Now through March 7th: Art Exhibit with Phoenix Project and Stone Branch Center for the Arts
Ages 1-18 are invited to submit artwork to be displayed March 7th. The theme is helpers, community, healing, or nature. The top three pieces will be displayed at Phoenix Project’s future adult art show. Learn more.
Now through March 6th: Unplugged Bingo for Elementary School Families
Practice makes perfect! Practice staying off your phone with this fun “Unplugged Bingo” card and you could win a prize! Elementary school students enrolled in Warren County Public Schools will receive a copy of the Unplugged Bingo card by February 27th, or you can download it here. Complete five tasks on the card and bring it to the Youth Unplugged Party at the Health & Human Services Complex (465 W 15th St) on March 6th to be eligible for the prize drawing! The drawing will be held at 6:15 pm and you must be present to win.
Friday, March 6th
Youth Unplugged Party
5:30 pm–All grade levels (and family members) meet up at the 15th Street Gym for the Youth Unplugged Party! The first 200 people will receive a slice of free pizza (courtesy of Warren County Parks & Recreation)! Limit one slice per person; other concessions will be available for sale after the free pizza is gone.
6:00 pm–Ceremonial “turn off the phones” moment with a countdown and celebration! Ages 11-18 will remain in the gym for volleyball, 9-square, friendship bracelet making, basketball, a scavenger hunt, a gaga pit, and other activities! Meanwhile ages 4-11 and their parents will head to the Senior Center (accessible through the gym) for Bingo, the Quiet Game, games, and crafts! Learn more.
Karaoke & Pizza with Reaching Out Now at Santmyers Student Union
5:30-7:00 pm If the activities at the Youth Unplugged Party aren’t your favorites, maybe Karaoke is more your style!
Hyper Bowl Party at Royal Family Bowling Center
10 pm to 1 am
For the young at heart, come out and try the craziest form of bowling ever invented–it looks like a combination of pinball and bowling! For once, you may WANT to hit the sides to increase your score, but watch out for the red sections!
Saturday, March 7th
Tourist for a Day: Front Royal Visitors Center
414 E Main St
9 am to 5 pm
Stop in the Visitors Center to pick up coloring pages for the kids and get your bingo card (available online soon) stamped! Ask the friendly staff for a copy of the Visitors Guide to see how much of Warren County you’ve already explored. Then choose a new place or two to visit! No matter how long you’ve lived here, there’s bound to be a surprise in store for you!
Viva Unplugged: Casino-Style Raffle Fundraiser at On Cue Sports Bar & Grill
11:00 am-7:30 pm
Join us at On Cue Sports Bar & Grill for Viva Unplugged, a fun, casino-style raffle fundraiser in support of the Warren Coalition’s Day of Unplugged. This all-day event runs from 11:00 AM–7:30 PM and focuses on connection, community, and chances to win—without cash gambling. Learn more on their Facebook event page.
Play Favorites
On Saturday, all day long we will be offering 10% off on everything, and our Playroom will be free (video games off, Air Hockey, Basketball, Skeeball still on)!
www.playfavorites.com
Art Exhibit, hosted by Phoenix Project and Stone Branch Center for the Arts
K-12 community members are invited to contribute to an art show. Remember to visit Stone Branch Center for the Arts this day to view all of the inspiring artwork. Learn more.
Explore Art & Clay
Stop in for some phone-free creative time!
Backyard Games at the Gazebo with Habitat for Humanity
1 pm to 4 pm
Giant Jenga, Connect Four, face painting, moon bounce, games, red Mega Ball from Play Favorites, big Plunk It, dancing, cotton candy, free hugs (juices), etc. The kids from the School of Rock will perform from 2 pm to 3 pm!
Fun Time with C & C Frozen Treats
Enjoy the always-free activities at the ice cream shop, including the “fun” mirror, the merry-go-round, the chalk board, and various games and puzzles.
Main Street Geek
Info coming soon!
https://www.facebook.com/mainstreetgeekshop/
Down Home Comfort Bakery
Info coming soon!
White Picket Fence
Stop in and shop in a phone-free zone!
Samuels Public Library
Studio 330 Craft Swap
10:00am–2:00pm
For Teens & Adults
Doors open to our second annual Craft Swap Saturday March 7th. We have been collecting through the month of February and now is the time to clean out the stash. Early access from 10-12pm with your ticket for those who donated during February.
Global Day: Tales & Trails (Registration Required)
11:00am–12:30pm
For Elementary School Students
Join us as we go on a scavenger hunt in the garden, collect things, make sun catchers, and learn about “Leave No Trace” and recycling.
String Theory- A Fiber Arts Club
2:00pm–4:00pm
For Teens & Adults
Welcome to a fiber arts community for experienced, novice, or first-time artists 13 and up looking to meet other artists, relax, and/or share their expertise!
Vernal Pool Expedition at Shenandoah River State Park
6:30pm-8:30pm
$10 parking fee
Throughout the Weekend
Hike and Nature Scavenger Hunt at Northern Virginia 4-H Educational and Conference Center
Visit the Appalachian Trail via the 4-H Center and engage in a nature scavenger hunt while enjoying the benefits of hiking in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. This is a self-guided event. Trail maps and scavenger hunt papers can be downloaded here or picked up at the Youth Unplugged Party or the Warren County Community Center.
Jig ‘n’ Jive Pot O’Gold Scavenger Hunt
Jig ‘n’ Jive is kicking off their beloved Pot O’Gold Scavenger Hunt this weekend! More info coming soon!