The Rappahannock Historical Society sponsors the dedication of the Civil War Trails marker, “The Rappahannock Old Guard,” at the Rappahannock County Visitors Center (7 Library Road, Washington) at 3 p.m. The Historical Society is especially interested in having descendants of the 6th Virginia Cavalry, Company B, participate. Contact the society at 540-675-1163 or rapphistsoc@comcast.net.
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Rappahannock Youth Group
Rappahannock Youth Group’s next outdoor event is 3 to 6 p.m. at Meadowbrook Farm, Huntly. Preregistration is appreciated. For more information, contact Dee Vest at 540-675-1089 or deidrev190@comcast.net.
May. 19, 2012
Remington Ryde at Theatre
Pennsylvania-based bluegrass band Remington Ryde performs at 8 at the Theatre in Washington (291 Gay St.), with Ryan Frankhouser on guitar and lead vocals, Billy Lee Cox on banjo, Dan Stewart on mandolin and Wally Yoder on bass. The band performs some 150 dates a year around the U.S. Together 10 years, the band is known for its solid traditional bluegrass and its comedy. Tickets are $20 ($10 for students 17 and younger); call 540-675-1253 or email theatreva@aol.com for reservations.
Bluegrass at Narmada
Narmada Winery features a concert by Rappahannock-based band Narrow Path Bluegrass, led by Brian Taylor, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the winery pavilion. Cost is $10 per person ($5 for wine club members).
Williams fund dinner
Mary Beth Williams Memorial Fund’s annual fundraiser and dinner is 4:30 p.m. at High Thicket on 367 Fletchers Mill Rd., Woodville, with bluegrass by Shenandoah Travelers and guests including Del. Michael Webert. All are invited. Tickets ($80 per couple, $40 per person) are available at the Rappahannock Cooperative Extension Service office in Washington, or call 540-675-3619.
Miss Rappahannock
Miss Rappahannock Pageant, sponsored by the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad, starts at 3 p.m. at Rappahannock County Elementary School. The pageant is open to contestants from Rappahannock, Page, Madison, Warren, Fauquier and Culpeper counties (with the exception of the Miss Rappahannock category, ages 16-19, whose contestants must be Rappahannock residents or attend school in the county. Registration and rehearsal are 2 p.m. Saturday, May 12. For more information or an application, contact Deanna Wayland at 540-987-8366 or deannaleigh8@msn.com.
Vigil reenactment
The Seventh Virginia Infantry Regiment, Company A, presents its annual 24-hour Vigil at Fairview Cemetery in Culpeper. The event begins at 10 a.m. Saturday and ends at 10 a.m. Sunday. During the vigil, Confederate reenactors guard the mass Confederate grave in half-hour shifts. During the late afternoon Saturday and Sunday morning, the names of the soldiers buried there will be read. Short closing ceremony at 10 a.m. Sunday. Nearly 600 Confederate soldiers who died at the Culpeper Confederate Hospital are buried at the Fairview Cemetery site. The public is invited to visit with the reenactors and attend the event. For information, call Capt. Steve Hensley at 540-222-7082.
Ruritan food drive
Saturday from 9 to noon is the last morning of the Amissville Ruritan Club’s annual canned food drive to benefit the Rappahannock Food Pantry. A club member will be at the collection box at Hackley’s Store (14820 Lee Hwy., Amissville) to answer questions about the Ruritans and their work in the community. For more information, contact Elizabeth Streagle at 540-522-9100.
Amissville breakfast
Amissville United Methodist Men serve breakfast from 8 to 10 in the church social hall (14760 Lee Hwy.) All proceeds are used in the service to others. For more information, call 540-937-4672.
Soap Box Derby sale
Rappahannock County Soap Box Derby drivers hold a yard/plant sale on the grounds of Sperryville Schoolhouse from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Derby cars with drivers will greet shoppers as they choose from a wide selection of collectibles, spring plants and herbs and more. Funds raised will benefit Rappahannock-sponsored cars in the Culpeper local Derby race in June. Additional donated items welcome (no clothes). For more information, call Thom Pellikaan at 540-987-8447.
WVF&R buffet
Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue hosts an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet from 7 to 11 at the fire hall. Cost is $8 ($4 ages 4 to 12, younger free). All proceeds support the company’s daily operations. For information, call 540-675-3615.
Relay for Life
The American Cancer Society’s annual Rappahannock County Relay for Life weekend marathon walk is at Rappahannock County High School track. Opening ceremony starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday, closing at 8 p.m. Sunday. For information, contact Katherine Todd at 540-522-6656 or katherinec07@aol.com, or call Ellen Timbers at 540-987-8402.
