Fredericksburg Guidebook Summer 2015 by Jonathan Hawkins

Summer 15 Contents 7-16 Calendar of Events 17-18 Travel and Tourism 19

Featured Article Washington Heritage Museums

Owner/Publisher Julie Jennings Office Manager Julie Jennings

Public Relations and Advertising Kennedy Coopwood Graphic Design Tischa Carter Photography Julie Jennings

Web Design Rock IT Repairs Sales Representative Julie Jennings

Lodging Lodging Guide 26

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Featured Article

Staff Writer Julie Jennings

Fredericksburg Area Service League

Contributing Writers Anne R. Darron Emily Taggart Schricker Gwendelyn Corkill John F. Cummings, III

Relocation

Community Services 28 Relocation Information 29 Relocation Guide 29

Featured Article “Upon a Hacked and Barkless Trunk...” Maps 36-37 Civil War Map 38-39 Downtown Historic Map 40-41 Area Map

Featured Article Historic Chatham Manor: A View To Behold

Shopping Shopping Guide

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Restaurants Restaurant Guide

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Wineries & Breweries Winery Events

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ONGOING April 4 to October 10 Bricks and Boards in the 'Burg The Fredericksburg Area Museum & Cultural Center and Hallowed Ground Tours present walking tours of historic downtown Fredericksburg. Bricks and Boards in the ’Burg will highlight four centuries of history and architecture, the historic influence of the Rappahannock River, the Spire and Steeples of Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg’s Town Hall/Market House and the history of Market Square. 540-809-3918. 907 Princess Anne Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $5 adult, $2 child, $2 student. www.famcc.org.

JULY July 1 Painting with Michelle Peterlin Two day oil and acrylic workshop with award winning artist of Indiana. 540-373-5646. 813 Sophia Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $200 for members/$225 for non-members. July 4 • Art in the Park In conjunction with the Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market, Art in the Park is an amazing showcase of local artists and their talents. 500 Prince Edward St. Hurkamp Park Fredericksburg, VA 22401 July 4 Fourth of July at Ferry Farm Celebrate Independence Day at George Washington’s Ferry Farm! 540-370-0732. George Washington's Ferry Farm 268 King's Highway Fredericksburg, VA 22405. July 4 Saturdays in Mary's Garden Join Jeanette Rose for Saturdays in Mary's Garden: Program TBD. 540-373-1569. 1200 Charles Street Fredericksburg, VA.

July 4 Neighborhood Tours - History of Our Homes The Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center, along with Hallowed Ground Tours, presents a special walking tour. Participants on this walking tour, titled Neighborhood Tours History of Our Homes, will explore the homes and history of one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, Washington Avenue. 540-8093918. 1201 Washington Avenue Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $5 adult, $2 child, $2 student. FREE for Museum members. July 4 Riverside Children's Theater Jack and the Giant - The Musical The classic English folk tale takes on new charm in this exuberantly lively and amusing musical version. 540-370-4300. 95 Riverside Parkway Fredericksburg, VA 22406. July 4 to July 5 Country Night Come get your Country On with Line Dance Sheri. 540-710-7467. 5801 Southpoint Center Blvd Fredericksburg, VA 22407. $5.00 . July 6-7 Major Monroe's History Camp Enlist now in this two-day hands-on history camp for boys and girls ages 7-12! 540-6541043. 908 Charles Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $40/child. July 11 Riverside Children's Theater Jack and the Giant - The Musical The classic English folk tale takes on new charm in this exuberantly lively and amusing musical version. 540-370-4300. 95 Riverside Parkway Fredericksburg, VA 22406. July 16 to July 19 Historicon Each year Historicon draws about 3500-4000 people from around the world and around 100

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July 18 Colonial Games and Puzzles Staff will interact with visitors of all ages in playing games and working/making puzzles that were popular in the early days of America. 540-371-1494. 1304 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401 July 18 to July 19 Country Night Come get your Country On with Line Dance Sheri. 540-710-7467. 5801 Southpoint Center Blvd Fredericksburg, VA 22407. $5.00. July 19 Stafford Songfest Sundays - Darkwater Redemption (All of your classic country favorites!) Come join us every third Sunday June - September as live bands perform from 3:00 to 5:00 PM on Celebration Stage at John Lee Pratt Memorial Park. Whether you're a fan of vintage rock, classic country or rhythm & blues, we're sure to have a concert that moves you! Pack a picnic lunch and bring the entire family for a day filled with music and song! Admission is $10.00 per car. Concessions will be available. Concerts will be held rain or shine. www.staffordparks.com. July 25 Lake Anna Sunset Concert Series Live bands and the best views of Lake Anna's famed sunsets every 4th Saturday evening from April through August. 13703 Anna Point Lane Spotsylvania County Mineral, VA 23117. Free. July 26 Gari Melchers Home and Studio Woodland Hikes. Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont offers free guided nature hikes every last Sunday of the month. Tours will start outside the Museum Shop at 2 pm. 540-6548

A HANDSOME HOUND Our mission is to enhance the lives of the animals in our community by helping them be more comfortable in their own skin. We have always considered every pet to come to us, to be a new friend. Every pet will be handled with love, consideration and respect while in our care. We strive for the ultimate well-being of the animals entrusted to us. In a smaller, more intimate setting, your pet will spend some true quality time at A Handsome Hound. 1015. 224 Washington Street Falmouth, VA 22405. July 31 through August 9 Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair Fredericksburg Fair Grounds, 2400 Airport Ave, Fredericksburg,Va. 22401 For more Info visit: www.fredericksburgfair.org.

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AUGUST August 1 • Art in the Park In conjunction with the Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market, Art in the Park is an amazing showcase of local artists and their talents. 500 Prince Edward St. Hurkamp Park Fredericksburg, VA 22401 August 1 Saturdays in Mary's Garden Join Jeanette Rose for Saturdays in Mary's Garden: Program TBD. 540-373-1569. 1200 Charles Street Fredericksburg, VA. August 1 to August 2 Country Night Come get your Country On with Line Dance Sheri. 540-710-7467. 5801 Southpoint Center Blvd Fredericksburg, VA 22407. $5.00 . August 7 to August 9 2nd Annual Emerging Civil War Symposium. Join Civil War historians and preservationists for the Second Annual Emerging Civil War Symposium. The 2015 theme is “Civil War Legacies” and topics will include the 1865 surrenders, Lincoln assassination, battlefield preservation and the legacy of the Civil War. 540-582-6263. 6901 Meeting Street Spotsylvania, VA 22553. $95 regular rate, Reservations Required. August 8 Youth Triathlon Test your speed and endurance as you race in swimming, running and biking. This event will be held Saturday, 8/8, at 9 AM, and is for youth ages 8-17. All entrants registered by Friday, 7/31, will receive a free t-shirt; no guarantee of t-shirt availability after the deadline. All events will take place inside of Curtis Memorial Park. All participants must complete the course without parental assistance. The registration fee is $35; deadline 7/31; $10 late fee. www.staffordparks.com August 8 Cookbook Launch and Signing We will be showcasing the Rising Sun Tavern Cookbook containing recipes from the colonial period to the present. 540-371-1494. 1304 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. August 15 75 Belmont Horse Show

SKIN+TOUCH THERAPY Skin+Touch Therapy is a boutique spa located in Historic Downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia. We balance relaxing and therapeutic massage and facial services with the goal of creating change and wellbeing. Our talented therapists are trained, licensed, and insured in all services they preform. We are open for appointments 7 days a week, and you can schedule with our friendly receptionist or from the comfort of your home with our 24/7 online booking software. Our spa can accommodate small groups for special events like bridal parties or birthdays, and our boutique carries skincare lines, wellness products and gifts for yourself and your loved ones. At Skin+Touch Therapy, we take pride in our work and we are inspired by our clients and their results. We regularly receive glowing reviews and have been rated #1 by sites like Yelp and Fredericksburg Patch. Come see why we’re a local favorite!

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August 16 Stafford Songfest Sundays - The English Channel (A groovy '60's cover band) Come join us every third Sunday June - September as live bands perform from 3:00 to 5:00 PM on Celebration Stage at John Lee Pratt Memorial Park. Whether you're a fan of vintage rock, classic country, or rhythm & blues, we're sure to have a concert that moves you! Pack a picnic lunch and bring the entire family for a day filled with music and song! Admission is $10.00 per car. Concessions will be available. Concerts will be held rain or shine. www.staffordparks.com. August 22 Wreath Laying at Mary Washington Monument. In celebration of the life and death of Mary Washington, the Washington Heritage Museums will lay a wreath at her Monument. This special tour will start at St. George's and progress through town to the Mary Washington Monumenton on Washington Avenue. 540373-1569. 905 Princess Anne Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. August 22 Lake Anna Sunset Concert Series Live bands and the best views of Lake Anna's famed sunsets every 4th Saturday evening from April through August. 13703 Anna Point Lane Spotsylvania County Mineral, VA 23117. Free. August 29 to August 30 Country Night Come get your Country On with Line Dance Sheri. 540-710-7467. 5801 Southpoint Center Blvd Fredericksburg, VA 22407. $5.00. August 30 Gari Melchers Home and Studio Woodland Hikes. Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont offers free guided nature hikes every last Sunday of the month. Tours will start outside the Museum Shop at 2 pm. 540-654-1015. 224 Washington Street Falmouth, VA 22405. 10

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Experience… Remember… Celebrate… Home to quaint, friendly towns, natural, scenic beauty, fine dining, and an unparalleled selection of first-class accommodations. Orange County, Virginia has something for everyone. Visit Montpelier, the beautifully restored home of James Madison, take a moment to reflect at a Civil War battlefield or museum, or enjoy an afternoon at one of Orange County’s three award-winning wineries. Come, let us welcome you to Orange County, where serenity awaits and a short drive will take you a world away.

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September 1 to October 31 Olde Towne Carriage Witch, Ghosts, Thieves’, Murder and Mayhem Tours The Ghosts and Ghouls of Fredericksburg are all around you! 540-318-7544. 706 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $15 for adults, $7 for children. September 1 Picnic in the Park Picnic in the Park formerly "Lunch at

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$15 to register day of event from 11-11:30 AM. Event will be held at: Duff McDuff Green Park (75 James Ashby Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA) Competition Format: Each competition will have two rounds. The first round will consist of 5 outs for each batter. The top batters will advance to the second round where they will receive five outs. If there is a tie for first place, there will be an alternating sudden death contest among the top tied contestants. Age group start times could be delayed if registrations are high. Inclement weather cancellations and postponements will be broadcast on FM radio stations 101.5 and 93.3 and Stafford Alert. Pre-registration is recommended. Men’s Competition Ages 18-30 2:30 PM, Ages 31-40 1:30 PM, Ages 41-49 1:00 PM, Women’s Competition Ages 18-49 12:30 PM and Senior Competition Ages 50+ Noon. Register early, spaces are limited! www.staffordparks.com. September 11 to September 12 208 Sale Trail Experience 24 miles of yard sales, antiquing, and sidewalk sales along route 208 in historic Spotsylvania County. Start at the intersection of Jefferson Davis Highway near exit 126 off of

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MAID BRIGADE Maid Brigade is in it's 4th decade of service offering professional housecleaning in Fredericksburg and the surrounding areas. Maid Brigade uses Green Seal approved products, HEPA vacuums, and micro fiber cloths and is Green Clean certified, providing you with

a healthier clean. With a reputation for reliability we promise to respect the privacy, property and time of our clients. All our cleaning professionals are bonded, insured and have had background checks for your safety and security. Maid Brigade is proud to serve this historic community. To learn more, call 540-371-3518.

