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January 2017
Wakefield Country Day Open House
Wakefield Country Day School invites you to an Open House on the WCDS campus in Flint Hill from 1-3 p.m. to learn what sets WCDS apart from other schools. Visit with students, talk to teachers, explore our curriculum, and learn more about our exceptional Preschool through 12th grade college preparatory program. Questions? Please call our Admissions Director at 540.635.8555 x227.
Triple Threat – Chocolate, Cheese & Wine Class
The class we never attempt all at once … the triple threat challenge. We’ll taste all of our favorites: cheeses and chocolates and wines together to see what it does to our palate. Somebody’s got to do it right? Learning how to appreciate flavors, as well as being able to pair them well, is a most enjoyable hobby. Dates: 1/22, 4/16, 7/16, 10/15
http://www.littlewashingtonwinery.comYouth Choir
The Blue Ridge Chorale Youth Choir rehearsals begin at 5:45 p.m. at Open Door Baptist Church, 754 Germanna Hwy, Culpeper. Our Youth Choir Director Cathy ter Weele teaches music in our school system and makes music fun and exciting for the young people. We welcome children from Culpeper and all surrounding counties. Parents, grandparents, come and bring the children out to see what we are all about. For more information, you may call 540-219-8837 or go the www.brcsings.com.
Bereavement Support
Held at Culpeper Hospital from 7-8:30 p.m. Runs through March 27. Special weekly seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them, renew through faith-based perspective. Adults and teens welcome. Sponsored by Spiritual Care Support Ministries. This is non-denominational and free. Learn more at www.scsm.tv or call Chaplain Liz Danielsen at 540/349-5814 for information and directions.
Tuesday Evening Concert Series presents Jean-Guihen Queyras, cello & Alexander Melnikov, piano
Works by Beethoven, Debussy & Chopin
Tickets on sale January 10, with new tickets available daily
Author Discussion
What goes on Inside the Minds of Criminals? Join local author, Mark O’Connell, at 6 p.m. as he talks about his two books and sheds some light on this question and others. Mark’s books Justice Denied ($13) and Criminal Minds ($11) will both be available for sale and autographing. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Culpeper County Library. 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Contact (540) 825-8691.
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Ball of Fire”
(RKO, 1941). Billy Wilder based the plot on his original story about a Burlesque dancer who moves in with eight fusty professors (headed by Cooper) to explain “slang” for their new encyclopedia. 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.
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Cabaret”
(Allied Artists, 1972). Bob Fosse, who earned a Best Director Oscar, translated a highly successful Broadway musical into a film that maintains the vivacity of the stage version. 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.
Snap Crackle Pop Discounts
Come out to the vineyard on Saturday, January 28 and pop your way to discounts on our premium Virginian wine!
We’ve filled balloons with coupons, and with any purchase you get to pop one and receive a big discount on wine!
Join us for this fun afternoon of popping balloons and sipping the best wine in Virginia!
http://www.veramar.com/scripts/eventPg.cfm/_/756/Snap-Crackle-POP!-Discounts/The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “Pinocchio”
(Disney, 1940). Based on stories by 19th century Italian author Carlo Collodi, this animated Disney classic tells the tale of gentle woodcarver Geppetto (Christian Rub) who builds a marionette to be his substitute son. Also on the program are The Three Stooges in “Punch Drunks” (Columbia, 1937). 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.
Narmada Winery Open Mic
Join us for a fun, free afternoon of music, dance, poetry and more!
People of all ages and backgrounds can sign up to perform at our Open Mic Night. We provide microphones and sound system. Participants can share songs, poems, visual media, dance, skits and more.
http://narmadawinery.comMusic by the Fire with Incognito featuring Gina Sobel
Join us for a cozy glass of wine as we experience the talented music of this fabulous local singer/songwriter. Gina’s duo project Incognito has been described as: High energy duo, shrouded in mystery. One part blues, one part folk, one part Beatles. (www.ginasobel.com) Sounds like a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon! See you there! No cover.
https://www.ducardvineyards.comVerdun Fundraiser
It’s an evening for dinner and dancing from 7-10 p.m. at The Eagle Rest Retreat Center at Verdun Adventure Bound located at 17044 Adventure Bound Trail in Rixeyville. Garnished Affair provides chicken/pork/sides.Music by Pete’s Unnamed Band (P.U.B). $15 per person/$25 a couple. Tickets only at the door.Contact 540-937-4920 or visit www.verdunadventurebound.org
The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “The Terminator”
(Orion, 1984 – R-rated). “The Terminator” became one of the sleeper hits of 1984, blending an ingenious, thoughtful script — clearly influenced by the works of sci-fi legend Harlan Ellison — and relentless, non-stop action moved along by an outstanding synthesizer and early techno soundtrack. 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.
Kipyn Martin
Kipyn Martin is an emerging Americana singer/songwriter whose roots sink into the banks of the Shenandoah River. According to folk legend John Gorka, Kipyn is “a beauty of a singer.” She currently plays festivals, concert halls, coffeehouses, and house concerts from New England to Texas.
Kipyn’s accolades include earning Gold Awards in recent Mid-Atlantic Song Contests for her songs “Dance Across the Sky” and “Nightbird”, as well as having won the Washington Area Music Association (WAMMIE) Award for New Artist of the Year.
“The most pure voice I’ve ever heard” – Karin Fuller, The Charleston Gazette.
A vitality of voice, both poetic and musical, makes this woman a performing artist not to be missed.
http://barnsofrosehill.org/event/kipyn-martin/Mountain View Community Church’s Sermon topic is “Game Plan – A Word from the Coach.”
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
Creative Mankind Painting class at Narmada Winery
Join us in the Narmada tasting room for a relaxing afternoon of Sipping and Painting! Instructors will be here from 1-4pm to give you step by step instructions on creating your own canvas masterpiece!
This 3 hr. event is just $35 and includes all art supplies, an awesome staff, and a lot of fun! Narmada is an outpost of sleek sophistication nestled in the beautiful rolling countryside of Virginia’s Rappahannock region—a perfect spot to unleash your creativity! And, of course, Narmada will have all of their award winning wines and light food fare available for purchase.
Don’t worry! Absolutely NO art experience is necessary! Our talented instructors will walk you through every step of your creative process!
Tickets on sale through the creative mankind website!
https://sites.cimplebox.com/events/registration.aspx?s=5329&c=3146&eid=280397&r=0.1357997The Library of Congress Packard Campus Theatre presents “The Prisoner of Zenda”
(United Artists, 1937). A romantic adventure from David O. Selznick, “The Prisoner of Zenda” harkens back to a time of chivalry and swordplay. 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.
The World of Malbecs Wine Class
Once every decade or so a wine grape comes along that transcends region, winery, or even common sense to become a brand unto itself. Malbec has now joined that illustrious club of brand unto-itself varietals. We will taste and compare eight Malbec wines from around the world, and discover the similarities and differences in aromas, flavors, and food pairing ability. Dates: 1/29, 4/23, 7/23, 10/22
http://www.littlewashingtonwinery.comThe Five Irish Tenors
These five premier tenors of Ireland fuse Irish wit and boisterous charm with lyricism, dramatic flair and operatic style in this singular concert experience. In their first U.S. tour, The Five Irish Tenors perform a marvelous program of opera arias and beloved Irish songs, including W.B. Yeats’s “Down by the Sally Gardens,” Verdi’s “O Mio Rimorso” from La Traviata, Cesar Franck’s “Panis Angelicus,” and the glorious “Danny Boy.” Two extraordinary pianists join Ireland’s most popular ensemble as they perform solos, duets, trios, quartets, and quintets. Let the celestial voices of these legendary classical performers whisk you away to the emerald isles.
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