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May 2016
Culpeper Cheese Company hosts Winemaker Wednesday
Featuring Luca Paschina of Barboursville Vineyards. Nothing formal, just a chance to meet a Virginia winemaker. Sip wine. Savor cheese. Winemaker Wednesday incorporates a price fixed wine cheese tasting. Guests will receive four tastes of selected Virginia wines each specially paired with cheeses. Contact Jeffery Mitchell at 827-4757 or Jeffery@culpepercheese.com
Trivia Night in the taproom at Old Bust Head Brewing Company
Held from 6-8 p.m. Every Wednesday. Located at 7134 Lineweaver Road, Warrenton, VA 20187. www.oldbusthead.com. (540) 347-4777. Email: pr@oldbusthead.com
The Piedmont Environmental Council is holding bird walks
To be held at the Jones Preserve, the property of Rappahannock residents Bruce and Susan Jones, 601 Long Mountain Rd., Washington, at 7:30 a.m. during the height of the bird migration. PEC’s Carolyn Sedgwick leads both walks. On the “Birdwatching for Beginners” walk (May 12) learn how to identify backyard birds, even by their song, and the importance of land conservation in preserving birds. No previous birding experience necessary; binoculars provided to those who need them. On May 17 (rain date, May 18), experienced birders are invited to join Carolyn for another walk. No fee for the walks, but registration is required. Contact csedgwick@pecva.org with questions or sign up at pecva.org/events.
Beatlemania and the ballet “Cinderella” at Culpeper State Theatre
Beatlemania Now!, the world’s best Beatles cover band. Friday, 8 p.m. http://culpepertheatre.org/event/beatlemania-now/
Manassas Ballet Theatre Performs “Cinderella” Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. http://culpepertheatre.org/event/manassas-ballets-cinderella/
http://culpepertheatre.org/Mitchell’s Presbyterian Church hosts Jesse Ratcliffe
Music director and organist at St. James Episcopal Church in Warrenton. Promises to be a great evening of organ music featuring classical and sacred organ literature as well as some hymn singing. Starts at 7 p.m. Mitchells is located on Rt. 652. Phone (540) 825-1079
Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Come On Down!: A TV Game Show Retrospective”
(1950-1970). The password is “FUN” as the Packard Campus digs into the vaults and “comes on down” for this one-night retrospective of some of TV’s biggest game show moments. 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.
Second Friday at the Library series
Molly Peterson and Forrest Pritchard will bring the 2016 season of Second Friday at the Library talks to a rousing finish at 8 p.m. Peterson is a Rappahannock farmer, a prizewinning photographer, and together with Forrest has produced a much-acclaimed new book. They will discuss Growing Tomorrow: Behind the Scenes with 18 Extraordinary Sustainable Farmers Who Are Changing the Way We Eat. Come to the library and learn about sustainable farming, new recipes, and the inside story of life as a Rappahannock farmer. The talks are free, and all are welcome. For further information, call 301-246-0022.
Orange and Culpeper Republican Committees’ sponsored golf tournament
Golf tournament and dinner at Meadows Farm Golf Course, 4300 Flat Run Rd, Locust Grove VA. 18 holes of golf plus a steak dinner for only $65. Range opens at 10 a.m., shotgun start at 11 a.m. Golf with cart, range balls, and more. Not a golfer? Come to the 4 p.m.wine social followed by 5 p.m. steak dinner for only $25 and meet special guests Congressman Dave Brat, Delegate Nick Freitas, and others. For registration or additional information please contact Josh Dotson at (540) 229-9467. Registration can be done at Meadows Farms Golf Course or send a check to Meadows Farms Golf Course at 4300 Flat Run Rd, Locust Grove VA 22508
The Aging Together Regional Senior Citizen Prom
will be held from 2- 5 p.m. at the Culpeper Christian School located at 810 Old Rixeyville Rd Culpeper. This year’s theme is Mardi Gras in May. A king and queen will be crowned and you can look forward to a great afternoon filled with music, dancing, light refreshments and door prizes.The Prom is a FREE event for ages 50+. For more information call Dianna Banks at 540-829-6405 or email at Dbanks@agingtogether.org
Epiphany’s Gala at Gatsby’s
Held from 5 p.m. to midnight. Fun and Fundraising. Your $65 ticket includes: Cocktail hour (beer and wine provided by Far Gohn Brewery and Gadino Cellars), dinner (catered by Foti’s), music, dancing, gaming tables and live and silent auctions. Black tie/period attire optional. Located at Epiphany Catholic School, 1211 East Grandview Avenue, Culpeper, VA 22701. Call 825-9017 for more information and tickets.
Hearthstone auction
Hearthstone School, 11576 Lee Hwy., Sperryville. Viewing and silent auction begin at 5 p.m. Live Auction and Karaoke begins at 6 p.m. The auction closes at 8 p.m. Appetizers, wine and cheese and pizza will be served. No cover charge. Baked goods from Hearthstone School parents, raffle, gift certificates, summer camps; health and wellbeing services; artwork; canoe tips; jewelry; gift baskets and specialty gifts and much more. If you wish to donate to the school auction, please drop off items at the school, or call to arrange for pickup at 540-987-9212. All items donated are tax deductible.
Parent-Camper Open House at Camp Shenandoah Springs
Held from 2-4 p.m. Community invited. Refreshments served. Camps start in June. Theme for 2016 is “Beholding our Lord’s Glory…Engaged with Him in Mission.” Located at 544 Stage Coach Lane in Madison. Phone (540) 923-4300 or www.shenandoahsprings.org
Madison County Historical Society features author Sue Eisenfeld
She will discuss her book “Shenandoah: A Story of Conservation and Betrayal.” Starts at 2 p.m. in the County Office Auditorium. Contact (540) 948-4455.
Free Concert at The Lake of the Woods Church
Begins at 7p.m. The internationally renowned Salvation Army Capitol Band will perform at the Lake of the Woods Church. In addition to supporting Salvation Army events in Virginia and the Washington Metropolitan area, the band has traveled extensively both in North America and overseas. The Lake of the Woods Church is located at 1 Church Lane, Locust Grove, VA, 540-972-9060. Tell the guard at the gate that you are attending the concert at LOW Church.
Survivors for Life Support Group
Support group for those that are affected by the unique grief associated with the loss of a loved one to suicide. Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at the Culpeper Library from 7-8:30 p.m. Sponsored by Team Jordan and facilitated by Alan Rasmussen, Prevention Specialist for Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services. Contact Alan Rasmussen for further information at 434-825-8913 or by email at arasmussen@rrcsb.org.
St. Luke Lutheran Church holds Bible Study each Thursday
Held each Thursday, starts at noon, currently studying the Pastoral Epistles: 1st and 2nd Timothy and Titus. All are welcome. St. Luke Lutheran Church is located at 1200 Old Rixeyville Rd. For more info call 825-8358 or visit www.stlukesculpeper.org
The Worx – Culpeper Downtown 3rd Thursday Summer Concert
brought to you by Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. The Depot – 109 S. Commerce St. 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. kicks-off its Summer Concert Series directly in front of the Depot. Grab your dancing shoes, a lawn chair, family and friends! Contact: Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. at 540-825-4416. Email: crievents@culpeperdowntown.com Website: www.culpeperdowntown.com
Culpeper County High School Awards and Scholarships
Begins at 6 p.m. Students should wear caps and gowns. Auditorium. 14270 Achievement Drive. Phone (540) 825-3677
Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “What’s Up Doc? – A close-up of Warner Bros. Looney Tunes & Merrie Melodies, Part 1”
(Warner Bros., 1932-1951) Special guest Rick Gehr, a cartoon historian, editor, and member of the Warner Bros. animation post-production crew for nearly 30 years, will be at the Packard Campus along with favorite toons. 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.
Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “What’s Up Doc? – A close-up of Warner Bros. Looney Tunes & Merrie Melodies, Part 2”
(Warner Bros., 1939-1957). Cartoon historian Rick Gehr returns to present a second night of Warner Bros. animated shorts, this time examining the “History of the Cartoon Directors.” 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.