Author Archives: Marcy McCann

About Marcy McCann

Marcy McCann writes in various forms including an online column Adventures along Route 11, a collection of observations about her travels along Virginia’s historic corridor. Currently (for the third and final year) the Interim Fair Manager of the Shenandoah County Fair in Woodstock, Virginia, Marcy spends her spare time restoring a 200 year old brick Federal home in neighboring Strasburg. The first in her series of children’s books geared to bridging gaps in families undergoing change highlights the positive side of belonging to a stepfamily.

Art Sale -Home furnishings – Ann Harrison’s Studio Closing

Art sale and moving sale rolled into one. July 16th in Front Royal VA. Highest quality furnishings and art and art supplies. Continue reading

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Giving Thanks with Family and Friends

The real meaning of Thanksgiving Day for me is being able to express the appreciation I feel for friends and family, for the blessings that have been apparent even when my eyes were closed to them. That is the gift … Continue reading

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Being a good student can be fun too.

For P&G, it began with a Super Bowl ad last February that introduced its brand character, the Old Spice Man. Played by shirtless baritone Isaiah Mustafa, a handsome, former NFL wide receiver with a polished comedic sense of timing and … Continue reading

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Corks! They deserve another life too. Recycling efforts come to MyWholeFamily

Now we do even more positive things with the addition of cork recycling. One more way to have a greener art buying center. Continue reading

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Sharing the household chores? Remember to say thank you!

Laundry is a lot of work!!! Now the kitchen is too of course and the mess is right in your face if its not kept up…but sorting, washing, moving to the dryer, getting it out, folding it up so a person can come along and wear clean clothes is a “JOB”. Continue reading

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Good people doing good things. Sing for Hope project.

Artist Luke Jerram and charitable organization Sing for Hope were a find that brightened my day. Play me I’m Yours lets people around the world play pianos placed throughout New York City and many others. Continue reading

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Doug Miller of the Strasburg Chamber of Commerce featured on WSVG Radio

Doug Miller speaks with Marcy McCann about drawing tourists to the Shenandoah Valley. Listen to Marcy McCann interview artists, authors, activists and all around interesting people for WSVG and WAMM radio stations in Virginia. Continue reading

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Chelsea’s Tree makes a great gift from grandparents.

Chelsea’s Tree activity book for blended families. Amazon sales are steady with many grandparents purchasing as a gift for new blended family members. Continue reading

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Police Department in Waynesboro Virginia Books Kids

Our cause is to highlight the connection between illiteracy/poor reading skills and crime rates. Besides our annual Book ‘Em event, which we are working to spread to select locations around the world, I have started about half a dozen literacy programs that I’m working to spread to law enforcement agencies around the world. Continue reading

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An Wine female carpenter speaks with Marcy McCann

An Wine a delightful and talented woman with exceptional carpentry skills is featured on Marcy McCann’s community contributor spots for WSVG and WAMM radio stations in Virginia. Continue reading

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