SUMMER in the valley Events happening in the area through September
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
• May 21-31
• May 25
• May 23
• May 26
Warren Heritage Society’s Riding High-75 Years Later exhibit highlighting Bing Crosby, the film “Riding High” and the 1950’s at 101 Chester St., Front Royal. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays– Saturdays. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Sherando High School Band’s annual charity golf tournament at Shenandoah Valley Golf Club, 134 Golf Club Circle, Front Royal. Prizes, live music, food. Information: 540-869-0060. Registration: birdease.com/ SHSBandGolf.
• May 23-24
Newtown Heritage Festival, Stephens City. Bounce house, fireworks at dusk, barrel rides for $3. Information: 540-869-3087, newtownheritagefestival.org.
• May 23-25
Schultz Theatre’s “The Kitchen Witches” at J. Frank Hillyard Middle School, 26 Hawks Hill Drive, Broadway. Information, tickets: 540-896-9600 or offbroadwayplayersva.org.
• May 24
9 a.m.-noon, Kids ROC the Market, South Street Barn Market at 411 S. Muhlenberg St., Woodstock, featuring Lorenzo & Friends puppet/magic show.
• May 24
1-7 p.m., Salute to Service Memorial at the Gazebo in Front Royal. Live music, guest speakers, exhibits of veteran and agriculture related support organizations and more. Benefits Able Forces Foundation and the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Virginia. Information: 202-359-2669, tinyurl.com/ycy254py.
• May 24
2-4 p.m., Museum of the Shenandoah Valley’s classical quartet concert at Glen Burnie House, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Information, tickets: 540-662-1473, themsv.org.
• May 25
8 a.m.-2 p.m., Farm to Market on Main at the Gabebo, Front Royal.
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7:30 p.m., Readers’ Theatre “The Thanksgiving Play” at Winchester Little Theatre, 315 W. Boscawen St. Information, tickets: 540-662-3331, winchesterlittletheatre.org. 8:30 a.m., Loudoun Street Mile, Old Town Winchester. Registration, information: tinyurl.com/5yysr5ap.
• May 26
1 p.m., Middletown Veterans Memorial wreath-laying ceremony.
• May 27
7-8:30 p.m., Memorial Day concert featuring the American Legion Band at the Gazebo in Front Royal.
• May 30
4:30-8:30 p.m., Kick off Summer at Jim Barnett Park. Touch-a-truck, drone demonstrations, inflatables, games, face painting, balloon twisting, magic, food vendors. Pony rides available for small fee.
• May 30
6-8 p.m., laser tag party at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville. Admission is $10 which includes all equipment. Preregister at clarke.recdesk.com.
• May 30
7-9 p.m., Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet performs at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Court, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• May 31
9 a.m.-1 p.m., Strasburg Farmers Market, Strasburg Square.
• May 31
9 a.m.-noon, Game of Skate at Jim Barnett Park, Winchester. Show off skating skills for ages 16 and older to highlight efforts to expand the skate park.
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
SUMMER FUN in the Shenandoah Valley for over 40 years!
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
• May 31
11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Splash Bash at outdoor pool at Jim Barnett Park, Winchester.
• May 31
Sundown, Movie night at New Market Community Park, 9670 Cadet Road, featuring “Moana 2.”
• June 1-29 (Sundays)
8 a.m.-2 p.m., Farm to Market on Main at the Gazebo, Front Royal.
• June 5
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring Furnace Mountain. Kid’s Night featuring Chick-fil-A, bounce house, yard games.
• June 6
5-9 p.m., Wander Woodstock, entertainment, artists, featuring Bingo with Goats.
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• June 6
6:30-9 p.m., Let’s Get Cheesy, a Warren Coalition FUNdraiser at North Warren Celebration Hall, 266 Rockland Court, Front Royal. Tickets, which are $75, available online at tinyurl.com/mrypswce.
• June 6
7-9 p.m., Front Porch Fridays featuring Juliet Lloyd at Strasburg Square.
• June 6
7:30-9:30 p.m., Jack and Davis Reid at Theatre Shenandoah, 107 Center St., Edinburg. Information, tickets: 540-984-3972, theatreshenandoah.org.
• June 6
8:30-10 p.m., Moonlit Movie Series at Bowman Amphitheater, Stephens City, featuring “Moana 2.”
