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Central Rappahannock Regional Library - See our Library Page.
HQ Branch: Mother Goose. Rhymes, songs, and activities for babies and toddlers under 2 with a caregiver. Mondays Jan. 5, 19, Feb. 2 and Wednesdays Jan. 7, 21, Feb. 4 and 18. 10:30-10:45.
Game Night. Board games for teens and adults on game night. Meets the third Thursday every month. Scrabble, checkers etc… Please call to sign up. 7-8pm.-
Porter: Books Before Bedtime. Put on your pajamas and bring the whole family for an evening of stories and fun! Drop-in. 7:00-7:30pm Thursdays.
Teen Council. You’re in charge here. Put your ideas into action. Volunteer and make Porter Branch a more awesome place for teens. Grades 7-12. Sign-up is ongoing. Monday, Jan. 19 6:30-8pm. -
Snow: Hawaiian Hula Hoopla! A Fabulous Friday featuring the hula, hula hoops, and a Hawaiian Tale. Grades K-6. Sign-up. Fri. Jan. 9 4:30-5:15pm.
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Salem Church: The Salem Church Branch will not have any programs between October 29 and February 1, 2009, as the staff prepares to open the renovated and expanded building. A mid-January 2009 opening is expected.
Sampling of local Parks and Rec activities:
Stafford
Parks and Recreation. (reggie.stafford.va.us,
540-658-4871)
Art Extravaganza.
Shake off the winter blues & join other kids for an exciting art extravaganza! Children will enjoy a variety of hands-on artistic activities. Be sure to wear old clothes! This will be great fun for all ages! Advanced registration only. Because this a 'come and go' activity, parents must remain in the building with their children. Make sure you wear old clothes and be prepared to get dirty! Sat. Jan 31, 9am-noon. Stafford Gym and Rec Center. $8.
Fredericksburg
Parks and Recreation (www.fredericksburgva.gov,
540-372-1086)
Happy Hearts Valentine Party. Celebrate Valentine's Day with your little one! We'll enjoy valentine's games, activities, treats and more! Parents must attend with child. Parents are free with paid child. 2-5yrs old. $8. Friday, Feb. 13, 10:30-11:30am. Reg. opens Jan. 6. Dorothy Hart Comm Ctr.
Spotsylvania Parks and Recreation (www.spotsylvania.va.us,
540-507-7529)
Youth SPRING SOCCER. Fee: $40 County Res Only.
Our Spring Soccer season is just around the corner! Boys and girls 4 – 18 years as of July 31, 2009 are eligible to register.
Registration Begins: January 5.
Registration Deadline: January 28
Weekly
Events and Activities
These
events meet 2 or more times per month.
Please call ahead to double-check times and locations, especially during this holiday season.
Sundays
Stafford 4-H Sewing Club. Want to learn how to sew? Here's your chance! Join the local 4-H sewing club, Sew What! All are welcome from beginners to advanced. 2nd and 4th Mondays at 6pm. Youth ages 10-18. No cost, but access to a sewing machine is preferred. Rowser Bldg. 1739 Jeff Davis Hwy, Stafford. Contact Devena McLaurine at 540-658-8000, ext. 1055, or email devenam@vt.edu.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30 - 8:00pm at Regester Chapel United Methodist, 85 Bells Hill Rd, Stafford. www.raccap.org.
Juvenile Diabetes Support Group 6:45-8 p.m. 2nd and 4th Mondays. Lana King - 741-2210 or 741-2217. 5008 South Point Pkwy, Massaponax
MOPS of Chancellor Baptist (Mothers of Preschoolers). 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. MOPS of Chancellor Baptist (Mother’s of Preschoolers) welcomes ALL moms pregnant up to kindergarten aged children. We will meet from 9:15 - 11:15 A.M. at Chancellor Baptist Church, 11324 Gordon Rd. Call Michele 972-1772 for info.
Postpartum Depression Group. Tuesdays, 11am-12pm. Group meets to discuss issues with recovering from PPD. Mothers and Children welcome. For more information contact ppd_fred@hotmail.com or Michelle Clemovich 703-300-1436.
