toys. This holiday season, don’t forget about Greenbrier County’s local toy store in Lewisburg, WV. Whether you still need gifts for your child(ren) or can think of a present for someone less fortunate, this shop on the busy downtown street is the perfect […]
MY DOG & I… ARE STUFFED. BY JANINE LAZARUS
That’s an English term for have “eaten too much”…and therein lies the message behind this episode of dog advice. Just because this is the season for us to indulge beyond a reasonable amount, does NOT mean that we have to subject our poor pooches to the same torture. Yes, I know that we, in all […]
Tuesday, Dec 17 – Home for the Holidays at GVT
On Tuesday, December 17th, check out international singer/songwriter Joti Gore in a Christmas performance called “Home for the Holidays, A Soulful Concert” at Greenrbrier Valley Theatre (GVT) in downtown Lewisburg, WV. This is a show you’re sure to enjoy as Gore is a highly talented singer. He’s performed at the Sydney Opera House, Carnegie Hall, […]
Friday, Dec. 20: Possum Holler Glee Club!
On Friday, December 20th, check out a jumpin, feel good band at the Irish Pub in downtown Lewisburg with Possum Holler Glee Club! with special guest, Josh Gesner on Cajon (a percussion instrument). They describe their sound as having foundations in old time blues and folk of yesteryear with an occasion to break out something […]
Beats on the Basin at Snowshoe 2013/14 Season
If you’re heading up to Snowshoe Mountain this ski/snowboard season and want to enjoy what the nightlife has to offer, don’t miss out on this 2013/14 winter concert series, Beats on the Basin. This series includes performances at the Connection Night Club on Friday nights from December 27th through the end of March, 2014. Every […]
REFLECT BACK & LOOK FORWARD IN LBSPY #48, OUT NOW!!!
Check out 4 weeks of things to do in our area including several options to bring in the new year!!! Be sure to pick us up. Issue date: December 16-January 13, 2014. On a side note, before we sent this issue to print, we caught our Elf on the Shelf editing it! (pictured above) Above: […]
SAVE OUR LOCAL TOY STORE: HONNAHLEE!
Hello Everyone, I’m launching a campaign to “Save our Local Toy Store, Honnahlee” The campaign, listed on CROWDTILT, needs to raise $20,000. Honnahlee founders, ROGER & COURTNEY SMITH have offered to help me get started with consulting. As of right now, the ONLY interest in Honahlee’s location is making it another OFFICE SPACE. Let’s see […]
HAVE YOU TRIED THE IRISH PUB’S APPETIZER MENU LATELY?
The Irish Pub in downtown Lewisburg, West Virginia offers a pleasant selection of food and drinks. Have you seen their appetizer menu lately? You’ll enjoy freshly prepared starters (a lighter fare) made from local bakeries. Big Soft Pretzel $3.50 An Israeli Recipe and made by Pnina Hass, this is not your average pretzel. A delicious, […]
HILLFOLK, WHISKEY, & TAXES. BY ARTFUL DRINKER
Just about every civilization that was socially, culturally, or financially inclined to produce alcohol (and most were) eventually embraced it in some way or another. The fermented grape or grain mixture found itself refined – and later distilled – for maximum effect and smoothness. And soon religious, ceremonial, or medicinal concoctions found themselves enjoyed recreationally. […]
A WOMAN, A STORY, & A LIFE IN-BETWEEN: DEODORANT DILEMMA. BY TIFFANY BLAIR
I’m having a deodorant dilemma. I’ve read several times over the years that some of the ingredients in mainstream deodorants and antiperspirants are harmful to your health, but I’ve always felt that it would be more harmful to the health of everyone who came in contact with me if I were to forego this and […]
WISDOM FROM THE WOODS: LIFE LESSONS – GOLIATH. BY JIM SHOCK
I agree with Jennifer Lawrence. What planet do we live on where Joan Rivers is qualified to criticize the appearance of anyone… or anything for that matter? We live in a world where innocence is prosecuted. Usually by folks reeking of rightness. Mistreating others in entertainment. The Fashion Police is the lowliest form of law […]
LBSPY IS UPGRADING TO A MONTHLY PUBLICATION
Hello Everyone! I am pleased to announce that LBSPY is being upgraded to a monthly arts and entertainment publication starting December 16th, 2013. This upgrade will allow me to create a bigger paper allowing for more content. There is so much happening in our area that with a monthly publication, our readers will be able […]
RAMBLIN: CONSCIOUS CONSUMERISM. BY JENNIFER SPROUSE
You can save the world one purchase at a time. You can promote environmental sustainability, be a proponent of fair trade, contribute to charitable causes, and stimulate the local economy of West Virginia with the swipe of a card or the drop of some change; you can be a sort of super hero shopper. With […]
FUTURE DOC: A SMILING, LOVELY LADY BY DR. TIMOTHY PENCE
A lovely 88 year old female came into the office a little over a month ago seeking help for a chronic neck condition. She explained that she had been in an auto accident in March of 2011. She reported a front end collision occurred that resulted in an air bag deployment which struck her head […]
MY DOG & I: PUPPY PLAY BY JANINE LAZARUS
We are learning how to play more!! Last week I started a new puppy class at the Fairgrounds and met an amazing group of brand new students!! We had a wide assortment of shapes and sizes from a Rottweiler to a Puggle/Bulldog…They ran the gamut from “shy” to “pushy” and I had a wonderful time […]
Celebrate the Holidays w/ Local Events!
For many people, there’s no more picturesque setting to celebrate the holidays than in scenic Appalachia. Across Greenbrier County and beyond, there are several holiday events the next two weeks. Provided is a list of things-to-do to bring in the season. Nothing says Christmas like the traditional parade rolling down the main strip. Bundled in […]
Sunday, Dec 15: Bob Thompson at the Spring
EVENT: Joy to the World with classic jazz and holiday tunes by the nationally renowned Bob Thompson Unit. WHERE: The Spring (old Fort Savannah). 204 N. Jefferson Lewisburg, West Virginia WHEN: Sunday, December 15th, 2013 Cover: $20 in advance ; $25 at door. JOIN EVENT ON FACEBOOK!
December 6 – First Friday in Lewisburg
First Friday is scheduled to take place on December 6th, starting at 5pm. This month’s event will be holiday themed and include free horse drawn carriage rides through beautiful downtown Lewisburg. Before you get on that ride, we recommend you stop in the Wild Bean (look left) for some delicious hot chocolate, a festive peppermint […]
Fri. Dec 6 – Meet Your LOCAL Brewer
During Lewisburg First Friday on December 6th, stop in Hill & Holler Bike Shop to taste some free delicious beer by Greenbrier Valley Brewing Co. Samples include American Pale Ale, IPA, Black IPA, and a Brown Ale. While you’re there, you’ll get to meet the brewer, Brian Raymiller, a guy with 17 years brewing experience […]