Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
Good morning, Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank is holding a distribution event this week.
Attendees need not bring any paperwork or ID (they may be asked quick questions about household, income, and residence) to help the bank serve everyone better.
FXBG Compost is a new local business that collects food scraps on a weekly or bi-weekly basis — the scraps are sent to Rappahannock Education Farm for composting.
The Fredericksburg Area Museum will open the Living Legacies exhibit on Friday to present African American history in the area.
Dr. Gaila Sims explained how the exhibit comes together.
Photos from the Memorial Day ceremony on May 26 at Fredericksburg National Cemetery show a solemn tribute to veterans—images captured by Ted Schubel document the event.
Photographs taken on Memorial Day at the Our Fallen Heroes Memorial downtown captured locals honoring fallen service members—images show moments of reflection and respect across the community.
VDOT and local agencies have scheduled extensive road work this week with lane closures, mobile pavement marking, and resurfacing on I-95 ramps, Route 1, Route 3, and other roads - projects will run overnight or during off-peak hours to ease congestion.
In Fredericksburg, work on Lafayette Boulevard and intersection improvements on Route 1 will affect drivers while detours and flaggers guide traffic in county areas.
County officials this week will hold public meetings to discuss school overcrowding plans, budget proposals, transportation improvements and public safety projects.
In Caroline, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, King George and Stafford, representatives will review these issues and gather community feedback — details on times and locations are available locally.
International Food Series: Indian Night at Guru
7-9 p.m. — Guru Indian Cuisine — Cost TBA — Experience top-rated Indian fare and connect with fellow food lovers in Fredericksburg.
Kid's Market
9 a.m. — Hurkamp Park — Free entry — Young entrepreneurs showcase homemade items in a community market.
Open House at 613 Day Lewis Court
5-7 p.m. — 613 Day Lewis Court — $689,998 — Explore a nearly new home featuring extensive upgrades in a peaceful community setting.
On-Site Tour at Fredericksburg Assisted Living
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Fredericksburg Assisted Living — Free entry — Explore community amenities and enjoy delicious meals crafted for seniors.
Mini Mornings at the Museum: Explore the Garden
10:15-11:15 a.m. — George Washington's Ferry Farm — Free entry — Explore the garden and enjoy story time and a themed craft for kids.
Shakespeare on the Lawn at Kenmore
6:30 p.m. — Historic Kenmore — $20 for adults, $10 for students, free for children under 6 — Enjoy a reimagined performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor amid a beautiful outdoor setting.
FXBG Spring Garage Sale
Join us for a one-of-a-kind shopping event featuring hundreds of individual yard sales all under one roof! This is your chance to browse through a huge selection of residential items, vintage pieces, and gently used household goods — without ever needing to drive from house to house.
Girlies in the Kitchen Cooking Class
12-2 p.m. — Whittingham — $65 per person — Get hands-on cooking experience with Chef Joy Crump while making delicious dishes and connecting with fellow food enthusiasts.
Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Dance away the evening with lively soul line dancing every 2nd and 4th Thursday.
Dave Nemetz Live Performance
5-11 p.m. — The Port Oysteria & Brewery — Cost varies — Enjoy a solo acoustic guitar performance featuring music from the ‘60s to today.
The Wavos Live Concert
8 PM - 2 AM — Colonial Tavern — $5 at the door — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Wavos in a lively tavern setting.
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