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  • President’s Lecture Series: Civic Leadership in a Divided Era: How State Governments in Partnership with Universities Could Build Solutions

    Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix, former president of Shepherd University, created this distinguished lecture series for the campus and community, and it became a cornerstone of the Lifelong Learning Program. The series continues to be a valued collaboration between Lifelong Learning and the Office of the President, and we are pleased to carry this tradition forward […]

  • Book Signing + Author Discussion: Andrew K. Clark in conversation with Allison Gunn

    Join us for an evening of conversation about Andrew K. Clark’s newest release, HOLLOW FOLK. He will be in conversation with Allison Gunn, local Appalachian Horror author of “Nowhere.” Book signing will follow the discussion; both authors’ books will be available for purchase at the store. The night shift at the Holloway was supposed to […]

  • Recent Reads: “Hazel Says No” by Jessica Berger Gross

    Welcome to Recent Reads, the book club for those who want to stay on the cutting edge of the literary world! We focus on the freshest stories, diving into works by award-winning authors that have been released in the last five years. If you love discussing books that are making waves, pushing boundaries, and setting […]

  • Pages of PRIDE: “Bed and Breakup” by Susie Durmound

    Together, we will read LGBTQIA+ books across all genres and engage in lively discussion about the characters, themes, and impact of stories that shape our understanding of identity, expression, love, […]

  • Blazing Saddles

    A Shepherdstown Film Society presentation Blazing Saddles (1974) Directed by Mel Brooks. 2026 marks Mel Brooks’ 100th birthday — join us for this screening of one of his milestone films. […]

  • Banned Books Book Club: TBD

    Welcome to The Banned Book Club! This discussion-based book club is open to all ages and anyone who believes in the power of the written word. Expect bold conversations, fresh […]

  • Forgotten Authors Book Club: TBD

    Join us for an evening of literary rediscovery at the Forgotten Authors Book Club. Expect thoughtful discussion, good company, and the kind of conversation that lingers long after the last […]

  • Supper Club Book Club: TBD

    Some stories make you hungry. Some make you nostalgic. Some make you want to pour a drink, settle in for the evening, and talk about it with friends. Come gather […]