Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Brian Freeman, once a police detective who busted drug dealers and later struggled with drug use and prison, will open the Konnect Recovery Home for Men in Beaverdam later this month to help men start fresh—he returned home to care for his family and built a team to offer job training, support and safe housing for up to 20 men.

Germanna and Oberle have partnered to offer skilled trades courses taught by Germanna faculty at Oberle.

The courses cover electrical, HVAC, forklift operations, welding and solar energy.

Rep. Eugene Vindman, whose district covers Fredericksburg, introduced a bill that will require state educational agencies to enforce cellphone-free classrooms in public schools—he held a roundtable on March 29 with local educators and officials.

Local superintendents supported the measure, which builds on Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s earlier executive order.

A bipartisan measure to let new parents in Congress vote by proxy failed — state lawmakers are now exploring remote voting options so that parents can stay involved while caring for their families.

Virginia Del. Destiny LeVere Bolling praised the flexible option she used during maternity leave and expects similar changes in other statehouses.

Open House at 4506 Caven Ct S

4-6 p.m. — 4506 Caven Ct S — $454,900 — Explore this spacious 4-bedroom home in a peaceful cul-de-sac with a cozy fireplace and fully fenced backyard.

Open House at River Creek

4-6 p.m. — 438 Brenthem Farm Drive — $949,000 — Explore a stunning home with breathtaking views and luxurious amenities in a sought-after community.

Puerto Rican Plena Workshop

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Fredericksburg Area Museum — $20, $10 (ages 6-12), Free (age 5 and below) — A hands-on experience to explore the vibrant rhythms and cultural significance of Puerto Rican Plena music.

Soul Line Dancing with Regina

7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Experience the fun of soul line dancing every 2nd and 4th Thursday in Fredericksburg.

Tea Time at Kenmore

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Kenmore — $20 per person — Explore the art of tea while enjoying light refreshments and beautiful gardens.