Pulse Calendar

Aphasia Support Group: The Charleston Area Aphasia Support Group will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1, at First Settlement Physical Therapy, 313 MacCorkle Ave., S.W., South Charleston. The group meets monthly. Contact Paula Wildi at 304-906-8030 or 304-746-3704 or email fsptpaula.wildi@gmail.com for more information.

Rummage/Hot Dog Sales: Humpheys Memorial United Methodist Church in Sissonville will have a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, June 3, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 4. Hot dogs will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

Church Yard Sale: Buffalo Church of God, W.Va. 62 and Church Street in Buffalo, will host a rain-or-shine yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 3, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4.

Gun Violence Prevention: As part of National Gun Violence Prevention Day, a community block party will take place from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Glenwood Avenue and Central Avenue on Charleston’s West Side. The free block party will include food, music, activities, and resources for the whole family. Those attending are asked to wear orange clothing to honor those affected by gun violence.

KC Village Yard Sale: The Kanawha City Village Yard Sale is scheduled for 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, throughout Kanawha City neighborhoods. Information and updates will be posted on the Kanawha City Community Association’s Facebook page and www.kanawhacity.org.

Yard/Hot Dog Sales: The Woman’s Club of South Charleston will host an indoor/outdoor yard sale and hot dog sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at 214 D St., South Charleston. No credit cards will be accepted for payment. Proceeds will go for a veterans’ event.

Nitro Yard Sale: The City of Nitro city-wide yard-sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4. Sales will be held throughout the city to include businesses, organizations, churches, and homes. Check out the Nitro City Wide Facebook page for more information.

Bluegrass Concert: The Amanda Cook Band will perform bluegrass music, starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 3, at the Cabell County 4-H Camp, Route 10, Barboursville. Call 304-743-5749 for more information.

Kids’ Corner: The Kids’ Corner ministry at North Hills Baptist Church in Sissonville furnishes clothing (newborn to girls and boys 18-20), diapers, wipes, shoes, books, and other miscellaneous donated items. No adult clothing is available. Distributions will be available from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, and 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 18. For immediate assistance or more information, call the church office, 304-984-0347, and leave a message.

Campbells Creek Yard Sale: The Campbells Creek Community Yard Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Ken Ellis Memorial Park on Campbells Creek Drive in Charleston. There is a $5 set-up fee for participants, crafters, and direct sales vendors. For more information, call Rhonda, 304-356-6343.

RC Club Fly-In: The Flying Hillbillies RC Club will host a fly-in from 10 a.m. until dark on Saturday, June 4, at the club’s field on Route 817, approximately three miles north of the John Amos Plant in Winfield, on the right. Airplanes and trainers will be available for visitors try remote-control aircraft flying.

Morris Memorial Food Drive: The Nurture ‘n’ Action team at Morris Memorial United Methodist Church will sponsor a food drive for Common Grounds on Saturday, June 4. The team will meet in the church parking lot at 4615 MacCorkle Ave., S.E., in Kanawha City from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to collect donations. For more information, call 304-925-1413.

Interfaith Event: An interfaith event, “Caring for Creation Together,” to be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 4, will enable West Virginians of faith to discuss their concerns for the changing climate in the Mountain State, its effects on residents’ way of life and citizens’ future and response. It will feature faith leaders, including the Rev. Jeff Allen, the Rev. Mitch Hescox, the Rev. Ron English, Bishop Marcia Dinkins, and others. The free event will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 16 Leon Sullivan Way, Charleston. Lunch is included. For more information and to register, go to tinyurl.com/WVAClimate.

Military Appreciation Picnic: The West Virginia Marine Corps Coordinating Council and Tri-State Chapter No. 949, Vietnam Veterans of America will host the 11th annual Military and Veterans Appreciation Picnic for all military members, veterans, and their families. The picnic will be held on Saturday, June 4, at Harris Riverfront Park in Huntington and feature food, military displays and demonstrations, entertainment, booths, door prizes, classic cars, an appearance by Wild Bill Neff of the Travel Channel’s “Mountain Monsters,” and more. Organizations are invited set up a booth at the event at no charge. Any organization that would like to set up a booth should contact Ron Wroblewski at 740-446-1795 as soon as possible to reserve space. Each group must supply its own tent top, tables, and chairs. Booths must be set up by 9:30 a.m. June 4. The event is free for all military veterans and their guests.

S.A. Historical Society: The St. Albans Historical Society will host an open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, offering hundreds of displays, books, and photographs, along with items such as the peanut roaster from the old Coal River Insurance and a pilot wheel from the USS West Virginia that was sunk at Pearl Harbor and displayed at Hilawn Pool for years. The SAHS building is located at 404 Fourth Ave. in St. Albans.

55th Anniversary Service: Faith Missionary Baptist Church in St. Albans will observe its 55th anniversary at the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, June 5. Pete Pack from Beckley will be the guest speaker. Faith Missionary Baptist Church is located at 701 MacCorkle Ave., S.W., one mile west of Winfield Road near St. Albans. All Sunday services are also live streamed. For more information, call Pastor Mike Hager at 304-727-949 or go to www.fmbcwv.org

The Believers: The Believers will sing at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 5, at Marlaing Gospel Tabernacle, 119 Virginia Ave., N., in St. Albans; 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Kanawha Two Mile Gospel Tabernacle on Kanawha Two Mile Road in Sissonville; and 7:40 p.m. Friday, June 10, during the Bend Area Gospel Jubilee at the Jackson County Fairgrounds, Cottageville, Jackson County.

Jerusalem Marketplace VBS: Jerusalem Marketplace Vacation Bible School will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. June 6-9 at First Presbyterian Church of St. Albans, 201 Kanawha Terrace, St. Albans. The Holy Land adventure will include authentic, Bible-times experiences. To register or learn more, call 304-727-2241 or go to the Facebook page, @FirstPresbySA.

Judson Baptist VBS: A Food Truck Party vacation Bible school is planned for 6 to 8 p.m. June 6 through June 10 at Judson Baptist Church, 72 Addington Lane, Winfield.

KV Coin Club: The Kanawha Valley Coin Club will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at the South Charleston Church of Christ Annex, 327 Fourth Ave., South Charleston. For more information, call 304-727-4062 or go to www.kvcc.eznetway.com.

Elk River Blood Drive: An American Red Cross blood drive is scheduled for 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at the Elk River Church of the Nazarene, 143 Dutch Road in Charleston. All blood types are needed. No appointment is necessary, but if you wish to make an appointment, go to www.redcross.org and enter “elkriver.”

Bereavement Book Authors’ Reading: The Legacy Group was formed to provide support for parents grieving the deaths of their children. The book “Love with No Place to Go” is a compilation of four parents’ journals on their journeys to heal. On Thursday, June 9, the authors and facilitators of the group will gather to read passages from the books, discuss their experiences and gather in remembrance of those gone too soon. The event is free and will take place at 6 p.m. at Taylor Books, 226 Capitol St., Charleston. For more information about the book, visit camc.org/FRC. Proceeds from book sales benefit the CAMC Foundation and provide resources for bereavement services.

First Responder Meet/Greet: The City of Hurricane will host a First Responder Meet & Greet for children with autism, police officers, and firefighters to get to know one another. The sensory-friendly event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at the Hurricane Fire Department, Main Street, Hurricane.

St. Albans Garden Club: The St. Albans Garden Club will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at the St. Albans Fire Department, 51 Sixth Ave., St. Albans.

HHS Golf Tournament: The Hurricane High School football team will host a golf tournament at 9 a.m. Friday, June 10, at the Big Bend Golf Course, 151 Riverview Drive, Tornado. Other activities include a grab-and-go lunch on Hole 9, dinner, awards following the tournament, and a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the HHS football team. The team entry fee is $500 and hole sponsorships are $125. Team entry with hole sponsorship is $600. Contact AnnaMarie French, 304-546-0288, for event details.

Aquatics Director Sought: The Buckskin Council, Boy Scouts of America, has an immediate need and opening for a Summer Camp Aquatics Director. The ideal candidate must be 21 years of age or older, a strong swimmer and can be certified as a lifeguard, able to pass a criminal background check, and able to spend June 4-July 17 at a camp facility outside of Parkersburg. The candidate selected for the position will be responsible for managing a pool facility and staff at a youth summer camp. For more information, contact Michael Cidor, 304-340-3663.

Winfield Watersports Weekend: The second annual Winfield Watersports Weekend will take place Friday and Saturday, June 10 and 11, at the Winfield Boat Ramp. Visit the City of Winfield Facebook page for updates and more details.

