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SUMMARY:Author Event: Michael Kleen - Haunted Highways of Virginia
DESCRIPTION:Every mile of cracked asphaltand winding highway in Virginia whispers stories of bloodshed\, betrayal\, andthe unexplained. From colonial-era graveyards and Civil War battlefields toghost towns\, haunted roadsides\, and legendary bridges\, bone-deep local legendsand first-person encounters await. With a storyteller’s eye and a historian’s passion\, author Michael Kleen isyour guide to the haunted heart of Virginia—where the past is never past andthe road ahead may vanish in the fog. Buckle up. The ghosts are waiting.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-michael-kleen-haunted-highways-of-virginia/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260729T135252Z
CREATED:20260729T135252Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Alain J. Otárola - Life Among the Willows
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy (a signed copy of) this collection of vividly told stories about the author’s early years in the Chilean Andes. Each vignette captures the innocence\, humor\, cruelty\, and wonder that shaped the author’s childhood. Whether rooted in ordinary experiences\, such as going to the market with his mother\, seeing ghosts\, and hiking in the mountains\, or in extraordinary events\, such as a grandmother with an unusual profession or a brother kidnapped by the military dictatorship\, each story stands on its own while contributing to a larger meditation on childhood\, loss\, and memory.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-alain-j-otarola-life-among-the-willows/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T130000
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SUMMARY:Author Event: C. W. Armbrust - Cibola
DESCRIPTION:Set in the sixteenth century in a field in central Guatemala\, Franciscan friar Marcos de Niza is busy working with the local people\, teaching them efficient farming methods aimed at increasing production to cope with the rapidly growing population of New Spain. He also enjoys teaching the local villagers common languages used for trade with the Spanish settlers and the population throughout the New World. From Mexico City\, a thousand miles away\, the bishop has selected the friar\, drafting him into service on an expedition to explore the unknown regions far north of the subtropical region where he has served his mission so well. He is to join the expedition where he will explore new territories and encounter the people of Tierra Nueva. \nThrough unexpected events and turns of fortune\, the friar becomes the leader of a massive expedition commissioned by the viceroy of New Spain. His new mission was to seek out the riches of these new lands and establish contact with Indigenous people who had not been previously encountered. \nThe unsuspecting friar blazes a trail into history with his expedition that triggers a shift in the future of New Spain and the new land of Tierra Nueva\, eventually to become the lands of Mexico and the southwest US. \nThe friar has long since faded into the background of history\, despite being an influential figure in the transformation of Spain’s economic structure and paving the way for Francisco Vázquez de Coronado’s infamous mission to conquer the cities of Cibola\, which followed in his footsteps.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-c-w-armbrust-cibola/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T140000
DTSTAMP:20260721T134436Z
CREATED:20260721T134436Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Sharon Pajka - Haunted Colleges & Universities in Virginia
DESCRIPTION:Colleges are more than classrooms and quads. They are living relics where history lingers and\, sometimes\, refuses to stay quiet. A phantom hugger roams the President’s Houseat William and Mary\, and the grave-robbing secrets of historic medical schools refuse to be forgotten. Blending folklore\, history\, and mystery\, author Sharon Pajka reveals a supernatural side of academia\, where legends linger\, spirits wander\, and the past and present walk hand in hand.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-sharon-pajka-haunted-colleges-universities-in-virginia/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T130000
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CREATED:20260721T134346Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Craig Matthews - Multiple Titles
DESCRIPTION:Author Craig Matthews got a late start in his publishing life\, as his first book\, Immigrant Patriot\, was published when he was 57. His family heritage\, life experiences\, and vast vocational undertakings have only deepened his love of the written word. Now with six published works he feels like he is justscratching the surface. \nCraig has always been fascinated by the interplay of the unseen spiritual world upon our physical reality. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood\, but against the rulers\, against the authorities\, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness\, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places\, which is why he uses the hash tag #thespiritualthriller. \nHis stories are intense\, gritty\, and hopeful. They are filled with real people wrestling against tremendous issues\, and they overflow with an underlying hope for freedom and a future. \nAlthough Craig has Michigan roots he has significant ties to Northern Virginia as his youngest son and their family lives near Winchester. Meet him today!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-craig-matthews-multiple-titles/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Michael Amos Cody - Avalon Moon
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to welcome back author Michael Amos Cody. In Avalon Moon\, a local man has gone missing and then is soon found dead in a highland meadow\, side-by-side with an unknown woman. When another man and woman go missing and a female deputy is found murdered\, Gabriel Tanner\, editor of Runion’s weekly newspaper\, and Plumer Reeves\, a reclusive local hawkshaw working for the niece of the first dead man\, suspect a monster is hunting in their western North Carolina mountains. Two extraordinary young women\, the Avalon community’s Ariel Anderson and Lonesome Mountain’s Livvy Goforth\, join Tanner and Reeves to lead the attempt to discover and stop the killer.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-michael-amos-cody-avalon-moon/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
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SUMMARY:Find Waldo Local Begins!