Moms and Babies. For Mothers with babies, big brother or sister welcome too (may want to bring snacks & toys for older child). Meet other Moms, share experiences, check baby's weight, and ask questions to RN. No registration, no fee. New location at Christ Lutheran Church, 1300 Augustine Avenue. From 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
DARE to Be You. Series of free interactive workshops in which families of children ages 2-5 learn communication, relationship, and problem-solving skills. The workshops, led by experienced parent educators, are interactive and include games and other activities. A family meal is provided at every session to enhance quality family time, and there are incentives for attending and completing the 12-week program. Meetings will be held at the Fredericksburg Regional Head Start from 6:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesdays beginning January 20, 2009 and ending April 7, 2009. The program is located at 200 Gunnery Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. The group is open to all Fredericksburg families and the deadline to register is January 15, 2009.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Orange County at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 119 Caroline St. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Every Tuesday. En español. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm Spanish Speaking at Bragg Hill Family Life Center, 400 Bragg Drive, F'burg. www.raccap.org.
Positive Parenting Class located at Fredericksburg Baptist Church, 1019 Princess Anne Street 6:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
DARE to Be You. Series of free interactive workshops in which families of children ages 2-5 learn communication, relationship, and problem-solving skills. The workshops, led by experienced parent educators, are interactive and include games and other activities. A family meal is provided at every session to enhance quality family time, and there are incentives for attending and completing the 12-week program. In Stafford County, meetings will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning January 14, 2009 through April 1, 2009. The group will meet at Ebenezer United Methodist Church located at 161 Embrey Mill Road, Stafford, VA 22554. All Stafford County families are invited to attend. This will be the first mid-day group and lunch is provided. The deadline to register is January 8, 2009.
MOPS of Lake of the Woods (Mothers of Preschoolers) 9:30-11:15am at Lake of the Woods Church, Locust Grove. Meeting: 1st/3rd Weds; Bible study: 2nd/4th Weds. For more info, please call Peggy at 972-4092 or Heather at 972-4008.
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Family Night at The Playroom. $19 Includes admission for 2 kids, 1-topping pizza, 2-liter soda, & 2 ice cream cups. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Nurturing Parenting Class located at Hillcrest United Methodist Church, 2208 Lafayette Blvd. 5:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Caroline County at Wright’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 8063 Ladysmith Rd. www.raccap.org
Bridge to Books Volunteer Reading Program - read alouds, literacy activities for children. Volunteer readers, book bag sewers and donated books and craft supplies greatly needed. Stephanie at 207-8108.Thurman Brisben Center 7-7:45pm
GXP Youth Ministries presents "WEDNESDAY NIGHT HYPE!", a weekly gathering for middle school and high school children. Today's topics are discussed from a Biblical aspect. Food, video games, indoor volleyball and basketball, a "LIVE DJ", and much more are available to present a "positive" and safe atmosphere for area youth, causing them to grow spiritually, mentally, and emotionally! The cost is FREE! 7-9pm. Faith Christian Center World Outreach. 10606 Benchmark Road, F'burg (in C.M.Rock Family Ministry Center).
Mocha Moms, a support group for mothers of color (but all are welcome), meets 2nd and 4th Saturdays plus 3rd Thurs. morning of month for Roundtable Support Discussions at the Headquarters branch of the Rappahannock Regional Library.fredericksburgmochamoms.tripod.com.
Story time at The Playroom. 11:30. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm at Salem Baptist Church 4044 Plank Road, F'burg. www.raccap.org
Mount Ararat MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers.) 1st and 3rd Fridays. 9:30-11:45am. Mount Ararat Baptist, 65 Toluca Rd, Stafford. Jennifer Connelly 720-6733.
Salem Baptist MOPS Meeting - 2nd and 4th Fridays. 9:30-11:30am Salem Baptist Church, 4044 Plank Rd, F'burg. Welcome mothers of newborns, infants, and preschoolers. 786-7320. www.salembc.com/mops.htm
Kids BINGO at The Playroom. 11:30. Prizes awarded! Free with admission. 540-318-7124. www.PlayroomFun.com
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Children's Lunch 'n Show Theater. 1pm at Riverside Center. $16. Call 370-4300 or www.riversidedt.com. "A Little Princess" through Jan 10. then "HONK!" through Feb. 28
Mocha Moms, a support group for mothers of color (but all are welcome), meets on 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month for Kids Fun Day and/or field trips; Moms Night Out once a month; plus 3rd Thurs. morning of month for Roundtable Support Discussions at the Headquarters branch of the Rappahannock Regional Library. fredericksburgmochamoms.tripod.com.
