MANARC’S 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Calling all golfers, from beginners to seasoned pros! We invite you to tee off on April 7, 2025, at the beautiful Meadows Farm Golf Course located at 4300 Flat Run Rd, Locust Grove, Virginia. With a shotgun start at 8:30 am, you’ll have a fantastic day of golf, camaraderie, and fun! This is not just an opportunity to play—it’s a chance to make a difference! Businesses are welcome to support this wonderful event by becoming sponsors. All proceeds will go towards the incredible work of Leashes of Valor and Blue Star Mothers of Fredericksburg. Grab your clubs, gather your friends, and be a part of this impactful day—let’s make great memories while supporting our community! See you on the greens! Whether you’re part of a team of four, looking to join as an individual, or interested in sponsorship, we’d love to hear from you! For inquiries, please contact Deborah Franks at manarc2014@gmail.com.
Player Registration or Sponsorship: HTTPS://manarcgives.godadysites.com
About the Event:
Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure and camaraderie on the water! Our event offers a wide range of adaptive watersports activities tailored to the needs and abilities of wounded veterans and their families.
Activities Include:
Family-Friendly Fun:
Bring your family and share a fantastic day with a supportive community! While veterans participate in watersports, families can enjoy games, activities, and relaxation by the shore.
Contact Information:
For more information or assistance with registration, please contact carly@adaptivewatersports.org.
Join us as we celebrate the courage and resilience of individuals with disabilities and their families with a day of excitement, laughter, and shared experiences on the water!
*Some restrictions apply for adaptive waterskiing based on participant size and equipment availability
***Advance purchase is NECESSARY for this event. We will not be selling tickets at the door.
Ho Ho Ho!
The holly-jolliest pub crawl in Downtown Fredericksburg!
For a $70 donation, our supporters/Santas will join us at 6+ downtown restaurant/bar stops, dressed in their most festive red holiday outfits for drinks, appetizers, 50/50 raffle, live music, and holiday festivities!
Complimentary Santa hats gifted to all who participate, along with a complimentary drink at each location and appetizers at select locations. Must be 21+ to participate.
Participating locations will be revealed in an email to registered Santas on December 2nd!
This year we are shaking things up! Like the Grinch’s heart, SantaCon has grown and we are excited to share the changes for 2024:
Please wear warm, red, festive outfits and comfortable shoes!
We want all our Santas to return to the North Pole safe and sound this holiday season. Please plan ahead! Whether it be an Uber, Lyft, designated driver, or a friendly elf with a sleigh, it is important to us that you stay on the nice list and make it home safely!
If choosing the designated driver option, please CLICK HERE to review a map of Downtown Fredericksburg parking.
If you have any challenges walking to each location, please email info@bbbsfred.org so that we may accomodate you.
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All proceeds go toward Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Fredericksburg’s mission to provide mentors for children in the community. Thank you for being a Defender of Potential!
Step VA’s 2nd annual Gala, featuring ELBY BRASS
This is a scenic ride of 78 miles to help raise funds to assist with medical and funeral expenses for the family of Ben. This event is hosted by Brotherhood on Wheels CMC .
The CVMA is an Association of Veterans from all branches of the United States Armed Forces who ride motorcycles as a hobby. As a registered 501(c)(19) veterans’ charity, the mission of the CVMA is to support and protect those who have defended our country and our freedoms; Vets helping Vets.
This year Bull Run III is CVMA 27-2’s 13th annual fundraiser which will be held on July 20th, 2024 starting and finishing at Full Distance Brewing in Stafford, VA. The first major battle of the American Civil War was the First Battle of Bull Run, the Second Battle of Bull Run occurred just a year later. As an homage to the warriors that came before us, Bull Run III represents the “the mental Civil War,” the battle within. Our efforts in helping Veterans have been concentrated on fighting Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury.
All proceeds from our 2024 Bull Run III fundraiser will go to two local 501(c)(3) organizations Willing Warriors and Leashes of Valor:
Located in Haymarket, Willing Warriors benefits Veterans by providing cost-free retreat stays and programs that assist wounded and ill service members, disabled veterans, and their families to reconnect. In fact, Willing Warriors has given several of our own members and their families immeasurable steps towards their path to recovery through a stay at the Warrior Retreat.
Located in Fredericksburg, Leashes of Valor provides highly-trained service dogs to post-9/11 veterans to help with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI) or military sexual trauma (MST), an underlying trauma to PTSD. Whenever possible, they source dogs from animal shelters and rescue organizations.
Huzzah! Step back in time at Historic Kenmore’s Colonial Fair. Be enchanted by Peter Gardiner’s magical conjuring and laugh along with Professor Horn’s Punch and Judy Show. Engage in colonial art lessons, relish interactive games, and soak in the musical atmosphere of Colonial Faire. This event offers a captivating blend of historical performances and immersive activities, promising a day of enchantment and discovery for all attendees, young and old alike!
ADMISSION
$15.00 – adults
$7.00 – students (ages 6-17)
Free – ages 5 & under
Easter egg hunt, visit with the animals, kids’ activity, pictures. Outdoor event, dress for the weather and wear boots.
