Calendar: April 26 to May 3

26 THURSDAY

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc., 750 Kings Highway, Stafford. Annual and perennial flowers, vegetables and herbs. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Runs through May 5. 540/373-7643.

Relay Rally, Germanna Community College, Culpeper. Information about the American Cancer Society and its signature fundraising event. 6:30–8 p.m. 540/667-2315.

Spring Opening, St. James’ House,  1300 Charles St., Fredericksburg. Annual event featuring this 18th-century gentleman’s cottage. 1–4 p.m. Adults $3, ages 6–18 $1. Through April 28. 540/373-1569.

Book Sale, England Run Library, 806 Lyons Blvd., Stafford. Sponsored by the Stafford Chapter of the Friends of the CRRL. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Runs again April 27, 28 and 30. 540/899-1703.

Wrenn Mangum’s Elvis/Johnny Cash Show,  The Recreation Center, 213 William St. 8:15 p.m. Free. 540/371-6498.

The Chappell Great Lives Lecture Series: “The Civil War Soldier,” UMW, George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. By James Robertson, author of “The Untold Civil War.” 7:30 p.m. Free. 540/654-1065.

Fourth annual Candlelight Vigil and Second annual Art Contest  Against Violence, Historical Westmoreland County Courthouse, 111 Polk St., Montross. Light a candle in memory  of a loved one lost through violent crime. 6–8 p.m.  804/493-8539.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, 19053 Mount Pony Road, Culpeper. “Salt of the Earth” (1954): Latino mine workers in New Mexico go on strike, in spite of the tremendous hardships it causes. With Will Geer and David Wolfe. Black-and-white. 7:30 p.m. Free; reservations encouraged. 540/827-1079, ext. 79994.

Carolina Shag Dancing, Shannon’s Bar & Grille, 2801 Plank Road, Fredericksburg. Sponsored by Battlefield Boogie Club. Free lessons at 7:30 p.m., dance until 10 p.m. 540/786-8321.

THEATER

“Cabaret,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater, 95 Riverside Parkway, Falmouth. Doors open at 6 p.m., play begins at 8 p.m.  $37–$58. Runs through April 29.  540/370-4300.

27 FRIDAY

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc.  See April 26 listing.

Spring Market Open House, Snow Creek Farm, 4355 Fredericksburg Turnpike, Woodford. Antiques, vintage goods, primitives, herbal and handcrafted wares, plants, lectures, demonstrations. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Runs through April 29. 540/371-0607.

Relay for Life Spaghetti Dinner, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Colonial Beach. 5–8 p.m. Adults $8, under age 12 $4. 804/224-7186.

Spring Opening, St. James’ House. See April 26 listing.

Book Sale, England Run Library. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. See April 26 listing.

Silent Auction and Gala, Jepson Alumni Center at UMW. Tim Luke from the HGTV series “Cash in the Attic” will serve as the  auctioneer. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m.,  auction at 8 p.m. $100, $175/couple.  540/371-3037; famcc.org.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. “Solaris” (1972): An alien intelligence infiltrates a space mission. With Natalya Bondarchuk and Donatas Banionis. Sci–fi psychological drama. Black-and-white and color. In Russian and German with English subtitles. See April 26  listing.

CONCERTS

Fredericksburg Songwriters’ Showcase, Picker’s  Supply Concert  Hall, 902 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Featuring acoustic music by Stephen Lee Rich, Ellen Bukstel, Nick Annis, Sandy Andina, Bob Simmons.  8 p.m. $10, students $5. 540/898-0611; webliminal.com/songwrite.

Blue Ridge Chorale, Germanna Community College Daniel Technology Center, 18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper. 7 p.m. Adults $15,  ages 5–12 $5. 540/948-4573; brcsings.com.

THEATER

Fifth annual One-Act Play Festival, Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St. Stage Door Productions presents seven original plays. 7:30 p.m. $15. Runs through May 5. 540/898-2673.

