CALENDAR of events march 2021... May the Luck of the Irish Be With You
Thursday, March 11
Wednesday, March 17
Thursday, March 25
Food Co-op Book Group, 1 pm or 7 pm Online. Join Food Co-op friends to discuss "The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry" by Gabrielle Zevin. Email fxbgfoodcoop@gmail.com for information on participating.
St Patrick's Day
Downtown Runaround, a virtual 5K to benefit Downtown Greens! Join us for our first ever virtual" 5k! Anytime March 1 thru March 14 run, walk, bike, skip, crawl
Are you a Happy Camper? Fredericksburg RV Show at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center. Multiple RV Dealers will have a variety of RVs available at Show Special prices plus you will find RV accessories and campgrounds. Show thru March 7
Saturday, March 6
Rows, Collections & Private Spaces, new work by Chris Gregson, Ridderhof Martin Gallery, thru March 21
Drive-In Movie Series, "Trolls World Tour" Come join us for a FREE family movie night in the park. The movie will be played through your car radio. We will have a food truck available for dinner. 5-7:30 pm
Great Lives Lecture Series, Gandi, speaker Anand Rao programs will be available as pre-recorded Zoom webinars, Lectures will begin at 7:30 p.m. and be archived on the UMW website for later viewing
Hidden in the Paint: Portrait of a Young Girl with Fan , 12pm umwsso.zoom.us. Discover what challenges and surprises art conservator Perry Hurt found in this 1626 painting attributed to Wybrand de Geest that was in the Melchers' personal collection. Hurt will illustrate how he applied a combination of chemistry know-how and artistic skill to give renewed beauty and longevity to this favorite Melchers-owned painting. Q & A to follow this short presentation.
Monday, March 1
Tuesday, March 2 Madeline Albright, UMW annual William B. Crawley Great Lives Lecture Series available as pre-recorded Zoom webinars, with closed-captioning available. Following each lecture Q & Awith the speaker available to answer audience questions. 7:30 p.m. and be archived on the UMW website for later viewing
Falcons in Flight, Join educators at Old Mill Park to witness the flight of the falcon and learn more about these majestic birds. Earthquest will have three different falcons with them: Peregrine, Saker/Gyr, and Aplomado! Participants are encouraged to take pictures and ask questions throughout the program. Masks are required. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Old Mill Park, meet at shelter 2. Fee parks.fxbg.com or call 540-372-1086.
Senior Fun & Games drive-in bingo, movies, trivia. . Dorothy Hart Community Center Auditorium/Parking Lot 10:30am
Fredericksburg RV Show at FXBG Expo Center.
Wednesday, March 3
Sunday, March 7
"Finding Friends Playgroup" fun playgroup specifically for children ages 2 to 5 with special needs and their Massad Family YMCA 1 p.m- 2 p.m
Colonial Tavern Sunday night trivia runs from 5:00-6:30 p.m; Sunday Brunch11:30-3PM
Dr. Lynne Cheney will discuss her latest book, The Virginia Dynasty: Four Presidents and the Creation of the American Nation, in an interactive Facebook Live event at 6:30 PM EST. www.jamesmonroemuseum.org
Sunken Well Tavern, Sunday Brunch ti; 1p Dine-In, Take-Out, & Delivery. 720 Littlepage
Thursday, March 4 Great Lives Zora Neale Hurston/Eudora Welty. Presented by Gary Richards, Professor of English and Chair of the English and Linguistics Department Visit umw.edu/greatlives to join the zoom webinar. No preregistration is required.
First Friday, March 5 Meet Local Producers, 6-7 pm Online. Fredericksburg Food Co-op presents a lively conversation with three of the local vendors whose products will be available at the Co-op. Email fxbgfoodcoop@gmail.com for registration link. FCCA Gallery, "Imagined Realities" all-media national exhibit opens Brush Strokes Gallery, "Cusp of the Season All Members Show", opens. Exhibit thru March Artful Dimensions, All Member Show opening, 6p "Art to Go" Moss Clinic Benefit Show & Sale, Sammy T's, thru April 5
Bluegrass on the Patio, Sunken Well Tavern 6-8pm Fredericksburg RV Show at FXBG Expo Center.