Newly Formed democratic Breakfast Club
Saturday, February 24
Still a few tickets left
9 AM – 11 AM
Great American Buffet
1780 Carl D. Silver Parkway, 22401
The Fredericksburg democratic Breakfast Club is a newly formed non-partisan organization dedicated to informing voters about issues and candidates in our region. All are invited to attend and connect with your neighbors in our shared goals to stay informed and engaged. Please join us for coffee and conversation. No-Host buffet for $13.99 or just grab a cup of coffee and join us. Speakers begin at 9:30 and end at 10:30. The venue only accommodates 60 people, so please register to attend. February 24th will feature Eugene Vindman and Margaret Franklin, candidates for the 7th Congressional District. Register here
https://www.ubmeevents.com/event/76f47358-7d37-4c6a-a43c-cb109ee4566a
Agenda
9:00-9:30 -Social Half Hour.
9:30-9:50 -Overview of the 7th Congressional Race – Marty Davis & Shawn Kenney, FXBG Advance On-Line Newspaper
9:50-10:10- Margaret Franklin, Board of Supervisors, Prince William County, Candidate for the 7th Congressional District.
10:10-10:30 – Eugene Vindman, Candidate for 7th Congressional District
10:30-11:00 -Social Half Hour
The remaining candidates for the 7th will join us on March 23 or April 27
Here is the link to register
https://www.ubmeevents.com/event/76f47358-7d37-4c6a-a43c-cb109ee4566a
Get ready to ShamRock and Roll at the ShamRockabilly Swing event on Sunday, March 17th! Join the Downtown Dolls, the Silver Tones Swing Band, The Silver Belles: vocal trio of the Silver Tones Swing Band and Dancefxbg: Lindy In the ‘Burg for a memorable evening at the Inn at the Old Silk Mill filled with dinner, dancing, music and more, all in support of the Lisa Pitts Eley Cancer Foundation.Brompton Community School in Fredericksburg is hosting its third annual “A Taste of Brompton” fundraising event on April 27, 2024. This event will feature a wine tasting, a live and silent auction, music and student-created art. All funds raised at this highly anticipated event are directly invested into the students and their experiences at BCS.
The Great Train Race will return to downtown Fredericksburg, VA on May 5th 2024! This is one of the largest timed kid’s races on the east coast. Young runners get the rare opportunity to compete in a race just for them.
The race starts near the Fredericksburg Train Station and runs through historic downtown. Runners finish at the City Docks. Runners and families are invited to the Race Festival located in the commuter lot behind the Train Station for awards, music, vendors, and treats.
The race consists of 3 events for kids under 18:
The Express and George Dashington will be chip timed races. The Caboose Run is a fun run and will not be timed.
Celebrate George Washington’s 292nd birthday at his boyhood home, with fun activities for the whole family!
Meet and take a selfie with “George Washington,” participate in our annual stone throwing contest, play colonial games, and eat birthday cupcakes – while supplies last.
Guests will enjoy several educational stations throughout the Ferry Farm property, take an abbreviated Washington House tour, engage with archaeologists, historians, and other experts to learn about Ferry Farm, the Washington family, and the enslaved people who lived here.
Parking on-site. No pets allowed at this event.
Events will be ongoing from 10am-3pm, while tickets last. Purchase a ticket for arrival time beginning on the top of every hour.
Advanced ticket purchase highly recommended as time slots are limited. Purchase tickets for arrival times beginning at the top of every hour. Time slots:
10-11:00
11-12:00
12-1:00
1-2:00
2-3:00
Admission
$5.00 – adults
Free – students (ages 6-17)
Free – children (ages 5 & under)
Plus processing fee.
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be canceled, and refunds issued.
Ferry Farm
268 Kings Highway
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
Questions? Email learn@gwffoundation.org
or call 540-370-0732 x11.
Do You. . .
Then you NEED to check out Rappahnnock Toastmasters! Our diverse and dynamic members offer a supportive setting for anyone looking to hone their effective speaking and leadership skills!
At our Open House on January 16, experience a typical meeting, with live speeches and real-time supportive feedback, network with new people, and enjoy refreshments! Visit our website to register!
When debt isn’t holding you back, nothing can stop you from living the life of your dreams. Take control of your money with Financial Peace University. This 9-session course will meet on Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 PM beginning January 11 at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. Using Biblical wisdom and common sense, you’ll learn how to tackle budgeting, pay off debt, and make your money work for you. Cost: $79.99 per family. Register and find more information at fpu.com/1161914.
GriefShare provides comfort and support for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This 13-week course will meet on Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 PM beginning February 22 at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. The sessions combine video-based teaching with honest discussion to create a safe place to move from grief toward healing. The class is free and includes a workbook. Childcare is also available. Register and find more information at griefshare.org/groups/178757.
An American Battlefield Trust Generations Event brings families together for an experience of history! You’re invited to gather your recruits—kids, grandkids, neighbors, and friends—and come be inspired by stories and activities from the Revolutionary War.
Registered adults and kids will have the opportunity to check-in and explore the Washington House and grounds from 1pm to 5pm on their own, and then gather for the program and activities from 2pm to 4pm.
250 years ago, American colonists – including George Washington – felt frustrated by British taxation and began to discuss uniting in common cause. Within a few years, the American Revolutionary War had begun, and Washington would eventually lead the Continental Army and its allies to victory, creating and defending the United States. The Generations Event will explore the causes of the conflict, Washington’s life and army, and the Declaration of Independence through exciting activities and interactive programs!
Charge toward independence as we learn to march, toss tea toward Boston Harbor, sign with a quill pen, wear a tricorn hat, listen to Revolutionary music, and re-discover details about the road to Revolution and George Washington’s life and leadership.
