Good morning, Fredericksburg.

This week, Smugglers Cafe in downtown Fredericksburg offers a Disneyesque experience with bold brews and cosmic cookies for intergalactic travelers.

The Visitor Center will host the Fredericksburg 250 Open House on Monday, Feb.

2 from 5-7 p.m. at 601 Caroline Street—local museums and community partners will share details on upcoming programs celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

Fredericksburg schools have appointed a new Director of Operations who was most recently principal at Fauquier High School+ he is expected to guide district improvements.

A winter storm dropped about 8 inches of snow in Fredericksburg Monday, with reports showing totals from 2.5 inches east to nearly 11 inches in neighboring counties (photos captured at 11:45 a.m. along Caroline Street illustrate the impact).

Late Monday, snow plows cleared roads near St. Mary’s Catholic Church at the intersection of William and Daniel Sts. at 6:15 p.m., and crews worked overnight to keep the area accessible this Tuesday morning.

Escalante / Gente de Gordo Live in Fredericksburg

8:00 PM — El Paraiso Nightclub & Restaurant — Get your tickets now — Enjoy a lively night of music at El Paraiso with Escalante and Gente de Gordo.

Standup Comedy Night at Highmark Brewery

8-9:30 p.m. — Highmark Brewery — Affordable entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with top comedians from Virginia and beyond.

Live Music Night with Anthony G

6-9 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Fredericksburg Historic District — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening filled with the incredible tunes of Anthony G.

Valentine's Celebration at El Paraiso

8 p.m. — El Paraiso Nightclub & Restaurant — Tickets available — Celebrate love with a lively party atmosphere in Fredericksburg.