CHARLESTON / WEST VIRGINIA
A GREAT PLACE FOR...




         GROUPS                                         SHOPPING & DINING                                                FUN
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HOW TO USE YOUR OFFICIAL CHARLESTON VISITORS GUIDE                                           Find your way
Each area of Charleston has a wayfinding color and symbol. Throughout
the guide these colors and symbols will help you in locating each                             4   /   2009 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
advertiser and listing. For further assistance in locating a business or
location, maps are provided on pages 16, 18 & 19.
                                                                                             16   /   CHARLESTON & VICINITY MAP
The Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau wishes to thank the following for
allowing us the use of their photographic images: Charleston Civic Center, The Clay
Center for the Arts & Sciences - WV, FestivALL,Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming                18   /   SOUTH CHARLESTON MAP
Center and West Virginia Division of Tourism.

Feature stories written by Kerri Keefer.                                                     19   /   DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON MAP
Cover photography by Rick Lee.
                                                                                             20   /   ATTRACTIONS, RECREATION &
The Official Charleston Visitors Guide is a publication of the Charleston
Convention & Visitors Bureau, 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV 25301;                           SHOPPING GUIDE
800-733-5469 toll free, 304-344-5075 local.

Published by The Manahan Group, 222 Capitol Street, Suite 400, Charleston, WV                32   /   DINING & NIGHTLIFE GUIDE
25301; 304-343-2800. George Manahan, Publisher; Amanda Wilson,
Editor- in- Chief; Kerri Keefer, Managing Editor and Advertising Manager;
Abbey Fiorelli, Art Director.                                                                40   /   ACCOMMODATIONS GUIDE
All rights reserved; reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the
written permission of the publisher. ©2009                                                   48   /   VISITOR SERVICES
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A M E S S A G E F R O M M AY O R D A N N Y J O N E S




WELCOME
TO CHARLESTON
                                                                                                                     Mayor Danny Jones
                                                                                                                 at the Cultural Center
                                                                                                                       Photo by Rick Lee

As Mayor of West Virginia's capital city,      as FestivALL Charleston in June, the        project to our riverfront park, and plans
I thank you for your interest in learning      Charleston Rod Run & Doo Wop in             are underway to transform an abandoned
more about all that our community has to       October and Live on the Levee free          railroad trestle into a hiking and biking
offer. When Charleston hosted the              concerts on Friday nights during the        bridge across the Kanawha River.
World's Strongest Man competition in           summer. Many others invest their time,
September 2008, people from all over the       talents and energies on other events that   For people with a passion for shopping or
world discovered our city and expressed        continue to attract people, such as         fine dining, special places like the
their enthusiasm and appreciation for the      Multifest in August, the Smoke on the       Charleston Town Center Mall, Capitol
fun and friendliness they found here. As       Water Chili Cookoff in June, the Green      Market, Bridge Road Shops and
you read through this Visitors Guide, I        Chili Shootout in March, the Christmas      downtown village district offer both
hope you will discover what many people        Parade, Good Night concerts on New          shopping and dining among national
in Charleston also know about this place:      Year’s Eve and others.                      chains and locally owned shops and
ours is a vibrant city with friendly people,                                               restaurants.
varied activities and enticing amenities       Charleston features several venues where
                                                                                           In the pages of this Visitors Guide, you
that attract people to live, visit, work and   people gather for sports, recreation and
                                                                                           will learn more about the special events
play here.                                     good times, including Appalachian Power
                                                                                           and places that make Charleston a great
                                               Park, Laidley Field at University of
                                                                                           place to be for a weekend visit, longer
I am blessed to be the Mayor of my             Charleston Stadium, the Charleston Civic
                                                                                           vacation or even a lifetime.
hometown, and our city is blessed because      Center, Kanawha State Forest, Coonskin
so many people follow their passions to        Park, Clay Center, WV Cultural Center &     I hope to see you in our city very soon!
make this a better place to be in so many      State Museum, Magic Island and Haddad
ways. Many volunteers have worked to           Riverfront Park. In the coming months
develop relatively new special events, such    you will witness a major improvement

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charleston
       ANNUAL EVENTS 2009
MAY                                               JUNE                                                      JUNE 19 - 28: FESTIVALL
                                                                                                            The fifth annual celebration of the arts
MAY 22 - 24: VANDALIA GATHERING                   JUNE 7: SYMPHONY SUNDAY                                   showcasing performances and visual arts
                                                                                                            by national, regional and local talents. Events
The 33rd annual Vandalia Gathering is a FREE      A full day of family fun, food, and music on
                                                                                                            are held throughout the city.
celebration of the arts, music, dance, stories,   the beautiful riverbank lawn of the University
                                                                                                            304-348-8174
crafts and food of West Virginia.The Cultural     of Charleston.The day culminates in a free
                                                                                                            www.festivallcharleston.com
Center and State Capitol Complex grounds          8pm WV Symphony Orchestra concert
will play host to this expanding family-style     followed by fireworks.
gathering on Memorial Day Weekend,                304-561-3500
May 22 - 24, 2009. Ethnic and cultural            www.wvsymphony.org
heritage combine to create an atmosphere
as comfortable as a family reunion with the
excitement of a state fair.
304-558-0162
www.wvculture.org/vandalia




   FESTIVALL CHARLESTON

                                                                                                   A City Becomes a Work of Art
                                                                                                   June 19-28
                                                                                                   Ten days of art and entertainment including
                                                                                                   Booker T & the MG’s in The Mayor’s Concert,
                                                                                                   Buddy Guy on Mountain Stage, Janiva Magness at
                                                                                                   Blues, Brews & BBQ, Wine & All That Jazz featuring
                                                                                                   Terence Blanchard, The Charleston Light Opera
                                                                                                   Guild presenting “Curtains”, The Capitol Street
                                                                                                   Art Fair, Ann Magnuson in “Back Home Again
                                                                                                   (Dreaming of Charleston)”, Smoke on the Water
                                                                                                   Chili Cook-Off, Library Street Fair, Wiener Dog
                                                                                                   Races and 100 hours of free music and family
                                                                                                   entertainment.
                                                                                                   For more information and a complete schedule,
                                                                                                   log on to www.festivallcharleston.com.




                                                                                                           www.festivallcharleston.com


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JUNE 20: SMOKE ON THE WATER
CHILI COOK-OFF
Tempt your taste buds at this spicy event with
80 -100 different chilis to sample. Music, arts
and crafts fair and a hot pepper eating contest
help make this a day to savor. The event will
be held at Haddad Riverfront Park. Proceeds
go to HospiceCare.
304-345-7653
www.smokeonthewater.org



JUNE 26: BLUES, BREWS, & BBQ
The best in blues music, along with cold beer
                                                            A GREAT PLACE FOR GROUPS
and hot BBQ. A fun event held on the
beautiful banks of the University of
Charleston campus. Part of FestivALL with                  Bring your group to FestivALL June 19 - 28! FestivALL has become the center
proceeds benefitting Fund for the Arts.                    of excitement in Charleston and offers a perfect group setting. Events are
304-345-0775
www.festivallcharleston.com                                family-friendly and occur at venues throughout the city.There are fun activities
                                                           for all age groups. Highlights include Smoke on the Water Chili Cook-off,
                                                           Blues, Brews & BBQ,Wine & All That Jazz, the Capitol Street Art Fair and so
JUNE 27:WINE AND ALL THAT JAZZ                             much more.The event truly offers something for everyone.
Sample wines from an array of West Virginia
vineyards, and enjoy an entire day of live jazz
by some of the finest local and nationally                 To find out how to bring your group to Charleston, call the Charleston
known jazz musicians. Enjoy the river breeze               Convention & Visitors Bureau's Ashlee Burgess at 1-800-733-5469.
on the beautiful banks of the University of
Charleston campus. Part of FestivALL.
304-345-0775
www.festivallcharleston.com

                                                  AUGUST
JULY                                              AUGUST 7 - 9: MULTIFEST                                WEST VIRGINIA
                                                  The 20th Anniversary Multifest showcases               BOOK FESTIVAL
JULY 3 - 5: 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION               West Virginia's diversity in food, music, dance
The three-day festivities center around           and other cultural activities. Events take place
Haddad Riverfront Park. Families can enjoy        at the State Capitol Complex.
food, concerts and fireworks.                     304-347-7663
304-348-8174                                      www.multifestwv.com
www.cityofcharleston.org



JULY 30 - AUGUST 2: RIBFEST 2009                  OCTOBER
The 11th annual event includes world class,
award-winning BBQ ribs and chicken from           OCTOBER 1 - 4: CHARLESTON
vendors across the United States. Enjoy           BOULEVARD ROD RUN AND
nightly concerts featuring nationally-known                                                                  Book lovers of all ages will enjoy the
entertainers, arts and crafts, rides and          DOO WOP FESTIVAL                                         ninth annual West Virginia Book Festival,
attractions for the whole family. Held along      The fourth edition of this four-day car show                 with programs, authors, vendors,
Kanawha Boulevard in the lot beside Shoney’s      includes poker runs, free doo wop concerts,               poets, storytellers, exhibits, children’s
in Downtown Charleston.                           river cruises, tours, auto parts vendors, raffles,            activities and a used book sale.
304-984-2412                                      fireworks and more.                                                 October 10 and 11.
www.charlestonwvribfest.com                       1-800-733-5469                                                        Admission is free.
                                                  www.charlestonwvcarshow.com

        A GREAT PLACE
                                                  OCTOBER 10 - 11: WEST VIRGINIA
           FOR FUN                                BOOK FESTIVAL
      There is always something going on          The ninth annual two-day festival features
         in Charleston! To search for             book signings, workshops, special programs,                   Charleston Civic Center
       more events go to our website,             children's activities and a used book sale.                   www.wvbookfestival.org
         www.charlestonwv.com.                    304-343-4646                                                       304.343.4646
                                                  www.wvbookfestival.org

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A GREAT PLACE
FOR GROUPS
Looking for an accessible,
affordable, safe and
family-friendly meeting site?
Charleston is the per fect
destination.


Visitors will find a variety of historic, scenic   • Downtown hotels are within walking             The Charleston Convention & Visitors
and entertaining attractions, which sets an          distance of the Charleston Civic Center,       Bureau offers meeting and convention
appealing stage for a convention or meeting.         the Charleston Town Center Mall, and           planners the following services:
Charleston is an attractive, convenient,             lots of activities.
memorable and productive conference                                                                 • Pre-convention planning & counseling
destination. The city offers a unique              • Charleston is located at the intersection of
conference setting—the first-class meeting           three interstates: I-64, I-77, and I-79.       • Guidance and assistance from early
facilities of a cosmopolitan city with                                                                planning stages to the end of the
the comfort of West Virginia tradition             • The city has more than 4,000 sleeping            convention
and hospitality.                                     rooms.
                                                                                                    • Impartial liaison services between
Charleston's Downtown area boasts seven            • Hospitality and a warm welcome await             meeting planner, city facilities and
hotels, the Charleston Civic Center, more            all groups.                                      convention-related services
than 30 delicious restaurants, and the
Charleston Town Center Mall, one of the                                                             • Meeting with your planning committee to
largest urban shopping malls east of the           MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS                           answer questions or offer suggestions
Mississippi, and it’s all within walking           ARE OUR BUSINESS
distance. Here are more reasons Charleston         The Charleston Convention & Visitors             • Entertainment & leisure activity planning
is a great place for meetings:                     Bureau wants to make your meeting or
                                                   convention a success. We can be as               • Assistance with pre-meeting or
• Yeager Airport is a quick 8-minute drive         hands-on as you need. Let our staff show           post-meeting leisure activities
  from downtown.                                   you what a wonderful welcome truly is.


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• Arranging spouse activities or special
  functions during conference

• Publicity & marketing
                                               CHARLESTON MEETING SITES

• Preparing and distributing news releases               Charleston Civic Center / 304-345-1500
  prior to convention                                   Capitol Conference Center / 304-344-2246

• Alerting media to arrival of convention      West Virginia State University Capitol Center / 304-342-6522
  and requesting on-site coverage                     Charleston House Holiday Inn / 304-344-4092

• Providing lists of local radio, television         Charleston Marriott Town Center / 800-228-9290
  and print media to aid in securing                         Embassy Suites / 304-347-8700
  publicity
                                                    Holiday Inn Express - Civic Center / 304-345-0600
• Promotional materials                                   Municipal Auditorium / 304-348-8000

• Providing brochures on area                    The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences / 304-561-3570
  attractions, events, hotels and                    The Summit Conference Center / 888-224-0515
  restaurants




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                                                                                       • Loaning videos and photos of
                                                                                         Charleston and West Virginia to help
                                                                                         build convention attendance

                                                                                       • Registration assistance, such as
                                                                                         outsourcing registration requests to
                                                                                         local temporary agencies

                                                                                       • Providing letters of welcome for your
                                                                                         attendees from city officials

                                                                                       • Finding speakers to extend a brief
                                                                                         welcome to your delegation


                                                                                       MEETING SITES FOR ALL SIZES
                                                                                       One of the best things about doing
                                                                                       business in Charleston is that major
                                                                                       downtown hotels and meeting facilities are
                                                                                       located within walking distance of each
                                                                                       other and many dining and entertainment
                                                                                       options. With so many accommodations
                                                                                       and meeting spaces close by, Charleston
                                                                                       can host major conventions that require
                                                                                       multiple activities or seminars.

                                                                                       The largest meeting facility, with over
                                                                                       130,000 square feet of space, is the
                                                                                       Charleston Civic Center, which is located
                                                                                       in the heart of downtown and offers
                                                                                       plenty of conference-style rooms or
                                                                                       executive parlors, plus parking facilities,
                                                                                       catering services, audio-visual and décor
                                                                                       assistance. The Charleston Civic Center is
                                                                                       across the street from the Charleston
                                                                                       Town Center Mall, within a block of
                                                                                       four major hotels and many restaurants.

                                                                                       For smaller groups, Downtown Charleston
                                                                                       offers several more intimate sites. Capitol
                                                                                       Conference Center is located right off
                                                                                       historic Capitol Street. The facility offers
                                                                                       three distinct spaces with over 3,000 sq.
                                                                                       feet of total space. Not far from Capitol

From top: Charleston Marriott Town Center, Capitol Conference Center, Embassy Suites


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Street is the West Virginia State University       spaces for groups, as well. Located in the    accessible. Go to www.charlestonwv.com to
Capitol Center. This facility is within            Charleston Civic Center, the Civic Center     find out more about all of Charleston's
walking distance of all of Downtown and            Little Theatre seats 750. Across the street   meeting sites.
offers eight rooms with a total square             from the Charleston Town Center Mall, the
footage of 9,800.                                  Municipal Auditorium has seating for 3,500.   There are also plenty of businesses that can
                                                   The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences       help with catering, media services, printing,
Many hotels in the downtown area offer             includes the 1,883-seat Maier Foundation      copying and other communications needs as
meeting space including the Charleston             Performance Hall, a black box theater plus    well. The Charleston Convention & Visitors
House Holiday Inn, Charleston Marriott             other meeting spaces.                         Bureau can help you locate the support
Town Center, Embassy Suites, and the                                                             you need.
Holiday Inn Express - Civic Center.                There are many meeting options outside of
Dowtown Charleston offers several theater          Downtown Charleston that are very easily




        www.charlestonwv.com
          Everything you need online:

          • Calendar of Events - The calendar is easily searchable to find
            out what activities are going on around the city during your visit.



          • Event & Meeting Facilities Database - This searchable
            database offers photos, meeting room specifications, location and
            other important information for planning your meeting
            or convention.



          • Accommodations, Dining, Recreation and Shopping
            Databases - These searchable databases make finding what you
            are looking for so much easier.



          • Request for Proposal - Interested in Charleston as the site for
            your next meeting? Fill out the Request for Proposal form in the
            “Meeting Planners” section to let us know what you are looking
            for in a site.




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A GREAT PLACE
FOR SHOPPING
& DINING
Small town hospitality and
cosmopolitan amenities.

EVERYONE NEEDS A LITTLE                          experience one-of-a-kind fine Italian cuisine
RETAIL THERAPY                                   at Soho's.
Charleston’s shopping opportunities begin
Downtown. The Charleston Town Center             Right up the hill from Downtown
Mall, one of the largest urban malls in the      Charleston, you'll find the Bridge Road
East, is right in the middle of everything. It   Shops. The area offers unique shops with
is located across the street from the            art, food, clothing, toys and jewelry. Bridge
Charleston Civic Center, hotels, and             Road also offers unique dining experiences
                                                                                                 FEED YOUR SOUL
restaurants and within walking distance of       at Lola's, which offers imaginative pizzas
                                                                                                 It may come as a surprise, but dining in
other Downtown Charleston destinations.          and salads, or at the Bridge Road Bistro,
                                                                                                 Charleston can truly be an international
The three floors of the Charleston Town          which offers fine dining in a casual
                                                                                                 experience. Asian (including Japanese,
Center Mall offer over 130 specialty stores,     environment.
                                                                                                 Chinese, and Thai), French, Indian,
three department stores, five restaurants and
                                                                                                 Italian, Mexican, Middle Eastern and
a food court.                                    From fashion to toys and home goods to
                                                                                                 American foods can be found in Charleston.
                                                 outdoor equipment, you can find just about
                                                                                                 Many of these dining options are unique
Downtown Charleston also offers locally          anything at the outdoor shopping centers
                                                                                                 and locally owned.
owned stores such as Galperin Jewelry,           and restaurants along U.S. 119’s Southridge
Delfine’s, Merrill Photo, Taylor Books,          Centre, Shops at Trace Fork or Dudley
                                                                                                 Right along Capitol Street in the heart of
several local art galleries and one-of-a-kind    Farms Plaza. Other shopping destinations
                                                                                                 Downtown, you’ll find locally owned
stores like The Purple Moon and Ivor's.          include the Kanawha Mall and South
                                                                                                 Ichiban, featuring delicious sushi and
                                                 Charleston's Riverwalk Plaza.
                                                                                                 Pan-Asian cuisine. You can also find sushi
Right on the edge of Downtown, you'll find
                                                                                                 Downtown at Kaifu Japanese Cuisine &
Capitol Market, an open-air market with          Find antiques and other treasures at the
                                                                                                 Sushi Bar, and Sushi Atlantic. Other
fresh produce and fragrant flowers in the        South Charleston Antique Mall, which has
                                                                                                 restaurants offering unique Asian dining
spring and summer, pumpkins for                  more than 70 dealers, or at the Capitol
                                                                                                 found outside of Downtown include Taste of
Halloween and live Christmas trees in the        Flea Market.
                                                                                                 Asia, Thai House Restaurant and Main Tin.
winter. Inside you can browse for West
                                                                                                 Right down the street from Ichiban, you’ll
Virginia specialty products, books, coffee,      See our shopping guide on pages 30 & 31
                                                                                                 find Café de Paris, offering fine French
West Virginia-made chocolate, fresh              for more information.
                                                                                                 cuisine in a casual environment.
seafood, wine and cheese. You can also


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One block away from the international flair        Other unique experiences can be found in        right up in your boat.
of Capitol Street you’ll find Sahara               the fine dining at Laury’s, delicious
Restaurant, which offers Italian, American         homemade ice cream at Ellen's Homemade          If you’re looking for entertainment along
and Middle Eastern dining and Sitar of             Ice Cream, organic options at Bluegrass         with your delicious meal, you can play table
India, which serves authentic Indian cuisine.      Kitchen, chocolate at Holl’s or Capitol         games and slot machines or watch live
                                                   Roasters and coffee at Taylor Books.            greyhound racing and much more at
For unique and hearty Italian food, check                                                          Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center. After
out Joe Fazio’s, a Charleston landmark with        Most Charleston residents will tell you to      you've gambled up an appetite, enjoy
great Italian and some of the best steaks          dine at Blossom Deli for one of the most        authentic cuisine at the French Quarter
in town, Soho’s at Capitol Market, or              unique dining experiences in the city.          Lounge, classic First Turn Restaurant and
Leonoro’s Spaghetti House.                         During lunchtime, you’ll enjoy an               convenient Café Orleans.
                                                   old-fashioned diner experience with some
Charleston and the surrounding area offer          of the best milkshakes in town. At
Mexican dining options like Rio Grande,            dinnertime the deli is transformed with
La Carreta, Cozumel, Casa Garcia and               white tablecloths and more into an upscale
Los Agaves.                                        elegant restaurant. It’s an experience you’ll
                                                                                                   A TASTE FOR MORE?
                                                   never forget.                                   Check the dining guide on pages 32 - 39
The Charleston Town Center Mall offers five                                                        to find out all about Charleston’s
full-service restaurants including Chili’s Bar &   If outdoor dining is what you crave, check      delicious culinary choices or go to
                                                                                                   www.charlestonwv.com and click the
Grill, Outback Steakhouse, Half Time Sports        out Huck Finn's and The Barge Restaurant
                                                                                                   dining link to search the dining database.
Bar and Grill, Bennigan’s, seafood at Tidewater    & Grill. At both restaurants located on the
Grill and fine dining at The Chop House.           Kanawha River, you are welcome to drive


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A GREAT PLACE
FOR FUN
From whitewater rafting to
strolling the brick sidewalks in
the downtown village district,
Charleston has fun for the
whole family.


OUTDOOR FUN                                    Big Bend Golf Course, par-69 Sandy Brae,        participating galleries which offer new
Charleston is the gateway to all of            and the 9-hole course at Cato Park.             displays for each event. For more
West Virginia. Not many cities can offer                                                       information and dates, visit
skiing, whitewater rafting, ATV trails,        During the summer months, Appalachian           www.charlestonartwalk.com.
rock climbing, mountain biking,                Power Park is truly the place to be. The park
canoeing, kayaking, hiking, geocaching,        is home to Charleston’s minor league            Get the adrenaline rush you’re looking for at
golf and so much more, all within a            baseball team, The West Virginia Power.         the new Treetops Canopy & Zipline Tour.
manageable distance.                           Games offer fun for the entire family. Kids     Take in the breathtaking views from a series
                                               can enjoy the Fun Zone and the Power’s five     of platforms, sky-bridges and ten ziplines.
Kanawha State Forest offers extreme            mascots, Axe, Charlie, Gusty, Hydro and         For more information, see page 27.
mountain biking and hiking adventures          Pyro. Thursday night home games are Buck
along with geocaching excursions.              Nights, where small fountain drinks, hot        In the winter months, you can enjoy the
Charleston’s Coonskin Park is a short          dogs, and general admission tickets are each    excitement of the slopes with only a one
10-minute drive from downtown. The park        $1. Friday and Saturday night games offer       hour and 15 minute drive to Winterplace
offers mountain biking and hiking trails,      fireworks after the game.                       Ski Resort. Other ski resorts including,
a soccer field, playgrounds, a par-55 golf                                                     Canaan Valley, Snowshoe and Timberline
course, swimming pool and much more to         The third Thursday of each month offers a       are within a few hours drive of Charleston.
suit your outdoor needs.                       chance for exercise while taking in the arts    See page 24-27 for more details.
                                               with the Charleston Art Walk. Take a stroll
You can test your golf prowess at other        along the brick sidewalks of downtown and       Whitewater rafting is another draw for
courses close to Charleston including the      find out more about the arts scene in           adventure-seekers. Charleston is an easy
semi-private par-72 Scarlet Oaks, the par-71   Charleston. From 5 pm to 8 pm, visit            drive from world-class whitewater rafting on



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the New and Gauley rivers. There are
multiple companies you can contact for your
adventure and some also offer rock
climbing, kayaking and horseback riding.              SEASONS OF ADVENTURE
To find out more, check out pages 24 - 27.

                                                            SPRING - MOUNTAIN BIKING & HIKING
ATV trails can be found about 20 miles
                                                 Kanawha State Forest / www.kanawhastateforest.com / 304-558-3500
outside of Charleston along the Little Coal
River Trail. This is just one of six systems      Coonskin Park / www.kcprc.com/coonskin_park.htm / 304-341-8000
making up the Hatfield-McCoy Trail
system, which runs through several                                     SUMMER - ZIPLINE
West Virginia counties.                            TreeTops Canopy & Zipline Tour / www.treetopscanopytours.com
                                                                          800-252-7784
Take a scenic drive along the Midland Trail
National Scenic Byway (U.S. Route 60),
                                                                      FALL - ICE SKATING
which passes through 41 Southern West
                                                     South Charleston Memorial Ice Arena / 304-744-4ICE (4423)
Virginia towns and communities. There are
local attractions along the way including the
Malden historic district, where Booker T.                               WINTER - SKIING
Washington once lived.                          Winterplace Ski Resort / www.winterplace.com / 800-607-SNOW (7669)




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                                                                                             FESTIVALS AND ANNUAL EVENTS
                                                                                             Late June has become one of the most
                                                                                             exciting times for locals and visitors alike,
                                                                                             with the 10-day arts extravaganza,
                                                                                             FestivALL Charleston. FestivALL cele-
                                                                                             brates local, regional and national artists
                                                                                             in music, theater, dance and visual art.
                                                                                             The 2009 edition of FestivALL marks
                                                                                             its fifth anniversary and will run from
                                                                                             June 19 - 28. Events include Blues, Brews
                                                                                             and BBQ , Wine & All That Jazz, and the
                                                                                             Smoke on the Water Chili Cook-off. To
                                                                                             see a full schedule of events, go to
                                                                                             www.festivallcharleston.com.

                                                                                             March offers a chili cook-off, with a bit of
                                                                                             a twist. The Capitol Market Green Chili
                                                                                             Shoot-Out, held on the Saturday closest to
                                                                                             St. Patrick's Day, offers the best green chili
                                                                                             around. Quench your thirst with green
                                                                                             beer, enjoy live music and taste some
                                                                                             delicious homemade cornbread. Friday
                                                                                             night is Fiesta Verde, the party leading up
                                                                                             to the Green Chili Shoot-Out.


                                                                                             INDOOR FUN
                                                                                             Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center
                                                                                             brings the bright lights, excitement and
                                                                                             cuisine of the Big Easy to West Virginia.
                                                                                             Experience live greyhound racing,
                                                                                             simulcast horse and greyhound racing,
                                                                                             slots, live entertainment and table games.
                                                                                             If you work up an appetite, you can
                                                                                             satisfy your hunger at the facility’s two
                                                                                             restaurants or café.

