COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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MISC ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

Centennial-Logo_250 Massanetta Springs Centennial Tours of the Historic Hotel Thursdays 12:45pm July 29 and August 5 with costumed guide at the springhouse at 12:45pm. www.massanettasprings.org 888-627-7774

 

http://www.keezletowncommunitycannery.com/images/index_01.jpg Keezletown Cannery Open for the Season by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursday July through December. This is open to individuals and groups to preserve their fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and other foods. On-site managers will assist customers with the canning process, but customers need to bring their own foods, seasonings, knives, and peelers. www.keezletowncommunitycannery.com

 

RMH-logo Diabetes Prevention Workshops: Learn how to reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes or manage pre-diabetes by identifying and changing your risk factors. These are two-part classes based on the national research study, “Diabetes Prevention Program”. This program is presented by a certified diabetes educator and registered dietitian. Dates (pick one group to attend): September 21 & 23; November 16 & 18; 6pm-8pm. Part 1 $25, Part 2 $35. To register: 800-433-4580

 

See full size image 2010 RACE TO GED Harrisonburg-Rockingham GED Tests at MTC, 325 Pleasant Valley Road, Harrisonburg. Applicants must register in person at Dayton Learning Center, 290 Mill Street, Dayton. This is for English and Spanish persons; number being tested is limited to 30 in English and 10 in Spanish. September 21-22, October 19-20, November 16-17 and December 14-15. For times and cost: 540-879-2833 or 540-434-5961

 

civil war flags Now through Labor Day Weekend Miller-Kite Museum Open Sundays only 1pm-5pm at 310 West Spotswood Trail, Elkton. Free and open to the public. 540-578-3046 www.elktonhistoricalsociety.com

 

How_to_find_us_clip_art Grottoes Farmers Market Open Saturdays through Summer in Town Hall Parking Lot Saturday morning 7:30am-12:30pm. 540-249-3377

 

Harrisonburg Farmers Market Harrisonburg Farmers Market Open Now through Thanksgiving: Open Tuesday and Saturdays 7am-1pm in downtown Harrisonburg at the Turner Pavilion 228 South Liberty Street. www.harrisonburgfarmersmarket.com

 

How_to_find_us_clip_art Woodstock Farmers Market Open May through October from 8am-1pm Saturdays. 540-459-4917 or 540-436-8503

 

 


Ferris_Wheel_At_a_Carnival_Royalty_Free_Clipart_Picture_081021-144714-436009LAWN PARTIES

 

August 3-7

Bergton Community Fair: Tuesday Alleghany Blue perform; Wednesday Karaoke with Family Tradition; Thursday Beauty Contest, Friday Randy Black & Soul Train; Saturday Ez-Go Band. $1 admission, children 11 and under free. There will be rides each night to with “ride all night for one price”.

 

August 4-7

Grottoes Volunteer Fire Company Annual Lawn Party at Grottoes Town Park with great food, rides, and music each night. Fireman’s Parade 7pm Friday, Summer Bash Raffle 6pm Saturday. www.grottoesfire.homstead.com

 

August 6-7

Clover Hill Fire & Rescue/Ruritan Club Lawn Party with fried chicken, fried ham, beef & pork BBQ, funnel cakes, and other good food. Country & Bluegrass music both nights.

 

 


Vacation Bible SchoolVACATION BIBLE SCHOOLS

 

July 29-31

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Vacation Bible School at 4109 Jerome Road, Edinburg. Thursday and Friday 6:30pm-8:30pm, Saturday 9am-1pm with cookout to follow. 540-856-2639

 

 


JULY ANNOUNCEMENTS

July 30-31

MCj03293070000[1] Crimora Ruritan Club Environmental Music & Arts Festival at Crimora Park with fifteen bands and overnight tent camping available. $15 day pass or camping three-nights $35 prepay or $40 at the gate. www.nomadicrootsfestival.com 540-447-0998

 

July 30

chicken bbq 12pm Chimney Rock VFW Post 9660 Chicken BBQ with chicken available to be picked up at Broadway Supermarket, Timberville Food Lion, Harmony Square Food Lion, or at the VFW Post. $3/half or a lunch plate available at post for $6.

