Thursday, April 25

GWCC Thursday Networking Group. 8:00 am – 9:00 am. 410 Rosedale Ct, Warrenton. Thursday Networking Group is a traditional type of networking group with only one business type represented. The group meets every Thursday morning at Ballet Academy in Warrenton. To join, or for more information about this group, please contact John Marshall Cheatwood at 434-996-7924 or john@blackwelltitle.com. | 540-229-8915 | info@warrentonchamber.org http://www.warrentonchamber.org/networking-2/thursday-networking-group

Overeaters Anonymous. 7:00 pm. Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 6194 Dumfries Road, Warrenton (Route 605, next to P.B. Smith Elementary); (703) 754-1978, (703) 361-6941.

GED Classes (Bealeton). 5:30pm – 6:30pm. Bealeton Library, 10877 Willow Drive North. Piedmont Regional Adult and Continuing Education Programs is providing free GED classes for all five GED tests (writing, science, social studies, reading and math); registration is required; call (540) 829-9914 to reserve your spot; the classes are co-sponsored by the library.

Friday, April 26

Baby Steps. 9:30 am – 10:30 am. 11 Winchester Street, Warrenton. Held weekly at the Warrenton branch of the Fauquier County Library. Who said only the big kids could have fun at the library? Babies (up to 13 months old) and their caregivers will have fun singing, bouncing, rocking and wiggling; followed by free play and socialization. | 540-422-8500 http://www.fauquiercounty.gov/government/departments/library/

Job Seeker Assistance – Bealeton. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton. The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) is assisting job seekers with resume building, applying for unemployment benefits, etc., at the Bealeton Library; call to schedule an appointment. | 540-718-5625 http://library.fauquiercounty.gov

Friday Night Flights & Live Music, at Poplar Springs. Poplar Springs Inn & Manor House Restaurant. 6pm – 8pm. 9245 Rogues Road, Casanova. Chatham Street, acoustic guitars Every Friday join us in the lounge or on the garden terrace (weather pending) for live  performances from amazing local musicians.  No fee to attend. Dress is casual.  Open to the public.  Sample feature wine flights and delight in the light fare menu! For more information, call (540) 788-4600, e-mail: thespa@poplarspringsinn.com, or visit www.poplarspringsinn.com.

GWCC Friday Networking Group. 8:00 am – 9:00 am. 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. The Greater Warrenton Chamber’s Friday Networking Group is a traditional type of networking group with only one business type represented. The group meets every Friday morning at the Fauquier Hospital’s Bistro on the Hill. This group is actively seeking new members. For more information about this group, contact Deanna Hammer at 540-272-1514 or deanna@surreytitle.com. If schools are closed or delayed, this morning event will be canceled. | 540-229-8915 | info@warrentonchamber.org http://www.warrentonchamber.org/networking-2

Going With The Grain. 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. 6474 Main Street, The Plains. Exhibit at Live An Artful Life in The Plains celebrates the creative vision of five master wood craftsmen: Sarah Angle, Barbara Dill, Bruce Cameron, Linda Deardorff and Kyle England. | 540-253-9797 http://www.LiveAnArtfulLife.com/events

Warrenton Middle School presents “Seussical Jr.” 244 Waterloo Street, Warrenton. Friday, April 26 · 7:00 pm  Saturday, April 27 · 7:00 pm. Just imagine a world where anything is possible: an elephant up in a tree, a person too tiny to see, a heroic child and dreams running wild! Come to a magical place where helping a friend, never giving up, and keeping a promise come alive in this witty, wild and wonderful tale that will delight the young and the young at heart. Warrenton Middle School students bring to life in this wonderful musical some of the most beloved Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, the Whos of Whoville, Sour Kangaroo, and the Cat in the Hat! | 540-422-7490 http://www.fcps1.org/education/school/school.php?sectionid=24

