BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Laurel Ridge Community College - ECPv6.10.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://laurelridge.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Laurel Ridge Community College REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T170000 DTSTAMP:20260826T065033 CREATED:20250307T172151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T171146Z UID:10007998-1773648000-1774026000@laurelridge.edu 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:Virginia CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Foundation Events,Luray Student Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T120000 DTSTAMP:20260826T065033 CREATED:20260318T213708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T213713Z UID:10014321-1775214000-1775217600@laurelridge.edu 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T140000 DTSTAMP:20260826T065033 CREATED:20260401T150617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T152937Z UID:10014976-1777294800-1777298400@laurelridge.edu SUMMARY:A Conversation with Virginia Gamba - An internationally recognized leader in disarmament\, peace\, and human security. Joining Live from Argentina! DESCRIPTION:Attend In-Person at Laurel Ridge Community College\, Middletown Campus in the Corron Community Development Center or Virtually \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Event Interest and Registration Form \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Watch the Live Stream (April 27\, 2026 at 1 p.m.) \n \n\n\n\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\n\nEvent Interest & Registration Form\n\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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laurelridge.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Flag-of-the-United-Nations.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T170000 DTSTAMP:20260826T065033 CREATED:20260617T160030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T160035Z UID:10016162-1785312000-1792774800@laurelridge.edu SUMMARY:Wildlife Happenings: Celebrating Wildlife Through Art DESCRIPTION:An Exhibition Featuring the Artworks of Cindy Kreiman and Simona Bergman \n\n\n\nExhibition Dates\n\n\n\nJuly 29 – Oct. 23  \n\n\n\nArtist Talk and Reception\n\n\n\nThursday\, Sept. 24\, 2026 1– 4 p.m. Meet the artists\, learn about their inspiration\, and explore the stories behind their works celebrating wildlife and the natural world.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Sekel Art Atrium in Cornerstone Hall \n\n\n\nFREE and Open to the Public \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArt in Service of Animal Advocacy\n\n\n\nArtists Cindy and Simona share a deep commitment to animal rescue\, sanctuary work\, wildlife conservation\, and advocacy. Their dedication extends far beyond volunteer service\, finding powerful expression through their artistic practice. For both artists\, creating artwork is a labor of love and a meaningful way to support the causes closest to their hearts. \n\n\n\nThroughout their careers\, Cindy and Simona have donated artwork and directed proceeds from exhibitions and sales to benefit organizations devoted to animal welfare\, rescue\, rehabilitation\, and conservation. Their contributions have supported respected organizations such as the Jane Goodall Institute\, For the Cats’ Sake\, and numerous rescue groups and sanctuaries throughout the United States and abroad. \n\n\n\nFor this exhibition\, the artists are proud to spotlight Lockwood Animal Rescue Center (LARC)\, a nationally recognized organization dedicated to the rescue and protection of wolves\, wolf-dogs\, horses\, wild birds\, wildlife\, and veterans while advancing education\, conservation\, and public awareness. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Lockwood Animal Rescue Center:https://lockwoodarc.org/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“We are speaking through our art to bring about awareness to the plight and importance of our wildlife and their habitats. Once they’re gone\, there’s no turning back. When we lose them\, we lose ourselves.“ – Cindy Kreiman \n\n\n\nOrganizations Supported Through Their Work\n\n\n\nIn addition to LARC\, Cindy and Simona have supported and continue to advocate for a wide range of animal welfare and conservation organizations\, including: \n\n\n\n\nSky Wild Horse Sanctuary\n\n\n\nWildlife Center of Virginia\n\n\n\nSave A Fox\n\n\n\nFox Tails Rescue\n\n\n\nWoods Hole Marine Wildlife\n\n\n\nSky Phoenix Wolf Sanctuary\n\n\n\nVirginia Bat Conservation\n\n\n\nAmerican Bird Conservancy\n\n\n\nHope and Serenity Farm Sanctuary\n\n\n\nSerenity Sanctuary Farm Rescue\n\n\n\nDr. Burwell Wildlife Veterinary Services\n\n\n\nWinchester SPCA\n\n\n\nEsther Boyd Animal Shelter\n\n\n\n\nThrough their art\, Cindy and Simona seek not only to celebrate the beauty and spirit of animals but also to inspire compassion\, awareness\, and action in support of the organizations working tirelessly on their behalf. \n\n\n\nAbout the Artists \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCindy Kreiman  \n\n\n\nAnimals and nature have been central to Cindy’s life from an early age. Through wildlife rescue efforts\, shelter work\, and a career in education serving children with special needs\, she has dedicated herself to helping those most in need. Her artwork reflects her belief that wildlife\, natural landscapes\, waterways\, and the air we breathe are precious gifts that deserve protection and respect. Proceeds from her paintings support the various causes listed above\, allowing her passion for art to further advance the organizations and missions she cares about most. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSimona Bergman  \n\n\n\nFor Simona\, nature has always been a source of inspiration\, peace\, and wonder. An educator for more than 18 years\, she has used science\, art\, literature\, and music to help children develop a deeper appreciation for every living creature. Through her wildlife paintings\, she continues her lifelong mission of promoting kindness\, conservation\, and awareness. Proceeds from her artwork support wildlife rehabilitation\, animal shelters\, sanctuaries\, and humanitarian causes. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Professor of Art\, Monica James at mjames@laurelridge.edu. URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/wildlife-happenings-celebrating-wildlife-through-art/ LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Community College 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA 22645\, United States CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Community Events,Family Friendly Events,Foundation Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T140000 DTSTAMP:20260826T065033 CREATED:20250305T211155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T135157Z UID:10007976-1792663200-1792677600@laurelridge.edu SUMMARY:Career and Internship Fair DESCRIPTION:Dress professionally and bring your resume to connect with local employers. \n\n\n\nAttend for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card! \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:Fauquier Campus\, 6480 College St.\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States CATEGORIES:Alumni Events,Career Services Events,Community Events,Employee Events,Fauquier Student Events,Foundation Events,Middletown Student Events,Student Events GEO:38.683086;-77.783443 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fauquier Campus 6480 College St. Warrenton VA 20187 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6480 College St.:geo:-77.783443,38.683086 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR