Story Artist Adam Booth created a compelling original tale based on the life of Robert Byrd, the former US Senator from West Virginia. Read the Full Story >>
Events & Activities
Panel Discussion On Growth Around Shepherdstown
On Wednesday, April 24 at 7:00 pm The Observer hosted a panel discussion on the growth that is expected to affect Shepherdstown-area residents in the next decade. Following the presentations, the panel took questions from the audience participants. Read the Full Story >>
Concert Supports Community Service Work
The annual Love Thy Neighbor Community Concert will take place on Saturday, April 13, 6-8:30 pm at the Ranson Civic Center. Read the Full Story >>
A Tale Of The Malaga Ship
Speak Story Series is hosting story artist Antonio Rocha at the War Memorial Building (102 East German St, Shepherdstown) on Tuesday, April 9 at 7:30 pm. Read the Full Story >>
Charles Town Welcomes Spring With Blooms & Blossoms Events
Downtown Charles Town will welcome the return of warm weather with its 4th annual Blooms & Blossoms event on Saturday, April 13. The festivities begin at 9 am Read the Full Story >>
Violamore Duo To Perform At Happy Retreat
Violamore Duo will perform a variety of well-known classical favorites at Happy Retreat on Saturday, Apr 7 at 2 pm. Read the Full Story >>
Bridge Gallery Celebrates Local Artist Wayne Skinner
The Bridge Gallery presents an exhibit of Wayne Skinner's paintings from April 3 to May 1 2024. Read the Full Story >>
Music Showcase To Raise Funds For Scholarships At Shepherd University
The centerpiece of the 2024 spring calendar at the Shepherd University School of Music is the Musical Showcase for Scholarships on Saturday, April 6. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Community Club To Host Casino Night Fundraiser In March
The Shepherdstown Community Club aims to raise $50,000 to match a state grant to replace the roof on the War Memorial Building. Read the Full Story >>
Shepherdstown Museum Looks Forward To 2024 Activities
The Historic Shepherdstown Commission supports the Historic Shepherdstown Musuem, organizes a regular speaker series, and maintains the historic Entler Hotel at the corner of Princess and German Streets in Shepherdstown. Read the Full Story >>
Chamber Musicians Bring Holiday Cheer
The talented musicians of the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival have scheduled several concerts in December. Read the Full Story >>
Happy Retreat Hosts Jazz Concert
Jazz concert at Happy Retreat on December 17 featuring The Robert Sykes Jazz Trio and guest karen Gray. Read the Full Story >>
Try Dancing — It’s Good For You
Shepherdstown Music and Dance (SMAD) has organized a monthly contra dance for over 40 years. SMAD also organizes the town’s May Day celebration and Morris dancers each spring, along with concerts and workshops throughout the year. The group is currently seeking new members to step up and keep this tradition alive. Read the Full Story >>
Hot Chocolate Competition Heats Up Downtown Charles Town
Charles Town’s downtown merchants are hosting a hot chocholate competion again in 2023, on Saturday, December 16 from 4 to 6 pm. Read the Full Story >>
A New Twist On An Old Play In Shepherdstown
CATF presents a first reading of Our Shepherdstown, a new play by Jeffrey Lieber. Read the Full Story >>