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for another round of Find Waldo Local! All month long\, he’ll be sneaking around Old Town businesses. Find him for a chance to win big!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/find-waldo-local-begins/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Stephanie S. Gardner - Mattie’s Story: Adventures in Dayton
DESCRIPTION:Stephanie Gardner’snovellas are inspired by real people\, places and events from the historicalShenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains. From mountaineer history inpost-Civil War Thornton Gap to Victorian life in the town of Dayton\, thesestories are sure to please fans of regional fiction and folklore.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-stephanie-s-gardner-matties-story-adventures-in-dayton/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T140000
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CREATED:20260504T130025Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Steve Carpenter - The Allure and Peril of the Appalachian Trail
DESCRIPTION:Contrary to Bill Bryson’s popular book’s title\, hiking the Appalachian Trail isn’t just “a walk in the woods.” It is a long and strenuous hike and danger abounds for unwary hikers. For many\, the risk of peril adds to the allure of the trail. In this enthralling volume\, long-time hiker Steve Carpenter explores the joys of the trail and the misfortunes that have befallen hikers. Including some history of the trail\, Carpenter relays encounters with wildlife\, accidents on the trail\, stories of sex and murder\, and meetings with larger-than-life thru hikers. Stop by the bookstore and grab a signed copy from author Steve Carpenter!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-steve-carpenter-the-allure-and-peril-of-the-appalachian-trail/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Haley Hodges - Eros Rex
DESCRIPTION:Eros Rex introduces Haley Hodges’ vibrant poetic voice\, at once sensual and reverent\, restless and devoted. Hodges’ sonically impactful lines are brash and honest in addressing God\, and these poems viscerally situate spirituality in the everyday world\, whether in Burger King or the back yard. Come meet Haley at the shop and grab a signed copy!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-haley-hodges-eros-rex/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T142204Z
CREATED:20260511T142204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T142204Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Sarah Lauck - The Weeping Willow
DESCRIPTION:Sixteen-year-old Rene DuPont has endured a lifetime of pain\, abuse\, and abandonment—until one night of horror and fire leaves him scarred but not broken. From the ashes rises Red\, a teen forced into adulthood\, survival\, and ultimately healing. With the help of a long-lost grandmother\, a mysterious estate in Virginia\, and secrets hidden in the trees of Mourner’s Crossing\, Red must reckon with his past to unlock his future. The Weeping Willow is a gripping coming-of-age mystery rich in emotional depth\, resilience\, and the unbreakable bond of found family.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-sarah-lauck-the-weeping-willow/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142514Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: June Smalls - Hear Them Sing
DESCRIPTION:High in the treetops\, way up in the sky\, there’s a symphony. The chirring of an American robin\, the whistle of a black-capped chickadee—these birdsongs all come together to create the sounds of your backyard. But do you know which sound belongs to which bird? \nWith this fully illustrated guidebook and soundboard\, kids can learn the whistles\, chirps\, and coos of 14 birds from North America by simply pressing a button. Each page comes with stunning watercolor illustrations from Zev Labinger that capture the birds in their natural habitats\, accompanied by fun facts from June Smalls that cover everything from population size to nest structure. And you’ll find true-to-size illustrations of each bird’s egg! Packed with everything a kid needs to stay entertained and engaged\, Hear Them Sing is the best first guide for young birders and outdoor adventurers. All you have to do is look up! \nJoin us in welcoming back author June Smalls for her new release book!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-june-smalls-hear-them-sing/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T125908Z
CREATED:20260507T125908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T125908Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Bryan Lienesch - Safe Harbor
DESCRIPTION:Help us welcome back Bryan Lienesch and celebrate his latest book! Jackson Clay returns\, and in an attempt to relax in the wilderness\, finds himself and his friend embroiled in a seemingly spontaneous murder. Join him as he talks with a host of peculiar characters. Can you solve the mystery?