The event is free and open to all who come with someone of another generation; registration is required to waive admission costs to the historic site! The ideal ages are 6-17. The program and activities will be from 2pm to 4pm. Registered adults and kids will have access to the Ferry Farm grounds from 1pm to 5pm for on-your-own exploring.
Featuring:
• 1773 – The Boston Tea Party
• George Washington prepares for Revolution
• The school of the Revolutionary War soldier
• Signing Revolutionary documents
• Revolutionary War music
• Family Fun!
Notes:
– This event is FREE and open to all who brings someone from another generation.
– No admission costs to Ferry Farm for registered attendees!
– Registration is required.
– Guardians must accompany the child they brought to the event.
– Check-in is required as you arrive at Ferry Farm and enter the grounds gate. (Look for signs to guide you to this check-in location!)
– Please wear appropriate footwear and be prepared for inclement weather.
The Stafford Warriors Baseball Team is looking for golfers and sponsors to help fund our Cooperstown Dream Park Tournament in late spring/summer 2024. This is a once-in a lifetime opportunity for our 12-year-old kids only to play against other kids from around the country.
The Now and Then Doll Club of Fredericksburg presents a Doll Show and Sale. The Now and Then Doll Club is affiliated with the United Federation Of Doll Clubs, a non-profit organization. The event will have vendors selling antique to modern dolls, teddy bears, doll clothes, accessories and doll furniture. The special guests are the Doll Doctors. Bring your dolls for repair. Lunch will be available. Free parking. Information available about the UFDC and the Now and Then Doll Club.
Help keep Spotsylvania beautiful with the third annual Fall Community Clean-Up Day on Saturday, November 4. Join your friends and neighbors as we work together to pick up roadside litter across the county. Bags, pickers and safety vest will be provided. **Pre-registration is required!** Register September 11-October 27, 2023. To register contact Lizzie Shores at eshores@spotsylvania.va.us or (540)507-7540.
Girls on the Run Piedmont is excited to celebrate 10 years of empowering girls!
Join us for our 1st ever Sneaker Soiree!
This semi-formal event (but leave the high heels at home and wear some great sneakers) is a not to be missed event celebrating the women in our community as we raise funds to help provide shoes and scholarships for even more girls.
In 10 years, Girls on the Run Piedmont has served over 1600 girls and has NEVER turned a girl away due to her ability to pay the registration fee. The maximum registration fee per girl is $150, but the average family pays about $93, coupled with the rising costs of everything, the actual costs per girl exceed $400 each season.
There is also a higher need than ever for running shoes to allow girls to participate safely. Girls on the Run Piedmont provides nearly 50 pairs of high-quality running shoes to girls every year.
Join us for this inspiring event that includes dinner, custom wine glass, inspiring messages, dancing, 360 photo booth and more.
Win prizes for your most original sneaker!
When debt isn’t holding you back, nothing can stop you from living the life of your dreams. Take control of your money with Financial Peace University. This 9-session course will meet on Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 PM beginning September 14 at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. Using Biblical wisdom and common sense, you’ll learn how to tackle budgeting, pay off debt, and make your money work for you. Cost: $79.99 per family. Register and find more information at fpu.com/1161914.
GriefShare provides comfort and support for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This 13-week course will meet on Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 PM beginning September 14 at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. The sessions combine video-based teaching with honest discussion to create a safe place to move from grief toward healing. The cost is $20, which includes a workbook. Childcare is also available. Register and find more information at griefshare.org/groups/172032
A two-session self-defense course just for women is coming to Ebenezer Church in Stafford this August. In partnership with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, Ebenezer will offer Systems of Self Defense for women ages 12 and up on Saturday, August 5 and Saturday, August 12 from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM. The course increases awareness and overall safety through lecture, discussion, and hands-on training in realistic self-defense techniques. The cost is $25. Lunch will be provided. To register or learn more, visit ebenezerumc.org/event/systems-of-self-defense or call 540-659-1349.
Humane Society of Northern Virginia and Beagle Rescue Education & Welfare are hosting the first “Pets 4 Life” walk/run to raise funds to support homeless pets.
Enjoy a nice walk or run through the park on rolling trails and blacktop knowing your participation helps us save more pet lives!
Sign up at https://humanesocietynv.org/events. For additional information, email christylynn0269@gmail.com
The Downtown Dolls presents Rock – A- Billikens Pinup Contest. Benefiting Old Dominion Humane Society.
Live music by Cha Cha’s Cadillac
Sigh-up for Pinup Contest 6:30-8:30pm
Pinup Contest 8:45pm
Drink Specials
50/50 Raffle
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Prizes
Join the Rappahannock Choral Society for “Oh, What a Beautiful Morning” a concert of songs celebrating Spring, including “June is Bustin’ Out All Over”, “Gonna Rise Up Singing”, and “A Wonderful Day Like Today”.
Location: Chancellor High School (6300 Harrison Road)
Saturday June 10th at 7:00 PM and Sunday June 11th at 3:00 PM.
Tickets are $10, $5 for Seniors (60+), and Free for Students. Tickets are available at the door and through the website, www.rappahannock-choral-society.org.
Join the Rappahannock Choral Society for “Oh, What a Beautiful Morning” a concert of songs celebrating Spring, including “June is Bustin’ Out All Over”, “Gonna Rise Up Singing”, and “A Wonderful Day Like Today”.
Location: Chancellor High School (6300 Harrison Road)
Sunday June 11th at 3:00 PM
Tickets are $10, $5 for Seniors (60+), and Free for Students. Tickets are available at the door and through the website, www.rappahannock-choral-society.org.
When debt isn’t holding you back, nothing can stop you from living the life of your dreams. Take control of your money with Financial Peace University. This 9-session course will meet on Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 PM beginning June 15 at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. Using biblical wisdom and common sense, you’ll learn how to tackle budgeting, pay off debt, and make your money work for you. Cost: $79.99 per family. Register and find more information at fpu.com/1161914.
Spin the spinner, beat the clock, skip ahead, level up, and play to win! Through games of all kinds, children will learn that Jesus guides them through all the TWISTS & TURNS of their lives. It is never “game over” with Jesus! Our main Bible verse for the week is Psalm 25:4, “Make your ways known to me, Lord; teach me your paths.”
Our VBS is for children aged 4, who are potty-trained, through completion of fifth grade. Early registration is now open and runs through May 31st. Each participant who is registered by May 31st will collect ten tickets at Monday’s check-in which can be redeemed at the VBS Store on Fairview Friday Family Fun Night! Regular registration will continue through June 19th.
After our weeklong VBS in the morning, we will celebrate sharing the Gospel and all that has been learned during the week with Fairview Friday Family Fun Night. VBS families are invited to a hot dog dinner, and VBS children will enjoy an inflatable obstacle course, a bounce house, VBS store, and much more!
Check-in begins at 8:30 AM daily. VBS is Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM-12:30 PM.
1204 American Legion Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
05/31/2023 | 02:00 PM – 06:00 PM
Note: Give May 20 to 31 for a Red Cross beach towel, ltd qty, and Seattle trip chance! rcblood.org/team
Reserve your spot at: Schedule a Blood, Platelet or Plasma Donation | American Red Cross (redcrossblood.org)
Annual Fallen Heroes 5 Miler race on July 4, 2023.
Link to register: https://runsignup.com/fallenheroes5miler_signup
https//:theheartleafcenter.org
Heart Leaf center Non profit providing therapy for Children with Mental Health Issues.
Tournament to raise funds for familes needing financial assistance.
The Heart Leaf center is registered as a 501[(c)(3) non-profit Organization
Meeting the demands of our fast-paced lives can leave us feeling disconnected, depleted, and overwhelmed. In contrast, Jesus says, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10, ESV). Are you living the abundant life that Jesus speaks of?
We invite you to address this question at our Wellness Workshop: Understanding Anxiety, Depression & Stress on Saturday, May 6 from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. Join Christian Counselor Keith Priest for informative discussions about neuroscience, coping mechanisms, and the intersection of our relationship with Christ and mental health. Our conversations will illuminate the many ways in which faith can bring healing into every area of our lives. This event is open to ages 12 and above, and the cost is $10, which includes lunch and childcare. Register at ebenezerumc.org/wellness or call 540-659-1349 for more information.
Understanding how to establish and maintain healthy boundaries can help you find balance in challenging relationships and thrive in all areas of life. Beginning April 13 at 7:00 PM, Christian Counselor Keith Priest will lead a 9-week study of Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Dr. John Townsend and Dr. Henry Cloud at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. This study explores what the Bible says about boundaries and how to implement them. Not sure if this class is for you? Ask yourself these questions: Do you have problems saying no? Can you set limits and still be a loving person? Are you in control of your life? Do others take advantage of you? If you’re not at peace with your answers, consider joining us. Together, we’ll address these concerns so we can reflect more of Jesus’ love into the world, while learning that it’s okay to love ourselves by establishing boundaries. For more information, visit ebenezerumc.org/boundaries or call 540-659-1349.
Come explore how [un]Conventional Homeschooling can be at this year’s resource event, the 2023 VaHomeschoolers [un]Convention. Gather with your fellow homeschoolers as you enjoy the speakers in the comfortable, theater style Robins Family Forum, with a keynote by the celebrated Jeanne Faulconer. For a more interactive experience, head upstairs to the Classrooms to attend one of the informative and interactive workshops. Then head to the Halsey Family Hall to shop and interact with a wide variety of homeschool resources designed to help you develop, refine, or explore new ways to homeschool!
Don’t forget to take a break for lunch, hit up the food trucks on site and grab a picnic blanket on the beautiful green or explore the museum’s exhibits (included in the registration). Organization of Virginia Homeschoolers (VaHomeschoolers) is proud to be Virginia’s only fully inclusive, member-directed, volunteer-driven, non-profit statewide homeschool organization. Our sole intent is to support all and this year’s [un]Convention is no different!
Come hang with us and explore all the ways homeschooling is [un]Conventional!
*The Museum of History & Culture is not a sponsor for this event
Ebenezer Church is excited to once again be a host site for the IF:Gathering Women’s Conference on March 3 & 4. IF:2023 is a two-day event that gathers women from all over the world to get equipped, be inspired, and discover the next step in their calling. The event takes place on Friday, March 3 from 6:30-10:30 PM and Saturday, March 4 from 9:30 AM-5:00 PM at 161 Embrey Mill Road in Stafford. The cost is $30. Registration is now open, so invite your friends and prepare to be uplifted and challenged by an all-star panel of speakers. For more information, visit ebenezerumc.org/if
Join us for the 29th running of the Great Train Race. The Great Train Race will return to downtown Fredericksburg, VA on May 7th 2023! This is one of the largest timed kid’s races on the east coast.
The race starts near the Fredericksburg Train Station and runs through historic downtown. Runners finish at the City Docks. Runners and families are invited to the Race Festival located in the commuter lot behind the Train Station for awards, music, vendors, and treats. Young runners get the rare opportunity to compete in a race just for them.
The race consists of 3 events for kids under 18:
The 1-mile Express for ages 6 to 17
The 1/2-mile George Dashington for ages 10 and under
The 1/4-mile Caboose Run for ages 5 and under
The Express and George Dashington will be chip timed races. The Caboose Run is a fun run and will not be timed.
Join us for our Annual Booster Bingo! We will have 13 Bingo Rounds with amazing prizes valued around $200 each. Ten rounds are included, 3 additional rounds will be sold the night of the event. We will have a 50/50 Drawing, Silent Auction, and Raffles for various smaller items valued around $25+. Concessions will be available. Both Cash and Card will be accepted. All proceeds benefit our Sports Programs. We would love to see you there! Tickets are available online only at www.ticketspicket.com. Doors open at 5pm, Bingo begins at 6pm.
The Heppe Chiropractic 15K follows the historic downtown streets to the Heritage Trail and the Canal Path with the race ending in downtown Fredericksburg. A post-race awards ceremony will be held at Water’s End Brewery. Fredericksburg area runners have been longing for a 15K race. The Heppe Chiropractic 15K is part of the Fredericksburg Area Running Club’s Coldwell Banker Grand Prix series.
Empowerhouse is a nonprofit, 501(C)3 Virginia accredited domestic violence program serving Fredericksburg, Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. We have provided services to the community for 37 years. We continue to have many helping and educational programs offered throughout the community including our secret shelter, a 24-hour hotline (540-373-9373), victim advocacy, children’s services, support groups for victims, teens and children, Spanish language and culturally relevant services, transition in-place housing assistance, court advocacy, accompaniment to court and healthcare visits, teen dating violence prevention, as well as batterer intervention programs. Their mission, to empower survivors of domestic violence and their children to believe in themselves and build new lives filled with dignity, respect, safety and hope; and vision: to create a diverse network of community members working together to promote safe relationships, homes and communities, remain the same.
Create a holiday-themed “room box” that you can display during Kenmore’s A Wee Christmas Dollhouse & Miniatures Show or as part of your holiday décor at home! Expert instruction and all room box materials are provided during the workshop. You’ll also receive instructions, ideas, and resources to make additional room boxes at home. The workshop is fun for imaginative crafters and creators, ages 8 to 98! WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FEE Advance registration required, space is limited. $20.00 per person, ages 8 and up. Plus processing fee.
Learn about the surprisingly active nights of 18th-century early America by attending our annual Night in Washington’s Day program! During this hour-long program, guests will explore the night sky’s history through constellation stories well-known to early Americans, learn about (and see!) historic lighting technology inside Kenmore’s candlelit dining room, and witness actors portray two enslaved women using nighttime to plan an escape in a dramatic theater scene. This special program is not a full tour of Historic Kenmore, but rather a glimpse into part of the past. The tour begins and ends at Historic Kenmore’s visitor center. Following the program, attendees are invited to sample our selection of teas, and enjoy some cookies too! Two Sessions: 7pm & 8pm ADMISSION: $15.00 – adults $7.00 – students (ages 6-17) Free – children (ages 5 & under) Plus processing fee.
Art Attack Fredericksburg is back for its 9th year and slated for Saturday, October 1. Art Attack is a grassroots event that gets local artists out of the studio and into the city’s streets. By collectively making art in public, participants get to meet fellow artists, share their creative process, and celebrate the local arts community. Artists will be located on the sidewalks and other public spaces throughout the Caroline Street corridor between Amelia and Wolfe Street (600 Block thru 1000 Block) and William Street between Sophia Street and Princess Anne Street (100 block thru 300 block). This event is free for both artists and guests. RSVP at www.artattackproject.com
Courtland High Schools Career and Technical Education Department has come together to offer its first annual CTE Car Show! Multiple vendors, food, and bounce houses will be on sight to offer some family fun! Vehicle Registration to participate in the show in advanced $20, day of $25. To attend, it’s free! Rain or shine, come on out and have a good time!
