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March 2016
Virginia Festival of the Book Presents: An Evening with Bryan Stevenson
Bryan Stevenson (Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption) will speak about his experiences as a social justice lawyer and how these continue to influence his life-long work to support criminal justice system reform as well as anti-poverty and anti-discrimination efforts. An outspoken advocate and thoughtful leader, Stevenson challenges the legacy of racial inequality in the United States, asking Americans to reconsider issues of justice and compassion. John Grisham will join Stevenson on stage for discussion of these issues.http://www.theparamount.net/2015/virginia-festival-of-the-book-presents-an-evening-with-bryan-stevenson/
Fauquier Seed Swap
Swap your seeds. Meet some gardeners. Go home with new seeds and new ideas for the garden.
Free and open to all gardeners, wannabe gardeners, or folks who just want to see what the fuss is all about.
There will be
– seeds for swapping
– gardeners for gossiping
– and more!
Bring your seeds. Bring your friends. Go home with your friends’ seeds. Simple as that!
Got questions? Check out the details below or post your question to the wall here. We’re looking forward to seeing lots of y’all for this year’s seed swap — let’s make it bigger and better than ever!
WHAT
A seed swap is exactly what it sounds like: a chance to swap your extra flower, vegetable or herb seeds with other gardeners.
WHY
Because maybe you have too many tomato seeds, and not enough lettuce seeds. Because you want to try a new variety. Because you have extra, and want to share. Because it will be fun.
WHO
Anyone who has seeds or wants seeds. Expert gardeners. Beginner gardeners. Aspiring gardeners. Seed-savers. You.
HOW
It’s really pretty easy…
– Bring extra seeds that are no more than 2-3 years old.
– Store-bought, mail-ordered or home-saved; all seeds are welcome.
– If bringing seeds you saved yourself, please be sure they are from non-hybrid plants, and were saved and labeled properly.
– Please repackage large quantities of seeds into smaller envelopes or plastic baggies. Packets of 10-30 seeds are plenty for most plants and gardens.
– Please label all seed packets with the variety name, year saved (or bought), and source. Thank you!
– No seeds? Come anyway! There is always plenty of seed to share.
WHERE
The John Barton Payne Building
2 Courthouse Square
Warrenton, Va 20186
WHEN
Saturday, March 19, 11am-1pm
Presidio Brass
Combining a brass quintet, piano and percussion with fresh, original arrangements to make a truly exciting musical evening! Sponsored by StageAlive! our community concert organization.Time: 7:30PM
Culpeper County High School, 14240 Achievement Drive, Culpeper 22701
Call Kathy Davis 540-825-1342
www.stagealive.org
St. Patrick’s Weekend Party with music by Smokin’ Trout
Join us for a touch of the Irish with the lyrical Celtic rock and ballad/bluegrass music of Smokin’ Trout. We’ll also have some delicious Irish fare for sale provided by Mama’s Caboose, so come hungry and ready to dance! 1-5pm. DuCard Vineyards: 40 Gibson Hollow Lane, Etlan, VA 22719; 540-923-4206; http://www.ducardvineyards.com
Gray Ghost Wine Dinner at Marriott Ranch
Virginia Wine Maker Dinner at Marriott Ranch in Hume, Virginia with a gourmet five course meal paired with select Gray Ghost Wines.$109.00 pp + tax Call 540-364-2627 for reservations.www.marriottranch.com
7th annual Greene County Arts Festival
Save the date and don’t miss the 7th annual Greene County Arts Festival! Saturday, March 19, 10:00 – 4:00.
https://www.facebook.com/ArtGuildOfGreene/?fref=nf5K Run/Walk Fundraiser for Culpeper Food Closet
Culpeper High School hosts a 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Culpeper Food Closet. Register at the lower level parking lot by the gym at 8 a.m. The cost is $10. (cash/check) per person. Race starts at 9 a.m. Awards will be presented. Forms are available in the CCHS front office. Please contact CCHS at 540-825-8310 for more information.
The Art of Fly Fishing by Peter Corbin Exhibition Reception
“How do you start a painting? Go fishing. Experience the awe. See the fish, the land, and the seascape. Take notes with your mind, camera, or sketch book. Gather all the information you can in every way you can.” – Peter Corbin
Join the Art of Fly Fishing artist Peter Corbin for a coffee reception and an exhibition tour. This 10-minute slide show of still images narrated by noted sporting artist Peter Corbin accompanies his exhibition, Line Dance – The Art of Fly Fishing by Peter Corbin. The artist delves into his artistic inspirations, his meticulous painting process, and his philosophy on creating art – all rooted in a lifetime passion for fly fishing and the outdoors.
