Groomed Trails and Crisp Mountain Air this February w/ HashtagWV!
This winter, head over to The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs to experience southern hospitality, elegant charm, and winter fun…. Their most popular winter activity is family skiing and snowboarding with 9 trails including 3 beginner, 5 intermediate, and 1 expert. Also this month, we feature February 9th’s The Virginia Opry’s “Be My Valentine” Show at the […]
Elegant Elders in the Arts: An Inside Look – Interview / Allan Sizemore, Carnegie’s Caretaker.
Any Elegant Elder of the Arts knows the arts can be messy, scary, sketchy, unpredictable and totally challenging. Allan Sizemore is the prime caretaker of one of our most Elder, most Elegant Art venues, Carnegie Hall. He oversees the daily care and maintenance of this elegant member of our community. She stands tall, graces Church […]
Future Doc: 2019, A Year of Change & Hope.
I think we all feel it. I sure do surely. Things and the times are a changing. There’s an awakening. Let’s Hope and assure that the Changes will be for the better of all. Let’s see beyond the divide and conquer agenda and respect our differences. Let’s embrace our commonalities. Let’s confront our problems and seek […]
In the Spirit: Becoming a “Somm”
Over the past few decades, the restaurant industry has received increased attention; an industry once thought of as a part-time gig for college students or people that are between jobs has blossomed into a (for the most part) well-respected career. Chefs’ got the first bit of attention with The Food Network’s glorification of celebrity chefs […]
From Christmas the Cowboy Way to SteelDriving, the Diverse 2019 Carnegie Season.
“T’were the days before Christmas and all thru the hall, armadillos were lurking beside Woody Paul, the canteens were hung on the mic stands with care, while Too Slim and Ranger Doug stood unaware, and Joey the Cowpolka King, there to distract us, near cellophane campfire and inflatable cactus…” “Christmas the Cowboy Way”, the amazing […]
Funeral Swag: Mise-en-place.
Get it together. That’s what it means, things in place, get it together. Get your mise-en-place, get all your ingredients. I say this a lot. Mostly to myself. Blair, get it together, tighten up. Guess its the chef coming out. Whatever you’re making, get the ingredients out. Potatoes, check, celery, check, salt, check. Things like […]
My Dog & I: Foundations
And another year begins…funny how they do seem to be running together these days. Yet another reminder to slow things down and enjoy our time here…with the help of our dogs, of course! This article gives me the opportunity to remind everyone again about the importance of preparing our new Xmas Puppies for their lives […]
Life Unhinged: Winter Dreams.
I wake up every morning sometime between two and five o’clock am. And often I can fall back asleep again but usually I can’t. When I can’t I have a little regimen that I follow. I take ten milligrams of melatonin (a hormone usually created in the pineal gland, but available in pill form, that […]
Guns & Cornbread: Winter is the Time for Beagles and Bunnies.
Look in here! Seek! Get ‘em! Look here!” My hunting buddy’s shouts were measured and rhythmic. He repeated the words over and again, giving emphasis when he stepped in likely looking pieces of cover. When he reached something he thought was especially inviting his tone would change and he would increase the tempo. This meant […]
Friday, Jan 18: Zoo of Trees at The Asylum
On Friday, January 18th, Beckley musicians Shawn Benfield (Guitar/Vocals) and Chris Huddle (Guitar/Backing Vocals) will come together to perform all your acoustic favorites at the Asylum in downtown Lewisburg. Follow them and see video at facebook.com/zoooftrees Also this January, check out Dan Freeman and Nathan Seldomridge; Winter Music Festival; Krista Hughes Band; and Matt Deal! The […]
B Sides & Badlands: The Parachute Brigade Shines Like Gold
There is an overwhelming majesty of the West Virginia countryside. It’s indescribable really. But when you listen to Americana band The Parachute Brigade, you get a truer sense of what heaven on earth really means. Armed with their debut project, aptly titled The Gold EP, the band of musicians — comprised of Justin Puett, Eric […]
Saturday, April 13: Lewisburg Chocolate Festival
On Saturday, April 13, make plans for The Lewisburg Chocolate Festival in downtown Lewisburg, WV. In its 13th year, this event will bring together some of our favorite things in life—music, shopping, good times and chocolate! Dating back to 2006, this Lewisburg West Virginia event has grown from offering 5,000 tastings to 35,000 in just 10 years. There will be […]
Saturday, Oct 12: Taste of our Town (TOOT)!
The 35th annual Taste of Our Town (TOOT) festival takes place on Saturday, October 12, 2019, from 11am until 3pm. Nearly 10,000 residents and visitors from across the region will gather on the streets of historic downtown Lewisburg. Each year, TOOT brings together signature dishes from local restaurants, civic clubs, and non-profits with live music and entertainment. […]
Monday, Jan 21: Celebrate & Honor Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King
The most visible figure in the Civil rights movement, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is honored across the country annually on the third Monday in January with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia, the holiday falls close to his birthday. As chief spokesman of the movement to […]
Saturday, Jan 26: 8th Annual Winter Music Festival.
The 8th Annual WV Winter Music Festival will take over downtown Lewisburg on Saturday, January 26th. Festival goers will be entertained by seven venues, scattered throughout the downtown, brimming with personable people, energy, and mixed musical genres. You will find old-time and bluegrass, funk and reggae, thrasher metal and classic metal, blues and R&B. Any […]
Mtn Music Trail: Happy New Year from Mtn Music Trail
It’s the time for New Year’s resolutions – and for “auld lang syne” – a time to look back – as well. Why is there a Mountain Music Trail (MMT)? Let’s take a look at the mission statement: The Mountain Music Trail is made up of a diverse group who are dedicated to: (Pictured above: Long […]
WV Artist on Display: It’s Always Subject to Change – Interview w/ Anna Tuckwiller.
Meet Anna Stout Tuckwiller, the painter, designer, and photographer behind @bwoolfstudios. She designs iphone cases, pillow covers, tea towels, baby blankets, and more! Her paintings are offered as originals or high-quality prints. Anna recently displayed her work at Lee Street Studios in Lewisburg. Learn more about our WV artist of the month with our Q&A: […]
The Parachute Brigade Shines Like Gold in HashtagWV this January!
The Parachute Brigade shines like gold in HashtagWV this January. In his interview with the band, Jason Scott w/ B Sides and Badlands writes: “…when you listen to Americana band The Parachute Brigade, you get a truer sense of what heaven on earth really means. Armed with their debut project, aptly titled The Gold EP, […]
Appalfolks of America Celebrates 33 Years of Community Service!
Appalfolks of America Association (AAA), will celebrate 33 years of community service on Dec. 12, 2018. AAA is a non-profit organization based in Clifton Forge and founded by M. Ray Allen in 1985, Over the years, Appalfolks has built its stellar reputation by helping Appalachian youth via its outreach programs, and in 2006, the University […]
My Dog & I: Joy
It’s here again, Thank Goodness! Yes, I really do love Xmas. I know, have a reputation for being heartless and uncompromising but Xmas just makes me smile!! Those of us that are Xmas Fans are busy thinking of fun ways to celebrate, good things to cook, creative gifts to come up with and anticipating another […]