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SUMMARY:South Charleston Summerfest Around the Mound
DESCRIPTION:South Charleston Summerfest around the Mound is 4 evenings of “FREE” entertainment! Food vendors\, 2 bands each evening\, dance contests for all ages\, a Kids Zone with inflatables and “FREE” sno cones. NEW! On Friday there is a Drone Show over the Mound at 10 pm. Saturday opens early with a Car Show from 8am – 2pm and after the evening entertainment the event closes with Fireworks display at 10pm.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/south-charleston-summerfest-around-the-mound/
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Pocahontas County Opera House Performance Series
DESCRIPTION:Kindred Valley (Americana)\n\nAll performances being at 7 p.m. unless noted otherwise.\n\nAll performances at the Opera House are family-friendly and open to everyone. Admission is free for individuals 17 years old or younger. Our facilities are accessible for people with disabilities\, and we encourage everyone to attend. Special arrangements can be made if needed. You can buy tickets at the door or in advance on our website. Please note that seating is first come\, first served.\n\nPlease note that the dates provided may be subject to change. Please check our website\, social media\, or call for the latest updates on dates and advance ticket information.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/pocahontas-county-opera-house-performance-series/
LOCATION:Pocahontas County Opera House\, 818 Third Ave\, Marlinton\, WV\, 24954\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:Opera House: Legends of WV Bluegrass
DESCRIPTION:West Virginia is known for having some of the best bluegrass musician in the country. We have brought together the very best living legends who have performed with the biggest bluegrass groups in the country. This is a rare collections of excellent bluegrass musicians. Each ticket holder will also get a great chicken dinner. Great bluegrass music and stories and an excellent chicken dinner all for $30. You won’t want to miss this event in the beautiful Opera House in Buckhannon\, WV.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/opera-house-legends-of-wv-bluegrass/
LOCATION:Buckhannon Opera House\, 12 East Main Street\, Buckhannon\, West Virginia\, 26201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T193000
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SUMMARY:FOOTMAD: Old Time Winter Breakdown
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URL:https://wvculture.org/event/footmad-old-time-winter-breakdown/
LOCATION:WV Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Building 9\, Charleston\, West Virginia\, 25305
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T193000
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SUMMARY:WV Symphony: Opening Night Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:New Music Director Maurice Cohn leads the WV Symphony Orchestra in this Elliot Family Foundation Symphonic Series Concert featuring Byeol Kim\, piano\, performing Clara Schumann’s Piano Concerto. The concert begins with Aram Khachaturian’s Masquerade Waltz\, and ends with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7. More information is available at wvsymphony.org.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/wv-symphony-opening-night-celebration/
LOCATION:Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences of West Virginia\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, 25301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T130000
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SUMMARY:Grave Creek: A HISTORY OF BLACK MUSIC IN AMERICA
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Ron Scott Jr. with performances led by Ezra John \n\n\n\nThis unique program\, presented in partnership with YWCA Wheeling\, will take you on a journey through time\, examining the contributions of Black artists to American music. Starting with Negro Spirituals\, it will follow the creative road map from jazz to blues\, rock and roll to hip-hop and other genres in between. Hosted by Ron Scott Jr.\, the program includes musical clips\, local historical information\, and live performances from local artists led by Ezra John. 