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Interstate 95 and follow Courthouse Road to Lake Anna. Bargains, antiques and one of a kind items galore. 540-507-7090. 9019 Old Battlefield Blvd Rt 208 Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Free. September 11 to September 13 Our Living Legacies/Eighteenth Century Epicurians. Favorite recipes of our Founding Fathers. Displays will trace the origin of popular regional foods and samples will be available from Colonial Foods and Foodies -Washington, Jefferson, and others. Friday and Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 4:00pm. 540-371-1494. 1304 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401 September 12 Lakes and Grapes Century Bike Ride The 2015 Fredericksburg Orthopaedic Associates Lakes and Grapes Century Ride will continue its tradition of bringing you outstanding routes along Virginia’s most scenic roads. Choose from 20, 50, 75 or 100 mile ride options. 540-735-9622. 5700 Smith Station Road Fredericksburg, VA 22407. Regist. fee. September 12 Heiwa Matsuri Fall Festival A free day of activities and exhibits for all ages focused on healthy and peaceful living. Aikido, "Sumo", Kids Games & Crafts, Yoga Class, Craft Vendors, Nature Walks, Plant Clinic and Native Plant Sale, Green Building Tour, Blues & Bluegrass and more. 540-582-9600. 6155 Hickory Ridge Road Spotsylvania, VA 22551. Free. September 15 Picnic in the Park Picnic in the Park formerly "Lunch at Hurkamp", started in 1997 and has grown into one of the community’s most popular events. Bring a picnic lunch, a blanket and come relax with the kiddos. 540-372-1086. Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Free. September 18 to September 19 Oktoberfest at local brewery The Fredericksburg area's original Oktoberfest. We've been rolling out the barrel for 132 years! Free Admission. 540-538-2379. Blue and Gray Brewing Co., 3300 Dill Smith Dr Fredericksburg, VA 22408. Free. 12

A FAIRY TALE TEA A Fairy Tale Tea is your formal event designed with enchantment in mind. We welcome Kings, Queens, Princes and Princesses... young and young-at-heart. We visit Homes, Schools, Day Care Centers, Elderly Homes, Church Functions and Hospitals. Our event upgrades feature Fairy Tale Characters we all know and love but have never had the opportunity to meet. Whether celebrating a birthday or simply for a special tea; each event is designed to promote the Fairy Tale Ideal. We provide music, hor d'oeuvress, and of course, tea. (Our Tea is mainly used to "Toast" the event, herbal, decaffeinated and provided for those who wish to enjoy). Our Fairy Tale Characters will greet and mingle with attendees helping to make each event a memorable one. Please call to book your event. You will not be disappointed. Every person deserves to feel special at least once in a lifetime. Make this happen for your loved one. Please call for rates 540-2207174.

September 19 • Art in the Park In conjunction with the Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market, Art in the Park is an amazing showcase of local artists and their talents. 500 Prince Edward St. Hurkamp Park Fredericksburg, VA 22401. September 19 Outdoor concert with the Fredericksburg Big Band. Hurkamp Park, Prince Edward St. downtown Fredericksburg. 7-10 p.m. Rain date: September 26. Free admission and Parking. Concession & baked goods available Donations accepted. Sponsored by the Salvation Army's Women's Auxiliary to send kids to Camp HappyLand.

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September 20 Stafford Songfest Sundays - Leather and Lace (Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac tribute band) Come join us every third Sunday June September as live bands perform from 3:00 to 5:00 PM on Celebration Stage at John Lee Pratt Memorial Park. Whether you're a fan of vintage rock, classic country or rhythm & blues, we're sure to have a concert that moves you! Pack a picnic lunch and bring the entire family for a day filled with music and song! Admission is $10.00 per car. Concessions will be available. Concerts will be held rain or shine. www.staffordparks.com. September 22 Picnic in the Park Picnic in the Park formerly "Lunch at Hurkamp", started in 1997 and has grown into one of the community’s most popular events. Bring a picnic lunch, a blanket and come relax with the kiddos. 540-372-1086. Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Free. September 25 to September 27 Virginia Numismatic Assoc. Convention & Coin Show. Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center, 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Free Parking and Admission. 540-272-1524. September 26 White Oak Ministries - 3rd Annual Car Show 2015. Mission India on Saturday September 26, 2015 rain date October 3. All proceeds go to the Mission Field. 540-373-2850. 299 White Oak Road Fredericksburg, VA. $15 per car at gate. September 27 Gari Melchers Home and Studio Woodland Hikes. Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont offers free guided nature hikes every last Sunday of the month. Tours will start outside the Museum Shop at 2 pm. Members of the Central Rappahannock Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist program will lead tours of the woods and fields at Belmont. 540654-1015. 224 Washington Street Falmouth, VA 22405. Free. September 29 • Picnic in the Park Picnic in the Park formerly "Lunch at Hurkamp" started in 1997 and has grown into one of the community’s most popular events. Bring a picnic lunch, a blanket and come relax with the 14

MII-GII’S THRIFT SHOP Welcome to Mii-Gii's Thrift shop, a division of "Mii-Gii's Hope" Charity. We are a community based thrift shop where a portion of the proceeds from the sale of donated items support our local homeless shelters Thurman Brisben and Micah House. Hours of operation are Monday Through Friday 10:30am to 4:30pm. We can be reached at (540) 220-7174. Please visit and purchase as often as possible to help support our local community. Your donations are tax deductible. Thank you for caring. kiddos. 540-372-1086. Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Free.

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September 1 to October 31 Olde Towne Carriage Witch, Ghosts, Thieves, Murder and Mayhem Tours The Ghosts and Ghouls of Fredericksburg are all around you! 540-318-7544. 706 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $15 for adults, $7 for children. October 3 Art in the Park In conjunction with the Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market, Art in the Park is an amazing showcase of local artists and their talents. 500 Prince Edward St. Hurkamp Park, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. October 3 Saturdays in Mary's Garden Tie One on Kick Off. Join Gardener Jeanette Rose for Saturdays in Mary's Garden: Tie One On. Tie One On is a month long breast cancer awareness raiser

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C WINE & DESIGN Wine & Design, the popular "paint and sip" franchise, now has two locations in the Rappahannock Region! Whether you are looking for entertainment in Stafford or Fredericksburg, Wine & Design has you covered! You can attend daily classes at the studio, local restaurants, or even at your house! Gather your friends for a Private Party. Want to paint with coworkers? Wine & Design offers an exciting way to approach teambuilding. Painting parties are great for birthday parties, girls night out, date nights, bachelorette parties, baby showers, bridal showers, and so much more! Wine & Design also offers classes for kids through the Art Buzz Kids program. Drop them off for a kids class, or stay and paint with them for a parent and child paired painting! Whether you are a novice painter or have never even touched a paintbrush, be prepared to have the time of your life! whose mission it is to empower and inspire modern women. 540- 373-1569. 1200 Charles Street Fredericksburg, VA.

October 3 Capital Ale House Oktoberfest 540-371-2337. www.capitalalehouse.com

October 3 8th Annual Senior Citizens Art Show Features over 100 magnificent paintings, watercolors, and sculptures created by talented senior citizen artists. Ribbons will be awarded. The opening reception begins at 1 PM in Room B at Rowser, 1739 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Stafford, with food, drink, lively conversation, music and door prizes. All ages; Sat, 10/3; 1-3 PM; Rowser. Free. www.staffordparks.com.

October 3 Concert: "Music for Mr. Monroe" The Colonial Music Institute, an early-American living history musical ensemble, will perform a concert of music from James Monroe's era in the museum garden, featuring instruments of the period. 540-654-1043. 908 Charles Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $15 ($12 for Friends of JMM)

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October 3 Stonewall Jackson 20-Mile Ambulance Run. Run along portions of General "Stonewall" Jackson's actual ambulance route and the Spotsylvania Wilderness and Chancellorsville Battlefields. Register at Loriella Park Office, online at active.com, or by mail to P.O. Box 28, Spotsylvania, VA 22553. October 10 The Now & Then Doll Club Doll & Toy Show and Sale. There will be dealers selling antique to modern dolls. The club is a non-profit organization and a member of the United Federation Of Doll Clubs. Lunch will be available. 540-720-5644. 11309 Tidewater Trail Fredericksburg Elks Lodge #875 ( On RT.2 & Rt. 17, just south of Fairgrounds) Fredericksburg, VA. $5.50 adults and children $2.50. October 10 Neighborhood Tours - History of Our Homes. The Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center, along with Hallowed Ground Tours, presents a special walking tour. 540-809-3918. 1201 Washington Avenue Fredericksburg, VA 22401. $5 adult, $2 child, $2 student. FREE for Museum members October 17 • Art in the Park In conjunction with the Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market, Art in the Park is an amazing showcase of local artists and their talents. 500 Prince Edward St. Hurkamp Park Fredericksburg, VA 22401. October 17 Stafford Fall Family Festival 11 AM-4:30 PM; John Lee Pratt Memorial Park; featuring artisans and crafters, hay rides, inflatables, festival food, children’s activities, our annual Pumpkin Derby and special musical entertainment. www.staffordparks.com. $10 per car. October 17 The Great Pumpkin Derby Time is TBA at John Lee Pratt Memorial Park; held in conjunction with the Stafford Fall Family Festival; Prizes will be given to winning racers and for the best decorated. The Pumpkin Derby Workshop is included in the registration. Cost $20 Stafford residents/$25 non-Stafford (includes admission to the Stafford Fall Family Festival) must pre-register; All ages; deadline 16

one week prior; visit www.staffordparks.com for more information October 17 Colonial Fashion Show Colonial Fashion Show with models, judges, and prizes for all genders and ages. 540-3711494. 1304 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401. October 25 Gari Melchers Home and Studio Woodland Hikes. Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont offers free guided nature hikes every last Sunday of the month. Tours will start outside the Museum Shop at 2 pm. 540-6541015. 224 Washington Street Falmouth, VA 22405. November 7 Annual Fredericksburg Zombie Walk Benefiting local area charities, this event takes place on the first Saturday of November at Hurkamp Park in Fredericksburg, 500 William Street, Fredericksburg VA 22401. 3pm to 6pm. Please bring nonperishable food items, household cleaning products, paper products or a monetary donation. TROLLEY TOURS OF FREDERICKSBURG Trolley Tours of Fredericksburg is the city’s only tour that includes historic homes, attractions, and the famous Sunken Road, site of the Battle of Fredericksburg. Thirty-five monuments, markers, and attractions are included in the tour along with the Confederate and Federal Cemeteries and America’s Oldest Masonic Cemetery. Tickets and more information can be found at the Downtown Fredericksburg’s Visitor Center. The Four Spotsylvania wineries are pleased to announce they have teamed up with Trolley Tours of Fredericksburg to bring you a unique winery experience and day to remember with a Trolley Winery Tour on the third Sunday of each Month. www.fredericksburgtrolley.com/winery.html OLDE TOWN CARRIAGE TOURS OF FREDERICKSBURG Join us for a relaxing, informative carriage tour as we explore the heart of "America’s Most Historic City." We’ll ramble through Fredericksburg’s 40 blocks of historic neighborhoods, where you’ll see the quaint streets and picturesque architecture

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without the stress of driving, parking, or wondering where you are. The lectured tours are in the comfort of a van to make your day more personalized, informative, and fun! The tours include Arlington Cemetery, WWII Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol, The White House, The Smithsonian and much more. Visit them online today at www.ustoursoffredericksburg.com or call 800863-6333 to schedule your full day tour. 17

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SPOTSYLVANIA A GREAT VACATION SPOT! Spotsylvania County’s wonderfully diverse attractions are conveniently located between Richmond, VA, and Washington, D.C, along Interstate 95. The Visitor Center at I-95 exit #126 is open 7 days per week. Several major military battles of the Civil War were fought in the County, and The National Park Service (NPS) and other public and private supporters have respectfully preserved over 8,000 acres for quiet enjoyment. The NPS has a visitor center in the northwest portion of the County, where historians are available during the Summer to lead tours and assist visitors in learning about soldier and civilian experiences during the War. Experience the 26 mile long 208 Sale Trail in September. Local wines and spirits can be found at Lake Anna Winery, Mattaponi Winery, Wilderness Run Vineyards, Maltese Brewing Co., A. Smith Bowman Distillery, and the Blue and Gray Brewery. All have tours, and are family owned and operated. The Spotsylvania Museum, located in the center of the County, depicts a wide range of historical periods, including Native American activities and the first Governor of Virginia -Alexander Spotswood -- who greatly influenced the lives of ordinary citizens in the early 1700’s. The Museum provides maps for self-guided tours of nearby battlefields and the historic Spotsylvania Courthouse area (one block away). The John J. Wright Museum and Cultural Center will let you explore the history of Civil Rights in Spotsylvania.