Flea Market/Pet Adoption Event: The Putnam County Animal Relief Center will host a “No Flea Market” flea market and pet adoption event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at the center, 12908 Charleston Road, Red House. Vendors and crafts can rent 10-foot-by-10-foot spots for $25 each, with all proceeds going directly to provide additional bonding areas and fencing for shelter animals to play outside. The shelter will also be accepting new or gently used (non-clothing) items for donation to be sold at the flea market. (Items will only be accepted on the day prior to the sale.) All proceeds from donated item sales will be used to sponsor the adoption fee of current shelter animals. The event will feature a hot dog and bake sale and a “Big Dog” 50/50 raffle. For more information or to inquire about donating items for the sale, contact Tara at 304-545-7717 or Postalbarbie@yahoo.com.

Hot Dog Sale/Pet Adoption: Unity of Kanawha Valley, 804 Myrtle Road, Charleston, will host a hot dog sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11. Hot dogs, chips, drinks, and desserts will be available for purchase. New Hope Animal Rescue representatives will be on the parking lot during the event with animals available for adoption.

Hot Dog/Ice Cream Social: Mountain Union Church of Pliny, 19268 Jerry’s Run Road, Pliny, will have a hot dog and ice cream social at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 11. The Generations and Faith’s Promise will sing at 7 p.m.

PHS Alumni Banquet/Dance: The 2022 Poca High Alumni Banquet and Dance will be held Saturday, June 11, at Poca High School, 1 Dot Way, Poca. Willie D and No Regrets will provide musical entertainment. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m., with a welcome reception at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. The cost is $20 per person. Reservations are due by June 1 and can be made by mailing: Poca High School Alumni Association, P.O. Box 427, Poca, WV 25159. For more information, call Lynne Kibler at 304-755-3628 or Dale and Hotchie Parkins at 304-755-5497.

Race Amity Day: The Bahá’ís of Charleston will host a Race Amity Day celebration, starting at noon Sunday, June 12, at Coonskin Park in Charleston. The celebration will focus on America’s first “Race Amity worker,” Louis Gregory, who was also an organizer of America’s first Race Amity conference in 1921 at his alma mater, Howard University. For more information about the event, visit BahaiCommunityOfCharlestonWV on Facebook or charlestonwvbahai.org

Winfield Nazarene VBS: Winfield Nazarene Church will host a “Christmas in June” vacation Bible school from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 14, through Friday, June 17, at the church, 10822 Winfield Road in Winfield. For more information, call 304-586-2180.

Teen Leadership Summit: A Teen Leadership Summit will be held June 21-23 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with an optional activity from 4 to 5 p.m.) at the Valley Park Conference Center, Hurricane. Hosted by the Regional Family Resource Network and the Putnam Wellness Coalition, the free summit is for students entering seventh grade in the fall through 2022 graduating seniors for Putnam and surrounding counties. It will feature interactive games, programs, outdoor activities, prizes, and learning opportunities. Putnam County graduating seniors will have an opportunity to earn college scholarships. Registration and more information are available at putnamwellnesscoalition.org.

Campbells Creek Summerfest: The 2022 Campbells Creek Summerfest is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, June 17 and 18, at Ken Ellis Memorial Park, three miles along Campbells Creek Drive in Charleston. Friday will be Gospel Night, starting at 6 p.m., and live musical entertainment will begin at noon on Saturday. Bring lawn chairs. Summerfest will include food, vendors, games, and more.

SJHS ‘72 Reunion: A 50th-year reunion for the Stonewall Jackson High School Class of 1972 will be held Friday and Saturday, June 17 and 18. For more information, contact David Campbell, 304-552-4316 or Dave.Campbell541@gmail.com.

Sorority White Party: The Charleston-Institute Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority will present a White Party from 9 p.m. Friday, June 17, to 1 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at the India Center, 800 Green Road, South Charleston. DJ Big L will provide music. The cost is $45 per person/$80 per couple. Tickets can be ordered at bit.ly/CIACWhiteparty. A portion of the proceeds will support scholarships and chapter programs. For more information, email CIACDeltas@gmail.com.

