BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Friends of Old Town - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Friends of Old Town X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Friends of Old Town REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T112403 CREATED:20250227T231542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T231542Z UID:10000029-1743870600-1743877800@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:Local Twin Teen Kids Book About Winchester Launch Party at Hideaway Cafe DESCRIPTION:Local Twin Teen Kids Book About Winchester Launch Party at Hideaway Cafe\nBook for Kids\, “Let’s Explore Winchester – Discover the Magic of Our City” \nDate: Saturday\, April 5\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm\nLocation: Hideaway Cafe\n141 S Loudoun St\, Winchester\, VA 22601 \n–Meet teen authors and book signing\n–Free bookmark with kid’s checklist from book\n–Free hot cocoa station for kids\n–Free book-themed coloring sheets \nBook cost: $20 \nEmma and Juliana 👧🏽👧🏽 Dobbs have been working hard 💪 this past year to put together a book 📖 for kids about Winchester\, Virginia.\n✍️ Written by local twin teens to inspire 𖠋𖠋𖠋 kids to explore our area\, complete with a ✔️checklist of things to do\, see\, and learn in our area.\nThis 🥳 event is open to the public to 💲purchase a signed copy of “Let’s Explore Winchester – Discover the Magic of Our City!” 🤔Consider donating a copy 🎁 to a local teacher or school library. 💝\nSee you there! 👀 🥳 \nAbout the book:\nJoin James Wood\, the founder of Winchester\, Virginia\, as he takes you on a journey through the history of this remarkable city\, the oldest west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From its roots as a Native American settlement to its transformation into a thriving community\, discover how Winchester evolved through the years. \nOn this adventure\, you’ll learn about the tribes that first inhabited the land\, the early European explorers\, and the settlers who established homes and vibrant cultures. James shares stories of notable figures\, including George Washington\, who played an important role during the French and Indian War\, and local heroes like Daniel Morgan\, who helped battle for American independence. \nExplore the rich history of Winchester\, covering everything from the famous Apple Blossom Parade to its historic sites\, such as the Old Courthouse and the iconic Walking Mall. This book offers a checklist of must-see landmarks\, events\, and hidden gems that make Winchester a beloved destination for families and history fans. Each page features a question from James Wood designed to create an interactive reading experience for your child or classroom. \nWhether you’re a local or a visitor\, “Let’s Explore Winchester” invites you to walk the streets\, explore the parks\, and create unforgettable memories in a community that cherishes its past while looking toward the future. Let’s embark on this adventure together and uncover the treasures of Winchester! \nAbout the authors:\nEmma and Juliana Dobbs\, high school twins from Frederick County\, Virginia\, have developed a strong passion for education\, history\, travel\, and exploring everything new. Having enjoyed their upbringing in Winchester\, they hope to share the exciting adventures of their area with other children. Emma and Juliana are committed to furthering their education\, and all proceeds from this book will go towards their college fund\, supporting their future academic endeavors and aspirations. \nBooks are also available online on Amazon.com and Blurb.com. URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/local-twin-teen-kids-book-about-winchester-launch-party-at-hideaway-cafe/ LOCATION:Hideaway Cafe\, 141 S Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Book-Party-Post-Card-Invite-Image-Front.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR