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Friday, May 9

• Bingo, 6:30 p.m. every Friday. Call 304-743-3149. American Legion Post 139, 1207 Main St., Milton.
• Line Dance and Bingo, 10 a.m. every Friday, bingo at noon. Call 304-586-2745. Hometown Senior Center, 100 First Ave., Hometown.
• ElectricSky Theater: Forces of Nature, noon, 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday, March 8-July 3. This giant screen film follows three adventurous scientists in their attempts to discover what triggers natural disasters. Directed by George Casey, narrated by Kevin Bacon. Questions, call 304-561-3500 or visit www.theclaycenter.org. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston.
• NA Meeting, 7:30 p.m. every Friday. Open meeting takes place near the rear entrance on right. Directions: take the Winfield Exit South from I-64. Go to City Bank. Turn left. Church is on right after a short distance. Wheelchair accessible. St. Johns United Methodist Church, 4013 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot.
• Creative Movement Combo, 5:30-6:30 p.m. every Monday and Friday. This class emphasizes the importance of physical activity and creative exploration through imaginative movements and expressions. Incorporates beginning ballet technique for coordination and tap for rhythm. Located at the Camp High-Tor Lodge. For ages 4-6. Questions, call 304-757-0016. Tri-County YMCA, 200 Carl's Lane, Scott Depot. $60; $39 Y members.
• Ballet/Lyrical Class, 6:30-7:30 p.m. every Monday (ages 7-10) and Friday (ages 11-14). The class includes Classical Ballet, which is the foundation of all dance, emphasizing discipline, posture, poise and grace. It also includes Lyrical, which is a combination of Ballet and Jazz elements, emphasizing expression, interpretation and storytelling. Located at the Camp High-Tor Lodge. Question, Call 304-757-0016. Tri-County YMCA, 200 Carl's Lane, Scott Depot. $60; $39 Y members.
• Jazz/Hip Hop Class, 7:30-8:30 p.m. every Monday (ages 11-14); 5:30-6:30 p.m. every Friday (ages 7-10). This Jazz class is fast paced and high energy, concentrating on creativity and free movement, incorporating the Hip Hop of dancing to hip hop music. Located at the Camp High-Tor Lodge. Questions, call 304-757-0016. Tri-County YMCA, 200 Carl's Lane, Scott Depot. $60; $39 Y members.
• West Virginia Power vs. Hagerstown Suns (baseball), 7 p.m. Friday, May 9. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston. $5-$8.
• Exhibit: Fiberart International 2007, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday, April 12-June 22. Features the work of 92 contemporary fiber artists from 11 countries and will highlight a diverse cross-section of works in the fiber medium. Questions, call 304-561-3500 or visit www.theclaycenter.org. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston.
• Exhibit: "Things I Had No Words For," 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday, April 16-June 15. Women Artists from the Permanent Collection featuring modern and contemporary paintings and prints by regionally to internationally acclaimed women artists. Questions, call 304-561-3570 or visit www.theclaycenter.org. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston. $6.50; $5 children.
• Preschool Applications, daily Monday-Friday, through Aug. 20. Winfield Preschool is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 school year. Classes are offered for 3, 4 and 5-year-olds. Applications accepted until all spaces are filled. Questions, call Lisa, 304-586-3795. Winfield United Methodist Church, 20 Radwin Drive, Winfield.
• Preschool Enrollment, daily Monday-Friday, through Aug. 15. Forrest Burdette Preschool is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 school year. Classes offered for 2, 3 and 4-year-old students. The children learn in a hands-on environment through age-appropriate lessons carefully planned and facilitated by knowledgeable teachers. Providing quality early education programs for over 28 years. Questions, call Mia Ferguson, 304-562-9170. Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church, 2848 Putnam Ave., Hurricane.
• Arts in Action, "A Christian Performing Arts Academy," 8:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, July 28-Aug. 1. The academy is now accepting registrations for their summer dance intensive. The dance intensive is for dedicated and disciplined dancers who want to refine their technical skills while begin challenged, motivated and inspired to dance in excellence. The camp culminates with a dance performance, showcasing all performers. For ages 8-young adult. Questions, call Cookie Samworth, 304-419-4446; e-mail to cookie@artsinaction.info. Arts in Action, 2652 Main St., Hurricane.
• ElectricSky Theater: Coral Reef Adventure, 3 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday, May 3-July 3. Questions, call 304-561-3570. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston.
• Charleston Light Opera Guild: "A Chorus Line," 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, May 2-3, 9-10 and 16-17. Charleston Civic Center Little Theatre, 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston. $20 reserved seating.
• Exhibit: "William Wolk: Dance Series," 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday, April 22-June 1. A free exhibit located in the Balcony Gallery. Questions, call Jacqueline Proctor, 304-558-0220 or visit www.wvculture.org. West Virginia Cultural Center, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston.
• Annual Mother's Day Flower Sale, Monday-Sunday, May 2-12. Sponsored by the Hurricane High School Band. A variety of hanging flower baskets and ferns will be available. Proceeds will help fund the band program for the upcoming year. Hurricane High School, 3350 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane.
• Bike and ATV Races, 7 p.m. every Friday, except for Fair week, and 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. Gate opens at 4 p.m., sign up at 4:30 p.m. and practice at 5:45 p.m. No alcohol, controlled substances or persons under the influence are permitted on grounds. Food concessions on grounds. For more information and rules, call Doug, 304-638-6477; Brad, 304-778-2386; or visit www.miltonmotocross.com. West Virginia Pumpkin Park, Fairground Road, Milton. $8, Kids under 6 free; race entry fees from $10-$25.
• Bethel Baptist Church, Hurricane Creek Road, Hurricane. Evangelist Paul Booth. Singers each night at 7 p.m. Sunday-Friday, May 4-9. Sunday: Sonlight Unlimited; Monday: Good Shepherd Baptist Church Praise Team; Tuesday: Jason Skanes; Wednesday Bethel Baptist Church Choir; Thursday 5&20 United Baptist Church Choir; Friday: Called by Christ.

