Events By Month

To see a complete list of events in the Greater Parkersburg area for a particular month, click on the appropriate month.  New events are added on a regular basis, so check back later if a particular event is not listed.  For details on how to submit an event for possible listing, click on Submit Events.        

While every effort has been made to insure the accuracy of the information, we suggest confirming the details before making final plans.     

November

9/15/2008 - 11/17/2008
Ballroom Dance Lessons
St. Ambrose Church Function Hall, Belpre/Porterfield, OH
On Monday evenings Peter Ianniciello and Susan Stout will be conducting a 10-week program in both American and Latin dance styles for beginners. Class 1 - American 7:00PM - 8:00PM Class 2 - Latin 8:15PM - 9:15PM.
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Admission: $100 per couple | Sponsored by: Ahia House LLC | Phone: 740 749-0096

9/15/2008 - 11/17/2008
Ballroom Dance Lessons
St. Ambrose Church Function Hall, Belpre/Porterfield, OH
On Monday evenings Peter Ianniciello and Susan Stout will be conducting a 10-week program in both American and Latin dance styles for beginners. Class 1 - American 7:00PM - 8:00PM Class 2 - Latin 8:15PM - 9:15PM.
Time: 8:15 PM - 9:15 PM | Admission: $100 per couple | Sponsored by: Ahia House LLC | Phone: 740 749-0096

11/1/2008
Model Railroad Club Annual Show and Sale
WVU-P, Parkersburg, WV
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club | Phone: 304 428-6143

11/1/2008 - 11/6/2008
Annual Christmas Preview
Mulberry Lane Country Store, Parkersburg, WV
Special savings on boxed Christmas cards, everything new for Christmas 2008 preview, free gift and free food tastings
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Mulberry Lane Country Store | Phone: 304 428-1949

11/1/2008 - 11/28/2008
Exhibit by Sheila Caim
WesBanco, Market St., Parkersburg, WV
Photography
Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: WesBanco Parkersburg | Phone: 304 480-2655

11/1/2008 - 11/29/2008
The Art of Michael Dickenson
The Castle, Marietta, OH
Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: The Castle | Phone: 740 373-4180

11/2/2008
Magical Night of Giving
Grand Central Mall, Vienna, WV
Exclusive savings, amazing door parizes and family entertainment.
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $5 donation | Sponsored by: Grand Central Mall | Phone: 304 485-4465

11/2/2008
Sunday Brunch
St. Ambrose Church Function Hall, Belpre/Porterfield, OH
Come join us and enjoy fine food, music, and dancing. Chef Rebecca Hennen will present a buffet of varied breakfast and lunch dishes freshly prepared for your dining pleasure. The Doug Hess Big Band will play for your listening and dancing pleasure.
Time: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM | Admission: $15 adults, $12 children | Sponsored by: Ahia House LLC | Phone: 740 749-0096

11/4/2008
Artful Knitting Classes
Riverside Artists Gallery, Marietta, OH
Knit some holiday gifts! Learn the basics from starting to finishing your yarn creation. 2 session workshop, Tuesdays. $8.00 supply fee.
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $40 | Sponsored by: Riverside Artists Gallery | Phone: 740 373-8447

11/4/2008
October Sky
Smoot Theatre, Parkersburg, WV
Film based on Homer Hickam's book. Admission is a food donation for McDowell County's food pantries.
Time: 7:30 PM | Event website | Admission: Food donation | Sponsored by: Smoot Theatre | Phone: 304 422-7529

11/4/2008
Open Craft Nights
The Woolen Willow, Williamstown, WV
Time: 6:00 PM | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: The Woolen Willow | Phone: 304 375-9665

11/5/2008
Coal Camp Memories
Smoot Theatre, Parkersburg, WV
Karen Varanch's one-woman show.
Time: 7:30 PM | Event website | Admission: $10 adult, $7 student | Sponsored by: Smoot Theatre | Phone: 304 422-7529

