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WV Birth to Three Region 2
Do you know an infant or toddler who is not
Moving • Hearing • Seeing • Learning or • Talking like others their age?
Every child deserves a great start and WV Birth to Three supports families to help their children grow and learn.
Our services are provided at NO COST to all families of eligible children. For more information on how we can help call:
1-866-401-8919 or 304-485-2000
Facebook and Websites
WV Birth to Three, Region 2 www.facebook.com/WVBirthToThreeRegion2
FACES (Families and Communities Embracing Support)
Parent Networking & Support Group www.facebook.com/familiesandcommunitiesembracingsupport
The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley The Arc of the United States
www.thearcmov.org www.thearc.org
Daylight Savings Begins March 12 Remember to set your clock forward 1 hour.
Counties: Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Pleasants, Ritchie, Wirt, Wood County
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Webinars Please download all materials prior to the training. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. Check out the http://www.wvdhhr.org/birth23/ for
upcoming webinars and registration. https://attendee.gototraining.com/6lk18/catalog/556495101083161600?tz=America/New_York is the direct
link. Orientation to WV Birth to Three Have you ever wondered about working for WV Birth to Three? What are the requirements? Participants will learn the legal and philosophical foundations of Part C of IDEA, how early intervention is implemented in West Virginia, and expectations for practitioners providing services within WV Birth to Three. The training includes an overview of family centered services, the IFSP process, procedural safeguards (family rights), required system components, personnel standards, and enrollment procedures. March 1 6-9 pm Parent Panel- Parent Perspectives on Raising a Child on the Autism Spectrum Hearing a family’s story can be a powerful experience for providers and other families who may find themselves experiencing similar feelings and encountering the same situations. Because families of children with ASD have so many different life experiences, they are in a special position to inform providers and other families about what their journey has been like – the joys, the fun, the stresses and the sorrows. Four families of children with ASD will each share their story in this webinar. Their children range in age from 3 to 13 years and each has a unique perspective to share regarding their family’s story. Families and providers are encouraged to attend and ample time for questions will be provided at the end of the webinar. March 9th 1-3 pm WV Birth to Thee Lunch and Learn- Camp Gizmo Ever wondered what Camp Gizmo is all about? Camp Gizmo is a unique opportunity for WV families who have children birth to age 8 with significant and multiple developmental needs. Families, professionals, and college students join together to learn about assistive technology and how AT can support "focus" children and families. All participants experience labs and workshops during the 5 day camp, and work closely together in teams to support focus families. Join us for the Lunch and Learn at noon on March 22, 2017 to learn more about Camp Gizmo. Information will be shared about the application process, activities during camp and what to expect if you are attending. March 22 Noon- 1pm
Resources Shared by All Counties American Red Cross Seven times a day, someone in the country dies in a home fire. The American Red Cross has launched a nationwide campaign to reduce this number. To schedule an appointment for the Red Cross to install free smoke alarms in your home please call 1-844-216-8286. Babies R Us
Baby’s First Birthday Event Saturday, March 11, 11am-12pm Is your baby turning one soon? Join Babies “R” Us in the store to celebrate this milestone with free activities, giveaways and inspiration for planning baby’s big day. Plus, meet local parents—and their babies, too!
Ready, Set, Registry Event Saturday, March 4, 10am-11am You can create or update your registry with personalized help, learn about the newest must-haves, meet & mingle with other parents-to-be...plus, enjoy games, giveaways and raffles! Reservations preferred, but walk-ins are always welcome. Beginning in March, our Ready Set Registry events will be held the first Saturday of every month. So if you can’t make it to this one, join us at the next one instead!
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Baby’s First Easter Event Saturday, March 25, 11am-12pm Come celebrate with us in store! Bring your little bunny in for fun, free activities, including crafts, ideas for creating Baby’s First Easter basket, giveaways and photo-ops! Reservations preferred, but walk-ins are always welcome. Sponsored by Pampers.
Bob Evans Join Bob Evans Mail and receive a free stack of hotcakes and more offers. You can also sign your child up for their Birthday Club to receive a free kid’s meal each year on their Birthday once you have joined. https://www.bobevans.com/
Camp Gizmo What is Camp Gizmo? A five day, hands-on camp where parents, professionals, and students learn how assistive technology can help young children (birth-8 years) with significant and multiple developmental needs. When & Where is Camp Gizmo? Typically camp is held July 8-12 on the campus of the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind in Romney, WV. Who should come and what do we do? Families, professionals, college students, and others who want to learn more about assistive technology. A limited number of "focus" children will be accepted and assigned a team of professionals who help families identify and apply new strategies for solving their multiple assistive technology needs. (Preference will be given to children who have not previously attended camp.) Professionals and other caregivers involved with these children are encouraged to attend the camp. Labs and workshops will be available to Camp participants daily. Parents attend workshops on subjects that will help them better meet the needs of their child. Professionals and students attend workshops of interest that meet professional/educational needs or assist the "focus" family. Teams will meet daily to observe, discuss and implement strategies for the "focus" child. Do children attend? Kids camp will be held in conjunction with Camp Gizmo. All children attending the camp with focus families or other participants will participate in Kids Camp educational and recreational activities. Kids Camp is a safe, fun camp experience for children with or without disabilities. Can I receive CEU credit? Yes, graduate credit, WV Birth to Three contact hours and others. Camp Gizmo is funded by the WV Dept of Ed/Office of Special Programs, WVDHHR/Bureau for Public Health/Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health/WV Birth to Three and WVDHHR/Bureau for Children and Families/Division of Early Care and Education and in-kind support is provided by WVATS, WVU Center of Excellence in Disabilities, National Seating and Mobility and Assistive Technology Works, Inc. Support and coordination provided by WV Early Childhood Training Connections and Resources. http://www.wvearlychildhood.org/Camp_Gizmo.html How much does it cost? Camp Gizmo is an interagency funded learning week. Registration includes meals, sleeping accommodations, and Kids Camp. Participant costs:
Focus Families: $50 - child and two parents/$25 - each additional family member
Other Camp participants: $75 per person/$25 each additional family member For more information, please contact:
Ginger Huffman WV Department of Education 1 (800) 642-8541
Pam Roush WV Birth to Three 1 (800) 642-9704
LeAnn Murray WVECTCR 1 (888) 983-2827 or [email protected]
Captain D’s
Kid´s Day (participating locations only) KIDS EAT FREE on Thursday at Captain D's. Get two free Kid's meals with any adult entree purchase at regular price, dine in only.
A kid’s birthday is a day to be celebrated! Have your child sign up below for the Kids Birthday Club and he or she will receive a special birthday greeting and a FREE Kids Meal on their birthday. The Kids Birthday Club is only available for kids 12 years of age and younger. http://www.captainds.com/join-kids-club/
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Sign up to join our D’s Club and become a Captain D’s Seafood Restaurant insider. We’ll send you special coupons and exclusive offers, and we’ll make sure you’re the first to know about new promotions and our latest seafood menu offerings. And, don’t forget—just for signing up we’ll send you a coupon to enjoy a free dessert once a week for a month with the purchase of a regular price meal. http://www.captainds.com/join-ds-club/
Celebrating Connections “Making Every Connection Matter’ Connecting with early childhood professionals for 20 years! Celebrating Connections April 4-7, 2017 in Charleston, WV. Keynote speakers are Dr. Rebecca Isbell and Red Grammer. Listen...To dynamic national, state and local speakers who will motivate and entertain you. Learn...Knowledge that will bring you up-to-date on current early care and education practices. Enjoy...Stimulating conversation while exchanging ideas with other professionals. For more information, please contact: LeAnn Murray611 Seventh Avenue, Suite 322 Huntington, WV 25701 Phone: (304) 529-7603 - (888) 983-2827 Extension: 410 Fax: (304) 529-2535 E-mail: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/CelebratingConnectionsConference/ Chick-fil-A Parkersburg, WV Family Night in Vienna WV is every Tuesday from 5-7pm. During Family Night, we offer a FREE Kid's Meal (4 count Nugget, Fry, drink & prize) with each Adult Meal purchase. (Each store family Night may vary)
We typically send out a FREE offer monthly. To join the program start a new message, in the body of the text enter CFAPKSBG and send it to #411247.
