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Military Free Admission to Renaissance Fair

May 25, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities No Comments →

renaissance fair

Memorial Day Weekend will be highlighed by Black Powder and Pike Drills at the Virginia Renaissance Fair with free admissions to Active Duty, Reservist and Retired military personnel.  Tickets for the rest of your brood will run $8, children 5 and under are free. The Fair runs from 10 am - 5 pm every Saturday and Sunday until June 13 at the Lake Anna Winery in Spotsylvania.

 A few notes:  You may carry costume weapons with you.

However, all weapons must be peace-tied, preferrably with zip ties.

Peace-ties will be applied at the gate for folks whose weapon’s safety measurements do not meet our requirements. 

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Celebrate Mothers Day on Saturday night!

May 04, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: holiday events, weekend activities No Comments →

jazz on mothers day

 

Time to start thinking about how to make Mother’s Day a special day for the “Mom” in your life.  All over Virginia there are special festivals, meals and events that are focused on celebrating Mom.  How about starting it out on Saturday night?! One event, close by is Mother’s Day Jazz, a food and jazz event at the Lake Anna Winery.  You can indulge Mom with a savory buffet of gourmet cuisine. $30 Fee includes live 14 piece Jazz orchestra, souvenir glass, tours, tasting and a rose for Mom. Reservations for food are required.
Saturday, May 08, 2010 (6:00 PM-10:00 PM)

Phone: (540) 895-5085

 

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Canon Ridge Tasting of the Finer Things

April 27, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities No Comments →

cigar and scotch

Golfers and non-golfers alike are invited to a relaxing evening at the Cannon Ridge Golf Clubhouse for “Cannasseur” Night.  Enjoy fine cigars, single barrel bourbons, single malt scotches and craft beers.  Appetizers will be prepared by Chef Scotty.  There is no admission fee; simply pay for what you sample.  Attire is casual, so come in after a round of golf, or after a day’s work.  Open to the public.  Full menu and bar will be available.  Please RSVP by calling (540) 735-8000.

May 8,  6pm-9pm
Cannon Ridge Golf Clubhouse
9000 Celebrate VA Pkwy., Fredericksburg (Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )

Shop Red in Fred

April 24, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities No Comments →

shop red

OPEN HAND OF FREDERICKSBURG

presents

Shop Red at the Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, 2400 Airport Avenue Fredericksburg VA 

Shop Red is an opportunity for local and regional vendors of high end specialty gifts and gourmet foods to make their unique wares available to the public. Our objective is to bring distinct businesses together under one roof in support of local under-resourced youth.

Thursday, April 29, 2010 (6:00 PM-10:00 PM)
Friday, April 30, 2010 (10:00 AM-8:00 PM)
Saturday, May 01, 2010 (10:00 AM-8:00 PM)

Admission Fee: $5.00

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Murder Mystery at the Marine Corps Museum

April 22, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities No Comments →

marine corp museum

There has been a murder!!!  The National Museum of the Marine Corps is hosting a Murdery Mystery Social with the theme “The Mafia Murders.”  Come dressed up in 1920s attire.  Guests interact with characters and play the roles of detectives.  Take a Museum tours  from 4-5pm, and enjoy a cocktail hour from 5-6pm, and The Mafia Murders from 6-8pm.  Food and soda are included with ticket purchasewith a cash bar available.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.  Contact Sara O’Bryan to RSVP at 703-649-2365, or volunteer@marineheritage.org for details. 

Time: 4pm-8pm; show starts at 6pm
Admission: $15 (Corporals and below; students), $20 regular admission
(877) 635-1775
National Museum of the Marine Corps
18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Triangle / Quantico (Exit 148 - Quantico Area )

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Sunset Paddle April 9th!

April 08, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities No Comments →

lake paddle at night

Take this unique opportunity to observe herons, ducks, and water birds as they return to their roosting spots for the night.  As dusk approaches, listen to the creatures of Curtis Lake prepare to settle in for the evening or set out on their nightly forays.  Participants will first be equipped with a personal flotation vest, and then will learn the basic canoe strokes and safety techniques.  Register for a canoe for two, or kayak for one.  If you do not have a partner, you may be paired with another participant.  Please bring bug spray and be sure to wear clothes that may become wet.  Do not bring any item that you don’t want to get wet.  Participants ages 8-15 must be acommpanied by an adult.  RSVP in advance. 
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person
(540) 658-5114
Curtis Park
58 Jesse Curtis Lane, Hartwood (Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )

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Cruise in to Brusters!

March 25, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities, Family Friendly No Comments →

brusters car show

Bruster’s Saturday Evening Cruse-In Every Saturday nite from 4pm thru 9pm. March 27th thru October. ….FREE… Open to all…truck’s, bikes, classics, muscle car’s, antiques, new car’s etc.. Come join us for music and lots of fun. A nite of HOT Car’s and COOL Ice Cream :)

 Cost: FREE
Location: 428 Garrisonville Rd. Stafford Va
Contact Phone: 540-273-9015
Info online: staffordclassics.com

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A Little Tuscany in Stafford County

February 24, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities, Food Specialties No Comments →

Potomac Point Winery

Did you know that there is a little slice of wine country just ouside of the gates of Quantico MCB?  Potomac Point Winery not only houses a bistro and wine tasting venue,  it hosts upscale and unique dining experiences with their monthly Winemaker’s Dinners. 

This month’s dinner, scheduled for 7 pm February 25 in their Barrel Room, features an outstanding menu:

Mozzarella en Carroza with Caper Anchovy Butter
Paired with La Belle Vie White
Seared Scallops with Buttery Sweet Sage Sauce
Paired with Chardonnay
Spinach Gnocchi with fresh Abbinato Sauce
Paired with Abbinato
Braised Short-Rib with Polenta
Paired with Heritage
Port Reduction Cherries in Dark Chocolate Cup
Paired with Rabelos Port

CALL DENYEL AT 540-446-2107 FOR RESERVATIONS!

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OSCAR Days at Potomac Mills

February 22, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities No Comments →

oscar award

 Calling all Movie Buffs! The AMC Theatres at Potomac Mills Mall will be featuring a day of Oscar.  For $30 you can view 5 of the 10 Best Picture Nominees for the 2010 starting at 10:30 am on Saturday Feburary 27, 2010 in a movie marathon that lasts.   Theatres in the region are showing different combinations of the 10 nominees.  The Potomac Mills schedule opens with a 10:30 am showing of Avatar in 3D. 

 For more information about the schedule at Potomac Mills and other theatres check out this link: Best Picture Showcase.  To prepurchase tickets, go to the AMC Theatre link.

Harlem Globetrotters coming to North Stafford

February 18, 2010 By: mbomichele Category: weekend activities No Comments →

 

harlem globetrotters

 

Looking for a fun night out?  The North Stafford High school athletic boosters are hosting the world famous Harlem Globetrotters for a night of fun, laughs and athletic artistry! Order your tickets through Ticketmaster or call 1-800-641-4667 for information about group rates.

Wednesday, Mar 03, 2010 7:00 PM EST (6:00 PM Doors)
at North Stafford High School

839 Garrisonville Road
Stafford, VA

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