Recreation News, July 2015

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Winchester area is a great getaway Enjoying the Shenandoah Valley Welcome to

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2015 Special Events August 15 - Art in the Barn September 12 - Wine Fest October 17 & 18 - Battle of Cedar Creek Anniversary November 7 & 8 - Antique Appraisal & Traditional Crafts Fair

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Tucked up in the northwest corner of Virginia, the charming town of Winchester is a delightful get-away-from-it-all destination only 90 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Washington, D.C. The town is steeped in fascinating history — particularly that of the Revolutionary War and Civil War — but also offers fun stuff including bluegrass and jazz bands, a children’s museum and splash pad, ghost walks, a tap house, 60 places to shop, and 35 restaurants. And, it’s all within walking distance of downtown. A good place to enjoy Winchester’s hospitality is the George Washington Hotel in Old Town. Built in 1924, it was totally renovated and reopened in 2008. “We’re a friendly, cozy hotel, but also beautiful and elegant,� said the hotel’s Suzie Smith. There are numerous original elements in the building and lots of interesting memorabilia on display, plus a unique Roman bathstyle pool. A walk along the two-block Loudoun Street Pedestrian Mall offers more than a dozen eateries, ranging from a 1949-era grill and several coffee shops to Italian, Mexican, Cajun, and Thai restaurants. For something different, choose from 50 burgers and 50 beers at the recently opened 50/50 Tap House on Cork Street. “One of the main things I wanted to achieve was to bring in unusual beers people don’t have

access to in other places,� said Jason Connolly, the owner. “The meat is fresh — brisket, chuck, and short ribs ground together.� With burgers such as the “Fat Elvis,� which features peanut butter, bacon, and bananas, Connolly said, “We wanted to have fun with our menu.�

Let’s play! The Bright Box Theater has a relaxed, fun atmosphere. It hosts shows with talented comedians and musicians on Thursdays and Fridays. You can choose from three nightly ghost walks with Ghost Tours of Old Town guides who wear 19th-century costumes. “I do this to educate people on history and the paranormal,� said owner Jean Woolsey. “My specialty is Civil War ghosts.� Her group also offers family-friendly scavenger hunts around the town. The younger generation might opt for fun at the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum on Cork Street. Its hands-on, STEM-oriented exhibits are topped off by Winchester’s first rooftop garden, which is comprised of plants native to Virginia. And, don’t forget the free Splash Pad on the mall (with adjacent bathrooms) for cooling off on a hot day.

Mort Kunstler exhibit

There are a number of interesting museums in town, but a special exhibit of artwork by renowned artist Mort Kunstler at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley is well worth a visit. More than 80 pieces of Kunstler’s work are on display through Aug. 2. He is well-known for his meticulously researched paintings of the American Civil War, but he has also done numerous movie posters, advertising, and even the famous Jaws cover for MAD The first retrospective exhibition exploring the career of magazine. renowned artist and illustrator Mort Kßnstler, The Art of

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Adventure is only on view until August 2, 2015. Don’t miss it!

Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Biennial Conference - July 17-24 Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre Broadway Musicals - All Month

Organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

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“George Washington really started his political career here,� said Jennifer Bell, who promotes downtown Winchester. A visit to

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