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(Now till 3/28) "Working it Out at CENTERSTAGE" at 700 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore MD 21202. Tree of America's sharpest playwrights - Aaton Sorkin (A Few Good Men, The West Wing, Sports Night), Lynn Rosen (Puddy Tat, Apple Cove), and Rick Cleveland (Mad Men, Nurse Jackie, Six Feet Under)-tackle the workplace in three wildly different ways. Working It Out is three short works performed back-to-back as one single theatrical event. Excerpts from: Hidden in this Picture by Aaron Sorkin - Washed Up on the Potomac by Lynn Rosen - Jerry & Tom by Rick Cleveland.
(3/10) Forum on Undergraduate Research in Women's Studies; members of the UMW community will present original research and creative work on women's studies; a Women's History Month event; Combs Hall, Room 139; 4 p.m., reception follows; free; Marjorie Och, professor of art and art history, at moch@umw.edu.
(3/12) "A Reading Down Under at the Mansion" A Down Under Reading at the Mansion, by Heather Taylor Johnson, an Australian poet, editor and UMW graduate; other local writers and musicians,including UMW Professor Steve Watkins, also will participate; 1201 College Ave.; 7-9 p.m.; free; 540/654-1536
(3/13 & 3/20) "The Princess Closet" The Fairy Godmother Project is asking for donations of gently-used and new formal wear and accessories for area young ladies in sponsorship of the Princess Closet open on April and 24. Your help is needed! Spring clean your closet for a purpose and support this worthy project. Collection Info: March 13 & 20, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ukrop's Commuter and 610 Commuter (behind McDonalds) Alternate pick-up arrangements may be made. For more information contact Tracey Watkins at 540/898-2562 or twatkins1501@yahoo.com
(3/14) "White Oak Volunteer Fire Department Spaghetti Dinner" at 12 Newton Road, Fredericksburg VA 22405. Please join us for a Spaghetti Dinner to benefit the White Oak Volunteer Fire Department, Sunday March 14 from 4-7 p.m. Coat is $5 per person (age 3 and under FREE). Hope to see you there! Thank you for helping us to continue to support the White Oak community!
(3/14) "Community Flea Market" at Chick Fil A Parking Lot, Route 610, Stafford VA 22554. Widewater Elementary School hosting a Community Flea Market Sunday, March 14 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sellers Wanted! First-come/first-serve basis. For more contact Kelly Gardner at 540/903-7934 or gardner551@aol.com
(3/14) "Gospel heirs Farewell concert" at First Baptist Church 13600 Minnieville Road, Woodbridge VA 22193. The Gospel Heirs have sung Southern Gospel Music throughout Northern Virginia for the past 14 years at Churches, retirement homes, the Fredericksburg Fair, the Gospel Chicken House and many other local venues. Songs from their CD "Feelin' Might Fine" have been aired on the WFLS Sunday Morning Gospel show. Join them on March 14 for a free farewell concert at their home Church. It will be an evening you will not soon forget! For more information contact Palmer Triplett at 703/878-4468 or palmertriplett@comcast.net
(3/15) Fredericksburg Pride Meeting from 7-9 p.m. at 1210 Princess Ann St. Fredericksburg VA. 22401. We will be talking about up coming events and the Festival.
(3/20) "Little Lambs Children's Consignment Sale" 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 6170 Plank Road, Fredericksburg VA 22407. HUGE Children's Consignment Sale! Save money and shop a huge selection of children's clothing, toys, furniture, baby gear,nursery items and more! Interested in consigning? Contact sale@resurrectionpeople.org to register.
(3/20) "The 2010 Fredericksburg Women's Expo" at 2371 Carl D. Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg VA 22401.
(3/20) "Blood Drive" The Fredericksburg Rescue Squad will be hosting a Blood Drive Saturday March 20, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Rescue Squad building 510 William Street. You can help save lives in about an hour. Please bring a photo ID. For more information contact Michelle Banks at 540/373-0676.
(3/22) "Help A Local Marine" at County Fair, 11 Hope Road, Stafford VA 22554. Monday, 3/22 $10 cash gets you a burger, fries and drink 5-8 p.m. All proceeds go to help build a home for Sgt. Kiernan a marine from Fredericksburg. To help go to http://www.homesforourtroops.org/site/PageServer?pagename=StevenKiernan
(3/27) The Men's Ministry of Spotswood Baptist Church is having its 5th ANNUAL WILD GAME DINNER with special guest Byron Tabor. Bryon is host of the TV video series DOMINION and he will be speaking as well as demonstrating his archery skills. Go to www.mensconnection.org for more information.