                                                                                             The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences
                                                                                             is a multi-venue facility in the heart of
                                                                                             Charleston. The 240,000-square-foot
                                                                                             facility contains the Maier Foundation
                                                                                             Performance Hall, a black box theater,
                                                                                             two floors of interactive science exhibits,
From top: Appalachian Power Park, The Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences, Coonskin Park


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art museum, planetarium and giant-
screen film theater, gift shop and café all
under one roof. The Clay Center is also
home to the West Virginia Symphony
Orchestra.

Share in some friendly family competition
with games, go-karts and laser tag at the
South Ridge Grand Prix. Hit the lanes
and bowl a strike at Venture Lanes or
Galaxy Lanes. Or show off your ice
skating skills at the South Charleston
Memorial Ice Skating Arena.
                                                                                                   Photo by WV Tourism/David Fattaleh

For a look into West Virginia’s rich
history, schedule a tour of the West
Virginia State Capitol and Governor’s
Mansion. While you are there, don’t
forget to visit the newly renovated West
Virginia State Museum, which is located
at the Cultural Center on the grounds of
the Capitol. The Museum reopens to the
public in June 2009.

To find out more about Charleston’s
attractions and recreation, go to pages
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                                                  With over 100 listings in the Attractions,
                                                  Recreation and Shopping Guide, Charleston and
                                                  the surrounding area offer a variety of activities
                                                  for the entire family. Fill your stay with all the
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 ATTRACTIONS &                                          CRAIK-PATTON HOUSE                                     MIDLAND TRAIL SCENIC
                                                                                                               HIGHWAY ASSOCIATION
 ACTIVITIES                                             Historic Early-American house museum
                                                                                                               Also known as Route 60, Midland Trail covers
                                                        where visitors can tour the house and
                                                        grounds and hear stories of its past.                  about 180 miles through West Virginia with
 BECKLEY EXHIBITION COAL MINE                             2809 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston                    numerous towns and attractions along the
 Exhibition coal mine, simulated coal camp, gift        304-925-5341 | www.craik-patton.com                    way, including the Malden historic district
 shop, museum and campgrounds.                                                                                 where Booker T. Washington grew up,
 NC 513 Ewart Ave., Beckley                                                                                    Hawks Nest State Park, and the charming city
 304-256-1747 | www.beckleymine.com                                                                            of Lewisburg.
                                                        EAST END MAIN STREET                                      237 Capitol St., Charleston
                                                        Charleston’s East End is home to the State             1-866-ROUTE 60 | www.midlandtrail.com
                                                        Capitol, the city’s baseball stadium, the Clay
 BLENKO GLASS                                           Center for the Arts & Sciences as well as a
 Blenko has been hand-making glass since                growing number of businesses and families.
 1893.Visitor center, outlet store, free factory          1116 Smith St., Charleston                           NEU AESTHETICS
 tours, museum.                                         304-340-4253 | www.eastendmainstreet.com               Skincare, permanent make-up, facials
 NC 9 Fairgrounds Rd., Milton                                                                                  and more.
 877-425-3656 | www.blenkoglass.com                                                                              828 Oakwood Rd., Charleston
                                                                                                               304-346-1022 | www.neuskincareclinic.com
                                                        FENTON GIFT SHOP
                                                        Glass factory tours, gift shop, outlet and
 CHARLESTON CIVIC CENTER                                museum. No evening hours Jan. - March.
 Providing convention center facilities and             NC 420 Caroline Ave.,Williamstown                      NEW RIVER GORGE BRIDGE
 services: 250,000 square feet total, with a            800-319-7793 | www.fentongiftshop.com                  One of the world's largest single-arch steel
 51,000-square-foot exhibit area.                                                                              span bridges. Can be seen from the New
   200 Civic Center Dr., Charleston                                                                            River Gorge National River visitors’ center.
 304-345-1500                                                                                                  NC Lansing
 www.charlestonwvciviccenter.com                        GOVERNOR’S MANSION                                     304-574-2115 | www.nps.gov/neri
                                                        Home of the governor. Reservations required,
                                                        tours subject to cancellation at any time.
                                                          1716 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston
                                                        800-CALL WVA | www.wvculture.org                       NEW RIVER GORGE NATIONAL RIVER
                                                                                                               Trails, river access and camping in a park with
                                                                                                               cultural and natural significance.
                                                                                                               NC 104 Main St., Glen Jean
  CHARLESTON                                            HERITAGE TOWERS
                                                                                                               304-465-0508 | www.nps.gov/neri

  CIVIC CENTER                                          Tours of the Black Culture and African
                                                        Heritage Center. Authentic African artifacts,
                                                        educational exhibits.                                  NEW RIVER JET BOATS
                                                          612 Virginia St. E., Charleston                      Located at Hawk’s Nest State Park, New
                                                        304-343-3250                                           River Jetboats provides an incredible
                                                                                                               adventure for the whole family! Travel from
                                                                                                               the rim of the New River Gorge by Tram, and
                                                                                                               jet upstream to take in a breathtaking view of
                                                        JERRY ADKINS SALON                                     the famous New River Gorge Bridge.
                                                        Full-service salon and day spa.                        NC Boards at Hawks Nest State Park
                                                        NC 730 Nitro Market Pl., Cross Lanes                   304-469-2525 | www.newriverjetboats.com
                                                        304-776-0350



      charlestonwvciviccenter.com                                                                              OPULENCE SPA
                                                        MIDLAND TRAIL NATIONAL                                 Services include facials, peels, body treatments,
     Events / Services / Facilities / Contacts
                                                        SCENIC BYWAY                                           massages, therapeutic nail treatments,
                                                        The road of choice for those who want to               nutritional and fitness consultations and laser
                                                        leave the interstate behind and see the                hair removal. Medical cosmetic procedures
                                                        Best of West Virginia as Route 60 winds the            to smooth wrinkles are also available with
                                                        180-miles across WV’s midsection offering a            consultation.
                                                        drive filled with fabulous vistas, world-class           NorthGate Business Park,
                                                        rafting, outdoor fun, art and artisan treasures        600 Tracy Way, Charleston
                                                        & pioneer history.                                     304-345-6772 | www.theospa.com
                                                           237 Capitol St., Charleston
                                                        1-866-ROUTE 60 | www.midlandtrail.com

         Contact: M. Sharon King,
      Director of Sales & Marketing,
              304-345-1500



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 SOUTH CHARLESTON                                           WEST VIRGINIA STATE                                   CHARLESTON STAGE COMPANY
 INDIAN MOUND                                               CAPITOL COMPLEX                                       Performs high quality and innovative theater
 The second-largest Indian burial mound in the              The 293-foot gold dome of the West Virginia           productions for West Virginia audiences.
 state of West Virginia.                                    Capitol adorns the historic building that               123 Summers St., Charleston
   Route 60 West (MacCorkle Avenue                          houses state government.                              304-343-5272
 S.W.), South Charleston                                      1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston                   www.charlestonstagecompany.com
 800-238-9488                                               800-CALL WVA | www.wvculture.org


                                                                                                                  CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF
 TAMARACK                                                   WEST VIRGINIA VETERANS’ MEMORIAL                      CHARLESTON, INC
 A statewide collection of handmade crafts,                 A two-story, oval-shaped monument honoring            Since 1932 the Children’s Theatre of
 art and specialty foods which showcases                    West Virginians who died defending the U.S.           Charleston has educated children about
 The Best of West Virginia.                                 in 20th-century conflicts.                            the theater.
 NC One Tamarack Park, I-77, Exit 45,                          State Capitol Complex, 1900 Kanawha                  Charleston
 Beckley                                                    Blvd. E., Charleston                                  304-346-0164 | www.ctoc.org
 888-262-7225 | www.tamarackwv.com                          304-558-0230 | www.wvculture.org/history


                                                                                                                  CLAY CENTER FOR THE ARTS &
 TRACIE’S BEAUTY COTTAGE &                                                                                        SCIENCES - WEST VIRGINIA
 DAY SPA                                                                                                          Discover the world of music, theater, art and
 Hair salon, beauty care, massages and wraps.                                                                     science at the Clay Center.
   506 - 50th St. S.E., Charleston
                                                            CULTURE AND                                             One Clay Square, 300 Leon Sullivan Way,
 304-925-1772 | www.dayspawv.com                            PERFORMING ARTS                                       Charleston
                                                                                                                  304-561-3500 | www.theclaycenter.org
                                                            APPALACHIAN CHILDREN’S CHORUS
 TRI-STATE RACETRACK AND                                    Directors support choristers in striving for
 GAMING CENTER                                              the highest level of musical and personal             KANAWHA PLAYERS OFFICIAL STATE
 Rollin’ Spinnin’ & Hittin’ it Big Mardi Gras Style.        excellence.                                           THEATRE OF WEST VIRGINIA
                                                              210 Brooks St., Charleston
 Enjoy Table games, poker, slots, live                                                                            Community theater group offering live
                                                            304-343-1111 | www.wvacc.org
 greyhound racing, simulcast wagering, fine                                                                       productions from Sept. - May. Visit website
 dining and much more! Groups welcome!                                                                            for current schedule.
 NC #1 Greyhound Dr. , Cross Lanes                                                                                  309 Beauregard St., Charleston
 800-224-9683 | www.tristateracetrack.com                   CHARLESTON BALLET INC.,                               304-343-7529 | www.kanawhaplayers.org
                                                            AMERICAN ACADEMY OF BALLET
                                                            This civic troupe has enriched the cultural life
 VISIONS DAY SPA                                            of West Virginia, performing traditional and
                                                            original ballets.                                     MOUNTAIN STAGE
 Salon and day spa; hair, nails, licensed massage                                                                 A production of West Virginia Public
                                                              822 Virginia St. E., Charleston
 therapy, makeovers.                                                                                              Broadcasting.
                                                            304-342-6541 | www.thecharlestonballet.com
   238 Capitol St., Charleston                                                                                      Office location: 600 Capitol St.,
 304-345-5620 | visionsdayspawv.com                                                                               Charleston
                                                                                                                  888-596-9729 | www.mountainstage.org
                                                            CHARLESTON CHAMBER
 WEST VIRGINIA ARCHIVES AND                                 MUSIC SOCIETY
 HISTORY LIBRARY                                            Classical chamber music concerts.
                                                              Charleston
                                                                                                                  RIVER CITY YOUTH BALLET -
 Historical documents and records.                                                                                ENSEMBLE & SCHOOL
                                                            304-344-5389
     The Cultural Center, 1900 Kanawha Blvd.                                                                      A non-profit youth organization whose
                                                            www.charlestonchambermusic.org
 E., Bldg. 9, Charleston                                                                                          programs are designed to introduce youth to
 304-558-0230 | www.wvculture.org                                                                                 dance and the arts.
                                                                                                                    4110 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston
                                                            CHARLESTON LIGHT OPERA GUILD                          304-925-3262 | www.rcyb.org
                                                            One of West Virginia's premier producers of
 WEST VIRGINIA POWER
                                                            community musical theater. See website for
 Class A Minor League Baseball affiliate of the
                                                            current schedule.
 Pittsburgh Pirates.                                                                                              WEST VIRGINIA CULTURAL CENTER
                                                              411 Tennessee Ave., Charleston
   601 Morris St., Ste. 201, Charleston                                                                           State museum and theatre, State archives and
                                                            304-342-9312
 304-344-BATS | www.wvpower.com                                                                                   collections and a genealogical library. Provides
                                                            www.charlestonlightoperaguild.org
                                                                                                                  a full year of events and exhibits.
                                                                                                                     State Capitol Complex, 1900 Kanawha
                                                                                                                  Blvd. E., Bldg. 9, Charleston
                                                                                                                  304-558-0162 | www.wvculture.org




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   WEST VIRGINIA SYMPHONY                                  SCARLET OAKS                                              OUTDOOR
   ORCHESTRA
   Performs symphonic and pops concerts,
                                                           18-hole course at a semi-private club.                    ADVENTURES
                                                           NC 2 Dairy Rd., Poca
   holiday concerts, opera, and also performs              304-755-8079
   “Symphony Sunday” the first Sunday in June.                                                                       A-1 EXTREME EXPEDITIONS
     The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences,                                                                        Voted “West Virginia's Best Rafting Outfitter”
   One Clay Sq., Charleston                                                                                          on New and Gauley Rivers. Book online
   304-561-3500 | www.wvsymphony.org                       SHAWNEE GOLF COURSE                                       and save.
                                                           Nine-hole course. Fairly flat, well-bunkered              NC U.S. Route 19 Hinkle Road East,
                                                           course with three water hazards. 3,240 yards              Fayetteville
                                                           and par-36.                                               800-463-9873 | www.goextreme.com
                                                           NC Route 25, Institute
                                                           304-341-8030
   BIKING                                                                                                            ACE ADVENTURE RESORT
                                                                                                                     A 1500-acre resort. Whitewater rafting, rock
   CHARLESTON BICYCLE CENTER                                                                                         climbing, mountain biking, paintball, kayaking
   Sales, repairs, clothing and accessories, closed                                                                  and caving.
   Sun. and Mon.                                                                                                     NC Minden Rd., Oak Hill
     409 - 53rd St. S.E., Charleston
                                                           INDOOR                                                    800-787-3982 | www.aceraft.com
   304-925-8348                                            RECREATION
                                                           GALAXY LANES
                                                           Offers a family-friendly environment that is
                                                                                                                     ADVENTURES MOUNTAIN RIVER
                                                                                                                     Thirty-two years of experience. Packages
                                                           smoke and alcohol free.The facility includes
                                                                                                                     available with rafting, biking, fishing, golf, and
                                                           24 lanes, snack bar and full pro shop. Closed
                                                                                                                     horseback riding.
   GOLF                                                    Sunday and Monday during the summer
                                                                                                                     NC Sunday Road, Hico
                                                           months. Open daily rest of year. Call for
                                                                                                                     800-822-1FUN | www.rafttoday.com
                                                           summer hours.
   BIG BEND GOLF COURSE                                      6545 MacCorkle Ave., SE, Charleston
   Fairly flat 18-hole, par-71 course.                     304-925-1156
   Tree-lined fairways, no bunkers, some water.
   Player-friendly course.                                                                                           APPALACHIAN WILDWATERS
   NC 151 Riverview Dr.,Tornado
                                                                                                                     Whitewater rafting, from gentle to
   304-722-0400                                            SOUTH CHARLESTON MEMORIAL                                 adventurous; mountain biking, rock climbing,
                                                           ICE ARENA                                                 horseback riding and more.
                                                           Public skating, hockey, figure skating and “Learn         NC U.S. Route 19, Fayetteville
                                                           to Skate program.” Skate rental and pro shop.             800-624-8060 | www.awrafts.com
   CATO GOLF COURSE                                          20 R H L Blvd., South Charleston
   Nine-hole course with par-3 and par-4 holes.            304-744-4423
     100 Baker Ln., Edgewood Drive and
   Baker Lane, Charleston
                                                                                                                     CLASS VI - MOUNTAIN RIVER
   304-348-6859 | www.cityofcharleston.org
                                                                                                                     “Mild to wild” outdoor adventures, full-service
                                                           SOUTH RIDGE GRAND PRIX                                    facility and a veteran staff of professionals.
                                                           Family fun center featuring arcade, restaurant,           Deluxe cabins.
                                                           3 indoor go-kart race tracks, laser tag, and              NC P.O. Box 78, Ames Heights Road,
   COONSKIN GOLF COURSE                                    18-hole minature golf course.                             Lansing
   Handicapped-accessible, 18-hole executive                 500 South Ridge Blvd., South Charleston                 800-252-7784 | www.class-vi.com
   course. Par-55; 2,240 yards.                            304-720-4386 (4FUN)
     2000 Coonskin Dr., Charleston
   304-341-8013 | www.kcprc.com
                                                                                                                     GLADE SPRINGS RESORT & SPA
                                                           VENTURE LANES                                             Full service gated resort. Championship golf
                                                           Thirty-two lanes of bowling; bar and grill;               courses, spa.
   SANDY BRAE GOLF COURSE                                  meeting room, video lottery room; open daily.             NC 255 Resort Dr., Daniels
   18-hole course, par-69.Tee times required               NC 6300 MacCorkle Ave., St. Albans                        800-634-5233 | www.gladesprings.com
   on weekends in the summer through the first             304-768-7307
   of November.
   NC 9 Weirlong Rd., Amma Exit, I-79 North,
   Clendenin
                                                                                                                     HATFIELD & MCCOY TRAILS
   304-965-6800                                            YMCA OF KANAWHA VALLEY -                                  Six trail systems throughout southern West
                                                           CHARLESTON FAMILY YMCA                                    Virginia for ATV, dirt bike and mountain bike
                                                           Full-service fitness and aquatic facility. Child          riding, plus hiking and horseback riding.
                                                           care and adult and youth programs.                        NC P.O. Box 539, Lyburn
                                                             300 Hillcrest Dr. E., Charleston                        800-592-2217 | www.trailsheaven.com
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 NEW AND GAULEY RIVER                                  USA RAFT                                               DANIEL BOONE PARK
 ADVENTURE                                             Half-day whitewater raft trips on the New              Picnic tables, boat dock and launch; and
 Rafting on the New and Gauley Rivers.                 and Gauley Rivers. Adventure and family trips.         ADA-accessible fishing pier.
 NC P.O. Box 44, Lansing                               NC Rural Route 3, Fayetteville                           2800 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston
 800-SKY-RAFT | www.gauley.com                         800-USA-RAFT | www.usaraft.com                         304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org




 NEW RIVER TRAIL RIDES                                 WILDWATER EXPEDITIONS                                  DANNER MEADOW
 Hourly and overnight horseback and wagon              One-day and multi-day rafting adventures,              Walking path, exercise equipment stations,
 rides. Winter riding available.                       climbing and kayaking instruction, packages            picnic tables, athletic field and playground.
 NC Wonderland Road, Oak Hill                          and group discount.                                      South Fort Drive and Longwood Road,
 888-743-3982 | www.ridewva.com                        NC Southwest corner of Route 19 and                    Charleston
                                                       Milroy Grose Road, Lansing                             304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org
                                                       800-WVA-RAFT | www.wvaraft.com

 NORTH AMERICAN RIVER
 RUNNERS, INC                                                                                                 DUNBAR WINE CELLAR
 Many adventures, including whitewater                 WINTERPLACE SKI RESORT                                 Picnic shelter, fishing, nature walk and
 rafting, kayaking, climbing wall and more.            Resort featuring winter activities such as             archery range.
 Call for hours.                                       skiing, snow-boarding and tubing. Call to plan         NC Dunbar
 NC Route 61, 1/4-mile west of U.S. 19, Hico           a summer event.                                        304-766-0224 | www.cifyofdunbarwv.com
 800-950-2585 | www.narr.com                           NC I-77, Exit 28, Flat Top
                                                       800-607-SNOW | www.winterplace.com

                                                                                                              HADDAD RIVERFRONT PARK
 RIVERMEN WHITEWATER                                                                                          Amphitheater, boat docking and benches
 Complete adventure resort with restaurant,                                                                   along the river.
 hiking and biking trails.                                                                                      Downtown along the Kanawha River,
 NC P.O. Box 360, Fayetteville                                                                                Charleston
 800-545-RAFT | www.rivermen.com                       PARKS                                                  304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org

                                                       APPALACHIAN POWER PARK
                                                       Home stadium of the West Virginia Power
 RIVERS WHITEWATER                                     Minor League Baseball Team. Rental available           KANAWHA STATE FOREST
 RAFTING RESORT                                        for gatherings.                                        Forty-six campsites, 9,300-acre forest, hiking,
 Whitewater rafting outfitter, rock climbing,            601 Morris St., Charleston                           biking, hunting and fishing. RVs over 26' not
 camping and more.                                     304-344-2287 | www.wvpower.com                         recommended.
 NC P.O. Box 39, Lansing
                                                                                                                Route 2, Box 285, Charleston
 800-879-7483 | www.riversresort.com
                                                                                                              800-CALL WVA
                                                                                                              www.kanawhastateforest.com
                                                       CATO PARK
                                                       Nine-hole golf course, 50-meter swimming
 SONGER WHITEWATER                                     pool, walking trail, two soccer fields,
 Whitewater rafting tours on the New and               playground and picnic shelter.                         LITTLE CREEK PARK
 Gauley Rivers. Horseback riding, rock                   200 Baker Ln., Charleston                            Picnic areas and shelters, basketball and tennis
 climbing. Cabins.                                     304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org                courts. Home of the Soap Box Derby.
 NC Route 19 at Miller Ridge Road,
                                                                                                                South Charleston
 Fayetteville
                                                                                                              304-768-1909 | www.southcharlestonwv.org
 800-356-7238 | www.songerwhitewater.com
                                                       CHARLESTON PARKS & RECREATION
                                                       Facilities, parks and programs for citizens and
                                                       visitors of the greater Charleston area.               MAGIC ISLAND
 TREETOPS CANOPY & ZIPLINE TOUR                          200 Baker Ln., Charleston                            Walking path, sand volleyball and benches for
                  West Virginia’s world-class          304-348-6860                                           relaxation along the river.
                  canopy tour! Guided 3-hour           www.cityofcharleston.org/recreation.htm                  Kanawha Boulevard West, Charleston
                  tour takes you high into the                                                                304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org
                  trees and across spectacular
                  Mill Creek canyon via
                  a series of platforms,               COONSKIN PARK
                  sky-bridges and ten ziplines.        Swimming, golf, tennis, soccer, picnicking, mini-      WEST VIRGINIA STATE PARKS
                  Offered by Class VI -                golf, and hiking trails. Amphitheater on site.         The 49-state parks offer lodging, camping,
                  Mountain River.                        2000 Coonskin Dr., Charleston                        conference centers, park programs and events
 NC Fayetteville/Lansing                               304-341-8000 | www.kcprc.com                           and a variety of recreational activities.
 800-252-7784                                                                                                   Office location: Division of Natural
 www.treetopscanopytour.com                                                                                   Resources, Capitol Complex, Charleston
                                                                                                              304-558-2764 | www.wvparks.com




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   ANTIQUES & CRAFTS                                      THE GALLERY                                             DUDLEY FARMS PLAZA
                                                          Products reflect the rich culture of                    Applebee’s, Arby’s, Burger King, Mattress
                                                          West Virginia.                                          Warehouse and Books-a-Million.
   CAPITOL FLEA MARKET                                      2062 Charleston Town Center Mall,                       Highway 119 and Green Road,
   Flea market with over 100 vendors and a                Charleston                                              South Charleston
   café. Booths offer antiques, jewelry, clothing,        304-342-4268 | www.thebestofwv.com
   produce, arts, crafts and more.
     24 Meadowbrook Plz., Route 114,
   Charleston                                                                                                     KANAWHA MALL
   304-342-1626 | www.discoverourtown.com                 GALLERY ELEVEN                                          Convenient one-level shopping with 40 stores
                                                          Paintings, sculpture and artwork by                     and eateries, including Elder-Beerman and
                                                          co-op artists and other crafts by West Virginia         Gabriel Brothers.
                                                          artisans.                                                 163 Kanawha Mall, Charleston
   MILTON FLEA MARKET                                       1033 Quarrier St., Charleston                         304-925-4921 | www.discoverourtown.com
   Open every Friday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.                 304-342-0083 | www.galleryeleven.com
   and every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. -
   5 p.m.
   NC I-64, Exit 28, Milton                                                                                       THE SHOPS AT TRACE FORK
   304-743-1123                                           HARTMAN STUDIO                                          Marshall’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Target and
                                                          Personal Studio of Elisabeth Hartman.                   Lowe’s, plus several other shops.
                                                          Specializing in mixed-media and still-life                Highway 119 (Corridor G),
                                                          paintings. Open by appointment.                         South Charleston
   SOUTH CHARLESTON ANTIQUE MALL                            107 Hale St., Charleston
   18,000-square-foot mall with 78 dealers.               304-344-1169
   Three floors with everything from primitives
   to postcards.                                                                                                  SOUTHRIDGE CENTRE
     617 D St., South Charleston                                                                                  Stores include Wal-Mart, Sam’s Wholesale
   304-744-8975                                           ROGER LUCAS GALLERY                                     Club, Fashion Bug and more.
   www.southcharlestonantiquemall.com                     More than 20 years in business.                           Highway 119 (Corridor G),
                                                            1031 Quarrier St., Charleston                         South Charleston
                                                          304-344-2787 | www.rogerlucasgallery.net

   WINTER FLORAL & ANTIQUES
   Large selection of fresh, tropical and silk
   flowers, high-style arrangements and funeral
   work. Antique furniture.                                                                                           CHARLESTON
     120 W.Washington St., Charleston
   888-342-1186                                           MALLS & MARKETS                                             TOWN CENTER
   www.winterfloralandantiques.com                                                                                    MALL
                                                          BRIDGE ROAD SHOPS
                                                          Creative and distinctive shopping. Select
                                                          items for home decorating, accessories, gifts
                                                          and clothing.
                                                            Bridge Road, Charleston
                                                          304-342-6972
   GALLERIES
   ANNEX GALLERY AT TAYLOR BOOKS
   Contemporary art and crafts.                           CAPITOL MARKET, INC
     226 Capitol St., Charleston                          A renovated freight station with a farmer's
   304-342-1461 | www.taylorbooks.com                     market, indoor specialty shops and simple to
                                                          gourmet food fare.                                                Charleston Town Center Mall is a
                                                            800 Smith St., Charleston                                   premier shopping and dining destination
                                                          304-344-1905 | www.capitolmarket.net                           featuring 130 specialty shops on three
   THE ART EMPORIUM                                                                                                      levels. Located downtown, Charleston
   A unique and artistic atmosphere. Art gallery                                                                         Town Center Mall is minutes from the
   in the upstairs mezzanine.                                                                                              interstate, Charleston Civic Center,
     823 Quarrier St., Charleston                         CHARLESTON TOWN CENTER MALL                                    Yeager Airport and 1,500 hotel rooms.
   304-345-2787 | www.artemporium.net                     The region's premier shopping and dining
                                                          destination. 130 specialty stores plus three
                                                          department stores.
                                                            Lee & Quarrier Streets,
   CALLEN MCJUNKIN GALLERY                                Downtown Charleston,
   Specializing in 20th-century and                       304-345-9525
   contemporary American art. By                                                                                           Quarrier & Lee Streets
                                                          www.charlestontowncenter.com                                     Downtown Charleston
   appointment only.
     The Loft at 219 Hale St., Charleston
                                                                                                                                304.345.9525
   304-342-5647 | www.mcjunkingallery.com
                                                                                                                        www.charlestontowncenter.com



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 SPECIALTY SHOPS                                          HOLL’S SWISS CHOCOLATIER                              SHADES-N-TOWN
                                                          AT THE CAPITOL MARKET                                 The area’s biggest sunglasses dealer, locally
                                                          Variety of dark, milk and white chocolates            owned.T-shirts available.
 ADAMS FINE GIFTS & COLLECTIBLES
                                                          that are free of preservatives and prepared             3000 Charleston Town Ctr., Ste. K11
 Contemporary art and crafts.
                                                          from authentic European chocolate-making              Charleston
   2077 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
                                                          traditions.                                           304-343-3506
 304-345-7017 | www.adamsfinegifts.com
                                                            800 Smith St., Charleston
                                                          800-842-4512 | www.holls.com

 BABY PHASES                                                                                                    SPORT MART SUPERSTORE
 One-stop shop for baby furniture, clothing                                                                     Family-owned independent sporting
                                                          IVOR’S ON LEE                                         goods store.
 and accessories.
                                                          Women’s apparel and jewelry.                             1418 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., Charleston
   3715 Maccorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston
                                                            819 Lee St., Charleston                              304-744-1200 | www.wvsportmart.com
 304-926-6050 | babyphases.com
                                                          304-342-5867


                                                                                                                THE MOLE HOLE
 BLESSED XPRESS                                           KELLEY’S MENS SHOP, INC.                              Largest selection of Vera Bradley items.Variety
 Restaurant delivery service.                             Men’s specialty clothing store carrying an            of gifts and home décor.
   3019 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston                  extensive selection of casual and elegant               35 R H L Blvd., Charleston
 304-344-8787                                             menswear for any occasion, as well as                 304-925-4060
                                                          accessories, ties, shoes, and more to
                                                          complement the outfits.
                                                            108 Washington St.W., Charleston
 CABIN CREEK QUILTS                                       304-343-9415                                          THE PEANUT SHOPPE
 THROUGH MOUNTAIN ARTISANS                                                                                      Est. in 1950, family-owned. Imported and
 Patchwork products: Art quilts, purses, kitchen                                                                domestic nuts and a variety of candy.
 items and wall hangings. Sold online and at                                                                      126 Capitol St., Charleston
 Cornucopia.                                              KID COUNTRY TOYS                                      304-342-9493
   912 Bridge Rd., Charleston                             Largest selection of obsure or specialized toys
 304-346-2160 | www.cabincreekquilts.com                  in the Tri-State area.
                                                             Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
                                                            908 Walnut Rd., Charleston                          THE PURPLE MOON
                                                          304-342-TOYS | www.kidcountrytoys.com                 Offering the best of vintage mid-century
 CHARLESTON DEPARTMENT STORE                                                                                    modern furnishings, accessories and art for
 Complete, full-service, name-brand, soft-goods                                                                 your habitat.
 clothing, and sportswear company specializing                                                                    908 Quarrier St., Charleston
 in name brand Big & Tall sportswear.                     LAMP & SHADE STUDIO                                   304-345-1023 | www.thepurplemoon.com
   1661 Washington St.W., Charleston                      Studio makes custom lamps, restores and
 304-346-6793 | 866-349-7816                              repairs lamps and has a varied selection
 www.charlestondeptstore.com                              of shades.
                                                            4836 MacCorkle Ave. S.W.,                           THE SQUIRE TOBACCO UNLIMITED
                                                          South Charleston                                      Wide selection of cigars: Montecristo, Fuente,
                                                          304-766-6300                                          Romeo Y Julieta, Ashton and Cohiba.
 CHILLER’S GIFT SHOP                                                                                              108 Capitol St., Charleston
 Specializes in collectible dolls and accessories.                                                              304-345-0366 | www.thesquirewv.com
 Doll nursery/adoption center. Name brand
 dolls include Middleton, Adora, Ashton Drake             LEE MIDDLETON ORIGINAL DOLLS
 and Precious Moments.                                    Established in 1978, Middleton Doll creates
   5308 MacCorkle Ave., South Charleston
                                                          amazingly lifelike collectible dolls that are
                                                          winners of numerous industry awards for               THE YANKEE CANDLE COMPANY
 304-720-GIFT | www.chillersgiftshopp.com                                                                       The #1 most-recognized name in the candle
                                                          quality and design.
                                                          NC 1301 Washington Blvd., Route 618,                  business and the country's best selling candle
                                                          Belpre, Ohio
                                                                                                                brand offering a wide range of seasonal and
                                                          800-233-7479 | www.leemiddleton.com
                                                                                                                specialty scented candles, home fragrance
 HOLL’S SWISS CHOCOLATIER                                                                                       products, car fresheners and candle
 Choose from an assortment of
                                                                                                                accessories.
 European-style fresh truffles and confections,                                                                   1093 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
 as well as coffee and fine wine that pair well                                                                 304-342-0017 | www.yankeecandle.com
 with chocolate.                                          PAW PRINTS DOGGIE CAFÉ
   1007 Bridge Rd., Charleston
                                                          Handmade, all-natural dog treats. Premium
 800-842-4512 | www.holls.com
                                                          products are made with the finest restaurant
                                                          grade ingredients, free of preservatives, dyes,
                                                          chemicals or additives.
                                                            Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston
                                                          304-344-4470 / 1-866-PAW-PRNT
                                                          www.doggiecafe.com




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                                                       With 10 different styles of cuisine in the dining &
                                                       nightlife guide, Charleston and the surrounding
                                                       area offer a dining experience to satisfy any
                                                       appetite. Looking for a place to unwind after
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ASIAN                                   KAIFU JAPANESE CUISINE                     CASUAL                                BLOSSOM DELI
                                        & SUSHI BAR
                                        150 Court St., Charleston
                                                                                   DINING                                904 Quarrier St., Charleston
                                                                                                                         304-345-2233
ASIAN GRILL                             304-344-0500                               APPLEBEE’S                            www.blossomdeli.com
1110 Fledderjohn Rd.,                   Reservations accepted.                     NEIGHBORHOOD                          Voted “Best in the Valley 2006.”
Charleston 304-720-8880                    LD                                      GRILL & BAR                           Deli and soda fountain by day
Lunch buffet. Dine in or take
                                                                                   • 3 Dudley Farms Ln.,                 and an elegant eatery with
out. Free delivery on orders of
                                                                                     South Charleston                    contemporary cuisine at night.
$10 or more.
                                        MAIN KWONG CHINESE                           304-744-2199                           LD
  LD
                                        RESTAURANT                                 • 202 Kanawha Mall, Charleston
                                        407 Washington St. E.,                       304-925-6334
                                        Charleston                                 www.applebees.com                     BLUEGRASS KITCHEN
CHINA BUFFET                            304-342-8899                               Applebee's has casual, family         600 Washington St. E.,
158 Kanawha Mall, Charleston            Delivery available.                        dining with dozens of menu            Charleston
304-925-6689                               LD                                      choices. “Eatin’ Good in the          304-346-2871
Lunch and dinner buffet. Dine                                                      Neighborhood.” Carside to go.         www.bluegrasswv.com
in or take-out.                                                                          L D KM                          Eclectic comfort food, organic,
  LD
                                        MAIN TIN                                                                         natural, local. Lunch, brunch,
                                        242 Seventh Ave.,                                                                dinner, cocktails. Reservations
                                                                                   ATHLETIC CLUB SPORTS                  recommended in the evening.
                                        South Charleston
                                                                                   BAR & GRILL
CHINA GARDEN                            304-744-2900                                                                        L D R KM
160 Court Street, Charleston                                                       300 Court St., Charleston
                                        Lunch and dinner buffet. Now               304-347-8700
304-343-1807                            offering snow crab legs.
Lunch and dinner buffet. Dine                                                      www.embassysuites.com
                                           LD                                      Premier sports bar and grill.The      BLUES BBQ
in or take-out.
                                                                                   menu offers value and variety.        1109 Jefferson Rd.,
  LD
                                                                                        L D KM                           South Charleston
                                        SAKKIO JAPAN                                                                     304-744-8335
                                        Picnic Place, Charleston Town                                                    Hickory-smoked, pulled-pork
CHINA GOURMET                           Ctr., Charleston                           ATRIUM CAFÉ                           BBQ with award-winning
34 R H L Blvd.,                         304-342-6688                               600 Kanawha Blvd. E.,                 sauces.
South Charleston                        Hot, fresh, fast asian cuisine.            Charleston                               LD
304-746-9990                                                                       304-344-4092
                                           LD
All you can eat Chinese and                                                        www.holidayinn.com
American food. Mongolian                                                           American fare for breakfast and       BLUE MOON CAFÉ
Barbeque.                                                                          lunch. Casual, family-friendly
                                        SUSHI ATLANTIC                                                                   714 Lee St. E., Charleston
  LD                                                                               dining. Located on the first floor
                                        422A Shrewsbury St.,                                                             304-346-7687
                                                                                   of the Holiday Inn.                   Casual dining, patio, deli food,
                                        Charleston                                      B L KM
                                        304-342-0021                                                                     catering.
HIBACHI JAPANESE
                                        Reservations recommended                                                            L
STEAKHOUSE                              during the weekend.                        THE BARGE RESTAURANT
48 R H L Blvd., South
                                           LD                                      AND BAR & GRILL
Charleston                                                                         1414 MacCorkle Ave. S.W.,             BOB EVANS RESTAURANT
304-746-5560                                                                       Charleston                            • 2809 Mountaineer Blvd.,
Table-side cooking and                                                             304-744-2628 (BOAT)                     Southridge Centre,
sushi bar.                              TASTE OF ASIA                                                                      South Charleston
                                                                                   Located behind Trojan Landing
  LD                                    236 - 7th Ave.,
                                                                                   Marine. Sandwiches, appetizers          304-744-6555
                                        South Charleston                                                                 • 101 Alex Ln., Charleston
                                                                                   and wings at bar & grill, plus
                                        304-744-8933                                                                       304-925-2223
                                                                                   fine dining in restaurant
                                        Catering and free delivery.                upstairs. Outdoor dining              • 4001 MacCorkle Ave. S.W.,
ICHIBAN
103 Capitol St., Charleston             Japanese, Chinese and Thai                 available.                              South Charleston
304-720-7874                            cuisine. Full-service bar                       LD                                 304-744-5040
Pan-Asian cuisine. Private              available.                                                                       www.bobevans.com
room available for parties.                LD                                                                            At Bob Evans, the trademark is
Reservations recommended                                                           BENNIGAN’S                            quality home-style food served
for parties of 8 or more.                                                          1119 Charleston Town Ctr.,            with friendly service at a
  D                                                                                Charleston                            reasonable price.
                                        WOK & ROLL INC.
                                        200 Patrick St. # B, Charleston            304-343-4281                                    B L D KM
                                        304-344-8861                               www.bennigans.com
                                        Delivery available.                        Located across from Charleston
                                                                                   Civic Center. American, family-
                                           LD
                                                                                   friendly dining. Great selection
                                                                                   of food and drink items.
                                                                                        L D KM




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  BRIDGE ROAD BISTRO                  DELISH EXPRESS                       FIRST TURN RESTAURANT                      HOOTERS
  915 Bridge Road, Charleston         1599 1/2 Washington St. E.,          #1 Greyhound Dr., Tri-State                5615 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,
  304-720-3500                        Charleston                           Racetrack & Gaming Casino,                 Charleston
  Fine dining in a casual             304-342-8889                         Cross Lanes                                304-926-8888
  atmosphere.                         Wraps, sandwiches and salads.        304-776-1000                               www.hooters.com
     LD                                  LD                                www.tristateracetrack.com                  Offering a wide variety of
                                                                           When in the mood for                       sandwiches, hamburgers,
                                                                           American cuisine coupled with              seafood and their nearly world
                                                                           fast track entertainment, dine at          famous wings.
  CILANTRO’S                          DWIGHT’S RESTAURANT
                                      513 MacCorkle Ave. S.W.,
                                                                           the First Turn Restaurant.                    L D KM
  110 McFarland St., Charleston                                            NC L D KM
  304-346-4177                        St. Albans
  Serving Tex-Mex fast food with      304-722-1745
  a gourmet twist. Specializing in    Located 10 miles west of                                                        HUCK FINN’S
  homemade sauces and salsas.         Charleston. Family-owned.            FIRST WATCH                                RESTAURANT & BAR
  Vegetarian friendly.                Home cooking with handmade           164 Summers St., Charleston                40 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar
                                      desserts and friendly service.       304-343-3447                               304-766-8007
     LD
                                      Daily specials.                      www.firstwatch.com                         Seasonal, outdoor restaurant
                                      NC B L D KM                          Breakfast, brunch and lunch.               serving home cooking with a
                                                                           Smoke-free, attractive environ-            Cajun twist.
  CHILI’S GRILL & BAR                                                      ment with prompt service.                  NC L D
  101 Charleston Town Ctr.,                                                   B L R KM
  Charleston                          FAMOUS DAVE’S
  304-346-7275                        2509 Mountaineer Blvd.,
                                      South Charleston                                                                INTERNATIONAL HOUSE
  www.chilis.com                                                                                                      OF PANCAKES
  Whether you're hungry or            304-746-3283                         GRIFF’S
                                      www.famousdaves.com                  17 River Walk Mall,                        • 6308 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,
  just want to stop for a drink,                                                                                        Charleston 304-925-4467
  you’ll find plenty of options.      Ribs, chopped pork and               South Charleston
                                      Texas-style beef brisket.            304-744-0094                               • 46 R H L Blvd., South
  Starters, burgers, desserts and                                                                                       Charleston 304-746-0070
  margaritas.                            L D KM                            Enjoy dinner and drinks
                                                                           inside or outside on the deck              www.ihop.com
     L D KM                                                                                                           Offering a variety of selections
                                                                           overlooking the Kanawha River.
                                                                                                                      for breakfast, lunch and dinner,
                                      FARM TABLE FAMILY                       LD
                                                                                                                      from pancakes and egg
  CHRIS’ HOT DOGS                     RESTAURANT                                                                      breakfasts to burgers, chicken
  207 W. Washington St.,              419 D St., South Charleston                                                     and steak.
  Charleston                          304-744-3850                         THE GRILL                                        B L D KM
  304-343-3452                        Try the homemade steak with          117 W. Washington St.,
  Popular hot dogs with chili and     gravy, chicken and dumplings,        Charleston
  other toppings, plus burgers        roast beef or chicken livers.        304-342-9210
                                      Finish with blackberry cobbler       Diner with burgers, buffalo                LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE
  and grilled cheese.                                                                                                 201 R H L Blvd., Charleston
                                      or pie.                              wings, homemade soups and
     L                                                                                                                304-744-4833
                                         B L D KM                          daily blue plate special.
                                                                                                                      www.logansroadhouse.com
                                                                              LD
                                                                                                                      Steak and potatoes.
  THE COLD SPOT                                                                                                          L D KM
  • 4005 W. Washington Street,        FAT BOB’S ROADHOUSE                  HALF TIME SPORTS BAR
     Charleston                       4924 MacCorkle Ave. S.W.,            AND GRILL
     304-343-9464 (WING)              South Charleston                     Charleston Town Center,
  • 710 Cross Lanes Dr., Nitro        304-768-1600                         304-341-0190                               LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE
     304-204-9464 (WING)              Located in the Harley Davidson       www.halftimerocks.com                      & SALOON
  Famous for chicken wings, gyros     building. Burgers, hot dogs, hot     Casual sports bar and grill                6515 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,
  and Greek salads. Also offers       sandwiches, soup, and salad.         featuring all your favorites for           Charleston
  trivia entertainment.               Daily and monthly specials.          lunch and dinner.                          304-926-8459
                                                                              LD                                      www.lonestarsteakhouse.com
     NC L D                              L KM
                                                                                                                      A mid-priced, full-service, casual
                                                                                                                      dining restaurant that serves
                                                                           HARDING’S FAMILY
  CRACKER BARREL                                                                                                      mesquite-grilled steaks, ribs,
                                      FIFTH QUARTER                        RESTAURANT
  RESTAURANT                                                                                                          chicken, fish and more.
                                      RESTAURANT                           2772 Pennsylvania Ave., Exit 1,
  5720 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,                                                                                              L D KM
                                      201 Clendenin St., Charleston        I-79, Mink Shoals, Charleston
  Charleston                          304-345-3933                         304-344-5044
  304-925-6004                        Traditional neighborhood             www.hardingsfamilyrestaurant.com
  www.crackerbarrel.com               steakhouse featuring prime rib,      Home-style cooking in a family
  Offering wholesome,                 hand-cut steaks, chicken and         atmosphere. Breakfast served all
  home-style meals made with          seafood.                             day. Gift shop. Bus parking.
  quality ingredients prepared                                             Credit cards accepted.
                                         L D KM
  from scratch all day long.                                               NC B L D KM
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LONGHORN                                    QUAKER STEAK & LUBE                         TGI FRIDAY’S                           COFFEE/TEA
STEAKHOUSE                                  2931 Mountaineer Blvd.,                     87 R H L Blvd.,
91 R H L Blvd., South                       South Charleston                            South Charleston                       BEAU-TEA-FULL
Charleston                                  304-746-9401                                304-746-1170                           MOMENTS TEA ROOM
304-744-4112                                www.quakersteakandlube.com                  www.tgifridays.com                     600 D Street, South Charleston
www.lonestarsteakhouse.com                  Hot wings, burgers, steaks                  Menu has a full selection of           304-744-3855
Legendary steaks.                           and ribs.                                   American and ethnic foods. Full        Tea room, catering, walk-in
   L D KM                                      L D KM                                   bar. Children under 12 eat free        lunch, kids' room.
                                                                                        Mon. - Tues. Call ahead seating.          L KM
                                                                                             L D KM
MAYBERRY’S OLD
                                            POWER ALLEY GRILL
FASHIONED ICE CREAM &
                                            601 Morris St., Charleston                                                         CAPITOL ROASTERS CAFÉ
SANDWICHES                                                                              TRICKY FISH
                                            304-720-7640                                                                       • Corner of Quarrier &
1010 6th Ave., Saint Albans                                                             1611 Washington St. E.,
                                            Gourmet sports bar & grill                                                           Summers Streets, Charleston
304-722-2660                                                                            Charleston
                                            located at Appalachian Power                                                         304-720-7375
Ice cream and sandwiches.                                                               304-344-FISH
                                            Park. Outdoor dining available.                                                    Panini sandwiches/wraps,
NC L D                                                                                  www.trickyfish.net
                                               L D KM                                                                          breakfast wraps, pastries and
                                                                                        Specializes in all-natural, organic
                                                                                                                               gourmet desserts made fresh
                                                                                        hot dogs, vegetarian hot dogs,
                                                                                                                               daily. Fresh roasted coffee,
MURADS’ 35TH STREET                                                                     fried fish and oyster po’ boys,
                                            SAM’S UPTOWN CAFÉ                                                                  espresso and tea.
200 - 35th St. S.E., Charleston                                                         hush puppies, and pulled pork
                                            & BAR                                                                              • At the Capitol Market, 800
304-925-7614                                                                            barbeque.
                                            28 Capitol St., Charleston                                                           Smith St., Charleston
40 TVs available for viewing                                                                 L D KM
                                            304-346-6222                                                                         304-344-4900
every NFL game every Sunday.                Good food, good beer and                                                           Fresh-roasted coffees, espresso
   L D KM                                   good times.                                                                        and teas. Panini sandwiches
                                                                                        TOMAHAWKS
                                               LD                                                                              and wraps, baked treats and
                                                                                        SMOKEHOUSE & SALOON
                                                                                                                               specialty candies made
                                                                                        5930 MacCorkle Ave.,
O’CHARLEY’S                                                                                                                    fresh daily.
                                                                                        St. Albans
70 R H L Blvd., South                                                                                                             BLD
                                            SHONEY’S RESTAURANT                         304-201-2070
Charleston                                  • 116 Kanawha Blvd. E.,                     Wings, steaks and seafood.
304-746-0920                                  Charleston 304-346-9437                   Catering and banquet rooms
www.ocharleys.com                           • 10th Street and Dunbar                    available.                             ELLEN’S HOMEMADE
Hand-cut and aged beef steaks,                Avenue, Dunbar                            NC L D                                 ICE CREAM
a variety of seafood and chick-               304-768-4691                                                                     225 Capitol St., Charleston
en entrees, freshly baked yeast             • 510 MacCorkle Ave., St.                                                          304-343-6488
rolls, fresh salads.                          Albans 304-722-3331                                                              Homemade ice cream
                                                                                        VANDALIA GRILLE
   L D KM                                   A wide selection of chicken,                                                       produced on site. 14 flavors of
                                                                                        212 Hale St., Charleston
                                            steaks, seafood, burgers and                                                       ice cream, gelato, sorbet and
                                                                                        304-343-4110
                                            sandwiches, as well as a                                                           sherbet. Malts, milkshakes, cones
                                                                                        Drinks, tapas, pizzas, sandwiches
                                            breakfast buffet.                                                                  and sundaes.
OLIVE GARDEN                                                                            and salads.
                                               NC B L D KM                                                                        L
111 Cross Terrace Blvd.,                                                                     LD
South Charleston
304-746-3944
www.olivegarden.com                         THE SMOKEHOUSE                              WHITEWATER GRILLE                      STARBUCKS
Italian food and hospitality in a           1549 Washington St. W.,                     200 Lee St. E., Charleston             3452 Charleston Town Ctr.,
casual setting.                             Charleston                                  304-345-6500                           Charleston
   L D KM                                   304-345-2966                                www.whitewatergrille.com               304-346-1634
                                            Open Mon. - Sat. 7 - 7:30;                  Private dining room available.         www.starbucks.com
                                            Sun. 9 - 4. Dining room seating,            Lunch and breakfast buffet             World-famous coffee in the
                                            bar seating and carry-out.                  available during the week. Large       heart of the Charleston Town
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
                                                                                        menu, from bar food to steak           Center Mall.
1062 Charleston Town Ctr.,                     BLD
                                                                                        and seafood.                              BLD
Charleston
304-345-0440                                                                                 B L R D KM
www.outback.com                             TEXAS STEAKHOUSE
Call-ahead seating available.                                                                                                  TAYLOR BOOKS
                                            • 2815 Mountaineer Blvd.,
Serving the freshest food                                                               WREN’S NEST                            226 Capitol St., Charleston
                                              Southridge Centre,
possible, using only the                                                                RESTAURANT                             304-342-1461
                                              South Charleston
highest-quality ingredients.                                                            Coal River Road, St. Albans            www.taylorbooks.com
                                              304-744-1255
   LD                                                                                   304-727-3224                           An independent bookstore,
                                            • 103 Alex Ln., Charleston
                                                                                        Bringing the taste of West             café and art gallery. Gourmet
                                              304-925-7258
                                                                                        Virginia to your dining                coffee and homemade food
                                            www.texassteakhouse.com
                                                                                        experience. American cuisine.          items available. Live music every
                                            Flame-grilled steaks.
                                                                                        Family friendly. Casual.               Friday and Saturday.
                                                  L D KM
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  DELI & BAKERY                         GRAM’S SPECIALTIES BY             JIMMY JOHN’S GOURMET                      PENN STATION EAST
                                        DOROTHY LEE                       SANDWICHES                                COAST SUBS
                                        3624 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,         32 Capitol St, Charleston                 • 4002 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,
  AUNT B’S PIES & CAKES
                                        Charleston                        304-720-3000                                Charleston
  AND MR.WILSON'S CAFÉ
                                        304-925-7743                      www.jimmyjohns.com                          304-720-7366 (PENN)
  710 Lee St. E., Charleston
                                        Homemade pies, brownies and       Gourmet sandwiches fast.                  • 2478 Mountaineer Blvd.,
  304-342-8384
                                        other desserts. “A true West      Catering available.                         South Charleston
  Sandwiches, hot lunches and
  baked goods.
                                        Virginia experience.”               LD                                        304-343-7366 (PENN)
                                                                                                                    www.penn-station.com
     BLD
                                                                                                                    Features an array of grilled
                                                                          NEIGHBORHOOD                              East Coast Style submarine
                                                                          SANDWICH SHOP                             sandwiches, fresh-cut fries and
                                        HEAVENLY HAM
  CHARLESTON BREAD                                                        423 Virginia St. W., Charleston           hand-squeezed lemonade.
                                        2834 Mountaineer Blvd.,
  601 Capitol St., Charleston                                             304-342-2945                              Sandwiches are
                                        Southridge Centre, South
  304-720-3022                                                            Great subs and salads. Hot dogs           prepared fresh.
                                        Charleston
  Variety of fresh breads available                                       and barbecue. Pizzas and                        L D KM
                                        304-746-3900
  for take-out.                                                           sandwiches. Delivery, carry-out,
                                        www.heavenlyham.com
                                        “You deserve great-tasting        dine in.
                                        food with Heavenly Ham and          BLD                                     SABATINO BROTHERS
                                        Turkey.” Offering sandwiches,                                               SANDWICH & SALAD
  DONUT CONNECTION                      home-style sides and                                                        COMPANY
  • 117 Spring Street, Charleston       delicious desserts.                                                         308 Southridge Blvd.,
                                                                          PANERA BREAD
     304-342-6588                         LD                                                                        South Charleston
                                                                          2830 Mountaineer Blvd.,
  • 3509 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,                                                                                       304-746-7827
                                                                          South Charleston
     Charleston 304-925-4261                                                                                        Full breakfast, sandwiches, steak
                                                                          304-746-4090
  Handmade donuts. Featuring 40                                                                                     subs and salads.
                                                                          www.panerabread.com
  flavors of donuts and 10 flavors                                                                                     BLD
                                                                          Sandwiches, soups, salads and
  of muffins. Bagels, cinnamon                                            pastries.
  rolls, fritters, cookies and more.                                        B L D KM
        BLD




          CAPITOL ROASTERS CAFÉ &
          ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY


                                                                                                  Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is the
                                                                                                 number one destination of chocolate lovers
                                                                                                  everywhere. Visit our location and you will
                                                                                              discover a fantastic variety of yummy chocolates
                                                                                               and confections to satisfy cravings of even the
                                                                                              most ardent chocoholic! And don’t miss out on
                                                                                                        our famous caramel apples!




