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February 2017
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Bundle of Joy”
(RKO, 1956). Debbie Reynolds plays Polly Parish, an unmarried department store sales girl who finds and takes care of an abandoned baby. 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.
Mississippi Tom Robbins at Grass Rootes
Enjoy dinner or a drink to Mississippi Tom Robbins at Grass Rootes, 195 E. Davis Street, 540-764-4229. No cover.
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.
Team Jordan Meeting
Team Jordan meets at 10 a.m. at the Roscoe Ford Police Community Room at 740 Old Brandy Road. Alan Rasmussen will be making a presentation on the most current prevention program that he’s currently presenting in our schools and at other community events. This new program was paid in part by Team Jordan Funds. We will also be discussing scholarship and other community funding needs. Knakals goodies along with coffee, juice and door prizes. Contact Chris Jenkins at chrisjenkins01@aol.com.
Alzheimer’s Discussion at the Library
The Friends of the Library, Aging Together, the Alzheimer’s Association, Healthy Steps and Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services will sponsor a discussion at 10 a.m. in the Meeting Room of the Culpeper County Library about a book for people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia and their caregivers. Ellen Phipps of the Alzheimer’s Association of Central & Western Virginia will talk about her book. Connections: A Complete Activities Guide for Persons Diagnosed with Dementia. Contact Susan Keller at 540-825-8691.
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.
Mississippi Tom Robbins at Grass Rootes
Enjoy your lunch with the music of Mississippi Tom Robbins at Grass Rootes, 195 E. Davis Street, 540-764-4229. No cover.
“Cross Threaded” at the Culpeper Cheese Company
Stop by during the Mardi Gras celebration to hear local band “Cross Threaded” at the Culpeper Cheese Company from 1-4 p.m. Located at 129 East Davis Street,Suite 100. 540-827-4757. www.culpepercheese.com
Reagan Dinner
The Fifth Annual Ronald Reagan Legacy Dinner will be held at Tuscany Hall located at 21125 Kettle Club Road in Culpeper. Sponsored by the Culpeper County Republican Committee, the dinner is open to all. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner starts at 7 p.m. Cost $35 per person. Guest speaker is Jim C. Miller III who was Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC); Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB); Chairman of the U.S. Postal Commission under President Reagan. A straw poll will be conducted for Governor, Lt. Governor and Attorney General. Business attire. For more information, contact 540-412-8470.
The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine
Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 “From the New World”
Stankovych: Suite from the ballet “The Night Before Christmas”
R. Schumann: Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54
Founded in 1918, The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine is one of Eastern Europe’s most esteemed orchestras, earning international acclaim for its virtuosity and precision. Deeply rooted in the rich musical traditions of Eastern Europe and Russia, the orchestra is celebrated for its adventurous high-energy repertoire and vibrant performances. Under the baton of Conductor Laureate, Theodore Kuchar, the orchestra performs Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, From the New World, and ballet music by Ukraine composer Stankovych. Alexei Grynyuk — who is “among the finest” according to Grammophone Magazine — joins the orchestra to perform Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor. Throughout its history, The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine has premiered the works of many classical giants including those of Prokofiev, Lyatoshynsky, and Shostakovich, and has produced over 100 acclaimed recordings, garnering the ensemble several Grammy nominations.
http://www.hyltoncenter.org/calendar/806/Mandorla at Grass Rootes
Enjoy dinner or a drink to Mandorla at Grass Rootes, 195 E. Davis Street, 540-764-4229. No cover.
Mountain View Community Church’s Sermon topic is “True North – Jesus Alone is Lord.”
Join us at 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. Live stream available at 10 a.m. via our website www.mountainviewcc.net. Children’s programs available for birth – 5th grade. Located at 16088 Rogers Road, behind Brusters Ice Cream. Small groups also meet throughout the week. 540-727-0297
Gallery Talk
Museum of Culpeper History presents Gallery Talk, a series of lectures. Houses That Slaves Built: The Enslaved Community at Montpelier Plantation by Dr. Joel Tate (retired), Germanna Community College. Held in the conference room at the Culpeper County Library located at 271 Southgate Shopping Center from 5-7 p.m. First of three free lectures. Refreshments. Limited seating. RSVP to director@culpepermuseum.com
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.
Pancake Supper
Everyone is welcome to join a Pancake Supper hosted by St. Stephen’s Church from 5 – 7 p.m. The cost is $5 per person or $20 for a family of five or more. Pay at the door. All proceeds go to the youth group. Kids of all ages will enjoy games at 6 p.m. in the youth area. Prizes and treats for all. You could win a cake. Cost is $1 for to 10 tickets or $5 for 60 tickets. No RSVP needed, just you, your family and an appetite. Contact William (Bill) Gent at gent.william@gmail.com
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.
Ash Wednesday Service
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Christian season of Lent, a 40-day period before the celebration of Easter. Hopewell United Methodist Church will hold a special evening service at 7 p.m. for the imposition of ashes. Pastor Stan Mulford invites all to attend. Located in Lignum, 12 miles east of Culpeper, seven miles west of Lake of the Woods. The church is off of Highway 3, one half mile east of the Lignum Post Office at 23557 Lignum Road. Ample free parking is available. For more information, call Rev. Mulford at the church study (540) 399-1843.
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Sleepless in Seattle”
(TriStar, 1993). Tom Hanks stars as widower Sam Baldwin, the father of an 8-year-old boy, who, by way of a talk radio program, gets involved in a long-distance relationship with unhappily engaged journalist Annie Reed (Meg Ryan). 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.
Brianna Lauren at Grass Rootes
Enjoy dinner or a drink to country singer Brianna Lauren at Grass Rootes, 195 E. Davis Street, 540-764-4229. No cover.
“Spring on the Horizon: New Paintings by Randy Baskerville”
New oil paintings by local artists, Randy Baskeville
Dates of Show: March 3 to May 5, 2017
Reception: March 3, 3:30 to 5 pm, Main Lobby, Free Parking Tickets available at show