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…]
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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…]
BCPL Gets into the Spirit with Worldwide Digital Book Club
The nights are growing longer during this magical time of year. To get into the spirit of the season, readers in Brooke County are enjoying a “coming-of-age story of family and the supernatural” for free during Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club. From November 2-16, booklovers with[Read More…]
Almost Heaven Art Exhibition
All West Virginia students in grades K-12 can participate in the 2024 Almost Heaven Governor’s Art Exhibition. Included are all public, private and home school students.Entries are currently being accepted, and the deadline for submissions is Dec. 13 (hand-delivered or postmarked no later than Dec. 6). Only one entry may[Read More…]
Dungeon and Dragons Classes Offered
The Brooke County Library will be holding Dungeons and Dragons classes on Tuesdays from 6–9 p.m. Library volunteers, Game Masters Daniel Melching and David Nixon, will be instructing the classes that are open to middle and high school students.You will learn how to create characters, battle evil creatures, and save[Read More…]
Story Walk at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding a Story Walk. Story Walks combine literacy and outdoor activities. Bring the family and follow the numbered signs to read the fun winter book “How To Catch A Snowman” by Adam Wallace and Andy Elkerton.The Story Walk will be on display during the[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be showing the movie Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning – Part One rated PG-13 on Friday, Nov. 10, at 12 p.m.As enemies encroach from all sides and old alliances sour with betrayal, the skilled Impossible Missions Force agent Ethan Hunt faces the twilight hour of his[Read More…]
Japanese Movie Night at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be showing the Japanese film Sumikkogurashi: Good to be in the corner on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 5 p.m.Beloved characters of “Sumikkogurashi” star in their first-ever movie! “Feeling good here” – with this key phrase, fluffy-looking characters with slightly negative minds huddle together in[Read More…]
Evening Storytime at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be holding an evening storytime with Miss Kim on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 5 p.m. Children will enjoy the story “Over In The Forest”, a craft, snacks and fun. Limited spaces available. Call the circulation desk at 304.737.1551 to register or visit https://brookecountylibs.org/events.