BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//FestivALL - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://festivallcharleston.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for FestivALL REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093617 CREATED:20250924T020323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020323Z UID:1747-1729440000-1729447200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Performance By The West Virginia Dance Company DESCRIPTION:Performance by the West Virginia Dance Company\n \nThrough the art of movement\, West Virginia Dance Company shares with their audiences intimate portraits of the human experience\, energetic displays of the power of nature and vibrant images of the nuances of world cultures. With repertory works featuring both emerging and established contemporary choreographers\, each piece is unique and engaging\, ensuring a performance that keeps audience members thinking long after the curtain comes down. Come explore with us. \nJoin us for an evening of dance as the West Virginia Dance Company performs for FestivFALL on October 20 at 4 pm.  \nSunday\, October 20\, 2024 at 4pm.  \nLocation: The Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston\, WV 25305 \nTickets: $15 (Adults)\, $5 (Students/children) \n \n ONLINE TICKETS COMING SOON URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/performance-by-the-west-virginia-dance-company/ LOCATION:The Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:dance,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093617 CREATED:20250924T020305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020305Z UID:1731-1729450800-1729456200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Sunset Yoga DESCRIPTION:Sunset Yoga\n \nClose out the final day and final hours of FestivFALL with a free yoga class as the sunsets over the Kanawha River.  \n  \nInstructor: Randy Boyd \n \nRandy is one of West Virginia’s most highly trained yoga teachers. He completed a 200 hour teacher training with Todd Norian in the Anusara school of Yoga in 2007. In 2012\, he completed his first 500 hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training through the Anusara method. In 2016 he completed an advanced certification in the Ashaya Yoga Advanced 300 hour Teacher Training. \nClick here to learn more URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/sunset-yoga/ LOCATION:WV CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093617 CREATED:20250924T020324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020324Z UID:1749-1738260000-1738270800@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation 3rd Anniversary Benefit and Reading DESCRIPTION:Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation 3rd Anniversary Benefit and Reading\n\nA night honoring the legacy of Giancarlo DiTrapano and support the Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation for Literature and the Arts.All proceeds go directly to supporting the Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation’s biannual writers’ and artists’ residency in Sezze\, Italy. \n6:00 – 7:30 pm: Cocktails\, appetizers\, and live music by Bob Thompson. \n7:30 – 8:30 pm: Readings and multimedia art by Foundation residents\, including West Virginia native Scott McClanahan\, Juliet Escoria\, Blake Butler\, Megan Boyle\, Nathan Dragon\, Raegan Bird\, Izzy Casey\, Walt John Pearce\, Stephen Mortland\, and Amanda VanValkenburg. \n8:30 – 9 pm: Cash bar and book signing\, with residents’ books on sale by Taylor Books. \nTickets\nCocktail Party: $100tickets include admission at 6:00 pm before the readings\, 2 drinks\, food\, music\, and a DiTrapano Foundation tote bag. \nGeneral Admission: $10 tickets will only include admission to the reading. Doors open at 7:30 pm. \n \n CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/giancarlo-ditrapano-foundation-3rd-anniversary-benefit-and-reading/ LOCATION:Coco’s\, 233 Hale Street\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:Literature,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T223000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093617 CREATED:20250924T020323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020323Z UID:1748-1740852000-1740868200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:FeastivALL Fundraiser 2025 DESCRIPTION:FeastivALL\n \nGet the tastiest ticket in town and join us for our annual fundraiser in support of FestivALL’s vibrant arts programming and entertainment experiences.\n\nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n \nJoin us for a night of food\, drink\, and celebration in support of FestivALL 2025!\nFeastivALL\, FestivALL’s annual fundraisier\, is BACK! A festive evening that includes a feast of delectable dishes\, craft brew & wine pairings\, a twist of competition\, live entertainment\, and a silent auction all in support of FestivALL. \nFeastivALL raises crucial funds for FestivALL’s vibrant art programming and entertainment experiences. Join us on March 1\, and enjoy a 5-course gourmet meal featuring an epic battle of libations. Each course is expertly paired with a wine & beer – and at the end of each course\, diners will be asked to vote on their favorite. \nWHEN: Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 \n5:30 -6:30pm – VIP reception \n6:00PM – Cocktail hour with complimentary wine & beer and silent auction begins \n7:00PM – Dinner service begins (approximate) \nWHERE: University of Charleston \nTICKETS: Seating is limited! \n\nGeneral Admission: $130 per person\nVIP: $175 per person. Includes an intimate reception (5:30pm-6:30pm)\, early silent auction access\, music by local musicians\, light hors d’oeuvres\, automatic entry into an art raffle exclusive to VIP\, and reserved seating for dinner. Space is very limited.\nReserved table for 10 (VIP): $1\,75\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\n \nMore FeastivALL information coming soon to Facebook! \nQuestions? Email director@festivallcharleston.com \nWant to volunteer for this event?\n\n\nClick Here to Volunteer for this Event! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/feastivall-fundraiser-2025/ LOCATION:University of Charleston\, 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE\,\, Charleston\, West Virginia CATEGORIES:food,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093617 CREATED:20250924T020332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020332Z UID:1767-1747735200-1748797200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Dizzy Doc's Amazing Balloon Sculpture DESCRIPTION:Dizzy Doc’s Amazing Balloon Sculpture\nMay 20 – June 1\n \n Back by popular demand\, Aaron Hay (Dizzy Doc) will construct a massive balloon sculpture\, the likes of which have delighted FestivALL attendees for years. Enjoy visits during construction and following completion in the Clay Center Lobby! \nLocation: Clay Center Lobby\, 1 Clay SquareHours: Mon.-Sat. 10am–5pm & Sun. 12pm–5pm \nSponsor: This FY25 Community Arts project is presented with financial assistance from the West Virginia Department of Arts\, Culture and History and the National Endowment for the Arts\, with approval from the West Virginia Commission on the Arts URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/dizzy-docs-amazing-balloon-sculpture-2/ LOCATION:The Clay Center\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,other-events,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020336Z UID:1775-1748390400-1748822399@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:KCPL StoryWalk® DESCRIPTION:KCPL StoryWalk®\nMay 28 – June 1\n \nThe whole family will enjoy our StoryWalk®\, “Mrs. Honey’s Hat”\,  in the Library Walkway (entrances on Capitol and Summers Streets). Every day a different creature removes an item from Mrs. Honey’s large and outlandish hat\, leaving behind something new in its place. StoryWalks® promote early literacy\, physical activity\, and family time together in nature. \nLocation: Kanawha County Public Library\, 123 Capitol Street URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/kcpl-storywalk/ LOCATION:WV CATEGORIES:family-fun,Literature,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020325Z UID:1752-1748390400-1749340799@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Art-for-ALL Kids' Juried Art Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition\n\nMay 28\, 2025 – June 7\, 2025\n \nArt-for-ALL is a juried art exhibition open to children in grades Pre-K through 6th in 13 WV counties at The Clay Center.  \nCheck out the exhibition in the ticketing lobby of the Clay Center throughout FestivALL! \nExhibition open during Clay Center Hours:Tuesday-Saturday | 10am-5pmSunday | 12pm-5pmMonday | Closed \nSponsors: The Elliot Family Foundation\, Charles & Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation\, The Daywood FoundationSupport: Clay Center\, Owens Family FoundationLocation: Ticketing Lobby\, 1 Clay Square URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/art-for-all-kids-juried-art-exhibition-2/ LOCATION:The Clay Center\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020338Z UID:1782-1748455200-1748458800@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson\nMay 28th\, 6pm AND 7pm\n\nJoin Meghann Ferguson\, your friendly neighborhood potter\, for a hands-on ceramic workshop! In this fun and casual session\, you’ll learn to handle your very own ceramic fortune cookie. No experience needed– just bring your creativity\, a sense of humor and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty!Choose between 3 different glaze choices: White\, Black or Both. \nAfter class\, Meghann will fire the pieces for pick up a week later. \nPerfect for ages 10 and up.