The Woman's Club of Wheeling

05/31/2026

Locals in Wheeling, WV swear by Coleman's Fish Market when you want seafood that feels straight-from-the-dock fresh. You walk in to that clean, salty smell, a busy counter, and coolers packed with glistening fillets while someones calling out the next order. You load up on thick salmon, sweet shrimp, and flaky white fish thats ready for the pan, plus crab cakes and house-made dips that make dinner feel handled. You grab a few lemon wedges, seasoning, and maybe a chowder to-go, and you realize this is the kind of stop that quietly upgrades your whole week. Its quick to get in and out, the prices feel fair for the quality, and the crew is friendly in that no-nonsense, local way. You leave already planning what youre cooking next.

04/28/2026

The Woman’s Club of Wheeling hosted the GFWC WV Northern District Spring Workshop at Christ United Methodist Church on Saturday April 25. President Linda Snodgrass welcomed the women. Jeanne Amidon, District President, presided at the event. Twenty seven members from the five district clubs participated. Some topics covered included membership recruitment ideas, leadership development, state report guidelines, information and dates on upcoming events including the GFWC WV Summer Conference in August and the State Convention in March. The ladies enjoyed lunch and the opportunity to learn about important issues to share with their club members.

04/18/2026

The members of The Woman’s Club of Wheeling held an Inaugural Luncheon and installation ceremony for the newly elected 2026-2028 officers and community service program chairmen. Outgoing President Vicki Jo Smith presided at the event and introduced the guests at the head table and the current officers. Jeanne Amidon, GFWC WV Northern District Federation President and Terri Diamond, GFWC West Virginia State President, were introduced. A lovely lunch was served catered by the Hall of Fame restaurant. Special thanks to the Hospitality Committee and Chairmen Debbie Archey and Janice Ritner for handling the event. President Diamond did the installation ceremony: Linda Snodgrass, President; Barb LaRue, 1st Vice President and Fundraising Chairman; Eileen Simon and Jamesie Beecroft, 2nd Vice Presidents and Program Chairmen; Linda Tuel, Recording Secretary; Janet Jaquay, Correspondence Secretary; and Vicki Jo Smith, Trustee. Also installed were Community Service Program Chairmen Lisa Stewart, Arts and Culture; Ann Coleman and Pam Milton, Civic Engagement and Outreach; Patty Boyd, Education and Libraries; Barb McConnaughy, Environment; and Judy Szymialis, Health and Wellness. Ruth Richardson was appointed as Child Welfare Chairman. After the installation, the ladies were entertained by Lee Dean, tribute show singer, performing songs by Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. After the show, the board members elected Sandy Letzelter as Treasurer and Sue Hvizdos as Assistant Treasurer.

04/17/2026

Photos from the The Inaugural Luncheon Today

04/17/2026

Elvis visited The Woman Club of Wheeling Today

04/17/2026

04/17/2026

04/12/2026

The Woman’s Club of Wheeling held an election for officers and community service programs chairmen and trustee for the 2026-2028 administration at the general meeting on April 10. The ladies will be installed by GFWC WV state president Terri Diamond at the Inaugural Luncheon on April 17. Pictures of the current 2024-2026 were taken after the Board Meeting on the staircase at Monument Place. Vicki Jo Smith, current president, delivered a State of Affairs address to the members announcing the successful two years of member participation collecting needed items and raising money to benefit charitable organizations. A beautiful remembrance ceremony was presented by the Health and Wellness Community Service Program Chairman, Kathy Neidhardt, to honor seven deceased members who were involved in the club’s activities during their service years. After the meeting, the members enjoyed a performance by comedian Michelle Krajecki. Born in Chicago, her stand up comedy comes from her middle class views and family values.

03/31/2026

Eight members of The Woman’s Club of Wheeling volunteered for two hours on March 26 at The Catholic Charities Neighborhood Center. The ladies helped by cutting a variety of vegetables and serving dinner to those in need. Those who participated were Barb LaRue, Liz McKee, Carol Ramser, Vicki Jo Smith, Becky Tucker, Lisa Stewart, Kathy Neidhardt, and Janet Jaquay. It is a pleasure to get together to help this remarkable organization. At the March 27 general meeting Jill Spangler, Director of Clinical Nutrition from WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital spoke to members about healthy eating options. Also, after the meeting the ladies enjoyed listening to Joe Scalissi perform. Joe is perhaps the most authentic and accurate tribute singer for Dean Martin, and is internationally recognized. The Woman’s Club of Wheeling is involved in a variety of volunteer work and projects that benefit the community and also the members.

03/31/2026

Members of The Woman’s Club of Wheeling enjoyed celebrating and recognizing those members who received awards at the March GFWC WV State Convention at the Greenbrier. President Vicki Jo Smith presented 12 certificates to the winners at the March 27 general meeting. The club was awarded with two certificates for recognition as an Honor Club and another as a Superior Club. First place awards were presented to Linda Tuel for best Newsletter and best overall; to Lexie Hanket for Membership; and to Paula Polosky for Civic Engagement and Outreach, Operation Smile. Second place awards were presented to Lisa Sasso, Arts and Culture; Liz McKee for Communications and Public Relations and WV Clubwoman Newsletter involvement; Barb McConnaughy for Education and Libraries and the ESO Reading project. Third place awards were presented to Vicki Jo Smith, President, for Leadership Award; Judy Szymialis for Environment; Linda Snodgrass, 1st Vice President, for Fundraising; and Barb LaRue for WV State President’s Project called HOME. Photography awards were also presented in the World in Pictures category: Lisa Sasso, first place; Karen Smith, second place and third place. Six awards were presented for the Arts and Crafts Competition to Sandy Smith winning 3; Janet Andrews; Pat Kettler; and Lisa Stewart, second place. In Paper Creations category, Lisa Sasso received 2 first place awards.
Four local schools participated in the Pennies for Arts competition sponsored by the Arts and Culture Community Service Program. This event is organized by GFWC WV where students from local schools are recognized and rewarded for their artistic talents. Sixteen projects were represented by Ohio County students. The Linsly School had 3 first place winners and 1 third place. Triadelphia Middle School was awarded a first place and a third place overall. Bridge Street Middle School was awarded in both Visual Arts and crafts with four first place winners. Wheeling Park High School won 3 first place, 1 second place, and 1 third place. First place overall winners presented money to their schools. Congratulations to all the winners.