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Music: In town

Evick 21 and up. Bret Michaels Band guitarist, Pete Evick, will be bringing his own version of rock/metal to the stage live this weekend with his band Evick. Contact Jackie for more information. 315 Garrisonville Road Suite 108 Stafford, VA

Time: 10:00pm
Cost: $7
Location: Mainstreet Grill and Bar
Contact Phone: 540-288-9277
Info online: mainstreetstaffordva.com
Sponsored by: Mainstreet Grill and Bar

Mountain Remedy Bluegrass pickin' party starts at 6p.m.

Time: 6p.m
Cost: donation
Location: Salem Firehall, 8279 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper VA 22701
Contact Phone: 540-825-9112
Sponsored by: Salem Vounteer Fire Dept.

Crown Vic plays Q-Balls Crown Vic plays Q-Balls

Time: 9pm
Cost: $5.00
Location: Q-Balls - 960 Bragg Rd Fredericksburg, VA 22407-6979
Contact Phone: (540) 548-2799
Info online: http://qballcafe.com/

"New Songs to Sing" Nita van der Walt, a voice and piano teacher, will debut her first cd, "New Songs to Sing," during a free public performance on November 20 at 7 p.m. Van der Walt has written all but one of the songs, which are Christian-with-a-classical flair.

Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: $0
Location: Chancellor's Village, A Senior Lifestyle Community, 12100 Chancellor's Village Lane, Fredericksburg,
Contact Phone: (540) 752-8269
Sponsored by: Chancellor's Village

Open Mic Night Liberty Community Church will host an open mic night to showcase local talent. Bands, musicians, artists, poets, and other artists are encouraged to participate and attend to connect with other local artists. Artists are encouraged to pre-register to ensure space for their talents. All styles are welcome as long as there is a positive message. Open mic night will be Friday November 20th and will start at 7pm. Entry and participation is free. For more information call 540-439-0500 or visit www.lccbealeton.com.

Time: 7:00pm
Cost: $0
Location: Liberty Communnity Church, 11775 Morgansburg Rd., Bealeton, VA
Contact Phone: 540-439-0500
Info online: www.lccbealeton.com
Sponsored by: Liberty Community Church

Sons of Solomon 21+ Reggae

Time: 10pm
Cost: $5
Location: The Colonial Tavern 406 Lafayette Blvd.
Contact Phone: 540 373 1313
Info online: www.irishbrigadetavern.com
Sponsored by: The Colonial Tavern

New Censation at Shannon's New Censation is back at Shannon's Bar & Grille. Come party with us and enjoy dance hits from the 70's through today's popular hits. Shannon's is located in the Fredericksburg Hospitality House Hotel. Contact James Ohlsson @ 540-786-8321x7177 for details.

Time: 9pm - 1am
Cost: Fri- $5, Sat- $7
Location: Shannon's Bar & Grille, 2801 Plank Rd., Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: 540-786-8321 x7177
Sponsored by: Shannon's Bar & Grille

Van Galen 21 and up.

Time: 9 p.m.
Cost: no cover
Location: Yak-A-Doos, Holiday Inn North, 564 Warrenton Road, Falmouth
Contact Phone: 899-5400

Michael Geddes A One man band performing a collection of original music, combined with contemporary folk rock classics.

Time: 8:00-11:00
Cost: free
Location: Tru Luv's A Modern American Bistro 1101 Sophia St. Fredericksburg 22401
Contact Phone: 540-373-6500
Sponsored by: Tru Luv's

Elby Brass A rare blend of New Orleans brass, gogo drums, and a cappella singing all wrapped up in an eccentric, high-energy marching band! 18 and up.

