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February 2017
Pokemon Card Game
Children and teens can come and play the Pokemon card game. For novices and seasoned players. Bring your cards and learn to make a deck. There are some cards available to use for those who would just like to try out the game. Children ages nine and under must attend with a parent. No registration required. From 2-3:30 p.m. at the Culpeper County Library located at 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact L.J. Blakey at 540-738-2240 or leejblakey@lbsecurityagency.com
Winter Storytime and Crafts
Join us for stories, songs, and activities related to the silly “underwear” theme at 11 a.m. at the Culpeper County Library. We will be making a monster craft based on the monsters in the book, Monsters Love Underpants. No registration necessary. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact Laini Bostian at 540-825-8691 or lbostian@cclva.org
Mardi Gras Celebration
Laissez les bon temps rouler! Join the excitement of Mardi Gras in Downtown Culpeper brought to you by Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. Fun for the entire family including: live music, performing artists, wagon rides, New Orleans inspired food, crafts for children, Mardi Gras photo booth, costumed living historians, and balloon-magic. Enjoy the traditions of Mardi Gras with beads and masks for all. Wes Iseli magic shows at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Culpeper Center for free. Visit www.culpeperdowntown.com or phone 540-825-4416 for full details.
Read to the Dogs
Read to the Dogs Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Culpeper County Library. Join the Welcome Waggers Therapy Dogs specially trained to “listen,” and do not correct or criticize. Perfect for beginning readers! Children of all ages welcome. No registration necessary. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org or 540-825-8691.
Book Worms
For grades K-2 at the Culpeper County Library. Sign up in advance. This monthly book club from 4:30-5:30 p.m. is tailored for lower elementary grades. Miss Laini will be sharing wizard stories, and we will be eating wizard wands (pretzel rods) dipped in frosting, and making wizard hats. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org or 540-825-8691.
March 2017
Wee Ones at the Museum of Culpeper History
Wee Ones will be held at the Museum of Culpeper History located at 113 S. Commerce Street at 10:30 a.m. This program is for ages 1-4. We will read a story, make a craft, and have a snack. $1.00 fee. There is a 15 child limit. RSVP @ 829-1749 for your spot.
Summer Activity Fair
Looking for some great ideas to keep your kids occupied once the novelty of “no school’ has worn off? Come to the Culpeper County Library anytime from 3-5 p.m. A variety of vendors will be on hand so you can learn more, ask questions, and see what is best for your child. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact Susan Keller at 540.825.8691 or skeller@cclva.org.
Library Fun
Drop-in Craft with a Poem between 10:30 and noon at the library. Children in kindergarten and up are invited to participate in this self-guided program. Parents help their children create works of art based on a poem. This month we are creating tissue paper square rainbows. No registration necessary. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org (540) 825-8691
Teen Gaming
For grades 6-12, tabletop gaming for teens. Sign up in advance. Snacks provided. County library from 2-4 p.m. Learn strategy games like Forbidden Desert and Tiny Epic Kingdoms. Party games like Taboo or Apples to Apples. Bring your own game. Arrive on time to guarantee your spot. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org (540) 825-8691
Beauty and the Beast Musical
Jeff Walker directs Beauty and the Beast performed at Eastern View High School. Starts at 7 p.m. $12/adults, $6 students/children. Tickets available at the door half hour before showtime. Located at 16332 Cyclone Way. Contact Jeff Walker at jwalker@culpeperschools.org or 540-825-0621.
April 2017
Easter at the Park
Celebrate the beginning of spring in the historic Morven Park gardens with games, crafts, egg hunts and our popular egg roll down the Davis Mansion lawn. Be sure to meet rabbits from the 4H Leaps and Squeaks Rabbit Club, and take your own family photo with the Easter Bunny in our garden.
Don’t forget to bring a basket and a large spoon for the activities. This event sells out and pre-registration is required to attend.
Registration is $10 per child (ages 2-12) and $5 per adult.
Items to consider before registering for this event:
–Children must be accompanied by an adult.
–This event is held rain or shine.
–ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Absolutely no refunds.
–The Easter eggs contain an assortment of candies, small toys and stickers that may not be appropriate for young children. Items could be a choking hazard and parents should exercise caution and examine egg contents carefully.
QUESTIONS? Email us at Events@MorvenPark.org.
**There are no printed tickets for this event. PLEASE PRINT YOUR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION PAGE AND BRING IT WITH YOU AS PROOF OF PURCHASE**
http://www.morvenpark.org/programs/event/2017/04/15/easter-at-the-park/147235Easter Egg Hunt Sponsored by New Salem Baptist Church
Hundreds of eggs filled with candy and prizes. Easter Egg Hunt at New Salem Baptist Church, 8233 Sperryville Pike in Culpeper. For ages 2 through 5th grade. Starts at 10 a.m. If it rains, event will be held in Fellowship Hall. Contact Alexa Fritz at 540-547-2054.
Easter Egg Hunt Sponsored by Oakland Baptist Church
Held from 10 a.m. – noon. Games, prizes and refreshments for this fun Easter Day Egg Hunt. Children, teens and adults welcome. Located at 28348 Eley’s Ford Road in Richardsville. Contact Becky Wilson at obcrichardsville@gmail.com
Easter Egg Hunt & More and Ducard Vineyards
Enjoy Easter egg hunt, visit by the Easter Bunny, music by 2 Wishes, and more! You’ll find treats both inside and out. Great family event! Egg Hunt starts at 1pm. No cover.
https://www.ducardvineyards.comEaster Egg Hunt at Narmada Winery
Hunting for Easter fun? Grab your baskets and join us at Narmada Winery for an Easter celebration for all ages! Enjoy your favorite Narmada wine as your children have a blast searching for eggs filled with all sorts of wonderful prizes.
Lots of additional activities for the kids, and light refreshments too! This will be a fun filled Easter celebration that you won’t forget! Tasting room will be open 11-5pm. Kids 10 and younger can start at 2pm, and older kids will follow at 2:30. Please call (540) 937-8215 or email amy@narmadawinery.com to reserve your kids’ places!
May 2017
Drop-in Craft with a Poem
Drop-in Craft with a Poem at the Culpeper County Library located at 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Drop-in between 10:30 and noon. Children of all ages are invited to participate in this self-guided program. Each month we will have a craft that relates to a poem. Help your children to become familiar with poetry in a fun and engaging way. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org or 540-825-8691
Mothers Day Weekend at Narmada Winery
Saturday May 13th and Sunday May 14th
Complimentary winetastings and roses for Moms all weekend! Live music Saturday from 2-5pm by Thom Feucht and Sunday 2-5pm by Tim Wright. Delicious food pairings all weekend, chair massages and Henna Tattoos.
Narmada’s signature wine MOM – an appealing white wine with tropical notes of pineapple and passion fruit – makes a great gift for Mom, Grandmom, Mother-in-Law, and, hey, you’re a Mom too, right? We’re offering 15% savings on each bottle so why not stock up?
We hope to see you all on Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale and Music by Haze and Dacey
Join us with Mom for Music on the patio with the Haze and Dacey acoustic duo as they play a variety of folk, alt-country, roots-rock, country-blues, and a hint of jazz and swing for Mother’s Day Weekend. We’ll also be hosting a Plant Sale featuring plants from the Madison Garden Club – sure to please the most precious mom! No cover.
https://www.ducardvineyards.comMother’s Day Sunday Wine Brunch at DuCard Vineyards
Enjoy pampered and relaxing Sunday Brunch catered by l’Etoile Catering and featuring the lovely violin music of Greg Childress. The beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains serve as your scenic backdrop for this elegant outing. $59 per person, not including tax and gratuity. Limited seating, and advance reservations are required. 72 hr. cancellation policy applies. For reservations see https://www.ducardvineyards.com/mothersdayreservation.html to register.
https://www.ducardvineyards.com/mothersdayreservation.htmlMother’s Day Picnics
Treat your mom to a Mother’s Day picnic at the winery!
Each ticket includes a picnic for two people.
So leave the planning for your Mother’s Day outing to us, and we’ll have your picnic ready for you when you arrive.
Reservations required by Thursday, May 11
http://www.bogatibodega.com/scripts/eventPg.cfm/_/716/Mothers-Day-Picnics/