More About the MOVMCF
History:
The MOVMCF was founded in 1996 by Eugene Donaway, Beatrice Corra, and a small group of citizens in Parkersburg, WV, as a way to enhance multi-cultural appreciation in the Mid-Ohio Valley. Dedicated volunteers have worked tirelessly to secure funding, conduct research, and engage culturally diverse performers, concessionaires, and vendors in order to provide a free, three-day, outdoor celebration of various cultures and nationalities. These efforts to enhance multi-cultural awareness and understanding have made a very positive impact on the quality of life in the Mid-Ohio Valley by opening lines of communication among diverse groups and providing a celebration of their diversity.
WV has a small minority population and, often, artists and entertainers must be solicited from larger metropolitan areas such as Columbus, Pittsburgh, and New York. These artists travel to WV, often staying overnight, bringing friends and family with them. The MOVMCF has increased tourism to the area and introduced WV to many people who may not otherwise have visited.
Mission:
The mission of the MOVMCF is to offer a free annual festival which encourages the appreciation and recognition of community diversity through entertainment, cuisine, education, and artistic expression of all cultures.
Objectives:
* Enhance multi-cultural awareness through artistic expression
* Celebrate, perpetuate and preserve diverse art and culture
* Recognize common traditions
Board Members:
Here's How To Find Us:
Parkersburg City Park
The MOVMCF was founded in 1996 by Eugene Donaway, Beatrice Corra, and a small group of citizens in Parkersburg, WV, as a way to enhance multi-cultural appreciation in the Mid-Ohio Valley. Dedicated volunteers have worked tirelessly to secure funding, conduct research, and engage culturally diverse performers, concessionaires, and vendors in order to provide a free, three-day, outdoor celebration of various cultures and nationalities. These efforts to enhance multi-cultural awareness and understanding have made a very positive impact on the quality of life in the Mid-Ohio Valley by opening lines of communication among diverse groups and providing a celebration of their diversity.
WV has a small minority population and, often, artists and entertainers must be solicited from larger metropolitan areas such as Columbus, Pittsburgh, and New York. These artists travel to WV, often staying overnight, bringing friends and family with them. The MOVMCF has increased tourism to the area and introduced WV to many people who may not otherwise have visited.
Mission:
The mission of the MOVMCF is to offer a free annual festival which encourages the appreciation and recognition of community diversity through entertainment, cuisine, education, and artistic expression of all cultures.
Objectives:
* Enhance multi-cultural awareness through artistic expression
* Celebrate, perpetuate and preserve diverse art and culture
* Recognize common traditions
Board Members:
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Rick Rubin President Owner of Rubin's Deli & Catering (mobile division) and Rubin's Rental Properties |
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Charlotte Owens Vice President Instructor, Hocking College |
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Jessica "Chavi" Duckworth Secretary Samadhi Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Instructor Owner of Chavi Productions |
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Tony Brown Treasurer Senior Accountant, Perry & Associates, CPA's |
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Bea Corra Past President Co-Founder of Festival Employee at Bureau of Public Debt |
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Jennifer Randolph Director Assistant Instructor with S. H. Kang's Tae Kwon Do Academy Parkersburg, WV at the Elite Sports Center MOVMCF Web Developer |
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Angie Iafrate Director Hoopnotica Hoopdance Instructor Mid-Ohio Valley Hoopla, Owner Ventanitas Spanish Play School, Founder & Teacher |
Here's How To Find Us:
Parkersburg City Park
1920 Park Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101
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Jennifer Randolph Director Assistant Instructor with S. H. Kang's Tae Kwon Do Academy Parkersburg, WV at the Elite Sports Center MOVMCF Web Developer |
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Jennifer Randolph Director Assistant Instructor with S. H. Kang's Tae Kwon Do Academy Parkersburg, WV at the Elite Sports Center MOVMCF Web Developer |
Special Needs:
Large print programs, braille event schedules and sign language interpretation are available on some presentations. These accommodations can be provided with an advance notice by contacting the festival office at 304-428-5554 three weeks prior to the event. No pets on festival grounds. Service animals are welcome.
Ohio Relay Service 800-750-0750. West Virginia Relay Service 800-682-8706.
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 2050 Parkersburg, WV 26102
304-428-5554
movmcf@gmail.com
Large print programs, braille event schedules and sign language interpretation are available on some presentations. These accommodations can be provided with an advance notice by contacting the festival office at 304-428-5554 three weeks prior to the event. No pets on festival grounds. Service animals are welcome.
Ohio Relay Service 800-750-0750. West Virginia Relay Service 800-682-8706.
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 2050 Parkersburg, WV 26102
304-428-5554
movmcf@gmail.com
