EDITOR’S NOTE: The Datebook is reserved for nonprofit, civic organizations. Unless otherwise noted, events listed should be considered free and open to the public. Entries appear in chronological order and as space allows. 

CANDIDATE MEET AND GREET OPEN HOUSE: Presented by the Randolph County Dems will be today, beginning at 4 p.m. following the Forest Festival Grand Feature Parade. The event will take place at the Democratic Headquarters located at 106 2nd Street. Candidates attending include Steve Williams, candidate for governor; Glenn Elliott, candidate for US Senate; US House candidate Steve Wendelin; Attorney General candidate Teresa Toriseva; and local candidates Mandy Weirich, WV Senate District 11 candidate; House of Delegates 67 candidate Cody Thompson; and Dama Nestor, candidate for House of Delegates 66. Light refreshments will be served and all.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY USED BOOK SALE AND DONATION DROP OFF: Today, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., at the old library, 416 Davis Ave. Donations of books, movies, puzzles, and games in good condition also may be made at this location and time. Money raised goes toward expanding and renovating the building, which was severely damaged by multiple roof leaks in late 2021.

AIRPORT AUTHORITY: The Elkins-Randolph Co. Regional Airport Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8  at 5 p.m. at the airport terminal building. 

ALLEGHENY REGIONAL FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: will hold a regular meeting Tuesday at  7 p.m. in the library of the IOOF Building located along the Beverly Five-lane. Those interested in genealogy are encouraged to attend and become a member of ARFHS. For more information, call 304-636-1650 or 304-636-8528.

PICKIN’ IN THE PARK: The Wednesday Jam Sessions will be held indoors at the Augusta Heritage Center’s Music and Dance Hall located on Davis Avenue. For more information, call 304-642-2369. 

PURPLE MAJESTIES: The Elkins Purple Majesties (Red Hats) will meet on Monday, Oct. 14, at 11:30 a.m. at Just Knot Another Barn.   Directions Route 33 towards Buckhannon to Kingsville Road, turn left  then at first road on right turn right (gravel road) and you will see the Barn. All members and guests welcome. For additional information, reservations or cancellations call Queen Carole at 304-614-0359.

VETERANS DAY DINNER: American Legion Post 29 will host its 105th Veterans Day Dinner Saturday, Nov. 9.  The meal will be free of charge to veterans. Additional tickets for guests may be purchased. Meal includes baked steak, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, salad, dessert and drink. Social Hour at 5:30 p.m. and dinner @ 6:30 p.m.. Guest Speaker is Laura Clark, WV Department of the American Legion Auxiliary President. Limited number of tickets available. Deadline to purchase is Nov. 11. For more information, call 304-636-3930.

TOPS 0590 MILL CREEK: meets at the Russell Memorial Library in Mill Creek every Wednesday. Weigh-in is from 10:30-10:45 a.m. Meeting following weigh in. For information contact Jane Robinson at 304 338-6403.

TOPS 0599: will meet Thursdays at the Good Shepherd Church at 312 Wilson Street in Elkins, with weigh in from 4-4:30 p.m. with a meeting to follow. For more information, call Sandy at 304-591-2828 or Carolyn at 304-636-3109.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Monday at 6 p.m. at the Refinery in the Seneca Mall. For more information, call 304-642-1244.