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Join the Historic Shepherdstown Commission for Local Heritage

Support local history by joining Historic Shepherdstown Commission and Museum The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Historic Shepherdstown Commission and Museum is actively encouraging locals to join its 2025 membership campaign. This initiative supports the preservation and celebration of Shepherdstown's unique history, architecture, and

Shepherd University Hosts 40th Annual Student Leadership Conference

Student Leadership Conference 2025 continues 40-year-old tradition at Shepherd The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Student Leadership Conference 2025 at Shepherd University, a cherished tradition for over 40 years, gathered 102 students in Shepherdstown to enhance their leadership skills. Assistant director Rachael Meads emphasized the importance

Shepherdstown Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Local Pop-Up Markets

‘Shot through the heart’: Valentine’s Day markets fill town with celebratory spirit The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the festive spirit as Shepherdstown hosted two vibrant pop-up markets ahead of Valentine’s Day, showcasing local artisans' unique creations. Held at

Shepherdstown Group Enriches Library with Philip Roth Collection

Group donates entire collection of Philip Roth books to Shepherdstown Public Library The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the donation of an entire collection of Philip Roth's books to the Shepherdstown Public Library by the Legendary Shepherdstown Philip Roth Reading

Shepherdstown's New Book Club Tackles Banned Literature

Banned books to be challenged through new book club, children’s storytime The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff On March 2, Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown will launch a new Banned Book Club aimed at addressing the rising trend of book censorship and bans across the country.

Harpers Ferry Residents Embrace Tulip Traditions for Spring

The time of ‘Tulip Mania’ The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle explores the phenomenon of 'Tulip Mania,' which captivated 17th-century Dutch society as tulips became luxurious commodities. This historical craze, driven by emerging merchants and exotic goods from places like the Ottoman

Shepherdstown Library Hosts Online Safety Class for Community

Librarians teaches patrons how to protect themselves online The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Public Library recently hosted a digital literacy class aimed at empowering local residents, especially seniors, to protect themselves online. Led by library director Christy Hagerty and Adult Services librarian Addison Reese,