Town Talk

Students Elisa Luckabaugh, Adrian Coello and Betsy Lewis, the UMW Assistant Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences preview what happens on April 26th.  Posters, oral presentations, creative writing, art exhibits, and plays.  Work represents a year's worth of work.  umwrcd.net

Meredith Keppel with the George Washington Regional Commission and Brent Hunsinger with Friends of the Rappahannock preview Friday's Green Infrastructure Charette at the Howell Library in Stafford from 12-1:30.  Organizers say it will be an opportunity to learn about the topic and provide feedback on where it may be needed.  There are case study projects in the area.

Allen and Allen’s David Williams talks about honoring local heroes.  The deadline to nominate is midnight, April 30th.

Shirley Shields, Anna Higginbotham and Cornelia Rutherford preview the 2024 Faire at Lake Anna Winery--weekends May 11-June 9th.   The theme this year is...voting.   Tickets must be purchased in advance on line.  You are strongly encouraged to car pool.   varf.org

Executive Director Candice Armstrong talks about the SNAP/match program at the local farmers markets.  Armstrong says this is an opportunity for families who receive SNAP benefits to double their money for fresh fruits and vegetables.

Dan Maher with the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank and Karen Brace with Awesome Possumz on William Street in Fredericksburg talk about hunger in the area.  It's not just those who are homeless.  Awesome Possumz is organizing an event on April 27 from noon to 4 to raise money and awareness.

Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg patients Mike and Cindie and Dr. Chris Vaughn talk about treating cancer from the diagnosis going forward.   hoafredericksburg.com

Stafford Commissioner of the Revenue Scott Mayausky and Fredericksburg Regional Alliance President Curry Roberts talk about what data centers are, what they'll mean to the region and the role of incentives.

Mary O'Neil and Beth Parnicza with the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park preview the 160th anniversary events to mark The Overland Campaign.  We talk about the significance of the battles and what influenced the campaign.  

Dr. Rod Flynn and Dr. Maithreyi Samara talk about the multi-discipline breast cancer clinic.  It's a unique approach where your various doctors and treatment is done in one place.   It's new for the area.

Race Director Brain Pessolano previews the 30th annual race on May 5th.   The 1-mile Express is for kids 6-17.   The 1/2-mile George Dashington for ages 10 and under, and the 1/4-mile Caboose Run for ages 5 and under.  It's one of the largest timed kids races on the east coast.  gtrfredericksburg.com

Executive Director Anne Darron and Board Chairman Chuck Fennell with an update on work at the Mary Washington Monument and Caretaker's Lodge.  There's a wreath laying at the monument May 5th to mark the 130th anniversary of its dedication.   We also talk about upcoming events this spring and summer.   washingtonheritagemuseums.org

Matt Kelly and Anne Little talk about Inform Fredericksburg.  The group advocates for sustainable growth to preserve the character of Fredericksburg.  Issues include city services, taxes and fees, traffic and parking and maintaining neighborhood character.  The group communicates topics on Facebook and will add a website soon.

Historic Garden Week Chair Betsy Sale previews the April 23rd event in Fredericksburg.  10-5 at selected homes on lower Caroline Street.   Tickets at the Garden Club of Virginia website.

It's Child Abuse Awareness Month.   Executive Director Elizabeth McNally talks about their giving voice, hope and healing to children.

Erin Perkins and Valerie Hopson-Bell on National Public Health Week.  We look at the various areas where the Rappahannock Health District assists the community--it's more than vaccines and health inspections.

Youth Services Teen Librarian Owen Cobey and Assistant Branch Manager and Adult Services Department Head Erin Creighton talk about the Teen Poetry Contest, the seed drive launch, getting glasses for the eclipse and the conclusion of winter reading.

Dave the Computer Guy talks about the end of the Affordable Connectivity Program. What's next?   We also talk about internet plans, Nas Drives for homes and WiFi 7.

Alexis Fox and Katie Lafleur preview the Spring Plant Sale--it begins March 29th at 750 Kings Highway.  M-F 9-4, Saturday 9-noon.   Your purchase helps fund programs for adults with intellectual disabilities.   There's a Garden Party on April 18th.

Executive Director of Alumni Engagement Mark Thaden and Director of Annual Giving Shelby Orlando preview Mary Wash Day on April 4th and Reunion Weekend May 30th-June 2.   givingday.umw.edu and alumni.umw.edu/reunion