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SUMMARY:Spring Follies - Presents Wild Kingdom
DESCRIPTION:Laurel Ridge Community College – Spring Follies Presents: Wild Kingdom\nFeaturing Musical Direction by Russell Rinker \nDon’t miss the 45th annual FAMILY-FRIENDLY Laurel Ridge Follies on April 26-27 at the Middletown Campus! Enjoy a lively mix of comedy\, music\, and dance\, directed by Russell Rinker—a Strasburg High graduate\, Broadway performer\, and former Blue Man Group member. \n🎭 Show Dates & Times:📅 Saturday\, April 26 – 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.📅 Sunday\, April 27 – 2 p.m. \n🎉 Pre-show fun starts 90 minutes before showtime with FREE ICE CREAM\, FACE PAINTING\, and food for purchase.🎟 Tickets: $5 (kids 5 & under free).🎶 Proceeds support the Andrea Ludwick Performing Arts Fund. \nFor details\, email amaphis@laurelridge.edu or call (540) 868-4078.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/spring-follies-presents-wild-kingdom/2025-04-26/1/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Fauquier Student Events,Foundation Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T150000
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SUMMARY:Student Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary afternoon showcasing captivating art that combines a diverse collection of student artists from Foundations of Drawing Art 121\, Three-Dimensional Design Art 131\, and more… \n \nFeatured artists \n\nKate Bryant\nJacob Bush\nEmma Cooley\nMary Costello\nGabriel Douglas\nHeather Leake\nFrederik Rycz\nAshley Vardiman\nDakota Wade\n\nLOCATION: Sekel Art Atrium (Next to Wolk Library) at Laurel Ridge Community College – 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA 22645 \n \nFor more information contact Professor Monica James at mjames@laurelridge.edu.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/student-art-show/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Internal Calendar,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T163000
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SUMMARY:33 Black Frog: An American Story – Film Screening and Q&A with Filmmaker
DESCRIPTION:33 Black Frog: An American Story   \n– A Film by Andre Ferguson  \nChief Petty Officer Eddie L. Ferguson (Ret.)\, United States Navy\, was among the first African American members of the Underwater Demolition Team\, the precursor to the Navy SEALs. His son\, filmmaker Andre Ferguson\, brings his inspiring story to life—from his childhood growing up in the South during the Jim Crow-era\, where he didn’t learn to swim until age 22\, to his rise as an elite Navy Frogman. \nThere will be a special guest appearance by Chief Petty Officer Eddie L. Ferguson. \n  \n\n4:30 p.m.: Doors open and hors d’oeuvres served \n\n\n5 p.m.: Film introduction and screening \n\n\n6 p.m.: Q&A with filmmaker Andre Ferguson \n\nSign-Up to attend HERE! Seats are limited. \nThis event is hosted and sponsored by: \n   \n  \nEvent Contact: Professor Larry Friedenberg –  540-868-7165 –  lfriedenberg@laurelridge.edu \n 
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/33-black-frog-an-american-story-film-screening-qa-with-filmmaker-andre-ferguson/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T170118
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SUMMARY:Laurel Ridge Community College Night at the Winchester Royals
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Laurel Ridge Community College Night at the Winchester Royals!\n \nWinchester Royals vs Purcellville Cannons\nValley League Baseball \nDate: July 19\, 2025 \nTime: Opening Pitch 7 PM \nLocation: Kevin Anderson Field at Bridgeforth Stadium – Jim Barnett Park\n1001 E Cork St\, Winchester\, VA 22601 \nSponsored by: The President’s Office and CHASE Committee \nHighlights of the Night: \n\n🎟️ Free Admission for Laurel Ridge employees\, students\, alumni\, their families\, friends\, and the community!\n🎁 Promo Table with swag and more – grab some cool freebies and show your Laurel Ridge pride!\n🎤 National Anthem performed by Corinne Riddle\, Laurel Ridge dual enrollment alumna\, and Caitlin Riddle\, Class of 2026.\n⚾ President Blosser will throw out the opening pitch – don’t miss this exciting moment!\n🦁 Leo the Lion\, Laurel Ridge’s beloved mascot\, will be there – come say hi and snap a selfie!\n🚑 Health Professions Ambulance Training Simulator – step inside and experience hands-on emergency response training!\n\nCome out for a fantastic evening of baseball\, community spirit\, and fun activities. Let’s cheer on the Winchester Royals together and celebrate our amazing Laurel Ridge community! \nView the Winchester Royals website for more information.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/laurel-ridge-community-college-night-at-the-winchester-royals/
LOCATION:Kevin Anderson Field at Bridgeforth Stadium – Jim Barnett Park\, 1001 E Cork St\, Winchester\, 22601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T150000
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SUMMARY:Preparing to Transfer Session
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about transferring to a 4-year college or university? Whether you’re a current or prospective student\, this session is for you!\nDiscover how beginning your bachelor’s degree at Laurel Ridge can save you thousands in tuition while letting you stay close to home for your first two years. \nYou’ll learn about: \n\nTransfer pathways and partner schools\nStep-by-step guidance for a seamless transition\nHow to make your degree more affordable\n\n\nSign-up to attend HERE! \nIn-Person: Laurel Ridge Community College\, Middletown Campus – 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA \nOnline: If you’re joining virtually\, you can access the presentation at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/9751400275 on September 9\, 2025\, at 2 p.m. \n 
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/preparing-to-transfer-sessions-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Cornerstone Hall Room 202\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Information Sessions,Parent Events,Student Events,Transfer Events,Transfer Events at Laurel Ridge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T150000
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SUMMARY:Reaching Across the Racial Divide – A Presentation by Betty Kilby Baldwin and Phoebe Kilby
DESCRIPTION:Watch Video of the Event\n\n\n\n\n\nLocations: Middletown Campus\, Carl and Emily Thompson Conference Center and Virtual \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presentation\n\n\n\n“The sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.” – Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. \n\n\n\nAs daughters\, Betty Kilby Baldwin and Phoebe Kilby have found a way to live Dr. King’s dream. \n\n\n\nThey will share their powerful story of discovering their family connection and embarking on a journey of reconciliation and reparation. Their talk draws on lessons from their 2021 book\, Cousins: Connected Through Slavery – A Black Woman and a White Woman Discover Their Past and Each Other (UMW 2023 Reading Program selection\, Social Justice).  \n\n\n\nBooks will be available for purchase at the event.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout the Speakers\n\n\n\nDr. Betty Kilby Fisher Baldwin\n\n\n\n\nIntegrated Warren County High School in 1959 after her father sued the school board under Brown v. Board of Education.\n\n\n\nAuthor of Wit\, Will & Walls.\n\n\n\nMBA and Honorary Doctorate from Shenandoah University.\n\n\n\nShe and Phoebe have presented nationwide at universities\, schools\, churches\, and conferences.\n\n\n\n\nPhoebe Kilby\n\n\n\n\nBaltimore native; degrees in Botany (B.S.) and Environmental Management (M.E.M.) from Duke University.\n\n\n\nWorked as an urban and environmental planner.\n\n\n\nLater earned a degree in Conflict Transformation from Eastern Mennonite University.\n\n\n\nActive in the Coming to the Table movement\, where she researched her family’s connection to slavery—leading to her discovery of cousin Betty.\n\n\n\n\nBetty’s story and the desegregation of Warren County High School in 1959 are featured in the documentary Knocking Down Walls (2023)\, created by Spotswood High School students and Rockingham County Public Schools staff. The film tells the story of Virginia school integration through the voices of those who lived it. \n\n\n\nSponsored by:\n\n\n\n\nLaurel Ridge Community College\n\n\n\nShenandoah River District United Women in Faith and individual Units:\n\nLeesburg UMC\, Brucetown UMC\, Stephens City UMC\n\n\n\n\n\nBelle Grove Plantation\n\n\n\nNorthern Shenandoah Valley Coming to the Table\n\n\n\nShenandoah River District UMC\n\n\n\nVirginia Annual Conference United Women in Faith\n\n\n\nStrasburg United Methodist Church\n\n\n\nStrasburg UMC Methodist Men\n\n\n\nVA Annual Conference UMC Methodist Men\n\n\n\nVirginia Annual Conference UMC Cross Racial/Cross Cultural Resource Team\n\n\n\nWarren-Page NAACP\n\n\n\nShenandoah County NAACP\n\n\n\nRobin Lyttle\n\n\n\nAnonymous\n\n\n\nVA UMC Director of Belonging and Advocacy-Rev. Lan Davis Wilson\n\n\n\nStrasburg Museum at the Strasburg Visitor’s Center\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThe Kilby Family Endowed Scholarship Fund\n\n\n\nINVESTING IN THE BLACK COMMUNITIES OF TOMORROW COMMUNITIES OF TOMORROW – https://poisefoundation.org/the-kilby-family-endowed-scholarship-fund/
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/reaching-across-the-racial-divide-a-presentation-by-betty-kilby-baldwin-and-phoebe-kilby/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Foundation Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
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SUMMARY:Paint the Campus Purple: Laurel Ridge Art Exhibit Opening
DESCRIPTION:Opening Thursday October 16 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pmSekel Art Atrium\, Cornerstone HallFree to the public through November 20 2025 \n\n\n\nJoin us as we Paint The Campus Purple—a powerful community art initiative raising awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). In collaboration with The Laurel Center\, this exhibition will fill the walls of the Sekel Art Atrium with student and community artwork that honors survivors\, inspires hope\, and calls for change. \n\n\n\nWhy Purple?\n\n\n\nPurple is the color of Domestic Violence Awareness. It symbolizes courage\, survival\, and hope—a visible reminder that domestic violence has no place in our community and that support is available for all survivors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Exhibit\n\n\n\nThe show will feature original artwork created by Laurel Ridge students and local community members. Through painting\, drawing\, photography\, and mixed media\, artists will use creative expression to spark conversation\, healing\, and action. Together\, we will cover the walls in purple as a visible sign of solidarity. \n\n\n\nImportant Dates\n\n\n\n\nSubmit Artwork\n\nSubmission Times:\n\nTuesday\, October 7 | 12:00 – 2:00 PM\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 9 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Middletown Campus – Cornerstone Hall\, Room 502 (The Art Studio)\n\n\n\nOr Email Monica James at mjames@laurelridge.edu\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShow Opens: October 16\, 2025\n\n\n\nExhibit Closes: November 20\, 2025\n\n\n\n\nGet Involved\n\n\n\nWe invite all students\, faculty\, staff\, and community members to: \n\n\n\n\nSubmit artwork for display (purple encouraged\, but not required)\n\n\n\nAttend the opening and visit the exhibit to show your support\n\n\n\nWear purple during October to raise awareness and honor survivors\n\n\n\n\nTogether for Change\n\n\n\nOctober is a time to raise awareness\, honor survivors\, and inspire community action. By sharing your creativity\, your voice\, or simply your presence\, you can help Paint the Campus Purple and stand with us against domestic violence. \n\n\n\nThe Laurel Center is leading many activities and providing resources throughout the month. Learn more at: https://thelaurelcenter.org/
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/paint-the-campus-purple-laurel-ridge-art-exhibit/
LOCATION:Sekel Art Atrium\, Cornerstone Hall\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, Virginia\, 22645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T170119
CREATED:20250926T130312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T130316Z
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SUMMARY:National Transfer Student Week: Alumni Transfer Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join the Advising Team and Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) as we celebrate National Transfer Student Week with a special Alumni Transfer Panel. \n\n\n\nHear directly from Laurel Ridge students who successfully transferred to 4-year colleges and universities. Panelists will share their personal stories and offer practical advice on: \n\n\n\n\nTime management\n\n\n\nChoosing the right school and program\n\n\n\nNavigating a larger campus\n\n\n\nMaking the most of your transfer experience\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, Oct. 214 p.m.Middletown Campus – Cornerstone Hall\, Room 300Join via Zoom (link to be provided) \n\n\n\nHosted by Phi Theta Kappa\, in partnership with the Laurel Ridge advising team \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain insider tips and get your transfer questions answered! Families are welcome. \n\n\n\nRegister to attend at https://forms.gle/v4tiEzF3HKgr6SKq8
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/national-transfer-student-week-alumni-transfer-panel/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Fauquier Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Parent Events,Presentations,Transfer Events,Transfer Events at Laurel Ridge,Virtual Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T175004Z
