Fredericksburg arts icon Johnny P. Johnson presents “Rhythm & More” as the featured show at Art First Gallery in March.
The exhibition of new works will be celebrated with a First Friday reception from 6 – 9 p.m. on March 7.
“There is no artist in Fredericksburg who has so deeply touched and influenced so many of the area’s neighbors, friends, artists and students,” said fellow artists Dan Finnegan and Kathleen Walsh.
By Susan Larson
First Friday Fredericksburg is a monthly celebration of the arts. Downtown Fredericksburg galleries, and businesses are open late on the first Friday of every month with art openings and special events. Some restaurants also host openings and special music.
White House Easter Egg Roll tickets will be distributed through an online lottery system beginning at 10 a.m. Friday, March 7, and closing at 10 a.m. Monday, March 10.
Compiled by Melina Downs, UMW Office of Media and Public Relations
All events are at the University of Mary Washington, 1301 College Ave., Fredericksburg, unless otherwise listed.
Tuesday, March 11 – Tuesday, April 8 – Class, Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Course, by Bill Brooks; Combs Hall, Room 4; Tuesdays 5:30 – 7 p.m.; free; Registration required by emailing ypanzhin@umw.edu.
Top ‘o the morning to ya! St. Patrick’s Day is Monday, March 17, so it’s time for Fredericksburg’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration. Here’s a sampling of that and other weekend events. Please click the hyperlinks for full details.
By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg Ballet Center (FBC) Irish Dancers
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15
Near Belk at the Spotsylvania Towne Centre, 3102 Plank Rd., Fredericksburg.
By Susan Larson
The following Fredericksburg events are scheduled the week of March 24 – 28, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for details.
MONDAY, March 24
Fredericksburg Main Street Initiative Community Meeting, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, March 25
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 hayes@gwffoundation.org.
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.
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