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January 18-25 calendar

January 18, 2007 12:50 am

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Lecture: 'The Meaning of Freedom in a Global Context,' University of Mary Washington, George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. By Seyyed Hossein Nasr, professor of Islamic studies at George Washington University; part of the university's celebration of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. 7:30 p.m. Free. 540/654-1342, 540/ 371-1766.

Art Film: Cezanne in Provence, Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Paul Cezanne was the painter whom Picasso called "the father of us all" as a tribute to his incredibly vast influence over those artists who came after. This PBS production captures the breathtaking beauty of Cezanne's beloved home and the vital link it had to his paintings and his entire life. 7-8 p.m. 540/372-1144.

area theater

'Nunsense,' Riverside Center Dinner Theater, 95 Riverside Parkway, Stafford. The Little Sisters of Hoboken celebrate their diverse backgrounds at a fast-paced musical performance to raise funds for burial of the recently departed. $30-$51. Runs Wednesdays through Sundays, through Jan. 28. 540/370-4300.

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Salsa Dance, Tickers Coffee, Westwood Shopping Center, State Route 3, Fredericksburg. Lessons, 7-8 p.m., $5. Dance until 10 p.m. 540/899-5330.

Lecture/Performance, University of Mary Washington, Trinkle Hall, Room 106A. Spiritual dimensions of traditional Middle Eastern music by Roya Bahrami. 4-5 p.m. Free. Sponsored by the Department of Classics, Philosophy and Religion and The Leidecker Center for Asian Studies. Part of the university's celebration of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. 540/654-1023.

event elsewhere

Robert E. Lee 200th Birthday Celebration, Stratford Hall Plantation, 485 Great House Road, Westmoreland. Presentations by re-enactor Al Stone, artillery salutes, candlelight house tours, music programs and new exhibits. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. Charge for some events. Runs through Sunday. For a full schedule of events visit stratfordhall.org. 804/493-8038.

area concerts

Beyond One Belief, Liberty Assembly of God, Aroma Rhythm Lounge, Morgansburg Road, Bealeton. 7 p.m. Free. 540/439-0500, aromarhythm.org.

Music of Moslem People and Cultures, University of Mary Washington, Woodard Campus Center, Great Hall. Persian music performed by regional musicians; part of the university's celebration of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. 7 p.m. Free. 540/654-1342.

Benefit Concert, Waugh Enterprises clubhouse, State Route 20, Orange. Bluegrass, gospel and country music. 7-11 p.m. Donations accepted to benefit underprivileged children. 540/972-6264.

area theater

'Nunsense,' Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Jan. 18 listing.

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Winter Chills: An Evening of Scary and Spine-Tingling Tales, Salem Church Branch of Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 2607 Salem Church Road, Spotsylvania. Celebrate Edgar Allan Poe's birthday with an evening of bone-chilling tales by professional storyteller Anne Sheldon. Suitable for ages 12 and up. 8 p.m. Free tickets available at the youth services desk. Snow date: Feb. 3. 540/785-9267.

stafford event

Rappahannock Twirlers Square Dance, Holy Cross Academy, 250 Stafford Lakes Parkway. Workshop, 7 p.m.; square and round dancing, 7:30-10 p.m. $6. 540/752-2585.

events elsewhere

Barrel Tasting, Ingleside Vineyards, 5872 Leedstown Road, Oak Grove. Sample wines direct from the barrel. Music, tours, tastings, souvenir glass. 1- 5 p.m. $10. Reservations recommended. 804/224-8687, ipwine.com.

Robert E. Lee 200th Birthday Celebration, Stratford Hall Plantation. See Jan. 19 listing.

area concert

Fredericksburg Festival of the Arts Young Artist Competition Finals Concert, Chancellor Baptist Church, 11324 Gordon Road, Spotsylvania. Students of classical instruments and voice. 7:30 p.m. $5. 540/374-5040.

area theater

'Nunsense' Benefit Performance, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. Silent auction 5:30 p.m., dinner/performance 6 p.m. $75. Benefits Thurman Brisben Center. See Jan. 18 listing. 540/899-9853, 540/ 370-4300.

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'Left Out in the Cold: How do Birds Survive Winter?', Gari Melchers Home and Studio, 224 Washington St., Falmouth. Illustrated talk by University of Mary Washington biology professor Andrew Dolby. Suitable for all ages and will offer hands-on activities for children. 2-4 p.m. Adults $5, children ages 5 and up $1. 540/ 654-1851, garimelchers.org.

events elsewhere

Big Woods Walk, James Madison's Montpelier, State Route 20, Orange. Guided walking tour through the 200-acre, old-growth forest. 2 p.m. $12. 540/672-9272.

Robert E. Lee 200th Birthday Celebration, Stratford Hall Plantation. See Jan. 19 listing.

area theater

'Nunsense,' Riverside Center Dinner Theater. 1 p.m. See Jan. 18 listing.

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spotsylvania/city event

Foreign Film Series: 'Don't Tell,' University of Mary Washington, George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. Drama about a young woman recovering memories of childhood abuse. Italian with English subtitles. 7:30 p.m. Free. 540/654-1990.

stafford event

Drum Circle, Heavenly Bodies, 754 Warrenton Road, Suite 111. Bring your percussion instrument to this event with meditation, rhythm circle, talking stick, drumming and more. 7-9 p.m. Free. 540/371-6343.

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area theater

'Nunsense,' Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Jan. 18 listing.

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Art Opening: Talking History in Material Culture: Igbo and Akan Signs in Early Virginia, University of Mary Washington, Ridderhof Martin Gallery, Seacobeck Street. Reception 5-7 p.m. Free. Exhibit runs through Feb. 11. 540/654-1013.

Art Opening: Adjunct Studio Art Faculty Exhibition Works by Scott Ligon, University of Mary Washington, duPont Gallery, Thornton Street. Reception 5-7 p.m. Free. Exhibit runs through March 2. 540/654-1013.

Lecture: Genghis Khan, University of Mary Washington, George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. This lecture, part of the Great Lives Lecture Series, will be presented by Nabil Al-Tikriti, assistant professor of history. 7:30 p.m. Free. 540/654-1276.

area theater

'Nunsense,' Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Jan. 18 listing.