                                                                                                                       Premier
                                                                                                                       Coffeehouse
                                                                                                                       and Eatery

                                                                                                 Offering Coffee, Espresso, Smoothies and
                                                                                                Frozen Drinks, Select Wine and Beer, Casual
                                                                                                 Café Cuisine, Gourmet Desserts, Wireless
                                                                                                 Internet, and Live Music. Capitol Roasters
                                                                                                provides a warm, inviting atmosphere…and
                                                                                                          something for everyone!

                                                                                              Corner of Quarrier & Summers Streets
                                                                                                   Charleston | 304-720-7375



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THE SHAPE SHOP                           CHARLESTON TOWN                             SAM’S HOTDOG STAND                   FINE DINING
1801 Fourth Ave., Patrick Street         CENTER MALL FOOD                            211 Hale Street, Charleston
Plaza, Charleston                        COURT                                       www.samshotdogs.com                  AUBREY’S YORKSHIRE PUB
304-346-5328                             3000 Charleston Town Ctr.,                  Hot dogs and barbeque                & EATERY
Promoting a great eating                 Charleston                                  sandwiches.                          601 6th Ave., Ste. 102,
experience with the benefit of           304-342-8384                                     L                               Saint Albans
healthy choices.                         www.charlestontowncenter.com                                                     304-727-7782
                                         Featuring the Best of Crete,                                                     Fine dining with beef, chicken,
                                         Chick-Fil-A, China Max,                     SBARRO                               seafood and pasta. Extensive
                                         Graziano's Pizza, Steak Escape,             Picnic Place, Charleston Town        wine selection and fully-stocked
SPRING HILL                              Subway and Taco Bell.                       Ctr., Charleston                     bar. Reservations
PASTRY SHOP                                 B L D KM                                 304-342-9847                         recommended.
600 Chestnut St.,                                                                    www.sbarro.com                       NC D
South Charleston                                                                     Hand-tossed pizza, authentic
304-768-7397                                                                         Italian pasta, crisp salads and
Fresh-made doughnuts, pastries           DAIRY QUEEN                                 freshly baked desserts.              THE CHOP HOUSE
and other treats. Open Tues. -           2064 Charleston Town Ctr.,                       LD                              1003 Charleston Town Ctr.,
Sat.                                     Charleston                                                                       Charleston
                                         304-345-4555                                                                     304-344-3954
                                         www.dairyqueen.com                          SUZI’S HAMBURGERS                    www.thechophouserestaurant.com
                                         Great tasting food and                      • 2911 7th Ave., Charleston          Elegant, white tablecloth dining.
SUB SHOP                                 tempting treats.                              304-744-0478                       Prime beef and fresh seafood.
807 Quarrier St., Charleston                L D KM                                   • 239 MacCorkle Ave. S.W.,           Everything is made from
304-345-6700                                                                           South Charleston                   scratch.
Soups, salads and sandwiches.                                                          304-744-3111                          D
  BL                                                                                 Family-friendly and affordable.
                                         INTA JUICE                                           LD
                                         162 Summers St., Charleston                                                      THE FRENCH QUARTER
SUBWAY                                   304-720-5388                                                                     LOUNGE
• 166 Summers St. # A,                   www.intajuice.com                                                                #1 Greyhound Dr. ,Tri-State
                                                                                     TUDOR’S BISCUIT WORLD
  Charleston                             Smoothies and juices that are                                                    Racetrack & Gaming Casino,
                                                                                     1506 Washington St. E.,
  304-346-8186                           your source for fast, delicious,                                                 Cross Lanes
                                                                                     Charleston
• Picnic Place, Charleston Town          health-conscious nourishment.                                                    304-776-1000
                                                                                     304-346-2008
  Ctr., Charleston                          L D KM                                                                        www.tristateracetrack.com
                                                                                     www.tudorsbiscuits.com
www.subway.com                                                                                                            Steakhouse cuisine and upscale
                                                                                     Famous for their breakfasts with
The world’s largest submarine                                                                                             dining in a casual atmosphere
                                                                                     homemade baking powder
sandwich franchise.                      LONG JOHN SILVER’S                          biscuits. Lunch and dinner offer     NC D
  LD                                     SEAFOOD SHOPPE                              plated entrees. Specials daily.
                                         6 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston                   B L KM
                                         304-342-3893                                                                     LAURY’S
                                         www.longjohnsilvers.com                                                          350 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,
WHEELHOUSE
                                         Quick-service seafood and                                                        Charleston
906 Walnut Rd., Charleston                                                           WENDY’S OLD
                                         chicken.                                                                         304-343-0055
304-720-2477                                                                         FASHIONED
                                            L D KM                                                                        Located downtown in the old
Fresh, handmade deli                                                                 HAMBURGERS
sandwiches in a riverboat-                                                           • 121 Virginia St. E., Charleston    C & O Railroad Depot, this
themed atmosphere.                                                                     304-342-0662                       continental restaurant has
  L                                      SALAD CREATIONS                             • 1617 Washington St E.,             welcomed diners since 1979.
                                         Picnic Place, Charleston Town                 Charleston 304-346-9130            Reservations suggested.
                                         Ctr., Charleston                            • 621 Washington St.,                   D
                                         342-SALAD (7252)                              Charleston
                                         www.saladcreations.net                        304-343-9175
                                         Crisp lettuce, garden fresh                 www.wendys.com                       WELLINGTON’S OF
FAST FOOD                                vegetables, and an incredible               Hamburgers and sandwiches.           SCARLET OAKS
                                         selection of salad dressings                          B L D KM                   1 Dairy Rd., Poca
CAPTAIN D’S SEAFOOD                      make a unique "create your                                                       304-755-8219
114 Kanawha Blvd. E.,                    own" salad experience.                                                           www.wellingtonswv.com
Charleston                                  LD                                                                            Continental French cuisine.
304-342-5956                                                                                                              Menus are seasonal using the
www.captainds.com                                                                                                         freshest ingredients. “Every
“Great seafood at reasonable                                                                                              meal is a masterpiece of taste.”
prices.”                                                                                                                  NC L D KM
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  INTERNATIONAL                      CAFÉ DE PARIS                              COZUMEL MEXICAN                                 LOS AGAVES MEXICAN
                                     201 Capitol St., Charleston                RESTAURANT                                      RESTAURANT
                                     304-347-2233                               1120 Fledderjohn Rd.,                           508 3rd Ave., South Charleston
  ALADDIN RESTAURANT
                                     French cuisine. “Where the                 Charleston                                      304-720-1567
  3024 Chesterfield Ave.,
                                     food is elegant, but the dress is          304-342-0113                                    “A little taste of Mexico in
  Charleston
                                     casual.” Reservations requested.           Join the restaurant's fiesta                    South Charleston, WV.”
  304-345-0052
                                        LD                                      atmosphere near Kroger Plaza.                   Authentic Mexican cuisine.
  Middle-Eastern and American
                                                                                Lunch and dinner specials.                      Dine-in or Take out. Full bar.
  cuisine. Banquet rooms
                                                                                Happy Hour is Sun. - Thurs. 2                      LD
  available.
                                                                                p.m. - 7 p.m.
    LD                               CASA GARCIA MEXICAN
                                                                                   L D KM
                                     RESTAURANT
                                     19 Riverwalk Mall,                                                                         RIO GRANDE
                                     South Charleston                                                                           160 Court St., Charleston
  BEST OF CRETE                                                                 LA CARRETA MEXICAN
                                     304-342-0113                                                                               304-344-8616
  3029 Charleston Town Ctr.,                                                    RESTAURANT
                                     Authentic Mexican favorites                                                                Authentic Mexican food in the
  Charleston                                                                    5703 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,
                                     and specialties. Dine in, carry                                                            heart of downtown. Open for
  304-343-3292                                                                  Charleston
                                     out or delivery.                                                                           lunch and dinner.
  Greek cuisine. Rated one of the                                               304-925-4590
                                        LD                                                                                         LD
  top 10 restaurants in West                                                    www.lacarretamexicanrestaurant.com
  Virginia. Located in the Food                                                 Enjoy a 99-cent drink.True
  Court of the Charleston Town                                                  authentic Mexican flair. Daily
  Center Mall.                       CHESTERFIELD HOUSE                                                                         SAHARA RESTAURANT
                                                                                lunch specials.
    LD                               3112 Chesterfield Ave. S.E.,                                                               189 Summers St., Charleston
                                                                                   LD
                                     Charleston                                                                                 304-346-9800
                                     304-345-5071                                                                               Italian, American and Middle
                                     Fine Thai cuisine. 24-hour notice                                                          Eastern dining.
                                     for large groups.                                                                             LD
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        THE CHOP HOUSE &                                                                                     BRIDGE ROAD
        TIDEWATER GRILL                                                                                      BISTRO

                                                  Experience Authentic
                                                  Cuisine and Ambiance
                                                Pick your dining pleasure in Charleston at
                                                      the Charleston Town Center!
                                                    RESERVATIONS: 1-888-456-DINE
                                                           www.msventures.com

                                                                                                              Charleston’s premier restaurant and bar
                                                                                                                       Open daily lunch and dinner
                                                                                                                     Conveniently located just minutes
                                                                                                                            from Downtown!
                                                                                                                      Live entertainment Wednesday
                                                                                                                           and Saturday evenings




                                                                                                                         915 Bridge Road
                                                                                                                      Charleston, WV 25314
                                                           1-888-456-DINE                                                 304-720-3500
                                                         www.msventures.com                                          TheBridgeRoadBistro.com




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SITAR OF INDIA                           BELLACINO’S PIZZA &                          LOLA’S PIZZA                          TIDEWATER GRILL
RESTAURANT                               GRINDERS                                     1038 Bridge Rd., Charleston           1060 Charleston Town Ctr.,
702 Lee St. E., Charleston               218 Capitol St., Charleston                  304-343-5652                          Charleston
304-346-3745                             304-343-0911                                 Imaginative pizza and salads in       304-345-2620
www.sitarofindia.com                     www.bellacinos.com                           an inviting atmosphere.               www.msventures.com
Authentic Indian cuisine in a            Pizza and oven baked subs.                        D                                Fresh seafood and steaks in a
downtown location. White                    L D KM
tablecloth dining. Reservations                                                                                             relaxed atmosphere. Located in
recommended.                                                                          MAMA ROSA’S PIZZERIA                  the Charleston Town Center
                                         CHUCK E. CHEESE’S                            519 Washington St. W.,                Mall. Outdoor dining available.
   LD
                                         2846 Mountaineer Blvd.,                      Charleston                               L D KM
                                         South Charleston                             304-347-2020
                                         304-744-6900                                 www.mamarosaspizzeria.com
                                         www.chuckecheese.com                         Authentic homemade food,
                                         Pizza, sandwiches and games.                 fresh ingredients, relaxed
ITALIAN                                     L D KM                                    atmosphere. Easily accessible
                                                                                      from downtown; ample parking.         NIGHTLIFE
                                                                                           L D KM
JOE FAZIO’S                              GINO’S PIZZA &                                                                     BAR 101
1008 Bullitt St., Charleston             SPAGHETTI                                                                          101 Capitol St., Charleston
304-344-3071                             1500 Washington St. E.,                                                            304-346-1101
Treat yourself to Italian                Charleston                                   SINBAD’S PIZZA
                                                                                                                            Happy hour plus Work Release
specialties at one of                    304-346-0561                                 5006 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.,
                                                                                                                            Wednesdays for women.
Charleston's oldest and most             www.ginospizza.com                           Charleston
beloved Italian restaurants.             A casual, family-friendly Italian            304-926-6002
   D                                     restaurant. Appetizers, salads,              Locally owned pizza shop with
                                         sandwiches and all the Italian               a variety of interesting toppings.
                                         favorites: pizza, spaghetti                                                        COMEDY ZONE
                                         and lasagna.                                                                       Ramada Plaza Hotel, 400
LEONORO’S RESTAURANT                                                                                                        Second Ave. and B Street,
1507 Washington St. E.,                     LD
                                                                                                                            South Charleston
Charleston                                                                                                                  304-744-9696
304-343-1851                                                                                                                Stand-up comedy featuring the
                                         GIOVANNI’S PIZZA                             SEAFOOD
Family owned and operated                                                                                                   nation's funniest comedians.
                                         • 118 Spring St., Charleston
since 1915. Fourth generation                                                                                               Full menu, beverages, overnight
                                           304-345-2525
of the family currently serving                                                       FRESH SEAFOOD CO.                     package available.
                                         • 4524 MacCorkle Ave. S.W.,
“the best Italian food in                                                             MARKET & RESTAURANT
                                           South Charleston
the area.”                                                                            • 800 Smith St., Charleston
                                           304-766-0700
   L D KM                                                                               304-343-3134
                                         Pizza, pasta, sandwiches and
                                                                                        www.capitolmarket.net
                                         salads. Casual, family dining.                                                     THE EMPTY GLASS CAFÉ
                                                                                      • 6230 MacCorkle Ave.,
                                         Take out.                                                                          410 Elizabeth St., Charleston
SOHO’S ITALIAN                                                                          St. Albans 304-768-9728
                                               L D KM                                                                       304-345-9893
RESTAURANT                                                                            Seafood restaurant and market.
800 Smith St., Charleston                                                             Eat in or purchase fresh
304-720-7646                             GRAZIANO’S                                   seafood to prepare at home.
www.capitolmarket.net                    243 Capitol St., Charleston                  Dine indoors or on the patio.
Soho's menu offers unique and            304-342-8554                                      NC L D KM                        IMPULSE
tantalizing Italian cuisine. Bar         Authentic New York style pizza                                                     205 Capitol St., Charleston
service and wine list.                   and more delicious Italian food                                                    304-342-9614
Reservations recommended.                items to choose from.                        RED LOBSTER                           Dance club with talented DJ
Outdoor dining available.                Family-friendly, casual dining.              101 Cross Terrace Blvd.,              and flair bartender. 21 and over.
   L D KM                                   LD                                        South Charleston
                                                                                      304-746-0744
                                         HUSSON’S PIZZA                               www.redlobster.com
                                         AND SUBS                                     Featuring a variety of seafood        THE VAULT
                                         • 301 - 36th St. S.E., Charleston            dishes to tantalize your              229 Hale St., Charleston
PIZZA                                      304-925-0382                               taste buds.                           304-346-1010
                                         • 611 Ohio Ave., Charleston                       L D KM                           www.thevaultwv.com
THE ANCHOR                                 304-345-7717                                                                     A luxury lounge in the heart of
3315 Kanawha Blvd. E.,                   • 1008 Bridge Rd., Charleston                                                      downtown.
Charleston                                 304-342-2388
304-925-9902                             www.hussonspizza.com
Pizza, wings and sandwiches.             A Charleston restaurant
   LD                                    featuring pizza, submarine
                                         sandwiches and salads.
                                                   LD



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                                                      With more than 30 hotels and 4,000 sleeping
                                                      rooms in the accommodations guide, Charleston
                                                      and the surrounding area offer a wide variety of
                                                      lodging options to fit any budget from upscale full
                                                      service, extended stay and economy.




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BRASS PINEAPPLE BED & BREAKFAST
1907 Victorian home with seven elegantly furnished bedrooms with private baths.Wireless Internet.Will meet special dietary needs.                      7                 •                              $$$
   1611 Virginia St. E., Charleston | 866-344-0748 | www.brasspineapple.com

CABINS ON THE GORGE
Well-appointed 1 - 3 bedroom cabin rentals. All units feature a hot tub. Adventure resort facilities with two seasonal restaurants.                    8                 •                 •            $$$
NC Ames Heights Rd., Lansing | 800-252-7784 | www.cabinsonthegorge.com

COUNTRY ROAD CABINS
AAA triple diamond rated 1 - 4 bedroom log home cabin rentals. Fully-equipped with hot tub & fireplace. Located in New River Gorge area.             19                                                 $$$$
NC US Rt. 19 and Rt. 60, Hico | 888-712-2246 | wvcabins.com



HOTELS/MOTELS/RESORTS
BEST WESTERN CHARLESTON PLAZA HOTEL
Downtown location within walking distance of CAMC Hospital, Charleston Civic Center and Charleston Town Center Mall.                                 160                                                $$              41
   1010 Washington St. E., Charleston | 304-345-9779 | www.charlestonplazahotel.com




     BEST WESTERN                                                                                                              FAIRFIELD INN
     CHARLESTON PLAZA HOTEL                                                                                                    BY MARRIOTT

                                                              The Newest Renovated
                                                               Hotel in Charleston
                                                          We offer comfortable accommodations, friendly
                                                            service and great amenities which include a
                                                           complimentary Deluxe Hot Breakfast every
                                                          morning, Complimentary High Speed Internet
                                                          Service, Fitness Room, Meeting Space, Business
                                                          Center, Outdoor Pool and all rooms include a
                                                                   Fridge, Coffee Maker & more.
                                                                                                                                     “Where you’ll find Unexpected
                                                          We are conveniently located by the cultural Clay                        Comforts on the Road with Exceptional
                                                          Center. We can accommodate large groups and                             Hospitality.” Newly renovated Hotel in
                                                          offer airport shuttle services as well. We’ll make                      downtown Charleston offering Deluxe
                                                               sure you have a Wonderful Experience!                               Continental Breakfast, complimentary
                                                                                                                                  HSIA, Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub, Fitness
                                                                                                                                   Room, Pay-per-view Movies & More.




                                                                                                                                        1000 Washington St E.
                                                             1010 Washington St. E. | Charleston                                        Charleston, WV 25301
                                                               (304) 345-9779 | 800-780-7234                                               (304) 343-4661
                                                               www.charlestonplazahotel.com                                           www.charlestonwvhotel.com



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  BUDGET HOST INN
  At-door parking. Cable TV with VCRs in all rooms. Direct-dial phones with data ports. Restaurant nearby. No pets.Truck parking.                            26                •                              $$
     3313 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston | 304-925-2592 | www.budgethost.com

  CHARLESTON HOUSE HOLIDAY INN
  Charleston’s only riverfront hotel, located in the business district, welcomes you with comfort, convenience and luxury.                                   256                  •              •            $$
     600 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston | 800-HOLIDAY | www.holiday-inn.com/crw-kanawha

  CHARLESTON MARRIOTT TOWN CENTER
  Convenient access to Interstates 64, 77, and 79. Located downtown across from the Charleston Town Center Mall and Civic Center.                            352                  •              •            $$$             44
     200 Lee St. E., Charleston | 304-345-6500 | www.charlestonmarriott.com

  COMFORT INN WEST CHARLESTON
  Closest hotel to Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming Center. Deluxe Continental breakfast, business computer center and Lazy Dog Saloon.                        142                  •              •            $$$             42
  NC 102 Racer Dr., Cross Lanes | 800-798-7886 | www.comfort-inn.com

  COMFORT SUITES
  Located at Exit 95 off I-64 and I-77. Full hot breakfast buffet. Free parking. Indoor pool and hot tub. Exercise facility.Wireless internet.               67                                               $$
     107 Alex Ln., Charleston | 800-424-6423 | www.comfortsuites.com/hotel/wv079




            CHARLESTON MARRIOTT
            TOWN CENTER

                                                                                                                                      Get Centered
                                                                                                                                      Stay in the heart of downtown Charleston
                                                                                                                                      and enjoy easy access to everywhere you
                                                                                                                                      want to be. Shop at the Charleston Town
                                                                                                                                      Center Mall, play golf nearby, go whitewater
                                                                                                                                      rafting, try your luck at the Tri-State Racetrack
                                                                                                                                      & Gaming Center Casino, or visit your kids at
                                                                                                                                      the University of Charleston. Then come back
                                                                                                                                      and relax in your ultra-comfortable room,
                                                                                                                                      work out in the health club, go for a swim in
                                                                                                                                      the pool, and dine at the Whitewater Grille.
                                                                                                                                      We even offer a complimentary airport
                                                                                                                                      shuttle to make your Charleston vacation
                                                                                                                                      more convenient than ever!




                                                                                                                                     200 Lee Street East, Charleston, 25301
                                                                                                                                              Phone 304.345.6500,
                                                                                                                                           CharlestonMarriott.com



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COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Located at Exit 95 off I-64 and I-77. Offering wireless Internet, full hot breakfast, free parking, indoor heated pool and hot tub.                  64                •                                $$$
   107 Alex Ln., Charleston | 800-456-4000 | www.countryinns.com/charlestonwv_south

COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere sure to please business and leisure travelers alike.                                                         90                                   •            $$
   101 Crossings Shopping Center, Elkview | 800-456-4000 | www.countryinns.com

DAYS INN
Two doubles, smoking, hairdryer, HBO. Great value at a great price.                                                                                  147                                  •             $$
   6400 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 800-304-3809 | www.daysinn.com

DUNBAR SUPER 8 MOTEL
Conveniently located off I-64 at Exit 53.Wireless Internet. Continental breakfast. Guest laundry.                                                    62                                                 $$
NC 911 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar | 304-768-6888 | www.super8.com

EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL
This full-service, upscale, all-suite hotel is across the street from the Charleston Town Center Mall and one block from the Civic Center.           252                  •                •            $$$             43
   300 Court St., Charleston | 304-347-8700/800-EMBASSY | www.embassysuitescharlestonwv.com




 HOLIDAY INN
 EXPRESS CIVIC                                                               NEED MORE INFORMATION?
 CENTER

                                                                              Do you need to know if a hotel has free high-speed Internet, free parking
                                                                              or a fitness center? Or maybe you just want to check out what the rooms
                                                                              look like? Go to our website, www.charlestonwv.com and click on the
                                                                              accommodations button under the visitors center tab to search our database
                                                                              of area hotels. You can view pictures of the facilities, see what amenities they
                                                                              offer and even see how close the property is to downtown or Yeager Airport.
                                                                              Once you have decided on a hotel, you can click the “book it” button to be
                                                                              directly linked to the hotel’s website where you can
 The perfect choice for business or pleasure                                  easily book your stay.
  with a new level of affordable comfort. Our
  amenities include free high-speed internet                                  Don’t forget to come back to our website before
  access, complimentary hot breakfast buffet
including the world's best cinnamon rolls, free                               your stay to print maps, find great spots close to
 parking, and an on-site fitness center. Come                                 your hotel to eat and shop and check the calendar
   stay with us, at a place you can call home.                                to see what exciting events are taking place during
                                                                              your stay.

                                                                              Need some additional guidance once you have
                                         ®
                                                                              arrived in Charleston? Stop by our office in the
                                                                              Charleston Civic Center to pick up brochures
100 Civic Center Dr., Charleston, WV                                          and talk to a member of our staff about
            304-345-0600                                                      everything that Charleston has to offer.
  www.hiexpress.com/crw-civicctr



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  FAIRFIELD INN BY MARRIOTT
  Spacious guest rooms with a well-lit work desk, two phones and data ports at a superior value. Free Continental breakfast.                        136                                               $$              41
     1000 Washington St. E., Charleston | 800-228-2800 | www.fairfieldinn.com

  HAMPTON INN DOWNTOWN CIVIC CENTER
  Free high-speed wireless, complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, 24-hour business center. Free shuttle.                        111                   •                           $$$
     1 Virginia St.W., Charleston | 304-343-9300/800-426-7866 | www.hamptoninn.com

  HAMPTON INN SOUTHRIDGE
  Hampton Inn brings you the comforts of home and the service of trained hotel staff. Complimentary breakfasts and snacks.                          139                   •                           $$$
     1 Preferred Pl., Charleston | 304-746-4646 | www.hamptoncharleston.com

  HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CIVIC CENTER
  Located at the junctures of I-79, I-77 and I-64. Free parking and free breakfast. High-speed wireless Internet.                                   195                   •                           $$$             45
     100 Civic Center Dr., Charleston | 304-345-0600 | www.hiexpress.com/crw-civicctr

  HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES
  Located between two shopping plazas and surrounded by 30 wonderful restaurants.                                                                    84                                    •          $$$
     95 R H L Blvd., South Charleston | www.hiexpress.com/southridgewv




            SLEEP INN CHARLESTON &
            SLEEP INN CROSS LANES
                                                                                                                               Two Great Locations
                                                                                                                               in the Charleston Area
                                                                                                                               Choose Sleep Inn for our hot breakfast,
                                                                                                                               high-speed Internet access, clean rooms and
                                                                                                                               great service. All rooms are equipped with a
                                                                                                                               refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer,
                                                                                                                               coffeemaker and iron/ironing boards. Fitness
                                                                                                                               center, guest laundry, lobby computer with
                                                                                                                               Internet access and meeting room available.
                                                                                                                               Plenty of free parking and nearby restaurants.




