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Wednesday, July 16, 2008

The Huggins family reunion will be held July 20 at the Red Barn in Moundsville. Dinner will be at 1 p.m. Bring a covered dish and something for the auction.

The New Martinsville Parks and Recreation Commission announces that the 2008 swimming pool season passes will be available at half price beginning July 21. The student pass will be $15, adult pass is $20, and the family pass is $45. The pools passes can only be purchased at the City Building. Pool passes require a photo ID. Every individual purchasing a pool pass must have a pass with a photo on it to allow them admittance to the pool. Pictures can either be brought into the Parks Office or will be taken call for appointment.

Adults thinking about going to college are invited to Monroe County District Library in Woodsfield July 23 at 6 p.m. to learn about Ohio University Eastern Campus, the majors available on campus, and scholarships available for adults.

New Martinsville Public Library, 160 Washington Street, New Martinsville, will be hosting a Friends Of The Library Book Review July 23 at noon. Frances Malson will be reviewing All We Ever Wanted Was Everything by Janelle Brown.

The Greathouse family reunion will be held July 26 at Bruce Park in New Martinsville, beginning with a covered dish dinner at 1 p.m. Bring a covered dish and something for the auction.

The second annual Hundred Alumni Basketball Game is to held on July 26 starting at 6 p.m. at Long Drain Elementary School. It will be the Odd Years versus the Even Years. This is sponsored by the Little Hornet’s Basketball Boosters and all proceeds will go to purchasing new uniforms, pom-poms, and other needed basketball items. Odd Years, please wear read, while Even Years wears blue. Cost is only $1 to watch all the fun! If players could sign-in before it would be great, but just showing up to play would be very nice.

The descendents and friends of Bertha Lancaster Ice are invited to the annual reunion at the home of Charles and Jennie Ice of Reader, Piney Rt., on July 26. Bring a covered dish, favorite pictures, and games.

The third annual Quad-County Thunder Ride poker run sponsored by the Shortline Alumni Association will be held July 26. Cost is $10 per rider. All riders play a hand. The ride starts and ends at the American Legion Park located on W.Va. 20 in Pine Grove. Sign-in starts at 10 a.m. The first bike will go out at 11 a.m. and the last bike will come in at 4 p.m. After the ride, festivities will include rodeo games, food, raffles, and prizes.

The descendants of Luther and Lenora Briggs Postlethwait will hold their annual reunion July 26. It will be at noon in the downstairs of the Byrd Center in Pine Grove. Bring covered dish.

The descendents of John Marcus and Virginia Rush, Luma, Mandy, Ike, Jo, Dutch, Buck, Jim and Scritch, will have a reunion on July 26 at noon. It will be at the Lewis Wetzel Park across from the hospital in New Martinsville. All relatives and friends are invited.

The New Martinsville Parks and Recreation Commission is sponsoring a water aerobics class on Tuesdays and Thursdays, now through July 29, and one Wednesday, July 30. The time of the classes will be 8-9 p.m. and will be held at Lewis Wetzel Pool. Pre-registration is required. Call or stop by the New Martinsville City Hall to pre-register.

Family and friends of Linda Sue Wade and Albert Lee O’Neil will be meeting on July 26 at the home of Bill O’Neil, located at the end of Paugh Ridge in Proctor. Call 455-4082 for directions.

The Wetzel County Republican Executive Committee will meet July 27 at 3 p.m. in the New Martinsville City Building.

The Brookover reunion will be held Aug. 2 at the Senior Center, 145 Paducah Drive, New Martinsville. A covered dish dinner will begin at noon. Drinks, meat, and table service will be provided. For more information call Elsie Taylor, 455-2563, or Diana Meeks, 337- 2706.

Descendants and friends of Robert and Quintilla Bohrer are invited to a reunion Aug. 3 at PPG Park, McKenna Shelter. Bring a covered dish. Meat, drinks, and utensils will be provided.

The annual Fitzsimmons reunion will be held at the Wetzel County Senior Citizens Center, New Martinsville, on Aug. 9 at noon.

The Marshall County Democratic Executive Committee’s annual picnic will be held on Aug. 10 beginning at 1 p.m. at St. Jude Park, Glen Dale. Meet the candidates. Entertainment will be provided by Wesley Howsare.

The Paden City Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2281 will hold its Labor Day King and Queen contest Sept. 1 for ages birth to 12 years old. Participants must be registered by Aug. 15. All monies received will benefit the Community Fund.

Wetzel County Hospital employees prior to 1979 will hold their annual reunion Aug. 16 at Quinet’s Court Restaurant in New Martinsville from noon to 4 p.m.

A business seminar on increasing sales and customer loyalty will be held from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 28 at West Virginia Northern Community College, Room 110. Cost is $49, or $25 to members of the Wetzel County Chamber of Commerce. Pre-registration is required at 304-455-4684, ext. 8973.

New Martinsville Parks and Recreation will have a free concert at Bruce Park on July 17 from 7-8:30 p.m. The Lazy River Jazz Band will be performing and free refreshments and ice cream will given out while supplies last. They will also have kids games with lots of cool prizes. Bring the whole family down to Bruce Park for some free family fun.

American Legion Post 28 will be having karaoke with Ram Entertainment on July 18 from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

The July 19 meeting of Friends, a singles’ club, will take place at the Candlelight Restaurant in New Martinsville at 5:30 p.m.

The Tharp Brothers from New Martinsville will be at the Ohio Valley Opry at the Twin City Opera House in McConnelsville July 19. The traditional country, gospel, and bluegrass music show is in its eighth season and begins at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Wetzel County Democrat Women’s Club will hold their annual picnic July 20 at 1 p.m. at the large shelter in Bruce Park. Members should bring a covered dish and an item for auction. Everything else will be furnished.

The inaugural Wetzel County EMS Benefit Motorcycle Ride will be held July 20 (rain date from original date of June 29). Registration will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wetzel County 4-H Grounds with the first bike out at 1 p.m. All motorcycles are welcome. Cost is $15 per bike, $10 per passenger. The event will support the Wetzel County EMS stations: New Martinsville, Grandview, Hundred, and Pine Grove. After the ride there will be a meal, games, 50/50 drawing, and give-a-ways; even a chance to win $75 or $125.

The Monroe County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting July 20 at 2 p.m. at the Monroe County District Library at Route 78 and Home Avenue in Woodsfield. In honor of Independence Day, the members will watch an inspiring video titled “The Many Faces of Old Glory”. A general business meeting will follow the video.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Staff for U.S. Senator Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., will hold mobile office hours for West Virginians with federally related problems or questions.

Riverwoods Animal League will hold a dog wash and rummage sale at Tractor Supply in New Martinsville on July 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $12 for a wash and dry. They also do nail clippings for a small additional fee.

All friends and relatives of the late Cloy and William Hartman are invited to a reunion to be held at the Senior Citizens Building on Paducah Drive, New Martinsville, on July 19.

Piney Homecoming will be held July 19 at Junior and Patty Hall’s home, beginning with a covered dish lunch at noon. There will be a quilt for auction, games for children, fun, and entertainment. No alcoholic beverages are permitted, but everyone is welcome to bring a covered dish and children to this annual event.

On the third Tuesday of each month, the Homoeopathy Study Group meets at the Moundsville Public Library. However, for the July meeting, the group is planning a field trip. It will be a “Secret Garden Tour” and the group will discuss using plants as homoeopathic remedies. Homoeopath David Board, facilitator of the group, will have refreshments at his home in Woodsfield and the group will study some homoeopathic remedies as well as learning what will be seen in the garden.

Ohio River Scarlett Bells Red Hats will meet July 23 at 1 p.m. for a luncheon meeting. The meeting and social outing will be at Da Vinci’s in Williamstown.

West Virginia’s 58th annual State Gospel Singing Convention will be held July 25-27 in Mount Nebo, W.Va., located just south of Summersville. All singers are welcome. For more information visit www.wvgospelsing.com or call Faye or Carl Bostic at 304-872-1977. There is no charge for camping or the gospel sing.

Wetzel County Catholic Charities will hold school supply sign-ups on July 28 and 29 from 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sign-ups are at Catholic Charities’ office located at 21 Rosary Road, Suite A, New Martinsville. This program is for Wetzel County low-income families.

There will be a flea market Aug. 9-10 at the Wetzel County 4-H grounds from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. both days. Set up fee is $5. Admission and parking is free.

Labor Day Gospel singing convention will be held Aug. 29-31 in Mount Nebo, W.Va., located just south of Summersville. All singers are welcome. For more information visit www.wvgospelsing.com or call Faye or Carl Bostic at 304-872-1977. There is no charge for camping or the gospel sing.

American Legion Post 28 will be having Karaoke on July 11 at 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. with Classic Karaoke.

The annual reunion of the Magnolia High School Classes of 1939-49 will be held July 11. An informal get together will be held at the Lewis Wetzel Family Center from 6-10 p.m. Then on July 12 at 6 p.m. there will be a buffet at the Lewis Wetzel Family Center. A dance will follow from 8-11 p.m. Cost is $20.

The monthly Fellowship Prayer Breakfast will be held at Quinet’s Court Restaurant, Main St., New Martinsville, July 12, 9-11 a.m. This month’s speaker will be Joyce Hill, pastor of Pike Church outside of St. Marys. She will be ministering on the subject of the Prayer Shaw. For more information call 304-889-3555.

The Elson Family (Gospel singers) from Proctor will be singing at Chapel of Victory Church on Town Hill in Pine Grove July 13 at 7 p.m.

Wetzel County Federation of Democratic Women will hold their next meeting July 14 at 5:30 p.m. at Quinet’s Court Restaurant, with meeting to follow at 6 p.m. All Democrats are invited to attend. The date change of WCFDW will be a permanent changed. The meetings will be held monthly on the second Monday of each month. There will be a speaker at this July meeting.

Jewel City Church will hold a Veggie Tale Vacation Bible School, “The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” July 14-18, 6-9 p.m. Kids from age three to those exiting fifth grade are invited for a fun-filled week exploring what it means to be a true hero for God.

Cornerstone Church of God invites children from the age of four through those that are going into sixth grade to Outrigger Island: Living God’s Unshakeable Truth”. Vacation Bible School is scheduled from July 14-18, 6-8:30 p.m. each night. Pre-registration is available at the church on July 12 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Wetzel County Hospital is offering a free “Friends and Family CPR” class in Conference Room 2 at the hospital on July 15 from 1-3 p.m. This class teaches the technique of CPR but does not provide certification. Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required.

Wednesday, July 02, 2008

The 24th annual Price Reunion will gather at the Paden City Park Pavilion at 11 a.m. on July 12 with dinner at 1 p.m. Bring a picnic dinner, family records and memorabilia, musical instruments, and anything else you care to bring.

Smithfield High School will hold the third all-class reunion on July 12 at the Robert C. Byrd Center in Pine Grove. Activities will begin at 9:30 a.m. with coffee and donuts for the early arrivals.

Chapel of Victory in Pine Grove is having a special gospel sing featuring area southern gospel group, The Elsons, to appear July 13 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. There is no admission.

The Tri-State Pony Pullers will sponsor a pull at 11 a.m. July 13 at the Wetzel County 4-H Campgrounds. For more information, call Lloyd Wood at 304-775-2216 or Bill Spears at 304-662-6804.

The Ramsey Reunion will be held July 13 at PPG Park, beginning at noon.

Cancer survivors, cancer patients, care givers, or family members are invited to attend a Cancer Support Group meeting which will be held July 15 at 1 p.m. at the New Martinsville United Methodist Church. Please call Jane Shenefiel with any questions at 455-2748 or the church at 455-1422.

The descendants of John and Nancy (Morris) Hutchinson will hold their annual reunion on July 19 at the Wileyville Fire Hall. A covered dish lunch will begin at noon.

The New Martinsville United Methodist Church will be holding God’s Big Backyard Vacation Bible School, starting July 20-24 at the church. Times will be Sunday 5:30 (registration) through 8:15 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 6-8:15 p.m. This VBS is for ages four though sixth grade and an adult class. You can register now. They invite children to come and join the fun. To register or for questions call the church at 455-1422.

A representative of First District Congressman Alan B. Mollohan will be available to visit Wetzel County residents on the following schedule in July: July 21, 10 a.m.-noon, Byrd Center, Pine Grove; July 22, Hundred Senior Center; the usual session on the first Friday at the Wetzel County Courthouse has been cancelled.

There will be a defensive driving class held on July 24-25 at the Wetzel County Senior Center in New Martinsville from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. both days. Participants must register and attend both days to receive a money-saving certificate toward auto insurance.

