Friday, September 27, 2002 through Monday, November 11, 2002:
2002 Mountaineer Week Display showcasing 55 years of our celebration of the State of west Virginia
MondaysFridays: 8:15 A.M.5:00 P.M.
Saturdays: 10:00 A.M. 4:00 P.M.
Sundays: 12:00 noon4:00 P.M.
Location: Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau, SenecaCenter
Monday, October 28, 2002 through Monday, November 11, 2002:
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
MondaysFridays: 8:15 A.M.5:00 P.M.
Saturdays: 9:00 A.M. -4:00 P.M.
Location: WVU Visitors Center Resource Area Display CaseFirst Floor, One Waterfront Place
Monday, October 28, 2002:
( ) The International Honoure Society Celebrity Auction *
12:00 noon2:00 P.M.
Sponsored by the International Honoure Society in cooperation with Mountaineer Week.
Location: Mountainlair Commons Area
*Friday, November 1, 2002, through Saturday, November 9, 2002:
() Mountaineer Week Downtown Window-Decorating Contest
A segment of the Downtown Day Activities Combined with the Greek Games.
Mountaineer Week participating Greek Organizations will pair with a Downtown Business and decorate their display window.
Friday, November 1, 2002: Mountaineer Week Kick-Off!
(Please note that the PRT will run until 10:15 P.M. At 10:15 P.M., the busses run free to the Residence Halls).
Mountaineer Week Photo Contest Display
Location: Adjacent to elevator on First Floor.
WVU Students Only! Cash Prizes and other accolades!
Judging: November 1, 2002, at 4:00 P.M.
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
Featuring various handmade crafts from several Mountaineer Week Craft Fair artisans.
Location: Mountainlair Ground Floor entrance.
West Virginia Books
Sponsored by the WVU Bookstore
Location: WVU Bookstore
West Virginia Collection Display
Sponsored by the West Virginia&Regional History Collection
Location: Mountainlair First Floor
( ) Mountaineer Week Banner Contest *
Get creative and show your Mountaineer Week spirit!
Location: Mountainlair Grand Staircase Railing
Judging: 11-01-02 at 4:00 P.M.
Fall Favorites at Javas&Cream, Featuring your favorite seasonal fare.
7:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.
First Floor, Mountainlair
A demonstration of the artistry of hand-blown glass by Appalachian Glass Products&Services LLC
9:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Location: Front of Mountainlair
Operating Train Display sponsored by the Mon Valley Model Railroad Club of West Virginia.
10:00 A.M.9:00 P.M. 2002
All aboard! A working model train display featuring a replica of Morgantown in the 1950s. Members of the Club will be available to answer questions about model railroads and railroading in West Virginia.
Location: Shenandoah Room, Mountainlair
Mountaineer Week Old-Fashioned Kettle-Brewed Chili presented by LaurelPointUnitedMethodistChurch
11:00 A.M.5:00 P.M.
Location: Front of Mountainlair
2002 Mountaineer Week Craft Fair
1:00 P.M.9:00 P.M.
Featuring fine-quality Appalachian handcrafted objects by 58 artisans from West Virginia and neighboring states.
Location: Mountainlair Ballrooms
2002 Mountaineer Week Quilt Show
1:00 P.M.9:00 P.M.
Sponsored by the Country Roads Quilt Guild.
A beloved tradition of Mountaineer Week showcasing colorful handmade quilts loved by generations.
Location: Mountaineer Room and Ballroom Stage: Second Floor, Mountainlair
Mountaineer Week Trading Post
1:00 P.M.9:00 P.M.
Featuring an �€?old-time�€? Appalachian treat
Location: Second Floor, Mountainlair
West VirginiaUniversity Press Book Sale
1:00 P.M.9:00 P.M.
Showcasing a sale of books and CDs about West Virginia and WVU projects. The WVU Press is one of West Virginias best links with its people and its traditions.
