Center On Market

09/14/2026

We are gearing up for our annual flu shot drive in partnership with Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department MOVHD!

Event Details:
📍328 2nd Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101
⏱️ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
📅 September 29, 2026

09/14/2026

What role does the Center on Market assume in times of crisis? As the officially designated American Red Cross first-response shelter, we take pride in providing a secure and dependable facility for our community in need. Our strategic partnership with the Red Cross enables trained emergency response professionals to oversee shelter operations and deliver critical support. By collaborating with organizations that excel in emergency response, we can make a meaningful impact. We extend our gratitude to all who have contributed to these efforts and to the dedicated organizations that tirelessly serve our community.

09/11/2026

The River 2026 - WINNERS!

Best in Show - Belinda Armstrong

First Place 2D - Jolene Powell
First Place 3D - Anna Bonito
First Place Photo/Digital - Teresa Faires Winning
First Place Theme - Haila Buskirk

Jose Rizzo Prize - Maggie Bogdan
United Prize - Lesa Smith
WVU Med Prize - Karen "Petey" Petersen
Tepley Prize - Beth Nash

Awards of Merit:
Karen Chamblin
Marlene L'Abbé
Ardine Nelson
Rusty Nesmith
Charlie Petersen
Ron Redeheaver

08/29/2026

Welcome to Downtown!

It was an exciting week in Downtown Parkersburg as we celebrated three ribbon cuttings and welcomed new growth to our community.

Each opening represents another investment in our downtown and the people who live, work and visit here. We’re grateful to Home Run Vintage Guitars, Westbrook Health Services, The Lost Anchor, and Parkersburg Brewing Co. for helping make Downtown Parkersburg a more vibrant place.

08/24/2026

There is still time to sign up! United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley

Disasters don't wait. Being prepared today can make all the difference tomorrow.

Join United We Prepare for a FREE Emergency Preparedness Workshop and learn practical steps to help protect yourself, your family, and your finances before disaster strikes.

You will learn:
• How to build an emergency kit
• How to protect important financial documents
• What to do before, during, and after a disaster

📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
⏰ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
📍 Center On Market

Every attendee will receive a disaster preparedness bag, enjoy light snacks, have the opportunity to win great door prizes, and be entered for a chance to win a solar-powered generator!

Register today: bit.ly/uwpworkshop

United We Prepare is helping communities become stronger, safer, and more resilient—because when we're prepared, we're better able to recover together.

08/24/2026

We are happy to help and hope you share this information with anyone who may still need clothing for school.

08/24/2026

We loved welcoming the PHS Class of 1966 to Center on Market for their reunion! ❤️🤍

From the incredible decorations and memories of PHS to reconnecting with longtime classmates, it was wonderful to see everyone come together and celebrate 60 years of friendship and Big Red pride.

Thank you for choosing Center on Market to be part of such a special celebration. We hope you made even more memories to add to the many you’ve shared over the years!

08/22/2026

We can’t wait to help you celebrate!

Welcome Back Class of 1966❤️🤍 PHS😍🎓

08/21/2026

Registration is now open for this annual downtown PKB event!

🎶 It's the most wonderful time of the year! 🎶

Registration for the 2026 Festival of Trees is officially open! 🎄

Get involved as a Tree Decorator or a Tree Sponsor! 🎄 Visit uwamov.com/festivaloftrees for more information and registration details.

If you have any questions about the Festival of Trees or the registration process, please contact Morgan at [email protected]