Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Volunteers from Old Dominion Humane Society rescued 22 dogs from a hoarding case in Lawrence County on March 20 and cared for them just outside Fredericksburg + the coordinated effort with Squishy Face Crew included a nine-hour round trip to Beckley, West Virginia to bring the animals from deplorable outdoor conditions.

Dominion Energy will start a major upgrade of power lines from Fredericksburg to Possum Point in Prince William County — the project will replace equipment in service for over fifty years to keep the grid strong as electricity demand grows.

Friends of the Rappahannock is renovating its office at 3219 Fall Hill Ave in Fredericksburg — a Biz Beat Clips video posted on March 24 gives viewers an inside look at the project.

Gari Melchers Home and Studio offers Picturing New Connections, a program that helps people with memory loss and supports their caregivers through art and music— the session lets participants share simple stories about daily chores and relax in a calm, interactive space.

The next session will be held on July 31.

The Central Rappahannock Regional Library is offering spring break events for families this week — Sarah Smethurst and Craig Graziano explained that the programs will feature interactive activities for children and parents.

Eight University of Mary Washington students spent spring break in Goose Creek, South Carolina with Habitat for Humanity to build and repair homes—trip leaders arranged meetings, meals and transportation for the project.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin changed the budget passed by the General Assembly in February to add flood relief for communities hurt by February storms and to restore $80 million for the VMI Center for Leadership and Ethics—he also tried to bring back a school voucher program while keeping funding for teacher bonuses and other projects as the General Assembly meets again on April 2.

18th Century Family Game Night at George Washington's Ferry Farm

Experience an engaging evening exploring historical games from the 1700s at George Washington's Ferry Farm, suitable for families and friends.

Resin Mold Art Class

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Mimi’s Vintage Cottage — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity in a hands-on class focusing on colorful resin art designs.

Virtual Senior Living Tour

9 AM - 7 PM | Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg | Free entry | Explore top-rated senior living options with exceptional care and engaging activities.

Mini Mornings at the Museum: Explore the Garden

10:15-11:15 a.m. — Historic Kenmore — Check website for costs — Enjoy story time and craft activities while exploring nature in the garden.

Colonial Fair at Historic Kenmore

10 AM – 4 PM — Historic Kenmore — $15 adults, $7 students, free for kids under 6 — Experience enchanting magic and interactive fun at this lively 18th-century themed fair.

Baseball Camp for a Cure

4-7 p.m. — 1200 Wicklow Dr, Fredericksburg, VA — Donations appreciated — Participate in skills training and scrimmages while supporting cancer research and scholarships.

Fredericksburg Nationals vs. Salem Red Sox

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Ticket discounts available — Cheer on the Fredericksburg Nationals as they face off against the Salem Red Sox in this exciting baseball matchup.

Salem Red Sox vs. Fredericksburg Nationals

7:05-11:05 p.m. — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Tickets starting at $16 — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup at a great venue.

Fredericksburg Nationals vs. Salem Red Sox

7:05-11:05 p.m. — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Ticket deals available — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup under the stars.