                                                                                                                                      I-79 Exit 1           I-64 Exit 47
                                                                                                                                     Charleston             Cross Lanes
                                                                                                                                   304.345.5111             304.776.7711
                                                                                                                                   800.216.0661             800.799.9964
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IVY TERRACE MOTEL
Motel has coin-operated laundry on site.                                                                                                31                                                   $
   5311 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-925-4736

KNIGHTS INN, CHARLESTON - EAST
All rooms on ground level with high-speed Internet. Parking by rooms. Restaurant next door.                                             123                                                $$
   6401 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.., Charleston | 304-925-0451 | www.knightsinn.com

MEDICAL CENTER INN
Across the street from CAMC Memorial Hospital.                                                                                          50                                                 $$
   3103 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-344-2461 | www.knightsinn.com

MICROTEL INN
Offering free local, long distance and high-speed wireless Internet in all rooms. Call for rates.                                       84                                                 $$
   600 Second Ave., South Charleston | 800-771-7171 | www.microtelinn.com

MOTEL 6 CHARLESTON EAST
Pet friendly, cable TV and free coffee in lobby. “We strive for 5” on guest satisfaction survey.                                        103                                                 $
   6311 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-925-0471 | www.motel6.com

MOTEL 6 WEST - CROSS LANES
On-site guest laundry, vending and snack machines. Parking by your room. Call for rates.                                                111                                                 $
NC 330 Goff Mountain Rd., Cross Lanes | 800-466-8356 | www.motel6.com

PARSLEY MOTOR INN
Wireless Internet, one-and-two bedroom efficiencies available. Over 100 channels with HBO and HBO On Demand.                            55                                                 $$
   1607 Bigley Ave., Charleston | 800-345-3507 | www.parsleymotorinn.com

RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL
The ideal setting for banquets, luncheons, meetings, wedding receptions, seminars and conventions.                                      168              •                    •            $$
   400 Second Ave., South Charleston | 304-744-4641 | www.ramadacharleston.com

RED ROOF INN - KANAWHA CITY
Your satisfaction is guaranteed. Free expanded cable; kids under 18 stay free.                                                          108                                                  $
   6305 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-925-6953 | www.redroof.com

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT
Rates range from $79 to $134 per night. Free hot breakfast buffet daily. Complimentary evening social Mon. - Thurs.                     108               •                                $$$
   Northgate Business Park, 200 Hotel Cir., Charleston | 304-345-4200 | www.marriott.com/crwri

SLEEP INN
Easy access to I-79, I-77 and I-64. Deluxe Continental breakfast, wireless Internet, guest laundry.                                     81                •                 •              $$               46
   2772 Pennsylvania Ave., Charleston | 304-345-5111 | www.sleepinn.com

SLEEP INN AND SUITES
Thirty newly added suites, indoor pool, hot tub. Complimentary hot breakfast.Wireless Internet.                                         119                                                $$              46
NC 15 Goff Crossing Dr., Cross Lanes | 800-799-9946 | www.sleepinn.com

TRAVELODGE
Located minutes from Charleston, with convenient access to interstate. Free Continental breakfast, wireless Internet.                   132               •                                $$
NC 1007 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar | 304-768-1000 | www.travelodge.com

WINGATE BY WYNDHAM
Wingate offers all the convenience and luxury you would expect from an expensive hotel, but at an economical price.                     94                •                                $$
   402 Second Ave., South Charleston | 800-228-1000 | www.wingatecharleston.com




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   BUS SERVICE                                                LIMO & TAXI SERVICE                                     COUNTRY - WKWS - 96.1 FM
                                                                                                                      1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston
                                                              C & H TAXI                                              304-342-8131 | www.961thewolf.com
   ADVANTAGE COACH
   NC 5212 Bailey Rd., Charleston                                1410 Lewis St., Charleston
   866-238-2622 | www.advantagecoachtours.com                 304-344-4902 | www.chtaxi.com
                                                                                                                      POP CONTEMPORARY -
                                                                                                                      WVSR - 102.7 FM
                                                                                                                      817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston
   GREYHOUND BUS                                              CHANDLER’S LIMOUSINE SERVICE                            304-342-3136 | www.electric102.com
      300 Reynolds St., Charleston                               500 Crestwood Rd., Charleston
   800-231-2222 | www.greyhound.com                           304-345-5434 | www.chandlerslimo.com

                                                                                                                      ABC - WCHS - CHANNEL 8
                                                                                                                      1301 Piedmont Rd., Charleston
   KANAWHA VALLEY REGIONAL                                    HICKORY LIMOUSINE                                       304-346-5358 | www.wchstv.com
   TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY                                   NC 176 Airport Cir., Beaver
      1550 Fourth Ave., Charleston                            304-345-2727
   304-343-3840 | www.rideonkrt.com
                                                                                                                      CBS - WOWK - CHANNEL 13
                                                                                                                      13 Kanawha Blvd.W., Charleston
                                                              MOUNTAINEER LIMOUSINE                                   304-343-1313 | www.wowktv.com
                                                                 407 Hunt Ave., Charleston
                                                              304-343-1505
   HEALTH CARE
                                                                                                                      FOX - WVAH - CHANNEL 11
   CHARLESTON AREA MEDICAL                                                                                            1301 Piedmont Rd., Charleston
   CENTER GENERAL HOSPITAL                                                                                            304-346-5358 | www.wvah.com
      501 Morris St., Charleston
   304-388-5432 | www.camc.org
                                                              RADIO & TV
                                                                                                                      NBC - WSAZ - CHANNEL 3
                                                              ALL SPORTS - WBES - AM 1240
                                                                                                                      111 Columbia Ave., Charleston
   CHARLESTON AREA MEDICAL                                    817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston
                                                                                                                      304-344-3521 | www.wsaz.com
   CENTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL                                   304-342-3136 | www.bristolbroadcasting.com
      3200 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston
   304-388-4200 | www.camc.org
                                                              NEWS/TALK - WCHS - AM 580
                                                              1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston                        PLACES OF WORSHIP
   HEALTHPLUS FAMILY                                          304-342-8131 | www.58wchs.com
   HEALTH CENTERS                                                                                                     B’NAI JACOB SYNAGOGUE
   NC12 Kanawha Ter., St. Albans
                                                                                                                         1599 Virginia St. E., Charleston
   304-727-7711 | www.camc.org                                NEWS/TALK - WVTS - AM 950                               304-346-4722 | www.bnaijacob.com
                                                              817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston
                                                              304-342-3136 | www.wvtsam950.com
   HEALTHPLUS FAMILY                                                                                                  BREAM MEMORIAL
   HEALTH CENTERS                                                                                                     PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
      4602 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston                    CLASSIC HITS - WKAZ- 107.3 FM                              317 Washington St.W., Charleston
   304-925-4777 | www.camc.org                                1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston                        304-346-0426 | www.breamchurch.com
                                                              304-342-8131 | www.1073jackfm.com

   SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL                                                                                             CHRIST CHURCH
      333 Laidley St., Charleston                             ALBUM ORIENTED ROCK -                                   UNITED METHODIST
   304-347-6500 | www.stfrancishospital.com                   WKLC - 105.1 FM                                            1221 Quarrier St., Charleston
                                                              100 Kanawha Ter., St. Albans                            304-342-0192 | www.ccumwv.org
                                                              304-722-3308 | www.wklc.com
   THOMAS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
      4605 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., South Charleston                                                                      FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
   304-766-3600 | www.thomaswv.org                            COUNTRY - WQBE - 97.5 FM                                   200 Park Ave., Charleston
                                                              817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston                            304-346-8083 | www.charlestonfirstnazarene.com
                                                              304-342-3136 | www.wqbe.com

                                                                                                                      FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
                                                              ADULT CONTEMPORARY -                                       16 Leon Sullivan Way, Charleston
                                                              WVAF - 99.9 FM                                          304-343-8961 | www.firstpresby.com
                                                              1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston
                                                              304-342-8131 | www.v100.fm




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MORRIS MEMORIAL UNITED                              ASBURY UNITED                                 RENTAL CARS
METHODIST CHURCH                                    METHODIST CHURCH
   4615 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston                502 Elizabeth St., Charleston              AVIS RENT-A-CAR
304-925-1413 | www.morrismemorial.org               304-342-7811 | www.asburywv.org
                                                                                                     170 Airport Rd., Charleston
                                                                                                  800-331-1212 or 304-343-9453 | www.avis.com

SACRED HEART CO-CATHEDRAL
   1032 Virginia St. E., Charleston                 GRACE COVENANT
304-342-8175 | www.shccwv.us                        PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH                           BUDGET RENT-A-CAR
                                                       805 Price St., Charleston                     800-C Greenbrier St., Charleston
                                                    304-346-7489 | www.gcpcwv.org                 304-343-4381 | www.budget.com
ST. GEORGE ORTHODOX CHURCH
   Lee and Court Streets, Charleston
304-346-0106 | www.stgeorgecharleston.org           FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST                        ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR
                                                       Bradford & Lee Streets, Charleston            1614 Second Ave., Charleston
                                                    304-342-0767                                  304-343-8403 | www.enterprise.com
ST. PAUL AME CHURCH                                                                                  107-A MacCorkle Ave. S.W., South Charleston
   1108 Second Ave., Charleston                                                                   304-744-3644 | www.enterprise.com
304-343-3085                                        BOULEVARD SEVENTH DAY                            1115 Smith St., Charleston
                                                    ADVENTIST CHURCH                              304-344-2600 | www.enterprise.com
                                                       622 Kanawha Blvd.W., Charleston
ST. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST                         304-346-7771 | www.boulevardsda.org
   900 Washington St. E., Charleston
304-343-2115 | www.stmarkswv.org
                                                    MOUNT CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH                  TOURISM
                                                       1509 Bigley Ave., Charleston               INFORMATION
ST. TIMOTHY LUTHERAN                                304-346-9681 | www.mtcalvarybaptist.com
   900 Lawndale Ln., Charleston                                                                   CHARLESTON CONVENTION &
304-343-0424 | www.sttimothy.com                                                                  VISITORS BUREAU
                                                    BIBLE CENTER CHURCH                              200 Civic Center Dr., Charleston
                                                       1111 Oakhurst Dr., Charleston              800-733-5469 | www.charlestonwv.com
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN                                   304-346-0431 | www.biblecenterchurch.com
   1423 Lee St. E., Charleston
304-343-1647 | www.stpaulchas.org                                                                 MIDLAND TRAIL SCENIC
                                                    OPEN DOOR APOSTOLIC                           HIGHWAY ASSOCIATION
                                                       2630 Kanawha Blvd., Charleston                237 Capitol St., Charleston
TRINITY EVANGELICAL                                 304-346-9175 | www.opendoorapostolic.com      866-ROUTE-60 | www.midlandtrail.com
LUTHERAN CHURCH
   1600 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston
304-342-5212 | www.trinitywv.org                    OAKWOOD BAPTIST                               WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF TOURISM
                                                       855 Oakwood Rd., Charleston                   90 MacCorkle Ave., South Charleston
                                                    304-344-2134 | www.obcwv.org                  800-CALL WVA | www.callwva.com
KANAWHA UNITED
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
   1009 Virginia St. E., Charleston                 INDIA CENTER
304-342-6558 | www.kanawhachurch.org                   800 Green Rd., South Charleston
                                                    304-744-0021                                  WHEELCHAIR RENTAL
ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
                                                                                                  & OTHER EQUIPMENT
   1105 Quarrier St., Charleston
304-346-0359 | www.stjohnswv.org
                                                                                                  BOLL MEDICAL, INC.
                                                    PLANES & TRAINS                                  1223 Washington St. E., Charleston
                                                                                                  304-345-2944 | www.bollmedical.com
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH                                AMTRAK TRAIN STATION
   432 Shrewsbury St., Charleston
                                                       350 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston
304-344-4753 | www.fbc432.com
                                                    800-872-7245 | www.amtrak.com


SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH
                                                    YEAGER AIRPORT
   306 Washington St. E., Charleston
                                                       100 Airport Rd., Ste. 175, Charleston
304-342-6381
                                                    304-344-8033 | www.yeagerairport.com




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Charleston, West Virginia

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    CHARLESTON / WESTVIRGINIA A GREAT PLACE FOR... GROUPS SHOPPING & DINING FUN PG. 6 P G . 10 P G . 12 HOW TO USE YOUR OFFICIAL CHARLESTON VISITORS GUIDE Find your way Each area of Charleston has a wayfinding color and symbol. Throughout the guide these colors and symbols will help you in locating each 4 / 2009 CALENDAR OF EVENTS advertiser and listing. For further assistance in locating a business or location, maps are provided on pages 16, 18 & 19. 16 / CHARLESTON & VICINITY MAP The Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau wishes to thank the following for allowing us the use of their photographic images: Charleston Civic Center, The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences - WV, FestivALL,Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming 18 / SOUTH CHARLESTON MAP Center and West Virginia Division of Tourism. Feature stories written by Kerri Keefer. 19 / DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON MAP Cover photography by Rick Lee. 20 / ATTRACTIONS, RECREATION & The Official Charleston Visitors Guide is a publication of the Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau, 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV 25301; SHOPPING GUIDE 800-733-5469 toll free, 304-344-5075 local. Published by The Manahan Group, 222 Capitol Street, Suite 400, Charleston, WV 32 / DINING & NIGHTLIFE GUIDE 25301; 304-343-2800. George Manahan, Publisher; Amanda Wilson, Editor- in- Chief; Kerri Keefer, Managing Editor and Advertising Manager; Abbey Fiorelli, Art Director. 40 / ACCOMMODATIONS GUIDE All rights reserved; reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the written permission of the publisher. ©2009 48 / VISITOR SERVICES
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    A M ES S A G E F R O M M AY O R D A N N Y J O N E S WELCOME TO CHARLESTON Mayor Danny Jones at the Cultural Center Photo by Rick Lee As Mayor of West Virginia's capital city, as FestivALL Charleston in June, the project to our riverfront park, and plans I thank you for your interest in learning Charleston Rod Run & Doo Wop in are underway to transform an abandoned more about all that our community has to October and Live on the Levee free railroad trestle into a hiking and biking offer. When Charleston hosted the concerts on Friday nights during the bridge across the Kanawha River. World's Strongest Man competition in summer. Many others invest their time, September 2008, people from all over the talents and energies on other events that For people with a passion for shopping or world discovered our city and expressed continue to attract people, such as fine dining, special places like the their enthusiasm and appreciation for the Multifest in August, the Smoke on the Charleston Town Center Mall, Capitol fun and friendliness they found here. As Water Chili Cookoff in June, the Green Market, Bridge Road Shops and you read through this Visitors Guide, I Chili Shootout in March, the Christmas downtown village district offer both hope you will discover what many people Parade, Good Night concerts on New shopping and dining among national in Charleston also know about this place: Year’s Eve and others. chains and locally owned shops and ours is a vibrant city with friendly people, restaurants. varied activities and enticing amenities Charleston features several venues where In the pages of this Visitors Guide, you that attract people to live, visit, work and people gather for sports, recreation and will learn more about the special events play here. good times, including Appalachian Power and places that make Charleston a great Park, Laidley Field at University of place to be for a weekend visit, longer I am blessed to be the Mayor of my Charleston Stadium, the Charleston Civic vacation or even a lifetime. hometown, and our city is blessed because Center, Kanawha State Forest, Coonskin so many people follow their passions to Park, Clay Center, WV Cultural Center & I hope to see you in our city very soon! make this a better place to be in so many State Museum, Magic Island and Haddad ways. Many volunteers have worked to Riverfront Park. In the coming months develop relatively new special events, such you will witness a major improvement 800.733.5469 | 3
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    charleston ANNUAL EVENTS 2009 MAY JUNE JUNE 19 - 28: FESTIVALL The fifth annual celebration of the arts MAY 22 - 24: VANDALIA GATHERING JUNE 7: SYMPHONY SUNDAY showcasing performances and visual arts by national, regional and local talents. Events The 33rd annual Vandalia Gathering is a FREE A full day of family fun, food, and music on are held throughout the city. celebration of the arts, music, dance, stories, the beautiful riverbank lawn of the University 304-348-8174 crafts and food of West Virginia.The Cultural of Charleston.The day culminates in a free www.festivallcharleston.com Center and State Capitol Complex grounds 8pm WV Symphony Orchestra concert will play host to this expanding family-style followed by fireworks. gathering on Memorial Day Weekend, 304-561-3500 May 22 - 24, 2009. Ethnic and cultural www.wvsymphony.org heritage combine to create an atmosphere as comfortable as a family reunion with the excitement of a state fair. 304-558-0162 www.wvculture.org/vandalia FESTIVALL CHARLESTON A City Becomes a Work of Art June 19-28 Ten days of art and entertainment including Booker T & the MG’s in The Mayor’s Concert, Buddy Guy on Mountain Stage, Janiva Magness at Blues, Brews & BBQ, Wine & All That Jazz featuring Terence Blanchard, The Charleston Light Opera Guild presenting “Curtains”, The Capitol Street Art Fair, Ann Magnuson in “Back Home Again (Dreaming of Charleston)”, Smoke on the Water Chili Cook-Off, Library Street Fair, Wiener Dog Races and 100 hours of free music and family entertainment. For more information and a complete schedule, log on to www.festivallcharleston.com. www.festivallcharleston.com 4 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    JUNE 20: SMOKEON THE WATER CHILI COOK-OFF Tempt your taste buds at this spicy event with 80 -100 different chilis to sample. Music, arts and crafts fair and a hot pepper eating contest help make this a day to savor. The event will be held at Haddad Riverfront Park. Proceeds go to HospiceCare. 304-345-7653 www.smokeonthewater.org JUNE 26: BLUES, BREWS, & BBQ The best in blues music, along with cold beer A GREAT PLACE FOR GROUPS and hot BBQ. A fun event held on the beautiful banks of the University of Charleston campus. Part of FestivALL with Bring your group to FestivALL June 19 - 28! FestivALL has become the center proceeds benefitting Fund for the Arts. of excitement in Charleston and offers a perfect group setting. Events are 304-345-0775 www.festivallcharleston.com family-friendly and occur at venues throughout the city.There are fun activities for all age groups. Highlights include Smoke on the Water Chili Cook-off, Blues, Brews & BBQ,Wine & All That Jazz, the Capitol Street Art Fair and so JUNE 27:WINE AND ALL THAT JAZZ much more.The event truly offers something for everyone. Sample wines from an array of West Virginia vineyards, and enjoy an entire day of live jazz by some of the finest local and nationally To find out how to bring your group to Charleston, call the Charleston known jazz musicians. Enjoy the river breeze Convention & Visitors Bureau's Ashlee Burgess at 1-800-733-5469. on the beautiful banks of the University of Charleston campus. Part of FestivALL. 304-345-0775 www.festivallcharleston.com AUGUST JULY AUGUST 7 - 9: MULTIFEST WEST VIRGINIA The 20th Anniversary Multifest showcases BOOK FESTIVAL JULY 3 - 5: 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION West Virginia's diversity in food, music, dance The three-day festivities center around and other cultural activities. Events take place Haddad Riverfront Park. Families can enjoy at the State Capitol Complex. food, concerts and fireworks. 304-347-7663 304-348-8174 www.multifestwv.com www.cityofcharleston.org JULY 30 - AUGUST 2: RIBFEST 2009 OCTOBER The 11th annual event includes world class, award-winning BBQ ribs and chicken from OCTOBER 1 - 4: CHARLESTON vendors across the United States. Enjoy BOULEVARD ROD RUN AND nightly concerts featuring nationally-known Book lovers of all ages will enjoy the entertainers, arts and crafts, rides and DOO WOP FESTIVAL ninth annual West Virginia Book Festival, attractions for the whole family. Held along The fourth edition of this four-day car show with programs, authors, vendors, Kanawha Boulevard in the lot beside Shoney’s includes poker runs, free doo wop concerts, poets, storytellers, exhibits, children’s in Downtown Charleston. river cruises, tours, auto parts vendors, raffles, activities and a used book sale. 304-984-2412 fireworks and more. October 10 and 11. www.charlestonwvribfest.com 1-800-733-5469 Admission is free. www.charlestonwvcarshow.com A GREAT PLACE OCTOBER 10 - 11: WEST VIRGINIA FOR FUN BOOK FESTIVAL There is always something going on The ninth annual two-day festival features in Charleston! To search for book signings, workshops, special programs, Charleston Civic Center more events go to our website, children's activities and a used book sale. www.wvbookfestival.org www.charlestonwv.com. 304-343-4646 304.343.4646 www.wvbookfestival.org 800.733.5469 | 5
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    A GREAT PLACE FORGROUPS Looking for an accessible, affordable, safe and family-friendly meeting site? Charleston is the per fect destination. Visitors will find a variety of historic, scenic • Downtown hotels are within walking The Charleston Convention & Visitors and entertaining attractions, which sets an distance of the Charleston Civic Center, Bureau offers meeting and convention appealing stage for a convention or meeting. the Charleston Town Center Mall, and planners the following services: Charleston is an attractive, convenient, lots of activities. memorable and productive conference • Pre-convention planning & counseling destination. The city offers a unique • Charleston is located at the intersection of conference setting—the first-class meeting three interstates: I-64, I-77, and I-79. • Guidance and assistance from early facilities of a cosmopolitan city with planning stages to the end of the the comfort of West Virginia tradition • The city has more than 4,000 sleeping convention and hospitality. rooms. • Impartial liaison services between Charleston's Downtown area boasts seven • Hospitality and a warm welcome await meeting planner, city facilities and hotels, the Charleston Civic Center, more all groups. convention-related services than 30 delicious restaurants, and the Charleston Town Center Mall, one of the • Meeting with your planning committee to largest urban shopping malls east of the MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS answer questions or offer suggestions Mississippi, and it’s all within walking ARE OUR BUSINESS distance. Here are more reasons Charleston The Charleston Convention & Visitors • Entertainment & leisure activity planning is a great place for meetings: Bureau wants to make your meeting or convention a success. We can be as • Assistance with pre-meeting or • Yeager Airport is a quick 8-minute drive hands-on as you need. Let our staff show post-meeting leisure activities from downtown. you what a wonderful welcome truly is. 6 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    • Arranging spouseactivities or special functions during conference • Publicity & marketing CHARLESTON MEETING SITES • Preparing and distributing news releases Charleston Civic Center / 304-345-1500 prior to convention Capitol Conference Center / 304-344-2246 • Alerting media to arrival of convention West Virginia State University Capitol Center / 304-342-6522 and requesting on-site coverage Charleston House Holiday Inn / 304-344-4092 • Providing lists of local radio, television Charleston Marriott Town Center / 800-228-9290 and print media to aid in securing Embassy Suites / 304-347-8700 publicity Holiday Inn Express - Civic Center / 304-345-0600 • Promotional materials Municipal Auditorium / 304-348-8000 • Providing brochures on area The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences / 304-561-3570 attractions, events, hotels and The Summit Conference Center / 888-224-0515 restaurants 800.733.5469 | 7
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    A GR EAT P L A CE FO R GR O UP S • Loaning videos and photos of Charleston and West Virginia to help build convention attendance • Registration assistance, such as outsourcing registration requests to local temporary agencies • Providing letters of welcome for your attendees from city officials • Finding speakers to extend a brief welcome to your delegation MEETING SITES FOR ALL SIZES One of the best things about doing business in Charleston is that major downtown hotels and meeting facilities are located within walking distance of each other and many dining and entertainment options. With so many accommodations and meeting spaces close by, Charleston can host major conventions that require multiple activities or seminars. The largest meeting facility, with over 130,000 square feet of space, is the Charleston Civic Center, which is located in the heart of downtown and offers plenty of conference-style rooms or executive parlors, plus parking facilities, catering services, audio-visual and décor assistance. The Charleston Civic Center is across the street from the Charleston Town Center Mall, within a block of four major hotels and many restaurants. For smaller groups, Downtown Charleston offers several more intimate sites. Capitol Conference Center is located right off historic Capitol Street. The facility offers three distinct spaces with over 3,000 sq. feet of total space. Not far from Capitol From top: Charleston Marriott Town Center, Capitol Conference Center, Embassy Suites 8 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    A GR EAT P L A CE FO R GR O UP S Street is the West Virginia State University spaces for groups, as well. Located in the accessible. Go to www.charlestonwv.com to Capitol Center. This facility is within Charleston Civic Center, the Civic Center find out more about all of Charleston's walking distance of all of Downtown and Little Theatre seats 750. Across the street meeting sites. offers eight rooms with a total square from the Charleston Town Center Mall, the footage of 9,800. Municipal Auditorium has seating for 3,500. There are also plenty of businesses that can The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences help with catering, media services, printing, Many hotels in the downtown area offer includes the 1,883-seat Maier Foundation copying and other communications needs as meeting space including the Charleston Performance Hall, a black box theater plus well. The Charleston Convention & Visitors House Holiday Inn, Charleston Marriott other meeting spaces. Bureau can help you locate the support Town Center, Embassy Suites, and the you need. Holiday Inn Express - Civic Center. There are many meeting options outside of Dowtown Charleston offers several theater Downtown Charleston that are very easily www.charlestonwv.com Everything you need online: • Calendar of Events - The calendar is easily searchable to find out what activities are going on around the city during your visit. • Event & Meeting Facilities Database - This searchable database offers photos, meeting room specifications, location and other important information for planning your meeting or convention. • Accommodations, Dining, Recreation and Shopping Databases - These searchable databases make finding what you are looking for so much easier. • Request for Proposal - Interested in Charleston as the site for your next meeting? Fill out the Request for Proposal form in the “Meeting Planners” section to let us know what you are looking for in a site. 800.733.5469 | 9
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    A GREAT PLACE FORSHOPPING & DINING Small town hospitality and cosmopolitan amenities. EVERYONE NEEDS A LITTLE experience one-of-a-kind fine Italian cuisine RETAIL THERAPY at Soho's. Charleston’s shopping opportunities begin Downtown. The Charleston Town Center Right up the hill from Downtown Mall, one of the largest urban malls in the Charleston, you'll find the Bridge Road East, is right in the middle of everything. It Shops. The area offers unique shops with is located across the street from the art, food, clothing, toys and jewelry. Bridge Charleston Civic Center, hotels, and Road also offers unique dining experiences FEED YOUR SOUL restaurants and within walking distance of at Lola's, which offers imaginative pizzas It may come as a surprise, but dining in other Downtown Charleston destinations. and salads, or at the Bridge Road Bistro, Charleston can truly be an international The three floors of the Charleston Town which offers fine dining in a casual experience. Asian (including Japanese, Center Mall offer over 130 specialty stores, environment. Chinese, and Thai), French, Indian, three department stores, five restaurants and Italian, Mexican, Middle Eastern and a food court. From fashion to toys and home goods to American foods can be found in Charleston. outdoor equipment, you can find just about Many of these dining options are unique Downtown Charleston also offers locally anything at the outdoor shopping centers and locally owned. owned stores such as Galperin Jewelry, and restaurants along U.S. 119’s Southridge Delfine’s, Merrill Photo, Taylor Books, Centre, Shops at Trace Fork or Dudley Right along Capitol Street in the heart of several local art galleries and one-of-a-kind Farms Plaza. Other shopping destinations Downtown, you’ll find locally owned stores like The Purple Moon and Ivor's. include the Kanawha Mall and South Ichiban, featuring delicious sushi and Charleston's Riverwalk Plaza. Pan-Asian cuisine. You can also find sushi Right on the edge of Downtown, you'll find Downtown at Kaifu Japanese Cuisine & Capitol Market, an open-air market with Find antiques and other treasures at the Sushi Bar, and Sushi Atlantic. Other fresh produce and fragrant flowers in the South Charleston Antique Mall, which has restaurants offering unique Asian dining spring and summer, pumpkins for more than 70 dealers, or at the Capitol found outside of Downtown include Taste of Halloween and live Christmas trees in the Flea Market. Asia, Thai House Restaurant and Main Tin. winter. Inside you can browse for West Right down the street from Ichiban, you’ll Virginia specialty products, books, coffee, See our shopping guide on pages 30 & 31 find Café de Paris, offering fine French West Virginia-made chocolate, fresh for more information. cuisine in a casual environment. seafood, wine and cheese. You can also 10 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    One block awayfrom the international flair Other unique experiences can be found in right up in your boat. of Capitol Street you’ll find Sahara the fine dining at Laury’s, delicious Restaurant, which offers Italian, American homemade ice cream at Ellen's Homemade If you’re looking for entertainment along and Middle Eastern dining and Sitar of Ice Cream, organic options at Bluegrass with your delicious meal, you can play table India, which serves authentic Indian cuisine. Kitchen, chocolate at Holl’s or Capitol games and slot machines or watch live Roasters and coffee at Taylor Books. greyhound racing and much more at For unique and hearty Italian food, check Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center. After out Joe Fazio’s, a Charleston landmark with Most Charleston residents will tell you to you've gambled up an appetite, enjoy great Italian and some of the best steaks dine at Blossom Deli for one of the most authentic cuisine at the French Quarter in town, Soho’s at Capitol Market, or unique dining experiences in the city. Lounge, classic First Turn Restaurant and Leonoro’s Spaghetti House. During lunchtime, you’ll enjoy an convenient Café Orleans. old-fashioned diner experience with some Charleston and the surrounding area offer of the best milkshakes in town. At Mexican dining options like Rio Grande, dinnertime the deli is transformed with La Carreta, Cozumel, Casa Garcia and white tablecloths and more into an upscale Los Agaves. elegant restaurant. It’s an experience you’ll A TASTE FOR MORE? never forget. Check the dining guide on pages 32 - 39 The Charleston Town Center Mall offers five to find out all about Charleston’s full-service restaurants including Chili’s Bar & If outdoor dining is what you crave, check delicious culinary choices or go to www.charlestonwv.com and click the Grill, Outback Steakhouse, Half Time Sports out Huck Finn's and The Barge Restaurant dining link to search the dining database. Bar and Grill, Bennigan’s, seafood at Tidewater & Grill. At both restaurants located on the Grill and fine dining at The Chop House. Kanawha River, you are welcome to drive 800.733.5469 | 11
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    A GREAT PLACE FORFUN From whitewater rafting to strolling the brick sidewalks in the downtown village district, Charleston has fun for the whole family. OUTDOOR FUN Big Bend Golf Course, par-69 Sandy Brae, participating galleries which offer new Charleston is the gateway to all of and the 9-hole course at Cato Park. displays for each event. For more West Virginia. Not many cities can offer information and dates, visit skiing, whitewater rafting, ATV trails, During the summer months, Appalachian www.charlestonartwalk.com. rock climbing, mountain biking, Power Park is truly the place to be. The park canoeing, kayaking, hiking, geocaching, is home to Charleston’s minor league Get the adrenaline rush you’re looking for at golf and so much more, all within a baseball team, The West Virginia Power. the new Treetops Canopy & Zipline Tour. manageable distance. Games offer fun for the entire family. Kids Take in the breathtaking views from a series can enjoy the Fun Zone and the Power’s five of platforms, sky-bridges and ten ziplines. Kanawha State Forest offers extreme mascots, Axe, Charlie, Gusty, Hydro and For more information, see page 27. mountain biking and hiking adventures Pyro. Thursday night home games are Buck along with geocaching excursions. Nights, where small fountain drinks, hot In the winter months, you can enjoy the Charleston’s Coonskin Park is a short dogs, and general admission tickets are each excitement of the slopes with only a one 10-minute drive from downtown. The park $1. Friday and Saturday night games offer hour and 15 minute drive to Winterplace offers mountain biking and hiking trails, fireworks after the game. Ski Resort. Other ski resorts including, a soccer field, playgrounds, a par-55 golf Canaan Valley, Snowshoe and Timberline course, swimming pool and much more to The third Thursday of each month offers a are within a few hours drive of Charleston. suit your outdoor needs. chance for exercise while taking in the arts See page 24-27 for more details. with the Charleston Art Walk. Take a stroll You can test your golf prowess at other along the brick sidewalks of downtown and Whitewater rafting is another draw for courses close to Charleston including the find out more about the arts scene in adventure-seekers. Charleston is an easy semi-private par-72 Scarlet Oaks, the par-71 Charleston. From 5 pm to 8 pm, visit drive from world-class whitewater rafting on 12 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    the New andGauley rivers. There are multiple companies you can contact for your adventure and some also offer rock climbing, kayaking and horseback riding. SEASONS OF ADVENTURE To find out more, check out pages 24 - 27. SPRING - MOUNTAIN BIKING & HIKING ATV trails can be found about 20 miles Kanawha State Forest / www.kanawhastateforest.com / 304-558-3500 outside of Charleston along the Little Coal River Trail. This is just one of six systems Coonskin Park / www.kcprc.com/coonskin_park.htm / 304-341-8000 making up the Hatfield-McCoy Trail system, which runs through several SUMMER - ZIPLINE West Virginia counties. TreeTops Canopy & Zipline Tour / www.treetopscanopytours.com 800-252-7784 Take a scenic drive along the Midland Trail National Scenic Byway (U.S. Route 60), FALL - ICE SKATING which passes through 41 Southern West South Charleston Memorial Ice Arena / 304-744-4ICE (4423) Virginia towns and communities. There are local attractions along the way including the Malden historic district, where Booker T. WINTER - SKIING Washington once lived. Winterplace Ski Resort / www.winterplace.com / 800-607-SNOW (7669) 800.733.5469 | 13
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    A GR EAT P L A CE FO R FUN FESTIVALS AND ANNUAL EVENTS Late June has become one of the most exciting times for locals and visitors alike, with the 10-day arts extravaganza, FestivALL Charleston. FestivALL cele- brates local, regional and national artists in music, theater, dance and visual art. The 2009 edition of FestivALL marks its fifth anniversary and will run from June 19 - 28. Events include Blues, Brews and BBQ , Wine & All That Jazz, and the Smoke on the Water Chili Cook-off. To see a full schedule of events, go to www.festivallcharleston.com. March offers a chili cook-off, with a bit of a twist. The Capitol Market Green Chili Shoot-Out, held on the Saturday closest to St. Patrick's Day, offers the best green chili around. Quench your thirst with green beer, enjoy live music and taste some delicious homemade cornbread. Friday night is Fiesta Verde, the party leading up to the Green Chili Shoot-Out. INDOOR FUN Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center brings the bright lights, excitement and cuisine of the Big Easy to West Virginia. Experience live greyhound racing, simulcast horse and greyhound racing, slots, live entertainment and table games. If you work up an appetite, you can satisfy your hunger at the facility’s two restaurants or café. The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences is a multi-venue facility in the heart of Charleston. The 240,000-square-foot facility contains the Maier Foundation Performance Hall, a black box theater, two floors of interactive science exhibits, From top: Appalachian Power Park, The Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences, Coonskin Park 14 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    A GR EAT P L A CE FO R FUN art museum, planetarium and giant- screen film theater, gift shop and café all under one roof. The Clay Center is also home to the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Share in some friendly family competition with games, go-karts and laser tag at the South Ridge Grand Prix. Hit the lanes and bowl a strike at Venture Lanes or Galaxy Lanes. Or show off your ice skating skills at the South Charleston Memorial Ice Skating Arena. Photo by WV Tourism/David Fattaleh For a look into West Virginia’s rich history, schedule a tour of the West Virginia State Capitol and Governor’s Mansion. While you are there, don’t forget to visit the newly renovated West Virginia State Museum, which is located at the Cultural Center on the grounds of the Capitol. The Museum reopens to the public in June 2009. To find out more about Charleston’s attractions and recreation, go to pages 20 - 31. LOOKING FOR MORE? Charleston has many more great activities to offer.To see a full list, go to www.charlestonwv.com and click on the attractions or recreation button to search our databases. You can also choose your hotel and search for dining options for your stay under the Visitor Services tab. From top: Coonskin Park, The New River, Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center 800.733.5469 | 15
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    A T TR A CT I O N S , R E C R E A T I O N & S H O P P I N G ATTRACTIONS & CRAIK-PATTON HOUSE MIDLAND TRAIL SCENIC HIGHWAY ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES Historic Early-American house museum Also known as Route 60, Midland Trail covers where visitors can tour the house and grounds and hear stories of its past. about 180 miles through West Virginia with BECKLEY EXHIBITION COAL MINE 2809 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston numerous towns and attractions along the Exhibition coal mine, simulated coal camp, gift 304-925-5341 | www.craik-patton.com way, including the Malden historic district shop, museum and campgrounds. where Booker T. Washington grew up, NC 513 Ewart Ave., Beckley Hawks Nest State Park, and the charming city 304-256-1747 | www.beckleymine.com of Lewisburg. EAST END MAIN STREET 237 Capitol St., Charleston Charleston’s East End is home to the State 1-866-ROUTE 60 | www.midlandtrail.com Capitol, the city’s baseball stadium, the Clay BLENKO GLASS Center for the Arts & Sciences as well as a Blenko has been hand-making glass since growing number of businesses and families. 1893.Visitor center, outlet store, free factory 1116 Smith St., Charleston NEU AESTHETICS tours, museum. 304-340-4253 | www.eastendmainstreet.com Skincare, permanent make-up, facials NC 9 Fairgrounds Rd., Milton and more. 877-425-3656 | www.blenkoglass.com 828 Oakwood Rd., Charleston 304-346-1022 | www.neuskincareclinic.com FENTON GIFT SHOP Glass factory tours, gift shop, outlet and CHARLESTON CIVIC CENTER museum. No evening hours Jan. - March. Providing convention center facilities and NC 420 Caroline Ave.,Williamstown NEW RIVER GORGE BRIDGE services: 250,000 square feet total, with a 800-319-7793 | www.fentongiftshop.com One of the world's largest single-arch steel 51,000-square-foot exhibit area. span bridges. Can be seen from the New 200 Civic Center Dr., Charleston River Gorge National River visitors’ center. 304-345-1500 NC Lansing www.charlestonwvciviccenter.com GOVERNOR’S MANSION 304-574-2115 | www.nps.gov/neri Home of the governor. Reservations required, tours subject to cancellation at any time. 1716 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston 800-CALL WVA | www.wvculture.org NEW RIVER GORGE NATIONAL RIVER Trails, river access and camping in a park with cultural and natural significance. NC 104 Main St., Glen Jean CHARLESTON HERITAGE TOWERS 304-465-0508 | www.nps.gov/neri CIVIC CENTER Tours of the Black Culture and African Heritage Center. Authentic African artifacts, educational exhibits. NEW RIVER JET BOATS 612 Virginia St. E., Charleston Located at Hawk’s Nest State Park, New 304-343-3250 River Jetboats provides an incredible adventure for the whole family! Travel from the rim of the New River Gorge by Tram, and jet upstream to take in a breathtaking view of JERRY ADKINS SALON the famous New River Gorge Bridge. Full-service salon and day spa. NC Boards at Hawks Nest State Park NC 730 Nitro Market Pl., Cross Lanes 304-469-2525 | www.newriverjetboats.com 304-776-0350 charlestonwvciviccenter.com OPULENCE SPA MIDLAND TRAIL NATIONAL Services include facials, peels, body treatments, Events / Services / Facilities / Contacts SCENIC BYWAY massages, therapeutic nail treatments, The road of choice for those who want to nutritional and fitness consultations and laser leave the interstate behind and see the hair removal. Medical cosmetic procedures Best of West Virginia as Route 60 winds the to smooth wrinkles are also available with 180-miles across WV’s midsection offering a consultation. drive filled with fabulous vistas, world-class NorthGate Business Park, rafting, outdoor fun, art and artisan treasures 600 Tracy Way, Charleston & pioneer history. 304-345-6772 | www.theospa.com 237 Capitol St., Charleston 1-866-ROUTE 60 | www.midlandtrail.com Contact: M. Sharon King, Director of Sales & Marketing, 304-345-1500 Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston 800.733.5469 | 21