Time: 10 pm
Cost: $7
Location: Sammt T's, 801 Caroline St.
Contact Phone: 540-371-2008
Info online: Sammy T's on facebook
Sponsored by: Sammy T's

Bluegrass All-Stars Bluegrass

Time: 8:00 PM
Cost: $0
Location: The Recreation Center, 213 William St, Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: (540) 371-6498‎
Sponsored by: The Recreation Center

Sannon Peterson Acoustic Guitar. Mix of music from 60's to the present

Time: 6:30-m
Cost: $5
Location: Hard Times Cafe, 5099 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Fredericksburg, (4 Mile Fork)
Contact Phone: 540-710-6771
Sponsored by: Hard Times Cafe

DJ Bob Kidd DJ Bob Kidd with 2 Guys Productions. Top 40 Dance

Time: 9:30pm
Cost: $5
Location: Hard Times Cafe, 5099 Jefferson Davis, Hwy, Fredericksburg (4 Mile Fork)
Contact Phone: 540/710-6771
Sponsored by: Hard Times Cafe

Whale Oilers Live Come get down to the Homegrown Sound of the Whale Oilers Introducing Oliver Craven on the fiddle!!

Time: 10pm
Cost: $5
Location: 1005 Princess Anne St.
Contact Phone: (540) 656-2969
Info online: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=175162288319
Sponsored by: Otter House

Salsa Dance Party Salsaholic Friday Nights EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT AT LAS PALMAS CAFE Salsa Lessons begin sharply at 9pm. Open Dance til 1:30am Dinner til 9pm (Reservations highly recommended) Appetizers til 11pm Las Palmas Cafe Only Authentic Puerto Rican Restaurant in the ENTIRE AREA!!!! 707 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401 540-372-7256

Time: 9pm to 1:30am
Cost: $5.00
Location: Las Palmas Cafe, 707 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Contact Phone: 540-372-7256
Info online: www.laspalmascafe1.com
Sponsored by: Salsaholic Salsa Fridays

Flashback Fridays Best of 70's, 80's and 90's pop and dance hits taking you back to the time of Teen Wolf and Top Gun. With DJ Bill Carroll from B101.5 you know it will be a good time. Box Seats is in Liberty Center Massaponax beside the DMV. Call Chris at Liberty Center

Time: 9:00pm
Cost: $5
Location: Box Seats, 5801 Southpoint Center Blvd. Fredericksburg VA 22407
Contact Phone: 540-710-7467
Info online: libertylanes.net
Sponsored by: Box Seats at Liberty Center

(No events for this date in Music: Out of town category.)


Theater

Reefer Madness Performance, Reefer Madness, presented by Studio 115; duPont Hall, Studio 115; Nov. 12-15 and Nov. 19-22, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 14 and 21, midnight; free.

Cost: Free
Contact Phone: duPont Hall, Studio 115, 1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg
Sponsored by: Presented by Studio 115; University of Mary Washington

Alice in Wonderland Experience Alice’s madcap adventures as she chases the White Rabbit, races a Dodo Bird, gets tied up with Tweedles, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and outwits the Queen of Hearts! This fast-paced stage adaptation features updated dialogue and new arrangements of many classic Disney songs.

Cost: $13
Location: Spotsylvania High School, 6975 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania
Contact Phone: 540-786-3737
Info online: www.cytfred.org
Sponsored by: CYT Fredericksburg

The Adventures of Stuart Little The many adventures, both big and small, of Stuart Little are brought to life in this story theater presentation. November 13 and 14 - 7:30 pm November 14, 15, 21, and 22 - 3 pm. All performances are in the Massaponax High School auditorium.

Cost: $12 adults/$8 children
Location: Massaponax High School
Contact Phone: (540)310-4055
Info online: stagedoorproductions.org
Sponsored by: Stage Door Productions

And Then They Came For Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank The play is a unique theatrical experience;mixes videotaped interviews with Holocaust survivors with live actors recreating scenes- Part oral history, dramatic action, & remembrance."Like a newsreel brought to life" ASL interpreter 11/20. Info:Deb Hansen

Time: 7 pm
Cost: $5
Location: Colonial Forge Auditiorium, 550 Courthouse Road, Stafford 22554
Contact Phone: 540-658-6115
Info online: www.cfhs.org
Sponsored by: Colonial Forge High School Drama

Shakespeare Weekend Fredericksburg Festival of the Arts presents William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night produced and directed by Fred Fraklin- admission $10 for adults, students free with adult or student ID - Thurs to Sat at 7:30 pm Sun matinee at 6:00 pm

Cost: $10
Location: Hugh Mercer Elementary School, 2100 Cowan Blvd, Fredericksburg 22401
Contact Phone: 540-374-5040
Sponsored by: Fredericksburg Festival of the Arts

(No events for this date in Health category.)

