Downtown Lewisburg kicks off summer with First Fridays After Five on Friday, June 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music, meet talented artists, catch late evening shopping deals and have a refreshment or two, all free to the public. Everyone is welcome!
Live Music will be performed in the Greenspace by the very talented Jim Snyder.
Peoples Bank started as a community bank on Feb. 6, 1902, making this year our 120th Birthday! As part of the celebration, Peoples Bank is giving back with 120 Acts of Kindness in the communities in which we serve. Come celebrate with us at our Downtown Lewisburg branch as part of the First Friday event on June 3! We will have a beverage-themed gift basket for raffle! (1085 Washington St E 304-645-4530)
Bella the Corner Gourmet is sampling California Chardonnay & Cabernet Sauvignon from Vineyard Origins. As always, a delish platter of gourmet goodies will swirl around, too. There may even be a surprise bubbly for the celebratory crowd! (Questions? 304-520-4921/1017 Washington Street E / @BellaGourmetWV)
Happy First FriGAY of Pride Month! CountySeat Arts and Music is excited to host an opening for artist Kelsie Tyson. Drop by for the sassy, sometimes, classy, always fantastic WV art, stay for the always sassy and charming Kelsie! 5:30-7:30 (848 Court Street next to Merry Weathers, 304-405-6045)
Wolf Creek is excited to be showing handmade leather bags by Ron Swanburg. Ron is a peer and self taught leathersmith initially making and marketing his craft for Michigan arts and craft shows. He moved to West Virginia in ’74 and found home and a climate of respect for hand-made craft with a willingness to support it. All his leathers are cow hide and hand stitched. And the designs are traditional or uniquely his own. (967 Washington Street 304-645-5270)
The Briergarten is offering small $1 servings of B3 – Briergarten Birthday Brew’s. (121 Stratton Alley, 304-520-4039)
A New Chapter Book Store will have Tarot Card Readings and Light Refreshments. (922 Washington Street West, 681-318-3501)
Cooper Art Gallery features artist Lynn Boggess with her opening exhibit. (1067 Washington Stret 304-661-1752)
Lee Street Studios Schoolhouse Gallery Summer Splash Art Show & Studio Crawl, handmade artesian goods. (232 N Lee Street 304-645-1113)
Mountain Momma is having a great First Fridays Deal: Buy One Get One Free on all consignment! Also, all new inventory including graphics will be 10% Off! (1102 Washington Street E 304-992-2443)
The Shoe Box is offering up a sweet GIFT with any TEVA purchase! Grab some sandals for the entire family, and receive a gift with purchase! (847 N Court St, 681-318-3377)
Little Black Box Bra Boutique continues to celebrate its 15th Anniversary with a First Fridays Deal: 15% Off any purchase of $100 or more. (818 Jefferson St S 304-645-6646)
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central will be featuring the Family Refuge Center to promote their event on June 11 “WoMen’s Night Out.” A night of food, fun, and philanthropy as they raise funds and awareness to eliminate domestic and sexual violence in our communities. Refreshments will be served to those joining us. Office contact: Albany Byers, Linda Rodgers, (1018 E Washington Street, 304-645-6633)
Stop by The Greenbrier Valley Visitors Center to view our June “Art in the Valley” series which features two unique art shows. In the Gallery, local artist Margaret Golden presents her show titled “My Home Among the Hills”, a collection of watercolor, acrylic, and digital paintings highlighted by the addition of two felt pieces created by her daughter, Sara. Hailing from Pocahontas County, Peggy Owens’ colorful show will be displayed in the Art Alcove. Peggy’s exhibit features glass mosaics, acrylics, fused glass pieces, photography, and mixed media. You won’t want to miss this eclectic show titled “ADHD Meets AARP”! She has two rules: “1) Never again follow rules and 2) Don’t do anything that’s not fun!” Music throughout the evening will be performed by G.R.O.U.P., a local ukulele band. And be sure to get your Rubber Ducky tickets and find out about the upcoming Ronceverte River Festival. Members of local Garden Clubs will also be on hand with quilt raffle tickets and info on the June 11, 2022 Greenbrier Valley Home and Garden Tour. (905 Washington Street W 304-645-1000)
Stop by Patina for Live Celtic music by Patrick O’Flaherty along with complimentary drinks and Girl Scout cookies. (1046 Washington Street E, 520-4960)
Seldom Free will play on Hill & Holler’s stage from 7 to 9 p.m. Come tap your feet while you eat delicious pizza and mouth-watering wings! (970 North Jefferson Street, 304-647-4429)
Finish off your evening at The Asylum with Thomas Taylor Band! (399 Randolph Street East, 681-318-3515)
First Fridays is sponsored by City National Bank and the Shops & Restaurants of Downtown Lewisburg. For more information check us out online at visitlewisburgwv.com or facebook.com/firstfridaysafter5 or instagram.com/firstfridaysafter5 or call 304-645-6646.