 

July 30

Town of Shenandoah 6pm-9pm 2010 Cruz In to Shenandoah brought to you by Shenandoah Heritage Center, sponsored by Pioneer Bank; no registration fee. Held at 426 First Street, Shenandoah VA  22849. 540-742-1141 www.townofshenandoah.com

 

July 30

MCj03293070000[1] 7pm-9pm Woodstock Enhancement Committee Music on Main Concert with the Amazing Country Band at the Woodstock Main Street Park. This band plays classic country from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. This concert is free and open to the public; bring chairs or blankets and a picnic supper. 540-459-3621

 

July 30

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival 8pm Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents Fairfax Symphony Orchestra with Alon Goldstein – Tickets range $30-40 www.musicfest.org 800-459-3396

 

July 31

2010 Bike Fest logo 19th Annual Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Festival starting at 17 East Johnson Street, Harrisonburg. Registration is only $25 if performed by July 17th - $30 through the day of the event (children 12 and under ride free). www.ourcommunityplace.org/bikefest

 

July 31

homeschool 9:30am-12:30pm Shenandoah Valley Homeschool Mini-Conference at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church. Curious about homeschooling? Come hear a panel of homeschool parents and learn about part time school options at various schools here in the Valley. 540-476-2045

 

July 31

longaberger basketVera Bradley Vera Bradley/Longaberger Bingo to benefit the Virginia Warriors 10u Baseball Team at Weyers Cave Community Center. Doors open at 3:30pm, games start at 4:30pm. 540-421-9227

 

July 31

MCj03293070000[1] 6pm Stanley New Hope Pentecostal Church hosts a Bluegrass Gospel Concert with  The Church Sisters and Brush Arbor. A love offering will be received, everyone is welcome. The church is located at 5074 Farmview Road, Stanley, VA. 540-244-7822

 

July 31

alzheimers assoc 6pm Timberview Crossing Assisted Living hosts Womanless Beauty Pageant to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association at the Timberville Community Center. Food and raffles will be sold. Sheriff Don Farley and Josh Knight are just two of the participants. 540-896-9858

 

July 31

MCj03293070000[1] 6pm Stanley New Hope Pentecostal Church Bluegrass Gospel Concert featuring the Church Sisters and Brush Arbor at 5074 Farmview Road, Stanley; a freewill offering will be received. 540-244-7822

 

July 31

MCj03293070000[1] 7pm Booth Brothers in concert at RE Lee High School; tickets can be purchased at Red Front Supermarket, Blessings Family Christian Bookstore in Harrisonburg/Waynesboro, and Staunton Florist, or calling Blue Ridge Talent 540-942-0226. Advance tickets $18, at the door $20, or $25 reserve seating by calling BRT.

 

July 31

homeLogo 7:30pm Grace Govenant Church presents a worship seminar and concert with Robin Mark. Robin Mark was nominated in 2006 for a Dove Award for his song “Days of Elijah”. 540-433-9244 www.gcch.org

 

July 31

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival 8pm Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents  The Temptations with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra – the icons of American culture that have brought R&B music to mainstream popular music audiences for more than 40 years will perform some of their timeless hits and their new album. Tickets range from $27-32 www.musicfest.org 800-459-3396

 

July 31

j0251871 8:15pm Shenandoah HOG “Full Moon” Fundraiser Ride with proceeds benefiting Chapter Charity Fund. 540-946-9992

 


AUGUST ANNOUNCEMENTS

August 1-6

Centennial-Logo_250 Massanetta Springs is celebrating the 100th birthday of the building of the Historic Hotel. In addition to the daily Bible study and sermons each morning and evening, there will be forums and workshops providing information and understanding of current issues in the church and in the world. The music conference will include organ and harp classes and handbells. www.massanettasprings.org

 

August 3

MCj03293070000[1] 7pm-9pm 8th Annual “Praise in the Park” with The Announcers at 7pm and Amy Ladd & Friends at 8pm performing in Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, Each night, there will be two performances of various styles of Christian music. These are free musical entertainment, there will be children’s activities, food galore and more! www.lindenheightsbc.com 540-886-1138

 

August 3

nno_logo 7pm-10pm Elkton Neighborhood Watch Celebrates “America’s Night Out Against Crime”, in front of the Elkton Town Hall. There will be music by Greg Lam & Friends and Carrying on Band. Hotdogs and drinks will be available; those attending should bring their own chairs and blankets. In case of rain this event will be held at the Gooden Bros. VFW Post on Route 33 west of Elkton. 540-298-9369

 

August 3-7

Ferris_Wheel_At_a_Carnival_Royalty_Free_Clipart_Picture_081021-144714-436009 Bergton Community Fair: Tuesday Alleghany Blue perform; Wednesday Karaoke with Family Tradition; Thursday Beauty Contest, Friday Randy Black & Soul Train; Saturday Ez-Go Band. $1 admission, children 11 and under free. There will be rides each night to with “ride all night for one price”.

 

August 4-7

Ferris_Wheel_At_a_Carnival_Royalty_Free_Clipart_Picture_081021-144714-436009 Grottoes Volunteer Fire Company Annual Lawn Party at Grottoes Town Park with great food, rides, and music each night. Fireman’s Parade 7pm Friday, Summer Bash Raffle 6pm Saturday. www.grottoesfire.homstead.com

 

August 4

Massanutten Chapter Archeological 7pm Massanutten Chapter of Archeological Society of VA Monthly Meeting in Arey Hall, at the Bridgewater Municipal Building. The program will be presented by Dr. Carole Nash, JMU Geographic Science Program. “LiDAR: A New Technology for Discovering Archaeological Sites.” The public is invited. 540-564-0635 www.mcasv.org

 

August 6-7

Ferris_Wheel_At_a_Carnival_Royalty_Free_Clipart_Picture_081021-144714-436009Clover Hill Fire & Rescue/Ruritan Club Lawn Party with fried chicken, fried ham, beef & pork BBQ, funnel cakes, and other good food. Country & Bluegrass music both nights.

 

August 7

cross 3pm-7pm West Side Baptist Church Block Party at 715 West Wolfe Street, Harrisonburg with games for children and adults; food and entertainment.

 

August 7

logo_saac-big 5:30pm-9pm Wine: Maps, Silver, and Glass exhibit in the RR Smith Center (Staunton). Author of Passions: The Wines and Travels of Thomas Jefferson, will be the featured guest. The exhibit will feature original maps – artworks in themselves – many of which detail Thomas Jefferson’s tour of the wine country in France. Tickets are $50/person and may be purchased on-line at www.rrsmithcenter.org or 540-885-7676.

 

August 8

cross 10:45am Mt. Horeb UMC Homecoming, 442 Hinton Road, Hinton. Speaker will be Janet Whetzel. There will be special music by Loni Kirklin (Blue Rose) and Edith Henry. Basket lunch at 12pm, no afternoon service.

 

August 8

school house 12pm Cullers Run School Reunion, Mathias. Bring a covered dish and lawn chairs. There will be a raffle and silent auction. 540-833-2020

 

August 8

1pm James & John Howdyshell Reunion at Sangersville Church of the Brethren, meat supplied (pig BBQ), bring a covered dish and drink.

 

August 8

MC910217052[1] 1pm Plains District Museum continues the lecture series with a feature panel of Veterans ranging from WWII through Vietnam reflecting on their experience in service to our country. Other highlights: presentation and posting of Flags by the Chimney Rock VFW Post 9660 and the reading of this year’s winning essays in the Patriotism Essay Contest. 540-896-7900

 

August 9

RMH-logo 7pm-8:30pm RMH Adult Diabetes Support Group Meeting topic “Dental Care”. Attendance is free and open to the public.

