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Annual Holly Jolly Shop Local event is beginning to fill up Saturday, Dec 14 9-1 p.m. KGES Members of the KGFM will be outside, and home made crafts & non-profits inside. KGHS Chorus will sing 10-noon Registered so far: Love Thy Neighbor (raffle & donations) KG Historical Society Sealston Elem. PTA-school stuff Ruth Hornbaker, pen & ink drawings of local homes, buildings & businesses Alfonso Lanzara, jewelry Kordent, Inc. (KGFM member), jams, sauces & candy Linda Scott, handpainted gourds
“SANTA’S WONDERLAND AND WINTER FESTIVALâ€? in Colonial Beach The Festival will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, on Town Hill in Colonial Beach from 1-5 p.m. The Parade begins as 1:15 p.m. starting at Rankin’s True Value parking lot, up Colonial Avenue, right onto Washington Avenue, left on Hawthorne and left on Taylor to Town Hill. The lighting of the Christmas tree is at 5 p.m. Starting a 1:15 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive in town and join the Parade. Bring family and friends to visit them and pass along your Christmas “wish listâ€?, and have your picture taken with them. (NOTE: This year a photographer will NOT be available so you’re welcome to bring your own camera. A donation for visiting Santa and Mrs. Claus would be appreciated.) Take part in the 50/50 ‌. obtain raffle tickets to win boys and girls bicycles ‌ enjoy music, face painting and pony rides. Hot dogs and chili as well as hot chocolate will be available as will cookies sold out of our Gingerbread House. The “Lighted Boat Paradeâ€? begins at 5 pm. Start the Christmas season with family, friends and neighbors by enjoying this family oriented event. In the event of inclement weather Santa will relocate to the Colonial Beach High School, on First Street, Colonial Beach. If you would like additional information contact the CB Chamber of Commerce at (804)224-8145. Subscribe to The Journal $24 per year Call 540-775-2024
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Mrs. Cluckers Best eggs Hickory Point Farm, fresh veggies Go Nuts, nuts & nut butters Larry’s Produce, veggies Peery’s Natural Cheese, blue, garlic, cajuncheddar, sharp cheddar and more cheeses Audrey Durfee, hand turned wood bowls & bottle stoppers Poppin’ Jon’s Kettle Corn C&T Produce, veggies Meandering Dragonfly, bags, totes, purses Friendly Cottage Farms, misc We have heard from others, and are waiting for registrations!
Rex Springston to be the Dec. 2 Northern Neck Audubon Society Speaker. 7 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church in Kilmarnock. His talk will be titled “Covering the Environment�. He will talk about some of the stories he has covered and some of the environmental issues that are big in Virginia. Springston plans to refer to several bird stories he’s written. Springston covers environmental issues for the Richmond Times-Dispatch. The beat involves writing about everything from water and air pollution to uranium mining, bald eagles, giant catfish and climate change. A native of Norfolk, Springston got his environmental training at an early age. Growing up in thenrural Princess Anne County, VA, before it became suburban Virginia Beach, he caught turtles and snakes in the marshes near his home and swam in the polluted Elizabeth River (without growing a third arm from the chemicals in the water). Springston holds a degree in English from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, where he also did graduate work in urban studies.He has won several writing awards, including a first-place Virginia Press Association award in 2011 (shared with another reporter) for a series on the effects of global warming on Virginia. Springston lives in Richmond’s Fan District with his wife Kathy, cat Windsor and 21-year-old corn snake Cornpone. The only one that bites is the cat. Springston last visited the Northern Neck -- and inadvertently made the news -- in midAugust, when he planned to look at some recovering oyster beds with Gov. Bob McDonnell. Springston slipped getting into the boat and broke his arm. He has almost totally recovered, but you might want to steer clear of his left side. This program is open to the public, free of charge, and refreshments will be served.
