August is approaching! Now is the time to squeeze in the last things on your bucket list before school starts. See some of the events happening this month that you […]
Tag: summer
Peaches make for a welcome summertime orchard surprise
Recently my sister, mother and I took a stroll through our orchard. We went to check on our apple trees. We’d noticed a wild apple tree losing its leaves and […]
DIY: Solar lamps
by Aldona Bird Summer nights are perfect for outdoor evening socializing. But as the sun sets, you have to start thinking about how to light up your porch table or […]
No shortage of outdoor events to get your summer started
Summer is in full swing, and Mountaineer Country is gearing up for some exciting events that will make your summer unforgettable. Whether you’re a fan of live music, sporting events, […]
No, cracking the windows doesn’t make parked cars safe for dogs
by Michelle Reynolds I was standing near a store entrance when I heard it: yelping and barking coming from the parking lot. Dumping my items, I ran outside and found […]
What’s the No. 1 rule of swimming in pools?
It’s the time of year to swim and splash around in bodies of water and dive into pools. Of course, Monongalia County Health Department has a few things to say […]
Bouncing bubbles is a fun way to get kids outside this summer
It is officially summer time for my kiddos! School is out and warm weather has us spending all our free time outside. I love summer time and getting to soak […]
Discover activities to enjoy with family
Summer is right around the corner and Mountaineer Country is ready for it! As the sun peeks over the horizon earlier and sets over the mountains even later there’s so […]
Use corn in your sandbox for a mess free summer
With the weather finally warming up, my kiddos have been wanting to play outside as much as they can. I love this because it gets them away from electronics and […]
Mon Arts Center announces programs, camps
The Monongalia Arts Center has announced its programming schedule for the first half of 2024, including kids’ summer camps. Dedicated to bringing fun, affordable arts and creativity to the local […]