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At the south border of the County is the extensive Lake Anna recreation area, where all forms of resort and water activities are available. Boat sales, rentals, launching, marinas along with lodging, dining, and related equipment are available. Lake Anna State Park has 15 miles of walking trails. The immense Spotsylvania regional mall offers every imaginable variety of shopping and dining experience. Many hotels and B&B’s are conveniently located near major attractions. See our web page VisitSpotsy.com.

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Washington Heritage Museums Whether visiting from across the country, or around the corner, the Washington Heritage Museums are must see stops in Fredericksburg. Each museum is connected to the Washington family, and help illustrate the story of 18th century life in Fredericksburg and a budding nation. The Mary Washington House is the final home of Mary Ball Washington. She spent the last seventeen years of her life in this home, purchased for her by her son George Washington. He bought the house and land at Charles and Lewis Streets, adding additional rooms to make a “commodious home” for his mother. She moved from Ferry Farm in Stafford County, where she raised her children and managed the farm as a widow. In the city, she could be closer to her daughter, Betty Lewis, who lived at Kenmore. Visitors can see her “best dressing glass”, that she willed to George, and her teapot. Currently there is an exhibit detailing the saving of the Mary Washington House in 1890 by a dedicated group of local women. They saved the house from being sold, dismantled, and shipped to Chicago for the Columbian Exposition. The exhibit also highlights preservation efforts at the Mary Washington House since that time. The Rising Sun Tavern on Caroline Street is sure to entertain visitors of all ages. Built as the residence of G e o r g e Wa s h i n g t o n ’s brother, Charles in 1760, it became a tavern in 1792. The Wallace family transformed the home into a tavern, as it remained for 35 years. The Rising Sun was a “proper tavern” serving as a stopover for travelers in the bustling port town of Fredericksburg. Visitors learn about 18th century class structure, manners, sayings, and tavern life from “indentured servants and tavern wenches.”

Brigadier General Hugh Mercer served under George Washington. While a doctor in Fredericksburg, he treated Mary Washington. The Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop at the corner of Caroline and Amelia Streets portrays his medical office. Visitors learn of treatments of the day in an immersive first person tour. A recent addition to the collection is a letter from George Weedon, who adopted Hugh Mercer’s son, to Charles Willson Peale. The letter discusses the artistic training of Mercer’s son by Peale, a prominent artist of the time. Washington Heritage Museums acquired the sites in 2013 from Preservation Virginia by deed of gift. This new organization, with old roots, is dedicated to preserving the museums for generations to come. In the last two and a half years, local residents formed the 501(c)(3), organized its bylaws and structure, and hired the first executive director. New events, aimed at engaging public interest, have included the familyfriendly event “County Fair,” events focused on the Revolutionary War hero Hugh Mercer, and a beer tasting based on Mary Washington’s gingerbread recipe. Each October, Washington Heritage Museums highlights breast cancer awareness at the home of Mary Washington, who died of breast cancer. “Tie One On” is a beautiful month-long event, during which members, visitors, and friends may tie pink ribbons on the fence of the Mary Washington House to honor or remember someone who has battled breast cancer. The fence, bedecked with pink ribbons, serves as a visual reminder of the impact of the disease. This coming September, Washington Heritage Museums will be celebrating the 125th anniversary of the saving of the Mary Washington House. The event, being held on September 12th, will be an evening fundraising event honoring efforts throughout the years to preserve the Mary Washington House. Because the Washington Heritage Museums receive no state or federal funding, donations are very important to ongoing preservation efforts.

Contact: 540-373-5630 • www.WashingtonHeritageMuseums.org

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1890 CAROLINE HOUSE The 1890 Caroline House is located on the main street of Historic Fredericksburg, one block from the train station servicing Amtrak and VRE to Washington and Richmond. Built in 1890 and purchased at auction by Jackie and Chuck Leopold March 17th, 2006, the Caroline House has been refurbished to its original grandeur with all of the modern conveniences to make your visit memorable. They offer 3 elegant rooms with Jacuzzi tubs, exquisite hand-made mosaic showers, king size beds, quality linens and amenities. The Inn was featured in Romantic Homes (February 2011 issue) magazine. Breakfast is served at 8:30 a.m. or on Sunday, if you wish to sleep in, you may have Brunch at Bistro Bethem from 11a.m. - 2 pm with a voucher and reservations made by the Inn. 20

1890 Caroline House Special The 1890 Caroline House is now available for extended stay accommodations with a 3night minimum. Located across the street from the exquisite Fredericksburg Square, the 1890 Caroline House has 2 luxurious king rooms with 2 person showers and Jacuzzis, a suite with a gas fireplace facing the living room and the bedroom, king size bed and a beautiful bathroom with a Jacuzzi and 2 person shower. Enjoy your private courtyard with your guests. Reserve the entire house for $675 per night with a security deposit and signed contract. Limited to a six-person occupancy, no children/pets. Please contact The Richard Johnston Inn at 540-899-7606 and we will be happy to send you information.

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RICHARD JOHNSTON INN The Richard Johnston Inn makes an ideal get way for a vacation, weekend retreat, business trip or conference. Whether one is looking for the perfect romantic getaway or a place to relax after a long day of work, the Richard Johnston Inn offers luxury accommodations (discounts for corporate/military) that are perfect for all. Each guest room features a private bathroom, flat screen television, and high-speed wireless internet access. Park your car in the large, off street parking area or come by train – they are only 3 blocks from the train station and will pick up guests with 24 hour notice.

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Awards and Recommendations • Chosen by Southern Living Readers Choice Awards as “One of the Best Bed and Breakfast in the South” • Voted “The Best of Washington for Weekend Get Aways” by The Washingtonian • Voted “Best in the Burg” by readers of the local newspaper, The Front Porch • Featured on WUSA TV with reporter Jan Fox as “One of the Most Romantic Inns in Virginia” • The Washington Post states: “In less than an hour from Washington, you can feel far, far away by visiting Historic Fredericksburg and The Richard Johnston Inn.” 21

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KENMORE INN Built circa 1824, the Kenmore Inn offers a handsome assortment of both cozy and luxurious accommodations. The nine guest rooms are beautifully appointed with period antiques and offer many amenities. Each room features a private bathroom, flat screen television with cable, and high speed wireless internet. Four rooms offer working fireplaces, hardwood floors, and vaulted ceilings. A complimentary full breakfast is served every morning in their historic Main Dining Room. Guests can also enjoy a leisurely dinner in their romantic candlelit Garden Room, prepared by Executive Chef, Jacqueline Hartman. Their English style Pub with a polished copper horseshoe bar and sunken patio is a great place to meet friends, have some drinks and just relax. Their opulent and historic ambiance is also the perfect place to host your next event. Let the Kenmore Innâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experienced staff pamper your guests with excellent service and exquisite meals. Call 540-371-7622 or email reservations@kenmoreinn.com for reservations.. 22

COUNTRY INN & SUITES Country Inn & Suites is located on Rt. 1 off I-95 at exit 126. This luxury inn is centrally placed between Historic Downtown Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania's Southpoint & Cosner's Corner Shopping centers. Convenient, comfortable, and always accommodating, and welcome to the Country Inn Suites. They offer a hearty breakfast, spacious affordable non smoking rooms, and friendly personable staff. Hosting a meeting or special event? They have space for up to 170 guests, and a professional staff to assist with planning and set up. They have coffee and fresh baked cookies 24 hours a day. Take a dip in their large indoor pool/spa. Fitness room and business center are also on site. All rooms are equipped with high speed wireless internet, microwave and fridge. They're pet friendly too! Come stay at The Country Inn And Suites and they'll show you what hospitality is all about.

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THE FREDERICKSBURG HOSPITALITY HOUSE HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER The Fredericksburg Hospitality House Hotel and Conference Center is in the heart of Fredericksburg’s Central Park’s shopping, dining and entertainment complex, off Interstate 95, minutes from local attractions, Civil War sites and Historic Fredericksburg. Professional event and meeting planners on staff help plan memorable events in facilities that accommodate up to 750 people – ideal for business, government and non-profit groups, religious, fraternal, military balls and reunions, anniversaries and weddings. Modern amenities include a fully equipped business center and wireless internet connections throughout the hotel. The 196 guest rooms and suites have mini-refrigerators, microwave ovens, irons, ironing boards, hair dryers, coffee makers and flat screen tvs. In addition, there is an exercise room, coin operated laundry and laundry service, a Junior Olympic-size outdoor pool, ample free parking, restaurant and lounge.

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WILDERNESS PRESIDENTIAL RESORTS Wilderness Presidential Resorts is a familyoriented retreat that rests on over 600 acres of beautiful forests and waterways in historic Spotsylvania County, Virginia. Open 365 days a year, Wilderness guests enjoy fun, weekly planned activities, campsite access, RV rentals and fully stocked cabins. Wilderness has new exciting things happening every day! Visit our web-site for all the activities. See ad on page 2.

HAMPTON INN & SUITES Hampton Inn & Suites at Fredericksburg South (I-95, Exit 126) is the area’s address for stylish and comfortable lodging. They have been awarded the “Circle of Excellence” Award and ranked in the top 10% of all Hampton Inn and Suites Hotels in the Country. With 121 guest rooms and suites, guests will enjoy exceptional service and amenities to make their stay a home on the 23

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road. Start your day with the On the House(tm) Hot Breakfast, stay connected with our free wireless high speed interne. Choose from standard rooms, executive king rooms with microwave and refrigerator, or spread out in a spacious guest suite. There are meeting rooms ranging from 600 to 1200 sq. ft. with seating up to 80. A Suite Shop, on and off property fitness center and indoor pool are also available. Call us at 540-8985000 for reservations and more information. Near Downtown, easy on/off I-95 at exit 126.

experience the Bistro, which offers healthy food and beverages in the morning and evening dinner service with cocktails. After a good night's rest on luxurious bedding, enjoy a workout in our 24-hour gym. At the end of a busy day, take a dip in our indoor pool and a stroll to shops and the waterfront. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet throughout, a 24-hour business center and boarding pass printing service. The Courtyard Fredericksburg Historic District and our friendly staff await your arrival.

