Chuck Mathena Center

10/12/2026

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

A timeless love story. Breathtaking choreography. An unforgettable evening of beauty and grace.

We are thrilled to announce that World Ballet Company is returning to the Chuck Mathena Center with SWAN LAKE on Tuesday, April 27, 2027!

Experience the magic of one of the world's most beloved ballets as this spectacular production brings Tchaikovsky's unforgettable music, stunning costumes, and extraordinary choreography to our stage.

From the first note to the final curtain, Swan Lake promises an evening that will leave audiences spellbound.

TICKET ON SALE INFORMATION
2026 CMC Members are on sale NOW!

VENUE PRESALE
Tuesday, October 13 at 10 AM through Thursday, October 15 at 11 PM

PUBLIC ON SALE
Friday, October 16 at 10 AM

Tickets will be available at chuckmathenacenter.org.

Whether you're a lifelong ballet enthusiast or attending your very first ballet, this is your chance to experience the magic of Swan Lake right here in southern West Virginia. Some stories are timeless. Some performances are unforgettable. This one is both.

10/10/2026

Tonight, the magic of Ireland comes to Princeton!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of incredible Irish dancing, breathtaking music, and the energy of a show that will have you tapping your feet from beginning to end!

A Taste of Ireland takes the stage at the Chuck Mathena Center TONIGHT, October 10, at 7:30 PM (outside doors open at 6:30 PM)!

You don’t have to travel across the ocean to experience the spirit of Ireland. We’re bringing it right here to southern West Virginia!

There’s still time to make plans for a Saturday night out. Grab your tickets, bring a friend, and experience something extraordinary!

Don’t just hear about it tomorrow. Be here tonight!

Tickets available at chuckmathenacenter.org.

10/03/2026

Rain or shine, Southern Thunder at PSHS deserves a crowd!

It looks like Mother Nature may have plans of her own, but don’t let a little rain keep you home. Grab a poncho, throw on your Tiger gear, and head out to support Southern Thunder at PSHS!

These kids have put in countless hours of hard work, and a little rain shouldn’t drown out the support from the stands.

Ponchos on. Cheer loud. We hope to see you at Southern Thunder!

09/29/2026

HEY, JUNIORS & SENIORS!
The Charles T. “Chuck” Mathena II Foundation is proud to be part of tonight’s Scholarship Extravaganza at MCTEC!
If the arts have been part of your high school story, we’d love for you to stop by our table and learn more about the Charles T. “Chuck” Mathena II Foundation Scholarship and how to apply.
There are so many opportunities available to Mercer County students, and tonight is a great chance to explore them all in one place.

📍 MCTEC Seminar Center
📅 Tonight, September 29
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
Drop in anytime!

Come see us, grab some information, and start thinking about what comes next. Your talent can take you places.

Attention juniors, seniors, and families! Mercer County Public Schools and GEAR UP Southern WV invite you to our Scholarship Extravaganza on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the MCTEC Seminar Center.

Stop by at your convenience to:

Meet admissions and financial aid representatives from local colleges
Learn about scholarship opportunities available through community organizations
Collect resources for college, military, and career pathways

Light refreshments will be provided. Come get information that could help make your next step after high school more affordable and achievable!

Questions? Contact Gail Webb at 304-431-1239 or Jenny Collis at 304-431-1277.

09/25/2026

Julia Kade brought in some of her Dolly treasures for us to enjoy today, and they made us smile so much we had to share them with you, too! We love seeing these vintage albums and, of course, the Dolly doll. Thanks for sharing a little bit of your collection with us.

Now we want to know… who else has some Dolly treasures tucked away at home?

09/25/2026

Happy Dolly Day! Today, on 9/25, we celebrate Dolly Parton and the spirit of kindness, generosity and giving that she inspires. We hope you will join us by doing a little good in your own community today.

We can’t wait to celebrate Dolly and her legacy of generosity with you and your family when Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol comes to town on November 14th!

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of West Virginia mails FREE, age-appropriate books to children from birth to age five, helping them build their own little libraries at home and develop a love of reading before they ever walk into a classroom. It’s an incredible program, but those books aren’t free to the local communities that make the program possible. If you’re able, we’d love for you to make a donation to help keep those books coming to children right here at home.

09/25/2026

THAT was a show! Brent Loper & The All-Star Band absolutely brought it tonight, and we loved every minute of it.

To everyone who came out, bought a ticket, took a chance on a night of live music and spent your evening with us, THANK YOU. Nights like this are exactly why we love what we do.

There is nothing quite like seeing a great band live, and this one was so special.

And thank you to Greg Barnett Photography for once again capturing the night so perfectly. These shots say it all!

Thanks for a great night, Mercer County. We’ll see you at the next one!

09/24/2026

Our friends at Princeton Home Supply have some free tickets up for grabs!

TONIGHT Brent Loper & The All Stars take the stage at 7PM, and if you don’t have plans yet, now you do.

Come spend your Thursday night with us. Good music, a great band, and plenty of songs you’ll be singing along to.

Tickets are still available. We’ll see you tonight!
https://ci.ovationtix.com/35994/production/1275645

09/24/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for the City of Princeton Boo Bash!
Register your business, church, organization, or group for our Fourth Annual Community Trick-or-Treat! Boo Bash is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, from 6PM to 8PM at the Chuck Mathena Center.
Join us for a fun-filled evening and help make this year's event a family-friendly, fun-filled experience for children and families throughout our community!
Trophies will be awarded for Best Participant Costume and Best Display!
For a Boo Bash registration form, please contact Chris Mabe at:
EMAIL: [email protected]
CALL: 304-920-5796

Registration is NOW OPEN for the City of Princeton Boo Bash!

Register your business, church, organization, or group for our Fourth Annual Community Trick-or-Treat! Boo Bash is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, from 6PM to 8PM at the Chuck Mathena Center.

Join us for a fun-filled evening and help make this year's event a family-friendly, fun-filled experience for children and families throughout our community!

Trophies will be awarded for Best Participant Costume and Best Display!

For a Boo Bash registration form, please contact Chris Mabe at:
EMAIL: [email protected]
CALL: 304-920-5796