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Wednesday, Nov. 15
Poinsettia Sale Deadline: The ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Ballet’s annual poinsettia sale is offering 6-1/2
- ”-inch pots of poinsettias available in red, white, pink, and marble. Each poinsettia costs $12. Orders and payment are due by Wednesday, Nov. 15. To order poinsettias or receive more information, call the ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Ballet at 304-342-6541. Poinsettia pick-ups can be made from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at the Masonic Temple, 820 Virginia St., E., in downtown ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä.
- ‘Socializing Through Play’: The North ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Community Center, 2009 Seventh Ave. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä, will host a “Socializing Through Play” program from 11 a.m. to noon. The program allows people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to socialize, play and engage in activities such as bingo and arts and crafts. For more information, email pamela.whitestone@cityofcharleston.org or call 304-348-6884.
- EERC Program: The East End Resource Center will celebrate an early Thanksgiving holiday dinner. Pastor Phillip Dunn and his family will provide seasonal inspirational support. Free transportation is available to East End senior citizens who want to attend the Wednesday senior activities at the Roosevelt Neighborhood Center, 502 Ruffner Ave. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. The Senior Program will be closed on Nov. 22 and 23 for the Thanksgiving holiday but will resume the regular schedule and activities on Nov. 29 and 30. Free transportation requests and more information is available by calling Latoya at 681-340-9767, Sandra at 304-346-2030 or Karen at 681-385-3372.
- KVSS Programs: Kanawha Valley Senior Services, 1710 Pennsylvania Ave. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä, will host bingo games from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. A Lunch and Learn presentation at noon will feature Gail Pitchford of Pro Clutter Buster, LLC. The lunch menu will include tuna salad on a wheat bun, three-bean salad, beets, and cottage cheese with pineapples. Call 304-348-0707, ext. 203, for additional information.
- Winfield Vaccinations: The Putnam County Health Department will administer flu and COVID-19 shots from 1 to 2 p.m. at Winfield City Hall in Winfield. Participants should bring their insurance cards and a completed flu shot registration forms. For more information or to schedule another date for a vaccination at the Winfield office of the Putnam County Health Department, call 304-757-2541.
- Special Needs Tennis: A free program offering tennis to those of all ages with special needs takes place from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Family YMCA. For more information, visit the Tennis for Fun WV page on Facebook or call the YMCA at 304-350-3527.
- Irish Open House: An open house will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Catholic High School, 1033 Virginia St., E., in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. The event will include student-led tours, a brief information session with the principal and opportunities to meet with CCHS staff, administrators and parents. For more information, call 304-342-8415.
- Fitlot Group Fitness Classes: Fitlot and AARP sponsor free Fitlot group fitness classes from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays at East End Community Park, 1564 Dixie St. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä.
- BridgeValley Open House: An open house, for all majors, will start at 5:30 p.m. at BridgeValley Community and Technical College’s Davis Hall in Montgomery. To register for the open house or view a full list of majors, visit bridgevalley.edu/open-house. For additional information, contact the Admissions Office at 304-205-6700.
- HubCAP Meetings: HubCAP will have its monthly meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Gateway Center, 2 Greyhound Lane in Smithers. The public is invited to attend and bring ideas for the future of Smithers. A special HubCAP meeting will also be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Gateway Center, for attendees to meet muralist Bernie Wilke and discuss the grant-funded mural he will paint on the U.S. 60 side of the center.
- Animal Shelter Food Drive: An animal shelter food drive will be underway Wednesday, Nov. 15, through Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Tompkins House at 1023 Kelleys Creek Road in Cedar Grove. Those donating Purina Dog Chow, Puppy Chow, Cat Chow or Kitten Chow will be entered to win a $100 Walmart gift card. Other items sought for donation include blankets, collars, leashes, toys, treats, cat litter and litter pans, towels, and beds.
Thursday, Nov. 16
- Silver Sneakers Classes: Certified Silver Sneakers instructor Rita Johnson leads classes for seniors at 10 a.m. Thursdays at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 314 Donnally St. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. The class includes 60-minute chair exercises. The Silver Sneakers class is also offered at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at the center. For more information, phone 304-348-6404.
- EEFRC Senior Programs: The East End Family Resource Center at the Roosevelt Neighborhood Center, 502 Ruffner Ave. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä, has expanded its senior programs to Thursdays. Free transportation is provided to East End seniors. Lunch is served at 12:15 p.m. Low-impact exercise and stretching are offered from 1 to 1:30 p.m. Arts and crafts, candle making, jewelry making, and ceramics are offered from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Bible study and bingo games are proposed additional activities. For more information, call Latoya at 681-340-9767, Sandra at 304-346-2030 or Karen at 681-385-3372.
- YWCA Center Grand Opening: The grand opening of the YWCA ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Center for Racial Equality and Inclusion is scheduled for 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at 412 Elizabeth St. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. Light refreshments will be served during the grand opening celebration.
- Needle Arts Group: Anyone interested in using a needle to create hand-stitched items is encouraged to attend Majestic Mountain Needle Arts meetings, which are held at 6:15 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at the Dunbar Public Library, 301 12th St. in Dunbar. Members are invited to gather as early as 5:30 p.m. to visit or enjoy open stitching prior to the Nov. 16 meeting. Along with a business meeting, members will have an educational stitching project. Visit Facebook, MMNAEGA.com or email MMNAEGA.info@gmail.com for more information.
- Pledge Ritual Banquet: The ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä City Council of Beta Sigma Phi International Sorority will have its annual pledge ritual banquet at 6 p.m. in the Activity Building cafeteria of St. Anthony Catholic Church, 1000 Sixth St. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä.. RSVPs are required; contact Charlotte Bowling at charlotte.bowling@gmail.com.
