Clarke County Library in Berryville will hold the following activities during the week of April 16-21. Information:  www.handleyregional.org.

April 17 – 10:30 a.m., Preschool Time for ages 3 and up

April 19 –  3:45 p.m., Story Art for ages 5-10

April 21 – 1 p.m., Paws for Reading

Samuels Public Library in Front Royal will hold the following children’s programs April 17-19.  Information: 540-635-3153.

April 17 – 4:3o p.m., Makers Club for school-age, Earth Day theme

April 18 and 19 – 10:15 a.m., Toddler storytime and 11 a.m., Preschool storytime, theme for both will be cats.

Maurertown Brethren Church will host a Community Youth Night Program 4-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 7 through April 28 for ages 4 and older. The program will include music, a Bible lesson, supper and game time. Registration/information: 540-325-0309.

The Blue Ridge Kiwanis of Winchester will meet at 7:30 a.m. April 19 at Perkins on Route 50 in Winchester. Guest speaker will be Greg Reynolds, project manager supporting FEMA. The public is invited.

The Shenandoah Valley Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa in conjunction with local Educators Rising groups will hold a Chalk Walk at 4 p.m. April 19 at Harrisonburg High School to raise money for scholarships. Anyone may make a donation to the scholarship fund in honor or in memory of an educator. Information: contact Karen at kswhetzel@gmail.com or 540-740-8589.

The Shenandoah County Department of Social Services is hosting a Daycare Fair 6-9 p.m. April 19 at their office in Woodstock. Learn about becoming a subsidy childcare provider for the county.  A representative from Childcare Aware  will answer questions about requirements. Information: contact Allison Gregg at 540-459-6914 or allison.gregg@dds.virginia.gov.

The Brain Injury Recovery Group will meet 6:30-8 p.m. April 19 at the Shenandoah University Health Professions Building on the Winchester Medical Center Campus. The goal of the group is to help each other, both survivors and caregivers, to thrive after traumatic brain injury. The group meets the third Thursday of the month. Information: contact Kathleen Mancini at TBI@mindspring.com or Betty Friant at 540-550-1784.

The Shenandoah Valley Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa will meet at 6:30 p.m. April 19 at Traditions Restaurant in Harrisonburg. The theme for the meeting is “Watching Them Grow!” and will include the annual scholarship presentations to future teachers.  Guest speaker will be English Jackson from Bridgewater College, a previous scholarship recipient. Cost for the dinner is $15 and reservations required prior to the event. Contact Dale MacAllister, treasurer, dale22850@aol.com.

Handley Regional Library will host a lecture by Dr. Rex Ellis, associate director for Curatorial Affairs, National Museum of African American History and Culture, 6:30-8 p.m. April 19 at the Robinson Auditorium.  Dr. Ellis will discuss the development of the museum and related topics. Information: contact Rebecca Ebert at 540-662-9041, ext. 22.

Strasburg High School will present “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, The Musical” at 7 p.m. April 19 and 21 and at 3 p.m. April 22. Advanced tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for students; $7 and $5 respectively at the door.  Information/tickets: shs.shenandoah.k12.va.us.

Limeton United Methodist Church in Bentonville will hold a yard and bake sale 8 a.m.-2 p.m. April 20 and 21.  Lots of new and used stuff.  Soup also available.

Wholesome Foods in Edinburg will host a chicken BBQ and yard sale April 20.  The yard sale, in front of the store, will run 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. and spaces are free; bring your tables.  The Chicken BBQ will be ready at 11 a.m. for $4 per half.

The Extension Master Gardener Help Desk will be available 9 a.m.-12 p.m. April 20 at the Shenandoah County Extension office in Woodstock to answer home horticultural questions. Information: 540-459-6140.

The Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a Community Volunteer Fair 11 a.m.-2  p.m. April 20 at the Historic Courthouse in Woodstock. Essentially a trade show for local agencies and non-profit services, area residents interested in volunteering will be able to “shop” for a place to give back to the community. The fair is being held in connection with National Volunteer Week. Information: 540-459-2542.

