Events Calendar
From live theater productions to golf tournaments, from outdoor festivals to living history encampments, special events occur year-round in Stafford, the Boyhood Home of George Washington. Be sure to check back monthly for new or special event highlights.
*To submit an event for this calendar, please email mmoncure@co.stafford.va.us. 
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Events for 07/30/2010 thru 08/29/2010.
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Jul 27 to Jul 31
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The Big Bad Musical
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A courtroom has never been more lively than in this witty musical! The notorious Big Bad Wolf is slapped with a lawsuit by four storybook characters who want to get even—Little Red Riding Hood, her Grandmother, the Three Little Pigs, and the Boy Who Cried Wolf. Represented by the Evil Stepmother and the Fairy Godmother, the plaintiffs and defendant clash in a trial that will be remembered forever after. You and the rest of the audience are the jury. How will you decide—guilty or not? Lunch and show are enjoyed from private candlelit tables. Select Tuesdays and Thursdays include: July 20 (lunch provided), July 27 & 29 (bring your own lunch)
Time: Sat. matinee 1:00-3:15pm; select Tues. & Thurs. 10:00am-12:45pm.
Admission: $
(540) 370-4300
Riverside Center Children's Theater
95 Riverside Parkway,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )
http://www.rsdinnertheater.com
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Jul 28 to Aug 1
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Footloose - The Musical
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Relive this unforgettable musical, based on the 1984 movie Footloose. A Chicago teenager moves to a small town where the local government has banned dancing and rock and roll. Learn how he and his classmates figure out how to get a school dance back. Enjoy dinner and this musical from the privacy of a candlelit dining table.
Time: Wed 11:30am dinner, 1:30pm show; Th-Sat 6pm dinner, 8pm show; Sun 1pm dinner, 3pm show.
Admission: $
(540) 370-4300
Riverside Center Dinner Theater
95 Riverside Parkway,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )
http://www.riversidedt.com/dt/
Directions on Web: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=95+Riverside+Parkway,+Fredericksburg,+VA&sll=39.093165,-84.4
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Jul 30
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Live Music! @ Potomac Point Winery
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Come and join Potomac Point Winery for live music every Friday evening! Enjoy listening to the music while dining at our bistro. Call for details or check the event calendar on our website each week for a list of performers.
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Admission: $ Admission
(540) 446-2266
Potomac Point Winery
275 Decatur Road,
Stafford
(Exit 143A - Aquia )
http://www.potomacpointwinery.com
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Jul 31
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Guided Tour of Future Stafford Civil War Park
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Guided tours of the future Stafford Civil War Park will be offered this summer, giving visitors a rare opportunity to view historic sites much as they were left nearly 150 years ago. Winding through a natural woodland area, the one-mile walking tour includes 3 Civil War fortifications, a corduroy road, encampment areas, and the remains of a stone bridge. Led by members of the Friends of Stafford Civil War Sites (FSCWS), the tours will begin at 9:00am and will last approximately 2-3 hours. All proceeds will go to construction of the park. Upcoming scheduled tour dates are: Aug 14, 28. Tours are limited to 20 participants, so reservations are required. Special group tours can also be arranged.
Time: 9:00am
Admission: $15/adult, $10/child
(540) 658-6324
Stafford Civil War Park Project Area
Meet at Brooke VRE Station Parking Lot, 1721 Brooke Rd.,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 136 - Centreport Parkway )
http://www.fscws.org
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Aug 2 to Aug 13
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Theater Camp
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Children ages 8-18 will love to experience a real live theater behind the scenes. Camp students will learn acting concepts, vocal and physical expression, choreographic movement, theater crafts, audition skills, and will gain instruction by outstanding performing and directing professionals. Camp Director is Sue McCroskey. Register today!
Time: Daily
Admission: 2-week session = $450 per child
(540) 370-4300 x14
Riverside Center Dinner Theater
95 Riverside Parkway,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )
http://www.rsdinnertheater.com
Directions on Web: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=95+Riverside+Parkway,+Fredericksburg,+VA&sll=39.093165,-84.4
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Aug 3 to Aug 28
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"The Big Bad Musical"
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A courtroom has never been more lively than in this witty musical! The notorious Big Bad Wolf is slapped with a lawsuit by four storybook characters who want to get even—Little Red Riding Hood, her Grandmother, the Three Little Pigs, and the Boy Who Cried Wolf. Represented by the Evil Stepmother and the Fairy Godmother, the plaintiffs and defendant clash in a trial that will be remembered forever after. You and the rest of the audience are the jury. How will you decide—guilty or not? Lunch and show are enjoyed from private candlelit tables.
Time: Sat. matinee 1:00-3:15pm; select Tues. & Thurs. 10:00am-12:45pm.