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    A T TR A CT I O N S , R E C R E A T I O N & S H O P P I N G SOUTH CHARLESTON WEST VIRGINIA STATE CHARLESTON STAGE COMPANY INDIAN MOUND CAPITOL COMPLEX Performs high quality and innovative theater The second-largest Indian burial mound in the The 293-foot gold dome of the West Virginia productions for West Virginia audiences. state of West Virginia. Capitol adorns the historic building that 123 Summers St., Charleston Route 60 West (MacCorkle Avenue houses state government. 304-343-5272 S.W.), South Charleston 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston www.charlestonstagecompany.com 800-238-9488 800-CALL WVA | www.wvculture.org CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF TAMARACK WEST VIRGINIA VETERANS’ MEMORIAL CHARLESTON, INC A statewide collection of handmade crafts, A two-story, oval-shaped monument honoring Since 1932 the Children’s Theatre of art and specialty foods which showcases West Virginians who died defending the U.S. Charleston has educated children about The Best of West Virginia. in 20th-century conflicts. the theater. NC One Tamarack Park, I-77, Exit 45, State Capitol Complex, 1900 Kanawha Charleston Beckley Blvd. E., Charleston 304-346-0164 | www.ctoc.org 888-262-7225 | www.tamarackwv.com 304-558-0230 | www.wvculture.org/history CLAY CENTER FOR THE ARTS & TRACIE’S BEAUTY COTTAGE & SCIENCES - WEST VIRGINIA DAY SPA Discover the world of music, theater, art and Hair salon, beauty care, massages and wraps. science at the Clay Center. 506 - 50th St. S.E., Charleston CULTURE AND One Clay Square, 300 Leon Sullivan Way, 304-925-1772 | www.dayspawv.com PERFORMING ARTS Charleston 304-561-3500 | www.theclaycenter.org APPALACHIAN CHILDREN’S CHORUS TRI-STATE RACETRACK AND Directors support choristers in striving for GAMING CENTER the highest level of musical and personal KANAWHA PLAYERS OFFICIAL STATE Rollin’ Spinnin’ & Hittin’ it Big Mardi Gras Style. excellence. THEATRE OF WEST VIRGINIA 210 Brooks St., Charleston Enjoy Table games, poker, slots, live Community theater group offering live 304-343-1111 | www.wvacc.org greyhound racing, simulcast wagering, fine productions from Sept. - May. Visit website dining and much more! Groups welcome! for current schedule. NC #1 Greyhound Dr. , Cross Lanes 309 Beauregard St., Charleston 800-224-9683 | www.tristateracetrack.com CHARLESTON BALLET INC., 304-343-7529 | www.kanawhaplayers.org AMERICAN ACADEMY OF BALLET This civic troupe has enriched the cultural life VISIONS DAY SPA of West Virginia, performing traditional and original ballets. MOUNTAIN STAGE Salon and day spa; hair, nails, licensed massage A production of West Virginia Public 822 Virginia St. E., Charleston therapy, makeovers. Broadcasting. 304-342-6541 | www.thecharlestonballet.com 238 Capitol St., Charleston Office location: 600 Capitol St., 304-345-5620 | visionsdayspawv.com Charleston 888-596-9729 | www.mountainstage.org CHARLESTON CHAMBER WEST VIRGINIA ARCHIVES AND MUSIC SOCIETY HISTORY LIBRARY Classical chamber music concerts. Charleston RIVER CITY YOUTH BALLET - Historical documents and records. ENSEMBLE & SCHOOL 304-344-5389 The Cultural Center, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. A non-profit youth organization whose www.charlestonchambermusic.org E., Bldg. 9, Charleston programs are designed to introduce youth to 304-558-0230 | www.wvculture.org dance and the arts. 4110 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston CHARLESTON LIGHT OPERA GUILD 304-925-3262 | www.rcyb.org One of West Virginia's premier producers of WEST VIRGINIA POWER community musical theater. See website for Class A Minor League Baseball affiliate of the current schedule. Pittsburgh Pirates. WEST VIRGINIA CULTURAL CENTER 411 Tennessee Ave., Charleston 601 Morris St., Ste. 201, Charleston State museum and theatre, State archives and 304-342-9312 304-344-BATS | www.wvpower.com collections and a genealogical library. Provides www.charlestonlightoperaguild.org a full year of events and exhibits. State Capitol Complex, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Bldg. 9, Charleston 304-558-0162 | www.wvculture.org Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston 800.733.5469 | 23
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    A T TR A CT I O N S , R E C R E A T I O N & S H O P P I N G WEST VIRGINIA SYMPHONY SCARLET OAKS OUTDOOR ORCHESTRA Performs symphonic and pops concerts, 18-hole course at a semi-private club. ADVENTURES NC 2 Dairy Rd., Poca holiday concerts, opera, and also performs 304-755-8079 “Symphony Sunday” the first Sunday in June. A-1 EXTREME EXPEDITIONS The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, Voted “West Virginia's Best Rafting Outfitter” One Clay Sq., Charleston on New and Gauley Rivers. Book online 304-561-3500 | www.wvsymphony.org SHAWNEE GOLF COURSE and save. Nine-hole course. Fairly flat, well-bunkered NC U.S. Route 19 Hinkle Road East, course with three water hazards. 3,240 yards Fayetteville and par-36. 800-463-9873 | www.goextreme.com NC Route 25, Institute 304-341-8030 BIKING ACE ADVENTURE RESORT A 1500-acre resort. Whitewater rafting, rock CHARLESTON BICYCLE CENTER climbing, mountain biking, paintball, kayaking Sales, repairs, clothing and accessories, closed and caving. Sun. and Mon. NC Minden Rd., Oak Hill 409 - 53rd St. S.E., Charleston INDOOR 800-787-3982 | www.aceraft.com 304-925-8348 RECREATION GALAXY LANES Offers a family-friendly environment that is ADVENTURES MOUNTAIN RIVER Thirty-two years of experience. Packages smoke and alcohol free.The facility includes available with rafting, biking, fishing, golf, and 24 lanes, snack bar and full pro shop. Closed horseback riding. GOLF Sunday and Monday during the summer NC Sunday Road, Hico months. Open daily rest of year. Call for 800-822-1FUN | www.rafttoday.com summer hours. BIG BEND GOLF COURSE 6545 MacCorkle Ave., SE, Charleston Fairly flat 18-hole, par-71 course. 304-925-1156 Tree-lined fairways, no bunkers, some water. Player-friendly course. APPALACHIAN WILDWATERS NC 151 Riverview Dr.,Tornado Whitewater rafting, from gentle to 304-722-0400 SOUTH CHARLESTON MEMORIAL adventurous; mountain biking, rock climbing, ICE ARENA horseback riding and more. Public skating, hockey, figure skating and “Learn NC U.S. Route 19, Fayetteville to Skate program.” Skate rental and pro shop. 800-624-8060 | www.awrafts.com CATO GOLF COURSE 20 R H L Blvd., South Charleston Nine-hole course with par-3 and par-4 holes. 304-744-4423 100 Baker Ln., Edgewood Drive and Baker Lane, Charleston CLASS VI - MOUNTAIN RIVER 304-348-6859 | www.cityofcharleston.org “Mild to wild” outdoor adventures, full-service SOUTH RIDGE GRAND PRIX facility and a veteran staff of professionals. Family fun center featuring arcade, restaurant, Deluxe cabins. 3 indoor go-kart race tracks, laser tag, and NC P.O. Box 78, Ames Heights Road, COONSKIN GOLF COURSE 18-hole minature golf course. Lansing Handicapped-accessible, 18-hole executive 500 South Ridge Blvd., South Charleston 800-252-7784 | www.class-vi.com course. Par-55; 2,240 yards. 304-720-4386 (4FUN) 2000 Coonskin Dr., Charleston 304-341-8013 | www.kcprc.com GLADE SPRINGS RESORT & SPA VENTURE LANES Full service gated resort. Championship golf Thirty-two lanes of bowling; bar and grill; courses, spa. SANDY BRAE GOLF COURSE meeting room, video lottery room; open daily. NC 255 Resort Dr., Daniels 18-hole course, par-69.Tee times required NC 6300 MacCorkle Ave., St. Albans 800-634-5233 | www.gladesprings.com on weekends in the summer through the first 304-768-7307 of November. NC 9 Weirlong Rd., Amma Exit, I-79 North, Clendenin HATFIELD & MCCOY TRAILS 304-965-6800 YMCA OF KANAWHA VALLEY - Six trail systems throughout southern West CHARLESTON FAMILY YMCA Virginia for ATV, dirt bike and mountain bike Full-service fitness and aquatic facility. Child riding, plus hiking and horseback riding. care and adult and youth programs. NC P.O. Box 539, Lyburn 300 Hillcrest Dr. E., Charleston 800-592-2217 | www.trailsheaven.com 304-340-3535 | www.ymcawv.org Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston 24 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    A T TR A CT I O N S , R E C R E A T I O N & S H O P P I N G NEW AND GAULEY RIVER USA RAFT DANIEL BOONE PARK ADVENTURE Half-day whitewater raft trips on the New Picnic tables, boat dock and launch; and Rafting on the New and Gauley Rivers. and Gauley Rivers. Adventure and family trips. ADA-accessible fishing pier. NC P.O. Box 44, Lansing NC Rural Route 3, Fayetteville 2800 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston 800-SKY-RAFT | www.gauley.com 800-USA-RAFT | www.usaraft.com 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org NEW RIVER TRAIL RIDES WILDWATER EXPEDITIONS DANNER MEADOW Hourly and overnight horseback and wagon One-day and multi-day rafting adventures, Walking path, exercise equipment stations, rides. Winter riding available. climbing and kayaking instruction, packages picnic tables, athletic field and playground. NC Wonderland Road, Oak Hill and group discount. South Fort Drive and Longwood Road, 888-743-3982 | www.ridewva.com NC Southwest corner of Route 19 and Charleston Milroy Grose Road, Lansing 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org 800-WVA-RAFT | www.wvaraft.com NORTH AMERICAN RIVER RUNNERS, INC DUNBAR WINE CELLAR Many adventures, including whitewater WINTERPLACE SKI RESORT Picnic shelter, fishing, nature walk and rafting, kayaking, climbing wall and more. Resort featuring winter activities such as archery range. Call for hours. skiing, snow-boarding and tubing. Call to plan NC Dunbar NC Route 61, 1/4-mile west of U.S. 19, Hico a summer event. 304-766-0224 | www.cifyofdunbarwv.com 800-950-2585 | www.narr.com NC I-77, Exit 28, Flat Top 800-607-SNOW | www.winterplace.com HADDAD RIVERFRONT PARK RIVERMEN WHITEWATER Amphitheater, boat docking and benches Complete adventure resort with restaurant, along the river. hiking and biking trails. Downtown along the Kanawha River, NC P.O. Box 360, Fayetteville Charleston 800-545-RAFT | www.rivermen.com PARKS 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org APPALACHIAN POWER PARK Home stadium of the West Virginia Power RIVERS WHITEWATER Minor League Baseball Team. Rental available KANAWHA STATE FOREST RAFTING RESORT for gatherings. Forty-six campsites, 9,300-acre forest, hiking, Whitewater rafting outfitter, rock climbing, 601 Morris St., Charleston biking, hunting and fishing. RVs over 26' not camping and more. 304-344-2287 | www.wvpower.com recommended. NC P.O. Box 39, Lansing Route 2, Box 285, Charleston 800-879-7483 | www.riversresort.com 800-CALL WVA www.kanawhastateforest.com CATO PARK Nine-hole golf course, 50-meter swimming SONGER WHITEWATER pool, walking trail, two soccer fields, Whitewater rafting tours on the New and playground and picnic shelter. LITTLE CREEK PARK Gauley Rivers. Horseback riding, rock 200 Baker Ln., Charleston Picnic areas and shelters, basketball and tennis climbing. Cabins. 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org courts. Home of the Soap Box Derby. NC Route 19 at Miller Ridge Road, South Charleston Fayetteville 304-768-1909 | www.southcharlestonwv.org 800-356-7238 | www.songerwhitewater.com CHARLESTON PARKS & RECREATION Facilities, parks and programs for citizens and visitors of the greater Charleston area. MAGIC ISLAND TREETOPS CANOPY & ZIPLINE TOUR 200 Baker Ln., Charleston Walking path, sand volleyball and benches for West Virginia’s world-class 304-348-6860 relaxation along the river. canopy tour! Guided 3-hour www.cityofcharleston.org/recreation.htm Kanawha Boulevard West, Charleston tour takes you high into the 304-348-6860 | www.cityofcharleston.org trees and across spectacular Mill Creek canyon via a series of platforms, COONSKIN PARK sky-bridges and ten ziplines. Swimming, golf, tennis, soccer, picnicking, mini- WEST VIRGINIA STATE PARKS Offered by Class VI - golf, and hiking trails. Amphitheater on site. The 49-state parks offer lodging, camping, Mountain River. 2000 Coonskin Dr., Charleston conference centers, park programs and events NC Fayetteville/Lansing 304-341-8000 | www.kcprc.com and a variety of recreational activities. 800-252-7784 Office location: Division of Natural www.treetopscanopytour.com Resources, Capitol Complex, Charleston 304-558-2764 | www.wvparks.com Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston 800.733.5469 | 27
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    A T TR A CT I O N S , R E C R E A T I O N & S H O P P I N G ANTIQUES & CRAFTS THE GALLERY DUDLEY FARMS PLAZA Products reflect the rich culture of Applebee’s, Arby’s, Burger King, Mattress West Virginia. Warehouse and Books-a-Million. CAPITOL FLEA MARKET 2062 Charleston Town Center Mall, Highway 119 and Green Road, Flea market with over 100 vendors and a Charleston South Charleston café. Booths offer antiques, jewelry, clothing, 304-342-4268 | www.thebestofwv.com produce, arts, crafts and more. 24 Meadowbrook Plz., Route 114, Charleston KANAWHA MALL 304-342-1626 | www.discoverourtown.com GALLERY ELEVEN Convenient one-level shopping with 40 stores Paintings, sculpture and artwork by and eateries, including Elder-Beerman and co-op artists and other crafts by West Virginia Gabriel Brothers. artisans. 163 Kanawha Mall, Charleston MILTON FLEA MARKET 1033 Quarrier St., Charleston 304-925-4921 | www.discoverourtown.com Open every Friday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 304-342-0083 | www.galleryeleven.com and every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. NC I-64, Exit 28, Milton THE SHOPS AT TRACE FORK 304-743-1123 HARTMAN STUDIO Marshall’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Target and Personal Studio of Elisabeth Hartman. Lowe’s, plus several other shops. Specializing in mixed-media and still-life Highway 119 (Corridor G), paintings. Open by appointment. South Charleston SOUTH CHARLESTON ANTIQUE MALL 107 Hale St., Charleston 18,000-square-foot mall with 78 dealers. 304-344-1169 Three floors with everything from primitives to postcards. SOUTHRIDGE CENTRE 617 D St., South Charleston Stores include Wal-Mart, Sam’s Wholesale 304-744-8975 ROGER LUCAS GALLERY Club, Fashion Bug and more. www.southcharlestonantiquemall.com More than 20 years in business. Highway 119 (Corridor G), 1031 Quarrier St., Charleston South Charleston 304-344-2787 | www.rogerlucasgallery.net WINTER FLORAL & ANTIQUES Large selection of fresh, tropical and silk flowers, high-style arrangements and funeral work. Antique furniture. CHARLESTON 120 W.Washington St., Charleston 888-342-1186 MALLS & MARKETS TOWN CENTER www.winterfloralandantiques.com MALL BRIDGE ROAD SHOPS Creative and distinctive shopping. Select items for home decorating, accessories, gifts and clothing. Bridge Road, Charleston 304-342-6972 GALLERIES ANNEX GALLERY AT TAYLOR BOOKS Contemporary art and crafts. CAPITOL MARKET, INC 226 Capitol St., Charleston A renovated freight station with a farmer's 304-342-1461 | www.taylorbooks.com market, indoor specialty shops and simple to gourmet food fare. Charleston Town Center Mall is a 800 Smith St., Charleston premier shopping and dining destination 304-344-1905 | www.capitolmarket.net featuring 130 specialty shops on three THE ART EMPORIUM levels. Located downtown, Charleston A unique and artistic atmosphere. Art gallery Town Center Mall is minutes from the in the upstairs mezzanine. interstate, Charleston Civic Center, 823 Quarrier St., Charleston CHARLESTON TOWN CENTER MALL Yeager Airport and 1,500 hotel rooms. 304-345-2787 | www.artemporium.net The region's premier shopping and dining destination. 130 specialty stores plus three department stores. Lee & Quarrier Streets, CALLEN MCJUNKIN GALLERY Downtown Charleston, Specializing in 20th-century and 304-345-9525 contemporary American art. By Quarrier & Lee Streets www.charlestontowncenter.com Downtown Charleston appointment only. The Loft at 219 Hale St., Charleston 304.345.9525 304-342-5647 | www.mcjunkingallery.com www.charlestontowncenter.com Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston 30 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    A T TR A CT I O N S , R E C R E A T I O N & S H O P P I N G SPECIALTY SHOPS HOLL’S SWISS CHOCOLATIER SHADES-N-TOWN AT THE CAPITOL MARKET The area’s biggest sunglasses dealer, locally Variety of dark, milk and white chocolates owned.T-shirts available. ADAMS FINE GIFTS & COLLECTIBLES that are free of preservatives and prepared 3000 Charleston Town Ctr., Ste. K11 Contemporary art and crafts. from authentic European chocolate-making Charleston 2077 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston traditions. 304-343-3506 304-345-7017 | www.adamsfinegifts.com 800 Smith St., Charleston 800-842-4512 | www.holls.com BABY PHASES SPORT MART SUPERSTORE One-stop shop for baby furniture, clothing Family-owned independent sporting IVOR’S ON LEE goods store. and accessories. Women’s apparel and jewelry. 1418 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., Charleston 3715 Maccorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston 819 Lee St., Charleston 304-744-1200 | www.wvsportmart.com 304-926-6050 | babyphases.com 304-342-5867 THE MOLE HOLE BLESSED XPRESS KELLEY’S MENS SHOP, INC. Largest selection of Vera Bradley items.Variety Restaurant delivery service. Men’s specialty clothing store carrying an of gifts and home décor. 3019 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston extensive selection of casual and elegant 35 R H L Blvd., Charleston 304-344-8787 menswear for any occasion, as well as 304-925-4060 accessories, ties, shoes, and more to complement the outfits. 108 Washington St.W., Charleston CABIN CREEK QUILTS 304-343-9415 THE PEANUT SHOPPE THROUGH MOUNTAIN ARTISANS Est. in 1950, family-owned. Imported and Patchwork products: Art quilts, purses, kitchen domestic nuts and a variety of candy. items and wall hangings. Sold online and at 126 Capitol St., Charleston Cornucopia. KID COUNTRY TOYS 304-342-9493 912 Bridge Rd., Charleston Largest selection of obsure or specialized toys 304-346-2160 | www.cabincreekquilts.com in the Tri-State area. Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston 908 Walnut Rd., Charleston THE PURPLE MOON 304-342-TOYS | www.kidcountrytoys.com Offering the best of vintage mid-century CHARLESTON DEPARTMENT STORE modern furnishings, accessories and art for Complete, full-service, name-brand, soft-goods your habitat. clothing, and sportswear company specializing 908 Quarrier St., Charleston in name brand Big & Tall sportswear. LAMP & SHADE STUDIO 304-345-1023 | www.thepurplemoon.com 1661 Washington St.W., Charleston Studio makes custom lamps, restores and 304-346-6793 | 866-349-7816 repairs lamps and has a varied selection www.charlestondeptstore.com of shades. 4836 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., THE SQUIRE TOBACCO UNLIMITED South Charleston Wide selection of cigars: Montecristo, Fuente, 304-766-6300 Romeo Y Julieta, Ashton and Cohiba. CHILLER’S GIFT SHOP 108 Capitol St., Charleston Specializes in collectible dolls and accessories. 304-345-0366 | www.thesquirewv.com Doll nursery/adoption center. Name brand dolls include Middleton, Adora, Ashton Drake LEE MIDDLETON ORIGINAL DOLLS and Precious Moments. Established in 1978, Middleton Doll creates 5308 MacCorkle Ave., South Charleston amazingly lifelike collectible dolls that are winners of numerous industry awards for THE YANKEE CANDLE COMPANY 304-720-GIFT | www.chillersgiftshopp.com The #1 most-recognized name in the candle quality and design. NC 1301 Washington Blvd., Route 618, business and the country's best selling candle Belpre, Ohio brand offering a wide range of seasonal and 800-233-7479 | www.leemiddleton.com specialty scented candles, home fragrance HOLL’S SWISS CHOCOLATIER products, car fresheners and candle Choose from an assortment of accessories. European-style fresh truffles and confections, 1093 Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston as well as coffee and fine wine that pair well 304-342-0017 | www.yankeecandle.com with chocolate. PAW PRINTS DOGGIE CAFÉ 1007 Bridge Rd., Charleston Handmade, all-natural dog treats. Premium 800-842-4512 | www.holls.com products are made with the finest restaurant grade ingredients, free of preservatives, dyes, chemicals or additives. Charleston Town Ctr., Charleston 304-344-4470 / 1-866-PAW-PRNT www.doggiecafe.com Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston 800.733.5469 | 31
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE D ININ G & NI GH T LIFE With 10 different styles of cuisine in the dining & nightlife guide, Charleston and the surrounding area offer a dining experience to satisfy any appetite. Looking for a place to unwind after dinner? Charleston offers a variety of hot spots. Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills 32 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE ASIAN KAIFU JAPANESE CUISINE CASUAL BLOSSOM DELI & SUSHI BAR 150 Court St., Charleston DINING 904 Quarrier St., Charleston 304-345-2233 ASIAN GRILL 304-344-0500 APPLEBEE’S www.blossomdeli.com 1110 Fledderjohn Rd., Reservations accepted. NEIGHBORHOOD Voted “Best in the Valley 2006.” Charleston 304-720-8880 LD GRILL & BAR Deli and soda fountain by day Lunch buffet. Dine in or take • 3 Dudley Farms Ln., and an elegant eatery with out. Free delivery on orders of South Charleston contemporary cuisine at night. $10 or more. MAIN KWONG CHINESE 304-744-2199 LD LD RESTAURANT • 202 Kanawha Mall, Charleston 407 Washington St. E., 304-925-6334 Charleston www.applebees.com BLUEGRASS KITCHEN CHINA BUFFET 304-342-8899 Applebee's has casual, family 600 Washington St. E., 158 Kanawha Mall, Charleston Delivery available. dining with dozens of menu Charleston 304-925-6689 LD choices. “Eatin’ Good in the 304-346-2871 Lunch and dinner buffet. Dine Neighborhood.” Carside to go. www.bluegrasswv.com in or take-out. L D KM Eclectic comfort food, organic, LD MAIN TIN natural, local. Lunch, brunch, 242 Seventh Ave., dinner, cocktails. Reservations ATHLETIC CLUB SPORTS recommended in the evening. South Charleston BAR & GRILL CHINA GARDEN 304-744-2900 L D R KM 160 Court Street, Charleston 300 Court St., Charleston Lunch and dinner buffet. Now 304-347-8700 304-343-1807 offering snow crab legs. Lunch and dinner buffet. Dine www.embassysuites.com LD Premier sports bar and grill.The BLUES BBQ in or take-out. menu offers value and variety. 1109 Jefferson Rd., LD L D KM South Charleston SAKKIO JAPAN 304-744-8335 Picnic Place, Charleston Town Hickory-smoked, pulled-pork CHINA GOURMET Ctr., Charleston ATRIUM CAFÉ BBQ with award-winning 34 R H L Blvd., 304-342-6688 600 Kanawha Blvd. E., sauces. South Charleston Hot, fresh, fast asian cuisine. Charleston LD 304-746-9990 304-344-4092 LD All you can eat Chinese and www.holidayinn.com American food. Mongolian American fare for breakfast and BLUE MOON CAFÉ Barbeque. lunch. Casual, family-friendly SUSHI ATLANTIC 714 Lee St. E., Charleston LD dining. Located on the first floor 422A Shrewsbury St., 304-346-7687 of the Holiday Inn. Casual dining, patio, deli food, Charleston B L KM 304-342-0021 catering. HIBACHI JAPANESE Reservations recommended L STEAKHOUSE during the weekend. THE BARGE RESTAURANT 48 R H L Blvd., South LD AND BAR & GRILL Charleston 1414 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., BOB EVANS RESTAURANT 304-746-5560 Charleston • 2809 Mountaineer Blvd., Table-side cooking and 304-744-2628 (BOAT) Southridge Centre, sushi bar. TASTE OF ASIA South Charleston Located behind Trojan Landing LD 236 - 7th Ave., Marine. Sandwiches, appetizers 304-744-6555 South Charleston • 101 Alex Ln., Charleston and wings at bar & grill, plus 304-744-8933 304-925-2223 fine dining in restaurant Catering and free delivery. upstairs. Outdoor dining • 4001 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., ICHIBAN 103 Capitol St., Charleston Japanese, Chinese and Thai available. South Charleston 304-720-7874 cuisine. Full-service bar LD 304-744-5040 Pan-Asian cuisine. Private available. www.bobevans.com room available for parties. LD At Bob Evans, the trademark is Reservations recommended BENNIGAN’S quality home-style food served for parties of 8 or more. 1119 Charleston Town Ctr., with friendly service at a D Charleston reasonable price. WOK & ROLL INC. 200 Patrick St. # B, Charleston 304-343-4281 B L D KM 304-344-8861 www.bennigans.com Delivery available. Located across from Charleston Civic Center. American, family- LD friendly dining. Great selection of food and drink items. L D KM South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston B Breakfast L Lunch R Brunch D Dinner KM Kids Menu 800.733.5469 | 33
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE BRIDGE ROAD BISTRO DELISH EXPRESS FIRST TURN RESTAURANT HOOTERS 915 Bridge Road, Charleston 1599 1/2 Washington St. E., #1 Greyhound Dr., Tri-State 5615 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., 304-720-3500 Charleston Racetrack & Gaming Casino, Charleston Fine dining in a casual 304-342-8889 Cross Lanes 304-926-8888 atmosphere. Wraps, sandwiches and salads. 304-776-1000 www.hooters.com LD LD www.tristateracetrack.com Offering a wide variety of When in the mood for sandwiches, hamburgers, American cuisine coupled with seafood and their nearly world fast track entertainment, dine at famous wings. CILANTRO’S DWIGHT’S RESTAURANT 513 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., the First Turn Restaurant. L D KM 110 McFarland St., Charleston NC L D KM 304-346-4177 St. Albans Serving Tex-Mex fast food with 304-722-1745 a gourmet twist. Specializing in Located 10 miles west of HUCK FINN’S homemade sauces and salsas. Charleston. Family-owned. FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT & BAR Vegetarian friendly. Home cooking with handmade 164 Summers St., Charleston 40 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar desserts and friendly service. 304-343-3447 304-766-8007 LD Daily specials. www.firstwatch.com Seasonal, outdoor restaurant NC B L D KM Breakfast, brunch and lunch. serving home cooking with a Smoke-free, attractive environ- Cajun twist. CHILI’S GRILL & BAR ment with prompt service. NC L D 101 Charleston Town Ctr., B L R KM Charleston FAMOUS DAVE’S 304-346-7275 2509 Mountaineer Blvd., South Charleston INTERNATIONAL HOUSE www.chilis.com OF PANCAKES Whether you're hungry or 304-746-3283 GRIFF’S www.famousdaves.com 17 River Walk Mall, • 6308 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., just want to stop for a drink, Charleston 304-925-4467 you’ll find plenty of options. Ribs, chopped pork and South Charleston Texas-style beef brisket. 304-744-0094 • 46 R H L Blvd., South Starters, burgers, desserts and Charleston 304-746-0070 margaritas. L D KM Enjoy dinner and drinks inside or outside on the deck www.ihop.com L D KM Offering a variety of selections overlooking the Kanawha River. for breakfast, lunch and dinner, FARM TABLE FAMILY LD from pancakes and egg CHRIS’ HOT DOGS RESTAURANT breakfasts to burgers, chicken 207 W. Washington St., 419 D St., South Charleston and steak. Charleston 304-744-3850 THE GRILL B L D KM 304-343-3452 Try the homemade steak with 117 W. Washington St., Popular hot dogs with chili and gravy, chicken and dumplings, Charleston other toppings, plus burgers roast beef or chicken livers. 304-342-9210 Finish with blackberry cobbler Diner with burgers, buffalo LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE and grilled cheese. 201 R H L Blvd., Charleston or pie. wings, homemade soups and L 304-744-4833 B L D KM daily blue plate special. www.logansroadhouse.com LD Steak and potatoes. THE COLD SPOT L D KM • 4005 W. Washington Street, FAT BOB’S ROADHOUSE HALF TIME SPORTS BAR Charleston 4924 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., AND GRILL 304-343-9464 (WING) South Charleston Charleston Town Center, • 710 Cross Lanes Dr., Nitro 304-768-1600 304-341-0190 LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE 304-204-9464 (WING) Located in the Harley Davidson www.halftimerocks.com & SALOON Famous for chicken wings, gyros building. Burgers, hot dogs, hot Casual sports bar and grill 6515 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., and Greek salads. Also offers sandwiches, soup, and salad. featuring all your favorites for Charleston trivia entertainment. Daily and monthly specials. lunch and dinner. 304-926-8459 LD www.lonestarsteakhouse.com NC L D L KM A mid-priced, full-service, casual dining restaurant that serves HARDING’S FAMILY CRACKER BARREL mesquite-grilled steaks, ribs, FIFTH QUARTER RESTAURANT RESTAURANT chicken, fish and more. RESTAURANT 2772 Pennsylvania Ave., Exit 1, 5720 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., L D KM 201 Clendenin St., Charleston I-79, Mink Shoals, Charleston Charleston 304-345-3933 304-344-5044 304-925-6004 Traditional neighborhood www.hardingsfamilyrestaurant.com www.crackerbarrel.com steakhouse featuring prime rib, Home-style cooking in a family Offering wholesome, hand-cut steaks, chicken and atmosphere. Breakfast served all home-style meals made with seafood. day. Gift shop. Bus parking. quality ingredients prepared Credit cards accepted. L D KM from scratch all day long. NC B L D KM B L D KM Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills 34 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE LONGHORN QUAKER STEAK & LUBE TGI FRIDAY’S COFFEE/TEA STEAKHOUSE 2931 Mountaineer Blvd., 87 R H L Blvd., 91 R H L Blvd., South South Charleston South Charleston BEAU-TEA-FULL Charleston 304-746-9401 304-746-1170 MOMENTS TEA ROOM 304-744-4112 www.quakersteakandlube.com www.tgifridays.com 600 D Street, South Charleston www.lonestarsteakhouse.com Hot wings, burgers, steaks Menu has a full selection of 304-744-3855 Legendary steaks. and ribs. American and ethnic foods. Full Tea room, catering, walk-in L D KM L D KM bar. Children under 12 eat free lunch, kids' room. Mon. - Tues. Call ahead seating. L KM L D KM MAYBERRY’S OLD POWER ALLEY GRILL FASHIONED ICE CREAM & 601 Morris St., Charleston CAPITOL ROASTERS CAFÉ SANDWICHES TRICKY FISH 304-720-7640 • Corner of Quarrier & 1010 6th Ave., Saint Albans 1611 Washington St. E., Gourmet sports bar & grill Summers Streets, Charleston 304-722-2660 Charleston located at Appalachian Power 304-720-7375 Ice cream and sandwiches. 304-344-FISH Park. Outdoor dining available. Panini sandwiches/wraps, NC L D www.trickyfish.net L D KM breakfast wraps, pastries and Specializes in all-natural, organic gourmet desserts made fresh hot dogs, vegetarian hot dogs, daily. Fresh roasted coffee, MURADS’ 35TH STREET fried fish and oyster po’ boys, SAM’S UPTOWN CAFÉ espresso and tea. 200 - 35th St. S.E., Charleston hush puppies, and pulled pork & BAR • At the Capitol Market, 800 304-925-7614 barbeque. 28 Capitol St., Charleston Smith St., Charleston 40 TVs available for viewing L D KM 304-346-6222 304-344-4900 every NFL game every Sunday. Good food, good beer and Fresh-roasted coffees, espresso L D KM good times. and teas. Panini sandwiches TOMAHAWKS LD and wraps, baked treats and SMOKEHOUSE & SALOON specialty candies made 5930 MacCorkle Ave., O’CHARLEY’S fresh daily. St. Albans 70 R H L Blvd., South BLD SHONEY’S RESTAURANT 304-201-2070 Charleston • 116 Kanawha Blvd. E., Wings, steaks and seafood. 304-746-0920 Charleston 304-346-9437 Catering and banquet rooms www.ocharleys.com • 10th Street and Dunbar available. ELLEN’S HOMEMADE Hand-cut and aged beef steaks, Avenue, Dunbar NC L D ICE CREAM a variety of seafood and chick- 304-768-4691 225 Capitol St., Charleston en entrees, freshly baked yeast • 510 MacCorkle Ave., St. 304-343-6488 rolls, fresh salads. Albans 304-722-3331 Homemade ice cream VANDALIA GRILLE L D KM A wide selection of chicken, produced on site. 14 flavors of 212 Hale St., Charleston steaks, seafood, burgers and ice cream, gelato, sorbet and 304-343-4110 sandwiches, as well as a sherbet. Malts, milkshakes, cones Drinks, tapas, pizzas, sandwiches breakfast buffet. and sundaes. OLIVE GARDEN and salads. NC B L D KM L 111 Cross Terrace Blvd., LD South Charleston 304-746-3944 www.olivegarden.com THE SMOKEHOUSE WHITEWATER GRILLE STARBUCKS Italian food and hospitality in a 1549 Washington St. W., 200 Lee St. E., Charleston 3452 Charleston Town Ctr., casual setting. Charleston 304-345-6500 Charleston L D KM 304-345-2966 www.whitewatergrille.com 304-346-1634 Open Mon. - Sat. 7 - 7:30; Private dining room available. www.starbucks.com Sun. 9 - 4. Dining room seating, Lunch and breakfast buffet World-famous coffee in the bar seating and carry-out. available during the week. Large heart of the Charleston Town OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE menu, from bar food to steak Center Mall. 1062 Charleston Town Ctr., BLD and seafood. BLD Charleston 304-345-0440 B L R D KM www.outback.com TEXAS STEAKHOUSE Call-ahead seating available. TAYLOR BOOKS • 2815 Mountaineer Blvd., Serving the freshest food WREN’S NEST 226 Capitol St., Charleston Southridge Centre, possible, using only the RESTAURANT 304-342-1461 South Charleston highest-quality ingredients. Coal River Road, St. Albans www.taylorbooks.com 304-744-1255 LD 304-727-3224 An independent bookstore, • 103 Alex Ln., Charleston Bringing the taste of West café and art gallery. Gourmet 304-925-7258 Virginia to your dining coffee and homemade food www.texassteakhouse.com experience. American cuisine. items available. Live music every Flame-grilled steaks. Family friendly. Casual. Friday and Saturday. L D KM NC L D KM BLD South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston B Breakfast L Lunch R Brunch D Dinner KM Kids Menu 800.733.5469 | 35
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE DELI & BAKERY GRAM’S SPECIALTIES BY JIMMY JOHN’S GOURMET PENN STATION EAST DOROTHY LEE SANDWICHES COAST SUBS 3624 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., 32 Capitol St, Charleston • 4002 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., AUNT B’S PIES & CAKES Charleston 304-720-3000 Charleston AND MR.WILSON'S CAFÉ 304-925-7743 www.jimmyjohns.com 304-720-7366 (PENN) 710 Lee St. E., Charleston Homemade pies, brownies and Gourmet sandwiches fast. • 2478 Mountaineer Blvd., 304-342-8384 other desserts. “A true West Catering available. South Charleston Sandwiches, hot lunches and baked goods. Virginia experience.” LD 304-343-7366 (PENN) www.penn-station.com BLD Features an array of grilled NEIGHBORHOOD East Coast Style submarine SANDWICH SHOP sandwiches, fresh-cut fries and HEAVENLY HAM CHARLESTON BREAD 423 Virginia St. W., Charleston hand-squeezed lemonade. 2834 Mountaineer Blvd., 601 Capitol St., Charleston 304-342-2945 Sandwiches are Southridge Centre, South 304-720-3022 Great subs and salads. Hot dogs prepared fresh. Charleston Variety of fresh breads available and barbecue. Pizzas and L D KM 304-746-3900 for take-out. sandwiches. Delivery, carry-out, www.heavenlyham.com “You deserve great-tasting dine in. food with Heavenly Ham and BLD SABATINO BROTHERS Turkey.” Offering sandwiches, SANDWICH & SALAD DONUT CONNECTION home-style sides and COMPANY • 117 Spring Street, Charleston delicious desserts. 308 Southridge Blvd., PANERA BREAD 304-342-6588 LD South Charleston 2830 Mountaineer Blvd., • 3509 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., 304-746-7827 South Charleston Charleston 304-925-4261 Full breakfast, sandwiches, steak 304-746-4090 Handmade donuts. Featuring 40 subs and salads. www.panerabread.com flavors of donuts and 10 flavors BLD Sandwiches, soups, salads and of muffins. Bagels, cinnamon pastries. rolls, fritters, cookies and more. B L D KM BLD CAPITOL ROASTERS CAFÉ & ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is the number one destination of chocolate lovers everywhere. Visit our location and you will discover a fantastic variety of yummy chocolates and confections to satisfy cravings of even the most ardent chocoholic! And don’t miss out on our famous caramel apples! Premier Coffeehouse and Eatery Offering Coffee, Espresso, Smoothies and Frozen Drinks, Select Wine and Beer, Casual Café Cuisine, Gourmet Desserts, Wireless Internet, and Live Music. Capitol Roasters provides a warm, inviting atmosphere…and something for everyone! Corner of Quarrier & Summers Streets Charleston | 304-720-7375 Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills 36 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE THE SHAPE SHOP CHARLESTON TOWN SAM’S HOTDOG STAND FINE DINING 1801 Fourth Ave., Patrick Street CENTER MALL FOOD 211 Hale Street, Charleston Plaza, Charleston COURT www.samshotdogs.com AUBREY’S YORKSHIRE PUB 304-346-5328 3000 Charleston Town Ctr., Hot dogs and barbeque & EATERY Promoting a great eating Charleston sandwiches. 601 6th Ave., Ste. 102, experience with the benefit of 304-342-8384 L Saint Albans healthy choices. www.charlestontowncenter.com 304-727-7782 Featuring the Best of Crete, Fine dining with beef, chicken, Chick-Fil-A, China Max, SBARRO seafood and pasta. Extensive Graziano's Pizza, Steak Escape, Picnic Place, Charleston Town wine selection and fully-stocked SPRING HILL Subway and Taco Bell. Ctr., Charleston bar. Reservations PASTRY SHOP B L D KM 304-342-9847 recommended. 600 Chestnut St., www.sbarro.com NC D South Charleston Hand-tossed pizza, authentic 304-768-7397 Italian pasta, crisp salads and Fresh-made doughnuts, pastries DAIRY QUEEN freshly baked desserts. THE CHOP HOUSE and other treats. Open Tues. - 2064 Charleston Town Ctr., LD 1003 Charleston Town Ctr., Sat. Charleston Charleston 304-345-4555 304-344-3954 www.dairyqueen.com SUZI’S HAMBURGERS www.thechophouserestaurant.com Great tasting food and • 2911 7th Ave., Charleston Elegant, white tablecloth dining. SUB SHOP tempting treats. 304-744-0478 Prime beef and fresh seafood. 807 Quarrier St., Charleston L D KM • 239 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., Everything is made from 304-345-6700 South Charleston scratch. Soups, salads and sandwiches. 304-744-3111 D BL Family-friendly and affordable. INTA JUICE LD 162 Summers St., Charleston THE FRENCH QUARTER SUBWAY 304-720-5388 LOUNGE • 166 Summers St. # A, www.intajuice.com #1 Greyhound Dr. ,Tri-State TUDOR’S BISCUIT WORLD Charleston Smoothies and juices that are Racetrack & Gaming Casino, 1506 Washington St. E., 304-346-8186 your source for fast, delicious, Cross Lanes Charleston • Picnic Place, Charleston Town health-conscious nourishment. 304-776-1000 304-346-2008 Ctr., Charleston L D KM www.tristateracetrack.com www.tudorsbiscuits.com www.subway.com Steakhouse cuisine and upscale Famous for their breakfasts with The world’s largest submarine dining in a casual atmosphere homemade baking powder sandwich franchise. LONG JOHN SILVER’S biscuits. Lunch and dinner offer NC D LD SEAFOOD SHOPPE plated entrees. Specials daily. 6 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston B L KM 304-342-3893 LAURY’S www.longjohnsilvers.com 350 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., WHEELHOUSE Quick-service seafood and Charleston 906 Walnut Rd., Charleston WENDY’S OLD chicken. 304-343-0055 304-720-2477 FASHIONED L D KM Located downtown in the old Fresh, handmade deli HAMBURGERS sandwiches in a riverboat- • 121 Virginia St. E., Charleston C & O Railroad Depot, this themed atmosphere. 304-342-0662 continental restaurant has L SALAD CREATIONS • 1617 Washington St E., welcomed diners since 1979. Picnic Place, Charleston Town Charleston 304-346-9130 Reservations suggested. Ctr., Charleston • 621 Washington St., D 342-SALAD (7252) Charleston www.saladcreations.net 304-343-9175 Crisp lettuce, garden fresh www.wendys.com WELLINGTON’S OF FAST FOOD vegetables, and an incredible Hamburgers and sandwiches. SCARLET OAKS selection of salad dressings B L D KM 1 Dairy Rd., Poca CAPTAIN D’S SEAFOOD make a unique "create your 304-755-8219 114 Kanawha Blvd. E., own" salad experience. www.wellingtonswv.com Charleston LD Continental French cuisine. 304-342-5956 Menus are seasonal using the www.captainds.com freshest ingredients. “Every “Great seafood at reasonable meal is a masterpiece of taste.” prices.” NC L D KM LD South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston B Breakfast L Lunch R Brunch D Dinner KM Kids Menu 800.733.5469 | 37
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE INTERNATIONAL CAFÉ DE PARIS COZUMEL MEXICAN LOS AGAVES MEXICAN 201 Capitol St., Charleston RESTAURANT RESTAURANT 304-347-2233 1120 Fledderjohn Rd., 508 3rd Ave., South Charleston ALADDIN RESTAURANT French cuisine. “Where the Charleston 304-720-1567 3024 Chesterfield Ave., food is elegant, but the dress is 304-342-0113 “A little taste of Mexico in Charleston casual.” Reservations requested. Join the restaurant's fiesta South Charleston, WV.” 304-345-0052 LD atmosphere near Kroger Plaza. Authentic Mexican cuisine. Middle-Eastern and American Lunch and dinner specials. Dine-in or Take out. Full bar. cuisine. Banquet rooms Happy Hour is Sun. - Thurs. 2 LD available. p.m. - 7 p.m. LD CASA GARCIA MEXICAN L D KM RESTAURANT 19 Riverwalk Mall, RIO GRANDE South Charleston 160 Court St., Charleston BEST OF CRETE LA CARRETA MEXICAN 304-342-0113 304-344-8616 3029 Charleston Town Ctr., RESTAURANT Authentic Mexican favorites Authentic Mexican food in the Charleston 5703 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., and specialties. Dine in, carry heart of downtown. Open for 304-343-3292 Charleston out or delivery. lunch and dinner. Greek cuisine. Rated one of the 304-925-4590 LD LD top 10 restaurants in West www.lacarretamexicanrestaurant.com Virginia. Located in the Food Enjoy a 99-cent drink.True Court of the Charleston Town authentic Mexican flair. Daily Center Mall. CHESTERFIELD HOUSE SAHARA RESTAURANT lunch specials. LD 3112 Chesterfield Ave. S.E., 189 Summers St., Charleston LD Charleston 304-346-9800 304-345-5071 Italian, American and Middle Fine Thai cuisine. 24-hour notice Eastern dining. for large groups. LD D THE CHOP HOUSE & BRIDGE ROAD TIDEWATER GRILL BISTRO Experience Authentic Cuisine and Ambiance Pick your dining pleasure in Charleston at the Charleston Town Center! RESERVATIONS: 1-888-456-DINE www.msventures.com Charleston’s premier restaurant and bar Open daily lunch and dinner Conveniently located just minutes from Downtown! Live entertainment Wednesday and Saturday evenings 915 Bridge Road Charleston, WV 25314 1-888-456-DINE 304-720-3500 www.msventures.com TheBridgeRoadBistro.com Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills 38 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    D ININ G& NI GH T LIFE SITAR OF INDIA BELLACINO’S PIZZA & LOLA’S PIZZA TIDEWATER GRILL RESTAURANT GRINDERS 1038 Bridge Rd., Charleston 1060 Charleston Town Ctr., 702 Lee St. E., Charleston 218 Capitol St., Charleston 304-343-5652 Charleston 304-346-3745 304-343-0911 Imaginative pizza and salads in 304-345-2620 www.sitarofindia.com www.bellacinos.com an inviting atmosphere. www.msventures.com Authentic Indian cuisine in a Pizza and oven baked subs. D Fresh seafood and steaks in a downtown location. White L D KM tablecloth dining. Reservations relaxed atmosphere. Located in recommended. MAMA ROSA’S PIZZERIA the Charleston Town Center CHUCK E. CHEESE’S 519 Washington St. W., Mall. Outdoor dining available. LD 2846 Mountaineer Blvd., Charleston L D KM South Charleston 304-347-2020 304-744-6900 www.mamarosaspizzeria.com www.chuckecheese.com Authentic homemade food, Pizza, sandwiches and games. fresh ingredients, relaxed ITALIAN L D KM atmosphere. Easily accessible from downtown; ample parking. NIGHTLIFE L D KM JOE FAZIO’S GINO’S PIZZA & BAR 101 1008 Bullitt St., Charleston SPAGHETTI 101 Capitol St., Charleston 304-344-3071 1500 Washington St. E., 304-346-1101 Treat yourself to Italian Charleston SINBAD’S PIZZA Happy hour plus Work Release specialties at one of 304-346-0561 5006 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Wednesdays for women. Charleston's oldest and most www.ginospizza.com Charleston beloved Italian restaurants. A casual, family-friendly Italian 304-926-6002 D restaurant. Appetizers, salads, Locally owned pizza shop with sandwiches and all the Italian a variety of interesting toppings. favorites: pizza, spaghetti COMEDY ZONE and lasagna. Ramada Plaza Hotel, 400 LEONORO’S RESTAURANT Second Ave. and B Street, 1507 Washington St. E., LD South Charleston Charleston 304-744-9696 304-343-1851 Stand-up comedy featuring the GIOVANNI’S PIZZA SEAFOOD Family owned and operated nation's funniest comedians. • 118 Spring St., Charleston since 1915. Fourth generation Full menu, beverages, overnight 304-345-2525 of the family currently serving FRESH SEAFOOD CO. package available. • 4524 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., “the best Italian food in MARKET & RESTAURANT South Charleston the area.” • 800 Smith St., Charleston 304-766-0700 L D KM 304-343-3134 Pizza, pasta, sandwiches and www.capitolmarket.net salads. Casual, family dining. THE EMPTY GLASS CAFÉ • 6230 MacCorkle Ave., Take out. 410 Elizabeth St., Charleston SOHO’S ITALIAN St. Albans 304-768-9728 L D KM 304-345-9893 RESTAURANT Seafood restaurant and market. 800 Smith St., Charleston Eat in or purchase fresh 304-720-7646 GRAZIANO’S seafood to prepare at home. www.capitolmarket.net 243 Capitol St., Charleston Dine indoors or on the patio. Soho's menu offers unique and 304-342-8554 NC L D KM IMPULSE tantalizing Italian cuisine. Bar Authentic New York style pizza 205 Capitol St., Charleston service and wine list. and more delicious Italian food 304-342-9614 Reservations recommended. items to choose from. RED LOBSTER Dance club with talented DJ Outdoor dining available. Family-friendly, casual dining. 101 Cross Terrace Blvd., and flair bartender. 21 and over. L D KM LD South Charleston 304-746-0744 HUSSON’S PIZZA www.redlobster.com AND SUBS Featuring a variety of seafood THE VAULT • 301 - 36th St. S.E., Charleston dishes to tantalize your 229 Hale St., Charleston PIZZA 304-925-0382 taste buds. 304-346-1010 • 611 Ohio Ave., Charleston L D KM www.thevaultwv.com THE ANCHOR 304-345-7717 A luxury lounge in the heart of 3315 Kanawha Blvd. E., • 1008 Bridge Rd., Charleston downtown. Charleston 304-342-2388 304-925-9902 www.hussonspizza.com Pizza, wings and sandwiches. A Charleston restaurant LD featuring pizza, submarine sandwiches and salads. LD South Ridge West Side NC Near Charleston B Breakfast L Lunch R Brunch D Dinner KM Kids Menu 800.733.5469 | 39
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    A CCO MMO D AT I O NS A CCO MM O D AT I O NS With more than 30 hotels and 4,000 sleeping rooms in the accommodations guide, Charleston and the surrounding area offer a wide variety of lodging options to fit any budget from upscale full service, extended stay and economy. Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills 40 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    A CCO MMO D AT I O NS ACILITIES AVERAGE RATES NO. OF UNITS RESTAURANT MEETING F AD PAGE CABINS/BED & BREAKFASTS BRASS PINEAPPLE BED & BREAKFAST 1907 Victorian home with seven elegantly furnished bedrooms with private baths.Wireless Internet.Will meet special dietary needs. 7 • $$$ 1611 Virginia St. E., Charleston | 866-344-0748 | www.brasspineapple.com CABINS ON THE GORGE Well-appointed 1 - 3 bedroom cabin rentals. All units feature a hot tub. Adventure resort facilities with two seasonal restaurants. 8 • • $$$ NC Ames Heights Rd., Lansing | 800-252-7784 | www.cabinsonthegorge.com COUNTRY ROAD CABINS AAA triple diamond rated 1 - 4 bedroom log home cabin rentals. Fully-equipped with hot tub & fireplace. Located in New River Gorge area. 19 $$$$ NC US Rt. 19 and Rt. 60, Hico | 888-712-2246 | wvcabins.com HOTELS/MOTELS/RESORTS BEST WESTERN CHARLESTON PLAZA HOTEL Downtown location within walking distance of CAMC Hospital, Charleston Civic Center and Charleston Town Center Mall. 160 $$ 41 1010 Washington St. E., Charleston | 304-345-9779 | www.charlestonplazahotel.com BEST WESTERN FAIRFIELD INN CHARLESTON PLAZA HOTEL BY MARRIOTT The Newest Renovated Hotel in Charleston We offer comfortable accommodations, friendly service and great amenities which include a complimentary Deluxe Hot Breakfast every morning, Complimentary High Speed Internet Service, Fitness Room, Meeting Space, Business Center, Outdoor Pool and all rooms include a Fridge, Coffee Maker & more. “Where you’ll find Unexpected We are conveniently located by the cultural Clay Comforts on the Road with Exceptional Center. We can accommodate large groups and Hospitality.” Newly renovated Hotel in offer airport shuttle services as well. We’ll make downtown Charleston offering Deluxe sure you have a Wonderful Experience! Continental Breakfast, complimentary HSIA, Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub, Fitness Room, Pay-per-view Movies & More. 1000 Washington St E. 1010 Washington St. E. | Charleston Charleston, WV 25301 (304) 345-9779 | 800-780-7234 (304) 343-4661 www.charlestonplazahotel.com www.charlestonwvhotel.com South Ridge West Side Airport Shuttle Service Handicap Access Pet Friendly Pool 800.733.5469 | 41
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    A CCO MMO D AT I O NS ACILITIES AVERAGE RATES NO. OF UNITS RESTAURANT MEETING F AD PAGE BUDGET HOST INN At-door parking. Cable TV with VCRs in all rooms. Direct-dial phones with data ports. Restaurant nearby. No pets.Truck parking. 26 • $$ 3313 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston | 304-925-2592 | www.budgethost.com CHARLESTON HOUSE HOLIDAY INN Charleston’s only riverfront hotel, located in the business district, welcomes you with comfort, convenience and luxury. 256 • • $$ 600 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston | 800-HOLIDAY | www.holiday-inn.com/crw-kanawha CHARLESTON MARRIOTT TOWN CENTER Convenient access to Interstates 64, 77, and 79. Located downtown across from the Charleston Town Center Mall and Civic Center. 352 • • $$$ 44 200 Lee St. E., Charleston | 304-345-6500 | www.charlestonmarriott.com COMFORT INN WEST CHARLESTON Closest hotel to Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming Center. Deluxe Continental breakfast, business computer center and Lazy Dog Saloon. 142 • • $$$ 42 NC 102 Racer Dr., Cross Lanes | 800-798-7886 | www.comfort-inn.com COMFORT SUITES Located at Exit 95 off I-64 and I-77. Full hot breakfast buffet. Free parking. Indoor pool and hot tub. Exercise facility.Wireless internet. 67 $$ 107 Alex Ln., Charleston | 800-424-6423 | www.comfortsuites.com/hotel/wv079 CHARLESTON MARRIOTT TOWN CENTER Get Centered Stay in the heart of downtown Charleston and enjoy easy access to everywhere you want to be. Shop at the Charleston Town Center Mall, play golf nearby, go whitewater rafting, try your luck at the Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center Casino, or visit your kids at the University of Charleston. Then come back and relax in your ultra-comfortable room, work out in the health club, go for a swim in the pool, and dine at the Whitewater Grille. We even offer a complimentary airport shuttle to make your Charleston vacation more convenient than ever! 200 Lee Street East, Charleston, 25301 Phone 304.345.6500, CharlestonMarriott.com Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills 44 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    A CCO MMO D AT I O NS ACILITIES AVERAGE RATES NO. OF UNITS RESTAURANT MEETING F AD PAGE COUNTRY INN & SUITES Located at Exit 95 off I-64 and I-77. Offering wireless Internet, full hot breakfast, free parking, indoor heated pool and hot tub. 64 • $$$ 107 Alex Ln., Charleston | 800-456-4000 | www.countryinns.com/charlestonwv_south COUNTRY INN & SUITES Provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere sure to please business and leisure travelers alike. 90 • $$ 101 Crossings Shopping Center, Elkview | 800-456-4000 | www.countryinns.com DAYS INN Two doubles, smoking, hairdryer, HBO. Great value at a great price. 147 • $$ 6400 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 800-304-3809 | www.daysinn.com DUNBAR SUPER 8 MOTEL Conveniently located off I-64 at Exit 53.Wireless Internet. Continental breakfast. Guest laundry. 62 $$ NC 911 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar | 304-768-6888 | www.super8.com EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL This full-service, upscale, all-suite hotel is across the street from the Charleston Town Center Mall and one block from the Civic Center. 252 • • $$$ 43 300 Court St., Charleston | 304-347-8700/800-EMBASSY | www.embassysuitescharlestonwv.com HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CIVIC NEED MORE INFORMATION? CENTER Do you need to know if a hotel has free high-speed Internet, free parking or a fitness center? Or maybe you just want to check out what the rooms look like? Go to our website, www.charlestonwv.com and click on the accommodations button under the visitors center tab to search our database of area hotels. You can view pictures of the facilities, see what amenities they offer and even see how close the property is to downtown or Yeager Airport. Once you have decided on a hotel, you can click the “book it” button to be directly linked to the hotel’s website where you can The perfect choice for business or pleasure easily book your stay. with a new level of affordable comfort. Our amenities include free high-speed internet Don’t forget to come back to our website before access, complimentary hot breakfast buffet including the world's best cinnamon rolls, free your stay to print maps, find great spots close to parking, and an on-site fitness center. Come your hotel to eat and shop and check the calendar stay with us, at a place you can call home. to see what exciting events are taking place during your stay. Need some additional guidance once you have ® arrived in Charleston? Stop by our office in the Charleston Civic Center to pick up brochures 100 Civic Center Dr., Charleston, WV and talk to a member of our staff about 304-345-0600 everything that Charleston has to offer. www.hiexpress.com/crw-civicctr South Ridge West Side Airport Shuttle Service Handicap Access Pet Friendly Pool 800.733.5469 | 45
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    A CCO MMO D AT I O NS ACILITIES AVERAGE RATES NO. OF UNITS RESTAURANT MEETING F AD PAGE FAIRFIELD INN BY MARRIOTT Spacious guest rooms with a well-lit work desk, two phones and data ports at a superior value. Free Continental breakfast. 136 $$ 41 1000 Washington St. E., Charleston | 800-228-2800 | www.fairfieldinn.com HAMPTON INN DOWNTOWN CIVIC CENTER Free high-speed wireless, complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, 24-hour business center. Free shuttle. 111 • $$$ 1 Virginia St.W., Charleston | 304-343-9300/800-426-7866 | www.hamptoninn.com HAMPTON INN SOUTHRIDGE Hampton Inn brings you the comforts of home and the service of trained hotel staff. Complimentary breakfasts and snacks. 139 • $$$ 1 Preferred Pl., Charleston | 304-746-4646 | www.hamptoncharleston.com HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CIVIC CENTER Located at the junctures of I-79, I-77 and I-64. Free parking and free breakfast. High-speed wireless Internet. 195 • $$$ 45 100 Civic Center Dr., Charleston | 304-345-0600 | www.hiexpress.com/crw-civicctr HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES Located between two shopping plazas and surrounded by 30 wonderful restaurants. 84 • $$$ 95 R H L Blvd., South Charleston | www.hiexpress.com/southridgewv SLEEP INN CHARLESTON & SLEEP INN CROSS LANES Two Great Locations in the Charleston Area Choose Sleep Inn for our hot breakfast, high-speed Internet access, clean rooms and great service. All rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer, coffeemaker and iron/ironing boards. Fitness center, guest laundry, lobby computer with Internet access and meeting room available. Plenty of free parking and nearby restaurants. I-79 Exit 1 I-64 Exit 47 Charleston Cross Lanes 304.345.5111 304.776.7711 800.216.0661 800.799.9964 www.sleepinn.com Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston South Hills 46 | www.charlestonwv.com
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    A CCO MMO D AT I O NS ACILITIES AVERAGE RATES NO. OF UNITS RESTAURANT MEETING F AD PAGE IVY TERRACE MOTEL Motel has coin-operated laundry on site. 31 $ 5311 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-925-4736 KNIGHTS INN, CHARLESTON - EAST All rooms on ground level with high-speed Internet. Parking by rooms. Restaurant next door. 123 $$ 6401 MacCorkle Ave. S.E.., Charleston | 304-925-0451 | www.knightsinn.com MEDICAL CENTER INN Across the street from CAMC Memorial Hospital. 50 $$ 3103 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-344-2461 | www.knightsinn.com MICROTEL INN Offering free local, long distance and high-speed wireless Internet in all rooms. Call for rates. 84 $$ 600 Second Ave., South Charleston | 800-771-7171 | www.microtelinn.com MOTEL 6 CHARLESTON EAST Pet friendly, cable TV and free coffee in lobby. “We strive for 5” on guest satisfaction survey. 103 $ 6311 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-925-0471 | www.motel6.com MOTEL 6 WEST - CROSS LANES On-site guest laundry, vending and snack machines. Parking by your room. Call for rates. 111 $ NC 330 Goff Mountain Rd., Cross Lanes | 800-466-8356 | www.motel6.com PARSLEY MOTOR INN Wireless Internet, one-and-two bedroom efficiencies available. Over 100 channels with HBO and HBO On Demand. 55 $$ 1607 Bigley Ave., Charleston | 800-345-3507 | www.parsleymotorinn.com RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL The ideal setting for banquets, luncheons, meetings, wedding receptions, seminars and conventions. 168 • • $$ 400 Second Ave., South Charleston | 304-744-4641 | www.ramadacharleston.com RED ROOF INN - KANAWHA CITY Your satisfaction is guaranteed. Free expanded cable; kids under 18 stay free. 108 $ 6305 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston | 304-925-6953 | www.redroof.com RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT Rates range from $79 to $134 per night. Free hot breakfast buffet daily. Complimentary evening social Mon. - Thurs. 108 • $$$ Northgate Business Park, 200 Hotel Cir., Charleston | 304-345-4200 | www.marriott.com/crwri SLEEP INN Easy access to I-79, I-77 and I-64. Deluxe Continental breakfast, wireless Internet, guest laundry. 81 • • $$ 46 2772 Pennsylvania Ave., Charleston | 304-345-5111 | www.sleepinn.com SLEEP INN AND SUITES Thirty newly added suites, indoor pool, hot tub. Complimentary hot breakfast.Wireless Internet. 119 $$ 46 NC 15 Goff Crossing Dr., Cross Lanes | 800-799-9946 | www.sleepinn.com TRAVELODGE Located minutes from Charleston, with convenient access to interstate. Free Continental breakfast, wireless Internet. 132 • $$ NC 1007 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar | 304-768-1000 | www.travelodge.com WINGATE BY WYNDHAM Wingate offers all the convenience and luxury you would expect from an expensive hotel, but at an economical price. 94 • $$ 402 Second Ave., South Charleston | 800-228-1000 | www.wingatecharleston.com South Ridge West Side Airport Shuttle Service Handicap Access Pet Friendly Pool 800.733.5469 | 47
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    V I SI TO R S E R V I C E S BUS SERVICE LIMO & TAXI SERVICE COUNTRY - WKWS - 96.1 FM 1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston C & H TAXI 304-342-8131 | www.961thewolf.com ADVANTAGE COACH NC 5212 Bailey Rd., Charleston 1410 Lewis St., Charleston 866-238-2622 | www.advantagecoachtours.com 304-344-4902 | www.chtaxi.com POP CONTEMPORARY - WVSR - 102.7 FM 817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston GREYHOUND BUS CHANDLER’S LIMOUSINE SERVICE 304-342-3136 | www.electric102.com 300 Reynolds St., Charleston 500 Crestwood Rd., Charleston 800-231-2222 | www.greyhound.com 304-345-5434 | www.chandlerslimo.com ABC - WCHS - CHANNEL 8 1301 Piedmont Rd., Charleston KANAWHA VALLEY REGIONAL HICKORY LIMOUSINE 304-346-5358 | www.wchstv.com TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY NC 176 Airport Cir., Beaver 1550 Fourth Ave., Charleston 304-345-2727 304-343-3840 | www.rideonkrt.com CBS - WOWK - CHANNEL 13 13 Kanawha Blvd.W., Charleston MOUNTAINEER LIMOUSINE 304-343-1313 | www.wowktv.com 407 Hunt Ave., Charleston 304-343-1505 HEALTH CARE FOX - WVAH - CHANNEL 11 CHARLESTON AREA MEDICAL 1301 Piedmont Rd., Charleston CENTER GENERAL HOSPITAL 304-346-5358 | www.wvah.com 501 Morris St., Charleston 304-388-5432 | www.camc.org RADIO & TV NBC - WSAZ - CHANNEL 3 ALL SPORTS - WBES - AM 1240 111 Columbia Ave., Charleston CHARLESTON AREA MEDICAL 817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston 304-344-3521 | www.wsaz.com CENTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 304-342-3136 | www.bristolbroadcasting.com 3200 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston 304-388-4200 | www.camc.org NEWS/TALK - WCHS - AM 580 1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston PLACES OF WORSHIP HEALTHPLUS FAMILY 304-342-8131 | www.58wchs.com HEALTH CENTERS B’NAI JACOB SYNAGOGUE NC12 Kanawha Ter., St. Albans 1599 Virginia St. E., Charleston 304-727-7711 | www.camc.org NEWS/TALK - WVTS - AM 950 304-346-4722 | www.bnaijacob.com 817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston 304-342-3136 | www.wvtsam950.com HEALTHPLUS FAMILY BREAM MEMORIAL HEALTH CENTERS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 4602 MacCorkle Ave. S.E., Charleston CLASSIC HITS - WKAZ- 107.3 FM 317 Washington St.W., Charleston 304-925-4777 | www.camc.org 1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston 304-346-0426 | www.breamchurch.com 304-342-8131 | www.1073jackfm.com SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL CHRIST CHURCH 333 Laidley St., Charleston ALBUM ORIENTED ROCK - UNITED METHODIST 304-347-6500 | www.stfrancishospital.com WKLC - 105.1 FM 1221 Quarrier St., Charleston 100 Kanawha Ter., St. Albans 304-342-0192 | www.ccumwv.org 304-722-3308 | www.wklc.com THOMAS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 4605 MacCorkle Ave. S.W., South Charleston FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 304-766-3600 | www.thomaswv.org COUNTRY - WQBE - 97.5 FM 200 Park Ave., Charleston 817 Suncrest Pl., Charleston 304-346-8083 | www.charlestonfirstnazarene.com 304-342-3136 | www.wqbe.com FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ADULT CONTEMPORARY - 16 Leon Sullivan Way, Charleston WVAF - 99.9 FM 304-343-8961 | www.firstpresby.com 1111 Virginia St. E., Charleston 304-342-8131 | www.v100.fm Airport Hills Downtown East End Kanawha City South Charleston 48 | www.charlestonwv.com
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