Regency Family Fun Nights. Regency Park Sports now offers Family Fun Nights Saturdays 6:30-9:30pm . Fun activities and contests for the entire family. Volleyball, basketball, swimming, skills competitions, Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution tournaments and door prizes. www.regencyparksports.com. 540-786-8688
Happy New Year!
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Children's Lunch 'n Show Theater. 1pm at Riverside Center. $16. Call 370-4300 or www.riversidedt.com. "A Little Princess"
Regency Family Fun Nights. Regency Park Sports now offers Family Fun Nights Saturdays 6:30-9:30pm . Fun activities and contests for the entire family. Volleyball, basketball, swimming, skills competitions, Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution tournaments and door prizes. www.regencyparksports.com. 540-786-8688
MOMS Club of Chancellor meets on the first Monday of every month at Tabernacle United Methodist Church on Old Plank Road from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The MOMS Club of Chancellor, covering the western half of Spotsylvania County, is a local chapter of an international non-profit organization that supports stay-at-home mothers. The chapter offers playgroups for children and special programs for mothers, including book club, sewing club, coffee talk, and lecture series. The members also perform service projects several times a year that benefit children and their families. Most events are held during weekdays, when S.A.H.M. need us most, and mothers are always encouraged to bring their children. For more information, contact Mariah Beachboard at (540)446-5504 or e-mail at chancellorvamomsclub@gmail.com.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30 - 8:00pm at Regester Chapel United Methodist, 85 Bells Hill Rd, Stafford, or King George Church of God, 8095 Kings Highway. www.raccap.org
La Leche League Orange - 1st Tuesdays. 10:30 am. Wilderness Branch Library off of Rt. 20. Contacts Sarah 540-854-0471 or Jen 540-972-8551.
MOPS of Chancellor Baptist (Mothers of Preschoolers). 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. MOPS of Chancellor Baptist (Mother’s of Preschoolers) welcomes ALL moms pregnant up to kindergarten aged children. We will meet from 9:15 - 11:15 A.M. at Chancellor Baptist Church, 11324 Gordon Rd. Call Michele 972-1772 for info.
Moms and Babies. For Mothers with babies, big brother or sister welcome too (may want to bring snacks & toys for older child). Meet other Moms, share experiences, check baby's weight, and ask questions to RN. No registration, no fee. New location at Christ Lutheran Church, 1300 Augustine Avenue. From 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Meets on Tuesdays.
Postpartum Depression Group. Tuesdays, 11am-12pm. Group meets to discuss issues with recovering from PPD. Mothers and Children welcome. For more information contact ppd_fred@hotmail.com or Michelle Clemovich 703-300-1436.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Orange County at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 119 Caroline St. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Every Tuesday. En español. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm Spanish Speaking at Bragg Hill Family Life Center, 400 Bragg Drive, F'burg. www.raccap.org.
Positive Parenting Class located at Fredericksburg Baptist Church, 1019 Princess Anne Street 6:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
MOPS of Lake of the Woods (Mothers of Preschoolers) 9:30-11:15am at Lake of the Woods Church, Locust Grove. Meeting: 1st/3rd Weds; Bible study: 2nd/4th Weds. For more info, please call Peggy at 972-4092 or Heather at 972-4008.
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Family Night at The Playroom. $19 Includes admission for 2 kids, 1-topping pizza, 2-liter soda, & 2 ice cream cups. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Nurturing Parenting Class located at Hillcrest United Methodist Church, 2208 Lafayette Blvd. 5:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Caroline County at Wright’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 8063 Ladysmith Rd. (starts 9/3). www.raccap.org
Bridge to Books Volunteer Reading Program - read alouds, literacy activities for children. Volunteer readers, book bag sewers and donated books and craft supplies greatly needed. Stephanie at 207-8108.Thurman Brisben Center 7-7:45pm
GXP Youth Ministries presents "WEDNESDAY NIGHT HYPE!", a weekly gathering for middle school and high school children. Today's topics are discussed from a Biblical aspect. Food, video games, indoor volleyball and basketball, a "LIVE DJ", and much more are available to present a "positive" and safe atmosphere for area youth, causing them to grow spiritually, mentally, and emotionally! The cost is FREE! 7-9pm. Faith Christian Center World Outreach. 10606 Benchmark Road, F'burg (in C.M.Rock Family Ministry Center).