The St. James Army Vs Navy Hockey Games presented by Veterans Hockey United 20 August 2022 The St. James Hockey Army vs. Navy Day aims to celebrate and connect our military community over a fun day of rivalry, sportsmanship and hockey! A portion of proceeds will go to support Veterans Hockey United (VHU). VHU is committed to connecting veteran, military and first responder hockey players and teams all over the world. VHU provides a positive outlet that fosters camaraderie and competition for our nation’s veterans, connecting players together to speak the same language supporting each other overcoming the trials they face during their time of service. All the while growing the great sport of hockey for our nation’s veterans. *Public skate admission included in Day Pass, skate rental available at an additional cost. Army v. Navy Hockey Day – Saturday, August 20th, 2022
*Discounts are available for TSJ Members and Military Vets & Active Duty Members. For more information, please reach out to hockey@thestjames.com. There will be three games and a public skate for families and friends throughout the day. The games will feature our nations veteran ice hockey players (developmental, disabled, and elite) showcasing their skills as they compete, in one of the most classic rivalries, Army Vs Navy. The players will be representing their respective military branch of service collectively competing on the ice together, taking home bragging rights for the better branch. Special guest puck droppers from the United States Marine Corps, US Army and US Navy, also to include Washington Capitals National Anthem singer Caleb Green, broadcasting by Hockey Live Stream MVP, and bagpiper performances from the local DMV area. For information on the event and to purchase your tickets please visit https://www.veteranshockeyunited.com/. Please see https://youtu.be/rdCPs48V66w for content on mission and history of Veterans Hockey United. Veterans Hockey United is dedicated to growing and connecting veteran ice hockey players and teams from all over the world. Introducing players to teams and teams to players. All in collective efforts to provide a positive outlet that fosters competition, resiliency, and connectedness as they and their families cope with the struggles they faced during their time of service. We achieve this by promoting, hosting, and participating in large scale ice hockey events and tournaments all over the world. Providing a stage for our nations vets to showcase their skills and connect with like minded individuals who speak the same language. Collectively we aim to reduce the growing statistic of veteran suicide and eliminate the negative stigma of seeking mental health support. Timothy Hanson VHU Navy – Head Coach veteranshockeyunited@gmail.com 571-235-9560 www.veteranshockeyunited.com
Looking for a trail run that benefits Veterans and First Responders that serve our communities? You’ve found it! RUN BIG LAND Toughness GROOVE 10.7K Trail Run is a timed, 10.7K (see what we did there?!) trail race in Montross, Virginia. Proceeds benefit the 501c3 nonprofit 10-7 at Big Land! Beginning at the old “Self Homestead’s” back farm field, meandering through farmland and forest, and ends right back where you started! Only want to run a 5K? You can do that too! One loop of our course will bring you in right at 5.35K. You will follow forested cut trails, forested roads and experience some challenging up and down hills for a 1,400 feet in elevation gain. Trail shoes are definitely recommended and want to bring those trail poles? Not a bad idea. Be prepared for the best top male and female finisher awards! But if you aren’t them, you’re going to get some prizes too! And don’t forget the “Dirty Beaver Award” mud never looked so good and the most mud and dirt gets “The Dirty Beaver Award”. Since we are the best race ever and we have Miss. Biggy Beaver, look for places to take selfies (old toilet bend, the saw mill and more), and the best part…She leaves swag all over the place! Don’t forget that green(money)! We plan to have some local food trucks, drinks, 10-7 at Big Land SWAG and Toughness Groove SWAG for purchase. This is our first annual trail run! We are so happy you will be joining us! Our test trail run was a success in early March and we hope we have worked out all the kinks to make this an amazing experience for everyone involved! 100% of the proceeds go to projects at 10-7 at Big Land (www.ten7bigland.com) benefiting the making of memories and moments for our veterans and first responders and those that have served our nation’s communities. For example, building an ADA compliant cabin for our disabled members. https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Montross/RUNBIGLANDToughnessGROOVETrailRun
Join us on the lawn at Historic Kenmore as we screen 1776, starring William Daniels. This movie adaptation of the Broadway musical is a retelling of the American Revolution’s political struggle in the Continental Congress to declare independence. This family-friendly film is the perfect fall evening event situated on the grounds of a historic 1775 site owned by the sister and brother-in-law of George Washington. Gates open: 6:00 Movie Starts: 7:30 Bring a picnic, your favorite movie snacks, chairs, and/or blankets for this special screening. ADMISSION: $10.00 – adults $5.00 – students (ages 6-17) Free – children (ages 5 & under)
Calling all Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts! George Washington and his sister, Betty, learned how to dance to gain the skills required by 18th-century society. Did you know? Dancing involves good communication and even teamwork to be successful! You can dance in the footsteps of George and Betty by completing the Brownie Girl Scout Dancer badge with The George Washington Foundation, learning some 18th century moves that he and Betty would have learned too. How did George Washington (and his siblings) tell time, do math, and predict the weather without 21st-century technology? Learn some of the math skills GW would have learned to figure out all those things (and more) by completing the Junior Girl Scouts Numbers in Nature badge with us at Historic Kenmore! 10am-12pm Brownie Girl Scouts 1pm-3pm Junior Girl Scouts Each program includes a tour of Historic Kenmore. Price: $10/scout; $5/adult Space is limited; pre-registration is encouraged. Participants are welcome to picnic on the grounds before or after the program.
Participants can tour the Washington House interpreted by Abbie Castillo (using American Sign Language). Before or after the tour, participants are encouraged to explore the grounds, garden, and Visitor Center galleries. Tour times are 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Reservations are encouraged as space is limited. Please arrive to Ferry Farm 10-15 minutes before your tour begins. You will check-in at the Visitors Center, where staff will welcome you. ADMISSION: $12.00 – adults $6.00 – students (ages 6-17) Free – children (ages 5 & under) Plus processing fee.
The 12th Annual Go For Bo 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run and Tot Dash is coming to Stafford Regional Airport September 17! Come “Glow” for Bo in a 6:00 PM sunset run benefiting the lifesaving work of Helping Children Worldwide in Bo, Sierra Leone. Entry is $25 for the 5K, $22 for the 1-Mile Fun Run, and $20 for the Tot Dash. Music, food truck, and special activities for kids begin at 5:00 PM. All participants will receive a performance race shirt. Register or make a donation at goforbo.org. For more information, call 540-659-1349.