11/5/2008
Coal Camp Memories
Smoot Theatre, Parkersburg, WV
Karen Varanch's one-woman show.
Time: 12:30 PM | Event website | Admission: $10 adult, $7 student | Sponsored by: Smoot Theatre | Phone: 304 422-7529

11/6/2008 - 11/7/2008
Parkersburg Farmers' Marketplace
Bicentennial Plaza (3rd & Market Sts), Parkersburg, WV
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Area Roundtable | Phone: 304 422-5650

11/7/2008
Fenton Glassmaking School
Fenton Art Glass, Williamstown, WV
Wow, you can actually make your own glass and memories to treasure!
Time: 6:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Admission: $250 | Sponsored by: Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop | Phone: 304 375-7772 x 299

11/7/2008
Kathy Mattea's Coal Moves Mountains
Smoot Theatre, Parkersburg, WV
Time: 8:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $40 adult, $30 student | Sponsored by: Smoot Theatre | Phone: 304 422-7529

11/7/2008 - 11/8/2008
"It's the REEL Thing"
Actors Guild Playhouse, Parkersburg, WV
Enjoy a frolic through the music of the silver screen from the 1930s to the present.
Time: 8:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $15 adults, $12 Students | Sponsored by: Actors Guild of Parkersburg | Phone: 304 485-1300

11/8/2008
Christmas Open House
The Woolen Willlow and The Painted Cupboard, Williamstown, WV
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: The Painted Cupboard | Phone: 304 375-7870

11/8/2008
Christmas Open House
The Woolen Willow, Williamstown, WV
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: The Woolen Willow | Phone: 304 375-9665

11/8/2008
Gingerbread House Workshops
The Castle, Marietta, OH
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Admission: $15 | Sponsored by: The Castle | Phone: 740 373-4180

11/8/2008
Master Craftsmen Event
Fenton Art Glass, Williamstown, WV
Attend a one hour master craftsman seminar featuring Dave Fetty or one of his apprentices at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM or noon. Space is limited, reservations required. Call 800-319-7793 x 327 or 283 for reservations. Due to occasional production issues, scheduled events are subject to change.
Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop | Phone: 304 375-7772 x 311

11/9/2008
Fall Concert
First United Methodist Church, Parkersburg, WV
Time: 3:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Donation | Sponsored by: Parkersburg Choral Society | Phone: 304 422-6117

11/9/2008
Trees Of Our Heritage Reception
Blennerhassett Museum, Parkersburg, WV
A reception will be held at the museum from 1 PM - 3 PM featuring entertainment by area groups and musicians. Victorian Society will provide refreshments and our Victorian Father Christmas will be available for children.
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park | Phone: 304 420-4800

11/9/2008 - 12/31/2008
Trees Of Our Heritage
Blennerhassett Museum, Parkersburg, WV
View a display of decorated Christmas trees from various countries.
Event website | Admission: $4 adult, $2 child | Sponsored by: Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park | Phone: 304 420-4800

11/11/2008
Artful Crocheting Classes
Riverside Artists Gallery, Marietta, OH
Crocheting is fast and simple to learn...so make gifts for the holidays! 2-session workshop, Tuesdays. $8.00 supply fee.
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $40 | Sponsored by: Riverside Artists Gallery | Phone: 740 373-8447

11/13/2008
Santa's Arrival
Grand Central Mall, Vienna, WV
Gather round Santa's Chair for a reading of "Twas the Night Before Christmas". The first 200 children will receive their own copy!
Time: 6:30 PM | Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Grand Central Mall | Phone: 304 485-4465

11/13/2008 - 11/14/2008
Parkersburg Farmers' Marketplace
Bicentennial Plaza (3rd & Market Sts), Parkersburg, WV
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Area Roundtable | Phone: 304 422-5650

11/14/2008
"An Evening with Brent Michael Davids"
WVU-P, Parkersburg, WV
Brent Michael Davids is an enrolled citizen of the Mohican Nation who composes and performs music based on his indigenous heritage.
Time: 7:30 PM | Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: WVU - Parkersburg | Phone: 304 424-8000