F'burg Area Mothers of Multiples Club. Meets 1st Wed. of each month. Mary Washington Hospital. 7pm. Stacey Broughton. 804-448-9738, Broughtons4@comcast.net
Story time at The Playroom. 11:30. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
The Autism Support Group of Fredericksburg. 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at the disAbility Resource Center at 409 Progress Street, F'burg. Meets 2nd Thursday of each month. For more information please call Nancy Masannat (540)371-2594 or Brenda Wickard (540)373-2559 or Jill Austin (571)236-1113. Regular evening meeting 2nd Fri of the month. Please visit www.autismsgfred.info for more information.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm at Salem Baptist Church 4044 Plank Road, F'burg. www.raccap.org
Salem Baptist MOPS Meeting - 2nd and 4th Fridays. 9:30-11:30am Salem Baptist Church, 4044 Plank Rd, F'burg. Welcome mothers of newborns, infants, and preschoolers. 786-7320. www.salembc.com/mops.htm
Kids BINGO at The Playroom. 11:30. Prizes awarded! Free with admission. 540-318-7124. www.PlayroomFun.com
The Autism Support Group of Fredericksburg. Second Friday evening of each month. Please note the new location for evening meetings. We can now offer child care for parents attending ASGF meetings. You will find us at Fairview at River Club, 10835 Tidewater Trail, on Route 2 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Please RSVP one week prior to meeting if you need child care. For more information please contact Nancy Masannat (540) 840-6034 or visit www.autismsgfred.info
Mocha Moms, a support group for mothers of color (but all are welcome), meets on 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month for Kids Fun Day and/or field trips; Moms Night Out once a month; plus 3rd Thurs. morning of month for Roundtable Support Discussions at the Headquarters branch of the Rappahannock Regional Library. fredericksburgmochamoms.tripod.com.
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Children's Lunch 'n Show Theater. 1pm at Riverside Center. $16. Call 370-4300 or www.riversidedt.com. "A Little Princess"
Regency Family Fun Nights. Regency Park Sports now offers Family Fun Nights Saturdays 6:30-9:30pm . Fun activities and contests for the entire family. Volleyball, basketball, swimming, skills competitions, Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution tournaments and door prizes. www.regencyparksports.com. 540-786-8688
Stafford 4-H Sewing Club. Want to learn how to sew? Here's your chance! Join the local 4-H sewing club, Sew What! All are welcome from beginners to advanced. 2nd and 4th Mondays at 6pm. Youth ages 10-18. No cost, but access to a sewing machine is preferred. Rowser Bldg. 1739 Jeff Davis Hwy, Stafford. Contact Devena McLaurine at 540-658-8000, ext. 1055, or email devenam@vt.edu.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30 - 8:00pm at Regester Chapel United Methodist, 85 Bells Hill Rd, Stafford, or King George Church of God, 8095 Kings Highway. www.raccap.org
Juvenile Diabetes Support Group 6:45-8 p.m. 2nd and 4th Mondays. Lana King - 741-2210 or 741-2217. 5008 South Point Pkwy, Massaponax
MOMS Club of Spotsylvania-Central holds a membership meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at C. Melvin Snow Memorial Branch Library from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Email spotsymomsclub@gmail.com. Visit online atwww.spotsymomsclub.org. Contact Andi Gabor at 540-548-3439. The MOMS Club of Spotsylvania-Central is a local chapter of an international non-profit organization that supports stay-at-home mothers. The chapter offers playgroups for children and special programs for mothers, including book clubs and meet me at a local hot spot playdates. The members also perform service projects several times a year, including Project Linus which is kicking off this fall. Most events are held during weekdays, and mothers are always encouraged to bring their children.
