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YOUR COMMUNITY EVENT 2009
3/1/2009 to 3/28/2009 "Powerful & Fragile Earth" Art Exhibition The Fredericksburg Center for the Creative Arts (FCCA) presents "Powerful & Fragile Earth" during March 2009. This all media, juried exhibit will be featured in the FCCA Frederick Gallery, 813 Sophia Street, Fredericksburg, VA. The VCU Thesis Show of Eric May will be on display in the FCCA Members’ Gallery. Shows run 1–28 March with a First Friday Opening Reception on 6 March from 6-8:30pm. The exhibits are free and open to the public daily from 12-4pm (except Tuesday and Wednesday when the gallery is closed). FCCA is also open from 11am-4pm on Saturday. For more information contact FCCA at 540-373-5646. FREE 813 Sophia Street
3/6/2009 A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, times varying but within 6 to 9:30 pm. FREE Old Town
3/7/2009 Mark Twain Society of Virginia Dinner/Lecture Cash bar beginning at 6:00pm. A presentation by MTSV president: Twain 101. Four course dinner and wine follow. Visit kenmoreinn.com for details. $ Kenmore Inn at 1200 Princess Ann Street
3/7/2009 Warm your toes by the fire and enjoy gourmet soup and crusty bread. It's March Madness for crying out loud! Fee includes souvenir glass, tours and tasting. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (540) 895-5085. Reservations for food are required $ 5621 Courthouse Road
3/8/2009 21st Annual Fredericksburg Big Band Concert The Fredericksburg Big Band & Vocalists perform your favorite tunes. 2:00pm - 4:00pm Dodd Auditorium University of Mary Washington Free and open to the public! FREE Dodd Auditorium
3/13/2009 to 3/14/2009 Concert by Encore, the UMW Show Choir 7:30 p.m.; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium FREE University of Mary Washington
3/13/2009 to 4/24/2009 Exhibition, "Mind and Metaphor" "Mind and Metaphor: Psychology and Symbolism in Mid-Century Painting"; Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 p.m.; Ridderhof Martin Gallery FREE University of Mary Washington
3/14/2009 Bring the family. Parade followed by Irish music, dance, a magician, and a visit to the Shamrock Facepainter. Corned beef, cabbage, potato meal $5 (presale), proceeds to local vol. fire and rescue squad. FREE 3321 Dill Smith Dr.
3/14/2009 to 3/15/2009 Wear your green all weekend long and celebrate your favorite Irish traditions with Irish music, special Irish cuisine on our Bistro menu, and our annual Leprechaun toss with prizes! May the luck of the Irish be with you! $ Potomac Point Winery
3/14/2009 to 3/15/2009 Bowl for Kids Sake, Big Brothers Big Sisters This is the largest fundraising event held by RBBBB each year generating an average of over $65,000 annually for the agency. In these times of questionable grant and corporate funding, it is a fabulous thing that the agency can count on this secure source of community support as each year, hundreds of people join together to raise money, contribute goods and services, promote the event, and come together on three different event days to have fun and support the growth of our programs. There are many sponsorship opportunities for companies. In addition, the agency will be soliciting prizes as well as teams of four (friends, family members and co-workers) to raise money by collecting pledges. Please contact Lisa Bales at 540-371-7444 or lisabales@rbbbs.org for more details. $ Massaponax Liberty Lanes
3/15/2009 Celebrate the Fredericksburg's Fourth Annual St Patrick's Weekend with a Parade in Historic Downtown Fredericksburg Sunday Evening March 15 FREE Caroline Street / Princess Anne
3/15/2009 to 3/22/2009 58th Annual Fredericksburg Fine Arts Exhibit Regional artists display their talent and creativity competing in various media for awards. Artwork deadline 2/5. FREE 408 Canal St.
3/17/2009 Capital Ale House St. Patrick's Day Celebration The 1st Annual Capital Ale House of Fredericksburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration will be held on Tuesday, March 17th. Over 10 different Irish & Scottish beers will be featured on tap. Entertainment will be provided by Wayne Jordan and the Eagle Pipes & Drums Band. Enjoy one of you many Irish food specials such as Corned Beef and Cabbage, Irish Stew, Whiskey Steak and more. FREE 917 Caroline Street 3/19/2009 Concert, Good Buddy Concert by the UMW Wind and Percussion Ensemble; 12:45 p.m.; Woodward Campus Center FREE University of Mary Washington
Come and meet an interesting selection of live, colorful, and gentle reptiles from around the world. This program will conclude with a chance to touch an enormous snake. Michael Shwedick and his unique reptiles will entertain, educate and fascinate young and old alike! Sign up early - space is limited. This show is recommended for school-aged children. Tickets are for sale in advance, and may not be avilable at the door. Group rates available. $ Stafford Courthouse Community Center
3/21/2009 March Musical Mix The University of Mary Washington/College Community Symphony Orchestra features the works of Czech composer Antonin Dvorak at Dodd Auditorium in George Washington Hall at the Univeristy of Mary Washington, 7:30pm FREE 1301 College Avenue
3/21/2009 Concert, March Musical Mix "March Musical Mix: The Talent of the UMW-CSO" by the UMW-Community Symphony Orchestra; 7:30 p.m.; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium FREE University of Mary Washington 3/23/2009 Evening with An Expert Lecture Series "Why and What to Preserve: Using Preservation to Teach the Future about the Past" Dr. Kerri Barile of Dovetail Cultural Resource Group will discuss the importance of preserving our cultural resources. 7:00 p.m. Cost includes admission to the exhibit "Fredericksburg Then and Now," a reception with the Curator, and a discount in the Museum Store. $ 907 Princess Anne St
3/24/2009 Fredericksburg Forum featuring 40-year ABC News veteran Sam Donaldson; 8 p.m.; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium; tickets required $ University of Mary Washington
3/25/2009 Guest speaker is Jo Freeman, feminist activist, political scientist and author; Woodard Campus Center, Great Hall; 7 p.m. FREE University of Mary Washington
3/27/2009 to 3/28/2009 14th Annual Children's Art Show Come see the area's youngest creative talents! Local children ages 4yrs - 12th grade display their work in various media. Artwork deadline 3/21 FREE 408 Canal St
3/27/2009 to 3/29/2009 Fredericksburg Home and Garden Show If you thought the previous Home shows were great - YOU AINT SEEN NOTHING YET. The vendors have stepped up to the plate and they are ready to hit a home run for you. Never has Fredericksburg had such a diverse impressive Home and Garden Show. Ideas. Advice. Solutions. Withhundreds of displays and dozens of ways to learn, you can gather what you need to get your home project rolling. This is THE place to simplify your home building, remodeling or landscaping plans! The Show also highlights several premier sponsors and the amazing Showcase of Gardens. These companies have stepped up the effort and will reward you with and amazing array of meticulously planned and dazzling displays that you can use as a model for your next project. With the current state of the economy an emphasis has been placed on maintaining and upkeeping current residences. The vendors are aware of this and all participating vendors are ready to help you make your HOME, APRATMENT or CONDO your paradise. At the show When you ask questions of the vendors, you get answers directly from the very people doing the work. Learn from one of the hundreds of exhibits and experts on hand with the latest ideas in remo $ Fredericksburg Expo Center
3/28/2009 Concert, Jazz Festival featuring the UMW High School All-Star Honors Jazz Band; 7 p.m.; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium FREE University of Mary Washington