Samuels Public Library in Front Royal will host Vibes at the Libes 12:30-1:30 p.m. April 20. Musical guests will be the Winchester Celtic Circle, a local Celtic ensemble that specializes in traditional Scottish and Irish folk music. Bring your lunch. Information: 540-635-3153.

Local agencies and non-profits are hosting a Volunteer Fair 3-7 p.m. April 20 at the Warren County Community Center in Front Royal. Essentially a trade show for local service providers, area residents interested in volunteering will be able to “shop” for a place to give back to the community.  There will also be door prizes and demonstrations by local volunteer fire departments.  Admission is free and no registration is required. Information: contact Brenda Diehl at 540-514-1343 or bdiehl@warrencountyfire.com.

Beth El Congregation in Winchester will host a Family Shabbat Service beginning at 6:30 p.m. April 20 with a dairy potluck. Services will follow at 7 p.m. led by Rabbi Peter H. Grumbacher with birthday blessings for those celebrating May birthdays. An Oneg Shabbat reception will follow with cake and ice cream. Information: www.bethelcongregation.org.

Laurel Hill Christian Church in Strasburg will host Bingo 7-10 p.m. April 20 to benefit the SHS Transition Program.  Admission is $3 and cards are 25-cents each.

The Blue Ridge Singers will present their spring concert “To Music” at 7:30 pm. April 20 at the Front Royal Presbyterian Church and at 4 p.m. April 22 at First Baptist Church in Winchester. The program centerpiece will be Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “Serenade to Music”.  Other music will include Renaissance pieces, folk songs and spirituals. Admission is free; a $10 donation is suggested. Information: www.blueridgesingers.com.

The North Warren Fire & Rescue on Rockland Road will hold an all you can eat breakfast 7-11 a.m. April 21.  Cost is $8for adults, $4 for children 4-12, and free for children 3 and younger.

The breakfast planned for April 21 at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church to benefit the North Mountain Lutheran Parish Relay for Life Team has been cancelled.

The Mt. Olive United Methodist Church Women will host a breakfast starting at 8 a.m. April 21 at the church on Back Road in Toms Brook. A free will offering will be accepted to benefit the UMW missions.

The Strasburg FFA will hold a bake sale starting at 8 a.m. April 21 at First Bank in Strasburg.  Proceeds will benefit the Strasburg FFA BW Roller Scholarship Fund.

Shenandoah Valley Runners will host a Superhero 5K and Kids Run will be held April 21 at Greenwood Mill Elementary School April 21 to benefit the ChildSafe Center-CAC. Pre-registration and packet pick up is at 8 a.m. with the adult races start at 9 a.m..  Kids’ races will immediately follow the adult races. Registration by April 7 is $22 for SVA members or $25 for non-member; registration fees after April 7 until race day are $27 and $30 respectively. Information: 540-533-1349 or sdaily0712@gmail.com.

The Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation will host a community Kite Flying Day on the battlefield 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 21. Prizes for best home-made kite, most unique and other categories. A limited supply of kites will also be available for purchase. Information: www.ccbf.us or 540-869-2064.

Rabbi Peter Grumbacher will lead Introduction to Judaism for Potential Jews-By-Choice, 9-10:15 am. April 21 at Beth El Congregation in Winchester. Torah study will follow at 10:15 a.m. Information: www.bethelcongregation.org.

The Clarke County Parks and Recreation will host an Outdoor Spring Craft Show featuring only homemade crafts 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 21. Over 70 vendors expected. Admission is free. Information: 540-955-5147.

LFCC is hosting its annual Wits for Wellness 5K April 21 on the Middletown campus. Race-day registration is 7:15-8:45 p.m. with the race beginning at 9 a.m. Registration is $25.  The race benefits the LFCC Educational Foundation scholarship or fund and this year all proceeds will go to the Tanya Bock Emergency Fund for Nursing Students. Information/online registration: www.lfcc.edu/5K.

