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November 2017
Music on the Patio with Bomar & Ritter at DuCard Vineyards
Chill out on the patio with some cool wine and the talents of acoustic duo Bomar & Ritter. This singer/songwriter duo mixes it up with their own blend of folk, rock, ballads, and blues. Wine tastings and light fare available for purchase. No cover.
https://www.ducardvineyards.comSoap Box Derby Fundraiser
Piedmont Area Soap Box Derby is hosting a benefit at 6:30 p.m. featuring The Fabulous Hubcaps & A Salute to Our Veterans at Tuscany Hall. Join us for a night of fun and dancing! There will be a benefit auction, heavy hors d’oeuvres, adult beverages, and lots of dancing! Tickets are $50 per person. They are available for purchase at: A & B Kearns Trucking and Stone, Brown Harris Wealth Management, Gilmore’s Automotive Service Center, K & M Lawn Garden & Arborist Supply, Luigi’s Italian Restaurant, and Rosson & Troilo
HOWL 8 and Potluck Dinner at DuCard Vineyards
It’s time for our 8th Annual HOWL at the Moon (rising) Party! Come enjoy moon tunes and great wine as we await the rising of the harvest moon after sunset. Bring a pot luck dish to share with your neighbors. We’ll stay open late so everyone can eat, drink, and, yeah, howl at the full moon to celebrate life in the vineyard! No cover.
https://www.ducardvineyards.comFilm: “Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops”
(Universal, 1955) Bud Abbott and Lou Costello’s prolific work on radio, film and television made them one of the most popular comedy teams of the 1940s and early 1950s. “Meet the Keystone Kops,” one of the team’s later movies film efforts, is set in 1912 and follows the exploits of Bud and Lou (as Harry ‘Slim’ Pierce and Willie ‘Tubby’ Piper) as they purchase the Edison Movie
Studio in Orange, New Jersey. When discovering that the seller, Joseph Gorman (Fred Clark), swindled them, they follow the grifter to Hollywood where he has assumed the identity of a European director at Snavely Pictures. 7:30 p.m. Free, at the Library of Congress Packard Campus Theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations taken.
FILM: “The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel”
(20th Century-Fox, 1951) Based on the book by Desmond Young, this biographical film about German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel focuses on the period between his retreat from North Africa and his government-
decreed death. 7:30 p.m. Free, at The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations taken.
Veterans Day Special at DuCard Vineyards
Join us as we celebrate and honor all our Veterans this day. We’ll have free tastings for Veterans and give a hearty Thank You for all your service to this great country. And don’t forget our Military discount! Noshing food available for purchase to pair with your wines as well.
https://www.ducardvineyards.comCountry breakfast
The Jefferson Ruritan Club together with the Jeffersonton Community Center will hold its monthly all-you-can-eat Country Breakfast from 8-11 a.m., 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 is $8 for adults, $5 for children 6-12 and under 6 free. Carry-out available. All are welcome. For info, call 937-5119 or go to www.jeffersonvaruritanclub.org.
CMUC Bazaar
The Culpeper United Methodist Women are hosting their 30th Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar, from 9 a.m. til 2 p.m. at 1233 Oaklawn Drive, Culpeper. This is a popular event with 50 vendors present. Come get a head start on your Christmas shopping. Continental breakfast and lunch will be available for sale. There will be plenty of baked goodies available for sale for you just in time for the holiday season. The UMW support many local, national, and world charities, and your support is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Alice Hoffman at 540-825-9407.
7th Annual Catoctin Holiday Art Tour
Please join us for holiday shopping in scenic Loudoun County!
Join nearly two dozen artists in their Lovettsville area studios on November 11 and 12 for the seventh annual Catoctin Holiday Art Tour: a weekend of beautiful scenery, friendly folks, and local art.
This relaxing driving tour leads visitors down some of western Loudoun’s prettiest country roads, to homes and studios in the thriving artists’ community of Lovettsville.
Visitors meet the artists where they work and have the opportunity to buy affordable art and gifts in advance of the holiday shopping rush.
Many studios feature food and wine from local businesses as well. Small enough to do in an afternoon, with art of a caliber to merit a day trip from DC.
All studios open 10am – 6pm both days.
http://www.catoctinart.comVeterans Day Ceremony
The Culpeper National Cemetery will be having a ceremony at 11 a.m. to honor all living Veterans in our community. The ceremony will be approximately 1 hour long and held at the Culpeper National Cemetery (historic side). The address is 305 U.S. Avenue.
Veterans Day Celebration at Far Gohn
Far Gohn Brewing Co. will host a Veterans Days Celebration on Saturday, November 11, 2017 from 12pm to 11pm. There will be a Presentation of Color Ceremony by the Burton Hammond VFW Post 2524, musical performances by The Bottle Shop and Anderson Paulson Project, a food truck on site and specials for Veterans. Join us at 301 South East Street, Culpeper, VA.
Nature’s Pharmacy: Plants that Heal (BASNCR)
Nature’s Pharmacy: Plants that Heal
The Botanical Art Society of the National Capital Region
On Display: November 1 – December 13
The Botanical Art Society of the National Capital Region is a chapter of the American Society of Botanical Artists with over 100 members in Virginia. BASNCR promotes an appreciation of botanical art and supports educational activities focusing on botanical awareness. Their exhibits showcase the beauty of nature, as well as the science of botanical art while utilizing a variety of media such as watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil. Nature’s Pharmacy fuses this passion for science and the beauty of nature by emphasizing plants with historic medicinal purposes.
Meet the artists at the reception, November 11, 2-4 pm.
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Greater Manassas/Prince William County sponsors theatrical productions for children and adults, teaches arts classes, promotes visual arts and provides community outreach programs for local youth. Founded in 1984 by a group of artists and art lovers, the Center aims to enrich the quality of life in the Northern Virginia suburbs through arts performance and education. A theater, an art gallery and classrooms are located in the historic Candy Factory building in Old Town Manassas, at 9419 Battle Street.
Music by the Fire with Kat and the Travelers at DuCard Vineyards
The air is getting a bit nippy so we’ll turn on the fire for you as you come out and enjoy the music of of kat and the travelers with their awesome blend of originals, swing, vintage jazz, blues, and boogie! Feel free to pair your picnics with any of our great wines. No cover.
https://www.ducardvineyards.comFall Winemaker’s Brunch at DuCard Vineyards
Harvest season will be the theme for this gourmet event featuring catered local cuisine by l’étoile Catering in Charlottesville. We’ll enjoy an elegant meal paired with DuCard wines, plus music through brunch with harpist Vicky Lee. A great Fall day celebration. Limited seating and advance reservations (online) are required. Yes, we can handle vegetarian or other advance special requests.
https://www.ducardvineyards.com/harvestbrunchreservation.htmlIgnite Fitness Special Event
Ignite Fitness will host Ability Beats with Carrie Ekins a Drums Alive Special Event from 6 to 7 p.m at Culpeper Baptist Church. To register: email us at sgregory@ignitefitnessllc.com or call (540) 718-0147.Space & Equipment is limited, so don’t delay! Please wear athletic clothing and tennis shoes. All equipment will be provided. Check In: Doors will open at 5:30pm. Questions: Contact Sharon Gregory @ (540) 718-0147, sgregory@ignitefitnessllc.com or message me on Facebook @ignitefitnessllc.
Matinee Idylls: The Washington Saxophone Quartet (WSaxQ)
Celebrating more than 40 years together, WSaxQ is the most widely heard saxophone quartet in the country and is heard daily through recorded arrangements of the theme for National Public Radio’s program “All Things Considered.” Featuring music from Bach to Gershwin, this dynamic ensemble enlightens and entertains audiences with its musical mastery.
Enjoy lunch by an outstanding local restaurant followed by a one-hour concert and a coffee and dessert reception with the artists.
Lunch 12:30 p.m. / Concert 1:30 p.m.
Dessert Reception (following Concert)
St. Stephen’s Prayer Group
Centering Prayer Group at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. Join us for an hour of reflection and prayer, each Wednesday at 11 a.m., followed by Healing and Holy Communion service at noon. Contact 540-825-8786. Located at 115 N. East Street.
Art Showcase
Ahhh, autumn — colorful leaves falling and colorful art rising. Kick off the festive season with the second annual “Best of the Piedmont,” a showcase of regional art sponsored by the Arts & Culture Center in Culpeper.
The newest ACC exhibition kicks off Thursday with a reception at the ACC gallery, 509 South Main Street in Culpeper. The receptionstarts at 5:30 p.m. and runs until 7 p.m. It is free, and the public is invited. Join friends and neighbors for an evening of light nibbles and exquisite art. The exhibit will be open every Saturday until December 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Like the Thursday reception, the exhibit is free. For more information on the ACC, please go to the ACC website at www.ACCinCulpeper.org or visit the ACC on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ACCCulpeper/ . To join ACC, a non-
profit organization, or to become a volunteer at the Gallery, please contact Keith Price at KeithdPrice@hotmail.com. The ACC is a not-for-profit organization that promotes visual, literary and performing arts through awareness, participation and education.
Annual Thanksgiving Service
The Culpeper County Christian Ministerial Association invites everyone to join together for the Annual Culpeper Community Thanksgiving Service at 7 p.m. The Keynote speaker this year is Dr. Doug Springer, author and founder and president of the
national and global disaster relief organization, “Somebody Cares America/International.” Dr. Springer is considered a Policy Expert by the Heritage Foundation and serves on various boards involving ministries to families, orphans, seniors and
the like. He has authored many books including the timely, “Hope For The Fatherless Generation” and his most recent, “Leadership Awakening: Foundational Principles for Lasing Success.” The day will begin with a breakfast from 7 – 9:30 a.m. hosted and held at the Culpeper United Methodist Church. A dinner will be held at Shawn’s Smokehouse BBQ in Culpeper, 5 p.m. ($13 inclusive). Dr. Springer will speak at both meals on the subject of his latest book on
Leadership Awakening. The annual worship service will be held at the Culpeper Baptist Church at 7 p.m., with a time of fellowship afterwards. The evening offering will benefit The Salvation Army. For additional information please contact Nancy
Sharman at (540) 718-1086.
Film: “Peter Pan”
“Peter Pan” (Paramount, 1924) The first film adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s enormously successful 1902 stage play “Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up,” remains one of the silent era’s most successful fantasies, notable not only for Betty Bronson’s exquisitely stylized performance as Peter, but also for its elaborate settings and special effects. Directed by Herbert Brenon and featuring Mary Brian as Wendy and Anna May Wong as Tiger Lily, the film closely follows the plot of the original play, and even
goes so far as to incorporate much of its original stage dialogue in the intertitles. Thought to be lost for decades, James Card, film restorer and curator of George Eastman House in Rochester, New York, discovered a well-preserved copy in a vault at the Eastman School of Music in the 1950s, and made a preservation of that source. Film historian David Pierce (and now Assistant Chief of the Library of Congress National Audio Visual Conservation Center) discovered an additional and hitherto unknown 16mm copy at the Disney Studios which had been made when the company acquired the rights to the property in 1938. A new restoration was undertaken by the George Eastman House combining the two sources in 1994. “Peter Pan” was added to the National Film Registry in 2000. London based musician Stephen Horne will provide live musical accompaniment for the film. 7:30 p.m. Free, at the Library of Congress Packard Campus Theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations taken.