Music of the Night. 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm. Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. Frog croaks, owl hoots and the occasional coyote howl; these sound pierce through the quiet darkness of Sky Meadows to let you know that you are not alone. Here’s your chance to hear the nocturnal symphony in person. Bring a flashlight, wear insect repellant and comfortable shoes. Participation in this program is limited to 15 individuals. Reserve your spot by calling the park at 540-592-3556. | 540-592-3556 http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.shtml

Open Mic Night at Allegro Community School of the Arts 4151 Weeks Dr., Vint Hill 7 – 9 pm the 4th Fri. of each month. Open to performers & those who want to come & enjoy the music 540-349-5088

Live music. 9PM. McMahon’s Pub 380 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton.

Al-Anon. 8:30 pm. Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains; For spouses, relatives and friends of problem drinkers. 800-344-2666.

The Stink Bugs. 9 pm. Molly’s Irish Pub, 36 Main Street • Warrenton, VA 20186.

Live DJ. 9:00 pm. 11 S 2nd St., Warrenton. Sibby’s Lounge in Warrenton every Saturday until 1 a.m. 540-216-3141·

Saturday, April 27

All-U-Can Eat Country Breakfast. 8:00 am – 10:00 am. Bethel United Methodist Women All-U-Can Eat Country Breakfast April 20th 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Adults $8.00 Children 10 & Under $3.00 6903 Blantyre Road Warrenton, VA | 540-347-4874

Home & Garden Show. 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. 6209 Old Auburn Rd, Warrenton. The Home & Garden Show brings together the best of local businesses and artisans in an impressive tradeshow format. Shop for everything to make your house a home and your garden a paradise, while enjoying great local food and local entertainment. At the Fauquier Fairgrounds. See Fauquier Values on http://www.discoverypubs.com for discount coupon. | 540-349-8060 http://www.discoverypubs.com

Coffee of the Blockade. 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. Prior to the Civil War, Southerners were accustomed to a great number of imported goods. The Union blockade of Southern ports made many items prohibitively expensive or impossible to obtain. Substitutes for some items, like coffee, were found in the backyards and backwoods that surrounded Confederate homes. Come to the Wash House and sample some “coffee” made with local substitutes. Learn how to identify these plants and prepare them for consumption and receive recipes to try at home. | 540-592-3556 http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.shtml

Annual Corn Hole Tournament at Three Fox Vineyards. Three Fox Vineyards. Competition starts at 1pm (Winery is open 11am – 5pm) 10100 Three Fox Lane, Delaplane, VA 20144 You”ve had a year to hone your skills, and now is the time to show off!  Get your team  together and enter this double elimination tournament. The competition begins at 1:00pm.   For more information, call (540) 364-6073, or visit www.threefoxvineyards.com.

Relay for Life Fundraiser at Sweet Frog. Saturday, April 27 · 11:30 am – 10:00 pm  Sunday, April 28 · 11:30 am – 9:00 pm. 488 Fletcher Drive, Warrenton. Relay for Life Fundraiser at Sweet Frog in Warrenton. The Sweet Frog mascots, Scoop and Cookie, will be on site on Sunday, between 3 and 5 p.m. to meet and greet everyone, and for pictures. Come out and support the fight against cancer, and enjoy some yummy frozen yogurt! At least 10% of the sales donated to American Cancer Society Relay for Life for Fauquier. Hosted by Fauquier Hospital Relay for Life Team and Sweet Frog. | 540-347-9417 | bcstarfish8@gmail.com

Fifth Annual Annandale High School Day, at Philip Carter Winery. Philip Carter Winery. (Winery open 11am – 5pm)  4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume.  This is an annual benefit for the AHS PTSA to benefit programs at Annandale High School, such as to assist those students who are unable to afford the fees associated with the sports programs sponsored by Fairfax County Public School.  Wear red and white and receive a 10% discount on wine purchases.  The winery will donate 10% of the winery’s  gross proceeds for the day to the AHS PTSA.  Most Spirited/Best Dressed will be  presented a complimentary bottle of wine.  Live music, and food available.  Admission is FREE.  For more information, call (540) 364-1203, e-mail: info@pcwinery.com, or visit www.pcwinery.com.

