Charles Town, WV – Hear ye, hear ye. (Remember how events were announced back in the Revolutionary War days?)
On September 24, 2010, HMS Technologies, Inc. will be presenting the 2nd Annual Patriot’s Path Foundation Golf Tournament at the Locust Hill Golf Course in Charles Town, W. Va.
In discussing the decision to be the presentation sponsor for...
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Shepherdstown, WV – It’s a 30 year tradition at one of the classiest spots in the MidAtlantic region. The historic Bavarian Inn – nestled atop the Potomac River on the border of West Virginia and Maryland, will celebrate Octoberfest on Sunday, September 19, 2010, from 1 to 6 p.m.
You can enjoy German food, desserts,...
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Middletown – Out with the old. In with the new. Today, Wayside Theatre Artistic Director Warner Crocker announced the third play of the 2010-2011 season – Striking 12 – as well as its cast and performance schedule. Written by Groove Lilly, the musical comedy Striking 12, will run August 28 through September 25, 2010.
“Wayside...
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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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Shenandoah Valley, VA – On Saturday, August 14, 2010, beginning at 7 a.m., the Route 11 Yard Crawl will return for its sixth year. From New Market, Virginia in the South to Stephens City to the North, the “Crawl” has grown into a 50-mile junk & treasure adventure.
The Shenandoah County Chamber Advisory Group, along...
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Orkney Springs, VA – The Valley Music Scene – The third weekend of the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival in Orkney Springs, Va. on August 13 and 14, 2010, will feature: one of the nation’s best known Grammy-winning singer/songwriter on her first summer tour in years, and a chart-topping Irish folk-rock band.
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On Friday, August 13...
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Fort AP Hill, Va – For the first time in the history of the Boy Scouts of America, the entire Scouting community will be brought together for a single, nationwide event to celebrate the organization’s 100th birthday, and reflect on what the organization has meant to millions of America’s youth.
Shining Our Light Across the...
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Front Royal, VA – B.K. Haynes, long-time real estate guru, broker, and author, has recently listed some interesting properties out near the Shenandoah Valley, just into West Virginia. These are not your run-of-the-mill acreages. They are perfect for an out-of-the-way secure family retreat, or a remote campground to be shared by one or more...
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Edinburg, VA – Felix and Oscar are alive and well, and so is Community Theater in the Shenandoah Valley. It enriches the lives of cast and audience members alike at every turn.
Just a reminder that auditions for Theater Shenandoah’s Fall production of the Neil Simon play, The Odd Couple, are scheduled for next weekend...
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Planet Earth - Hear, or should I say “here” is some “food” for thought – The significance of July 11, 2010, and thereabouts:
Here/hear is what five top astrologers have to say about the rare Total Solar Eclipse and New Moon which both happen this Sunday, following the line up of five planets that occurred...
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Middletown, VA – And …you never know who will answer. Wayside Theatre Artistic Director Warner Crocker is pleased to announce the second play of the 2010-2011 season, the comedy, Dead Man’s Cell Phone. Written by Sarah Ruhl, the play runs July 17 through August 14, 2010, and is sponsored by Computer and Copier of...
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Williamsburg area, Virginia – Busch Gardens is celebrating summer in a big way with a cool deal for families – free admission for kids 9 and younger. From June 21 through August 31 2010, Virginia residents can get a free child’s admission to Busch Gardens – a $51.95 value -with the purchase of an...
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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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Harrisonburg, VA – Tonight, withstanding an early-morning polling place software glitch, the special election for the Virginia House of Delegates seat in the Shenandoah Valley is history. Broadway businessman Tony Wilt (R) has beat Kai Degner (D), as well as Carolyn Frank (I).
26th District Election Results (unofficial)
- Across Rockingham County, Wilt picked up 4,218...
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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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Luray, VA – Summer days …they are on their way. In years past, kids would learn how to camp, how to build fires, how to survive in the wilderness. They’d go on family outings and learn how to hike trails safely. Seems like these days, more kids end up playing video games. Perhaps, there...
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Middletown, VA – Pictures are just coming in from the production of the play, Shenandoah, a classic tale of one Virginia man, Charlie Anderson, a widower, who didn’t want to get involved in the U.S. Civil War, but his family ended up pulled into the war through circumstances beyond his control. (Jimmy Stewart played...
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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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Harrisonburg, VA - Seven musical groups based in Virginia are performing at James Madison University (JMU) in the “Concerts on the Lawn Series.” The outdoor performances are being held on Sunday evenings through June 27, 2010.
The free outdoor concerts are sponsored by the College of Visual and Performing Arts.
Families are welcome to bring picnic...
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Edinburg, VA - The Kill, the newest murder mystery book to evolve from the rich fox hunting tradition of Virginia’s hunt country will be discussed at Fran Romeo & Company, 212 North Main Street in Edinburg, Virginia, on Sunday, June 6, 2010 from 2 to 4 p.m.
This special event, is in celebration of Jan...
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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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Washington, D.C. – Well, here’s a Smithsonian Museum that I didn’t even know existed: The National Postal Museum. And, their exhibits are both fun and educational.
A Part of History: FDR and the U.S. Postal Stamp
Franklin D. Roosevelt, president during the Great Depression, used stamps to communicate with the American people. He was an avid...
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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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Tags: barbeque, Clarke County, Events, family fun, Frederick County, Memorial Day, Memorial Day Weekend, military, Page County, Rockingham County, Shenandoah caverns, Shenandoah County, Shenandoah Valley, start of summer, thanks, Things to Do
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