Tuesday, March 9 Leaugue of Women Voters "Converstion with the Registrars. Online Event conversation with four area Registrars 10 a.m learn about the job of a Registrar, how Registrars' offices operate, the challenges that Registrars and their staffs faced in conducting last November's election, and what they expect to experience in future elections. . Register at lwvfra@gmail.com and a Zoom link will be sent to you the day before. Questions? Contact Cathie Braman at cathiebraman@gmail.com Great Lives Lecture Series, St. Augustine, speaker Jennifer Barry is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the UMW. programs will be available as pre-recorded Zoom webinars, with closed-captioning available. 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 10 "Finding Friends Playgroup" is a fun, weekly, playgroup designed for children ages 2 to 5 with special needs and their siblings. The fun takes place in room 3 of the Massad Family YMCA from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m
Friday, March 12 FXBG Fine Art Show & Sale, 10a-8p Open to the public to browse and shop from local artists in a variety of mediums. Social distancing guidelines per the Governor's orders will be in place during the show. Dorothy Hart Community Center
Saturday, March 13 St Patty's Day Run, 5k, 10k 1 Miler, Old Mill Park, 7:30am enjoy this scenic 5k/10k that runs alongside the Rappahannock River in historic Fredericksburg. Walkers and strollers are welcome .Now offering a virtual run option for those who cannot make it on race day. FXBG Fine Art Show & Sale, 10a-6p Open to the public to browse and shop from local artists in a variety of mediums. Social distancing guidelines per the Governor's orders will be in place during the show. Dorothy Hart Community Center
Sunday, March 14 Daylight Savings Time Begins Colonial Tavern Sunday night trivia runs from 5:00-6:30 p.m; Sunday Brunch11:30-3PM Sunken Well Tavern, Sunday Brunch ti; 1p Dine-In, Take-Out, & Delivery. 720 Littlepage Bluegrass on the Patio, Sunken Well Tavern 6-8pm FXBG Fine Art Show & Sale, 10a-4p local artists in a variety of mediums. Dorothy Hart Community Center
Monday, March 15 Reducing Plastic, 7-8 pm Online. FXBG Food Co-op presents up-to-date info about local initiatives & how you can contribute to solving the conundrum of plastic. fxbgfoodcoop@gmail.com for registration link.
Tuesday, March 16 Great Lives Lecture Series: Artemisis Gentileschi, speaker Marjorie Och. programs will be available as pre-recorded Zoom webinars, with closedcaption 7:30 p.m.
"Finding Friends Playgroup" designed specifically for children ages 2 to 5 with special needs and their siblings. Massad Family YMCA 1 p.m. -2p.m
Thursday, March 18 Great Lives Lecture Series, Lillian Hellman, speaker Gregg Skull prerecorded Zoom webinars, closed-captioning.Following each lecture will be a Q&A, 7:30 p.m. Historic Zion UMC hosts a Coat Closet Need clothing items? We have various clothes and they are free to those who come to shop. Our hours are 3:30-5:30. Zion is located in the Spotsylvania courthouse district a block from the Snow Library .
Friday, March 19 Children's Art Show , 10a-2p Free thru Saturday, Dorothy Hart Community Center Spring Home Show FXBG Expo Center get new ideas from local experts who will help inspire, & kick start your Spring projects! Thru March 21
Saturday, March 20 Spring Begins Classic Cottage Art & Antique Spring Open House, 104 Milford St, Bowling Green, 10a-4p
Sunday, March 21 Colonial Tavern Sunday night trivia runs from 5:00-6:30 p.m; Sunday Brunch11:30-3PM Sunken Well Tavern, Sunday Brunch ti; 1p Dine-In, Take-Out, & Delivery. 720 Littlepage Food Culture Art Show, The Painted Horse Gallery, 114 N.Main St, Bowling Green, thru March Bluegrass on the Patio, Sunken Well Tavern 6-8pm
Wednesday, March 24
Author Barbara Oberg, senior scholar at Princeton University, will discuss her book Women in the Age of the American Revolution. . www.jamesmonroemuseum.org
Saturday, March 27 Dog Easter Egg Hunt Bring your dogs join the fun This is a great way to get out and play with your favorite furry friend. Your registration of $5 allows up to two dogs to join in the fun! 1-1:30 pm Maury Playground, 901 Kenmore Ave Bowling Green Farmers Market Opening , 204 N Main St, 9a-1p Grand Re-Opening Dainty Roadside Stand,9a-3p, 116B Chase Bowling St.
Sunday, March 28 Colonial Tavern Sunday night trivia runs from 5:00-6:30 p.m; Sunday Brunch11:30-3PM Sunken Well Tavern, Sunday Brunch ti; 1p Dine-In, Take-Out, & Delivery. 720 Littlepage Bluegrass on the Patio, Sunken Well Tavern 6-8pm
Wednesday, MARCH 31 Mid-Week Coffee Break looking for a new opportunity to connect with other local businesses? Grab your morning coffee and join us This open forum will allow you to form new business relationships, generate ideas, and stay connected. 9Am UMW Small Business Development Center Online:contact us at (540)654-1383 "Finding Friends Playgroup" playgroup designed specifically for children ages 2 to 5 with special needs and their siblings. The fun takes place in room 3 of the Massad Family YMCA from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m
Healthy Eating with the Food Co-op, 6-7 pm Online. Functional nutrition expert Dr. Christine Thompson will guide us through Michael Pollan's "Food Rules." Email fxbgfoodcoop@gmail.com for registration link.
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"Finding Friends Playgroup" designed specifically for children ages 2 to 5 with special needs and their siblings. Massad Family YMCA 1- 2 p.m
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