Location: Second Floor, Mountainlair
Mountain Laurel Dulcimers
1:00 P.M.9:00 P.M.
An exhibition of the cultural heritage of West Virginia with dulcimer music.
Location: Entrance to the Mountainlair Ballrooms
West Virginia Make-It-With-Wool Contest
6:00 P.M.7:00 P.M.
Sponsored by West Virginia Shepherds and WVU Extension Services
This is a sanctioned contest in which the winner will advance to the National Finals in Washington, D.C. on February 6-8, 2003.
For entering the competition or for additional information, contact Mr. Tom McConnell at 293-6131�4237.
Location: Mountainlair Food Court and Grand Staircase
Dressing Room for participants: Greenbrier Room, Second Floor, Mountainlair
($) �€?Hobos Homecoming�€?: A Folk Opera
7:30 P.M.
A narrative journey through prose and song that depicts the life of a hobo.
This production features two multi-talented Mountaineer Week favorites: Mr. Chris Haddox and Mr. Ray Hicks.
Location: Mountainlair Gluck Theatre
Astro Bowling (1/2 Price Special)
9:00 P.M.
Location: Mountainlair Games Area
Billiards (1/2 Price Special)
9:00 P.M.
Location: Mountainlair Games Area
Ping Pong
9:00 P.M.
Location: Mountainlair Games Area
Dance Instructions
9:00 P.M.
Clogging In Appalachia
Featuring members of The WVU Folk Clogging Club
Coordinated by WVU Student and Mountainlairs own Ms. Kim Richison
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
() �€?Do You Want To Be A Mountaineer Game Show�€?
10:00 P.M.
Hosted by and featuring former Mountaineer Mascots!
WVU Students Only!
Great prizes for participants!
Location: Mountainlair Commons Area
Ornament Making
10:00 P.M.12:00 Midnight
Sponsored by the Mountaineer Week Committee
Location: Commons Area
CONCERT featuring The Hillibilly Gypsies
10:00 P.M.12:00 Midnight
That �€?Hot�€? drivin’bluegrass sound!
Location: Mountainlair Side Pocket Pub
FREE EATS (Food to be determined)
10:00 P.M.
Location: Mountainlair Commons Area
FREE BREAKFAST (Food to be determined)
12:00 Midnight
Location: Hatfields, Mountainlair
*Saturday, November 2, 2002: �€?Family Fun Day�€?
Mountaineer Week Photo Contest Display
Location: Adjacent to the elevator on the Mountainlair First Floor
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
Featuring various handmade crafts from several Mountaineer Week Craft Fair artisans.
Location: Mountainlair Ground Floor
West Virginia Books
Sponsored by the WVU Bookstore
Location: WVU Bookstore
West Virginia Collection Display
Sponsored by the West Virginia&Regional History Collection
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
( ) Mountaineer Week Banner Contest *
Location: Mountainlair Grand Staircase Railing
A demonstration of the artistry of hand-blown glass by Appalachian Glass Products&Services LLC
9:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Location: Front of Mountainlair
10:00 A.M.5:00 P.M. Mountaineer Week Old-Fashioned Kettle-Brewed Chili
Presented by Laurel Point United Methodist Church
Location: Front of Mountainlair
Living history programs featuring �€?Stonewall Jackson�€?!
10:00 A.M.8:00 P.M., WVU Jacksons Mill Historic Area
Featuring the sale of stoneground corn meal and other items from the old General Store.
Location: Front of Mountainlair
Mountaineer Week Craft Fair
11:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Featuring fine-quality Appalachian handcrafted objects by 58 artisans from West Virginia and neighboring states.
Location: Mountainlair Ballrooms
Mountaineer Week Quilt Show
11:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Sponsored by the Country Roads Quilt Guild
A beloved tradition of Mountaineer Week showcasing colorful handmade quilts loved by generations.
