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Three concerts and a fireworks display are planned for the Fourth of July weekend on the state Capitol grounds.
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Three concerts and a fireworks display are planned for the Fourth of July weekend on the state Capitol grounds.
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Home » Stories » See Sid the Science Kid at the October Sky Rocket Boys Festival
WVPB Pressroom PublishedSid the Science Kid will be at the October Sky Rocket Boys Festival on Saturday, Oct. 5 at New River Park from 1 to 3 p.m.
The walkabout character will assist at the launch pad and be available for photos.
This year’s October Sky Rocket Boys Festival is Oct. 4-6 at two locations, Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine and New River Park. Learn more…
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