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July 6, 2006 12:50 am

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Tubing, Kayaking and Canoeing River Adventures offered daily on the beautiful and historic Rappahannock River. For details, call the Virginia Outdoor Center at 540/371-5085 or visit playva.com.

events elsewhere

Kelly's Ford Equestrian Center Schooling Jumper Show Series, 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. Competition in accuracy, performance, speed. 5 p.m. Entry fee $10, spectators free. 540/399-1899.

Horse Shows in the Sun, Commonwealth Park, 13246 Commonwealth Parkway, Culpeper. Hunter, jumper and equitation competitions in all-weather rings. Event hosts 900 to 1,300 horses. 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Free. Runs through Sunday. 540/825-7469.

area theater

The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater, 95 Riverside Parkway, Stafford. Starring major Broadway principal Patrick A'Hearn. 6 p.m. Prices vary. Runs Wednesdays through Sundays, through July 30. 540/370-4300.

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First Friday Gallery Openings and Street Party. Openings and entertainment at area galleries and a street party with music by Spectrum in the lot beside the Fredericksburg Visitor Center, 706 Caroline St. Street party runs 6-9:30 p.m., and is $4 for adults, $3 for ages 13-20, $1 for ages 6-12, and free for those under 6. Openings take place at various Fredericksburg galleries and are free. See art exhibit listings on Page 20 for details. 540/373-1776. (Free ride home program within a 15-mile radius of the city provided by Chandler Law Group. Call Hilldrup Taxi at 540/373-8294 or Virginia Cab at 540/373-8555.)

History at Sunset Walking Tour Series--Infantry and Iron in the Wilderness: Catherine Furnace to the Wellford Place. Meet at Catherine Furnace. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. 540/373-6122, 540/786-2880.

Scottish Country Dancing, St. George's Episcopal Church, 905 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg. Learn social dances. 7:30 p.m. $2. 540/898-2113.

Night Catfishing, Motts Run Reservoir, River Road, Spotsylvania. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. $3 for adults and $1 for ages 10 to 16 in advance, $5 for adults and $3 for ages 10 to 16 on the day of the event. 540/786-8989.

event elsewhere

Horse Shows in the Sun, Commonwealth Park, Culpeper. See July 6 listing.

area concerts

Stafford Bluemont Concert, Porter Library lawn, 2001 Parkway Blvd. Dixie Power Trio presents an eclectic mix of New Orleans jazz, zydeco, Cajun and original compositions. 7:30 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, 12 and under $2. In case of bad weather, concert held inside. 703/777-6306, visit bluemont.org.

Rappahannock Summer Music Camp Faculty Recital, Fredericksburg Academy, Donald Reed Theatre, off Lafayette Boulevard, Spotsylvania. Features Doug Gately, Bill Wassum, Scott Shirk, Tina Kerchner, Amy Shirk. 5:30 p.m. Free. 540/846-8436.

Eric Daniel Band, Liberty Assembly of God, Aroma Rhythm Lounge, 11775 Morgansburg Road, Bealeton. Contemporary worship music. 7 p.m. Free. 540/439-0500, aromarhythm.org.

Culpeper Bluemont Concert, Old County Courthouse lawn, 25 W. Davis St., downtown Culpeper. Mary Ann Redmond Band presents soul, rhythm and blues. 7:30 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, under age 12 $2. Rain location: The Train Depot, 113 S. Commerce St. 703/777-6306 or bluemont.org.

Arts Alive!, Taylor Park, West Main Street, Orange. World-class jazz by Robert Jospe and band. Bring lawn chair. 7-9 p.m. $3 donation suggested. 540/672-2540.

Gospel Sing, Lions Club, 717 Marshall Ave., Colonial Beach. Featuring The Lawsons and Justified. 7 p.m. Free. 804/224-0378, 540/775-2862.

Bluegrass Brunch Bunch, Locust Grove Variety Store, State Route 20. Bluegrass, country and gospel music. 7-10 p.m. Free. 540/972-6264.

