RAPP HAPPENINGS
Event listings must reach us (preferably by email to events@rappnews.com) by Monday at noon for Thursday’s paper; an actual street address and a phone number we can publish are also necessary. Please limit listings to 60 words. Many more events are listed on our website at RappNews.com/events. Friday, March 8Saturday, March 9
RAAC’s improv workshop is taught by D.C. actor/comic/ teacher/playwright Renee Colarco from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday ($15) and 10 to 5 p.m. Saturday ($50) at RAAC Community Theatre (310 Gay St). The workshop ($65 for both days) is open to adults and teens 12 and older. To register, email raactheatre@yahoo.com with “Improv” in the subject line. Space is limited; early registration is encouraged.
Friday, March 8
Girl Scout night: Come join the Girl Scout community of Rappahannock County from 6 to 8 p.m. across from Trinity Episcopal Church (379 Gay Street, Washington) for Girl Scout cook- ies, singing around the fire, s’mores and hot chocolate. For more information, call 540-9878431.
‘Understory’ presentation: The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community hosts photographer Jackie Labovitz at 8 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library, where she presents “Understory: A Perspective on Painting with Light” as a complement to her photos on display at Middle Street Gallery during March.
Saturday, March 9
Jewelry show: A jewelry trunk show and demonstration by Mary Kenneson from 10 to 5 p.m. at River District Arts (3 River Lane, Sperryville). The vintage button jewelry-making workshop runs from 2 to 3. There is a $35 workshop fee. For more information, call 703-789-0124.
Edible garden presentation: Jonathan Bates, contributing author of “Paradise Lot,” speaks about his 10-year-old edible forest garden from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. Come learn about some of the hundreds of edible and useful plants that fill his abundant para- dise. For more information, call 540-675-9987.
Gourdvine Baptist movie night:
Gourdvine Baptist Church’s movie night is screening “Passion of the Christ” (“Brave” for the little ones) at 6:30 p.m. Free movie; popcorn and drinks are available. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 540-937-2171.
Monday, March 11
Belle Meade guest speaker: Jeb Wofford, fish and wildlife biologist at Shenandoah National Park, is the guest speaker at 12:45 p.m. at Belle Meade School (353 F.T. Valley Road, Sperryville). His talk is entitled “Fish diversity in Shenandoah National Park.” For more information, call 540-9878970.
Wednesday, March 13
Book signing: Harry de Leyer is signing copies of “The Eighty Dollar Champion” at 6 p.m. at the Fauquier County Fairgrounds (6203 Old Auburn Rd., Warrenton). The Chili & Chocolate Equine Seminar begins afterward and features experts speaking on matters of interest to horse owners. The event is free, but an RSVP (to Old Waterloo Equine Clinic) is request- ed. To RSVP, call 540-347-0807 or email owec@aol.com.
Thursday, March 14
Deer presentation: The National Park Service presents information and gathers feedback to help inform its planning process to address chronic wasting disease in white-tailed deer popula- tions within Shenandoah National Park from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Washington fire hall.
Saturday, March 16
Amissville Methodist break
fast: Amissville United Methodist Men are serving breakfast from 8
to 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the church (14760 Lee Hwy., Amissville). Donations accepted; all proceeds are used in service to others. For more information, call 540-937-4672.
RAWL spay/ neuter: RAWL offers simple and affordable spay/neuter services to Rappahannock and neighboring county dogs and cats (fees range from $50 to $100). Register by March 16 for the next trip. For more information, call 540-9373336, 540-937-3283 or visit rawldogs.org.
Leprechaun Launch 5K obstacle race: Come out to Hoover Ridge Athletic Fields (1110 Fairgrounds Rd. in Madison County) and tackle the Leprechaun Launch 5K Obstacle Race. Cost is $25 if registered before Feb. 17 ($30 after). The race begins at 9 a.m. (onsite registration and check in between 7:45 and 8:45). There is a children’s obstacle course and more fun for ages 4-10 at 9:30 a.m. Contact Valerie Miller at 540-718-6531 or visit mpsplayground.com for registration information.
Horse mini- camp: Bring your horse or pony and join the Casanova-Warrenton Pony Club (CWPC) in a skill-building mini-camp, from 9 to 3 at the Great Meadows Polo Arena (5089 Old Tavern Rd.). Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. A $35 donation per rider is requested. For more information and to register, call 540-338-4634.
