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ARTSBRIDGE CALENDAR May 15, 2008 – Complete Calendar at www.artsbridgeonline.org NOTICE: National Tourism Week Celebrations in Mid-Ohio Valley May 10-18. Call 304-428-1130 Kick-off Ceremonies: Friday, May 9 beginning at 10 AM at WV Welcome Center in Williamstown where multiple area attractions will have booth displays set up throughout the day.
NOTICE: “2008 Peoples Collection Art Show” – a call for entries. Will accept 2 original recent works which represent the theme “5 Senses” by September 19, 2008. Call 740-376-728 or www.peoplesbancorp.com
PARKERSBURG-Ongoing Classes – Art Classes for children & Adults at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Call 304-485-3859 for schedules and times. www.parkersburgartcenter.org
MARIETTA—Ongoing: June, July, August Architectural Walking Tours starting from The Castle Carriage House, 418 4th St. Saturdays beginning at 10:30 AM. Call 740-373-4180
MARIETTA--Ongoing Global Acerobics Class to be held at Pride Dojo,179 Front St. Saturdays 4-5 PM. Call 740-374-6279
MARIETTA—Ongoing Cartoon Fun Drawing Class with J. D. Williamson at Marietta YMCA every Tuesday at 4 PM. Call 304-375-7888.
MARIETTA—April 25 – June 1 Art – Evergreen Arts & Humanities Series - “Washington State Community College Student & Alumni Art Exhibit” presented by the Evergreen Arts & Humanities Series at the Parkersburg At Center, 725 Market St. Call 740-374-8716, ext. 2107.
ATHENS—April 8-June 29 Art – “Portfolios and Suites from the Print Collection” exhibition at the Kennedy Museum of Art at Ohio University. Call 740-593-1304.
HUNTINGTON—April 13-July 13 Art – “American Spirit” exhibit at the Huntington Museum of Art. Call 304-529-2701
PARKERSBURG—May 1-30 Art –VanDevender Junior high School Art Class Mixed Medium Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
MARIETTA—May 1-August 31 Art – Victorian Hair Art Exhibit at The Castle, 418 4th St. Call 740-373-4180
PARKERSBURG—May 2-June 30 Art – “The Isness of Being” exhibition of works by Bassmi Ibrahim and “Grazing Butterflies” exhibition by Lenne Nicklau-ball at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Call 304-485-3859 Opening Reception: Fri., May 2, 5:30-7:30 PM
MARIETTA—May 7-28 Art – Wednesday Workshop with Bev including coiled basket making, creative stitchery, fabric painting & decorative lettering at Riverside Artist Gallery, 188 Front St. Wed. 9:30-11:30 Call 740-376-0797. www.riversideartistsgallery.com
PARKERSBURG—May 17 Dance – Schrader Youth Ballet recital featuring “Carnival of the Animals”, Duncan Noble’s Old American Dances’ and “West Side Story” grand finale at the Smoot Theatre. Sat. 7:30 PM. Call 304-422-7529
PARKERSBURG—May 17 Music – College Chorale of WVU-P Spring Concert at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 11th & Market St. Sat. 7:30 PM. No admission fee. Call 304-424-8248
Marietta—May 18 Music – “Song and Dance” presented by the Trillium Piano Trio at The Castle, 418 4th St. Sun. 3-5 PM. Reservations please. Call 740-373-4180
MARIETTA—May 18 Music – “Ohio’s History in Song” by Folklorist Hank Arbaugh at The Campus Martius Museum, 601 Second St. Sun. 3-4:30 PM. Call 740-373-3750.
PARKERSBURG—May 18,19 Theatre – Auditions For “The Wizard of Oz”, musical, at The Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Sun., Mon. Call 304-485-9322. www.actorsguildonline.com
MARIETTA—May 19 Event – “Connect –to-Success” Scholarship Scramble to benefit area students at the Marietta Country Club. Mon. starting at 1 PM. Call 740-374-8716, ext. 1885.
PARKERSBURG—May 21 Event – “A Day in May” Labyrinth Walk presented by Facilitators Pamela Martino and Therese Stephens at Parkersburg City Park. Wed. 5:30-6:30 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
PARKERSBURG—May 22 Festival – 9th Annual Very Special Arts Festival for students with disabilities presented by ARTSBRIDGE and WVU-P on the campus at WVU-P. Thurs. 9 AM-2 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
VOLCANO—May 23,24,25 Event – “The Battle for Volcano”, Civil War re-enactment at Mountwood Park featuring re-enactments, historic displays, wagon rides & hayrides, period dancing & entertainment. Fri., Sat., Sun.Call 304-679-3611. www.mountwoodpark.org
ATHENS—May 23-September 1 Art – Bead International and Beyond Basketry Exhibition featuring innovative and contemporary trends in the mediums of beading and basketry at The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane. Call 740-592-4981. www.dairybarn.org
PARKERSBURG—May 29 Music – Jason Ricci & New Blood at Front Row, 4000 Emerson Ave. Thurs. 8 PM. Call 304-422-7655
PARKERSBURG—May 30,31 Theatre – “Doubt”, drama, at The Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
CAIRO—May 31,June 1 Event – Rock climbing classes taught by New River Mountain Guides at North Bend State Park presented by Adventure Pursuit. Sat. 1 PM; Sun. 9 AM 7 1 PM. E-mail adventurepursuit@hotmail.com
PARKERSBURG—June 1-30 Art –Carolyn McCauley Watercolor Pastels Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
PARKERSBURG—June 5 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Elvis Tribute Artist Steve Sams, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, 17th & Park Ave. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
MINERAL WELLS—June 6,7 Music – 11th Annual Stoney Creek Bluegrass Festival featuring Goldwing Express and 12 other bands at WV Interstate Fairgrounds at Butcher Bend. Full camper hookup available. Fri. starting at 2 PM; Sat. 12 Noon-11:30 PM. Call 304-464-8023. www.stoneycreekbluegrassband.com
PARKERSBURG—June 6,7,8 Theatre – “Doubt”, drama, at The Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri.,Sat. 8 PM’ Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
MARIETTA—June 7 Music – Jazz In the Woods featuring Michael Tobar’s Appalachian Jazz Quartet in the parlor at The Castle, 418 4th St. Sat. 7-8 PM. Reservations please. Call 740-373-4180.
MARIETTA—June 7 Music – Songwriter Festival hosted by Todd Burge as a benefit for the Colony Theatre restoration. 12 Noon-6 PM - Songwriter Singer/songwriter Jason Wilber preceded by the winner of the Songwriter Competition at MOV Players Theatre, 229 Putnam St. Call 740-373-0894. www.colonytheatre.com
PARKERSBURG—June 9-14 Dance – Summer Intensive Day Camp with daily classes in ballet, pointe, jazz, and musical theatre for ages 8-18 at Schrader Ballet Studio, 601 Market St. Mon.-Sat. Call 304-485-0181 or 304-422-7088
PARKERSBURG—June 9-14 Dance – Dance Workshops “Ballet Fairy Tales & Princesses” for ages 6-8 at Schrader Ballet Studio, 601 Market St. Call 304-485-0181 or 304-422-7088
PARKERSBURG—June 12 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Insured Sound with variety music from the 50’s to today, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org Corporate Sponsor: Huntington Bank
MARIETTA—June 13 Art – Downtown Artist Walk with Painter Ginny Killian at The Riverside Artists Gallery, 188 Front St. Fri. 6-9 PM. Call 740-376-0797. www.riversideartistsgallery.com
MARIETTA—June 13,14 Theatre – “Barefoot in the Park”, by Neil Simon, at The MOV Players Theatre. Fri., Sat. 8 PM Call 740-373-3023. www.movp.org
PARKERSBURG—June 13,14 Theatre – “Doubt”, drama, at The Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
RIPLEY—June 13,14,15 Event – “The West Virginia Writers Annual Conference at Cedar Lakes Conference Center. Features more than 50 workshops, entertainment, and an awards banquet. Call 304-295-4738 or 304-428-1218. www.wvwriters.org/conference.htm/
PARKERSBURG—June 14 Event –Island Frolic on Blennerhassett Island. Includes a sunset sternwheeler ride, narrated horse-drawn wagon ride, bicycle ride, and picnic snack. Reservations required. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—June 16-20 Art – Camp Creativity for kids entering grades 1-3 at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. Call 304-485-3859
PARKERSBURG—June 16-21 Dance – Summer Dance Intensive presented by Schrader Youth Ballet at their studio at 601 Market St. Mon. – Sat. Call 304-485-0181
PARKERSBURG—June 17 Event –Brunch with Margaret Blennerhassett on Blennerhassett Island and also includes a tour of the Mansion. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—June 19 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Steve & Bev Pottmeyer with country/easy listening music, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
PARKERSBURG—June 20 Event –West Virginia Day Celebration on Blennerhassett Island. Cake will be served at 2 PM. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—June 20 Event – “The Night Labyrinth” presented by Facilitators Pamela Martino and Therese Stephens at Parkersburg City Park. Fri. 8-9 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
MARIETTA—June 20 Music – Mayor’s Third Friday Jubilee on Front Street in front of Armory. Friday 6-9 PM. Call 740-373-1387
PARKERSBURG—June 20,21,22 Festival – MOV Multi-Cultural Festival featuring traditional folk music, dance, cuisine & crafts from many cultures and ethnic groups at Parkersburg City Park. Fri. 6-11 PM; Sat. 11 AM-11 PM; Sun.12 Noon-8 PM Call 304-428-5555. www.movmcf.org
MARIETTA—June 20,21.22 Theatre – “Barefoot in the Park”, by Neil Simon, at The MOV Players Theatre. Fri., Sat. 8 PM; Sun. 3:00 PM Call 740-373-3023. www.movp.org
BELPRE—June 21 Event – Annual Golf Scramble Fundraiser for the Farmers Castle Museum Education Center at Oxbow Golf Course. Teams need to register. Sat. 8 AM Tee off. Call 740-42-7588. www.belprehistory.org
Marietta—June 22 Music – “Joseph Haydn and Prince Esterhazy: the Artist and the Aristocrat”” presented by the Trillium Piano Trio at The Castle, 418 4th St. Sun. 3-5 PM. Reservations please. Call 740-373-4180
PARKERSBURG—June 23-26 Dance – Fine Arts Day Camp presented by MOV Ballet at the Studio, 1311 Ann St. Mon.-Thurs. Call 304-422-5538. www.movballet.com
PARKERSBURG—June 23-27 Art – Camp Creativity for kids entering grades 4-6 at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. Call 304-485-3859
MARIETTA—June 23-27 Event – “Historic Escapades” Daycamp for students in grades 3-5 at the Castle, 418 4th St. Crafts, games, tours, tidbits, music and fashions. Pre-registration please. Call 740-373-4180
PARKERSBURG—June 26 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring South of the River Band, with country/rock music, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org Corporate Sponsor: Coldwell Banker/Landmark Realtors
PARKERSBURG—June 26,27 Theatre – Auditions for Disney’s “High School Musical” at The Smoot Theatre, 213 Fifth St. Call 304-422-7529. www.smoot-theatre.com
MARIETTA—June 27,28 Theatre – “Barefoot in the Park”, by Neil Simon, at The MOV Players Theatre. Fri., Sat. 8 PM; Call 740-373-3023. www.movp.org
PARKERSBURG—June 28 Event –Island Frolic on Blennerhassett Island. Includes a sunset sternwheeler ride, narrated horse-drawn wagon ride, bicycle ride, and picnic snack. Reservations required. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—June 29 Event – Re-enactment and audience interactive events to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the French & Indian War presented by WV State Parks on Blennerhassett Island. 11 AM – 5 PM. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—June 29-August 15 Art – “Red, White, & Regional 08” adult & student exhibitions at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Call 304-485-3859. www.parkersburgartcenter.org Opening Reception: Sun., June 29, 2-5 PM
PARKERSBURG—July 1-30 Art –Paul Borrelli Parkersburg Historic Photographs Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
RIPLEY—July 3-6 Festival – Mountain State Arts & Crafts Festival at Cedar Lakes Conference Center. Thurs-Sun. 9 AM-7 PM. Call 1-800-225-5982
PARKERSBURG—July 4 Event –Ringing of the Bells on Blennerhassett Island. Bells will ring 13 times at 2 PM. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
MARIETTA—July 4 Music – “Red, White, & Blues Festival in the Lafayette Hotel Parking Lot, 101 Front St. Fri. 7 PM- 12 Midnight. Call 6740-376-9690
PARKERSBURG—July 7-10 Dance – Fine Arts Day Camp presented by MOV Ballet at the Studio, 1311 Ann St. Mon.-Thurs. Call 304-422-5538. www.movballet.com
BELPRE—July 8 Event – Belpre Historical Society Annual Picnic at Depot Park with O & LK Railroad History Group Tues. 6 PM Call 740-423-7588. www.belprehistory.org
PARKERSBURG—July 10 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring MIXX Band with popular music old & new, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
PARKERSBURG—July 11 Theatre – “Golden Dragon Acrobats, the premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company, at the Smoot Theatre, 213 Fifth St. Fri., 7 PM. Call 304-422-7529. www.smoot-theatre.com
MARIETTA—July 11 Art – Downtown Artist Walk with Fabric Artist Gwen Noe at The Riverside Artists Gallery, 188 Front St. Fri. 6-9 PM. Call 740-376-0797. www.riversideartistsgallery.com
PARKERSBURG—July 12 Event –Island Frolic on Blennerhassett Island. Includes a sunset sternwheeler ride, narrated horse-drawn wagon ride, bicycle ride, and picnic snack. Reservations required. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—July 14-18 Art – Camp Creativity for kids entering grades 1-3 at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. Call 304-485-3859
