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Coffee in hand, Shenandoah? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Need help with Christmas gifts? See how The Toy Bin works.
- Could a $700 million rail-trail reshape life around Shenandoah?
Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and not as cold, with a high of 43 and low of 32 degrees.
- Wednesday: Becoming cloudy, temps: high: 55, low: 28.
- Thursday: A shower in the p.m.; breezy, with a high of 50 and low of 39 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• ‘The Toy Bin' opens, ready to make this holiday special for kids in need (whsv.com) — Shenandoah families struggling to afford Christmas gifts can now turn to The Toy Bin, a new local effort giving away free toys through Dec. 24. Founder Cassie Varner says the donation-driven project has already helped more than 100 families and is still accepting new or gently used toys from neighbors who want to pitch in.

• Virginia Considers Nearly $700 Million Rail and Trail Plan in Shenandoah Valley (royalexaminer.com) — A major state-backed plan for a Shenandoah Valley rail-trail corridor could reshape recreation, tourism, and transportation options around Shenandoah and neighboring communities, but key questions about cost and control remain. State transportation officials are weighing a cheaper trail-only option against a far pricier rail-with-trail concept, while local advocates and lawmakers push for more transparency, public input, and realistic funding plans.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Wednesday December 17
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"It's A Wonderful Life" film
Court Square Theater , 41-F Court Square , Harrisonburg
2:00 pm
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Wreath Making Class 12/17
Friendly City Food Co-op , 150 E Wolfe St , Harrisonburg
5:30 pm
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"Love Actually" film
Court Square Theater , 41-F Court Square , Harrisonburg
7:00 pm
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Pale Fire Brewing Co. , 217 S Liberty St #105 , Harrisonburg
8:00 pm
Thursday December 18
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Shenandoah Hertitage Market — ACRRM
Shenandoah Heritage Market , 121 Carpenter Ln , Harrisonburg
10:00 am
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Trivia at Sage Bird Ciderworks
Sage Bird , 325 N Liberty St , Harrisonburg
8:00 pm
Friday December 19
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Paint & Sip
Sage Bird , 325 N Liberty St , Harrisonburg
5:00 pm
Saturday December 20
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Vietnam Veterans Breakfast
Wood Grill Buffet , 1711 Reservoir St , Harrisonburg
9:00 am
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Whoville Christmas Celebration
3105 S Main St , Harrisonburg
2:00 pm
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Massanutten Resort - Elevations Lounge
Elevations Lounge , 4614 Massanutten Dr , Massanutten
8:00 pm
Sunday December 28
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Live Music- CJ Hise
Cave Ridge Vineyard , 1476 Conicville Rd , Mt Jackson
2:00 pm
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Live Music- CJ Hise — Cave Ridge Vineyard
Cave Ridge Vineyard , 1476 Conicville Rd , Mt Jackson
2:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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Coors Banquet Beer posted a job opening for Sr Mgr Customer Service and Supply in Elkton. Apply here.
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Food Lion posted a job opening for PT Center Store Associate in Stanley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Shenandoah here.
🗞 Nearby News
Elkton
- Broadway's annual Christmas parade draws a crowd despite cold weather (dnronline.com)
Broadway
- Broadway Coffee House hosts Christmas Market (whsv.com)
- Wreaths Across America event at Dayton Cemetery honors veterans (dnronline.com)
- Krampus Market showcases interesting vendors despite frightful weather (dnronline.com)
Harrisonburg
Ok Shenandoah! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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