The Brooke County Public Library is offering Geri-Fit, a 45-minute evidence based strength training exercise class for older adults. Most of the bodybuilding exercises are performed seated in chairs with a set of light dumbbell weights. As participants become stronger, they can advance to using heavier dumbbells to challenge themselves[Read More…]
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Brooke County Library Book Club
A group of friends, a good book, and free-flowing discussion… doesn’t that sound like the ingredients for a wonderful experience. The Brooke County Public Library will be meeting on Thursday, Nov. 30, at 5 p.m., in person and virtual to discuss the book “Turtles All The Way Down” by John[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Library
The Follansbee Library will be showing the movie Sun Moon, rated PG on Friday, Nov. 17, at 12 p.m.After being left at the altar, a young woman escapes to Taiwan on a quest for hope and healing.Bring your lunch and watch a movie with us. Call the circulation desk at[Read More…]
Retirement Planning 101 at the Library
Celebrate Financial Planning Month at the Brooke County Public Library on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 4 p.m. with Gene Zrinyi, Financial Advisor, from Tri-State Financial Services.Why do you have to prepare your retirement plan as early as possible? Reasons range from financial backup for emergencies, returns on investment, financial independence,[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION WHEREABOUTS by Jhumpa Lahiri. In the arc of one year, an unnamed narrator in an unnamed city, in the middle of her life’s journey, realizes that she’s lost her way. The city[Read More…]
WesBanco Bank Announces Retirement of Two Longtime Employees
WesBanco Bank’s Wellsburg branch, is announcing the retirement of two longtime employees, Jeanette Buffington and Madeline Brozstek, who will officailly be retiring Tuesday, Nov. 14.Brozstek started at Wesbanco February 14, 2007, as a part-time teller. After a few years, she moved up to Lead Teller, which is also the job[Read More…]
West Liberty Basketball Alumni and Friends Gather for Unforgettable Weekend Celebration
The West Liberty Basketball Alumni and Friends came together for an extraordinary weekend celebration on Friday, October 20, 2023, at Oglebay Park. The event reunited former players, friends, and supporters in a night filled with reminiscence and camaraderie. The weekend also included Hilltopper football at West Family Stadium as West[Read More…]
Create Your Own State Tree Ornament
West Virginians of all ages, including artists of all disciplines, can create and submit hand-crafted ornaments to be displayed on a Christmas tree at the West Virginia Culture Center this holiday season. Celebrating its 12th anniversary as a First Lady initiative, Artistree 2023 asks West Virginia residents and artists to[Read More…]
DHHR Looking for Care Homes
The West Virginia Dept. of Health and Human Resources needs adult family care homes that can provide a loving, caring environment for aged and disabled adults.The program provides for adults, who need and desire the support, protection and security of family living and offers them the opportunity to live within[Read More…]
Kids Kick Opioids Regional Winners Artwork on Display at the Capitol
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced artwork by students from the Northern Panhandle, who are regional winners of the office’s seventh Kids Kick Opioids contest, will be on display at the State Capitol building from Nov. 3-12.The artwork designs showcasing efforts to raise awareness of opioid abuse were created[Read More…]