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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 as space allows.
ELKINS FARMERS MARKET: Open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon behind the Railroad Depot in Elkins. Parking can be found behind the Center Branch Church (formerly the Summit Church) buildings. The market consists of a large variety of vegetables during the growing season, eggs, cakes, cookies, jams, breads, flowers, crafts and many more items.
ART OF POLITICAL POSTERS EXHIBIT: is on display now through Nov. 3 at 117 Third Street (the Randolph County Democratic Headquarters) in Elkins. Hours are Wednesdays through Fridays from 2-6 p.m., and on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Some extended hours during the Forest Festival. This exhibit illustrates the power of graphics and typography to inspire action. Poster paper and markers are available for visitors to create their own poster. For more information, visit www.randolphcountydems.com.
MON FOREST TOWNS COMMUNITY ACTION EVENT: will be today from 5-7 p.m. at the Ascend Basecamp offices in the Railyard Event and Conference Center, 50 Roundhouse Way, Elkins. Learn about the exciting projects happening in Elkins and in the Mon Forest region including new trails, public art, volunteer crews, and downtown and riverside development plans. See how you can get involved. For more information, visit monforesttowns.org
WEDNESDAY PICKIN': Country music and old-time music jam sessions are no longer held at the Elkins City Park. They will be held at the Grace Davis Residences Community Building, the large red building at the cornoer of Gorman Avenue and Market Street. The events are free and open to all. Country music is from 3:30 to 6 p.m. and old-time music is from 6 to 8 p.m. Players, singers and listeners are welcome. If you have any questions, call 304-614-9527. Please note, Wednesday Pickin'will not take place on major holidays that occur on Wednesday.
REVIVAL: Brady Gate Church will host a revival Oct. 16-18. On Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. Matt Kidd will be preaching and Alexa Mayle will be singing. On Oct 17 at 7 p.m. Leroy Dodrill will be preaching and Heaven Bound will be performing. On Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. Rick Cooper will be preaching and Brett and Dawn Carr will be singing.
BUCKWHEAT AND PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Randolph Lodge IOOF will host a sourdough buckwheat breakfast at the lodge hall along the Beverly Five-lane on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 7 a.m. to noon. The menu will include sourdough buckwheat cakes, regular pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage, eggs, coffee, milk and orange juice. Carry outs will be available.
MEAT SHOOT: VFW Post 5781 will host a meat shoot on Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. at the post home in Harman. Refreshments will be served. The last shoot of the year will be held on Nov. 21. For information, contact Danie Ours at 304-227-4349.
NO KINGS-VOTE EARLY RALLY will be Saturday, Oct. 17, at 11 a.m. in front of the Randolph County Courthouse, Randolph Ave., Elkins. Bring signs for the Honk and Wave event. Sponsored by the Randolph County Democrats.
SPAGHETTI DINNER: St. Patrick's Parish Hall in Coalton will host a spaghetti dinner on Sunday, Oct. 18, from noon to 5 p.m. There will be dine-in and carry-out available.
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. Contact dp-foot@hotmail.com.
ELKINS HISTORY TALKS: The Elkins History Talks will be given at Kump Education Center at 7 p.m. in the Optimum Learning Lab beside the old garage. On Oct. 21, Rob Whetsell will describe the Early History of Elkins, and on Nov. 11 Heather Biola will talk about H.G. Kump's time as Mayor of Elkins when the City got its 1920's state-of-the-art water system.
FALL FESTIVAL: Harrison Community Church will host a Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat featuring crafts, games and more from 4-6 p.m. on Oct. 24 at 1868 Cassity Road, Mabie WV 26278.
FALL FESTIVAL: The Family Support Center at Youth Health Service is partnering with the Randolph County Family Resource Network, Parents as Teachers and Elkins Parks and Recreation to hold a Fall Festival on Friday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Phil Gainer Community Center in Elkins. In addition to the FSCs annual Trunk-or-Treat event, an array of family friendly activities is planned for the evening, including: a photo booth, pumpkin carving and literacy activities. This event is completely free of charge and all are welcome to join in on the fall fun.
BUCKWHEAT FEED: will be Saturday, Nov. 7 from 8 a.m. to noon at Asbury United Methodist Church in Belington. Pancakes will also be available. There will be a cost for adults, and a lesser cost for children.
TOPS 0590 MILL CREEK: meets at the Russell Memorial Library in Mill Creek every Wednesday. Weigh-in is from 10:30-10:45 a.m. The meeting follows weigh-in. For information, call 304-338-6403.
TOPS 0599: will meet Thursdays at the Good Shepherd Church at 312 Wilson Street in Elkins, with weigh in from 4-4:30 p.m. with a meeting to follow. For more information, call Sandy at 304-591-2828 or Carolyn at 304-636-3109.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY: meets every Friday at 6 p.m. at the Refinery in the Seneca Mall. For information, call 304-997-1306.