Chick-fil-A New Point family night is Thursday. Headstart The Appalachian Council Head Start is accepting applications for 3 & 4 year olds in Wood, Calhoun, Doddridge, Pleasants, Tyler and Wirt counties for school year 2016-2017 or 2017-2018. If you have any questions feel free to call 1-877-490-5437 ext. 3019.
The Head start Health Advisory Board will meet March 1st at 10 am at the Cedar Lakes Center in Ripley. Home Depot FREE hands-on workshops designed for children ages 5 - 12 offered the 1st Saturday of every month at all The Home Depot stores between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop. Click here to register online http://workshops.homedepot.com/workshops/kids-workshops
Build a Rain Gauge: Saturday, March 4 Time: 9 a.m.- Noon Join our hands-on workshop and you and your child can build a rain gauge house, so you and your budding scientist can measure the rain dropped by spring storms. Once the gauge is built, your child can paint their project to personalize it.
Build a Bunny Basket Join our hands-on workshop and you and your child can build a bunny basket, perfect for keeping Easter treats a short hop away. Once the basket is built, your child can decorate it with paint and stickers. April 1 from 9 a.m.- Noon
Adult Workshops http://workshops.homedepot.com/workshops/home National Pancake Day (IHOP) FREE PANCAKES Tuesday, March 7 Every year IHOP gives away free pancakes on National Pancake Day. The pancakes are completely free with no purchase required. Although not required, you will be asked to give a donation to the Children's Miracle Network in any amount you'd like. Our 2017 goal is to reach $9,000 locally and $3.5 million nationwide in donations. Come join us on March 7th between 7am-11pm. We look forward to celebrating National Pancake Day 2017 with you! Time: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Logan’s Roadhouse Kid’s eat Free every Wednesday For guests 12 and under. One kids meal per adult entree purchase. Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount including 2 Full Meals or Happy Hour. All kids meals come with a choice of one side & drink. http://logansroadhouse.com/lp/kids-eat-free/ Read Across America Day The National Education Association's Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on Monday March 2, 2016, the birthday of beloved children's author Dr. Seuss. Steak and Shake
Kids eat free all weekend 1 Free kids plate for every $8 spent. Excludes drinks and shakes. Dine in only. Children 12 and under. (Participating Stores only, please call if you have questions.)
Shakes and Drinks ½ price from 2-5 p.m. on weekdays
E-Club Do you want to be the first to know about special offers, new products and money-saving coupons from Steak ‘n Shake? Simply fill out the form to sign up for our exclusive eClub. When you join, we'll send you the latest deals on your favorite foods, straight to your inbox. http://www.steaknshake.com/eclub/
o Fill in your birthday and any other special anniversary date, and we'll even send you a little something extra on those dates to help you celebrate. It's just our way of saying thanks for being a loyal customer!
o Do you have children under the age of 18? Steak 'n Shake has a fun kids club just for them! Fill in their details and they'll receive special postcards from Steak 'n Shake
Toys R Us
Celebrate in the Store ~ March 4th ~ 4/1 from 3-4 p.m. Geoffrey’s Birthday Club members receive special surprises with coupon, including a Free Geoffrey Plush toy and storybook. Super-fun activities like Storytime, featuring The Legend of Geoffrey children’s book!
Join Geoffrey’s Birthday Club for Free! Every year, Club members receive https://rewardsrus.toysrus.com/index.cfm/main/enroll :
o Birthday Card & Gift from Geoffrey Check the mail! Your child will get a special birthday card and a gift from Geoffrey every year, until he or she turns 10!
o Birthday Phone Call from Geoffrey Surprise your child by opting in to receive a birthday greeting from everyone‘s favorite giraffe, Geoffrey!
o Extra-Special In-Store Recognition Bring your birthday child into the store to receive a birthday crown, Geoffrey balloon and a personalized announcement broadcast to the entire store!
o PLUS...NEW! Your child will receive monthly invitations to members-only birthday events, where they’ll join us for fun activities, including Storytime, featuring The Legend of Geoffrey storybook. Each child will take home their very own copy of the book, plus a Geoffrey plush toy!
Calhoun County Calhoun County FRN meets March 6 at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be at the Calhoun DHHR conference room. The address is 85 Industrial Park, Grantsville WV 26147. They meet the first Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Families are welcome and encouraged to attend. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Calhoun-Family-Resource-Network/166200736866903
Calhoun County Substance Abuse Coalition The Calhoun County Substance Abuse meets after the FRN meeting which is the first Monday of every month. If school is cancelled the meeting is also.
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Mix-It-Up Bingo, Arnoldsburg Elementary School, 6 p.m. March 11 Calhoun County pre-k registration will be held April 21 at Pleasants Hill from 9-3 p.m. and April 28 at Arnoldsburg from 9-3 p.m.
Employees from WV Birth to Three will be available during the Calhoun County Pre-K Registration to provide ASQ developmental screenings for Infants 1 month-Toddlers 36 months
Appointments are available by contacting 304-485-2000
Developmental Milestones will be available Calhoun County Public Library
Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library for more information or visit www.imaginationlibrary.wv.gov Calhoun County (304) 354-6300
Mobile Outreach and Wellness Works Food Pantry can help you stretch your food budget. The pantry provides a 3-5 day supply of healthy food, nutrition and health information, as well as tips and recipes. Households may need to be at or below 150% of the poverty guideline (net income) for some foods. The can help you enroll for SNAP benefits and do renewals for more information call (304) 989- 4511 They are in Calhoun County at the West Fork Community Center every 1st Tuesday from 1-3:30 pm When you go to one of their pantries, you get your own personal shopper to help you make your food selections. They also have free samples (sometimes) and will provide you with the recipe and ingredients to make that item.
Doddridge County Doddridge County FRN The March 2017 Doddridge County FRN monthly meeting will take place on Thursday, March 9 (3/9/2017) at 12:00 PM (noon). Any guests planning to attend are welcome. So that we may have an accurate tally of people coming to the meeting or in the case of meeting cancellation it would be appreciated if you would RSVP by calling (304-873-1245) or respond by email ([email protected]) if you plan to attend. Doddridge County pre-k registration will be held March 10 & 13. To enroll in Headstart, Pre-k, or Kindergarten call (304) 873-3955 before March 9.
Employees from WV Birth to Three will be available during the Doddridge County Pre-K Registration on 3/10/17 from 8:30a.m.-3:00p.m. to provide ASQ developmental screenings for Infants 1 month-Toddlers 36 months
Appointments are available by contacting 304-485-2000
Developmental Milestones will be available Doddridge County Prevention Partnership meets the 3rd Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. located at the Opportunity Council, 1117 Rt. 18 N West Union, WV 26456. (304) 873-3216 Aim for a Brighter Future Bringing to Light the issues of community substance abuse to begin healing, protection and prevention for a healthier future. The next meeting will be March 21st. https://www.facebook.com/groups/211000989304948/
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Center Point Outpost Library News
Imagination Library Parents may come to the Center Point Outpost Library to sign-up their child, ages 0-5, for Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Each child will receive, through the mail, each month a free book until their 5th birthday. An application, with name, address, age must be filled out. For more information you may contact the library at 304-782-2461 or visit www.imaginationlibrary.wv.gov
Movie Night Moana – March 16 at 5 p.m. SPRING FEVER??? Wear your favorite flip-flops! Bring your beach chairs! Enjoy some tasty island treats!
