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Shepherdstown Reading Group Donates Philip Roth Collection to Library

Shepherdstown Reading Group Donates Philip Roth Collection to Library

Local group donates entire collection of Philip Roth books to Shepherdstown Public Library The Journal | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Tabitha Johnston In a heartwarming initiative stemming from the pandemic, Shepherdstown resident Howard Wachtel inspired a group of friends from the Shepherd University Lifelong Learning program to embark on a

Celebrating Cultural Heritage at Local Arts Camp

Celebrating Cultural Heritage at Local Arts Camp

Fostering A Cultural Identity At Camp And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Staff On this edition of West Virginia Morning from West Virginia Public Broadcasting, Affrilachian writer Norman Jordan's influence on the Black Arts movement

Shepherdstown's Writers Conference to Inspire Local Authors

Uncovering The Mystery Of The Writing Business The Independent Observer | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Steve Pearson The upcoming Manuscript to Marketplace Writers Conference at Shepherd University, located in Shepherdstown, promises an engaging experience with a focus on both marketing and writing craft. Set for March 21-22, 2025, the event

Bedington Church Events and Local Education Grant Announced

Around the Region - February 7, 2025 The Journal | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that Bedington United Methodist Church in Martinsburg is organizing a spaghetti take-out event and a pancake breakfast in February and March, respectively. Meanwhile, Aly Nazarok from Shepherd University has secured a $5,

Explore Birding Basics with PVAS at Shepherd University

Explore Birding Basics with PVAS at Shepherd University

PVAS offering Birding 101 The Journal | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Staff The Journal highlights the Potomac Valley Audubon Society's Birding 101 course this April at Shepherd University, designed for novices and seasoned birders alike in the Charles Town area. The program consists of four classroom sessions and

Shepherd University Music Festival Celebrates Student Talent

Shepherd University Music Festival Celebrates Student Talent

Shepherd University School of Music hosts 20th annual Honor Music Festival The Journal | Thursday, February 6, 2025 By Staff The Shepherd University School of Music, located near Charles Town, recently hosted its 20th annual Honor Music Festival, bringing together over 160 talented high school musicians from the region on January

Shepherd University Promotes Student Advocacy Through Writing

Shepherd University groups teach students how to write to representatives The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Staff At Shepherd University, students engaged in a program aimed at fostering civic engagement and improving writing skills by sending letters to local representatives. Organized by the Shepherd Writing Project, Common Reading