Admission: $
(540) 370-4300
Riverside Center Children's Theater
95 Riverside Parkway,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )
http://www.rsdinnertheater.com
Directions on Web: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=95+Riverside+Parkway,+Fredericksburg,+VA&sll=39.093165,-84.4
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Aug 3 to Sep 6
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Belmont Through a Lens: Photography Exhibit
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"Belmont Through a Lens: Photographs by Frances Benjamin Johnston." This exhibition of 18 historic images of Belmont by a pioneering female photographer will be on display from March 27 through June 20. This show will run concurrently with the Fredericksburg Area Museum's exhibit: "History Through a Lens: The Photographs of France Bejamin Johnston" - which is a general survey of Johnston's body of work.
Time: 10am-5pm
Admission: $10/adult, $9/AAA, Free to students 18 & under (w/paying adult, limit 2)
(540) 654-1015
Gari Melchers' Home & Studio at Belmont
224 Washington Street,
Falmouth
(Exit 133A - Falmouth )
http://www.garimelchers.org
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Aug 5 to Sep 3
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Create Your Own Sculpture - Summer Program
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This new group program is available through Labor Day and is appropriate for children ages 6-12. This educational experience runs approximately 90 minutes. Starting times are flexible. After touring Gari Melchers' stone studio, taking a sneak peek in the historic house, and working on an outdoor scavenger hunt, students will create their very own clay garden sculpture. This program (minimum group size is 8) is perfect for summer day camps, day care and scout groups.
Time: Daily Thurs-Tues
Admission: $8/child
(540) 654-1015
Gari Melchers' Home & Studio at Belmont
224 Washington Street,
Falmouth
(Exit 133A - Falmouth )
http://www.garimelchers.org
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Aug 5
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Quantico Marine Band Concert at National USMC Museum
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The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation's Summer Concert Series will feature the Quantico Marine Band, one of the oldest musical ensembles in the Marine Corps. Enjoy an outdoor concert on the grounds of the National Museum of the Marine Corps. FREE. Upcoming Concerts: August 19.
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
(800) 649-2350
National Museum of the Marine Corps
18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy,
Triangle / Quantico
(Exit 148 - Quantico Area )
http://www.marineheritage.org
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Aug 6 to Sep 19
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Into the Woods - The Musical
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Based on a collection of plots and characters from many classic childhood stories, this musical weaves in favorite personalities from Little Red Ridinghood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Cinderella. Children of ALL ages will enjoy dinner and this magical musical from the privacy of a candlelit dining table. Special 13th Anniversary Riverside rates of $35 for performances on 8/6 & 8/13!
Time: Wed 11:30am dinner, 1:30pm show; Th-Sat 6pm dinner, 8pm show; Sun 1pm dinner, 3pm show.
Admission: $
(540) 370-4300
Riverside Center Dinner Theater
95 Riverside Parkway,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )
http://www.rsdinnertheater.com/HTML/BoxOffice/boxoffice.html
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Aug 6
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Fireside Fridays - Live Music
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Come and join Potomac Point Winery for live music every Friday evening! Enjoy listening to the music while dining at our bistro. Call for details or check the event calendar on our website each week for a list of performers.
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Admission: $
(540) 446-2266
Potomac Point Winery
275 Decatur Road,
Stafford
(Exit 143A - Aquia )
http://www.potomacpointwinery.com
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Aug 6
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History at Sunset: "Steamships, Slaves, Railroads and Armies: Aquia Landing"
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Join National Park Service (NPS) historian John Hennessy for a special tour of Aquia Landing - stop #9 in the NPS History at Sunset Tour Series 2010. Aquia Landing is an historic point at the confluence of Aquia Creek and the Potomac River. Learn about the history of this site, from its role as a steamship wharf, railroad depot, and important crossing point for slaves and military armies. Bring a lawn chair, bug spray and water. Call (540) 659-6617 for details, and (540) 373-6122 for last minute weather forecasts / cancellations due to thunderstorms.
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Admission: Free.
(540) 373-6122
Aquia Landing Park
2846 Brooke Road,
Stafford
(Exit 140 - Stafford Courthouse )
http://www.nps.gov/frsp/chatham.htm
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Aug 9 to Aug 12
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Summer Art Camp: Color Exploration (Grades 2-5)
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Join artist and instructor M.J. Bradley for a colorful four days of exploration. Students will learn about the way artists use and think about color, the most expressive element of art. Camp size is limited to 12 students, so please register early. To register, contact Education Coordinator Michelle Dolby at 540-654-1851.
