RappArts has been raising money to restore the Johnny P. Johnson mural on Sophia Street in downtown Fredericksburg.
Watch: Preparations underway for re-painting the Johnny P. Johnson mural
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WATCH: Up-close on the former Purina Tower
After a week of moving and adjusting the lift and painting in the sun and wind, Gabe Pons and Pete Morelewicz are nearly finished their work on the former Purina Tower building on Charles Street.
PHOTOS: Wrapping up work on a Fredericksburg landmark
Gabe Pons and Pete Morelewicz are finishing up the lettering–70 feet up– on the former Purina Tower on Charles Street.
Out and About: FAM exhibit shines light on area’s LGBTQ+ community
Exhibit is a multisensory walk through the histories, challenges and joys of the queer community in the Fredericksburg region.
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Riverside for a family-friendly classic
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts’ production of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ runs through July 14.
PHOTOS: A new look for the former Purina Tower building downtown
Work on the new look of the former Purina Tower in Fredericksburg is wrapping up.
WATCH: A new look for a Fredericksburg landmark
A project to re-paint the former Purina Tower at 401 Charles Street, near the train station, is nearly complete.
Summer solstice festival to be held at Riverside Park
New event hosted by Fredericksburg Main Street.
Hollywood comes to Remington!
Fauquier Sheriff’s Office says their vintage vehicle discovered by movie company.
Williams continues tradition with 20th annual SPCA benefit concert
Esteemed jam band singer-songwriter will perform with other local musicians on Friday in Spotsylvania.
Framing rock royalty
Local shop works with Queen memorabilia.
Little (window) shop of horrors: Bizarre display has antiquarians tongue-tied
Bizarre object catches the eye in antique store window front in downtown Fredericksburg.
Jon Tyler Wiley & His Virginia Choir further develop sound with ‘Pictures in the Dark’
Local rock band’s recent album release includes previous singles, new releases.
WATCH: Chamber Music Festival this weekend @ UMW
The 35th Chamber Music Festival from ArtsLIVE this Friday and Saturday and Seacobeck Hall at UMW.
Reclaim Arcade levels up its live music game
Venue’s musical acts have included experimental guitar/DJ duo Wookie Flip and punk bands Trash Rocket, The Goodbye Forevers, and Alpha Jerk.
Erstwhile mathematician Eldridge fiddled with bluegrass formula, added to the scene
Hall-of-fame bluegrass banjo player — who lived in Fredericksburg for decades — died on April 14 at age 85.
Lafayette and the music of the French Revolution
Learn about period music and instruments from Lafayette’s era.
Screen time: Inaugural Fredericksburg Film Festival boasts impressive lineup
The inaugural Fredericksburg Film Festival, which runs from May 2-5, features 33 films screening across three downtown venues.
Spotsy native named finalist in ‘I Voted’ sticker contest
Civic-minded opossum could appear on stickers handed out at Richmond-area polling stations.
Drama series ‘House of Sharkes’ a labor of love for Caroline writer
The series’ first episode airs Sunday at 4 p.m. on YouTube.
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