3/28/2009 12th Annual Silent Auction & Gala The Fredericksburg Area Museum & Cultural Center will hold its 12th Annual Silent Auction & Gala on Saturday, March 28. Auction items include art, jewelry, trips and more. This annual event supports the Museum's educational and outreach programming. $ Jepson Alumni Executive Center
Voices in the Storm: Spotsylvania's Great Trial No place in America suffered more during war than Spotsylvania. Children, churches, parents, and homesteads--all were caught in a maelstrom that transformed them. On Saturday March 28, members of the community, Massaponax Baptist Church, and the National Park Service come together to tell the story of Spotsylvania’s residents during the Civil War. Using a vivid historic setting, music, images, and the words of the people who lived here–-both slave and free--”Voices from the Storm: Spotsylvania's Great Trial ” will portray a community amidst four years of struggle. FREE 5101 Massaponax Church Road
3/29/2009 Concert, Flute Festival by the UMW Flute Ensemble; 3 p.m.; Pollard Hall FREE University of Mary Washington
4/3/2009 Edible Art Competition - Food About Art As part of First Friday's Art Opening "Feast For the Eyes" we have a popular Edible Art Competition! Vote on your favorite Food Art. Awards will be given that night. FREE LibertyTown Arts Workshop
4/3/2009 A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, times varying but within 6 to 9:30 p.m. 800-678-4748 FREE 706 Caroline St
4/3/2009 to 4/26/2009 "Feast For the Eyes" An Exhibit of Art About Food Please join us for our Opening Reception - First Friday, April 3, 5-9pm for this Juried Exhibiton "Feast For the Eyes" now in its 3rd year. FREE LibertyTown Arts Workshop
4/4/2009 19th Annual Multicultural Fair Multicultural entertainment, food and craft vendors; Ball Circle; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FREE University of Mary Washington
Join the excitement in this fun-filled day to celebrate spring. From 11am-4pm, children will enjoy a day of activities including an egg hunt. Price includes all activities (food not included); no charge for adults. Tickets available in advance. (540) 658-4871. $ Curtis Memorial Park
4/4/2009 Hoppy Easter! An egg hunt and a visit with the Easter bunny for young children. Bring your basket. 12:30 p.m. FREE 1701 Kenmore Ave
4/4/2009 Black Tie Event featuring a Cocktail Hour with Jazz and a Silent Auction, Dinner and Dancing to the Fredericksburg Big Band. Proceeds benefit Hospice Support Care programs. For Tickets and Sponsorships information, contact Linda Vaughan, PR/Special Events Coordinator: 540-361-7071 or E-mail: lvaughan@hospicesupportcare.org $ Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center
4/4/2009 University of Mary Washington Professor Michael Killian will lead this easy interpretive hike along our trails in the riverside forest buffer. It’s the perfect time of year to catch our local wildflowers in full splendor. You will learn how to identify these little beauties and some of the stories behind their names. 10 am-12 pm. Rain or shine. Pre-registration required, call 540-373-3448 to register. $ Friends of the Rappahannock Headquarters
4/4/2009 to 4/5/2009 Fredericksburg Arts & Craft Faire What a great weekend to shop the the arts and crafts products that were hadmade by the artisians in attendence. Products that you potentially could see showcased are: Handcrafted Baskets, Ceramics, Fine Art, Gourmet Food,Jewelry, paintings & photography, Pottery, Scrap Booking, Woodworking, Baby Items, Silk Floral Arrangements, Water Colors, Gourmet Treats, Fruit Spreads, Dipping Sauces, Handmade Shelves, Amber Jewelry, Painted Porcelain, Dips, Bath & Body Products, Beaded Jewelry, Candles, Handbags, Clothing, Country Crafts & Decor, Custom Clocks, Dried Flower Arrangements, Fashion Jewelry, Gourmet Candy, Homemade Fudge, Doll Fashion, Soy Candles, Tags & Bags, Magnetic Jewelry, Scarves, Scented Potpourri & Scented Items, & Much More! Whether you are looking for a unique gift or something special for yourself the Fredericksburg Spring Arts and Craft Faire is the place to be Saturday, April 4, 10am– 6pm and Sunday, April 5 from 11am-4pm for the best deals. $ Fredericksburg Expo Center
4/4/2009 to 4/19/2009 Exhibition, "Annual Student Art Exhibition" Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.; duPont Gallery, College Ave. at Thornton St. FREE University of Mary Washington
4/5/2009 Tartan Day at Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop A celebration of Hugh Mercer's Scottish heritage. Special exhibits are featured and the Scottish Society of Fredericksburg will have musical entertainment. Open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $ 1020 Caroline Street
4/10/2009 Derby Central Songsters Community Concert Straight from England, the enormously gifted Derby Central Songsters bring their unique blend of Christian music to the Fredericksburg area for a free community concert courtesy of The Salvation Army. Concert begins at 7:00 p.m. FREE Spotswood Baptist Church
4/11/2009 Welcome in Spring at the Museum. Hands-on family activities from 1-3 in Historic Market Square. FREE! FREE 1001 Princess Anne Street
4/12/2009 Change up your Easter Sunday traditions with an Eggstravaganza Brunch!! More information about the eggstra special event will be listed soon! $ Potomac Point Winery
4/15/2009 Concert, UMW Jazz Ensemble 7:30 p.m.; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium FREE University of Mary Washington
4/17/2009 to 4/19/2009 Three days of chocolate! Friday evening wine and chocolate; Saturday Taste Test desserts from over 40 restaurants; Sunday Chocolate Buffet $ Downtown Fredericksburg
The William Anderson, Jr Celebrity Series features "Keith Lockhart: An All-American Celebration." Dodd Auditorium in George Washington Hall at the University of Mary Washington JFK Suite by John Williams and Aaron Copland's Lincoln Portrait. Come hear the esteemed Keith Lockhart of the Boston POPS Orchestra. $ 1301 College Avenue
4/18/2009 Concert, UMW-CSO Celebrity Series UMW-Community Symphony Orchestra William M. Anderson Jr. Celebrity Series featuring Keith Lockhart, conductor of the Boston Pops; 7:30 p.m.; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium 540-654-1012 $ University of Mary Washington
4/18/2009 to 4/19/2009 Join Hartwood Winery for the release of their new vintages, live music, tours and light hors d'oeuvres. Hours: 11am-5pm. Admission includes complimentary glass. $ 345 Hartwood Road
4/19/2009 Concert, UMW Combined Choirs 7:30 p.m.; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium FREE University of Mary Washington
4/20/2009 Evening with An Expert Lecture Series Join Sean Maroney, Executive Director of Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, as he discusses "Changing Streetscapes: Adaptive Use of Historic Properties." Cost includes admission to the exhibition "Fredericksburg Then and Now," a reception with the Curator, and a discount in the Museum Store. 7:00 p.m. $ 907 Princess Anne St
4/20/2009 to 4/25/2009 Spring Opening of St. James' House This small, gambrel-roofed house is a fine example of an eighteenth-century gentleman's house. It contains a collection of period furnishings, including silver, glass, porcelain, and furniture. It was built by James Mercer, first judge of the General Court in Fredericksburg. The house is open three times a year and serves as a residence. 1300 Charles St., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. $ 1300 Charles Street
4/21/2009 Fredericksburg Garden Day of Historic Garden Week Private homes and gardens in a tour of Westmont, a charming wooded neighborhood nestled in the city, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $ 706 Caroline St.