The Warren County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League will hold a bake sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m April 21 at Southern States in Front Royal.  All proceeds will benefit Warren County student scholarships.

The Shenandoah Valley Quilters Guild will meet at 9:30 a.m. April 21 at the Sunnyside Retirement Community in Harrisonburg. Guest speaker will be Josephine Millet, showing and discussing quilt patterns that are quick, effective and ideal for gifting. There will also be a time of show and tell for members’ work, a raffle and refreshments. Attendees are invited to bring a lunch and stay for an afternoon of sewing for others. Information: www.svqg.org.

The Selah Theatre Project in Front Royal will hold auditions 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. April 21 for its July performances of “Zombie Prom”. Preparation will be a one-minute musical theatre song.  Information: latasha@selahthreatreproject.org.

Handley Library will host Knitting for First Timers led by Micki Connor 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 21 for ages 16 and up.  This introductory course is a basic learn-how-to-knit workshop.  Learn the basics of casting on, knitting, purling, yarn and needle selection, and pattern reading at the basic level. Participants will be supplied with free needles and yarn. Space is limited and registration is required. Information/registration: contact Adrienne Davis at 540-869-9000, ext 121 or visit https://handley.libcal.com/event/4050425.

The Friends of Handley Regional Library will host author Nancy L. Johnston discussing “When You’re Too Busy Taking Care of Other People” 11 a.m.-12 p.m. April 21 in the Robinson Auditorium at Handley. She will read from her books and discuss finding the balance between taking care of others and taking care of oneself. Information: contact Barbara Dickinson at 540-662-9041, ext. 31 or friends@handleyregional.org.

Strasburg Assembly of God will host a Ladies Mini Retreat 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 21 at the church to include lunch. Guest speaker will be Sue Dodge, an inductee into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame with four decades of singing Gospel music.  The event is free but pre-registration requested.  Information/registration: Pastor Dot at dgholdren@shentel.net, 540-869-5081 or 540-622-7952 or Judy Hochard at 540-335-5097.

Samuels Public Library in Front Royal will hold the following children’s programs April 21.  Registration required for both activities. Information/registration: 540-635-3153.

11 a.m. –  Saturday Morning Movie featuring “Coco”, popcorn available while supplies last, for ages 5 and up and their families

2 p.m. –  Discuss This: 80’s Style for teens age 12-18; gather for an 80’s-themed movie, dress from that era and enjoy a makeover; refreshments

The North Shenandoah Ruritan Club will hold its annual Charity Auction starting at 1 p.m. April 21 at the Lebanon Church Community Center. The Ruritan Club will accept donations for the auction through April 21. Food will also be available starting at 12 p.m.  Auction proceeds will benefit the Strasburg Compassion Cupboard Food Bank, the community center and the Ruritans.  Information/donation pick up: 540-465-5959, 540-465-9413 or 571-259-9716.

Sustainability Matters will host the garden talk “Herb! Delicious Additions to Your Garden & Kitchen”  1-3 p.m. April 21 at the Barns of Rose Hill. The talk, part of the series “Sustainability in the Garden: Edibles”, will be led by Paula Brownlee discussing herbs that are easy to cultivate in our area and the tasty changes they can make in your usual meals. Information: www.facebook.com/sustainabilitymattersVA.

First Church of Columbia Furnace in Edinburg will hold a sloppy ham potpie dinner 3-7 p.m. April 21.  Carryout dinners are $6, carryout quarts are $7 and country ham sandwiches are $3.  A free will offering will be accepted for dine-in only.  Proceeds will benefit the church building fund.

The Fort Valley Volunteer Fire Department will hold a ham and oyster supper 3:30-7 p.m. April 21. The cost is $17 for adults and $7 for children 10 and under; takeouts also available. Dessert donations welcome. Information: www.fortvalleyfiredepartment.com.

The youth of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Winchester will pot plants 4-6 p.m. April 21 followed by “Mocha and a Message” at 6 p.m. in the social hall. Enjoy a contemporary worship service with coffee (and other beverages) and dessert. There is no charge for this family friendly event but a free will offering will be collected to benefit community outreach. Bingo will be played following the service.

The Front Royal Oratorio Society will present two performances of their spring concert “Heaven and Earth” featuring the ‘Requiem’ by John Rutter and a variety of sacred hymns. Performances will be held at 4 p.m. April 21 at Braddock Street United Methodist Church in Winchester and at 4 p.m. April 22 at the Front Royal Presbyterian Church. Admission is free but a free will offering will be taken. Information:  www.fros.online or 540-635-4842.

Boyce United Methodist Church will hold an all you can eat spaghetti dinner 4-7 p.m. April 21 at the Boyce Fire Hall.  A free will offering will be accepted to benefit the church ministries. Take-out trays will also be available. Information: contact Diana at 540-336-3585 or Joan at 540-409-7197.

Front Royal Church of the Brethren will hold an all you can eat spaghetti dinner 4-7 p.m. April 21.  Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children, and free for children 4 and under. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.

The Star Tannery Volunteer Fire Department will hold a dinner starting at 4:30 p.m. April 21.  Your choice of BBQ chicken or country ham.  Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under.

The Selah Theatre Project in Front Royal will host a Paint Nite 4-6:30 p.m. April 29. Artist Maddie Jacques will lead participants in painting a landscape/park scene.  Cost is $35 and includes a glass of wine for those 21 and over. Registration required by 5 p.m. April 21. Information/registration: https://selahtheatreproject.ticketspice.com/sunday-in-the-park-with-maddi.

The Strasburg Fire Department Auxiliary will host Quarter Bingo 6-9 p.m. April 21.  Doors open at 5 p.m. Food will also be available. Information: 540-758-3384.

The Arts Chorale of Winchester will present two performances commemorating the end of two major wars, WWI (100 years) and the Korean War (65 years) at 8 p.m. April 21 and 3 p.m. April 22 at Grace Lutheran Church in Winchester. The concert will include choral settings by Samuel Barber and Morten Lauridsen and the well known classic work “Requiem” by Gabriel Faure. Tickets are $10.  Information/tickets: artschoralewinchester.org.

St. Martins Lutheran Church in New Market will celebrate Homecoming April 22. The Rev. George Sims will deliver the message during the 11 a.m. Worship Service of Holy Communion. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. and a covered dish meal will follow the service.

Sky Meadows State Park in Delaplane will celebrate Earth Day 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 22. Stop by the Explorer Outpost to learn about water conservation practices or meet at the Valley Trail head at 10 a.m. to help remove old fencing left behind when new fences were built to move pasture fence from waterways.  Information: skymeadows@dcr.virginia.gov or 540-593-3556.

St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Woodstock will celebrate its 270th Anniversary 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 22. There will be a special worship service at 11 a.m. followed by a street festival celebration. There will be activities for all ages and a historical tour of the church cemetery located on Church Street.

The Strasburg Christian Church will host brunch 1-4 p.m. April 22 to benefit the Furry Friends Animal Rescue.  Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children 5-11 and free for children 4 and under. There will also be a silent auction.  Bring a pet food item and be entered to win a door prize.

Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Front Royal will celebrate Missionary Day at 3 p.m. April 22. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Alfred Woods from First Baptist Church. Special music will be provide by the John Wesley Male Chorus.

Randolph-Macon Academy in Front Royal will hold their Spring Concert at 4 p.m. April 22 in Boggs Chapel.  The Band, Chorus, and Handbell Choir will all perform. Admission is free. Information: contact Bandmaster Ed Richards at erichards@rma.edu or 540-636-5339.