Join the fun, frivolity and contests in Beaverdam, VA, on the Fairgrounds of the Ladysmith Ruritan Club, Saturday, June 4th, from 10am-6pm. The Nashville recording artists Chris Ryan Band will be performing sets throughout the day, Team Carolina BBQ, Maria’s Apple Cider Doughnuts, D’Water Ice D’lights and The Lucky Duck Food Truck will be selling a variety of great specialty foods and snacks. But we also have events. Hurry and sign up to be the Grand Champion BBQer of Caroline County, winning a trophy and cash prize, by entering our BBQ Competition. Do you fancy yourself as an eater, not a cooker? We have two food eating competitions with Trophies and Prizes from the Pie Eating Contest to the Hot Dog Eating Contest. All information and sign-ups are available on LadysmithRuritan.com! If that wasn’t enough, and it isn’t, there is the Marketplace on the Fairgrounds. From Flea Market style set ups, to entrepreneurs, crafts, homemade goods, food and more, all in Marketplace row. Again, if you have some things to sell, or products you represent, there’s a space for that, all with online sign up and check out on LadysmithRuritan.com that also gives you details of the day’s activities. You want more? We have it. How about something for the kids? A Bounce House, coloring stations, mini contests and field games. We will have a dunk tank, with some very special guests hoping on the plank for you to send to a watery plunge. Yes, Ladysmith Ruritan’s are well known for their Polar Plunge, this plunge could be just as fun. Bring a lawn chair, make a day of it. Cold Beer, Wine, Water will be available. Why this event is important to us? Because the Ladysmith Ruritan Club, like all of our Ruritan brothers and sisters, use proceeds of these events to help those less fortunate, celebrate those who give a little more, by infusing investments into the local community. We have supported Food Banks, local organizations, families, provided scholarships and this coming year will house The Caroline County Dramatic Society, Drive-In Movies, Craft Demonstrations, Camp Overs, Bingo events, and Octoberfest and Ren Faire weekend, a young people’s fishing tournament on our lake, along with all of the events you already know us for. We are going to give our children and adolescents a safe environment to unplug from their devices and engage in fun with their new friends in a peaceful, safe, environment. We’re even looking for sponsors, also on the website. Please help us help our Community. LadysmithRuritan.com
What: Cornhole Tournament Where: Billikens Smokehouse, 623 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 When: June 12th 2022, check in starts at 2 pm, first throw at 3 pm Cost: $30 for a team, $15 for an individual, venmo @RappRugbyWomen or pay via our website Website: https://rappahannockrugby.com/ Why: This fundraiser helps us cover the costs of fields, referees, and other costs associated with playing rugby. If you wish to receive a receipt for your payment for tax purposes, please send an email to womenstreasurer@rappahannockrugby.com requesting one.
The Fredericksburg Area Service League (FASL) would like to invite you to join us for our annual Derby Bash! We’ve partnered with Brock’s Riverside Grill to host Fredericksburg’s exclusive Kentucky Derby event to benefit FASL’s signature programs and community partnerships. Each ticket includes heavy hors d’oeuvres with a Kentucky Derby flair, 1 drink ticket (additional cash bar available), and a “front row” viewing for the most exciting 2 minutes in sports! 50/50 raffle tickets are available for purchase, so choose your favorite horse and get in on the action! We have also planned an exciting Silent Auction featuring unique and exclusive gift baskets. The Derby Bash will begin at 5pm and last until 8pm. We can’t Thank You enough for your support of FASL and our fundraising events, especially during these unprecedented times.
Join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship with brunch and cocktails, a silent and a live auction, and games! Invite family and friends to join in on the festivities, all while benefiting St. Patrick School.
This 12-week course focuses on first responders and their spouses who have experienced critical incident stress and trauma as a result of their service and sacrifice. This class combines video-based instruction with honest discussion to help our heroes and their families find healing. Our next course will begin meeting on Sunday, March 27 from 5:00-6:00 PM at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. Free child care is available. For more information, please visit staffordhope.org/reboot-first-responders
The Great Train Race is a youth running race that takes place in downtown Fredericksburg on May 1st. The race has been a FXBG tradition for 28 years. The race is for runners aged 17 and under and will welcome more than 1000 young runners to the area. The event is organized by the Fredericksburg Area Running Club, a 501c3 non-profit. The race supports Loisann’s Hope House and their mission to support families facing homelessness. You can find out more about the race by visiting our website: gtr.runfarc.com.
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 5:30 PM The Howell Branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library, Meeting Room #3 806 Lyons Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22406 Invite your friends and register early to insure your seats. 5:30 PM Meet and Greet: Refreshments sponsored by the club are supplied from the Hub of Hope. A taste of things to come: We’d like to introduce you to the delicious fare of Chef Jessica Wilkins, recently one of the top contestants on Food Network’s Cut Throat Kitchen, and other culinary stars of Hub of Hope. Come experience their wonderful food and learn about opportunities for our club in their event space. 6:15 PM Presentation: “Forbidden Words,” by John Lewis This recorded presentation of the Paxton Paper*, from the 2016 International Association of Torch Clubs Summer Convention, is just as timely today as it was prophetic when it was first presented. In this presentation, John Lewis draws on his experience as a radio broadcast executive, whose family founded Fredericksburg’s WFVA AM in 1939, and later a broadcast chain, to explore linguistic taboos, and how society’s perception of various words changes over time. *The Paxton Award is the highest honor for a published paper in Torch. 6:45 PM Discussion The cornerstone of Torch is fellowship, based on mutual respect and love of learning. We meet to feed not only our bodies, but also our minds with stimulating topics, and our communities with open, honest, and considerate dialogue. Seating is limited to 20, register soon to insure a seat!