4/25/2009 LibertyTown Artists' Spring Yard Sale! Join us in the yard at LibertyTown on Sat., April 25, 8am-1pm for bargains in all kinds of art...pottery,painting, student pottery, seconds, art supplies, household items, vegetable,flower starter plants and much more! FREE LibertyTown Arts Workshop
5/1/2009 First Friday A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, food and drink, 6 to 9:30 p.m. FREE 706 Caroline St.
5/1/2009 Join us for Music in the Museum from 7-9 as we conclude our Spring Evening with an Expert Lecture Series, "Our Community - Then and Now." $5/non-member $3/member. Please contact 540-371-3037, ext. 140 or spoore@famcc.org for additional information. $ 1001 Princess Anne Street
5/1/2009 to 5/15/2009 Fifth Annual The Art of Recovery Exhibit Fifth Annual The Art of Recovery exhibit features original art work of adults with mental illness. Individuals use art therapy as part of their recovery and wellness tools. Exhibit opening event Friday, May 1st from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. FREE Paula Rose Gallery
5/2/2009 23rd Annual Mayfest Celebration & Plant Sales 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 23rd Annual Mayfest Celebration is a day of celebration for Rappahannock Adult Activities (RAAI) participants, their families, and the community. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, musical entertainment, bake sale, games, raffle prizes, silent auction, plant sales and much more. RAAI is a community-based developmental day program for adults with intellectual disabilities. They promote dignity, independence, inclusion, and productivity within the community. 750 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, VA 22405 (3.9 miles East of the Chatham Bridge) FREE Rappahannock Adult Activities
5/2/2009 to 5/3/2009 145th Spotsylvania Commemorative Reenactment Come see history come alive as reenactors recreate the battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse. See the cannons belch their fiery destruction, horses charge and infantry struggle to take command of the field. Three battle scenarios will be played out just as they were done 145 years ago in May 1864. Spectators are welcome to tour the camps, visit the suttlers, purchase food from vendors, and watch the battles. Witness period photograph methods with acclaimed wet plate photographer Robert Szabo. Re-enactor registration open through April 15, 2009. Event held at Historic Belvedere Plantation in Spotsylvania County, just off Rt 17. Event sponsored by Spotsylvania Education Association in cooperation with the Friends of Fredericksburg Area Battlefields. Educational programs coordinated by the National Civil War Life Foundation at www.civilwarlife.org $ 1410 Belvedere Drive
5/2/2009 to 5/3/2009 Battle of the Wilderness 145th Commemoration The Battle of the Wilderness marked the first clash between the Civil War's two greatest general: Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee. More than 30,000 men were casualties in two days of horrific fighting in dense, tangled woods. The National Park Service will commemorate the 145th anniversary of the battle with a weekend of special events and tours. FREE 36380 Constitution Highway
5/2/2009 to 5/3/2009 Join us for a family-friendly, non-competitive walk through the grounds of historic Ferry Farm and scenic Fredericksburg. Choose from 5k or 10k distances. AVA credit is available. FREE George Washington's Ferry Farm
5/5/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St.
5/9/2009 Commencement 9 a.m. to noon; Ball Circle FREE University of Mary Washington
5/9/2009 Dedication of McGowan Brigade Monument This program will dedicate a monument to General Samuel McGowan's South Carolina Brigade, which bravely defended Spotsylvania Battlefield's infamous "Bloody Angle" on May 12, 1864. FREE Tour Stop 3, Spotsylvania Battlefield
5/9/2009 Family Fun 5K for Food The Family Fun 5k for food is a run in downtown Fredericksburg, where families and any community member can come participate with a non-perishable food item as the registration fee. Food collected will be donated to the local area food bank. the race begins at 7 a.m. in the Sophia Street parkign lot near the Chatham bridge. email fredfam5k@yahoo.com for registration form or questions. See you There! FREE 1017 Sophia Street (parking lot) Spring Fling Faire in the Square Join Museum staff in historic Market Square as we welcome in Spring! 11-3 $ Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center
5/9/2009 Mother's Day Jazz at Lake Anna Winery Kick things off for Mom a day early. Indulge Mom with a savory buffet of gourmet cuisine. Fee includes live Jazz, souvenir glass, tours, tasting and a rose for Mom. 6:00 to 10:00 PM. Reservations for food are required. Please call 540-895-5085 $ 5621 Courthouse Road
5/10/2009 Washington's Farewell to Mother 220th Anniversary of "The Blessing". In early March 1789, George Washington visited his mother, Mary, at her home. He was waiting for the call to be President and asked her blessing on that event. This farewell to his mother will be recreated as part of our tour for this Mother's Day event. George received the call to be President in mid-April. Mary Washington died in August 1789. $ 1200 Charles St.
5/12/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
5/15/2009 to 5/17/2009 The second annual Marine Corps Historic Half is presented by the organizers of the Marine Corps Marathon. The 13.1 mile course will be held entirely within Fredericksburg city limits, beginning and ending at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center. In conjunction with the half marathon, runners, spectators and the local community can enjoy the free two-day Healthy Lifestyle Expo featuring health, fitness, diet and wellness exhibitors and vendors. The race field is limited to 9,000 participants. $ Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center
5/16/2009 Marathon Madness at the Museum Come to Market Square as the Fredericksburg Area Museum welcomes runners for the from across the country! Hands-on, family-oriented activities throughout the day. 11 a.m. to 3p.m. FREE Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center
5/16/2009 Celebrate LibertyTown with our Sprintime Gala. Enjoy a night of festivities and fun with friends! Door prizes, unique silent auction, hors d'oeuvres & bar, live music and more! 7-9pm $ LibertyTown Arts Workshop
5/16/2009 to 5/17/2009 37th Annual Fredericksburg Art Festival Artists from all over Virginia display and sell their work as they compete for cash prizes in a lovely outdoor park. Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. in Hurkamp Park. LIVE MUSIC by Laurie Rose Griffith & Peter Mealy Saturday Noon-5 p.m. Artist deadline 3/11 FREE 900 Prince Edward St.
