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18 history’s stories: 2nd battle of marye’s heights heritage: prohibition & back 19 what’s in a goodbye?....roxbury farm & garden 20 Senior Care: animals are great
texas transplant finds fxbg trails amelia diaz amy ha downtown greens intern
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22 emancipated patients: communication 23 fxbg music: helen jane long 24 art in the ‘burg
goolricks pharmacy chris condor
25 mYSTERY hOUSE 27 freehling on fred biz marketing: bad reviews
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on the porch...life in fredericksburg Messages
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tarver harris & susan tilt exhibit @fcca
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In the garden:back to classroom
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everything greens:down home ball
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throwback thursday
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I have a friend
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restorative justice in our schools
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season’s bounty: ’ode to october
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cooking with kyle: pistachio pesto salmon spirits: for bourbon lovers
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vino...hard cider, hard not to enjoy
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Calendar of events
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Companions: boo
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astrology & you poetryman
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fredericksburg sketches
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...And more! 3 just enuff farm....horseback riding & more 12 whiskey & wood artisan festival
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Just Enuff Farm horseback riding lessons for all ages
BY lenora kruk-mullanaphy Nerve Palsy. Diagnosed with the palsy at birth, doctors determined she would walk only at the point she could at nine months old. With the help of a leg brace worn for most of her life, she’s been able to ride horses-Lindsay Funderburg, who started Just Enuff Farm in and become the lead Spotsylvania in 2018, rides her horse, Rex driver of a team of six to eight horses in the Just Enuff Farm At in California Historical Artillery Society Spotsylvania, horseback riding is tailored (CHAS). A native of Fremont, to be fun and at a pace that’s comfortable for the trainee. Surrounded by lush, shade California, she trained horses with trees, the farm is home to rescue horses CHAS and excelled in competitions. and chickens that leisurely roam the property, which is dotted with a riding pen, a quaint farmhouse and a chicken coop. Spending time at Just Enuff Farm brings a sense of tranquility to visitors and is an oasis from the hustle and bustle of life.
New Feature at Farm: Therapeutic Riding and Activities Geared to Veterans. And they sell non-fertile chicken and duck eggs!
Lenora Kruk-Mullanaphy is the president of Kruk-Mullanaphy Media Group, LLC., which was recently chosen to represent the Intertraffic portfolio of trade shows for North America.
“Matt and I love living on the farm and wanted to share its beauty with others,” she said. “After watching Matt with the horses and seeing how he thrived by grooming and feeding them, it was our goal to Trixie is a rescued, eight-y year-o old Quarter Horse, one of the oldest, recognized breeds in the open the farm to veterans who might find the same sense of United States. She is a one of the horses that provide horseback riding lessons. peace he does.”
Just Enuff Farm Affordable Horseback Riding Lessons 7618 Marye Road , Spotsylvania Courthouse justenufffarm18@gmail.com, facebook (540) 724-6 6151 www.justenufffarm.com.
Veterans are welcome to walk the grounds, help feed the horses and chickens, collect eggs, help out with cleaning the chicken coops and take horseback riding lessons. With her experience riding and training horses, Lindsay is equipped with the knowledge and background to provide lessons for all ages and levels. She taught her children, Nathan, 6, and Isabella, 11, how to ride, instilling in them her love of riding. Between the three of them, they’ve earned several dozen ribbons and awards from competitions. “Just Enuff Farm is ideal for people who want to learn Nathan Funderburg, 6, enjoys horseback riding . horseback riding and improve their Nathan and his sister, Isabella, play a big part in skills--whatever level they’re at,” helping to maintain the farm, as well as feed, she said. “We’re happy to offer the groom and exercise the horses. joy of riding to people who otherwise wouldn’t be able to When the seven-acre Just Enuff afford it. Our prices are meant to allow Farm opened in 2018, it was the dream of everybody to be able to fulfill their Lindsay Funderburg, 33, and Matt dreams of horseback riding. If people Earnhardt, 37, who wanted to share their don’t want to ride, they’re welcome to love of horses and everyday workings of volunteer and enjoy the property.” the farm with others. Earnhardt, a U.S. Schools, scout troops and other Marine who was wounded while serving in groups are welcome to visit Just Enuff Operation Iraqi Freedom, felt that other veterans like him would find being around Farm to enjoy its many activities and earn the horses and farm could work as community service credits and badge therapy. Funderburg, who started riding requirements. horses as a child, has defied all odds by overcoming her challenges with Sciatic front porch fredericksburg
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ON THE PORCH Guest Porch Editorial
Contributing Writers & Artists Rita Allan Sally Cooney Anderson Dianne Bachman A.E. Bayne Laurie Black Kevin Brown Collette Caprara Bob Epp Tom Eggers Christina Ferber Frank Fratoe Bill Freehling Seph Gannon Jon Gerlach Alexis Grogan Ralph “Tuffy”Hicks John Kanaster Karl Karch David C. Kennedy Lenora Kruk-Mullanaphy Bill Lookabill Valerie Lecea Vanessa Moncure Pete Morelewicz Patrick Neustatter DeLaura Padovan Gerri Reid John Reifenberg Rob Rudick Casey Alan Shaw James Kyle Snyder Mandy Smith Brad Smith Beth Stenstrom Georgia Strentz Tina Will Dawn Whitmore Sonja Petersen Wise Norma Woodward Suzy Woollam
Front Porch Fredericksburg is a free circulation magazine published monthly by Olde Towne Publishing Co. Virginia Bigenwald Grogan, Publisher.
The mission of Front Porch Fredericksburg is to connect the diverse citizenry of Fredericksburg with lively features and informative columns of interest to our community’s greatest resource, its people. Messages from our readers are welcome. All submissions must be received by e-mail by the 19th of the month preceding publication. Writers / Artists / Photographers are welcome to request Guidelines and query the Publisher by e-mail. Front Porch Fredericksburg PO Box 9203 Fredericksburg, VA 22403 Ad Sales: E-Mail: frntprch@aol.com Web Site: www.frontporchfredericksburg.com Facebook: @Front Porch Fredericksburg The opinions expressed in Front Porch Fredericksburg are those of the contributing writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Front Porch Fredericksburg or its advertisers. Copyright 2019 Olde Towne Publishing Co. All rights reserved.
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Let’s talk about networks by suzy woollam I'm not a TV person. While I totally understand that, while, for many, the television is a source of entertainment and relaxation, I would rather be curled up with a book (no fiction during daylight hours) and a cuppa coffee in a quiet, comfy spot, rather than have big sounds pummeling me relentlessly. So often my customers or clients will say "have you watched (insert tv show name here) and I am wont to respond "I don't watch tv. In fact I'm pretty sure that John Prine was talking about me in Spanish Pipedream when he said "blow up your TV". But as many of you know, our lives have changed pretty drastically over the last couple months (July 24th to be exact) and I suddenly find myself exposed to a lot more TV I truly had no idea that there was SO much information available to the public for (relatively) free, and while I've managed to learn a lot of things over these last couple months, (batteries are not included, action figures are sold separately and your mileage may vary) the one thing it seems that I have heard about most is something called Network. Seems we don't only need to pay attention to our TV network, but our wireless network, whether or not we ARE networking, and the importance of who, or what, is in/on/around our network. And, for once, all this mindless drivel from the talking heads got me to thinking, in my own "Suzy" sort of way of course, about MY network. Not in a "who is my phone carrier network, or what channel do I have to watch or how many friends I communicate with on facebook, but my real, honest to goodness day to day network. My peeps my crew, my fam. My NETwork. For those who don't know, my amazing husband Todd was in a very serious car accident on July 24, while
coming home from work. In an instant, as most things happen, our lives were changed, perhaps irrevocably. The hope and prayer is that he will eventually be fine, but man, the day-to-day struggle is REAL, and the learning curve is negligible. Keeping track of Doctor, Therapy and Attorney appointments, much less trying to manage his comfort level is a 36 hour a day job. But, I digress. So, during the many hours, and trust me, 2am TV is.....scary folks....of the greatest lessons from this experience, is the reminder that I have a network.In the "olden days" during times of Family strife or tragedy, family, friends and neighbors would band together to make sure that those suffering were taken care of. Visits, meals and tasks were tended to, virtually seamlessly by the tribe. The family had nothing to do but take care of the one in need. It this age of cyberlife, commuting and transient neighborhoods, it seemed that this "community spirit" had become, sadly, but a far-away, old fashioned, yet fond memory. Until, that is, I realized that this old-fashioned idea is still alive and well in our beautiful loving community. It's kinda overwhelming when you don't even consider that you even HAVE a tribe, much less when they pop up in unexpected places. The mom of 4 who shows up at your door with dinner. The full-time working father who arrives after work to remove a MASSIVE hornets nest. The customer who offers to take leave from her job, and work for free, so that your shop can stay open, because "the community counts on you". Our tribe, our community, our family by another mother.
messages Front Porch Team Thank you so much for your outstanding coverage of people, places, and events of interest. Elizabeth Spencer Spragins
Thank you for your most interesting articles in the Front Porch Shirley Cunningham Eye
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To the mavens at Front Porch: Just a note of thanks from those of us in the Village of Idlewild for publishing Jon Gerlach's nicely written article, "What's in a Ruin?", in your September issue, touching on the "Idlewild Mansion". Not enough has been penned about the past beauty and history of the house and its former occupants, however, Mr. Gerlach's article certainly continues the
I guess what I'm trying to say here is that, I love this city. I've loved it for well over 20 years, and my husband (a Philly transfer..don't judge him) has come to love it like I have. Never, ever did we suspect, that it loved us too. And, in keeping with my "I'd rather read a book" ideology, as Winnie the Pooh said, "sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart". You, Frederickburg, are our heart. Enjoy this issue of Front Porch “cover-to-cover”
You can find Suzy at The Scenter of Town on Charles Street, being grateful and thankful to be a part of this amazing community!
spark of interest in the grand former home of the Downman family. Thank you Jon Gerlach and thank you Front Porch. Regards, Bill Hayes, Board Member, Village of Idlewild HOA
Great newspaper....always full of interesting stories & people. Phyllis Whitley
Tarver Harris & Susan Tilt Love of Color, Creativity & Friendship By Dawn Whitmore
Tarver Harris (right) and Susan Tilt (above) made the decision to not live the stereotype of the lonely artist. They paint together as often as possible. The two met through a gallery in Colonial Beach.
“Five Femmes”, Susan Tilt “There is a vulnerability to being an artist and to find someone with whom you respect and feel safe working with gives our relationship a depth that I cherish,” shares Harris. “We have not only created art, but a wonderful friendship based on mutual respect, lots of humor and support. We collaborate, we do not compete,” informs Tilt. The two will be sharing their art and their friendship during a special exhibit at Fredericksburg Center for the Creative Arts’ Frederick Gallery. The duo has a mutual respect for one another’s talent. They share a strong sense of design, a love for color, and dynamic patterning. Harris’s excitement about the
show is evident when she discusses the opportunity an exhibit giving the pair a chance ‘to delve deeper into their art.’ Harris and Tilt invited mentor and friend, Professor Steve Griffin to display a few pieces with them during their special exhibit. Griffin’s direction, when Tilt hit a stumbling block, as an art student at Mary Washington was “keep working.” It is a special and delightful occurrence when a student and professor become friends. Harris, Tilt and Griffin enjoy ‘paint days’ together as often as they can. “My stumbling blocks seem to be in perpetual motion. I would say my biggest blocks are self-criticism and selfconfidence they go hand in hand. All artists face challenges during the process of their creation,” articulates Harris, “The ending question is asking might tap into a suppressed emotion or myself: Did I love creating the work or act as a friendly guide leading me would I change anything. My answer is intoareas of discomfort or pure Yes and No respectively, then that critic unadulterated joy. There is always some subsides.” type of message thattouches me on a The pair desires for young artists deeper level, which is conveyed through to understand the need for the countless layers of color. My their own space. It doesn’t arttranslates as a balm to my soul have to be large. Second, it is it soothes all of the rough and jagged imperative to carve out time places.” for daily creating. Harris and Tilt assert there is Harris describes the value for artists to know and be in the analogy, “You are only an company of other artists. The pair invites artist if you can sell your everyone to their Opening Reception on work” as hampering for young October 4that 6pm to discuss art, color artist and she advises them to and their friendship. ignore it. She states, “selling your work makes you a paid artist…define yourself as an ARTIST first and foremost, then create…just by the simple act of doing you open to parts of yourself that want to share and express more of you.” Tilt suggests young artists are hindered when told, ‘You’ll never make a living being an artist.’ She contends, “There is something in our DNA that requires us to make art. It is who we are, who we are meant to be. The demanding desire to make art never leaves us.” “Boundary Lines”, Tarver Harris Harris communicates her paint, as she describes it, is a type of personal therapy, an emotional Dawn Whitmore, The “Old Barn” Lady is journey. a barnscape photographer and writer “In essence an emotional who lives in Spotsylvania. facebook.com/dewphotographypage journey defines the way color expresses a www.dewphotographyva.com story to me...” informs Harris, “Color
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In the Garden back to the “outdoor classroom� By Tina Will The Summer to Fall seasonal change means 'Back to School', but Fall's beauty and the cooler weather always beckons us to go outside. The folks at TriCounty City Soil and Water Conservation District (TCCWSCD) take advantage of this by offering "Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience" (MWEE) days at Oakley Farm to the Spotsylvania County Public Schools 4th graders. Oakley Farm is part of a Forest Wildlife Management Area in Spotsylvania County. There, the students are encouraged to explore the four systems that make up a watershed, and to learn what essential roles these systems play in our environment. The organizers of the outdoor classroom days use scavenger hunts and simple dichotomous keys to answer questions: What is a watershed, and what is a wetland? Why is it important to manage our forested lands? What are the benefits of trees, shrubs, insects, and animals on our lives? What animals, insects, and plants give us food that we
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need? Which animals help control the insect and animal population? Overarching all these questions is the larger question: What happens when one or more of these systems gets out of balance? The students begin to see that the systems are interdependent, and that their balance is essential to human existence also. I had fun listening as the students worked their way through the dichotomous key, helping some recognize that a short tree was still a tree, not a shrub, and seeing them arrive at the right conclusion: American Holly Tree. Some had to rethink their conclusion of 'fern' since they knew that couldn't be right, thus honing their reasoning skills in the process. Many discovered what a Lichen is, and that there are different kinds of soil. I could tell that they were encountering
new information about everything around them, and enjoying the chance to do so. My own introduction into environmental education came via a wonderful college professor many years ago. His love of the outdoor world and the science of it ignited my interest in a way that has never waned. I think everyone should have a chance to learn about our outdoor world in a natural setting. We all need an education, both indoors, and out. Krystal Williams, with Spotsylvania County 4-H, oversees the planning and scheduling of these MWEE days and enlists the help of the partnering agencies: Virginia Cooperative Extension, Department of Forestry, Department of Conservation and Recreation, and TCCSWCD. Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists also volunteer to help. Mariya Hudick, of TCCSWCD, has scheduled workshops at schools in Fredericksburg City, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George County schools. Teachers can contact her and select from a menu of programs that are tailored to Virginia Standards of Learning. Several dates are set up in King George and Stafford County schools, and she hopes for many more.
Tina Will has volunteered with MGACRA for 13 years and lives near Ferry Farm in Stafford County. photos bty Tina Will
On the Trails texas transplant finds fxbg trails By Kevin Brown Amelia: "We moved here about 10 years ago because of the military. We liked the small town feel and proximity to DC. It seemed like the perfect town to raise four small children."
Our popular "On the Fredericksburg VA Trails" Facebook group has recently been treated to a spectacular series of photo narratives featuring various local trails. The lady behind this innovative and adventurous storytelling is Amelia Diaz, and this month we find out more about this talented trail-blazing Texas transplant who now makes Fredericksburg her home. Q. Please tell us a bit about yourself and your relationship to the Fredericksburg area. What brought you here, and how long have you been here?
Q. What are your favorite things about Fredericksburg? Amelia: "I love the natural beauty of the area combined with its history. I especially like the downtown area and the trails. All of this is only made more beautiful by the diversity of its people." Q. What inspires you to get out on our local trails? Amelia: "I grew up in southern Texas where year round it's over 100 degrees. We were never able to enjoy walking because of the heat. I didn't grow up with trails like these, so to me there's so much beauty in them. In Fredericksburg, I can go for a walk at any time of the day because most trails are covered by shade from big trees. "
Q. "What is your favorite trail and why?" Amelia: "I don't know that I have a favorite trail. They're all so beautiful in their own way. I love the Heritage Trail along the river because it offers so much scenery. I love the rock formations at Alum Spring Park, but there's also something magical about walking down the Lee Drive trails with all the associated history." Q. What goes through your mind as you go through the process of photographing the trails? Amelia: "What I think about is the ingenuity and sheer beauty found in nature. The mighty trees and their everchanging leaves hold a certain power. Capturing this natural beauty is where a challenge becomes a passion. I'm fascinated with the variety of our trails, and the fact that they're so accessible makes the challenge that much more enjoyable."
Q. What advice would you offer others about getting out on the local trails? Amelia: "As a military family, we've lived in many cities in many countries and few have the variety of trails that Fredericksburg has to offer. I walk these trails with my daughter and a small dog. We've met many people out on the trails, and everyone has made us feel welcome. I can't think of a better way to explore our town, meet new people, practice my passion of capturing nature's beauty with photos, and stay healthy all while enjoying the great outdoors. In parting, I'd like to share an inspirational quote by the Greek philosopher Pythagoras who said, 'Apartate de los caminos frecuentados y camina por los senderos.' (Translation: Get off the beaten path and walk the trails.)" Kevin Brown is a City Resident and Administrator of the 'On the Fredericksburg VA Trails
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Everything Greens it’s down home ball again! By brad smith Downtown Greens (DTG) is almost ready to celebrate our annual Down Home Ball in Fredericksburg Market Square/Fredericksburg Area Museum the evening of Saturday, October 12! We like to think of the Down Home Ball as an “elegant hoedown;” an event where you can put on your Sunday’s best, show off your latest thrift store find, or just throw on a t-shirt and catch a dance with that special someone. It’s a great chance to listen to some local musicians, eat some great food, meet fellow community members, and support DTG! Downtown Greens is dedicated to fostering environmental stewardship and education in the Fredericksburg area. It maintains two beautiful gardens within the city that are open to the public. Whether you want to read alone under a tree or have a picnic with your family, our space is yours. DTG also impacts local youth through our Head Start Garden Sprouts—a partnership with Head Start and Virginia Preschool Initiative-- and our after school and Summer programs
focusing on youth 1-12. Our programs engage both the head and heart: Our Youth Garden Club babies make crafts with our passionate staff. Our Urban Beekeepers learn about our local ecosystem and occasionally throw on a beekeeper suit to take care of our local pollinators. Youth Farm Program participants receive a unique opportunity to learn the hard skills involved in planning and maintaining urban agriculture. They take pride in harvesting and even get to enjoy it with their families, partnering with our amazing local restaurants’ staff to make gourmet meals for our monthly Family Dinners. The youth learn business and communication skills as they proudly sell their art, seeds, and infamous salsa at the Farmers' Market. We partner with many other nutrition- and environment- focused organizations to make nature and good food accessible to all our participants and with other non-profits that touch everything from mental health to veteran
support. In addition to our own g r e a t e v e n t s , w e ’ v e opened our space up to others to host poetry n i g h t s , morning y o g a , fashion shows and, yes, weddings! Though we are caretakers of the space, we firmly believe that it belongs to EVERYone who calls this area home. At its heart--whether you are young or old, a 20 year DTG volunteer or just passing through town--our organization represents something that is often rare to find within our cities and communities: a safe natural space to learn, grow, relax, and occasionally get some dirty knees; there’s a blade of grass and patch of shade with your name on it!
So please, whether you’re a friend of the garden or a newcomer, come laugh, eat, dance, and grow with us. For more information please visit us at http://downtowngreens.org or just stop by the office! Brad Smith, Board Member Downtown Greens DownHome Ball, An elegant Hoedown October 12 Market Square, 6-1 10pm
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Throwback Thursday CRHC fundraiser The Central Rappahannock Heritage Center will host “Throwback Thursday”, a fundraiser to be held on . Guests will enjoy delicious food and drink while listening to the music of local singer-songwriter Karen Jonas. A raffle for “buckets” of unique, top shelf bottles of tequila, bourbon and wine will be part of the evening’s fun. Throwback Thursday is a popular internet trend in which people will often post nostalgic pictures of their past and the platform is used all over the world to share and relive past experiences. Thus, the tie in to The Heritage Center, a regional archives located in the historic Maury School. Founded in 1997, The Heritage Center preserves historically valuable documents and photos of the region and makes them available to researchers all over the world. Many of the archives’ old photos will be on display the evening of the event. All proceeds from the event will benefit The Heritage Center, an allvolunteer, non-profit organization. The Center receives no public funding and relies solely on sponsorship, donations,
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maintenance of its database. Tickets for Throwback Thursday will go on sale on October 7 and may be purchased on line through the Center’s Website www.crhcarchives.org or at The Heritage Center, 900 Barton St, Suite 111 during normal business, TuesdayThursday,10am-4pm. To offset the cost of this fundraiser, sponsorship opportunities are available. Please visit our website for more information or you may contact Fundraising Committee Chairman Meredith Beckett at mbeckett@crhcarchives.org, or call 540-
373-3704 during business hours. A place that loses its history loses its soul. Please join us at this fun event to support our important mission of preserving the region’s rich history. Meredith Beckett is the Vice Chairman Board of Directors, CRHC THROWBACK THURSDAY To benefit the Central Rappahannock Heritage Center Thursday, November 7, 2019, 6pm-9 9pm at Kybecca restaurant, located at 402 William St. in downtown Fredericksburg
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“I Have A Friend” Joyce & juliette By Laurie Black
Some people walk into a room and their presence just seems to light the place up. Such is the case with Joyce Kinnard and her senior friend, Juliette. The joy that they find in their friendship and their positive outlook on life is contagious. It is a pleasure to share their story. Joyce says, “I heard about the Senior Visitors Program through the Rappahannock United Way. I was a caregiver for my now deceased motherin-law. Even though it had its share of ups and downs, I found it to be rewarding and decided to continue helping seniors after she passed. I’ve been a volunteer with the program since 2016.” Joyce was matched with Juliette that same year. Juliette has been with the program since 2010 and Joyce is her third volunteer. Juliette says that she heard about the program from her neighbor. “This is a great program for seniors, especially for elderly folks who live alone. Elderly people need someone whom they know they can count on for a visit, a friend who is trustworthy, intelligent and kind. A kind friend like Joyce is also a patient person who will never complain about how slow you are, or about how you do not know simple things about a computer. If this program continues to be selective in the persons they have for volunteers, as I know they will be, other clients like myself will always recommend the program long after I’m gone.” Juliette went on to say, “Just her presence makes a big difference to my life. I live alone, and her visit is always heartwarming. Plus she is helpful in more ways than I can say. Typically, we go grocery shopping and talk about current affairs as we go, but there are many variations. She helps me with me medical visits; we go to lunch; she took me to a church function; she helps me type
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papers, etc. She is very pleasant and shares my interests, so it is fun to be with her. Her values and her standards are high. She is trustworthy and loveable.” Joyce says of Juliette, “She is very loved and respected by her family, her extended family, and her long-term friends. She is highly intelligent, yet humble. She is also a published author and is working on another book. All of our outings are rewarding whether it is running errands, having lunch together, celebrating with a Mother’s Day brunch or just helping with typing her latest publication. We are looking forward to visiting the zoo this fall to fulfill Juliette’s wish to see an elephant.” When asked specifically about recommending the Senior Visitors Program to others, Joyce states, “I was surprised that I was on the receiving end of the blessings from this relationship. Juliette is a wealth of information and wisdom. I see her as more of a friend than a client. I admire her tenacity, her resilience and her poise. I would encourage anyone considering volunteer service to consider the Senor Visitors Program. There is very little time investment for such a big return. The clients are a joy to work with and the Senior Visitors Program staff are welcoming and helpful.”