Divorce can be a traumatic experience, and DivorceCare exists to help in the wake of that trauma. This 13-week course combines video-based teaching with honest discussion to create deep relationships and lasting hope. DivorceCare groups are hosted around the country. Ebenezer Church will host its next session on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM, beginning February 23 at 161 Embrey Mill Road in Stafford. You are encouraged to attend all sessions but may join at any time. Cost: $20 (includes workbook). To register or find more information, please visit https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/142477
When debt isn’t holding you back, nothing can stop you from living the life of your dreams. You can get there; you just need a plan that works. Financial Peace University (FPU) is that plan. This 9-session course will meet on Tuesdays from 7:00-9:00 PM beginning February 15 at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. It teaches you how to: take control of your money, pay off debt, save for emergencies, choose the right insurance plans, invest wisely and build wealth, and give generously. FPU is available with a Ramsey+ membership, which includes all course materials, as well as access to the EveryDollar budgeting app, more on-demand courses, savings and debt payoff tracker, livestream events, and more. To register or find more information, please visit https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/classes/1145998
Come out and see The Amazing Kevin, the magician! Tickets are free, but registration is required due to limited seating. The show is open to all kids in K-5th and their families.
Check-in and refreshments from 4:30-5:00pm. Seating starts at 5:00pm. The show begins at 5:15pm.
Create a holiday-themed “room box” that you can display during Kenmore’s A Wee Christmas Dollhouse & Miniatures Show (taking place December 5-30) or as part of your holiday décor at home! Expert instruction and all room box materials are provided during the workshop. You’ll also receive instructions, ideas, and resources to make additional room boxes at home. The workshop is fun for imaginative crafters and creators, ages 8 to 98!
Currently, masks are required inside all buildings at Kenmore.
WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
Advance registration required. Space is limited.
$20.00 per person, ages 8 and up
plus processing fee
The holiday season can be difficult after separation or divorce, but DivorceCare Surviving the Holidays can help. This two-hour seminar will be held on Sunday, November 14 at 2:00 PM at Ebenezer Church in Stafford. The program includes a video presentation, group discussion, and a Survival Guide full of tips on managing emotions, surviving social events, giving kids a good holiday experience, and finding hope for the future. Go to www.divorcecare.org/holidays/events/37056 to register for this encouraging seminar. The cost is $5. For more information, please visit ebenezerumc.org/events or call 540-659-1349.
Go For Bo with Ebenezer Church! The 11th Annual Go For Bo 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run and Tot Dash is coming up October 2-9. This year’s race is a hybrid event: participate in person at 161 Embrey Mill Road in Stafford on Saturday, October 9 at 8:00 AM or virtually from anywhere you choose October 2-9. Proceeds support the lifesaving work of Helping Children Worldwide in Sierra Leone. Entry is $22 for the 5K, $20 for the 1-Mile Fun Run, and $10 for the Tot Dash. Your dog can even run with you for just $5! All participants will receive a performance race shirt. Register or make a donation at goforbo.org. For more information, call 540-659-1349.
Family Changes Everything is a free virtual concert event celebrating the power of family and featuring music by Jeremy Camp, Lauren Alaina, Caleb + Kelsey, and more. This is a free event, but viewers will also have the opportunity to support the work of Bethany Christian Services. 100% of the proceeds from Family Changes Everything will be allocated to help children and families right here in Virginia and will support programs in our community like Refugee Relief Services and Safe Families for Children. Register to attend this free event at bethany.org/family, or call us to find out how you can host your own watch party at 540-373-5165!
Central Virginia Battlefields Trust’s 2021 Annual Conference
Back To Our Roots: Celebrating 25 Years of Preserving Battlefields October 8-10, 2021
Join us for a weekend celebrating battlefield preservation victories! We’ll be taking inspiration from the stories of courage enacted on these battlefields over a century and a half ago, and thoughtfully rededicating to the continuing goal of saving places where history happened. We hope you’ll choose to join us for this special event with camaraderie, battlefield exploration, preservation history, and anniversary festivities.
All-Inclusive Weekend Ticket supports battlefield preservation and gives you access to all the planned events on October 8-10, 2021. It will include a Friday evening reception at the CVBT office, battlefield tours, and a picnic lunch on Saturday as well as a BBQ dinner on one of our preserved properties, and concludes with Sunday brunch at Stevenson Ridge with Keynote Speaker, hisotrian A. Wilson Greene.
The Women’s Rappahannock Rugby Football Club is hosting a cornhole tournament on August 22nd at Billikens in downtown Fredericksburg to offset the rising cost of sports. The Cornhole Tournament costs $30 for a team of 2 but if you want to play and don’t have a partner, it’s $15 and we will randomly assign you a partner. Our grand prize is a “Taste of Fredericksburg” gift basket. This basket will include donated items from the different local businesses in the area to provide awareness for some of the smaller shops and restaurants. Some examples of the items in the basket are a bottle of wine, a pint of ice cream, a watercolor painting, a few gift cards to restaurants, and drink vouchers.
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