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July 2016
State Theatre Funday Sunday presents “Because of Winn Dixie.”
Starts at 2 p.m. Tickets $1. 305 S. Main Street. (540) 829-0292 tix@culpepertheatre.org. See full schedule of events at www.culpepertheatre.org
Working Woods Walk at James Madison’s Montpelier
Held from 2-4 p.m. 11407 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station, Virginia. Explore beyond the Mansion and the lawn to the woods of Montpelier. Venture deep into the Montpelier Demonstration Forest on a two-hour hike, and experience the magnificent wildflower meadow teeming with butterflies and other pollinators. Led by Virginia Master Naturalists. $10/person, or $5 with admission to the Mansion tour; children under 6 years old are free. The tour begins at 2 p.m. at the Visitor Center. For more information, see: http://www.montpelier.org/visit. In case of inclement weather, call (540) 672-2728, ext 141 or ext 252 for further information.
Culpeper Downtown 3rd Thursday Summer Concert – The Reflex
Ultimate musical tribute to the 80s. $5 advance tickets, $7 day of event. Kids are free. Located at The Depot, 109 S. Commerce Street. Contact CRI at (540) 825-4416 or visit www.culpeperdowntown.com
How about that night out?
Bring the kids to have a great time, dinner and a movie while you get some free time to relax! From 5-8 p.m. Please RSVP at alexa fritz@live.com or call 540-547-2054. Hosted by New Salem Baptist Church located at 8233 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA 22701.
Fresh Wind Outreach Ministries Vacation Bible School
Fresh Wind Outreach Ministries hosts Finding Jesus: Under the Sea from 6-8:30 p.m. July 25-29. Located at 2002 Orange Road in Culpeper. Phone (540) 829-9373 to register/information. www.freshwindoutreach.org
Amateur astronomer Myron Wasiuta leads fellow night sky watchers
Held from 7-9 pm. At the Culpeper County Library. All ages welcome. Starts inside and moves outside for viewing – weather permitting. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. 540-825-8691.
August 2016
Community Corn Roast
Gather your friends and family, and come enjoy a localy-grown corn roast!
http://www.madisonfarmersmarket.info/events.htmlFlying Circus Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival & Airshow
Airshows on both Saturday and Sunday
Hot Air Balloon Launches Both Days
Early Morning 7-9 a.m. & Late Afternoon/Evenings 6-8 p.m
Note:Hot Air Balloons cannot fly in windy conditions, so most balloon activities will take place during the early mornings and late in the afternoon/evenings when the air is the calm.
Hot Air Balloon rides are available (limited “seats” available) – Tethered Balloon rides are also available
September 2016
Fun Friday Storytime at Culpeper County Library
Begins at 10:30 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, activities and more! Children attend with a parent or other caregiver. This program is geared towards children who can sit while stories are read. Great for Grandparents to attend with the Grandkids. No registration required. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org or 540-825-8691
Taste of the Mountains Festival
Artists, craftsmen, antique collectors, games, pony rides, & much much more! There’s something for everyone at the Annual Taste of the Mountains Festival!
http://www.madisonfarmersmarket.info/events.html2016 Hoptoberfest
Culpeper Renaissance Inc. (CRI) is proud to serve up the inaugural Hoptoberfest – a Gnarly Hops fall celebration. Hoptoberfest will take place on Sunday, September 4th, 2016, from Noon – 5:00 PM in the Depot District in Downtown Culpeper. This event will feature live music, great local food, and in addition to great brews, regional wineries will be on-site. Break out your lederhosen and join us for a variety of craft beers and Virginia wines available in one place for you to sample. You are sure to discover a new favorite. Only a limited number of advanced tickets will be on sale, so get your tickets beginning July 15th…you won’t want to miss Culpeper’s Hoptoberfest, happening in Downtown Culpeper.
www.gnarlyhops.eventbrite.comCulpeper Air Fest at Culpeper Regional Airport
Located at 12517 Beverly Ford Rd., Brandy Station, VA. from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. The Culpeper Air Fest Foundation is pleased to present the Culpeper Air Fest 2016, featuring the world’s only privately owned Harrier, aerobatic aircraft and vintage warbirds. Culpeper Air Fest is a free event with free parking at the two high schools. Shuttles to airport. Contact: 877-261-8499 Website: www.culpeperairfest.com
Teen Ice Cream Sundaes and Family Feud Friday
Held from from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Join our teen game show hosts for this hilarious evening of Family Feud. We will randomly assign teams upon arrival. If you want to be on the same team as a friend, just choose the same color. Then, we will eat yummy sundaes. Sign up in advance. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org or 540-825-8691
Greek Heritage Day at Doukenie Winery
Greek Heritage Day!
September 10 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
OPA!! Celebrate with the Bazaco Family Heritage and Doukenie Staff during this fun-filled day.
Enjoy a Lamb Roast and other delicious Greek foods for purchase prepared by Mediterranean Breeze.
Listen to Authentic Greek Music by The Golden Flame Band accompanied by Greek dancers in costume, and prepare to learn a step or two!
Face Painting for the kids!
And of course, drink some really good wine! smiley
Cost of admission:
Heritage Club Members receive ONE FREE ticket to this event. All other Heritage Member guests $20.00. Members receive a barrel tasting (in addition to a wine tasting) a wine glass and access to the music, food and dancing.
General Public – $20.00 – includes a wine tasting, a wine glass and access to the music, food and dancing.
Children 13 and under – Free.
Children over 13 and Designated Drivers – $10.00
Call 540-668-6464 x 202 or email Maria@doukeniewinery.com for more details
http://www.doukeniewinery.com/event/greekheritageday/Culpeper Fiesta
Takes place in the heart of downtown Culpeper for 4 hours, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Plan to bring your whole family down to the Depot (109 Commerce St., Culpeper, VA) for a night a good food and wonderful entertainment. There is no admission fee and free activities will include children’s crafts, piñatas, zumba led by MFA Studios in Locust Grove, and live music featuring Trayecto Musical. Mark Harman with Harmany DJ’s will be playing a variety of Latino dance music. Reasonably priced Hispanic food. Free health screenings including confidential HIV testing by FAHAAS, as well as glucose and blood pressure checks by UVA Culpeper Hospital. Free flu shots will be administered by Walgreens. Complimentary children’s IDs will be offered by the Culpeper Sheriff’s office and the Culpeper Town Police at the Food Closet location at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.
2016 Tri-County Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Begins at 9 a.m. at Yowell Meadow Park. To learn more, contact Carol Simpson, 434-973-6122 x. 109 or csimpson@alz.org
47th Annual Bluemont Fair
47th ANNUAL BLUEMONT FAIR SEPTEMBER 17 & 18, 2016
10AM-5PM Saturday & Sunday
RAIN or SHINE!! (No rain date)
RT. 734-SNICKERSVILLE TURNPIKE, off RT. 7
LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA
Old fashioned family fun at a “Green” Country Fair featuring traditional crafts (juried),
local art & authors, craft & farming demonstrations, music: traditional, blues &
country, 10k race, free Children’s Fair, farm animals, Llamas & Alpacas, Quilt
Display, Wagon Rides, homemade food, NEW!! Interactive Indian Village ($3
donation/$15 family), pie-baking/pickle-making contest, antiques & collectables, local
wine-tasting, breweries & gourmet treats, Historic Slide Show, bee-keepers & hives,
model railroad display & antique caboose, pre-Civil War Country Store, Farmer’s
Market, and more, set in historic village in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
No Pets!
GENERAL ADMISSION: $5 ADULTS/under 10 FREE! FREE PARKING!
FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.bluemontfair.org or 540.554.2367 (VM)
www.bluemontfair.orgEpiphany Catholic School Fall 2016 Children’s Consignment Sale
High end consignment sale featuring seasonal children’s clothing, toys, games, kids’ furniture, baby items, maternity items and so much more. Shop Friday (9/23) from 9 a.m – 7 p.m. and Saturday (9/24) from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 540- 825-9017
Vint Hill Fall Festival
A seasonal street festival featuring business and craft vendors, performers, displays, food, music and more from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at 4152 Aiken Drive in Vint Hill. Visit vinthillfallfestival.com
Read to The Dogs
Join the Welcome Waggers Therapy Dogs for another fun Saturday of reading from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dogs are specially trained to “listen,” and do not correct or criticize. Perfect for beginning readers! Children of all ages are welcome to visit with the dogs. No registration necessary. Culpeper County Library located at 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact 540-825-8691. Visit www.cclva.org