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Restorative Justice building community in our schools
By Christina Ferber Buzz words in the education field come and go depending on what works and is trending, but one word that has made a comeback recently and seems to have staying power is the term Restorative Justice. Restorative Justice practices include building empathy and understanding for others while building a sense of community among those involved. It has been used in the criminal justice system for many years, but Deb Lokrantz, Fredericksburg Regional Program Director of The Office on Youth, is bringing it into our local school system and seeing remarkable results. “The purpose of a Restorative Practice is to build community and heal relationships. When that happens, we tend to be much more understanding and forgiving toward each other. What better place to do that than in our schools,” Lokrantz says. The program is available in select schools in Spotsylvania, Stafford, and King George Counties, and she has seen the benefit of the program’s practices in both students and staff. Battlefield Middle School (above) staff come in early on Friday mornings just to have community building time using Restorative Justice
practices, and students have responded well to the “circles” that help build a community in the classroom. In each school where they are active, Lokrantz and her staff help to set up an RJET team (Restorative Justice and Education Team) that involves stakeholders including staff, parents and community members. Then, she and her staff do extensive training to offer techniques and tools that they can bring to students. “Restorative practices in schools are more about developing a philosophy and a place where everyone is included. When you are practicing these techniques, everyone involved has a voice and is on equal footing. They get to know each other and really listen to one another. It builds relationships and community,” says Lokrantz. “We teach them strategies, affective language and questioning skills, and examples of different ways to talk with students. Our goal is to give staff a firm foundation to treat any issue that comes up in a restorative way.” Restorative Justice is not the only program that The Office on Youth offers in our schools. A program called “VOISE,”
available for King George and Spotsylvania County students is a workshop completely focused on emotional intelligence, and they are piloting “Decisions Points” this year, which is a cognitive behavior program for middle schoolers with behavioral or family issues. It offers a way to look at all aspects of the decisions they make every day. Substance abuse and anger management classes are also offered at The Office on Youth, as well as courtordered Restorative Justice and Community Service programs. Referrals for some of these programs come from court services, while other programs are available to anyone in our community. “I tell those I work with to find something strong and good in every child you work with. I want us to come together for the betterment of the people we are living around and for ourselves. It’s all about creating a community,” Lokrantz says. For more information on The Office on Youth and its programs, visit https://officeonyouth.org/. Christina Ferber is a teacher & a writer
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Artisanship in Wood & Spirits
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the whiskey & wood Artisan festival
By tim eggers October 18th and 19th. Friday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and on Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The artisans, all local, will be on hand, giving you the unique opportunity to meet with the makes, discover the stories that inspire their pieces, and add their art to your collections. The local woodworking community came together several years ago under the auspices of The Fredericksburg Area Woodworkers Guild. The vision for the Guild is not only to improve the woodworking skills and abilities of it's members but to promote woodworking both locally a n d
As is often said: what the mind can conceive, and the heart can believe, the body can achieve. With this in mind, and imaginations running wild, the local hand craft community toils to perfect their craft and apply it to the pieces slated for display and sale at this year's Whiskey and Wood Artisan Festival. Having become an annual event, and the highlight of the Fredericksburg Area Woodworkers Guild calendar, the forty artisans who participate will conceive and execute new pieces that will make their first public appearances at this year's festival. Most anything you can imagine from the woodworking world will be represented as well as pierces from the pottery, blacksmith, and glass worlds. This, the fourth annual event, will take place on
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regionally. The long term win for the Guild will look like people thinking of Fredericksburg as synonymous with fine woodworking---and when they look to acquire artisan made woodworking pieces, will seek out our local maker community. The best way to bring woodworking to the eyes of the masses was to conceive of a public event that showcased the talents of the local artisans----------thus the Whiskey and Wood Artisan Festival was born. The A. Smith Bowman Distillery will again host the event and is located at
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One Bowman Drive, at Deep Run, Fredericksburg Va 22408. Visitors will experience great handcrafted art as well as enjoying world class crafted spirits. Tours of the distillery will be available as well as a tasting experience. Admission, tours, and tastings all come at no charge. Plan to spend the day at The Whiskey and Wood Artisan Festival and get to know the local woodworking community. The Fredericksburg Area Woodworkers Guild meets the first Saturday of each month from 8:30 am to 10:00 am at The Workshop located at 1104 Summit Street Fredericksburg VA 22401. All who have interest in woodworking are encouraged to attend.
Tim Eggers is the owner of Highwheel Woodworks, a Liberty Town Arts Workshop member, founder and director of the Fredericksburg Area Woodworkers Guild, and a partner in The Workshop.
Whiskey & wood Artisian Festival October 18th &19th. Friday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and on Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Host: A. Smith Bowman Distillery One Bowman Drive, at Deep Run, Fredericksburg Va 22408.
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October finds itself betwixt and between summer and fall - garden ingathering passes from the heat of summer tomatoes and riotous cucumber vines to cool-loving greens, pumpkins and their fall squash kin. The trees are beginning to show their autumn promise a bright palette as vibrant as the long fall sunsets. Days of Indian summer still tease us with warmth in the air, but the evocative scent of woodsmoke is in the cool evening breezes. This is the month to clean the vegetable garden, plant flower bulbs for their spring promise, divide the irises and daylilies, fertilize and spread grass seed, cut back dead and dying summer perennials and lay a deep mulch bed to protect your shrubs. Leaf-raking will soon begin in earnest - if you don't have the space to compost, purchase and fill garden-size paper bags from your local hardware store and carry to the yard waste area at your local landfill. You'll find menus in many restaurants trend to the season now - there are fewer microgreens and more kale salads. At home, that fiery heat of the summertime grill gives way to slower braising, stewing or oven roasting techniques - the cooking heat that you wanted outdoors in July now can be a warm welcome in the fall kitchen. My outdoor cooking appliances - especially the grill and smoker - don't get a vacation, even in snowy weather - I use them for the smoky flavors that you just can't coax out of your indoor oven. There's nothing like a smoked fresh salmon, a bronzed whole smoked turkey or a smoked pork loin, wrapped with thick-sliced bacon and sage leaves to say "Fall is on the menu". I love heartier fall side dishes - may be my German heritage coming to the fore, but chilled potato salad gives way to hot German potato salad with bacon, cheesy creamed cauliflower, red cabbage - richly sauced vegetable dishes with a platter of cheeses, crusty bread and sliced apples and pears make a delicious stand-alone dinner. No Key Lime pie for dessert in the fall - I store a bushel of mixed apples - Golden Delicious, Stayman, York and occasionally some crisp Granny Smiths - for pies, crisps, cobblers, tarts and applesauce. FALL SMOKED PORK LOIN
For this longer-cooking recipe, i suggest a whole or half pork loin, not pork tenderloins. I like to quickly sear those whole over high heat, then finish in the oven, sauced. This produces a tender, moist pork and will help prevent overcooking and the dreaded dry pork. For the smoked loin, pat dry with paper towels and season with salt, coarse ground pepper and Hungarian or smoked paprika. Fat side up, cover with fresh sage leaves, then wrap thick sliced bacon around the loin, securing with tightly tied oven string. Pat on more cracked pepper if desired. Using the indirect heating method, place the pork on the side of the grill away from direct heat and roast to internal temperature of 140F. Place the loin over the hot flames, turning as needed to crisp the bacon. Let rest on cutting board 10 minutes, then remove the string. Squeeze half a fresh lemon over the pork, then garnish with a handful of chopped parsley. Cut in ½" slices to serve. GERMAN POTATO SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING Yum! Peel and slice 6-8 boiling potatoes, then cook in lightly salted water until tender. Drain. While they're boiling, make the bacon dressing: Fry 6-8 slices of thick sliced bacon in a skillet until almost crisp - add one large diced onion and saute slowly until the bacon is crisp and the onions are transparent. Add 3T. flour to make a roux. Stir in ½ cup cider vinegar, ¼ c. chicken stock, 3T. sugar (or to taste), S&P. Keep warm - taste and add more vinegar and/ or stock until you have a creamy consistency that will cling to the potatoes.Add the potatoes to the skillet, gently lifting them so the dressing covers them evenly. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
CHEESY CAULIFLOWER Keto dieters, this is delicious! In the bottom of a 9x12" baking dish, place a layer of either slices or florets of cauliflower, S&P, then a layer of diced onions (dice yellow or white onion, and mix in slices of green onion for color), then 2 cups shredded sharp Cabot white cheddar cheese. Repeat, ending with the cheese. Pour one cup heavy cream evenly over the top, cover tightly and bake at 400F 20-30 minutes or until the cauliflower is almost tender. Uncover and continue to bake until the cheese is golden. Sprinkle with sliced green onions. FILLING FOR BAKED APPLES, ACORN SQUASH, BUTTERNUT SQUASH Mix together one cup each golden raisins, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts or pecans with ½ cup light brown sugar, a dash of salt, 2 tsp. cinnamon, 2T. grated orange zest and ½ cup orange juice. Arrange your squash or apples in a baking pan (not baking sheet).Place a generous scoop in the cavity of your squash or in the apple (cut across the top with center seeds scooped out) then top with 1-2 teaspoons of butter. Pour a small amount of water in the bottom so they won't stick. Cover and bake 375F until almost tender, then uncover, brush edges with melted butter and finish baking. Great as a side or dessert.
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SpiritS for bourbon lovers
pistachio pesto salmon by james kyle snyder
Bowman Bourbon Punch 4 oz bourbon (Recommend: Bowman Brothers from A. Smith Bowman Distillery in Fredericksburg) 4 oz orange juice A few dashes blood orange bitters Ginger beer Serves: 2 Combine bourbon, orange juice and a few dashes of blood orange bitters in a shaker filled with ice. Strain into mason jars filled with ice about until about two-thirds full, top with ginger beer and garnish with fresh orange slices.