2025 SCHEDULE Home Games / Away Games
Home Games start at 7PM Sunday Home Games will start at 6 PM
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Fri. May 30 @ Winchester Sat. May 31 @ Woodstock SUN. JUNE 1 STAUNTON MON. JUNE 2 OFF/MAKEUP TUE. JUNE 3 PURCELLVILLE WED. JUNE 4 WOODSTOCK Thu. June 5 @ Front Royal Fri. June 6 @ New Market SAT. JUNE 7 WINCHESTER Sun. June 8 @ Harrisonburg Mon. June 9 Off/Makeup Tue. June 10 @ Covington WED. JUNE 11 FRONT ROYAL
Thu. June 12 @ Charlottesville FRI. JUNE 13 NEW MARKET Sat. June 14 @ Purcellville SUN. JUNE 15 WAYNESBORO MON. JUNE 16 OFF/MAKEUP TUE. JUNE 17 CHARLOTTESVILLE Wed. June 18 OFF THU. JUNE 19 COVINGTON Fri. June 20 @ New Market Sat. June 21 @ Woodstock SUN. JUNE 22 HARRISONBURG MON. JUNE 23 OFF/MAKEUP Tue. June 24 @ Purcellville
WED. JUNE 25 FRONT ROYAL Thu. June 26 @ Winchester FRI. JUNE 27 PURCELLVILLE SAT. JUNE 28 NEW MARKET Sun. June 29 @ Waynesboro MON. JUNE 30 OFF/MAKEUP TUE. JULY 1 CULPEPER Wed. July 2 @ Woodstock Thu. July 3 @ Front Royal SAT. JULY 5 WINCHESTER Sun. July 6 @ Staunton MON. JULY 7 OFF/MAKEUP TUE. JULY 8 FRONT ROYAL
Wed. July 9 @ Winchester Thu. July 10 @ Purcellville FRI. JULY 11 NEW MARKET SAT. JULY 12 WOODSTOCK July 13-July 15 All Star Break Wed. July 16 @ Culpeper THU. JULY 17 WINCHESTER Fri. July 18 @ Front Royal SAT. JULY 19 WOODSTOCK SUN. JULY 20 PURCELLVILLE Mon. July 21 @ New Market July 22,23–Makeup dates July 24-31–VBL Playoffs
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
• June 7
8 a.m.-2 p.m., GardenFest at Belle Grove Plantation, Middletown, Extension Master Gardener plant sales, Ask a Master Gardener information table, children’s activities, gentlyused garden items, tool sharpening, food and specialty vendors. Held rain/shine. Bring your own wagon. Information: tinyurl.com/ mr3kc5xh.
• June 7 and 28
9 a.m.-1 p.m., Strasburg Farmers Market at Strasburg Square
• June 7
10 a.m., Winchester Revolt-A Bike Ride through History in Old Town Winchester. Information: tinyurl.com/3xhd9zzz.
• June 7-8
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Museum of the Shenandoah Valley’s pottery show/sale, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Information: 540-662-1473, themsv.org.
Valley League Baseball 2025 Schedule
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• June 7
Noon-6 p.m., Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival in Old Town Winchester. Information: hopblossom.com/.
• June 7
Noon-1:30 p.m., “This My Mark-Josephine Williams” tour starting at Clermont Farm and ending at Josephine School Community Museum, Berryville, free. Information: 540-955-5512, tinyurl.com/bdze7cfz.
• June 7
1-7 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Wine Festival at the Yellow Barn Event Center, 470 Caverns Road, Quicksburg, featuring 11 wineries, 11 craft vendors, six food trucks and three bands. Tickets: $30 in advance, $35 at the gate. Information: 703-622-3353, tinyurl.com/5n6vx5ws.
