Coalition Member Meeting
2024-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
All Coalition members are invited to attend this in-person meeting. Lunch is provided. A virtual option is available for those unable to attend in person.

Resilience Bingo at LFK
2024-12-05 17:30 - 19:15
We’re bringing Resilience Bingo to LFK Elementary School on December 5th! This is open only to families who have students currently enrolled at LFK. Watch your child’s take-home folder for the flyer, or click this link to register.

Celebrations! Due
2024-12-16 12:00
Celebrations! is a bi-monthly newsletter for staff and members to share good news in their lives–things like birthdays, anniversaries, accomplishments, achievements, awards, graduations, vacations, etc. If it is news that makes you happy, it is a celebration! Submit your good news and/or photos to celeste@warrencoalition.org for this month’s Celebrations! newsletter.

Staff Holiday Party
2024-12-19 11:00 - 13:00
Offices will be closed for the staff holiday party.

Adult Needs Committe
2025-01-09 10:00 - 11:00
This committee addresses housing needs, transportation needs, and food insecurity within Warren County. It brings together various agencies and individuals within the community who wish to help with these issues or who are already working to address them and would like to coordinate and possibly obtain assistance from other agencies. Come prepared to share information about yourself and your work in the community. This meeting takes place virtually. For the link information, email christa@warrencoalition.org.

Children and Families Committee Meeting
2025-01-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-27 12:00 - 13:00
This Committee Meeting is for Coalition and community members who would like to develop robust programs and events for the youth of Warren County. The items discussed will focus on Coalition-led opportunities, but others are welcome to attend, share ideas, and promote other opportunities as appropriate. These meetings are held virtually; contact christa@warrencoalition.org to request the link.

Adult Needs Committee Meeting
2025-01-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-24 10:00 - 11:00
This committee addresses housing needs, transportation needs, and food insecurity within Warren County. It brings together various agencies and individuals within the community who would like to help with these issues or who are already working to address them and desire to coordinate and possibly obtain assistance from other agencies. Come prepared to share information about yourself and your work in the community. This meeting takes place virtually. For the link information, email christa@warrencoalition.org.

Health Video Contest
2025-02-01 08:00 - 2025-03-01 23:59
Students ages 11-14 are invited to submit a 15-second or 30-second video that encourages healthy habits. For more information, visit the contest webpage.

Coalition Membership Meeting
2025-02-27 11:30 - 13:00
Warren Coalition members and anyone interested in joining the Coalition are invited to attend the quarterly membership meeting. Current and upcoming projects and programs are discussed. This is an in-person meeting, with lunch provided. An RSVP is required. An online option is available. To RSVP or request a meeting link, email christa@warrencoalition.org.

Youth Unplugged Party
2025-03-07 17:45 - 22:00
A fun event for all Warren County Youth!

Ages 11-18 will enjoy cornhole and volleyball tournaments, backyard games, and arts & crafts at the 15th Street Gym.

Ages 4-11 can win prizes while playing bingo and learning about resilience and cell phone use with their parents at Diversified Minds. There will also be archery, inflatable bowling, and arts and crafts!

Learn more on our event page.

Warren County Unplugged
2025-03-07 18:00 - 2025-03-08 18:00
A Global Day of Unplugging Event

Check out the many events being offered throughout Warren County as part of the Global Day of Unplugging! We encourage everyone to evaluate their relationship with their phones and other devices on this day. Consider building in some protected time, whether it is 30 minutes or the full 24 hours, to be free of social media and/or your phone! Learn more on our event page.

Edward Jones Race for Education 5K
2025-03-15 08:00 - 22:00
This annual race begins and ends at Warren County Middle School. The course follows the length of Leach Run Parkway and back. Registration begins at 8:00 am; the race will begin sharply at 9:00 am, rain or shine. Walkers, baby strollers, and leashed dogs are welcome. Proceeds are split between Skyline High School and Warren County High School cross country teams and paying for dual-enrollment courses and AP testing fees.

Learn more on the Facebook page at facebook.com/EdwardJones5k, or visit https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/FrontRoyal/EdwardJones to pre-register for the race. Early registration is currently $25 per adult participant and $20 for students; children four and under are free. The early bird registration prices are good through February 28th; after that, costs will increase by $5. Same-day registrations will be accepted.

We Love You Snow Much
2025-03-19 11:30 - 13:30
This is an invitation-only event for our 2024 donors and those interested in volunteering their time with the Coalition in 2025. If you would like an invitation to attend the event, please reach out to Celeste Brooks at celeste@warrencoalition.org.

Town Hall on Underage Drinking
2025-03-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Samuels Public Library, 330 East Criser Rd., Front Royal, Virginia, 22630, United States
Just in time for prom season, parents and their teens are invited to a Town Hall on Underage Drinking on March 25th. This event, presented by the Warren Coalition and hosted at Samuels Public Library in White Meeting Room B, will begin at 6:30 pm. During the short 45-minute session, Warren Coalition’s Executive Director Christa Shifflett will explain how alcohol impacts the brain and why it can be particularly dangerous for our youth, whose brains are still developing. The attendees will watch a video of young people’s brain scans affected by alcohol. The presentation will be followed by a group discussion, where parents and teenagers can share their insights and ideas to help prevent underage drinking.

