Little Princess Ball at North Bend State Park Jan. 2

           Daughters and dads are invited to start the New Year right by attending the “Little Princess Ball” at North Bend State Park. This exclusive party is schedule for Saturday, Jan. 2, for fathers with their princess or princesses ages 5-12.

            “We see events planned primarily for women and children, but rarely for dads and daughters” says Kristi Steed, North Bend’s meeting planner. “The Little Princesses Ball is a first for North Bend, and we’re taking a lot of calls. The first question the girls ask is ‘Can I wear my party dress?’ and the answer is ‘absolutely.’”

            The “Little Princess Ball” package includes an overnight stay at North Bend Lodge on Jan. 2, dinner for two with a choice of two seating times, dance, sundae bar, crafts and game time, snacks, Daddies’ Den, taxes and gratuities for $99 per father/daughter reservation. Additional princesses (sisters) are welcome for only $21.70. The Daddies’ Den will be located in the park’s comfortable lobby complete with Wi-Fi service, big screen TV to watch the game and snacks while the girls enjoy the craft and game room. The Princess Ball is from 7 – 9 p.m., hosted by DJ Jack Horton of V96.9.  Princess photo time is from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. with each girl and dad receiving a memory photo. 

            North Bend State Park is located in Ritchie County, W.Va., near Harrisville. The park features a 29-room lodge, nine vacation cabins, two campgrounds, North Bend Rail Trail, 304-acre lake, fishing, full-service restaurant, picnicking, and hiking trails. Open year-round, this state park is noted for its affordable overnight packages and special events. 

            Other 2010 upcoming events include:  Winter Wonder Weekend, Jan. 15-17; Organized and Energized, Jan. 30; Sweetheart Weekend, Feb. 12-14; Quilters Retreat, Feb. 21-26; Women’s Getaway Weekend, March 19-21; and The Needle Stitch-In, March 21-26.  Additional events and packages are online at www.northbendsp.com or call North Bend at 304-643-2931.