• June 7
6-9 p.m., Belmont at the Barns benefit gala. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org. FREE ADMISSION SPONSORS May 31st–Seven Bends Church June 7th–Locust Grove Septic & Excavating June 13th–Amanda Downs LPT Realty June 21st–Beidlers Furniture Store June 24th–City Bank June 28th–Woodstock Title Corp. July 2nd–First Bank th July 17 –Heishman/Valley Funeral Service
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Friday, May 30 @ Front Royal 7:00 p.m. Sunday, June 15 @ Culpeper 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 03 @ Winchester Tuesday, June 17 – Cannons 7:00 p.m. Satursday, July 05 @ Front Royal Saturday, May 31 – Express 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 06 – Generals Sunday, June 01 @ Charlottesville 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 18 @ Winchester Thursday, June 19 @ Winchester 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 08 @ Purcellville Tuesday, June 03 – Cavaliers 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 20 – Cardinals 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 09 @ New Market Wednesday, June 04 @ Strasburg 7:00 p.m. Saturday, June 21 – Express 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 10 – Royals Thursday, June 05 – Turks 7:00 p.m. Sunday, June 22 @ Covington 4:00 p.m. Friday, July 11 – Cannons Friday, June 06 @ Purcellville 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 24 – Rebels 7:00 p.m. Saturday, July 12 @ Strasburg Saturday, June 07 – Rebels 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 26 – TomSox 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 16 @ Front Royal Sunday, June 08 @ Waynesboro 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 27 @ New Market 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 17 – Rebels Tuesday, June 10 – Braves 7:00 p.m. Saturday, June 28 – Cardinals 7:00 p.m. Friday, July 18 – Royals Wednesday, June 11 – Cannons 7:00 p.m. Sunday, June 29 @ Staunton 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 19 @ Strasubrg Thursday, June 12 @ Harrisonburg 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 01 – Lumberjack 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 20 – Cardinals Friday, June 13 – Royals 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 02 – Express 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 21 @ Purcellville Saturday, June 14 @ New Market 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13–Harrisonburg VBL All-Star Game HOME GAMES AWAY GAMES PlayOffs Begin Thursday, July 24
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Support local AND win awesome prizes this summer!
Visit farms and markets across Frederick County, collect stamps, and earn prizes! Pick up a passport at one of ten participating locations, or the Winchester-Frederick County Visitors Center. There is even a Lil’ Farm Explorer Passport for kids with fun activities and prizes.
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HOW IT WORKS • Visit 4 breweries/cideries, make a purchase, and collect a stamp at each location. • Return your completed passport with information below to the Visitors Center or mail your passport to receive your FREE SWAG! Redeem in person for your choice of prize. Mail-in prizes will be chosen at the discretion of staff.
• Collect a stamp from Old Town Cidery, and you will receive a bonus item!
Pick up a Passport and redeem for prizes at the Winchester-Frederick County Visitors Center! Open Daily, 9am-5pm (excluding major holidays) 1400 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 542-1326 VISITWINCHESTERVA.COM
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
• June 7
6 p.m., truck and tractor pull at Clarke County Fairgrounds, Berryville.
• June 9-13
Ravenwood Foundation summer camp for ages 12-17 at Frederick County Fairgrounds, Winchester. Outdoor activities, creative learning with team challenges, water sports, crafts, workshops. Information: Terry Carter at terry.carter@ravenwoodfoundation.org.
• June 11
8:30-10 p.m., Moonlit Movie Series at Bowman Amphitheater, Stephens City, featuring “The Wild Robot.”
• June 12
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Six Strings & Bourbon.
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• June 13
6-8 p.m., laser tag party at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville. Admission is $10 which includes all equipment. Preregister at clarke.recdesk.com.
• June 13
6:30-9 p.m., Cross Roads Music Fest, New Market’s Rebel Park featuring Out of Spite.
• June 13
6:30 p.m., Berryville’s Music in the Park featuring the Clarke County Community Band at Rose Hill Park on Main St.
• June 13
7-9 p.m., Woodstock ROCS (Riley Outdoor Concert Series) featuring music by Rivers Edge, food sold starting 6 p.m.
• June 13
7-9 p.m., Front Porch Fridays featuring Herb and Hanson at Strasburg Square.
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
2025 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 5 • 5 - 9:20 PM
MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK
New Market Community Park
May 31 • June 28 August 16 • September 20 New Market Community Park
Time: Sundown (see website for details) • Cost: FREE Bring chairs/blankets and snacks for viewing comfort.
Come join us for an evening of live entertainment, great food, youth and adult activities, and more. Fireworks to start around 9:20 p.m. Feel free to bring chairs or blankets for comfort. There is no charge for admission. No pets or alcohol.
SUMMER’S END PUPPY POOL PARTY September 7 • 1 - 4 PM
New Market Community Park
11TH ANNUAL MUSIC FEST
Cost: $3 per canine • Age: 6 months + Registration Encouraged
(9186 John Sevier Road, New Market, VA)
FALL FESTIVAL
FREE ADMISSION REBEL PARK • 6:30 - 9 PM Food and Drink Available for Purchase Beer & Wine Garden • ID Required
(NO Outside Alcohol • NO PETS)
June 13 • Aug. 8 • Sept. 12 • Oct. 10 For more details, check out our Facebook @NewMarketCrossRoadsFest
Downtown New Market
Crafts, music, demonstrations, food, and more! Interested in being a vendor? Email s.frazier@newmarketvirginia.com
CONGRESS STREET SUMMER BLOCK PARTY
July 17 • 5 - 7 PM
Saturday, Sept. 27th 9 AM - 4 PM
Join us downtown for our summer block party! Kids yard games and chances to win!