Location: Mountaineer Room and Ballroom
Second Floor, Mountainlair
Mountaineer Week Trading Post
11:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Featuring an �€?old-time�€? Appalachian treat
Location: Second Floor, Mountainlair
West Virginia Press Book Sale
11:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Showcasing a sale of books and CDs about West Virginia and WVU projects. The WVU Press is one of West Virginias best links with its people and its traditions.
Location: Second Floor, Mountainlair
Mountain Laurel Dulcimers
11:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
An exhibition of the cultural heritage of West Virginia with dulcimer music.
Location: Entrance to the Mountainlair Ballrooms
Mountaineer Week Trading Post
11:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Featuring an �€?old-time�€? Appalachian treat.
Location: Second Floor, Mountainlair
2002 Operating Train Display
11:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Sponsored by the Mon Valley Model Railroad Club of West Virginia. All Aboard! A working model train display featuring a replica of Morgantown in the 1950s. Members of the Club will be available to answer questions about model railroading and railroading in West Virginia.
Location: Shenandoah Room, Mountainlair
Child Fingerprinting Program:
2:00 P.M.8:00 P.M.
Coordianted by:The FBI , CJIS, Community Outreach Program, and Dr. Michael Yuras Forensic Identification Program.
Child Fingerprinting Program (ages 4-18)
National Child Identification Program
Personal Safety for Children (A GUIDE FOR PARENTS ) Handbook
Handouts (Using the Internet Safely&Wanted by the FBI : Safe, Healthy Kids)
NOTE : THIS PROGRAM IS FREE !
�€?FALL INTO A BOOK �€?
2:00 P.M.8:00 P.M.
Presented by Alpha Phi Omega
The program will consist of local celebrities reading childrens books and Appalachian stories to the children of our community. Each book-reading session will be accompanied by hands-on activities. Book donations from First Book from Washington, D.C., will highlight the event.
Location: Second Floor, Mountainlair
Shooting Marbles: MOUNTAINEER STYLE !
2:00 P.M.8:00 P.M.
Presented by the West Virginia Marble Shooters Association
Demonstrations available to promote and preserve the Appalachian pastime of playing marbles.
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
() The Privilege To Hunt
3:30 P.M.4:00 P.M.
Presented by Mr. Joe Buck Parrish
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
( *) ($) Mountaineer Week 5K Race *
4:00 P.M.
Course: Level-to-rolling. Starts and finishes in front of the Mountainlair on the downtown campus of West Virginia University.
Registration: Before October 25th: $12.00
Call 293-2702 for more information
Late Registration: After October 25th: $15.00 (made in the Mountainlair Commons Area from 2:00 P.M.3:30 P.M.; no registration after 3:30 P.M.)
AWARDS : Post-race party and awards ceremony held in the Mountainlair Side Pocket Pub.
A Reading and Conversation with West Virginia Native and Author Meredith Sue Willis
4:00 P.M.5:00 P.M.
Sponsored by The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences in conjunction with the WVU Press and the Department of English
Location: Gluck Theatre, Mountainlair
Book Signing and Reception with Meredith Sue Willis
5:00 P.M.6:00 P.M.
Location: Vandalia Lounge
($) Mountaineer Week Country Vittles Dinner Buffet
5:00 P.M.7:30 P.M.
Featuring the Percival Pickers.
Bring your entire family to a down-home meal like Grandma used to make.
Location: Hatfields
(Tickets will be sold at the door!)
Clogging in Appalachia
5:00 P.M.
Featuring Fancy Double Youth Cloggers
Location: First floor Mountainlair
Horse and Buggy Rides
5:30 P.M.7:30 P.M.
Harken back to the old days with horse and buggy rides!
Boarding: Front of Mountainlair
Fee: $1.00 per ride
An Evening With The WVU Juggling Club
6:00 P.M.7:00 P.M.
featuring a fine blend of ability, creativity, and just plain fun!
Location: Mountainlair Food Court
Mountaineer Week Fiddlers Contest
7:30 P.M.
Featuring the best fiddlers from the state of West Virginia.