Moms and Babies. For Mothers with babies, big brother or sister welcome too (may want to bring snacks & toys for older child). Meet other Moms, share experiences, check baby's weight, and ask questions to RN. No registration, no fee. New location at Christ Lutheran Church, 1300 Augustine Avenue. From 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Meets on Tuesdays.
Postpartum Depression Group. Tuesdays, 11am-12pm. Group meets to discuss issues with recovering from PPD. Mothers and Children welcome. For more information contact ppd_fred@hotmail.com or Michelle Clemovich 703-300-1436.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Orange County at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 119 Caroline St. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Every Tuesday. En español. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm Spanish Speaking at Bragg Hill Family Life Center, 400 Bragg Drive, F'burg. www.raccap.org.
Positive Parenting Class located at Fredericksburg Baptist Church, 1019 Princess Anne Street 6:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
La Leche League, King George meets the second Wednesday of the month at 10:00am. They have other social gatherings during the month and also get together at the Coffee Shop in Colonial Beach one Thursday evening a month. For more info call Stephanie Hein at 804 224-2625 or Gina Rivers at 540-775-0194.
MOMS
Club of Stafford, East. Meets as a group every second
Wednesday at varying locations. For safety's sake, there
is no public listing of meetings. If you are interested,
email eaststaffordmoms@yahoo.com or go to www.geocities.com/EastStaffordMoms/home.html. Leigh Erin Jett is the president.
MOPS of Lake of the Woods (Mothers of Preschoolers) 9:30-11:15am at Lake of the Woods Church, Locust Grove. Meeting: 1st/3rd Weds; Bible study: 2nd/4th Weds. For more info, please call Peggy at 972-4092 or Heather at 972-4008.
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Family Night at The Playroom. $19 Includes admission for 2 kids, 1-topping pizza, 2-liter soda, & 2 ice cream cups. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Nurturing Parenting Class located at Hillcrest United Methodist Church, 2208 Lafayette Blvd. 5:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Caroline County at Wright’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 8063 Ladysmith Rd. (starts 9/3). www.raccap.org
Bridge to Books Volunteer Reading Program - read alouds, literacy activities for children. Volunteer readers, book bag sewers and donated books and craft supplies greatly needed. Stephanie at 207-8108.Thurman Brisben Center 7-7:45pm
GXP Youth Ministries presents "WEDNESDAY NIGHT HYPE!", a weekly gathering for middle school and high school children. Today's topics are discussed from a Biblical aspect. Food, video games, indoor volleyball and basketball, a "LIVE DJ", and much more are available to present a "positive" and safe atmosphere for area youth, causing them to grow spiritually, mentally, and emotionally! The cost is FREE! 7-9pm. Faith Christian Center World Outreach. 10606 Benchmark Road, F'burg (in C.M.Rock Family Ministry Center).
La Leche League (Fredericksburg) offers free breastfeeding support and information through experienced Leaders and mother-to-mother support. All pregnant and nursing mothers and children welcome. 3rd Thursdays. Both meetings at Grace Lutheran Church in Massaponax by Cracker Barrel, 4820 Southpointe Parkway. AM Meeting 10am -Brandy 540-785-5849 . PM Meeting 7pm - Danielle 540-582-6795.
Story time at The Playroom. 11:30. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Mocha Moms, a support group for mothers of color (but all are welcome), meets on 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month for Kids Fun Day and/or field trips; Moms Night Out once a month; plus 3rd Thurs. morning of month for Roundtable Support Discussions at the Headquarters branch of the Rappahannock Regional Library. fredericksburgmochamoms.tripod.com.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm at Salem Baptist Church 4044 Plank Road, F'burg. www.raccap.org
Mount Ararat MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers.) 1st and 3rd Fridays. (Schedule is different for January.) 9:30-11:45am. Mount Ararat Baptist, 65 Toluca Rd, Stafford. Jennifer Connelly 720-6733.