Arts and Crafts night March 23 at 5 p.m. We’ll be repurposing some old books into rusticstyle picture frames using chalk paint, twine and some fabric and ribbon. All the materials will be provided. There is NO COST to participate we do ask that you, please register by March 16th in order to ensure that we have enough materials.
Doddridge County Public Library
Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library for more information or visit www.imaginationlibrary.wv.gov Doddridge County (304) 873-1941
Spring Story Hour - February 16th - April 13th, 10:30 For ages, 2-5 year olds. No Meeting April 6th. The Doddridge County Public Library will be starting their Spring Story Hour on Thursday, February 16th, at 10:30 a.m. The program is geared for children ranging from 2 yrs. thru 5 yrs. of age. Stories, songs and crafts are just some of the things the Library offers for your child. So call (304-873-1941) or come in and sign up. Registration will begin on Monday, January 30th. So break up the winter and bring your child to the Library for a fun Library experience!!
My Doll Club & Me - March 15 @ 3:30 ages 5-12.
Lego Club - March 22 @ 3:30 ages 4-10
Movie Night Deepwater Horizon PG13, 107 min. March 23rd @ 5:30 p.m. Call the Library to Register (304) 873-1941 Popcorn and drinks will be served.
A Country Mason Jar "Scene" @ the Library Have you ever wanted to try painting? We are excited to be offering Painting Classes on Saturday, March 18th, from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm and from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Our teacher, Lisa Ball, will teach us all, step-by-step, how to paint a "Country Mason Jar Scene". We have 20 spaces available for each time slot. Cost is $5.00 per person. Call the Doddridge County Public Library @ 304-873-1941 to reserve your space. We will provide all of the supplies needed to paint your masterpiece. This program is made possible by the Special Levy.
Mobile Outreach and Wellness Works Food Pantry can help you stretch your food budget. The pantry provides a 3-5 day supply of healthy food, nutrition and health information, as well as tips and recipes. Households may need to be at or below 150% of the poverty guideline (net income) for some foods. The can help you enroll for SNAP benefits and do renewals for more information call (304) 989- 4511 They are in Doddridge County at the 4th Tuesday of the month at Greenwood Fire Department from 9 am- Noon When
you go to one of their pantries, you get your own personal shopper to help you make your food selections. They
also have free samples (sometimes) and will provide you with the recipe and ingredients to make that item.
Gilmer County Gilmer County Public Library
Story Time EVERY WEDNESDAY from 10-11.
Writer Group by Lisa Minney: March 2nd, 1 PM and 6 PM
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Altered Books; CRAFTS: Sat, March 4th
Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library at (304) 462-4620 for more information or visit the library www.imaginationlibrary.wv.gov
Mini-Library Program located in the new park downtown Glenville under the shed roof, Troy Corner Store, Tanner, Linn Exxon, Sandfork, Rosedale, and Rec center for the summer 4-H Camp. The purpose is to make books more readily available to adults and children. It is an honor system. The books are free. All we ask is: 1. Take care of the books 2. Bring them back when you finish 3. Donate books when you can.
Advanced High Tunnel Course will be held Wednesday evening March 1 and 8 from 6-9 pm at Glenville State College Waco Center. It will be $15 a person with diner to be served at the start of each class. Have you recently built a high tunnel or thinking about building one, the advance High Tunnel Course will cover topics that will help you be more successful with your investment topics to cover are soil health and nutrient management, managing diseases, insects and weeds, and scheduling and maximizing your profit. Contact Daisy Bailey at WVU Gilmer County Extension to register for the course (304) 462-7061 or email at [email protected] RSVP by Friday, February 17. Art as Therapy Workshops offered by Gilmer County WVU Extension Services Come and learn a new art skill to help cope with life’s everyday stressors. Each art project will be one of a kind. For more information or to RSVP call (304) 462-7061 space is limited.
Stained Glass Night Light $15 each March 7 at 4:00 p.m. and March 9 at 4:30 p.m. Please RSVP by March 1st
Polymer Clay Creations $10 each RSVP by March 27th Workshop will be held April 4 at 4:00 p.m. and April 6 at 4:30 p.m.
Visit the Strollin Colon at Minnie Hamilton in Glenville March 2nd from 10:30 am-1:30 pm This is a free exhibit to learn about the colon and how to keep you and your loved one safe from Colon Cancer. The colon is a 10 foot by 12 foot inflatable. Gilmer County FRN meeting is scheduled for March 9 at 2 pm Meeting second Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Do you have great ideas for activities or events for those residing in Gilmer County?? Or just want to be more involved? Come join the Gilmer County Family Resource Network! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gilmer-County-Family-Resource-Network/473794729343811?fref=ts Gilmer County Substance Abuse Prevention Meeting is March 9 at the FRN office at noon. They are the 2nd Tuesday of the month at noon at the FRN office. "We Love Our Little Ones" event We will be at the Gilmer County Recreation Center on Friday, March 10th from 3pm-6pm. This is an opportunity for families with children entering PK to gather paperwork/submit paperwork/place their child's name on the list for PK 2017-18.
Employees from WV Birth to Three will be available during the event to provide ASQ developmental screenings for Infants 1month-Toddlers 36 months
Appointments are available by contacting 304-485-2000
Developmental Milestones will be available
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4TH ANNUAL WILD GAME DINNER MARCH 11 2017 at the Gilmer County Recreation Center at 12 noon. Cost of meal by donation only. Gun raffle and door prizes. Everyone is welcome and please bring your favorite dessert. Sponsored by the Cedarville Community Association. Cradle to Classroom meeting will be on Friday, March 17th at 8am. You are invited to Birth Start Who: Children ages birth through four years old are invited to play in their future preschool classrooms. What: This time includes a snack, story, center exploration and an activity, as well as time for parents to connect with each other and our preschool teachers. If there is a delay or school is cancelled; Birth Start will be cancelled. Where: Gilmer County Elementary School, Fairground Road Glenville, WV from 9:30 am- 11 am Questions: Feel free to call Mrs. Tanya Stewart at the school, 304-462-7338. ~ March 17 Barn ~ April 21 Flowers Choose Your own Prize BINGO sponsored by the Gilmer County 4-H Leaders will be held March 31st Doors open at 5 pm and games start
at 5 pm at the Gilmer County Recreations Center. Twenty games for twenty dollars. All proceeds will support Gilmer County 4-H Camp.
Harrison County
Winter Brochure http://www.bridgeportwv.com/default/assets/File/2017%20Winter%20Brochure.pdf
TUESDAY IS FOR TODDLERS Now EVERY Tuesday! Bring your kids up to toddler age to Meadowbrook Mall every Tuesday morning from 11am until Noon for free activities! Enjoy FREE themed activities, character appearances and prizes! It's a great opportunity for your child to interact with other kids their age and loads of holiday fun for everyone! Please visit the Mall Guest Services Desk for details on weekly activities and location of events. Bridgeport Walks is a new City of Bridgeport program designed to get you out and walk your way to fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The program currently features four designated walking routes marked with color coded “Bridgeport Walks” discs allowing you to walk measured distances throughout Bridgeport utilizing park trails, city sidewalks and roadways. Visit www.bridgeportwv.com for maps. Call 304-842-8200 for questions. Walking with the Dinosaurs will be housed at the Harrison County Parks and Recreation 43 Recreation Drive Clarksburg, WV 26301 January 30th- April 2nd open to the public Thursday and Friday from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday Noon-6 p.m. This features prehistoric West Virginia, a replica 65-foot Mosasaur, a full-sized Stegodon skeleton 13’ tall by 25’ in length, the famous “Sue” Tyrannosaurus Rex skull 6’ in length, full-sized Tarbosaurus, Triceratops skull 8’ in length, photo opportunity standing in the jaws of the T-Rex Skull, 17-foot tall Sauropod, Pterodactyls- “Rulers of Dinosaur skies”, and dozens of fossil displays including the
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vertebrae of an Ultrasaurus, the scapula of a Supersaurus and a Apatosaurus femor. For more information call (304) 423-7800 or visit www.hcparks.org
Prehistoric Fossil Digs- Participants will discover and identify authentic pre-historic bones including Mammoth, Bisons, and Equus horses.
Interactive Display Puzzles- New puzzles for 2017- Build free-standing 6’ 3D puzzles of selected dinosaur fossils.
Saturday “Kids Day” Families can come out on any Saturday from February 11-March 25 Fossil digs @ 3 and 5 p.m. and craft projects are held at 4 p.m.
Sleeping with Dinosaurs for 6-13 year olds (must be accompanied by an adult) Friday February 24, March 10, and March 24th Contact the HCPR to reserve your day.
Main Street Mondays are held 5:30- 7:30 pm 3/20/2017 ~ 4/17/2017 ~ 5/15/2017 ~ 6/19/2017 ~ 7/17/2017 ~ 8/21/2017 ~ 9/18/2017 ~ 10/16/2017 ~ 11/20/2017 Bridgeport, WV Every third Monday from 5:30 -7:30 pm participating Bridgeport businesses will have extended hours to offer specials, free giveaways, live music, showcase art, classes, etc. Look for balloons and the Main Street Mondays logo... Join in the fun! Little Explorers at Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Instructor: Anita Jesmer $35/session this pre-school science program will expose youngsters to interesting scientific facts and experiments. Parents are requested to stay for assistance with hands on projects. Call 304-842-8200 for questions.
Dinosaurs- Explore prehistoric times.
Musical Instruments- Learn about sound waves and pitches of sounds that are made.
Light Spectrum & Kaleidoscopes- Explore the different characteristics of light. MORNING CLASSES THURSDAY10:00-11:00 am Musical Instruments: 3/9/17-3/30/17 Light Spectrum: 4/6/17-5/4/17 EVENING CLASSES MONDAY OR WEDNESDAY 6:00-7:00 pm Dinosaurs: Wed: 2/8/17-3/1/17 Musical Instruments: Mon: 3/6/17-3/27/17 Wed: 3/8/17-3/29/17 Light Spectrum: Mon: 4/3/17-5/1/17 Wed: 4/5/17-5/3/17 Cherish the Ladies - Celtic Song and Dance Thursday, March 2 Grand Performances brings this renown Celtic song and dance group to RCB High School Theater for a rousing family show. Tickets are available at theculturalfoundation.org or by telephoning 304-669-7045 Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM 13th Annual Baby and Me day Meadowbrook Mall WV Sponsored by Health Start, Happy Project Join us Sat., March 4 from 10am to 1pm for our annual Baby & Me Day. The first 100 moms to register in WDTV5 Event Center beginning at 10am will receive FREE Swag Bags, while supplies last! Moms will also receive 20 raffle tickets to place in the entry bags of those prizes that they would like to win. Meet with professionals regarding your health and the health of your baby. Plus enjoy the UniCare Baby Crawl Contest at 12Noon. The first 25 babies to be registered for the crawl will receive a free race t-shirt! The drawings for over $1,000 in door prizes will take place immediately following the baby crawl contest. Remember, you MUST BE present and be at least 18 years old to win. Annual Baby Crawl Contest Sat., March 4, 2017 12Noon in WDTV5 Event Center Join us for our Annual Baby Crawl Contest during our Baby & Me Event! The event is sponsored by UniCare Health Plan of WV, Inc. Sat. March 4 at 12Noon in WDTV5 Event Center 1st 25 babies to register receive a FREE Baby Crawl T-shirt! Don't forget to bring your cameras for this very entertaining event!
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Cooking Classes Uptown Clarksburg http://www.cfmwv.com/classes-and-education The CWVFM, Uptown/PWA and The United Way are sponsoring and offering cooking classes to our community. Please call 304-624-6881 or stop by the PWA to sign up. The deadline to register is February 24th!! March 3rd will feature Fruits and will include recipes, sampling different yogurts, making different types of oatmeal, granola and fried apples. There will also be a "give-away" with this class. March 24th will feature Beverages and will include lots of samplings, making herbal teas, smoothies, chocolate spoons and more! There will also be a guest speaker who owns his own coffee plantation in South America. Finca La Despensa - Supata Colombia More information for upcoming classes will follow. Date: 3/03/2017 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Dining with Diabetes The West Virginia University Extension Office in Harrison County and United Hospital Center will be holding a series of free cooking classes aimed at helping those with diabetes and their family members learn how to plan meals, shop for food and better educate themselves in dealing with this disease. The classes meet once per week from 5-7 p.m., March 7, March 14 and April 1 at the hospital. There will be a three-month follow-up class on May 2. The classes are free. How to Survive Parenting this is for parents of children in Harrison County A seven week series of parenting classes held at United High School (Formerly Gore Middle School) 1349 Shinnston Pike Clarksburg, WV 26301 Dates: Tuesdays- March 7, 14, 21, 18 and April 4 from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Presenters will be Kelley Davisson and Mary Osbourn two Harrison County School Counselors To register contact Parent Educator Resource Center (PERC) (304) 326- 7692 or (304) 326-7693 A certificate of completion will be awarded for attending all classes. Topics will be: Topic 1: What’s Going On? Understanding Yourself and Your child Topic 2: Why are they doing that? Dealing with Misbehaviors Topic 3: R-E-S-P-E-C-T and Encouragement Topic 4: Wht? Listening and talking with your child Topic 5: Who owns the problem? Cooperation and Problem Solving Topic 6: Consequences vs. Punishment Discipline that makes sense Topic 7: Now What? Deciding what to do- Your Approach Harrison County Family Resource Network Meeting is the third Friday March 17 at 11 a.m. all are welcome The purpose of the Harrison County Family Resource Network (HCFRN) is to conduct collaborative planning and evaluation of health and human services with communities and the organizations that serve them in order to promote effective service delivery. Salem Elementary School Spring Carnival 3/18/2017 - Starts: 12:00 PM - Ends: 4:00 PM Salem Elementary 273 Education Way Salem, WV, 26426 *Basket Raffle* *Concessions* *Games* *Cake Walk* *Touch a Truck - Police Cruisers, Firetrucks, Ambulances, Humvees, Helicopters* *Pie in the Face* *Fun* Easter Bunny Photos Daily March 24 - April 15 in Sears Court Every child visiting the Easter Bunny will receive a FREE gift courtesy of Chick-fil-A, while supplies last. Daily Hours: ~ Mon. - Thurs. 12pm to 8pm, Break from 3pm to 3:45pm ~ Fri. & Sat. 10am to 8pm, Break 3pm to 3:45pm ~ Sundays 11am to 5pm, Break 2pm to 2:30pm Easter Bunny Arrival March 25 10AM in Sears Court Join us at the Big Egg in Sears Court as we welcome the Easter Bunny back to Meadowbrook Mall! The Easter Bunny will arrive by the Fun on Wheels Railroad and every child visiting the Easter Bunny will receive a FREE gift courtesy of Chick-fil-A, while supplies last!
