Calendar: Sept. 6 to Sept. 13

6  THURSDAY

Second Anniversary, John J. Wright Museum, 7565 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. Opening of a new exhibit, “The Psychological Power of Voting”; music by Earl Sam & Friends Jazz Ensemble; voter information by the NAACP and Organizing for America. 6:30 p.m. Free. 540/582-7583, ext. 5545; jjwmuseum.org.

Opening Reception: “Mapping Nowhere: Rosemary Kate Jesionowski,” UMW, duPont Gallery. Featuring the work of Rosemary Jesionowski, assistant professor of art at UMW. 5–7 p.m. Free. On display through Oct. 5. 540/654-1013.

Opening Reception: “Reinterpreting the Decorative Arts,” UMW, Ridderhof Martin Gallery. 5–7 p.m. Free. On display through Oct. 5. 540/654-1013.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, 19053 Mount Pony Road, Culpeper. “Fahrenheit 451” (1966): In an oppressive future, a fireman whose duty is to destroy all books begins to question his task. Based on the novel by Ray Bradbury. With Oskar Werner, Julie Christie and Cyril Cusack. Sci–fi drama. Color. 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.

CONCERT

Music on the Green, The Village Green, The Village at Towne Centre, Spotsylvania. Redfootz presents The Red Sessions, rhythm and blues. 7–9 p.m. Free. Bring a chair. 540/786-6660.

THEATER

“Phantom,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater, 95 Riverside Parkway, Falmouth. Doors open at 6 p.m., play begins at 8 p.m. $40–$60. Runs through Oct. 14. 540/370-4300; riversidedt.com.

7  FRIDAY

Soggy Doggy Swim, Dixon Park Swimming Pool, 1300 Dixon St., Fredericksburg. 5:30–8 p.m. $5 for up to two dogs. Registration forms available at the Dorothy Hart Community Center. 540/372-1086.

Exploring Carter’s Pond, Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. Explore the plants, animals and ecosystem with a park ranger. 9–11 a.m. $5 per vehicle. 703/221-7181.

Cemetery Hike, Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. A 1.5-mile off-trail hike. 7 p.m. $5 per vehicle entrance fee. 703/221-7181.

Friday Night Fest in the ’Burg, Inn at The Olde Silk Mill, 1707 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg. Music by the Wil Gravatt Band, and all-you-can-eat barbecue and crabs. In celebration of the one-year anniversary of Thrive, the healing center. 6–9 p.m. $35 in advance, $40 at the door. 540/361-1331; thrivehealing.org.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. “Paris, Texas” (1984): Atmospheric story of a man who tries to put his life back together after being lost for four years. With Harry Dean Stanton, Nastassja Kinski and Dean Stockwell. Drama. Color. See Sept. 6 listing.

 CONCERT

Music at the Museum: A First Friday Concert Series, Market Square, 907 Princess Anne St. Featuring music by Pan Masters Steel Orchestra and activities for children. Sponsored by Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center. 7–9 p.m. Free. 540/371-3037, ext. 135; famcc.org.

THEATER

“Morning’s at Seven,” Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St. Presented by Stage Door Productions. 8 p.m. $15. Runs through Sept. 15. 540/903-3808; stagedoorproductions.org.

“Phantom,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Sept. 6 listing.

8  SATURDAY

15th annual Goldvein Jubilee, Monroe Park, 14421 Gold Dust Parkway, Goldvein. Games, music, gold-panning, silent auction, door prizes, pony rides, food. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. goldvein.com.

Family Day—The War of 1812, National Museum of the Marine Corps, 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle. Children can learn about the War of 1812 and make Marine Corps hats. Noon to 3 p.m. 703/784-6116; usmcmuseum.org.

Fifth annual Drool in the Pool, Curtis Park Pool, 58 Jesse Curtis Lane, Hartwood. Paddle races, doggie swimsuit styling, bobbing for tennis balls, pet vendors. Owner must provide written proof of current rabies vaccination. Sponsored by Stafford County Parks and Recreation. 5–7 p.m. $5 per dog plus a minimum 3.5-pound bag of dog food. Registration required. 540/658-5116; staffordparks.com.

The Doggone Pool Party, Loriella Park Pool, 10910 Leavells Road, Spotsylvania. $4 per dog (county resident) $8 per dog (noncounty resident). Copy of shot record and county license (for residents) required. 9–11:30 a.m. Rain date: Sept. 9. 540/507-7529; spotsylvania.va.us (parks and rec).

14th annual Walk for the Animals. Two-mile walk through downtown Fredericksburg begins and ends at Maury Field. Games, dog talent show, kissing booth with four-legged guys and gals. 7:45–10 a.m. Benefits Fredericksburg SPCA. 540/898-1500, ext. 302; fburgspca.org.

Help Devin Skate to Italy, Cavalier Family Skating, 1924 Jefferson Davis Highway, Stafford. 8:30 p.m. to midnight. $8. Proceeds will support Devin Firek, a 2012 Stafford High School graduate who has qualified to represent the U.S. at the World Inline Speed Skating Championships in Italy. 540/657-0758.

Yard Sale, Lions Park, Aquia Harbour, Stafford. Free sight and hearing screenings. Sponsored by Aquia Evening Lions Club. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Benefits Lions vision and hearing programs. 540/720-3648.

Rappahannock Model Railroad Club Open House, 406H Hudgins Road, Spotsylvania. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 540/373-0911.

Hartwood Days Festival, 25 Hartwood Road (across from Hartwood Elementary School). Living history, animals, music, concerts, living history, food. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. hartwooddays.org.

World War II Vets Speak Out, Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center. Willis Wood will talk about his experiences in the Navy during the war years. 3 p.m. 540/825-8691.

Home and Garden Show, Eagles Aerie, 21 Cool Spring Road, Stafford. Door prizes, raffles, bake sales, refreshments, food, music. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Donations accepted for local food bank. 540/548-1266, 540/373-0528.

Art Attack. Over 80 local artists will demonstrate their talent on the sidewalks of Caroline and William streets. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 540/656-2215.

Jazz in the Courtyard, Ingleside Vineyards, 5872 Leedstown Road, Oak Grove. Tour, tasting, wine glass, music by Dixie Power Trio. 6–9 p.m. Music tickets are $15 in advance, $18 day of event; music and dinner $30. 804/224-8687; inglesidevineyards.com.

Camp Out, Rock Out, Knock Out Homelessness Event, Massaponax High School, 8201 Jefferson Davis Highway, Spotsylvania. Camp out, rock out to local bands, children’s mile fun run, carnival activities, silent auction, food. Begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 10 a.m. Sept. 9. $25 per camper. Adult supervision required. 540/582-1069, ext. 5606.

Night Sky Viewing, Caledon Natural Area, 11617 Caledon Road, King George. Sponsored by Rappahannock Astronomy Club. 8 p.m. Free. Weather permitting. 540/663-3861; raclub.org.

Historic Fredericksburg Foundation’s Vintage Route 1 Tour and Downtown Community Day, downtown Fredericksburg. A celebration of the 1920s–1960s with streetcar tours, vintage fashion show, costume contest, classic car display, children’s activities, walking tour. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. hffi.org/vintage-route-1.html; 540/371-4504.

Book and Bake Sale, James Madison Museum, 129 Caroline St., Orange. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Runs again Sept. 9. 540/672-1776.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. “Grease Sing-Along” (1978): The original high school musical is back in a sing-along version with animated subtitles. Starring John Travolta, Olivia Newton–John and Stockard Channing. Musical. Color. See Sept. 6 listing.

Nature Hike, Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. Hike one mile with a park ranger and explore the beauty of nature. 8 a.m. $5 per vehicle. 703/221-7181.

Fire Ecology Hike, Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. Take a one-mile hike through the site of a 2006 wildland fire and learn about the relationships between fire and the forest. 10 a.m. $5 per vehicle entrance fee. 703/221-7181.

Campfire Program: “Storytelling,” Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. 7–8 p.m. $5 per vehicle entrance fee. 703/221-7181.

History Walk. Meet at the trailhead of Smith Run Nature Trail (at the end of Hugh Mercer Elementary School maintenance road). Civil War historian Erik Nelson will narrate the fighting that took place May 4, 1863, during the Chancellorsville campaign. 9 a.m. Rain date: Sept. 22.

“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.

Second Saturdays at the Museum, Fredericksburg Area Museum, 1001 Princess Anne St. Family program that includes hands-on activities and make-and-take crafts. 1–3 p.m. Free with paid museum admission; 540/371-3037.

Open Hangar Day, Commemorative Air Force, Culpeper Regional Airport, 12499 Beverly Ford Road, Brandy Station. Tours of the hangar/museum and historic military aircraft. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. 540/727-0018; nationalcapitolsquadron.org.

Ballroom Social, Christ Episcopal Church, 8951 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. 2:30–4:30 p.m. $20 per couple. 540/891-4297.

CONCERTS

Eric B. Downes,  Courtyard of Richard Johnston Inn, off of Sophia Street. Americana music. 1–3 p.m.  Part of the   Vintage Route 1 Tour and  Community Day. Free.; refreshments will be served.

Margaret and the Banjo Man, Westmoreland Players Theatre, 16217 Richmond Road, Callao. Margaret Bushman, vocalist, and Dan Colombo, banjo. 8 p.m. Adults $10, under age 18 $5. 804/529-9345.

Concert and Drama Skits, Town Hill, Colonial Beach. Presented by New Life Ministries and X-treme youth. 1–4 p.m. Free. 804/224-8447.