PARKERSBURG—July 14-18 Dance – Dance Workshops “Ballet Fairy Tales & Princesses” for ages 6-8 at Schrader Ballet Studio, 601 Market St. Call 304-485-0181 or 304-422-7088
PARKERSBURG—July 14-18 Dance – Ballet Classics workshops “On Your Toes” for ages 9-12 at Schrader Ballet Studio, 601 Market St. Call 304-485-0181 or 304-422-7088
PARKERSBURG—July 14-18 Dance – Jazz/hip-hop Classes “So You Want to be a Rock Star” for ages 9-12 at Schrader Ballet Studio, 601 Market St. Call 304-485-0181 or 304-422-7088
MINERAL WELLS—July 15-19 Festival – WV Interstate Fair & Exposition on the Fairgrounds on Butcher Bend Road. Call 304-489-1301
PARKERSBURG—July 17 Festival – Kid’s Art Faire presented by ARTSBRIDGE at Parkersburg City Park featuring nationally-acclaimed, award-winning Musician Zak Morgan. Performances and interactive art stops for children pre-school-age 9. 11 AM-2 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
PARKERSBURG—July 17 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Fiddler Jake Krack, with traditional Appalachian music, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org Corporate Sponsor: WesBanco Bank
PARKERSBURG—July 17 Event –Brunch with Margaret Blennerhassett on Blennerhassett Island and also includes a tour of the Mansion. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
MARIETTA—July 18 Music – Kid’s Concert featuring nationally-acclaimed Musician Zak Morgan, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at Mid-Ohio Valley Players Theatre, 229 Putnam St. 12 noon. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
MARIETTA—July 18 Music – Mayor’s Third Friday Jubilee on Front Street in front of Armory. Friday 6-9 PM. Call 740-373-1387
PARKERSBURG—July 20 Event –“Sunday Sundae Cruise with a brief stop for ice cream on Blennerhassett Island. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—July 21-25 Art – Camp Creativity for kids entering grades 4-6 at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. Call 304-485-3859
PARKERSBURG—July 24 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Steve Hussey Band, with rock & roll, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
Marietta—July 25 Music – “Big, Sweet and Strong: The Music of Fats Waller, Jelly Roll Morton and Duke Ellington” presented by the Trillium Piano Trio at The Castle, 418 4th St. SFri. 7-9 PM. Reservations please. Call 740-373-4180
PARKERSBURG—July 25,26,27 Theatre – “The Wizard of Oz”, musical, at The Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat.8 PM; Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—July 26 Event –Island Frolic on Blennerhassett Island. Includes a sunset sternwheeler ride, narrated horse-drawn wagon ride, bicycle ride, and picnic snack. Reservations required. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—July 27,28 Theatre – Auditions for “Lion in Winter” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Sun., Mon. Call 304-3000. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—July 28-August 1 Art – Teen Art Camp at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Mon.-Fri. 1-4 PM. Call 304-485-3859
PARKERSBURG—July 31 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Patsy Cline Tribute Artist Sherry Wilson, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
PARKERSBURG—August 1-30 Art –Cathy Keup Watercolor Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
PARKERSBURG—August 1, 2,3 Theatre – “The Wizard of Oz”, musical, at The Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat.8 PM; Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—August 7 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Michael Tobar Jazz Group presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
MARIETTA—August 8 Art – Downtown Artist Walk with Artist Betsy Gaul, mixed media, at The Riverside Artists Gallery, 188 Front St. Fri. 6-9 PM. Call 740-376-0797. www.riversideartistsgallery.com
PARKERSBURG—August 8,9 Theatre – “The Wizard of Oz”, musical, at The Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat.8 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—August 9 Event –Island Frolic on Blennerhassett Island. Includes a sunset sternwheeler ride, narrated horse-drawn wagon ride, bicycle ride, and picnic snack. Reservations required. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—August 11-15 Art – Mini Art Camp for kids ages 4 & 5 at the Parkersburg Art Center, 725 Market St. Mon.-Fri. 10 AM-12 Noon Call 304-485-3859
PARKERSBURG—August 14 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Stoney Creek Blue Grass Band, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org
MARIETTA—August 15 Music – Mayor’s Third Friday Jubilee on Front Street in front of Armory. Friday 6-9 PM. Call 740-373-1387
PARKERSBURG—August 15,16,17 Festival – Parkersburg Homecoming Festival in Downtown Parkersburg featuring Half Marathon and national entertainers. Fri., Sat., Sun.
