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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.
RANDOLPH COUNTY DEMOCRATS: are holding their annual picnic fundraiser today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Elkins City Park (large pavilion). This year's theme is "Let Freedom and Democracy Ring." There will be music, a 50/50 drawing, a hand-crocheted shawl auction, and a dessert auction.There will also be a recognition of the Randolph County "Democrat of the Year." Attendees are asked to bring a covered dish to share and a dessert to be auctioned. Drinks and tableware will be provided. This is a family friendly event and all are welcome. For more information call 304-641-0751.
MEATBALL HOAGIE FUNDRAISER: There will be a meatball hoagie sale Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Beverly Fire Hall. The sale is a fundraiser for Chris See and the hoagies are being made by the St. Patrick's Guild of Coalton. Carry-out or delivery is available. Contact Jim at 304-546-6477 for more information.
HOMESTEAD BACK-TO-SCHOOL FUN EVENT: a free entry Interact Children's Museum is scheduled for Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Homestead Community and Event Center located at 4051 Seneca Trail, Valley Bend. All children and families are welcome to join the activities. Concessions will be available for purchase.
PURPLE MAJESTIES: The Elkins Purple Majesties Red Hatters will meet Aug. 14 at Ellie Mays Restaurant at Elk Springs Resort in Monterville. Lunch of trout or chicken will be served at noon. If you are attending this luncheon and would like to carpool or for directions, meet at the Big Lots parking lot at 9:45 a.m. For reservations, call Queen Connie Collins at 304-478-4710.
EHS CLASS OF 1973: will host the 50th reunion at the Phil Gainer Community Center on Friday from 7-10 p.m. Dinner and activities will be at Camp Pioneer at Beverly on Saturday, starting at 5 p.m. Reminisce with 65 classmates from 10 states. Reservations are required. For more information, call Laurella at 304-636-7847.
ROSIE THE RIVETER CELEBRATION: Our Town, Inc. is hosting the third Rosie the Riveter Celebration at Halliehurst Mansion on the campus of Davis and Elkins College on Saturdafrom 1:30-3 p.m. There will be a program and induction of five new Rosies followed by light refreshments. Space is limited. Reservations may be made to 304-636-0415.
RANDOLPH COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL: August meeting will be Friday, Aug. 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Homestead Community Center in Dailey. This is a covered dish dinner and auction for the Scholarship Fund. Please bring a dish and an item for the auction. All Randolph County retired school personnel are welcome. For more information, call 304-636-7649.
BELINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1960: will hold a reunion on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 1-5 p.m. in the Belington Community Center (old school gymnasium). Refreshments will be provided. Enjoy spending time with old friends, reliving memories and exchanging updates of the last 63 years. Spend an afternoon of laughter and relaxation. For more information, contact Butch (Ronnie) Ryan at 304-823-1124.
VFW POST NO. 5781: will host a meat shoot for 12 gauge shotguns on Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the post home in Harman. Refreshments will be provided. The next shoot is scheduled for Sept. 16. For information contact Danie Ours at 304-227-4349.
HOUSE TOUR TUESDAYS: Free public tours of the historic Kump House continue every Tuesday afternoon from 3-5 p.m. throughout the summer. New Wild, Wonderful Woods interpretive displays and upstairs rooms are included in the tour. The house is at 401 Randolph Ave., Elkins (across from Kroger) and parking is available in the rear, accessible via Seneca Road.