May. 17, 2012
Festive Progressives
Festive Progressives meets the Flint Hill Public House from 7 to 8:30 p.m., a new social opportunity for area liberals. No sign up, fee or commitment; food and drinks available for purchase from the pub menu. Approved and supported by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee (rappdems.org). For more information, call Kay Beatty at 540-560-9232.
Wine dinner
Four-course gourmet dinner is 6 to 8 p.m. at Flint Hill Public House with Rappahannock Cellars winemaker Jason Burrus, who will present a selection of the winery’s best wines with the courses. Fee is $85 per person (including tax and gratuity); call 540-675-1700 to reserve or visit www.flinthillva.com for more information.
May. 16, 2012
Free Clinic
Rappahannock Free Clinic is open 5 to 9 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Health Department, Main Street, Washington with registration from 5 to 6. More details from the Fauquier Free Clinic at 540-347-0394.
May. 15, 2012
Junior gardeners workshop
Fourth- through seventh-graders are invited to an after-school Farm to Table/4-H workshop at 4 p.m. at the Mountain Laurel Montessori Farm School (23 Sunny Slope Lane, Flint Hill) for those who enjoy nature, gardens, plants and bugs and want to know more about becoming a certified Junior Master Gardener (JMG), with RCPS Farm-to-Table’s Jenn Rattigan and Mountain Laurel’s farm manager and educator Mark Cuppett. Limited bus service from RCES. Call the Extension office at 540-675-3619 to sign up, or call Jenn Rattigan (443-827-2997) or Mark Cuppett (540-675-1011) for more information.
May. 12, 2012
Belle Meade fundraiser
Sarah and Jim Wildasin open the doors of Montpelier in Sperryville to host a fundraising supper for Belle Meade School from 5 to 8 p.m. Built in 1746 by Francis Thornton, the grand house overlooks the Blue Ridge and scenic F.T. Valley, which itself heralds Thornton’s legacy with his initials on road signs from Sperryville to Madison. Belle Meade’s “country casual” dinner on the grounds includes music by Dontez Inferno and a menu by chef Sylvie Rowand with foods from Belle Meade Farm and local wines, plus tours of the restored house and barns. Limited number of tickets available at $100 per person (ticket underwriting packages are available for individuals/corporations. Visit bellemeadeschool.org for ticket and other information.
Food Pantry Day
The county and town have designated May 12 as Food Pantry Day in Rappahannock County. Events include an open house from 1 to 3 at the pantry, and individuals and organizations are encouraged to celebrate Pantry Day through food drives, volunteer efforts, financial donations, and other activities. Also on that day, there will be a Pet Parade from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and a Vegetable Growing Demonstration from 11-12:30 p.m. at the Pantry. Evening fundraiser at the home of Beverly and John Fox Sullivan starts at 6 and features a whole roasted pig, lamb and curried goat and top Virginia wines, live music, a wine auction and more (tickets are $85). Reserve with an email to pantryday@rappahannockpantry.org or call 540-937-4038.
St. Peter’s bake sale
Saturday bake sale benefits the Rappahannock Food Pantry, sponsored by St. Peter’s Catholic Church from 9 to 2 at the soccer fields near Rappahannock Elementary School. (Look for the blue tent on Schoolhouse Road, just off U.S. 211.) For more information, call Fred Eggers at 540-987-7208.
Bake sale/plant sale
The Union First Market Banking on a Cure Relay for Life team holds a bake and plant sale starting at 8:30 a.m. at 211 Quickie Mart, 12663 Lee Hwy. For more information, call Phyllis Grogg 540-364-2640.
Church yard/bake sale
Gourdvine Baptist Church yard and bake sale is 8 to 1. Free spaces available. For more information, call 540-937-7227.
May. 11, 2012
Library lecture
Amissville writer Brad Isham will talk about his bow hunting experiences and how they led to “Sound of the String,” his first novel, at 8 p.m. at the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community’s (RAAC) “Second Friday at the Library” free lecture series. Call 540-675-3193 or visit raac.org for more information.
May. 9, 2012
In-orchard meetings:
Rappahannock Extension Office’s series of in-orchard meetings from April to July continues with an 11 a.m. meet-up at Lee’s Orchard (13153 Lee Hwy.), including a tour and a discussion of current insect and disease control recommendations and other management practices. After the tour there’s a (BYO) brown-bag lunch, with drinks furnished by the host. For more information, call 540-675-3619.
May. 7, 2012
Farm Tour meeting
County Office of Tourism and Farm Tour planning committee host a planning session for the 2012 Rappahannock County Farm Tour at 6 p.m. in the auditorium at the Sperryville Schoolhouse. Invited is anyone interested in getting involved with this year’s tour (Sept. 29-30), including participating tour venues, prospective planning committee members, volunteers for the weekend and vendors for the “All Things Rappahannock” Market. Information and applications will be available. RSVP to Candace Wroth at 540-675-5330 or info@visitrappahannockva.com.
