EDITOR’S NOTE: The Community Calendar is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Entries appear in chronological order and as space allows.

OLD TIME MUSIC: Join in the first and third Mondays, 7-9 p.m. at The Arts Center in Elkins for an Old Time Music Session. Beginning musicians are encouraged to join in. Fiddle, Mandolin, Guitar, Banjo, Dulcimer, Bass are welcome. Participants enter through the back door. For more information, contact dp-foot@hotmail.com. 

ELKINS-RANDOLPH COUNTY REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY: will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the airport terminal building.

WEDNESDAY PICKIN’: The weekly Wednesday jam sessions,  sponsored by Augusta, are now taking place next-door at Armadillo Flats on Davis Avenue in Elkins. Country Music Jams are from 4:30-6:30 p.m., and Old-Time Jams are from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All levels are welcome, as well as singers and listeners. Look for entry signage (enter from C.J. Maggie’s if ordering food). For more information, call 304-614-9527.

OPEN MIC POETRY NIGHT: will be offered free at The Arts Center on April 11 from 6-8 p.m. Celebrating National Poetry Month, community members are welcome and encouraged to read a poem of their choice (your own work or one of your favorites). Cookies and drinks will be available for guests. 

TYGART VALLEY MASTER NATURALISTS: The Tygart Valley Master Naturalists Chapter starts their Monthly classes Saturday, April 12. Classes are held at the Elkins DNR at 738 Ward Road. Classes run from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information, email kaylhart24@gmail.com.  

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FISH FRY: will be offered Fridays during Lent at St. Brendan Catholic Church Parish Hall on April 11, from 4-7 p.m. each day. The menu will be fish, french fries, coleslaw, bread, dessert and a drink. There is a cost for adults, and a lesser cost for children ages 5 to 12. Children under 5 will be admitted free.

ELKINS PURPLE MAJESTIES: (Red Hats) will meet Monday, April 14 at 11:30 a.m. at the China Cook Restaurant, 1511 Harrison Ave.  All members and guests are welcome.  For additional information, reservations or cancellations call Carole at 304-614-0359.

BROWN BAG CONCERT: will be offered free at The Arts Center on April 16 from 12-1 p.m. Whistlers Children is a recorder trio featuring soprano, alto and bass recorders. Performers include: Katy McClane on soprano, Mary Smakula on alto and Craig Stihler on bass recorder. Found Harmony will be featured in the second half of the program. This duet features Richard McClane on vocals, guitar and fiddle and Katy McClane on flute and vocals. Bring a lunch and friends.

EASTER PARTY: American Legion Post 29 will be hosting a Children’s Easter Party on Friday, April 18, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Calain Hall (upstairs, 4th street entrance). Ages 12 and under. Easter egg hunt, prizes, snacks and the Easter Bunny will be present for pictures. For more information call, 304-636-3930.

CHILDREN’S EASTER PROGRAM: at the Whitmer Community Church will be Friday, April 18 at 7 p.m. 

GOSPEL SING: at Christ’s Church in Horner with the Tribute Quartet on April 19 at 6 p.m. with Pastors Rick and Brenda Wyatt. There will be a love offering received. Everyone welcome. For more information, call 304-613-9207.