(No events for this date in Public Meetings category.)

(No events for this date in Seniors activities category.)

(No events for this date in Group Meetings category.)


Recreational sports

Free Texas Holdem Games Come enjoy free Texas Hold’em games , video games and watch sports on TVs. Enjoy food and beverage specials before and during the games. Win free cash and other prizes. Call our 24 hour hotline for more info 540-318-5253. Its free to join. Time: 10:00pm

Time: 10pm
Cost: $0
Location: Tavern @ Lees Hill Pub
Contact Phone: 540-710-1187
Info online: http://www.arplpoker.com
Sponsored by: American Restaurant Poker League, LLC

Free Texas Holdem Games Come enjoy free Texas Holdem Games and win Free Cash and gift certificates. Enjoy food and beverage specials before and during the games.

Time: 10pm
Cost: $0
Location: The Tavern @ Lees Hill
Contact Phone: 540-710-1187
Info online: http://www.arplpoker.com
Sponsored by: American Restaurant Poker League


Outdoors activities

Owl Prowl Get out and explore the night life. Enter the world of the owl. Meet at the Visitor Center for an introduction to our local owls. Then we take the hay wagon to go call some birds in for viewing. For more info and to make the required reservations.

Time: 7:00 PM
Cost: $3/person $8/family
Location: Caledon Natural Area
Contact Phone: 540-633-3861
Sponsored by: Caledon Natural Area


For Kids and Family-Friendly

Art Classes ART CLASSES for ages 5-18 at the Spotsy YMCA on Fridays and Saturday evenings. Thursday mornings we have homeschool Art. For more information contact Debby 540-846-8920

Time: varies by class
Cost: $12.00
Location: Spotsylvania YMCA
Contact Phone: 540-846-8920
Info online: www.thecreativesideinc.com
Sponsored by: The Creative Side, Inc.

Art Classes ART CLASSES for ages 5-18 on Wednesday and Friday evenings at LIBERTYTOWN ARTS WORKSHOP. Students will learn about proportion, placement, shading, composition while using dry media. For more information call Debby 540-846-8920

Time: varies by class
Cost: $12.00-$18.00
Location: LibertyTown Arts Workshop, 916 Liberty Street, Fredericksburg VA 22401
Contact Phone: 540-846-8920
Info online: www.thecreativesideinc.com
Sponsored by: The Creative Side, Inc.

Alice In Wonderland Alice in Wonderland CYT Theatre for Kids Call 540-656-8853 for ticket information or go to www.cytfred.org to order tickets online. Show Date: Nov 13,14,15,20,21 and 22nd Check website for specific times

Time: 2pm & 7pm
Cost: $13/$15
Location: Spotsylvania High School 6975 Courthouse Road Spotsylvania, VA
Contact Phone: 540-379-0558
Info online: www.cytfred.org
Sponsored by: CYT Fredericksburg


Art exhibits

Art Museum Artists: Works by Museum Professionals Gallery opening: Thursday, October 22nd, 5-7pm Regular gallery hours MWF, 10am-4pm, Sat & Sun, 1-4pm admission is free and open to the public

Cost: Free
Location: Ridderhof Martin Gallery, College Ave at Seacobeck Street
Contact Phone: 540-654-1013
Info online: www.umw.edu/galleries
Sponsored by: UMW duPont Gallery

The Object: Found, Multiplied, Manipulated Gallery opening: Thursday, October 22nd, 5-7pm Regular gallery hours MWF, 10am-4pm, Sat & Sun, 1-4pm admission is free and open to the public

Cost: $0
Location: Ridderhof Martin Gallery, College Ave at Seacobeck St
Contact Phone: 540-654-1013
Info online: www.umw.edu/galleries
Sponsored by: UMW Ridderhof Martin Gallery

Art Exhibit Art Exhibit of local artists on disply at the University Cafe daily. 409 William Street Fredericksburg, VA

Time: daily
Cost: $0
Location: 409 William Street Fredericksburg, VA
Contact Phone: 540-656-2690
Sponsored by: University Cafe

Enamel: A Contemporary Perspective The Workhouse Arts Center proudly presents Enamel: A Contemporary Perspective. The exhibition starts on Wednesday, October 14 with an opening reception on Sunday, October 18 from 2:00-4:00pm.