May. 6, 2012
Piano recital
Pianist Audrey Andrist returns to the Theatre at Washington for a 3 p.m. recital of works by Schubert, Beethoven, Schumann and MacDonald. Tickets are $25 ($10 for students 17 and younger); for reservations, call 540-675-1253 or email to theatreva@aol.com.
ODHPC schooling shows
First of the 2012 series of Old Dominion Hounds Pony Club schooling shows is 9 a.m. at Windsor Lodge Farm, 51 Windsor Lodge Lane, Flint Hill. Divisions include regular and jumping derby combined tests (first-timers, elementary, beginner novice and novice levels) and dressage test-of-choice. Great shows for green horses and riders, or anyone wanting to have a relaxed, fun time with his or her horse. Entry form and information: www.odhponyclub.com, lesleyarnold@hughes.net or 540-636-2344.
May. 5, 2012
Butterfly celebration
Hospice of the Rapidan holds its 10th annual Butterfly Celebration from 1 to 3 in the gardens at Germanna Community College’s Locust Grove campus. Admission is free and open to all. Remember a loved one by purchasing a name dedication at $25 each. For more information, to make a dedication or purchase quilt raffle tickets, call 540-825-4840 or visit www.hotr.org.
Flint Hill stamp show/bake sale
The Flint Hill Post Office, Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Carolyn’s Live, Love and Laugh Relay for Life team present a show from the postmaster’s private stamp collection at Flint Hill fire hall (945 Fodderstack Rd.) from 8 to 5 today (and 12:30 to 5 Sunday, May 6). With fresh local baked goods, food specialties and a collection of stamps featuring antiquity to fantasy themes. For more information, call 540-635-4673.
May. 4, 2012
Chester Gap movie night
Chester Gap Volunteer Fire and Rescue’s movie night starts at 7 p.m. and features “Firehouse Dog.” No charge, but donations greatly appreciated. A snack pack will be available for purchase for $3; children of all ages welcome. For more information, call Angie Norman at 540-632-3072.
Amissville yard sale
Amissville United Methodist Women hold their annual yard sale from 8 to 2 at the church, 14760 Lee Hwy., Amissville. For more information, call 540-937-4672.
May. 1, 2012
Democrats meeting
Rappahannock County Democrats meet at 7 p.m. at Rappahannock County Library. Open to all. For more information, contact Steve Beatty at 540-522-2588 or visit rappdems.org.
Apr. 30, 2012
Conversation on Aging
Aging Together and the Rappahannock County Public Schools hold an annual Community Conversation on Aging at 3:30 p.m. in the Band Room of Rappahannock County High School. The conversation covers such topics as how to get students excited about healthcare careers, how to develop a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program in Rappahannock and how do to support local rescue squads. All are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 540-829-6405 or email info@agingtogether.org.
Apr. 29, 2012
‘Mountain Memories’
Jim Lillard is the speaker at the Rappahannock Historical Society’s “Mountain Memories” presentation, 3 to 5 p.m. at the Washington Town Hall. Lifelong Madison County resident Lillard will speak and show photographs of the families who lived in the local mountains before the area became part of the Shenandoah National Park. Refreshments; free, but donations are always welcome. Contact Rappahannock Historical Society at 540-675-1163 or rapphistsoc@comcast.net.
Youth group cookout
Inaugural event for Christian-based youth group supported by local churches includes hiking, hayride and a cookout today at 3 p.m. at the home of John and Dee Vest, 190 Resettlement Rd., Huntly. Must have parental permission/liability waiver. To sign up or for more information, call Dee Vest 540-675-1089.
Apr. 28, 2012
‘Under Our Skin’ film
The award-winning documentary about Lyme disease, “Under Our Skin,” is screened at the Theatre at Washington at 8 p.m. The screening, meant to help raise awareness about Lyme disease, is free. The Theatre’s at 291 Gay St., Washington. For more information about the film, visit underourskin.com.
Womanless Beauty Pageant
Carolyn’s “Live, Laugh, Love” Relay for Life team sponsors its annual “Womanless Beauty Pageant” (contestants are all men) at 6 p.m. at the Flint Hill fire hall. There’s a $10 registration fee for each contestant. Admission is $5 ($3 for kids ages 6 to 10, ages 5 and younger free). For details, call Karen Williams at 540-635-4673. Proceeds go to Carolyn’s “Live, Laugh, Love” Relay for Life team.
‘Into the woods’ at RCHS
Rappahannock County High School’s Drama Club presents its spring musical, “Into the Woods,” at 6 p.m. at the RCHS auditorium (with a Sunday matinee tomorrow at 1). Tickets are $7 in advance ($10 at the door). For reservations, email rpaulette@rappahannockschools.us.
