Top Reasons to Live in West Virginia
Well, here are our top reasons you might want to move to West Virginia. We have a lot to offer that you might not expect. Here’s a little tiktok video we made, a recipe for a perfect life. Of course there’s more reasons! 9 State Forests + 35 State Parks From hiking and biking to […]
Sat. March 12: Bing Brothers feat. Jake Krack Bring Old-Time to Pocahontas Opera House!
On Saturday, March 12th, Mike, Dave, and Tim Bing will grace the stage at the Pocahontas Opera House in Marlinton, West Virginia. The Bing Brothers are among the most formidable and respected old-time musicians in West Virginia. Collectively as the Bing Brothers Band, and individually, they have performed, competed, taught, and promoted their brand of […]
Under the Influence w/ Ricky Bobby Chef aka Chef DANCUK!
Meet Ricky Bobby Chef, a Japanese hibachi chef who brings out the good vibes at Fujiyama in Beckley (Raleigh County). He also goes by the name Chef Dancuk and he has a tiktok channel @rickybobbychef that has garnered over 1.4 million followers and more than 42 million video likes. His youtube channel @rickybobbychefofficial has over […]
Fluid Acrylics w/ Jill Nolan
Get to know Jill Nolan, a self-taught abstract artist specializing in fluid acrylics. She describes her art as abstract and emphasizing movement. “It is an intuitive process that combines a plan with responding to the medium, as fluid paint can sometimes be surprising.” Part of what drew Jill to fluid art was the ability to […]
Greenbrier Valley Brewing Co Women Move Forward in the Brewing Industry!
Think about the last beer you drank. What did it taste like? Maybe you had Weathered Ground Brewery’s Thespian Espionage and you discovered notes of herbs and coconut. Do you remember what it smelled like? So now, let’s picture the person who brewed that beer. Do you know what they looked like? Were they tall […]
Wednesday, March 16: Celtic Angels of Ireland at Historic Masonic Theatre!
On Wednesday, March 16th, the Historic Masonic Theatre welcomes Celtic Angels of Ireland. Show starts at 7pm and this event is presented by Alleghany Highlands Arts Council & Historic Masonic Theatre. Immerse yourself in Ireland’s infectious influences across the Wild Blue Ocean to the Amber Waves of Grain and Beyond. Historic Masonic Theatre Celebrating Irish […]
The Steel Wheels at Carnegie Hall!
The Steel Wheels have long been at home in the creative space between tradition and innovation, informed by the familiar sounds of the Virginia mountains where the band was formed, but always moving forward with insightful lyrics and an evolving sound. They perform at Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg on Saturday, March 26th. In 2005, Jay […]
The Virginia Opry presents Shenandoah Valley Artists & Patsy Meets Elvis!
The Appalfolks of America Association will present two shows this month including “Shenandoah Valley Recording Artists,” held Saturday, March 5th at 7pm in Natural Bridge and “Patsy Meets Elvis at the Virginia Opry,” slated for Saturday, March 26 at 7pm at the Historic Masonic Theatre in Clifton Forge. Nashville recording artist Keith Bryant will […]
Friday, March 18: Tribute to Johnny Cash w/ Gray Sartin at The Granada Theater
The Bluefield Arts and Revitalization Corporation is pleased to present Johnny Cash Now at The Granada Theater on Friday, March 18 from 7-9pm. This tribute honors the memory of Cash by playing the songs from the three phases of his career, including hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 90s. Gray Sartin honors the […]
Friday, April 1: Hills and Hollers. Celebrating 900 Years of Pocahontas County!
On Friday, April 1st, enjoy an evening of songs, stories and sass, as the county celebrates 200 years of the music and mountain folk who’ve called Pocahontas County home. This special event features local musicians, storytellers, and maybe even a liar or two, just like our beloved county, this event promises to have a little […]
Thursday, March 10: Opening Reception of Myth & Legend by Gregory Jones at Bloomfield Richwood
Greek mythology is an especially strong source of inspiration for Gregory Jones‘ art. As reflections of the human psyche, dreams and myth are inexhaustible sources of human understanding. Jones seeks to tap into those sources of creativity in new and meaningful ways. In his paintings, he uses a combination of abstraction and figuration to translate […]
Patrick O’Flaherty Brings in St. Patrick’s Day w/ HashtagWV!
It’s almost time to don your green attire (check out Shop Local WV for our latest collection of West Virginia St. Patrick’s Day apparel) and enjoy Irish tunes, tasty ales and stouts, some whiskey shots, and of course, great food! And with a performance by Irish/Gaelic musician Patrick O’Flaherty, you’ll certainly want to make Lewisburg your destination for […]
Get the West Virginia Bear Collection!
Did you know.. the black bear is West Virginia’s state animal? While they can be active at any time during the year, they are typically seen beginning mid-March to mid-November. We recently came out with our “Shop Local West Virginia Bear” tee. This is a woman’s tee ranging from sizes Small to 4xl. We also have this […]
Wild & Willowful: The Last Halo of Winter
The bright light that shines through my window on a mid-February day looks so deceiving. It beckons me outside, as though it’s a hot sunny day, when really, when I step out into it, the frigid blasts of the winter air and the blustering winds chill my cheeks and begin to freeze my uncovered fingertips. The […]
Saturday, May 28: Cracker & The Larry Keel Experience at Farm at Glen Haven
On Saturday, May 28th, The Farm at Glen Haven in Clifton Forge is excited to announce Cracker Soul & Keel Revival! This family-friendly Memorial Day weekend performance will be a genre-bending experience set to excite live music fans of all ages. From Americana, pop, country, bluegrass, blues, and rock n’ roll, there will be a […]
Sintered Sculptures by Jamey Biggs at Bloomfield Richwood
Until March 6th, Bloomfield Richwood invites you to visit their newest art exhibit: Sintered Sculptures by Jamey Biggs. Biggs grew up in Summersville, West Virginia. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and a Bachelor of Science in Art education. He completed an MFA in Ceramics at Indiana State University in 2003. Biggs […]
Eye on the Sky: We, Lost in the Chasm of Space.
Hello, once again fellow astrophiles! Well, we’re in the dead of winter now and I’m sure many of you don’t relish the idea of standing around outside freezing your tootsies off looking up at the sky. I have to admit it can sometimes be hard for me to open the door too, but the winter […]
Book Review: Terrebone by Robin Elaine.
Now that we have settled into another West Virginia winter, there’s often nothing more comforting than curling up with a blanket, a warm cup and a good book. If you find the time for one of those moments – and I hope you do – I’d encourage you to explore the world of Terrebonne, a […]
History Unraveled: A Valentine from Space.
Most of us in any kind of relationship with another human being already has Valentine’s Day on the radar – memo to self…don’t forget the card, the e-card, the text with gif, the chocolates, the dinner reservation, etc. The origins of this celebration of love goes back to the 3rd Century in the person of […]
In the Spirit: Cocktailen. by Stephen Smith
Sure, who doesn’t like a good bourbon on the rocks or poured neat? However, when we’re not drinking top-shelf liquor sometimes we need help. That’s where cocktails come in! First, let’s define what a cocktail is. A cocktail is simply an alcoholic drink consisting of a spirit or several spirits mixed with other ingredients. Now […]