While anyone can attend this free town hall, attendees who pre-register will enjoy grilled hamburgers and hot dogs at 7:15 pm. Register at https://bit.ly/thoud25. All those who attend will have the opportunity to win prizes.

Shifflett is an experienced and engaging speaker who has presented at multiple international conferences on topics ranging from drug and alcohol misuse prevention to building community resilience. She is a Certified Trauma Professional, a Certified Trauma Informed and Trauma Supportive trainer and ACEs Interface Trainer for Virginia. She graduated from the College of William and Mary with a bachelor’s degree in government and economics. She earned a master’s degree in education from James Madison University.

Questions may be sent to celeste@warrencoalition.org.

Warren Coalition, celebrating 30 years of service to Warren County, is a nonprofit agency established in 1994 to help fill the gaps in health care and substance abuse awareness to the community. The Coalition began under the guidance of Warren Memorial Hospital as an outreach project, but it has since grown and was incorporated in 2001. The office is currently located in the Warren County Community Center. Their mission is to make Warren County a safe, healthy, and drug free community through many programs and in collaboration with 15+ member agencies.

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VCU's Confiscated Vape Project
2025-04-23 12:00 - 13:00
Northwestern Community Services Board presents this online training with Alaina K. Holt, PhD, an Associate Research Faculty member of the Department of Forensic Science at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Ms. Holt will be presenting information about the VCU Confiscation Project that her department is conducting and will also share insights on trends in substances our communities are encountering as well as the evolution of cannabis and consumer case histories.

This virtual presentation is part of a training series providing education and resources for individuals, community groups and coalition members actively working to help children, youth, families and local communities thrive. Pre-register at https://us06web.zoom.us/…/register/dqc07Fk8Q3G9Kb2pcUEnyw

Children & Families Committee Meeting
2025-04-24 12:00 - 13:00

Wellness & Resilience
2025-05-07 11:00 - 13:00
Warren Coalition will present mental health, wellness, and resilience resources to Skyline High School Seniors after a mandatory senior meeting. Email wc@warrencoalition.org for more information.

Family Fun Day
2025-05-10 10:00 - 18:00
Come see us at C & C Frozen Treat’s Family Fun Day in Downtown Front Royal! You can purchase your Let’s Get Cheesy Tickets at our booth, or come by to pick up some drug prevention information, play a game, and chat with our staff.

For more information about Family Fun Day, visit the event’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/share/1EY1tA17VD/.

Nomination Period for Larry M. Funk Award
2025-05-15 08:00 - 2025-06-15 23:59
Nominations for the Larry M. Funk Award are now open. Learn more on our website, or go directly to the nomination form. Questions may be sent to Celeste Brooks at celeste@warrencoalition.org.

General Membership Meeting
2025-05-15 12:00 - 13:00

A Hike to Remember: Shenandoah Valley Walk Like MADD
2025-05-17 09:30 - 12:30
Warren Coalition will host a table at this event, providing information and resources for participants. For information about the hike, visit the event page at https://www.facebook.com/share/1FQPywictD/

Virginia Wine & Craft Festival
2025-05-17 11:00 - 18:00
Let’s Get Cheesy tickets will be on sale at the Warren Coalition booth at the Wine & Craft Festival! We will also have information about our programs available. Stop by and see us!

Memorial & Garden Dedication Ceremony
2025-05-17 15:00 - 16:00 | The Landing, 200 N. Royal Ave, Front Royal, Virginia, United States
You are invited to honor a loved one lost to addiction at our Memorial & Garden Dedication Ceremony on Saturday, May 17th at 3:00 pm at The Landing (200 N. Royal Ave., Front Royal). We will dedicate a newly planted tree and a small garden with personalized river rocks. You are welcome to attend and paint a rock with your loved one’s name or a heartfelt message and leave it to become part of the garden as a lasting tribute. All materials will be provided.

Let's Get Cheesy!
2025-06-06 18:30 - 21:00
Play some outlandishly fun games, participate in chance auctions, eat delicious dishes featuring cheese, and enjoy some wine and mead at this Warren Coalition FUNdraiser!

Learn more or purchase tickets on our website.

Warren County Habitat for Humanity's Gospel Festival
2025-06-14 11:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Gazebo, Main St., Front Royal, Virginia
Fun, food, and music! Come see us at the Gospel Festival. We’ll have games and information about our programs.

One Stop Resource Fair
2025-06-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia, 22630, United States
Join us at the One Stop Resource Fair at the Warren County Community Center to learn about what different organizations have to offer our community! This event is hosted by the Warren County Department of Social Services.