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Stamp Camp at Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Create seasonal greeting cards and other projects in this fun, easy class. Take home all your creations to share and enjoy. Must pre-register Instructor: Kathy Hamrick Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm $10 per class, includes materials. Call 304-842-8200 for questions. ~ March 28 Easter Egg Hunt April 11 for all children ages 5 and under Tuesday April 11 at 2 p.m. at the Bridgeport Recreation Complex. Fifth Annual Walk for Autism will be held Saturday April 29, 2017 at the Clarksburg City Park in Nutter Fort, WV beginning at 10 am. Donations will go to education resources, traiing, and community programs for children and families affected by autism. No entry fee to walk t-shirts cost $15. There will be a DJ, Games, Information on services, sensory booths, and therapies available. 1 out of 68 children are diagnosed with autism. If you want a short sleeved T-shirt for the event get a registration form or contact us at [email protected] Carol Ford at (304) 699-6948 or Lea Robinson at (304) 677-4695. WV Birth to Three will have a table set up at the event.
Harrison County Libraries
Bridgeport Public Library
STEM toy collection! The items, varying from building and design kits to lab sets and strategy games, are now available for circulation! The library’s STEM toy collection helps make applied learning available to all of the community’s children. Library patrons interested in the new collection are asked to refer to the library’s STEM toy user guidelines, as new rules were established to manage the items. If you have questions about these items, please contact Amy at the library at 304-842-8248.
Story Time Fridays at 10:30am for children under the age of three. Many people believe that children learn to read and write in kindergarten or first grade. But developing literacy skills begins at birth through everyday loving interactions—sharing books, telling stories, singing songs, talking to one another, or pointing out and naming objects. Even painting, drawing or picking up things serve a purpose. These activities help develop hand muscles and coordination—skills necessary for learning how to write. Adults—parents, grandparents and teachers—play a powerful role in preparing young children for future school success and in becoming self-confident and motivated learners.
Dr. Seuss Day! All children under the age of 12 are invited to celebrate Dr. Seuss at the library on Thursday, March 2, 2017! Activities begin at 12:00pm and run until 6:00pm when the birthday party begins! Refreshments will be provided from 6:00pm to 7:00pm and registration is required for the party. To register your child, please call 304-842-8248.
Books and Barks The Bridgeport Public Library invites all children to Books and Barks on Saturday, March 4, 2017 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm. The Mountaineer Therapy Dogs will be present and eager to have children read stories aloud to them! Call the Bridgeport Public Library at 304-842-8248 to reserve a time slot for your child.
“Pizza and Pages” is a book discussion group for children between the ages of eight and twelve. Children are welcome to borrow a copy of Artemis Fowl by Eion Colfer from Amy at the library. Quantities are limited. Participants will discuss the book on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 6:00pm.
Kids Movie Night Moana All children are invited to movie night at the library on Friday, March 17, 2017 at 6:00pm! Children between the ages of four and twelve are welcome! Registration is required and can be easily done by calling the library at 304-842-8248 or by stopping by the library’s back circulation desk.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Clarksburg/ Harrison Public Library
Reading Buddies Storytimes Enjoy stories, crafts, songs, and games! Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, crafts, songs, & games. Open to ages 2-5
Magic the Gathering every Monday
Kids Arts and Crafts Club every Monday 5 pm
Homework Help every Tuesday and Wed. 3pm
Family Movie Night March 17 from 4-6 pm
Middle School Book Club every Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. A book club for middle school students. Registration is encouraged. Call 304-627-2236 or email [email protected] for more information and to register.
4-5th grade book Club Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Just for 4th and 5th grade students, this book club will explore books students may normally pass up, such as Newbery winners and King medal finalists. Registration is encouraged. For more information, email [email protected].
Lowe Public Library
Dr. Seuss Birthday Come Celebrate with us from noon- 5 p.m. We will have crafts, treats and fun!
Local Restaurant Deals Dennys Kids eat free Tuesdays 4 to 10 pm contact local Denny’s for participating locations
Dickey’s Barbeque Pit Kids Eat Free Sundays! Free Ice Cream Every Day! https://www.dickeys.com/ 538 Emily Drive Clarksburg, WV 26301 The Kids Eat Free offer is valid at any Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location with the purchase of a $10 adult dine-in purchase. Valid for children 12 and under, and kids must choose from the Kids Menu.
Eat’n Park Did you know? www.eatnpark.com/kids 100 Tolley Street Bridgeport, WV (304) 842-7668 o We offer FREE baby food, bibs, crackers, celery and carrot sticks upon request. o Kids 10 and under eat from the salad bar for half-price. Kids 5 and under eat from the salad bar for
FREE when they are with an adult who has purchased it. o All kids have the choice to receive a FREE Smiley Cookie or an Apple after their meal.
Pleasants County The Pleasants County Wellness Coalition This group meets the First Thursday (March 2nd ) of each month 11 am at George Street Church of Christ fellowship hall. They are committed to enhancing the lives of our community by providing reliable information, tools and resources that allow people of all ages to make more informed choices for leading healthier lives. Public is welcome to attend. The location for the meetings is still not set in concrete but for February, we will be meeting in the George Street Church of Christ Fellowship Hall at 11am
Please be considering the needs you see within our county and bring your concerns to the meeting so we can discuss planning an activity directed at addressing them. We have concentrated on Substance Abuse and Tobacco Prevention issues in the past and there is still a lot that we can do to inform the community, but there are OTHER needs, as well! Let's have a discussion around what you would like for us to concentrate on. (Specific health issues, mental health issues, homelessness, Safe-at-Home, etc.)
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
FRN/ Wellness Coaltion will meet March 9 at 9 a.m., at the City Hall. Contact person is Debbie Thompson, COFI Coordinator, 304.684.3962. They meet the 2nd Thursday of each month at 9:00 a.m. Public is welcome to attend https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pleasants-County-Committee-on-Family-Issues-Pleasants-County-FRN/1394293400807895?fref=ts Pleasants County Library We are open M-W 10-8, Th 5-8, F10-5, and Sat. 10-3.
Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library at (304) 684-7494 for more information or visit the library
Healthy Children Project ages 2-5 every 1st and 3rd Friday from 12-12:30 pm This includes a story with a healthy activity.
Story Time every 2,4, and 5 Fridays from 11:30-Noon for ages Birth to Three
TOPS-Every Monday at 4:30 Elks Activity Center (Contact Tamara Delancey @ 304-835-8771)
Ritchie County Ritchie County Public Library.
Imagination Library Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is back in Ritchie County thanks to funding from the Board of Education. What this means is your children can receive a FREE book EVERY month until their fifth birthday. All you need to do is follow the link and sign them up. Reading is very important for young children. http://usa.mobile.imaginationlibrary.com/
Story Time will kickoff March 7 at 10:30 am at the Main Library in Harrisville The theme will be Plant a seed… Read at Your library Ritchie County pre-k registration will be held March 9 & 10.