CUMBERLAND, OH—August 15,16,17 Workshop – The Wilds Art Camp at the 10,000 acre wildlife center. Join art teachers and use different media to improve your artistic technique. For students age 18 and older. Lodging in The Wilds’ yurt village. Call 740-638-5030 ext. 2286. www.thewilds.org
PARKERSBURG—August 16 Event – Family Fireworks Cruise to enjoy the Parkersburg Homecoming Festival Fireworks. Cruise to Blennerhassett Island, and then reboard to see the fireworks from the river. Reservations required. Sat. Call 304-420-4800
PARKERSBURG—August 21 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring ShhhBang with pop/country music, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org Corporate Sponsor: DeBarr Trucking
PARKERSBURG—August 21 Event –Brunch with Margaret Blennerhassett on Blennerhassett Island and also includes a tour of the Mansion. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—August 22,23,24 Theatre – Disney’s “High School Musical”, directed by John Lee, at The Smoot Theatre, 213 Fifth St. Fri., Sat., Sun. Call 304-422-7529. www.smoot-theatre.com
PARKERSBURG—August 23 Event –Island Frolic on Blennerhassett Island. Includes a sunset sternwheeler ride, narrated horse-drawn wagon ride, bicycle ride, and picnic snack. Reservations required. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—August 23,24 Festival – West Virginia Honey Festival at Parkersburg City Park. Fri., Sat. Call 304-485-6437
PARKERSBURG—August 24,25 Theatre – Auditions for “It’s the REEL Thing” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Sun. Mon. Call 304-485-3000. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—August 28 Music – Mayor’s Music Series featuring Gospel Music Reunion, presented by ARTSBRIDGE at the Band Shell at Parkersburg City Park, Park Ave. & 17th St. Thurs. 7 PM. Call 304-428-3988. www.artsbridgeonline.org Corporate Sponsor: Peoples Bank
PARKERSBURG—August 30,31 Event –Apple Butter Weekend on Blennerhassett Island. Bells will ring 13 times at 2 PM. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
MARIETTA—August 30-September 2 Festival – Washington County Fair at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Sat. through Tue. Call 740-373-1347. www.washcofair.org
PARKERSBURG—September 1-30 Art –Ann Owens Oil Painting Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
PARKERSBURG—September 4 Event –Brunch with Margaret Blennerhassett on Blennerhassett Island and also includes a tour of the Mansion. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
MARIETTA—September 5,6,7 Festival – Ohio River Sternwheel Festival on the Ohio River Levee, corner of Front & Green St. in Downtown Marietta. Fri., Sat., Sun. www.ohioriversternwheelfestival.org
BELPRE—September 9 Event – Belpre Historical Society meeting featuring O & LK Railroad Caboose Historical Group at Farmers’ Castle Museum Education Center, 509 Ridge St. Tues. 7:00 PM Call 740-423-7588. www.belprehistory.org
MARIETTA—September 12 Art – 2nd Friday Event featuring Painter Loretta Knight at The Riverside Artists Gallery, 188 Front St. Fri. 6-9 PM. Call 740-376-0797. www.riversideartistsgallery.com
PARKERSBURG—September 12,13 Theatre – “Lion in Winter” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri.,Sat.. 8 PM. Call 304-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
ATHENS—September 12-November 2 Art – Marbaum Collection, a private quilt collection of over 70 quilts at The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane. Call 740-592-4981. www.dairybarn.org