TRICK OR TREAT ON CONGRESS STREET October 31st
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
• June 14
7 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Seven Bends Adventure Race at Seven Bends State Park, 1191 Lupton Road, Woodstock. Fundraiser for Friends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah, music, food. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/57zan9y6.
• June 14
7-10 a.m., family day fishing rodeo at Wilkins Lake, Winchester. Prizes awarded in eight divisions for largest fish. Register in advance at tinyurl.com/2s487bmt.
• June 14
11 a.m.-4 p.m., grand opening of CREW (Community Resources for Education and Wellness) at the old Triplett School, 6044 Main St., Mount Jackson.
• June 14
Noon-5 p.m., Kidz Fest, Old Town Winchester.
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• June 14
7-8:30 p.m., violinist Irina Muresanu performs at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Church, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• June 14-21
Winchester Little Theatre for Kids presents “The Great Fairy Tale Caper” at 315 W. Boscawen St. Information, tickets: 540-662-3331, winchesterlittletheatre.org.
• June 15
11 a.m.-4 p.m., Warren County Habitat for Humanity Gospel Fest at Main Street Gazebo in Front Royal.
• June 15
Noon-5 p.m., Juneteenth Celebration at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Live music, children’s activities, food trucks, vendors, free admission to the MSV galleries. Information: 540-662-1473, themsv.org.
STEAM SHOW
890 W. Main St. • BERRYVILLE, VA • 1 Mile W. on Rt. 7
JULY 25, 26, 27
ALL EVENTS ARE WEATHER PERMITTING • NO REFUNDS
Adults $10 Fri. & Sat.; $5 Sun. Children (under 12 Free) Free Parking * * * NO PETS ALLOWED * * *
KERNSTOWN BATTLEFIELD
Steam Engines • Gas Engines • Threshers Saw Mill • Oil Pulls • Balers • Shingle Mill Sunday Church Service 9:00 TRACTOR PULL Friday Night - 6PM Antiques Only - Entry Fee HORSE PULL Saturday Night - 6PM, Music by: Chris Hunt, Brennan Edwards, Dylan Woelful FARM STOCK TRACTOR PULL Sunday - 1:00 PM - Entry Fee
SHENANDOAH VALLEY STEAM AND GAS ENGINE ASSOCIATION, INC. PRESIDENT:
Rick Custer (304) 229-2101 after 6:00 PM
TRACTOR PULL:
CONSIGNMENT SALE:
Charles Gray
Dave Rushton
(540) 533-8827
(540) 660-2403
WWW.SVSGEA.ORG
FLEAMARKET CHAIRMAN:
Shirley Brown
(540) 539-3946 Ford19485lb@yahoo.com
History and fun for the entire family!
Enjoy free admission & guided tours of the battlefield and 1854 Pritchard House (donations welcomed) • Walk our 5 miles of scenic trails and beautiful campus • See where three key Civil War battles were fought • Experience 290 years of local culture and farm history • View museum displays and our field hospital exhibit • Learn about people who lived, worked and fought here Open Friday-Sunday and Holidays — 10-4 through November 2nd Visit kernstownbattle.org or call 540-450-7538 for more info 610 Battle Park Drive, Winchester, VA (easily accessible from I-81)
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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Club of Winchester, Virginia
May 22-26, 2025 HONOR YOUR HERO AND LOVED ONE WITH AN AMERICAN FLAG! John Handley High School, Winchester, Virginia Photo by Bradley Reid
Presented by:
2025 This Memorial Day weekend over 850 flags will fly in solemn formation at Handley High School. Dedicate a flag to a loved, Veterans or local hero and the flag is yours to keep or adopt a flag. Join the community as we welcome skydivers, military flyover and patriotic music, at the opening ceremony, May 22nd at 6pm. Visit the field of flags anytime this Memorial Day weekend and attend the closing ceremony, May 26th at 3pm. Limited seating available, feel free to bring a chair. Event sponsorships available. Proceeds benefit the community through the Winchester Rotary Charitable Foundation.
Go to website for Calendar of Events, Order a Flag or Sponsor www.healingfieldwinchester.com or email healing-field@winchesterrotary.com
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
• June 19
5-8 p.m., open acoustic jams at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Court, Berryville.
• June 19
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Jimmy Lee.
• June 20
7 a.m.-2 p.m., Kernstown Battlefield Golf Classic at Rock Harbor Golf Club, Winchester. Information, registration: 757-593-8227, kernstownbattle.org.