area theater

Grease, Massaponax High School, U.S. 1 and Guinea Station Road, Spotsylvania. Fabulous '50s rock and roll musical presented by Stage Door Productions. 8 p.m. Adults $15, students $10. Runs weekends through July 16. 540/834-4619, 540/898-2673, stagedoorproductions.org. The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing.8saturdayspotsylvania/city eventsGreyhound Meet and Greet, Kybecca Wine & Gourmet, 4264 Plank Road (Ukrop's shopping center), Spotsylvania. Sponsored by Blue Ridge Greyhound Adoption. Noon-3 p.m. 540/548-3339, brga.org.Historic Canal and Lock Tour, Friends of the Rappahannock, 3219 Fall Hill Ave., Fredericksburg. Join William Trout of the Canal Society on a canoe tour on the Rappahannock River to explore and learn about a number of old locks and dams. Minimum age 8 years. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $30 per person, $60 family of up to four. Registration required. Backup date: July 15. 540/373-3448.Book Signing/Talk, The Wounded Bookshop, 109 Amelia St., Fredericksburg. Featuring David Alan Brown, curator of Italian paintings at the National Gallery of Art, and author of "Raphael and the Beautiful Banker" and several other books. 7:30 p.m. Free. Reservations required. 540/373-1311, woundedbookshop.com.Zydeco Festival, Lake Anna Winery, 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. Zydeco, Cajun, jazz and funk by the Dixie Power Trio, plus Cajun fare. 6-10 p.m. $10 includes music, souvenir wine glass, tours and tasting. 540/895-5085, dixiepowertrio.com.stafford eventBenefit Dinner, American Legion Post 290, recreation and picnic pavilion, 1204 American Legion Road. Chicken, burgers, hot dogs, beans, coleslaw, chips, drinks. Noon. $8, ages 5-12 $5, under age 5 free. Benefits Stafford Crime Solvers. 540/658-4030.events elsewhereKing George Disaster Relief Summer Social and Fish Fry, King George Recreation Center, State Route 3 East. Fish fry, volleyball, 50-50 raffle with prizes, 2-4 p.m.; live entertainment and dance featuring The Desert Highlife, 6 p.m. $15 per plate for adults, $7.50 per plate for ages 12 and younger (includes dance admission); $3 dance only. Benefits the Middleton Family, who lost their home to fire.Antiques One-Stop Road Show, St. John's Church, 5987 Richmond Road, Warsaw. Experts evaluate heirloom treasures and goods. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $10 per item. Benefits the Northern Neck branch of the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, the Richmond County Museum, the Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society. 804/333-4333.12th Anniversary Celebration, Gray Ghost Vineyards, 14706 Lee Highway, Amissville. Vineyard and winery tours, tastings, music by Seth Kibel Jazz Trio, Civil War campsite with infantry demonstrations, replica Civil War cannon fired throughout the day. Bring a picnic or buy lunch. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 includes glass. Runs again Sunday. 540/937-4869.Open Hangar Day, Commemorative Air Force, Culpeper Regional Airport, 12499 Beverly Ford Road, Brandy Station. Tours of hangar/museum and historic military aircraft. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 540/727-0018, natlcapsq.org."Moonlight and Mystery" Kayak River Trip, Westmoreland State Park, boat rental/camp store. Watch for bald eagles, herons and ospreys; hear historical accounts of smugglers, oyster pirates and counter-agents who used the river to shield their activities. 7-9 p.m. Register at 804/493-8821. Eagle Tours, Caledon Natural Area, 11617 Caledon Road, King George. View eagles in their natural habitat. 9 and 11 a.m. $6, under age 6 free. Reservations required. Runs weekends through Sept. 2. 540/663-3861.Daylily Viewing, Willow Oaks Farm, 14412 Farmer Drive, Woodford. Farm open to the public to view the daylilies, which will be at their peak. Runs again Sunday. Farm open only on weekends, but guests can admire the lilies during off hours, as well. 804/633-6192.Horse Shows in the Sun, Commonwealth Park, Culpeper. See July 6 listing.area concertsFredericksburg Bluemont Concert, Maury stadium, Kenmore Avenue and Hanover Street. Jambulay, dynamic seven-piece Afro-Caribbean festival band. 7:30 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, ages 12 and under $2. Rain place: Walker-Grant Middle School. 703/777-6306, bluemont.org. Rappahannock Summer Music Camp Concert, Fredericksburg Academy, Donald Reed Theatre, off Lafayette Boulevard, Spotsylvania. Jazz ensemble, orchestra and RSMC chorus. 7 p.m. Free. 540/846-8436.Jesus Jubilee, 10325 Elys Ford Road, Spotsylvania. Outdoor gospel concert with The Dosses of Denton, N.C., and Richard and Ramona Morris of Spotsylvania. 