On Saturday, August 15, 2009, beginning at 3:00 pm, Long Fork Campground and the Mountain State Knights are hosting “The Red Party: A Party for the People” to benefit the Covenant House Food Pantry.  If you plan to come, simply bring along some nonperishable food items to donate.  But if you can’t make the party, there are several drop off points in Charleston where you can make a donation.  These are: Visions Day Spa, Bluegrass Kitchen, Tricky Fish, and, of course, Covenant House.

Covenant House was created in 1981 by Charleston citizens and groups committed to helping those with the fewest resources.  Their mission was to work for justice by offering direct services for West Virginians in need while creating social change through advocacy and education.  Covenant House provides assistance to the homeless population of the Kanawha Valley and to people living with HIV and AIDS.  They’re on the web at wvcovenanthouse.org.

Long Fork is a clothing optional retreat for the gay community located in the lush hills of West Virginia about 40 minutes north of Charleston.  Visit them on the web at www.longfork.com for more information.  Bring your own refreshments, but remember: no glass bottles around the pool.