Events hit the ground running in 2009

Cabell County events

Friday, Jan. 2

Ballroom, 9 p.m. every Friday-Saturday. Howard P. Hall VFW 1064, 920 7th Ave., Huntington.

Singles Night (SAM), 7 p.m. every first Friday. Enjoy an evening of friends, fun and good times. New Life Church, 1101 Cedar Crest Drive, Huntington.

Huntington Mayor Inaugural Gala, 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2. Huntington City Hall, 8th Street and 5th Avenue, Huntington.

Saturday, Jan. 3

Huntington-YMCA Chess Club, 1:30-6 p.m. every Saturday. Located in Room 201. Call 304-525-3864. YMCA May Building, 935 10th Ave., Huntington.

Museum Tours, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Saturday-Sunday. Visit www.mrtwv.org. The Huntington Museum of Radio and Technology, 1640 Florence Ave., Huntington. Free.

Craft Time, 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3. Make a personalized license plate with your name on it. Call 304-781-0008. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington.

Calendar Making Class, 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan 3. Main Branch of Boyd County Public Library, 1740 Central Ave., Ashland.

Sunday, Jan. 4

Cornhole Tournaments, 1-4 p.m. Sundays. Also serving hot dogs, hamburgers and fries for a $1 each. VFW 9738, 227 Main St., Huntington.

Foreign Film Festival: "Spirited Away," 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4. Main Branch of Boyd County Public Library, 1740 Central Ave., Ashland.

Monday, Jan. 5

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of West Virginia, 7 p.m. every first Monday. Patients' bingo party with volunteers and refreshments by Huntington Unit 16. VA Medical Center, 1540 Spring Valley Drive, Huntington.

Piece-ing It Together Craft Club, 6 p.m. Mondays. Bring your favorite craft project and work on it at the library. The club includes quilters, cross-stitchers, knitters and more. Questions, call Allison Scarberry, 606-928-3366, or visit www.thebookplace.org. Summit Branch of Boyd County Public Library, 1016 Summit Road, Ashland.

Hearty Winter Soups, 5:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Tuesday, Jan. 6

Youth Chess Club, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays on the fourth floor. For children 8-years-old and over. To volunteer to help, contact Youth Services at 304-528-5700, ext. 141. Cabell County Public Library, 455 9th St., Huntington.

Movies at the Library, 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Weekly showing of various movies at the library; started by a short cartoon, with free popcorn and sodas available. Questions, call 304-528-5700 or visit www.cabell.lib.wv.us. Cabell County Public Library, 455 9th St., Huntington. Free.

Pasta and Sauces, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Story Time: "Where the Wild Things Are," 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, and Wednesday, Jan. 14. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington. Free.

Wednesday, Jan. 7

Karaoke and Dance with Jennifer, 7-11 p.m. every Wednesday. Disabled American Veterans Chapter 2, 930 7th Ave., Huntington.

Master Clubs, 6:30-8 p.m. every Wednesday. For ages 4-12. Call 304-523-3693. Crossroads Baptist Church, 875 Norway Ave., Huntington.

Story Time, 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Stories and activities for toddlers and young children. Questions, call 304-736-6233 or visit www.borders.com. Borders, 120 Huntington Mall, Barboursville.

Thursday, Jan. 8

3rd annual Cabell Drug Prevention Summit, 12:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, in the Conference Center. The Summit will focus on the growing trend of prescription drug abuse and how, as a community, we can work together to reduce this trend. RSVP by Jan. 5, to 304-523-8929, ext. 5 or 9. Big Sandy Superstore Arena, One Civic Center Plaza, Huntington.

Stories Before Bedtime, 6 p.m. Thursdays. Main Branch of Boyd County Public Library, 1740 Central Ave., Ashland.

Resume Writing Class, 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Main Branch of Boyd County Public Library, 1740 Central Ave., Ashland.

Candy and Fudge, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Story Time: "Miss Nelson is Missing," 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, and Tuesday, Jan. 20. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington. Free.

Friday, Jan. 9

Quiche and Crepes, 5:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Saturday, Jan. 10

Book and a Movie for Tweens and Teens, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. every second Saturday. Call 304-528-5697 to see what the upcoming movie will be. West Huntington Branch Library, 901 West 14th St., Huntington.

