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Fredericksburg Foodways: Past and Present
718 Venue 718 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesCommunity Conversation with Dr. Gaila Sims and Chef Joy Crump, moderated by Tramia Jackson, Director of Learning at Mount Vernon. The history of food provides an intimate glimpse into the lives, labor, and relationships of Fredericksburg residents, past and present. Food serves as an accessible, engaging entrance into the history of Fredericksburg, a city that […]
Spring Farmer Roundtable Discussions
The Marshall Center 8800 Courthouse RoadStarting Thursday, February 1, 2024 and lasting twice monthly until Thursday, April 18, 2024 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Spotsylvania County Extension Office The Marshall Center: 8800 Courthouse Rd. Spotsylvania, VA 22553 Cost: Free Attend in-person sessions where producers can discuss hot topics with each other, along with words from partner organizations. Examples […]
2nd Annual Groundhog Day Fundraiser
Irish Eyes 725 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VirginiaWill Fredericksburg Philomena see her shadow? Come see at 11:30 AM! The 2nd Annual Groundhog Day Fundraiser is 11 AM-5 PM in front of Irish Eyes on Caroline Street!
Fredericksburg Area Museum Announces Exhibit Extended: Closing Reception Scheduled
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesThe Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) will be extending the popular exhibit, SEEN: Viewing the Work of African American Artists of Fredericksburg through February 2nd, 2024. The museum has welcomed over seven thousand visitors since the exhibit opened in March of 2023. A closing reception for the exhibit will be held for First Friday on February […]
Galentine’s Night Out
Fredericksburg Visitor Center 706 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesCome to Downtown Fredericksburg on Friday, February 2nd for the Fredericksburg Main Street – Galentines Shop Crawl. From 5:00-9:00pm, stroll through downtown with your girlfriends and enjoy fun activities, sample chocolate, sip some natural wine and more. Event check-in will begin at 5:00pm at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center located at 706 Caroline Street. Once you […]
Changing the Landscape: New Wayside Panels in the City of Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesOpening Reception and Guided Trolley Tour 1:30 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Area Museum Free and open to the public, tickets on Eventbrite, light refreshments As part of larger citywide efforts to tell a more complete story of our community, the FAM has partnered with the City of Fredericksburg to develop new wayside panels showcasing diverse […]
Eagle Tour
Caledon State Park 11617 Caledon Road, King George, VA, United StatesFeb. 3, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The bald eagle, America's great comeback icon, soars wild and free over the Potomac River. Come learn about the biology and history of the eagle and why so many can be found at Caledon. We'll take a ride to the river, where we aim to watch eagles as they soar and […]
Snowball Fight Melee
Virginia Credit Union Stadium 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesPre-registration is required. Admission: $3 per person or $5 for two people. Register online at fxbgparks.com. Held snow or shine, children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The snowball fight will be a free for all melee event. We will have a kids area for children 10 and under to […]
Great Lives Lecture- George Washington
Dodd Auditorium George Washington Hall, University of Mary Washington, FredericksburgGeorge Washington Lecture Date: February 6, 2024 The Roxanne M. Kaufman Lecture Young George Washington was raised by a struggling single mother, demanded military promotions, caused an international incident, and never backed down--even when his dysentery got so bad he had to ride with a cushion on his saddle. But after he married Martha, everything […]
Great Lives Lecture- Mary Lumpkin
Dodd Auditorium George Washington Hall, University of Mary Washington, FredericksburgMary Lumpkin: Enslaved Woman, Liberator Lecture Date: February 8, 2024 The Virginia Partners Bank Lecture Born in Virginia in 1832, Mary Lumpkin lived much of her young life in a slave jail in Richmond known as Lumpkin’s Jail, where she was forced to have the children of her enslaver, the slave jail owner Robert Lumpkin. […]
REC Scholarships
Two $2,5000 and fifteen $1,000 scholarships from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative will be awarded to high school, college, and technical school students on February 9, 2024. Apply now at https://myrec.coop/scholarships.