\n\nChoose between two time-slots on Wednesday\, May 28:\n10 students at 6:00 PM\n10 students at 7:00 PM \nLOCATION:\nEcho-lit | 427 Washington St. W\, Charleston\, WV \n\nREGISTER HERE! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/ceramic-fortune-cookie-with-meghann-ferguson/ LOCATION:Echo-Lit\, 427 Washington St W\, Charleston\, WV\, 25302\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020329Z UID:1761-1748455200-1748460600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:East End History Bike Tour DESCRIPTION:East End History Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard\nMay 28 | 6pm\n \nJoin Sam Nygaard for a 90-minute beginner-friendly group ride exploring the history and art of Charleston’s historic East End. \nBring your own bike and helmet. \nLocation: Meet at the Bike Man sculpture at the Lee St. Triangle– 805 Lee St.\, Charleston\, WV URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/east-end-history-bike-tour/ LOCATION:Bike Man Sculpture\, 805 Lee St.\, Charleston\, WV\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020339Z UID:1783-1748458800-1748462400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson\, May 28th\, 7pm\n\n \n Join Meghann Ferguson\, your friendly neighborhood potter\, for a hands-on ceramic workshop! In this fun and casual session\, you’ll learn to handle your very own ceramic fortune cookie. No experience needed- just bring your creativity\, a sense of humor and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty!Choose between 3 different glaze choices: White\, Black or Both.After class\, Meghann will fire the pieces\, for pick up a week later.Perfect for ages 10 and up.Choose between two time-slots on Wednesday\, May 28th.10 students at 6:00 PM10 students at 7:00 PM \n \n REGISTER HERE! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/ceramic-fortune-cookie-with-meghann-ferguson-2/ LOCATION:Echo-Lit\, 427 Washington St W\, Charleston\, WV\, 25302\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020326Z UID:1753-1748458800-1748466000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Three Things: Season 10\, Episode 1 DESCRIPTION:Three Things: Season 10\, Episode 1\n \n  \nFestivALL presents Season 10\, Episode 1 of Three Things during FestivALL at the Capitol Market! \nFestivALL’s live monthly speaker series\, Three Things\, showcases three guests who will share insight into their personal story of where they started\, what they love\, and where they are going. \nThis episode features Artist/Actress/Musician/Writer Ann Magnuson\, Founder of The Rustic Mechanicals (West Virginia’s Shakespeare Troupe) Jason Young\, and Nellita Sanchez “The Empanada Lady.” \nGeneral Tickets: $10Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) \nProducer: Jeff Shirley Sponsors: West Virginia Public Broadcasting\, Charles & Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation\, United Bank\, DLM Decisions LLC\, DJEJ \n \n \n \n PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!\n \n \n PURCHASE YOUR SEASON PASS HERE! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/three-things-season-10-episode-1/ LOCATION:Capitol Market\, 800 Smith St\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301 CATEGORIES:three-things ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020328Z UID:1759-1748476800-1750636799@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Downtown Open DESCRIPTION:Downtown Open\nMay 29 – June 22\n \nEach summer\, the sidewalks of downtown Charleston transform into a pop-up putt-putt course. This temporary course features more than 20 holes – which have each been sponsored and customized by a local business or organization. The result is a unique\, one-of-a-kind miniature golf course that allows people to explore our downtown\, showcases regional companies and small businesses\, and provides free entertainment to friends and families. \nPutters and balls are available at these locations: Taylor Books\, Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille\, Art Emporium\, and Tony the Tailor. \nWant to be a part of the fun? \nBusinesses and organizations can sponsor a hole for $250 ($150 if you’re reusing your hole from a previous year) \n2025 Downtown Open Hole Sponsorship \n \nThis event is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/downtown-open-3/ LOCATION:Downtown Charleston CATEGORIES:family-fun,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020333Z UID:1770-1748538000-1748541600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Art & Architecture Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:Art and Architecture Walking Tour \n\nMay 29th 5pm\n \nDelve into the fascinating history\, present and promising future of Charleston and her downtown on this tour. This district is overflowing in history\, architecture and art – guests will learn the best highlights. Wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Polite and leashed dogs are welcome.  \nReservations:  Space is Limited to 15. $19.99  per person. Register at www.countryroadstours.com.  \nLocation: Beginning at Lee St. Triangle at the corner of Capitol & Lee Streets. \n  URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/art-architecture-walking-tour-2/ LOCATION:Lee Street Triangle\, 240 Capitol St\, Charleston\, West Virginia CATEGORIES:family-fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020330Z UID:1762-1748541600-1748547000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Community Drum Circle DESCRIPTION:Community Drum Circle\nMay 29 | 6pm\n \n  \nCreate beautiful rhythms with drummers of all levels and ages. No experience is necessary! Instruments will be available\, but bring a drum or shaker if you have one. \n Facilitated Chris Higgins. \nLocation: Haddad Riverfront Park (Schoenbaum Stage)\, Charleston\, WV URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/community-drum-circle/ LOCATION:Haddad Riverfront Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd. E\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:music,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020332Z UID:1768-1748545200-1748552400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Live Music Bingo DESCRIPTION:Live Music Bingo\nMay 29 7pm – 9pm\n \nArts Amplified presents Live Music Bingo at Fife Street Brewing featuring Shane Meade! \nA fun mash-up of live music and bingo — but with a twist. Instead of letters and numbers\, you’ll mark spaces on your bingo card based on songs and unexpected moments during the performance. Free to play\, all ages welcome\, and multiple prizes up for grabs. Come for the tunes\, stay for the game! \nIn partnership with Arts Amplified  \nLocation: Fife Street Brewing\, 180 Summers Street URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/live-music-bingo-5/ LOCATION:WV ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020333Z UID:1769-1748610000-1748613600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(CANCELED) Art & Architecture Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:(CANCELED) Arts & Architecture Walking Tour\nMay 30th at 1pm\n \nDue to rain and bad weather\, this tour will be canceled. Thank you for understanding! \nDelve into the fascinating history\, present and promising future of Charleston and her downtown on this tour. This district is overflowing in history\, architecture and art – guests will learn the best highlights. Wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Polite and leashed dogs are welcome. \nLocation: Beginning at Lee St. Triangle at the corner of Capitol & Lee Streets. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/art-architecture-walking-tour/ LOCATION:Lee Street Triangle\, 240 Capitol St\, Charleston\, West Virginia CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020334Z UID:1771-1748626200-1748633400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Literary Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Literary Roundtable\nMay 30 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm\n \nCurated and hosted by West Virginia Poet Laureate Marc Harshman\, this year’s panel on written fiction will feature the works of Marie Manilla\, Natalie Sypolt (change from print schedule)\, and Glenn Taylor. \nLocation: Taylor Books Annex Gallery\, 226 Capitol St. \n*FREE Event* \n \nGlenn Taylor\nGlenn Taylor’s fourth novel\, The Songs of Betty Baach won the 2023 Juniper Prize in Fiction. His first novel\, The Ballad of Trenchmouth Taggart was a finalist for the 2008 National Book Critics Circle Award. Glenn’s work has appeared in such venues as the Oxford American\, The Guardian\, Gulf Coast\, and Huizache. Born and raised in Huntington\, West Virginia\, he now resides with his family in Morgantown\, where he is at work on a new novel. \n  \n  \n \nNatalie Sypolt\nNatalie Sypolt lives and writes in West Virginia. She is the author of The Sound of Holding Your Breath (2018\, West Virginia University Press) and second book\, tentatively titled If Only the Rain Would Come\, is set to be published by University Press of Kentucky in 2026. Her work has appeared in Glimmer Train\, Appalachian Review\, Still: The Journal\, r.kv.r.y.