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Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Morgantown ‘Arts Walk' dates and times for 2025
MORGANTOWN, (WBOY) — Main Street Morgantown held its first 'Arts Walk' in downtown Morgantown for the 2025 summer season, but it'll be the first of several to be held throughout the year. From May until November, each month will have its own Arts Walk and its own theme to go along with it. Each walk will have a collection of vendors on High Street selling food, art, decorations, clothing, jewelry and more. May 10, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Spring Arts Walk June 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Pride in our Community July 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Summer Arts Walk Aug. 9, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Dog Days of Summer & Back to School Sept. 12, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Pep Rally Oct. 3, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Halloween & Cryptid Creatures Nov. 7, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Local for the Holidays Executive Director of Main Street Morgantown Erik Carlson said the Arts Walk are designed to make the most out of downtown Morgantown and attract people who may not normally spend an afternoon in the city learn more about what it has to offer. Major charities in Morgantown merge to better serve public 'We want to have as many reasons as possible for people to come visit our downtown,' Carlson said. 'See the stores that we have, see the offerings that we have, build and support local arts scenes, and hope to see them come down when it's not Arts Walk as well, because there's so many great things that are happening downtown.' To learn more about the Morgantown Arts Walk or or to find out how you can become a vendor at the event, you can visit its official website here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Experience 8 great community events in Sutton this Spring 2025
With Spring in Sutton comes a refreshing wave of community events that showcase all the charm and togetherness the town has to offer. Outdoor festivals, cultural celebrations and other activities are available for everyone during the warmer months. This spring in Sutton, here is a roundup of eight exceptional events that will help you connect with your neighbors and get the most out of the season. Sutton Spring Festival Sutton, known for its luxurious lifestyle, hotels, and casino gaming, attracts players around the world who love to enjoy at physical casinos or online ufc betting gaming sites. The town's annual Sutton Spring Festival kicks off the season on a high note. With a full day of activities for the whole family, the festival happens throughout the weekend. Held in Sutton Central Park, this popular tradition over the two days showcases local food vendors, craft stalls and live music by local talents. Children will have access to face painting, carnival games and a play area with inflatables. The festival ends with a community picnic, where residents can share meals, stories and enjoy the festival. The free event, which is running for both days, consistently draws more than 5,000 visitors, making it Sutton's biggest spring occasion. Community Garden Launch Day The Sutton Community Garden opens its gates for 2025 growing season on April 26. This special launch event invites gardeners of all experience levels to learn about sustainable growing techniques. Experts will lead workshops on spring planting, composting and garden planning throughout the day. Visitors are welcome to take home free seedlings. Starting at 9 AM through 3 PM, the event, held at the Community Garden on Elm Street, is ideal for getting your hands dirty and meeting new fellow gardening fans. Sutton Arts Walk Art lovers won't want to miss the Sutton Arts Walk, which takes place every Saturday in May month. Local galleries, studios and cafés open their doors to showcase works by neighborhood artists. Visitors can take a self-guided stroll through Sutton's historic downtown, pausing to enjoy exhibitions that range from paintings and sculptures to photography and mixed media installation. Many of the artists will be on hand to discuss their work, and some venues serve snacks and drinks. Maps for the Arts Walk are available at the Sutton Community Center and on the town website. Taste of Sutton Food Festival Foodies can experience the sweet and savory of Sutton's amazing culinary offerings. More than 30 local restaurants, bakeries, and specialty food producers will be on hand to serve up small plates and tastings at Sutton Fairgrounds. This year's festival features cooking demonstrations, a local chef competition and workshops exploring international cuisines. Sutton Heritage Day This Sutton Heritage Day event is educational and fun, celebrating Sutton's long history with historical reenactments, traditional crafts demonstrations and guided tours of historic buildings. Local historians will tell stories from Sutton's past and there will be live demonstrations of butter making, weaving, blacksmithing and more that bring history to life. The event runs around Sutton Historical Museum and Village Green with a small entry fee, all of which goes to preservation of the building. Spring into Fitness Community Field Day This health focused festival host's group exercise classes, sports competitions and fitness challenges for all ages and abilities. Local fitness instructors will conduct yoga, dance fitness and circuit training sessions over the course of the day. Kids can join in relay races, obstacle courses and age-appropriate sports events. Health professionals will be present to provide wellness information and brief health assessments. Sutton Spring Market For fans of shopping local, the Sutton Spring Market provides a treasure of handmade goods and locally crafted products. More than 50 vendors will line Main Street to sell everything from artisanal jewelry and apparel to home décor and gourmet food products. The market emphasizes sustainability, as many vendors offer earth-friendly goods and packaging. The festive vibe includes live acoustic music and food trucks. Multicultural Music Festival Finally, the spring event season wraps up with the Multicultural Music Festival on June 7-8 in Sutton Park. This multi-genre celebration of diversity features performances from various musical traditions around the world. Traditional folk dances and contemporary fusion music ensembles highlight Sutton's growing cultural diversity with a wide range of performances. Adding to the experience, there is also international food stalls. The festival will take place from noon until 8 PM each day, with all proceeds supporting local cultural and education projects. These springtime events are a wonderful way to experience what makes Sutton so special. So take your places and gather with fellow-residents to celebrate the season through food, art, music, history — and the joy of connecting with your neighbours outdoors.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Frostburg officials approve budget
FROSTBURG — The 2026 fiscal budget for the city of Frostburg was approved during a Tuesday meeting, and nets a gross income of approximately $200,000. Director of Finance Elaine Jones said budget planners worked with 'the best information currently possible' and that 'mid-year adjustments can occur.' Changes made from the 2025 budget include a $2 increase per unit in the garbage fund. One point of dissent among council members during the budget drafting process was hotel and motel tax allocations, which are awarded to businesses and organizations each year throughout the city. During a recent work session, Commissioner of Finance Donny Carter said he had concerns about the city's largest allocation, to FrostburgFirst, a nonprofit economic development program that promotes the Main Street community. The group requested $30,000 from the city for 2026. Carter owns The Toasted Goat, a popular restaurant on Main Street, and said 'it's hard to support an organization like (FrostburgFirst) when you're seeing no benefit as a business owner.' Carter claimed that 'everything that they do is at City Place' rather than hosting events and benefits on Main Street proper. 'There needs to be more people from downtown involved,' Carter said. During the public comment portion of Tuesday's meeting, FrostburgFirst Executive Director Dierdre Robertson addressed the mayor and City Council. Carter was not at Tuesday's meeting. 'Funding from the city is so significant,' Robertson said. '(Reductions) in these could reduce our capacity for projects.' Robertson said funds from the city help the organization. FrostburgFirst hosts a number of events on Main Street, such as the popular Arts Walk, but there are a 'significant number of projects going on in the background,' she said. 'We're always happy to work toward improvement,' Robertson said. Clory Jackson, president of FrostburgFirst, addressed the council's concerns about a lack of sole proprietors on its board of directors. She said there are two business owners on its board, while there are seats for City Council members and representatives from Frostburg State University. 'We have no shortage of seats,' Jackson said. 'We're always wanting more.' Several business owners and residents gave comments in support of the organization at Tuesday's meeting, which was well-attended. Joe Hoffman, a longtime Frostburg resident, was on FrostburgFirst's original board of directors more than 20 years ago. 'We had so many things that we knew needed done,' he said, 'but you can see now how much we receive (from grants).' Gerry LaFemina, a former president of FrostburgFirst and owner of Savage Mountain Punk Arts, said that the organization 'gets people walking downtown.' 'It's about showing that Frostburg really is cooler here,' LaFemina said. 'These complaints are a part of growth.'