Wakefield auction/dinner
Wakefield Country Day School’s annual Spring Auction and Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. at the school (1059 Zachary Taylor Hwy.). If you’re interested in attending the fundraiser, or donating an item or service for the silent auction, call Wakefield’s Jim Hart at 540-635-9555, ext. 231.
Hearthstone auction
Hearthstone School in Sperryville hosts its annual fundraising auction, starting with viewing and silent auction at 4, live auction at 5. Appetizers, wine and cheese; free admission. Auction items include gift certificates for area restaurants, inns and shops; artwork and handcrafted items; gift baskets and other gift items; specialty items; health and well-being services; summer camps; baked goods, and more. Check out our bargain table. After-auction entertainment at 7 with The Stinkbugs (Josh Lowe, Rafe Ruggiero, “Smiggy” Smith and Joe Whitesides) and Linda Orfila. For more information (or to donate auction items), call 540-987-9212.
Annual plant sale
The 11th annual Rappahannock Spring Plant Sale is 9 to 3, rain or shine, at Waterpenny Farm, 53 Waterpenny Lane, Sperryville. One-stop shopping for annual, perennial, herb and vegetable plants as well as vines, shrubs and trees. New additions this year include iris, peonies and orchids. Food and drinks courtesy of Belle Meade School. Plant-A-Row/Food Pantry information booth. For more information, call 540-987-8567.
Seniors breakfast
Homecooked breakfast benefits the Rappahannock Senior Center; it’s 7:30 to 11 at the center, 111 Scrabble Road, Castleton. Ham biscuits, breakfast casseroles, pancakes, waffles, scrambled eggs, fried apples, biscuits and sausage gravy, homemade baked goods and more. Music by the Stoneridge Bluegrass Band. No set price; donations appreciated. For more information, call Darcy Canton at 540-987-3638.
Apr. 27, 2012
Blue Ridge Chorale
Blue Ridge Chorale directed by Carole Tomhave presents “Out of the Stars,” a multimedia concert, at 7 p.m. at the Daniel Technology Center at Germanna Community College’s Culpeper campus. Silent auction, cafe-style atmosphere. Tickets $18 ($8 children). The Chorale also performs at 4 on Sunday (April 29) at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 1200 Old Rixeyville Rd., Culpeper (tickets $15; $5 children; $35 family). Order tickets online at www.brcsings.com or call 540-948-4573.
Apr. 26, 2012
Cantor staff at library
A staff representative from U.S. Rep. Eric Cantor’s office is available from 2 to 3 to discuss constituent concerns at the Rappahannock Library. To contact the congressman’s district office, call 800-438-3793 or visit cantor.house.gov online.
Apr. 25, 2012
Belle Meade after-school
After-school programs at Belle Meade School, 353 F.T. Valley Road, Sperryville, start this afternoon, 4 to 5:30 p.m., and continue through April 30. Lectures include “Manners and Mind” (see the world through the eyes of the New Yorker magazine, for grades seven through 10); “Introduction to Electric Circuits” (learn the basics of electronic components and circuits used in everyday devices for grades four to seven); and Chess Club (students in grades four through 10 with an interest can learn the basics or enhance their existing skills in study and practice. For more information, call 540-987-8970.
In-orchard meetings
Rappahannock Extension Office’s series of in-orchard meetings from April to July begins with today’s 11 a.m. meet-up at Williams Orchard (13415 Crest Hill Rd.) with a tour followed by a discussion of current insect and disease control recommendations and other management practices. After the tour, brown-bag lunch (BYO) with drinks furnished by the host. For more information, call 540-675-3619.
RRRC retreat
In lieu of a regularly scheduled monthly meeting, the Rappahannock Rapidan Regional Commission (RRRC) annual board/staff retreat starts 11 a.m. at the Hazel River Inn, 195 E. Davis Street, Culpeper. For more information, call 540-829-7450.
Apr. 24, 2012
Dementia presentation
Neurologist Kristin Williams talks about “Memory Loss, Dementia and Aging” from 7 to 9 p.m. at Fauquier Hospital’s Sycamore Room, Warrenton. For free registration, call 540-316-3588 or visit fauquierhealth.org/classes-and-events. Attendees may also enroll in “Connections,” a free in-home program that supports caregiving families in Rappahannock County. Light refreshments. Sponsored by Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services (RRCS), Fauquier Health, the Alzheimer’s Association and Aging Together.
Spay/neuter clinic
Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) affordable spay and neuter services for Rappahannock and neighboring county dogs and cats is a partnership with Shenandoah Low Cost Spay/Neuter Veterinary Clinic. Fees range from $50 to $90; clinic starts at 7 a.m. To sign up or for more information, call RAWL in Amissville at 540-937-3336 or 540-937-3283, or visit rawldogs.org.
