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Gamer Oasis is a video game store, hobby shop, and hang-out spot that was started in November 2014 in Harrisonburg, VA. more
After meeting in 2014 on a trail run outside of Harrisonburg, VA, Jose and David quickly learned they both shared a love for coffee and enjoyed the challenge of sourcing green coffee from countries far away and roasting it for their friends and family. After kicking around the idea for a few years, they took the plunge and set out on an adventure of starting Chestnut Coffee Roasters. more
We named our specialty coffee company “Merge” because we are two families from different cultures and backgrounds that have combined our talents and gifts to build something bigger than ourselves individually. In 2017 we purchased a tiny little 1lb roaster and dove headlong into learning the craft. After A year and a half we started selling online and eventually opened our first cafe in Harrisonburg, VA. What started as friends having fun has blossomed into a passion for responsibly sourcing coffees from around the world and expertly roasting them. Visit our second location in downtown Harrisonburg! more
Through all genres of the fine, visual, and performing arts, the mission of Arts Incarnate is to seek and experience Beauty, Truth, and Justice through the Arts. more
It’s that time of year again! The Friendly City Fortune raffle is entering its fifth year of giving contestants fabulous prizes and funding downtown programs. With each ticket giving you TWO chances to win cars, getaways, and cash with proceeds benefiting Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance, entering the raffle really is a win-win. Are you still on the fence about whether the raffle is a good fit for you? Let’s see if we can change your mind. Here are seven (lucky) reasons why you should consider purchasing a ticket this year. more
Through the inspiring teamwork of Harrisonburg Mayor Deanna Reed and owner of Magpie Diner, Kirsten Moore, Juneteenth will be a celebration for the entire Harrisonburg community. Moore, owner of Magpie Diner, opened the diner in 2020 as an opportunity for the community to connect around food. In addition to being the Mayor of Harrisonburg, Mayor Reed is also a member of The Perch at Magpie and a good friend of Moore's. They struck up a friendly conversation while Mayor Reed was attending a lunch meeting at the diner, Moore wanted to learn more about street closures for events, Mayor Reed pitched an idea for a Juneteenth event. With determination, willingness, and collaboration, planning for Magpie Diner’s Juneteenth Celebration was underway. Councilman Christopher Jones was brought into the event planning, assisting Officer Westhall and Officer Howard in laying out the event’s footprint, shutting down Gay and Liberty Street, and assisting in selecting the music performances. more
Friendly City Inn Bed & Breakfast has cozy, well-equipped rooms with vintage décor, soft and sensuous luxury sheets and pillows, and hardwood floors that provide a charming, relaxed setting and supreme comfort. Its circa-1885 bed & breakfast offers a cherished reminder of the grace and charm of a bygone era. more
Located in the parking lot next to Jack Brown's, Branch's Soft Serve Ice Cream is a delightful dessert food truck. Their premium ice cream features flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, vanilla/chocolate twist, and special weekly flavors. more