• June 20
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park featuring Chris and Michael at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
• June 20
7-9 p.m., Front Porch Fridays featuring The Punky Brewsters at Strasburg Square
• June 20
7-9 p.m., “The Pollinators” documentary following migratory beekeepers at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Church, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• June 20
9 p.m., free movie at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville, featuring “Twisters.”
• June 21
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• June 21
7-9 p.m., Luau party at Woodstock Pool, pool games, food, contests, advance ticket sales required.
• June 25
6 p.m., free concert at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville, featuring Amulet.
• June 26
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Glen Shelton.
• June 27
5-8 p.m., MSV at Night featuring music by Low Water Bridge Band at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Information, tickets: 540-662-1473, themsv.org.
• June 27
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park featuring Keith Patterson at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
“One of the best local history museums I have ever visited. Every display was a fun window into the past...” “An unexpected treasure.” v, v v v v
5-10 p.m., Garden of Dreams Gala at Warren Heritage Society, 101 Chester St., Front Royal. Information, tickets: tinyurl.com/bdhk55ed.
SAVE THE DATES!
BLUEGRASS IN THE VALLEY 6 pm - 8 pm
June 14: Five of a Kind • July 12: Dark Hollow Aug 9: Virginia Rain • Sept. 13: Josh Grigsby & County Line Pickers Limited Covered Seating BACKYARD MUSIC VENUE 123 Medical Drive • Mt. Jackson, VA
Food Available for Purchase • Alcohol Prohibited Sponsors: Ortts Electric, MJ Thrift & Gift, Brighter Days
THE EDINBURG MILL Museum / Visitor Center / Gift Shop 9:30-5:30 Open Daily! MonSun- SatNoon-5
Visitor Center, gift Shop and some displays on first floor. A $3 entry fee to main museum on upper floors is a donation that supports our “Save the Mill” project. Elevator available.
Edinburg Mill Restaurant
Check for latest hours: www.edinburgmillrestaurant.com
Wed- Sat Heritage Mill Wine Shop 11:30-6:30
214 South Main St • Edinburg VA 540-984-8400 • EdinburgMill.com
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
COMPLETE AUTO & TRUCK REPAIR
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Complete Auto Service Air Conditioning State Inspections
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
• June 28
• July 4
• June 28
• July 4
9 a.m.-3 p.m., Northern Virginia Reptile Expo at Clarke County Fairgrounds, Berryville. Admission charged. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Southern Rock Festival at Shenandoah County Fairgrounds in Woodstock. Proceeds benefit Homeless Warriors Charity. Information: 540-459-3867, southernrockwoodstock.com.
• June 28
Noon-3 p.m., Bark Park Pawty and opening of the King Street Dog Park in Mount Jackson with pup cups, puppy cooling station and giveaways.
• June 28
2 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Amateur Radio Club at Clarke County Fairgrounds, 890 W. Main St., Berryville. Information: 540-662-6810, svarc.us/field-day/
• June 28
Sundown, Movie night at New Market Community Park, featuring “Cruella.”
• July 3
2-7 p.m., Rockin’ Independence Eve in Old Town Winchester, music by Raised on Analog 3-7 p.m. at Taylor Pavilion stage, fireworks at 9 p.m.
• July 3
Front Royal Independence Fireworks immediately following the 7 p.m. Cardinals baseball game at Bing Crosby Stadium.
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All day, Middletown July 4th celebration on Main Street and Middletown Park, 7833 Senseney Ave. Information: 540-869-2226. 5 p.m., Fourth of July Celebration and fireworks in Sherando Park, Stephens City, featuring music by the TrainWreck Band at 6:30 p.m., fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
• July 4-6
Shrine Mont’s Homecoming Weekend, parade, ole time carnival on July 4; Bull Run Fun Run 9 a.m., July 5; concert on July 5 at 7:30 p.m. featuring Nothin’ Fancy. Information: 540-856-2141 or tinyurl.com/345fr89b.
• July 4
6-10 p.m., Strasburg’s 4th of July Celebration at the Town Park, 295 Park Road, live music, food vendors, family-friendly activities, fireworks at dark.
HSSC Spring Fund Drive
“Helping the most vulnerable animals in our community”
Our All Volunteer Organization is in need of funding for our many life saving programs. Spay/Neuter Programs: Fix-A-Pit, TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return), Spay/Neuter Transport, “Operation CatSnip” Please consider opening your heart Homeward Bound Program: & home to foster a needy animal. HSSC is always in need of foster homes!