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SUMMARY:Accounting Student Night
DESCRIPTION:Speakers ~ Employer Panel ~ Networking ~ Food ~ Door Prizes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to attend at shenandoahvalley.vscpa.cpa by Oct. 16.  \n\n\n\nThis event is FREE and open to high school and college students interested in a career in accounting.  \n\n\n\nEvent Location: Carl and Emily Thompson Conference Center at Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/accounting-student-night/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA 22645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Employee Events,Student Events,Transfer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T170119
CREATED:20251105T135936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T173911Z
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SUMMARY:Support Our Students This Holiday Season
DESCRIPTION:Make a Meaningful Impact This Holiday Season \n\n\n\nThis holiday season\, Laurel Ridge invites our employees\, students\, and community members to come together in support of our students and their families. Whether through donations\, gifts\, or a sweet raffle treat\, your generosity will help brighten lives and bring comfort during the holidays. \n\n\n\nWays to Give:\n\n\n\n1. Donate to the Educational Foundation Food Drive Fund\n\n\n\nYour dollar goes further when you give directly to the Food Pantry Fund. Instead of purchasing items yourself\, your donation of any amount allows us to purchase at wholesale prices and meet specific needs or make a $40 donation to sponsor a family holiday meal. \n\n\n\nDonate by: Dec. 8Give now: laurelridge.edu/donatenowDesignation: Food Pantry Fund OR Student Holiday Meal Sponsor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2. Support the TRIO Holiday Drive (Middletown Campus)\n\n\n\nPurchase Gifts: Help bring joy to the children of TRIO participants by purchasing gifts from our Amazon Wish List.Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QYLUH7HU001W?ref_=wl_sharePurchase by: Dec. 1 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. Support Operation Present Drop (Fauquier) \n\n\n\nPurchase Gifts: Donate for Fauquier student families in need from our Amazon Wish List. \n\n\n\nWish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/B029HF9OVH7I?ref_=wl_sharePurchase by: Dec. 1 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4. Donate Items to the Food Pantry\n\n\n\nDrop off donations at any Laurel Ridge lobby.Items Needed: \n\n\n\n\nFood: Peanut butter\, canned chicken/tuna\, other protein-rich items\n\n\n\nHygiene: Feminine hygiene products\, toothbrushes/toothpaste\, shampoo\, soap\n\n\n\nCleaning: Laundry detergent\n\n\n\n\nDonations On-going
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/support-our-students-this-holiday-season/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Club Event,Community Events,Foundation Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T170119
CREATED:20251105T135936Z
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SUMMARY:Support Our Students This Holiday Season
DESCRIPTION:Make a Meaningful Impact This Holiday Season \n\n\n\nThis holiday season\, Laurel Ridge invites our employees\, students\, and community members to come together in support of our students and their families. Whether through donations\, gifts\, or a sweet raffle treat\, your generosity will help brighten lives and bring comfort during the holidays. \n\n\n\nWays to Give:\n\n\n\n1. Donate to the Educational Foundation Food Drive Fund\n\n\n\nYour dollar goes further when you give directly to the Food Pantry Fund. Instead of purchasing items yourself\, your donation of any amount allows us to purchase at wholesale prices and meet specific needs or make a $40 donation to sponsor a family holiday meal. \n\n\n\nDonate by: Dec. 8Give now: laurelridge.edu/donatenowDesignation: Food Pantry Fund OR Student Holiday Meal Sponsor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2. Support the TRIO Holiday Drive (Middletown Campus)\n\n\n\nPurchase Gifts: Help bring joy to the children of TRIO participants by purchasing gifts from our Amazon Wish List.Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QYLUH7HU001W?ref_=wl_sharePurchase by: Dec. 1 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. Support Operation Present Drop (Fauquier) \n\n\n\nPurchase Gifts: Donate for Fauquier student families in need from our Amazon Wish List. \n\n\n\nWish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/B029HF9OVH7I?ref_=wl_sharePurchase by: Dec. 1 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4. Donate Items to the Food Pantry\n\n\n\nDrop off donations at any Laurel Ridge lobby.Items Needed: \n\n\n\n\nFood: Peanut butter\, canned chicken/tuna\, other protein-rich items\n\n\n\nHygiene: Feminine hygiene products\, toothbrushes/toothpaste\, shampoo\, soap\n\n\n\nCleaning: Laundry detergent\n\n\n\n\nDonations On-going