Annual Small Works Show PONSHOP Studio and Gallery 712 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401, will host an Opening Reception: Friday, Dec. 6, from 6-10 p.m. to celebrate the holidays with their annual Small Works Show. Exhibition Dates: Dec. 6–31, 2013. For our customer’s convenience, PONSHOP will have extended holiday hours Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday noon–5 p.m., and Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Belle Grove Plantation B&B to host Christmas Candlelight Tours Friday, Dec. 6 and Friday, Dec. 13: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and Saturday, Dec. 14: Daytime Tours Noon-3 p.m. and Evening Tours 5-9:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 15: Daytime Tours - Noon-3 p.m. and Evening Tours 3-6 p.m. On Friday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.: Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to officially Open Belle Grove Plantation. Saturday, Dec. 14 between 5-9 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their appearance at Belle Grove Plantation. Buy tickets through the online tore at http://www.bellegroveplantation.com/. The tickets are for time slots to visit, so select the correct time you plan to visit. The cost is: Adults - Daytime visit - $15 Night Time visit - $25 Children - under 12 - $10 Children - under 5 - Free
Elks 2666. Every Monday night. The doors open at 5 p.m. Early Bird Games 6:30 p.m. At 719 Ferry Landing Road. Just off 205 in Oak Grove - Colonial Beach VA. Food available. (804) 224-0364.
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Monday, Dec. 2
EXIT Realty Expertise is conducting its 7th annual Holiday Food Drive to benefit the King George Food Pantry now until the end of the year. Drop off non perishable food items at our office located across from KG Domino’s, 7947 Kings Highway, between 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m. -2 p.m. on Saturdays. Checks may be made out to King George Social Services. Please note, we also remain an ongoing collection site for Love Thy Neighbor donations. Thank you for helping us to help others have a brighter holiday season! 2 FREE Christmas Concerts The award winning Rappahannock Choral Society invites you to start this Christmas season with one of two FREE Christmas concerts. Come and enjoy our all audition 70+ member chorus, under the direction of Linda Monner, and the accompaniment of Marilla Haas. There will be something for everyone – from traditional holiday music to a Hebrew number to the majestic Hallelujah Chorus. The concerts will be on Saturday, Dec. 7 @ 8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8 @ 3 p.m. at Chancellor High School, 6800 Harrison Road in Fredericksburg, VA. Enjoy the season with your family and the Rappahannock Choral Society.
KG P&R What’s Happening Registration deadline is extended for Girl Youth Basketball Players in all of our age divisions,(89,10-12 & 13-15), to Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013. Registration cost is $81 per participant. Don’t forget to sign up for the Santa’s Calling! Send a special message to your child (typically geared for children under the age of 10) during this holiday season with a call from Santa. Complete the form (you can get one on www.kinggeorge.recdesk.com starting on Monday, Nov. 25) and return it to the Citizens Center by Friday, Dec. 6. Calls will be made on Tuesday, Dec. 10 or Thursday, Dec. 12. Saturday, Dec.14, from 9 a.m - 11 a.m at the Citizens Center Parks and Recreation’s annual Santa Breakfast. For years we have provided youth, ages 12 and under, a great experience to have a light breakfast and picture taken with Santa. In addition, there will be games and crafts and children can do some holiday shopping at the “Shamrock the Elf Shelf � where they can purchase small gifts ($5 and under, many at a dollar) for their friends and family. Preregistration (by calling 775-4386) is appreciated. Cost is $5.00 per child. King George Youth Athletic Association is taking Spring Flag Football registrations. Please check www.kgyaa.org for further information. Call KGP&R at (540) 775-4386 or come by the office to learn about more of our programs.
KG Garden Club to meet 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Bldg on 206. Program: making wreaths for county buildings. (note meeting day changed) KG Internet Service meeting. 6-7 p.m. at UMW-Dahlgren. All KG residents invited to discuss internet service solutions for KG are welcome to attend. Town Hall meeting 7-9 p.m. UMW-Dahlgren. All KG residents welcome. Scheduled speakers, Capt. Nette, Sheriff Dempsey, KG Historical Society & Blue Ridge Mass Appraisal Co. Regular meeting of AARP Chapter 3951. Noon at the KGCC. Bring a covered dish to go along with turkey & ham. Guest performance by the KGHS Jazz Band. Come meet the new officers for 2014. Make this meeting one of joy for the season.
Tuesday, Dec. 3
KG County Annual Tree Lighting. 5:30 p.m. Courthouse lawn. Free! Reservations now being taken for the NARFE Northern Neck Chapter 1823 Holiday Luncheon to be held at noon at the Horn Harbor Restaurant in Burgess, VA. For add’l information and to make a reservation call (804) 5808666.