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• Book Signing and Live Music, 5-7 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Friday, May 9. Dave Lavender will be signing copies of his latest book "Dave Trippin: A Day Tripper's Guide to the Appalachian Galaxy of Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia" and Jeff Ellis, who appeared in 2007 on Mountain Stage, will be singing songs from his new release. Questions, call 304-342-1461 or visit www.davetrippin.com or www.myspace.com/jeffellismusic.com. Taylor Books, 226 Capitol St., Charleston.
• Buddy Mullins and the Country Good Time Band, 8-11 p.m. Friday, May 9. Enjoy a smoke and alcohol free atmosphere. Milton Volunteer Fire Department, 341 E. Main St., Milton. $5; children 12 and under free.
• Putnam County Chamber Membership Drive, daily May 6-21. Goal is to raise the membership from 485 to 525. If unable to form a team for the drive, you can still be involved. Every individual member who brings in five new members between now and May 21 will be invited to attend the celebration dinner at Sleepy Hollow and be entered into a drawing for door prizes. Questions, call Terry Mathias, membership committee chairperson, 304-720-0450; Teresa Catanzarite, membership director, 304-757-6510. Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, 5664 State Route 34, Scott Depot.
• King of Glory International Ministries, 513 Patrick St., Charleston. Pastor Renee' Dixon of Salvation Praise Ministry International Worship Center preaches during the Women's Weekend at 7 p.m. Friday, May 9. A Continental breakfast and lunch will be served during services from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 10, with speakers Minister Roslyn Williams of Greater Emmanuel Gospel Tabernacle; Prophetess Denise Smith of Anointed Word Ministries; Lynn Goebel of Lighthouse Worship Center; and Mattie Austin of Church of God MPG of Truth. Evangelist Robin Sherrod of Faith Mission Apostolic church preaches at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, May 11.

Saturday, May 10

• Bingo, 7 p.m. every Saturday, doors open at 5 p.m., quickies at 6 p.m. Jackpot $2,700. Concessions available. Call 304-743-6319. Milton Volunteer Fire Department, 341 E. Main St., Milton. First pack, $10, $5 each additional pack.
• Don Rigsby and Midnight Call, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Tickets 304-743-5749. Mountaineer Opry House, Milton exit of Interstate 64, Milton. $12; $10 seniors; $5 children 12 and under.
• National Scrabble Association Club No. 620, 1-4 p.m. every second and fourth Saturday. For more information, call 304-345-0484 or visit www.wvscrabble.com. Books-A-Million, 212 R.H.L. Blvd., Charleston.
• Paintball Field, every Saturday-Sunday. Turn left at Beech Fork State Park entrance. Field will be open most weekends. Call Richie Merritt at 304-697-3267 or visit www.geocities.com/xplosivepaintball. Xplosive Paintball, 6676 Beech Fork Road, Barboursville.
• Top Hat Ballroom, Classes in Rumba, Cha-Cha and Swing. Beginners: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 7 p.m. Wednesdays; Intermediate: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays; Singles Latin class: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays; Zumba aerobics class with Jodie Miller, instructor: 10 a.m. Saturdays. Questions, call Gail Patton, 304-412-3171 or visit www.tophatballroom.com. Barboursville Physical Therapy, 6433 U.S. 60 E., Barboursville.
• Circuit Workout, 8-9 a.m. every Saturday. Questions, call Jodie, 304-743-3312. Milton Baptist Church, 1123 Church St., Milton.
• WV Chapter of Polio Survivors Support Group, noon every second Saturday, March-June and August-December. Meeting will be located in the Conference Room located next to the cafeteria. Questions, call 304-736-6325. CAMC Teays Valley Hospital, 1400 Hospital Drive, Hurricane.
• West Virginia Power vs. Hagerstown Suns (baseball), 7 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston.
• Giant Parking Lot Sale, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Questions, call the Putnam County Parks & Recreation office, 304-562-0518, ext. 3. Rain date will be May 17. Valley (Wave Pool) Park, 1 Valley Drive, Hurricane. Reserve a space for $10.
• Top Hat Ballroom, Top Hat Ballroom announces a new Zumba Fitness class led by instructor Jodi Miller who is a Zumba Gold certified instructor. Zumba Fitness fuses hypnotic musical rhythms and tantalizing moves to create a dynamic workout system designed to be fun and easy to do. The first class will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 19, and continue every Saturday thereafter. The cost is $10 per person. Located upstairs over Barboursville Physical Therapy on Route 60 in Barboursville, two doors down from Hooters. There is no need for pre-registration. Questions, call Gail Patton at 304-412-3171. Barboursville Physical Therapy, 6433 U.S. 60 E., Barboursville.
• Opening Night, Saturday, May 10. More than 100 cars are signed up to race in Elite Modified, Late Model, Hobby Stock, Classic, Any Car and U-Car classes on West Virginia's only paved race track. For more information, visit www.onaspeedway.com. Ona Speedway, Howells Mill Road, Ona. $7; children 7 and under free; season pass $91.
• Adult Workshop: Introduction to Felt Making, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 10. This beginning class will explore traditional and contemporary felt making techniques. Students will complete a scarf, table runner or set of coasters. Instructor: Kate McComas. Space is limited. Pre-registration required; call 304-561-3517. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston. $30; $20 members.
• Fun Lab: Abstract Self-Portraits, noon-4 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Create your own mini-masterpieces as you design a work in your own image. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston.
• "Toss for a Cause" Cornhole Tournament, 3 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Cash prize of $1,000 for winning team. After the tournament, all team members will get into the WV Power game at 7 p.m. Free. Only 32 teams will play. Registration required; call Amanda, 304-380-2430. All proceeds benefit students who "learn through listening" in the West Virginia chapter of RFB&D. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston. Registration fee of $100 per team of two.
• Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 10. The sale goes on rain or shine. Proceeds will support Youth missions and trips. Concessions available. Spaces available for $10. Sellers should contact 304-342-4988 to register or for more details. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1401 Washington St., Charleston.
• Celebrating Mother's Day, 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Featuring a "Mom & Me Fashion Show," following the fashion show the 5th annual Mother/Daughter Look-A-Like contest. Every contestant will leave with a goody bag. Registration begins on Saturday, April 26. Event is sponsored by WOWK and 100KEE FM. Huntington Mall, Route 60 and Mall Road, Barboursville. Registration fee is a $30 donation to the March of Dimes.
• Longaberger Basket Bingo Fundraiser, doors open at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10; games at 6 p.m. Crossroads Community Chapel fundraiser for Summer Impact Festival. Located in the Commons Area. Winfield High School, 3022 Winfield Road, Winfield.
• Volunteer Horsemanship Training, 1-3 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Training will provide basic horsemanship, leading and walking to assist equine facilitated activities, safety and emergency response. Please call for directions or visit Web site at www.rctrc.org. River Cities Therapeutic Riding Center, 2216 Newman's Branch Road, Milton.
• Health Fair for Caregivers, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Offering important caregiver information and support. Exhibitors will be available. Charleston Town Center, 3000 Charleston Town Center, Charleston.
• Bark at the Park, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 10. A day of demonstrations, instruction and play for canines and their owners while raising funds for a new animal relief center in Putnam County. A K-9 demonstration begins at 10 a.m. by Sgt. Shane Shamblin and Ken Alexander, founder of DeCoverly Kennels in Pennsylvania will provide a demonstration and discussion with his English Setters. Questions, call Karen Haynes, 304-757-7584; or Putnam County Parks and Recreation, 304-562-0518. Valley Park, Route 34, Hurricane.
• Jupiter String Quartet "Out of this World," 7 p.m. Saturday, May 10. The concert will include Mendelssohn's Quartet in F Minor, Op. 80, Britten's Quartet No. 3, Op. 94 and Beethoven's Quartet No. 16 in F Major, Op. 135. Young children can attend ChamberKids Night Out. Questions, call 304-344-5389 or visit www.charlestonchambermusic.org. Christ Church United Methodist, 1221 Quarrier St., Charleston. $15; children free with paying adult.
• 1st annual Chip Challenge Tournament, 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10. Featuring Electric 102 with a live broadcast and door prizes until 3 p.m. Coonskin Park Schoenbaum Amphitheater, Coonskin Drive, Charleston.

