Marilyn Cooper, a native West Virginian, opened Cooper Gallery in 1995 and says "landscapes of the region have proven to be the most sought after by local and national collectors”.
Cooper Gallery, located in the historical town of Lewisburg, WV, will be exhibiting Max Hayslette’s art September 1-30. A reception will be held today Saturday, September 4, from 5:00 – 8:00 pm.-- stop by and meet the artist and see his art work.
"Hayslette’s landscapes and small abstracts are doing well", says Cooper. Hayslette, a former West Virginian, was born in Rupert in 1930. He had his first art show at the age of 16 in Rainelle, West Virginia. This year, Max Hayslette celebrates his 81stbirthday. Below is just one of Max Hayslette’s paintings that will be showcased at the Cooper Gallery for the month of September.
"Lynn Boggess’ plein air oil paintings continue to lead sales".
“One of the top sellers is young artist Evan Boggess, son of Lynn Boggess, whose realistic figurative work with a touch of edginess is catching the eye of serious collectors," says Cooper.
"Jessica Roczniak’s portraits of local farm animals continue to fly out the door".Her paintings will be onexhibitionOctober 1-31, 2010, with a reception on Friday, October 1, 5:00 – 8:00 pm.
You will find sculptures, photography, paintings and ceramics in this beautiful gallery as noted in the below presentation:
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The Greenbrier Historical Society’s FIRST Annual Ice Cream Social will be held at the North House Museum in Lewisburg, West Virginia. All proceeds for this event will benefit the restoration of the North House Portico.
Where: On the Lawn of the North House, 301 Washington St., Lewisburg WV
Enjoy, fresh hand-dipped ice cream on a cone or cup!
Music by Blue Ridge Blend and Pushin’ String
Purchase tickets by calling the North House at 304-645-3398 or by visiting the North House. Tickets can also be purchased at the door the day of the event.
Child $3
Adults $5
Family $10
If you have never taken a tour of the North House...this is your chance to tour the museum FREE.
Free parking available behind the museum. Tents and restrooms will be provided.
Bring lawn chairsand blankets and enjoy an evening of some good music and hand-dipped ice cream, and don't forget to take a tour of the North House Museum.
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If You Are Looking for Healthy and Specialty Foods,
Go to Edith's Store in Lewisburg, WV
Edith McKinley, proprietor of Edith’s Health and Specialty Store in Lewisburg, West Virginia, serving Greenbrier County and beyond since 1986.
The first thing you see when you walk into Edith’s Health and Specialty Store is a large Oak Tree.The building was owned by Paula Greer who ran the Lewisburg Florist Shop.Paula, when renovating added an Oak tree in the middle of the store. Edith feels like it was done for her as it is “A Tree of Life” so perfect for her business and thanks Paula for her foresight for adding a tree in the store.Edith says it is “the only oak tree in the middle of town and is located in the center of my store”.Edith purchased the building and moved to this new location two years ago.
The store is spacious, considering there is a tree in it, and there is a downstairs or the root cellar as Edith calls it since the base of the tree is there.
At Edith’s you will find not only an extensive supply, but a very good quality of supplements from very reputable distributors.She not only sells supplements, but healthy food and healthy skin care. "Anything that gets absorbed through your skin goes into your bloodstream", says Edith "and you shouldn’t put anything on your skin that you are not willing to eat."
Other items you will find at Edith's are, dairy free and other special diet foods (gluten-free and Vegan), health pet foods, laundry detergent and cleaning supplies, body care products, and local West Virginia products that makes great gifts, books on nutrition and some cookbooks.
If you love to try different teas or coffee, you will find a wall full of different ones to satisfy your taste buds.
“More and more customers, about 20%, are asking for gluten-free products,” says Edith.“More people are eating vegetarian only and we get a lot of request for Vegan products (animal-free products).”
In the root cellar you will find a wall of spices and herbs, bulk dried goods and nuts, seeds, beans, rice, cornmeal and flour. And, an abundant supply of household cleaning supplies
Edith with 24 years of experience runs a well-maintained store.She says “customers are our best teachers, they tell us what products works and what doesn’t work. ….”
Stop by and check out all the fabulous items Edith carries.She will be glad to talk about her products and help you select teas, coffee, herbs and spices, supplements, health and fine body care products, and much more.
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Opened for Business is the Impressive New Greenbrier Valley Visitors Center in Lewisburg, WV
The Center is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday Noon to 5:00 PM.
The Greenbrier County Convention and Visitors Bureau will strive each day to positively impact the area’s economy by marketing the region as a premier tourist destination. The Greenbrier Valley is the second most visited region in the state with 1.3 million visitors annually and an economic impact of more than $223 million.
Greenbrier County Visitors Center
200 W. Washington Street, Lewisburg, WV 24901
Call: (304) 645-1000) Toll-Free 1-800-833-2068
If you have questions about places to visit, events, tours, restaurants, shopping, etc., stop by the Center for answers, brochures, maps, and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere before starting your journey throughout West Virginia!
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Henne's Home and Gift Boutique, in Downtown Lewisburg, WV
Stepping inside Henne's Home and Gift Boutique located in historical downtown Lewisburg, you will discover the extraordinary selection of thoughtful gift items, home furnishings, bedding, mirrors, and much more.
