Community members and division staff will gather at the Courthouse Community Center to sort the coats and organize them for distribution to SCPS schools.
Operation Warm – Coats for Kids Distribution Event
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SCPS Schools Contribute to Hurricane Relief
Students at Anthony Burns Elementary, Garrisonville Elementary, and Rodney E. Thompson Middle schools are collecting food and supplies to send to North Carolina to contribute to rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Florence.
Legal Aid Works sponsors jazz concert
Half the proceeds are used for music student scholarships at University of Mary Washington, and the other half supports the mission of Legal Aid Works
Third Annual Halloween “Cones for Kids” Campaign
Guests dining at their local Friendly’s restaurant now through October 31 can support Boys and Girls Club programming with a $1 donation.
News from the Brisben Center
A message from N. David Cooper, Executive Director, meet staff member Shelly Shipman, and two residents’ stories from the Brisben Center.
Statement on Consideration of Fones Cliffs Violations by Attorney General
FOR is pleased to share the news that the Virginia Office of the Attorney General is joining the discussion on enforcement of violations by Fones Cliffs’ developer, Virginia True Corporation.FOR is pleased to share
VA State Fair Seeking Volunteers
Volunteers are needed daily, Sept. 28-Oct. 7, 2018. The SFVA welcomes groups, schools and individuals.
Fred-este Seeking Volunteers for Pizza Palooza
The Fredericksburg-Este Organization’s Third Annual Pizza Palooza is coming up on Saturday, September 15, and they are seeking volunteers.
Rappahannock Adult Activities Fall Mum Sale
Rappahannock Adult Activities’ seventh annual Fall Plant Sale will feature chrysanthemums grown by the center’s participants.
Diaper Need Awareness Week Sep. 24-30
The Diaper Bag is an FA Service League Signature Program that provides diapers and diaper wipes to families experiencing diaper need in Fredericksburg.
What’s New at Brisben Center?
Three new projects are progressing concerning energy costs of the Center, nutritional education, and a new mentoring program.
Austen’s Communitas Walk for Brain Aneurysm Awareness
5k Walk for Brain Aneurysm Awareness in honor of Austen Dunn to be held September 22, 2018 at Old Mill Park in Fredericksburg.
Collect For Kids Backpack Stuffing Event
Who: Stafford County Public Schools School Board Members Acting Superintendent Pamela M. Kahle Superintendent Dr. Scott Kizner SCPS Staff and students What: Organization and Distribution of school supplies for SCPS students When: Wednesday, August 29, 2018, 8:00 a.m....
Pediatrician Creates Program to Help Fight Food Insecurity
The Doctor Yum Project provides free produce packs to families in need with fresh produce and resources for preparing them.
United Way supports making EITC Refundable in VA
The Rappahannock United Way wants to make low-moderate-income tax credit refundable in Virginia to benefit hard-working families.
Mental Health America of Fredericksburg hosts ‘Another Day Walk’
MHAF will be hosting their annual Another Day Walk to support The Campaign for Suicide Prevention on Saturday, September 29.
Upcoming Events at the Community Foundation
Girls in Politics workshop, free film screening, and the Ring in the Holidays annual event upcoming at the Community Foundation.
Grants Provide Academics, Enrichment & Opportunity
The VDOE is awarding 29 new grants to fund 21st Century Community Learning Centers in communities across the commonwealth.
Rappahannock Rotary Presents Business in Ethics Award
Allen Harrison was presented the 2018 Ethics in Business Award for demonstrating the highest ethical standards in his business practices.
Tips for Packing Healthy School Lunches on a Budget
Dr. Yum serves up tips on how to pack affordable healthy lunches this school year, including a recipe for Rainbow Veggie Pinwheels!
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