Date published: 12/4/2007

Fredericksburg All Ages shows are safe and entertaining for all

"There's nothing to do in Fredericksburg" is a phrase I grew up reciting with my friends as we found less-than-admirable activities to fill our evenings and weekends. We spent our youth planning our escape from "Dead Fred" and dreaming of cities filled with aestheticism and culture.

Kids these days have it easy.

Over the past year, subtle improvements have worked their way into the community, and the local youths have slowly begun to find their voice.

Local establishments such as The Wounded Bookshop and Third Floor have been gracious hosts to Fredericksburg All Ages and its shows--shows that provide a safe and entertaining outlet for well, all ages.

This fragile microcosm is in a stage of growth and has the potential to be cultivated or crippled by our city's leadership.

From Dec. 7 through Jan. 30, local artist Ian Soper will exhibit FAA ONE, a photography show at The Wounded Bookshop documenting the first year of Fredericksburg All Ages concerts.

This will be a unique opportunity to see powerful photographs that capture a period of local cultural enrichment and advocate the need for continued support from the community.

Date published: 12/4/2007