Tag: fall

  • Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents: “Why We Stayed”

    Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents: “Why We Stayed”

    “Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak”

    “Why We Stayed” is a theatrical production by the Contemporary Youth Arts Company (CYAC) that explores the complex reasons people remain in abusive relationships, focusing on the often-ignored struggles of “forgotten victims” of domestic violence. The play portrays the daily realities of survival for diverse characters—from mothers and police officers to convicts and neighbors—highlighting the societal barriers, personal struggles, and emotional entrapments that prevent people from leaving abusive situations. The production serves as a fundraising event for the YWCA’s Resolve Family Abuse Program, aiming to give voice to survivors and foster understanding of these difficult issues.

     

    Tickets: $15 (Adult) $10 (student/senior).

    Rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material


    PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

  • Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents Why We Stayed

    Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents Why We Stayed

    The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak.

    Tickets: $15 (Adult) $10 (student/senior).

    Rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material.


    PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

  • Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents Why We Stayed

    Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents Why We Stayed

    The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak.

    Tickets: $15 (Adult) $10 (student/senior).

    Rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material.


    PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

  • Still Becoming: Honoring the Process of Change—Unfinished, Ongoing, and Full of Possibility

    Still Becoming: Honoring the Process of Change—Unfinished, Ongoing, and Full of Possibility

    WVSDT’s art exhibit, taking place in the Kanawha County Public Library, is being held in conjunction with Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM). YJAM is an annual campaign where advocates unite to organize digital and in-person events to raise awareness and inspire action for young people impacted by the justice system.

    This exhibit will feature student artwork centered around the reflection of growth and transformation that is witnessed in youth every day.

  • Walking Art & Architecture Tour

    Walking Art & Architecture Tour

    Welcome to Charleston!  Delve 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.

    Starting Point: WesBanco, 901 Lee Street
    Ending Point: Davis Park
    Duration: Approximately 75 minutes

    Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Polite, leashed dogs are welcome to join the walk.

     

  • Shakespeare Remix with Vintage Theatre

    Shakespeare Remix with Vintage Theatre

    MACBETH

    6:00 – 6:46PM at Folklore Music Exchange

    More information coming soon!

    SHAKESPEAREAOKE

    The Rustic Mechanicals are headed to FestivFALL 2025 in Charleston, WV to host one of their unique #Shakespeareaoke parties at the Folklore Music Exchange on Sat. Oct. 11 at 7pm.Join us for our unique open-mic, spoken-word, Bard-inspried, music-filled, celebration of language!!!

  • Harvest Art Fair (Sunday)

    Harvest Art Fair (Sunday)

    Shop from a wide variety of local and regional artisans as they display and sell their handcrafted goods at the Capitol Market!

    It’s the perfect time to get some of your holiday shopping done early, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. The Harvest Art Fair also includes free make-and-take kids activities, live music, and more! Make-and-take activities are provided by community volunteer groups.

     

    Saturday, Oct. 12: 10am-6 pm
    Sunday, Oct. 13: 12pm-5pm

     

    FREE entrance. Wheelchair accessible

     

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    ∷ Participating Artists ∷

    Betty Rivard
    Black Locust Woodshop
    Cali Wesson Art
    Cathy L. Fulks Art
    Connie McColley
    Deylight Photography
    Diet Sweater
    Echo-Lit
    Ellie’s Emporium
    Fire and Steel Artistic Creations
    HepCatz Design
    Hippie’s Daughter
    Lake Shore Pottery and Jewelry
    MarisaMade LLC
    Marj Moses Jewelry
    The Madd Hooker
    Matt Smith Makes
    Patty Stewart Art
    Randall Sanger Photography
    Reflection in a Pool
    Sacred Totems
    SHEA NEW
    Simple Minded Bath Company LLC
    Sugar Pop Press
    Teresa Gail Designs
    The Beard and The Bun Pottery
    The Doodlin’ Roo
    Thomas Ruggiero Art & Design
    Wingard Pottery

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    ∷ Harvest Art Fair Stage Schedule (Sunday) ∷

    12-1pm  Bug
    1-2pm    Heather Hannah
    2-3pm   East End Ghouls
    3-4pm   Ryan Errickson (Dalchord)
    4-5pm   Jordan Dyer Trio

  • Harvest Art Fair (Saturday)

    Harvest Art Fair (Saturday)

    Shop from a wide variety of local and regional artisans as they display and sell their handcrafted goods at the Capitol Market!

    It’s the perfect time to get some of your holiday shopping done early, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. The Harvest Art Fair also includes free make-and-take kids activities, live music, and more! Make-and-take activities are provided by community volunteer groups.

    Saturday, Oct. 11: 10am-6pm
    Sunday, Oct. 12: 12pm-5pm

    FREE entrance. Wheelchair accessible

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    ∷ Participating Artists ∷

    The Beard and The Bun Pottery
    Betty Rivard
    Black Locust Woodshop
    Cali Wesson Art
    Cathy L. Fulks Art
    Connie McColley
    Deylight Photography
    Diet Sweater
    The Doodlin’ Roo
    Echo-Lit
    Ellie’s Emporium
    Fire and Steel Artistic Creations
    HepCatz Design
    Hippie’s Daughter
    Lake Shore Pottery and Jewelry
    The Madd Hooker
    MarisaMade LLC
    Marj Moses Jewelry
    Matt Smith Makes
    Patty Stewart Art
    Randall Sanger Photography
    Reflection in a Pool
    Sacred Totems
    SHEA NEW
    Simple Minded Bath Company LLC
    Sugar Pop Press
    Teresa Gail Designs
    Thomas Ruggiero Art & Design
    Wingard Pottery

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    ∷ Harvest Art Fair Stage Schedule ∷

    Saturday, Oct. 11

    10-11am   Children’s Theatre of Charleston
    11-12pm   Brittany & Brenna
    12-1pm     Ray and John
    1-2pm       Two Roommates
    2-3pm       Mark Price
    3-4pm       Cariño
    4-5pm       Slow Train
    5-6pm       Tai Ray

  • Mountain Stage with Craig Finn & The Band of Forgiveness, and more

    Mountain Stage with Craig Finn & The Band of Forgiveness, and more

    Be a part of the live radio audience as Mountain Stage records a fresh episode for NPR Music with guest host David Mayfield!

    Guest Artists: Craig Finn & The Band of Forgiveness, Nicki Bluhm, East Nash Grass, Deb Talan, and Two Runner

    Doors at 6:30pm
    Show at 7pm

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    Tickets: $25-$30

    All tickets to this show are e-tickets and will be emailed to you upon purchase. Open up the pdf and the QR code on your ticket will be scanned at the door. This event will also be offered as a livestream.

    CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

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    About Mountain Stage

    Since 1983, Mountain Stage has been one of the most beloved programs in public radio history. Eclectic and authentic, the show’s varied guests have included iconic artists from John Prine and Townes Van Zandt to Wilco and Phish. Under the leadership of Grammy Award-winning country and bluegrass star Kathy Mattea since 2021, Mountain Stage continues to bring surefire energy and music discovery to parts known and unknown.

    Produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting and distributed by NPR Music, each two-hour episode is recorded in front of a live audience and can be heard every week on nearly 300 stations across America, and around the world via NPR Music and mountainstage.org.

  • Sunset Yoga

    Sunset Yoga

    Join Nina Ratliff (RYT 500) for a nourishing 60-minute, ALL levels yoga practice that ends with a soothing 15-minute gong bath.

    Some mats and props will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. We also recommend bringing a blanket and water.

    Date: October 12
    Time: 5:30pm
    Location: Haddad River Front Park, 601-699 Kanawha Blvd E