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June 2016
The State Theatre of Culpeper hosts the internationally acclaimed Kruger Brothers
8 p.m. The Kruger Brothers continue to provide a unique voice in the world of folk, Americana and classical music. Located at 305 S. Main. Tickets are $22 general admission and can be purchased online at www.culpepertheatre.org/event or at the box office.
Culpeperfest- Culpeper Chamber of Commerce Annual event
Will be held from 3-7p.m. at Eastern View High School. More than 100 exhibitors will be showcasing their goods and services, with many offering items for sale. Shawn’s Smokehouse BBQ, Buffalo Wild Wings, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream, Cap’n Corbin’s, Domino’s Pizza of Culpeper, and Uncle Elder’s BBQ will have food for your purchase. Entertainment highlights include, I & L DJing and the Elizabeth Lawrence Band plus children’s activities and more. Admission is free to the public for those that register for pre-ticketing at www.culpeperfest.com. Tickets may also be purchased for $5 at the door on the day of the event.
Drum and Strum presents Edgar Loudermilk
Third generation bluegrass bass player, singer and songwriter joined by Georgia native and flatpicking guitar powerhouse, Jeff Autry, and their band live on stage in the listening room at Drum & Strum Music Center located at 102 Main Street in Warrenton. Starts at 8 p.m. This will be an evening of world class acoustic music that will take you on a musical journey spanning styles from bluegrass to jazz, swing to hard driving country and beyond. Tickets are $20 and seating is limited.
Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Children 12 and under are admitted free.For more information, contact Tim Dingus, owner of Drum & Strum, at 540.347.7484 or timmyd@drumnstrum.com .
Jane of all Trades hosts The Gypsy Flea
a flea market with flair held at Belmont Distillery at 13490 Cedar Run Road. Live music by Half Full (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.) and Razor Hill (2 – 5 p.m.). Meet Climax creator Tim Smith from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tours/tastings/shopping/food/face painting/pony rides and more. $5 parking fee. Runs from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. www.gypsywagonjane.com
Windmore Foundation for the Arts/Stageworks presents the play Salt & Pepper
2 p.m. at The State Theatre in Culpeper. Tickets thru the theatre box office (829-0292) or at the door: $15 general admission. For more information call 540-547-4333 or visit www.windmorefoundation.org.
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Ratatouille”
(Disney-Pixar, 2007). Remy (voiced by Patton Oswalt) is a French rat with great ambitions of becoming a chef who forms an unusual alliance with Linguini (Lou Romano), a young kitchen worker at a famous Parisian restaurant. Starts at 2 p.m. Free, at the Library of Congress Packard Campus Theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations required. For more information, call 202-707-9994.
A Patriotic Salute and the 1812 Overture
The Fauquier County Youth Orchestra, in partnership with Verdun Adventure Bound, presents A Patriotic Salute and the 1812 Overture on Saturday, at 2 p.m. Experience the concert at the beautiful Anne Marie Sheridan Amphitheatre for the Performing Arts located just outside Warrenton in Rixeyville at Verdun Adventure Bound located at 17044 Adventure Bound Trail. The Fauquier Youth Orchestra, the Rappahannock Youth Symphony, and many other special guests are scheduled to perform. Food and refreshments will be available from Hidden Julles’ “The Rambler” food truck. Ticket proceeds will benefit the Fauquier County Youth Orchestra, a Virginia 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Bring a picnic basket and come enjoy this patriotic celebration! Tickets are $10 and are available in advance from Drum & Strum Music, located at 102 Main Street in Warrenton. They can also be purchased at the gate. For more information please call Drum & Strum Music at 540.347.7484 or email fauquieryouthorchestra@gmail.com.
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Purple Rain”
(Warner Bros., 1984). Prince stars as “The Kid,” a young Minneapolis musician, in this semi-autobiographical story. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Free, at the Library of Congress Packard Campus Theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations required. For more information, call 202-707-9994.
Theatre at Washington presents Two-Time Grammy Winner Laurence Juber
8 p.m. As a studio musician, Laurence Juber can be heard on recordings from artists as diverse as Dan Hicks & the Hot Licks, Seal and Barry Manilow, plus he is featured on the soundtracks to the TV show Home Improvement and the academy award-winning movies Dirty Dancing, Good Will Hunting and Pocahontas. His music is also featured in the Ken Burns’ documentary The Tenth Inning. All Seats Reserved. Adults – $25, Under 18 – $10. 291 Gay Street in Washington. (540) 675-1253.