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-bryan-lienesch-safe-harbor/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T125857Z
CREATED:20260507T125857Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: C.N. Steinhour - The Lifesaver
DESCRIPTION:When Avery Taylor stumbles across an unconscious classmate in the river\, he fears a life is at stake. Although his quick actions are enough to save Tristan\, Avery’s left with more questions than answers about that fateful night: What was Tristan doing in the river in the first place? Could all the rumors about him be true? And why should Avery care so much\, anyway?Joyful and raw\, The Lifesaver is an emotional look at the human connection and how it can change a life in more ways than one.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-c-n-steinhour-the-lifesaver/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142528Z
CREATED:20260428T142528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T142528Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Patti Bonesteel - Ramona and Izzy I’ll Be Here for You
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to welcome Patti Bonesteel to the bookstore! Patti lives inBaldwinsville\, NY with her husband\, Bob\, and their four daughters. After 25years teaching elementary school and a lifelong love of nature\, she poured herexperiences into titles like “The Flamingo with Two LeftFeet\,” “Amari and the Big Surprise… It’s Not Monkey Bread\,””Search!: Adventures of Peyote and Violet\,” “Barkley and LeaveIt to the Beavers\,” “We Can… and We Do\,” and her newest\, “Ramona and Izzy I’ll Be Here for You.” She will be at the shop to sign copies of all of her books. Come meet Patti and picked up a signed copy or two!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-patti-bonesteel-ramona-and-izzy-ill-be-here-for-you/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T131004Z
CREATED:20260420T131004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T131004Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: William F. Gray - It Sleeps Below
DESCRIPTION:After thirteen-year-old Samantha Morris almost drowned in her parents’ lake\, the nightmares that followed paled in comparison to the real-life horrors of watching her mother descend into madness. By the end of the summer\, Kate Morris disappeared without a trace. Now an adult\, Samantha is faced with another unexpected loss in her partner Ellie as well as the return of the nightmares.\nOnly now\, they’re bleeding into her waking hours\, forcing her to question herown sanity\, and they’re only getting worse. As the line between real and imaginary continue to blur\, physical manifestations of her dreams beg the question: is she losing her mind like her mother\, or is she being targeted by something far more sinister? Love craftian cosmic horror and dark mystery meet to form It Sleeps Below\, a horror novel with grief and loss at its black\, beating heart.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-william-f-gray-it-sleeps-below/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T131024Z
CREATED:20260420T131024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T131024Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: James and Nichole - 'Twas Night Before Apple Blossom
DESCRIPTION:Within ‘Twas the Night Before Apple Blossom\, there are illustrations in a series of watercolor style images commissioned to capture the festival experience. As a loose adaptation of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas”\, it is written in poetic style with some traditional lines and historical facts interwoven into the personal narrative. The book shares about the significance of the apple orchards throughout the region and describes several key elements of the Festival including the Firefighters’ Parade\, the Grand Feature Parade\, Fireworks over Handley and the Midway/Carnival.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-james-and-nichole-twas-night-before-apple-blossom/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T131051Z
CREATED:20260420T131051Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Katherine Applegate\, Kate DiCamillo\, John Schu
DESCRIPTION:Kate DiCamillo is one of America’s most beloved storytellers. She is a former National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature\, a two-time Newbery Medalist\, and the author of Orris and Timble: The Beginning and Orris and Timble: Lost and Found. John Schu was previously the Ambassador of School Libraries for Scholastic Book Fairs and has worked as a classroom teacher and school librarian; he advocates for the people and things he cares about most: kids\, books\, schools\, and the libraries—and librarians—that connect them! He is the author of the picture books This Is a School\, This Is a Story\, and young adult novel\, Louder Than Hunger. Katherine Applegate is the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author of numerous books for young readers\, including The One and Only Ivan\, Wishtree\, Crenshaw\, the Endling series\, the Roscoe Riley Rules chapter book series\, and the Animorphs series. Stop in April 28th to meet all three authors and grab signed copies of their books!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-katherine-applegate-kate-dicamillo-john-schu/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260323T134022Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Will Hackman - Radically Reframing Climate Change: A Guide to Saving Ourselves
DESCRIPTION:Author Will Hackman identifies three main obstacles to solving climate change: polarization\, paralysis\, and stale\, ineffective messaging. He empowers readers to turn their anxiety or apathy into passion\, and anger into action at the personal\, community\, and government levels. Come celebrate Apple Blossom\, Independent Bookstore Day\, and Will Hackman’s new release! He will be here to sign books\, answer questions about his book\, and chat about anything climate related.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-will-hackman-radically-reframing-climate-change-a-guide-to-saving-ourselves/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260420T130945Z
CREATED:20260420T130945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T130945Z
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SUMMARY:NOVA+ Bookstore Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day and kick off a month-long literary adventure with the 2026 Bookstore Crawl! Beginning April 25\, swing by any participating indie bookstore to pick up your official printed passport\, then start exploring throughout the month of May.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/nova-bookstore-crawl/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260323T133953Z