 

August 10

MCj03293070000[1] 7pm-9pm 8th Annual “Praise in the Park” with Lifesong at 7pm performing in Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, Each night, there will be two performances of various styles of Christian music. These are free musical entertainment, there will be children’s activities, food galore and more! www.lindenheightsbc.com 540-886-1138

 

August 11

professional woman 11:30am-1pm Valley Women’s Connection invites you to its “Awesome Accessories” Luncheon at Brent Hisey’s catering place “Now You’re Coking” at 812 Spring Hill Road from Gypsy Hill Park. The special feature presentation will be “Unique and Exciting Jewelry” Mary & Bob McIntire’s business, Treasure Tree Jewelry, is turning fascinating stones from the earth into beautiful jewelry. Guest speaker will be Diana Grounds. Cost for lunch and program $15; reservations required by August 6th. Free child care provided. 540-885-7353 or 540-248-3059

 

August 13

Town of Shenandoah 6pm-9pm 2010 Cruz In to Shenandoah brought to you by Shenandoah Heritage Center, sponsored by Pioneer Bank; no registration fee. Held at 426 First Street, Shenandoah VA  22849. 540-742-1141 www.townofshenandoah.com

 

August 13

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival 8pm Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents Mary Chapin Carpenter with special guest Catie Curtis. Tickets range $40-45 www.musicfest.org 800-459-3396

 

August 14

school house Timberville All School Reunion: all students who attended the school from 1914-1972. Visitation: 3:30pm, Dinner 5:45pm and program at 6:45pm. Frank Wilt (WSVA 550AM) will be the master of the ceremonies. $19.50 reservations required by August 9. 540-434-4359

 

August 14

school house Turner Ashby Class of 1980 Reunion at Oakdale Park in Bridgewater. 540-833-2565

 

August 14

school house Turner Ashby Class of 1985 Reunion at Oakdale Park during the day and evening at “The Barn” in Mt Solon. 540-478-4326

 

August 14

MCj03293070000[1] 6pm Sangerville UMC Free Concert on the lawn featuring Tommy Wood (country music), there will be food, drinks, and homemade ice cream available. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

 

August 14

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival 8pm Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents The Saw Doctors: who hold the record for Ireland’s best-selling single of all time with their 1990 hit “I Useta Lover”; which spent nine weeks at number one. Tickets range $27-32 www.musicfest.org 800-459-3396

 

August 17

MCj03293070000[1] 7pm-9pm 8th Annual “Praise in the Park” with Emily Henline at 7pm and The Crestman Quartet at 8pm performing in Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, Each night, there will be two performances of various styles of Christian music. These are free musical entertainment, there will be children’s activities, food galore and more! www.lindenheightsbc.com 540-886-1138

 

August 17

sierra_club_logo 7pm Sierra Club Shenandoah Group August Program Meeting – Crude Awakening (film) at Clementine Café, downtown Harrisonburg. This meeting is free and open to the public, food and beverage service is available during the meeting.

 

August 20

Town of Woodstock 7pm-9pm Woodstock Enhancement Committee presents Amanda Wilkins Bands at the Music on Main, at the Woodstock Main Street Park. This band will play an eclectic combination of Americana style folk, rock, country, blues and mountain soul music created here in the Shenandoah Valley. Music on Main is free and open to the public. Please bring chairs or blankets to sit on and a picnic supper. 540-459-3621

 

August 21

school house Turner Ashby Class of 2000 Reunion for more information visit the class page on facebook.com or call 540-828-6860

 

August 21

Yard Sale sign chicken bbq 7am-4pm Lyndhurst UMC 1st Annual Yard & Chicken BBQ with breakfast of eggs, sausage gravy with biscuits, has browns, and coffee ($5.00). Lunch includes ½ BBQ chicken coleslaw, baked beans, roll and drink ($6.00). Booth spaces available for $5.00. Rain date: August 28. 540-943-8057 or 540-943-4546

 

August 21

MC900054830[1] 10am-5pm Natural Chimneys Jousting Club 189th Annual Jousting Tournament. $2/person or $6/carload. Also have a night joust that start at 7pm.