Hoofin’ It for the Homeless Walkathon. 8:00 am – 11:00 am. 6809 Airlie Road, Warrenton. Held at Airlie Conference Center, this event raises money for the homeless population in our community. Any group of people (family, friends,co-workers,civic groups) get together and collect donations then come out and walk. After the walk we have food, entertainment, face painting and music. | 540-341-0900 rbarrett@fauquierfamilyshelter.org http://www.fauquierfamilyshelter.org

Book Cellar open. 10am – 5pm. John Barton Payne Building basement, 2 Courthouse Sq., Old Town Warrenton. Bargains on nearly new and used books starting at 50 cents, including a large selection of paperback and hard cover books by popular authors; inventory is refreshed every week and selected items are marked for special sales; a variety of subjects are represented and include movies (VHS and DVD), music, LPs and CDs; sponsored by the Friends of the Fauquier Library; call (540) 439-1939 to volunteer or for more information.

Mount Carmel Lodge No. 133 AF&AM Breakfast. 9:00 am. 386 Stuyvesant St, Warrenton. Mount Carmel Lodge No. 133, A.F.&A.M. hosts a breakfast on the 4th Saturday of each month. Proceeds benefit certain Lodge activities and the Fauquier Family Shelter. The Lodge Breakfast is open to the public and the cost is a free-will donation. Want to know more about Freemasonry? 2B1Ask1 | (540) 347-1148 | secretary@mtcarmel133.org http://www.mtcarmel133.org

Going With The Grain. 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. 6474 Main Street, The Plains. There is almost no more natural material than wood. For thousands of years it has been used to not only warm civilization, but to create tools, utensils, building materials and yes, even art. “Going with the Grain” not only exhibits the wonderful and natural material – wood, it celebrates the creative vision of five master wood craftsmen. Please join us at Live An Artful Life in The Plains and meet the artists Opening Night on Saturday April 20 from 5–8 PM; carving demonstration with Sarah Angle at 6 PM. Sarah Angle – Hand Carved Wood Sculptures; Barbara Dill – Multi Axis Woodturner, Bowls, Vessels, Sculptures; Bruce Cameron – Unusual Cheese/Cutting Boards and Trays; Linda Deardorff – Alder Wood Vessels, Vases, Boxes and Napkin Rings; Kyle England – Custom Made Furniture. | 540-253-9797 | linda@LiveAnArtfulLife.com http://www.LiveAnArtfulLife.com/events

Schoolhouse #18 Open House. 7592 East Main Street, Marshall. Saturday, April 27 · 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Bring the family, friends, or a whole group to Schoolhouse #18, where Volunteer Docents from the Fauquier Heritage and Preservation Foundation will be on hand as you step back into history and relive what it was like to be a student decades ago! | 540-422-8570 | northcommunitypark@fauquiercounty.gov

Fauquier Young Republicans Panel Discussion. 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm. 6480 College St., Warrenton. The Fauquier Young Republicans are sponsoring a special panel discussion on the conservative movement and the Republican Party at Lord Fairfax Community College in Warrenton. The discussion begins at 4 PM with a free reception at 3:30 PM. Special guests include Richard Viguerie, chairman of ConservativeHQ.com; Christopher Malagisi, president of Young Conservatives Coalition; Kate Edwards, program officer for Young Americans for Freedom; and Christopher Bedford, associate editor of The Daily Caller. Seating is limited, so please RSVP at http://fauquieryrs.org/?page_id=405 | fauquieryrs@gmail.com

Naturalist Stroll. 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. Take a casual walk through the park with Volunteer Naturalist Mary Alexander. Enjoy the park for its natural beauty as you look for signs of native plants and wildlife. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes; insect repellant is highly recommended. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. | 540-592-3556 http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.shtml

Warrenton Middle School presents “Seussical Jr.” 244 Waterloo Street, Warrenton. Friday, April 26 · 7:00 pm  Saturday, April 27 · 7:00 pm. Just imagine a world where anything is possible: an elephant up in a tree, a person too tiny to see, a heroic child and dreams running wild! Come to a magical place where helping a friend, never giving up, and keeping a promise come alive in this witty, wild and wonderful tale that will delight the young and the young at heart. Warrenton Middle School students bring to life in this wonderful musical some of the most beloved Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, the Whos of Whoville, Sour Kangaroo, and the Cat in the Hat! | 540-422-7490 http://www.fcps1.org/education/school/school.php?sectionid=24

Dantez Inferno. 9 pm. Molly’s Irish Pub, 36 Main Street • Warrenton, VA 20186.

Live music. 9PM. McMahon’s Pub 380 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton.

Live entertainment (usually Andre Fox) 9:00 pm. 11 S 2nd St., Warrenton. Sibby’s Lounge in Warrenton every Saturday until 1 a.m. 540-216-3141·

Sunday, April 28

Spring Fever Classic and Custom Car Show. Sunday, April 28, Fauquier High School. (Rain or Shine). 8:00 am – 3:00 pm. Registration Ends at Noon. Awards at 2:30 pm Contact fhsbandcarshow@fauquierband.org for More Information PROFITS FROM THIS EVENT BENEFIT THE STUDENTS IN THE FAUQUIER HIGH SCHOOL BAND PROGRAM THROUGH THE FHS FALCON BAND ORGANIZATION, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION IN THE STATE OF VIRGINIA.

Relay for Life Fundraiser at Sweet Frog. Saturday, April 27 · 11:30 am – 10:00 pm  Sunday, April 28 · 11:30 am – 9:00 pm. 488 Fletcher Drive, Warrenton. Relay for Life Fundraiser at Sweet Frog in Warrenton. The Sweet Frog mascots, Scoop and Cookie, will be on site on Sunday, between 3 and 5 p.m. to meet and greet everyone, and for pictures. Come out and support the fight against cancer, and enjoy some yummy frozen yogurt! At least 10% of the sales donated to American Cancer Society Relay for Life for Fauquier. Hosted by Fauquier Hospital Relay for Life Team and Sweet Frog. | 540-347-9417 | bcstarfish8@gmail.com

Going With The Grain. 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. 6474 Main Street, The Plains. There is almost no more natural material than wood. For thousands of years it has been used to not only warm civilization, but to create tools, utensils, building materials and yes, even art. “Going with the Grain” not only exhibits the wonderful and natural material – wood, it celebrates the creative vision of five master wood craftsmen. Please join us at Live An Artful Life in The Plains and meet the artists Opening Night on Saturday April 20 from 5–8 PM; carving demonstration with Sarah Angle at 6 PM. Sarah Angle – Hand Carved Wood Sculptures; Barbara Dill – Multi Axis Woodturner, Bowls, Vessels, Sculptures; Bruce Cameron – Unusual Cheese/Cutting Boards and Trays; Linda Deardorff – Alder Wood Vessels, Vases, Boxes and Napkin Rings; Kyle England – Custom Made Furniture. | 540-253-9797 | linda@LiveAnArtfulLife.com http://www.LiveAnArtfulLife.com/events

Geocaching 101. 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. This program is designed to introduce participants to the ins and outs of the global treasure hunting phenomenon. You’ll learn what a geocache is, how to use a GPS unit to locate them, and how to find caches in just about any location you’ll be visiting world-wide. The workshop includes a ranger-led hike to find caches in the park. No experience is necessary. Fee: $3.00 per person; $8.00 per family. Fee includes use of park GPS units. | 540-592-3556 http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.shtml