The owners, Bob and Henne Rausenberger, moved from Williamsburg, Virginia, to Lewisburg six years ago because of the Greenbrier Sporting Club. They had purchased land, and with their general contractor license, built three spec homes at the Sporting Club. Bob and Henne remodeled a 130-year-old house on Foster Street and lived their until their home at the Sporting Club was completed. While living in Lewisburg, they fell in love with the town. Because of the economy, they decided to put a hold on building more homes. In the meantime, they thought there was a need for a different shop to fill a niche in Lewisburg, So after extensive remodeling, they opened the doors to Henne's Home and Gift Boutique on July 3, 2010. Henne said "business has been good since the opening with a steady flow of customers. I enjoy helping and meeting people".
While visiting this new boutique, I purchased a beautiful, leather wallet for my nephew's birthday. He was thrilled with this unique wallet.
Opened Tuesday through Saturday from 12 noon -5:00 p.m.
Located at 880 Court Street North, in downtown Lewisburg.
Stop by and say "hello" to Henne and Bob at Henne's Home and Gift Boutique. You will find the perfect accessory to enhance your home, or a unique gift for that special person.
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First Fridays After Five: A Free Public Event in Historic Lewisburg, WV
Bring your family and friends and enjoy live music, art, food and fun in Historic Downtown Lewisburg on its tradition of First Fridays after Five!
First Fridays after 5 takes place all year long (every first Friday of every month) in downtown Lewisburg with shops, galleries and restaurants in downtown Lewisburg open until 9:00 PM serving complimentary refreshments and entertainment.
Downtown Lewisburg is just 1 mile south of I-64 via Exit 169. The town center is located at Washington Street (I-60) and Jefferson Street (Rt. 219). Check out the merchants and for more information call Aaron or Monica Maxwell at 304-645-4333.
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Tavern 1785, a historic restaurant located in Lewisburg, WV
The Tavern 1785,is over 200 years old and offers a unique dining experience with antiques and civil war memorabilia and a menu covering a broad range of cuisines.In the spring and summer you can enjoy the outdoor dining in the beautiful gardens.Or, in the winterin one of the cozy rooms with a fireplace. Catering and private parties are also available.
The Tavern 1785 was the “Mayor Foster House” built after 1783, when John McClanahan bought the land from the Virginia Land Company.The core of the structure consists of two hewn oak log buildings joined by a framed portion called the dog-trot.This area was left open to separate the living quarters from the kitchen in case of fire.Evidence in the attic and stone basement suggest that the cabin on the old Midland Trail side (Washington Street) was built first, with the second cabin being added shortly after.
The exterior of the logs were exposed for a short time before clapboards covered them.Covering the logs was not only a sign of refinement and status, but also has the practical value of weatherproofing, as the clay chinking typically had to be redone every few years.The interior logs were covered as soon as possible, though they have been uncovered more recently in the back cabin and the dog-trot.
The original roofing material was split oak shelves, some of which are still visible in the attic.The standing metal roof was probably added when the original shakes began to fail.
There are three masonry chimneys in the older part of the house.Although they are all made of locally fired brick, the chimney at the rear of the back cabin has a stone base with a height of eight feet.This chimney and its larger hearth indicate that it was probably used for cooking and that the first floor of the back cabin was originally the kitchen.The other hearths are small and shallow, and therefore designed for heat.
Sometime in the latter half of the 1800s, a framed addition filling in the L formed by the two log buildings (the dog-trot) was built.This is dated by the fact that neither rip nor vertical sawn lumber was used, but circular sawn lumber, which became available only when larger water or steam driven mills became established in the area.
A two-story porch was added and then enclosed later to facilitate a modern kitchen and exterior stairs were added for rental purposes. This building was a home until 1998 when it was converted to a restaurant.During that time, it was not lived in much, but did have several interesting owners.
In 1814, Luke Bowyer owned the house along with a much older and smaller version of what it is now The Greenbrier.Mayor William Foster owned the house and lived in it along with his family.A Justice of the Peace, appointed by Thomas Jefferson, then Governor of Virginia, lived in the house as well.
The house, now the Tavern 1785 restaurant, is owned by Tony Juker. Check out the slide show below to view the dining areas of this quaint log cabin...Tavern 1785:
My husband and I have been to the Tavern 1785 many times with friends and family. As on this lovely, summer evening with friends, Ann and Roger Day from Glade Springs,
we all had a wonderful salad, Maryland crab cakes and the dessert, creme broule was fabulous........................
as was our waiter Dana Crump.
And, compliments to the Chef, Scott MacGregor, who was kind enough to stop by our table for a photo.
Tavern 1785 is located at 208 West Washinton Street in Lewisburg, WV.
For reservations at the Tavern 1785, call 304-645-1744
Looking for a special place to have dinner with friends, family, business meetings or for a special romantic dinner…check out the Tavern 1785.
Surrounded by ambiance.....with it's lush gardens for an outside setting or cozy rooms inside the quaint log restaurant the Tavern 1785 is a great place to enjoy a wonderful evening in Lewisburg anytime of the year!