Employees from WV Birth to Three will be available during the Ritchie County Pre-K Registration on 3/9/17 from 8:30a.m.-3:00p.m. to provide ASQ developmental screenings for Infants 1month-Toddlers 36 months
Appointments are available by contacting 304-485-2000
Developmental Milestones will be available
Ritchie County FRN meeting March 14 beginning at 5pm at the Ritchie county FRN. This month is different due to scheduling conflicts. This group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm at the FRN office. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ritchie-County-Family-Resource-Network/128459620561703?fref=ts
Ritchie County Substance Abuse Coalition/ Healthy Community Coalition at 11:30 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ritchie-County-Substance-Abuse-Coalition/199180723456309?fref=ts
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Ritchie County and Community Veterans Resource Fair will be held March 25 from 10 am- 3pm at the Smithville Community Building 42273 Route 47 Stringtown, Smithville, WV 26178. Veterans Benefit and Healthcare enrollment information and assistance, SSVF Housing and Case Mangagement, Various counseling, hospice and living wills, employment, education and training, and many more community service partners to be in attendance. For more information contact Ron Slaughter (304)374-9227 or Joe Douglas (304) 374-3271. Mobile Outreach and Wellness Works Food Pantry can help you stretch your food budget. The pantry provides a 3-5 day supply of healthy food, nutrition and health information, as well as tips and recipes. Households may need to be at or below 150% of the poverty guideline (net income) for some foods. The can help you enroll for SNAP benefits and do renewals for more information call (304) 989- 4511 They are in Ritchie County at the Smithville Community Center every 2nd Wednesday from 9 am- noon. When you go to one of their pantries, you get your own personal shopper to help you make your food selections. They also have free samples (sometimes) and will provide you with the recipe and ingredients to make that item. Also, if you live in Ritchie County and it's a little far to travel to Smithville, they will accept you at the Greenwood location in Doddridge County (4th Tuesday 9am-Noon at Greenwood Fire Department).
North Bend State Park March 2, 2017 WV Mussels West Virginia Mussels...what are they and why are they important? Join Janet Clayton, Biologist with the WV DNR Wildlife Resources to learn more about mussels. With names like Elktoe, Pocketbook, Washboard, and Pink Heelsplitter, how can it not be an interesting evening learning about WV Mussels and protecting them to keep streams healthy. North America has the richest freshwater mussel fauna in the world. Two hundred and twenty-five species have been reported in North America, with 130 reported from the Ohio River System alone. Today, in WV, the trained observer can usually spot 20 to 30 different kinds of freshwater mussels. Citizen science projects include learning about how sediment and water quality can determine target species of mussels. The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. 6:30p.m. - North Bend Lodge. Contact: 304-643-2931 March 17-19, 2017 Women's Getaway Weekend A weekend full of activities designed with women in mind. Programs include hair cuts, facials, kitchen tips, arts and crafts, and much more. Popular event. Register early. Contact: Ken Zebo, 304-643-2931 March 19-24, 2017 Quilter's Spring Retreat The calm, peaceful setting of the North Bend lodge provides the perfect atmosphere for quilting. Designed for those quilters who could not attend in February or want to come back, this retreat will be similar. The calm, peaceful setting of the North Bend lodge provides the perfect atmosphere for quilting. Contact: 304-643-2931 March 26, 2017 Great Train Robbery of 1915 Historian Patricia Harris presents 'The Great Train Robbery of 1915' today at 2:00 p.m. at North Bend State Park Lodge. During the early morning hours of October 8, 1915, a band of train robbers, led by the handsome 26 year old Charles Jefferson Harris, were about to commit one of the greatest train robberies ever recorded in history. They boarded the D.C. Express Locomotive # 1 at 2 A.M. while it was taking on water at the Central Station stop. By the end of the day Doddridge County, and West Virginia as a whole, was about to become the hottest front page story of every major news organization throughout the United States. Learn the rest of the story today at 2:00 p.m. from Patricia Harris, President of the Doddridge County Historical Society. Contact: Kristi Steed, 304-643-2931
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Wirt County Dora B Woodyard Memorial Library
Imagination Library Make sure your child is signed up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Each child 0-5 years of age will receive, through the mail, a free book each month until their 5th birthday. Parents will need their child’s name, current address, and age. Contact your local library for more information or visit www.imaginationlibrary.wv.gov Wirt County (304)275-4295
Storytime will be Mondays at 10:30 am for 2-5 year olds.
Free Family Movie Night will be March 28 at 5 pm showing Moana
Library Book Sale will be March 20-24 all books will be solely donation and we have a huge selection.
Easter Egg Hunt in partnership with the Partners in Prevention coalition will be held April 1st tentatively scheduled at the park.
Pre-K Core Meeting will be held March 3rd at 2 p.m. at the Wirt County Primary Center. Wirt County FRN meets the first Tuesday of each month at 3pm at the Wirt County Library. This month it will meet on March 7. Preschool Play Group Wirt County PERC and Wirt County Primary Center are hosting a play group for 3 and 4 year olds who are not already enrolled in school. A parent or guardian must accompany the child ~March 10 ~April 21 Wirt County Prevention Coalition meets the last Tuesday of each month March 28 at 2:00 p.m. at the Dora B. Woodyard Library contact Jamie Jacobsen at (304) 485-7374 for more information The next meeting will be March 28. Free Family Movie Night will be held March 28 at 5 p.m. at the Dora B. Woodyard Library. Movie will be Moana. The Wirt County Prevention Coalition is sponsoring this event. For more information feel free to call the library at (304) 275-4295. Wirt County pre-k registration will be held April 28th. Mobile Outreach and Wellness Works Food Pantry can help you stretch your food budget. The pantry provides a 3-5 day supply of healthy food, nutrition and health information, as well as tips and recipes. Households may need to be at or below 150% of the poverty guideline (net income) for some foods. The can help you enroll for SNAP benefits and do renewals for more information call (304) 989- 4511 They are in Wirt County at the Newark Baptist Church every 3rd Wednesday from 9 am- Noon. When you go to one of their pantries, you get your own personal shopper to help you make your food selections. They also have free samples (sometimes) and will provide you with the recipe and ingredients to make that item.
Wood County Arty Parties for families are held 10 to noon at the Parkersburg Art Center. Free art/ craft experience for kids and families. This program runs January 7- March 18 each Saturday for ages 12 and under
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Early Childhood Collaborative Meetings are open to any early childhood stake holder. Meetings are in the Bailey Board Room of the Wood County Schools Board of Education Office 121 13th Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101. Meetings begin at 1:15 p.m. ~ March 3rd Dr. Seuss Event at Grand Central Mall Stop by Grand Central Mall Saturday, March 4 11 am -1 p.m. for a Dr. Seuss themed event, as we celebrate Read Across America! The event will take place on the mall's Sear's end, near Books-A-Million. Thanks to our friends at Books-A-Million, your child(ren) will enjoy games, activities, and storybook readings all celebrating the work of the legendary Dr. Seuss. This event is free and open to the public as part of Grand Central Mall's KidX Club. If you are not already a KidX Member, you will be asked to complete an application form upon arrival. As a member of this free club, your child(ren) will receive a free drawstring backpack upon registration (limit one per child), as well as a membership card which will entitle your family to discounts at participating retailers. Fairy Garden Terrarium March 4 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Pat Catan’s in the traffic circle Parkersburg, WV his weekend, create a Fairy Garden Terrarium. Kid's will have a blast creating their own whimsical world with the help of glue dots and tweezers. http://www.patcatans.com/craft-store-locations/parkersburg-wv/parkersburg-event-calendar Creative Story Time! Kase's Candies is located inside the Grand Central Mall near JCPenney. This is story time with a twist...create a candy craft and then listen to a story! Only $3.00 per child. Reserve your child's space today by calling 304-917-3753 or on facebook at Kase's Candies! ~ March 4th: Make a Candy Kabob ~ March 11th: Make a Kissy Mouse, ~ March 18th, Yummy Candy Necklaces for Boys and Girls ~ March 25th: Get ready for Spring...Easter Egg Flowers The Pottery Place You can register from our website www.thepotteryplace.biz or our Facebook page. Click the "book now" button. And be sure to choose your location. Or you can call your nearest studio to reserve your space. Vienna- 304-422-8777 You will register to reserve your spot, but not actually pay until day of event
Books and Brushes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 1:30 am Storytime and Paint from our bisquie bar. $5 per child plus tax
Story Art will be held March 9th at 11am or 1pm and March 11th at 10 am for $12 Includes all materials needed. Shamrock creation with shaving cream.
