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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.
BUTTERFLY SALE: Our Town, Inc. will host a Butterfly Sale, the painted butterflies that are exhibited downtown, today from 1-3 p.m. at the Dann Building at the corner of Third St and Davis Ave.directly across from Elkins Sewing Center. Those on reserve must be picked up that day or call to make other arrangements; otherwise, first come, first served. For more information, call 304-636-0415.
HOOKED ON FISHING NOT ON DRUGS: Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs at the Phil Gainer Community Center is set for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. today. HOFNOD is a non-profit event that promotes outdoor recreation while educating local youth on the dangers of substance abuse. All participants can expect door prizes, games, resource vendors, and a functioning concession stand.
CEMETERY CAKEWALK: will be today at the Talbott Community Building on the Talbott Road. Proceeds will benefit the Talbott Cemetery. Kitchen opens at 5 p.m., with the cakewalk at 7 p.m.
MEALS ON WHEELS: Meals on Wheels of Randolph County’s annual business meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 17, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the board room of the Davis Medical Center on Gorman Avenue. All current and past board members and volunteers are invited to attend. Please call the office at 304-636-4919 to reserve your spot.
FUNDRAISING EVENT: Davis Medical Center Volunteer Services will host a Books Are Fun Fundraising Event on Thursday, May 18, from 6:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the Marketplace Lobby. Lots of books and gift items will be available for purchase. Show your Books Are Fun receipt and receive a 20% discount in the Gift Garden Gift Shop and a $1 off any Grande or Venti size beverage at Starbucks WPS on the day of this event.
USED BOOK SALE: The Elkins-Randolph Library Book Sale is organized by the Friends of the Library (Bookhounds). Funds are being raised to support the renovation and expansion of the Library. For more information, visit \http://elkinslibrary.com/friends-of-the-library–bookhounds. The sale is at the damaged library location, 416 Davis Avenue, Elkins on Friday, May 19, and Saturday, May 20 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Friends of the Library members will have private access to the sale from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 19.
RANDOLPH COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL: will hold ITS May meeting Friday, May 19 at 12:30 p.m. at the Steer Steakhouse. Scholarship winners will be announced. a silent auction for scholarships will be held. All retired school personnel are welcome.
EMMA SCOTT ANNUAL PLANT SALE: The Emma Scott Garden Club presents its "Ninth Annual, Floral, Food and Fun” event on Saturday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Randolph County Community Arts Center. Plants will be offered for a reasonable price along with bazaar items and freshly baked goods. Proceeds from the event help fund the club’s many projects throughout the year. Contact Bobbi at 304-636-0415 for more information.
VFW POST 5781: will host a 12-gauge shotgun event May 20 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the post home in Harman. Refreshments will be provided. For information, contact Danie Ours at 304-227-4348.
GOSPEL SING: Valley Bend Presbyterian Church in East Dailey will host a gospel sing on May 20 at 7:pm. Featuring the Chewnings. Everyone welcome.
LIONS CLUB OF ELKINS CHICKEN BARBECUE: The Lions Club of Elkins will have a chicken barbecue on Saturday, May 20 at the parking lot across from Davis Electrical Service on Randolph Avenue (former IGA). The meal will include half a chicken, two side items, roll, dessert and bottled water. The meals will be ready for drive-thru and walk-up pickup by 11 a.m.
BUCKWHEAT FEED: Randolph Lodge IOOF will host a sourdough buckwheat breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 20, at the Lodge Hall on the Beverly Five-lane. The menu will include sourdough buckwheat cakes, regular pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage, coffee, milk and orange juice.
EHS CLASS OF 1973: Elkins High School class of 1973 is planning its 50th class reunion for Aug. 11 and 12. If you are planning to attend, contact Laurella Hardesty Lawrence at 304-636-7874 by July 1.