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EDITOR'S NOTE: The Datebook is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Because of numerous entries, items may appear for only one week. Entries appear in chronological order and as there is space. The deadline for submissions is 4 p.m.
FUNDRAISER: Masquerade Jewelry & Gift Sale at the Market Place Lobby of Davis Medical Center on Thursday from 6:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Davis Health System Foundation Volunteer Services Fund. Receive a 20 percent discount in the Gift Garden and $1 off any Grande or Venti size hot or cold beverage at Starbucks WPS with your Masquerade purchase.
RANDOLPH COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONNEL: will hold their March meeting on Friday at 12:30 p.m. at the Steer Steakhouse, Representatives from the West Virginia Attorney General's Office will present a program on Senior Fraud and Scams. A scholarship auction will be held at that time. All retirees of Randolph County Schools are welcome to attend.
SAVE A STRAY SOIREE: The Friends of the Tucker County Animal Shelter will host the Save a Stray Soiree on Saturday from 5-9 p.m. There will be a meal, silent auction, live music and guest speakers. All money goes to the shelter’s project of building a new facility. Tickets may be bought online at tcanimalshelter.org. Formal wear required
BULLDOGS PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER: will be held Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon in the dining hall at the Homestead Community and Event Center in Dailey. The menu includes sourdough buckwheat or regular pancakes, eggs, sausage, beverage, warm syrup and sugar free. Dine in or carry out. Proceeds support the Tygart Valley High School after graduation senior class all night party. The event is hosted by the Tygart Valley Lions Club and Home of the Soul Family Worship in partnership with the Tygart Valley Homestead Association.
CAKE WALK AND HOT DOG DINNER: There will be a cake walk and hot dog dinner Saturday at the St. Parish Hall in Coalton, with dinner beginning at 4 p.m. The menu includes hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, nachos and cheese, soft drinks and coffee. Carry outs will be available. The cake walk will begin at 5:30 p.m. There will be a basket auction and specialty baked goods. All proceeds benefit Evert Lemons.
OPEN HOUSE: Elkins Christian Academy Open House will be Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon for grades PreK, third and fourth through 12th grade. There will be information about the Hope Scholarship which will pay all necessary expenses, take a tour of our school, and meet our amazing teachers. The school is located in Glenmore Acres at 14 Brookside Drive, Elkins. For more information, call 304-591-4554.
CHICKEN BURN: There will be a chicken burn fundraiser Saturday with dinners being ready by 1 p.m. at the Stevens Realty Parking lot. There will be 150 pre-orders sold. To order text April Bodkin at 304-642-2424 or send a Facebook message to Andrea Cassidy or Steve Cassidy. The menu will include a half chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, sweet Hawaiian roll, water and desert. The event is a fundraiser for Dave Auvil and family.
BENEFIT CAKEWALK AND AUCTION: to benefit the Hinchman family, who lost their home to a fire, will be Sunday, at the Homestead Community and Event Center at 4 p.m. Concessions will be available. Donations for the cakewalk and auction are being accepted. Contact Natasha Hulver by phone or text at 204-614-5696 to make donations.
CHILDREN'S EASTER PARTY: The American Legion Auxiliary will be hosting a Children's Easter Party, Wednesday, April 5, from 6-8 p.m. upstairs in Calain Hall. There will be snacks, gift bags, an Easter egg hunt (bring your own basket), and of course, the Easter Bunny. The hunt will be by age groups, ages 2-4, 5-8 and 9-12. Please use the 4th Street entrance at the rear of our building. For more information, call 304-636-3930.
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE: Calvary Assembly of God Church on Route 219 in Valley Head will have a Good Friday Service on Friday, April 7, at 6 p.m.
EASTER EGG HUNT: Calvary Assembly of God on Route 219 in Valley Head will have a Family Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8, at 1 p.m. There will be photo opportunities for families.
SUNDAY SERVICES: King's Wedding Chapel is opening for Sunday services April 9 for Easter Sunday and every second and fourth Sunday afterward at 11 a.m.
RESURRECTION SUNDAY SERVICE: Calvary Assembly of God Church on Route 219 in Valley Head will host a Easter service at 10:45 a.m.
PURPLE MAJESTIES MEETING: The Elkins Purple Majesties will meet for their April 10 luncheon at Lambert's Winery in Weston. The meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon. The spring lunch will consist of chicken salad on a bed of lettuce with a croissant and fruit on the side. Ice cream with blackberry sauce will complete the meal. There will be a cost for lunch. For reservations, please call Queen Connie Collins at 304-478-4710. The gift shop and winery will be open.
COMMUNITY BABY PANTRY: A Community Baby Pantry will be at the Phil Gainer Community Center April 14 fom 1 0.a.m-noon, and 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. The community baby pantry is open to all Randolph County families with children under the age of five years old. All children are welcome to diapers, wipes, formula, hygiene products, and more. All items are free of charge.
BLOOD SCREENING: The Elkins Kiwanis Club will be holding their Health Awareness Blood Screening on April 15 and April 22 at the Randolph County Senior Center from 7-10 a.m. There is a charge for the basic multiphasic blood test. Other tests are available for an additional cost. This is an excellent opportunity to check for high cholesterol and diabetes among other health issues. For more information, please call 1-800-524-3414 or go to www.pamedlabs.com.
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY: Mountaineer Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry will be at Camp Pioneer 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 25. Items include a protein, vegetable, fruit, carb, dairy, and more. All items are free of charge.
BASEMENT SALE: The United Women in Faith will host a basement sale at the First United Methodist Church, 52 S. Florida St., Buckhannon 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. May 2. Gently used items including clothing, housewares and other miscellaneous items for sale.
FISH FRY: The Saint Brendan Catholic Church is holding a Lenten Fish Fry at Parish Hall each Friday (except Good Friday) during Lent from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dine-in or carry out is available and the menu consists of fish, french fries, cole slaw, bread, dessert, and a drink. Proceeds support projects from the Knights of Columbus.