St. John’s Book Club: The St. John’s United Methodist Church Community Book Club will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 21, at the Scott Depot church. The book for discussion is “Miracle Of The Dry Season” by Sarah Louden Thomas. The story takes place in West Virginia. The club will meet again on Sept. 20, with “The Boys” by Ron and Clint Howard as the book for discussion. For more information, call Peggy Kuhl at 304-638-3659 or the church at 304-757-6343.

Charleston Coin Club: The Charleston Coin Club will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 21, at the Kanawha City Community Center, 3511 Venable Ave., Kanawha City. the public meeting will include a coin auction. For additional information, call 304-727-4062 or visit www.kvcc.eznetway.com.

NHS All-Class Reunion: The Nitro High School Alumni Association will host the sixth All-Class Reunion from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, July 22, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The cost is $25 per person for those who pre-register before June 17 or $30 at the door. Dress is casual. Masks will be optional. Visit the Nitro High School Alumni Facebook page for more information and a link to the registration form or contact Becky Smith Woodson (‘74) at rbwoodson@suddenlink.net (304-543-0384) or Sara Humphrey Anthony (‘62) at saranhs62@yahoo.com (304-586-3179).

Capital High 30th-Year Reunion: Tickets are available for the Capital High Multi-Class 30th Reunion for the classes of 1990, 1991, and 1992, to be held July 22-24. Tickets are $60 each for alumni and guests for the Saturday, July 23, dinner and dance starting at 7 p.m. at Coonskin Park. Other scheduled events include a Cougars meet and greet session at 7 p.m. Friday, July 22, at Bar 101; a bowling tournament from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 23; and a picnic at Coonskin’s Riverside Shelter from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 24. Payments can be made via check to Capital HS Reunion, P.O. Box 2402, Charleston WV 25329 or via PayPal @chsreunion909192. Early registration is recommended; tickets are limited. Contact Brian Thompson at thompson10@marshall.edu or call/text 304-389-4904 for more information.

Walk Like MADD: Mothers Against Drunk Driving-West Virginia will host its inaugural Walk Like MADD-WV fundraising event on Saturday, Sept. 24, at Valley Park in Hurricane. Sponsors, partners, donors, and team leaders are invited to participate in the non-competitive event. To find out more, go to www.walklikemadd.org/westvirginia, call 304-757-0775 or email margie.sadler@madd.org.

Winfield Food Pantry: The Salt & Light Food Pantry, located at the Winfield Church of the Nazarene, 10822 Winfield Road, Winfield, operates a food pantry and U.S. Department of Agriculture commodities for qualifying Putnam County recipients from 9 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of each month. Eligibility is based on gross monthly income and household size. Bring a valid picture ID when visiting the pantry. For more information, call the church, 304-586-2180. The USDA prohibits discrimination in all its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and family or marital status. Anyone who believes he or she has been discriminated against by a USDA-related activity should write to the USDA, Director: Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410.

Mayflower Descendants: The Society of Mayflower Descendants in the State of West Virginia members trace to at least one ancestor who was on the Mayflower in 1620. For more information on the society, contact Ernest Blevins at blevinsee@g.cofc.edu or go to the Facebook page, @WestVirginiaMayflowerSociety.

Meditation Circle: The Meditation Circle of Charleston meets in person weekly from 6 to 7 p.m. on most Thursdays in Charleston at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation building, 520 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston. The group practices breath and body-centered mindfulness meditation. Meetings include a short guided meditation and quiet periods of sitting and walking meditation, followed by a time for questions and discussion. The group is open to all and offered freely. For more information, visit the Meditation Circle website, themeditationcircle.com

Baby Love Pantry: The Baby Love Pantry at Cross Lanes United Methodist Church provides free diapers, wipes and, when available, formula on the first and third Fridays of the month from 10:30 a.m. to noon. There are no income requirements to receive items, but ID for proof of child is required. Drive-through pickup of items can be made in the church’s lower parking lot at 5320 Frontier Drive in Cross Lanes.

Winfield Lions Club: The Winfield Lions Club conducts a pot luck dinner meeting on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at its clubhouse at the end of Main Street in Winfield. Prospective members are welcome.

Square Dance Classes: Square dance classes are offered from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays at Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church, 2848 Putnam Ave., Hurricane. For more information, call 304-389-4861 or 304-586-1131.

Eleanor Senior Bingo: Senior Bingo games are played at the Eleanor Fire Station in Eleanor from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays.