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Happening soon: Serenity Service on the Winchester Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:
- Where will Winchester’s blues fans toast the New Year at midnight?
- Will this Lebanese wine dinner be Winchester’s most immersive food night?
Also on today's calendar: Serenity Service and 9 more events.
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Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: Windy and very cold, with a high of 27 and low of 15 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
- Monday: Very cold, temps: high: 27, low: 18.
- Tuesday: Clouds and sun; not as cold, with a high of 40 and low of 26 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Terry Oates and The Mudcats Live in Winchester December 31 (thewinchestergazette.com) — Winchester music fans can ring in 2026 with Terry Oates and The Mudcats at Backseat Events Center on Wednesday, Dec. 31, starting at 8 p.m. The 21+ show features opener Rusted Blue, a seated venue with limited tickets, and a midnight champagne toast to welcome the new year.
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• Seven-Course Lebanese Wine Dinner at Byblos January 25 (thewinchestergazette.com) — Winchester food and wine lovers can reserve a spot now for a seven-course Lebanese wine pairing dinner at Byblos Winchester on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. The evening runs 6–9 p.m. at Creekside Station with guided wine tastings, traditional Lebanese dishes, a vegetarian option, and a live belly dance performance, with early bird and standard tickets sold online.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Winchester
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- PolicyMakers Series - 2026 Pre-Legislative Briefing
The George Washington Hotel , 103 East Piccadilly Street , Winchester
11:30 am - No Business & Breakfast for December
Top of Virginia Regional Chamber , 407 S Loudoun St , Winchester - WASHRM Winter Social
Winchester Country Club , 1300 Senseny Rd , Winchester
5:00 pm - Business after Hours Mixer | The George Washington - A Wyndham Grand Hotel
The George Washington - A Wyndham Grand Hotel , 103 E. Piccadilly Street , Winchester
5:30 pm - Rotary Club of the Northern Shenandoah Valley
Region's 117 (Skyline Room) , 180 Bald Eagle Dr , Lake Frederick
6:00 pm - Serenity Service
2161 Brucetown Rd, Clear Brook, VA, 22624
7:00 pm - Antique Silver & Brass Restoration Services: THURSDAY 10-4
6830 Elm St, Suite 9, McLean, VA, 22101
10:00 pm - Esports Open House
The Youth Development Center , 302 South Loudoun Street , Winchester
6:30 pm - Big Hair, Bright Lights & Spank the 80's
Backseat Events , 114 Full House Drive , Winchester
8:00 pm - Bitcoin Brunch
Water Street Kitchen , 2 S Loudoun St , Winchester
10:00 am - "Silent Was The Night" A Christmas Cantata
Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 2732 Martinsburg Pike, Stephenson, VA, 22656
3:00 pm - Christmas Eve Service
2732 Martinsburg Pike , Stephenson
7:00 pm
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
Sunday December 21
Wednesday December 24
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I made these 3 pillows from children's t-shirts.
I think they'd make a nice gift for some child (or adult) who likes animals and I am hoping to donate to someone. If you are interested or know… (Nextdoor Carlisle Heights) - Lost Cat named Gertie, a 6 year old tortoise shell female cat lost on 10/27/25 from Malloy Toyota (400 Weems Ln) WAS SPOTTED IN WOODED AREA AT INTERSECTION OF DOUGLAS AND HILLMAN 2 SATURDAYS AGO.
PLEASE KEEP LOOKING FOR HER. If you spot Gertie or know of her whereabouts, please contact her FurMommy, Susan, 518-569-1747 Thank you so much for… (Nextdoor West Winchester)
- The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Warehouse Maintenance Associate in Winchester. Apply here.
- Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Clean Up in Winchester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Winchester here.
🗞 Nearby News
Stephens City
- Multi-County Response Contain Warren County Garage Fire (thewinchestergazette.com)
Berryville
- Wood girls top Sherando for Hall's first win (winchesterstar.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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