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June 2016
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
Celebrate Fathers Day at Narmada Winery
Live music by Tom Robbins from 2-5pm. Complimentary wine tasting for Dads all weekend! Enjoy your favorite Narmada wines while fishing with Dad at our stocked Lake by the Pavilion.
http://narmadawinery.com/dir/?page_id=31Providence 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.
Mad Science Thursday
Held at the Culpeper County Library located at 271 Southgate Shopping Center at 10:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. or Friday, June 24th, at 10:30 a.m. Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for our special Spin, Pop, Boom show. This program is recommended for ages five and up. Our Mad Scientist will amaze kids as they defy gravity, create awesome rainbow reactions, dissolve a Styrofoam head, grow a hand, and more. Space is limited. First come, first serve. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org
The State Theatre presents magician Wes Iseli
Super fun for the entire family to watch his fascinating and sparkling magic acts. Shows at 3 and 8 p.m. $15 general admission. 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.
July 2016
Independence Day Celebration – Ice Cream Social
We are hosting an ice cream social in honor of Independence Day! Fresh and local fruit will be provided to have along side the ice cream.
http://www.madisonfarmersmarket.info/events.html4th of July Celebration at Narmada Winery
Saturday July 2nd, Sunday July 3rd & Monday July 4th – Independence Day Weekend
There are no blue wines, but we have plenty of reds and whites perfect for summer sipping! Join us at Narmada as we celebrate our country’s 240th birthday!
Music Saturday 3-6pm by Thomas Feucht, Sunday 2-5pm by Davis Bradley and Monday 1-4pm by Spencer Joyce.
Enjoy a game of Cornhole and catering by Taste of India Restaurant!
Independence Fireworks
Join Mount Vernon for an evening of family fun and fireworks choreographed to patriotic music as we celebrate our nation’s founding!
tart your Independence Day celebration with a bang on July 2, the day Congress voted to declare independence. Enjoy a patriotic evening filled with dazzling nighttime fireworks, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s beloved estate!
Greet “General and Mrs. Washington” in the historic area before trying your hand at bocce ball. Dust off your dancing shoes for 18th-century dancing demonstrations. Mount Vernon’s colonial artisans will reveal how 18th-century ice cream was made in the days before freezers. Enjoy a performance by Yorktown Fife & Drum and the National Concert Band.
Think you can strike a pose better than George Washington? Take your photo posing like the president and tag your photo on social media with #PoseLikeThePrez. Visit Washington’s Tomb at night – this event is one of the few times this area is open in the evening. Sparks will be flying at blacksmith shop, which will also be open. Additional food and drink from the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant will be available for purchase.
http://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/independence-fireworks/Independence Fireworks
Start your Independence Day celebration with a bang on July 2, the day Congress voted to declare independence. Enjoy a patriotic evening filled with dazzling nighttime fireworks, mansion tours, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s beloved estate!
Greet “General and Mrs. Washington” in the historic area before trying your hand at bocce ball. Dust off your dancing shoes for 18th-century dancing demonstrations. Mount Vernon’s colonial artisans will reveal how 18th-century ice cream was made in the days before freezers. Enjoy a performance by Yorktown Fife & Drum and the National Concert Band.
http://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/independence-fireworksA full day of activities to celebrate our nation’s birthday
5K race, soccer, CRI Car and Bike Show, art show, music, crafts, patriotic demonstrations, parade and fireworks. See www.culpeper4thofJuly.com for full schedule.
CMR Farm Show
Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock (CMR) Farm Show at Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises located at 10220 James Monroe Hwy. Animals, apple pie contests and so much more over this 4-day event where you’ll see large and small animals. Runs through July 11. See www.cmrfair.com for full event schedule. Contact cmrfarmshow@gmail.com.
Fresh Wind Outreach Ministries Fish Fry
From 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. Held at Fresh Wind Outreach Ministries located at 2002 Orange Road, Suite 203, Culpeper.
All proceeds will go towards the launch of our their childcare facility, Destiny Day Care.
For more information, call 540-829-9373 or email fwomad1@gmail.com
Team Penning
Team Penning Cattle/Horse Practice Horse enthusiasts are invited to watch or ride in the family friendly team penning practices every Friday night (weather permitting) at Andora Farm. Sign-ups start at 6 p.m. and runs start at 7 p.m. No experience needed, Admission is free (No charge for the public to watch), and if you would like to ride it is $5 per run per rider. Located at 17275 Germanna Hwy Culpeper. For more information, Call (540)-829-9555 and speak to Lisa.
Teen Black Light Glow Party
Held at Culpeper County Library from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Grades 6-12 completed. Sign up in Advance. Wear white or neon to glow glow glow under our professional black lights. We will be dancing, drawing, and eating glowing food! Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org or 540-825-8691.
The Hot Seats kick off Bluemont’s Summer Concert Series
All Saturday evening concerts will take place at the Old County Courthouse at 30 West Davis Street in downtown historic Culpeper. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and a picnic to enjoy before the show. Admission is $5 per person, $4 for Bluemont Friends and seniors, $2 for kids under 12. No pets, alcohol or smoking are allowed. In case of bad weather, the concerts will be held at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, located at 115 N East Street. All are welcome to these family-oriented events. Please contact the Bluemont office at (540) 955-8186 or visit www.bluemont.org.
Museum of Culpeper History and Luck Stone Quarry offer a special tour
Culpeper’s 6 ½ acre dinosaur track basin will once again be open for a very special public visitation. Participants need a car pass at $10 per car, per scheduled tour, in advance through the Museum, and to then assemble 15 minutes before your tour at the parking lot at Luck Stone Quarry, 18244 Germanna Hwy (Rte. 3) between Mount Pony and Stevensburg. Admission fee is $10 per car. Call 540-829-1749 for passes and information.
Harriet’s General hosts “Make Your Own Necklace.”
All supplies included. For ages 7-14. Spaces limited so call to register. $28. 172 E. Davis Street from 2-3 p.m. Contact (540) 317-5995. See www.harrietsgeneral.com
Ribbon cutting for Lake Pelham Adventures
Ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. for Lake Pelham Adventures, a partnership with the Town of Culpeper and The Ole Country Store and Bakery. Located off Route 29 south of Culpeper. Canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals available. Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Kitten Adoption Event
For the Cat’s Sake will be holding a Kitten Adoption Event at Narmada Winery between 2 and 4 p.m. The winery is located at 43 Narmada Ln., Amissville, VA 20106. Please call for more information 540-229-1862, or to pre-qualify for a kitten.