(3/27) The Courtland High School PTSA invites crafters to participate in THE 7th ANNUAL SPRING CRAFT SHOW. For more info, call Courtland High School.
(3/28) "UMW Faculty Brass Quintet" at University of Mary Washington, 1301 College Ave. Fredericksburg VA 22401. Featuring the music of Holst, Bernstein and Bach; Pollard Hall, Room 304; 3 p.m.; FREE; 540/654-1012
(3/31) "From Pop to Peep" at University of Mary Washington 1301 College Ave., Fredericksburg VA 22401. (Lecture) How We're Learning to Love Watching Ourselves and Our Neighbors (in the age of reality television, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and so much more!), by Hal Niedzviecki, author of " The Peep Diaries: How We're Learning to Love Watching Ourselves and Our Neighbors"; sponsored by the departments of psychology, sociology and anthropology, and computer science, and CARC; Jepson Hall, Room 100; 7:30 p.m.; (540) 654-1559.
(3/31) "Art on Tap" at J Brian's Tap Room, 200 Hanover St. Fredericksburg VA 22401. Showcasing the local artistic talents of PANK'S! resident finest: Laura Honsinger, John M. Lee Jr., Heidi Capman, Alex Russell, and More. A month long exhibition. AJ. Brian's First! This event starts March 1st and ends March 31st and runs 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. For more information contact Paul Jason C. McDowell at 540/735-6183 or kirkjncc1703@aol.com
(3/31) "Spotlight Exhibition" Gari Melchers' painting Madonna of the Rappahannock, on loan from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, will be the feature of a spotlight exhibition; Gari Melchers Home and Studio, 224 Washington Street, Falmouth; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily except Wednesdays; $10 for adults, students under 18 with an accompanying adult are free; 540/654-1015.
(4/5) "Creative Collage Class" at Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont, 224 Washington St., Falmouth VA 22401. Catered towards second through eighth grade students, the hand-on class will explore examples of collage from artists like Picasso and Matisse; Students will compose collages using recycled paper and unique materials from sources; Gari Melchers Home and Studio, 224 Washington Street, Falmouth; 1-3 p.m.; $20 for members, $25 for non-members; (540) 654-1851.
(4/5) "Preschool Sculpture Studio" Sepecifically for four through six-year-olds,students will visit the grounds and studio and create a 3-D work of art; the hands-on class will explore many sculpting techniques while using Styofoam and clay; Gari Melchers Home and Studio, 224 Washington Street, Falmouth; 10-11:30 a.m.; $20 for members, $25 for non-members; (540) 654-1851
(4/6-4/8) "Spring Break Art Camp" For students in third through twelfth grade; the camp will focus on two major projects, a mixed-media creation to take home and a group mural project to share with the community; Gari Melchers Home and Studio, 224 Washington Street, Falmouth; 9:30 a.m.-noon each day; $80 for members, $95 for non-members; (540) 654-1851.
(4/11) Spring Open House" The formal gardens and woodland paths and trails will be open at Gari Melchers Home and Studio; The House Museum and Studio will both be open for tours throughout the day; Gari Melchers Home and Studio, 224 Washington Street, Falmouth; 10 a.m. to 5p.m.; free (540) 654-1015.
(4/17) It's time for the Habitat for Humanity Ride VA 2010 Poker Run! This year's Poker Run will begin/end at Morton's BMW Motorcycles(5099 Jefferson Davis Highway, in the Four Mile Fork Shopping Center) For more info, go to www.mortonsbmw.com
(4/17) "Benefit Basket Bingo" Mine Run Fire Department in Mine Run, Virginia. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6 p.m. Guaranteed 15 games, tickets are $20 (all those who purchase tickets at least one week in advance will receive an extra pack with 3 cards) There will also be raffles and door prizes. If you are interested, or have any questions, please feel free to contact Sherry Garner at 540/735-5473 or at ilveyawne@yahoo.com. All proceeds will go to benefit the American Cancer Society: Relay For Life. This Bingo is in no way affiliated with the Longaberger Basket Company, but all baskets are official Longaberger products. Thank you and hope to see you there!