6 p.m. Free. 540/786-4116, jesusjubilee.org.Warrenton Bluemont Concert, Old Shadowlawn, 73 Culpeper St. World Jam Club, Brazilian jazz, and rhythm and blues. 7:30 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, ages 12 and under $2. Rain place: Taylor Middle School, 350 E. Shirley Ave. 703/777-6306, bluemont.org.area theaterGrease, Massaponax High School. See July 7 listing.The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing.9sundayspotsylvania/city eventFamily Tours, Historic Kenmore. See July 8 listing.events elsewhereFossil Find, Caledon Natural Area, 11617 Caledon Road, King George. Get introduced to fossils and hunt for your own at the Potomac shoreline. 1 p.m. $3 per person, $8 per family. Reservations required. 540/663-3861, caledonnaturalareafriends.com.Kelly's Ford Equestrian Center Horse Trial 2-Phase, 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. Dressage and stadium jumping. 9 a.m. Entry fee $60, spectators free. 540/399-1899.Eagle Tours, Caledon. 9 a.m. See July 8 listing.12th Anniversary Celebration, Gray Ghost Vineyards. See July 8 listing. Horse Shows in the Sun, Commonwealth Park, Culpeper. $5, under age 12 admitted free. Benefits local charities. See July 6 listing.Daylily Viewing, Willow Oaks Farm. See July 8 listing.area concertsAcoustic Roots, LibertyTown Arts Workshop, 916 Liberty St., Fredericksburg. Fiery mountain music by the Biscuit Burners. 7 p.m. $14, under age 12 admitted free. 540/371-7255, libertytownarts.com. Spotsylvania Bluemont Concert, Marshall Center lawn, 8800 Courthouse Road. Black Sheep presents reggae, jazz, rhythm and blues. 7 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, 12 and under $2. In case of rain, concert will be moved inside. 703/777-6306, bluemont.org.area theaterGrease, Massaponax High School. 2 p.m. See July 7 listing.The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. 1 p.m. See July 6 listing.10mondayarea concertMusic on the Steps, Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Andra Faye and the Mighty Good Men. Bring blanket, picnic. 7-8 p.m. Free. Rain location: inside theater. 540/372-1144.11tuesdayspotsylvania/city eventsRestoration Detective Tours, Historic Kenmore, 1201 Washington Ave., Fredericksburg. Learn about the work behind mansion restoration. Registration required. 1-3 p.m. $10. 540/370-0732."Let Us Entertain You" Luncheon, Fredericksburg Country Club, 11031 Tidewater Trail. Fredericksburg Women's Connection event with high school dance group Higher Power and inspirational speaker. 11:45 a.m. $14. Reservations: 540/710-1960, 540/735-8087.event elsewhereBook Signing, MCA Book Store, 715 Broadway St., Quantico. Gen. Al Gray, 29th commandant of the Marine Corps, and Dr. Paul Otte, president of Franklin University, sign copies of their book, "The Conflicted Leader and Vantage Leadership." 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 703/640-0136, mca-marines.org.12wednesdayspotsylvania/city eventCannons at Kenmore, Historic Kenmore, 1201 Washington Ave., Fredericksburg. Learn about soldiers, the roles of slaves during the war and more. 1 p.m. $10. Registration required. 540/370-0732.area theaterThe Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing.13thursdayspotsylvania/city eventFriends of the Library Beach Read Sale, Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Sale runs through July 22 during regular library hours. 540/372-1144.events elsewhere23rd Annual Mineral Bluegrass Festival, Walton Park, Mineral. Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys, Larry Sparks and The Lonesome Ramblers, Jesse McReynolds and The Virginia Boys and more. Bring lawn chair. Noon-11 p.m. Adults $35, ages 6-13 $15, adult three-day pass $85, under age 6 admitted free. Camping available. Runs through July 15. 540/894-9811, 706/864-7203.Kelly's Ford Equestrian Center Schooling Jumper Show Series, 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. See July 6 listing.Fauquier County Fair, Fauquier Fairgrounds, 6209 Old Auburn Road, Warrenton. Livestock, rabbits, poultry, produce, arts and crafts, animal shows, music, food. Noon-10 p.m. Battle of the Bands, 7 p.m. $5, babes in arms free (does not include rides). Runs through July 16. 540/788-9549, fauquierfair.org.area concert10th Avenue North, New City Fellowship Church, 200 Prince Edward St., Fredericksburg. Rock concert. 7 p.m. Free. 540/899-5349, tenthavenuenorth.com.area theaterThe Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing. 8 p.m. Adults $15, students $10. Runs weekends through July 16. 540/834-4619, 540/898-2673, stagedoorproductions.org.

