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Coronation of
Queen Shenandoah
The Coronation of Queen Shenandoah is one of the oldest and most notable
traditions of the Apple Blossom Festival. The Festival’s naming
of the Queen and her court remains one of the first indications that
the annual Festival will soon begin.
Many Winchester residents and their guests recall with delight the magnificent
pageants produced for so many years by the late Dr. Garland R. Quarles.
Pageants were held on the steps of Handley High School and schoolchildren
throughout Winchester’s schools performed for the Queen, her court
and guests.
This
traditional Royal Command Performance is still performed for the Queen
and is presented in her honor by The Handley Singers. The Coronation
and Performance will be held on Friday, May 2, at 2 p.m., in the Handly
High School auditorium.
The Coronation Ceremony is presented by The Winchester Star.
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