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The Winners of the CASA Blue Ribbon Poster Contest 2010 were from Frankford Elementary and Smoot Elementary Schools.
First Place Winners were:
Dawson Morgan, Age 9 - Frankford Elementary
Emma Coffman, Age 10 - Frankford Elementary
Blaine Yates, Age 7 - Frankford Elementary
Hannah Kelley, Age 7 - Frankford Elementary
Second Place Winners were:
Bailey Withrow, Age 8 - Frankford Elementary
Gabrielle Clower, Age 9 - Smoot Elementary
Hannah Altizer, Age 7 - Frankford Elementary
Lauren Quick, Age 6 - Frankford Elementary
First prize winners received MP4 players and the second prize winners received digital cameras. There were over 50+ entries for the contest and the judges had a very hard time in selecting the winners from all the great entries.
The Mission of CASAof the Eleventh Judicial Circuit, WV, Inc., is to train and administer volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children through the collaboration with social service agencies, legal counsel and other resources to obtain safe permanent homes. The vision of Casa is that all children, residing in the area we serve, will have safe, permanent and nurturing home.
CASA of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Jenny Castle, Program Director Serves Greenbrier & Pocahontas Counties P.O. Box 1142 Lewisburg, WV 24901 Phone: (304) 645-5437 casa11c@live.com
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This commercial property, the Fort Savannah Inn, is located at 204 North Jefferson Street, in the historical town of Lewisburg, WV, consisting of a 66-room motel, restaurant, bar and manager's living quarters . This property sits on the site where Fort Savannah once stood.
Lewisburg, WV, the county seat of Greenbrier County, was incorporated in 1782 as Lewisburg, by the State of Virginia. The history of town dates back to Camp Union in 1774. Camp Union was the rendezvous point of the army of General Andrew Lewis (after whom the town was named) preparatory to his march to participate in the Battle of Point Pleasant, during Dunmore's War, the last between the white settlers and Native Americans east of the Ohio River. Site of Fort Savannah, 1775.
Fort Savannah Inn is a successful motel-restaurant with great potential.With business TLC this could continue to be a real gem of Greenbrier County. There is plenty of parking spaces (80) with road frontage ofapproximately 100 yards with a total of four buildings:
The log building consists of 6123 sq. ft. that includes entrance and foyer, business offices/registration, dining room with stone fireplace, kitchen, bar and reception area.
The two motel buildings include a total of 66 motel rooms. The square footage for one building is 12,750 sq. ft.;and the other building has 8,632 sq ft. The manager's cottage is 1,200 sq. ft. Current owners only use one building at this time. Located on Route 219 South on the left before entering town of Lewisburg.
Directions: Interstate 64, Exit 169, go South on Route 219 and Fort Savannah Inn is on the left before entering town of Lewisburg.
Call Tom Johnson, Broker, Coldwell Banker Stuart and Watts, at 304-645-1242 for more information on this property.
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In mid April of 2010, Tamera Pence opened “Bella The Corner Gourmet” in historic downtown Lewisburg, West Virginia.
Shopping at Bella, you’ll fine a blend of artisan cheeses – most fresh; great wine, craft beers, hard ciders, and other beverages; unique and useful kitchen wares/tools; bar ware and glassware; coffee, tea and accessories; wonderful pantry and snack food items; a selection of local grass fed beef, lamb and pork; and, custom gift baskets!
Bellasupports many of the local artisans who produce beautiful wooden items for the kitchen, local bakers, and local cheese and wine makers, as well.
Blame the Boomerang Effect on Bella The Corner Gourmet showing up in Lewisburg in 2010! Tamera said, "I lived in Greenbrier County 30 plus years ago, worked for the family business (La Strada in Fairlea to those of you who stayed put and/or have boomeranged back, too!) and always kept on the retirement list the Greenbrier/Monroe County areas. So after a blended career in management in various venues and in several areas of the country and a bit sooner than expected, Bellaarrived with goodies from near and far, a new business plan and genuine love for the people and place of Lewisburg and surrounding areas."
Why the nameBella? Tamera says "It’s a blended family name and it reminds me of my Dad’s gregarious nature - Something I like to share and I don’t ever want to forget."
"Since opening Bella's doors, the local response has been fabulous! We are grateful for everyone taking time to shop downtown Lewisburg and for sharing their wants and food adventures with us. We truly couldn’t do this without you."
Bella The Corner Gourmet is opened Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. til 6:30 p.m.Also, look for Bella to be opened on Special Sunday's!
Located at 100 E. Washington Street, Lewisburg, WV
Come visit and support your local food and businesses in Lewisburg, WV….you will be glad you did! You will not be able to resist the abundant of goodies at Bella!
Well, I am on my way to Bella, the Corner Gourmet …. Are you?
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Marilyn Cooper, a native West Virginian, opened Cooper Gallery in 1995 and says "landscapes of the region have proven to be the most sought after by local and national collectors”.
“One of the top sellers is young artist Evan Boggess, son of Lynn Boggess, whose realistic figurative work with a touch of edginess is catching the eye of serious collectors," says Cooper. 