Cash prizes awarded for the first four places for the Junior and Senior (60+) Divisions.
Registration Prior to Event: 6:00 P.M.7:00 P.M.
Location: Mountainlair Joseph Gluck Theatre
Free Admission!
9:00 P.M. Astro Bowling (1/2 Price Special)
Location: Mountainlair Games Area
9:00 P.M. Billiards (1/2 Price Special)
Location: Mountainlair Games Area
9:00 P.M. Ping Pong
Location: Mountainlair Games Area
Mountaineer Week Old-Time Square Dance
10:00 P.M.
Sponsored by The Friends of Old-Time MusicFeaturing live music by �€?The Wild Hogs�€? and Mr. Taylor Runner as the Caller.
Beginners welcomeInstructions Provided!
Location: Mountainlair Plaza
Inclement Weather Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
For specific questions, call 296-4954
Free Admission!
Free Eats
10:00 P.M. (food to be determined later)
Location: Mountainlair Commons Area
Free Breakfast
12:00 midnight (breakfast to be determined later)
Location: Hatfields
Sunday, November 3, 2002:
Mountaineer Week Photo Contest Display
Location: Adjacent to elevator
First Floor, Mountainlair
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
Featuring various handmade crafts from several Mountaineer Week Craft Fair artisans.
Location: Mountainlair Ground Floor
West Virginia Collection Display
Sponsored by the West Virginia&Regional History Collection
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
() Mountaineer Week Banner Contest
Location: Mountainlair Grand Staircase Railing
A demonstration of the artistry of hand-blown glass by Appalachian Glass Products&Services LLC
9:00 A.M.8:00 P.M.
Location: Front of Mountainlair
WVU Jacksons Mill Historic Area
10:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.
Living history programs including �€?Stonewall Jackson�€?!
Featuring the sale of stoneground corn meal and other items from the old General Store.
Location: Front of Mountainlair
Mountaineer Week Craft Fair
12:00 noon5:00 P.M.
Featuring fine-quality Appalachian handcrafted objects by 57 artisans from West Virginia and neighboring states.
Location: Mountainlair Ballrooms
Mountaineer Week Quilt Show
12:00 noon5:00 P.M.
Sponsored by the Country Roads Quilt Guild
A beloved tradition of Mountaineer Week showcasing colorful handmade quilts loved by generations.
Location: Mountaineer Room and Ballroom Stage, Second Floor/Mountainlair
West Virginia University Press Book Sale
12:00 noon5:00 P.M.
Showcasing a sale of books and CDs about West Virginia and WVU projects. The WVU Press is one of West Virginias best links with its people and its traditions.
Location: Second Floor, Mountainlair
Mountain Laurel Dulcimers
12:00 noon5:00 P.M.
An exhibition of the cultural heritage of West Virginia with dulcimer music.
Location: Entrance to Mountainlair Ballrooms
2002 Operating Train Display
12:00 noon5:00 P.M.
Sponsored by the Mon Valley Model Railroad Club of West Virginia
All aboard! A working model train display featuring a replica of Morgantown in the 1950s. Members of the Club will be available to answer questions about model railroading and railroading in West Virginia.
Location: Shenandoah Room, Mountainlair
( *) ($) Third Annual Mountaineer Week Turkey Calling Competition *
1:00 P.M.4:00 P.M.
presented by the Chestnut Ridge Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.
These SANCTIONED contests will include:
An Open Contest; The West Virginia State Friction Contest (Resident and Non-Resident Categories); and an () Amateur Contest.
Featuring the best turkey callers from the state of West Virginia and surrounding states.
Cash prizes awarded for the first three places in each category.
Registration Prior to Event: 12:00 Noon1:00 P.M.
Registration fee are required. Call 293-2702.
Location: Mountainlair Joseph Gluck Theatre
5:00 P.M.7:00 P.M. Mountaineer Week Gospel Sing
�€?A Freedom of Expression Evening�€?
For additional questions, please call 293-2191.
