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Celebrate the Fourth of July in one of the best small towns in America! Over two hundred years ago, America gained its independence. What better place to celebrate all of the joys in life than Berkeley Springs, WV. Make a stop at Widmyer Elementary School on July 3,...

Do you appreciate a delicious glass of wine after a long day? Or do you long for a mouthwatering meal made from fresh ingredients? Uniquely West Virginia Festival is coming to Berkeley Springs, WV! I don't know about you, but I plan to enjoy this once-a-year...

Chef and author Bryant Terry once said, "What makes the farmers market such a special place is that you're actually creating a community around food." Terry has found a way to put what Spring makes us feel into words. With the season right around the corner, fruit and...

Over 200 years ago, George Washington visited the Town of Bath for the first time. He stumbled upon the hot springs and decided Berkeley Springs was the place of healing and relaxation. With the water at a constant 74 degrees, I can't say I disagree with his opinion....

Do you believe in luck? St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner with a trail of good fortune. With four-leaf clovers, wearing green, and searching for rainbows, we are all looking forward to all of the little miracles in life. If you ask me, Berkeley Springs is a...

Do you feel the love in the air? Are you itching to surprise your partner with a one-of-a-kind gift that will bring a contagious smile to their face? Can you already smell the chocolate candies and ruby red roses? A close friend of mine married the love of her life a...

Creating resolutions for the New Year tends to be a daunting task. You are struck with the challenging self-reflection where you look back on the past and try to pick out the flaws you have buried deep. Then, you pin those flaws to the fridge with a five-step plan on...

With Thanksgiving approaching, a memory comes to mind of sitting in elementary school and placing my tiny hand on a brown piece of paper. With one hand in position, the other very roughly traced over it. When I lifted my fingers, a curvy outline of a turkey was left...

I remember sitting in a history class when I was in school and learning that my hometown was part of the Civil War. Stonewall Jackson attacked Berkeley Springs before marching to the town next door. Despite that tragic moment in the 1860s, the town continued its...

Since its discovery, Berkeley Springs has been built around healing. From its warm springs to its local healing practices. For twenty-four years, Berkeley Springs has held the Festival of Light to embrace the industry of healing and wellness. Even though I was raised...