“Arsenic and Old Lace,” Lake of the Woods Community Center,  110 Sweetbriar Park Road, Locust Grove.  Presented by  Lake of the Woods Players. 8 p.m. $18. Runs through April 28.  540/972-6385; lowplayers.org.

“Cabaret,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater.  See April 26 listing.

28 SATURDAY

Spring Swing Thing, Picker’s Supply Concert Hall, 902 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Spring-themed swing dance. 7:30 p.m. $10.

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc.  See April 26 listing.

Benefit Yard Sale, Virginia BBQ, 451 Jefferson Davis Highway. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Benefits Open Hand of Fredericksburg. 540/834-4455.

Growing Green, Porter Library, 2001 Parkway Blvd., Stafford. Celebrate the opening of the new community vegetable garden with activities for all ages. 2–4 p.m. 540/659-4909.

Book Sale, England Run Library. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. See April 26 listing.

Spring Market Open House, Snow Creek Farm. See April 27 listing.

Spring Opening, St. James’ House. See April 26 listing.

Beginners Class, Sport & Health Fitness Club,  1191 Central Park Blvd. Sponsored by Smoother  than Smooth Hand Dance Co. 3 p.m. smootherthansmooth.com.

Civil War Escape, Caledon Natural Area, 11617 Caledon Road, King George. Take a hayride back in time and explore the unique history of Caledon.  10 a.m. $3 person/$8 family. Runs again April 29. Reservations required. 540/663-3861.

Fossil Find, Caledon Natural Area, 11617 Caledon Road, King George. Look for shark’s teeth and other fossils in the surf. 1 p.m. $3 person/$8 family. Reservations required. 540/663-3861.

Cruise-In, Family Diner, 2100 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg. Bring your classic/muscle cars, motorcycles and trucks. 5 p.m. 540/373-3330.

Elite Coffee Competition, 25 30 Espresso, 400 Princess Anne St. Latte art contest in which baristas face off to create elaborate art in the froth that tops a cup of latte. 7 to 10 p.m. 540/368-2101; 2530espresso.com.

Garden Week Tour, James Madison’s Montpelier, 11407 Constitution Highway, Orange.  Tour the Annie duPont Formal Garden, featuring formal walkways, sweeping beds, an herb garden and  marble lions and urns. Other properties on the tour include Somerset Plantation, Mayhurst Inn and Woodley. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 540/672-2728; montpelier.org.

Babypalooza Baby Fair, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, 4600 Spotsylvania Parkway. More than a dozen companies will share information to  care for your baby. 9 a.m. to noon. 540/498-4054.

Book Signing/Discussion, Griffin Bookshop and Coffee Bar, 723 Caroline St. Jason Emerson will present his new book, “Giant in the Shadows: The Life of Robert T.  Lincoln.” 2 p.m. Free. Registration recommended. 540/899-8041.

Yard/Bake Sale, Fletchers Chapel United Methodist Church, 8330 Fletchers Chapel Road, King George. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Spring River Cleanup, Old Mill Park, Caroline Street. Pick up trash along the Rappahannock River. Supplies and lunch provided. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration required at riverfriends.org.

Dog Day Social, Memorial Park, Princess Anne St. Puppy painting, bake sale, prizes, vendors, silent auction, puppy portraits, groomers. 1 to 5 p.m.  540/207-2729.

GrizzlyFest, Grafton Village Elementary School, 501 Deacon Road, Stafford.  Live entertainment, carnival-style games, inflatables, bake sale, cupcake walk, food, health and science demonstrations, face painting, basket auction. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students $8, adults and ages 2 and younger free. grizzlyfest@gmail.com

Festival of Feet, Bowling Green Town Hall,  117 Butler St. 5K/10K walk and run. racetimingunlimited.org.

Art Auction, Potomac Point Vineyard & Winery, 275 Decatur Road, Stafford. 6:30–9:30 p.m. $10 includes bidder number, glass of wine and light hors d’oeuvres. Tickets may be purchased at team-cure.com and at the door. Benefits the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. potomacpointwinery.com.

Sixth annual “On A Mission” Car Show, Spotswood Baptist Church, 4009 Lafayette Blvd., Spotsylvania. Antique, classic, custom, street rod, originals, muscle cars, motorcycles, antique tractors.  8 a.m. to 3 p.m. $20 vehicle entry fee. $3 spectator fee, ages 10 and younger free. 540/898-0757,  ext. 25.

An Evening with “The Ladies,” Tabernacle United Methodist Church, 7310-A Old Plank Road, Spotsylvania. Rediscover your inner light through uplifting fellowship and entertainment presented by Peg Arnold. 7–9 p.m. $10.  tabumc.org.

Fish Fry, Sumerduck Ruritan  Club, 5335  Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. All you can eat. 5–8 p.m. $8. 540/439-3797.

Cash in the Attic Weekend, Market Square.  Featuring Tim Luke from the HGTV series “Cash  in the Attic.” Several appraisers will be on hand to appraise personal objects, antiques and family heirlooms. $20 per item, $50 for three. Sponsored by  Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center.  540/371-3037; famcc.org.

Paws For Fun, Caroline County Fairgrounds, 8332 County Fair Lane, Ruther Glen. Blessing of the Animals, pet rescue groups, dog demonstrations, pooch playground, games, treats, crafts. Presented by The Humane Society of Caroline County and the Caroline County Agricultural Fair Association.  10 a.m. to  4 p.m. $5, under age 5 and dogs free. 804/380-9034.

March for Babies, Riverfront Park, 600 Sophia St., Fredericksburg. Country/western star Madonna Nash will emcee and perform. Registration begins 8 a.m., walk begins 9 a.m. Children’s Festival, 8–11 a.m. Free. Register at marchforbabies.org.

Chicken/Ham Dinner, Hopewell United Methodist Church, 23557 Lignum Road, Lignum. 5–7 p.m. 540/854-7460.

James Monroe Birthday  Celebration, James Monroe Museum, 908 Charles St. Featuring a performance of music and stories from Monroe’s era by acclaimed harpist and storyteller Eve Watters, living-history presentations by actor Jay Harrison and cake and punch. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. 540/654-1043.

“A Worrisome Time,” Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, 1020 Caroline St. Gov. Dunmore has removed gunpowder from the magazine in Williamsburg to a ship in the York River angering the citizens. Join re-enactors and talk about what this means to the future in 1775. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 540/373-3362.

Herb, Plant and Bake Sale, James Madison Museum, 129 Caroline St., Orange. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Runs again April 29.

Colonial Garden Walk, Mary Washington House, 1200 Charles St., Fredericksburg. Take a guided stroll around the garden and learn how people in the 18th century depended on plants to fulfill needs. First tour is at 11 a.m. and will run on the hour with last tour at 1 p.m. $5. 540/373-1569; mwhouse@preservationvirginia.org.

Medical Surgeon, Ellwood Manor, 36380 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove. John Pelletier, portraying a Civil War-era surgeon, will offer his presentation regarding medical practices of the period. 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free. fowb.org/events; 540/373-6240.

LOW Dog Fest, Lake of the Woods Equestrian Center. Dog rescue group adoptions, groomers, photographers, trainers, contests, games, food, live music. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Accepting canned dog/cat food, treats, leashes, collars, cat litter, toys. 540/972-2238.

Art in the Park, Hurkamp Park. Artists sell their work at the Fredericksburg Farmers Market. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Seismic Saturdays, Cooper Vineyards, 13372 Shannon Hill Road, Louisa. Bring a picnic and listen to music on the deck by  Bruce Blair. 540/894-5474; coopervineyards.com.

“Bricks and Boards in the ’Burg.” Begins and ends in Market Square, behind Town Hall,  Fredericksburg. A walking tour highlights the history and architecture of the downtown Historic District. Co-sponsored by Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center and Hallowed Ground Tours. 10 a.m. Adults $4, children $1. 540/809-3918.

Brewery Tours, Blue & Gray Brewing Co., 3300 Dill Smith Drive, Spotsylvania. Tours with tastings straight from the tanks, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. 540/371-7799.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, 19053  Mount Pony Road, Culpeper. “To Kill a Mockingbird” (1962): A Southern lawyer defends a black man wrongly accused of rape, and tries to explain the proceedings to his children. With Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Phillip Alford, Brock Peters and Robert Duvall. Drama. Black-and-white. See April 26 listing.

CONCERTS

Elisabeth von Trapp, Fauquier Community Theatre, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. Granddaughter of the legendary Maria and Baron von Trapp. 7 p.m. Adults $12, students $8. fctstage.org; 540/349-8760.

Gospel Expo 2012, The Louisa Performing Arts Center, 212 Fredericksburg Ave., Louisa. The Ladies of Praise, Salt, Charles Harris, Chosen, De’Seva Recording Artist, Fundamental,  Sonya Richards, plus guest artists Truth from North Carolina, Fundamental from New Jersey, Charles Harris from Virginia Beach and GM Thompson Memorial Choir. 4–7 p.m. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. 804/240-5409.

Chamber Music Series St. George’s Episcopal Church, 905 Princess Anne St. Svyati Duo, cellist Rebecca Hewes and organist Julian Collings, from United Kingdom. 7:30 p.m.  $10 adults, students free. 540/373-4133; stgeorgesepiscopal.net.

Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 15695 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge. 3 p.m. $5, children free. 703/927-3999.

Elvis Tribute, Inn at the Olde Silk Mill, 1707 Princess Anne St. Starring Bruce Legge with guest Davey Ray. 7:30–10:30 p.m. $10. Benefits Rappahannock Big Brothers Big Sisters. 540/371-7444.

THEATER

Fifth annual One-Act Play Festival, Central Rappahannock Regional Library. See April 27 listing.

“Cabaret,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater.  See April 26 listing.

“Arsenic and Old Lace,” Lake of the Woods Community Center. See April 27 listing.

29 SUNDAY

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc. Noon to 4 p.m. See April 26 listing.

Spring Market Open House, Snow Creek Farm. See April 27 listing.

Aftershock Sundays, Cooper Vineyards, 13372 Shannon Hill Road, Louisa. Bring a picnic and listen to music on the deck by Curtis Prince. 540/894-5474; coopervineyards.com.

Poker Run. Registration 10 a.m. at Renegade Classics, 316 White Oak Road. Ride through Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Caroline and Hanover, and end at Fredericksburg Elks Lodge. Rider $20, passenger $15. Benefits the Wounded Warrior Project, Fisher House Foundation and Masonic Home of Virginia. 540/847-7554,

540/760-1272.

Herb, Plant and Bake Sale, James Madison Museum. Noon to 4:30 p.m. See April 28 listing.

Lecture: “Dolley Madison,” James Madison Museum, 129 Caroline St., Orange. By author Holly Shulman. 3 p.m. Free. 540-672-1776.

Woodland tours, Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont, 224 Washington St., Falmouth. Members of the Central Rappahannock Chapter   of the Virginia Master Naturalist program will lead nature tours of the woods and fields at Belmont.  2 p.m. Free. 540/654-1015.

Civil War Escape, Caledon Natural Area. 1 p.m.  See April 28 listing.

Black History Bowl, Massaponax High School, 8201 Jefferson Davis Highway, Spotsylvania. Local high school students test their knowledge of black history. Sponsored by the Fredericksburg Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. 3 p.m. 540/659-6708.

Bingo, Fredericksburg Community Center, 1114 Potomac Ave., Falmouth. 2 p.m. Sponsored by  the Greater Falls Run Lions Club. 540/372-3399.