Adult Canvas will be held March 12 at 2 p.m. $25 Includes instructions and materials. Flowers in a rain boot.
Kids Canvas will be held March 18th at 1 p.m. $20 includes instructions and materials Chick dressed up as a bunny
Alice in Wonderland Jr. March 3 – 12 Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of literature’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures. She races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! Featuring updated songs from Disney’s thrilling animated motion picture, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR. is a fast-paced take on the classic tale. A Guild Builders Production [G] Student $6 Adults $ 10
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Regal Cinemas presents, My Way Matinee! Sensory friendly movies are proudly featured at Regal Cinemas Grand Central Mall 12! The sound is lower, the lights are brighter and everyone is welcome to cry, sing, shout and dance! Shows begin at 10:30 am and tickets are $6.50 a person. For additional program information, visit us at: http://regmovi.es/myway ~ March 11 Lego Batman Movie ~April 8 Born Leader Leprechaun Hat March 11 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Pat Catan’s in the traffic circle Parkersburg, WV Every kid will make their own Leprechaun Hat to start getting into the St. Patrick's Day spirit. . http://www.patcatans.com/craft-store-locations/parkersburg-wv/parkersburg-event-calendar Pinewood Derby March 11 from 10 am -6 pm Since 1972, the Boy Scouts have hosted their annual Pinewood Derby at Grand Central Mall. This year, they return for the 45th annual event. March 11-19, 2017 13th annual Mid-Ohio Valley Heritage Quilt Show Blennerhassett State Park Quilts are like windows to the past…each one is unique & tells a story. Mark your calendars for the 2017 Mid-Ohio Valley Heritage Quilt Show. Along with our standard categories: Bed Quilts, Wall Quilts, Crib Quilts, Mixed, Duet Quilts, Group Quilts, Antique Quilts, the themed category is “Sew American Pride”. There are a total of eight categories to enter quilts. The quilt show is sponsored by the Friends of Blennerhassett. Admission is $4 adult; $2 child. For additional entry information: 304-420-4800 March 11, 2017 13th annual Mid-Ohio Valley Heritage Quilt Show Exhibit Opening Blennerhassett State Park “Sew American Pride” is the theme of the 2017 quilt show.Come and enjoy the hand and machine designed quilts and wall hangings. You can vote for “People’s Choice” award and sign up for door prizes. The quilt show is sponsored by the Friends of Blennerhassett. Admission is $4 adult; $2 child. The museum is open to the public from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m March 11, 2017 Vintage Linens Blennerhassett State Park Join Sheryl Carpenter (former owner of Parkersburg Sewing Center) to learn more about vintage linen fabrics. Vintage Linens is presented on the 3rd floor of the Blennerhassett Museum, Conference Room from noon until 2:00 p.m. Museum admission is a daily fee of $4 adult; $2 child. The museum is open to the public from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. March Community Service Council meeting will be on Tuesday, March 14 at noon at Good Shepherd Church (903 Charles Street, Parkersburg, WV). Join us on March 14 as we welcome Brooke Albright from the Office of the WV Attorney General. She will be discussing scam awareness and prevention. RSVP here is you plan to attend: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CL26PS8 March 17, 2017 Quilters Retreat Class with Beth Sidley Blennerhassett State Park Beth Sidley of Studio 180 Design will be teaching a class on creating a Beaujoais quilt top. Come an learn the basics of this patter, construction, and get started on your quilt top. Space is limited and reservations are required. Pattern, museum entry, and lunch are included with the class fee of $40 per person. Quilters Retreat Class is presented on the 3rd floor of the Blennerhassett Museum, Conference Room from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Contact: 304-420-4800 Grand Central Mall Safety Day Join us Saturday, March 18 from 12:00-3:00 at Grand Central Mall for our 6th Annual Safety Day event! Indoor and Outdoor Activities - Rain or Shine! Bring your entire family for a kid-friendly day that will help your family learn so many of the ins and outs that can keep you safe in the case of an emergency.
WV Birth to Three, Region 2, 912 Market Street, Parkersburg WV 26101 (304) 485-2000
Cupcake Bird Canvas March 18 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Pat Catan’s in the traffic circle Parkersburg, WV During this week's Make.n.Take, kids can create their own colorful Cupcake Bird Canvas! With the help of basic crafting supplies, they will be able to take home a finished project in no time. http://www.patcatans.com/craft-store-locations/parkersburg-wv/parkersburg-event-calendar March 18, 2017 Quilters Lecture and Trunk Show Blennerhassett State Park Beth Sidley will present a lecture and trunk show at the Blennerhassett Museum. She will be sharing her quilts, knowledge, and expertise. Cost is $10 per person which also includes admission to the museum and quilt show.Quilters Retreat Class is presented on the 3rd floor of the Blennerhassett Museum, Conference Room from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Contact: 304-420-4800 Healthy Community Coalition of Wood County Are you interested in tobacco prevention, mental health, oral health, or healthy lifestyles/ strengthening families? Join our coalition and find out how you can help. https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyCommunityCoalitionofWoodCounty/ Healthy Community Coalition of Wood County will meet March 20th from 11:00 a.m. to noon will be our next meeting at Emmanuel Baptist Church. The mission is to improve the health of all people in our community through education, promotion, and outreach. We have four sub-committees listed below. Please consider joining us to make a difference in the Wood County community. If you would like to be added to the email reminder that is sent out once a month you can email Neha Butani at [email protected]
Upcoming Meeting Dates! Mark Your Calendars! ~ March 20, 2016 ~ April 17, 2017 ~ May 15, 2017 ~ June 19, 2017 Darkness to Light Stewards of Children is a training program that incorporates a combination of survivor stories, expert advice, and practical guidance. Teachers adults how to implement effective prevention policies, recognize the signs of sexual abuse in children and react responsibility if abuse occurs. This training will be held Thursday March 23 from 6:30-8:30 pm Judge Donald F. Black Courthouse Annex 317 Market Street Parkersburg, WV. Space is limited to 40 participants. Social Work CEU’s available. Light refreshments will be served call Lisa Weaver at (304) 485-0650. Clothespin Dragon Fly March 25 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Pat Catan’s in the traffic circle Parkersburg, WV This weekend, bring in the kids to make their own Clothespin Dragonfly! These colorful creatures are not only simple to make, but can be used to hang your kid's artwork as well. time. http://www.patcatans.com/craft-store-locations/parkersburg-wv/parkersburg-event-calendar Sensitive Bunny April 2 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Easter Bunny will be located halfway between Center Court and Sears Price: Free For the past six years, we've proudly hosted Sensitive Santa at our property. This year we are excited to bring you Sensitive Bunny. This sensory-friendly event designed just for children with Sensory Processing Disorders. We will turn down the lights and sounds, and allow your family to visit with the Easter Bunny with limited environmental distractions before the mall opens to the public for the day. We welcome children of all abilities and spectrums of special needs to this event which will accommodate their sensory, physical and developmental needs. If your family has enjoyed our Sensitive Santa events, you'll want to mark your calendars now for Sensitive Bunny! High on Hope Spreading Hope over Addictions at the Parkersburg City Park April 8 beginning at 1 p.m.