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/support-our-students-this-holiday-season/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Club Event,Community Events,Foundation Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T110000
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SUMMARY:Invisible Epidemic - A Daniel McCain Documentary
DESCRIPTION:FULL CAMPUSES. EMPTY STOMACHS. HUNGRY FOR CHANGE. \n\n\n\nA Daniel McCain Documentary \n\n\n\nFree and open to the community! Stay after the screening for an engaging Q&A with Director of Student Support Vivi Meder and film director Daniel McCain. \n\n\n\nThe Invisible Epidemic is a powerful documentary that exposes the hidden reality of food insecurity on college campuses. While universities appear full and thriving\, many students quietly struggle with hunger and lack access to basic nutrition. Through intimate storytelling and striking visuals\, the film challenges assumptions about student life and calls attention to systemic gaps affecting student well-being. The documentary invites audiences to confront this overlooked crisis and consider meaningful solutions for change. \n\n\n\nWritten and directed by Daniel McCain \n\n\n\nExecutive Producers Hiram Larew\, Bruce Williams\, Daniel McCain \n\n\n\nProduced by William Little\, Quinn Stephenson\, Chrys Soto \n\n\n\nEdited by Daniel McCain \n\n\n\nCinematography by DANIEL McCAIN & Janelle Raymundo \n\n\n\nOriginal Music by Stephen Schneider \n\n\n\nSound Design by Katyann Stenner \n\n\n\nPoetry by Kim B. Miller
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/invisible-epidemic-a-daniel-mccain-documentary/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus\, Carl and Emily Thompson Conference Center\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, Virginia\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T170119
CREATED:20260220T163301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T144935Z
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SUMMARY:Humanities Week 2026 
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Creativity\, Culture & Humanity \n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus (in-person) and Fauquier Campus (virtual)   \n\n\n\nJoin us for a week-long celebration showcasing the power of human connection. From conversations with illustrators and writers to hands-on public art\, a film screening\, and student performances\, Humanities Week highlights the culture that shapes our communities.   \n\n\n\nEVENT SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPOSTPONED – Careers in the Humanities Panel (Hosted by PTK) \n\n\n\nMonday\, March 16 from 2 – 3 p.m. \n\n\n\nHear from professionals working in humanities fields—including Dean Nicole Munday—as they share insights into employment pathways\, skills\, and opportunities. Pizza provided by Student Life.  \n\n\n\nLocations:  \n\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus\, Corron Community Development Center\, Thompson Conference Center (In-Person)\n\n\n\nFauquier: Library\, Paris Room\n\n\n\nOnline at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/86186352503 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat Your Professors Wish You Knew About AI \n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 17  from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.  \n\n\n\nProfessors Margaret Ross (philosophy)\, Addie Jones (psychology)\, and Jessi Lewis (English and writing) will discuss ethical considerations and issues surrounding artificial intelligence in the classroom. Locations:  \n\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus\, Corron Community Development Center\, Thompson Conference Center (In-Person)\n\n\n\nFauquier Campus\, Barkman Family Conference Center (Virtually Viewing)\n\n\n\nOnline at  https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84121849576\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Power of Public Art \n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 17 from 1  – 3 p.m.  \n\n\n\nMonica James will host a hybrid conversation exploring public art and murals with three artists. Stay after for a public painting demonstration in the Corron.  \n\n\n\nLocations:  \n\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus\, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)\n\n\n\nFauquier Campus\, The Paris Room in the Library (Virtual Viewing)\n\n\n\nOnline at  https://vccs.zoom.us/j/83692226638\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConversation with an Illustrator \n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 18 from 11 a.m. – Noon \n\n\n\nJoin us as we welcome Laurel Ridge alum and Kent State Professor of Visual Communication and Design\, Chad Lewis\, for a deep dive into children’s book illustration and the creative process.  \n\n\n\nLocations:  \n\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus\, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)\n\n\n\nFauquier Campus\, The Paris Room in the Library (Virtual Viewing)\n\n\n\nOnline at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/84433535178\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nStudent Coffee House \n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 18 from 2 – 4 p.m. \n\n\n\nJoin this open mic-style celebration with Laurel Ridge students and clubs. Enjoy coffee and snacks while supporting student creators. This celebration will feature readings\, performances\, artwork\, and creative projects from Laurel Ridge students and clubs.  \n\n\n\nLocation:  \n\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus\, Cornerstone Hall Kummli Lounge (In-Person)\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot Just Another Podcast: How Stories Build Community \n\n\n\nThursday\, March 19 from 9:30–10:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nWriter and poet Sean Murphy joins Jessi Lewis for a conversation on building connections through poetry\, publishing and podcasts.  \n\n\n\nLocations:  \n\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus\, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)\n\n\n\nFauquier Campus\, The Paris Room in the Library (Virtual Viewing)\n\n\n\nOnline at  https://vccs.zoom.us/j/88528761412\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmpathy Film Club: Ismail \n\n\n\nThursday\, March 19 from  1 to 2 p.m.   \n\n\n\nJoin us for a viewing of the short film Ismail \, followed by a discussion hosted by Laurel Ridge sociology students. Participants will be challenged to reflect on the diversity of human experiences alongside sociological concepts.  \n\n\n\nLocations:  \n\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus\, Corron Community Development Center (In-Person)\n\n\n\nRegister and attend online at https://laurelridgeedu.sharepoint.com/sites/LaurelRidgeUpdates/SitePages/Do-(Social)-Empathy-Virtual-Film-Screenings–A-Library-and-Sociology-Partnership.aspx?csf=1&web=1&e=uMm8Rf&CID=6f0f464d-3120-47a0-ad29-7ff93f548ae5\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWomen in Humanities Online Trivia Challenge\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 19 at 3:30 p.m.  \n\n\n\nChallenge yourself with an online trivia game. Faculty\, staff and students are welcome. The winning student gets a prize!   \n\n\n\n\nRegister and attend online at https://vccs.zoom.us/j/86186352503\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\n\n\n\nStudents exploring majors or careers \n\n\n\n\n\nFaculty & staff \n\n\n\n\n\nThose interested in the humanities and big questions \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhy It Matters \n\n\n\nThe Arts & Humanities help us understand ourselves\, communicate ideas\, build empathy\, and engage in meaningful dialogue—skills essential for every career and community.  \n\n\n\nInterested in studying Humanities? Explore our Humanities program at https://laurelridge.edu/school-of-humanities-and-social-sciences/ and connect with your advisor to get started.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/humanities-week-2026/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Internal Calendar,Luray Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Parent Events,Student Events
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SUMMARY:Neighbor Week
