2008
April 2008
Glass Fest – April 25 - 27,
2008
At Appalachian Glass in Weston, WV
Starting with a school program on Friday
and continuing through the weekend this will be a fun
and educational experience for all. Glass blowing demonstrations,
food, games, music, other crafter demonstrations and much more.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or www.stonewallcountry.com
"School Of Piece"- National Civil
War Artillery Association - April 18 - 20, 2008
At WVU Jackson's Mill
This artillery Qualification and Certification by
the
National Civil War Artillery Association will provide instruction
for the Civil War reenactors in artillery
drill, focusing on a high level of safety. Visitors to the
Historic Area will have the opportunity to observe the
school as part of their regular Historic Area admission.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or Jackson Mill @ 304-269-5100
or www.jacksonsmill.com
15th Annual Ramp Cook-off and Festival
April 26, 2008
In Elkins, WV.
A unique celebration of a locally grown herb, the
ramp. Cook-off with a total of $2,200 awarded in prizes,
taste-testing, entertainment, crafts, 50/50 drawing and
more. Event starts at 10, and ramp tasting begins at 1:45.
For more information call: 1-800-422-3304.
May 2008
5th Annual Scottish Festival & Celtic
Gathering
May 2 - 4, 2008
In Bridgeport, WV Kilted golf outing, Celtic music,
food, games, puppet shows, herding demonstration
Scottish country dancing, bagpipes, massed band, WV Highland Dancers,
living history and much more.
For more information, please call: 304-842-3457
or www.scots-westvirginia.org
West Virginia Strawberry Festival
May 14 - 18, 2008
Buckhannon, WV This annual festival celebrates their
66th year this May.This festival is highlighted with nightly parades,
the carnival and of course lots and lots of strawberries. Some other
activities include a variety of
nightly entertainment, band competitions, a car show, arts
& crafts exhibits, a strawberry auction and much more.
Of course Friday and Saturday nights are the Main
Street block parties full of entertainment that you won't
want to miss. This festival always has something for everyone.
For more information contact: 304-472-9036
or www.wvstrawberryfestival.com
The Eat'n Sing'n and History Festival
May 18, 2008
At Ole Horner School in Horner, WV
Spend the day enjoying music from Donnie Detamore,
The Stalnakers, Betty Jo Heater & the Countyairs, ETA
and more. Beans & cornbread and strawberry shortcake
are available. Mountainair Inc. will be giving helicopter
rides of the area for $30.00. The boneless wing contest
will be back this year. First prize $98.00 gold dollars.
New this year is the "How ugly are you" contest with
$98.00 first prize also.
Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Admission is free.
For more information call 269-7328 or www.stonewallcountry.com
Webster County Wood Chopping Festival
May 22 - 25, 2008
Webster Springs, WV
The Southeastern World Championship Woodchopper
title is won every year at this annual festival. This festival
also host the yearly WV State Fireman's Rodeo and WV State Turkey
Calling Championships. Plus you can enjoy
arts and crafts, a car & motorcycle show, parades, live music,
food, fireworks and much more. Daily admission
is $3.00 for ages 10 years and up. Ages 9 years and
under are free.
For more information contact: 304-847-7666
or www.woodchoppingfestival.com
Blue and Gray Ladies' Tea - May
24, 2008
At the Adaland Mansion in Philippi, WV Blue And
Gray Ladies' Tea will be served buffet style. Tea time
is 10:00 a.m.
Adults $12.00 children under 12 years - $6.00
For more information contact: Adaland Mansion
@ 304-457-1587 or www.adaland.org
Afternoon of Art - May 31, 2008
The event is being held at West Hall.
Gathering for The Arts Council of Weston from 1pm
to 5pm. There will be displays from local artisans,
performing arts, visual arts, music, activities for youth.
The big event will be the dessert buffet - $5.00 per
person. And enter your name for a drawing for dinner
for two at Stonewall Resort. Come out and meet the
board of directors and get acquainted with others
interested in the Arts.
For more information contact:
Kristin Droppleman at 269-6141
June 2008
West Virginia Wine and Regional Cuisine
Festival - June 7, 2008
At the Stonewall Resort
Featuring some of the West Virginia finest wineries,
as
well as the divine cooking of the Stonewall Resort's
premier chef's. Come and enjoy excellent wines, and delectable foods.
For more information contact Lambert's Winery
304-269-4903 or Stonewall Resort 304-269-7400
www.stonewallresort.com
Cruisin Summer Knights Father's Day Car
Show - June 14 - 15, 2008
At Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum Grounds
Spend the day with dad while he dreams about all the
cars he always wished he had. /this is a annual event so
come and enjoy.
