This weekend in Follansbee, WV

Now in its sixth year, this United Way 5K run and walk honors the memory of Suzanne Kresser while supporting the work of United Way of Jefferson County. The course travels through historic downtown Steubenville and offers a family friendly setting with vendors, community partners, raffles, and prizes. Open to runners, walkers, and community supporters, it centers on togetherness, compassion, and the difference one person can make. Run for a cause, walk with purpose, and remember a meaningful legacy.

Spyridon Studios hosts a weekly pottery class for kids with options to hand build, try the pottery wheel, and paint small projects.

Enjoy Washington and Greene Counties’ Annual Covered Bridge Festival with a free visit to Meadowcroft. Walk the Pine Bank Covered Bridge, built in 1871, which originally spanned Tom’s Run in the village of Pine Bank in Greene County. Saved from demolition in 1961 by Meadowcroft founder Albert Miller and moved nearly 70 miles to its current setting, the bridge now serves pedestrians and highlights the craftsmanship of the 19th century. A significant rehabilitation in 2017 preserved its structure and charm at a time when the United States has fewer than 700 of the more than 10,000 covered bridges that once stood. During the festival, admission to the bridge and Meadowcroft’s historic villages is free. Tours of the Rockshelter are available for $5 per person. Please note that the Pine Bank Covered Bridge is open to pedestrians only and does not permit vehicles.

Downtown Steubenville welcomes the return of this market, as a section of North Fourth Street is closed to traffic to create a pedestrian marketplace that is welcoming to families and dogs. Browse food, produce, and handmade goods from vendors such as Tacos Jorges Mexican Food Truck, Busy Bees Acres, Into the Desert custom wood products, Swicks Wicks candles, Hachis Barkery dog treats, local maple syrup, TJ's Treats, Handcrafted Closet Baby Co., Chinchi's Treats with baked goods, braid+bloom, and Homeward Bound of Steubenville. Fourth Street businesses will be open as well, including Steubenville Grocery Box, Leonardo's Coffee, Bookmarx, Spyridon Studios, Yorgos, Steubenville Popcorn, and Chesterton Cigars. Activities include a lego build and gaga ball on the street, live music by Michael Manocchia and The Brasset Hounds, and a children's storybook hour at Bookmarx.

A neighborhood bookstore hosts a morning of storytelling, laughter, and imagination. Shannon Monroe leads the Children’s Story Hour, bringing stories to life with warm, creative narration and playful character voices. Young readers, along with their favorite stuffed animals, can settle in for a cozy experience that celebrates friendship, fun, and the joy of books.

Wrap up the Saturday night festivities at Clinton Park with a spirited tune-up for Rhythm, Ribs, and BBQ. Enjoy mouthwatering barbecue and high energy music that cranks up the fun. Expect plenty of flavor and a lively atmosphere focused on great food and good times. The celebration is not finished for the year, and the good times are still rolling.

Wait along the roadside at a designated stop to board or exit the wagon as it makes its rounds each week. Pickups and drop-offs occur at these stops for a simple come and go experience. Operation depends on the weather.

Line dancing takes center stage every third Saturday with DJ Neal keeping the floor moving and the vibe upbeat. Lessons are not offered on third Saturdays unless specifically advertised. Attendees can look forward to food specials, great music, and $4.50 High Noon cans for a lively night on the dance floor.

Indestructible, a Pittsburgh based jazz sextet led by trombonist Reggie Watkins, honors the legacy of Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers with music by Wayne Shorter, Lee Morgan, Curtis Fuller, Cedar Walton, and others. The ensemble features master drummer Roger Humphries, who was mentored early in his career by his godfather Art Blakey, creating a direct connection to this storied tradition. The Jazz Messengers shaped modern jazz for more than three decades, beginning in the 1950s and continuing until Blakey’s passing in 1990. Indestructible channels that spirit with propulsive swing, blues soaked improvisation, polished arrangements, and the excitement of a big band feel. The lineup includes Michael Tomaro on saxophone, Tommy Lehman on trumpet, Howie Alexander on piano, Jordan McBride on bass, and other standout regional musicians.

Bad JuJu appears at the Wellsville American Legion for an evening of entertainment in a community setting. The event highlights the act on a local stage.

Meadowcroft opens its grounds for Washington and Greene Counties’ Annual Covered Bridge Festival, highlighting the historic Pine Bank Covered Bridge. Built in 1871, the bridge originally crossed Tom’s Run in the village of Pine Bank in Greene County, Pennsylvania. Facing demolition in 1961, it was saved by Meadowcroft founder Albert Miller and relocated nearly 70 miles to its current setting. Now a restored pedestrian crossing that underwent major rehabilitation in 2017, it offers a close look at the craftsmanship and history of Western Pennsylvania. When it was constructed, more than 10,000 covered bridges stood across the United States, and today fewer than 700 remain, which makes this a rare example of 19th century engineering. The bridge is open to pedestrians only, and vehicles are not permitted. During the festival, access to the Pine Bank Covered Bridge and Meadowcroft’s historic villages is free, and tours of the Rockshelter are available for $5 per person.

This long-running spaghetti dinner marks its 30th year and benefits the Catholic Charities Neighborhood Center. Proceeds support the center’s programs and services. Tickets are $12 per person, and purchasing online in advance is encouraged to ensure availability.

Bryson Tiller performs live at The Pavilion At Star Lake in Burgettstown, PA.