A new play written by screenwriter Liz Beachy Hansen '99 and premiering at the Brethren & Mennonite Heritage Center this weekend tells the story of what it was like to live in the Shenandoah Valley on the eve of the Civil War. The hourlong "Rise Up and Follow" takes place this Saturday and Sunday, as well as next Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 20 and 21, every 15 minutes from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

91¶ÌÊÓÆµ held its first-ever Royal Makers Market at the University Commons on Saturday, featuring artwork, crafts, and books for sale from more than 35 vendors.

91¶ÌÊÓÆµ's Power, Systems & Justice course (CORE 300) hosted a panel on the history of Harrisonburg's Northeast Neighborhood at the Student Union on Thursday evening. 91¶ÌÊÓÆµ History Professor Mark Sawin, Harrisonburg Mayor Deanna Reed, City Councilwoman Monica Robinson, and Deputy City Manager Amy Snider served on the panel.

Inspirational, odds-defying guitarist to headline gala concert

91¶ÌÊÓÆµ/Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival Gala ConcertDate: Friday, Nov. 7Time: 7 p.m.Location: Lehman Auditorium (1191 Park Road, Harrisonburg, VA)Cost: Free, with suggested donation of $10-$20Livestream: 91¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€™s Facebook page (facebook.com/EasternMennonite/live) As a ... read more about Inspirational, odds-defying guitarist to headline gala concert