American Legion Post 28 will be having karaoke July 4, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. with Carman Harman.

The descendants of Ellis and Martha Nichols will gather at noon on Aug. 9 at the Tyler County Grange Hall to enjoy a covered dish dinner to be shared among the relatives and friends. This Nichols family settled in Tyler County in 1846 and includes the descendants of Samuel and Blanche Nichols of Big Run Road near Indian Creek in Tyler County, as well as many others. For further information, contact Lester and Marion Nichols at 304-758-4961 or Duane and Sue Nichols at 304-599-8040. The Tyler County Grange Hall is near the Alma Fire Station on W.Va. 18, between West Union and Middlebourne.

The Freeland, Hamilton, Moore, and Tallman reunion will be held July 26 at the Valley Grange Hall in Alma, beginning at 11 a.m. Lunch will be at noon. Bring a covered dish, favorite pictures, and enjoy the day.

The annual Birchfield Church Homecoming will be held at the church on July 27, beginning with a shareholders’ meeting at 11 a.m., with President Freda Watts presiding. A picnic lunch will follow at noon. A special afternoon program will begin at 1 p.m.

The Tri-State Pony Pullers will sponsor a pull at 11 a.m. July 27 at the Wetzel County 4-H Campgrounds. For more information, call Lloyd Wood at 304-775-2216 or Bill Spears at 304-662-6804.

There will be Vacation Bible School July 27-31 from 6-8 p.m. at Friendly Baptist Church. Classes are for ages three to adult. It is sponsored by New Whiteland Baptist Church, New Whiteland, Ind.

Vacation Bible School will be held at the First Baptist Church of Paden City July 27-31 from 6-8:30 p.m. each night. The theme is Power Lab: Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power! Have fun learning about Jesus through songs, games, treats, crafts, science experiments, and Bible adventures.

There will be a sports camp July 28-31 at Friendly Baptist Church for ages five and up. It is sponsored by New Whiteland Baptist Church, New Whiteland, Ind.

PowerLab - Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power” Vacation Bible School will be held July 28 to Aug. 1, 6-9 p.m., at the First Church of God, located at 255 Russell Avenue in New Martinsville (by Wal-Mart). There will be classes for children in grades Kindergarten through fifth grade. Anyone who needs a ride to VBS or more information can call (304) 455-3453.

The descendants of Ross Taylor will have the 16th Taylor Family and Friends Reunion on Aug. 2 at the Lewis Wetzel Family Center. Please bring a dish to share. There will be an auction. As in the past years, ham and chicken will be supplied. All beverages, table services, and serving ware will be provided. They plan to eat around 1 p.m. Please come early and see the auction items.

The annual Blake reunion will be held July 5 at 12:30 p.m. at the Lewis Wetzel Family Center in New Martinsville. Family and friends are invited to bring a covered dish and attend the event. Meat, table service, and beverages will be furnished.

Red Hatters of the Ohio Valley are invited to a buffet luncheon cruise aboard the Valley Gem Sternwheeler Aug. 16 leaving Marietta at noon. Cost of $25.25 per person includes a delicious lunch. For more information or to make reservations call Judy McCort at 740-385-7087.

A bluegrass jam will be held July 5 at 6 p.m. at the Rivers’ Edge Activities Center located on Ohio 7, one-and-a-half miles north of Fly. All bluegrass, old time country music bands, and public welcome. There will be a 50-50 drawing. Food concession open at 4:30 p.m. There is no admission fee, but a free will donation appreciated. No alcoholic beverages. No smoking in the building.

The Ritchie County Historical Society and the Harrisville Lions Club will be holding an ice cream social on July 5 at the Pennsboro B & O Depot. The social will start at 6 p.m. Free ice cream will be served until 8 p.m. Hot dogs, snacks, and soft drinks will be sold benefiting the Historical Society’s repair fund.

The Paden City Volunteer Fire Company will sponsor an all-you-can-eat breakfast at the fire hall on July 5 from 8 a.m. to noon. The menu includes sausage patties and links, bacon, pancakes, french toast, scrambled eggs, sausage gravy, biscuits, coffee, orange and apple juice, milk, and fruit salad. For more information, call the fire hall at 304-337-9289.

New Martinsville Chapter # 50 Order of Eastern Star will hold a stated meeting on July 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Masonic Temple, Main Street, New Martinsville. Worthy Matron Nola Parks and Worthy Patron George Friedline will preside.

Coupons for the Farmer’s Market will be available at the New Martinsville Senior Center for seniors who live in Wetzel County and meet certain guidelines. The center is located at 145 Paducah Drive.

The regular monthly meeting and covered dish dinner of the Paden City Happy Timers Senior Citizens will meet at the center on July 10 at noon. This month is “Pot Luck Lunch” with each member bringing a covered dish. Bingo will be played from 10:30-11:30 a.m. with candy bars as prizes.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

The Wileyville Homecoming Committee and the Volunteer Fire Department are sponsoring a flea market at the homecoming on July 12. Set-up is July 12 before 9:30 a.m. The public is invited to participate. Bring your own tables and shelter, but please no food stands.

The annual homecoming will be at the Wileyville Fire Hall on July 12. Chicken, beef, and pork roast dinners will be served, as well as a variety of refreshments. Parade begins at 10:30 a.m., with entertainment lasting until dark when there will be a fireworks show. There also will be tournaments for horseshoe pitching, Cinch, and basketball shooting, as well as crafts. The public is encouraged to spend the day and reminisce of old times and make new memories.

The Wileyville Homecoming Committee and Volunteer Fire Department would like to announce a quilt show at the Homecoming on July 12. Anyone who would like to participate should bring their quilt to the Wileyville fire hall no later than 8 p.m. on July 11.

The Paden City American Legion Post 86 will hold its regular meeting on July 14 at Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church social room at 7 p.m.

The New Martinsville Church of God provides free meals to the community from 3-5 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month (July 17) in the fellowship hall of the church. Carry outs are available. All that is required for carry out is a name, address, and a phone number of the person receiving the carry out meal.

The Huggins reunion will be held July 20 at the Red Barn in Moundsville. Dinner will be at 1 p.m.

All descendants of A.H. (Henry) West will meet on July 26 at noon at the Witte Shelter on the Wetzel County 4-H Grounds. Bring a basket lunch and beverage. Bring a lawn chair for your comfort and your camera. No alcohol.

Deas Vail with Coin Laundry Loser will be in concert June 26 at the First Church of God in New Martinsville, 255 Russell Ave., New Martinsville. Admission is $5 in advance and $6 at the door. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 455-3453. To find out more about the bands visit myspace.com/deasvail and myspace.com/coinlaundryloser.

Descendants of Mary (Sole) and James Haught will meet for their annual reunion on June 28, noon, at the Paden City Senior Center, Paden City. Please bring a covered dish, items for a fun auction, and pictures/ memorabilia for display.

The inaugural Wetzel County EMS Benefit Motorcycle Ride will be held June 29. Registration will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wetzel County 4-H Grounds with the first bike out at 1 p.m. All motorcycles are welcome. Cost is $15 per bike, $10 per passenger. The event will support the Wetzel County EMS stations: New Martinsville, Grandview, Hundred, and Pine Grove. After the ride there will be a meal, games, 50/50 drawing, and give-a-ways; even a chance to win $75 or $125.

The Hilltop Community Center will sponsor an ice cream social and roasted chicken dinner on June 29 from 4-6 p.m.

The employees of Solid Waste Services will be celebrating the Fourth of July on Friday. The Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday garbage routes will be on regular schedule.

St. Joseph’s Settlement will sponsor its annual 4th of July celebration from noon to 6 p.m. There will be a country dinner for $7, adults; $3, children four to 12; age three and under free. Activities include Bingo, quilt show, games, pony rides, instant Bingo; ice cream stand; raffle tickets with $500 first prize; poker; and country store. Live old-time fiddle music will be provided by Keith Ross and Josh Wanstreet from 2-4 p.m. Bring your instruments for a jam session from 4-5 p.m.

The Babcocks With Cowboy Joe will give a free gospel and Western concert July 5 from 1-5 p.m. at the Ashley Campground, W.Va. 23, 12 miles north of Salem.

The Wileyville Homecoming Committee and the VFD are sponsoring crafts at the homecoming on July 12. Crafters are invited to set up free of charge, but must provide their own tables and shelters. No food concessions, please.