(4/17) "3rd Annual Kyle Wilson Walk for Fitness" at Hylton High School, 14051 Spriggs Road, Woodbridge VA 22193. 10K "Chip Timed" run event at 8 a.m. ($25 registration fee) 10K walk at 10 a.m. (FREE) For more information go to kylewilsonmemorial.com.
(4/24) "4th annual Car, Truck, Tractor, and Motorcycle show" 4th annual Bethany Country Crusie this is a car, truck, tractor, and motorcycle show. Held on April 24, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. registration deadline 12 noon at Bethany Baptist church 5001 Arcadia Road Woodford Va. This is a laid back come have a good time type of car show everything from commercial trucks and antique equipment to primered to complete restorations welcome. Trophies for top 3 in every class. Free admission vehicle registration fee is $15 please bring a non perishable food for the local food bank. For more information please call 540/842-6987 or bethanybaptistwoodford.org
(4/24-25) "Gap Divided" an authentic War Between the States living history and reenactment. at Town of Cumberland Gap, Colwyn Street, Cumberland Gap TN 37724. Visitors will be able to see the battles close up as well as infantry, cavalry, and artillery demonstrations. There will be opportunities to visit authentic Civil War encampments, and eight stations presenting civil war talks and demonstrations on equipment and different branches of the army.The Ladies will have a Period Tea and Fashion show.Sunday is an abbreviated day with period church services and other Civil War activities before the soldiers start moving out at 4 p.m. For more information you may call John Ravnum at 423/869-2282 or Linda at 423/869-3860 or visit townofcumberlandgap.com
(5/15) "King George High School SkillsUSA Car Show" at 10100 Foxes Way, King George VA 22485. Top 25 Open Show. Awards for People's Choice, Ladies Choice, and Best Work in Progress, etc. This event is to raise funds for our SkillsUSA student organization. All money raised will be used to send students to district, state and national competitions. Concessions will be available for purchase. Spectators are free. For more information contact Cathy Fedder at 540/775-3535 x2186 or cfedder@kgcs.k12.va.us
(5/22) Celebrate America! at King George High School, 10010 Foxes Way, King George VA 22485. The Studio presents it's annual Spring Show, Celebrate America! on Saturday, May 22 at King George High School at 4:30 p.m. in the afternoon. Artwork, Dance, Music, and Theatrical performances will pay tribute to our great nation. Tickers can be purchased at the door. $5 adults, $3 students, and children 3 and under are free. Please visit thestudiokg.com for more information.
(7/8-7/10)9th Annual Virginia Southern Gospel Jubilee at Glen Maury Park 10th Street, Buena Vista, VA 24416. The Jubilee is a free event with three evenings of professional southern gospel singing groups and musicians performing to hundreds of people. Camp parking and food concessions will be available. Everyone is advised to bring a lawn chair for comfortable seating. Thur. July 8 and Fri. July 9, the event will begin at 6 p.m. but on Sat. July 10 starting time is 5 p.m. Special guests include: Thurs.: The English Family and Restoration. Fri.: Soul'd Out Quartet and The Shepherds. Sat.: The Perrys; Greater; and The Pentecostal Outreach Church Choir. Local talent perform each evening also. For more information please go to VaSouthernGospelJubilee.com or call 540/261-2556.
(9/11) Hartwood Days Festival in Hartwood VA, 25 Hartwood Road, Fredericksburg VA 22406. Held on PATRIOTS DAY this year, this FREE event is held at the Hartwoos Festival Grounds, in the Historic District of Hartwood, VA (Fredericksburg, VA) along the Civil War Trail, the Hartwood Days 2010 Community and Youth Festival will offer Families and Youth of ALL ages many opportunities to have fun and learn something new (or maybe something old). Start out eith our traditionsl Salt Fish Breakfast, then take a "Walk through Time", Grab a bite to eat, play one of the games, listen to a group, and check out all of the different booths, demonstrations, exhibits, and vendors. LOTS of activities for Youth, including the Trailblazer Adventure program!! Make sure that if you have Girl, Boy, or Cub Scouts in your area, you bring them out to the Badge Day event, held on the grounds! Don't miss it!!! For more information contact the Festival Committee at 540/270-7914 or hartwoodday@crew1717.org
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