Family Game Day, noon-2 p.m. every second Saturday. Features classic board games, such as Monopoly, Candyland and Sorry, as well as Uno, Chinese Checkers and Guess Who, or patrons can bring their own. Snacks will be provided. Questions, call 606-928-3366 or visit www.thebookplace.org. Summit Branch of Boyd County Public Library, 1016 Summit Road, Ashland.

Prenatal and Parenting Class, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. every second Saturday. Open to expectant mothers and their coaches. Located in Room 205 of the Heart Institute. For more information about fees and registration, call 304-526-1387. St. Mary's Medical Center, 2900 1st Ave., Huntington.

Tween Book Club, 10 a.m. every second Saturday. For girls ages 8-12. For more information on the current book list or questions, visit www.bookwormsattic.com or call 304-522-0185. The Bookworm's Attic, 354 Norway Ave., Huntington.

Tween No-Bake Bakeoff, 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. Main Branch of Boyd County Public Library, 1740 Central Ave., Ashland.

Grow with Music, babies from 10:30-11 a.m., toddlers from 11:15-11:45 a.m. and 3-5-year-olds from noon-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan.10. Try the interactive music program for parent and child. Taught by Joni Pappas from Marshall University. Recommended for ages birth-5 years old. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington. Free.

Sunday, Jan. 11

Salt Rock Branch Library's Grand Opening, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11. The opening of the new 5,000 square foot facility across the road from the old one. Call 304-528-5700. The new Salt Rock Public Library, just off Route 10 on Madison Creek Road, Salt Rock.

Monday, Jan. 12

Game Day Dips and Appetizers, 5:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Grow with Music, babies from 10:15-10:45 a.m. toddlers from 11-11:30 a.m. and 3-5-year-olds from 3:30-4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12. Try the interactive music program for parent and child. Taught by Joni Pappas from Marshall University. Recommended for ages birth-5 years old. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington. Free.

Business Planning for Profit, 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12-Feb. 16. A 12-hour course that teaches the steps of starting a profitable business and helps students create an easy to implement action plan. Tuition for the course is based on a sliding scale according to income. The lowest income levels pay only $75. Full scholarships are available for Veterans. Call 304-697-3007 or enroll online at www.unlimitedfuture.org/courses.php. Unlimited Future, 1650 8th Ave., Huntington.

Thursday, Jan. 15

Adult Craft Class, 5:30-6:30 p.m. every third Thursday. Registration required; call 304-528-5697. West Huntington Branch Library, 901 West 14th St., Huntington.

The Blossom Book Club, 7 p.m. every third Thursday. The club is for women who want to change their lives through a positive outlook, better self esteem and personal development. Members read and discuss books that can help them understand how a positive outlook can change their lives for the better. Questions, call Ursulette Huntley, 304-697-3007; 304-697-0296; 304-617-9421 or e-mail to freshhorizons2007@yahoo.com. Empire Books and News, 30 Pullman Square, Huntington. Free; books may be borrowed for a small fee that will be refunded when the book is returned.

Wings and Things, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Friday, Jan. 16

Singles Movie Night, 7 p.m. every third Friday. For more information, call T. Anne See, 304-733-4423. New Life Church, 1101 Cedar Crest Drive, Huntington.

Saturday, Jan. 17

Romance Book Club, 10 a.m. every third Saturday. For more information on the current book list or questions, visit www.bookwormsattic.com or call 304-522-0185. The Bookworm's Attic, 354 Norway Ave., Huntington.

Craft Time, 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17. Make a personalized license plate with your name on it. Call 304-781-0008. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington.

"Fly Me to the Moon," 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17. Flatwoods Public Library, 1705 Argillite Road, Flatwoods.

Monday, Jan. 19

Kids Games, 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 19. Martin Luther King Day and the kids are out of school. Bring them down to try some cool games. Ages 4 and up. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington. Free.

Thursday, Jan. 22

Game Day Appetizers and Dips, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Story Time: "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs," 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, and Wednesday, Jan. 28. A hilarious story. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington. Free.

Girls' Night Out: "Mamma Mia," 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22. Flatwoods Public Library, 1705 Argillite Road, Flatwoods.