CREATED:20260323T133953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T133953Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Joshua Putnam - A Heavy Metal History Lesson
DESCRIPTION:A Heavy Metal History Lesson is the world’s first collection of stories that delve into the historical events and figures that inspired ten different heavy metal songs. Art has long served as a vessel for history—whether through poetry\, musicals\, literature\, or film—presenting world history to the masses\, with varying degrees of accuracy. A Heavy Metal History Lesson aims to educate headbangers about world history and the events that inspired some of their favorite tracks!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-joshua-putnam-a-heavy-metal-history-lesson/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260316T202417Z
CREATED:20260316T202417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T202417Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Jeff Bennett - The Black Belt of Virginia: Untold Stories of African American History
DESCRIPTION:See the history of more than seventy Black communities lost in Virginia. Read the story of a 135-year-old church and the meaning behind land passed down through generations. These stories show the strength and impact of Black families before and after slavery. Perfect for history lovers and older readers\, this collection brings forgotten voices back to life.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-jeff-bennett-the-black-belt-of-virginia-untold-stories-of-african-american-history/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000
DTSTAMP:20260316T202402Z
CREATED:20260316T202402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T202402Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Greg Kujala - Fifty Artists of the Shenandoah Valley
DESCRIPTION:This first Volume of Artists of the Shenandoah Valleyprovides an in-depth look at the most talented creatives working out of theShenandoah Valley in Virginia and West Virginia. An often overlooked group ofartists\, this collection presents a vibrant and multifaceted selection of theart world\, showcasing inspiration and ideas from across the big valley.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-greg-kujala-fifty-artists-of-the-shenandoah-valley/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260316T133330Z
CREATED:20260316T133330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T133330Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Brian Gilmore - No More Worlds to Conquer
DESCRIPTION:More than a historical account\, No More Worlds to Conquer is a personal exploration that bridges the past and the present. Gilmore\, who was born and raised in DC\, illuminates this history and reflects on his own place in its literary tradition. This multigenerational account will resonate with poetry enthusiasts\, local DC scholars\, and anyone interested in the rich traditions of African American literature.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-brian-gilmore-no-more-worlds-to-conquer/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260312T175711Z
CREATED:20260312T175711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T175711Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Harmony Joy - Dark Nights of the Soul
DESCRIPTION:Centered around four emergency hospitalizations for “behavioral health” over the course of eight years\, Dark Nights of The Soul newly honors the turmoil of trying times -while supplementing them with the greater perspective that comes with growth and reflection. Ultimately\, it navigates a journey from seemingly impossible pain and fear\, doubt and darkness into abundant healing and hope\, faith and light. \nJoin us for Harmony Lee’s event this Saturday!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-harmony-joy-dark-nights-of-the-soul/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTSTAMP:20260407T221832Z
CREATED:20260407T221832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T221832Z
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SUMMARY:Shenandoah Valley Indie Bookshop Crawl 2026
DESCRIPTION:This two-week celebration (April 10 – 25\, 2026) brings book lovers together across the region\, reminding us how much joy there is in gathering around books and in showing up for the independent shops that bring them to us.\nEvery participant may enter one store-specific drawing for a $50 prize from the participating bookshop of their choice. Simply check the box for your favorite shop on your passport.\nVisit 7 or more participating bookshops and collect 7+ stamps or stickers to enter the grand prize drawing for a $25 gift card from each participating store\, worth $225 total.\nWith 7 or more stops\, you can enter both a store-specific prize and the grand prize.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/shenandoah-valley-indie-bookshop-crawl-2026/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260312T175700Z
CREATED:20260312T175700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T175700Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Jason Bucklew - Helixandra
DESCRIPTION:A fast-paced survival thriller about a group stranded on a hidden island filled with prehistoric creatures\, dark secrets\, and a mastermind pulling the strings. Survival isn’t guaranteed-and escape may come at a deadly cost. Please welcome Jason to the shop and grab a signed copy of his book!
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-jason-bucklew-helixandra/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260309T134030Z
CREATED:20260309T134030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T134030Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Linda Ruth Lee - Way Beyond
DESCRIPTION:With unflinching honesty and emotional depth\, Linda Ruth Lee invites readers into her journey through shame\, secrecy\, and resilience. As a fifteen year old teenager facing an unexpected pregnancy in an unforgiving era\, Linda makes a life-altering decision—one that reverberates through her family for years to come. But this is not just a story of loss or regret. It’s a testament to the power of love\, forgiveness\, and the incredible ways life can be fulfilling.
URL:https://friendsofoldtown.org/event/author-event-linda-ruth-lee-way-beyond/
LOCATION:Winchester Book Gallery\, 7 North Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, V\, 22601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260209T140426Z
CREATED:20260209T140426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T140426Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260209T140436Z
CREATED:20260209T140436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T140436Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Winchester Book Gallery":MAILTO:info@winchesterbookgallery.com
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