Sunday, May 11

• Davis Bowen United Methodist Church, Long Branch Road, Barboursville. Worship services begin at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 10 a.m. Prayer service begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Sam Preston, pastor.
• Elmwood Missionary Baptist Church, 3045 Martha Road, Barboursville. Worship services begin at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 10 a.m. Prayer, Bible Study, AWANA's and H2O Youth begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Rick Glass, pastor, and Ryan Massie, youth pastor.
• Hall's Chapel Church, 4166 Blue Sulphur Road, Ona. Worship services begin at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, and Prayer meeting begins at 7 p.m. Thursday. Steve Nida, pastor.
• Newsong Church, 5800 Route 60 E., Barboursville. Contemporary and Family worship service begins at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, with child care provided from birth to five years. Kids and Teens meet at 6 p.m.
• Oasis Christian Church, 4751 State Route 10, Barboursville. Worship services begin at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, and 7 p.m. Wednesday. Xplosion Youth Ministry meets at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. B.J. Wiley, pastor.
• Sousanah Freewill Baptist Church, Charleys Creek Road, Culloden. Worship service begins at 7 p.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 10 a.m. Prayer Meeting begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Ronnie Brown, pastor.
• St. Stephens Catholic Church, 2491 James River Turnpike, Ona. Mass begins at 9 a.m. Saturday and 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. James Sobus, pastor.
• Union Baptist Church, 1295 James River Turnpike, Milton. Pastor Brent Beckett preaches at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Bible Study and Teens for Christ begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday, with AWANA's from 6:45-8:10 p.m. For more information, call 304-743-0405.
• WVSO presents A Sweet Season: A Sweet Fin-ish, 3 p.m. Sunday, May 11. Part of the Montclaire String Quartet Chamber Music Series. Call 304-561-3570 or visit www.wvsymphony.org. Christ Church United Methodist, 1221 Quarrier St., Charleston.
• Christ Harvest Cathedral, 3965 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane. Worship service begins at 10:30 a.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Wednesday.
• Scott Depot Christ Fellowship, 4345 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot. Worship service begins at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 9 a.m. For more information, call 304-757-9166 or visit www.sdcf-wv.org.
• Red House United Brethren Independent Church, 1 Warner Lane, Red House. Worship service begins at 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 10 a.m. AWANA's and Teens program begins at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, with Bible Study at 7 p.m. Greg Blake, pastor. For more information, call 304-586-9181.
• Peoples Baptist Church, 118 Poplar Fork Road, Scott Depot. Worship service begins at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. AWANA's begin at 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, with Prayer meeting at 7 p.m. For more information, call 304-757-9440.
• Teays Valley Church of God, 4430 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot. Worship service begins at 10 a.m. Sunday. Dr. Melissa L. Pratt, pastor.
• West Virginia Power vs. Hagerstown Suns (baseball), 2 p.m. Sunday, May 11. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston. $5-$8.
• Barboursville First United Methodist Church, Main and Water streets, Barboursville. Worship service begins at 11 a.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Nursery will be provided. For more information, call 304-736-6251. The Rev. Judy Fisher, pastor.
• Special Mother's Day Concert, 10:15 a.m. Sunday, May 11. Recording artist, Dana Baker, will be in concert. Come hear how her faith in God sustained her through difficult times and meet her mother, a living miracle. Questions, call 304-757-9222. Teays Valley Church of God, 4430 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot.
• Book Signing by Katie Lee Joel, 2 p.m. Sunday, May 11. Questions, call 304-736-6233. Borders, 120 Huntington Mall, Barboursville.
• Barboursville First United Methodist Church, Main and Water streets, Barboursville. Pastor Judy Fisher brings the message of "Fire and Water" and will explore the lessons from Acts and John 7 at 11 a.m. Sunday, with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and a celebration of Pentecost and the Festival of the Christian Home. The children will continue their special collection for Heiffer Project International. Nursery will be provided. The Walk to Wellness group will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, for its prayer walk through the Village. For more information, call 304-736-6251.

Monday, May 12

• Morning Exercise Class, 10 a.m. every Monday and Thursday. Call 304-586-2745. Hometown Senior Center, 100 First Ave., Hometown.
• Hurricane Lions Club, 7 p.m. every second and fourth Monday. Bill Blake Jr., president. Gino's Pizza & Spaghetti House, 310 Hurricane Creek Road, Hurricane.
• West Virginia Power vs. Lake County Captains (baseball), 7 p.m. Monday, May 12. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston. $5-$8.
• Build Your Own Planter at Container Gardening Workshops, 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday, May 14. Hosted by West Virginia State University Extension's Agriculture & Natural Resource program area. Fee includes all materials necessary to create the container gardens. Registration required by Monday, May 12; call Jeanie Sutphin, 304-776-5711. Carroll Terrace Residential Complex, 1546 Kanawha Blvd. East, Charleston. $20.
• James River CEOS Club, 7 p.m. Monday, May 12. Subject: "Does Birth Order really Matter?" Leader: Malinda Shanklon. Crafts for all to enjoy. Hostess: Delores Arthur. Residence of Carolyn Brown, James River Estates, Milton.
• Church in the Valley, 1173 James River Turnpike, Milton. Evangelist Mark Finley preaches nightly during revival Monday-Friday, May 12-16, with special singing each night.

n Fibromyalgia Support Group, 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 12. The first meeting of the new group will correspond with National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. Questions, call 304-757-6999. WomenCare Birth Center, 3911 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane.