THE COURTYARD MARRIOTT The Courtyard Fredericksburg Historic District provides convenient accommodations near an Amtrak station, Geico, Intuit, University of Mary Washington, Quantico, Dahlgren and cultural attractions. Our downtown Fredericksburg hotel, the only hotel in the historic area, features an inviting lobby with flexible spaces to work or relax and easy access to the latest news, weather and airport conditions via our GoBoard. While with us,

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT Superior customer service and affordable rates make our hotel the perfect choice for your long-term and short-term lodging needs. Our suites are 25% larger than the average hotel room, making it easier to settle in and connect to the local neighborhood. We are a 93 all suite, non-smoking property with fully equipped kitchens that also offers ample living area. A complimentary, hot, continental breakfast is served, daily and

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fresh brownies are offered in the evenings. Additionally, we offer wired & free Wi-Fi internet connection and HBO, free local phone calls, and guest dry cleaning services are also available. We also offer a 24-hour coin operated laundry facility, outdoor pool, fitness room and business center. Pets are welcomed for a small fee and they can enjoy the designated pet park on the property. Several restaurants are within walking distance and our hotel is close to Historic Downtown Fredericksburg for dining and entertainment. Group and Corporate rates are offered (please contact the hotel directly for discounted rates). TownePlace Suites by Marriott looks forward to serving you and welcome you to our neighborhood, Fredericksburg, VA.

INN AT KELLY´S FORD Inn at Kelly´s Ford is your entry to the casual elegance of Virginia´s historic Hunt Country. Located on the historical site of the Kelly´s Ford Civil War Battlefield, the Inn is set on 25

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SLEEP INN Sleep Inn is Choice Hotels’ newest property in Southpoint Plaza at Massaponax. Located behind the WyteStone Suites, they are conveniently located near dining, shopping and interstate 95. Their 67 rooms cater to everyone from families to the business traveler. Sleep Inn boasts an exercise facility, seasonal outdoor pool, in room refrigerators and a deluxe continental breakfast. For reservations or information contact them at 540-710-5500 or 1-877-424-6423.

150 acres, part of a larger 500-acre estate. Join us for the perfect getaway, or plan your wedding or an invigorating company event. Come year-round to enjoy the rolling hills and flowing Rappahannock River. Steep yourself in the region´s rich heritage. Revitalize your senses... go hiking, biking, swimming, canoeing or enjoy a round of golf at any one of six nearby courses. Bask in the cordial hospitality offering you or your organization, thoroughly luxurious lodging and fine dining in a casual, elegant setting.

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Country Inn Suites 540-898-1800

Shopping, dining, and theaters minutes away. 3 miles to historic Fredericksburg.

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Courtyard Marriott 540-373-8300 620 Caroline Street 800-321-2211

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Hampton Inn 540-898-5000 4800 Market Street

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Hospitality House 540-736-1006 2801 Plank Road

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Horseback riding, swimming, hiking, canoeing, golfing and more!.

Kenmore Inn 540-371-7622 1200 Princess Anne Street

Walking distance to downtown, conference facility for up to 60

The 1890 Caroline House 540-899-7606 528 Caroline Street

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One block from the train station servicing Amtrak and VRE to Washington and Richmond

The Richard Johnston Inn 540-899-7606 711 Caroline Street

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TownePlace Suites 540-891-0775 4700 Market Street

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Fredericksburg Area Service League Fredericksburg Area Service League (FASL) is an organization of women dedicated to helping children in Fredericksburg and its surrounding counties through financial and volunteer support. Since 1993, the mission of FASL has been to improve and enrich the lives of children in the Fredericksburg area. To-date, the league has donated over $700,000 to the community and has provided food, shelter, care, education, and opportunities to children and families in need. In addition to volunteering thousands of hours each year, league members pledge to financially support various local childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organizations. To fulfill our financial obligations we host fundraising events throughout the year. One of our most beloved fundraisers is Junior Cotillion of Fredericksburg. Junior Cotillion of Fredericksburg is one of Fredericksburg Area Service Leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest programs offering basic instruction in etiquette and ballroom dance for middle school children in sixth through eighth grade. Junior Cotillion teaches children how to treat others with dignity, grace, and respect for better relationships with family, friends, and associates. The six-class course which begins September 27, 2015 includes four two hour classes and two dances. The first dance is the Holly Ball, which is an opportunity for students to share what they have learned with a parent or other adult. The course also includes a formal dinner dance at the Fredericksburg Country Club, where students are able to practice everything they have learned at a four-course dinner and dance. Classes and the Holly Ball are held at Strictly Ballroom Dance Studio. The studio is owned by Michael and Melissa Scott, who have years of experience teaching dance to children and love to share the benefits of dancing by providing a family-oriented, positive, and knowledgeable atmosphere.

During Junior Cotillion, students are instructed in the basics of traditional ballroom dance, allowing them to interact with people and learn a life-long skill. The other half of each class is comprised of etiquette instruction which takes place in a small group setting. This allows students plenty of individual attention and hands-on experience to practice what they are learning each week. Junior Cotillion teaches students skills that will be valuable in daily interactions with peers and adults and will be useful when attending social events and in the workforce. Instructors will also offer guidance on netiquette and internet safety. Students can register online at: www.faserviceleague.com/events.html or by contacting Kate Crowder at mannersmatterva@gmail.com. The class is $225 per student with a $35 deposit due upon registration and the remainder due before the first class. Junior Cotillion is a FASL fundraising event and all profits benefit local childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charities.

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American Red Cross 4836 Southpoint Pkwy., Fredericksburg, VA 22407 Phone: 540-373-5176 Fax: 540-373-0500 Website: rappahannockarea.redcross.org

Birthright of Fredericksburg, Inc. 2006 Lafayette Blvd., Suite 202 Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: 540-898-8558 HOTLINE: 1-800-550-4900 Website: www.birthrightoffredericksburg.com Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington 200 Gunnery Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: 540-368-9531 Fax: 540-368-9537 Website: www.bgcgw.org/clubs/fredericksburg.html Fred. Area HIV/AIDS Support Services 415 Elm Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: 540-371-7532 X10 • Fax: 540-371-8446 Website: www.fahass.org Lloyd Moss Free Clinic 13011 Sam Perry Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone:540-741-1061 • Website: www.mossfreeclinic.org New Life For Youth Men's Ranch 1500 Log Cabin Road, Beaverdam, VA 23015 Office-804-448-2750

New Life For Youth Mercy House (Women's Home) 2915 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, VA 23224 Office-804-230-4485 Rappahannock Area Council For Children and Parents www.RACCAP.ORG, 540-785-6217 Educating Parents With Continuing Support Around A Free Dinner Rappahannock Big Brothers Big Sisters 325A Wallace Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: 540-371-7444 Fax: 540-371-7445 Website: www.rbbbs.org Rappahannock Refuge, Inc.-Hope House 902 Lafayette Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: 540-371-0831 • Website: www.hopehouseva.org SERVE 15 Upton Lane, Stafford, VA 22554 Phone: 540-288-9603 • Fax: 540-288-9599 Thrive, the Healing Center A non-profit women’s resource center focusing on women who have experienced trauma, tragedy and transition who are seeking change in their lives. We offer classes, support groups and workshops, including yoga and pain and chronic illness support. Please see our website or call our office (540)361-1331 for details

The Thurman Brisben Center, located at 471 Central Road, Fredericksburg, has been providing valuable services for the community since 1987; and is the only emergency homeless shelter in all of Planning District 16, which includes the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford. The Center serves men, women and children and is classified as a programmatic facility which offers homeless individuals and families an on-site safe and structured program to help them achieve and maintain self-sufficiency and independence. For more information on the Thurman Brisben Center and National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week please visit our website at www.brisbencenter.org.

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ELECTRICITY Dominion VA Power Rappahannock Electric Co-op Northern Neck Electric Co-op

(888) 667-3000 (800) 552-3904 (800) 243-2860

FREDERICKSBURG VISITOR’S CENTER 706 Caroline Street (540) 373-1776 FREDericksburg Regional Transit www.RideFRED.com.

(540) 372-1222

NATURAL GAS Columbia Gas Commonwealth Gas Service Commonwealth Propane Foster Fuel & Cool

(800) 543-8911 (540) 898-2817 (540) 898-0357 (540) 898-2151

RADIO Q95.9 and Thunder 104.5 LaPositiva 1350 Bluegrass 89.5 FM

(540) 891-9696 (540) 361-1278 (540) 582-9700

POST OFFICE Fredericksburg

(540) 370-0948

600 Princess Anne Street is open 8:30am-5pm Monday Friday and 9am-2:30pm Sat. 24 hours access to PO boxes and stamp machines.

Falmouth

(540) 373-8860

On U.S. 17 near the England Run Shopping Center. Open 8:30am-5pm Monday - Friday and 9am-1pm Saturday.

Spotsylvania

(540) 582-5151

7420 Brock Rd. in the Courthouse area. Open 8am-5pm Monday - Friday and 9am-1pm Saturday.

Stafford

(540) 659-4775

on Rte 1 next to Aquia Terrace. Open 8am-5pm Monday - Friday and 9am-1pm Saturday.

RECYCLING CENTER www.fredericksburgva.gov/publicworks/recycle.asp

TELEPHONE Verizon

(540) 954-6222

VOTER REGISTRATION Spotsylvania Stafford Fredericksburg

(540) 582-7124 (540) 658-4000 (540) 372-1030

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Education Minnieland 800-504-2993 www.minnieland.com

Health & Beauty 730 Salon 730 Kenmore Avenue Skin+Touch Therapy 714 Caroline Street

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Home & Garden Pine Hallow Nurseries 8904 Jefferson David Hwy

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Recreation Wilderness Presidential Resort 9220 Plank Road • 540-972-7433

Special Services A Fairy Tale Tea

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A Handsome Hound Grooming 540-368-9663 613 Caroline Street ADS Meeting & Training Center 540-370-0000 107 Westwood Office Park Confederate Ridge Animal Hospital Y 2301 1/2 Jefferson Davis Hwy 540-373-6100 Eurotech Auto Service 540-657-1007 Y 17 A Potomac Creek Dr. Maid Brigade 540-371-3518 Y Old Towne Carriage The Insurance Guys 503 Sophia Street Trolley Tours

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U.S. Tours 1-800-863-6333 Wine & Design 540-628-2088 556 Garrisonville Road, Stafford

WATER & SEWER Fredericksburg Utility Stafford Utility Spotsylvania Utility

(540) 372-1182 (540) 658-8616 (540) 898-4096

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EUROTECH Established by well- known local Mercedes & Volvo technician, Rick McMullen. Eurotech is located in Stafford VA, in close proximity to the Stafford Courthouse, Central Park, and Fredericksburg. We are conveniently located off Route 1, one mile North of the I-95 ramp to Exit 136. As a Mercedes and Volvo Independent shop, Eurotech has been a trusted service provider in the area for over 16 years. We provide loaner cars and keep fast-moving parts on hand for customer convenience and quick turnaround service. Eurotech has a talented, honest staff that provides trustworthy service and advice. Listening to and understanding our customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs and taking their budget concerns into consideration has proven to be an effective business model for Eurotech. Website: www.mercvolvo.com or Email: mercvolvo@comcast.net

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MINNIELAND ACADEMY Minnieland Academy provides award winning early childhood education programs at more than 60 locations in Virginia. Minnieland’s programs include: • Infant and Toddler care • Morning and Full Day Preschools • Jr. Kindergarten • Montessori • Full-Day Private Kindergarten • Before and After School Care • Winter, Spring and Summer camps Minnieland Academy classrooms are bright, colorful and are the setting for innovative learning experiences, including art, music, computers, science, language and literacy. Hot, fresh and healthy meals and snacks are served daily, and transportation is provided to and from 32

