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The three-day Labor Day weekend is here, which means there’s tons to do at Shenandoah and around Winchester. Take a look at our weekend events to see how much fun you can have with us!

All Weekend

Vaden Campus Commons (VCC) Pool – Extended hours!
The VCC Pool will have extended hours for the Labor Day weekend.

  • Friday, Sept. 1, 3-7 p.m.
  • Saturday, Sept. 2, noon-7 p.m.
  • Sunday, Sept. 3, 2 p.m.-7 p.m.
  • Moday, Sept. 4, noon-7 p.m.

Pool users should contact the VCC Hotline prior to using the pool to ensure it is open. The hotline is (540) 773-1132.

Friday, Sept. 1

Knockout Basketball Tournament
Friday, Sept. 1 | 5 p.m. | Vaden Campus Commons (VCC) Basketball Court
Show off your basketball skills and outlast your competitors in this fast-paced competition. Students will shoot free throws and attempt to make it before the person in front of them to eliminate the competition. The last person standing will win that heat. This drop-in event begins at 5 p.m. Check out the full

Field Hockey vs Washington & Jefferson
Friday, Sept. 1 | 6 p.m. | Aikens Stadium
Check out our Top 25-ranked field hockey team in action as it takes on Washington & Jefferson.

Game Night
Friday, Sept. 1 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Game Room
Relax and connect with friends over card and board games with snacks in the Brandt Student Center Game Room. If you want something a bit more active, cornhole boards will be set up, too. No registration required. For more information, contact Dahlia Ashford at dashford@su.edu.

Saturday, Sept. 2

Green Circle Coffee Walk
Saturday, Sept. 2 | 9 – 11 a.m.
Explore the scenic walking trail from campus through Old Town Winchester, stopping at various locally owned coffee shops on the way. Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) student staff members will guide everyone along the trail. Students are responsible for their own purchases during this event. The group will meet in the patio area between Shingleton & the Brandt Student Center at 8:45 a.m. For additional information, contact suoutdoors@su.edu.

Apple Picking at Marker Miller Orchards
Saturday, Sept. 2 | 10 a.m. – noon
Step away from campus and get your first taste of fall! Join us for pick-your-own apples at . Registered students will get a bag to pick apples and a fresh apple cider donut! Food trucks and market items will be on site. Transportation is available for the first 12 students to indicate need. Registration is required. before Friday, Sept. 1. Questions? Contact Alex Johnson at alexandra.johnson@su.edu.

Football vs Methodist
Saturday, Sept. 2 | 1 p.m. | Glo Fiber Field at Shentel Stadium
Cheer on the football team at its first home game of the season and enjoy the sounds of the ĻӰ Marching Band as it takes to the field for the halftime show.

Open Mic Night
Saturday, Sept. 2 | 8 – 10 p.m. | Brant Student Center, Hornet Grill
Showcase your talent! Share spoken word works, a hidden talent, or even your musical skills. A mic and speakers will be set up for all to enjoy.

Sunday, Sept. 3

Cool Spring Hike
Sunday, Sept. 3 | 10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Take advantage of what is expected to be a gorgeous day and venture out to ĻӰ’s River Campus at Cool Spring Battlefield for a guided, beginner-level hike with amazing views. Students will meet at the pavilion at the River Campus at Cool Spring Battlefield (1400 Parker Ln., Bluemont, VA 20135) prior to 10 a.m. Students must pre-register for this hike by completing the . The guided hike will depart promptly at 10 a.m. The drive is about 25-30 minutes from Winchester to the River Campus.

Sunday Chapel
Sunday, Sept. 3 | 11 a.m. | Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall
Drawing on elements that are ancient and emerging, diverse and unified, safe and challenging, artful and thoughtful, and playful and profound, this dynamic worshiping community of students, faculty, and staff gathers every Sunday in the chapel at 11:30 a.m. Doors open at 11 with free coffee, tea, and other breakfast-y treats for all who attend! Prelude starts at 11:15. Communion will be served at noon on the first Sunday of each month. Contact University Chaplain DeLyn Celec at dcelec@su.edu or Chaplain Ian Urriola at iurriola@su.edu for more information.

Lunch with Spiritual Life
Sunday, Sept. 3 | 12:15 p.m. | Allen Dining Hall
Immediately following the Sunday Chapel service, please join Spiritual Life Student Worker Jolonnie Reed for lunch in Allen Dining Hall. If you do not have a meal plan swipe available, lunch is on Spiritual Life! Contact jreed191@su.edu for questions.