Apr. 22, 2012
Molasses Creek
The popular Outer Banks-based band Molasses Creek returns to the Theatre at Washington for a 3 p.m. show featuring a mix of contemporary folk and Americana that brings the listener back to a simpler time of picking tunes, sharing songs, stories and laughter on the porch with friends. Tickets are $20 ($10 for students 17 and younger); reserve them at 540-675-1253 or theatreva@aol.com.
Hearthstone open house
Hearthstone School, Sperryville, is open 2 to 4 p.m. for visits to the K-12 school and state-licensed daycare facility’s classrooms as well as to meet teachers and view student work at the school, where an arts-based academic curriculum, small classes and a Waldorf-based approach can bring your children alive in a loving and enriching environment. For more information, call 540-987-9212.
Bloodmobile
American Red Cross Bloodmobile visits the parish hall at Little Fork Episcopal Church from 11:30 to 4:30. Co-sponsored by the church men’s group and Little Fork Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Advance appointments and more information: 540-937-4306 or secretary@littleforkchurch.net. Walk-ins also welcome.
Youth worship service
Youth Group conducts the entire worship service with Christian music, a dance and a sermon, 11 a.m. at Gourdvine Baptist Church, 7103 Eggbornsville Rd., Rixeyville. For more information, call 540-937-2171.
Apr. 21, 2012
‘Heroes’
The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community (RAAC) presents two staged-reading performances of Tom Stoppard’s adaptation of “Heroes,” the tale of three retired WW I military officers reminiscing and scheming to escape the veterans’ home. Shows are 8 p.m. both Friday and Saturday, with different casts each night, at RAAC Community Theatre, 310 Gay St. Washington. Admission $10 each night; early reservations recommended, by email if possible, at raactheatre@yahoo.com. (Leave your name, whether you plan to attend the Friday, Saturday or both performances, and the number attending. If email is impossible, call 540-675-3193 and leave a message with your information and request.)
Band coffee house/dinner
Annual RCHS Band Coffee House is an evening of community performers and good food, starting 5 p.m. at Rappahannock County Elementary School auditorium. All-you-can-eat rotini pasta with red sauce is $20 ($5 students), including bread, drink, dessert and endless coffee, plus two raffle tickets. Music by the RCHS Jazz Band and local musical artists. For reservations, call Theresa Caporuscio (540-270-6072), Jan Makela (540-675-1373) or visit the Hair Gallery in Washington to make reservations and pay in advance. Dinner and music start at 5, live shows at 6. Visit rappband.com for more.
Reagan dinner
Rappahannock County Republican Committee’s annual Ronald Reagan Dinner is 6:30 p.m. at the Washington fire hall. Share the evening with family, friends and neighbors, free. Featured speaker is Jim Kuhn, author, advance man and former executive assistant to President Reagan. Dinner is potluck; please bring a covered dish to share. For additional information, contact Evelyn Kerr at 540-937-2650 or email kodaii1776@gmail.com.
‘Senior Prom’
Aging Together hosts its annual “Senior Prom” from 2 to 5 at Culpeper Christian School, 810 Old Rixeyville Rd., Culpeper. Adults 55 and older are encouraged to join the fun, which includes music, dancing, door prizes and light refreshments. Free. Call 540-829-6405 or email info@agingtogether.org for more information.
Bake sale/raffle tickets
Rappahannock County 4-H Livestock Club’s bake and raffle ticket sale is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rappahannock CFC (Farmer’s Coop). For more information, call Sandy Falls at 540-987-8142 or Lisa Dodson at 540-987-9350.
Ceramics open house
Far Ridge Ceramics Studio is open to visitors from 10 to 5. Come see how we make tapas plates that look like leaves, a new arts and crafts sunflower tile design, nature mosaic art tile panels with acorns, beetles, walnuts, cicadas, lizards and more at 164 Bunker Hill Lane, off Rock Mills Road. For more information, call 540-937-5605 or email libet@farridgeceramics.com.
Wildcrafting
Green Comfort School of Herbal Medicine and Apothecary offers a wildcrafting walk and workshop from 10 to 4. Fee: $75 (or barter). Group will identify and collect teasle (for Lyme disease), cleavers (for fibroids) and many more medicinal, edible herbs and wildflower plants. For more information, call Teresa Boardwine at 540-937-4283.
Fodderstack 10K
The annual Fodderstack 10K starts at 9 a.m. in Flint Hill, proceeds along its namesake route over hill and dale and finishes on level ground at the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street in Washington, where awards are given in 15 age categories, as well as special awards for Rappahannock finishers. Door prizes from local businesses and more. Preregistration price (ends April 16) is $20; you can register online or get more information at fodderstack10k.com (or by calling 540-675-5330).
Rabies clinic
Rabies vaccination clinic donated by Rene and John Nolan is 9 to 1 at Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL), 160 Weaver Rd., Amissville. Vaccination cost is $10 per animal, dogs or cats. All proceeds benefit RAWL. Vaccinations will be available for cats and dogs from any county (pets must be at least four months old). Details: 540-937-3336 or rawldogs.org.
