The Soroptimist International of Charleston will be holding its annual spring fashion show on March 27, 2010 at the University of Charleston Ballroom.
Watch the upcoming trends for spring come alive on the catwalk with the latest fashion from shops like Cache, Chico’s and Kelley’s Mens Shop. Attendees can also partake in the silent auction of over 40 different themed baskets. Ric Cochran will be the commentator for the show.
Show starts at 11:30am. Tickets are $25 each and includes lunch. Register for the show at www.ywcacharleston.org or by calling …

Title: Spring Break CampLocation: Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia One Clay Square Charleston, West Virginia 25301 (304) 561-3517Link out: Click hereDescription: How Things Work!
March 23-26, 10 am – noon
Fee: $35 for the Clay Center members, $45 for non-members
From music to animal adaptations to machinery, spend this spring break exploring how all kinds of everyday things are able to do what they do.
Space is limited. Pre-registration and payment are required. Please call (304) 561-3508 to register by March 16! Start Date: 2010-03-23End Date: 2010-03-26

Title: Spring Break Activities Location: Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia One Clay Square Charleston, West Virginia 25301 (304) 561-3517Link out: Click hereDescription: March 24 – 28, noon – 4 pm
Please join us for our Spring Break Activities! Each day you will be able to read facts about a different artist and make a work similar to some of their own artistic creations. (Activities happen daily except for March 27 when you can join us for Eggstravaganza!)
Wednesday, March 24
Paul Cézanne/Still Life Drawing
Thursday, March 25
Georges Seurat/Pointillism …

Title: The Bayer Crop Science Colesmouth Concert SeriesLocation: Alban Arts and Conference Center PO Box 1486 St. Albans, WV 25177 304 721 8896Link out: Click hereDescription: A monthly soundstage presentation of songwriters and musicians from West Virginia and the surrounding region set in the recently restored historic Alban Movie Theatre now under operation by the \”Friends of the Alban\” as The Alban Arts and Conference Center located on Olde Main Street, St. Albans, WV.
We are a non-profit endeavor with major funding from Bayer Crop Science.
Date: 2010-03-20

Charleston Stage Company is pleased to announce the cast of its fourth production of the season: “Flaming Guns of the Purple Sage” by Jane Martin. The cast includes Kelly Strom as Big 8, Shawn Price as Rob Bob, Kim Waybright as Shedevil, Julie Marks as Shirl, Tim Mace as Black Dog, Greg Stone as Baxter Blue, and Montana Rock as Memphis Donnie Pride.
Frieda Forsley will direct this production, which opens at the WVSU Capitol Center Theatre 123 Summers Street in downtown Charleston. Performances will run April 15-17 and 22-24. …

Local actor Joe Miller was awarded the “Best Actor” Award for his performance in Charleston Stage Company’s production of Underneath the Lintel at the Southeastern Theatre Conference’s Community Theatre Festival held this past weekend in Lexington Kentucky.
The festival featured over 15 play productions performed by community theatres from ten states throughout the southeast, including productions from Florida, North Carolina, Alabama, Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Underneath the Lintel, by playwright Glen Berger, won first place in the West Virginia Community Theatre Festival held this past November in Morgantown. Directed by …

Title: Eggstravaganza!Location: Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia One Clay Square Charleston, West Virginia 25301 (304) 561-3517Link out: Click hereDescription: Saturday, March 27, 11 am – 4 pm
Hop on over for some fun during a day celebrating the incredible egg! Join us for egg hunts, egg dyeing ($1 for 2 eggs; supplies limited), egg-citing science demos and more. You can also meet our special guest for the day – the Easter Bunny!
Sponsored by: W. Shane Holmes, OrthodontistDate: 2010-03-27

Title: Wonders of the New River Gorge with National Park Ranger Dave CaldwellLocation: Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia One Clay Square Charleston, West Virginia 25301 (304) 561-3517Link out: Click hereDescription: Wednesday, March 10, 12:15 pm
The New River is one of the oldest rivers in the world and the gorge that it has carved through southern West Virginia creates important habitat for rare and endangered species. Join a park ranger from New River Gorge National River to learn about some of the amazing …

Title: Jewelry Making with Connie McColley Location: Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia One Clay Square Charleston, West Virginia 25301 (304) 561-3517Link out: Click hereDescription: Saturday, March 20, 1 – 5 pm
Fee: $55 for Clay Center members; $65 for non-members
Spend an afternoon creating your own unique jewelry! Local artist Connie McColley will instruct participants in this beginner class, covering basic wire beading, making jump rings and ear wires using sterling silver wire with glass or semi-precious stones. Students will also have the option …

Title: The Art and Science of Beer with Rich IrelandLocation: Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia One Clay Square Charleston, West Virginia 25301 (304) 561-3517Link out: Click hereDescription: Saturday, March 13, 1 – 5 pm
Fee: $35 for Clay Center members; $45 for non-members
Join local beer expert Rich Ireland for an afternoon of fun and learning! In addition to learning about beer ingredients, styles and the brewing process, participants will learn about the fascinating history of beer – from ancient times to the New …