Good morning, Fredericksburg.

WWII veteran Justin Carter Jr — a centennial who witnessed decades of change — celebrated his 100th birthday with family and friends and reflected on his World War II service, marking a lifetime of history in our community.

ArtsLIVE! Chamber Music Festival returns to Fredericksburg on May 13, 15 and 16 at Trinity Episcopal Church, with director Mike Reynolds leading chamber music programs and four additional performances by *local* professional artists.

The festival will offer affordable, intimate classical settings for attendees.

University of Mary Washington is spotlighting its Class of 2026 seniors who are preparing to graduate soon from programs in historic preservation, international affairs, environmental science, and biomedical sciences.

Profiles feature seniors like Blake Bauer, Olivia-Lena De Veaux, Mariana Lira, and Mallory Thompson.

A centenarian veteran reflected on a lifetime of memories on May 6 — marking a significant milestone — while a local special educator won a state award for outstanding teaching.

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.

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.

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.

2026 Virginia Senior & Adults Open

May 29-31 — Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fredericksburg South — Registration required — Compete in a prominent chess tournament organized by the Virginia Chess Federation.

Comedy Crave Live

9:30-11:00 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Fredericksburg Historic District — Food available — Enjoy a night of high-energy stand-up comedy featuring talented acts including headliner Rosey Catherine.

Mini Mornings at the Museum: Colors!

10:15-11:15 a.m. — Historic Kenmore — Admission details not specified — A fun morning of story time and a color scavenger hunt for young learners and their caregivers.

Shakespeare on the Lawn

6:30 p.m. — Historic Kenmore — Adults: $20, Students: $10, Children under 6: Free — Experience a reimagined performance of Macbeth on the lush lawn of Historic Kenmore.