🚗🍔 Matchbox Magic at Snow White + Weekend in Winchester

Happy Wednesday, Winstigators!

On Sunday morning shortly before 11 am, I was walking downtown with my wife and son and trying to figure out whether we were in a coffee mood or a beer mood when we bumped into a family friend who was in a big hurry. He was beelining to the Snow White Grill and had to get there when it opened.

Now, I like a Snow White burger as much as anyone, but this had me curious. But when he explained why he had to be there, it made perfect sense.

When I was a kid and my mom would drag me along on shopping trips, she’d bribe me make it worth my while by purchasing a Matchbox car for me. They only cost a buck, I was entertained and she was able to get her errands done in peace; a win for everyone involved. A few summers ago when my parents were cleaning out their house and downsizing, she came across my old collection of cars and gave them to my son. I may or may have not rescued a couple of my old favorites and put them on my nightstand.

And now my son likes Matchbox cars; he plays with my old ones and sometimes when we’re at the grocery store, I’ll get him a new one. They’re still a buck and still magic for a kid.

Anyway, our family friend explained that Snow White Grill had their own limited supply of Matchbox cars and he had to get one. Suddenly the question of “coffee or beer” was ambushed by Snow White sliders, fries and a Matchbox car.

We placed our orders and each asked for a car; mini, die-cast replicas of a 1939 Chevy Sedan Delivery. Moments later, a little old lady came in and took a seat at the far end of the counter and asked for a Matchbox car, too. According to Danny Turner, the owner of Snow White Grill, they’d been selling like hotcakes ever since they announced them on Facebook a few days prior. Danny explained that the former SWG owner had found a box of them upstairs in the adjoining building where various SWG memorabilia had been stored. These SWG cars were made in 2000 for the holiday season and were limited to 1,000 made. Why they never got released back then is a mystery, but they’re here now.

They’re selling for $15 each right now, so if you want a great stocking stuffer for a kid (or a kid at heart!) who loves Snow White Grill and Matchbox cars, head on down to SWG to grab one. And treat yourself to some sliders while you’re at it!

Homes of the Week!

4 beds, 3 baths, 1,840 square feet on .43 acres in Winchester for $374,900.

6 beds, 5 baths, 4,124 square feet on 2.01 acres in Winchester for $699,900.

4 beds, 4 baths, 4,101 square feet on .34 acres in Winchester for $660,000.

5 beds, 4 baths, 3,552 square feet on .35 acres in Winchester for $650,000.

3 beds, 3 baths, 1,978 square feet in Winchester for $514,000.

2 beds, 1 bath, 888 square feet on 2 acres in Clear Brook for $299,000.

3 beds, 2 baths, 1,436 square feet in Berryville for $369,900.

Events and happenings in Winchester and the surrounding territories this weekend:

Friday, December 5th:

West Oaks Farm Market, Winchester - Western Swing Dance Night, 6 PM

Typewriter Studio, Winchester - Teen Clay Art Club

Winchester Book Gallery, Winchester - Author Event: Beth Macy - Paper Girl, 5 PM

Hometown Holidays in Berkeley Springs, Berkeley Springs - Cocoa Crawl in Downtown Berkeley Springs - 8th Annual!, 5 PM

The City of Charles Town, Charles Town - Charles Town Tree Lighting, 6 PM

Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, Charles Town - The Man In Black: Tribute To Johnny Cash, 8 PM

Check in table @ 15 E. Boscawen Street, Winchester - Santa Pub Crawl — Downtown Winchester, VA, 5 PM

The Veiled Lady Boutique, Williamsport - Annual Christmas Parade, 7 PM

Amani Brewing, Martinsburg - FRIDAY Show: Brewing Up Some Laughter with Marcus Cox!, 8 PM

Backseat Events, Winchester - Cazhmiere @ Backseat Event Center w/Souled Out!, 8 PM

Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Harpers Ferry - Book Signing with Dave Pruett, 12 PM

Funtopia, Charles Town - Miracle on Charles Street, 5 PM

Rose Hill Park, Berryville - Christmas In The Park & Tree Lighting Presented By: Berryville Main Street, 4 PM

Lights on the Lake, Rippon - Lights on the Lake - A Holiday Light Experience in Harpers Ferry, 5:30 PM

Orlean Market & Pub, Orlean - Open Mic / Open Jam, 7 PM

Franklin Park Arts Center, Purcellville - It’s A Wonderful Life, 7:30 PM

MCC Library, Millville - Puzzle Club, 7 PM

Main St, Romney - Annual Cookie Crawl - Christmas in Romney, 4 PM

Ashburn Vol. Fire Station 22, Lansdowne - Santa's Ride through Lansdowne and Ashburn, 6 PM

Quivremont Vineyard & Winery, Washington - Christmas Sip & Gift, 12 PM

Winchester Little Theater, Winchester - A Christmas Carol Thursday and Friday, 7 PM

Adroit Theory Brewing Company, Purcellville - Standup Comedy at Adroit Theory Brewing (Purcellville, VA), 8 PM

Winchester Moose Lodge 1283, Winchester - Shockwave at Winchester Moose!, 7 PM

Four Seasons Books, Shepherdstown - First Friday Candle-Making Workshop at Four Seasons Books, 6 PM

The Sanctuary Wellness Center, Berryville - First Friday Drum Circles with Jona, 7 PM