5/16/2009 to 5/17/2009 Virginia Renaissance Faire at Lake Anna Winery Back and bigger than ever! The Faire brings a unique brand of educational interactive family entertainment. Join in the revelry as the little 16th century town of Staffordshire celebrates the arrival of Elizabeth, Queen of England and her court. (10 am – 6 pm ) $ 5621 Courthouse Road
5/16/2009 to 5/17/2009 Spotsylvania 145th Anniversary Commemoration After two days of heavy fighting in the Wilderness, the Union and Confederate armies clashed again at Spotsylvania Court House. The struggle reached its climax on May 12, 1864, when the two sides fought hand-to-hand over a turn in the breastworks known thereafter as the "Bloody Angle." The National Park Service will commemorate this and other actions in the two-week-long battle with a series of tours and other special programs. FREE Spotsylvania Battlefield
5/19/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
5/21/2009 This event has become one of the city’s most looked forward to charitable events. Many of our local restaurants contribute their time, talent and delicacies so that participants can enjoy an evening of varied tastes and treasures. Not only do attendees enjoy the culinary delights of local dining and catering establishments, they also participate in a silent and a live auction and enjoy an evening of live music, all to benefit RBBBS. Tickets and sponsorships generally go on sale in late winter. For information contact Lisa Bales at 540.371.7444 or lisabales@rbbbs.org. $ Jepson Alumni Center
5/22/2009 to 5/25/2009 Come be Greek for a day! Memorial Day Weekend with the foods, music, dance and arts of Greece. Friday: 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 8:00 p.m. Monday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. This year’s festival will be the biggest event ever! - Our Festival features authentic homemade Greek lunches & dinners, pastries, desserts. - Come join the fun and listen to traditional Greek music and be entertained by our dance troupe "The Athenians. " - Our new vendors will be selling their wares. - We have activities for all ages. FREE 12326 Spotswood Furnace Drive
5/23/2009 Fredericksburg National Cemetery Luminaria Boy Scout and Girl Scouts light 15,300 candles--one for each American soldier buried at Fredericksburg National Cemetery. Guides provide information about the national cemetery's history, and a bugler plays "Taps" every 30 minutes. 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Rain date: May 24. FREE 1013 Lafayette Boulevard
5/23/2009 On May 23, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln visited Fredericksburg. Historian John Hennessy will take people on a one-mile walk through the historic town, pointing out sites that the president would have seen during his visit. Meet at the city dock at 10 a.m. FREE Fredericksburg City Dock
5/23/2009 to 5/25/2009 Virginia Renaissance Faire at Lake Anna Winery Back and bigger than ever! The Faire brings a unique brand of educational interactive family entertainment. Join in the revelry as the little 16th century town of Staffordshire celebrates the arrival of Elizabeth, Queen of England and her court. (10 am – 6 pm ) $ 5621 Courthouse Road
5/25/2009 Memorial Day at the Masonic Cemetery of 1784 A ceremony to honor those buried in the Masonic Cemetery, followed by a solemn procession to the Hugh Mercer Monument. 12 noon. FREE 904 Charles St
5/25/2009 A 30-minute commemorative program honoring American soldiers who have died in service to this country. 11 a.m. FREE 1013 Lafayette Boulevard
5/25/2009 Spend Memorial Day with your family and friends in our picnic grounds with a gourmet picnic basket. Order forms will be available the month of May. Event is free. Gourmet picnic baskets will be available for all prices ranges. FREE Potomac Point Winery
5/25/2009 Annual Memorial Day Celebration @ Masonic Cemetery Revolutionary and Civil War veterans buried in the Cemetery are remembered as well as others from Fredericksburg’s past. The event is open to the public without charge and is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Historic Masonic Cemetery, Fredericksburg Lodge #4, A.F. & A.M., and the James Monroe Museum. A solemn procession to the Hugh Mercer Monument follows the memorial service. FREE 908 Charles Street
5/25/2009 to 8/16/2009 "Aphrodite Among Us: Nudes by Gari Melchers" Gari Melchers Home and Studio presents the exhibition “Aphrodite Among Us: Nudes by Gari Melchers,” a retrospective of the celebrated artist’s female nudes. The forty-five works in the exhibition, all Melchers originals, range from charcoal sketches to major easel paintings. $ Gari Melchers Home and Studio
5/26/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. Music this week by Terry Garland. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local performers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
5/29/2009 It's Finally Friday! A celebration of the weekend! Family block party with a live concert, food and drink in Old Town Fredericksburg. 6 to 9:30 p.m. $ Sophia Street
6/2/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
6/6/2009 20th Anniversary at Hartwood Winery Hartwood Winery celebrates its 20th anniversary with a new wine release, live music, tours and light hors d'oeuvres. Hours: 11am-6pm. $ 345 Hartwood Road
6/6/2009 Historic Fredericksburg AACA Car Show A display of over 100 antique automobiles on the streets of old town Fredericksburg among restaurants and shopping. FREE Fredericksburg, VA 22401
6/6/2009 to 6/7/2009 Virginia Renaissance Faire at Lake Anna Winery Back and bigger than ever! The Faire brings a unique brand of educational interactive family entertainment. Join in the revelry as the little 16th century town of Staffordshire celebrates the arrival of Elizabeth, Queen of England and her court. (10 am – 6 pm ) $ 5621 Courthouse Road
6/7/2009 A 5-K run through downtown Fredericksburg. T shirt, walk packet, refreshments. $ 1202 Caroline Street
6/7/2009 The Maranatha three choirs perform jointly and separately at 3 p.m. $ 410 Deacon Rd.
