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Observer Weekly — June 11, 2026

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Year-Round Excitement at Summit Point Motorsports Park

July 1, 2022 Tagged With: defensive driving, family fun, In Print July 2022, racing, Summit Point Motorsports Park

We’re in the recreation and entertainment business, but it’s important not to lose sight of seeing what we do through the eyes of the participants and visitors — the drivers and fans. Our goal is to be a top-notch, world-class facility with regional appeal.” Read the Full Story >>

Library Summer Programs Entertain & Educate

July 1, 2022 Tagged With: family fun, In Print July 2022, Oceans of Possibilities, public library, reading

All of the local public libraries (Charles Town, Bolivar-Harpers Ferry, Shepherdstown & South Jefferson) have a variety of events, activities, classes and challenges as part of their summer programs. Read the Full Story >>

Frederick Keys Return With Focus on Fan Experience

June 1, 2022 Tagged With: baseball, family fun, Frederick Keys, In Print June 2022

The Frederick Keys are back in action this summer and swinging for the fences with a focus on family fun. Read the Full Story >>

Celebrate The Season With Holiday Lights

November 20, 2020 Tagged With: Christmas, family fun, Holiday Lights

The Observer is encouraged to see that our local communities are keeping the festive spirit of the holiday season alive by continuing activities that can be enjoyed at a distance. We encourage our readers to find joy in these events and add our voice to the many who are encouraging patience and perseverance until we Read the Full Story >>

A 50 Year Holiday Tradition Continues — Olde Tyme Christmas Adapts in Harpers Ferry and Bolivar

November 20, 2020 Tagged With: Christmas, family fun, Harpers Ferry Olde Tyme Christmas

The large A&P grocery store ad on page A-5 of the December 2 issue of The Spirit of Jefferson-Farmers Advocate from 1971 brings back memories. Four loaves of bread for a dollar, pork chops at $1.09 per pound, but also a note from the grocer apologizing for having been out of stock on so many Read the Full Story >>

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