Location: Mountainlair Gluck Theatre
*
Monday, November 4, 2002:
Mountaineer Week Photo Contest Display
Location: Adjacent to elevator
First Floor, Mountainlair
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
Featuring various handmade crafts from several Mountaineer Week Craft Fair artisans.
Location: Mountainlair Ground Floor entrance
West Virginia Books
Sponsored by the WVU Bookstore
Location: WVU Bookstore
West Virginia Collection Display
Sponsored by the West Virginia&Regional History Collection
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
( ) Mountaineer Week Banner Contest *
Location: Mountainlair Grand Staircase Railing
Fall Favorites at Javas&Cream
7:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.
Featuring your favorite seasonal fare.
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
Woodblock Printmaking
9:00 A.M.2:00 P.M.
Featuring Mr. Ed Maier, a local woodblock printmaker, depicting scenes of nature and earth spirits. Demonstrations provided and participation encouraged.
Personal and Professional Mountaineer Connections: _ *Using the Past to Consider the Present: Personal Connections to the Mountain State _
12:00 noon1:30 P.M.
Presentor: Sara Schmidt, fifth year student in the five-year teacher education program.
Location: 601 Allen Hall
12:00 noon2:00 P.M. () ($) Mountaineer Week Pizza-Making Contest
sponsored by SBARRO
Master of Ceremonies: Trey Hinrichs, WVU Mountaineer
Preliminary Contest
(All participants receive a coupon for a free slice of Sbarro Pizza and a small drink).
Entry fee: $2.00
Registration will be held prior to the event!
OPEN TO WVU STUDENTS ONLY !
Location: Mountainlair Food Court
( ) Greek Games *
4:00 P.M.
Location: Mountainlair Plaza
() PRT Cram
5:00 P.M.
Showcasing our very own Mountaineer Week PRT Car specifically designed for this historical event.
Location: Front of Mountainlair
Open House at the Cook-Hayman Museum
5:00 P.M.8:00 P.M.
Presented by the WVU School of Pharmacy
Location: Room #1132, Health Sciences North
*Tuesday, November 5, 2002: ELECTION DAY !
Mountaineer Week continues on Wednesday!
Wednesday, November 6, 2002: �€?Downtown Day�€?
Mountaineer Week Photo Contest Display
Location: Adjacent to elevator
First Floor, Mountainlair
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
Featuring various handmade crafts from several Mountaineer Week Craft Fair
artisans.
Location: Mountainlair Ground Floor entrance
West Virginia Books
Sponsored by the WVU Bookstore
Location: WVU Bookstore
West Virginia Collection Display
Sponsored by the West Virginia&Regional History Collection
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
( ) Mountaineer Week Banner Contest *
Location: Mountainlair Grand Staircase Railing
Fall Favorites at Javas&Cream
7:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.
Featuring your favorite seasonal fare.
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
Woodblock Printmaking
9:00 A.M.2:00 P.M.
Featuring Mr. Ed Maier, a local woodblock printmaker, depicting scenes of nature and earth spirits. Demonstrations provided and participation encouraged.
Maple Sugar Candy Sale
Presented by �€?The Sugar Shack�€? of St. George, West Virginia
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
Downtown Day Festivities
12:00 Noon
(Activities TBA )
(Location: TBA )
() Beard Growing Finals (Judging)
12:00 Noon
Master of Ceremonies: Trey Hinrichs, WVU Mountaineer
12:00 noon1:30 P.M. Personal and Professional Mountaineer Connections: _ *Using the Past to Consider the Present: �€?Professional Connections to the Mountain State�€? _
Presentor: Sam Stack, Associate Professor in the Department of Advanced Educational Studies
Location: 601 Allen Hall
( ) WVU Woodsmen Team Demonstration *
4:00 P.M.4:30 P.M.
Prepare to be amazed by this talented crew as they chop, saw and carve their way through huge blocks of wood.