Time: 11:00am-7:00pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Workhouse Arts Center
Contact Phone: 703-584-2900
Info online: www.workhousearts.org
Sponsored by: Workhouse Arts Center

The Object: Found, Multiplied, Manipulated Exhibition, The Object: Found, Multiplied, Manipulated; Ridderhof Martin Gallery, College Ave. at Seacobeck St.; Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 p.m.; free; (540) 654-1013.

Cost: $0
Location: 1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg,
Contact Phone: (540) 654-1013
Sponsored by: Ridderhof Martin Gallery; University of Mary Washington

Art Museum Artists: Works by Museum Professionals Exhibition, Art Museum Artists: Works by Museum Professionals; duPont Gallery, College Ave. at Thornton St.; Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 p.m.; free; (540) 654-1013.

Cost: $0
Location: duPont Gallery, 1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: (540) 654-1013
Sponsored by: duPont Gallery, University of Mary Washington

Picturing Health: Norman Rockwell and the Art of Illustration Exhibition, Picturing Health: Norman Rockwell and the Art of Illustration, organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum; Gari Melchers Home and Studio Pavilion at Belmont, 224 Washington St., Falmouth; open daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., closed Wednesdays and Nov. 26

Cost: $10 adults, $5 children
Location: Gari Melchers Home and Studio Pavilion at Belmont, 224 Washington St., Falmouth
Contact Phone: (540) 654-1851
Info online: www.GariMelchers.org
Sponsored by: Gari Melchers Home and Studio Pavilion at Belmont

new art exhibit at studio A A new exhibit of paintings and art quilts by local artist Lorie McCown at Sara Irby's Studio A, opening reception on Nov.6th, 6-9pm

Cost: $0
Location: Studio A 1011A Princess Anne St., F'burg va
Contact Phone: 540 368 2120
Info online: http://artpluscraft.blogspot.com


Music: Dancing

Historic Civil War Dance Lesson Learn and have fun, no experience necessary, no partner required, open to all. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Get ready for 150th Civil War anniversary commemorative events. Call Debbie Aylor at 507-7094.

Cost: $1
Location: The Marshall Center, 8800 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania
Contact Phone: 507-7094
Info online: www.spotsylvania.va.us
Sponsored by: Spotsy. Cty. Sesquicentennial Committee

Salsaholic Fridays with Salsa Dance Lessons Las Palmas Cafe...Authentic Puerto Rican Restaurant HOSTS the Best Salsa Night in the AREA!!!! Join us this and every Friday Night for our Salsaholics Salsa Nights!! Salsa Lessons begin sharply at 9pm. Open Dance til 1:30am

Time: 9pm
Cost: $5.00 BEFORE 10PM $10 AFTER
Location: Las Palmas Cafe, 707 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Contact Phone: 540-372-7256
Info online: www.laspalmascafe1.com
Sponsored by: Las Palmas Cafe

Laziza Bellydance Show Enjoy our bellydance show while you dine at Laziza. Located in the Salem Church Crossing center, next to Ukrop's. Reservations recommended.

Time: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $0
Location: Laziza Lebanese Restaurant, 4256 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: 540-548-4555
Info online: www.lazizaoffredericksburg.com
Sponsored by: Laziza Lebanese Restaurant

Bellydance at Aladin Bellydancer performs every Friday night! Located in the Greenbrier Shopping Center on Route 3, east of I-95.

Time: 11:00 p.m.
Cost: $0
Location: Aladin Mediterranean Restaurant, 2032 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: 540-372-7755
Sponsored by: Aladin Mediterranean Restaurant

Friday NIGHT Salsa Dance Party Salsaholic Friday Nights EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT AT LAS PALMAS CAFE Salsa Lessons begin sharply at 9pm. Open Dance til 1:30am Dinner til 9pm (Reservations highly recommended) Appetizers til 11pm Las Palmas Cafe Only Authentic Puerto Rican Restaurant in the ENTIRE AREA!!!! 707 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401 540-372-7256

Time: 9pm to 1:30am
Cost: $5.00
Location: Las Palmas Cafe, 707 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Contact Phone: 540-372-7256
Info online: www.laspalmascafe1.com
Sponsored by: Las Palmas Cafe

(No events for this date in High school sports category.)


