written by Dirk Wyckoff, Membership Chairman

The June 2 Warrenton First Friday opened under sunny skies, with temperatures near 90 and a welcome breeze—perfect weather for a lively evening on Main Street. As always, our committee had a strong presence, sharing the friendly face of the county Republican Party while offering voter information and engaging with the community. Our red balloons, mini-flags, hand fans, and other giveaways delighted children and parents alike and helped spark many warm conversations.

A special highlight was having Republican candidate for the U.S. 10th Congressional District, Dave Beckwith, with us for most of the evening, giving him a great opportunity to meet voters across the community. Throughout the event, we shared information about the upcoming primary, promoted our candidates and values, and invited people to connect with our committee. Our merchandise was also a success, especially the new USA 250^th Birthday T-shirt and ball caps, with sales totaling nearly $400 to support future efforts. Many thanks to the 12 stalwarts who made our participation such a success, and to the Fauquier and neighboring county residents who took time to visit with us.