Warren Coalition

03/06/2026

It's going to be hard to go offline when we have so many fun activities happening this weekend, but we're doing it! You can still sign up to join us (and qualify for prizes!) until 5:59 pm Saturday night! https://warrencoalition.org/wc-gdu/

We hope to see you around town this weekend!

03/06/2026

We love our community! 🥰 You all are amazing!

MORE INCREDIBLE COMMUNITY SUPPORT! We have one-day pool passes from Warren County Parks and Recreation, one-day parking passes from Shenandoah River State Park, and gift certificates to Explore Art & Clay! Want to get in on these prizes? Sign up to unplug this weekend and spend time at community events and our local businesses! The link to sign up us in the comments!

03/06/2026

Did you catch our Town Talk with Mike McCool at the Royal Examiner two weeks ago? We didn't even know all the events that would be taking place this weekend during Warren County Unplugged 2026, because to our surprise, even more have been added! If you're a video person, check it out: https://royalexaminer.com/ready-to-unplug-warren-coalition-challenges-community-to-put-down-the-phone/

If you just want to go straight to the latest schedule, check the link in the comments. Remember to sign up to be eligible for up to $150 in gift cards!

The Warren Coalition is inviting the community to put down their phones, even if just for a few hours, during this year’s Warren County Unplugged event, part of the Global Day of Unplugging set for March 6–7. Executive Director Christa Shifflett and Deputy Director Celeste Brooks recently sat do...

03/05/2026

What a humbling occurrence, that we had SO much community support for this weekend's unplugging events, we couldn't even tag everyone in one post! Thank you all for putting so much love into our community and demonstrating that every person matters!

03/04/2026

Here's some information about the Friday events scheduled for Warren County Unplugged Presented by Warren Coalition!

Youth Unplugged Party with Warren Coalition, Warren County Parks and Recreation, Young Life Warren County, Scouting America, Play Favorites, and Warren County Virginia Sheriff's Office.
465 W 15th Street, Front Royal

5:30 pm–All grade levels (and family members) meet up at the 15th Street Gym for the Youth Unplugged Party! The first 200 people will receive a slice of free pizza (courtesy of Warren County Parks & Recreation)! Limit one slice per person; other concessions will be available for sale after the free pizza is gone.

6:00 pm–Ceremonial “turn off the phones” moment with a countdown and celebration! Ages 12-18 will remain in the gym for volleyball, 9-square, friendship bracelet making, basketball, a scavenger hunt, a gaga pit, and other activities! Meanwhile ages 4-11 and their parents will head to the Senior Center (accessible through the gym) for Bingo, the Quiet Game, games, and crafts! Learn more.

Scottish Ceidlidh at Samuels Public Library
330 E Criser Rd, Front Royal
6:00-8:30 pm Kick off your unplugged time with this ticketed fundraiser of fiddlin’ fun with the Sean Heely Celtic Band! Learn more.

Karaoke & Pizza with Reaching Out Now at Raymond E. Santmyers Student Union & Activity Center
200 E. 8th St, Front Royal
5:30-7:00 pm If the activities at the Youth Unplugged Party aren’t your favorites, maybe Karaoke is more your style! Register online.

Hyper Bowl Party at Royal Family Bowling Center
11 pm to 1 am
430 Remount Road, Front Royal
For the young at heart, come out and try the craziest form of bowling ever invented–it looks like a combination of pinball and bowling! For once, you may WANT to hit the sides to increase your score, but watch out for the red sections!

03/04/2026

We are set up at the first One Stop Resource Fair of 2026! This one is at Samuels Public Library and goes to 3 pm. If you stop by our table and sign up to unplug with us for Warren County Unplugged Presented by Warren Coalition this weekend, we will double your entries in the prize drawing! Come on by!

03/04/2026

We are overwhelmed by the support of our community! Y'all are truly amazing! Are you signed up to unplug with us this weekend? It only takes a few minutes, and you could win up to $150 in gift cards!

🤩More amazing gift cards from local businesses for Warren County Unplugged 2026 and Youth Unplugged Party 2026! Thank you to Castiglias of front royal official, White Picket Fence, Gifts and More, and Our Hometown Diner! We appreciate your support!

How can you win some of these incredible prizes? Sign up to unplug this weekend! The link is in the comments! 👇

03/03/2026

Calling all video producers ages 11-14 who live in Warren County! Want to win a $125 gift card? The Health Video Contest is now open! Get your creative juices flowing and submit a 15- or 30-second video about one of four topics:
1. Getting Quality Sleep
2. Drinking Enough Water
3. Eating Healthy/Proper Nutrition
4. Exercising Regularly

Submit your masterpiece by March 27th to https://warrencoalition.org/health-video-contest

Remember to make sure you have good audio! We've seen some incredible videos over the years that didn't win just because the sound was poor. Send us a message if you have any questions. Good luck!

03/02/2026

Are your kids working on their art submissions for the Phoenix Project art exhibition this weekend? Are your elementary school students working on their Unplugged Bingo Cards to bring to the Youth Unplugged Party 2026 Friday Night? Warren County Unplugged Presented by Warren Coalition 2026 is almost here! Let's get ready for some awesome phone-free fun!

03/01/2026

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03/01/2026

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