Time: TBA
Admission: $60/members, $70/non-members
(540) 654-1015
Gari Melchers' Home & Studio at Belmont
224 Washington Street,
Falmouth
(Exit 133A - Falmouth )
http://www.garimelchers.org
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Aug 11
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Wine & History at Potomac Point Winery
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Join us for a colorful and memorable evening sipping Virginia wine and remembering Virginia history. You will meet the winemakers and learn about a family of wines that is making a mark in wine circles everywhere. Our beautiful facilities are located on grounds where the Powhatan Indians and Princess Pocahontas lived four hundred years ago. This fun evening explains how the Virginia Company came into existence and considers the problems in the charter it received from autocratic King James I. Enjoy our wines as you remember this fascinating chapter of Virginia History.
Time: 5:30-8:30pm
Admission: $37.50/person
(540) 446-2266
Potomac Point Winery
275 Decatur Road,
Stafford
(Exit 143A - Aquia )
http://www.potomacpointwinery.com
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Aug 13 to Nov 30
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Fireside Fridays, Live Music!
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Come and join Potomac Point Winery for live music every Friday evening! Enjoy listening to the music while dining at our bistro. Call for details or check the event calendar on our website each week for a list of performers.
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Admission: $
(540) 446-2266
Potomac Point Winery
275 Decatur Road,
Stafford
(Exit 143A - Aquia )
http://www.potomacpointwinery.com
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Aug 14
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Birding Tours @ Ferry Farm
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Back by popular demand, George Washington's Ferry Farm will once again host Saturday Birding Tours. Tours will be led by Paul Nasca - a GWF staff archaeologist and president of the Fredericksburg Birding Club. The tour will begin from the Ferry Farm Visitor Center parking lot, and last about 2.5 hours. Please wear good hiking boots, and don't forget your binoculars, water, sunscreen and bug spray. In the event of rain on the day of the tour, the tour will be cancelled. Upcoming tour dates: September 11, & October 16.
Time: 8:00-10:30am
Admission: $5/person (cash or check only)
(540) 370-0732
At George Washington's Ferry Farm...
268 Kings Highway,
Falmouth (Fredericksburg)
(Exit 133A - Falmouth )
http://www.ferryfarm.org
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Aug 14
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Sunset Canoe Float
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Join guides Michelle Meyer and Bob Sargeant on this dusk float. Hopefully, we will see plenty of wildlife as the nocturnal river habitat awakens! Meet at the Fredericksburg City Dock. Minimum age 6 years. 6:30-9:00pm. Backup date: August 15th.
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Admission: $15/individual, $45/family
(540) 373-3448
Rappahannock River
Meet at the City Dock,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 133A - Falmouth )
http://www.riverfriends.org/Events/2010CalendarofEvents/tabid/89/Default.aspx
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Aug 14
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Guided Tour of Future Stafford Civil War Park
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Guided tours of the future Stafford Civil War Park will be offered this summer, giving visitors a rare opportunity to view historic sites much as they were left nearly 150 years ago. Winding through a natural woodland area, the one-mile walking tour includes 3 Civil War fortifications, a corduroy road, encampment areas, and the remains of a stone bridge. Led by members of the Friends of Stafford Civil War Sites (FSCWS), the tours will begin at 9:00am and will last approximately 2-3 hours. All proceeds will go to construction of the park. Upcoming scheduled tour dates are: Aug 28. Tours are limited to 20 participants, so reservations are required. Special group tours can also be arranged.
Time: 9:00am
Admission: $15/adult, $10/child
(540) 658-6324
Stafford Civil War Park Project Area
Meet at Brooke VRE Station Parking Lot, 1721 Brooke Rd.,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 136 - Centreport Parkway )
http://www.fscws.org
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Aug 14 to Aug 31
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Art Exhibit
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During the second half of August, Art Connected will feature the work of Catherine Johnson, a special guest artist from Gallery 915 in Fredericksburg. Johnson's works include oil paintings of landscapes and still life, with a focus in contemporary realism. Also on display is the work of Faith Gaillot, an artist whose specialties include watercolors and pen & ink drawings. Gaillot's works currently include renderings of the Stafford Courthouse and Aquia Church. There is no admission charged to tour the gallery. All works are available for purchase.
Time: Mon-Tu 11-6, Wed 11-7, Sat 10:30-3:00
Admission: Free admission
(540) 628-2162
Art Connected
2107 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Unit #103,
Stafford
(Exit 143A - Aquia )
http://www.artconnectedgroup.com
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Aug 14
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Run Amuck 4-Mile Race
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During the heat of the summer, test your limits (and that of your washing machine) at Run Amuck. The four-mile race engages runners in obstacles, mud pits, a water challenge and more beginning at 7:00am! Run Amuck is open to participants ages 10 and older. $35/person. Kids Run Amuck begins at 9:00am. Kids Run Amuck is open to children ages 6-9. Cost is $5/child for Kids' race.