National Sporting Library and Museum, Middleburg. http://www.nationalsporting.org/nslm/event_details/445/
Wags & Tags Quarterly Community Adoption Event and Humane Society of Culpeper Food Drive
Partial proceeds of any car or truck that leaves the lot at Chrysler of Culpeper is donated to The Humane Society of Culpeper. The Culpeper Animal Shelter, Paws for Seniors and Louisa County Animal Shelter will partner for the event. Stop by for free hot dog, chips and water. And please bring a new family member (cat or dog) home with you as well as your new ride! Questions, call the Humane Society of Culpeper at 540-727-7554.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Epiphany Catholic School
Music, games, crafts and activities for all ages. Food and beverages available for purchase. Many vendors and crafters displaying items for purchase. Fun for all. 11:00 – 5:00 Free event. 1211 East Grandview Avenue, Culpeper, VA 22701
Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents Charley and the Angel
(Disney/Buena Vista, 1973). Fred MacMurray stars in this inspirational family comedy as Charley Appleby, the owner of a small hardware store during the Great Depression who’s so busy with his business that he’s neglected his family. 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.
Teen Gaming for grades 6-12
Sign up in Advance. A great place to meet up with friends or make new ones! We will teach you how to play strategy games, such as Forbidden Desert, Shadows Over Camelot, Contagion and Betrayal at the House on the Hill, or you can play party games such as Apples to Apples, Head Bands Act Up, Taboo, or Wits and Wagers. Feel free to bring your own. Snacks served. Contact Laini Bostian at lbostian@cclva.org or 540-825-8691
Duvall Designs Gallery Opening Event, presenting painter Winslow McCagg
Artist Reception. Celebrate with us Winslow McCagg’s new work that revisits his early work with a new vision.
Duvall Designs introduces new furniture and we look forward to introducing an exciting year of the finest work of contemporary artists.
Live on the Taproom Stage at Old Bust Head Brewery
Ken Hall Jazz Trio
www.oldbusthead.comAnnual Sheriff Scott H. Jenkins Youth Sports Benefit Basketball Game
Deputies and cops team up to take on Culpeper teachers at Eastern View High School. First Culpeper County High School will play Eastern View High School. Then, at 7:30 p.m. Sheriff’s Deputies and Town Police Officers will venture out onto the wood floors to take on the teachers. Student admission is $3, adults $5 and children admitted free. Proceeds used to sponsor the Sheriff’s youth sports camps which are offered free of charge to area youth in the summer.
To round out the event the Culpeper Blue Angels All Star Cheer plan a “dance performance” at 6:45 p.m.
Salem Volunteer Fire and Rescue Pickin Party
Held from 7-10 p.m. located at 13428 Scotts Mill Road Culpeper. This month’s musicians are: Grassland Bluegrass Band, The Country Troubadours and Rhombus. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. Come out for an evening of great music and food. There is no admission charge. Please help support the Salem Volunteer Fire and Rescue.
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents The Road to Wellville
(Columbia, 1993 – R-rated *). Sir Alan Parker directed this fictional look at Dr. John Harvey Kellogg, the Battle Creek Sanitarium, breakfast cereal, and the health-mania craze that sprang up in the late 19th century, focused in the town of Battle Creek, MI. No one under the age of 17 will be admitted without a parent or guardian. 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.
StageAlive! Presents Presidio Brass
StageAlive! Presents Presidio Brass with its combination of brass, percussion and piano in fresh arrangements and swinging style. Starts at 7:30 p.m. at Culpeper County High School, home of Stage Alive, the all volunteer community concert organization based in Culpeper and serving seven Virginia counties. Plenty of free parking. Come early to get a good seat.
Tickets are only $25 for adults and $10 for students. For further information call 540-825-1342.
Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles
This group performed to a Standing Ovation last season! Back by popular demand, Hotel California Band wows audiences, performing TAKE IT EASY, PEACEFUL EASY FEELING, ONE OF THESE NIGHTS, WITCHY WOMAN, LYIN’ EYES, DESPERADO and more. Don’t miss the fun!$50 Preferred Seats / $35 All Other Tickets
March 20, 2016- 7:30p.m. http://louisaarts.org/haley-cooketheatre.htm
Traditional Appalachian Music by Wayne Henderson and Helen White
Henderson, a National Heritage Award recipient honored as a luthier and a renowned fingerstyle Appalachian guitar player will be joined by singer, fiddler and tunesmith Helen White who has toured extensively with Henderson in the U.S. and Europe.
4 p.m. at the Castleton Festival Theatre House (664 Castleton View Road, Castleton VA) – 866.974.0767 – www.CastletonFestival.org
www.CastletonFestival.org