Stories of West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle
The Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA), Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Chamber of Commerce, along with the county and municipal governments have teamed up to present a “Work Local” resource fair for local residents looking for new career opportunities. Read the Full Story >>
Celebrate the magic of ‘firefly season’ with an evening firefly walk at Cool Spring Preserve with Ariel Firebaugh, Director of Scientific Engagement at Blandy Experimental Farm, a UVA research facility and arboretum located near Winchester, VA. Stroll along the trails of the preserve and learn why fireflies flash, what they eat, and other fun facts Read the Full Story >>
In celebration of the Summer Solstice weekend, join Carolyn Duckworth at Cool Springs Preserve for a learning session on journaling. Read the Full Story >>
Chirine El Ansary grew up between Egypt and France. Chirine brings a physical approach to storytelling and a deep interest in how words and movements can merge to create atmospheres, generate emotions, and convey precise images. Read the Full Story >>
The Shenandoah Planing Mill (SPM) will host its annual “Summertime at the Mill” event on June 12, from 9 am to 6 pm. Most events will be outside, including exhibits by the artists of Over The Mountain Studio Tour, demonstrations by local artisans and craftspeople, and music by Mink’s Miracle Medicine. Read the Full Story >>
In the upcoming June 1 election, Ranson residents will vote for Mayor and 2 City Council seats. The last day to register to vote in the election is May 11. Voters have multiple options for casting their vote - absentee, early in person, and in person on election day. Concern for COVID-19 exposure is a valid medical reason for requesting an absentee ballot. Read the Full Story >>
In the upcoming May 27 election, Charles Town residents will vote for Mayor and 5 City Council seats. The last day to register to vote in the election is May 6. Voters have multiple options for casting their vote - absentee, early in person, and in person on election day. Concern for COVID-19 exposure is a valid medical reason for requesting an absentee ballot. Read the Full Story >>
The Festival is back for 2021 with 60+ local artisans with 100% handcrafted gifts, live music, and food trucks. Saturday, May 1 from 11 am to 5 pm at Sam Michael’s Park. Read the Full Story >>
The Berkeley Arts Council is offering a 4-session, online class appropriate for students who have no watercolor painting experience as well as those who currently paint with watercolors but who want to improve their techniques. Read the Full Story >>
The annual festival is a chance to peek inside some historic buildings and see artifacts and displays of this history. Events include historic house tours, ghost tours, food and music performances. Read the Full Story >>
Enjoy an online interactive preview concert of the upcoming ACMF summer festival, broadcast live on YouTube on May 2 starting at 2 pm. Read the Full Story >>
On June 12, when the sun goes down, hundreds of luminarias light the way under the stars to remember those lost to cancer, those fighting cancer, and those who have fought cancer and won. This ceremony of light symbolizes the hope and perseverance with which we all continue to fight. Read the Full Story >>
The Harpers Ferry Park Association organizes monthly hikes in and around historic Harpers Ferry WV. The May “Bark Ranger Walk” on Saturday May 22 starts at 10 am and is a 3.5 mile easy walk exploring the Armory Canal Trail and Virginius Island on Saturday May 22. Read the Full Story >>
Berkeley Arts Council is presenting an eclectic gathering of works for its 11th annual Art & Earth Exhibit. Each piece contains an energy, vibrancy and relevance of the “now” that collectively represent a fullness of “Life” in its various states. Read the Full Story >>
Johnny Moses (Whis.stem.men.knee) is a Tulalip Native American raised in the Nuu-Chan-nulth village of Ohiat on the west coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. Moses was raised in the traditional ways by his grandparents and sent by his elders to share their teachings with all people. Read the Full Story >>