6/9/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. Music this week by Laurie Rose Griffith & Peter Mealy. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
6/12/2009 Join Historian John Hennessy and Archeologist Paul Nasca to walk the land where George Washington grew up and where Union soldiers later fought. 7 p.m. FREE Ferry Farm Historic Site
6/13/2009 Rappahannock Regional Soap Box Derby Race downtown derby style! Children aged 9 to 17 compete in this classic unmotorized car race on William Street, beginning at 8 a.m. Driver registration starts 1/12; ends 4/28 FREE 1000 William St
6/13/2009 to 6/14/2009 Living History Weekend at Chatham A weekend of activities focusing on Chatham's role in the Civil War, when it was used by Union forces as a headquarters, hospital, and communications center. FREE 120 Chatham Lane
6/13/2009 to 6/14/2009 Virginia Renaissance Faire at Lake Anna Winery Back and bigger than ever! The Faire brings a unique brand of educational interactive family entertainment. Join in the revelry as the little 16th century town of Staffordshire celebrates the arrival of Elizabeth, Queen of England and her court. (10 am – 6 pm ) $ 5621 Courthouse Road
6/16/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. Music this week by Bob Gramman. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
6/19/2009 Bring your family and join us as we enjoy the movie, "A Night in the Museum" in the Museum's Mansard Gallery. $5/non-member, $3/member. Movie will begin at 7:00 pm. Pre-registration required, 540-371-3037 ext. 127. $ 1001 Princess Anne Street
6/19/2009 Although not as famous as the fighting at Marye's Heights, five miles to the north, the combat at Prospect Hill decided the outcome of the Battle of Fredericksburg. Historians Frank O'Reilly and Kris White will lead a 90-minute walking tour of this underappreciated part of the battlefield. Meet at 7 p.m. at Tour Stop 6 of the Fredericksburg Battlefield. FREE Tour Stop 6, Fredericksburg Battlefield
6/20/2009 Jazz in the Vineyard for Father's Day Don't forget Dad's special day, bring him and enjoy a feast fit the King and for you. Fee includes live jazz, souvenir wine glass, tours, and tasting. 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Reservations for food are required. Please call 540-895-5085 $ 5621 Courthouse Road
6/20/2009 to 6/21/2009 Shakespeare on the Lawn at Kenmore The Fredericksburg Company, under the direction of Fred Franklin, once again present their annual rendition of one of Shakespear's plays on the lawn at Kenmore Plantation. If you think Shakespeare is too "high brow" for you, you'll be pleasantly surprised by these intimate, irreverent, and sometimes raucus and hilarious productions that appeal to children and adults alike. They are presented in the colonial style, as they would have been in the 1700s in Fredericksburg, but surprisingly modern touches often creep in. Come early and bring a picnic. You can also take a tour of the mansion (included in the admission fee). Metal folding chairs are provided but you can bring your own or sit on the ground. $ Historic Kenmore Plantation
6/21/2009 Celebrate the very thoughtful festival of Father's Day with charm and enthusiasm at PPW. Take the opportunity to express gratitude and appreciation for your dad, father-in law, granddad, or whoever is that special man in your life. Bring the whole family to enjoy our Picnic grounds, wine tastings, facility tours, BBQ food, and Live music! 12-4pm $ Potomac Point Winery
6/23/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
6/25/2009 to 6/28/2009 27th Annual Fredericksburg Photography Show See things from another perspective. Amateurs photographers from across the region display their photos and compete in numerous categories for prizes. Photographer deadline 6/12 FREE 408 Canal St
6/26/2009 It's Finally Friday! A celebration of the weekend! Family block party with a live concert, food and drink in Old Town Fredericksburg. 6 to 9:30 p.m. $ Sophia St
6/26/2009 "Stonewall" Jackson's surprise attack on the Eleventh Corps led to the Union army's defeat at Chancellorsville and destroyed the reputation of the corps' German soldiers, who were thereafter derisively known as the "Flying Dutchmen." Historians Eric Mink and Donald Pfanz will discuss the impact of Jackson's attack, both on the battle and on the German-American community. Meet at 7 p.m. at Tour Stop 8 on the Chancellorsville Battlefield, two miles west of the Chancellorsville Visitor Center. 90-minutes. Bring good walking shoes. FREE Tour Stop 8, Chancellorsville Battlefield
6/27/2009 to 6/28/2009 Shakespeare on the Lawn at Kenmore The Fredericksburg Company, under the direction of Fred Franklin, once again present their annual rendition of one of Shakespear's plays on the lawn at Kenmore Plantation. If you think Shakespeare is too "high brow" for you, you'll be pleasantly surprised by these intimate, irreverent, and sometimes raucus and hilarious productions that appeal to children and adults alike. They are presented in the colonial style, as they would have been in the 1700s in Fredericksburg, but surprisingly modern touches often creep in. Come early and bring a picnic. You can also take a tour of the mansion (included in the admission fee). Metal folding chairs are provided but you can bring your own or sit on the ground. $ Historic Kenmore Plantation
7/3/2009 First Friday A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, food and drink, 6 to 9:30 p.m. FREE 706 Caroline St.
7/3/2009 Six months after their disastrous defeat on the same ground, Union forces successfully captured Marye's Heights and the Sunken Road. Historians Stacy Humphreys and Kris White explain how Federal forces were able to capture this strong position. Meet at 7 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center. 90 minutes. FREE Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center
7/4/2009 Reds, Whites, and Blues Celebration Reds, Whites, and Blues Celebration. Enjoy our wine tastings and American BBQ Specials on our Bistro Menu or Pre-order your gourmet picnic basket and enjoy our picnic grounds with your family and friends, while enjoying live Blues music! (No fireworks display) FREE Potomac Point Winery
7/4/2009 Heritage Festival A traditional family Fourth of July celebration throughout the region with a runner's race, parade, craft show, antique auto show, live entertainment, children's activities, and great food, all crowned with a fireworks display, 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. FREE 706 Caroline St
7/4/2009 Fabulous Fourth at Ferry Farm! Fast becoming a tradition in Fredericksburg, the third annual Fabulous Fourth at Ferry Farm promises to be the best ever. There will be crafts to make and take home, live entertainment, food vendors, games (both colonial and modern), first-person interpreters and re-enactors, a misting tent, and much more. The archaeological dig site will be open, with staff on hand to discuss what's new. If you also plan to enjoy the events in downtown Fredericksburg, you can ride the free trolley to Ferry Farm. Activities take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ferry Farm will remain open until 5 p.m. $ George Washington's Ferry Farm
7/10/2009 Race to the Crossroads: Laurel Hill On May 8, 1864, Confederate infantry seized a critical road junction just minutes ahead of advacing Union infantry, prompting a two-week battle at Spotsylvania Court House. Historians John Hennessy and Greg Mertz discuss this opening clash and its impact on the rest of the battle. This 90-minute walk begins at 7 p.m. at Tour Stop 1 on the Spotsylvania Battlefield. The battlefield is located on Route 613 (Brock Road), two miles northwest of Spotsylvania Courthouse. FREE Tour Stop 1, Spotsylvania Battlefield