CONCERTS

Blue Ridge Chorale, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 1200 Old Rixeyville Road, Culpeper. 4 p.m. Adults $15, ages 5–12 $5. 540/948-4573; brcsings.com.

Dead Men’s Hollow,  Christ Church, 8951 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. Gospel/bluegrass.  2 to 4 p.m. Free. Bring canned goods for food pantry. 540/582-5033, christchurchspotsy.com.

THEATER

“Cabaret,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater, Falmouth. Doors open 1 p.m., show is at 3 p.m.   See April 26 listing.

Fifth annual One-Act Play Festival, Central Rappahannock Regional Library. 2 p.m. See April 27 listing.

30 MONDAY

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc. See April 26 listing.

Book Sale, England Run Library. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. See April 26 listing.

THEATER

Hispanic Flamenco Ballet, Mountain View High School, 2135 Mountain View Road, Stafford. 7 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 at the door, ages 2 and younger free. 540/658-6840.

1 TUESDAY

Film, Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St. “The Advocate” (1993): In this medieval court drama, Courtois, an educated lawyer (Colin Firth), leaves the big city to find peace in the countryside but soon discovers acts of murder and mayhem that are holding a small hamlet in fear. (Bonus short: Dali’s “An Andalusian Dog,” 1929 silent). Rated R. Sponsored by the Rappahannock Film Club. 7 p.m. Free. 540/372-1144.

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc. See April 26 listing.

Picnic in the Park,  Hurkamp Park, William and Prince Edward streets. Music by Wil Gravatt Duo; kids’ Touch–a–Truck activity. Bring a picnic or buy lunch. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free. 540/372-1086, ext. 215.

Line Dance Class, Strictly Ballroom Dance Studio, 125 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 190, Spotsylvania. 7–9 p.m. $10. 540/832-7602 (instructor Olivia Ray), 540/898-9060.

2 WEDNESDAY

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc. See April 26 listing.

Join Friends of Chatham Night, Chatham Manor, 120 Chatham Lane, South Stafford. The full interior of Chatham Manor, the outbuildings and the grounds will be open. Admission is free; varying levels of membership available. 4:30 to 7 p.m. 540/373-3450.

“The Baltic States: Strategic Considerations & American Foreign Policy,” UMW, Dahlgren Campus, University Hall. Lecture by Jack Kramer, distinguished professor of political science at UMW. 8–10:30 a.m. Free. Includes continental breakfast. Register at dahlgren.umw.edu; 540/663-4030.

“Educator in Residence Lecture,” UMW, Stafford Campus, North Building. By Princess Moss, music educator and president of the National Education Association Executive Committee. 6 p.m. Free. 540/286-8000.

Astronomy, Culpeper County Library, 271  Southgate Shopping Center. Observe  the moon and  other lunar features  with amateur astronomer  Myron  Wasiuta. 8–9:30 p.m. 540/825-8691.

3 THURSDAY

Gourmet Chef’s Auction, Daniel Technology Center, Germanna Community College, Culpeper. Restaurants and caterers offer samples of their food, music by the Possum Ridge String Band, live auction. 6–10 p.m. $25. 540/829-7200.

Lecture: “Great Lives (and Times) at UMW,” UMW, George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. By William Crawley, director of Great Lives and distinguished professor emeritus of history at UMW. 7:30 p.m. Free. 540/654-1065.

Carolina Shag Dancing, Shannon’s Bar & Grille. See April 26 listing.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. “The Little Giant” (1933): A Chicago beer magnate about to lose his business with the repeal of Prohibition, moves to California and tries to join society’s upper crust, but his gangster origins prove tough to shake.  With Edward G. Robinson, Mary Astor and Helen Vinson. Black-and-white.  See April 26 listing.

Plant Sale, Rappahannock Adult Activities Inc. See April 26 listing.

THEATER

“Fiddler on the Roof,” Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building, 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge. By the Castaways Repertory Theatre. Runs through May 19. castawaystheatre.org.

—Compiled by  Debbie Sauder

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