Hot Toddy Boiling water 4 Cloves 1 Lemon twist 2 tsp Demerara sugar or brown sugar .25 oz Lemon juice 2 oz Bourbon, Fall is in full swing now. The air is turning crisper, routines have been reestablished, and the need for a healthy, delicious, quick meal is ever present. “The Grind” has begun. Even as we head into stew season, there is a craving for the fresh taste of summer. Having been forward thinking as we harvested and froze the basil, this is more than just a nagging thought. It is an easy reality. Pistachio pesto salmon is what’s for dinner tonight! You can make and freeze the pesto or just the basil - as I prefer to do so you can use it in sauces and soups. All that is necessary to prepare it for the freezer is to add 1Tbs extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) to 1 tightly packed cup of basil in a food processor. I blend it to a coarse paste so I know exactly how big the portion is that I have. I put the choppedup cup into plastic wrap and create easyto-open packages which freeze well. But wait – it’s October and all the basil is gone now. Sorry… you can grow basil indoors over the winter or you can buy it by the bunch and save this trick for next year – either way. The pesto is super easy. In a food processor, combine: 1 tightly packed cup of basil (or one of the defrosted packages), ¼ C freshly grated parmesan cheese, 1 Tbs chopped garlic, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 tsp kosher salt & ¼ tsp ground black pepper (S&P proportions to make a pinch bowl), 1Tbs EVOO if using the frozen basil – 2 Tbs if using fresh and blend into a coarse paste. Add the pistachios and coarsely chop them to test for the flavors and texture Be very careful to not blend the pistachios too much or you will make pistachio butter with a similar consistency to peanut butter; tasty
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but hard to work with. I like my pesto a little thicker with larger pieces of pistachios – especially if I am going to freeze it like the basil. You can always add more oil to thin it or chop it again to make it smoother. If the lemon and salt are to your taste at this point and the nuts are to your desired texture, take the mixture out of the food processor to adjust the oil by hand. This will avoid pistachio butter. Now for the 20-minute meal. Start heating the oven to 450 degrees. Wash a whole salmon filet (2-3 pounds), pat it dry, and place it skin side down on a cookie sheet. Being careful to not cross contaminate your pesto with raw salmon, put a thick streak of pesto on the non-skin side of the fish. Thin the pesto with a little drizzle of olive oil and spread evenly with your fingertips. The pesto will keep the salmon moist as the cheese and nuts lightly brown and crust over in the hot oven. I sometimes halve grape tomatoes or slice large tomatoes and place them on top of the pesto before baking. Put it straight into the oven, even if it has not reached 450 degrees, and bake for 15-20 minutes depending on how well done you like your salmon. Set the table and call the crew for dinner. This is a great hip pocket meal anytime of the year but especially helpful during those super busy times. Don’t be afraid to break it out when fresh sockeye salmon is in season too. Till next month, keep it simple, easy, and delicious. Be well!
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Fill a mug with boiling water and let stand for a minute or two to warm.
Meanwhile, stick the cloves into the lemon twist and set aside. Empty the mug and fill about halfway with fresh boiling water. Add the sugar and stir to dissolve. Add the prepared lemon twist and stir. Add the lemon juice and whiskey, and stir again.
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"Hard cider" is the term given to the alcoholic beverage that is made from fermented apples in order to distinguish it from the non-alcoholic version that is known simply as "cider." Hard cider is made in virtually the same way that wine is made, via the conversion of simple sugars in the fruit into ethanol, by adding yeasts. Hard ciders usually have alcohol levels ranging from 1.2 to 8.5 percent. They can taste dry to sweet, be visually clear to cloudy with sediment, and be nearly colorless to amber brown, depending on the style and cider master. Culinary apples can be used to make hard cider, with varieties like McIntosh, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Granny Smith, Gala and Fuji. Many more artisanal ciders are using heritage apples including Dabinett, Kingston Black, Roxbury Russet, and Wickson. Often the name of the apple may appear on the label. Hard cider was brought to America in the 17th century by British settlers as a safer-to-drink option to water. Colonists brought apple seeds to the New World, and were planting them in the fertile soils of New England as early as 1623. As of January 2018, there were 820 cider makers in the United States. By law in the United States, at least 50 percent of the ingredients that go into making a hard cider must be apples. This allows cider masters the freedom to make standard ciders solely from apples, or to add other fruits or other ingredients to make specialty hard ciders. Aside from standard cider, ciders can be fruited, hopped, spiced, wood-aged, sour, ice, sparkling and rosé in style. Fruited hard cider can be made with the
addition of crushed or fruit purees from peaches, cherry, raspberries, pears, and many more. Hopped ciders are made with the addition of hops to the fermentation. Spiced ciders are usually made with the addition of spices like cinnamon or ginger. Wood-aged ciders are either fermented or aged in barrels yielding earthy and woody notes. Sour ciders are those produced using different yeasts that enhance the production of acetic and lactic acid, causing them to have the desired sour taste. Apples can be frozen prior to pressing, in order to concentrate the sugar, and the cider produced from this concentrate will be much like an ice wineviscous, thick and sweet. Sparkling hard cider can be made by the addition of carbonation after the cider has been made or via other sparkling wine techniques, such as the tank method, or the traditional Champagne method (a second fermentation occurring in bottle with the addition of fruit juice and yeast to a still cider). Rosé cider can be made from the addition of grape skins from wine-making, or by using pink-fleshed apples like Pink Pearl and Amour Rouge, though some cider makers may use food grade dyes, red fruit, rose petals, or hibiscus to yield the color.
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CALEND October 2019‌Wear Pink! Breast Cancer Awareness Month **October 4 to 31 Scarecrow Contest. Come Downtown and vote for your favorite spookiest, funniest, historic, or best sue of business theme. Ballots can be found at participating businesses and the Visitor Center
Wednesday, October 2
Sunken Well Trivia tonight starting at 7:45pm, 720 Littlepage,
Thursday, October 3
Honor the memory of Mary Washington and all those who have had breast cancer. The public can tie a pink ribbon to the fence in front of the Mary Washington House during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to bring awareness to this disease. Ribbons provided free .Thru Oct 31 Ask a Dietitian Get practical answers about the role of nutrition in improving fitness, preventing disease, managing chronic conditions, and enhancing your overall well-being. Bring a bag lunch and your questions. Noon-1 pm. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 25 Chalice Circle. fredericksburgfoodcoop.com Steal the Glass Night, Join us for a draft of your favorite Red Dragon craft beer and take home this 13.5 oz Renaissance glass for free! Limit one glass per person while supplies last! Live Music at 7:30 Kenmore Inn. featuring amazing live performances with an eclectic range of musical styles - from soft jazz, blue grass and country, to pounding rock and roll..
First Friday, October 4
Tarver Harris & Susan Tilt guest srtist exhibit at FCCA, 813 Sophia St. Members Gallery, Dawn Whitmore Join Gaye Adegbalola & Lisa Lim FAM historic Council Chamber (3rd floor gallery.) is 7 - 8 PM museum's galleries open 5 - 8 PM. Cash bar and refreshments for sale from 5 - 8 PM. Capital Steps @ UMW Dodd Auditoriujm, are back! the hilarious political comedy group from DC,
Saturday, October 5
Annual Yard Sale by the Woman's Club of Fxbg 9 AM to 2 PM Dorothy Hart Comm Center, Power of Pink Breast Cancer Walk, a walk to benefit MWH Foundation's Breast Cancer Fund 8:30 a.m. 10: a.m. Red Dragon Tour the Brewery, Bill Evans, will walk you through the brewing process, discuss the history of the building 12:1; 2; 3pm The Rappahannock Pops Orchestra will kick off its 20th Season with Fall Fantasy: Summon the Heroes., &pm, James Monroe HS Aud. Tickets are available online at www.rappahannockpops.org Drum Circle Facilitator training at Eyeclopes, with Eyeclopes Studios 620 Charlotte Street FXBG, VA. Spotsylvania Farmers Market Commuter Lot Rte 3 West/ Gordon Road, 8a -1pm rain or shine. Shop local and pick up some of the healthiest, freshest, most delicious ingredients the area has to offer. Info facebook: spotsyFarmersMarket
11th Annual Empowerhouse Golf Tournament, Pendleton Golf Club, info 373-9372
Art in the Park am - 1pm at Hurkamp Park Browse and shop local artists and crafters on display
Tarver Harris & Susan Tilt, special exhibit in the FCCA's Frederick Gallery.814 Sophia St
Harvest Fest @ Farmers Mark, Hurkamp Park 9a-1p
Drum Circle Facilitator training at Eyeclopes, with a Community Drum Circle 4-5:30 Eyeclopes Studios 620 Charlotte Street .
Local Approaches to Our Climate Crisis How should our community respond to climate change? Meeting opens with a plant-based potluck. BYO plate and utensils. fredericksburgfoodcoop.com
Lynn Abbott, "Home & Away" at Brush Strokes Gallery, 824 Caroline St, opening reception, 6-9p
Jon Wiley & Brandon Snellings Live Music @LaPetite Auberge, 311 William St, 9-11p. .
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Drum Circle Facilitator training at Eyeclopes with ! 4-5:30 at Eyeclopes Studios 620 Charlotte Street
Fall Opening St. James 4pm . open for tours
UUFF Art Gallery opening reception, "Nature's Still Voice", 25 Chalice Circle
Red Dragon Tour the you through the br history of the building
Deaf & Hard of Hearinng Community Day @Geo. Washington Ferry Farm, 2-4p. Guided tour using American Sign Language
Annual Down Home Market Square, 6-10p food, kids activities, tk
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Fall Opening St. James House, 1300 Charles St 14pm . open to the public for tours only two weeks a year.
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Fall Opening St. James House, 1300 Charles St 14pm . open for tours only two weeks a year. Sunken Well Trivia tonight starting at 7:45pm, 720 Littlepage,
Thursday, October 10
Fall Opening St. James House, 1300 Charles St 14pm . open for tours only two weeks a year. Live Music at 7:30 Kenmore Inn.
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FXBG-Este Association, Education under Mussolini 7 PM, in the basement of St. George's Church,
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SpotsyFarmers Market located Commuter Lot at Route 3 West/ Gordon Road, open 8a -1pm rain or shine. Info facebook: spotsyFarmersMarket Red Dragon Tour the Brewery, Bill Evans, will walk you through the brewing process, also discuss the history of the building . 12:1; 2; 3pm Elizabeth Spencer Spragins will sign copies of her poetry collection, "The Language of Bones", Howell Libray, 1-3pm Halloween Out Door Movie Night. Grab the family and head over to Hurkamp Park for fun activities and a movie. Movie start at 7pm In concert: Helen Jane Long British artist & pianist, MWU Dodd Aud, 8pm
Wednesday, October 23
Sunken Well Trivia tonight starting at 7:45pm, 720 Littlepage, ~ Come and match wits against the finest minds in Fredericksburg! Compete for Honor, Glory, and Prizes!!
Thursday, October 24
Open Mic with Larry Hinkle Highmark Brewery!, 390 Kings HWY, Happy hour -4-6p Live Music at 7:30 Kenmore Inn. featuring amazing live performances with an eclectic range of musical styles - from soft jazz, blue grass and country, to pounding rock and roll..
