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Shepherdstown's Contemporary American Theater Festival Unveils 2025 Lineup

Shepherdstown's Contemporary American Theater Festival Unveils 2025 Lineup

Contemporary American Theater Festival announces 2025 season Herald-Mail Media | Monday, April 21, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Contemporary American Theater Festival, taking place from July 11 to Aug. 3 at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, announces five world premiere plays for its 2025 season. Artistic Director Peggy McKowen highlights themes of

Shepherdstown Rotary Club's C&O Canal Bike Ride Registration Opens

Registration now open for June 7 canal bike ride The Journal | Sunday, April 20, 2025 By Staff Registration is now open for the Shepherdstown Rotary Club's First Annual C&O Canal Bike Ride, taking place on June 7. This scenic event will follow the picturesque C&

Herb Peddicord Shares Claymont Forest Management Insights

Retired forester discusses plans for Claymont Forest The Journal | Friday, April 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a talk at Shepherd University, retired forester Herb Peddicord shared his planning strategies for Claymont Forest, a significant woodland in the region, highlighting the diverse architecture and unique challenges it faces. Since retiring,

Shepherdstown Kiwanis Club Hosts 22nd Annual Children’s Auction

Around the Region - April 18, 2025 The Journal | Friday, April 18, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Kiwanis Club of Shepherdstown will host its 22nd Annual Children's Benefit Auction on May 9 at Wildwood Middle School, featuring a variety of items including jewelry, furniture, and

Shepherd University Honors Civility Award Winners; Local Events Announced

Around the Region - April 20, 2025 The Journal | Friday, April 18, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on recent events in the region, including the announcement of the 2025 Campus Civility Award winners at Shepherd University, where Joshua Molina, Rachael Meads, and Dr. Craig Cline were honored for their

Shepherd University Chorale to Premiere New Oratorio

‘Sprinkle Coast Dust on My Grave’: Masterworks Chorale to premiere new oratorio inspired by Mine Wars The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the premiere of 'Sprinkle Coal Dust on My Grave,' an oratorio by Shepherd University alum Walker Williams, inspired

Shepherdstown Community Gathers for Cookout at the Pantry

ABC Day celebrated with Cookout at the Pantry The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Staff On April 10, Shepherd University Dining Services collaborated with the Shepherdstown Shares Food Pantry to host the Cookout at the Pantry, celebrating Aramark Building Community Day. Held at the Trinity Episcopal Church parish