WV Museum of Music Grand Opening
Charleston Town Center 3000 CHARLESTON TOWN CENTER, Charleston, WV, United StatesThe companion to the WVMHoF's Hall of Fame Store which showcases the 56 WVMHoF inductees, the new 3,600 square foot Museum of Music will be filled with interactive exhibits, memorabilia, instruments, archival photos, and recordings from the WVMHoF's extensive collection.Location: 2nd Floor at the Charleston Town Center Mall Performances from 2-4:30PM *2016 wvmhof inductee john "some […]
Virtuoso Violins from Lincoln Center, NYC
Charleston Chamber Music SocietyThis event was recorded live at Lincoln Center in New York City featuring performers from the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and guest pianist, Orion Weiss. Weiss has been a soloist with the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Tune in for the premiere on June 12 at 7PM. The program will remain live for viewers […]
Contemporary/Lyrical Dance Class
Magic Island 101 Kanawha Boulevard West, Charleston, WV, United StatesJoin River City Youth Ballet Ensemble teacher, Emily Hanna for a ballet-based contemporary class that encourages freedom of movement and expression. For middle and high school students and adults. About the instructor: Emily Hanna Emily began her study of dance at the age of 3 in Charleston, WV. At a young age, she showed a talent and […]
Paul Thorn, Amythyst Kiah, John Ellison, and more on Mountain Stage
The Culture Center 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesThis live music radio show is produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting and distributed by NPR Music to 280 public radio stations nationwide. Become a part of the small, but live audience (or tune in to the livestream) when guest host Kathy Mattea welcomes Paul Thorn, Amythyst Kiah, John Ellison, and more. This show will […]
Live Music Bingo
Red Carpet Lounge 308 Elizabeth St., Charleston, WV, United StatesCome out and support Local Music and Local Business with a fun, interactive, game of LIVE MUSIC BINGO! June 14 features: Three's Company Blues. June 21 features: TBD Free to play! Prizes Awarded!1 A mash up of live music from local musicians and bingo! Instead of letters and numbers being called out, you’ll mark spaces on […]
History Alive: Nellie Bly
KCPL Zoom Charleston, WV, United StatesNellie Bly, adventurer, inventor, and ground-breaking investigative reporter was the pen name of Elizabeth Jane Cochrane. In 1887, to be hired as a reporter with Pulitzer’s New York The World, she feigned insanity to get committed to a lunatic asylum with no guarantee of release. Her subsequent articles on the conditions and treatment of the […]
Virtual Storytime
Kanawha County Public LibraryEnjoy a new story with Kanawha County Public Library each week on Facebook. Plus get suggestions for other great books for children.Ages birth-5 Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below – and of course want to hear more about any event ideas and what you’d […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 5
Red Carpet Lounge 308 Elizabeth St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 5 of Three Things! This special FestivALL episode will take place, for the first time in over a year, in-person!This episode features business owner Paul Greco, artist Newman Jackson, and spiritual director Megan Lyon.LOCATION: Red Carpet Lounge - parking lot (enter in between Red Carpet Patio & Tricky Fish)Enjoy fellowship, […]
Pre-Game Concert at Power Park
GoMart Ballpark 601 Morris St., Charleston, WVHead over to Power Park before the game starts to catch a concert featuring local musicians on the stage behind the press box. WV Power hosts the Gastonia Honey Hunters – game starts at 7:05, music at 5:30 Tickets Available at the gate or in advance at www.wvpower.com or 304-344-2287
Artist Workshop with Melissa Doty
"From Doodle to Delight - Vibrant Florals with Mel" Join us for this hour-long floral workshop led by local artist Melissa Doty! We will start with doodles of flowers and vases and end with the creation of a modern, vibrant floral still life! Suitable for adults and children over 12, this workshop is a laid-back exercise in creativity, color […]
Artist Workshop with Melissa Doty
"From Doodle to Delight - Vibrant Florals with Mel" Join us for this hour-long floral workshop led by local artist Melissa Doty! We will start with doodles of flowers and vases and end with the creation of a modern, vibrant floral still life! Suitable for adults and children over 12, this workshop is a laid-back exercise in creativity, color […]
Full Color Magazine
Capitol Midwestern Baseball Field Bigley & Garrison Ave, WVCome by and help decorate the exterior of the left field fence at the Capital Midwestern-Bigley lower field and learn about the Magazine Branch – Charleston’s largest watershed.All ages welcome. Material used is Put-in-Cups (example shown on the right)
Artist Workshop with Melissa Doty
"From Doodle to Delight - Vibrant Florals with Mel" Join us for this hour-long floral workshop led by local artist Melissa Doty! We will start with doodles of flowers and vases and end with the creation of a modern, vibrant floral still life! Suitable for adults and children over 12, this workshop is a laid-back exercise in creativity, color […]
Virtual Storytime
Kanawha County Public LibraryEnjoy a new story with Kanawha County Public Library each week on Facebook. Plus get suggestions for other great books for children.Ages birth-5 Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below – and of course want to hear more about any event ideas and what you’d […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 6