The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing.

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spotsylvania/city events

Greyhound Meet and Greet, Kybecca Wine & Gourmet, 4264 Plank Road (Ukrop's shopping center), Spotsylvania. Sponsored by Blue Ridge Greyhound Adoption. Noon-3 p.m. 540/548-3339, brga.org.

Historic Canal and Lock Tour, Friends of the Rappahannock, 3219 Fall Hill Ave., Fredericksburg. Join William Trout of the Canal Society on a canoe tour on the Rappahannock River to explore and learn about a number of old locks and dams. Minimum age 8 years. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $30 per person, $60 family of up to four. Registration required. Backup date: July 15. 540/373-3448.

Book Signing/Talk, The Wounded Bookshop, 109 Amelia St., Fredericksburg. Featuring David Alan Brown, curator of Italian paintings at the National Gallery of Art, and author of "Raphael and the Beautiful Banker" and several other books. 7:30 p.m. Free. Reservations required. 540/373-1311, woundedbookshop.com.

Zydeco Festival, Lake Anna Winery, 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. Zydeco, Cajun, jazz and funk by the Dixie Power Trio, plus Cajun fare. 6-10 p.m. $10 includes music, souvenir wine glass, tours and tasting. 540/895-5085, dixiepowertrio.com.

stafford event

Benefit Dinner, American Legion Post 290, recreation and picnic pavilion, 1204 American Legion Road. Chicken, burgers, hot dogs, beans, coleslaw, chips, drinks. Noon. $8, ages 5-12 $5, under age 5 free. Benefits Stafford Crime Solvers. 540/658-4030.

events elsewhere

King George Disaster Relief Summer Social and Fish Fry, King George Recreation Center, State Route 3 East. Fish fry, volleyball, 50-50 raffle with prizes, 2-4 p.m.; live entertainment and dance featuring The Desert Highlife, 6 p.m. $15 per plate for adults, $7.50 per plate for ages 12 and younger (includes dance admission); $3 dance only. Benefits the Middleton Family, who lost their home to fire.

Antiques One-Stop Road Show, St. John's Church, 5987 Richmond Road, Warsaw. Experts evaluate heirloom treasures and goods. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $10 per item. Benefits the Northern Neck branch of the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities, the Richmond County Museum, the Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society. 804/333-4333.

12th Anniversary Celebration, Gray Ghost Vineyards, 14706 Lee Highway, Amissville. Vineyard and winery tours, tastings, music by Seth Kibel Jazz Trio, Civil War campsite with infantry demonstrations, replica Civil War cannon fired throughout the day. Bring a picnic or buy lunch. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 includes glass. Runs again Sunday. 540/937-4869.

Open Hangar Day, Commemorative Air Force, Culpeper Regional Airport, 12499 Beverly Ford Road, Brandy Station. Tours of hangar/museum and historic military aircraft. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 540/727-0018, natlcapsq.org.

"Moonlight and Mystery" Kayak River Trip, Westmoreland State Park, boat rental/camp store. Watch for bald eagles, herons and ospreys; hear historical accounts of smugglers, oyster pirates and counter-agents who used the river to shield their activities. 7-9 p.m. Register at 804/493-8821.

Eagle Tours, Caledon Natural Area, 11617 Caledon Road, King George. View eagles in their natural habitat . 9 and 11 a.m. $6, under age 6 free. Reservations required. Runs weekends through Sept. 2. 540/663-3861.

Daylily Viewing, Willow Oaks Farm, 14412 Farmer Drive, Woodford. Farm open to the public to view the daylilies, which will be at their peak. Runs again Sunday. Farm open only on weekends, but guests can admire the lilies during off hours, as well. 804/633-6192.

Horse Shows in the Sun, Commonwealth Park, Culpeper. See July 6 listing.

area concerts

Fredericksburg Bluemont Concert, Maury stadium, Kenmore Avenue and Hanover Street. Jambulay, dynamic seven-piece Afro-Caribbean festival band. 7:30 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, ages 12 and under $2. Rain place: Walker-Grant Middle School. 703/777-6306, bluemont.org.

Rappahannock Summer Music Camp Concert, Fredericksburg Academy, Donald Reed Theatre, off Lafayette Boulevard, Spotsylvania. Jazz ensemble, orchestra and RSMC chorus. 7 p.m. Free. 540/846-8436.

Jesus Jubilee, 10325 Elys Ford Road, Spotsylvania. Outdoor gospel concert with The Dosses of Denton, N.C., and Richard and Ramona Morris of Spotsylvania. 6 p.m. Free. 540/786-4116, jesusjubilee.org.

