| GED CLASSES - GED classes are available once again in both Gilmer and Calhoun counties. Calhoun County classes will be held at the Career Center on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11:00 to 3:00. Gilmer County classes will be held at St. Marks Church on Tuesday and Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30. (St. Marks is located one mile from Glenville, across the street from the new fire station.) Due to changes in the GED program, the GED test is now free. However, candidates must first pass an OPT Practice Test prior to taking the full-length GED test. If you cannot attend a GED class to do this, please call 304-354-6151 and we will schedule a time for you to take the practice test.
BE A BAND BOOSTER SPONSOR - The CCMHS Band Booster's are looking for volunteers to work the booth at the following home games: September 10th and 24th; October 1st, 15th and 29th. Any help and support would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Donna LaGrone 304-354-6556 or Angela Jones 304-354-7794.
WASH-WAX-DETAIL FUNDRAISER - The SkillsUSA club at Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center will be washing, waxing, and detailing automobiles for a fundraiser to send students to Skills competition for the upcoming year. The price is $25 for wash, $25 for a wax, or $25 for a inside detail ($75 for a complete wash, wax, and inside detail.) For appointments please call (304)354-6151.
NEW ZUMBA FITNESS CLASSES OFFERED - (e. 9/15/10) Lisa Walker instructor for ZUMBA®fitness has added classes to the regular line-up offered at Calhoun County Park's Herbert Smith Community Building. The new schedule includes Monday's at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. and Thursday 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Call Lisa at 304-354-0412 for more information.
ZUMBA CLASS AT UPPER WEST FORK PARK - (e. 9/15/10) Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. Perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Contact Missy at (304)690-1703 or email my2suns@frontier.com for more info.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9
CALHOUN HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING - The Society will meet Thursday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. at Heritage Village for their regular monthly meeting. Members are encouraged to come early if possible to help prepare the village for Calhoun Days.
CCCOA FITNESS CENTER OPEN - The CCCOA Fitness Center, at the Grantsville Senior Center is open to the public every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m. Cost is $2 a session or $15 a month.
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 10
CALHOUN DAYS BEGIN- September 10th and 11th at Calhoun County Park, free admission, reenactment of the Battle of Sycamore, Civil War encampments, cornhole tourney, bluegrass and country music, vendors-crafters, tours of Heritage Village, and many other events. Fun for the entire family. Info call 304-354-0032 or 304-354-0148.
BIG OTTER COMMUNITY CENTER MUSIC - Allegheny Outback will perform at the Big Otter Community Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m.
RANDY'S AUCTION - At the Upper West Fork Park, Friday, September 10 beginning at 7 p.m.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11
FAMILY HISTORY CENTER CLOSED - The Calhoun Historical Society's Family History Center Museum in Grantsville will not be open Friday, Sept. 11. Historical Society members will be participating in Calhoun Days at Calhoun Park. Heritage Village will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday for tours, starting around 11:00 and closing in late afternoon. Members will be wearing period costumes. Apple butter will be made by Jim McCormick in the village on Saturday. New items for sale include straw hats of various styles.
3-D ARCHERY TOURNAMENT - Burning Springs WV. Bowhunter class only September 11. 1st, 2nd, 3rd place trophies. $10.00 entry fee. Registration 8 a.m.-2 p.m. For more info call Keith 304-275-8708, 304-275-1114 or Kevin 304-275-6628.
RICHARDS REUNION - Descendants of the late Henderson and Bertha Richards will have a reunion Saturday, September 11 at North Bend State Park. A picnic lunch will be served at shelter #1. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the day. For more info call 304-354-7484 or 304-489-2754.
LEXIE & DOLLY MILLER REUNION - Saturday, September 11 at 1:00 p.m. at Sportsman Park in Elizabeth. Shelter down by the pavilion. If anyone has any questions call Sharon Arthur 304-588-2012. Please bring a covered dish, dessert, drink and a chair.
OX ROAST - Annual Ox Roast at Burnt House Community Building, Saturday, Sept. 11 beginning at 4:00 p.m. Menu: Ox Roast Sandwich, Baked Potatoes, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Dessert and Drink.