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 6 of Three Things! This special FestivALL episode will take place, for the first time in over a year, in-person!This episode features Ron Sowell, Sarah Plumley, and Ben Salango.LOCATION: Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Center. Please enter through the main, front doors of the building.Enjoy fellowship, the […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 7
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 7 of Three Things! This special FestivALL episode will take place, for the first time in over a year, in-person!This episode features co-owner of Kinship Goods Dan Davis, musician Shelem- Isaac Fadiga, and founder of Cafe Appalachia Cheryl Laws. LOCATION: Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Center. Please enter […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 8
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 8 of Three Things! This episode features CEO/Executive Director of WV Health Right Dr. Angie Settle, filmmaker John Nakashima, and Writer/ Translator/Lyricist/Photographer Randi Ward. LOCATION: Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Center. Please enter through the main, front doors of the building. Enjoy fellowship, the beautiful newly renovated Sculpture […]
Foam at the Dome
Foam at the Dome 1600 Washington St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFoam at the Dome returns on October 9th and features the Hops & Heat Chili Cookoff presented by Encova Insurance.With a special date comes a special time and location for this year only! In 2021, we'll hold Foam at the Dome right in the heart of the East End at the intersection of Elizabeth St. […]
Charleston Light Opera Guild presents ‘Putting it Together’
Charleston Light Opera GuildBack by popular demand and one-night only! The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present Putting It Together, featuring the songs of lyricist/composer Stephen Sondheim from 13 of hismusical theater productions and is a review with a plot.A married couple hosts the husband’s young business associate, along with an uninvited guest, at a house party following a […]
Live Music Bingo
Red Carpet Lounge 308 Elizabeth St., Charleston, WV, United StatesCome out and support Local Music and Local Business with a fun, interactive, game of LIVE MUSIC BINGO! Music: The John Inghram Band featuring John (of course) Bud Carroll, Randy Gilkey, and Andrew Gillum.Free to play! Prizes Awarded!A mash up of live music from local musicians and bingo! Instead of letters and numbers being called out, […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 9
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 9 of Three Things during FestivFALL! This episode features Musician John Inghram, Owner of Rock City Cake Co. Morgan Morrison, and Greta McClain of GoodSpace Murals.Location: The Capitol Market, 800 Smith St. FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story of where they […]
POSTPONED – Telltale Lilac Bush presented by Appalachian Artists Collective
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS REGARDING NEW SHOW DATES IN CHARLESTON, WV.Each year AAC gathers artists from Southern West Virginia to create live theatre with a distinctly Appalachian voice. They will present The Telltale Lilac Bush, adapted by our company playwright A.E. Gill, chronicles 5 of Ruth Ann Musick's classic […]
West Virginia Music Hall of Fame – Inductees Tell Their Stories & Sing Their Songs
West Virginia Music Hall of Fame 3000 Charleston Town Center, Charleston, West VirginiaWVMHoF inductees tell their stories - and sing their songs Bob Thompson, Larry Groce and John Ellison offer anecdotes and advicefor establishing a music career in the Mountain StateMusician/Producer Don Dixon, keyboardist Randy Gilkey andcaterer Debbie Matthews will tell their stories The WVMHoF will host a special edition of its "Music Career Counseling Program" in conjunction […]
POSTPONED – Telltale Lilac Bush presented by Appalachian Artists Collective
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS REGARDING NEW SHOW DATES IN CHARLESTON, WV.Each year AAC gathers artists from Southern West Virginia to create live theatre with a distinctly Appalachian voice. They will present The Telltale Lilac Bush, adapted by our company playwright A.E. Gill, chronicles 5 of Ruth Ann Musick's classic […]
GoodSpace Mural Unveiling
Lee Street Lounge 222 Lee Street, Charleston, West VirginiaWe are excited to unveil Charleston's GoodSpace Mural! Greta McLain and her team at GoodSpace Murals have been working hard since FestivALL in June to create a colorful and vibrant mural that reflects the history and the people of the valley. As we close out FestivFALL, we will reveal this delightful masterpiece that is now on the […]
POSTPONED – Telltale Lilac Bush presented by Appalachian Artists Collective
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS REGARDING NEW SHOW DATES IN CHARLESTON, WV.Each year AAC gathers artists from Southern West Virginia to create live theatre with a distinctly Appalachian voice. They will present The Telltale Lilac Bush, adapted by our company playwright A.E. Gill, chronicles 5 of Ruth Ann Musick's classic […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 1
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL is excited to present Season 7, Episode of Three Things!Season 7: Episode 1 guests are Judge Maryclaire Akers, Musician Holly Forbes, and Chef Anthony WilkinsLocation: John L. Dickinson Homeowner Education and Community Center| 815 Court St.FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 2
FestivALL presents Season 7: Episode 2 of Three Things!This episode of Three Things will feature Artist Ellie Schaul, Attorney Lia DiTrapano Fairless, and Food & Travel Editor, Writer and Marketer Steven Keith . FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they love, and where […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 3
