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Fredericksburg
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The local Food Bank is hosting weekly drive-thru and walk-up distributions this week, and residents can find details on its Facebook Events Page or using the FREDFOODVA app. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Anita Crossfield received the President’s Award for Woman of the Year on April 15 at Ristorante Renato from the Woman’s Club. The honor recognized her leadership in running Anita’s Cafe and her support of local groups like the Economic Development Authority. Fredericksburg Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rappahannock Valley Garden Club will host Historic Garden Week tomorrow with tours of select homes and gardens along Upper Caroline Street near the Rising Sun Tavern; tickets will be sold downtown and shuttles will run from Dixon Park (details at gcvirginia.org). Fredericksburg Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg area middle schoolers competed in the Civic Bee to show off their civic knowledge and win awards — their success now paves the way for a spot at the state competition. The Free Lance–Star
- ➤ Middle school students from across the region took part in the first Civics Bee today to test their knowledge of history, government, and civic engagement (a new step in boosting local civic education). The Free Lance–Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers with Tree Fredericksburg planted native trees on the steep slopes near the Mary Washington Monument Saturday morning. Anne Little said the trees will stabilize the hillside, fight erosion & attract wildlife including caterpillars and birds. Fredericksburg Free Press
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Dementia Insights: Navigating the Journey Together
The Quest to Conquer Alzheimer’s Disease w/ Dr. George Bloom, UVA Research Updates from the Alzheimer’s Association Lego Serious Play for Alzheimer’s Connections w/ Loretta Veeney
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Dementia Insights: Navigating the Journey Together
The Quest to Conquer Alzheimer’s Disease w/ Dr. George Bloom, UVA Research Updates from the Alzheimer’s Association Lego Serious Play for Alzheimer’s Connections w/ Loretta Veeney
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That Arena Rock Show
7-11 p.m. — The Groove Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience high energy tribute performances of classic rock anthems from the 70s and 80s.
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La Sonora Dinamita at El Pino Mexican Restaurant
9 PM — El Pino Mexican Restaurant — Limited seating available — Enjoy a vibrant dance event with La Sonora Dinamita.
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Virginia Renaissance Faire
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Virginia Renaissance Faire — Tickets go on sale mid-March — Experience five weekends of medieval revelry and merriment.
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Mother's Day 5K/10K Run
7:30 a.m. — Old Mill Park — Entry fee required — Celebrate Mother's Day with a scenic run alongside the Rappahannock River while supporting a good cause.
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Sensory Friendly Morning at Ferry Farm
10 AM – 12 PM — George Washington's Ferry Farm — $6 for students, $13 for adults — Explore George Washington's boyhood home in a sensory-friendly environment designed for families with special needs.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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