ENON BAPTIST CHURCH HOMECOMING - Saturday, September 11. Evening meal served at 5 p.m. The Gospelaires from Parkersburg will sing at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Judy Morton 304-354-7703.
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12
SPRUCE HOLLOW HOMECOMING - Spruce Hollow Community Church, located on Yellow Creek Road, will have their annual church homecoming on Sunday, September 12. For details see Church News
PLEASANT HILL UM CHURCH HOMECOMING - The Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church will celebrate Homecoming on Sunday, September 12th. Please join us as The Faith Harmony Boys sing at 11 a.m. followed by a covered dish dinner. We invite everyone in the community to attend.
STALNAKER REUNION - The annual Stalnaker Reunion will be held, Sunday, September 12 at Parkersburg City Park beginning at 11:00 a.m. The descendants, family and friends of the late William A. and Louverna Chenoweth Stalnaker will gather with dinner starting at 1:30 p.m. Please bring a covered side dish or dessert. Meat, table service and drinks will be provided. Please contact Sara Stalnaker 304-489-3650 or sarastalnaker@yahoo.com for further information or directions. The reunion is being moved after many years in Calhoun County so please help spread the word.
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 13
FOOD HANDLER'S CLASS - For Community. Monday, September 13th beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Steer Creek Church of Christ Fellowship Hall (located in Stumptown, 3.5 miles up Rosedale Road on right) Class offered through the Gilmer County Health Department. No fee, donations are accepted.
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 15
FALL POTTERY CLASS BEGINS - Pottery classes will be held at the Grantsville Senior Center on Wednesdays, September 15, 22, and 29 from 10-11 a.m. Plan to attend all sessions fall pottery project. Classes include, pot, tender, paints, glazes, brushes, firing and instruction. To sign-up or for additional details call the CCCOA at 304-354-7017 or 304-354-7822.
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 17
BIG OTTER COMMUNITY CENTER MUSIC - High Mountain will perform at the Big Otter Community Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 18
MT. PISGAH BAPTIST CHURCH ANNIVERSARY - See Church News for details
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 19
SEARS REUNION - At the Upper West Fork Park, Sunday, September 19. Dinner at 12-noon. Everyone welcome to come and enjoy the day. for more info call 304-655-8900 or 304-286-3375.
SEPTEMBER 23-25
WEST VIRGINIA MOLASSES FESTIVAL - Arnoldsburg. Community event, molasses making and fair.
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 26
MT. PISGAH BAPTIST CHURCH ANNIVERSARY - See Church News for details
SATURDAY OCTOBER 2
HENSLEY REUNION - In honor of Aaron (born 1806) and Nancy (King) Hensley and descendants, a family reunion is planned for Saturday, October 2, 2010, beginning at noon at the Big Otter Community Center, located on Rt 16, approximately 2 miles south of Rt 79 near Ivydale.
After the death of Nancy, Aaron married Mary (Arnold) Knotts, widow of Joseph Knotts in 1857. Please bring a covered dish; eating utensils and beverages will be provided. We welcome and encourage guests to bring old photos, family relics, and family stories to share. Genealogical information will be made available to those interested. For further information, contact Mardell Nevans wilmanevans@yahoo.com or
Don Hensley, 13383 Sugarbush Ave. Mogadore, OH 44260 dhens101@aol.com
SUNDAY OCTOBER 3
WIRT COUNTY FFA BBQ - The Wirt County Future Farmers of America will have a Beef BBQ Sunday, October 3rd at Wirt County High School cafeteria from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Funds raised will go to pay kids way to the national FFA convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.
FREE HUNTERS EDUCATION CLASSES - The Division of Natural Resources will be giving free Hunter's Education Classes in Calhoun County at the Calhoun-Gilmer Career Center. Class will be held on October 5, 7 and 8 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. each evening. Students are required to attend all three nights to complete the course and receive their card. For complete details see Hunter's Education Classes
SATURDAY OCTOBER 14-17
WV BLACK WALNUT FESTIVAL - Spencer Celebration.
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