Events Search and Views Navigation
April 2016
Wild & Scenic Film Festival in Culpeper
Lights! Camera! Adventure! Friends of the Rappahannock’s (FOR) 5th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival comes to the Rappahannock headwaters on Sunday, April 3, at the Daniel Technology Center on the Germanna Community College campus in Culpeper. Doors open at noon and the films run from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. FOR is a non-profit, watershed advocacy group in its 31st year of protecting the Rappahannock River, from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay. Festival tickets are $10 in advance and $5 for students. Special prices are available with the purchase of an FOR membership. Tickets can be purchased online at www.riverfriends.org.
For more information, call (540) 373-3448 or e-mail info@riverfriends.org
Contemplative Yoga in Nature
9:30 a.m. – Accessible Yoga practice in the beautiful circa 1810 greenhouse at Oatlands. Bring yoga mat, water, walking shoes and any props that are helpful to you. Registration required, a $25 fee applies. Oatlands Historic House and Gardens, 20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg. 703-777-3174, www.oatlands.org
The Last Dragons Film Fest
The Last Dragons is one of 20 films in The Wild & Scenic Film Festival, set for 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Germanna Community College’s Daniel Technology Center, showcases a different kind of action movie: environmental action. Adventurers who love spending time outdoors share their passion on film as they bike, climb or paddle across some of the world’s most beautiful places. Doors open at noon. Part of Germanna Presents! Lyceum series. Festival tickets are $10 in advance and $5 for students. Special prices are available with the purchase of an FOR (Friends of the Rappahannock) membership. Tickets can be purchased online at www.riverfriends.org.
For more information, call (540) 373-3448 or email woodie.walker@riverfriends.org
Poetry Reading at Culpeper County Library
In celebration of National Poetry month please join the Friends of the Culpeper County Library on Sunday, April 3 at 2 p.m. to listen to our own local poets. Dr. David Sam will be sharing the stage with the poets from the Windmore Foundation of the Arts as poets new and old take to the stage to share their craft. Featured poets for the day from the Windmore Writers are Gary Misch, Laurel Van Horn, Fran Cecere, Rose Jacob, Nancy Scot, Gwen Monahan, and Pennie Patterson. Windmore will have two Windmore Writers Anthologies available for sale. Dr. Sam’s Memories in Clay, Dreams of Wolves will also be available for sale and autographing.
Five Tales and a Tour: Greengarden, Historic Mosby Safe House
Come visit one of the most beautiful and historic homes in the Mosby Heritage Area. The Mosby Heritage Area Association is partnering with the Gettysburg Foundation to open historic Greengarden to the public on Sunday, April 3.
This program will begin at Buchanan Hall outside of Upperville. Stories featuring the cavalry Battles of Aldie, Middleburg, and Upperville, June 17-21, 1863, and Greengarden’s role as a safe house for Mosby’s Rangers will be shared before caravanning over to the home, located at 22439 Greengarden Road outside of Upperville.
At Greengarden, a National Historic Register site that dates from 1833, you’ll be able to tour the historic antebellum home. Additionally, you’ll get to see a rarity in the heritage area, a “hidey hole” used by Mosby’s men for a quick escape.
Buchanan Hall, 8549 John Mosby Highway, Upperville, VA 20184. Call (540) 687-6681 for reservations.
http://www.mosbyheritagearea.orgLibrary of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1”
(Warner Bros., 2010) In what is to be their final year at Hogwarts, the trio instead embarks on a dangerous quest to find and destroy Lord Voldemort’s secret to immortality – the Horcruxes. Starts at 2 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.
GalleryTalk at the Museum of Culpeper History
Guest Curator Pam Stewart will discuss Culpeper painter John James Porter in the Civil War Gallery. Lecture, refreshments, tours. Free event. Museum located at 113 S. Commerce Street. RSVP 540-829-1749. Limited seating.
Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2”
(Warner Bros., 2011). After destroying one Horcrux and discovering the significance of the three Deathly Hallows (an unbeatable wand, a stone to bring the dead to life, and a cloak of invisibility), Harry, Ron and Hermione continue to seek the remaining Horcruxes in an attempt to eliminate Voldemort. Starts at 7 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.
Herbs: Heirlooms from the Past, Grown Today at Smithsonian Gardens: Free Lecture
Learn about common culinary herbs and how to grow them from Smithsonian Gardens’ horticulturist Erin Clark. From rosemary to lavender, this presentation will showcase herbs that have survived the test of time in U.S. gardens. This free lecture is hosted by the Loudoun County Master Gardener Association.7:00- 8:00 pm
Rust Library
380 Old Waterford Road, NW
Leesburg, VA 20176
703-777-0323
http://loudouncountymastergardeners.org/events/free-monthly-gardening-lectures/
Open Mic Night at the State Theatre
Local musicians have an opportunity to be heard. Event hosted by Teddy Deal. Starts at 7 p.m. $5. 305 S. Main Street in Culpeper.
Film Festival at Little Washington
Lights, Camera, Action!
Tickets are on sale now for all events at the second annual Film Festival at Little Washington. This will be an exciting weekend of innovative, entertaining, and thought-provoking films by Virginia’s independent filmmakers.
Noted for its vibrant arts community, scenic Rappahannock County, Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is home to many professional and emerging filmmakers. The 2016 Film Festival will feature films that celebrate the filmmaking talent in our beautiful state.
Films will be shown Friday night through Sunday afternoon at the charming Theatre at Washington, VA. Filmmakers will conduct Q&As, and mingle over coffee, wine, and food at local eateries.
Make the Festival a weekend getaway and stay at one of Rappahannock’s lovely B&Bs or inns, and enjoy meals in some of our fine restaurants.
RAAC Film Festival at Little Washington
RAAC’s Second Annual Film Festival at Little Washington. An exciting weekend of entertaining and thought-provoking films by Virginia’s independent filmmakers. Running from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon, a nonstop parade of features, shorts and documentaries will screen at the Theatre at Washington. Screenings will be followed by Q&As and opportunities to mingle with filmmakers at gatherings throughout the county. Visit www.TheFilmFestivalAtLittleWashington.com for details. For more information, contact Program Director Theresa Wood at 817-403-0496.
The State Theatre presents Roomful of Blues
Come hear this 5-time Grammy nominated blues band and their amazing combo of jump, swing, blues and soul. You’ll want to dance. Starts at 8 p.m. Tickets $30/$25/$20. 305 S. Main Street, Culpeper. 540-829-0292. www.culpepertheatre.org
Fauquier Community Theatre teams with Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community to present The Odd Couple
Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are $16 for adults. Seniors and Students $14. Rappahannock’s Patty Hardee directs. 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. Order tickets at www/fctstage/org.
Mavis Staples
The Paramount Theater of Charlottesville is thrilled to announce that the legendary singer Mavis Staples will take the stage on Saturday, April 9 at 8PM. Grammy Award Winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and one of Rolling Stones 100 Greatest Singers of All Times in 2008.Tickets can be purchased online at www.theparamount.net, in person at The Paramount Box Office, or by phone at 434.979.1333.
Evening with an Expert: History of Firearms
The Fauquier Historical Society will offer an Evening with an Expert on April 9, 2016 with our special guest speaker Ronald Merritt Sr. Mr. Merritt will give a lecture on the history of firearms and we will have special firearms on display for viewing. The talk will start at 4 pm and be held at the John Barton Payne building (2 Courthouse Square Warrenton VA. 20186).
The Jefferson Ruritan Club together with the Jeffersonton Community Center will hold its monthly all-you-can-eat Country Breakfast
8-11:00 a.m., (and every 2nd Sat.), at the Jeffersonton Community Center, 5073 Jeffersonton Rd., Jeffersonton (Rts. 802 & 621 off Rt. 229). Menu will include eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon, fried apples, biscuits & gravy, pastries, orange juice & coffee. Cost for the breakfast is $8 for adults, $5 for children 6-12 and under 6 is free. Carry-out available. All proceeds go to scholarships, local public service organizations & charities and maintaining the Community Center. All are welcome. For info, call 937-5119 or go to www.jeffersonvaruritanclub.org.
“Living the Dream” Walk in memory of Ben Long
Walk in memory of Ben Long and for support of individuals and families affected by substance abuse, depression or suicide. Yowell Meadow Park from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Donations are appreciated (Make checks payable to Living the Dream Foundation/RRCS, Attn: Alan Rasmussen, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701). Water, lunch and music provided. For more information, contact Alan Rasmussen, RRCS Prevention Specialist, 434-825-8913.
“Living the Dream” Walk in memory of Ben Long
Walk in memory of Ben Long and for support of individuals and families affected by substance abuse, depression or suicide. Yowell Meadow Park from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Donations are appreciated (Make checks payable to Living the Dream Foundation/RRCS, Attn: Alan Rasmussen, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701). Water, lunch and music provided. For more information, contact Alan Rasmussen, RRCS Prevention Specialist, 434-825-8913.
Read to the Dogs
Held at the Culpeper County Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join the Welcome Waggers Therapy Dogs for another fun Saturday of reading. 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. Contact (540) 825-8691.