7/11/2009 Cajun Zydeco at Lake Anna Winery Fireworks are over, but the sparks still fly at the winery for live Zydeco music with “Dixie Power Trio” and Cajun Fare. Consistently our most popular event. Fee includes live music from The Dixie Power Trio, souvenir wine glass, tours, and tasting. Sold out in 2007! 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Reservations for food are required. Please call 540-895-5085 $ 5621 Courthouse Road
7/11/2009 to 7/12/2009 Hartwood Winery and a guest winery invite you to come to the vineyard and enjoy live music, wine tastings, tours, and hors d'oeuvres. Hours: 11am-5pm. Admission includes festival glass. $ 345 Hartwood Road
7/16/2009 to 7/18/2009 FREE family movies downtown under the moon! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a fun family feature film! Movies start approx. 8:15pm/at dusk. FREE Hurkamp Park
7/17/2009 Clara Barton Comes to Fredericksburg Long before she founded the American Red Cross, Clara Barton was giving aid to wounded Union soldiers on the battlefield. Join Historians Donald Pfanz and Stacy Humphreys as they visit places in town visited by the woman described as the "Angel of the Battlefield." Meet in front of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library at 7 p.m. for this two-hour walk through town. FREE Central Rappahannock Regional Library
7/18/2009 Wine & Whiskers at Lake Anna Winery A fund raiser for the Fredericksburg area SPCA. The event features wine tastings, a cash wine bar, light fare and desserts, silent auction, door prizes and live music. All proceeds benefit the SPCA's new humane care facility. The SPCA is the Fredericksburg area's only no-kill animal shelter. 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Reservations for food are required. Please call 540-898-1500. $ 5621 Courthouse Road
7/18/2009 to 7/19/2009 Living History at Chancellorsville The Battle of Chancellorsville was Robert E. Lee's most brilliant victory of the Civil War but it also resulted in the death of Lee's incomparable subordinate, "Stonewall" Jackson. The National Park Service will commemorate the battle with a series of programs featuring Civil War reenactors and live cannon-firing demonstrations. FREE 9001 Plank Road
7/24/2009 The May 3, 1863, fighting at Hazel Grove and Fairview determined the outcome of the Battle of Chancellorsville. Historian Frank O'Reilly describes the fighting through the eyes of some of its key participants. Meet at 7 p.m. at Tour Stop 9 on the Chancellorsville Battlefield for this 90-minute walking tour. For directions, call 540-786-2880. FREE Tour Stop 9, Chancellorsville Battlefield
7/25/2009 22nd Annual Children's Art Expo Explore the wide world of art! Messy, creative fun with hands-on art activities for children of all ages. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers wanted! In case of rain, moved to Dorothy Hart Community Center FREE 900 Prince Edward St
7/31/2009 It's Finally Friday! A celebration of the weekend! Family block party with a live concert by The CalypsoNuts, food and drink in Old Town Fredericksburg. 6 to 9:30 p.m. $ Sophia St
7/31/2009 The briars of the Wilderness were so difficult to maneuver through that the farms carved out of the thickets by the Chewning/Higgerson family attracted the soldiers like magnets. Historians Janice Frye and Stacy Humphreys will explain the hardships that this extended family endured. Meet at 7 p.m. at Tour Stop 4 on the Wilderness Battlefield for this 90-minute program. For directions call 540-786-2880. FREE Tour Stop 4, Wilderness Battlefield
8/7/2009 First Friday A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, food and drink, 6 to 9:30 p.m. FREE 706 Caroline St.
8/7/2009 War Means Anguish, War Means Freedom The occupation of Fredericksburg by the Union army caused anguish among the pro-Confederate faction of the community, but was welcomed as a door to freedom by the slave population. In this 90-minute program, Historian John Hennessy will examine the different reaction to the residents of Fredericksburg living with Yankees in their midst. Meet a 7 p.m. in front of the Rappahannock Regional Library at Caroline and Lewis Streets in Fredericksburg. For directions call 540-373-6122. FREE 1201 Caroline Street
8/14/2009 A Candlelit Evening at Ellwood Robert E. Lee, Ulysses S. Grant, Warren Harding, "Stonewall" Jackson, the Marquis de Lafayette. Each of these men visited Ellwood. Why did they come, and which one is still there? Find out in this one-hour candlelight tour of the house and grounds led by Historian Janice Frye and volunteers of Friends of the Wilderness Battlefield. Meet at 7 p.m. at Ellwood, located along Rt. 20 approximately one-half mile west of Rt. 3. For directions, call 540-786-2880. FREE 36380 Constitution Highway
8/15/2009 Enjoy backyard cuisine (Pig Roast and comfort food), foot stomping, knee slapping entertainment, souvenir wine glass, tours, and tasting. 6:00 PM t5o 10:00 PM. Reservations for food are required. Please call 540-895-5085 $ 5621 Courthouse Road
8/15/2009 to 8/16/2009 Living History at Fredericksburg In December 1862, Union troops suffered a crushing defeat at Fredericksburg. Throughout the weekend, the National Park Service will offer a series walking tours, living history programs, and cannon-firing demonstrations illuminating the combat in the Sunken Road and on Marye's Heights. FREE 1013 Lafayette Boulevard
8/28/2009 It's Finally Friday! A celebration of the weekend! Family block party with a live concert by THE RHONDELLS, food and drink in Old Town Fredericksburg. 6 to 9:30 p.m. $ Sophia St
9/1/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
9/4/2009 First Friday A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, food and drink, 6 to 9:30 p.m. $ 706 Caroline St
9/5/2009 Last Days of Summer Jazz at Lake Anna Winery ) Join us at summers end for a savory collection of gourmet cuisine. Fee includes live music, wine glass, tours, and tasting. 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Reservations for food are required. Please call 540-895-5085 $ 5621 Courthouse Road
9/8/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. Music this week by Terry Garland. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
9/12/2009 "Music by Moonlight" "Music by Moonlight" is a 7 to 9 p.m. free concert sponsored by the Fredericksburg Big Band in conjunction with The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary. Any donations are used to send needy children in Fredericksburg and surrounding counties to a summer camp. Food, cookies, popcorn, and drinks are available for sale at the concert. FREE Hurkamp Park
9/15/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
9/18/2009 to 9/19/2009 The Invitation - Healing of a Woman's Heart 2009 A conference for women, Friday 7 - 9PM and Sat. 9AM - 4PM with speakers and workshops to help women with addictions, self-esteem; relationship problems; and much more. Lots of special music, testimonies and drama/skits. Sat. light Breakfast and lunch included as well as all materials. Take Rt. 3 to Tappahanock exit, right to 10835 Tidewater Trail (corner of Benchmark and Tidewater Trail behind CVS) $ Fairview at Riverclub
9/18/2009 to 9/20/2009 Three historic homes and museums open to feature exhibits and demonstarations honoring the crafts of the 18th and 19th century, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri. & Sat, 11-5 Sun. at Mary Washington House, Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, Rising Sun Tavern. $ 1200 Charles St
