Community
Basye/Bryce Mountain Lions Club Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
The Lions club is gearing up to help needy families who may not have the Thanksgiving that many of us are accustom to celebrating. They are counting on your support to help fill food collection boxes that have been placed at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Mount Herman United Methodist Church, and in the lobby of the Bryce Resort Main Lodge. The Lion's Club will be making up 20 to 25 food baskets for needy families in the Shenandoah Valley. This year there are more families than previous years who are in need. The Lion's Club will purchase 12 - 14 lb turkeys, and pumpkin pies for each family and ensure that all food baskets have the traditional Thanksgiving dinner of mashed potatoes & gravy, stuffing, yams, green beans, and cranberry sauce.
For additional meals after Thanksgiving, food items will also be added such as corn, peas, pork & beans, beets, carrots, mixed fruit, peaches, fruit juices, soups, cereal, beef stew, spaghetti, peanut butter, chili, apple sauce, several loaves of bread and many other non-perishable food items. Food collection boxes will be in place on Sunday, November 1st. Thank you for donating only non-perishable food items.
The food baskets will be delivered to those in need on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving.
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Chambers of Commerce
Bryce Resort is a proud and active member of the Chambers of Commerce from Winchester to New Market. Each chamber promotes many attractions and festivals throughout the year. Please click on the Chamber of your choice to be directly connected to their website. For directional purposes, Mount Jackson is the closest town to Bryce Resort - 11 miles east!
| Mount Jackson, Virginia Located 11 miles East of Bryce Resort, Mount Jackson is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley and is rich in its history and culture. The town of Mt. Jackson was originally named Mt. Pleasant and was changed to honor Andrew Jackson who was a frequent visitor in his travels from Washington D.C. to his home in Tennessee. There are many historic buildings in town featuring a wide variety of architecture, several of which served as Confederate and Union Army field hospitals during the Civil War. For more information, visit www.mountjacksonva.org or call 540-477-3275. |
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Edinburg, Virginia Approximately 6 miles North of Mount Jackson and nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and situated in central Shenandoah County, Edinburg, incorporated in 1852, exemplifies the quaint, small town atmosphere of the valley. Along its streets are antique, craft, and gift shops as well as art galleries. A great time to visit Edinburg would be the third weekend in September when the town holds its Edinburg Ole' Time Festival--BUT, anytime of the year is eye-candy for the soul! For more information, visit www.edinburgchamber.com or call 540-984-8318. |
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| New Market, Virginia Located 7.5 miles South of Mount Jackson, New Market's (first named Cross Roads) history began in 1796 when it was established by a charter of the Virginia General Assembly. Civil War buffs look upon the New Market Battlefield with reverance and awe reminded of the sacrifices made by several hundred cadets of Virginia Military Institute under the command of General John C. Breckinridge. Three museums offer the visitor with a variety of exhibits...The New Market Battlefield Historical Park, the New Market Battlefield Civil War Military Museum and the Museum of American Cavalry. For more information, visit www.newmarketvirginia.com or call 540-740-3212. |
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| Woodstock, Virginia Approximately 10 miles North of Mount Jackson, The Citizens of Woodstock welcome everyone to their charming and historic town. Woodstock was established by charter in 1761 by none other than George Washington in Virginia's House of Burgesses and has been the county seat since Shenandoah County was formed in 1772. The limestone courthouse in the center of town was built in 1795 and was designed by Thomas Jefferson. It is the oldest continous working courthouse west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Woodstock is also the home of the North Mountain Vineyard and Winery and the Massanutten Military Academy. For more information, visit www.townofwoodstockva.com or call 540-459-2542. |
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Strasburg, Virginia Approximately 24 miles North of Mount Jackson, Strasburg is known as the Antique Capital of Virginia. Like her Shenandoah sister towns, Strasburg is rich in history and visitors are encouraged to take a trip into the past by visiting the Stonewall Jackson, Strasburg or Jeane Dixon Museums or the Museum of American Presidents. For more information, visit www.strasburgvachamber.com or call 540-465-3187. |
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| Winchester, Virginia Approximately 40 miles North of Mount Jackson, Winchester is the home of the Apple Blossom (spring) and Apple Harvest Festival (fall). Rich in American history (5 civil war battles in the area and control changed hands many times). Headquarters of George Washington and "Stonewall" Jackson. Many shops catering to the seeker of modern items as well as those seeking antiques. For more information, visit www.visitwinchesterva.com or call 1-800-662-1360 or 540-662-4135. |
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Theaters
The Strasburg Theater
151 West King Street
Strasburg, VA 22657
540-465-1777
The Strasburg Theater is open from Wednesday through Saturday, bringing you the very best in live entertainment. Visit us on line for the current Calendar of Events. www.strasburgtheater.com.
Wayside Theatre
7853 Main Street
Middletown, VA 22645
540-869-1776
Newly renovated for the 2008-2009 season.
To order tickets or for information, call 540-869-1776 or visit the Wayside Theatre website.
Music
First Friday Music
At The Art Group in Mt. Jackson - 5998 Main Street. Friday arts and music is held from 7pm to about 10pm the 1st Friday of every month. This monthly event is going strong and growing with the help of The Town of Mt. Jackson, The Art Group, and shenandoahmusic.com. Both musicians and listeners are enjoying an evening of "art for your eyes and ears." This is a no charge event and refreshments are available. To view the next scheduled event, go to www.theartgroup.org
Creative Arts
The Bowman-Shannon Art Group
5998 Main Street
U.S. Route 11
Mt. Jackson, VA 22842
A community gallery in a beautifully restored historic home featuring paintings, photography, ceramics, fabric furniture, calligraphy, jewelry, classes and workshops in art and music. 540-477-4131
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