DESCRIPTION:Kindness Lives Here\n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating Neighbor Week in honor of what would have been Fred Rogers’s 98th birthday on March 20. We have events celebrating kindness and neighborliness March 16-20. We think Mr. Rogers would approve of Laurel Ridge’s mission to provide a positive\, caring and dynamic learning environment that inspires student success\, values diversity and promotes community vitality! \n\n\n\nHelp Your Neighbors\n\n\n\nIn exchange for a donation – of an amount of your choosing – you are welcome to wear your comfiest pair of jeans all week. These donations will be split among three beneficiaries: \n\n\n\n\nTRiO – For those wishing to make non-monetary donations\, here is a listing of suggested items for the TRiO pantry: proteins\, such as canned tuna and chicken; peanut butter; bread; cereal; cooking oils; cleaning supplies; laundry detergent; dryer sheets; dish soap\n\n\n\nEmployee Emergency Assistance Fund\n\n\n\nParent Scholars Program\n\n\n\n\n\n\n        \n\n        \n\n\n\nBuy a Shirt\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, you can purchase a T-shirt designed by Larry Friedenberg\, with proceeds – about $9 for each shirt – going to the Laurel Ridge Educational Foundation. \n\n\n\n        \n            \n                Order a Neighbor Week Shirt            \n        \n\n\n\n\nIt’s a Beautiful Potluck in the Neighborhood \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, March 17\, bring your favorite dish\, snack\, dessert or activity to share as you welcome your coworkers to come visit your neighborhood (department) for Neighborhood Bites & Delights between 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n        \n            \n                Sign up for the Potluck            \n        \n\n\n\n\nExplore Your Neighborhood\n\n\n\nTake a walk with your work neighbors! \n\n\n\n\nLuray-Page County Center – 10 a.m.\, Tuesday\, March 17. Meet at the welcome desk for a walk down the sidewalk to the corner of Allison and General Drive led by Judy Suddith.\n\n\n\nFauquier Campus – noon\, Tuesday\, March 17. Meet in front of The Barn and walk through the buildings and outside along the connector trail with Kerry Kilpatrick and Nick Shomo as your guides.\n\n\n\nMiddletown Campus – 12:15 p.m.\, Thursday\, March 19. Meet in Cornerstone Hall behind the welcome desk and walk to the area around the Student Union Building with Poly Nesselrodt and Catherine Grunow leading the way.\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate with Your Neighbors\n\n\n\nJoin us for Neighbor Day Cardigans and Cupcakes at noon on Wednesday\, March 18. We’d love to take group pictures of employees in Mr. Rogers’s favorite item of clothing\, a cardigan. Meet in Cornerstone Hall behind the information desk on the Middletown Campus\, and in Wolk Hall near the information desk at the Fauquier Campus. \n\n\n\nOther Neighborhood Goings-on\n\n\n\n\nColoring activity at each Laurel Ridge location. Details to come!\n\n\n\nTherapy Dogs – Everyone loves visiting with the Fab Four Therapy Dogs! Thursday\, March 19\, noon to 1 p.m. on the Middletown Campus\n\n\n\n\n        \n            \n                View more Neighbor Week resources
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/neighbor-week/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Foundation Events,Luray Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T120000
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SUMMARY:Invisible Epidemic - A Daniel McCain Documentary
DESCRIPTION:FULL CAMPUSES. EMPTY STOMACHS. HUNGRY FOR CHANGE. \n\n\n\nA Daniel McCain Documentary \n\n\n\nFree and open to the community! Stay after the screening for an engaging Q&A with Director of Student Support Vivi Meder and film director Daniel McCain. \n\n\n\nThe Invisible Epidemic is a powerful documentary that exposes the hidden reality of food insecurity on college campuses. While universities appear full and thriving\, many students quietly struggle with hunger and lack access to basic nutrition. Through intimate storytelling and striking visuals\, the film challenges assumptions about student life and calls attention to systemic gaps affecting student well-being. The documentary invites audiences to confront this overlooked crisis and consider meaningful solutions for change. \n\n\n\nWritten and directed by Daniel McCain \n\n\n\nExecutive Producers Hiram Larew\, Bruce Williams\, Daniel McCain \n\n\n\nProduced by William Little\, Quinn Stephenson\, Chrys Soto \n\n\n\nEdited by Daniel McCain \n\n\n\nCinematography by DANIEL McCAIN & Janelle Raymundo \n\n\n\nOriginal Music by Stephen Schneider \n\n\n\nSound Design by Katyann Stenner \n\n\n\nPoetry by Kim B. Miller
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/invisible-epidemic-a-daniel-mccain-documentary/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus\, Carl and Emily Thompson Conference Center\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, Virginia\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T170119