Mail check to: Humane Society of Shenandoah County P.O. Box 173, Woodstock, VA 22664 Donate online: www.hsscva.org • email: info@hsscva.org
PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY BY MAKING YOUR TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION TODAY! HSSC is a non-profit organizaiton dedicated to helping the most vulnerable animals in Shenandoah County
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
• July 4
• July 10
• July 5 and 26
• July 11
8:30 p.m., Woodstock Fourth of July celebration at Shenandoah County Fairgrounds, fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Rain date July 5. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Strasburg Farmers Market at Strasburg Square.
• July 5
10 a.m., Watermelon Park car show, 3322 Locke’s Mill Road, Berryville.
• July 5
5-9:20 p.m., July 4 celebration at New Market Community Park, fireworks start 9:20 p.m., live music by Prime.
• July 6-27 (Sundays)
8 a.m.-2 p.m., Farm to Market on Main at the Gazebo, Front Royal.
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6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Kara & the Wayfarers. Kid’s Night featuring Chick-fil-A, bounce house, yard games. 6-9 p.m., Woodstock ROCS (Riley Outdoor Concert Series) featuring Raised on Analog, food sold starting 6 p.m.
• July 11
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park featuring the Main Street Chamber Orchestra at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
• July 11
7-9 p.m., Front Porch Fridays featuring Sam Dinges at Strasburg Square.
• July 11
9 p.m., free movie at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville, featuring “Arthur the King.”
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
• July 12-19
Winchester Little Theatre for Kids presents “Finding Nemo Jr.” at 315 W. Boscawen St. Information, tickets: 540-662-3331 or winchesterlittletheatre.org.
• July 12
11 a.m.-4 p.m., Colonial Kids Day at Burwell Morgan Mill, 15 Tannery Lane, Millwood. Admission: $5.
• July 12
7-9 p.m., Chris Jones & The Night Drivers perform at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Church, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• July 17
5-7 p.m., Congress Street summer block party, New Market, with kid’s yard games.
• July 17
5-8 p.m., open acoustic jams at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Court, Berryville.
• July 17
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by The Fly Birds.
• July 18
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• July 18
7-9 p.m., John McCutcheon performs at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Church, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• July 18
8-10 p.m., Movie in the Park at Mount Jackson’s Lion’s Park, popcorn and snacks provided.
• July 18
Glow All Out 5K at Admiral Byrd Middle School, 134 Rosa Lane, Winchester. Benefits Bright Futures. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/cezchhzc.
• July 18
8 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival concert in Orkney Springs featuring The Motortown All-Stars. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
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6-8 p.m., laser tag party at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville. Admission is $10 which includes all equipment. Preregister at clarke.recdesk.com.
• July 18
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park featuring Huckleberry Holler at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
Here are just a few things we carry during the year: Fresh Baked Goods • Meat • Produce • Jellies • Jams • Butters Wines-local and beyond • Dressings & Sauces • Pickles & Relishes Gift Items • Herbs • Bedding Plants • Homemade Apple Butter Farm Fresh Beef & Pork • Local Cheeses • Gift Certificates
AND SO MUCH MORE!
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FOR THAT SPECIAL OCCASION OR HOLIDAY!
Ask about our Shelter Rental for family reunions, company picnics, birthday parties, and more. For more information on rates and availability call (540) 465-2729, or e-mail us at woodbinemarket@gmail.com. Playground designed for children ages 2-10, with custom play trains, helicopters, tractors, ark and much more.
check out our website for opening date and hours www.woodbinefarmmarket.com
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• July 19
10 a.m.-2 p.m., Museum of the Shenandoah Valley’s antique and modified car show, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Information: 540-662-1473, themsv.org.
• July 19
5-8 p.m., Bluegrass in the Barn concert featuring Five of a Kind at Belle Grove Plantation, Middletown. Information, tickets: 540-869-2028 or bellegrove.org.
5-8 p.m., MSV at Night featuring Rebecca Porter & The Rhinestone Roses at Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Information, tickets: 540-662-1473, themsv.org.
• July 25
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park featuring Allan James Unplugged at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
• July 25
• July 24
• July 25
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Teresa Pennington.
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• July 19
8 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival concert in Orkney Springs featuring Gaelic Storm. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
7-9 p.m., Woodstock ROCS (Riley Outdoor Concert Series) featuring Bud’s Collective (bluegrass), food sold starting 6 p.m. 8 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival concert in Orkney Springs featuring Grand Funk Railroad. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
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• July 25-27
Theatre Shenandoah presents “Frozen Jr.” at 107 Center St., Edinburg. Information: 540-984-3972, theatreshenandoah.org.