Kids BINGO at The Playroom. 11:30. Prizes awarded! Free with admission. 540-318-7124. www.PlayroomFun.com
Children's Lunch 'n Show Theater. 1pm at Riverside Center. $16. Call 370-4300 or www.riversidedt.com. New show opens today: "HONK!" Based on the story of "The Ugly Duckling." Through Feb. 28
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Regency Family Fun Nights. Regency Park Sports now offers Family Fun Nights Saturdays 6:30-9:30pm . Fun activities and contests for the entire family. Volleyball, basketball, swimming, skills competitions, Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution tournaments and door prizes. www.regencyparksports.com. 540-786-8688
Hugh Mercer's Birthday celebration. Learn from Dr. Mercer's assistants what combination of herbs, extracts and barks were used to cure what ails you. Take a walk in the herb garden. Leeches, lancets, snakeroot and crab claws made up just some of the remedies. His patients included Mary Washington. Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop. FREE. 12-4pm. 540-373-3362/1569. hmas@apva.org. 1020 Caroline St., F'burg.
Children's Inaugural Ball. 12-5pm. Historical Society of Washington. 801 K St. NW, Wash. D.C. Free. Casual attire. This is a family event featuring music, exhibits and more. Visit http://www.everychildmatters.org for more info.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30 - 8:00pm at Regester Chapel United Methodist, 85 Bells Hill Rd, Stafford (starts 9/8). www.raccap.org.
MOPS of Chancellor Baptist (Mothers of Preschoolers). 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. MOPS of Chancellor Baptist (Mother’s of Preschoolers) welcomes ALL moms pregnant up to kindergarten aged children. We will meet from 9:15 - 11:15 A.M. at Chancellor Baptist Church, 11324 Gordon Rd. Call Michele 972-1772 for info.
Moms and Babies. For Mothers with babies, big brother or sister welcome too (may want to bring snacks & toys for older child). Meet other Moms, share experiences, check baby's weight, and ask questions to RN. No registration, no fee. New location at Christ Lutheran Church, 1300 Augustine Avenue. From 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Meets on Tuesdays.
Postpartum Depression Group. Tuesdays, 11am-12pm. Group meets to discuss issues with recovering from PPD. Mothers and Children welcome. For more information contact ppd_fred@hotmail.com or Michelle Clemovich 703-300-1436.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Orange County at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 119 Caroline St. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Every Tuesday. En español. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm Spanish Speaking at Bragg Hill Family Life Center, 400 Bragg Drive, F'burg. www.raccap.org.
Positive Parenting Class located at Fredericksburg Baptist Church, 1019 Princess Anne Street 6:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
MOPS of Lake of the Woods (Mothers of Preschoolers) 9:30-11:15am at Lake of the Woods Church, Locust Grove. Meeting: 1st/3rd Weds; Bible study: 2nd/4th Weds. For more info, please call Peggy at 972-4092 or Heather at 972-4008.
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Family Night at The Playroom. $19 Includes admission for 2 kids, 1-topping pizza, 2-liter soda, & 2 ice cream cups. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Nurturing Parenting Class located at Hillcrest United Methodist Church, 2208 Lafayette Blvd. 5:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Caroline County at Wright’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 8063 Ladysmith Rd. (starts 9/3). www.raccap.org
Bridge to Books Volunteer Reading Program - read alouds, literacy activities for children. Volunteer readers, book bag sewers and donated books and craft supplies greatly needed. Stephanie at 207-8108.Thurman Brisben Center 7-7:45pm
GXP Youth Ministries presents "WEDNESDAY NIGHT HYPE!", a weekly gathering for middle school and high school children. Today's topics are discussed from a Biblical aspect. Food, video games, indoor volleyball and basketball, a "LIVE DJ", and much more are available to present a "positive" and safe atmosphere for area youth, causing them to grow spiritually, mentally, and emotionally! The cost is FREE! 7-9pm. Faith Christian Center World Outreach. 10606 Benchmark Road, F'burg (in C.M.Rock Family Ministry Center).
Story time at The Playroom. 11:30. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm at Salem Baptist Church 4044 Plank Road, F'burg. www.raccap.org
Kids BINGO at The Playroom. 11:30. Prizes awarded! Free with admission. 540-318-7124. www.PlayroomFun.com
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Children's Lunch 'n Show Theater. 1pm at Riverside Center. $16. Call 370-4300 or www.riversidedt.com. "HONK!" Based on the story of "The Ugly Duckling." Through Feb. 28
Regency Family Fun Nights. Regency Park Sports now offers Family Fun Nights Saturdays 6:30-9:30pm . Fun activities and contests for the entire family. Volleyball, basketball, swimming, skills competitions, Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution tournaments and door prizes. www.regencyparksports.com. 540-786-8688
Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont will offer free guided nature tours every last Sunday of the month. Tours will start at the Visitor Center promptly at 10 am. Members of the Central Rappahannock Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist program will lead tours of the woods and fields at Belmont. The walk will cover about one mile of trails and will touch on the historic ruins that illustrate Belmont's past. Volunteer guides will also discuss the progress of the woods from pasture land to impenetrable wilderness to the maturing woodlands seen today. Belmont's trails cover steep and rough terrain and may be muddy at times, so sturdy footwear is recommended. Tours will take place in rain, snow or shine. No reservations are necessary. For more information contact Ms. Jensen at 654-1839.
Stafford 4-H Sewing Club. Want to learn how to sew? Here's your chance! Join the local 4-H sewing club, Sew What! All are welcome from beginners to advanced. 2nd and 4th Mondays at 6pm. Youth ages 10-18. No cost, but access to a sewing machine is preferred. Rowser Bldg. 1739 Jeff Davis Hwy, Stafford. Contact Devena McLaurine at 540-658-8000, ext. 1055, or email devenam@vt.edu.
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30 - 8:00pm at Regester Chapel United Methodist, 85 Bells Hill Rd, Stafford, or King George Church of God, 8095 Kings Highway. www.raccap.org
Juvenile Diabetes Support Group 6:45-8 p.m. 2nd and 4th Mondays. Lana King - 741-2210 or 741-2217. 5008 South Point Pkwy, Massaponax
TOOL College Panel: Get the Facts! Dual Enrollment and Beyond… TOOL Homeschool Group. Learn more about why you should consider homeschooling through high school, especially if college is in the future! This is your chance to GET THE FACTS! You can ask college representatives yourself! All homeschooling families are invited to this free event. Bring the husband! And teens! 7-9pm. Salem Fields Community Church. Don’t believe the common stereotypes and misinformation - come get the facts! Bring your older students to chat with college reps. one on one! Questions? E-mail toolhomeschool@yahoo.com
MOPS of Lake of the Woods (Mothers of Preschoolers) 9:30-11:15am at Lake of the Woods Church, Locust Grove. Meeting: 1st/3rd Weds; Bible study: 2nd/4th Weds. For more info, please call Peggy at 972-4092 or Heather at 972-4008.
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Family Night at The Playroom. $19 Includes admission for 2 kids, 1-topping pizza, 2-liter soda, & 2 ice cream cups. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Nurturing Parenting Class located at Hillcrest United Methodist Church, 2208 Lafayette Blvd. 5:30-8pm. Please call to register for classes. (540) 785-6217. www.raccap.org
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm in Caroline County at Wright’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 8063 Ladysmith Rd. (starts 9/3). www.raccap.org
Bridge to Books Volunteer Reading Program - read alouds, literacy activities for children. Volunteer readers, book bag sewers and donated books and craft supplies greatly needed. Stephanie at 207-8108.Thurman Brisben Center 7-7:45pm
GXP Youth Ministries presents "WEDNESDAY NIGHT HYPE!", a weekly gathering for middle school and high school children. Today's topics are discussed from a Biblical aspect. Food, video games, indoor volleyball and basketball, a "LIVE DJ", and much more are available to present a "positive" and safe atmosphere for area youth, causing them to grow spiritually, mentally, and emotionally! The cost is FREE! 7-9pm. Faith Christian Center World Outreach. 10606 Benchmark Road, F'burg (in C.M.Rock Family Ministry Center).
Childbirth Forum. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall at 1115 Caroline Street (between Bodyworks and the library) F'burg. Every 4th Wednesday of the month 7-8:30pm. Contact Christy at cescher@mac.com. 373-0011.
Story time at The Playroom. 11:30. www.PlayroomFun.com. 540-318-7124
Circle of Parents Pizza and Parenting Programs. Free Pizza and kid's activities, sponsored by RACCAP 785-6217. 6:30-8:00pm at Salem Baptist Church 4044 Plank Road, F'burg. www.raccap.org
Mount Ararat MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers.) 1st and 3rd Fridays. (Schedule is different for January.) 9:30-11:45am. Mount Ararat Baptist, 65 Toluca Rd, Stafford. Jennifer Connelly 720-6733.
