Charles Town, WV – Take charge of your life, and your health. Next Tuesday, September 7, 2010, the Jefferson County Schools Adult and Community Education Program in Charles Town, WV, will be begin offering a brand new practical class that will help many people as they prepare gluten-free meals for their own well-being and enjoyment, as...
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From the beautiful Shenandoah Valley- There’s a lot to do and see near Route 11 in the Shenandoah Valley, traveling from Virginia in the South, up through West Virginia, into Maryland, and finally into Pennsylvania.
Here are some of the fairs and festivals that you and your family won’t want to miss during the rest...
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Tom’s Brook, VA – Here’s your chance to have fun and learn more about the history of the Shenandoah Valley at one of the places where it actually happened. The Shenandoah Germanic Heritage Museum’s is hosting the 1st Annual GermanFest.
The GermanFest, an Oktoberfest-like event, is set for Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 10 a.m....
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Downtown Harrisonburg, VA – Harrisonburg Farmers Market, working in cooperation with Virginia Cooperative Extension, Shenandoah Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) Council, and Shenandoah Valley Buy Fresh Buy Local, recently received grant funds from USDA’s Risk Management Agency and a private foundation to expand the availability and access of local, healthy farm fresh food to...
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Edinburg, VA – Terry McAuliffe, one of the nation’s top Democrats, will be the headline speaker at the Shenandoah County Democrats Annual Picnic – being held Saturday, July 17, 2010, starting at 5:00 p.m. in Edinburg Town Park – off Interstate 81.
Terry was Chair of the National Democratic Party and a candidate for...
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Middletown, VA – With the continued success of its production of the play, “Shenandoah,” Wayside Theatre is pleased to announce the addition of an exciting event to their 2010 summer performance calendar. Wayside’s Intern Company will take off their tattered Union and Confederate uniforms and wipe away their battle dirt for an intimate night...
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Woodstock, VA – Hey, all you fair lovers and animal lovers! Mark your calendars – This year, The Shenandoah County Fair – Virginia’s Friendliest Fair – will run August 27 through September 4, 2010. Features include: harness racing, food, rides, games, demolition derbies, a tractor pull, TNA wrestling amazing concerts, and animals of all...
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Orkney Springs, VA – Get ready for cool summer breezes and great tunes! The Shenandoah Valley Music Festival (SVMF) has announced their 2010 lineup.
During its 47 year history, the SVMF has gained a reputation throughout the Mid-Atlantic region as a place where: weekend travelers come to get away from it all, music lovers come...
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Strasburg, VA – With all of the talk about the dangers of nano-foods these days, it’s good to know a place where you can get real homegrown, fresh vegetables in the Shenandoah Valley.
Cristina’s Cafe at 219 W. King Street in Strasburg, Virginia, is now hosting a farmer’s market in their parking lot every Friday...
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Shenandoah Valley, VA – Well, it’s the official start to Summer in the Valley! Here are some of the great events planned for Memorial Day Weekend in the Shenandoah Valley. Grab the kids and come on out. Relax and enjoy!
In Winchester – Frederick County
Visit the Winchester Visitors web site for more information. On...
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Conicville, VA – Just announced: An interactive musical event – with some wine and country barbeque. Who could ask for anything better?
For the first time, the public will pick one of the acts for this summer’s Shenandoah Valley Music Festival line up- at the first ever “Barrels, Barbecue and Bands” on May 22...
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Woodstock, VA – If you’re looking for a fantastic place to take Mom for Mother’s Day this Saturday or Sunday, consider The Woodstock Cafe in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.
Saturday, May 8 and Sunday, May 9
Mother’s Day Dinners
Treat Mom to something special this year at the Cafe. The lights will be low, the...
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Williamsport, MD – Get ready to rumble and roll! On Saturday, May 8, they’ll be plenty of cars to see in southern Maryland. Make plans to come and join in the fun.
The Town Employees 4th Annual Classic Car Day will run from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. on May 8 at Byron Memorial Park...
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Berryville, VA – Straight from the heart of Susi Bailey come these Clarke County happenings for the month of May 2010:
- Saturday, MAY 1 – Northern Shenandoah Valley Sacred Harp and Shape Note Singers – performing from 4:00 – 8:00 PM at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Berryville VA.
Directions: From the intersection of Rt 7...
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Woodstock, VA – Winston Churchill once said, ” We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” His words provide the impetus for an inspirational and innovative social action event – led by students – that’s scheduled for tomorrow, April 24, 2010 in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.
Earth Day...
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Shenandoah Valley, Va. – April showers brings May flowers. The Valley is beginning to bloom. And, don’t miss out on the strawberries! On May 29 and 30, in Delaplane, enjoy the “Strawberry Festival” at Sky Meadows State Park.
Celebrate Spring,and the region’s strawberry season, with live music, arts and crafts, old-fashioned kids’ games, a...
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Staunton, VA – Mervyn Peake once wrote: “Each day I live in a glass room, unless I break it with the thrusting of my senses and pass through the splintered walls to the great landscape.” Whether you look at the world as a glass half empty or half full, you’re sure to...
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Front Royal, VA – Get ready to roll! Tomorrow, April 18, 2010, in Front Royal, Virginia, men and women alike are looking forward to attending the 6th Annual Spring All Ford Car Show – hosted by the Shenandoah Valley Mustang Club.
The event will be held at the Shenandoah Ford at 9135 Winchester Road from...
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Charles Town, West Virginia – Charles Town Races & Slots is getting ready to turn up the lights, roll out the red carpet and introduce a new name and new features to accompany the launch of table games in July. When the first dice roll, the West Virginia gaming and entertainment facility, owned by...
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Berryville, VA – Imagine green. Imagine sustainability. Imagine fun. April 22 is Earth Day and to celebrate, join hundreds in the Shenandoah Valley at Valley EarthFest 2010.
This Earth Day-inspired festival is eco-friendly to the max. The festival, now in its third year, continues to grow in popularity. The all-day event will be held in...
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Woodstock, VA – It’s the biggest fund raiser of the year for the Rotary Club of Woodstock, and one of the most popular community events. The Shrimp and Catfish Dinner will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2010, at The National Guard Armory, located at West Hoover Road in Woodstock.
Human beings helping human beings
Professionally-cooked...
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Tags: 4-Way Test, better world, catfish, earthling, earthlings, ethical behavior, ethics, fundraiser, human being, human beings, local charities, National Guard Armory, Service Above Self, shrimp, supper, Woodstock Rotary, Woodstock-VA
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Washington D.C. – According to the Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies (PEN), nanotechnology policy experts are urging that food additives that contain nanoscale materials be subject to new safety testing to ensure that their use does not pose unintended risks.
The Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies was established in April 2005 as a partnership between the Woodrow...
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Berryville, VA – Come on out to Clarke County, VA … and enjoy these family events during April, including free computer classes, the Dancing Beagle House Concert, and a number of low-cost, hearty community breakfast offerings.
Thursday April 1 – Opening Day Weekend at Watermelon Park - To celebrate we are running our “Cabin Fever...
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Tags: Athlone, breakfast, canoe, carbon footprint, Clarke County, concert, Dancing Beagle House, free computer class, kayak, library, Music, pancakes, VA, Watermelon Park, Woman's Club
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Shenandoah County, VA – We must be in control of our own food supply. To save family farms, we need to address how to finance small farms long-term. These issues are of vital importance to our area, and to the world. On April 7, 2010, Shenandoah Forum will hold the second in a series...
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Tags: Agriculture, agritourism, farm, farm to table, farming, financing, Food - Dining, forums, healthy food, local grown food, save family farm, saving the farm, Shenandoah Valley, vital issue, what you eat
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Winchester, VA – Get ready for the 83rd Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival to be held in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, April 23 – May 2, 2010.
2010 Music Line-up
The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival is proud to announce that its 21st Annual Envoy Bluegrass Festival has yet another unforgettable line-up.
The Martha White Bluegrass Express bus...
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Tags: 10K race, Apple Blossom Festival, bluegrass, CoalTown, concert, concerts, dance, family event, Lonesome River Band, Music, parade, Rhonda Vincent, Shenandoah Valley, The Rage, Winchester
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