Tuesday, May 13

• Barboursville Chapter No. 95, Order of Eastern Star, 7:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday. Honor new members, 25 and 50 year members. Masonic Temple, Central Avenue, Barboursville.
• Clogging Class, 10 a.m. every Tuesday. Call 304-586-2745. Hometown Senior Center, 100 First Ave., Hometown.
• Grill Night, 6-8 p.m. every Tuesday. American Legion Post 177, 6024 Route 60 East, Barboursville.
• Karate Classes, 6-7:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. For ages five and up. Classes are taught by Master Ingargiola, 6th Dan, who was inducted into the World Karate Union Hall of Fame in Stroudsburg, Penn. in 2006. Registration required; call 304-562-0518. Putnam County Parks and Recreation, 1 Valley Park Drive, Hurricane.
• Low-Impact Aerobics, 6 p.m. every Tuesday. Questions, call Jodie, 304-743-3312. Milton Baptist Church, 1123 Church St., Milton.
• Scary Creek Paintball, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 1-6 p.m. Sunday, Monday-Friday by appointment only (groups of 10 or more). Open year-round, operating since 1992, with more than 25 acres of paintball fields, including three acres of urban action. Discount packages range from all-inclusive (all rental equipment and paintballs) from $20 (100 paintballs) to $30 (500 paintballs) per day. Call (800) 870-5973 or go online at www.scarycreek.com. Scary Creek Paintball, 4345 Scary Creek Road, Scott Depot.
• T.O.P.S. No. 150, 6 p.m. every Tuesday. Weekly meeting of TOPS "Take Off Pounds Sensibly," an international non-profit non-commercial weight loss support group. Call Sharon, 304-523-4618. Lighthouse Baptist Church, 2440 US Route 60, Hurricane.
• T.O.P.S. No. 563 Culloden, 6 p.m. every Tuesday. Weekly meeting of TOPS "Take Off Pounds Sensibly," an international non-profit non-commercial weight loss support group. Tabernacle of Praise, Hurricane Church of God, 2368 Thompson Road, Culloden.
• Poca Lions Club, 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday. Roy Alford, president. Poca United Methodist Church, 112 Silver St., Poca.
• Putnam County Rotary Club, noon every Tuesday. La Sha's Restaurant, 4170 Route 34, Hurricane.
• Story Hour for Children, 10 a.m. every Tuesday. Children can also meet for story hour at 11 a.m. at the Buffalo, Eleanor and Hurricane branches. Poca Branch of the Putnam County Public Library, Main Street, Poca.
• West Virginia Power vs. Lake County Captains (baseball), 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 13. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston. $5-$8.
• Swim Lessons, Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 22-May 22; June 3-July 3. Swimmers are grouped together according to their abilities and will learn through practice, games and fun. Classes are from 5-5:30 p.m. for preschool, beginners, intermediate and advanced; 5:30-6 p.m. for advanced preschool and school age beginners. Tri-County YMCA, 200 Carl's Lane, Scott Depot. $60-$70; $40-$50 for members.

