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GLEN DALE The historic Cockayne Farmstead’s annual World War II Weekend is slated Saturday and Sunday in Glen Dale. Most of the activities will be centered in the area of John Marshall High School from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. The event features military vehicles, children’s […]
The second annual World War II Weekend will take place at John Marshall High School on Sept. 9-10. There will be a number of events to see and do. Those attending will be able to check out the World War II Camp to learn from re-enactors what a soldier would have experienced during the war. […]
The historic Cockayne Farmstead is gearing up for its annual World War II Weekend, an event featuring military vehicles, children’s activities, a swing dance and more, on Sept. 9-10. Most of the activities will be centered in the area of John Marshall High School from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to […]