Friday, Nov. 17
- KVSS Craft Class: Kanawha Valley Senior Services, 1710 Pennsylvania Ave. in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä, will host a craft class at 10:30 a.m. Lunch afterward will include chicken pot pie with broccoli, corn, and fresh fruit. For further information, phone 304-348-0707, ext. 203.
- Lunch will be Chicken Pot Pie with Broccoli, Corn, and Fresh Fruit.
- Putnam Wellness Coalition: The Putnam Wellness Coalition will meet at 10:30 a.m. at Area 34 in Hurricane, across the road from the Putnam Main Library. For more information, email Miles@regionalfrn.org.
‘Light the Way’ 5K: The seventh annual Children’s Therapy Clinic 5K Run/Walk will begin at 6 p.m. at Coonskin Park in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. The fee for either the timed or non-timed run/walk is $35. The event will include a sneak peek at the Lights of Coonskin holiday display, hot chocolate, caroling, and contests including Ugliest Sweater, Best Costume, and Most Creative Team Theme. The participant who raises the most money will win a special prize package. Participants who raise $100 by Wednesday, Nov. 15, can receive a refund of $30 on their registration fee. Run packet pickups will be available from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, in the Sam Bowling Conference Room of City National Bank at 3601 MacCorkle Ave., S.E., in Kanawha City or on the day of the run/walk beginning at 4:30 p.m. in the Coonskin Park Columbia Shelter. Proceeds from the “Light the Way” 5K will support the Children’s Therapy Clinic. To register in advance or learn more, go to runsignup.com.
- SCMS Art Walk: The South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Middle School Art Walk will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Café Appalachia, 206 D St. in South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. Students will sell artwork, including prints, stickers, clay polymer pens, and woodcrafts, to benefit the SCMS art program. For additional information, email Jenna Hill at jrhill@mail.kana.k12.wv.us.
- Friday Night Jam: Stephanie and the Band of Brothers will perform at the Friday Night Jam at the Elk River Community and Education Center, 1058 Main St. in Elkview, beginning at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. The center’s thrift store will be open from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Concessions are available. For more information, call the Elk River Community and Education Center at 304-965-3722.
- ‘Clue on Stage’: “Clue on Stage” will be presented at the Alban Arts Center, 65 Olde Main Plaza in St. Albans, at 8 p.m., with additional performances at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and students. They can be purchased at the door or at www.albanartscenter.com.
- Art & Craft Show: The Kanawha City Lions Club will sponsor the Capital City Art and Craft Show at the ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Coliseum and Convention Center. The show will be open from 2 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18; and noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 19. The first 250 Capital City Art and Craft Show attendees each day receive “Lion Buck” coupons they can redeem for discounts from show vendors. Daily admission is $6 for adults and $2 for children younger than 12. Patrons can receive $1 off an adult admission fee by donating nonperishable food items for local food pantries and used tennis shoes/sneakers, which will be recycled. For more information, call 304-541-4756.
Saturday, Nov. 18
- 5Katie Trail Run: The second annual 5Katie, a 10K and 5K trail run and untimed 2K walk, will be held at Meeks Mountain Trails, 3511 W.Va. 34 in Hurricane, starting at 9 a.m. All profits will go toward care and treatment of pediatric cancer. Packet pickups for the trail run will be offered from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. at the big red barn at the front of Hurricane City Park. Prizes will be awarded in different age groups for the 5K and 10K events. To register in advance or receive more information, visit www.bikesignup.com.
- Sustainable Conservation Program: The Nitro Sustainable Conservation Community group will host a program from 10 a.m. until noon at the Nitro Community Center, 234 Lee Ave. in Nitro. Activities and attractions will include guest speakers/beekeepers David Baker Jr., Alan Leadman and members of the Women Beekeepers of West Virginia; children’s crafts and hive decorating; candle making with beeswax; an update on the community pollinator garden; local honey and products for sale; and prize giveaways.
- Community Meeting/Election: The Institute/West Dunbar/Pinewood Sub-Area Planning Committee will hold its annual election and quarterly community meeting from 10 a.m. until noon at the William J. Raglin Community Education Center, 142 Marshall Ave. in Dunbar.
Sunday, Nov. 19
- Oral History Collection: At 1 p.m., an oral history collection regarding the Junior Grays baseball team that played in Amandaville will get underway at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Eighth Avenue and B Street, in St. Albans. Participants’ recollections of the team will be recorded for a Marshall University audio/video archive project. For further information, contact Don Epps at 304-444-2282.
- Museum of Music Exhibit: The West Virginia Museum of Music, located in the ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Town Center, will have an opening event for its latest exhibit, “Music of the Kanawha Valley: The Terry Lowry Collection,” from 1 to 3 p.m. The exhibit of photographs was culled from longtime ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä musician/writer Lowry’s personal collection. Music will be provided by Lowry’s band, Patty and The Butchers, with guest Jakob Thomas. For more information, visit www.wvmhof.com or call 304-342-4412.
Tuesday, Nov. 21
- ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Coin Club: The ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Coin Club will conduct its monthly meeting for members and the public at 7 p.m. at the Kanawha City Community Center, 3511 Venable Ave., S.E., in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. A coin auction will be held. For further information, call 304-727-4062 or visit www.kvcc.eznetway.com.
- Belle Bingo Fundraiser: Mountain Roots Community Theatre, 2700 East Dupont Ave. in Belle, will host a bingo fundraiser for the theater at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 for 20 games and can be purchased at the door or at www.mountainrootstheatre.org. Prizes will include gift cards and themed gift baskets, among others. A 50/50 raffle will be held, with one ticket costing $1 or seven tickets costing $5. Concessions will be available.