Field Hockey vs Johns Hopkins University
Sunday, Sept. 3 | 1 p.m. | Aikens Stadium
Check out our Top 25-ranked field hockey team in action as it takes on Johns Hopkins University.

Residence Life Field Day
Sunday, Sept. 3 | 1-4 p.m. | Intramural Field
The Residence Life Field Day will be held behind the Brandt Student Center on the intramural field. Participated in kickball, dodgeball, and relay races. For more information, contact Zyquis Triplett at ztriplet19@su.edu.

Yoga With Nicole
Sunday, Sept. 3 | 6- 7 p.m.| Shingleton Gymnasium
Join Nicole for yoga to start your week off right! Connect breath with movement to create balance in the body and mind. Postures are sequenced to help strengthen your muscles, improve flexibility, and tune into the rhythm of your body. All levels are welcome! Participants are encouraged to bring water and a mat as limited mats will be available. For more information, please contact recsports@su.edu.

Batik Painting
Sunday, Sept. 3 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Brant Student Center, front patio
Learn this unique painting style and make artwork modeled after the Malaysian Batik method of fabric painting from someone who experiencedit first-hand in Malaysia! Create original decorations for your room or apartment. Supplies will be provided and are limited; please sign up by contacting Jolonnie Reed atjreed191@su.edu.
Monday, Sept. 4

Explore the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley (MSV) Walking Trails
Monday, Sept. 4 | 10 a.m. | Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
Step out to enjoy Mother Nature and some fresh air by walking the trails at the MSV. These walking trails feature beautiful scenery, art installations, and miles of walking through fields, woods and wetlands. Feel free to meet the group at 10 a.m. at the MSV (901 Amherst St., Winchester, VA 22601).Don’t forget to dress comfortably for the weather with recommended sunblock, shades, comfortable shoes and bug spray. The physical activity level is for beginner or intermediate walkers. Please by midnight on Sunday, Sept. 3. Questions? Contact Yolanda Gibson at ygibson@su.edu or Heather Bambara at heather.bambara@su.edu.

Stream Cleanup
Monday, Sept. 4 | 1- 3 p.m. | Sarah’s Glen
Wear some clothes you are okay with getting dirty, throw on some sunscreen, and enjoy the afternoon cleaning up the banks of Abrams Creek. Meet at Sarah’s Glen. Work gloves will be provided. Contactdcelec@su.edu for more information.

AMC Matinee: ‘Strays’
Monday, Sept. 4 | 1:40 p.m. |
Get off campus and enjoy a few laughs! Take in Will Ferrell’s new movie “Strays” at the Apple Blossom AMC Theatre. Meet inside the theater at 1:15 p.m. to get your ticket provided by Student Affairs!! Also, a group will walk to the theater from the Vaden Campus Commons (outside Buzzins) at 1 p.m. to reserve your spot!!

Polka Dot Pot Painting
Monday, Sept. 4 | 2 – 4 p.m. | Brandt Student Center, Room 123, Borden Student Associations Center (aka BSAC)
Time to get crafty! Join Polka Dot Pot for ceramic pottery painting in the BSAC from 2-4 p.m. on Sept. 4. Pick a mug or pot to send to the kiln! Registration is encouraged as spots are limited. before Friday, Sept 1. Questions? Contact Alex Johnson at alexandra.johnson@su.edu.

East Campus Commons (ECC) – Open Play – Sand Volleyball & Tailgate Games
Monday, Sept. 4 | 4 – 6 p.m. | East Campus Commons Sand Volleyball Court
Does your team need some practice before the Intramural Sports season, or do you just want to come out and hit the ball around? Come out to the ECC sand volleyball court for some open volleyball, cornhole, spikeball, and KanJam. This is a drop-in event and no pre-registration is needed. If you love these types of events, check out similar ones hosted by throughout the semester.

Pilates w/ Kaitlyn
Monday, Sept. 4 | 6- 7 p.m.| Shingleton Gymnasium
Join Kaitlyn for Pilates to end your long weekend cool, calm and collected! Pilates is a fun full-body workout that promotes strength, balanced muscle development, flexibility, posture, and range of motion. It is perfect for all levels of fitness, from the absolute beginner to the varsity athlete. It is a low-impact mat class that works the core, upper body, lower body, and back of the body all in a one-hour workout! For more information, please contact recsports@su.edu.

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