 

August 24

MCj03293070000[1] 7pm-9pm 8th Annual “Praise in the Park” with Doyle Moats Jr. at 7pm and Heaven’s Mountain Boys at 8pm performing in Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, Each night, there will be two performances of various styles of Christian music. These are free musical entertainment, there will be children’s activities, food galore and more! www.lindenheightsbc.com 540-886-1138

 

August 27-28

See full size image GED Testing at Adult Learning Center in Fishersville. Friday 4:45pm-8pm, Saturday 7:45am-1pm. Applications will not be accepted after 12pm on August 25. First-time test takers $45 fee due at the time of application, retest fee is $7 per test. Limited number of spaces available. 540-245-5083 or 540-245-5084

 

August 28

MC900018535[1] 10am-2pm 2nd Annual Kids Day & 30th Anniversary Open House with Parker Bows teach archery to kids as well as local fire & rescue teaching free first aid and fire safety. There will be a bow giveaway for kids and a free lunch. 540-271-2228

 

August 28

cross 10am-4pm New Beginnings Church “We Love Kids” Day at 101 Pike Church Road, Harrisonburg with tons of kids activities including inflatable jump houses, a dunking booth, face painting, air brush tattoos, puppets, ventriloquism, music, games, cotton candy, snow cones, hot dogs, drink, and everything is free! Everyone welcome! 540-434-1555

 

August 31

MCj03293070000[1] 7pm-9pm 8th Annual “Praise in the Park” with Sierra Losh at 7pm performing in Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, Each night, there will be two performances of various styles of Christian music. These are free musical entertainment, there will be children’s activities, food galore and more! www.lindenheightsbc.com 540-886-1138

 


SEPTEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

September 4

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival 7pm Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents Barry Louis Polisar: this year’s Title 1 Family Show will feature the author, songwriter, storyteller and poet. Admission is free. www.musicfest.org 800-459-3396

 

September 4

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival 7pm Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents Cherryholmes with special guest Dry Mill Road. Tickets range from $22-27 www.musicfest.org 800-459-3396

 

September 5

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival 7pm Shenandoah Valley Music Festival presents The Com Cunningham Orchestra. www.musicfest.org 800-459-3396

 

September 10

MCj03293070000[1] Ride with Pride Benefit Concert at Frontier Culture Museum (therapeutic horseback riding program). Music will be performed by Faithful Men Gospel Group and Lisa Meadows and the Virginia Dreams Band. Tim Flick will be providing a catered BBQ meal. Pre-sale tickets only, cost is $15. Bring a lawn chair.

 

September 19

fire dept logo Waynesboro Fire Department Annual Auction beside the Waynesboro Fire Department: there will be lawn mowers, tools, sports collectibles, dishes, glassware, cookware, and much more. Food will also be available. 540-942-6730 or 540-942-6732

 

September 22

QUILT 12pm-4pm 3rd Annual Quilt Show and Demonstration sponsored by Loose Threads/Dorcas at Fort Valley Nursery, 1175 Hisey Avenue, Woodstock. Sponsored by The Quilter’s Cabin, Woodstock. Lunch available at Woodstock Café on site. 540-984-4911

 

September 24

Town of Shenandoah 6pm-9pm 2010 Cruz In to Shenandoah brought to you by Shenandoah Heritage Center, sponsored by Pioneer Bank; no registration fee. Held at 426 First Street, Shenandoah VA  22849. 540-742-1141 www.townofshenandoah.com

 

 


OCTOBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

October 9

alzheimers assocAlzheimer’s Association Harrisonburg’s Walk will begin at Massanutta Springs Camp and Conference Center. http://alz.org/memorywalk/

 

October 23

 Harrisonburg Parks & Recreation 8th Annual Race to Beat Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk to benefit RMH Breast Cancer Treatment. $20 registration fee prior to October 13 receive t-shirt. $25 registration free from October 14-20; there will be no race day registration. www.runwalkjog.com/beatbreastcancer 540-433-9168

 

 


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The proceeds raised on the following dates benefit the civic organization running it that week.

 

Open: Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm (weather permitting). Receive a hot dog with all the fixings and a drink (Pepsi products) for $1.50

 

July 26              Alpha Delta Kappa

August 2           Shen Valley Teen Challenge

August 9           BHS Band Boosters

August 16         Fellowship UM Church

August 23         Grace Covenant

August 30         St James UM Church

Sept 6               Summit Church

Sept 13             Brethren Woods

Sept 20             Thrivent Fin for Lutherans

Sept 27             Maranatha Church of God

October 4          Salvation Army

October 11        First Baptist Church

October 18        Linville UM Church

October 25        Highland Retreat

Nov 1                Weekday Religious Education

Nov 8                Morning View Church

Nov 15              Community Mennonite

Nov 22              Mt Tabor UMC

Nov 29              Faith Community Church

 

 


COLLEGE WEBSITES:

 

blueridge250x68 Blue Ridge Community College: www.brcc.edu/cal

 

eastern_mennonite_university Eastern Mennonite University: www.emu.edu/events or 540-432-4362

 

http://www.jmu.edu/music/images/hm-photo.jpg  JMU School of Music: www.jmu.edu/music or 540-568-6863

 

JMU Theatre & Dance: http://www.jmu.edu/theatre/prod.htm

 


ART & CULTURAL WEBSITES:

 

Arts Council of the ValleyArt Council of the Valley: www.ValleyArts.org

 

court square theaterCourt Square Theater: www.CourtSquareTheater.com

 

CrossRoads Heritage Center CrossRoads Heritage Center: www.vbmhc.org

hcmlogoHarrisonburg Children’s Museum: www.hcmuseum.org

http://66.147.242.84/~augusta2/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/dt-harrisonbug.gif  Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance: www.downtownharrisonburg.org

 

mcasvlogo Massanutten Chapter of the Archeological Society of VA: 540-564-0635 or www.mcasv.org

 

paint Oasis Gallery: www.oasisartgallery.org or 540-442-8188

 

flags Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation & National Historic District: www.shenandoahatwar.org

 

Shenandoah Co Parks & Rec Shenandoah County Parks & Recreation: www.shenandoahcountyva.us/parks_new

 

Shenandoah Valley Bach Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival http://www.emu.edu/bach/

 

saaclogo Staunton Augusta Art Center: www.saartcenter.org

 

paint The Art Group of Mount Jackson: www.theartgroup.org or 540-477-4131

 

City of Waynesboro, Virginia Waynesboro Cultural Events: www.waynesboroculture.com

 

logo Winchester-Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau: www.visitwinchesterva.com

 

 


NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION WEBSITES:

 

See full size image Alzheimer’s Association: 800-272-3900 or www.alz.org/cwva

 

LOGO_MAIN_DEFAULT-STYLEBig Brothers Big Sisters: 540-433-8886 or www.bbbshr.org

 

CC Logo Cat’s Cradle: 540-438-5222 or www.catscradleva.org

 

gusbuslogo Gus Bus: www.gusbus.org

 

hrcvbHarrisonburg Tourism: www.harrisonburgtourism.com or 540-432-8935

 

http://www.mrlib.org/images/sub_logo.gifMassanutten Regional Library: www.mrlib.org or 540-434-4475

 

Shen Valley Autism Partnership logo Shenandoah Valley Autism Partnership: 540-432-9015 or 540-568-8095 www.valleyautism.org

 

http://www.skylineliteracy.org/SkylineLogo.jpgSkyline Literacy Coalition: 540-433-0505 or www.skylineliteracy.org

 

header2 Winchester Connection: A social organization for single professionals over 40. www.winchesterconnection.org or 540-678-9500