Puppy Love Yoga
Old Dominion Humane Society 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksksburg, VAJoin the littlest residents of Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) for “Puppy Love Yoga” at the rescue center in Fredericksburg at 6 p.m. on Friday, February 9. The session is open to the public, and guests will have a chance to check out the puppies as they enjoy playtime. Individuals will then participate in an […]
Caroline Community Theatre presents John Cariani’s ALMOST, MAINE
Caroline Community Theatre 7278 Ladysmith Rd, Ruther Glen, VA, United StatesCaroline Community Theatre is excited to announce that tickets are on sale for ALL Shows of their performance of John Cariani’s ALMOST, MAINE. CCT has partnered with HUB OF HOPE Caterers, Cuppa Cheer Tea Room to create show themed experiences at our Dinner and Brunch Shows that you don’t want to miss! All shows feature […]
Valentine’s Concert “Romantic Fantasies”
Lifepoint Auditorium 1400 Central Park Boulevard Fredericksburg 1400 Central Park Boulevard, fredericksburg, VA, United StatesValentine’s Concert “Romantic Fantasies.” Bring on the winter heat with our Valentine’s Concert “Romantic Fantasies.” Here we feature music that is built on love, legend and fantasy, beginning with the iconic William Tell Overture by Rossini. How about An American in Paris by Gershwin? Yes! We’ll also perform the mythical Firebird Suite by Stravinsky, and conclude with Rimsky-Korsakov’s masterpiece, Scheherazade. And we won’t forget that special tribute to […]
German Shepherd Adoption Event
Petsmart Central Park 1421 Carl D. Silver Pkwy, FredericksburgVirginia German Shepherd Rescue has an adoption event scheduled at PetSmart in Central Park in Fredericksburg. Volunteers will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to talk about the breed, the rescue, and what it means to volunteer and/or foster.
ODHS “Be Mine” Adoption Event
Spotsylvania Towne Centre 137 Spotsylvania Mall Dr, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesOld Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) will bring the littlest residents to the “Be Mine! Adoption Event” at Spotsylvania Towne Centre from 12 Noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 10. The puppies will be located in the mall near the front entrance (where Santa photos are taken).
Changing the Landscape: New Wayside Panels in the City of Fredericksburg – Trolley Tour
Fredericksburg Area Museum 907 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA, United States1:30 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Area Museum Free and open to the public, tickets on Eventbrite As part of larger citywide efforts to tell a more complete story of our community, the FAM has partnered with the City of Fredericksburg to develop new wayside panels showcasing diverse histories. Dr. Gaila Sims, Curator of African American […]
Conflict, Migration, and Early Settlement of the Northern Neck
University of Mary Washington Dahlgren Campus 4224 University Drive, King George, VA, United StatesDuring the earliest decades of English colonization of the Chesapeake, the Potomac River Valley was a politically complex borderland between the colonies of Virginia and Maryland and Native American tribal groups. In this enlightening talk, Dr. Barbara Heath explores the significant ways in which life on the borderland shaped the development of the Northern Neck […]
Audition Announcement for Caroline Community Theatre’s production of MOONGLOW
Caroline Community Theatre 7278 Ladysmith Rd, Ruther Glen, VA, United StatesCaroline Community Theatre is excited to announce in-person and virtual auditions for our final show in the 2024 season, Kim Carney's MOONGLOW. Also, anyone interested in Tech, Set, Props, Front or Back of House, Costuming, or any other volunteer postions you are invited to attend. (Non-paid, Non-union)
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division Career Fair
Fredericksburg Convention Center 2371 Carl D Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United StatesAre you ready to take the next big step in your career journey? We're thrilled to invite you to our highly anticipated upcoming Career Fair, where opportunities abound and connections flourish! At NSWC Dahlgren Division, we believe in fostering talent and empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking new […]