Flutter By, Butterfly. 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. If you would like to learn more about butterflies, or are looking to walk with others who share your interest in them, come out to Sky Meadows for our “Flutter By, Butterfly” program. Meet Volunteer Naturalists Mary Alexander and Steve Malone from the Washington Area Butterfly Club at our Visitor Center. They will lead a walk along park trails in search of butterflies, assisting with netting and identification as you go. Bring binoculars, water and comfortable shoes. For a checklist of Sky Meadows butterflies, please inquire at the Visitor Center. | 540-592-3556 http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.shtml

Bear’s Birthday Party. 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm. 3072 Tenerife Rd, Catlett. Join us for an afternoon of fun to support Simple Changes therapeutic riding center! We are celebrating our wonderful horse, Bear, turning 30 year’s old! Live band, BBQ, Silent Auction, Kids Games, Pony Rides (weather dependent) and more! Please RSVP by April 22. More information on our website. Held rain or shine. | 703.400.7209 | simplechanges@hotmail.com http://www.simplechanges.org

Civil War Medicine Lecture and Warrenton Museums Tour. 10 Ashby St Warrenton. 4:30 pm. Join us for an exclusive after-hours lecture and tour! Start off your evening with a quick visit to the Old Jail Museum where you’ll enjoy light refreshments and get to see our new Civil War Medicine exhibit. At 4:30, step inside the historic Warrenton Courthouse where our special guest lecturer Dr. Martha Neff-Smith, medical doctor and President of the James Madison Museum in Orange, VA, will speak on Civil War Medicine, the rather primitive medical knowledge of the time and how it affected soldiers during the war. Dr. Neff-Smith will be demonstrating with an amputation kit and other medical instruments to bring this exciting lecture to life. After the lecture, follow our guides as they lead you to the Liberty Heritage Society Museum and the Lincoln Washington Society Museum. For more information contact the Old Jail Museum at 540-347-5525 or oldjailmuseum@rcn.com. Space is limited, be sure to get your ticket early! http://www.fauquierhistory.com/index.cfm?pagesID=8 | 540-347-5525 | oldjailmuseum@rcn.com http://www.fauquierhistory.com/index.cfm?pagesID=8

Traditional Irish Music. 5PM. McMahon’s Pub 380 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton.

Monday, April 29

Baby Steps (Warrenton). 10:30am – 11:30am. Warrenton Library, 11 Winchester Street, Warrenton. Who said only the big kids could have fun at the library? Babies and their caregivers will have fun singing, bouncing, rocking and wiggling to Mother Goose rhymes and new favorites followed by free play and socialization; for infants up to 13 months old. (540) 422-8500.

Job seeker assistance. 12pm – 4pm. Bealeton Library, 10877 Willow Drive North. The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) assists job seekers with resume building, applying for unemployment benefits, etc., at the library; call (540) 717-0233 to schedule an appointment.

Scrabble. 6:00pm – 7:30pm. John Marshall Library, 4133 Rectortown Rd., Marshall. Call for details; (540) 422-8500.

Chess Club (Warrenton) 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Warrenton Library, 11 Winchester St.; (540) 422-8500, ext. 6862. For adults who are interested in learning to play or looking to improve their skills; bring a chess board if you have one; light snacks and beverages provided courtesy of the Friends of the Fauquier Library.

Tuesday, April 30

GWCC Tuesday Morning Tipsters. 251 West Lee Hwy, Bldg 726 Suite # 3, Warrenton. Are you a professional that wants to grow your business by learning how to work by referral? We will be looking for ways to market ourselves strategically. This group meets the first and third Tuesday at the Greater Warrenton Chamber’s office. For more information, contact Paul Goff of Puffenbarger Insurance & Financial Services at goffp1@nationwide.com. | 540-229-8915 | info@warrentoncahmber.org

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Baby Steps (Warrenton). 10:30am – 11:30am. Warrenton Library, 11 Winchester Street, Warrenton. Who said only the big kids could have fun at the library? Babies and their caregivers will have fun singing, bouncing, rocking and wiggling to Mother Goose rhymes and new favorites followed by free play and socialization; for infants up to 13 months old. (540) 422-8500.

