This weekend in Huntington, WV

This 3rd annual 5K, presented by the Ashland Firefighters Community Foundation, takes place at the Ashland Fire Department. Proceeds help fund medical and therapeutic care that supports the mental wellness of Ashland Fire Department firefighters living with PTSD. The route begins at the fire station, follows Carter Avenue to Town Center Mall, loops around the outer edge of the mall parking area three times, then returns to the start. All registered participants receive a race shirt. After the finish, breakfast pizzas will be provided by Rocky Top Pizza. Tiered pricing is available, with a lower rate for early registration and a higher rate on race day.

Broadway Square becomes a lively marketplace where local makers, creators, growers, bakers, and artisans present custom creations. Enjoy live music as you browse, and pick up refreshments from Two Chics Coffee, Sadie Janes Lemonade, and So Loaded.

Absolute beginners are welcome. This beginner-focused sewing and quilting class teaches how to operate a sewing machine and work with tools such as rotary cutters, rulers, and templates. Participants learn to calculate fabric needs for minimal waste and receive guidance to complete a quilt. Please bring a sewing machine and scissors. The project uses 12 fat quarters, and all the terminology will be explained. Fabric can be selected from the large assortment available at the shop. The fee is $10 each week. For questions, call 606-393-3994.

A playful introduction to photography designed for children offers a one hour session that blends imagination with easy to learn skills. Through hands on exploration, participants discover what makes a camera work, practice simple lighting ideas, learn to lock focus on a subject, and try techniques for making more engaging pictures. Instructors also cover how to look after a camera safely. After the session, each child takes home a lens cloth, practical shooting tips, a DIY craft camera, and a Little Lens Explorer certificate. Registration is available via an online form. All purchases are final and cannot be refunded. If needed, a ticket may be reassigned to another couple, provided the new attendee submits a registration form and both parties coordinate with the organizer to confirm the change.

Celebrate and support children with childhood apraxia of speech at the West Virginia Tri-State Walk for Apraxia. This free community event brings families, friends, and professionals together to raise awareness and funds for Apraxia Kids, whose work includes educating families and professionals, fostering community connections, and advancing advocacy and research. Registration is free, and participants can earn individual fundraising incentives, including the official event T-shirt for walkers who raise $50. Apraxia Stars are honored individually and receive meaningful keepsakes, including a shirt and medal, with a certificate presented at the walk. The experience is planned to be safe, enjoyable, and memorable for every team of supporters. As the largest apraxia awareness event in the country, the walk creates a space where children and their families are understood and supported.

Old North Arcade hosts a casual pinball league open to players of every experience level. No advance registration is required, and participants can simply walk in and play.

At West Edge Factory in Huntington, the Rustic Mechanicals, a West Virginia Shakespeare troupe, present a spirited staging of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. The production blends whimsy and comedy as lovestruck youths, quarrelsome fairies, and an earnest band of amateur players cross paths in a forest full of enchantment. Tickets are $17 when purchased in advance and $25 at the door, offering savings for early buyers.

The Pool Hall hosts a recurring 8-ball tournament that keeps the action quick and affordable. Matches follow BCA rules in a race-to-2 format. Entry is $5 with an optional $5 side pot, and there is a sizable Break and Run pot offering an extra chance at cash. It suits players aiming to compete, practice under pressure, or simply enjoy lively table play. Expect short races, strong competition, and the signature Pool Hall atmosphere.