• July 25-Aug. 3
“The Wizard of Oz” at Schultz Theatre, J. Frank Hillyard Middle School, 26 Hawks Hill Drive, Broadway. Information, tickets: 540-896-9600 or offbroadwayplayersva.org.
• July 25-27
Pageant of Steam show at Clarke County Fairgrounds, Berryville. Information: svsgea.org.
• July 26
8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Second Battle of Kernstown tour with Scott Patchan, author of “Shenandoah Summer.” Registration required. Information: kernstownbattle.org.
• July 26
10 a.m.-4 p.m., Front Royal PRIDE at the Gazebo in Front Royal, music, vendors, food trucks and drag.
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• July 28-Aug. 2
Frederick County Fair at the fairgrounds in Winchester.
• July 30
6 p.m., free concert at Chet Hobert Park in Berryville featuring Robbie Limon.
• July 31
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Robbie Limon
• Aug. 1
6-8 p.m., laser tag party at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville. Admission is $10 which includes all equipment. Preregister at clarke.recdesk.com.
• Aug. 1
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
• Aug. 2 and 30
9 a.m.-1 p.m., Strasburg Farmers Market at Strasburg Square.
• July 26
8 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival concert in Orkney Springs featuring Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra’s Big Band. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
• July 28-Aug. 2
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Warren County Fair at the fairgrounds in Front Royal.
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• Aug. 2
10 a.m., Kids ROC at W.O. Riley Park, Woodstock at the Rotary shelter.
• Aug. 3-31 (Sundays)
8 a.m.-2 p.m., Farm to Market on Main at the Gazebo, Front Royal.
• Aug. 5
5-8 p.m., National Night Out with the Mount Jackson Police Department at Lion’s Park, activities, demonstrations, connect with local law enforcement and first responders.
• Aug. 5
6-9 p.m., National Night Out at W.O. Riley Park, Woodstock, free hot dogs, ice cream, drinks, dunk tank, mechanical bull, bounce houses, rock climbing wall, barrel train, live DJ, basketball and tennis games, paint a police car, emergency vehicles on display, basketball shooting competition, free pool admission.
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Free transportation provided to and from the following housing complexes: Echo Mountain, Pleasant Valley, Ridge Apartments, The Village, Valley Vista.
• Aug. 5
6-9 p.m., National Night Out at Strasburg Square and Town Hall, games, interactive displays & demonstrations, meet local law enforcement, food.
• Aug. 5
6-8 p.m., National Night Out at New Market Community Park. Meet law enforcement, games, free hot dogs/chips/drinks, cotton candy, face painting, resource tables.
• Aug. 7
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Bryan Stutzman. Kid’s Night featuring Chick-fil-A, bounce house, yard games.
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• Aug. 8
Youth Sports Scramble Golf Tournament at Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Course, Front Royal, sponsored by Frederick County Parks and Rec. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/ ppnrazc7.
• Aug. 8
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
• Aug. 8
6:30-9 p.m., Cross Roads Music Fest, New Market’s Rebel Park featuring Rare Form.
• Aug. 8
6:30-8:30 p.m., inner tube water polo at the Clarke County Pool in Chet Hobert Park, Berryville. Admission is $5 per person for ages 9 and older. Registration: clarke.recdesk.com.
• Aug. 8
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• Aug. 9 5:30-10 p.m., Hope Lane Gala at West Oaks Farm Market in Winchester, dinner, dancing, keynote speaker, silent auction supports individuals seeking funding for their recovery journey. Information, tickets: 540-823-9318, live.givebutter.com/c/Y7TxXI.
• Aug. 9-16 Clarke County Fair, Berryville. Information: clarkecountyfair.org.
• Aug. 10 8 a.m., Sherando Youth Triathlon at Sherando Park, Stephens City. Information, registration: tinyurl.com/39heubyv.
• Aug. 11 7 a.m., 40-mile Route 11 Yard Crawl.
7-9 p.m., Woodstock ROCS (Riley Outdoor Concert Series) featuring Ryan Jewell (country), food sold starting 6 p.m.
• Aug. 8
7-9 p.m., the Jacob Jolliff Band performs at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Church, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• Aug. 8
9 p.m., free movie at Clarke County Pool, Berryville, featuring “If.”
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SUMMER IN THE VALLEY
• Aug. 14
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by the Flat Broke Bluegrass Band.
