Peter Bullough Foundation Artist Residencies

A few years ago, I came across an article about a remodeling project undertaken by local architects Reader and Swartz. The project piqued my interest because it featured two homes next to each other, one named Winter House and the other Summer House, remodeled for...

The Staging Fairy’s Tips To “Keep It Simple”

A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING Once you bring a new item into the home, it should have a designated spot within 24 hours. Having a designated home for everything prevents you from wasting time looking for things you need or want. This also allows you to know when to stock up...

12 Days of Christmas in Old Town Winchester

It’s never been more important to shop local than in 2020 when so many small businesses are struggling financially to stay afloat. So for this Christmas season we decided to show you how you can complete your entire Christmas shopping list right here in Old Town...

Winchester’s East Piccadilly Lofts

UPDATE – OCTOBER 2020 – Due to COVID issues causing problems with financing and building supply prices increasing substantially, this project has been cancelled. The property is back up for sale for development. You can contact the Winchester EDA for...

Guide to Winchester and Frederick County Farmers Markets

We are absolutely blessed to have numerous farmers markets dotting the landscape in Winchester and surrounding Frederick County. There are many that are open daily while others popup in different locations on different days during the busy season. If you live in the...

Winchester City New Fence and Wall Installation Permit Requirements

Winchester city has announced new permitting guidelines for fences and walls in the district. The requirements differ depending on the location of your home, type of lot and why you are installing a fence or wall. If you are thinking of adding a wall or fence you...

Winchester Virginia’s Historical Markers

The historical significance of Winchester, Virginia cannot be overstated.  Many battles of the Revolutionary War and Civil War occurred in and around Winchester with it’s highly coveted “roadways”, at least what roadways were back in those times....

Winchester Charities: 3 Local Charities You Should Know

What is hospice care? Well, hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual resources for patients and their family members where the patient is in the last stages of an extremely serious illness, such as cancer or heart failure. Hospice care...

Guide to Winchester Coffee Shops and Cafés

Our Coffee Shop and Coffee Roasters Guide is provided in no particular order. We just want to share some information and thoughts for the coffee-lovers among us and make sure you are always close to one of them when moving about Winchester! Hopscotch Coffee &...