Time: 7:00am
Admission: (800) RUN-USMC
$35/person (Military discounts $5)
Marine Corps Base Quantico
Startline: Butler Stadium Track,
Quantico
(Exit 148 - Quantico Area )
http://www.marinecorpshistorichalf.com/Left_Nav/MCM_Event_Series_460/Run_Amuck.h
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Aug 16 to Aug 19
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Summer Art Camp: Color Exploration (Grades 6-12)
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Join artist and instructor M.J. Bradley for a colorful four days of exploration. Students will learn about the way artists use and think about color, the most expressive element of art. Camp size is limited to 12 students, so please register early. To register, contact Education Coordinator Michelle Dolby at 540-654-1851.
Time: TBA
Admission: $60/members, $70/non-members
(540) 654-1015
Gari Melchers' Home & Studio at Belmont
224 Washington Street,
Falmouth
(Exit 133A - Falmouth )
http://www.garimelchers.org
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Aug 16 to Aug 18
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Cannoneers: Junior Golf Camp
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Introduce the young athletes in your family to golf in this summer camp program at Cannon Ridge Golf Club! Camp includes 12 Hours of Supervised Instruction, Practice Workbook, USGA Rules Book, Lunch Daily, Snacks, and Prizes. Camp Dates: August 16-18 (last 2010 summer camp). See flyer and registration forms for details under the Tournament Registration tab on the website.
Time: 8:00am-12:30pm daily
Admission: $150/junior
(540) 735-8000
Cannon Ridge Golf Club at Celebrate Virginia
9000 Celebrate VA Pkway,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 133B - (Warrenton) Hartwood )
http://www.golfcannonridge.com
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Aug 17 to Aug 20
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Art Camp: Twilight
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Have some fun this summer! Come out to one of four themed art camps at Art from the Heart Pottery & Bead Studio. Camp will run Tuesday thru Friday, from 3:00-5:30pm. The cost for each camp is $150/child. Ages 7+ are welcome.
Time: 3:00-5:30pm daily Tu-Fri
Admission: $150/child per week
(540) 659-4092
Art from the Heart
Forreston Crossing 60 Susa Drive, #103,
Stafford
(Exit 143A - Aquia )
http://www.YourArtFromTheHeart.com
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Aug 17 to Aug 20
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Art Camp: Twilight
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Have some fun this summer! Come out to one of four themed art camps at Art from the Heart Pottery & Bead Studio. Camp will run Tuesday thru Friday, from 3:00-5:30pm. The cost for each camp is $150/child. Ages 7+ are welcome.
Time: 3:00pm-5:30pm Tu-Fri
Admission: $150/child
(540) 659-4092
Art from the Heart
Forreston Crossing 60 Susa Drive, #103,
Stafford
(Exit 143A - Aquia )
http://www.YourArtFromTheHeart.com
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Aug 19
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Quantico Marine Band Performance
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The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation's Summer Concert Series will feature the Quantico Marine Band, one of the oldest musical ensembles in the Marine Corps. Enjoy an outdoor concert on the grounds of the National Museum of the Marine Corps. FREE.
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Admission: FREE
(800) 649-2350
National Museum of the Marine Corps
18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy,
Triangle / Quantico
(Exit 148 - Quantico Area )
http://www.marineheritage.org
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Aug 20 to Aug 21
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Miss America Hosts Charity Golf Classic
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Miss America 2010, Miss Caressa Cameron, will host the 1st Annual Families of the Wounded Fund Charity Golf Classic event, premiering at Augustine Golf Club in Stafford, VA. Other dignitaries will also be present. The Pre-Tournament reception is $50/person. Tournament registration is $90/person (check-in at 7:30am, shotgun start at 9:00am). For more event details, visit www.qgca.org, or click on the link for Augustine Golf Club below.
Time: FRI 6-9pm (reception), SAT 9am shotgun start
Admission: $50 reception dinner, $90 for tournament
(540) 720-7374
Augustine Golf Club
76 Monument Drive,
Stafford
(Exit 140 - Stafford Courthouse )
http://www.augustinegolf.com
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Aug 28
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Stafford Civil War Park Guided Tour
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Guided tours of the future Stafford Civil War Park will be offered this summer, giving visitors a rare opportunity to view historic sites much as they were left nearly 150 years ago. Winding through a natural woodland area, the one-mile walking tour includes 3 Civil War fortifications, a corduroy road, encampment areas, and the remains of a stone bridge. Led by members of the Friends of Stafford Civil War Sites (FSCWS), the tours will begin at 9:00am and will last approximately 2-3 hours. All proceeds will go to construction of the park. Tours are limited to 20 participants, so reservations are required. Special group tours can also be arranged.
Time: 9:00am
Admission: $15/adult, $10/child
(540) 658-6324
Stafford Civil War Park Project Area
Meet at Brooke VRE Station Parking Lot, 1721 Brooke Rd.,
Fredericksburg
(Exit 136 - Centreport Parkway )
http://www.fscws.org
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