Grandma’s Attic indoor yard sale
Washington Baptist Church holds its Grandma’s Attic indoor yard sale from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., a Fodderstack Saturday tradition. For more information, call 540-675-3336.
Amissville breakfast
Amissville United Methodist Men serve their monthly all-you-can-eat country buffet breakfast from 8 to 10 in the church social hall. No set fee but donations are accepted gratefully to support the men’s service projects. Church is at 14760 Lee Hwy. For more information, call 540-937-4672.
Trinity arts festival
Arts and Crafts Festival at Trinity Episcopal Church is 11 to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 Sunday (during Fodderstack weekend). Exhibitors affiliated with Trinity Episcopal Church will display and sell their painting, photography, baskets, soaps and woodwork, ceramics and other fine arts and crafts. There’s an auction at 6 p.m. Friday (April 20). Proceeds benefit the church and its programs. Call 540-675-3716 for more information.
Apr. 20, 2012
‘Heroes’
The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community (RAAC) presents two staged-reading performances of Tom Stoppard’s adaptation of “Heroes,” the tale of three retired WW I military officers reminiscing and scheming to escape the veterans’ home. Shows are 8 p.m. both Friday and Saturday, with different casts each night, at RAAC Community Theatre, 310 Gay St. Washington. Admission $10 each night; early reservations recommended, by email if possible, at raactheatre@yahoo.com. (Leave your name, whether you plan to attend the Friday, Saturday or both performances, and the number attending. If email is impossible, call 540-675-3193 and leave a message with your information and request.)
Apr. 19, 2012
Aging Together meeting
Aging Together in Rappahannock meets at the Rappahannock County Library at 2:30. Topic of discussion will be plans for the Community Conversation April 30. All are invited. For more information, contact Bonnie at 540-829-6405 or bvermillion@agingtogether.org.
Living Lands workshop
The Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission’s “Living Lands” workshop series continues with “Fostering Sustainable Agriculture for Economic Development,” 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m at Daniel Technology Center at Germanna Community College (18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper). Preegistration (through April 11) is $40, $50 thereafter. Continental breakfast and lunch provided. Visit www.rrregion.org or contact Michelle Edwards at 540-829-7450 or medwards@rrregion.org.
Apr. 18, 2012
Social media primer
Rappahannock Hospitality and Visitors Association (RHVA) presents “Top 5 Things You Need to Know About Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube) to Grow Your Business” with Nancy Daily at 7 p.m. at the Washington Town Hall. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 540-675-3288.
Belle Meade after-school
After-school programs at Belle Meade School, 353 F.T. Valley Road, Sperryville, start this afternoon, 4 to 5:30 p.m., and continue through April 30. Lectures include “Manners and Mind” (see the world through the eyes of the New Yorker magazine, for grades seven through 10); “Introduction to Electric Circuits” (learn the basics of electronic components and circuits used in everyday devices for grades four to seven); and Chess Club (students in grades four through 10 with an interest can learn the basics or enhance their existing skills in study and practice. For more information, call 540-987-8970.
Apr. 16, 2012
Belle Meade lunchtime lecture
Kevin Gurubatham, Belle Meade School teacher, presents “Discovering Yourself in the Writing of Others” at 12:30 p.m. at Belle Meade School, Sperryville. For information, call 540-987-8970.
Apr. 15, 2012
Lyme forum
The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP) again offers one of its quarterly free public-information seminars, 2 p.m. at the Theatre in Washington. Ticks and lyme disease are on everyone’s mind with the lack of very cold winter weather and the early onset of spring. Please join us to learn the facts from knowledgeable people. Refreshments follow. For more information, call Rick or Kaye at 540-675-1373.
Little Fork Colonial Day
Little Fork Episcopal Church’s annual Colonial Remembrance Day is 10 to 3 at the Rixeyville church, including the traditional 1789 colonial communion service using the original 18th-century silver service. Period music by Evergreen Shade, with performances by the Colonial Dancers. Games and a potluck lunch on the lawn. Guests encouraged to wear colonial costumes, if available. (In case of rain, events move to the parish hall.) For more details, call 540-937-4306 or visit littleforkchurch.net.
Apr. 14, 2012
A night with Ben Jones
Entertainer Ben “Cooter” Jones returns to the Theatre at Washington (291 Gay St.) for another evening of song, stories and humor at 8 p.m., featuring Cooter’s Garage Band with Lisa Meadows and the Hazzard County Repertory Company. Tickets $20 ($10 for students 17 and younger). For reservations, call 540-675-1253 or email theatreva@gmail.com.