Antiques appraisal/ bakery boutique: The fifth annual antiques appraisal and bakery boutique is 10 to 2 p.m. at Copper Fox Antiques (7 River Lane, Sperryville). Come have your antique treasures appraised while enjoying baked goods and bidding on silent auction items. Fees are $10 per item (three for $25). Contact the Rappahannock Historical Society for more information, at 540-675-1163 or rapphistsoc@comcast.net.
Mask-making workshop: Twoday mask-making workshop with Peggy Schadler, founder and director of 1000 Faces Mask Theatre from 1 to 4 p.m. in Sperryville. In the first session, sculpt a clay image and cover it with paper mache; in the second (March 23), paint and decorate the mask. Cost is $100 and includes all supplies. Reserve by emailing raactheatre@yahoo.com.
WVFR oyster dinner: Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue hosts an all-you-can-eat ham and oyster dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. at the station. Adults $25 ($10 ages 4-10, 3 and younger are free). All proceeds are used to fund WFVR daily operations. For more information, call 540-675-3615.
Smithsonian at Little Washington: The Smithsonian Chamber players – Kenneth Slowik (piano and cello) and the Aeolus Quartet – present their third concert at 8 p.m. at the Theatre. Tickets are $25 for adults ($10 ages 18 and younger). To make reservations, call 540-6751253 or email TheatreVa@aol.com.
Sunday, March 17
Mountain Laurel open house: Mountain Laurel Montessori Farm School hosts an open-house reception for prospective parents and other interested individuals from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at both the Front Royal and Flint Hill campus. For more information, call 540-636-4257 or visit mlmschool.org.
RappCats meeting: RappCats annual meeting is 1 p.m. at the Middleton Inn. Discussion topics include a summary of 2012 activity and achievements, as well as goals for 2013. Members have the opportunity to vote on the proposed slate of directors for 2013. For more information, email rappcats@rappcats.org.
Shiloh Baptist cemetery fundraiser: Shiloh Baptist Church, in Woodville, hosts its annual cemetery program fundraiser at 3 p.m. with Minister Diane H. Newman from New Mt. Zore Baptist Church. Lunch is served after the 11 a.m. morning service. For more information, call 540987-8402.
Little Fork’s St. Patrick’s Day: Little Fork Episcopal Church (16461 Oak Shade Road, Rixeyville) invites everyone to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at a luncheon in the church parish hall from 1 and 3 p.m. Reservations are not necessary; a $5 donation at the door is appreciated. For more information, call 540-937-4306 or Beth Turner at 540-347-2490.
St. Patrick’s dinner: Sunday Brunch on St. Patrick’s Day at Blue Rock Inn (12567 Lee Hwy., Washington) is closed to the public due to a private party. Dinner hours on St. Patrick’s Day are 4:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call 540987-3388.
Tuesday, March 19
Escaping the Endless Adolescence: A six-week discussion group for parents of teens begins at 4 p.m. in the community room of Samuels Library in Front Royal. Susan Holmes, long-time educator and parent, guides a discussion group that focuses on topics of concern: risk-taking, social media, societal expectations, self-worth, peer and adult relationships. For more information, contact Mountain Laurel Montessori School at 540-636-4257 or Info@MLM-School.org.
Wednesday, March 20
Presentation on berries: Paul Hutcheson, owner of Windmill Heights Garden Center, presents “Planting and Care of popular Plants with Edible Berries” at 2 p.m. at the Washington fire hall. Learn how to improve the quality and crop yield for your favorite berries. Sponsored by the Rappahannock County Garden Club. For more information, call Pam Rubin at 540-987-9459.
Donkey Basketball, a fundraising hit last spring, returns to RCHS at 6:30 p.m. This year’s teams include students and several RCPS employees and staff. Tickets are $6 in advance ($8 at the door); gates open at 5:30. Donkey rides are available for kids 12 and younger ($1). Tickets are sold at the high school, elementary school, the Sperryville Corner Store and the Co-op.
Saturday, March 23
Bluegrass brunch: The third annual Blue State Bluegrass Brunch is 10 to 1 at the Washington Fire Hall (10 Firehouse Ln.). Music by Smiggy and his Guitars; special guests include Sen. Mark Herring, lieutenant governor candidate Aneesh Chopra and House of Delegates candidate Colin Harris. Free admission. For more information, call Jed Duvall at 540-937-3780 or visit rappdems.org.