\, Superstition Review\, Paste\, Willow Springs Review\, and The Kenyon Review Online\, among other fine journals.  Natalie is the former President of the Appalachian Studies Association\, has taught in the low-residency MFA Program at West Virginia Wesleyan College\, and works as an Associate Professor of English at Pierpont Community & Technical College. \n  \n \nMarie Manilla\nWest Virginia native Marie Manilla is a graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Her novel\, The Patron Saint of Ugly\, received The Weatherford Award. Shrapnel won The Fred Bonnie Award for Best First Novel. Stories in her collection\, Still Life with Plums\, first appeared in the Chicago Tribune\, Prairie Schooner\, Mississippi Review\, and other journals. Her essays have appeared in Word Riot\, Cossack Review\, Gargoyle\, and elsewhere. Marie lives in her hometown of Huntington with her husband\, Don Primerano. \n Learn more about Marie here. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/literary-roundtable/ LOCATION:Taylor Books\, 226 Capitol Street\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:Literature,Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020329Z UID:1760-1748628000-1748633400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(CANCELED) West Side Mural Bike Ride DESCRIPTION:(CANCELED) West Side Mural Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard\nMay 30 | 6pm\n \nDue to rain and bad weather\, this event is canceled. Follow WV Pedal Pals on Facebook to see when their next ride will be!  \nJoin Sam Nygaard for a 90-minute beginner-friendly group ride exploring the amazing hidden murals around Charleston’s West Side! \nLocation: Meet at the West Side Wonder Mural – 210 Washington St. W.\, Charleston\, WV \nBring your own bike and helmet. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/west-side-mural-bike-ride/ LOCATION:West Side Wonder Mural\, 210 Washington St. W\, Charleston\, WV\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020336Z UID:1776-1748628000-1748635200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(LOCATION CHANGE) “What’s Next” with Attack Theatre DESCRIPTION:(LOCATION CHANGE) “What’s Next” with Attack Theatre\nMay 30 | 6pm\nLos Angled Gallery\, 1031 Quarrier St. \n \nWalk with the dancers from Attack Theatre as they create world-premiere dances right before your eyes!  \nCharleston WV’s public art is a springboard for this interactive\, creative\, and unique dance/music/art event.  Starting at the Charleston Arch sculpture at the Post Office\, join Attack Theatre as they perform with and alongside some of our city’s beloved public art. \n*FREE EVENT* \n \nABOUT ATTACK THEATREFounded in 1994 by Michele de la Reza and Peter Kope as a collaboration between two dancers and a city\, Attack Theatre fuses modern dance\, original live music\, and interdisciplinary art forms to create engaging dance performances. We create work at the intersection of art and community\, resulting in productions that are personal\, authentic\, welcoming\, and fearless. \nAttack Theatre’s mission is to explore artistic expression in our commitment to remain curious in our investigation of new ideas; to artistically collaborate through deliberate\, interdisciplinary partnerships; to connect with local and global communities to provide accessible\, creative learning opportunities. \nLocation change: Los Angled Gallery\, 1031 Quarrier St.  URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/whats-next-with-attack-theatre/ LOCATION:Downtown Charleston CATEGORIES:dance,other-events,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020339Z UID:1785-1748628000-1748635200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Indigo Dyeing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Indigo Dyeing Workshop\n \nJoin us for an indigo dyeing class – and leave with your own hand-dyed tote! We’ll cover the history\, cultivation\, and use of this valuable plant\, and learn about a variety of dye plants you can cultivate in your own garden. All supplies included. No experience necessary. \nLocation: Echo-Lit\, 427 West Washington Street\, Charleston\, WV 25302 \nDate and time: Fri\, May 30\, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/indigo-dyeing-workshop/ LOCATION:Echo-Lit\, 427 Washington St W\, Charleston\, WV\, 25302\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020335Z UID:1773-1748629800-1748640600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(CANCELED) Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group DESCRIPTION:(CANCELED) Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group\nMay 30 | 6:30pm – 9:30pm\nHaddad Riverfront Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd.\n\n \nThe City of Charleston is working to reschedule this event for a future date. Please be sure to check out our other events this evening!  \nEnjoy Charleston’s free\, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food and beverage vendors on site. \nKentucky bluegrass band Magnolia Boulevard will open for No BS! Brass Band\, a powerful brass band that infuses the spirit of New Orleans into its original East Coast modern funk. \nLocation: Schoenbaum Stage\, Haddad River Front Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd. East \n\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:30pm URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/live-on-the-levee-presented-by-moses-auto-group/ LOCATION:Haddad Riverfront Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd. E\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T103000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020330Z UID:1763-1748682000-1748687400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Yoga on the River DESCRIPTION:Yoga on the River\nMay 31 | 9am\n \n  \nFind your Zen before a day full of FestivALL activities. \nJoin Beth Moore\, Yoga Instructor at Folded Leaf Yoga & Wellness Center\, for a 60-minute all-levels Yoga practice. \nBeginner friendly. \nSome mats and props will be provided. If you have your own\, please bring them\, and bringing a blanket is recommended! \nLocation: Haddad Riverfront Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd. E URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/yoga-on-the-river/ LOCATION:WV CATEGORIES:other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T113000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020337Z UID:1777-1748685600-1748691000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop DESCRIPTION:Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop\nMay 31 | 10am\n \nJoin the professional dancers from Attack Theatre to learn phrases from their repertoire and most recent performance. \nThis 90-minute class will begin with a warm-up\, move across the space\, and conclude with phrase material from Attack Theatre’s recent show Some Place Not Here. Participants will learn about the inspirations for Attack Theatre’s work\, both embodied and conceptual\, as well as their approach to dance making that highlights the artistic possibilities in everyday life. \nThis class is open to all movers and dancers. \nRegistration: (Limited to 30 spaces) $5 for students\, $10 for adults\nLocation: Capital High School | 1500 Greenbrier St.\, Charleston\, WV\nSponsors: Charles & Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation\, Truist WV Foundation \n\n\nRESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/attack-theatre-contemporary-dance-workshop/ LOCATION:Capital High School\, 1500 Greenbrier St\, Charleston\, WV\, 25311\, United States CATEGORIES:dance,other-events,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020334Z UID:1772-1748685600-1748703600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale DESCRIPTION:Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale\nMay 31 | 10am – 3pm\nThis year’s Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale\, in conjunction with the Capitol Street Art Fair and Children’s Art Fair\, will be held at the Main Library in Room 311. \nAll proceeds help fund library programs and services. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/annual-kanawha-county-public-library-used-book-sale/ LOCATION:Kanawha County Public Library CATEGORIES:family-fun,Literature,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020325Z UID:1751-1748685600-1748710800@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Children's Art Fair (Saturday) DESCRIPTION:Children’s Art Fair\nSaturday\, May 31 | 10am-5pm\nSunday\, June 1 | 11am-4pm\n \nThe FestivALL Children’s Art Fair is the perfect two days of family fun! The Children’s Art Fair & Sale offers young artists the chance to interact with each other and the public. Invited artists and community groups offer free make-and-take art activities\, kid-friendly performances take the stage all day long\, and children have the opportunity to participate in art instruction provided by FestivALL leading up to the fair where they will get to sell their works. \nFrom 10am-3pm check out the Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale! This year’s Annual Used Book Sale in conjunction with the Capitol Street