The Friends of Sky Meadows State Park will host a viewing of Lyrids meteor shower 8:30 p.m.-5 a.m. April 22-23.  Arrive between 8:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. to watch the event that lasts until 5 a.m. Cost is $25 per car and event is limited to 100 vehicles; no cars admitted after 11:30 p.m. Registration required. Information/registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dark-skies-meteor-shower-viewing-tickets-42927209439.

The Shenandoah County Retired Teachers Association will hold a memorial service for deceased members and present scholarships to future teachers at their spring dinner May 2. All retired educations from any division are invited to attend. Reservations required by April 23. Information/reservations: contact Maryann Sherry at 540-436-3026 or maryann@shentel.net.

The Shenandoah County Association for Family and Community Education Council will meet at 10 a.m. April 23 at the Shenandoah County Extension office in Woodstock. Information: 540-459-6140.

Handley Library will host a La Leche meeting 5:30-6:30 p.m. April 23 in the Children’s Room. Natasha Ossinova, RN IBCLC, will lead this group for new and expecting mothers to talk with others, share experiences and find out more about breastfeeding and its benefits. Babies, siblings and partners welcome. No registration required. Information: contact Aimee Gangai at 540-662-9041, ext 21 or agangai@handleyregional.org.

Bowman Library in Stephens City will hold the following activities during the week of April 23-28.  Information:  www.handleyregional.org.

April 23 – 6 p.m.,  Anime & Pocky, ages 12-18 (grades 6-12)

April 25 – 11 a.m., Storytime for ages 3 and up

April 26 –  11 a.m., Baby Time for ages 0 to 15 months

April 27 – 2 p.m., Homeschool Libratory

April 28 –  11 a.m.,  Storytime for ages 3 and up

Clarke County Library in Berryville will hold the following activities during the week of April 23-28. Information:  www.handleyregional.org.

April 24 – 10:30 a.m., Preschool Time for ages 3 and up

April 26 –  3:45 p.m., Story Art for ages 5-10

Samuels Library in Front Royal and the Warren Wordsmiths will hold a Writers Support Group 6-7:30 p.m. April 24. Get help with a writing project, give constructive criticism or discuss writing ideas.  The group meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday. Information: 540-635-3153.

A card shower is planned for Jane Senseney Rhodes, who will celebrate her 75th birthday April 25. Cards can be sent to 397 Royal Ave. Strasburg, VA 22657.

Samuels Library in Front Royal will host What the Tech! 4-5:30 p.m. April 26. Teen volunteers will update you on the latest tech tips and tricks for your personal devices.  Bring your phones, smart devices, tablets, laptops or E-Readers and plenty of questions. Registration required to ensure enough volunteers available. Information/registration: 540-635-3153.

The Friends of Samuels Public Library in Front Royal will host the lecture “Unaccompanied and Free: The Rise of A Capella Pop Music” 6-8:30 p.m. April 26. Guest speaker will be Michael DeMato, choral director and music instructor at Randolph-Macon Academy. Information: 540-635-3153.

The Virginia Genealogical Society will hold its spring conference April 27-28 in Richmond. April 27 is a free day with guided research through the Library of Virginia. April 28 will feature three tracks of four lectures each and the annual VGS meeting at the Four Points by Sheraton-Richmond Airport. Cost, before April 1 is $45 for VGS members and $55 for non-VGS members; registration after April 1, add $10 per person. Seating is limited. Information: http://www.vgs.org.

The Strasburg Museum will hold training sessions at 10 a.m.  April 27 and 28 for anyone interested in volunteering as a Docent/Greeter.  Shifts are 3 hours and greeters do not have to conduct tours.  Information: 540-465-3728 or 540-465-5281.

The Fine and Performing Arts Club and Student Life will host “Best of Broadway” Cabaret at 7 p.m. April 27 and 28 and at 2:30 p.m. April 29 at the McCoy Theatre on the  Lord Fairfax Community College Middletown campus. Featuring favorite Broadway hits, the Cabaret will be directed by professional actor and musician Russell Rinker.  Tickets are $5 for adults and $2 for children under 12. Information: lfcc.edu/event.