24th annual Music by Moonlight, Hurkamp Park, William and Prince Edward streets. Featuring Fredericksburg Big Band. 7 p.m. Free. Bring a chair. Proceeds go to Salvation Army’s Camp Happyland for children with limited opportunities. 540/371-9586, 540/899-3175.

 THEATER

“Morning’s at Seven,” Central Rappahannock Regional Library. See Sept. 7 listing.

“Phantom,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Sept. 6 listing.

9 SUNDAY

Farms to Forest Hike, Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. Meet in the Oak Ridge Campground parking lot for a one-mile hike through the forest. 2 p.m. $5 per vehicle. 703/221-7181.

Book Discussion/Signing, James Madison Museum, 129 Caroline St., Orange.

uthor Pat LaLand discusses her book, “Orange County Chronicles, Stories From a Historic Virginia County.” 3 p.m. Free. 540/672-1776.

Book and Bake Sale, James Madison Museum. Noon to 4 p.m. See Sept. 8 listing.

Learn the Thriller Dance, Picker’s Concert Hall, 902 Caroline St. Beginner and intermediate swing dance lessons. 540/847-4581.

Country, Western Dance Lessons, Waltz and Two-Step, American Legion Post 290, 1204 American Legion Road, Stafford. 5–7 p.m. $7. 540/273-1812.

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

Flying Circus Airshow, 5114 Ritchie Road, Bealeton. Antique airplanes, flying demos, world-class aerobatics, wing walking, airplane rides. Opens for plane rides at 11 a.m., show begins 2:30 p.m. Adults $10, children 3–12 $3, children under 3 free; airplane rides extra; flyingcircusairshow.com.

Walk With a Virginia Master Naturalist, Salamander Loop of the Ni River Trail, 8010 River Stone Drive, Spotsylvania. Learn bird calls, identify trees and find out about wildflowers. 9 a.m. Free; spotsylvaniagreenways.org.

THEATER

“Morning’s at Seven,” Central Rappahannock Regional Library. 2 p.m. See Sept. 7 listing.

“Phantom,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. Doors open 1 p.m., show is at 3 p.m. See Sept. 6 listing.

10  MONDAY

Bag Book Sale, Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Runs through Sept. 15. 540/825-8691.

Charity “Golf For Kids,” Fawn Lake Country Club, 12201 Longstreet Drive, Spotsylvania. $105 includes breakfast and lunch. Benefits the Rappahannock Area Council for Children and Parents. 540/372-1149.

“Mysteries and Conundrums: Civilians,” Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St. Noel Harrison and John Hennessy will reveal some of the more curious things that emerge from period photographs, art and documents. 7 p.m. Free.

Senior Bingo, Sumerduck Ruritan Club, 5335 Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. For seniors 55 years and older. 10 a.m. to noon. Bring a gift bag with an inexpensive prize in it. 540/439-2278.

11  TUESDAY

Fredericksburg Women’s Connection Luncheon, Fredericksburg Country Club, 11031 Tidewater Trail. Candy Say will present the “Five Pillars of Wellness.” 11:45 a.m. $15. Susan, 540/371-8327 or Becky, 540/972-2954.

Bag Book Sale, Culpeper County Library. See Sept. 10 listing.

Nature Hike, Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. Hike one mile with a park ranger and explore the beauty of nature. 8 a.m. $5 per vehicle. 703/221-7181.

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.

CONCERT

Picnic in the Park, Hurkamp Park, William and Prince Edward streets. Live music and a 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.

12 WEDNESDAY

“Supernovae,” Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St. Presented by Joe Francis. Sponsored by Rappahannock Astronomy Club. 7 p.m. Free. raclub.org.

Bag Book Sale, Culpeper County Library. See Sept. 10 listing.

THEATER

“Phantom,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. Lunch 11:30 a.m., play 1:30 p.m. See Sept. 6 listing.

13  THURSDAY

Nature Hike, Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle. Hike one mile with a park ranger and explore the beauty of nature. 10 a.m. $5 per vehicle. 703/221-7181.

Bag Book Sale, Culpeper County Library. See Sept. 10 listing.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. “Glory” (1989): The true story of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, the first formal unit of the U.S. Army to be made up entirely of African–American men, as told from the point of view of commanding officer Col. Robert Gould Shaw. Civil War drama. Color. See Sept. 6 listing.

Carolina Shag Dancing, Shannon’s Bar & Grille. See Sept. 6 listing.

CONCERT

Music on the Green, The Village Green, The Village at Towne Centre, Spotsylvania. Alan Scott Band, rock. 7–9 p.m. Free. Bring a chair. 540/786-6660.

THEATER

“Phantom,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Sept. 6 listing.

—Compiled by Debbie Sauder

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