FOSTERING THE CREATION, PRESENTATION AND ENJOYMENT OF THE ARTS IN HAMPSHIRE COUNTY, WV
Hampshire County Arts Council
Supporting, celebrating and connecting artists, artisans, musicians, writers and arts lovers throughout Hampshire County, West Virginia.
September at HCAC
As the summer cicadas sing us into autumn, celebrate the arts in our community by joining us at a concert, taking a class, visiting an exhibit, reading a book — or creating something of your own.
September is also a wonderful time to begin a new creative project. Artists, especially, can start working now toward the 2027 HCAC Spring Fine Arts Show coming in March.
September 19: Beginner Crochet Workshop
Passing an Old Skill to a New Generation
Join HCAC for a beginner-friendly workshop focused on foundational crochet skills and useful handmade pieces. Participants will learn single and double crochet while beginning a cotton washcloth and reusable facial round.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 • 10:00 am–12:00 noon
Studio 203, Brannon Building, WVSDB Campus, Romney
Fee: $35 — all materials included
Workshop kit includes 100% cotton yarn, a carbonized bamboo crochet hook and a printed guide.
Space is limited. To register, email
classes@HampshireArts.org
or call
304-834-8369.
September 27: Tiny Studio Concert with James Austin
The free Tiny Studio Concert Series opens its Fall 2026 season with singer-songwriter James Austin, originally from Huntington, West Virginia.
Austin describes his sound as “Appalachian outlaw funktry” — a blend of outlaw-country grit, backwoods funk groove and mountain-bred storytelling.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 • 3:00 pm
Elizabeth Podsiadlo’s Studio, Room 206
Brannon Building, WVSDB Campus, Romney
Admission: Free
A reception will follow with an opportunity to meet James and talk with him about his musical style.
Artists: Start Creating for the 2027 Spring Fine Arts Show
Give Yourself a Creative Goal for the Coming Months
The 2027 HCAC Spring Fine Arts Show is coming to the Hampshire County Public Library in March. Artists — now is the time to begin thinking about what you would like to create and exhibit.
Artist Load-In: March 6, 2027
Exhibition: March 8–26, 2027
Reception: March 13, 2027
Artwork Pickup: March 26, 2027
Location: Hampshire County Public Library, West Main Street, Romney
Start creating now. Additional entry requirements, submission information and show details will be announced as they are finalized.
Art in Public Places
Deborah Gay at FNB Bank
Oil paintings by Deborah Gay are on display at FNB Bank through October 5.
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Coming September 28: Gervase Willis
Gervase Willis will bring an exhibit of scary monsters and other creepy creations to the Hampshire County Public Library from September 28 through November 4.
Create With Us
September Artist Challenge
Commit to doing a little drawing or painting every day in September. A few minutes counts — the point is to build the habit of looking, noticing and creating.
Looking for extra inspiration? Visit the
Strada 30 Day Challenge
.
Save the Date: Watercolor with Kristen Colebank
Kristen Colebank will offer Bits and Pieces, a watercolor class focused on the small details that make a painting fun and wonderful, on Tuesday, November 10, from 10:00 am–3:00 pm in the HCAC studio, with a lunch break. Details to follow.
Studio Sessions
Want to create alongside other artists? We get together periodically in the studio to paint and work on projects. Sessions are often planned last-minute. To join the notification list, email Dale at
dalebw@msn.com.
Looking Ahead
October 18: America 250 — Hampshire County Fashion Through the Ages
America 250 celebrations continue with a look at costumes and fashions through Hampshire County history. Costumers, dressmakers and community members are invited to share memories, garments and stories reflecting changing local styles across 250 years.
Sunday, October 18, 2026 • WVSDB Campus, Romney
For more information or to participate, email
celebratehampshire@gmail.com.
November 14: HCAC Book Fair
The Arts Council is celebrating our local literary talent with a Book Fair on Saturday, November 14. Published and unpublished writers are invited, and the public is welcome too.
Look for workshops, readings and more — and a chance to buy books for winter reading or holiday gifts. To reserve a table or ask about a reading or workshop, email
info@HampshireArts.org.
More Tiny Studio Concerts
Save the dates for October 25 and November 29.
More Arts Around Hampshire County
HCAC is only one part of a wonderfully active local creative community. Explore music, art, dance, classes, books and more at these local venues.
The Hampshire County Co-op & Heritage Marketplace: First Friday, Ukulele Club, classes and a marketplace filled with local work.
Visit the Facebook Group →
The River House: Writers Club, Photography Club, workshops, concerts, Old Time Jams and more in Capon Bridge.
Visit The River House →
The Cat and the Fiddle: Old Time Jams, dances, classes and more.
Visit The Cat and the Fiddle →
Stay Connected with HCAC
Become a member, volunteer, attend a Board meeting, join a class or follow us on Facebook. Help us continue building a creative community where Hampshire County artists and arts lovers can connect.
HCAC Board meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at 4:30 pm in Studio 203, Brannon Building.