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/grave-creek-a-history-of-black-music-in-america/
LOCATION:Grave Creek Mound\, 801 Jefferson Ave\, Moundsville\, WV\, 26041\, United States
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SUMMARY:Art After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of art\, entertainment\, and interactive fun in the Juliet Art Museum\, for FREE! And you can PARK for free in our lot\, to start and end your Downtown Charleston Art Walk with the Clay Center! \nThis month\, we’re opening a new exhibit at Art After Dark: “The Possible Dream: Collection Highlights Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Clay Center!” You can also check out the exhibit Illustrating Appalachia as well as our outdoor sculptures in the Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden! \nAlso in June\, join us in honoring student artists from Kanawha County Schools whose work is displayed in the Clay Center Choice award exhibit\, in our Optimum Interactive Art Space. \nMEET THE ARTIST: Sculptor Blessing Hancock will be here to get YOUR input on her upcoming sculpture for the Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden! \nPlus\, you’ll get to hear live music from The 11:11 & grab a drink from our cash bar
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/art-after-dark/
LOCATION:Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences of West Virginia\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, 25301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:2023 Vandalia Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Since 1977 the Vandalia Gathering has been taking place on the Capitol Grounds. Every Memorial Day Weekend people come from far and wide to experience the traditional culture of WV. Featuring multiple musical competitions\, a baking contest\, and the annual storytelling “Liar’s Contest”\, as well as over 30 West Virginia artisans and dancers (don’t forget the food!) There is something for everyone at the Vandalia Gathering.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/2023-vandalia-gathering/
LOCATION:West Virginia Capitol Complex and Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Building 9\, Charleston\, West Virginia\, 25305\, United States
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Bowed Psaltery Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 11th from 7 to 9 pm at Cedar Lakes for the 12th Annual Bowed Psaltery Symphony\, an event that has been hosted by Tish and Greg Westman since 2010.  Listen to the ethereal and haunting sounds of the bowed psaltery\, performed by over 40 musicians from across the country.  Each year the music selection is based on a theme and the 2023 theme is “Gardens”.  The Westman’s identify appropriate traditional music and Tish arranges the pieces to include multiple parts. These parts not only showcase the beauty of the instrument when played in harmony\, but also allow all level of players to participate. Some participants also bring additional instruments to enhance the symphony experience. Mountain and hammer dulcimers\, harps\, flutes\, guitars and even a jug have all complemented the performance.  Tickets are $8/person\, children under 12 are free.  Please stop by the Cedar Lakes Front Office or call (304) 372-7860 to purchase tickets.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/12th-annual-bowed-psaltery-symphony/
LOCATION:Cedar Lakes Conference Center\, 82 FFA Drive\, Ripley\, WV\, 25271\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T193000
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SUMMARY:FOOTMAD: Old-Time Winter Breakdown Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Bing Brothers featuring Jake Krack  \n\n\n\nThe Black Mountain Bluegrass Boys \n\n\n\nThe State Birds
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/footmad-old-time-winter-breakdown-concert/
LOCATION:WV Culture Center State Theater\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Building 9\, Charleston\, West Virginia\, 25305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T170000
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SUMMARY:FOOTMAD: Old-Time Winter Breakdown Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Beginner and Advances Workshops in Banjo\, Fiddle\, Bass\, Harmony Singing\, Calling\, Flatfooting\, and Guitar. Also featuring Appalachian Heritage Activities
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/footmad-old-time-winter-breakdown-workshops/
LOCATION:West Virginia Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Building 9\, Charleston\, West Virginia\, 25305
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SUMMARY:Greenbrier Valley Theatre's Mountain Home Christmas
DESCRIPTION:An original production that celebrates the holiday season in the Mountain State. Wild and wonderful and family-friendly\, this event will feature memorable songs\, humor\, storytelling and the spirit of Christmas that you won’t want to miss. Mountain Home Christmas is sure to be a joyous celebration that captures the cultural beauty of West Virginia.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/greenbrier-valley-theatres-mountain-home-christmas/2022-12-09/
LOCATION:Greenbrier Valley Theatre\, 1038 Washington St. E\, Lewisburg\, WV\, 24901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,History
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SUMMARY:Appalachian String Band Festival
DESCRIPTION:A five-day mountaintop gathering of musicians and friends with contests\, concerts\, workshops\, square dances\, camping and vendors. Old time Appalachian music is presented to an audience of more than 3000 musicians and string band music lovers of all ages.  The festival attracts visitors and participants from all around the world including all 50 states and more than 20 foreign countries.
URL:https://wvculture.org/event/appalachian-string-band-festival/
LOCATION:Camp Washington-Carver\, County Route 11/3\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Culture
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