• Aug. 15
• Aug. 16 3-8 p.m., Middletown’s annual car/truck show on Main Street. Information: 540-869-2226.
• Aug. 16 6 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival
7-9 p.m., Tim O’Brien with Jan Fabricius performs at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Church, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• Aug. 15
8 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival concert in Orkney Springs featuring Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
• Aug. 15
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
8:30-10 p.m., Moonlit Movie Series at Bowman Amphitheater, Stephens City, featuring “Mufasa.”
concert in Orkney Springs featuring The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, The Gina Furtado Project and Brennan Edwards. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
• Aug. 21 5-8 p.m., open acoustic jams at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Court, Berryville.
• Aug. 21 6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Michael Palmer.
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• Aug. 22
5-8 p.m., MSV at Night featuring Zac Townsend and the Mudcats at Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Information, tickets: 540-662-1473, themsv.org.
• Aug. 22
6:30-8 p.m., Music in the Park at Rose Hill Park on Main Street, Berryville.
• Aug. 22-23
“Orange on the Blue Ridge” musical at Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Church, Berryville. Information, tickets: 540-955-2004, barnsofrosehill.org.
• Aug. 23-24
10 a.m.-4 p.m., Civil War Soldier Living History with 28th Virginia Company D at the Kernstown Battlefield, 610 Battle Park Drive, Winchester near Creekside Station, 757-593-8227 or visit kernstownbattle.org.
• Aug. 23
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• Aug. 23
4-7 p.m., Summer’s End Cruise In, Main Street Berryville.
• Aug. 23-Sept. 1
Hungry for History at multiple locations in Winchester and Frederick and Clarke counties.
• Aug. 24
Noon-1 p.m., National Park Service presents “1864 Valley Campaign Overview” at Kernstown Battlefield, 610 Battle Park Drive, Winchester near Creekside Station, 757-593-8227 or visit kernstownbattle.org.
• Aug. 24
6 p.m., free concert at Chet Hobert Park, Berryville, featuring Souled Out.
• Aug. 24-30
Shenandoah County Fair at the fairgrounds in Woodstock. Information: shencofair.com.
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11 a.m.-5 p.m., Shenandoah Sips at Belle Grove Plantation, Middletown. Live music by Meisha Herron Band and Souled Out. Information, tickets: 540-869-2028 or bellegrove.org.
• Aug. 23
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11 a.m.-2 p.m., Hungry for History-the Slave Dwelling Project at Burwell Morgan Mill, 15 Tannery Lane, Millwood.
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• Aug. 28
6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunset Concert Series at the Amphitheater at Bowman Library, Stephens City, featuring music by Melissa Quinn Fox.
• Aug. 30
Patsy Cline Block Party at the Patsy Cline Historic House, 608 S. Kent St., Winchester.
• Aug. 30
7 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival concert in Orkney Springs featuring The Bacon Brothers. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
• Aug. 31
7 p.m., 8 p.m., Shenandoah Valley Music Festival concert in Orkney Springs featuring Shenandoah. Information, tickets: musicfest.org.
• Sept. 4-6
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• Sept. 5
5-9 p.m., Wander Woodstock, entertainment, artists.
• Sept. 5
Charity Dog Walk and Pool Pawty at Sherando Pool, Stephens City. Registration fees vary. Information: tinyurl.com/5azsumk6.
• Sept. 5-7
Theatre Shenandoah presents “The Diary of Anne Frank” at 107 Center St., Edinburg. Information: 540-984-3972, theatreshenandoah. org.
• Sept. 6
Middletown’s Farm to Table on Church Street. Reservations required. Information: middletownva.gov.
• Sept. 7
Watermelon Pickers’ Fest at Clarke County Fairgrounds, Berryville.
Mowery Orchard
1-4 p.m., Summer’s End Pup Pool Part at New Market Community Pool, $3 per dog with proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination, registration recommended. We have exciting new things planned this year and will be bringing in our plants to sell as the weather warms. Just a few of the plants we carry are bedding plants, tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, onions, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, hanging baskets, planters, and so much more. Stop in and check out our selection weekly. Our year-round farm market offers a wide variety of locally produced fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, cheeses, honey, and so much more. Stop in and see why we are known for our delicious vine-ripened tomatoes, the best sweet corn, juicy peaches, crisp apples, beautiful hanging baskets, a huge selection of herbs, and many varieties of tomato plants. Open daily, hours vary by season.
24247 Senedo Road, Woodstock • 540-459-8645 (Easy to find on Route 42, 1/2 mile west of I-81, exit 283, Woodstock) • www.MoweryOrchard.com
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