Thursday, Dec. 5
Colonial Beach author Paul Tsompanas to hold book signing at Smoot Library. 7 p.m. for his new book, “Juan Patron: A Fallen Star in the Days of Billy the Kid.�
Saturday, Dec. 7
Cottrells’ Holiday Wonderland Craft Fair & Classy Consignment Sale. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fundraiser for 2nd annual Run for Autism 5k. 11060 Smile Way, KG. R4L fund raiser Pancake Breakfast. 8 a.m.- Noon. St. Paul’s Episcopal Parish Hall. $5 adult/$4 for children 12 & under. Family pack available. For more info email ursula@crosslink.net or jeidyamidala@yahoo.com. KGES to hold Vendor Fair/ Santa Breakfast from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the school. Holiday Craft Bazaar hosted by the CB-VRS. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Vendors and crafters needed! Call (804) 761-5115. $15 for 10x10 space. $25 for two spaces.
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Thursday, Dec. 19
Annual Christmas Party KG County Historical Society. 6 p.m. Shiloh Baptist Church, 13457 Kings Hwy. Covered dish. Next Society meeting will be in February, 2014.
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Saturday, Dec. 14
Woman’s Club of KG to hold 18th annual Santaland event. 9-noon at 9441 Kings Hwy, across from the Opp Shop. $1 donation for admission. Picture with Santa $2. Kids boutique, Christmas Bazaar room, Santa and Mrs. Claus, the SnowQueen, bake sale and more. Journal’s annual Holly Jolly Shop Local event. Members of the KG Farmers’ Market bring their “winter crops� to sell, greenery, local crafters with hand made items, and more. Great chance to pick up last minute Christmas gifts. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. KGES on Ridge Road. Inside & outside! Call (540) 709-7495. Inaugural CBVFD-LA Frosty the Fireman 5k and Kids 1 mile race. $20 per runner includes t-shirt. Best Santa hat contest! Contact anyone at the fire dept. for details and entry forms.
Annual Tree of Lights to benefit the Col. Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad $5 a light “in memory of � or “in honor of � a loved one Drop off donation & name(s) at the BB&T branch at the beach ormail them to: CB-VRS, 223 Dennison St., Col. Beach, VA 22443 or call (804) 761-5115 BY DECEMBER 11 to be published in the Journal on Dec. 18
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Thursday, Dec. 12
Info meeting on Hydraulic Fracturing- fracking- 6:30-8:30 p.m. General District Courtroom, Geo. D. English Bldg., 111 Polk St., Montross. Sponsored by Friends of the Rappahannock & Caroline County Countryside Alliance.
Annual Tree of Bones & Bells hosted by Colonial Beach Humane Society & BB&T Bank at the Beach $5 for an “in memory of � or “in honor of � a beloved pet Drop off donation & name(s) at the bank branch or mail them to: PO Box 393 Col. Beach, VA 22443 BY DECEMBER 11 to be published in the Journal Dec. 18
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Wednesday, Dec. 11
Info meeting on Hydraulic Fracturing-(fracking) 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bowling Green Town Hall, 117 Butler St. Bowling Green, VA. Sponsored by Friends of the Rappahannock & Caroline County Countryside Alliance.
Your picture with us! Maranatha Alpaca Farm is offering a Pictures with the ‘Pacas fundraiser on Nov. 29 & 30 from 11a.m. -3 p.m. Your $20 donation will helpsupport Casa CHapi childrens village in Peru. Located at 71 Coakley Lane. F’brg, VA 22406.
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Sunday, Dec. 8
The Compassionate Friends F’brg Chapter Candle Lighting Memorial Service. 17th annual worldwide event. Starts at 2 p.m. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 5120 Harrison Rd. F’brg. For more info contact Kathie, (540) 735-4276 or tcffred@yahoo. com.
SMOOT LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS On Saturday, Dec 7 all 13-18 year olds are invited to “dress to the nines� and attend the 2013 Holidazzle Formal Ball. 7-10 p.m. at the new library. Hosted by the library’s Teen Advisory Board, there will be food, beverages, music, dancing and more. Entry fee $5 pp or $8 per couple. All proceeds support teen programming RSVP required. So visit smoot.org or call 775-7951to sign up! On Friday, Dec. 13 all teens are urged to attend the library’s Teen Advisory Committee meeting 4-5 p.m. Come out and help suggest new library materials for teens, plan upcoming events & meet new people. Snacks & beverages served. Go to smoot. org or call 775-7951.
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The Oort cloud, near (the once planet of ) Pluto spewed a huge chunk of 4.5 billion year old frozen ‘star-stuff ’, a comet named ISON. ISON’s orbit will take it through the sun’s atmosphere according to Karl Battams, an astrophysicist at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C., who is also a comet expert. Per Battams, the comet, is a “fro-
Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013
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