Up Next Charlie West

06/05/2026

Introducing our June Member of the Month, Sarah Wright!

Sarah Wright serves as Executive Director of Fund for the Arts, supporting 11 local arts organizations and helping ensure the arts remain a vibrant part of life in the Kanawha Valley. She works to elevate West Virginia’s creative economy by producing vibrant, community-centered events like Brunch Bites & The Arts in the summer and Capital Cocktail Classic in the fall. Through dynamic programming and partnerships, Fund for the Arts attracts visitors, supports local arts organizations, and showcases the cultural heartbeat of our region. This work helps position the arts as a key driver of tourism, community vitality, and economic development in Southern West Virginia.

A Charleston native and WVU graduate, Sarah is passionate about the Mountain State and dedicated to connecting people to the arts while helping local organizations thrive. When she’s not working to advance the arts community, she enjoys fitness, playing piano, creating wildlife-friendly gardens for native pollinators, and spending time with her family. She is deeply committed to bringing joy, inspiration, and enrichment to the lives of West Virginians.

06/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for First Tuesdays last night! It was a fantastic evening of networking, connecting, and enjoying great company in downtown Charleston.

A special thank you to Capitol Social for hosting us and to DJEJ for creating the perfect summer vibe all evening long.

We’d also like to recognize our Member of the Month, Sarah Wright with Fund for the Arts, for sharing more about their important mission and the exciting events coming up in our community. We appreciate all they do to support and celebrate the arts in our region!

We loved seeing so many familiar and new faces and can’t wait to do it again next month. In the meantime, we hope to see you next week at MeetUp 64 at Fireside Grille in Putnam County!

06/01/2026

TOMORROW!!! We hope to see you all at Capitol Social from 5-7 pm!
The weather looks perfect for stopping by after work! Bring yourself, or a friend & we'll see you all tomorrow 😊

NEXT WEEK: Join us for Up Next Charlie West First Tuesdays on Tuesday, June 2 from 5–7PM at Capitol Social in downtown Charleston! 🎉

We’re no strangers to this spot, but now’s your chance to come see what’s new under new ownership! Expect the best vibes, great networking, delicious food, drinks, and of course DJEJ bringing the energy all evening long. 🎶

Whether you’re looking to connect, catch up with friends, or just kick off summer in downtown Charleston, this is the place to be. We can’t wait to see everyone there! ✨

05/27/2026

NEXT WEEK: Join us for Up Next Charlie West First Tuesdays on Tuesday, June 2 from 5–7PM at Capitol Social in downtown Charleston! 🎉

We’re no strangers to this spot, but now’s your chance to come see what’s new under new ownership! Expect the best vibes, great networking, delicious food, drinks, and of course DJEJ bringing the energy all evening long. 🎶

Whether you’re looking to connect, catch up with friends, or just kick off summer in downtown Charleston, this is the place to be. We can’t wait to see everyone there! ✨

05/13/2026

What a perfect night for First (second) Tuesdays! ☀️ Last night truly felt like the kickoff to summer, and we’re so grateful to everyone who came out to connect, laugh, and spend the evening with us.

A huge thank you to Lola's for the incredible hospitality (and the amazing pizza & sangria 🍕🍷) and to DJEJ for always bringing the perfect vibes!

We already can’t wait to do it all again next month. Stay tuned for details & see you then! ✨

05/13/2026

Thank you so much for joining us! 💛

05/06/2026

CALLING ALL YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: Join us for Up Next Charlie West on Tuesday, May 12th from 5-7 pm at ! Come for the connections, stay for the vibes 🎶 don’t miss it, you’ll never know who you might bump into! 😉

04/27/2026

📆Mark your calendars for our next First Tuesdays… happening on the SECOND Tuesday this time! 🎉 Join us on May 12 from 5–7 PM at Lolas for an evening of pizza, sangria, good vibes, and great opportunities to connect with others in our community. We’d love to see you there! 🍕🍷

04/22/2026

What makes you happy? ✨
For us, it’s seeing Charleston’s young professionals connect, grow, and make this city even better.
Up Next Charlie West is switching things up for May! We’re holding off on our usual First Tuesday so everyone can enjoy Cinco De Mayo festivities and the WVU vs. Marshall baseball game at GoMart Ballpark ⚾️🌮

Join us instead on the SECOND Tuesday (May 12) at Lola’s from 5–7 PM for another great evening of networking, new connections, and good vibes.
We can’t wait to see everyone next month 🤩

04/14/2026

Introducing our April Member of the Month, Allison Green! 🤩

As Director of Development for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Tri-State, Allison Green is dedicated to building strong relationships that fuel the organization’s mission. She leads fundraising strategy and partners with individuals, businesses, and foundations to ensure continued growth and impact for youth across the region.

A native of Ashland, Kentucky, Allison is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. She returned to the Tri-State area in 2020 with her husband, where they now live with their son. Outside of her professional work, Allison enjoys cooking, running, traveling, and spending time with her family. She is deeply passionate about using philanthropy to create meaningful, lasting change in the lives of local youth.

Join Allison on May 20th for Bowl for Kids Sake at River Alley in St. Albans!