Weirton Edition: Serbian Picnic Grounds - Wednesday Chickens

By Candace Nelson - 7:04 PM

Serbian Picnic Ground chickens

"Every summer Wednesday since 1969, members of the Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church Men’s Club have gathered at the Serbian Picnic Grounds along King’s Creek outside of Weirton.

Serbian Picnic Ground chickens

In a long, cement block building, they mill about in the dawn light, eating donuts, drinking coffee, and reading the morning paper. They’re here for a weekly fundraiser they call a “Chicken Blast,” for which they roast 300-400 chickens and sell them to the Weirton community (WVPB)."

Serbian Picnic Ground chickens

When I was young, my family would go here often during the summer. They have a little playground where I would have fun with friends, while the adults would chat and play cards.

Serbian Picnic Ground chickens

It's really a simple fundraiser that has turned more into a cultural phenom. It's a whole process that the locals know by heart.

Serbian Picnic Ground chickens

Staring at 6 a.m. on summer Wednesdays, people can call 304-748-9866 to reserve their chicken. They then have to be picked up by 6 p.m. and cost $8. My dad and I made the trip so I could relive this childhood experience. He knew just where to go, and we got in line, and our chicken was ready to go.

Serbian Picnic Ground chickens

The chicken is like a small rotisserie chicken that is hot, tender and moist. Each person could enjoy their own. It as fun to participate again and get a tasty meal. Plus, we also saw this cool Peter Tarr Furnace on the way.

Serbian Picnic Ground chickens

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