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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTSTAMP:20260415T223333 CREATED:20260302T160538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T160538Z UID:10000250-1772323200-1775001599@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:Finding Your Revolutionary War Hero DESCRIPTION:The Fort Loudoun DAR chapter is sponsoring an event akin to “Where’s Waldo” where participants get a Passport and go to the 38 participating merchants in Old Town to locate each Rev War Hero. Once they get 10 they can go to the Winchester Frederick Co. Visitor Center for a prize. URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/finding-your-revolutionary-war-hero/ LOCATION:V ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Finding-Your-Revolutionary-War-Hero-flyer.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T223333 CREATED:20251230T205323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T205323Z UID:10000220-1772532000-1772542800@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:FREE Midday at The YDC! DESCRIPTION:Midday at The YDC is a relaxed\, inclusive daytime program designed to give families a place to connect\, learn\, and spend meaningful time together. Open to all school-aged children and their caregivers\, this drop-in experience invites families to use The YDC as a community space that supports curiosity\, creativity\, and connection. \nDuring Midday at The YDC\, families have access to our reading rooms\, art supplies\, game room\, and esports room\, allowing children of mixed ages to explore interests at their own pace. Parents and caregivers are required to remain with their children at all times\, making this a shared experience that encourages engagement and community building. \nThis program takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and is open to all families\, whether you homeschool\, have a day off from school\, or are simply looking for a welcoming place to spend part of your day. The cost is $5 per day per family\, and the first Tuesday of each month is free. Families are encouraged to bring snacks and drinks and enjoy the space in a way that works best for them. \nMidday at The YDC creates room in the day for learning\, creativity\, and belonging\, right in the heart of our community. URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/free-midday-at-the-ydc/2026-03-03/ LOCATION:Youth Development Center\, 302 S Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendsofoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WIX-MIDDAY-AT-THE-YDC.png ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Development Center":MAILTO:executivedirector@myydc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T223333 CREATED:20250930T163149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T163149Z UID:10000109-1772645400-1772650800@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:First Wednesday Community Information Night DESCRIPTION:Addiction is a struggle — for the person and their loved ones. That’s why at Bridging the Gaps\, we’re offering 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭\, a 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜.\nThis October\, attendees will be able to receive Acudetox (ear acupuncture)\, a technique used in addiction recovery to help reduce cravings\, manage stress and anxiety\, ease insomnia\, and support healing.\n𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:\n▪️Receive Acudetox treatment from our nurse trained as a NADA Acudetox Specialist\n▪️Q&A with our clinicians and admissions team\n▪️Practical tools and resources for recovery\n▪️Connections to local support and community resources\n▪️Light refreshments provided \n𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝:\n💜 Individuals struggling with addiction\n💜 Family & friends supporting someone in addiction or recovery\n💜 Community members interested in learning more URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/first-wednesday-community-information-night/2026-03-04/ LOCATION:Bridging the Gaps\, 31 S. Braddock Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Bridging the Gaps":MAILTO:lwinnings@bridgingthegaps.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T223333 CREATED:20260210T155820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T155820Z UID:10000247-1772820000-1772827200@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:Sip & Start DESCRIPTION:Together\, we’ll enjoy drinks 🍺 and more from WBW while we start tomato 🍅 plants for your summer garden or container garden with guidance & supplies 🪏 🌱 from Moon Base Farms. Beginners\, experts and everybody in the middle are all invited. You don’t need to know ANYTHING about gardening\, we’ve got you covered! \nSupplies provided in a limited capacity per family/person and there is a suggested $5 donation in cash or card\, which we will donate 100% of directly to CCAP (neighbors helping neighbors with food\, money and more!). \nIf you attend and participate\, you will leave with: \n– A tomato plant or two of your own and instructions for how to not unalive them. We believe in you!\n– Delicious refreshments from Brew Works\n– A unique discount code for our farms online store to use on produce\n– Connections to other gardeners in Winchester & good vibes\n– Answers to questions about gardening\, farming and related topics. \nFAQ:\n– Does it cost anything? No\, but there is a suggested donation of $5 which 100% will be given to benefit CCAP. The more we raise\, the more we help our neighbors in need.\n– I have my own seeds and supplies\, could I bring them? Yes\, you may bring your own supplies (keep it small and consider the venue).\n– Will it be family friendly? Adults\, and adults with kids are all welcome. If you bring family\, please participate with your kids.\n– Will I have help if I don’t know what I’m doing? Yes!\n– I don’t know where I’ll put the plant. We can chat through and help you choose the best spot!\n– What is a Moon Base Farms? We’re a farm in Winchester\, nice to meet ya! \nSee you there and tell your pals! URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/sip-start/ LOCATION:Winchester Brew Works ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendsofoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Sip-N-Start-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Moon Base Farms":MAILTO:Themoonbasefarm@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T223333 CREATED:20260209T140436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T140436Z UID:10000245-1773486000-1773493200@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:Author Event: Anne Marchant - Wild Virginia DESCRIPTION:A Virginia wildlife conservation officer and a wildlife veterinarian team up to save animals from poachers and traffickers. With the support of colleagues\, they rehabilitate sick and injured animals so they can be released. Along the way they engage in several search and rescue operations and solve a case of attempted murder. Dedication to their work leaves no time for romance\, or does it? Stop by to grab your signed copy of Marchant’s newest work! URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-anne-marchant-wild-virginia/ LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/wild-virginia-book-cover.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T223333 CREATED:20260129T194451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T194646Z UID:10000241-1773489600-1773507600@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:Celtic Fest DESCRIPTION:Hark and gather\, ye merry souls! \nOn Saturday\, March 14th\, Old Town shall be awash in music\, mirth\, and Celtic cheer as we proclaim a grand celebration — Celtic Fest!\nFrom the twelfth hour ‘til five of the clock\, the Walking Mall shall be transformed into a lively festival village. Those who wander through shall discover:\n Lively tunes from pipers and roaming musicians A splendid market of vendors\, brought forth in partnership with the fine folk of Ravenwood\, offering wares most curious and delightful Hearty food and drink to fortify thy festival spirit Dancing\, laughter\, and jolly fellowship in the open air\nDon thy greenest raiment\, gather thy friends and kin\, and roam the ancient brick pathways as song fills the breeze and the spirit of the Celts takes hold.\nYet hold fast — for when the sun dips low\, the revelry doth not end…\n At the seventh hour of the evening\, the Celtic Bar Crawl begins! Brave adventurers shall embark upon a noble quest from tavern to tavern\, raising glasses\, sharing cheers\, and keeping the merriment alive well into the night.\nSo make haste and mark thy calendars — a day of music\, magic\, and memory awaits in Old Town. Thou art most warmly summoned to the festivities! URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/celtic-fest-2/ LOCATION:Loudoun Street Pedestrian Mall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendsofoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Celtic-Fest-2026-FB-Event-Sized.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Old Town":MAILTO:mainstwin.bcloven@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T223333 CREATED:20260209T140426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T140426Z UID:10000246-1774706400-1774713600@friendsofoldtown.org SUMMARY:Author Event: Mari-Jo Qualey - Soul Evidence DESCRIPTION:What makes us who we are? When a lethal wave of unexplained comas sweeps across the globe\, brain specialist Dr.Isabelle Beckinsale and her team race against time to save humanity—includingher own twin sister. Their discovery that every coma patient’s brain wavesmatch those from a distant star cluster launches them on a mission to thedepths of space\, where Isabelle must attempt the unthinkable to prevent humanextinction. Part medical thriller\, all sci-fi – grab yours today! URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-mari-jo-qualey-soul-evidence/ LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/61sJ0OZXKL._SY466_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR