The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its Leadership Fredericksburg 2015 class.
An application can be obtained online by clicking here, or by calling the chamber office at 540- 373-9400.
When Everything Goes Wrong, Find Your Happy Place
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Have you ever had one of those days where everything and I mean everything just seems to go wrong? The phone rings and you are almost afraid to answer it because you just don’t want any more bad news?
Interview Skills for Your High Schooler
A bi-weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Elizabeth Colon, Above Grade Level Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia
I realize that many of your high-schoolers have already solidified a summer job, but for those that are still working on it or have been declined for an opportunity, here are some interview skills to help.
Where Are Those Papers?
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Do you every go into stress mode asking that same question, “Where are those papers?” I’m willing to bet that we have all at least thought it, if not said it out loud.
Reclaim Your Space
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Are you ready to reclaim your space? It can be a great “idea” and yet seem too overwhelming to ever achieve. Reclaiming your space usually means starting a project, and the thought of starting yet another project can be daunting.
Fraser Wood Elements Opens Downtown
Fraser Wood Elements at 820 Caroline St. is owned by David Fraser. The shop features reclaimed and refinished wood products, including flooring, furniture and decorative accessories. Fraser also sells wooden accessories and furniture made in the Fredericksburg area.
Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily, or as posted.
Telephone: 540-373-0853
Facebook: frasewoodelements
Sight Studio Optometry Opens on Caroline St.
By Susan Larson
Sight Studio Optometry has opened at 829 Caroline St.
The full-service eye care store includes eye exams, pediatric eye care, a large frame selection, contacts, laser vision consultations, and diagnosis and management of ocular diseases.
Adam and Mitra Madison are the doctors of optometry at the location. They also work with Dr. Wade Fiegel, O.D., at Eye Care Doctors of Optometry, 1669 Carl D. Silver Pkwy in Central Park.
$500 Offered for Fredericksburg Photo
The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) will pay $500 to the first individual or organization to submit a qualifying photo showing the exterior facade of the building at 1010 Caroline St. before it was renovated in 1955.
Tim and Margaret Park, who have operated Tim’s Mart at that location since 1985, are selling the 26,000-square-foot building.
Fredericksburg EDA Approves 22K in Grants
The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) has approved $22,000 in grants to support city businesses and events.
Grants include:
Mary Washington Hospital Top-Ranked by U.S. News
By Susan Larson
Mary Washington Hospital has been ranked fifth best of the 56 hospitals in U.S. News 2014-15 list of Best Hospitals in Washington DC Metropolitan Area, and sixth best in Virginia.
Take Time to Rest
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Last summer we took a much needed (and over-extended) vacation to the Midwest U.S. We travelled through 15 states, saw the sites, enjoyed the beauty, and most of all, took time to rest.
Kickshaws Downtown Market Opens July 19
By Susan Larson
Kickshaws Downtown Market will open this weekend at 101 William St. in Fredericksburg. The small grocery store features organic, locally sourced, all-natural and gluten-free products.
Hours for opening weekend are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, July 19, and 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, July 20.
Scammers Targeting REC Members
By Susan Larson
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is warning its members of scammers who have been calling to demand immediate payment for services.
“The scammers claim that electric service will be disconnected unless the bill is paid immediately,” said Maxie Rozell, REC’s manager of safety, security and risk management. “In addition, some have claimed there is a problem with the electric meter that could result in a fire if payment for replacement is not made immediately.”
Sandwich Invitational Kicks-Off Restaurant Week
By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg’s fourth annual Summer Restaurant Week will kick-off with a new event for 2014. Thirteen independently owned downtown restaurants will compete in the FXBG Sandwich Invitational from 6 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 31.
Five Guys, Aladin, Pizza King Inspection Report
By Susan Larson
Rappahannock Area Health District (RAHD) officials inspected four Fredericksburg establishments July 4 – 21, 2014.
(Each restaurant name is hyper-linked so you can click to and read the full report.)
Pork Belly Sliders Made with Kölsch Beer
By Susan Larson
The Bavarian Chef Fredericksburg is one of 13 restaurants participating in the FXBG Sandwich Invitational on July 31 in Hurkamp Park.
The restaurant’s competition sandwich is a Krustenbraten Pretzel Slider.
Self Management vs. Time Management
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Recently, I listened to a very wise man speak about Self Management vs. Time Management. My first thought was that this was a very odd topic for a minister. I was amazed at what he shared, and how he shared it, and I feel the need to share his insights with you. The concept is that we don’t need to learn better time management. Rather, we need to learn better self-management.
Orion Sushi Bar & Ultra Lounge Closes
By Susan Larson
Ryan Bullock, owner of The Orion Sushi Bar & Ultra Lounge, announced on Facebook he has closed his restaurant as of Saturday, July 19, 2014.
Bullock has lived in the Fredericksburg area his entire life and moved into the city in 2012 to run for mayor. He opened The Orion at 318 William St. last summer. Following is what he wrote on Facebook about his decision.
Name Capital Ale’s Sandwich Invitational Entry
By Susan Larson
Capital Ale House Fredericksburg Sous Chef Sean Patrick Duffie has his recipe ready for the July 31 FXBG Sandwich Invitational, but the sandwich doesn’t yet have a name. He’s open to suggestions.
The sandwich is a play on the restaurant’s successful Salmon and lox combination, Duffie said. “I wanted to make a nice, lite, colorful summer sandwich,” he said.
Heritage Becomes Pappagallo Fine Gifts and Imports
By Susan Larson
Suzanne Metzger had been working as a senior business analyst at Geico in Stafford for 15 years and was ready for a change when an opportunity presented itself. The owner of Heritage Gifts and Imports was selling. Metzger bought the store’s inventory and changed the name to Pappagallo Fine Gifts and Imports. The shop is located at 300 William St., across from Hyperion Espresso.
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