PARKERSBURG—September 14 Event –“Sunday Sundae Cruise with a brief stop for ice cream on Blennerhassett Island. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—September 18 Event –Brunch with Margaret Blennerhassett on Blennerhassett Island and also includes a tour of the Mansion. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—September 20,21 Festival – Harvest Moon Arts & Crafts Festival at Parkersburg City Park. Sat., Sun. Call 304-424-3457, ext. 133
PARKERSBURG—September 21 Music – WV Symphony Orchestra “Out of this World” with Grant Cooper, Conductor and Angela Cheng, Piano Soloist at Blennerhassett School, Jewell Road. Sun. 3 PM. Call 304-485-4200. www.wvsop.org Sponsor: BB&T Wealth Management
PARKERSBURG—September 19,20,21 Theatre – “Lion in Winter” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St.Fri.,Sat. 8 PM; Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—September 26,27 Theatre – “Lion in Winter” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri.,Sat.. 8 PM. Call 304-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
CUMBERLAND, OHIO—26,27,28 Event – The Wilds Photo Camp – Learn photo techniques from expert photographers with stunning flora, landscapes, and wildlife photo opportunities at The Wilds. Lodging in the Wilds’ yurt village. Facilitated by Jerry and Barbara Jividen of Naturally Wild Photo Adventures for ages 18 and over. Call 740-638-5030, ext. 2345. www.thewilds.org
VOLCANO—September 26,27,28 Festival – Volcano Days at Mountwood Park. Fri., Sat., Sun. Call 304-679-3611. www.mountwoodpark.org
PARKERSBURG—September 27 Event – Taste of Parkersburg featuring food, wine, entertainment and artisans in Downtown Parkersburg. Call 304-428-1130
PARKERSBURG—September 28 Event –“Sunday Sundae Cruise with a brief stop for ice cream on Blennerhassett Island. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
PARKERSBURG—October 1-30 Art –Joyce Taylor Oils on Canvas Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
BELPRE—October 4 Festival – Annual Apple Butter Stir-Off Festival at Howes Grove Park. Sat. 11 AM-6 PM; Sun. 12 Noon-5 PM. Call 740-423-5171
MARIETTA—October 10 Art – 2nd Friday Event featuring Halloween Extravaganza at The Riverside Artists Gallery, 188 Front St. Fri. 6-9 PM. Call 740-376-0797. www.riversideartistsgallery.com
PARKERSBURG—October 10,11 Event –“Mansion by Candlelight” on Blennerhassett Island. Sternwheelers will transport you to the year 1805 where the Blennerhassetts are hosting a party on the Island. Fri., Sat. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
BELPRE—October 14 Event – Belpre Historical Society Meeting with Patty Cooper as Mary Jameson st Farmers’ Castle Museum Education Center, 509 Ridge St. Tues. 7 PM. Call 740-423-7588. www.belprehistory.org
BELPRE—October 18 Event – Heritage Day featuring demonstrations, heritage craftsmen, blacksmith, games at Farmers’ Castle Museum Education Center, 509 Ridge St. Sat. 10 AM-4 PM. Call 740-423-7588. www.belprehistory.org
MARIETTA—October 24 – December 2 Art – “5 Senses”, Annual Art Show at Peoples Bank, 138 Putnam St. Call 740-376-7128. www.peoplesbancorp.com Opening Reception:, Fri., Oct. 24, 5-7 PM.
PARKERSBURG—October 26,27 Theatre – Auditions for “Witness for the Prosecution” at the Parkersburg Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Sun. Mon. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—November 1-30 Art –Sheila Caim Photography Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
PARKERSBURG—November 6 Lecture – Grammy-winning singer Kathy Mattea speaking about her recently-released CD “Coal at WVU-P Thurs. 7:30 PM.
