Hampshire Highlands

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Illuminate Your Holidays: Discover the Magic with Our 2023 Digital Holiday Guide!

As the air gets crisper and the nights longer, there’s a certain magic that starts to spread—the kind that can only mean the holidays are upon us. And what better way to embrace the joy and warmth of the season than with our dazzling Digital 2023 Holiday Guide? 🎄✨
We’re thrilled to announce that the wait is over and our beloved guide is ready to be the beacon of your holiday cheer! Whether you’re nestled by the fire or out in the frosty air, let our guide be your companion to all the festivities.
Embark on a Festive Journey: Come to Hampshire 2023 📖
Here’s What Awaits Inside:
🗓️ The Ultimate Holiday Calendar
We’ve combed through countless events to bring you the most enchanting and anticipated happenings of the season. From tree lighting ceremonies to carol concerts, your calendar is about to get a lot more festive!
📸 A Trip Down Memory Lane
Take a stroll through our gallery filled with twinkling images of last year’s merriments. Each photo is a testament to the joy and togetherness we share as a community during the holidays. Who knows, you might catch a glimpse of some familiar faces!
📖 Heartwarming Tales by the Fire
What are the holidays without the stories that touch our hearts? Curl up with our featured tale that encapsulates the essence of the season. It’s a narrative woven with the threads of love, kindness, and holiday spirit, perfect alongside a steaming cup of cocoa. ☕
🎉 Festivities Galore
Our guide is bursting with inspiration to fill your season with laughter, fun, and an extra dose of holiday sparkle. We’re on a mission to make this year’s celebrations your best yet!
As we roll out this festive carpet of holiday delights, we invite you to join us in making new memories that will twinkle in our minds for years to come. From all of us here at the Hampshire County Convention & Vistors Bureau, Happy Holidays! 🎅🤶🎊

November 3, 2023
Discover the Best of Hampshire County with Our Event Calendar! 📆
Are you on the lookout for exciting things to do in Hampshire County? Or perhaps you’re an event organizer eager to promote your upcoming gatherings? Look no further, because we’ve got fantastic news to share! 📆
Introducing Our Event Calendar
We’re all about building connections, supporting our local community, and making it easy for you to find the best events in the area. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce our Event Calendar, which can be accessed on our website, cometohampshire.com.
Why Should You Use Our Event Calendar?
Here’s why our Event Calendar is the perfect platform for you:
1. It’s Absolutely FREE! – We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to promote their events. You can sign up and post your events at no cost.
- Reach a Diverse Audience – Hampshire County is home to a lively and engaged community. We also welcome visitors from far and wide who are looking to experience all that our wonderful county has to offer. By listing your events on our platform, you’ll gain exposure to a diverse and enthusiastic audience.
1. Support Local – Whether you’re a local business, an organization, or an individual looking to share your passions, our Event Calendar is the ideal place to connect with the Hampshire County community.
Getting Started Is Easy
Ready to get your events on our Event Calendar? Here’s how you can do it:
1. Visit our Event Submission Page.
2. Sign up for a free account.
3. Start posting your events!
Questions? Reach Out to Us!
We’re here to assist you every step of the way. If you have any questions, encounter any issues, or need assistance with the process, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at info@cometohampshire.com. Our dedicated team is here to provide support and guidance.
Never Miss Out on Hampshire County Events!
And if you’re on the hunt for exciting things to do in Hampshire County, make sure to check out our Event Calendar. It’s your one-stop shop for discovering all the amazing events happening in our community. Be sure to bookmark it for easy access!
October 16, 2023
U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree to Visit Romney, WV During 2023 Tour
Romney, WV-October 9, 2023 – Each year, a different national forest provides a tree to light up the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol building for the holiday season. The Monongahela National Forest, in partnership with nonprofit partner Choose Outdoors and presenting sponsor 84 Lumber, will bring the 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from West Virginia to Washington, D.C., including a special appearance in Romney on November 14, 2023, 10:30 a.m., WV Schools for the Deaf & the Blind.
The 63-foot-tall Norway spruce will be harvested on the Monongahela National Forest in early November. The journey will include a series of outdoor community celebrations before being delivered to the U.S. Capitol on Nov. 17, where it will be decorated with handmade ornaments specially created by West Virginians.
The celebration will kick off with official remarks from Romney Mayor Beverly Keadle and Special Guest Nikki Bowman Mills. Mills, a West Virginia native, is the founder and owner of New South Media, which publishes the critically acclaimed WV Living, WV Weddings, Explore, and Morgantown magazines. In January 2015, her company also took over the editorial and design of Wonderful West Virginia magazine. She graduated from West Virginia University and received her master’s degree in Writing from DePaul University in Chicago.
The celebration during the tree’s visit to Romney on November 14 will feature a variety of activities:
- Art for All, presented by The River House
- Enchanting Holiday Tales with Adam Booth, Storyteller
- Enjoy delicious hot cocoa served by the Hampshire County CEOs
- Participate in a toy drive for the HC Sheriff’s Office
- Contribute to a food drive to support local families in need
- Delight in festive tunes and caroling performed by WVSDB Students, Harmony Show Choir, The Cat & The Fiddle Music School, the Hampshire High School Band & the Honeybee Community Choir.
- Explore community booths from organizations like the Hampshire County Arts Council, Hampshire County Co-Op & Heritage Marketplace, Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad/North Pole Express, WV Youth DEP, Hampshire County Community Foundation, Hampshire County CEOs and the GFWC of Romney.
“We feel deeply privileged that the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree will be making a stop in Hampshire County on its way to Washington, D.C.,” shared Tina Ladd, Executive Director of Hampshire County CVB. “Our entire community is eagerly anticipating the chance to be a part of this national gift and the happiness it will bring to our local community this holiday season.”
This event is free and open to the public.
The tree’s journey is possible with the generous support of presenting sponsor 84 Lumber along with Kenworth Truck Company, Werner Enterprises, Hale Truck and Trailer, Spireon, WCHS ABC 8/FOX 11, Verizon Frontline, Society of American Foresters, All Crane & Equipment Rental, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Truckload Carriers Association, AHF Products, Bruce®, Armstrong Flooring™ and Robbins® flooring brands, Great West Casualty Company, Warwood Tool, LexisNexis VitalChek Network, Inc. and more.
The top priority is the safety of tour staff, event attendees, and the tree; local public health guidelines will be followed. We ask the public to be aware of the large truck’s substantial blind spots, wide turns, and longer stopping distances on our roads as they welcome the tree to their communities.
For more information on the Romney event, visit ComeToHampshire.com. For news, events, and tour information, visit uscapitolchristmastree.com, @uscapitolchristmastree on Facebook and @uscapitolchristmastree on Instagram, and @MonongahelaNF on Facebook.
October 9, 2023