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MAA hosting watercolor workshop

A limited number of spots is available for Chasing Wonder Watercolor Workshop with Trish McKinney, hosted by the Morgantown Art Association. The workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 6-9 at 5000 Green Bag Road, Morgantown. For a supply list and more info, visit morgantownartassociation.com or email maagallery@yahoo.com.

Morgantown Farmers Markets

Summer Saturday Markets will be held downtown at the Spruce Street pavilion from 8:30 a.m. to noon and Wednesday Markets will be held at Mylan Park from 4 to 7 p.m. Check www.morgantownfarmersmarket.org for the calendar and updates.

Arnettsville Farmers Market

Arnettsville Farmers Market is open for the season on Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m. at 4120 Fairmont Road, Morgantown. As the season progresses, more produce will be available. Some of the wonderful goods that have been available this season so far have included sourdough breads and bagels (including flavored breads), fruit breads, cookies, eggs, homemade jellies and jams, new red potatoes, lettuce, celery, onions, rhubarb, succulents, arugula, radishes and more. We are looking forward to corn, tomatoes, beans and more as the growing season allows! Follow Arnettsville Farmers Market on Facebook. Every Monday, there is a post showing what is expected to be available that day. If you don't use Facebook, call 304-278-9973 on Monday to find out what we expect to have. If you'd like to be a vendor (occasionally or full-time), call Laura at 304-278-7215.

Holy Steals and Deals indoor flea market

St.Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, 302 Third Avenue; Brownsville, Pa., will be having the annual "Holy Steals and Deals" Indoor Flea Market. An array of gently used items for all ages. Special "Holy Deal" prices range from 50 cents to $5 and various prices on larger items. The "Holy Steal" is all clothing $1 per item or fill a bag for $5. All items are sold in "as is" condition. Located on Route 40 before crossing the Lane Bane Bridge. Benefits parish renovations. For information, call 724-892-2587.

Sale dates (Subject to change):

August – Thursday, August 6 and Friday August 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday, August 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monongalia County Parks & Recreation Summer Concert Series

All concerts are scheduled for 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or camp chairs, let the kids run up and down the hill, and enjoy the music! Kids of all ages can pop bubbles, wave streamers, and dance with hula hoops to add to the dancing fun! For each concert, the park will have concessions available, however, coolers are welcome. Tickets are $5/person – Cash only. Children 6 and under get in free. Well-behaved pets are welcomed and must remain on a leash. Food trucks will be on hand.

Chestnut Ridge Park & Campground

346 Chestnut Ridge Camp Road, Bruceton Mills

Aug. 15: Meadow Run

Aug. 29: Weary Space Wanderer

Mason-Dixon Historical Park

79 Buckeye Road, Core

Aug. 8: The Hillbilly Biscuits

Ruby Summer Concert Series

The lineup for the upcoming 2026 Ruby Summer Concert Series features free community concerts at 7 p.m. Fridays through August at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater in Morgantown.

August 7: Who's Bad

August 14: Hanson

August 21: Ashley Cooke

August 28: 38 Special

Family reunions

-- WHITE FAMILY REUNION 2026: at 11 a.m. Aug. 8, the descendants of William White (1783-1860) and Mary (Darling) White (1791-1878) and their 11 children (Stephen, John Darling, James, Michael, Thomas, Joseph Shackelford, Lydia Ann, Richard Armstrong, Simon Lauch and Daniel) will be meeting for the 138th time at the Reunion Grounds where William and Mary's original log cabin and family cemetery is located at Maple, WV, north of Wadestown; south of Jollytown, PA. See our website for directions and look for our balloons. Bring a covered dish to share. There will be games, an auction and sharing of family lore. Contact Rebecca Bromley, 719-651-8817 or rsbromley@aol.com for details on the reunion or family history. See our website: www.whitefamilymaplewv. We always look forward to connecting with more family members. Allied surnames: BERDINE, CLOVIS, GILMORE, HENNEN, LEMMON, MANNING, MOORE, SIX, STEWART, STILES, WHISLER and WISE are welcomed. William White was a descendant of Stephen White who came to Maryland in 1659. Mary was a descendant of James Darling of Delaware, who died 1754, and Daniel David of Delaware, who came from Wales in 1749.

-- The annual Wiles & Watkins reunion will be held at the Mt. View Church, No. 4 Road, near Tunnelton, on Aug. 15. Dinner will be at 1 p.m.; covered dishes are welcome. Activities will include contests for horseshoes and cornhole, a white elephant sale, genealogy, awards and more. Call 304-777-3645 for information.

-- Inviting family and friends to the 103rd Gibson Family Reunion, on Aug. 16. Patriotic-themed. Honoring veterans – wear red, white and blue. Salem Community Building, 2118 Clifton Salem Road, Bruceton Mills. Noon to 5 p.m. with potluck at 1 p.m. Contact Amy at 423-650-2408.

