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April 2016
FFRW present Helle Dale
Senior Fellow for Public Diplomacy at The Heritage Foundation, to discuss “Terrorist Uses of the Internet: Radicalization, Organization and Propaganda.” The first group to use the Internet effectively was Al Qaeda, but with the arrival of ISIS in 2014, the battle in cyberspace against terrorism has been taken to new levels. How can we account for the appeal of online radical Islamist propaganda and is there anything we can do to stop it, short of shutting down the web.” All welcome. Starts at 7 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church located at 115 N. East Street. Free Admission – Refreshments served
For more information, contact Jewell Duvall at 540.547.2373
State Theatre presents The Frog Prince
Virginia Repertory Theatre’s beautiful production showcases an amphibian ensemble created by acclaimed puppet master Terry Synder.
Showings at 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Tickets $6. 305 S. Main Street, Culpeper. 540-829-0292. www.culpepertheatre.org
Free oral cancer screenings
The dental hygiene students at Germanna Community College will offer free oral cancer screenings at the Locust Grove Campus at 2130 Germanna Hwy from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Contact Marlana Thomas at mthomas@germanna.edu or 540-423-9833.
“Alternative Energy – Is it Finally a Good Investment?”
The subject of the third annual Earth Day Talk sponsored by the Warrenton Climate Change Group, in conjunction with The Fauquier Chamber. Local solar and geothermal businesses, and those using the systems they sell, will share information about the value and costs of a more climate-conscious lifestyle. Cliff Hamal, an energy expert with Navigant, will preview what tomorrow’s energy mix and costs may likely be. Starts at 7 p.m. at Fauquier High School. Contact Judy Lamana at (540) 270.2950 Or judy.lamana@gmail.com
Culpeper County Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting
7 p.m. For this meeting only – at Rappahannock Rapidan Regional Commission, 420 Southridge Parkway, Suite 106, Culpeper
Spring Children’s Consignment Sale
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. At this excellent sale you will find gently used children’s clothing, toys, books, games, baby equipment and furniture, maternity wear and much more. Items are high quality and priced for the bargain hunter. Located in the gym at Epiphany Catholic School, 1211 East Grandview Avenue, Culpeper, VA 22701. Call 825-9017 for more information
Winemaker Wednesday returns for its 6th season at Culpeper Cheese Company
Nothing formal, just a chance to meet a Virginia winemaker and taste their wines.Meet and mingle with the winemaker. Sip wine. Savor cheese. Winemaker Wednesday incorporates a price fixed wine cheese tasting ($ 34.95 value) paired with selected Virginia Winemakers wines. Guests will receive four tastes of selected Virginia wines each specially paired with cheeses and accompaniments. Guest winemaker is Luca Paschina of Barboursville Vineyards. Seating is limited– reservations suggested. (540) 827 – 4757
Spring Children’s Consignment Sale
Held from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. On Saturday, April 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. At this excellent sale you will find gently used children’s clothing, toys, books, games, baby equipment and furniture, maternity wear and much more. Items are high quality and priced for the bargain hunter. Located in the gym at Epiphany Catholic School, 1211 East Grandview Avenue, Culpeper, VA 22701. Call 825-9017 for more information
The Brandy Station Foundation Annual Business Meeting & Dinner
Will be held at the Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department Hall, 19601 Church Road, in Brandy Station. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the social reception and silent auction. This year, the guest speaker is Glenn Stach, the Preservation Landscape Architect of STACH pllc in Ashville, NC who prepared the Brandy Station and Cedar Mountain Battlefields State Park Feasibility Study for the Civil War Trust. Included in the feasibility study is the letter from BSF President Joe McKinney to Mr. Mark Coombs, State & Local Relations Manager for the Civil War Trust. Joe summarized the Brandy Station Foundation’s position in this way: “ We strongly support the establishment of a Brandy Station and Cedar Mountain Battlefields State Park in Culpeper and believe it is an important step forward for our organization, Culpeper County, and visitors to our historic sites. We look forward to working with you, other Alliance members, and state authorities to make the park a reality”.
The cost for the dinner is $25 per person; for reservations, please RSVP by April 15th to Paula Johnson at 540-341-7019 or pauladrdr@aol.com
RappCats fundraiser
Held from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Griffin Tavern located at 659 Zachary Taylor Highway in Flint Hill. Karaoke with Vicki Marie begins at 8 p.m. Celebrity bartenders, including Mayor John Sullivan and columnist Chris Green, will serve drinks. Door prizes. Non-profit aids needy felines. Contact rappcats@rappcats.org or call 540.987.6050 for additional information.
Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Citizen’s Band” (aka “Handle With Care”)
(Paramount, 1977). The CB radio was at its peak of popularity and impact when this clever comedy was released. 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.
Wind of Change Prayer Summit
All Fresh Wind families are encouraged to attend our Wind of Change Prayer Summit. Are you ready to elevate your prayer life? Are you ready for change in your life NOW? Starts at 7:30 p.m. On April 23 at 9 a.m. Contact Pleshette Cook at 540-829-9373. Located at 2002 Orange Road, Suite 203 in Culpeper.
Coffee with the Sheriff
Held from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. at the Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office located at 14023 Public Safety Court. No presentations. Just time to meet and greet with Sheriff Scott Jenkins over coffee. www.culpepersheriffsoffice.com
H&R Hearts Relay for Life team hosts a Bake/Yard Sale
Held from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Hopewell UMC, 23557 Lignum Rd, Lignum. All proceeds to benefit 2016 American Cancer Relay for Life. For more information call Nancy 540-399-1486
Hoover Ridge Sheep Dog Trials
Held at Hoover Ridge Park. Starts at 9 a.m. Admission free. See dog handlers with their border collies from Canada, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky and the Carolinas. Contact 540-308-1247 or www.hooverridge.com
St. Luke Lutheran Church will hold a Yard Sale, Silent Auction and Car Wash
Benefits local and global mission projects, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Furniture, tools, kitchen items and more. St. Luke is located at 1200 Old Rixeyville Road, across from Epiphany Catholic School. For more information call 825-8358 or visit www.stlukesculpeper.org
The Friends of Culpeper County Library hold their annual spring pansy and plant sale
Held from 9 a.m. to noon in front of the library. Paul Hutcheson of Windmill Heights Greenhouses will once again supply the plants so you can be assured that they were all grown locally and are therefore suited to Culpeper’s climate. Contact person: Susan Titus 540-423-1433
Historic Garden Week in Culpeper
Tour four homes from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Complimentary refreshments at Greenville in the afternoon. $35 per ticket available at properties or at selected retailers in Culpeper and Orange until noon on April 22. See www.vagardenweek.org
Acrylic Painting Workshop
Held at The Loft from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with instructor Krissy Lavin. $85. Supply list provided upon registration. Limited participation. Call 540-717-0647 or online at www.culpeperloft.com
Cheese Making Class
Held at Hobby Hill Farm. Learn to make your own fresh mozzarella in this fun and interactive class. $25 per person includes glass of Desert Rose wine and homemade snacks. Class times at 12 p.m./2 p.m./4 p.m. Call 540-635-3200 or email at info@desertrosewinery.com for reservations. Be sure to include class time.