The Brandy Station Foundation and Christ Episcopal Church invite the public to the 153rd Anniversary of the Battle of Brandy Station
This is the 8th annual church service commemorating the battle and the destruction of St. James Episcopal Church. The service is a recreation of the Second Sunday after Pentecost in 1863. Period dress is welcomed. The Reverend Peter Way will officiate the 9:30 a.m. service. The program includes a brief history of the St. James site and the Battle of Brandy Station, a recitation of the poem “Listen,” by Robert Jones. There will be music by The Cabin Raiders as well as bag piper, Gary Winemiller. Refreshments after the service at Graffiti House located at 19484 Brandy Road.
Directions: from Brandy Station, going north on Rt 15 and 29, Turn left at the light on Rt 29 and Southern States gas station onto Beverly’s Ford Rd (Rt 676) follow signs towards Culpeper Airport bearing left onto St. James Church Road
The church site is on the left, before the airport. Parking is along the way, at the historical marker.
Inversions at Pranapiloga
Yoga inversions can be daunting but teacher Annette Hyde will show you where to start. This workshop addresses mental and emotional levels, overcoming fears, trusting in your own abilities, and trying new things. These are lessons which can be applied to life. For more information visit pranapiloga.com or contact them at info@pranapiloga.com.
Culpeper Intuitive Meeting at Pranapiloga
Join a group of likeminded adults exploring the unseen world of the metaphysical; learning and supporting from each other as we strengthen our connection to the energy that surrounds us.
With the help of teacher Nann Marie, this circle is an opportunity to learn intuitive tools and techniques in a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment. For more information visit pranapiloga.com or contact us at info@pranapiloga.com.
Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. presents The Fabulous Hubcaps
One of the nation’s most sought after oldies and rock show bands as part of their Third Thursday Summer Concerts. 5-9 p.m. at The Depot in Downtown Culpeper. $7 at the gate. Children are free. Please remember no pets and no coolers, but picnic baskets are welcome! For more information please contact Culpeper Renaissance at (540) 825-4416 or criinfo@culpeperdowntown.com or visit us on the web at www.culpeperdowntown.com .
The Library of Congress presents Silent Movie Double Feature
“Whispering Shadows” (Peerless Feature, 1921). After attending a séance, a young couple deals with the question of whether the dead have the power to warn their loved ones of impending danger. “That Model From Paris” (Tiffany Productions, 1926). This rarely seen film is a Cinderella story where a plain-looking cashier is compelled to pose as a model from Paris who knows no English while working in a fashionable salon. Live musical accompaniment will be provided by Andrew Simpson. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Free, at the Library of Congress Packard Campus Theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations required. For more information, call 202-707-9994.
CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Rappahannock County in conjunction with the Shenandoah National Park’s is celebrating the Centennial celebration at 7 p.m. at The Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington. This event is free.. There will be a corresponding concert in the park on Saturday, June 18. Music in the American Wild is a new music initiative honoring the centennial of the U.S. National Park Service. Seven performers and eleven composers, all affiliated with Eastman School of Music, have come together to bring new works inspired by the grandeur and history of the national parks to seven parks and surrounding communities across the country in the summer of 2016. Please visit www.musicintheamericanwild.com for more information.
Candlelight Bliss at Pranapiolga
Meditation + Deep Relaxation + Candlelight = Bliss. Join us for a calming meditation that is designed to steady your mind and focus on the inner sensations of the body to relieve anxiety, bring awareness, and promote inner peace. It will be followed by Yoga Nidra (Deep Relaxation) that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Taught by Michele Bledsoe and Rebecca Elsen. Donation based. For more information see pranapiloga.com or contact us at info@pranapiloga.com.
Great Meadow’s annual Twilight Polo
Matches run May 14 through Sept. 17. Each Saturday night features three polo matches beginning at 6 p.m., wine tasting, tug o’ war for children and dancing in the pavilion. $35 per vehicle online. $40 at the gate. Located at 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA. Phone 540-253-5000 or see www.greatmeadow.org
The State Theatre presents two oldies from the 20s – Brides Play (1922) and Bell Boy 13 (1923)
Begins at 7:30 p.m. Located at 305 S. Main. Tickets are $10 general admission and can be purchased online at www.culpepertheatre.org/event or at the box office.
Christian Organization for Retired Persons
Christian Organization for Retired Persons holds third meeting. All over 50 welcome for Bible Study/discussion/fellowship. Guest speaker Congressman Dave Brat. 12-2 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Reformation Lutheran Church. Lunch provided by Pancho Villa. RSVP to Al Aitken at www.iamcorps.org
Providence Bible Church’s Vacation Bible School “Submerged”
Providence Bible Church’s Vacation Bible School “Submerged” for children age 3-5th grade and special needs friends. As kids are submerged in God’s Word, they will discover that Jesus saw people differently. 6-8:30 p.m.
June 20 – 24 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
To register visit providencebible.org and click on Submerged.