The cozy, rustic Brazen Head Inn in Mingo was the site for our August luncheon. Named in honor of Dublin, Ireland's oldest pub (established in 1198), the Brazen Head Inn was built by innkeeper Will Fanning with the help of his sons Bryan and Stuart. The mammoth log cabin houses 20 quaint guestrooms with private baths. The inn features dove-tailed joints, double tongue and groove walls, and hardwood floors. The restaurant features hearty Irish-American fare and the pub offers Auld Sod's favorite beverages. On weekends you can catch the craic (Irish for party!) when local musicians come to jam.  Snowshoe Ski Resort is just a short distance away and other area pastimes include fishing, mountain biking, hiking, Civil War battlefields, trains, or just relaxing on the porch.

The Elkins Purple Majesties had a wonderful time and we were even serenaded by Will with the song "Red Hat Lady." Several EPM members also showed off their tattoos! A great time was had by all and I am sure we will return in 2005.