PARKERSBURG—November 7 Music – Grammy-winning singer Kathy Mattea singing songs from her recently-released CD “Coal at the Smoot Theatre, 213 Fifth St. Fri., 8 PM. Call 304-422-7529. www.smoot-theatre.com
PARKERSBURG—November 7,8 Theatre – “It’s the REEL Thing” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat.. 8 PM. Call 304-485-3000. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—November 9-December 31 Event –Trees of Our Heritage at the Blennerhassett Museum, 137 Juliana St.. Call 304-420-4800. www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com Opening Reception: Sun., Nov. 9, 1-3 PM, includes Father Christmas with activities for children
BELPRE—November 11 Event – Belpre Historical Society meeting featuring SUV Civil War History with Jim Miracle at Farmers’ Castle Museum Education Center, 509 Ridge St. Tues. 7:00 PM Call 740-423-7588. www.belprehistory.org
PARKERSBURG—November 14,15,16 Theatre – “It’s the REEL Thing” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat.. 8 PM.; Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-485-3000. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—November 15-December 31 Event – Holiday in the Park with holiday light displays in Parkersburg City Park and Southwood Park. Call 304-480-2655
PARKERSBURG—November 21,22 Theatre – “It’s the REEL Thing” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat.. 8 PM. Call 304-485-3000. www.actorsguildonline.com
ATHENS—November 21,22 Art – Artisans Bazaar, children’s activities and more at The Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane. Call 740-592-4981. www.dairybarn.org
PARKERSBURG—December 1-30 Art –Gale Karcher 3-D Wooden Pictures Exhibit at WesBanco, 415 Market St. Call 304-480-2510
BELPRE—December 7 Event – Belpre Women’s Club Holiday Tour of Homes including Farmers’ Castle Museum Open House.Sun. 1-5 PM. Call 740-42-7588. www.belprehistory.org
BELPRE—December 9 Event – Belpre Historical Society Holiday Party at Farmers Castle Museum Education Center, 509 Ridge St. Tues. 7 PM. Call 740-423-7588. www.belprehistory.org
MARIETTA—December 12 Art – 2nd Friday Event featuring Customer Appreciation Party at The Riverside Artists Gallery, 188 Front St. Fri. 6-9 PM. Call 740-376-0797. www.riversideartistsgallery.com
PARKERSBURG—December 21 Music – WV Symphony Orchestra “Home for the Holidays” with Grant Cooper, Conductor and Parkersburg Community Chorus and Appalachian Children’s Chorus at Blennerhassett School, Jewell Road. Sun. 3 PM. Call 304-485-4200. www.wvsop.org Sponsor: Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital
PARKERSBURG—January 11,12 Theatre – Auditions for “Big, The Musical” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Sun. Mon. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—January 16,17 Theatre – “Witness for the Prosecution” at the Parkersburg Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM.. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—January 18 Music – WV Symphony Orchestra “The Call of the Sea” with Grant Cooper, Conductor and Shannon Lee, Violin Soloist at Blennerhassett School, Jewell Road. Sun. 3 PM. Call 304-485-4200. www.wvsop.org Sponsor: WVSO-P
PARKERSBURG—January 23,24,25 Theatre – “Witness for the Prosecution” at the Parkersburg Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM.; Sun. 2:30 PM Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—January 30,31 Theatre – “Witness for the Prosecution” at the Parkersburg Actors Guild, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM.. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—March 8 Music – WV Symphony Orchestra “On the Shoulders of Giants” with Grant Cooper, Conductor and Lindsay Deutsch, Violin Soloist at Blennerhassett School, Jewell Road. Sun. 3 PM. Call 304-485-4200. www.wvsop.org Sponsor: WVSO-P
PARKERSBURG—March 22,23 Theatre – Auditions for “Anne of Green Gables” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Sun., Mon. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—April 17,18 Theatre – “big, The Musical” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—April 24,25,26 Theatre – “big, The Musical” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM.; Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—May 1,2 Theatre – “big, The Musical” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—May 3 Music – WV Symphony Orchestra “The 3 B’s” with Grant Cooper, Conductor and Markus Groh, Piano Soloist at Blennerhassett School, Jewell Road. Sun. 3 PM. Call 304-485-4200. www.wvsop.orgp
PARKERSBURG—May 3, 4 Theatre – Auditions for “Paint Your Wagon” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Sun. Mon. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—June 5,6 Theatre – “Anne of Green Gables” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8:00 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—June 12,13,14 Theatre – “Anne of Green Gables” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8:00 PM.; Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—June 19,20 Theatre – “Anne of Green Gables” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8:00 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—July 31,Aug. 1 Theatre – “Paint Your Wagon” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—Aug. 7,8,9 Theatre – “Paint Your Wagon” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM; Sun. 2:30 PM. Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
PARKERSBURG—Aug. 14,15 Theatre – “Paint Your Wagon” at the Actors Guild Playhouse, 8th & Market St. Fri., Sat. 8 PM Call 304-485-1300. www.actorsguildonline.com
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