A season for miracles
T-L Photo/KIM LOCCISANO
AS MANY struggle in these tough economic times, many charities are struggling to meet holiday demands. Above, Rev. Gary Beale of The House of the Carpenter stands by a near empty freezer he hopes to fill with the 1,800 turkeys needed to feed 900 families at Thanksgiving and another 900 at Christmas. To date, he has only had committments to cover 40 of the turkeys.
THE SEASON of miracles is almomst upon us and local charitable organizations are hoping to pull a few miracles as they work to provided holiday meals and more to hundreds of families this year. But, in order for that to happen, these organizations need help. The House of the Carpenter, which serves those in need across communities in the region whether residents of Ohio, West Virginia or Pennsylvania and The Belmont County Unit of The Salvation Army, headquartered locally in Bellaire, have some very straightforward and staggering needs to meet in the coming weeks in their respective battles to respond to families and individuals they traditionally serve, particularly at this time of year. According to the House of the Carpenter’s Rev. Gary Beale, the need of families in the Ohio Valley is far greater than anyone may imagine. “The need is simple – yet almost impossible to comprehend for most people,” said Bea.
» Full StoryDancing traditions:
There is a new group of dancers in the Ohio Valley, the Heritage Dance Association's German Folk Dance Troupe. The troupe is part of the HDA's newest venture, designed to keep local dance traditions alive.
» Full StoryT-L cookbook semi-finalists face off at festival
THIS YEAR’S Festival of Trees comes with a tasty twist!
Semi-finalists in The Times Leader’s annual Holiday Traditions cookbook recipe contest will be competing on Nov. 16 at the festival for the first time.
Holiday season kicks off:
WHEELING - The 2009 Festival of Trees will open with its sparkling Preview Gala Friday evening at Oglebay’s Pine Room, ushering in a week brimming with activities to delight all age.
» Full StoryMollie O’Brien performs at Towngate on Nov. 19
WHEELING - Wheeling native and internationally renowned singer Mollie O’Brien brings her powerful voice to Towngate Theatre for a special live music performance at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased at the doo.
» Full StoryThe Phoenix Jazz Project, Johnson take Stifel stage
WHEELING - Oglebay Institute’s Jazz at the Stifel series, proudly sponsored by Dinsmore and Shohl, LLP, continues with The Phoenix Jazz Project, featuring Curtis Johnson at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov.14 at the Stifel Fine Arts Center in Wheelin.
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