For more information contact TALA @ 304-269-5070
or www.trans-alleghenylunaticasylum.com
57th Annual West Virginia State Folk Festival
June 19 - 21, 2008
In Glenville, WV
Events include music, contests and concerts, concessions,
crafts and craft demonstrations along with living history presentations.
Festival begins at 2 p.m. each day and admission is free. A square
dance is scheduled for each evening at 8 p.m.
For more information contact Joe Yurkiewicz at
304-462-5000 or www.wvfolkfestival.org
Gassaway Days Centennial Celebration -
June 2008
Kenton Meadows Field in Gassaway, WV
The celebration includes live music, carnival attractions,
refreshments, vendors, arts and crafts, car show and
more.There is a parade at 2:00 p.m. and fireworks at
10:00 p.m. on Saturday. The famous breakfast will be
Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to
10:00 a.m.
For more information contact: 304-364-5111
3nd Annual Weston Market Fair -
June 28, 2008
In Historic Downtown Weston
The day will be filled with activities for every age. Starting
at 9:00 a.m. come and enjoy a days filled with antiques, agriculture,
arts and crafts vendors, car show, Children's activities, demonstrations,
entertainment and concessions. Junior(ages 14-16) and Senior Queen
(ages of 60 and up)
pageant. Our fun filled event will end at 5:00 p.m.Set up and admission
to this event are free.
For more information contact: LC Chamber Office
@ 304-269-2608 or www.lcchamber.org
For
vendor information contact the city of Weston at
304-269-6141
Lavender Fair and More - June 28, 2008
At LaPaix Farm
Enjoy a beautiful day of entertainment including: lavender cookie
contest, crafts, herbs, wine tasting, exhibits, demonstrations,
workshops, Celtic music, gourmet
luncheon, plants and much more.
For more information contact LaPaix Farms at
304-269-7681 or www.lapaixherbfarm.com
or www.stonewallcountry.com
July 2008
Weston Firemen's Annual Independence Day
Celebration - July 3 & 4, 2008
at the Robert Bland Middle School in Weston, WV
Directions: I-79 to Exit 99, go west on US Rt. 33
into Weston, the School will be on right side of the road about
three miles from the exit.
Celebrate the birth of our nation with one of the
biggest fireworks displays in West Virginia. This
family festival includes activities, food and entertainment
for all ages. See you there.
For more information contact: Mike Young @
304-269-2349 or Lewis County CVB @
304-269-7328 www.stonewallcountry.com
Jamboree at the Mill - July 2008
At WVU Jackson's Mill
This children's oriented event is great fun for all. Games,crafts,
races, storytelling, candle dipping and
much more. Come enjoy a cool summer breeze, family
fun, and more.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or www.stonewallcountry.com
2008 Stonewall Jackson Triathlon - July 28, 2008
at the Stonewall Resort
This Triathlon includes 1000 meter swim, 26 mile bike
and 4 mile run. This is a Set Up Events Triathlon circuit
new event. The event benefits the Lewis County Chamber
of Commerce.
For more information go to www.setupevents.com
Lewis County Fair - July 29
- August 2, 2008
Located at the WVU Jackson's Mill Airstrip outside
of Weston, in Lewis County, WV.
Directions: I-79 to Exit 99, then take US 33 West
into Weston, and turn North on US 19. Follow Us 19 to Jackson Mill
Road, then turn left and follow the signs.
Admission: "One Low Price" - $8.00 and season passes
are available.
Hours vary by day.
Experience a "True Old Fashion" country fair. Our
All-Inclusive one price fair has a wide range of activities, including
mud bogs, tractor pulls, demolition derby,
carnival rides, live concerts, food, games, 4-H exhibits,
live stock sales, pretty baby contest, fireworks, assorted. vendors,
and much more. It's fun for the whole family.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or www.lewiscountyfair.com
or www.stonewallcountry.com
August 2008
The State Fair of West Virginia
August 8 - 16, 2008
Welcome to the 84th State Fair!
Check the information below for the latest news
or
scrollthe menu for information on this year’s event.
Exhibit entries are now being accepted. Check our
competitions page.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or 800 - CALL WVA or
http://www.statefairofwv.com/sf/index.htm
September 2008
Stonewall Jackson Heritage Arts and Crafts
Jubilee - August 29 to September 1, 2008
On the Grounds Of WVU Jackson's Mill
Directions: I-79 to Exit 99, then take US 33 West
into Weston, and turn North on US 19. Follow Us 19 to
Jackson Mill Road, then turn left, and follow the signs.