9/19/2009 Mark Newton's Homecoming Pickin' Party Festival This is a Bluegrass Concert Festival featuring 5-Internationally/Nationally known Bluegrass Bands-Performers led by Mark Newton as a fundraiser to benefit the James Monroe High School Athletic Programs. Gates will open at 11:00am and the event will end at 7:00pm. Performers will include the Mark Newton Band, Claire Lynch Band, Seldom Scene, Larry Stephenson Band, IIITyme Out Band and closing with the Shiloh Baptist Church "New Site" Men's Choir. This is a family-oriented festival event. Tickets in advance are $30.00 and $35.00 at the gate on the day of the event. Several ticket outlets centers are in downtown Fredericksburg and for further information go to the event website. $ MAURY STADIUM
9/19/2009 to 9/20/2009 Come to the historic port town of Falmouth and the landmark home of Moncure Conway. Yankee reenactors will encamp on the grounds where their unit once camped during the Civil War. Firing demonstrations, artifact displays, stories of local history, and self-guided walking tours of the historic homes of this colonial port town. FREE 305 King Street
9/22/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. Music this week by Laurie Rose Griffith & Peter Mealy. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
9/25/2009 It's Finally Friday! A celebration of the weekend! Family block party with a live concert, food and drink in Old Town Fredericksburg. 6 to 9:30 p.m. $ 901 Sophia Street
9/26/2009 33rd Annual Black Arts Festival A celebration of African American culture showcasing arts and crafts, music, dance, food, and fun for the entire family, 12 noon to 7 p.m. FREE 200 Gunnery Rd
9/26/2009 Annual Fredericksburg Welsh Festival The East Coast’s only Welsh festival celebrates James Monroe’s Welsh heritage on his mother’s side and is held in the block in front of the Museum. Entertainment includes Welsh and Celtic music, crafts and vendors, activities for the children, and a museum open house. The event is co-sponsored by the Welsh Society of Fredericksburg and the James Monroe Museum. FREE 900 block of Charles Street
9/27/2009 Harvest Festival at Potomac Point Winery Enjoy grape stomping, wine tastings, winery tours, and much more! Now accepting Vendor requests. Email Laura@potomacpointwinery.com $ Potomac Point Winery
9/29/2009 This popular series returns with a free, live lunchtime concert in Hurkamp Park. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring a lunch or purchase one in the park while enjoying a music by local perofrmers. FREE 900 Prince Edward St
10/2/2009 First Friday A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, food and drink, 6 to 9:30 p.m. FREE 706 Caroline St. 10/2/2009 Join us as we enjoy music in the Museum's galleries. 7-9 pm in the Catherine W. Jones McKann Center. $5/non-members, free to members. $ 1001 Princess Anne Street
10/3/2009 Fredericksburg Doll & Toy Show and Sale The Now & Then Doll Club of Fredericksburg Doll & Toy Show and Sale $ Fredericksburg Elks Lodge #875
10/3/2009 Local vendors sell a variety of crafts, flea market, and commercial items in an open-air market in Hurkamp Park, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendor deadline 8/31 FREE 900 Prince Edward St
10/3/2009 to 10/4/2009 Fredericksburg Area Wine Festival Annual Wine Festival with eight area wineries and over 50 varieties of wine to sip and or purchase. Approx. 35 crafters and food vendors. Live music and childrens entertainment. Fun for the entire family! Bring your blanket or lawn chairs. $ 2216 Caroline St.
10/4/2009 Celebrating the Family Pet! Parade, animal blessing, obedience and trick contests, and owner and pet contests. Rescue Groups & pet product vendors too! 12 noon to 3 p.m. $ 900 Prince Edward St
10/5/2009 to 10/10/2009 St. James' House - Fall Opening This small, gambrel-roofed house is a fine example of an 18th-c gentlemen's cottage. It contains a collection of period furnishings, including silver, glass, porcelain, and furniture. It was built by James Mercer, the first judge of the General Court in Fredericksburg. 1-4 pm $ 1300 Charles Street
10/10/2009 Fall Festival Faire in the Square Join us as we celebrate the coming of fall. 11-3 in Historic Market Square. $ Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center
Fredericksburg Arts & Craft Festival The Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center will for the 4th year play host to Fredericksburg Arts & Craft Festival, October 10-12. At this hand crafted only Festival, you will find premier arts and hand crafted creations from over 150 of the country’s best crafters and artisans. From the 1st show in 2006 to this year’s event, the event has more than doubled in size as has the quality of vendors and the selection to choose from. From Paintings to ceramics. Jewelry and home décor. . Specialty foods, clothing, holiday knick knacks, fashion accessories, photography, pottery and so much more. Whether you are looking for a unique gift or something special for yourself, you will find it at the Annual Fredericksburg Arts and Craft Festival. A special added bonus for show goers is an opportunity to win hand made door prizes from the vendors at the festival. $ Fredericksburg Expo Center
10/16/2009 to 10/18/2009 Only one show can set the tone for the fall of 2009—the 4th Annual Fredericksburg Fall Home Show, October 16-17-18, presented by the Fredericksburg Are Builders Association. This show covers every base from cool trends to staying warm and cozy…to expert advice on decorating, entertaining and renovating. With thoughts of remodeling, redecorating and preparing for the holiday season, this show is a must. Interior design vignettes, faux painting, countertop materials, custom cabinetry and home design are just some of the integral parts of the show. Hundreds of exhibitors will showcase all the newest products and services to assist homeowners and renters alike with their needs. Expect a large selection for comparison. Landscape ideas are always an important part of the Fall Home Show that's why outdoor sheds, sunrooms and more plus several custom garden displays are displayed. Thoughts of the holiday season begin this time of year. See how to dress up your home for holiday entertaining, there is something for everyone. $ Fredericksburg Expo Center
10/31/2009 Hartwood Winery celebrates the Harvest with live music, a guest winery, hayrides, pony rides, games, scarecrow making and more! Hours: 11am-5pm. $12/adult; children free. $ 345 Hartwood Road
10/31/2009 to 1/31/2010 Norman Rockwell and the Art of Illustration Picturing Health: Norman Rockwell and the Art of Illustration The central theme of "Picturing Health" is, naturally, health and well-being as depicted in art. It explores the doctor/patient relationship, physical fitness, and health and healing through the beloved narratives of Norman Rockwell produced for the Lambert, Upjohn and American Optical Companies in the last century, and now owned by the Pfizer Collection. In addition to the eleven outstanding original canvases by Rockwell are featured 14 of today’s preeminent illustrators for the pages of Healthy Living, Men’s Health, Newsweek, The New York Times and The New Yorker. Their imagery presents a contemporary perspective on many of the same health-related subjects explored nearly 50 years earlier by Rockwell. $ Gari Melchers Home and Studio
11/6/2009 First Friday A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, food and drink, 6 to 9:30 p.m. FREE 706 Caroline St.
11/7/2009 37th Annual Fredericksburg Craft Show Craftspeople from across the region covene to display and sell their originally crafted handiwork. Browse gifts - just in time for the holidays! Crafter deadline 6/19. FREE 1700 Jefferson Davis Hwy
11/14/2009 The horses take to the streets! Riders on their own horses tour Old Town Fredericksburg, 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon. $ 700 Mary Ball Street
11/15/2009 Festive holiday decorations, music and refreshments for the kick off to the holiday season in Old Town, Fredericksburg, known for its unique shops and friendly, personalized service. FREE 706 Caroline St.
