WV Family Magazine’s
Winter 2011-2012
Family-friendly Calendar
“Your Guide to Family-friendly Events in your community”
*Information about events are subject to change. Please use the listed contact information for more details on events.
Shepherdstown 250th Celebration Shepherdstown, WV. A yearlong celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of Shepherdstown, West Virginia’s oldest town. Visit www.shepherdstown250.com for more information.
Every Saturday - Saturday Morning Bowling Valley Worlds of Fun, Fairmont, WV. 9:00 a.m. – noon. Kids 12 years old and younger: Have fun and win prizes while learning tips to increase your scores! $6 per person (includes two games and shoe rentals).
Visit www.valleyworldsoffun.com for more information.
Sundays in December, January, February - Family Day at the Ice Arena Morgantown Ice Arena, Morgantown, WV. 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. A family of four skate for $10, with skate rental $20. Add additional family members for $2. Call (304)292-6865 for more information.
December 1 – January 8 Winter Festival of Lights at Oglebay Park, Wheeling, WV. A holiday light show featuring over a million lights with new displays added yearly. Visit www.oglebay-resort.com for more information.
December 2, 4, 9, 11 The Polar Express Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad, Elkins, WV. Departs at 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Ride the train while enjoying a read-along of The Polar Express. Meet Santa, enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat, and a gift for each child. Kids are encouraged to wear pajamas. Visit www.mountainrail.com for tickets or call 1-877-MTN-RAIL (686-7245).
December 3, 10, 17 Holiday Mini Golf River Bend Miniature Golf, Veterans Memorial Park, Clarksburg, WV. 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Come see the lights sponsored by City of Clarksburg Mayor’s Youth Group and play a round of golf (weather permitting). Adults $2.00/ Children $1.00.
Call 304-624-1655 for more information.
December 8-11 Children’s Theatre of Charleston presents “The Littlest Angel” Charleston Civic Center, Charleston, WV. Tickets available at the Box Office or at the door. $10 for children (ages 3-13), $12 for adults. This one-hour musical is an ideal holiday family event - humorous, touching, and inspirational. 304-346-0164.
December 9-11 18th Century Christmas Market Prickett’s Fort State Park, Fairmont, WV. Fri. & Sat. 10-4:30, Sun. 12-4:30
Beautifully handcrafted gifts, historic tours, artisans, live music, hot wassail. www.prickettsfort.org. 304-363-3030.
December 10, 17, 22 Seussical The Metropolitan Theatre, Morgantown, WV. 7:00 p.m. December 11, 18 at 2:00 p.m. Musical based on the works of Dr. Seuss. For more information visit www.wvpublictheatre.org.
December 10 Feast of the Seven Fishes Fairmont, WV. Celebrate the Italian Christmas Eve tradition at this one-day event that includes food, shopping, music, and cooking demos. Visit www.feastofthesevenfishesfestival.com for more information.
December 10 Give the Gift of WV Family. See page 26 for subscription form. Order soon and receive the Winter issue (Dec - Feb).
December 17, 18 “The Nutcracker” presented by The Augusta Youth Ballet Company The Law Center for the Performing Arts, West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon, WV. Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Call (304)372-8291 for tickets or information. Tickets also available at the door .
December 20 Hanukkah begins! For Hanukkah crafts visit www.enchantedlearning.com/crafts/hanukkah
December 25 Merry Christmas! For homemade Christmas gift ideas for teachers, go to www.familyfun.go.com/christmas/homemade-christmas-gifts/
December 26 – January 1 Happy Kwaanza! This African-American holiday celebrates history, culture, family, and community.
December 26 – 31 Annual Winterfest at Timberline Davis, WV. Celebrations on the slopes and in the lodge. Children’s programs daily. Skiing 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. www.timberlineresort.com for more information.
December 31 New Year’s Eve “Having a Ball” Tygart Lake State Park, Grafton, WV. Live music, dancing, dinner, door prizes. Children’s buffet available Saturday evening. Visit www.tygartlake.com for more information.
January 7 3rd Annual Little Princess Ball North Bend State Park, Cairo, West Virginia. Bring your little princess (ages 5-12) and enjoy dinner, a father/daughter dance, arts and crafts, and more! Call (304)643-2931 for more information.
January 8 Run to Read Half Marathon Prickett’s Fort State Park, Fairmont, WV. 2:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit Literacy Volunteers of Marion County. Visit www.runningintheusa.com/r2rhm/ for more information.
January 9 Spring Classes begin at Morgantown Dance Studio Morgantown, WV. Programs for all ages and all levels.
January 12-23 Registration for Spring Session Classes at WVU Community Music Program WVU, Morgantown, WV. Classes begin January 23.
January 18, 19 Shrek the Musical WVU Creative Arts Center, Morgantown, WV. 7:30 p.m. The hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre is brought to life on stage. Visit www.events.wvu.edu or call (304)293-SHOW (7469) for tickets .
January 21 Star Party Themed Activity National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Greenbank, WV. Star Party activities begin at dusk and themed activities will be held at 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. Visit www.nrao.edu/visitgb for more information.
January 29 Enrollment Open House at St. Francis de sales Central Catholic School, Morgantown, WV. Join us on Sunday, Jan. 29 from 1-4 p.m. for our Open House. 304-291-5070. www.stfrancismorgantown.com
January 31 Children’s Poetry Contest Deadline (see page 21 of Winter issue).
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month Developing good habits at a young age along with regular dentist visits help children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums .
February 2 Groundhog Day West Virginia Wildlife Center, French Creek, WV. French Creek Freddie forecasts the onset of Spring at 10:00 a.m. Afterwards, view the nearly 30 species of wildlife on display. There will be refreshments in the Gift Shop and admission is free! Visit www.wvdnr.gov for more information.
February 12 College Goal Sunday Free financial aid assistance at over 19 locations in WV. An opportunity for students and families to receive FREE confidential help with completing FAFSA. Go to www.cfwv.com for more details on locations, times, and what to bring with you.
February 14 Happy Valentine’s Day Go to www.hallmark.com/ecards for Valentine cards to email.
February 22 Walking the Dog Day On this day walking your dog is a must. If you don’t have a dog, you can join a friend while he or she walks their dog, or perform the “walk the dog” trick with a yo-yo!
February 23 – 26 Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic Charleston Civic Center, Charleston, WV. Tickets will go on sale Friday, December 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the Charleston Civic Center Box Office, www.Ticketmaster.com, or by phone 1-800-745-3000.
February 29 Leap Day Visit www.craftjr.com/leap-year-activities/ for leap year crafts and activities.
March 1-15 2012 Summer Camps & Programs Directory in West Virginia Family Magazine’s Spring issue will be on shelves. The parents’ guide to area camps & programs. Virtual Camp Fair will be available online.
*Calendar events and information about events are subject to change. Please use the listed contact information
for more details on events.
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