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CONFEDERATE RIDGE ANIMAL HOSPITAL Finding a good veterinarian for Henry was one of my main thoughts, when I moved to Fredericksburg. He is a Great Dane German Shepard cross; floppy eared, long table clearing tail, and 160 pounds of love. I had asked the few people I knew, and one of them said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;take him to Confederate Ridge.â&#x20AC;? So I called and asked if Henry and I could stop by sometime to see how far they are and if I felt comfortable. So one day we loaded up (that is what you do with a 160 pound dog) followed the directions the receptionist gave me, and I was impressed. It was very centrally located from no matter where you lived around here. We walked around the outside a bit, I didn't want Henry to embarrass me on our first visit because where Henry goes nothing grows. We went inside and I found a seat. Henry and I sat quietly and observed other clients coming and going - some people just picked up food and medicine, others were there for pet

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appointments. When it was calm, we walked up to the desk, Henry put his paws up on the high desk and looked at the little girl right in the eye, then licked her chin. She gave him a treat. Well, needless to say, we made an appointment for a check up. A few weeks later when we arrived, he seemed to be right at home. He knew the yard is where he is do his business before we go inside, just like at home. He knew the right door to go, then it was time to look for the lady with the treats. He bolted for the desk and she was ready for him, treat in hand. Henry sailed through his check up, thinking the entire staff is only there to give him pats and treats. That was almost 30 years ago. My beloved Henry has long been gone from my side but will live in my heart forever and so will Confederate Ridge Animal Hospital. Now I work there and invite you and your pet to experience what a treat an animal hospital should be.

Late in the summer of 1865, northern On fame’s eternal camping ground journalist John Trowbridge visited the former Their silent tents are spread battlefields around Fredericksburg. He was And glory guards with solemn round preparing material for what would become The bivouac of the dead.” his volume The South: A Tour of Its The sign Trowbridge describes had been Battlefields and Ruined Cities (1866). installed on a battle-damaged oak by a Union On Thursday morning, September 14, burial party that combed the surrounding Trowbridge met with his driver and guide, landscape two months earlier. The same sign, Richard H. Hicks, who would take him the and adjacent graves, would eventually be twelve miles from Fredericksburg to the photographed the following spring, in April Spotsylvania Courthouse area. Regaled with of 1866 by a touring Union Surgeon, Reed insights into the region by Hicks, Trowbridge Brockway Bontecou and his entourage. In also made note of the desolate landscape the photograph the sign is easily identifiable along the way and the impoverished as a premade grave marker, one of perhaps conditions of the war-torn county. thousands brought in preparedness by the Arriving at the section burial party of July 1865. The of Confederate earthworks inscription demonstrates the known infamously as “The talents of the soldier who Bloody Angle” Trowbridge painted them, undoubtedly wrote, an accomplished sign painter “Of the woods, in his civilian profession. despoiled by the storm of The Union burial party iron and lead, only a had been dispatched by the ghastly grove of dead Federal government to collect trunks and dreary dry remains of their fallen limbs remained. Keeping comrades in the months around the western edge following the war’s of these, we came to a conclusion, as they had not strange medley of been properly interred during intrenchments, which it the haste of battle. The armies would have required an simply moved on too quickly engineer to unravel and to accommodate this dignity, understand. Here Grant’s and the dead lay where they works had been pushed fell, either with a shallow up against Lee’s, covering of earth, or with swallowing them as one their clothed bones bleaching wave swallows another. The author, with full scale reproduction of in the sun. Northern sentiment Nowhere else have I seen the sign fashioned from a wooden grave had raised concern that the marker, and photographed evidence of such close and remains of the Union dead at the Bloody Angle. desperate fighting.“ might be desecrated by the “Upon a hacked and defeated southerners. In time barkless trunk at the angle of the woods, in the temporary graves would once again be the midst of graves, was nailed aloft a board moved to the heights above Fredericksburg, bearing these lines: in what is now the National Cemetery. 34

Ironically, during Dr. Bontecou’s visit to the Wilderness battlefield, he collected thirty-two crania of unknown Confederate dead as pathological specimens to be eventually donated to the Armed Forces Museum of Pathology, today known as the National Museum of Health and Medicine. Photograph taken in April 1866, showing sign attached to battle-scared tree, In 1866, many of the approximately ten feet from the ground. - Library of Congress Confederate dead Elijah (his guide that day) said that the remained in situ, on the battlefield, and Bontecou’s photographer documented them words United States soldiers indicated plainly as well, scattered across the shattered that it had not been the intention to bury landscape. Sadly, even the locals had not Rebels there. As grim sarcasm on this neglect, made an effort to properly inter the fallen. somebody had flung three human skulls over Trowbridge had noted the year before that the paling into the cemetery, where they lay these remains could be easily identified as blanching among the graves.” southerners by the decaying remains of their John Cummings is a visual historian and uniforms with buttons bearing the state seals the author of two books on the for which they served. Having encountered some of these Fredericksburg/Spotsylvania region. He provides remains, those of North Carolinians in the battlefield guide services and research assistance to visitors. He has also written for several Wilderness, Trowbridge described the scene, “The buttons may have told a true story: national and local magazines and newspapers, North Carolinians they may have been; yet I and provided historical research and could not believe this to be the true reason commentary for four documentary films. He why they had not been decently interred. It served on the former Spotsylvania Courthouse must have been that these bodies, and others Tourism and Special Events Commission, and is found afterwards, were overlooked by the chairperson for the Friends of the Fredericksburg party sent to construct the cemeteries. It was Area Battlefields, (FoFAB). shameful negligence, to say the least. The cemetery was nearby – a little clearing Contact information is available surrounded by a picket fence and comprising on his blog at: seventy trenches, each containing the http://spotsylvaniacw.blogspot.com/ remains of I don’t know how many dead. Each trench was marked with a headboard inscribed: Unknown United States soldiers, killed May, 1864. 35

Wilderness Battlefield May 5-6, 1864 This conflict introduced Union General, U.S. Grant to Lee in battle. Even though the battle ended in a stalemate, Grant pressed southward, “On to Richmond”

Chancellorsville Battlefield April 27 - May 6, 1863 Action in the battle included a spectacular military maneuver by Lee and his most trusted subordinate, Stonewall Jackson; but the day ended in calamity when Jackson was fatally wounded by his own troops.

Spotsylvania Battlefield May 8-21, 1864 On the most direct route to Richmond, lay the crossroads at Spotsylvania Court House, where warring troops engaged for 2 weeks, including 20 hours on May 12 in the most intense hand-to-hand fighting of the war at the “Bloody Angle”. 36

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Fredericksburg Battlefield December 11-15, 1862 Called Lee’s most one-sided victory, the Battle of Fredericksburg focused on the Stone Wall at Marye’s Heights.

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Chatham Manor is a magnificent 18thcentury home overlooking the city of Fredericksburg. Open to the public as part of the National Park Service, visitors are welcome to experience this historic estate. Originally the home of William Fitzhugh, a representative in the House of Burgesses alongside George Washington, Chatham was built in 1771 and named after William Pitt, the Earl of Chatham, a leading voice for the American colonies’ interests prior to the Revolution. Fitzhugh designed Chatham to reflect distinction and taste. The Georgian style home is made of richly colored brick with evenly spaced windows stretching down the length of its symmetrical façade. The property originally totaled 1,280 acres with many outbuildings including barns, stables, an orchard, a mill, and more. Events and connections brought many visitors to Chatham. George Washington visited when travelling or seeing family. Washington was not the only President to visit Chatham. Thomas Jefferson jotted down this note on October 27, 1793, “Ferriage, etc. Chatham $.25,” evidence that Jefferson also visited the Fitzhugh’s at Chatham. Soon, the Civil War would visit Chatham too. During the war the estate served as headquarters and hospital. Chatham offered a clear view and a central location. Abraham Lincoln visited Chatham on May 23, 1862 to discuss military 42

strategy, adding himself to the list of presidential guests. In December 1862, during the Battle of Fredericksburg, Chatham became a military hospital operated by brave surgeons and volunteers including poet Walt Whitman. Whitman wrote a vivid account depicting Chatham’s state of disarray at the time of the Civil War. The building began to show wear and more than a hundred soldiers were buried on the grounds – they have since been relocated. The Devore family bought and renovated the home in the 1920s. Industrial magnate John Lee Pratt purchased Chatham from the Devore’s in 1931 and willed it to the National Park Service in 1975. Today, Chatham is open to the public and is constantly adding more notable names, like yours, to its guest list. Visitors to Chatham can tour the majestic building, walk the charming gardens, and stand where Walt Whitman stood to discover the best view of Fredericksburg the area has to offer. Information source and website to learn more about Chatham Manor: www.nps.gov. Photographs also by Gwendolyn Corkill

GEMSTONE CREATIONS Gemstone Creations is a full-service jewelry store where all your jewelry and gift-giving needs can be met. Whether you are looking for a repair while-you-wait, an extraordinary engagement ring or an engraved photo frame, they offer a wide selection of merchandise in their two-story building. With their laser welder and computerized engraving machine, they can repair or engrave almost anything. Since 1992 customer service is their #1 priority.

CAROLINE SQUARE A unique design of the old and the new can be found at Caroline Square, where 40 different dealers feature everything from vintage or repurposed furniture and jewelry to the latest in country stars, everything primitive, plus much more. Visit Caroline Square and find that perfect and unique gift for someone special or better yet, for yourself! Be sure to stop by for our monthly event every First Friday. Also, we are opened late every Friday (weather permitting) throughout the summer months. 43

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THE SCENTER OF TOWN The Scenter of Town, Fredericksburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown wellness center, is conveniently located at 907 Charles Street, across from the James Monroe Museum. The Scenter of Town is your one-stop shop for all of your Aromatherapy needs, providing personalized service, expert care and proven treatments to help you realize all your Aromatherapy and Alternative Wellness needs. We carry over 100 Essential oils from top manufacturers, as well as carrier oils and bulk materials to create your own special aromatherapy body products. Stop in today and visit our custom blending bar, where we make your Aromatherapy dreams come to life. Find your inspiration in The Scenter of Town.

THE MADE IN VIRGINIA STORE The Made in Virginia Store proudly presents products made by the people of Tidewater, Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Mountains, Piedmont, and Chesapeake Bay areas of Virginia. Stop by their store at 920 Caroline St. in downtown Fredericksburg or browse through their unique collection of gifts, souvenirs, crafts, wines, and foodstuffs

on line at www.madeinva.com. Gift baskets are available to send to your favorite Virginian or someone who just wishes they were!

LEGACY Legacy promises the unexpected and clever in home fashion. Emphasis is placed on furnishing home spaces. Since furniture sets the stage, Legacy features traditional to trendy. Building on that foundation, the shop offers a wide range of wall decor, textiles and decorative accessories. The newly expanded lighting and picture gallery will help to achieve just the right look. A browse through a catalog often lends a hand, so special ordering is available. There are always seasons at Legacy, an extensive

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foods as they grow. This way, we are not paying the premium for certified organic but are still getting quality foods for our families.

assortment of holiday fare always fills the window. A jolly Santa, a resin carved pumpkin, or an Easter tree filled with ornaments are ready for your table or mantle. Trendy handbags and jewelry also make Legacy a special place to shop for a personal gift. A courteous and informative staff is ready to welcome and assist you.