Bright Box Theater, Winchester - The Local Honeys / Ramona & The Holy Smokes / Rebecca Porter / Abby Hamilton, 8 PM

Saturday, December 6th:

Old Town Winchester Walking Mall, Winchester - Winchester Winter Village, 11 AM

Dividing Creek Beer Co., Winchester - Thrift on Tap, 12 PM

Armstrong Concert Hall, Winchester - Choral Ensembles, 7:30 PM

James Charles Winery and Vineyards, Winchester - A Taste of Philippines Food Truck, 3 PM

Winchester Book Gallery, Winchester - Author Event: Sharon Krasny - Shroud of Ice, 11 AM

Winchester Book Gallery, Winchester - Author Event: Blake Lynch - Hanging the Angels, 2 PM

Main Street Martinsburg, Martinsburg - Christmas on Main, 11 AM

Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, Charles Town - Queensrÿche, Accept in Charles Town, 8 PM

The Homestead Farm at Fruit Hill Orchard, Winchester - Christmas Maker’s Market, 10 AM

Rockingham Cooperative ACE Hardware, Strasburg - Ladies Night Out, 2 PM

Martinsburg-Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce, Martinsburg - How the Grinch Stole Christmas | Free Movie at The Apollo, 4 PM

Kees HVAC & Electric Services LLC, Inwood - A Jolly Good Time: Community Christmas Gathering!, 5 PM

Farmer Johns Market LLC, Leesburg - Farmer John’s Holiday Market, 10 AM

Rankin Fitness Center, Berkeley Springs - 5th Annual Humbug Christmas Bazaar, 10 AM

Theatre Shenandoah - Edinburg VA, Edinburg - Holiday Market, 10 AM

Spring Ridge Farm, Paeonian Springs - A Day Away with Outrun Gravity, 9 AM

Capon Bridge Volunteer Fire Department, Capon Bridge - Capon Bridge Christmas Parade 2025, 4 PM

Created with a Purpose, Stephens City - Christmas Open House, 10 AM

Middleburg Community Charter School, Middleburg - 2025 Breakfast with Santa in Middleburg, 7:30 AM

The City of Charles Town, Charles Town - Charles Town/Ranson Christmas Parade, 2 PM

The Barns at Hamilton Station Vineyards, Hamilton - Grateful Allman Band Experience Live at The Barns, 7 PM

Fleetwood Farm Winery, Leesburg - Santa's Workshop 2025, 3 PM

Pendleton Street, Middleburg - Christmas in Middleburg, 11 AM

Nibblins, Winchester - Marvelous Macaron, 10 AM

Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, Winchester - Adult Workshop: Holiday Wreaths, 3 PM

Sunday, December 7th:

Farmer Johns Market LLC, Leesburg - Farmer John’s Holiday Market, 10 AM

Stitch Needlepoint, Middleburg - Sunday afternoon stitch, 2 PM

Winchester Book Gallery, Winchester - Author Event: Alicia Lewis - The Longest Day, 12 PM

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Harpers Ferry - Yuletide Hike Through History, 11 AM

Lovettsville Game Protective Association, Lovettsville - Christmas Market, 11 AM

Events at Bella Vista, Martinsburg - First Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar, 9 AM

Lost Barrel Brewing, Middleburg - Breakfast with Santa @ LBB, 9 AM

Event by Alice, Martinsburg - Merry Makers Market at the Roundhouse, 3 AM

Four Color Fantasies, Winchester - Four Color Fantasies Pre-Christmas Sale! 10 AM until Midnight!

The Old Lucketts Store, Leesburg - Lucketts Holiday House December 4th-7th, 10 AM

Strasburg Hobbies, Strasburg - Open Bracket Drag Race Points Race 5, 2 PM

The Cider House, Winchester - The Cincinnati Bengals vs the Buffalo Bills: Live at The Cider House, 4:25 PM

Four Seasons Books, Shepherdstown - The Banned Book Club: Perks of Being a Wallflower, 5 PM

The King's Court Tavern, Leesburg - Billyville @ King’s Court, 9:30 PM

Lovettsville Game Protective Association 16 S Berlin Pike, Lovettsville - Lovettsville Christmas Market, 9 AM

Preservation of Historic Winchester, Winchester - Holiday House Tour in Historic Winchester, 12 PM

Wakemans Grove Church of the Brethren, Edinburg - Concert at The Grove: Rockingham Male Chorus, 4 PM

Cana Vineyards and Winery of Middleburg, Middleburg - Candlemaking Workshop with Elementals Soap Co., 1 PM

W. Randy Smith Recreation Center, Inwood - 2025-2026 Winter Series #1 : South Berkeley Christmas 5K, 1 PM

Whites Ferry Brewery, Leesburg - NFL Sunday, 12 PM - 9PM

Ida Lee Recreation Center, Leesburg - Holidays in Leesburg Fine Arts & Crafts Show, 9 AM

La Grange Family Farm, Stephens City - Historic Tea with Art, 2 PM

Winchester Area SPCA Thrift Shop, Winchester - Holiday Tree Jamboree, 12 PM

Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, Winchester - Elves Workshop, 10 AM

Gray Ghost Vineyards, Amissville - Gray Ghost's 32nd Annual Christmas Cork and Cheese, 11 AM

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