Daily admission and seasonal passes available; Hours
vary by day
Visit the largest juried arts and crafts show in
the state,
while you step back in time and experience some of the marvelous
heritage crafter's demonstrate their work and watch them show their
wares. Listen to the sweet sounds
of live heritage music performances, sip on an ice cold Sarsaparilla,
watch the hand blown glass demonstrations, witness what life was
like in the earlier years. Stroll
through Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson's childhood home,
tour the original grist mill, learn about the history of our country
through the eyes of living history reenactors.
For more information contact: Peggy Doyle @
304-269-1863, or 800-296-1863; www.jubileewv.com
or www.stonewallcountry.com
Jane Lew Volunteer Firemen's Arts and Crafts
Festival -August 29 to August 31, 2008
At the Jane Lew Fire Department in Jane Lew, WV.
Free Admission: Hours are 10:00 A. M. To 7:00 P.M.
Directions: I-79 to Exit 105, then west on Hackers
Creek Road to the Jane Lew Firehouse on left.
Over 200 talented crafter's gather to exhibit their
works.
The crafter's works utilize glass, wood, leather, dolls
dried & silk flowers, baskets, ceramics, soaps, candles, painting,
candy, honey, jams & jellies and much more.
Food vendors are also available. All proceeds go to the
Jane Lew Fire Department.
For more information contact: Ellen Ball @
304-457-3097 or Lewis County CVB @
304-269-7328 www.stonewallcountry.com
WVU Jackson's Mill Fall Craft Show
September 13, 2008
at WVU Jackson's Mill
This new event will help you get a head start on your Christmas
shopping. This is a non-juryed event and
everyone is welcome. More information to come so
keep checking back.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB @304-269-7328
or Jackson Mill @ 304-269-5100
or www.jacksonsmill.com
National Hunting and Fishing Days
September 27 - 28, 2008
at the Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park
This year events is a must for any hunter or fisherman! Featuring
everything from boat rides to kettle corn there
is something for every outdoors men here. Demonstration, exhibits,
retailers, food, contests, children's activities
and much more.
For more information contact: WVDNR
304-558-2771 or Lewis County CVB at
800-296-7329
October 2007
Corn Maze - Friday and Saturday
nights in October 2008
at WVU's Jackson Mill Weston, WV
Come get ready for Halloween at the Corn Maze. Fun
for all ages. hours are 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. This year
they will be adding a day-light age appropriate corn maze too. Check
back for more information on the day-light
maze soon.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or Jackson Mill @ 304-269-5100
or www.jacksonsmill.com
Fall Fest - October 24 - 26, 2008
On the grounds of the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic
Asylum
Come enjoy the Autumn and Halloween seasons at
one time this weekend. Haunted hayrides, hospital tours, music,
food, a chili cook-off and more will br here to
provide fun for all ages. Some activities will have
admission fees. Check our
Up to the Minute page for the event schedule.
For more information call contact: Lewis County
CVB @ 304-269-7328 or TALA @ 304-269-5070
and www.trans-alleghenylunaticasylum.com
November 2008
Weston's Annual Christmas Parade
November 28, 2008
Main Avenue Downtown Weston, WV at 6:00 P. M.
Come witness the Annual Lighting of the Dancing
Snowflakes, while spending this magical time of year
with family, friends and neighbors alike. A community
event for all ages.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or www.stonewallcountry.com
Jane Lew's Annual Christmas Parade
November 30, 2008
Downtown Jane Lew, WV at 2:00 P. M.
Come visit awhile and see our annual event with
all the trimmings. Happy Holidays to All.
For more information contact: Jane Lew Town
Hall
@ 304-884-7910 or www.stonewallcountry.com
December 2007
Winter Lights At Jackson's Mill -
December 5 and 6, 2008
Located on the ground of WVU Jackson's Mill both
evenings.
Directions: I-79 to Exit 99, then take US 33 West
into Weston, and turn North on US 19. Follow US 19 to
Jackson Mill Road, then turn left, and follow the signs.
This annual event includes a Friday evening buffet
and
light tours beginning at 5 p.m. Special seasonal activities
for children will be held at the mountain state building Saturday
starting at 5 p.m. Come join this wonderful old fashion event.
For more information contact: Lewis County CVB
@ 304-269-7328 or Jackson Mill @ 304-269-5100
or www.jacksonsmill.com
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