11/14/2008
Awaken
Awakening Cafe, Parkersburg, WV
Join us in our new downtown cafe for music and fellowship.
Time: 7:00 PM | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Awakening Cafe | Phone: 304 893-5911

11/14/2008
Downtown Artists Walk
Riverside Artists Gallery, Marietta, OH
Artist Noah Trembly, digital art
Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Riverside Artists Gallery | Phone: 740 376-0797

11/14/2008
Kid's Club - Sheila the Great
Smoot Theatre, Parkersburg, WV
Time: 7:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $9 adult, $6 youth | Sponsored by: Smoot Theatre | Phone: 304 422-7529

11/14/2008
Merchants & Artists Walk
Downtown Marietta, Marietta, OH
Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Marietta Area Merchants Association | Phone: 740-373-7631

11/14/2008 - 11/15/2008
"It's the REEL Thing"
Actors Guild Playhouse, Parkersburg, WV
Enjoy a frolic through the music of the silver screen from the 1930s to the present.
Time: 8:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $15 adults, $12 Students | Sponsored by: Actors Guild of Parkersburg | Phone: 304 485-1300

11/15/2008
Dinner Theater
North Bend State Park, Cairo, WV
Join Karen Vuranch for an evening of dinner and entertainment.
Time: 6:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $40 per person | Sponsored by: North Bend State Park | Phone: 304 643-2931

11/16/2008
"It's the REEL Thing"
Actors Guild Playhouse, Parkersburg, WV
Enjoy a frolic through the music of the silver screen from the 1930s to the present.
Time: 2:30 PM | Event website | Admission: $15 adults, $12 Students | Sponsored by: Actors Guild of Parkersburg | Phone: 304 485-1300

11/18/2008
Artful Crocheting Classes
Riverside Artists Gallery, Marietta, OH
Crocheting is fast and simple to learn...so make gifts for the holidays! 2-session workshop, Tuesdays. $8.00 supply fee.
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $40 | Sponsored by: Riverside Artists Gallery | Phone: 740 373-8447

11/18/2008
Open Craft Nights
The Woolen Willow, Williamstown, WV
Time: 6:00 PM | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: The Woolen Willow | Phone: 304 375-9665

11/20/2008 - 11/21/2008
Parkersburg Farmers' Marketplace
Bicentennial Plaza (3rd & Market Sts), Parkersburg, WV
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Area Roundtable | Phone: 304 422-5650

11/21/2008
Chicago Blues Party
Lafayette Hotel, Marietta, OH
Time: 8:30 PM | Admission: $15 members $20 non-members | Sponsored by: Lafayette Hotel | Phone: 740 373-5522

11/21/2008
River Cities Symphony Orchestra - Fall Concert t
Smoot Theatre, Parkersburg, WV
Time: 8:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $15 adults $8 students | Sponsored by: River Cities Symphony Orchestra | Phone: 304 485-7068

11/21/2008 - 11/22/2008
"It's the REEL Thing"
Actors Guild Playhouse, Parkersburg, WV
Enjoy a frolic through the music of the silver screen from the 1930s to the present.
Time: 8:00 PM | Event website | Admission: $15 adults, $12 Students | Sponsored by: Actors Guild of Parkersburg | Phone: 304 485-1300

11/21/2008 - 11/22/2008
"The Fox"
WVU-P, Parkersburg, WV
Allen Miller's adaptation of D. H. Lawrence's novella presented by the Theatre Dept, at the College Theatre. For information please call 424-8295.
Time: 8:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: WVU - Parkersburg | Phone: 304 424-8000

11/22/2008
Decorating Workshop
Fenton Art Glass, Williamstown, WV
Decorate and customize your very own Fenton Christmas ornament or year-round suncatcher. Express your creativity in this unique hands-on experience at 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM. Space is limited, reservations required. Call 800-319-7793 x 327 or 283 for reservations. Due to occasional production issues, scheduled events are subject to change.
Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop | Phone: 304 375-7772 x 299