Beth El Congregation in Winchester will host a Shabbat Service beginning at 7:30 p.m. April 27. Guest speaker will be Claudia Martin presenting “Growing Up in Nazi Germany”, based on her experiences as a young child growing up in the German province of Saxony.  An Oneg Shabbat reception will follow the service. Information: www.bethelcongregation.org.

Barns of Rose Hill in Berryville will present We Banjo 3 in concert at 8 p.m. April 27. From Ireland, We Banjo 3 is an infectious blend of traditional Irish music and Americana, Bluegrass and a hint of pop, affectionately described as “Celtgrass”. Tickets are $25 in advance or $35 at the door; free for ages 12 and under when accompanied by an adult. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets/information: 540-955-2004 Tuesday-Saturday, 12-3 p.m.

St. Stephens Lutheran Church, Back Road in Strasburg, will hold a pancake breakfast 7-10 a.m. April 28.  A free will offering will be accepted to benefit the North Mountain Lutheran Parish Relay for Life Team.

The New Market Chamber of Commerce will host a Community Yard Sale 7 a.m.-3 p.m. April 28 in Rebel Park. Food and craft vendors will set up 5-7 a.m. Spaces are available on a first come, first served basis for $15 for an 18 x 18 space. Information: call 540-740-3212.

The Columbia Furnace United Methodist Church in Edinburg will hold an Indoor Yard Sale 7 a.m.-12 p.m. April 28 at the church. A free will offering will be accepted to benefit outreach ministries.

The Round Hill Ruritan Club in Winchester will hold a community sale 8 a.m.-2 p.m. April 28. Tables/spaces are $10 each; tables and chairs provided. The Ladies of the Rescue Mission will provide breakfast and lunch with all sales benefiting the Mission. Information: contact Cyndi at 540-333-2851 and leave message.

Samuels Public Library in Front Royal will hold the following children’s programs April 28.  Registration required for both activities. Information/registration: 540-635-3153.

11 a.m. –  Peter Rabbit’s Salad Patch: A Children’s Garden Program for ages 6 and up.  Plant all of he thing Peter Rabbit loved to munch and learn about author Beatrix Potter and listen to passages from her stories.

2 p.m. –  World of Lego for ages 5 and up. Explore all the amazing things you can do with Legos.

The Town of New Market and the Area Library will co-hot an Arbor Day event at 1 p.m. April 28 at the library. The theme will be “Help Keep Our Furry Forest Friends Safe”. There will be a guest speaker from the Forestry Department for adults along with activities for children including storytime and a visit with Smokey Bear.  There will also be door prizes.

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held 4-7 p.m. April 28 at the Hudson Cross Roads Community Center in Mt. Jackson. Donations and free will offerings will be accepted and split between Mike McMinn and Kimbra Good to assist with medical expenses.  Information: 407-590-9608.

Sky Meadows State Park will host the Spring Fever 5K 9-11 a.m. April 29. The race, made possible by Roots and Rocks Adventures, starts and ends at Turner Pond. Following the race there will be music, a recovery tent provided by Pivot Physical Therapy and awards and prizes. Registration is $25. Information/registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Paris/SpringFeverTrail5k.

The Magic Lantern Theater will host a screening  “Don’t Think Twice” (R) at 4:30 p.m. April 29 at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley. The film is a bittersweet look at work and careers  in today’s standup comedy world. Admission is $8; $5 for Theater, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley and Barns of Rose Hill members. Doors open at 4 p.m. Information: www.magiclanterntheater.org, info@magiclanerntheater.org or 540-678-0963.

A card shower is planned for Mary Lou Stephens, who will celebrate her birthday April 30. Cards can be sent to Luther Crest/Apt. 307, 9138 N. Congress St., New Market, VA 22844.

A meeting and training for Shenandoah County 4-H leaders will be held at 6 p.m. April 30 at the Shenandoah County Extension office. Information: 540-459-6140.