Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
Good morning, Fredericksburg.
🎭 Culture
Historic Fredericksburg Foundation hosted the Victory & Valor open house Saturday at the Dorothy Hart Community Center—displaying a blood drive, period music from the Enduring Freedom Honor Team, and honoring Navy veteran Richard Toye.
Rapp Arts held its annual PorchFest on Bunker Hill and Charles Streets on August 16—residents enjoyed music and casual conversation at the event.
🏈 Sports
Eric Bach, the 27-year-old play-by-play announcer for the FredNats, described his journey as a gay man in baseball today at Virginia Credit Union Stadium—he clips his broadcasts daily to showcase his skill and manage scoring disputes on the field.
He hopes that his hard work in the booth will eventually take him to the big leagues.
🎉 Fredericksburg Events
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8th Annual Cooking Autism Car Show
9 AM – 3 PM — Stafford Regional Airport — Free entry — Celebrate stunning cars while supporting a great cause with food, music, and family-friendly activities.
MCA Grand National Show: Gathering of the Herd 2025
8 AM – 5 PM — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Free entry — Witness an exciting celebration of Ford Mustang cars with enthusiasts and families alike.
Concert by Canoe
6-10 p.m. — Motts Run Reservoir — Bring your own boat or rent one — Enjoy floating music at a scenic lake concert while dining on a picnic.
Virginia Cider Festival
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Free venue parking — Sip and savor a wide variety of ciders from local and national producers while enjoying live music and food trucks.
Bikes & Breakfast Meetup in Fredericksburg
10 AM — Motoworks — Free entry — Gather for coffee, pastries, and motorcycle discussions before heading out for lunch and rides.
Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Experience the rhythm and fun of soul line dancing every second and fourth Thursday night.
Go for Bo! 2025
6-8:30 p.m. — Stafford Regional Airport — Registration fee required — Experience a beautiful sunset run on a fast, flat course in the community.
Cannonball Century Cycling Event
7 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Massaponax High School — $69 registration until July 15th — Experience a challenging 100-mile biking adventure through scenic routes.
🏠 Fredericksburg Real Estate
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