Fright Night @Triton Fitness, 30 Black Jack Rd, FBXG 224075. Don"t forget your costume Fredericksburg-Este Association7 PM, in the basement of St. George's Church, free Italian composers concert.
Eden Energy Crystal Healing . Join Christina Ferber, EEM & Cheryl Howdyshell of "The Grove Brite Blessing"enhanced with the vibration of crystals and Cheryl's psychic and intuitive abilities. Info christina@itsallenergywellness.com, To register for .schedulicity.com/scheduling/IAEJCX/workshops
Karen Jonas Live Music @LaPetite Auberge, 311 William St, 8-10p. . No cover. lapetiteaubergefred.com
Plein Air Art Day at Chatham Manor 10 am to 3pm. Watch & chat with the artists on the grounds
Monday, October 21
Open Mic, Red Dragon Brewery, 6-8p Equipment provided 1419 Princess Anne St
Tuesday, October 22
The dRC Basic Sign Language classes begins, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for 6 weeks. Learn basic signs and phrases in an interactive environment. To register or for more info Rebecca Bennett at rbennett@cildrc.org or 540-373-2559.
Elizabeth Spencer Spragins will sign copies of her poetey collection, "The Language of Bones", Salem Church Library 1-3pm
Monday, October 28
Elizabeth Spencer Spragins will sign copies of her poetey collection, "The Language of Bones", Snow Library 10a-12noon Open Mic, Red Dragon Brewry, 6-8p provided 1419 Princess Anne St
Friday, October 25
ArtsLive presents "Swing into Fall", Jazz with "Satin Doll Trio", Dinner & silent Auction, tkits @artsliveva.org
Whiskey & Awood Artisan Festival, experience great handcrafted art as well as enjoying world class crafted spirits. A.Smith Bowman Distillery, One Bowman Drive, FBXG, 22408. Presented by the FXBG Area Woodworkers Guild
Treats on the Streets. From 10am to noon, visit participating businesses for treats. Fun and candy will also be located at the Visitor Center's parking lot. Look for the balloons!
Saturday, October 26
17th Annual Historic Cemetery Tour this isn't your average "ghost" tour. Join costumed historic interpreters. ride a trolley to each site. Refreshments provided.. Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society. 11a; 12:45p; 2:30p. Donations Spotsylvania Farmers Market located at the Commuter Lot at Route 3 West and Gordon Road, open 8a -1pm rain or shine. Shop local and pick up some of the healthiest, freshest, most delicious ingredients the area has to offer. Info facebook: spotsyFarmersMarket Scarecrow Stroll. Stroll in your costume before the Treats on the Streets begin. Meet at VRE Parking Lot at 9am in order to stroll down Caroline Street to the 900 block. No bikes, motorized vehicles or pets allowed. Strollers and wagons are allowed.
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Wednesday, October 30
Sunken Well Trivia tonight starting at 7:45pm, 720 Littlepage, ~ Come and match wits against the finest minds in Fredericksburg! Compete for Honor, Glory, and Prizes!!
Thursday, October 31 Happy Halloween!
Live Music at 7:30 Kenmore Inn. featuring amazing live performances with an eclectic range of musical styles - from soft jazz, blue grass and country, to pounding rock and roll..
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2nd Battle of Marye ’ s Height By Ralph “Tuffy” Hicks The second battle of Fredericksburg, also known as Marye's Heights, took place on May 3, 1863, four months after the first battle. It is considered as the prelude to the beginning of the Chancellorsville Campaign. The winter after the first battle in December 1862, was devastating on both armies with disease and freezing deaths after the Union defeat on December 13th. The Union was camped on the north side of the Rappahannock and it was written that there was hardly a tree left standing as the Northern campfires were burning night and day using large amounts of timber for the fires and building of huts for the troops.
In late April the Union army under the command of a new General, Joseph Hooker, began moving west along the north side of the Rappahannock River with four Corps (70,000). General Hooker left Major General John Sedgwick at Fredericksburg with 27,000 troops. General Robert E. Lee had marched west along the Plank road following the movements of the Union army, while leaving a force of 12,000 troops and 45 cannon to defend the seven mile Confederate front that extended as far as the large southern camp at Moss Neck near the town of Port Royal. General Jubal Early was in command of all the Confederate troops with orders to watch and engage the Union army at Fredericksburg. Early was told if he had to retreat to move southward to protect the Southern supply depot. At dawn on May 3, 1863 General Sedgwick attacked the center of the Confederate lines at Marye's Heights. His troops were driven back on the first two assaults with heavy losses by the Mississippi Regiment under the command of General Barksdale. The Union called a truce after the second assault to remove the wounded and dead from the field in front of the stone wall. The truce was granted by Colonel Thomas Griffin of the 18th Mississippi Infantry. It was during this truce that the Union soldiers noticed that the flank on the confederate left was weak and with few troops defending, Sedgwick would take advantage of this in his next assault. During the third attack Barksdale's troops were forced to retreat southward up the hill (Lafayette Blvd) which today has been recently excavated for development. Sedgwick did not continue the attack, turning and moving to the west as he had been ordered. The Confederate had lost 700 men, Sedgwick lost 1,000 men during the battle. Sedgwick would move westward on the Plank Road to join up with General Hooker in Chancellorsville, however, he was met with strong resistance near the old toll gate (entrance to today's mall) and could not advance any further than Old Salem Church. General Lee had ordered a division to move back from Chancellorsville to Salem Church upon hearing that Sedgwick had broken thru the Southern lines at Fredericksburg. The Union forces were forced to retreat to the north (Heatherstone Drive) and cross the Rappahannock on pontoon bridges at Banks Ford. Sedgwick was unable to complete his mission, which resulted in the major reason for Hookers defeat and retreat at Chancellorsville. General Hooker in his report would blame the failure of General Sedgwick to reach Chancellorsville for the loss of the battle. Union and confederate deaths and wounded would total over 9,000 at Salem Church. Today Salem Church is owned by the National Military Park Service and is only open a few times per year. The Confederates returned and captured back Marye's Heights on May 4, in the early morning hours, that would end of the Second Battle of Fredericksburg. Brompton after the Civil War was operated as a dairy farm owned by the Rowe family for many years. Today it is the home of the President of the University of Mary Washington and not open to the public.
Dediated in Memory : April Saunders Hansell, Virginia Rosser, Myrna Lancaster Tollet Tuffy is the Front Porch resident FXBG historian
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OUR HERITAGE
A look at the Central Rappahannock Heritage Center collection
prohibition & back By john reifenberg One of the more interesting aspects about working at the Center is the wide variety and age of photographs that come through the door. A recent favorite photograph sparked an interest and we were determined to look deeper. At first exposure, we were not even sure if the photo was taken in Virginia, let alone Fredericksburg. But after a posting on our Facebook page, an alert follower helped us with the location. Taken near the corner of William (Commerce) and Princess Anne Streets, it depicts the imbiber celebrating the end of Prohibition by downing a bottle of 3.2 beer. As we learned, this was a beer that was allowed to be sold in the state as long as it contained no more than 3.2 % alcohol by volume. Not surprisingly, the photo was taken in front of the Star Building, home of the local paper at the time. After searching through Star our collection of Free Lance-S bound newspapers, we uncovered the article and picture in the April 15th, 1933 issue. As it turns out, the three people depicted were members of the Free Lance-Star staff. The title over the picture states; “Dinks” Farmer Tosses Off a Cold Bottle. The caption under the photo says “Fastest man on Free Lance-Star staff pulls a fast one by guzzling a bottle of ‘Royal Pilsen’ while feminine contingent of the newspaper office looks on with envious eyes”. The argument over whether or not Virginia should be a “wet or dry” state takes up a lot of newspaper ink and is rather interesting reading. As an example, former State Senator C. O’Conor Goolrick of Fredericksburg was nominated as chairman of the Repeal Convention and
urged in his acceptance speech, a system “… unattended by too many restrictions….while supplying a popular demand for alcoholic beverages, (which) will tend to promote temperance among our people”. The years of 1933 and 1934 are replete with articles covering the subject of whether Virginia should be a wet or dry state and prohibition in general. And as far as the archives go at the Center, that is the tip of the iceberg. Join us for a trip through history. John Reifenberg Retired from the National Park Service after 31 years of service. He has been volunteering at the Center since the fall of 2011.
What’s in a Goodbye? roxbury farm & garden center By jon gerlach the business as of 1977. However, a perfect storm of big-box competition, a shrinking market, and an unusually wet year in 2017, forced Roxbury to shutter its operations this past June. We were really sad to say goodbye, and we wish all of its principals and employees the best in coming years. In 2017, a beautiful mural measuring 32 ft. long by 8 ft. tall was installed on Roxbury’s warehouse wall along Jackson Street. “This community project was an initiative by the Multicultural OutReach Effort organization to celebrate diversity and promote cultural and racial harmony through creative, artistic expression”, says Virginia.org.
At the end of the movie Casablanca, vanishing into the fog of an uncertain future, expatriate Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart) says to Captain Renault: “Louie, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.” Talk about unforgettable endings … and beginnings. Often, historic preservation works that way too. Consider the story of the Roxbury Farm & Garden Center. Roxbury enjoyed a 90 year run as a popular business in Fredericksburg,
supporting regional farmers, gardeners and landscapers. Opened in 1929 by A.L. Brulle as a feed store, by the mid 1900s it was one of the largest in Central Virginia. One of the warehouses dates to 1903 and was used by the lumber company that preceded Brulle. Starting in 1973, Roxbury was managed by Henry Lynn and his wife, Sunny Lynn, and later, their son, Andy Lynn. The large brick building at 601 Lafayette Blvd. housed the retail side of
The colorful mural features a wonderful array of multi-colored tiles, stones and “found” objects. Time, talent and resources for this amazing project came from hundreds of sources, including in-kind donations by local notables such as Gaye Adegbalola, Carl & Anne Little, Fredericksburg City Public Schools, Marguerite Young, and many, many others. For a complete list of the mural’s volunteers and donors, please see the commemorative plaque on-site. We hope this unique mural – a gorgeous testament to the human spirit and a landmark in its own right – will be preserved for future generations.
Lafayette Blvd., and preserve the mural along Jackson Street. Along with RACSB and its many supporters, there is another shining star in this story: Roxbury’s general manager, Andy Lynn. He now runs RACSB’s horticultural program for adults with developmental disabilities. As we walk into the fog of time, Roxbury’s future seems bright indeed. So … what’s in a Goodbye? Here … an end, and a beginning.
An attorney and retired archaeologist, Jon Gerlach chairs the Architectural Review Board in Fredericksburg Photos by Jon Gerlach
Just last month, all four parcels of land at Roxbury were purchased by its neighbor, Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB), for $3.75 Million. RACSB is evaluating how best to re-use the property to support its mission. Officials there assure me that they hope to rehabilitate the main building on
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Senior Care animals are great Dog Walking Pet Sitting Companion Play Time & Mini Furies, Too!
By Karl Karch
(540-903-0437; lexig0892@gmail.com) On facebook as “City PetSitting”
While pet ownership is not for everyone, interaction with pets can have a big positive impact on older adults. The Free Lance Star had a “cutest pet photo” contest in September. Viewing these photos brought smiles to my face. Research found that pets make humans feel good and can also be therapeutic. For example, just 15 minutes bonding with an animal sets off a chemical chain reaction in the brain which lowers levels of cortisol, the fight-or-fight hormone, and increases the production of serotonin, the feel-good hormone, resulting in lower heart rate, blood pressure, and stress levels. Over the long term, the positive biological impact of pet interactions can lower cholesterol levels and may even lower the risk of heart disease and stroke. But, in my opinion, the psychological and social benefits of pet ownership or interaction are more recognizable. The Pew Research Center found that older adults spend more than half of their waking hours alone. Loneliness and isolation are a significant problem with up to 40% of Americans over age 45 suffering from chronic loneliness which may lead to poor physical and/or mental health and costly medical bills. A recent study conducted by Home Instead Senior Care found that a simple act like petting a dog, holding a cat or watching a bird can bring joy to a senior who may be feeling lonely. Pets provide unconditional love and provide owners (especially those living alone) with someone to talk to, a sense of purpose, stress relief, and entertainment. Eightytwo percent of senior animal owners living in their own home said they would not consider moving to a senior living community without their pet. While there are many benefits to owning a pet later in life, Home Instead also found that even occasional interactions with pets prove beneficial for older adults. Older adults
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achieve positive feelings when spending time with animals in other capacities, such as visiting with pets owned by family, friends or neighbors. This interaction is especially important because it also provides the opportunity to socialize, further reducing feelings of loneliness. However, pet ownership is not without risks. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study found over 86,000 people per year go to the emergency room because of falls involving their dogs and cats. For frail elderly, fractures from falls can be devasting. And, death of a beloved pet can add to stress and potential depression. Having said this, many doctors believe the benefits of pet ownership far outweigh the risks. My wife and I have two indoor cats we dearly love. But they are not the neatest eaters, we “scoop the poop”, cat hair is everywhere, we trip over them and their toys, and they wake us up too early. If things like this keep you from owning a pet, consider owning a robotic pet. Check out www.JoyForAll.com to learn about their line of robotic cats and dogs, a good solution especially for those with cognitive impairment living at home or in facilities. It may help reduce agitation, anxiety, depression or confusion, and provide comfort and companionship without the daily maintenance of owning a live pet. Home Instead Senior Care compiled information and tips to help seniors incorporate animals into their lives in the website www.PetsAndSeniors.com. Animals are a great option to enhance the quality of life for many older adults. Karl Karch is a Gerontologist and local franchise owner of Home Instead Senior Care, a licensed home care organization providing personal care, companionship and home helper services in the Fredericksburg and Culpeper region.
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When I teach classes on Energy Medicine, I usually start off with some techniques that show my clients, who are sometimes skeptics, that their energy can be shifted simply by making an intention or by working with a specific physical part of the body. While these aren’t really “party tricks,” the following are some fun exercises to try, and they might make you a believer too. This first exercise is a Qi Gong exercise from The Master Key, by Robert Peng. Start by placing the palms of your hands together with the ridgeline of your wrists meeting. Note that your fingers are the same length. Next place your left hand in your lap and raise your right hand to shoulder height with your fingers pointing upward. Close your eyes and imagine that your fingers are growing longer and longer. Think it and visualize your fingers stretching up to the clouds, and into outer space. Continue this for about 30 seconds. Then, open your eyes and match your wrists and palms together again. Chances are your right hand’s fingers are a just a little longer than they were before. Creating a Qi Ball, or ball of energy, is another exercise taken from The Master Key. Rub your hands together vigorously for at least twenty seconds. Then hold your hands hip width apart in front of your body with your palms facing each other. See if you can sense energy or heat, or even tingles. Slowly move your hands closer together so that they are a few inches apart, and then move them slowly back to where they were. Continue this “pumping” action, bringing your hands in and out for about twenty seconds. Do you feel like you have an ‘energy ball’ between your hands? At the very least, hopefully you can sense that the energy between your hands is different than the energy field outside of
them. This next technique is from Eden Energy Medicine (EEM) and works with the Small Intestine Meridian (energy pathways in the body). Bend forward, trying to touch your toes and note how far you can bend, so you have a baseline. Then do a Crown Pull by bringing your thumbs to your temples and your fingertips to the middle of your forehead. With pressure, stretch your forehead by moving your fingers to your temples. Repeat at your hairline and move over your head until you reach the base of your neck. Pull across it and place your fingers behind your shoulders. Squeeze your shoulders and pull your fingers over them to the front. Take a deep breath and pull your hands off. Next, massage the inside of your thighs up and down (see picture) at the Small Intestine Neurolymphatic(NL) Points. Take a deep breath and bend over again. Were you able to bend a little farther this time? This last technique is a very simple one that works about 90% of the time for me. The next time you get the hiccups, try this first and see if it doesn’t help get rid of them better than drinking water. Simply hold the Pericardium 7 point on your wrist crease that is in line with your middle finger (see picture). Hold it for a few minutes or until your hiccups go away. You can try it on the other hand, too. For more techniques and exercises to keep you balanced and keep the energy flowing, visit www.itsallenergywellness.com.
Christina Ferber is a Certified Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner
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Emancipated Patients communication By Patrick Neustatter, MD
Communication between doctor and patient can be a fraught business at the best of times – but when they both speak a different language it can be downright disastrous. At the Moss Clinic, which can be a bit like the Tower of Babel, trying to communicate with patients from many different parts of the world can be a real challenge. But now are our bacon is being saved by The Imani Multicultural Center. This is an organization formed to help refugees and the underserved in our diverse and multicultural community. Help them become integrated, acculturated and self sufficient, notes the Center’s mission statement. As part of this they are providing translators at Moss Clinic - usually for the more commonly spoken languages like Spanish, Urdu, Hindi and Farsi. But their list includes potential help for speakers of exotic tongues, like Telugu, Sinhalese, Pashtu or Ukrainian. I was intrigued to know where these miracle workers had sprung from, so contacted, and arranged to visit the miracle worker in chief, Rev. Munira ElBearny who trained as an interfaith minister at Mary Washington and runs the center with her sister. Here they help immigrants, often arriving in crisis from war torn or violent parts of the world, to find jobs, accommodation, legal services, healthcare and more. Originally from Mombasa on the east coast of Kenya, with its Islamic influenced culture from the trading dhows that plied down the east coast of Africa between Arabia, Lamu and Zanzibar, Rev. Munira’s sitting room at the center was like Ali Ba Ba’s cave. Exotically embellished and carved furniture, gilt framed verses from the Koran, and many family photo’s. I was fed a wonderful exotic “African food” lunch and shown the three car garage that was
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converted into a class room and another outbuilding converted to a prayer center, all in the appropriately jungle like environs of rural Spotsylvania. A Specialized Job Translators provide good communication, which is of course essential. Rev. Munira tells the story of one woman who came to them “ convinced she had TB...she didn’t understand the doctor was just making sure she didn’t have it.” “People need to be trained as translators” she insists. Many non-English speaking parents use their kids to translate, but they may be too emotionally attached to be willing to give someone bad news. “If their family member has cancer, they may not be willing to tell them.” There’s are also the cultural differences to take account of. “To some people, nodding the head just means ‘I hear you’ not ‘I agree.’” I have experienced these kinds of impediments in different parts of the world – complaints that seemed to have no equivalent in our culture like “itchy blood” or “cancer with sores on the inside.” Or translators that leave something to be desired - In Haiti the translator would summarize the patient’s 10 minute impassioned monologue, made with gestures and expression worthy of an Oscar, as ”gas.” Symbolic of a Bigger Problem Doctors are often not good communicators – in part because medical school tends to be focused on left-brain “dethatched objective neutrality.” Nirmal Joshi, MD, chief medical officer for Pinnacle Health, who wrote an op-ed in the New York Times titled “Doctor, Shut Up and Listen” claims “we need to move away from the perception that social skills and better communication are a kind of optional extra.” At least, now, at Moss, with the Imani Center translators we are one step closer to better communication.
Patrick Neustatter is the Medical Director of the Moss Free Clinic. author of "Managing Your Doctor, The Smart Patient's Guide to Getting Effective, Affordable Healthcare", available at Amazon.com
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FXBG Music Scene helen jane long By seph gannon
Record labels turn to online statistics to see how their artists are performing. Ironically, it is a British independent artist from Hampshire, UK, Helen Jane Long, who in 2018 became the first ever BILLION streaming pianist and composer in the world. Put into context, this is hundreds of millions more US streams than artists signed to major labels such as Madonna, Andrea Bocelli, Rita Ora and Kylie Minogue. Helen is best known for her memorable piano themes and beautiful string arrangements. Her first music video “When Angel‘s Rise” (from her Identity album) won “Best Inspirational Film” at both the New York Film Awards and Los Angeles Global Film Awards. Helen Jane Long has released seven piano albums and an eighth is due to be released early next year. She has composed extensively for film and television, creating music for some of the worlds most lucrative advertising brands including the multi-million dollar campaign for British Airways, To Fly. To Serve. Her kaleidoscopic talent is a wonder to behold. Shift the lens in one direction and you see the remarkably gifted multi-instrumentalist, turn it again and you find the highly accomplished composer and recording artist. Helen’s signature sound is epic, cinematic and emotional. It inspires, it captivates and warms the soul. Enormously talented, extraordinarily kind, deeply devoted to her family and exceptionally engaged in the processes of composing and performing, it’s obvious that no matter which lens you view Helen Jane Long
through, certain things remain crystal clear. Her lifelong devotion to her music and development of her craft has spawned the music that enhances and illuminates the world around us. As part of her 2019 international tour, Helen will be coming to Fredericksburg and performing at the Dodd Auditorium, University of Mary Washington,1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg on Saturday 19th October at 8pm. She will be playing a selection of her most popular piano pieces from her best selling albums and will be accompanied by her string ensemble. We are excited to announce that Helen will be premiering a new piece from her forthcoming album, due for release early next year. There will also be an opportunity at the end of the evening to meet Helen and have merchandise signed. Helen Jane Long will also be performing at Symphony Space, New York on Saturday 26th October and St James’s Church, London December.
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Seph Gannon - Seph Gannon is an author born in Pennsylvania and living in Fredericksburg. His first novel Ravelled is inspired by his life experiences and compassion for all living things. Ravelled is available on pre-order from amazon.com Helen Jane Long Concert October 19, 8pm UMW Dodd Auditorium Tickets www.helenjanelong.com
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Art in the Burg Galleries in October Lynn Abbott, "Home & Away" Brush Strokes Gallery, Opening Reception First Friday, October 4
“Sunrise on Princess Anne”, Lynn Abbott @Brush Strokes Brush Strokes Gallery invites dreamers and art lovers alike to embark on a romantic and grand visual journey during October through Featured Artist Lynn Abbott's exhibit, "Home and Away…A Fine Art Journey There and Back Again." The exhibit celebrates the spirit of adventure and it bids gallery guests to travel with the artist, both near and far. Through Abbott's work, viewers may wander the gardens at the Louvre; travel by Parisian train to Provence; meander along the shores of Lake Como, Italy; explore the Shenandoah Valley or revel in the historic beauty of Fredericksburg, Virginia. At First Friday Reception between 6-9 p.m. Lynn will give an artist's talk about the exhibit at approximately 7:45 pm. Don't miss it! Home & Away will run thru October 28. ~ Norma Woodward
“Roses”, Beverley Coates
"Stitch" - Works by Elizabeth Woodford Artful Dimensions Gallery 922 Caroline Street Opening Reception, First Friday Elizabeth fiber-art exhibit works are inspired by the sea, the flora and nature's beauty. "I am constantly inspired by the wonders of our natural world. I am an avid organic gardener and I use many of my plant materials as elements and components in my artistic endeavors. I am also very moved and inspired by the struggles of other people all over the world. I often look to foreign ethnic groups for subjects and content and incorporate components from other cultures, collected for me by siblings, who live and serve in other nations across the globe."Exhibit runs thru Octoner 28 ~Sally Cooney Anderson
“The Museum”, Nancy Brittle @Artists Alliance
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Elizabeth Woodford @ Artful Dimensions
Plein Air Art Day Chatham Manor Saturday, October 19; 10a-3 3p
Local artists and photographers Beach and a Bit Beyond." Her oil paintings will spread out on the grounds of Chatham show aspects of the rich architectural to create their special work of art using diversity of Colonial Beach and the land of our favorite venue as their subject. its surrounding counties. The works are small, quick, gestural, plein air studies. T h e gallery is located at 100 Taylor St., Suite 101, in Colonial Beach. The public is Plein Air Artists, @Chatham Manor invited free of charge. For Join the fun! Come by and watch information call 804 224 7200, 804 224 the artists and photographers at work and 6007, or 301 452 1333. The gallery chat with them about their work. Rain or hours are 11am - 5pm, Friday - Sunday. shine, but we're hoping for a lovely day for The show runs through November 3. all! ~Rob Rudnick (plein-air - denoting or in the manner of a 19th-century style of painting outdoors, or with a strong sense of the open air, that became a central feature of French impressionism.) ~Beth Stenstrom
Nancy Brittle, "The Beach & a Bit Beyond" Artists' Alliance, Colonial Beach Opening Reception, October 11, 6-9 9pm The Artists' Alliance (AA) at Jarrett Thor Fine Arts is featuring painter Nancy Brittle. Nancy's show is called "The
“Mural Artist”, Penny A Parrish
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Tarver Harris & Susan Tilt, in the FCCA's Frederick Gallery. Dawn Whitmore in Members Gallery 814 Sophia St ~ Valerie Lecea (see page 5)
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“BarnScape”, Dawn Whitmore @FCCA Members Gallery
“Flowers Forever”, Lynn Abbott Daily 10 to 6.
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Name This House win downtown gift certificate
Identify this mystery house and you could win a gift certificate from a downtown merchant. Here’s how: Email frntprch@aol.com, Subject: Mystery House, Identify house address, Your name, address, email. The poem below is a hint of the location of the mystery house. Good Luck!
Last Month’s House: 1615 Franklin Street Winner of a gift certificate: "Shoppes at Caroline Square" is Aaron Williams The Tiny Ones The street so straight, in a row so sweet, of houses mostly like you. Your colors so Fall, makes me want to come in, and sit by your fire,and chat. Many years ago, you were the main house, on a farm of many acres. Almost in downtown,near Hanover St.,where the newer big homes sit. But they do not compare, nor do your neighbors, who copy-catted you. Better with age is a saying so true, especially when it is referring to you. p.s. I love your little white fence, and homey red metal roof!!
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I’m shot, get the doctor By Bob ePP, bOB lOOKABILL, & JOHN KANASTER Imagine you are a young Civil War Soldier and you have just been wounded on the battlefield. Immediately, you want the assistance of the regimental doctor. But, who was that doctor and how capable was he? (A surgeon, assistant surgeon and a hospital steward were optimally assigned to each regiment.) At the outbreak of hostilities the surgeon was likely to be the community doctor where the company of which you were a member was recruited or formed. Not all community doctors were equal. Some of them might have gotten their medical knowledge through their career as a drug salesman. Others might have been pharmacists who simply hung up their shield and began treating the needy. Many were not accredited! These lesser-trained doctors were more likely to be assigned as the assistant surgeon with the regiment. If he had the financial resources a future surgeon may have studied at a university (such as Virginia or Maryland or South Carolina) or a medical school in the eastern United States such as Philadelphia's Jefferson Medical College.
The curricula at those institutions in the late 1840's and 1850's usually consisted of 4 to 7 lectures, which were bought individually. In the first year the student studied those topics in the lecture hall. The same series of lectures were repeated in the second year and an optional written thesis was added. When the thesis was accepted the student was granted his medical degree. At almost no point during those two years of study did the student experience laboratory or practical application of his classroom studies. He certainly had little experience in treating gun-shot wounds or cannonball shrapnel injuries or broken bone injuries prior to his assignment to his regiment. Confederate Army regulations were adopted in 1862 requiring an examination of medical applicants before their promotion and/or appointment to a regiment. Dr. Alexander A. McQueen of Alabama passed through the examination process in Richmond. Upon his successful completion, he was appointed to the 2nd NC Infantry Battalion, of Daniels Brigade, Rhodes Division.
Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society.17th Annual Historic Cemetery Tour this isn't your average "ghost" tour. Join costumed historic interpreters. ride a trolley to each site. Refreshments provided.. 11a; 12:45p; 2:30p. Donations Accepted The Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society was formed in January 2000 by a small group of dedicated people interested in getting the word out about the rich colonial heritage of Fredericksburg and the surrounding area. Fredericksburg has long been known for its Civil War heritage, but there is so much more here than that and we want people to know about it.
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At Ellwood, two Confederate Infantry Regiments were left behind when Stonewall Jackson's 2nd Corps moved away following the Flank March after the Battle of Chancellorsville. Dr. John A. Graham was a prominent physician in Lexington, VA prior to his assignment to the 5th VA Infantry Civil War Apothecary Regiment, one of the Regiments left at the seriously injured arm or leg. Recovery mansion house. Dr. Graham, who was from the wounds and surgery would occur medical-school trained, was placed in at a convalescent hospital like the one set charge of this convalescent hospital. up at Ellwood. The wounded Civil War soldier, if he was fortunate, was retrieved from the battlefield by his recovery/burial unit and taken to a regimental/brigade hospital. If your wounds were too severe, you might be transported to the corps hospital. At any one of these medical stations a doctor might perform an amputation of your
Friends of Wilderness Battlefield is a nonprofit organization of volunteers dedicated to the preservation, advocacy, and interpretation of the Wilderness and the battlefield. For more information, or for information on joining, please visit our website at www.fowb.org
Freehling on Fred City receives state recognition
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By Bill Freehling The City of Fredericksburg has received statewide recognition for its environmental stewardship efforts. The Virginia Municipal League (VML) recently announced that Fredericksburg was chosen as the statewide winner for the "Environmental Quality" award for excellence in local government. The statewide competition recognizes innovative problem-solving, excellence in management, citizen participation, and improved services to citizens. It is recognized as Virginia's highest honor in local government creativity. The awards will be presented at VML's annual conference in Roanoke in October. There are categories for Community Health, Economic Development, Environmental Quality, Public Safety, Working with Youth, and Communications. VML had this to say about the City of Fredericksburg: In 2016 the Fredericksburg City Council's 20-year vision for their city included language to expand sustainability efforts and prevent littering - both of which affect the longterm quality of life for residents of the Rappahannock River community. Several initiatives begun since January 2018 have already resulted in significant improvements. Even better, these initiatives take a common-sense approach that motivates Fredericksburg's citizens to be part of the solution. For starters, the city's Parks and Recreation Department initiated a "Clean as you Go" program along the riverbank walking paths. As part of the program, the department set up several stations where hikers can obtain bags and trash grabbers to collect litter during their outings and deposit the full bags at the end of their walk. To discourage littering, a new policy requires that those caught littering be given a bag to pick up trash
for an hour instead of being arrested. Another new policy seeks to reduce the graffiti commonly found on rocks and surfaces near the river. Violators are now required to pay the $1,000 cost for one gallon of the environmentally friendly cleaner that must be used in proximity to the river. The city also partnered with several organizations to install cigarette butt collectors in city-owned parks so that the butts can be recycled into compost and park benches. Finally, new brochures distributed by Public Works encourage city residents to begin composting to reduce organic waste sent to the landfill. That's a lot of smart initiatives to improve Fredericksburg's natural environment in just two years
In Other News: The name of Fredericksburg's new Minor League Baseball team will be unveiled Oct. 5. The owners of the team now known as the Potomac Nationals will announce the name at a free event scheduled to start at 10 a.m. outside the team's new office and store at 601 Caroline St. (Executive Plaza). Wolfe Street will be closed for the event between Caroline Street and the garage. The official name-announcement ceremony will begin promptly at 11 a.m. Fans in attendance will get a first look at team logos and merchandise, which will be available for purchase immediately following the event and inside the team store. The new stadium is expected to open in April just north of the Fredericksburg Expo Center
Bill Freehling, Fredericksburg's director of economic development and tourism
By mandy smith Bad Reviews! Every business gets them. You can strive for perfection, excellent customer service, 100% accuracy, and yet they happen. Your first feeling is shock and then denial. You immediately want to write the reviewer back and tell them they are wrong. Take a breath‌ walk away from the computer, and simmer down. You do not want to write a response when you are angry. It is really hard not to take bad reviews personally. After all, your business is your passion. You and your team put forth 110% effort, ensuring you are putting out the best product, providing excellent service, or creating a memorable experience. When bad reviews strike, what should you, as a business owner do? You cannot delete them or make them go away. The only way to combat bad reviews is with good ones. People are very quick to write a negative review. However, they are not as quick to write a positive one. There are several things you can do as a business owner to get customers to write a review. One way is to simply ask. When you know a customer has had a great experience, ask them to write a review. It is amazing how just by asking, people will follow through. You can also ask your followers on Facebook to write a review. We already know they like your business, which is why they follow you. Empower your followers to be ambassadors for your business! You may also want to consider incentivizing your customers. If you have an online retail store, after the product is received by your customer, send them an email thanking them for their purchase. Include a coupon to use on their next purchase, and ask them for a review of the product. Maintaining an email database is a great way to connect with your customers. You can send out a coupon along with the request to review your business. When asking for a review make sure to include what site you want the review written on i.e. Facebook, Google, Yelp, your business website, TripAdvisor, etc. Also, be sure to consistently ask. Make asking part of your everyday operations. Set the example and train your staff!
(even though it is negative).Apologize. Offer to talk with them over the phone or through email (this is better than hashing it out over the internet). Once you are corresponding in a private manner: Get more information about what happened. Let them know how you plan to fix the problem. It could simply be a training issue. Offer them a gift card and invite them back. Ask them to follow up with you so they can tell you about their experience (You may also circle back with them). If it went great, ask them politely to change their review. By taking the time to correspond with your bad reviewers, you are showing them that you truly care about their experience. You may even gain a happy customer for life. People are influenced by reviews. They will decide to eat at your restaurant, buy your product, and use your services based on what others have experienced. It is impossible to make everyone happy and no matter how hard you work, bad reviews are inevitable. Try to stay positive, don’t take them to heart, and overcome them with good reviews. Mandy Smith is the Promotions & Marketing Director for B101.5
When you receive a bad review it is always important to respond. Keep it simple. Do not try to justify everything. All the reviewer cares about is that they have been heard, that you empathize with them, and that you plan to fix the problem. A good response has the following: Thank them for the review
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Companions boo! did I scare you??? by Gerri Reid dvm but be sure to dispose of it properly once it begins to rot and the season has ended. Everyone loves to take their children Trick-orTreating and even bring our pets along for the fun. Glow sticks tend to adorn our trick-ortreater's neck or hands to light the way during the night. Keep glow sticks away for your pet as they may think it is a play toy. The "liquid" inside is non-toxic, tends to taste bad, and it can cause your pet to drool, paw at its mouth or even vomit. If your pet does ingest the liquid inside the glow stick, give your pet some water or a meal to help remove the taste from its mouth. October brings the changing colors of the trees. We can enjoy cool crisp mornings while taking your morning walk with the dog. We can have a cup of coffee on our porch as the dogs can freely lay out in the yard most of the day. Fall is a great season! As we prepare for Halloween festivities, all pet owner should be aware of the dangers that lurk out there for our pets. Here are some tips to keep your little 4-legged goblins safe this Halloween. The best part of Halloween is the CANDY of course! Kids and even adults enjoy the array of sweet treats we collect on that day. But those treats are not good for your pet. Chocolate candy can be toxic to your pet when ingested. It can cause gastrointestinal (stomach) upset which can lead to vomiting and diarrhea. Candy containing artificial sweeteners such as Xylitol can be poisonous. In small amounts, xylitol can cause seizures and even liver failure. So, keep those treats to yourself and away from your pet as no one wants to spend the day after Halloween in the Emergency clinic. Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins everywhere! This time of the year we look forward to carving pumpkins and roasting pumpkin seeds. Pets tend to show interest in this tasty gourd, but be careful. Small amount of pumpkin is safe but ingesting large pieces of uncooked or moldy pumpkins can cause gastrointestinal upset and even blockage. Carve that pumpkin
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If your pets are not heading out to go trick-or-treating, be sure to keep your pets inside that night. Pranksters are known to harm animals on this night. They can injure, steal or even kill animals. Black cats are definitely at risk on Halloween night. Most shelters will not adopt out black cats during the month of October to avoid bad things being done to them. The best thing to do on Halloween is to keep your pets inside to ensure their safety and well being as the festivities of Halloween are enjoyed by all. As we begin to enjoy the Autumn days, October is filled with pumpkinpicking, hay rides and Halloween. We take precautions for our children during this time by making sure they are safe when they go Trick-or-Treating but don't forget about your pets! Enjoy your sweet rewards after a night of collecting candy but keep your pets away from it. Everyone loves Halloween night as it is a time for the kids to enjoy those tasty sweets and for the adults to lie in wait to sneak a piece of candy or two from them! But remember to safeguard your pets on Halloween Night so they can live to Howl another day!
Dr. Gerri S. Reid is the Owner/Veterinarian of Reid Mobile Veterinary Services. 540-623-3029; reidmobilevetservices.com ; facebook eVetServices photo of Dr. Reid newest addition, “Chocko�, by Gerri
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Astrology & You
THE POETRY MAN
october transits & you
By Frank Fratoe
Rappahannock Trail
By Dianne Bachman
I explore under light where a sylvan passage follows the riverbank, nature adoring ground in a placement of gems and each stone afire. Onyx interweaves with turquoise and diamond plus an emerald or two, that the oaks wielding cutter-branches shred then slipped downward. I double back and view the woodland presence overlaid with sunshine, as methodology of maze keeps enhancing itself to bejewal a footpath. Frank Fratoe lives & writes in the city.he loves.
October, the month when the days grow even shorter, the nights grow cooler. The stray crickets hop their way into our dwellings, seeking warmth and the promise of protection from the first frost. Indeed, we are standing at the doorway of big change. Mother Earth is preparing herself and all her creatures for a long sleep. The full Moon for this month is appropriately called the “Hunter’s Moon”, because it is historically a time to prepare for the sparse, cold months ahead. Mother Nature creates her earth rhythms and patterns in such an amazingly wise way, just as the planets create angles as they travel around the sun. These planetary journeys around the Sun are called transits. Let’s look at some of the transits that may affect us throughout this fall passage so that we might better prepare ourselves for this portion of our own journey. On October 3, Mercury enters the sign of Scorpio, is conjunct with Venus and opposes Uranus. Mercury is the planet of communication and thinking and Venus is the planet of love, relationships and unity. This is a good time to communicate love and affection, but even
more, to deeply appreciate the arts, poetry, beauty. Uranus can find us being a bit impatient, maybe even impulsive, as this planet urges us toward new experiences. Watch out for being a bit too blunt, as Uranus can inadvertently shake things up with Mercury by being too communicative! Also, on October 3, Pluto goes direct in Capricorn and is conjunct Saturn. Looking at changing jobs or responsibilities? This can be a stressful time, as Pluto looks for transformation and Saturn can tend to resist change. But, without tension, we would not be motivated to grow and change. Sometimes it is best to surrender to change and go with the flow. Fighting change can drain energy, but only you will know what is best for you. Take heart: out of adversity can come a huge Ah ha! The guy we wanted to punch in the nose yesterday could become the guy we want to thank profusely today. October 4, Mars enters the sign of Libra, where focus can be on equality and balance. For the month or so, Mars is opposing Chiron, which provides motivation and energy to work on that which nags us, worries us, follows us around, or is of our shadow nature. October 13, Full Moon in Aries, trine the planet Jupiter, squaring Saturn and Pluto (which are conjunct). Wowzah! On an individual level, there is energy to find our bliss through a sense of expansiveness and well-being. On a collective level, there can be an opportunity to focus on social reform and looking after the well-being of our brothers and sisters here on Earth. On the other hand, the Saturn/Pluto square can bring to light our melancholy moods or how we obsess sometimes. The light shines on them so we can acknowledge their presence. If you do find yourself
feeling depressed, this is the time to face the feelings rather than suppressing them. Talk to a friend, clergy, a therapist, start a journal, anything to allow yourself to express and then integrate what you have learned about yourself. Note: this moon tends to be bigger and more orange than other moons, so if the night sky is clear, give yourself a treat and look up! October 23, the Sun enters Scorpio and opposes the planet Uranus. Surprise! This is the magic word for the next few days. The Sun shines light on that which is hidden and could be the catalyst for discovery. Lots of energy in the air, so you may find yourself feeling impatient or restless. Take a breath and keep an open mind. Ask: What is being stirred up within me? What have I not considered? October 27, New Moon in Scorpio, opposing Uranus. Be careful in managing your relationships, as you may feel impulsive or become obsessive. This is a good time, however, to get to the truth, as Uranus stirs things up while Scorpio gets to the bottom of it all. It can certainly be a stormy time, one where you might feel rebellious or out of sorts. Be patient and practice good self-care, as the Moon will move along to Sagittarius by the evening hours of October 29. October 31, our zippy little planet, Mercury, goes retrograde in Scorpio until November 20. Scorpio is a water sign. Have you ever tried to run in water? Then, you know how Mercury feels during this retrograde period! On the other hand, our ability to express our deepest truths through slowing down and reflecting upon them can promote so much emotional growth. Diane Bachman is a psychotherapist & astroger practicing in FXBG. She can be reached at dbachmanlcsw@gmail ..com
Dog Walking Pet Sitting Companion Play Time & Mini Furies, Too! (540-903-0437; lexig0892@gmail.com) On facebook as “City PetSitting” front porch fredericksburg
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Meet Amy Ha
Fredericksburg Sketches A visual Celebration of our community
Intern Spotlight
By Casey Alan Shaw
By DeLaura Padovan
Downtown Greens Intern Q: Tell us a little about yourself. Amy: I am a senior at UMW, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration. I love the arts and have been dancing since I was 8 years old. Q: What do you do here at Downtown Greens? Amy: I help put together events that we hold, and help anywhere else that I can! Q: How long have you been involved? Amy: Today is my second day and I am loving it! Q: What's your favorite thing about Downtown Greens? Amy: My favorite thing about DTG are the people who are so actively involved in bringing something so great to the Fredericksburg community.
Helping homeless children and families in City of Fredericksburg, Counties of Caroline, Stafford & Spotsylvania 540 371 0831
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Q: What's something that you are looking forward to in this new growing season? Amy: I am looking forward to the bee population growing in our hive! Q: What is your favorite plant? Amy: My favorite plant would be any type of succulent. Q: If you could be any animal, what would you be? Amy: I would definetly be a dolphin. Q: What is your favorite color? Amy: Periwinkle!
DeLaura Padovan is the Administrative Assistant at Downtown Greens
Founded in 1995, Downtown Greens promotes environmental care by preserving two urban garden areas, using sustainable gardening methods, teaching children through a weekly Garden Club, and raising bees with the Urban Bees program. Downtown Greens is dependent on private donations. Make your taxdeductible contribution through the paypal b or send a check to Downtown Greens, 206 Charles Street, Fredericksburg, Va 22401
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Sketch: House on Charles Street This month, I’m sharing one of my house portraits of a home on Charles Street. I love doing these personal portraits of local homes. We are privileged to have so many iconic, historic buildings throughout Fredericksburg, but we also have an abundance of incredible private homes. I love to walk the streets near downtown and just gawk at all the residential architecture. And, every once in a while, I get the opportunity to do a commission and really stop and drink in the view as I work on one of my sketches. This was one of those times. Enjoy! Casey Alan Shaw is a local artist. He exhibits his original artwork and limited-edition prints at Art First Gallery and at www.caseyshaw.com.
606 Caroline Street Old Town Fredericksburg 373-7847 www.gemstonecreations.org Tuesday - Saturday 10-5 Wednesdays until 6:30 and by appointment
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DOWNTOWNERS Chris Conder of Goolricks by georgia Lee Strentz pharmacist,a specialist with special training,who can custom make your prescription.
Same corner for over 100 years. He looks so young, amazing, how does he keep his youthful look? Well,we are referring to Chris's Goolrick’s pharmacy and soda fountain at 901 Caroline street,which he purchased a little over a year ago. Chris came in and gave our old girl a new fresh update,yet kept her original look, so we ll can come in buy our pharmacy products and have our cherry coke,or many of our favorite sandwiches, like tuna stuffed with potato chips,and feel right at home!
While registering my prescription at Chris's pharmacy window, I happened upon some ladies who were doing the same. It seems the word has gotten out, that not only can you get your prescriptions cheaper at Goolrick's than the big box drug stores in those ugly hot parking lots. But Chris is a huge advocate for getting the prescriptions best for you, at the lowest cost,that you are entitled to, with your medical benefits,whether with your insurance or medicare benefits. Hear this, Chris is trained compounding
He takes special interest in his customers,not only at the pharmacy window,but loves the soda fountain and meeting the tourists and local families, who have visited Goolrick's fountain for generations. Chris's family like so many families today, followed his dad's job transfer over 15 states, as he grew up. He graduated from the University of Maryland, and East Tennessee School of Pharmacy. Chris decided after graduation that he preferred as he put it, " the water cooler," type of career, rather than the big box corporate type of job, hence he sought out the opportunity to buy Goolrick's opportunity, through hearing about it from a golfing buddy. Chris likes the slow pace of life and the wonderful friendly people who live
here, and the supportive downtown merchants who help and support each other,plus,lso the county residents who come in daily for the many interesting, unique stores downtown , plus fabulous eating establishments, not to mention the parks, farmers market,butcher shop, wine, downtown is booming,a fabulous place,with new condos being built,old building being renovated.
Georgia Strentz is our Gal About Town. Look for her on her three-wheeler and her pet companion"Bailey"
Goolrick’s Pharmacy 901 Caroline Street 540-3 373-3 3411 goolrickspharmacy.com
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