Friday, Jan. 23

New Orleans Dinner, 5:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Merit Badge College, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, in Gullickson Hall. The college is to provide Scouts with an opportunity to complete two merit badges of their choice and to provide adult leaders with training opportunities. Pre-registration due by Jan. 23. Register with your unit, no individual registration accepted. Marshall University Campus, 1 John Marshall Drive, Huntington. $10 per scout; $7 per adult.

Saturday, Jan. 24

Puppet Show: "The Monkey and the Toucan," 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, and 31. Ever wondered how the Toucan's beak got its color? Find out during the puppet show. Latta's Toy Station, 943 3rd Ave., Huntington. Free.

Monday, Jan. 26

Creme Brulee and Fondue, 5:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

Thursday, Jan. 29

Shrimp Creole, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $25.

PUTNAM COUNTY EVENTS

Thursday, Jan. 1

Dancer's Choice of Hurricane, 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Lessons/workshop. Questions, call Keith, 304-562-9514. John Henson Senior Center, 2800 Putnam Ave., Hurricane.

Friday, Jan. 2

Line Dance and Bingo, 10 a.m. every Friday; bingo at noon. Call 304-586-2745. Hometown Senior Center, 100 First Ave., Hometown.

Tuesday, Jan. 6

Kanawha Valley Coin Club, 7 p.m. every first Tuesday. South Charleston Library, Charleston.

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.

Wednesday, Jan. 7

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.

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.

Friday, Jan. 9

Putnam County Schools Developmental Screening, Friday, Jan. 9. Screening children ages 2 1/2 to 4 years for speech/language, hearing, vision, motor skills, social skills, self-help and cognition. Call 304-586-0500, ext. 154, to schedule an appointment. Teays Valley Presbyterian Church, 4122 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot.

Saturday, Jan. 10

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.

Tuesday, Jan. 13

Hurricane Civic Chorus Rehearsals, every second and fourth Tuesday. Membership is not restricted to Hurricane residents. No auditions required. For more information, call Pamela Tabor, 304-562-6539. Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church, 2848 Putnam Ave., Hurricane. Dues are $25 per semester.

Friday, Jan. 16

Senior and Single Club, 7 p.m. every third Friday. A new club for those over 50 and single. Call 304-586-2745. Hometown Senior Center, 100 First Ave., Hometown.

KIDS EVENTS

Milton's Marvels of Science: Endangered Animals, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday, Jan. 1-31, in Earth City's Cavern of Time. Learn about endangered animals around the world and even right here in our area. Talk about how animals become endangered and what we can do to help them. All activities are included in gallery admission. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston.

Saturday, Jan. 3

FETCH! Challenge Lab, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. Try activities that you've seen on PBS's FETCH! Highlands Museum and Discovery Center, 1620 Winchester Ave., Ashland. Free with regular admission.

Wednesday, Jan. 7

Wee Wednesdays, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Stories, music and crafts based on great books. Included with museum gallery admission. Questions, call 304-561-3500 or visit www.theclaycenter.org. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston. $7; $5.50 children.

Saturday, Jan. 10

Fun Lab: Foil Sculptures, noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. Use simple materials to create your own three dimensional artwork. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston.

"Grow with Music" Program, spring classes begin Monday, Feb. 2, in Smith Hall. A popular program for children ages birth to 5 and their parents. The 45-minute sessions are designed to enhance a child's development by using age-appropriate music activities and movement. Limited to eight children per class. Registration required; call 304-697-0211. Visit www.marshall.edu/commdis/music. Marshall University Campus, 1 John Marshall Drive, Huntington. A discount applies if registered by Jan. 10.

Kids Class, 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $20.

Saturday, Jan. 17

Kids Class, 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $20.

Saturday, Jan. 24

Whizbang Workshops: Color and Light, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Jan. 24. Explore the science and art of light and color with a variety of hands-on experiments and art projects. For grades second through sixth. Registration required; call 304-561-3517. Clay Center for the Arts & Science, One Clay Square, Charleston. $15; $12 for members.

Saturday, Jan. 31

Kids Class, 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31. Limited class space. Early registration is encouraged; call 304-697-2665. Payment must accompany registration. Le Cook Store, 911 3rd Ave., Huntington. $20.