11/22/2008
Holiday In The Park Opening Ceremonies
City Park, Parkersburg, WV
Time: 6:00 PM | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Holiday In The Park | Phone: 304 480-2655

11/22/2008 - 12/31/2008
Holiday In The Park Light Displays
City Park and Southwood Park, Parkersburg, WV
Colorful array of animated and still holiday light displays by various businesses and individuals depicting the Christmas season.
Admission: Donation | Sponsored by: Holiday In The Park | Phone: 304 480-2655

11/23/2008
"The Fox"
WVU-P, Parkersburg, WV
Allen Miller's adaptation of D. H. Lawrence's novella presented by the Theatre Dept, at the College Theatre. For information please call 424-8295.
Time: 2:30 PM | Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: WVU - Parkersburg | Phone: 304 424-8000

11/23/2008
Artist - Trees VI
Parkersburg,Art Center, Parkersburg, WV
The Art Center's annual exhibition of Christmas trees, trimmed as if by famous artists. What would Picasso's tree look like? DaVinci's? Painless art history for all ages.
Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Parkersburg Art Center | Phone: 304 485-3859

11/23/2008 - 12/31/2008
Opening Reception - The Jingle Bell Shop
Parkersburg Art Center, Parkersburg, WV
Great hand-made Christmas items and gifts in the Jingle Bell Shop. Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10AM to 5PM, November 23rd through December 31st, in the Esbenshade Gallery.
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Parkersburg Art Center | Phone: 304 485-3859

11/23/2008 - 12/31/2008
The 7th WV Art and Craft Guild Competition Exhibit
Parkersburg Art Center, Parkersburg, WV
Openting Reception and Awards Presentation for the WV Art and Craft Guild 7th Competition is Sunday, Nov. 23rd from 1-4PM.
Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Parkersburg Art Center | Phone: 304 485-3859

11/27/2008 - 1/1/2009
Belpre Holiday Festival of Lights
Belpre, OH
Time: 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM | Admission: Donation | Sponsored by: Belpre Chamber of Commerce | Phone: 740 423-8934

11/28/2008
Day After Thanksgiving Sale
Middleton Doll Company, Belpre, OH
Early Bird Special: 7:00AM to 10:00AM 50% off - 10:00AM to 7:00PM 30% off.
Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Middleton Doll Company | Phone: 740 423-3128

11/28/2008 - 12/1/2008
Thanksgiving Weekend Sale
Fenton Art Glass, Williamstown, WV
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop | Phone: 304 375-7772 x 299

11/28/2008 - 12/4/2008
Christmas Open House
Mulberry Lane Country Store, Parkersburg, WV
Mulberry Lane's Christmas wonderland is all decked out for the season, free gift, free food tastings and free gift wrapping
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Mulberry Lane Country Store | Phone: 304 428-1949

11/29/2008
Decorating Workshop
Fenton Art Glass, Williamstown, WV
Decorate and customize your very own Fenton Christmas ornament or year-round suncatcher. Express your creativity in this unique hands-on experience at 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM. Space is limited, reservations required. Call 800-319-7793 x 327 or 283 for reservations. Due to occasional production issues, scheduled events are subject to change.
Event website | Admission: Call for info | Sponsored by: Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop | Phone: 304 375-7772 x 299

11/29/2008
Holiday Lights Parade
Belpre, OH
Lights parade kicks-off the holiday light display in Civitan Park that runs Thanksgiving through New Year's.
Time: 6:00 PM | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: Belpre Historical Society | Phone: 740 423-7382

11/30/2008
Holiday Salon Series - "From Out of the Past"
The Castle, Marietta, OH
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Admission: $15 adults, $10 students | Sponsored by: The Castle | Phone: 740 373-4180

10/30/2009 - 11/30/2009
Exhibit by Patricia Reed
WesBanco, Market St. Parkersburg, WV
Oils
Event website | Admission: Free | Sponsored by: WesBanco Parkersburg | Phone: 304 480-2655

 
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