Kids BINGO at The Playroom. 11:30. Prizes awarded! Free with admission. 540-318-7124. www.PlayroomFun.com
Storytime at Borders, 10am. All ages welcome. 785-6171. Borders, Central Park location.
Children's Lunch 'n Show Theater. 1pm at Riverside Center. $16. Call 370-4300 or www.riversidedt.com. "HONK!" Based on the story of "The Ugly Duckling." Through Feb. 28
Regency Family Fun Nights. Regency Park Sports now offers Family Fun Nights Saturdays 6:30-9:30pm . Fun activities and contests for the entire family. Volleyball, basketball, swimming, skills competitions, Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution tournaments and door prizes. www.regencyparksports.com. 540-786-8688
Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center. www.famcc.org. The Museum Shop will move across the street into the new Catherine W. Jones McKann Center, and the space the shop presently occupies will be renovated for a new phase of adaptive re-use. Other Town Hall improvements will be made during this period as well. A new temporary exhibition, Fredericksburg Then and Now, will debut when the Town Hall reopens on October 25. The exhibition will highlight the City’s changes and continuities through photographs and other images from the turn of the twentieth century and today. The Museum’s outdoor venue, Market Square, will stay active during the Town Hall’s temporary closure. The Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center’s mission is to collect, interpret and present the history of the Fredericksburg region. (540)371-3037
Historic Kenmore, located at 1201 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, Virginia, was built in 1775 by George Washington’s sister Betty and her husband, Fielding Lewis. General Admission: $8 for adults; $4 for children ages 6 to 17 and anyone with a student ID; free for children under 6. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through December 30. For more information and directions, please call (540) 373-3381 or visit our website at www.kenmore.org
GARI MELCHERS HOME AND STUDIO TO OFFER
REDUCED ADMISSION RATES FOR JANUARY AND FEBRUARY. Due to the temporary closing of the main house for repairs, Gari Melchers
Home and Studio at Belmont will offer reduced admission fees for January and February of
2009. The new, temporary rates will be $5 for adults and free for students 18 and under.
Additionally, the museum will offer free admission on Wednesdays during these months. The
Visitor Center, Museum Shop, Studio, gardens and grounds will remain open to the public daily
from 10 to 5 p.m.
Gari Melchers Home and Studio is a 27-acre estate and former residence of the artist Gari
Melchers and his wife Corinne. The property, which is operated by the University of Mary
Washington, is both a Virginia Historic Landmark and a National Historic Landmark. Located at
224 Washington St. in Falmouth, Va., a quarter mile west of the intersection of U.S. 1 and U.S.
17, it is open daily with an admission charge. The museum also serves as the official Stafford
County Visitor Center.
For directions and other information, call (540) 654-1844 or visit the museum Web site at
www.GariMelchers.org.
George Washington’s Ferry Farm, located along the Rappahannock River in southern Stafford County, Virginia, is where George Washington grew to manhood. Programs for all ages are based on historical, archaeological, agricultural, and ecological assets at Ferry Farm. 268 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, VA. General Admission is $5 for adults; $3 for children ages 6 to 17 and anyone with a student ID; free for children under 6. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through December 30. For more information and directions, please call (540) 370-0732 or visit our website at www.ferryfarm.org
Regency
Park Sports. www.regencyparksports.com.
540-786-8688.
SWIM
SCHOOL
All levels of swim lessons are now available at
Regency’s two heated indoor pools. Classes
for all ages beginning with parent/tot , pre-school,
elementary , middle, high school and adult stroke.
Classes available daily 8am-9pm -summer is year
round at Regency.
REGENCY FAMILY FUN NIGHTS
Regency Park Sports now offers Family Fun Nights
Saturdays 6:30-9:30pm . Fun activities and contests
for the entire family. Volleyball, basketball, swimming,
skills competitions, Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution
tournaments and door prizes
Fredericksburg
Field House www.fredfieldhouse.com. The schedules have been posted for the following sports:
1. Youth Recreational Soccer
2. Youth Competitive Soccer
3. Youth Field Hockey
4. Youth lacrosse
5. HS Soccer
6. HS Lacrosse
7. HS Field Hockey
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