Warrenton Bluemont Concert, Old Shadowlawn, 73 Culpeper St. World Jam Club, Brazilian jazz, and rhythm and blues. 7:30 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, ages 12 and under $2. Rain place: Taylor Middle School, 350 E. Shirley Ave. 703/777-6306, bluemont.org.

area theater

Grease, Massaponax High School. See July 7 listing.

The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing.

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spotsylvania/city event

Family Tours, Historic Kenmore. See July 8 listing.

events elsewhere

Fossil Find, Caledon Natural Area, 11617 Caledon Road, King George. Get introduced to fossils and hunt for your own at the Potomac shoreline. 1 p.m. $3 per person, $8 per family. Reservations required. 540/663-3861, caledonnaturalareafriends.com.

Kelly's Ford Equestrian Center Horse Trial 2-Phase, 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. Dressage and stadium jumping. 9 a.m. Entry fee $60, spectators free. 540/399-1899.

Eagle Tours, Caledon. 9 a.m. See July 8 listing.

12th Anniversary Celebration, Gray Ghost Vineyards. See July 8 listing.

Horse Shows in the Sun , Commonwealth Park, Culpeper. $5, under age 12 admitted free. Benefits local charities. See July 6 listing.

Daylily Viewing, Willow Oaks Farm. See July 8 listing.

area concerts

Acoustic Roots, LibertyTown Arts Workshop, 916 Liberty St., Fredericksburg. Fiery mountain music by the Biscuit Burners. 7 p.m. $14, under age 12 admitted free. 540/371-7255, libertytownarts.com.

Spotsylvania Bluemont Concert, Marshall Center lawn, 8800 Courthouse Road. Black Sheep presents reggae, jazz, rhythm and blues. 7 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, 12 and under $2. In case of rain, concert will be moved inside. 703/777-6306, bluemont.org.

area theater

Grease, Massaponax High School. 2 p.m. See July 7 listing.

The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. 1 p.m. See July 6 listing.

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area concert

Music on the Steps, Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Andra Faye and the Mighty Good Men. Bring blanket, picnic. 7-8 p.m. Free. Rain location: inside theater. 540/372-1144.

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spotsylvania/city events

Restoration Detective Tours, Historic Kenmore, 1201 Washington Ave., Fredericksburg. Learn about the work behind mansion restoration. Registration required. 1-3 p.m. $10. 540/370-0732.

"Let Us Entertain You" Luncheon, Fredericksburg Country Club, 11031 Tidewater Trail. Fredericksburg Women's Connection event with high school dance group Higher Power and inspirational speaker. 11:45 a.m. $14. Reservations: 540/710-1960, 540/735-8087.

event elsewhere

Book Signing, MCA Book Store, 715 Broadway St., Quantico. Gen. Al Gray, 29th commandant of the Marine Corps, and Dr. Paul Otte, president of Franklin University, sign copies of their book, "The Conflicted Leader and Vantage Leadership." 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 703/640-0136, mca-marines.org.

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spotsylvania/city event

Cannons at Kenmore , Historic Kenmore, 1201 Washington Ave., Fredericksburg. Learn about soldiers, the roles of slaves during the war and more . 1 p.m. $10. Registration required. 540/370-0732.

area theater

The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing.

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spotsylvania/city event

Friends of the Library Beach Read Sale, Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. Sale runs through July 22 during regular library hours. 540/372-1144.

events elsewhere

23rd Annual Mineral Bluegrass Festival, Walton Park, Mineral. Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys, Larry Sparks and The Lonesome Ramblers, Jesse McReynolds and The Virginia Boys and more. Bring lawn chair. Noon-11 p.m. Adults $35, ages 6-13 $15, adult three-day pass $85, under age 6 admitted free. Camping available. Runs through July 15. 540/894-9811, 706/864-7203.

Kelly's Ford Equestrian Center Schooling Jumper Show Series, 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. See July 6 listing.

Fauquier County Fair, Fauquier Fairgrounds, 6209 Old Auburn Road, Warrenton. Livestock, rabbits, poultry, produce, arts and crafts, animal shows, music, food. Noon-10 p.m. Battle of the Bands, 7 p.m. $5, babes in arms free (does not include rides). Runs through July 16. 540/788-9549, fauquierfair.org.

area concert

10th Avenue North, New City Fellowship Church, 200 Prince Edward St., Fredericksburg. Rock concert. 7 p.m. Free. 540/899-5349, tenthavenuenorth.com.

area theater

The Music Man, Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See July 6 listing.