Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
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🏘️ Community
Von Young of the Fredericksburg SPCA announced the Animal Rescue Festival is happening today with a Walk for the Animals starting at 9:30 a.m. at Hurkamp Park.
The event will feature a free, family-friendly festival from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.—followed by an ARF-TER PAW-TY concert at the Fairgrounds from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
On October 31, three names were added to the Wall of Honor to recognize their service to the community — a tribute noting their contributions.
🎓 Education
Host Joey LoMonaco sits down with Dr. Anand Rao — a University of Mary Washington professor and director of the Center for AI and the Liberal Arts — to discuss AI and its impact while the conversation, recorded at Cafe Ole at Eileen's Bakery and Cafe, was salvaged using AI mastering. The podcast is available on major platforms.
🎉 Fredericksburg Events
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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.
FredNats Salute to Veterans 5K and Bravo Mile
All day — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Registration required — Celebrate and honor veterans with a fun run event supporting the local community.
The Big Show!
7-10 p.m. — REIGN the Venue — Free entry — Experience live performances from the hottest local artists in Fredericksburg's music scene.
Pictures with Santa 2025
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Fredericksburg Visitor Center — $5 per family/group — Capture magical moments with Santa and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa in this festive annual event.
Soul Line Dancing Evening with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free — Enjoy a lively evening of soul line dancing with Regina in Fredericksburg's vibrant atmosphere.
Pictures with Santa
10 AM – 3 PM — Fredericksburg Visitor Center — $5 per family/group — Capture magical moments with Santa and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa.
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