Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
Good morning, Fredericksburg.
The Food Bank announced weekly distributions — with options for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up assistance — to help local residents in need starting this week.
Community members, social workers, and student volunteers filled Treasure House at Massaponax High School with supplies donated during the Rock Out, Knock Out Homelessness drive this past weekend — a truck delivered the collections by Saturday night.
Donations can still be dropped off with school social workers as the need continues.
Downtown Fredericksburg welcomed large crowds Saturday at Riverfront Park as the Rappahannock Independent Book Festival showcased books and authors — drawing local readers and writers together.
Stafford County supervisors will weigh plans this week to ease traffic and build new schools for a rapidly growing community.
The proposals aim to reduce congestion and expand classroom space — details will be finalized in upcoming meetings.
Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of lively soul line dancing in a vibrant community setting.
Harmonic Flow Music & Arts Festival
1-4 p.m. — Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg — Free entry — Celebrate the arts while meeting rescue dogs looking for their forever homes.
FXBG Girlfriend Getaway Weekend Kickoff
4-6 p.m. — Fredericksburg Visitor Center — Free entry — Start your weekend with a glamorous check-in party featuring exclusive deals, local businesses, and festive refreshments.
VCW Pro Wrestling Spectacle
7:30-10 p.m. — Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg — Tickets required — Experience an action-packed night of pro wrestling with drinks and rowdy friends.
Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Experience the rhythm of soul line dancing in a lively atmosphere every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.
2nd Annual FXBG VegFest
12-5 p.m. — Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a plant-powered celebration with delicious vegan eats, inspiring talks, and delightful vendors.
Woofle Breakfast
10 a.m. — Dog Krazy, Inc. — Cost varies — Savor delicious woofles and sausages to kickstart your Sunday morning.
Keller Williams Performance
7-11 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — 21+ wristband required for alcohol purchase — Enjoy live music and food from a food truck while supporting the SPCA of Fredericksburg.
Possum Yoga Class
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Possum-bilities — $28 — Enjoy a beginner-friendly yoga class followed by puppy cuddles.
November 2025 ACES Luncheon featuring Amazon
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Open to the public — Engage with industry experts and learn how Amazon data centers are benefitting local communities.
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