Preschool Story Time (John Marshall). 4:30pm – 5:30pm. John Marshall Library, 4133 Rectortown Rd., Marshall; (540) 422-8500. Stories, songs and activities for 3- to 5-year-old children; independent story time; parents and caregivers must remain in the children’s areas.

Half Pints Story Time (Warrenton). 10:30am – 11:30am. Warrenton Library, 11 Winchester Street (map)   Descriptionfor children 13 to 24 months old accompanied by a parent or caregiver; get ready to swing into the story time groove with short picture books and a lot of movement; (540) 422-8500.

Preschool Story Time. 4:30pm – 5:30pm. John Marshall Library, 4133 Rectortown Rd., Marshall; (540) 422-8500. Stories, songs and activities for 3- to 5-year-old children; independent story time; parents and caregivers must remain in the children’s areas.

GED Classes (Bealeton). 5:30pm – 8:00pm. Bealeton Library, 10877 Willow Drive North. Piedmont Regional Adult and Continuing Education Programs is providing free GED classes for all five GED tests (writing, science, social studies, reading and math); registration is required; call (540) 829-9914 to reserve your spot; the classes are co-sponsored by the library.

English as a Second Language. 7:00pm – 8:30pm. John Marshall Library, 4133 Rectortown Rd., Marshall. Classes are presented at the library by Literacy Volunteers of Fauquier County. Call (540) 422-8465 for more information or to confirm meetings.

Falls Prevention Symposium. 500 Hospital Drive Warrenton. 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm. This is the second annual Aging Together Falls Prevention Symposium. Featured speakers wll be Michelle L. Lincoln, RPh talking about how medication effects falls risk, and Dr. Jocelyn Cole on suggestions to improve balance and flexibility. This is a free event, but pre-registration is requested but not required. This symposium will be held in the Sycamore Conference Room at Fauquier Hospital. For more information contact 829-6405 or bvermillion@agingtogether.org | 540-829-6405 | bvermillion@agingtogether.org

Wednesday, May 1

Half Pints Story Time (Bealeton) 10:30am – 11:30am. Bealeton Library, 10877 Willow Drive. Stories, songs and activities for 13- to 30-month-old children with a parent or caregiver; (540) 422-8500.

Toddler Story Time (Warrenton) 10:30am – 11:30am. Warrenton Library, 11 Winchester Street. Stories, songs and activities for 2- to 3-year-old children with a parent or caregiver; (540) 422-8500.

Senior Citizens Lunch Bunch. 11:30 am. Potluck lunch; Grace Episcopal parish hall, Casanova; Barbara Gouldthorpe, 788-4298.

GWCC Lead Street Networkers. 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm. 81 Main Street, Warrenton. Greater Warrenton Chamber’s Lead Street Networkers meet at Sunny Reynolds Studio 19 at 81 Main Street in Warrenton. This is an open group. Anyone from any industry is welcome to join. The group is dedicated to building strong, lasting business relationships and passing on quality referrals. The members of this group represent a diverse array of professions and personalities, all committed to working as part of the GWCC to bolster local businesses and contribute to our community. For more information, contact Ryan Bascome of On The Road Again Mobile Mechanic at 540-316-8677 or otramm@otramm.com. 540-229-8915.  info@warrentonchamber.org http://www.warrentonchamber.org/networking-2/leads-street-networkers

Overeaters Anonymous. 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm. Leeds Episcopal Church parish hall, 4332 Leeds Manor Road, Markham; (540) 542-7688, (540) 222-4990.

ESL Class (Warrenton) 6:00pm – 7:30pm. Warrenton Library, 11 Winchester Street. Classes are presented at the library by Literacy Volunteers of Fauquier County. Call (540) 422-8465 for more information or to confirm meetings.

Open Mic with Host Steve Hagedorn. 9 pm. Molly’s Irish Pub, 36 Main Street  •  Warrenton, VA 20186.