Holiday Parties Set

{Charleston, West Virginia}…Invitations will soon be in the mail for the five holiday parties Governor Earl Ray Tomblin and first lady Joanne are hosting this year at the Governor's Mansion. The invitation-only, black-tie-optional affairs attract about 2,000 partygoers each year. Guests are typically members of the state's political elite, including elected officials, lobbyists and political constituents. The festivities kick off Friday, November 30th, with other parties following December 1st, December 8th, December 13th and December 15th. The events are slated to begin at 6:00 P.M. each night.