KICKSHAWS DOWNTOWN MARKET Organic Vs. Natural There is always much heated debate on whether you should choose USDA Certified Organic Foods or local foods that may not be certified. For my family, we have been able to maintain a good monthly food budget by looking at more local producers that we are familiar with and know what is or is not done to the

PAPPAGALLO FINE GIFTS & IMPORTS Looking for that exactly right, unusual gift for a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion? Pappagallo has the hard to find something youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been searching for, at an affordable price. We look forward to offering you exemplary service and complimentary gift wrapping, at 300 William Street, on the corner of Princess Anne, in the heart of historic old town Fredericksburg, Monday-Saturday, open 10am - 5pm. Pappagallofinegifts.com. See ad on page 3.

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THE CATS CLOSET The Cats Closet is a true cat lover’s emporium! You’ll find cat-themed sweaters, jackets, t-shirts, socks, scarves, jewelry, home décor, garden accessories and collectibles by artists Laurel Burch, Charles Wysocki, Jim Shore and Romero Britto. As an authorized dealer of The Cat's Meow Village, you will find a wide variety of local historical & favorite landmarks. For your favorite feline, you’ll discover the best toys and catnip, as well as scratching posts, Frontline, collars, Kitty Kaviar and more. The Cats Closet is a must for all feline fanatics!

CORKY’S Since it's opening in 1984, Corky's has gone through a number of changes and 46

now operates as one of the few remaining businesses still dealing with military surplus and memorabilia. Catering to the military, police, security, fire and rescue professions, Corky’s incorporates not only work related items but accessories, gifts, and collectibles the whole family can appreciate. You will find one of the best knife collections in the region at Corky’s as well as a selection of survival gear and clothing for children and adults. Mix that with a selection of hats, caps, jewelry, stickers, shoes and hundreds of other items and you have a destination worth investigating.

HUCKLEBERRY'S Huckleberry's is off the "Caroline Street" beaten path but we are worth the drive. As one of our customers put it, “Huckleberry's is a treasure trove of vintage, modern and unique finds as well as upscale twice loved furniture.” Check us out at www.huckleberrysfburg.com.

LORD & LILLY’S Lord & Lilly’s offers a wide variety of home décor, gifts and collectables for everyone’s taste. They also carry

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Christian dĂŠcor, gifts and books. They have a large collection of scrapbooking and card making items and offer a variety of classes. Stop by and check out the large inventory of supplies. Due to the high interest in our classes we have moved to a new location at 611 Caroline St. We have multiple rooms for the variety of classes we are offering. Including scrapbooking, card making jewelry / beading, painting, needlework / crochet and many more. Something for everyone, church groups, birthday parties, ladies groups and just friends who would like to get together. You can also receive 10% off if you like us on our facebook. See our ad on page 6.

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RIVER ROCK OUTFITTER River Rock Outfitter is a veteran, family owned small business located directly on the Rappahannock River in Downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia. After years of climbing, paddling, hiking, and simply appreciating the outdoor opportunities of Northern Virginia, Keith and April Peterson decided to open an independent, small business focusing on providing highquality outdoor equipment, accessories, and apparel to the local community. Shop goals: 1. Consistently provide the highest quality gear to outfit our customers for their outdoor pursuits. 2. Educate clientele on river access and 47

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safety protocols. 3. Support local initiatives and organizations that promote conservation of our natural resources. 4. Participate in community partnerships that promote a healthy and vibrant Downtown. Call River Rock Outfitter at 540372-8708 if you would like to learn more about programing or want information on accessing Fredericksburg's amazing, local natural resources.

LATITUDES FAIR TRADE STORE Latitudes Fair Trade Store features unique, handmade, high-quality products from around the globe. We feature a huge variety of products including handmade paper stationary, rock and 48

wood carvings, scarves, jewelry, clothing, wall hangings, metal art, toys and home decor. Many products are made from recycled materials and all are handmade. We specialize in unusual gifts you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find elsewhere. We've seen first-hand how Fair Trade products truly make a positive difference in the lives of marginalized peoples. Latitudes is about making a positive economic connection between our customers and marginalized artisans from the US and around the world. Fair Trade products assure that the artisans have been paid a fair price for their efforts to help them work their way up from poverty with dignity and self-respect. We are a member of the Fair Trade Federation. Please visit our website at www.latitudesfairtrade.com for more information.

VICARIOUS CLOTHING Vicarious Clothing is a children's clothing store for kids of all ages (even adults). Our store features mostly children's tee shirts but we are working on adding more to our stock of adult tees as well. We design and produce each and every tee in house and we are proud to say that

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we only use products that are made in America. Along with our tees, we also sell an assortment of bottoms, such as toddler shorts and skirts. We also feature Potato Feet brand moccasins and loafers for babies and toddlers. This shop is different than any you've visited before. exercise classes range from restorative to Come in and visit. We would love to high intensity interval training. meet you and your little ones! Fredericksburg is our Pitaiyo playground. We take our workouts to the river for our stand-up paddle classes or the park for PITAIYO tai chi. We do private and group sessions Welcome to Fredericksburg and by request for all class formats. We offer welcome to Pitaiyo. Pitaiyo is the only yoga, Pilates, tai chi and Pitaiyo exercise mind, body boutique in Fredericksburg. classes. Pitaiyo is a fusion of pilates, tai The locals shop here for ath-leisure chi and yoga. Need help to choose the clothing, holistic lifestyle products and right class or interested in a Pitaiyo classes for your mind and body. Our membership? Give us a call. All

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equipment is available for you to use or bring your own. Arrive 15 minutes prior to class. A lounge is available for you to relax before or after class. Register online for classes a at www.pitaiyo.com. Pitaiyo has become a place of transformation and community. Join one of our many holistic health and weight loss programs to live your most enjoyable life. Popular programs include our 3, 10, and 20-day detoxes and the 12-Week Transformation. The Pitaiyo workout and lifestyle exhilarate the mind and body. Join us.

PA DUTCH FOOD & CANDY COMPANY PA DUTCH TEA & SPICE COMPANY Visit Old Town Fredericksburg to take a step into the past. Taking advantage of our two storefronts at 1013 & 1015 Caroline Street, take a step into the past. Purchase Teas and Spices like the Colonial customers would. We have literally hundreds of Teas and Spices. Continue your trip down memory lane 50

with our thousands of Penn Dutch, Retro and European candies and sweets. Finally for the gluten-free or organic lovers, we have quality food products for your shopping enjoyment.

THE CARD CELLAR No more running around crowded malls - get all your gifts in one convenient location at The Card Cellar. Visit their new, expanded store on 915 Caroline

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Street in the historic downtown area of Fredericksburg, VA. For years, they have been known for their sports store and still have the widest variety of sports collectibles in the area. Now they are also extending their talents to include an eclectic mix of antiques and gifts.

THE ROCKING HORSE GALLERY A visit to the Rocking Horse Gallery is a unique experience. They are the winner for “Most Unique Shop in Fredericksburg”, “Best Idea Inspiring Store” and “Best Theme”. Faylee and her world famous artists offer regular workshops in her location on Caroline Street, where you can enjoy a one-of-a-kind, "hands on"

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THE GREENMAN GROVE The Greenman Grove is a metaphysical shop and spiritual healing center nestled inside the shops at Caroline Square. Here you will find a wide array of crystals, incense, candles, books, himalayan salt products, jewelry, and other spiritual supplies. We hold classes on the third Wednesday of every month from 6pm 8pm and have "Lunch with the Angels" every fourth Wednesday from 12pm 2pm. And don't forget to book your session in Fredericksburg's First Salt Therapy Room while you are here! Your intentions make you life, we sell the tools to help you set them!

OLDE TOWNE BUTCHER Olde Towne Butcher is an old style full service butcher shop, located at 405 William Street. We offer fresh beef, pork, lamb, chicken and seafood. We specialize in cutting it your way. Don't see the cut you want? The butcher is always on duty and will gladly cut to order. You can even call ahead and have your special order waiting for you for a quick in and out. We also make old world sausage in house that will be available daily. Try our bratwurst it is great!! We also offer air chilled chicken for those costumers who 52

want the finest best tasting chicken money can buy. So come on in and check us out. See what full service really means. See our ad on page 5.

PRESENT AND PAST TREASURES Present and Past Treasures is an exciting indoor antique market which offers you a unique selection of vendors all under one roof! Please stop by and share some of their warm Fredericksburg hospitality. Their vendors carry an unbelievable assortment of new and vintage gift items and collectibles Including: gently new and used clothes, a variety of items handmade soaps and candles. They have jewelry, knick knacks, glassware, furniture, toys, books, coins and sports memorabilia. Experience a shopping experience that you have NEVER SHOPPED before!

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NATURAL MYSTICS A destination shop for the Northern Virginia area, Natural Mystics Smokeshop has been keeping people happy with peaceful products and positive vibes since 2001. With a friendly and knowledgeable staff and truly unique products, Natural Mystics is sure to become one of your favorite places to shop. Now featuring American handcrafted smoking accessories, Grateful Dead and reggae merchandise, tie-dyed t-shirts, quality incense and aromatherapy, hippie jewelry, and much more.

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BROCK’S RIVERSIDE GRILL Brock’s Riverside Grill is celebrating over 15 years of excellence and would like to thank Fredericksburg for all of your support over the years. Brock’s is committed to exceeding our guests’ expectations and continually strives to improve. We believe our hand-carved steaks, fresh seafood, and salads will allow us to provide outstanding food and service for years to come. Outside seating, upscale dining, private rooms, and a classic long 56

bar make Brock’s the place for any occasion. From intimate dinners to wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, office parties, birthday celebrations, etc., there’s no better place than Brock’s.

RISTORANTE RENATO Ristorante Renato has been delighting customers since 1978. It is one of the, oldest, fine dining, and family-owned

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restaurants in Fredericksburg. Located in the center of Old Town, Ristorante Renatos has white-linen tables adorned with fresh flowers, and oil paintings of Italy lining the walls. They specialize in Italian cuisine, including veal and seafood dishes. Their extensive menu includes local favorites, such as home baked bread, steamed mussels and entrees, like veal Florentine, eggplant parmigiana, and fettuccine alfredo. And for desserts, they offer Italian favorites like cannoli, spumoni and tiramisu. Ristorante Renato also offers private banquet rooms with seating for up to 100 people. The rooms are the perfect setting for both corporate meetings and social affairs, including business meetings, rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, and holiday parties. They will also provide round and long tables for your every need and can close

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restaurant for private parties with advanced reservations. Visit Ristorante Renato to enjoy the delicious taste of Italian cuisine.

CASTIGLIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Located in the heart of Old Town, Castiglia's is owned by local, Luigi Castiglia, who is originally from Naples, Italy. Castiglia's offers a classic Italian menu in addition to a Tapas and Grill menu where you can appreciate dishes like seared scallops and stuffed prosciutto. Their impressive cocktail and wine list will be sure to compliment your meal. Castiglia's also offers private dining perfect for parties or rehearsal dinners. The lively atmosphere and delicious food will surely keep you coming back for more! Buon appetito!" 57

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THE SUNKEN WELL TAVERN The Sunken Well Tavern offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and daily specials. Come dine in a relaxing atmosphere as you watch sports in Hi-Def or surf the internet on your laptop. Hearty breakfasts, delightful lunches, and dinners To-Go are all on tap at our neighborhood oasis. For breakfast, try chocolate chip pancakes or the New Jersey Sunrise, which features ham, homefries, eggs, and cheese. When lunchtime rolls around, choose from a large array of salads, burgers, wraps, and sandwiches, including a Maryland Crabcake sandwich-served with a choice of fries, onion rings, or pasta salad. For dinner, enjoy nightly specials. Call to find out what they are tonight! Be sure to come on down to The Sunken Well Tavern on Littlepage Street, one block from Downtown Fredericksburg.