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 7: Episode 3 of Three Things! This episode will feature Artist Nichole Westfall, Dance Instructor Mary Louise King, and Executive Director of the Huntington Symphony Orchestra Ian Jessee! Beer & wine will be available for purchase thanks to the Wine Shop, and live music will be performed by the Three Things band featuring Larry […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 4
The Clay Center Sculpture Garden 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 7 of Three Things! Episode 4 will feature Artist Laura Alvis, Business Owner Vince Gorby, and World's Strongest Man (2006) Phil Pfister.FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three […]
TGKVF 60th Anniversary Celebration: STEAM for All
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaJoin the celebration! The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation invites you to celebrate their 60th anniversary - kicking off with STEAM for All at Slack Plaza & Brawley Walkway A free, family-friendly event: STEAM for All is an array of hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics activities for families, in partnership with the Clay Center […]
TGKVF 60th Anniversary Celebration: Lunchtime with the Arts
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaThe celebration continues! Join The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Monday 6/13-Wednesday 6/15 every day from 11AM-1PM at Slack Plaza, City Center Lunchtime with the Arts - Free lunchtime concerts in City Center and a Community mural project led by local artist Nichole Westfall will invite anyone wishing to pick up a paintbrush and contribute to […]
FestiVIOLA
Woman's Club of Charleston 1600 Virginia St., Charleston, WV, United StatesA recital celebrating the viola in all its glory! This variety show features members of the Valley Violists, playing solos and multi-viola ensembles.Special guests: WVU Professor, Andrea Houde and members of the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Bernard Di Gregorio and Sandra GroceTickets: $5Tickets sold at door. Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d […]
TGKVF 60th Anniversary Celebration: Lunchtime with the Arts
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaThe celebration continues! Join The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Monday 6/13-Wednesday 6/15 every day from 11AM-1PM at Slack Plaza, City Center Lunchtime with the Arts - Free lunchtime concerts in City Center and a Community mural project led by local artist Nichole Westfall will invite anyone wishing to pick up a paintbrush and contribute to […]
ARTbus Unveiling
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaCharleston's ARTbus is back! Designs have been submitted and one design has been chosen! This mobile mural will be unveiled on June 14th and begin hosting thousands of commuters! This year's ARTbus winner is Melissa Doty! THANK YOU to our generous sponsors Previous Next Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to […]
Chancellor’s STEM Speaker Series
Kanawha County Public LibraryBringing a variety of science, technology, engineering, and math speakers to WV’s capitol city, the Chancellor’s STEM Speaker Series presents Carl Zimmer, science journalist, for his talk “The Age of Viruses and Viral Disinformation: Making Sense of the Pandemic”. Zimmer writes for the New York Times, National Geographic, and NPR, as well as many popular books. Talk: 6-7pmBook […]
TGKVF 60th Anniversary Celebration: Lunchtime with the Arts
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaThe celebration continues! Join The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Monday 6/13-Wednesday 6/15 every day from 11AM-1PM at Slack Plaza, City Center Lunchtime with the Arts - Free lunchtime concerts in City Center and a Community mural project led by local artist Nichole Westfall will invite anyone wishing to pick up a paintbrush and contribute to […]
Live Music Bingo
Tricky Fish 1611 Washington St. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesCome out and support Local Music and Local Business with a fun, interactive, game of LIVE MUSIC BINGO! Music by 11:11Free to play! Prizes Awarded!A mash up of live music from local musicians and bingo! Instead of letters and numbers being called out, you’ll mark spaces on the provided bingo cards based on songs and random […]
You Might As Well Live
Unity Church 804 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WVThe one-person play, You Might As Well Live, explores the life, loves, and legacy of literary icon and sharp-tongued member of the Algonquin Round Table - Dorothy Rothschild Parker.More details coming soon!On the eve of her death, and determined to be remembered as more than the creator of such quips as "The overseas crossing was […]
2022 Pew Quilt Show & Needlework Display
Kanawha United Presbyterian 1009 Virginia St. E, Charleston, WVEnjoy the artistry of quilting as both old and new quilts are displayed on the pews of the historic sanctuary of Kanawha Church. The event is free to participants and the public. New this year, participants may display handcrafted needlework. Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey […]
Over The Edge
Downtown Truist Building & Davis Park 300 Summers St., Charleston, WVOver the Edge is an urban rapelling experience where participants will rappel 211 feet from the Downtnown Truist Building in support of the YWCA Racial Justice Endowment Campaign. Participants will crowdfund $1,000 or more to secure their rappel spot!Register by May 10 to reserve & fund your spot! Click here for more info Presented by […]