Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and First Lady Joanne Jaeger Tomblin today invited West Virginians to attend the 2014 Easter Carnival, which will take place at the State Capitol Complex, Saturday, April 19, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
“Joanne and I hope you will stop by the State Capitol as we kick-off spring with the annual Easter Carnival,” Gov. Tomblin. “This year’s carnival will feature face painting, games, food, and of course an appearance by the much anticipated Easter Bunny. Before you leave for the afternoon, we hope you will stop by the Culture Center for the sixth annual A. James Manchin Memorial Marble Tournament.”
“The Governor and I invite all West Virginians, young and old, to join us for a fun-filled celebration of the season.” First Lady Tomblin said. “We look forward to continuing this wonderful tradition and we hope that this year’s Easter carnival will the biggest one yet.”
The North Plaza of the State Capitol Complex will be transformed into an Easter Carnival complete with games, prizes, food and an appearance by the Easter Bunny. Door prizes for children 12 years old and under will be awarded at noon. For more information about the Easter Carnival, click here.
Immediately following the Easter Carnival, the West Virginia Division of Culture and History will host the sixth annual A. James Manchin Memorial Marble Tournament. For more information about the tournament, contact Rachel Moses, cultural program specialist for the Division, at (304) 558-0220, ext. 127.