CORK & TABLE Located at 909 Caroline Street in Historic Downtown Fredericksburg, Cork & Table is 58

a chef-owned and operated cafe serving lunch and dinner featuring modern American cuisine with French influences. Come in for a mug of our house made Crab and Corn Chowder. Enjoy our vegetarian Market Wrap with fresh dill cucumber salad and hummus. Indulge in our Black Forest Ham on baguette with melted Comte and ginger drizzle. Create your own tasting menu from our selection of small plates such as our Country Pate with baguette and cornichons or Ciabatta Toasts with organic chicken, olives, romesco and goat cheese. In the evenings, opt for a specially crafted tasting menu offering three to four courses expertly paired with wines. We have created an evolving wine program and we offer tastings daily from the full selection of retail wine from both here and abroad.

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LA PETITE AUBERGE Since 1981, La Petite Auberge has been owned and operated by the Renault family. Throughout the years, they have forged an excellent reputation among their loyal, local customers and tourists. Their specialties consist of traditional French cuisine, as well as the very best this region has to offer. Their philosophy has always been to serve their customers the best food and wine available at a reasonable price. Serving Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30-2:30, Sat 11:30-2:15 and Dinner Mon-Sat 5:3010:00. Live Music can be heard every Wednesday night in the Lounge. Bon Appétit!

DARBY O’SULLIVANS Darby O’Sullivan’s provides a unique combination of excellent domestic and imported beers at value pricing with a fun and entertaining atmosphere. We offer a

wide variety of spirits, from domestic and imported beers to hard alcohol with concentration on imports from Ireland. In addition, the pub offers a full menu of Irish and American food and snacks, and specialty items for holidays. We strive to create an atmosphere for our guests to relax and be themselves, taking pleasure in good company and conversation, reveling in music and song; to combine good wholesome food with satisfying and distinctive drinks. Our goal is to be a place where you could feel comfortable coming in at 5:30 on a Friday night in a three-piece suit and yet come back Sunday afternoon in shorts with the kids and still feel as comfortable. We set out to be warm, welcoming and friendly. Upon your first visit to Darby O’Sullivan’s you should be made to feel as if you were guests in our 59

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living room. By the end of your second visit you should have the feeling of sitting in your own living room.

WALLY'S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM SHOPPE Wally's Homemade Ice Cream Shoppe was formerly Lee’s Ice Cream Shop - same owner, same award winning ice cream. In addition to having 60 flavors of award winning ice creams, sorbets, and sherbets, they also offer fat-free and sugar free yogurts. Wally's also offers a large selection of ice cream cakes and baked goods. Come in for old-fashioned milk shakes, lemonade and limeade, as well as a selection of smoothies, including mango and guava choices. Be sure to check out Wally's on Caroline street for sweet treats. 60

JACKIE’S BISTRO & BAR The owner of Jackie’s Bistro and Bar, Mr. Young Park, has an Italian and Korean cooking license. He is also a licensed Sommelier by the French Government winning a Bronze metal in 1991. Mr. Park worked for 29 years in five star hotels and restaurants including some in Europe. He is also a Chief instructor for food and beverage in the Asia Pacific and a regional director. He has 4 years collage in Hotel and restaurant management in Switzerland. Come and enjoy the wide

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menu options that Jackie’s has to offer. There are Happy Hours everyday and large tables for groups from 6-20. Experience 5 star dining in Fredericksburg!

MASON-DIXON CAFÉ & BAKING CO. Mason-Dixon Cafe proudly offers scratch made breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Join us for breakfast from 8am-11am, Monday-Friday, featuring Chicken & Waffles, Omelets, Pancakes, Stuffed French Toast and much more. Lunch and Dinner choices include 12 gourmet hotdogs, sandwiches, house made soups and desserts. Our menu is full of homestyle comfort food with a twist. Southern Fried Chicken, Best Ever Meatloaf and Shrimp & Grits to name just a few. We

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offer brunch on Saturday and Sundays until 2pm. Huge Omelets, Crab Cakes Benedict and of course our Chicken & Waffles plus a full bar are sure to get your day started right. Daily specials and happy hour from 3-6pm Monday-Friday. We also have free Wifi, dog friendly outdoor seating, and we proudly offer a 10% discount to men and women in the military, police, fire and rescue (with ID). Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for daily specials and events.

THE SOUP & TACO ETC. Already a tradition in downtown Fredericksburg, both for college students and families. Come in and enjoy a variety of tacos and soups made from scratch using all fresh ingredients. Fish Tacos voted “Top Notch” by Northern Virginia Magazine. You can also enjoy authentic dishes from Mexico and Latin America. Enjoy good food with a margarita, mojito or home made sangria. The Soup and Taco is family owned and operated. For more information, call (540)-899-0969.

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COLONIAL TAVERN... HOME OF THE IRISH BRIGADE Colonial Tavern... Home of the Irish Brigade, is housed inside the original postal depot on the corner of Lafayette Blvd. and Charles Street. Well known for their friendly atmosphere and delicious Irish fare, the pub features a full service bar as well as nightly entertainment ranging from Irish bands to open mic. Check out IrishBrigadeTavern.com for a complete run down of happenings. Open Mon-Sun. 11:30am-2am.

TAJ INDIAN CUISINE At Taj Indian Cuisine, our customers are treated to North Indian style cooking prepared from a selection of Mughlai recipes. Mughlai dishes originated in the 16th Century and were specifically prepared for 62

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the Moghul Emperors with the influence of Muslim cooking. The history quality and rich tastes earned it the name ‘Mughlai’, which translates to ‘Royal’ in Hindi. Mughlai cuisinary includes the spicy Muslim influenced Korma dishes, the savoury Tandoori’s, and the popular Bhuna dishes that are served piping hot. At Taj Indian Cuisine, our style of cooking is based on authentic

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recipes that were handed down from generation to generation. What makes our food special is the pride we take in our preparation by freshly grinding our spices and using a well measurement for each dish. We stand apart from our competitors by eschewing the use of preservatives, preparing each dish afresh. Our goal is to provide more variety and introduce new designer recipes for customers to sample. We blend history, good dining, and customer service to make each visit as enjoyable as we can. We thank you, the customer, for choosing Taj Indian Cuisine.

HAPPY ENDINGS BAR & GRILL Drop into Happy Endings Bar & Grill for good times and great food. The restaurant is a downtown neighborhood favorite, and

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offers a casual, friendly dining atmosphere that you and your friends are sure to enjoy. Happy Endings Bar & Grill also features a friendly, professional staff of great people, who will make sure you enjoy your visit and that Happy Endings Bar & Grill lives up to its reputation. Check out our new selection as the menu offers an inspired array of selections that is sure to satisfy everyone in your group, every time. They are known for the best burgers in town! Made from 100% sirloin beef, their burgers are sure to satisfy any appetite. Be sure to ask your daily specials. Ask about their "Tower Burger Food Challengeâ&#x20AC;?. Come watch all your NHL and NFL teams play in HD on one of their ten tv's. Whether you're in the mood for casual dining or a special occasion, Happy Endings Bar & Grill is sure to please. 63

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BATTLEFIELD RESTAURANT Battlefield Restaurant, across from the Battlefield Visitor Center, is a hometown favorite in Fredericksburg, by being voted 2009 Freddy Award winner for “Best Breakfast Place”. It combines a friendly, family atmosphere with the fun of watching the ladies prepare your food right in front of you. Monday through Saturday they are open for early breakfast at 6am until 2pm and Sunday they are open from 7am until 2pm. We rank this place as somewhere to really get your money’s worth. From huge breakfast platters to down home southern dishes, you won’t leave hungry!

SAMS PIZZA & SUBS Sam’s has always believed in the highest quality food, customer service and the tastiest dishes for his customers. Sam’s Pizza Pizza & Subs is known all over the Fredericksburg area for the finest Italian Dishes and great prices. We are committed to providing the best dining experience. Sam’s Pizza Pizza & Subs is

also known as for its New York Style pizza and dishes. Come try the best Italian dishes in the Fredericksburg area and you will see why our customers keep coming back.

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THE VIRGINIA DELI Located at the corner of Caroline and George Streets in Downtown Fredericksburg, The Virginia Deli offers an extensive menu of specialty sandwiches or build your own creations by selecting a combination of bread, meat and toppings. Come enjoy the casual atmosphere centered around Fredericksburg's abundant history. The Virginia Deli is all about good food that can be ordered ahead, or prepared as a box lunch for business meetings, special functions or lunch on the go. Party planning is also

available. NOW SERVING BREAKFAST SANDWICHES from 10-11am daily!

SAMMY T’S Sammy T’s is an all time favorite in the Fredericksburg area. You could run into almost anyone there. From the light hearted laughing folk sipping cocktails at the bar, to the most particular vegetarian/vegan, SAMMY T’S menu pleases everyone. The price is right too. Available seating on the sidewalk gives a diner a “birdseye” view of downtown. 65

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give you exotic, homely, fresh and healthy selection of dishes to choose from. We hope that this is going to be a lasting and gratifying experience for you, with us. Bon Apetit!

360° DINER 360° Diner is a family owned restaurant. Our passion for food, and our love for people motivated us to be a part of the hospitality world and take on this venture. Here at 360°, we use our culinary skills as a means of communication and connecting- with a large variety of cuisines to choose from: ranging from American, Italian and Mediterranean. We strive to

EIGHT-O-SIX BISTRO We're a cozy, neighborhood bistro in the heart of historic, downtown Fredericksburg. Our traditional American fare with a Latin twist includes favorites such as traditional fish and chips, grilled Portobello tacos, pineapple fritters and our signature cream of crab soup. Casual and warm, we invite you to join us for a glass of wine and an appetizer, a business lunch, a relaxing Sunday brunch or a family dinner with the kids. On warm days, enjoy our outdoor patio! At Eight-O-Six Bistro you may arrive as a stranger but you'll leave as a friend.

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Courtyard by Marriott 620 Caroline Street 540-373-8300 Reservations 1-800-321-2211

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Seafood Ravioli with Spicy Curry Cream Sauce

About the Courtyard by Marriott The Courtyard Fredericksburg Historic District provides convenient accommodations near an Amtrak station, Geico, Intuit, University of Mary Washington, Quantico, Dahlgren and cultural attractions. Our downtown Fredericksburg hotel, the only hotel in the historic area, features an inviting lobby with flexible spaces to work or relax and easy access to the latest news, weather and airport conditions via our GoBoard. While with us, experience The Bistro, which offers healthy food and beverages in the morning and evening dinner service with cocktails. After a good night's rest on luxurious bedding, enjoy a workout in our 24-hour gym. At the end of a busy day, take a dip in our indoor pool and a stroll to shops and the waterfront. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet throughout, a 24-hour business center and boarding pass printing service. The Courtyard Fredericksburg Historic District and our friendly staff await your arrival.

On March 1st, diners rode a Martz Charter Bus to five local restaurants, feasting on fabulous food and filled out official ballots to the share their reviews with Guidebook readers. If you missed this year’s Kiss & Tell then be sure to join us next year for the 16th Annual Progressive Dinner.

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At our first stop we were greeted by the welcoming staff at The Bistro in the Courtyard by Marriott. The evening started off with upbeat entertainment and a full bar. For the first of five courses, we were served Scallop pasta filled w/ fresh mix of shrimp & spinach finished with a spicy curry cream sauce. One diner quoted: "Loved the curry cream sauce and seafood. A nice addition in the ravioli. Nice presentation”. Other diners stated “Food tasted very good and flavorful, very nice entertainment.” and “ Pasta was great and the sauce had a wonderful flavor with just the right amount of flavors/spice”.

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Blue & Gray Brewing Co. Local Brewery and Brewpub - Lee’s Retreat Brewpub, Everything Fresh and Local! 3300 Dill Smith Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 • 540-371-7799 www.BlueandGrayBrewingCo.com

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About Blue & Gray Brewpub The Blue & Gray Brewpub is known for it's fresh and local focus. Local meats and produce are prepared fresh daily. No microwave in the brewpub kitchen! The corned beef in our reubens is braised in our Stonewall Stout and our local butcher makes fresh Stonewall bangers weekly. Our stout is poured right into the sausage making machine! Our world famous wings are brined in Blue & Gray Classic Lager. The Brewpub is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 11am-10pm for lunch, dinner, to-go, and growler fills. If it's a brew day, watch beer brewing! The free tasting room is open Mon 9am-1pm, Wed 2-6, Fri 3-8 and Saturday 10-2. With 2 day advance brewpub reservation, Tuesday-Saturday, groups of 20 or more can receive a private brewhouse tour with samples straight from the tanks. The Brewpub hosts private parties for 35 or more. They will host your event any day; Anniversary, Baptism, Promotion,Wedding Rehearsal, Reunion, Bachelorette Party, etc. Call for details and availability. Review The Martz bus brought us to the Blue & Gray Brewery and Brewpub for the 2nd course, House salad of Mescaline Greens with tomato, shallot, cucumber and croutons and loaded baked potato soup with milk, cheese, bacon, and sour cream. Diner comments included: “The soup was delicious, very creamy and clearly homemade. The salad was fresh and the dressing was very good.”, “Great selection of beer. Tried a new one and it was great.”, “Nice touch that the owner stopped by to welcome us and talk about the beer.”

The Bavarian Chef 200 Lafayette Boulevard, Fredericksburg 540-656-2101 thebavarianchef.com

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Maultaschen, a German-style Ravioli Filled w/ Braised Pork Shank, in Asparagus Broth & Topped w/ Fresh Parmesan About The Bavarian Chef The Bavarian Chef Fredericksburg brings hearty German fare and warm hospitality to the historic railroad station in Old Town Fredericksburg. Owned and operated by the Thalwitz family, The Bavarian Chef Fredericksburg captures the German spirit of Gemütlichkeit. All food is prepared fresh on site from Thalwitz family recipes. When Eckhard and Bruni Thalwitz opened the first Bavarian Chef in Madison, Virginia, in 1974, it quickly became a local favorite, renowned for its incredible portions of authentic German cuisine and genuine hospitality. Their son Jerome has owned and operated the Madison restaurant since 1987 and is its executive chef. In May 2010, Jerome and Christine Thalwitz opened The Bavarian Chef Fredericksburg at the train station in downtown Fredericksburg. In the heyday of rail travel in Germany, the restaurants in the bahnhofs, or train stations, were a gathering place for the community, where long-time residents, newcomers and visitors alike could enjoy a delicious meal and the company of good friends. Whether you choose to visit Madison, the “country cousin”, or Fredericksburg, “the city sister”, the Thalwitz family hopes to serve you soon! Review The pasta course of the evening was at The Bavarian Chef. We were served Maultaschen, a German-style ravioli filled w/ braised pork shank, in asparagus broth & topped w/ fresh Parmesan. One diner commented, “Delicious dumplings. Enjoyed the asparagus. The atmosphere and service was great.” Other diners commented, “Great experience, never had real German food. Delicious.” and “Very tasty, good service, loved the atmosphere-very 70 comfortable. Will be back!”

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JAYS DOWNTOWN SPORTS LOUNGE 409 William Street Fredericksburg, VA 540-373-3800 • jayssportslounge.com

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“Food Was Great” “Wonderful Service”

About Jays Downtown Sports Lounge Jay’s Downtown Sports Lounge is a fun and family friendly lounge, 42+ Large Screen TV’s, 60+ beers, infusion bar with flair bar tending. State of the art sound system. Amazing Happy Hour Monday-Saturday 3pm8pm. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner all ages welcome. Nothing pairs better with beer than grilled and barbecued food. Dishes are executed exceptionally well with a perfect flavor and cooked to order. The chef has created a humble selection of bar food and full entrees. Portions are huge and can be shared but you won’t want to. Also be part of action with indoor games such as pool, darts and table tennis and Giant Jenga. Review The Martz bus brought us to Jays Downtown Sports Lounge for the Main Entree. We were served N.Y. Strip with Broccoli and Garlic Mash One diner commented, “The steak was delicious, the portions just right. The staff was excellent.” Another commented, “Food was great, large portions. Wonderful service. And yet another diner commented; “Loved the garlic potatoes and N.Y. strip very good. Thank you for the great service. Thoughtful.”

La Rosetta International Cuisine 623 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg 540-368-1107 www.larosettafredericksburg.com

DESSERT Banana Bread Pudding With Fresh Bananas, Walnuts, and Chocolate Chips. Served warm with Caramel Sauce & Whip Cream. About La Rosetta Enjoy a wide variety of Northern Italian, French, Cuban, and Creole specialties such as gnocci alla gorgonzola, trota bellavista, Portuguese mussels or paella vegetariana, boullabaisse or tournados bayou la forche in the romantic, casual charm of the early 1700's era Chimney's building in historic downtown Fredericksburg. Family owned and operated since 2006, La Rosetta's warm hospitality, has cultivated thousands of loyal customers who are always welcomed like family. La Rosetta serves brunch, lunch and dinner in a casual, comfortable setting with outdoor patio dining available seasonally. Stop by for a meal, tapas or a drink at the bar. The extensive wine and beer selection provides taste pairings that complement every meal. Reservations are available but not required. Review The final course of the evening was at La Rosetta International Cuisine. We were served Banana Bread Pudding with fresh bananas, walnuts, and chocolate chips. Served warm with caramel sauce & whip cream. One diner commented,. “The bread pudding was fantastic, just right, sweet and warm. The caramel sauce was fabulous. I will be back.” Another said, “ Excellent dessert!, Very Yummy!. Love the walnuts, chocolate chips and bananas. Great service.” A third diner commented, “Very tasty, would like to come back and try other food here.” 72

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BLUE & GRAY BREWING CO. F R E E TA S T I N G S every Monday 9am1pm, Wednesday 2pm-6pm, Friday 38pm and Saturday 10am-2pm (Free tours Saturday 10-2). At least 6 flavors on tap at Lee’s Retreat Brewpub which overlooks the brewing facility. Our beers are also in most

restaurants in and around Fredericksburg, just ask for them by name. Our current year-round flavors, Fred Red Ale, Classic Lager, Stonewall Stout and Falmouth American Pale Ale, are also available for sale brewerydirect for off premise consumption when you visit the brewery or brewpub.

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3rd Sunday of each Month Trolley Winery Tour The Four Spotsylvania wineries are pleased to announce they have teamed up with Trolley Tours of Fredericksburg to bring you a unique winery experience and day to remember! www.fredericksburgtrolley.com/winery.html Last Saturday of each month. (7/25; 8/29; 9/26; 10/31) Music & Spirits Concerts A. Smith Bowman Distillery, 540-373-4555

September 5 Last Days of Summer Jazz • Lake Anna Winery. Time: 6 to 10 pm. Reservations required. Please call 540.895.5085. September 17 1st Annual Fred Fusion Event at A. Smith Bowman Distillery. (sponsored by Costco & Grapes and Grains Trail) September 18 & 19 Blue and Gray Brewing Company The Fredericksburg area's original Oktoberfest. Contact 540-538-2379 jeff@blueandgraybrewingco.com

July 11 Pig Roast • Horton Vineyards 11am - 5pm (food available from 11:30am 2pm). $28/person includes food & glass. Paid October 3 reservations required. 540-832-7440. Capital Ale House Oktoberfest 11:30am to 10:00pm. 540-371-2337, July 18 www.capitalalehouse.com Cajun Zydeco • Lake Anna Winery Time: 6 to 10 pm. $15.00 fee includes October 31 souvenir wine glass, and tasting. Reservations Haunting Halloween Madness • Lake Anna required. Please call 540.895.5085. Winery. Time: 6 to 10 pm. Reservations required. Please call 540.895.5085. August 1 Caribbean Beach Party • Lake Anna October 31 Winery. Time: 5 to 10 pm. Reservations Harvest Festival at Hartwood Winery required. Please call 540.895.5085. Check Guest Winery, live music, food, tours. For the www.hovawinetrail.com for details and ticket kids: pony rides, moon bounce, games. Fun for info. all. Fee.

Located just a few miles off I-95, is the historic A. Smith Bowman Distillery. With roots dating back to the repeal of Prohibition, Abram Smith Bowman and his sons relocated to Virginia, continuing a family tradition with the distillation of exceptional bourbon whiskey. As a small and family owned company, A. Smith Bowman Distillery continues the time-honored traditions on which it was founded, by producing an assortment of hand-crafted spirits distilled from only the finest natural ingredients. This micro-distillery focuses on the production of premium bourbon and other spirits, honoring the pioneering legacy of Virginia’s first settlers. Come see the micro-distilling process from still to bottle and experience the “angel’s share” for yourself. A. Smith Bowman Distillery offers free tours Monday - Saturday at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., departing every hour. Please allow about an hour for your visit. Don’t forget our gift shop where you can buy our premium spirits and other merchandise. The gift shop is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located at 1 Bowman Drive, Fredericksburg, VA, just 4 miles from Exit 130A off of I-95.

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CAPITAL ALE HOUSE Capital Ale House is an upscalecasual dinner house that features 66 craft and import beers on draught and over 300 selections of bottled beers. The menu features Regional cuisine and European fare consisting of freshly prepared appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, entrees, and desserts. There are also various gluten-free menu options available. All of the food prepared at Capital Ale House pair well with 78

the tremendous selection of beers offered, while some recipes actually utilize the fine ales in their preparation. With an 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122; long concrete bar, fireplace, accordion front windows, two private dining areas, a lounge with leather couches and dart boards, and a display beer cellar, we have something for every beer enthusiast!

SPENCER DEVON BREWING Spencer Devon Brewing is well on its way to becoming a staple in Downtown Fredericksburg. Best described as a brewery that happens to have a full kitchen, all the beers offered are produced on site and the food is tailored to compliment any pint you choose. A family friendly environment is what you should expect when you enter and you should expect to leave completely satisfied and counting the days to your next visit. Our brewery produces four staples and two or more seasonal offerings throughout the year that include Rappahannock River Water Brown Ale, 3*4*5 Pilsner, Rockoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Milk Stout and Bitter Sweet IPA. Each beer is indulgent in complexity and rewarding to the pallet. Try a flight or pick a favorite and order a pint. We are open for lunch and dinner and the odd hours in between, offering lunch, dinner and session (small bite) size portions of our fantastic Contemporary American Cuisine. Our plates are derived from local ingredients and share the same craftsmanship love that our beer does. Whether our beer is used in the recipe or not, each plate pairs uniquely with any beer you choose. We look forward to welcoming you and your family soon. 79