Church/Religious events

Women's Fellowship Conference Speakers: Tracey Slaughter & Valerie Martin Stewart

Time: 7:00pm
Cost: $0
Location: Macedonia Baptist Church, 7187 Macedonia Rd., Woodford, VA
Contact Phone: 804-633-6035
Sponsored by: Macedonia Baptist Church


Other types of events

FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC Bring your Magic the Gathering deck and compete with the best players in the area. Formats and entry fees vary week to week. Nothing is certain except we'll be playing Magic. Call for details. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Time: 6:00 PM
Cost: Varies
Location: Gamerz, 411 Chatham Heights Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22405
Contact Phone: 540-479-6140
Info online: www.charactervaults.com
Sponsored by: Character Vaults

The Useful and the Beautiful: Harper's Bazaar, 1867-2009 Highlights from Simpson Library’s collection of early editions of America’s first fashion magazine; Simpson Library, first floor; Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to midnight; Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday noon to midnight.

Cost: $0
Location: Simpson Library, 1801 College Avenue, Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: (540)654-1752
Sponsored by: University of Mary Washington


Fund-raiser / Charity events

Turkey Shoot A turkey shoot held every Friday at the Ladysmith Rescue Squad. Food will be sold. Only stock 12 gauge guns allowed. Proceeds will benefit Ladysmith Rescue Squad and Tate Road Hunt Club. Various prizes will awarded to each round winner.

Time: 7:00 pm- until
Cost: Depends on the round
Location: 18287 Jeffersonn Davis Highway Ruther Glen Va, 22546
Contact Phone: (804) 819-9468
Sponsored by: Ladysmith Rescue Squad and Tate Road Hunt Club

Farmers Fighting Cancer Awareness Rock Show III Awareness Event is picking up where Awareness Event Series 2009 left off by bringing back With Haste along with The Dead End Drop outs and Elisium to the stage of Buffalo Wild Wings to raise money for Farmers in the fight against cancer. 18+ Event

Time: 9:00 pm
Cost: $5.00
Location: Buffalo Wild Wings, 1638 Carl D Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: 5405488048
Info online: www.politicsandculture.net
Sponsored by: Buffalo Wild Wings

(No events for this date in Sporting Events - out of town category.)


Music: DJs and Karaoke

Karaoke/Dance at Applebees - Stafford Join 2 Guys Productions at Applebees - Stafford every Friday from 9:00pm till 12.00am for the BEST karaoke and dance music in town. Located in Stafford Market Place on Route 610.

Time: 9:00pm
Cost: $0
Location: Applebees - Stafford
Contact Phone: 540-287-3613
Info online: www.2guysproductions.net
Sponsored by: 2 Guys Productions

Hard Times - DJ The best way to start your weekend is to Join 2 Guys Productions at Hard Times 4 mile fork on Fridays for the best dance party in town.

Time: 9:00pm
Cost: $0
Location: Hard Times - 4 Mile Fork
Contact Phone: 540-287-3613
Info online: www.2guysproductions.net
Sponsored by: 2 Guys Productions

DJ Mikie Come join Javis' DJ Mikie for Karoake and dance music!

Time: 9:00 pm
Cost: No Cover
Location: Steamers 430 Chatham Heights Rd., Fredericksburg
Contact Phone: (540) 371-0788
Info online: www.steamersseafood.net
Sponsored by: Steamers

DJ JT DJ JT: Dance music of the 70s, 80s, and 90s

Time: 9:30pm
Cost: $3
Location: Hard Times Cafe, 314 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Fredericksburg (Lee Plaza)
Contact Phone: 540/899-6555
Sponsored by: Hard Times Cafe

Nick's Karaoke Come and join us for the best Karaoke in town. Listen to the latest hits and your favorite music played by our professtional staff at Muggsey's Lounge

Time: 9pm 2 am
Cost: $5
Location: 5324 Jefferson Davis Highway
Contact Phone: 540-898-1102
Sponsored by: Muggsey's Lounge

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