Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation will explore the unique and essential Virginia people, events, and sites that helped bring liberty and democracy to a nation. Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this exhibit will highlight the complex, diverse, and inspiring Virginia history which is, in fact, America’s story.

Give Me Liberty will provide context for the coming of the Revolution in Virginia and brings visitors into the core of the action from 1774 through 1776, highlighting how the American Revolution was a war, and more than a war.

Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation is the signature exhibition of Virginia’s 250th Commission. This exhibition is curated in partnership with the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation (JYF) and presented by VA250, Virginia’s semiquincentennial planning commission. Central Rappahannock Regional Library is honored to host this exhibition with sponsorship from Tour Stafford.

Party Trivia for a Cause – April Lineup

Every Wednesday at Brock’s Riverside Grill | 6–8 PM

Get ready to flex your brain muscles and have a blast while supporting local causes at our Charity Trivia Night!

Hosted by: Go Local FXBG

Sponsored by Lpt Realty 

Brock’s Riverside Grill

503 Sophia Street | Downtown Fredericksburg, VA

Free to Play | Prizes + Raffles | Community Impact

Nonprofits We’re Supporting:

April 1 – Go Local FXBG

Empowering underserved communities through workforce development, youth internships, and small business support. For more info – https://golocalfxbg.org/programs

April 8 – The Knowledge Exchange

Delivering tutoring, enrichment, and mental health–aligned programming that helps students grow academically and socially. For more info – https://tkenonprofit.org/

April 15 – Stafford Junction

Supporting families facing crisis with food security, workforce readiness, and stability-centered programming. For more info – https://staffordjunction.org/

April 22 – Remy’s Reign

Rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes neglected and unwanted dogs and cats across Virginia, giving every animal a second chance at a safe and loving home. For more info – https://remysreign.org/

April 29 – Healthy Families

Strengthening parents and caregivers with early childhood resources that build strong foundations for lifelong success. For more info – https://healthyfamiliesrappahannock.org/

We are currently seeking an April Community Sponsor!

Interested in partnering? Email: info@golocalfxbg.org

What to Expect:

• Free to play — bring your team (or join one!)
• $100 Brock’s gift card for 1st place
• Swag prizes for 2nd & 3rd
• 50/50 raffle benefiting the nonprofit of the week
• Food & drink specials from Brock’s

Every question answered helps spotlight a mission.

Every Wednesday builds stronger community.

Come for the trivia. Stay for the impact.

David Harsanyi to speak at The Virginia Forum

“Forged in Freedom: A History of American Guns”
Wednesday April 1, 2026
7 pm Main Event
5:45 PM VIP reception

Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center
2880 Mountain Rd, Richmond, VA 23060
804 261 2787

Tickets: FREE student, $35 general, $75 VIP
Link: https://thevirginiacouncil.org/event/forged-in-freedom-a-history-of-american-guns/

David Harsanyi, senior writer at The Washington Examiner, nationally syndicated columnist, and co-host of the You’re Wrong podcast, offers a sweeping and thought-provoking look at the role firearms have played in American history. In ‘Forged in Freedom”, Harsanyi explores how guns have helped preserve the nation’s religious liberty, economic independence, and cultural traditions for more than two centuries. Blending history, political insight, and cultural analysis, this talk examines how firearms became intertwined with American freedom, identity, and self-government—and why that legacy still matters today.