Amissville fish fry
Amissville United Methodist Men hold a fish fry 4 to 6 p.m. today at the church, 14760 Lee Hwy., Amissville. For more information, call 540-937-9915.
Middle Street arts and music
Middle Street Gallery’s second annual Spring Arts Festival for the month of April begins with an open house from 2:30 to 5:30 today at the gallery (at Rappahannock Central, 3 River Lane, Sperryville), with music by Mandalele (featuring Lorraine Duisit, Frances Miller and Wendi Sirat) and “Name the Art Contest” winners and student artist award presentations, food, beverages, more. For more information, call 540-987-9330 or visit middlestreetgallery.org.
Apr. 13, 2012
‘You Need a Schoolhouse’
Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community’s (RAAC) Second Friday at the Library lecture is 8 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library with Stephanie Deutsch, author of “You Need a Schoolhouse: Booker T. Washington, Julius Rosenwald and the Building of Schools for the Segregated South.” Deutsch will discuss the story she follows in the book and will sign copies (available at a discounted $20) to benefit the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation. For more information, call 540-675-3193.
Mutt mixer
RAWL Mutt Mix and Mingle is 5 to 8 at Gadino Cellars, Schoolhouse Road, where well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome, Noah and Terry Waggener will entertain and hors d’oeuvres and a (weather-permitting) bonfire are on the menu. Gadino wines are $5 a glass, $1 of which the winery will donate to Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL), as well as 10 percent of every bottle sold. Your $10 donation benefits RAWL. For more information, email laurie.smith@telecommuting.net or call Stephanie at 540-987-9292.
Apr. 12, 2012
RappFLOW meeting
Rappahannock Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed (RappFLOW) meets 6:30 p.m. at the Sperryville Schoolhouse for a tour of the rain garden along the Thornton River, followed by a board meeting in the Schoolhouse. All are welcome; come help plan upcoming events and programs. For more information, contact Bev Hunter 540-937-4744.
Apr. 11, 2012
Tourism reception
Rappahannock County’s Office of Tourism invites all tourism-related businesses and organizations to celebrate spring at a 6 p.m. reception at the Visitors Center. Meet Virginia Tourism Corporation staff Wirt Confroy and Paige Worthington. Please RSVP to info@visitrappahannockva.com by April 9 or call 540-675-5330 for more information.
Belle Meade after-school
After-school programs at Belle Meade School, 353 F.T. Valley Road, Sperryville, start this afternoon, 4 to 5:30 p.m., and continue through April 30. Lectures include “Manners and Mind” (see the world through the eyes of the New Yorker magazine, for grades seven through 10); “Introduction to Electric Circuits” (learn the basics of electronic components and circuits used in everyday devices for grades four to seven); and Chess Club (students in grades four through 10 with an interest can learn the basics or enhance their existing skills in study and practice. For more information, call 540-987-8970.
Tourism marketing
Tourism-related businesses and organizations can meet one-on-one with marketing staff of the Virginia Tourism Corporation from 1:30 to 5:30 today and 9 to 4 Friday. One-hour appointment slots are limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. Appointments are at the Rappahannock County Visitors Center. To reserve a slot or for more information, email laura@visitrappahannockva.com or call 703-403-7172.
Apr. 10, 2012
Relay team captains
Relay For Life team captain meeting starts at 6 p.m. at the Washington Baptist Church. For more information, contact Ellen Timbers at 540-987-8402 or Katherine Todd at 540-522-6656.
Apr. 8, 2012
Maranatha Baptist revival
Maranatha Baptist Church, Amissville, holds its spring revival services starting at 6:30 p.m. today (and 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 9, through Friday, April 13). The guest speaker is evangelist Mark Rogers. Pastor Albert Payne invites all to attend. Special singing and nursery provided each night for ages 3 and younger. For more information, call 540-987-8780.
Easter Camp meeting
Wonderful Lighthouse Church, Sperryville, holds its Easter Camp meeting today through Friday (April 13), with a different guest speaker each night at 6 p.m. On Saturday, April 14, starting 10 a.m., there’s preaching, a cookout and Steve’s Amazing Grace and his performing mules. For more information, call 540-937-3561.
Old Dominion Point-to-Point
Nine races are on the Old Dominion Hounds card for this annual spring steeplechase tradition. Races begin at noon Saturday at Ben Venue Farm, U.S. 211 at Route 729. Pairs races follow on Sunday at 2 p.m. General admission tickets ($20 per car of up to four people) available at the gate. For more information, visit old-dominion-hounds.com
Public House Easter
Celebrate Easter at the Flint Hill Public House, where we will be serving brunch and opening our grounds for an Easter Egg Hunt from 10 to 2. Also open for Easter ham dinner from 2 to 8 p.m. For more information, call 540-675-1700.