CREATED:20250305T211155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T163452Z
UID:10007976-1775642400-1775656800@laurelridge.edu
SUMMARY:Career and Internship Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Corron Building for the Career Fair!Open to all students and community members—everyone is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\nEmployers Attending:\n\n\n\n\nUVA Community Health\n\n\n\nRiddleberger Brothers\, Inc\n\n\n\nZeus GeoTechnic\n\n\n\nSouthern Electrical Service Co\, Inc.\n\n\n\nVirginia Dept of Corrections\n\n\n\nBartlett Tree Experts\n\n\n\nBank of Clarke\n\n\n\nFauquier Co Govt & Public Schools\n\n\n\nNavy Federal Credit Union\n\n\n\nNational Fruit Product Co.\, Inc.\n\n\n\nFire Alarm Services\, Inc\n\n\n\nLinder Industrial Machinery Co\n\n\n\nand many more!\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nContact lbrumback@laurelridge.edu or call 540-868-7142.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/career-and-internship-fair/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, 22645
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Career Services Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Foundation Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T170119
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T150622Z
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Virginia Gamba - An internationally recognized leader in disarmament\, peace\, and human security. Joining Live from Argentina!
DESCRIPTION:View In-Person at Laurel Ridge Community College\, Middletown Campus in the Corron Community Development Center or Virtually \n\n\n\nLaurel Ridge Community College is honored to welcome Virginia Gamba\, who will join the college live from Argentina for a special hybrid event. \n\n\n\nAn internationally recognized leader in disarmament\, peace\, and human security\, Virginia Gamba brings decades of experience in international diplomacy and global conflict prevention\, including leadership in United Nations initiatives connected to efforts recognized by the Nobel Peace Prize.  \n\n\n\nShe will participate in a thought‑provoking conversation focused on global leadership\, strategies for conflict prevention\, and the evolving future of international cooperation. \n\n\n\nPlease complete the form below to register your interest in this upcoming event. By submitting this form\, you will receive event updates\, including the virtual link\, as details become available. \n\n\n\nEvent Interest & Registration Form \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Virginia Gamba\n\n\n\nVirginia Gamba brings more than 30 years of global leadership experience in disarmament\, peacebuilding\, and human security. \n\n\n\nShe has served the United Nations in several senior roles\, including: \n\n\n\n\nFourth Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict\n\n\n\nAssistant Secretary-General and Head of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons\n\n\n\nDirector and Deputy to the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs\n\n\n\n\nIn 1995\, Ms. Gamba was awarded a shared Nobel Peace Prize for her work on nuclear disarmament with the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs. \n\n\n\nAs a candidate for Secretary-General of the United Nations\, Ms. Gamba will reflect on her experiences growing up in Argentina\, her work on nuclear disarmament\, her time at the United Nations\, and her vision for global leadership and peace. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTentative Program Agenda\n\n\n\n\nWelcome and Introduction\n\n\n\nMs. Gamba’s Background and Career Path\n\n\n\nNobel Peace Prize Work on Nuclear Disarmament\n\n\n\nUnited Nations Efforts on:\n\nChildren in Armed Conflict\n\n\n\nPrevention of Genocide\n\n\n\n\n\nModerated Q&A\n\n\n\n\nThe agenda will be updated as details are finalized. \n\n\n\nSpecial Acknowledgment\n\n\n\nThis unique opportunity was made possible with the support of Laurel Ridge alumnus Jason Hatch\, whose efforts were instrumental in connecting Ms. Gamba with the college. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, please contact:Larry Friedenberg\, Assistant Professor Sociology and Human Services at lfriedenberg@laurelridge.edu.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/a-conversation-with-virginia-gamba-nobel-peace-prize-winner-and-internationally-recognized-leader-in-disarmament-peace-and-human-security/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA 22645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Fauquier Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events
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