Location: Woodburn Circle
5:00 P.M. () Greek Karoake
Location: Mountainlair Commons Area
*Thursday, November 7, 2002:
Mountaineer Week Photo Contest Display
Location: Adjacent to elevator
First Floor, Mountainlair
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
Featuring various handmade crafts from several Mountaineer Week Craft Fair artisans.
Location: Mountainlair Ground Floor entrance
West Virginia Books
Sponsored by the WVU Bookstore
Location: WVU Bookstore
West Virginia Collection Display
Sponsored by the West Virginia&Regional History Collection
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
( ) Mountaineer Week Banner Contest *
Location: Mountainlair Grand Staircase Railing
Personal and Professional Mountaineer Connections: Using the Past to Consider the Present:
All Day Program: Books, stories and materials that feature the Mountain State
Location: Allen Hall Fourth Floor Lobby
Fall Favorites at Javas&Cream
7:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.
Featuring your favorite seasonal fare.
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
()($) Continuation of Mountaineer Week Pizza-Making Contest
12:00 Noon
Sponsored by SBARRO
$2.00 entry fee
Location: Mountainlair Food Court
Peace Tree Ceremony
5:00 P.M.
Special Presentation by Dr. Jane Mt. Pleasant, Iroquois
Location: Outside Martin Hall at the Peace Tree
( *) ($) M.T. Pockets Theatre Company by Paula Cizmar Production: _ * �€?The Death of a Miner�€? _
7:30 P.M.
A play showcasing the love of an Appalachian coal mining community.
Directed by: Toni Morris
Call: 284-0049 for Reservations and tickets
Location: Rhododendron Room, Second Floor, Mountainlair
*Friday, November 8, 2002: �€?Blue and Gold Day�€?
Mountaineer Week Photo Contest Display
Location: Adjacent to elevator
First Floor, Mountainlair
2002 Mountaineer Week Display
Featuring various handmade crafts from several Mountaineer Week Craft Fair artisans.
Location: Mountainlair Ground Floor entrance
West Virginia Books
Sponsored by the WVU Bookstore
Location: WVU Bookstore
West Virginia Collection Display
Sponsored by the West Virginia&Regional History Collection
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
() Mountaineer Week Banner Contest
Location: Mountainlair Grand Staircase Railing
Fall Favorites at Javas&Cream
7:00 A.M.6:00 P.M.
Featuring your favorite seasonal fare.
Location: First Floor, Mountainlair
( ) Mountaineer Week Pizza-Making �€?Bake Off�€? *
1:00 P.M.
sponsored by SBARRO
Location: Front of Sbarro
WVU Football Highlights in the Side Pocket Pub
3:00 P.M.6:00 P.M.
Featuring 55 cent specials honoring Mountaineer Weeks 55th Anniversary!
Location: Mountainlair Side Pocket Pub
The Third Annual Mountaineer Mascot Reunion _ THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR 55TH ANNIVERSARY !_
7:00 P.M.
All former Mountaineer Mascots will be invited back to West VirginiaUniversity for this special occasion. The last reunion was held during Mountaineer Week in 1997.
Location: Mountaineer Room, Second Floor Mountainlair
() ($) M.T. Pockets Theatre Company by Paula Cizmar Production: _ * �€?The Death of a Miner�€? _
7:30 P.M.
A play showcasing the love of an Appalachian coal mining community.
Directed by: Toni Morris
Call: 284-0049 for Reservations and tickets
Location: Rhododendron Room, Second Floor, Mountainlair
9:00 P.M. Special Activities for Mountaineer Mascots
Saturday, November 9, 2002: �€?Mountaineer Mascot Reunion�€?
Mountaineer Week Football Game WVU versus BostonCollege
Featuring:
Mr.&Ms. Mountaineer Finalists and the naming of the 2002 Mr.&Ms. Mountaineer
The Most Loyal Mountaineer
The Most Loyal Alumni
The Most Loyal Faculty and Staff
The introduction of all visiting former Mountaineer Mascots