Slate Mills Easter services
Slate Mills Baptist Church holds its Easter sunrise service at 7 a.m. at the church. A breakfast follows 7:30 a.m. All are welcome. Easter worship services and music at 9 a.m. For more information, call 540-547-3573.
Trinity sunrise services
Trinity Episcopal Church’s sunrise service is at 6:30 on the Massies Mountain property of Jane Batchelder. (From Washington, take Harris Hollow Road, Route 654, to a left on Route 652.) Refreshments follow. For more information, call 540-675-3716.
Sunrise services
The churches of the Rappahannock Methodist Charge (Willis Chapel, Flint Hill and Sperryville) sponsor a sunrise service on the Settle farm on Jericho Road just north of Flint Hill at 6:30 a.m. A community breakfast sponsored by the Flint Hill United Methodist Church follows at Flint Hill fire hall and all are invited. For more information, call 540-675-3370.
Apr. 7, 2012
Old Dominion Point-to-Point
Nine races are on the Old Dominion Hounds card for this annual spring steeplechase tradition. Races begin at noon Saturday at Ben Venue Farm, U.S. 211 at Route 729. Pairs races follow on Sunday at 2 p.m. General admission tickets ($20 per car of up to four people) available at the gate. For more information, visit old-dominion-hounds.com
Benefit bake sale
A Relay for Life benefit Easter Bunny Bake Sale starts at 8:30 a.m. at 211 Quicke Mart, Washington. Sponsored by Union First Market Bank. For more information, call 540-987-8384.
Breakfast, egg hunt
Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue sponsors a benefit all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet from 7 to 11 a.m. ($8 adults, $4 ages 10 and younger), followed by an Easter egg hunt at 11 (the egg hunt is free to all Rappahannock County children; bring a basket). The Easter bunny will be present during breakfast, so bring your camera. Free and open to all county children. Proceeds benefit WVFR. Call 540-675-3615 for details.
Apr. 5, 2012
Revival services
Revival services at the Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church, Washington, start at 7:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Guest speaker, evangelist David Sommerdorf from Wasilla, Ala. Special singing and nursery nightly. For more information, call Pastor John K. Burke at 540-937-4944.
Little Fork services
Traditional Maundy Thursday service with foot washing begins at 7:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross observances on Good Friday (April 6), start with 4 p.m. program entitled “The Way of the Cross,” written especially for children by Little Fork Rector Bill Eberle. The evening service of Stations of the Cross for all ages begin at 7:30 p.m. (Easter Sunday services are at 8 and 10 a.m.; a potluck lunch and Easter egg hunt will follow the second service. Little Fork Episcopal Church is at 16461 Oak Shade Road, Rixeyville. More information at 540-937-4306.
Apr. 4, 2012
Revival services
Revival services at the Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church, Washington, start at 7:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Guest speaker, evangelist David Sommerdorf from Wasilla, Ala. Special singing and nursery nightly. For more information, call Pastor John K. Burke at 540-937-4944.
Meet George Allen
Former governor and U.S. Senator George Allen visits Rappahannock County to meet and speak to citizens at a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gray Ghost Vineyards in Amissville. Sponsored by Friends of Liberty, the event is free and open to all. A candidate for the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Jim Webb, Allen was governor of Virginia from 1994 to 1998 and represented Virginia in the U.S. Senate from 2001 to 2007. He is competing for the GOP nomination in the Republican primary election to be held June 12, 2012. For information, contact Barbara Cioffi at 540-937-2366 or friends@friendsofliberty.org.
Belle Meade after-school
After-school programs at Belle Meade School, 353 F.T. Valley Road, Sperryville, start this afternoon, 4 to 5:30 p.m., and continue through April 30. Lectures include “Manners and Mind” (see the world through the eyes of the New Yorker magazine, for grades seven through 10); “Introduction to Electric Circuits” (learn the basics of electronic components and circuits used in everyday devices for grades four to seven); and Chess Club (students in grades four through 10 with an interest can learn the basics or enhance their existing skills in study and practice. For more information, call 540-987-8970.
In-orchard meetings
Rappahannock Extension Office’s series of in-orchard meetings from April to July begins with the today’s 11 a.m. meet-up at Jenkins Orchard (293 Yancy Road, Woodville). Tour of the orchard followed by a discussion of current insect and disease control recommendations and other management practices. After the tour, brown-bag lunch (bring your own) with drinks furnished by the host. For more information, call 540-675-3619.
Apr. 3, 2012
Revival services
Revival services at the Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church, Washington, start at 7:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Guest speaker, evangelist David Sommerdorf from Wasilla, Ala. Special singing and nursery nightly. For more information, call Pastor John K. Burke at 540-937-4944.
Democrats meeting
The Rappahannock County Democrats meet at 7 p.m. at Rappahannock County Library. Open to all. For more information, contact Steve Beatty at 540-522-2588 or visit rappdems.org.
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