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All Children deserve a Happily Ever After Fairy Tale Ball A royal invitation on behalf of Children’s Home Society of WV Foster Care and Adoption Program. An enchanted evening to raise awareness and funds for the little princes and princesses of Parkersburg! Royal events of the evening are a magical feast, carriage rides, live music, silent auction, card table games, photos May 20 at 7 pm at Wood ridge Golf Club $40 per person, $75 a couple- Formal attire requested. To purchase tickets please visit Children’s Home Society at 1717 St. Mary’s Avenue Parkersburg, WV or call (304) 485-0650. Sole Mates club and take part in the Mall Walkers Program the first Tuesday of every month at 9:00am. You may also walk the mall any time on your own, and earn points towards your incentive program! Stop by the Guest Services desk to log your miles.
Wood County Libraries
Parkersburg and Wood County Public Library
Tours are available all year for groups or individuals call 304-420-4587 ext. 510 or 504, M-F 9-6pm
Library Dance Class 6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Summers Auditorium Ages 5-12 In this class you will learn the swing, cha cha, rumba, waltz, tango, and foxtrot! Sign up today! (304) 420-4587 x 510 March 21
Yoga Classes for Kids will be from 6:45-7:45 pm for ages 5-12 held in the Summers Auditorium to sign up call 304-420-4587 x 504 or 510 Dates will be: ~ March 21st ~ April 18 ~ May 23rd
Jr. Builder’s Lego Club March 8 For ages 4-8. Design and build your dream bedroom out of Legos. 3:30-5 pm
Master Builder’s Lego Club March 15 from 3:30-5 pm Build a robot out of Legos and program it to do different commands as part of our Master Builders Lego Club. Open to ages 9-13. Registration is required for this month's program.
Page Turners Book Club will have a genre theme for every meeting. Each child can choose a book that corresponds with the theme of the month. At our club meetings, the children will get a chance to discuss the book that they have read with the group. Before each discussion we will have a snack. This will be from 4-5 p.m. in the Summers Auditorium for grades 3-5 No registration required
March 23 Book with an existing movie April 20: Humor
Little Rascals Toddle time will be on Friday from 10-11am for ages 3-5 in Summers Auditorium at the library. No registration necessary. Pick up a brochure in Young Reader’s Room or on Blog Spot, parkwoodlibyrr.blogspot.com . ~ March 3 Spring has Sprung ~March 10 Barnyard Tales ~ March 17 National Pig Day ~ March 24 Mice are Nice ~ March 31 April Fools
Bits and Bots Baby Storytime for babies on Friday 10-11am in the Young Reader’s Room for ages birth-2years in the lower level foyer. This includes songs, finger plays and a book just right for babies. This program runs all year. ~ March 3 Cats ~ March 10 Winnie the Pooh ~ March 17 Baby Faces ~ March 24 Circus Animals
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Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss Both the Emerson Library and the South Parkersburg Libraries are celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday
tomorrow, March 2nd! The South Parkersburg Library will have games, special guests including Mayor Joyce at 4pm, a photo booth, scavenger hunt, prizes, and much more! The Emerson Library will have
games, snacks, a craft, and will be showing The Lorax at 4pm in the Summers Auditorium!
Southside Public Library
March 1 11:00am Wee Be Jammin’ story time for birth -3 3:30pm Teen Homework Study Zone
March 2 Dr. Seuss/Read Across America Day Activities for elementary age children. Story time 4:00 with Mayor Tom Joyce
March 8 3:30pm Teen Homework Study Zone
March 10 1:30pm Small Fry Tales story time for preschool, 4-5 yr. olds
March 14 10:30-12:30 We Do 2.0 Robotics. Robotics fun for children preK-4th grade. Space limited. Call 304-300-3597.
March 15 11:30 am Wee Be Jammin’ story time for birth-3 3:30pm Teen Homework Study Zone
March 22 3:30pm Teen Homework Study Zone 4:00pm Teen Game Night
March 24 1:30pm Small Fry Tales story time for preschool, 4-5 yr. olds
March 29 11:00am Wee Be Jammin’ story time for birth -3 3:30pm Teen Homework Study Zone
Vienna Public Library
For more information go to http://viennapubliclibrary.org/ ~ Tuesdays @ 10:30 am – Toddler Storytime
~ Wednesdays @ 11:00 am – Baby Storytime (0-24 months) ~ Fridays @ 10:30 am – Pre-K Storytime
Adult Craft Club St. Patrick’s Day Theme The first Thursday of each month we are hosting a Craft Club! This month is all about St. Patrick's Day crafts. We'll be making paper shamrocks to decorate the library and we'll
also make a wooden decorative sign for you to take home. This month, Craft Club will be March 2nd at
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1:00pm and 6:30pm. Space is limited, so save your seat! Call the library at 304-295-7771 or send an e-mail to [email protected]. We hope to see you there!
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! March 2nd from 6-7 p.m. We are celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday with a party at the library! Come hear stories, make art, play games, and enjoy a free cupcake* in honor of the wubbulous
man himself, Dr. Seuss!* - while supplies last
Gardening Workshop March 3, 2017 at 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Join the WVU Extension Office, sponsored by the Wood County Master Gardeners, as they present a special series. There are free refreshments & door prizes!
All gardening enthusiasts, experts, and beginners are welcome.
Book Sale The Friends of the Library are hosting our Spring Book Sale March 31st - April 1st. We are now accepting books for this sale! Questions about the Friends or how to join? Call 304-295-7771, ext. 3 or send
an e-mail to [email protected].
Wood County Local Restaurant Deals El Mariachi- Southside Parkersburg Check local restaurant for more details/ availability.
Wednesday Nights is Family Night at El Mariachi! Children under from 6pm-8pm Balloons & Face Painting and some occasional Magic by Tricky Chaz & Nikki!
Firehouse Subs in Vienna, WV Sign-up at http://firehouse.relevantmobile.com/home/register Free Birthday Sub Just show an I.D. with your birth date on your birthday and you'll get a FREE medium celebratory sub.
OHIO Free movie at the Odyssey Theatre in Marietta, Ohio the 1st Saturday of every month. This is open to the public. It will be a movie recently released on DVD. Join us: ~ March 4 Meet Red and See a free showing of Angry Birds Belpre Public Library
Story Time - An enjoyable hour of stories, games, music, and crafts for children ages 3 to 6. Story Time is held each Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the library's meeting room. An adult must accompany a child.
Marietta Public Library
Story Hour is offered every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. except during the month of August. A parent or caregiver is requested to remain with the children during the program. An hour of enchanting story-telling, movies, and crafts for pre-school children. Ages 3-6
Toddler Time - Join us for stories, finger plays, songs, and more, all geared toward the active toddler years. For children ages 18 months to 3 years, Toddler Time meets Mondays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. A parent or caregiver is required to remain with the children during the program. Both of these programs meet in the basement meeting room beside the Youth Services Department
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March is Disability Awarness Month March is a big month for the disability community. For more
information you may call The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley at (304) 422-3151.
March 1st is Spread The Word To End The Word Day. (http://www.r-word.org/)
March is also Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month.
In addition, on March 7th, Fair Shake Network http://www.fairshake.org is holding their annual training in Charleston during which they will celebrate 25 years of self-advocacy. And March 8th is Disability Advocacy Day at the State Capitol building where people are invited to meet with lawmakers about the issues affecting their lives.
March 13 is Deaf Awareness Day.
Any events you would like to add please email them to me [email protected] by the 22nd of every month. I always add during the month but only send the community
events out once. The new events go out to our new parents and service coordinators.