11/21/2009 to 11/22/2009 Hartwood Winery celebrates the fall holidays with a guest winery, live music (weather permitting), wine tastings, tours and hors d'oeuvres. Hours: 11am-5pm. $ 345 Hartwood Road
11/21/2009 to 11/22/2009 Merry Market- Holiday Boutigue and Gift Market The Fredericksburg Area Service League, Inc. is pleased to present our 3rd Annual Merry Market- Holiday Boutique and Gift Market. This holiday shopping event features exhibitorys from Virginia and surrounding southeastern states. Merry Market will he held on Saturday November 21st ( 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ) and Sunday November 22nd ( 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) at eh Jepson Alumni Executive Center at The University of Mary Washington ( 1119 Hanover Street). Merry Market offers our shoppers an exceptional mix of custom jewelry, handbags, apparel, quality crafters, original artwork and decorative accessories for the home and garden. We will also have live choral music for your enjoyement. Funds raised from Merry Market will benefit local children's charities such as FASL Books in Hand, Summer Scholars, High School Scholarships and Hopsice Camp Rainbow. For vendor applications, please call 540-899-8877 or e-mail merrymarketshow@gmail.com. An application can also be downloaded from www.faserviceleague.com Looking forward to seeing you at Merry Market!! $ The Jepson Alumni Executive Center at UMW
11/25/2009 Movies in the Museum Bring your family and join us as we watch "National Treasure" in the Museum's Mansard Gallery. Movie begins at 7:00. Cost $3/member, $5/non-member. Pre-registration required, 540-371-3037 ext. 127. $ 1001 Princess Anne Street
11/27/2009 The Children's Christmas Tree Lighting The community gathers to sing carols with Santa Claus and light the City Christmas Tree in Hurkamp Park at the corner of Prince Edward and George Streets, 6 p.m. FREE 900 Prince Edward St.
12/4/2009 First Friday A celebration of the arts in Old Town Fredericksburg with new exhibit openings in downtown galleries, food and drink, 6 to 9:30 p.m. FREE 706 Caroline St.
12/5/2009 "Deck the Halls 2009" Jan Williams, noted floral consultant and owner of Jan Williams Florals, begins the holiday season by demonstrating how to create extraordinary holiday decorations from native evergreens and plants. This year is the 29th presentation of this entertaining and inspiring program that has become a tradition in Fredericksburg’s celebration of the holidays. The event is held on the University of Mary Washington Campus, and reservations are required. Call 540-654-1043 for further information and tickets. $ 1301 College Avenue
12/5/2009 A downtown Fredericksburg holiday tradition beginning at 5:30 p.m. with bands, marching units, and floats, followed by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Please visit our website for more information. FREE 706 Caroline St.
12/5/2009 32nd Annual Spotsylvania Christmas Parade Come see Santa arrive in style at the 32nd annual Spotsylvania Christmas Parade in the Spotsylvania Historic Court House District FREE Spotsylvania Court House District
12/5/2009 A Monroe Christmas: Holiday Open House Holiday festivities at the museum commence with an open house with period music and light refreshments. Visitors will be welcomed by “President Monroe,” and staff will be on hand to guide through the galleries. The museum will be decorated for the season by a local garden club. Free and open to the public. FREE The James Monroe Museum
12/5/2009 to 12/6/2009 It’s not too late to check some Holiday gifts off your list!! Celebrate the Holiday season with carolers, gift ship and wine discounts, wine tastings, and Holiday cheer!! FREE Potomac Point Winery
12/6/2009 Courthouse Christmas Luminaria Candlelight service on the lawn of the Spotsylvania Courthouse. Music provided by area church choirs. 4:45 PM FREE Spotsylvania Court House
12/6/2009 Candlelight Tour at the Mary Washington House The home George Washington bought for his mother in 1772 opens for an evening of candlelight tours and refreshments. 4-7pm FREE 1200 Charles Street
12/6/2009 to 12/30/2009 Gingerbread House Competition and Exhibition Join us for this 23rd annual, holiday event that delights children of all ages. Your family will enjoy viewing and smelling these creative entries by individuals and groups of all ages and skill levels. Many exhibitors spend months planning their displays and weeks creating them. If you’d like to create your own entry, contest rules are made available on our web site starting in September. Exhibit Open Daily: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Closed Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Year's Day). $ George Washington's Ferry Farm
12/12/2009 to 12/13/2009 Rappahannock Model Railroad Club Christmas Show Annual Christmas Model Train Show and Display. Many Operating Trains and Train Layouts. Model Train-related vendors will be present. Door Prizes. $ Fredericksburg National Guard Armory
12/12/2009 to 12/13/2009 Christmas with the Animals Open House Visit the new SPCA Humane Care Center and meet the animals. Bring a monetary donation or item from the Angel Tree. Holiday goodies for everyone. $ One Amanda Lane
12/13/2009 Battle of Fredericksburg Commemoration A 30-minute program commemorating the 1862 Battle of Fredericksburg. The program will be held at the Kirkland Monument adjacent to the historic Sunken Road. 2 p.m. FREE 1013 Lafayette Boulevard
12/13/2009 Gari Melchers Home and Studio will hold its 31st annual Holiday Open House Sunday, December 13, from 10 to 5 p.m. The event is open to the public without charge. Highlights will include exterior fresh decorations designed and installed by a local garden club and interior decorations created by museum staff. Guests will also enjoy touring the historic house and studio galleries. FREE Gari Melchers Home and Studio
12/19/2009 LibertyTown Arts Workshop Holiday Open House Come by Sat., Dec. 19 10am-5pm for our Holiday Open House! Great gifts and holiday cheer with local artists. Find that unique gift of art by our very own Fredericksburg artists! Refreshments and time to meet the artists. FREE LibertyTown Arts Workshop
12/31/2009 First Night Fredericksburg 2010 A family-oriented community celebration of the arts, 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. to ring in the new year with song, dance, comedy, and children's activities. $ Caroline, Pincess Anne & Sophia Streets
12/31/2009 to 1/1/2010 New Year's Eve Fine Dining and Dancing A special evening to celebrate the past year and look forward to the New Year. The evening will consist of wine tastings, appetizers, dinner, dessert, sparkling wine toasts, our famous midnight balloon drop, and end with a breakfast and coffee station in the early morning hours. DJ/musician Norman Voss will play live classical guitar during the wine tasting, croon in the style of Sinatra, Michael Buble' and Elvis during the meal, and then break out all the dance songs of all your favorite Motown, disco, 80's, country and current favorite dance hits to keep the night electric with excitement for ringing in the new year. $ Potomac Point Winery
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