August 5

The WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and OLLI will host a virtual presentation by Carol Petitto, executive director and founder of On Eagles’ Wings Therapeutic Horsemanship Center, at 2:30 p.m. The presentation is free and open to the public. The presentation will introduce On Eagles’ Wings Therapeutic Horsemanship Center and explore how equine-assisted services are transforming lives across north-central West Virginia. Attendees will learn about the different programs offered--including therapeutic riding, hippotherapy, equine-assisted learning, substance use recovery services, and miniature horse outreach--and discover how horses help individuals develop physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills. Through inspiring stories, research, and real-life examples, participants will gain a greater understanding of the unique bond between humans and horses and the evidence supporting equine-assisted interventions. The presentation will also highlight the role of volunteers, therapy horses, and community partnerships in making these life-changing programs possible. Whether you are simply curious about therapeutic horsemanship or interested in becoming a volunteer, donor, participant or advocate, you will leave with a deeper appreciation for the impact horses can have on improving lives and strengthening communities. Register at https://olliatwvu.wpcomstaging.com/archives/16002 to receive the Zoom link or contact the OLLI office at 304-293-1793.

August 7

Who said libraries have to be quiet? Celebrate the end of Summer Reading by rocking out at our very first Library Desk Concert! From 6 to 9 p.m., gather around the Morgantown Public Library’s first floor circulation desk and listen to local acts perform. You can also take a seat at a crafting table to make DIY guitar pick necklaces. Feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair as concert seating to this all-ages (indoor) event!

August 8

Summer Shindig Square Dance will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at Arthurdale Heritage Inc. This is a family-friendly event, accessible to all ages and skill levels-no experience needed. And thanks to funding from Try This WV and by Your Community Foundation, this square dance is FREE!

August 8-9

The Railyard Event & Conference Center in Elkins will host the 1st Annual West Virginia Outdoor Expo, a two-day celebration of everything that makes the Mountain State an outdoor playground. Set for Saturday and Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, the inaugural expo will transform The Railyard’s 28,000-square-foot venue into a regional hub for hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, camping, paddling and riding -- all under one roof. Admission is free both days and the event is all-ages and family-friendly. Highlights include: live stage demonstrations, a turkey-calling contest, meet the outfitters opportunities, prizes and giveaways, food and drinks and more family-friendly activities. If you're an interested vendor, contact Holly Ferguson, director of sales, at sales.railyard@taylorhospitality.com or visit therailyardwv.com for additional details.

August 9

The Highland Church in western Monongalia County will host its 160th Homecoming celebration. Services start at 9:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon. There will be a small program starting around 1:30. All are welcome. Please bring a covered dish and a lawn chair. The Church will provide drinks and utensils. For directions or questions, call Cheryl at 304-662-6332.

August 10

Ron Smith Memorial Car Show will start at 9 a.m. in Reedsville.

August 11

Try-A-Thon: Marilla Park at 799 E. Brockway Ave., Morgantown, will be held from 8 a.m. to noon. Kids can explore a variety of sports, activities and games in a fun, hands-on environment.

August 12

The Preston County Health Department will be holding a free poverty simulation from 10 a.m. to noon at Kingwood Volunteer Fire Department and Community building at 115 Brown Avenue in Kingwood. Lunch will be provided. The Community Action Poverty Simulation is an interactive activity that helps people understand what it can be like to live in poverty. During the simulation, participants take part in role-playing activities that show real-life challenges many families face every day. These challenges may include finding housing, paying bills, getting to work, finding childcare and accessing healthcare. CAPS helps build understanding and empathy, encourages important conversations and inspires people to work together to support stronger and healthier communities. For more information, email daniel.l.stiles@wv.gov or call 304-329-0096.

August 14-15

A rummage sale will be held at St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 2115 Listravia Ave., Sabraton, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days. Kitchen items including Pyrex and Tupperware, Krystonia figurines and books, Thomas Kinkade items, cardinals, autographed Bill Mazerowski baseball, puzzles, Boyds Bears figurines, Beanie Babies and much more. See you there!

August 15

-- Gary C. Martin Memorial Ride will start at 9 a.m. at East Marion Park, 35 City View Terrace, Fairmont. This is a fully supported Gran Fondo-style group road bike ride starting in East Marion Park in Fairmont, sponsored by Pike Street Bikes and Country Roads Physical Therapy. The event offers two routes for different skill levels: a 30 miler with 2000 feet of elevation gain and 40 miler with 3000 feet of elevation gain. Both routes feature some of the most stunning scenery in Marion County from Prickett's Fort State Park, the Barrackville Covered Bridge, to the highest point in Marion County, Kincaid Knob. A post-ride lunch will be provided. Registration is free.

-- Hometown Market: Annual Tomato Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monroe Street, Fairmont. The Marion County Master Gardeners and Main Street Fairmont have partnered together to bring you the Annual Tomato Festival. Join us for a day of fun, food, music, vendors and more. And don’t forget to sample some tomatoes.

August 16

-- The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 174 is hosting BINGO at the American Legion Post 174, 3470 Earl L Core Road, Morgantown. Doors open at 1 p.m. Selling starts at 2 p.m., and games begin at 3 p.m. They will also be having a school supply drive. Seat requests are open until August 14; call 304-694-2067.

-- Jack Forman Memorial Truck Show will begin at 10 a.m. in Reedsville. Chicken dinners, crafts, bounce houses and games.

August 22

Rock and roll down to the library to meet the cool folks from the Morgantown Roller Derby! At 11 a.m., Roller Derby Read Aloud will feature books plus skating demonstrations and a Q&A with the team. Preschoolers and kids of all ages are welcome to attend!

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