Art Fair will be held at the Main Library in Room 311. All proceeds help fund library programs and services. \nSponsors: The Elliot Family Foundation\, The Daywood Foundation\, CAMC/Vandalia Health\, United Bank\, the Kanawha County Public Library\, and Security America \nSaturday\, May 31 (Bailey Glasser\, LLP Children’s Stage)\nLocated outside of the Downtown Kanawha County Public Library\n10am     Children’s Theatre of Charleston\n11am     River City Youth Ballet\n12pm     Grateful Kids with John Inghram & Friends\n1pm       Katzendrummerz\, Play drums! Have fun! (Ammed Solomon\, Mark Davis)\n2pm       Tony M. Music\n3pm       O’Ryan the O’Mazing (Juggling Variety Act)\n4pm       Tony M. Music URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/childrens-art-fair/ LOCATION:Capitol Street\, 243 Capitol St.\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,music,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020326Z UID:1754-1748685600-1748714400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday) DESCRIPTION:FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Burke & Herbert Bank (Saturday)\nSaturday\, May 3 | 10am-6pm\nSunday\, June 1 | 11am-5pm\n \nThe annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes you to enjoy art\, music\, and more in the heart of downtown Charleston! \nOver 60 local and regional artisans will sell and display their wares in bath & body\, books\, fine art\, jewelry\, pottery\, photography\, printmaking\, woodwork\, textiles\, and more. Live music stages\, roaming performers\, and other entertainment will also delight you for two days of fun in the heart of the city. \nMake sure to check out the Children’s Art Fair\, and more while you are there. \nAdditional Sponsors: CAMC/Vandalia Health\, WV Lottery \n2025 Artisans\nBath & Body\nAppalachian Botanical Co\nExclusive Pastime Creations LLC\nSimple Minded Bath Company LLC\nWild Mountain Soap Company \nFace Painting\nAlto Design FacePainting\nThe Doodlin’ Roo \nFine Art\nArt By Larry Garnett\nBashful Bee Press\nCali Wesson Art\nCharles Ott\nEcho-Lit\nHepCatz Design\nHippie’s Daughter\nJohn Wirts Art\nLosAngled\nMarisaMade LLC\nMatt Smith Makes\nMY Art\nPatty Stewart Art \nJewelry\nBear Branch Designs\nConnie McColley\nDiet Sweater\nM. Benson (formerly The Artisan’s Menagerie)\nMick’s Media Jewelry\nMystical Crystal Jewelry\nOn Cord Creations\nSacred Totems\nSHEA NEW\nTeresa Gail Designs\nThe Queen of Arts~Curiosities by Adrienne\nWV Mountain Ears \nMetalwork/Sculpture\nFire and Steel Artistic Creations\nSteel blooming LLC \nPhotography\nDeylight Photography\nKevin Jack\nRandall Sanger Photography\nWest Virginia Homeplace (Betty Rivard) \nPottery\nThe Beard and The Bun Pottery\nEllie’s Emporium\nLake Shore Pottery and Jewelry\nLove For Pottery\nMegFerg Pottery\nSiren Pottery\nWingard Pottery \nPrintmaking\nMade by Meish\nSugar Pop Press \nSpecialty Food\nDARN Good Candy\nHill & Holler Herbal Company \nTextiles/Fiber Art\nCedar Olivet Orientals\nKnotty Lady Macrame\nThomas Ruggiero Art & Design\nYarn.0ver \nWoodwork\nArt by Petey with Weese Woodgems\nBlack Locust Woodshop\nHeirloom Footstools \nMisc.\nC R Stuff\nEcho-Lit\nRob Cleland (Caricatures & Fine Art) \nSaturday\, May 31 (City National Bank Stage Schedule)\nlocated outside of Taylor Books\n10-11am   Tony M. Music\n11am-12pm   Alan Griffith and the Cheap Beats\n12pm – 1pm   O’Ryan the O’Mazing (juggling variety act)\n1 – 2pm   Duo Grove\n2- 3pm    Ryan & Amanda Kennedy\n3 – 4pm   Ma’am\n4-5pm     Charleston Light Opera Guild\n5-6pm     Mark Price \nKeep an eye out for Hot Jazz March roaming downtown Charleston! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/festivall-capitol-street-art-fair/ LOCATION:Capitol Street\, 243 Capitol St.\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020335Z UID:1774-1748689200-1748700000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off DESCRIPTION:Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off\nMay 31 | 11am – 2pm\n \nJoin the Kanawha County Public Library outside on the Plaza for a Summer Library Club pre-registration celebration!  \nRegister to read in their annual Summer Library Club Challenge\, play lawn games\, make rainbow sand art\, and enjoy the Capitol Street Art Fair! The theme of our reading challenge this year is Color Our World. \nEarn colorful prizes as you read\, no matter your age! Ask a staff member to register online or pick up a paper reading log inside. In case of inclement weather\, we will be indoors on the Children’s Floor in the Main Library. \nLocation: Kanawha County Public Library Plaza\, 123 Capitol Street URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/summer-library-club-saturday-color-our-world-kick-off/ LOCATION:Kanawha County Public Library CATEGORIES:family-fun,Literature,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020331Z UID:1766-1748692800-1748700000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Poems While You Wait DESCRIPTION:Poems While You Wait\nMay 31\, 12-2pm\n \n  \nWV Poet Laureate Marc Harshman\, along with poets Kirk Judd and Sara Henning\, will create original one-of-a-kind poems designed just for you! \nStop by Taylor Books while you are out enjoying the Capitol Street Art Fair and take home a little memory. \nDonations: $5 donation to purchase a poem goes back to FestivALL  \nLocation: Taylor Books Annex Gallery\, 226 Capitol St. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/poems-while-you-wait-3/ LOCATION:Taylor Books\, 226 Capitol Street\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:Literature,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020327Z UID:1757-1748703600-1748728800@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts DESCRIPTION:Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts\nSaturday\, May 31 | 3pm – 10pm\n \nJoin Fund for the Arts and their co-presenter\, Spilman Thomas & Battle\, as we get ready for the most epic music fest in town! \nCharlie West Music Fest is where you want to kickstart your summer. Join us for a day full of live bands\, awesome selections of food\, beer and wine\, and just good ol’ fun. Music lovers\, don’t miss out on the chance to groove to your favorite tunes and discover new sounds from an eclectic mix of musicians. Bring your friends\, bring your blankets and chairs\, and let’s make unforgettable memories together. \nCelebrate with purpose while supporting the arts! Fund for the Arts uses the proceeds from this fundraiser to invest in our community by supporting 11 local art groups. \nCharlie West Music Fest is for a good cause! It’s hosted by Fund for the Arts\, and is our largest fundraiser. We raise money to provide crucial annual operating support to 11 local arts groups: Charleston Ballet\, Charleston Chamber Music Society Charleston Civic Chorus\, Charleston Light Opera Guild\, Children’s Theatre\, Clay Center\, Friends of Old Time Music and Dance\, River City Youth Ballet\, West Virginia Symphony Orchestra\, West Virginia Youth Symphony Orchestra\, and womanSong. \nLocation: University of Charleston lawnCo-presented by: Fund for the Arts and Spilman\, Thomas & Battle PLLCSponsors: Calvin Broyles Jewelers\, Cameron Vance Ste Farm Agent\, The Beverage Market\, Dr. Ranson\, Just Us Retirement Solutions\, Optimum\, Spriggs Distributing Co.\, Statewide Service\, United Bank\, West Virginia American Water\, WSAZ NewsChannel 3\, WVRC Media \nTickets: $35\n \n CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n \nArtist Lineup & Schedule\n3:00-4:30pm       Bob Thompson Unit4:50-6:20pm       Joslyn & The Sweet Compression6:40-8:10pm       Of Good Nature8:30-10:00pm     Shwayze URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/charlie-west-music-fest-presented-by-fund-for-the-arts/ LOCATION:University of Charleston\, 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE\,\, Charleston\, West Virginia CATEGORIES:music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093618 CREATED:20250924T020337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020337Z UID:1778-1748714400-1748719800@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:“Some Assembly Required" - Attack Theatre Performance with Charleston Office of Public Art DESCRIPTION:“Some Assembly Required”\n Attack Theatre Performance with The Charleston Office of Public Art\n\nMay 31st | 6PM\nKanawha Co. Public Library\, 123 Capitol St.\n \nExperience art like never before! Attack Theatre returns with a dynamic\, interactive performance alongside a striking installation by the Office of Public Art—live on the library plaza. \nA vibrant event for all ages! \nStop by to see a larger-than-life temporary public art piece by FestivALL and the Office of Public Art. Attack Theatre will interact with the audience and this new public art for a 45-minute performance you don’t want to miss. \nLocation: Kanawha County Public Library\, 123 Capitol St.In partnership with: Charleston Office of Public Art\, Kanawha County Public LibrarySponsors: Charles & Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation\, Truist WV Foundation \n*FREE EVENT* URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/attack-theatre-performance-with-the-charleston-office-of-public-art-some-assembly-required/ LOCATION:WV CATEGORIES:dance,family-fun,Local Art,other-events,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR