Good morning, Fredericksburg.

The Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank will host a drive-through produce distribution tomorrow — at Germanna Community College in Stafford to support furloughed federal employees, contractors and others affected by the shutdown.

The event runs from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the campus parking lot.

The City of Fredericksburg and Fredericksburg Main Street have launched a community survey that asks residents and business owners to share feedback on downtown street closures for events—feedback that will help shape future planning and enhancements.

The survey is open to all until October 24.

Community leaders, police, and advocates met at Market Square for the annual Save Jane event to support Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center and stress the need to stop child abuse.

Organizers read names of local victims to remind everyone of the lives affected by abuse.

Elizabeth Rehm has been unanimously appointed to fill the vacant Ward 3 seat on the Fredericksburg City Public Schools board—she had served from 2012 to 2021—and she will serve until the end of 2025 as the board prepares for the November election.

Parents in Fredericksburg expressed concerns over the use of new digital tools in schools that could compromise student privacy — they worry that technology intended to support learning might also risk online safety.

Fredericksburg City Public Schools unveiled its new branding Tuesday morning at the Walker-Grant Center after a three-year process that involved committees and public feedback.

The updated logo features a grid design—a mind map that connects the schools—and follows board approval of a new mission, vision and tagline.

A state commission heard a proposal to create a public website that will track utility disconnections—showing details like average downtime and bills due—to improve transparency.

Utility companies agreed that the dashboard will be maintained by the State Corporation Commission while lawmakers may review the plan in the next session.

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.