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Filters of Light and Color — the Art of Sharon Stackpole

Sharon Stackpole’s art is difficult to define. Her mixed-media pieces are whimsical but not precious; comfortable but edgy; nostalgic but not corny… in fact, her art is so full of contrasts that it’s difficult to write this review of her exhibit in a way that will inspire you to hoof it on over to the Purple Moon and check out her exhibit for yourself, but that’s exactly what you should do!

A World Without Racism

Quinci Day Shavers and her winning entry for the YWCA “A World Without Racism” juried art exhibit

What would a world without racism look like?  That question was posed to artists and students by the YWCA of Charleston in their recent “A World Without Racism” art contest.  Artists from kindergarten through adulthood were asked to visualize [...]

[PHOTO] Quarrier Street

Ah, the Art Deco-ness of it all!  I love Quarrier Street.  It looks like this photo was taken years ago, but it was actually taken recently.
photo copyright 2008
Rebecca Burch

[HOW TO] Survive Awkward Family Holiday Visits

     Halloween is almost here, but the real terror comes after the candy’s all eaten and costumes are put away.   I’m talking about the upcoming Holiday season, filled with opportunities for long visits with difficult relatives.  We all have someone whose visits fill us with dread, and chances are they’re planning a visit to your [...]

[HOW TO] Lose Weight On The Cheap

 
Obesity is a serious problem in West Virginia.  According to the WV DHHR, West Virginia has the third highest obesity level in the nation.  While it’s important to understand that everyone has a different body style and ideal weight, it’s never a bad idea to shed a few extra pounds and develop a healthy lifestyle.  Here [...]

[FESTIVAL] Sometimes You Feel Like A Nut …

 
The 54th Annual Black Walnut Festival is set to kick off Thursday, October 9th, and will run until the evening of Sunday, October 12th in Spencer, West Virginia.  It’s always a good time.  Here are ten reasons you should go:

1.  The Kid’s Day Parade.  The Children’s day parade starts on Friday, the 10th, at noon. [...]