Wednesday, May 14

• Hometown Senior Center, 100 First Ave., Hometown. Bible Study begins at 9:30 a.m. and Choir at 10 a.m. every Wednesday.
• Mountain Biking, every Wednesday and Weekends. Group rides. Call 304-743-9510. Barboursville Park, Barboursville.
• Story Hour, 10 a.m. every Wednesday. Pre-school children and younger are invited to join Miss Judy for stories, songs and crafts. Call 304-736-4621. Barboursville Branch Library, 728 Main St., Barboursville.
• Story Hour, 10-11 a.m. every Wednesday. Questions, call 304-743-6711. Milton Branch Library, 1140 Smith St., Milton.
• Story Hour for Children, 11 a.m. every Wednesday. Putnam County Public Library, 4219 State Route 34, Hurricane.
• Bible Blast, 6-7:15 p.m. every Wednesday. Discover and learn God's word through Bible lessons, crafts and music. Prizes awarded. For Preschoolers through adults - something for everyone. Questions, call 304-586-3795. Winfield United Methodist Church, 20 Radwin Drive, Winfield.
• West Virginia Power vs. Lake County Captains (baseball), 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 14. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston. $5-$8.
• Youth Group, 6 p.m. every Wednesday. Plenty of activities geared for teenagers as well as community involvement projects. For sixth through twelfth grades. Questions, call 304-586-3795. Winfield United Methodist Church, 20 Radwin Drive, Winfield.
• Wee Wednesdays, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 14 and 21. The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle (members' choice book). Craft: Caterpillar pictures. Questions, call 304-561-3500 or visit www.theclaycenter.org. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston.
• Free Lunchtime Lecture: "Wings of West Virginia", 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 14. Join bird enthusiast Doren Burrell for a special program about migratory birds. Questions, call 304-561-3570 or visit www.theclaycenter.org. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston. Free.

Thursday, May 15

• Dancer's Choice of Hurricane, 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Lessons/workshop. Call Keith, 304-562-9514. John Henson Senior Center, 2800 Putnam Ave., Hurricane.
• Like to Sing, 7 p.m. every Thursday. Sing with the ThunderTones Male Barbershop Chorus. Questions, call 304-302-6683. Fellowship Baptist Church, 3661 U.S. Route 60 E., Barboursville.
• Muscular Dystrophy Association General Support Group, 7 p.m. every Thursday. Jim Bennett, facilitator. Located in Room A-204. First Presbyterian Church, 16 Broad St., Charleston.
• Rotary Club of Milton, noon every Thursday. Call Chuck, 304-743-8193. Granny K's Restaurant, Perry Morris Square, Milton.
• Spinal Screenings, 9-11 a.m. every Thursday. Call Patty Dickey, 304-399-2367. Davis Chiropractic, 6430 U.S. Route 60 East, Barboursville.
• T.O.P.S. No. 362, 9:30 a.m. every Thursday. Weekly meeting of TOPS "Take Off Pounds Sensibly," an international non-profit non-commercial weight loss support group. Call Sharon, 304-523-4618. Cross of Grace Lutheran Church, 515 Hurricane Creek Road, Hurricane.
• T.O.P.S. No. 370, 6 p.m. every Thursday. Weekly meeting of TOPS "Take Off Pounds Sensibly," an international non-profit non-commercial weight loss support group. Call Sharon, 304-523-4618. Milton United Methodist Church, Smith and Church streets, Milton.
• T.O.P.S. No. 530, 8:45 a.m. every Thursday. Weekly meeting of TOPS "Take Off Pounds Sensibly," an international non-profit non-commercial weight loss support group. Call Sharon, 304-523-4618. One Accord Community Church, U.S. 60, Hurricane.
• Zumba, 6-7 p.m. every Thursday. Questions, call Jodie, 304-743-3312. Milton Baptist Church, 1123 Church St., Milton.
• Hula Class, 1-2 p.m. every Thursday. Questions, call 304-736-5092. Barboursville Senior Center, 721 Central Ave., Barboursville. Free.
• American Legion Post 187, 7 p.m. every first and third Thursday. Winfield Presbyterian Church, Ferry Street, Winfield.
• West Virginia Power vs. Lake County Captains (baseball), 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15. Appalachian Power Park, 601 Morris St., Charleston. $5-$8.
• Exhibit: "Pandora's Toy Box: Customs for a Doomed World," 5 p.m. Thursday, May 15. Presented by local online art dealer Chip Tantlinger. The event introduces local and international artists to the blank toy platform medium. Questions, visit www.marshhouseart.com. Good News Mountaineer Garage Gallery, 221 1/2 Hale St., Charleston.