By Marty Morrison, University of Mary Washington (UMW) director of Media and Public Relations
The following UMW April cultural events will be held at 1301 College Ave., Fredericksburg, unless otherwise listed.
Tuesday, April 1 The Chappell Great Lives Lecture Series, Henry VIII, by Jeremy Black, British historian and professor of history at University of Exeter; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium; 7:30 p.m.; free; (540) 654-1065.
By Susan Larson
This edition of Fredericksburg Weekend features events and entertainment March 28 & 29, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for details.
Is your event missing from the list? Add it to the comments section!
Rappahannock Area Kids on the Block 25th Anniversary Celebration & Family Fun Bingo NightFriday, March 28, 6:30 – 8 p.m.Salem Fields Community Church, 1112 Gordon Rd., Fredericksburg
$5 donation to play Bingo.
By Susan Larson
You can participate in the making of a ‘Fredericksburg Happy’ video.
“We were inspired by the efforts of other cities, with their version of the Pharrell Williams song “Happy,” said the group of businesses coordinating the video.
Meet in Market Square, 907 Princess Anne St., at 6 p.m. Friday, April 4, 2014. “Show up, do your thing and be in the video,” the group said.
By Susan Larson
In honor of National Poetry Month, the Rappahannock Regional Library is sponsoring its annual Teen Poetry Contest.
Teens from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania and Westmoreland in grades 7 through 12 are invited to submit up to three original poems. Out-of-region library cardholders may also enter.
Compiled by Susan Larson
Easter Egg Hunts at Historic Kenmore
Now through April 18 upon request for groups of 10–15. Kenmore, 1201 Washington Ave., Fredericksburg. Story time, take-home crafts and candy-filled eggs. Call 540-370-0732, ext. 24, or email Vickie Hayes at [email protected].
By Susan Larson
It’s a busy weekend in Fredericksburg with First Friday Art Walk, the Fredericksburg Spring Arts and Crafts Faire, Easter Bunny Visits and Easter Egg Hunts, and opportunities to contribute to the beauty of our area planting with Tree Fredericksburg.
The Weekend Planner is designed to present a brief overview of your options. Click the hyperlinks for more details.
By Susan Larson
Market Square was filled with happy people Friday evening for the production of FXBG Happy, inspired by Pharrell Williams’ song “Happy,”
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By Woodie L. Walker, community conservationist, Friends of the Rappahannock
Explore the legacy of Hunter’s Island in the Rappahannock River from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. April 12. The short float to the island and the day’s hike will be led by the Friends of the Rappahannock and the island’s owner Mary Ellen Wheeler, local architect and history enthusiast.
Eagle Scout candidate Devin Hudson of Troop 1777 recently cleared the two-mile trail on Hunter’s Island in preparation for the trip.
Events and activities in the Fredericksburg area for the weekend of April 11 – 13, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for complete details, including registration and cost.
FRIDAY, April 11
By Susan Larson
The video brainchild of Melvin Brown of Video Mann Productions has traveled from Fredericksburg’s Market Square to thousands of viewers on network television and YouTube.
Compiled by Susan Larson
Weather reports call for a beautiful Easter weekend. Take advantage of these outdoor events. Click the hyperlinks for more details.
SATURDAY, April 19
Here’s a list of events in Fredericksburg for the weekend of April 25 – 27, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for complete details. If you know of another event, please add it in the comments section below. Thank you!
FRIDAY, April 25
Kickshaw’s Downtown Market Just Dance Dance Off
7 p.m. at The Center for Faith and Leadership, 1514 College Ave., Fredericksburg.
Free.
Story and photos by Larry Faulkner
Downtown Fredericksburg has many hidden treasures worth seeking. Water Street Studio is one of those.
Up a flight of steps at 915 A Sophia St., then a hard right turn at the top leads you to a dynamic arts center created by a trio of equally dynamic artists.
By Susan Larson
The James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library premiers its summer First Friday History Trivia Night series May 2, 2014.
By Susan Larson
Casey Alan Shaw will be exhibiting paintings, prints and drawings focused on Fredericksburg subjects at his first solo show in May and June. His exhibition — “FXBG” — will be held at Studio A Gallery, upstairs at 1011A Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg.
“This is the very first time a large group of my work will be gathered in one venue,” Shaw said. “My recent work focuses on my love for the scenery of Fredericksburg and its icons.”
By Casey Shaw
“In the Mist,” an exhibition of new works by Fredericksburg artist Cathy Herndon, is the featured show at Art First Gallery from Tuesday, April 29, through Sunday, June 1, 2014.
An opening reception will be held in conjunction with Fredericksburg First Friday from 6 – 9 p.m. on May 2.
By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg Parks & Recreation begins its 17th annual Picnic in the Park summer concert series in Hurkamp Park on Tuesday, May 6.
Bring a picnic lunch, a blanket and the kids and enjoy live music, a moon bounce and other activities from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday in May, June and September — except May 27 and September 2.
By Susan Larson
The Children’s Museum of Richmond (CMoR) opens its 12,000-square-foot Fredericksburg satellite location at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2014.
This edition of Weekend Planner was compiled by Fredericksburg.Today Publisher Susan Larson.
After a Friday filled with rain showers and possible thunderstorms, the weekend in Fredericksburg is expected to be partly sunny with day time highs near 72. Take advantage of the nice weather to enjoy one of the many special events scheduled in the Fredericksburg area.
Click the hyperlinks for additional details.
By Susan Larson
The three races of the Marine Corps Historic Half will impact traffic (map) in Fredericksburg, beginning at 5 a.m. on Sunday, May 18. Each race begins at 7 a.m., in different locations. Roads will reopen as soon as the last runners pass each area of the courses.
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