Williamsburg Shooting Match
Fall is here, so come join us for the Williamsburg Shooting Match that will be held on Sept. 21. The match will begin at 7 p.m. and will be eight rounds, 12-gauge guns only. Full choke, .660 inch minimum. Screw in chokes must be from a recognized supplier (patented) and extend no more than 3 inches beyond original barrel. Barrel length 34” maximum. First seven rounds at $2.50 per shot, eighth round 50/50 at $7.50 per shot. Shooters must compete in the first seven rounds in order to compete in the eighth round. 50/50 splatter match is $1 per chance between rounds. Cash prizes will be awarded. You do not need to be a shooter to win! Come early! Come hungry! Delicious hot food and refreshments will be available starting at 5 p.m. Families welcomed, you don’t have to shoot to come get a meal! The match will be held at the Community Building 6571 Shoestring, Trail, Williamsburg, WV. We hope to see you all there. Sponsored by a joint effort of the Williamsburg Community Action. For more information and directions visit our website www.williamsburgwv.com or contact Bill Jarvis at 304-645-3690.
Shepherd’s Center 25th anniversary
The Shepherd’s Center of Greenbrier Valley will host a 25th anniversary event where Ann McClung will be honored with a Community Service Award on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. at the WVSOM Student Center. There will be live music by the M.T.s, a tribute to Booker T. and the M.G.s, instrumental soul of the ‘60s, as well as an original film by B.J. Gudmundsson, a silent auction, and a cash bar. Cocktail attire.
Shepherd’s Center of Greenbrier Valley was started by Ann McClung in 1999 after a visit to Shepherd’s Centers of America in Kansas City, MO. Seven area churches agreed to sponsor the formation of Shepherd’s Center of Greenbrier Valley, a State Charter was obtained, and the organization was off and running. Adventures in Learning started in 1999 with 45 participants and now has approximately 150 registrants. Additionally, Shepherd’s Center is home to Gwen’s Meals, Handy Helper, Friendly Visitor, transportation to medical appointments or grocery shopping for those who are no longer driving, and being a senior resource center in the area. There are now 27 area congregations that support and sponsor this incredible work.
RSVP online at https://scgvwv.org/donate and click on Donate Now. Individual tickets are $125. To pay by mail, please send a check to SCGV, P.O. Box 54, Lewisburg, WV 24901. To pay in person, please bring a check or credit card to the office during office hours at 1133 Washington Street, Lewisburg. There are still sponsorship opportunities available. Call 304-645-4196 for more information.
Alderson Farmers Market
is held each Tuesday from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. beginning May 7 – Oct. 29. They offer WIC, senior vouchers, carrot club for children, stretch, snap, and they accept credit cards (purchases must be $5 or more).
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers available
The Greenbrier County Committee on Aging now has vouchers available for the 2024 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
Vouchers are available at the following locations:
- Western Greenbrier Senior Center, 284 Greenbrier Street Rupert 304-392-5138. Monday through Friday 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
- Eastern Greenbrier Senior Center, 150 Taylor Lane Fairlea 304-645-1978. Monday through Friday. 8 to 10 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
Must be at least 60 years of age and meet income guidelines. Bring ID with proof of age.
Veteran’s Memorial Museum
of Southern West Virginia, 419 Ballangee Street, Hinton, WV, is open Saturdays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Call 304-466-4443 for more information or to schedule a tour.