Original works of art donated by RAL member artists will be on display for this annual fundraiser.  Come by the Art Center, 19th N. Main Street Kilmarnock, Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am -4pm to view the art work and purchase your ticket for the Sunday Gala which will be held on June 24th.  Every ticket holder will take part in the drawing and will have the opportunity to choose a valuable work of art from the show to take home with them.  Tickets are $100 and more than one can be purchased.  The number of tickets sold will not exceed the number of artworks in the show, so purchase your tickets early.

Features more than 70 artifacts, documents, biographical profiles, and research panels that examine the war through the experiences of Lancaster County residents who served in the military and those who supported civilian efforts at home. The items, drawn from the museum’s permanent collection and on loan from community members, include uniforms, accessories, equipment, military certificates and service records, personal letters, soldier photographs, original war bond posters, and local Red Cross chapter notes.

The exhibit was researched and designed by museum volunteers Shaune Lee and Gay Chapman and executive director Karen Hart.  While the number of objects is extensive, this is also an exhibit focused on people, beginning with our wall of honor listing 366 Lancaster residents, white and African-American, known to have served in the Great War. Many were just old enough to enlist at 18 and many knew only the life of a farmer or waterman. Most returned safely, but four were killed from service action, accident, or disease.

Throughout the exhibit several individuals are highlighted whose lives and stories provide examples of varied war-time experiences. They range from Army to Navy to Marines, from artillery to ambulances on the front lines in France, and from aviation mechanic to doctor at stateside camps. Profiles include Charles Dixon, John Ashburn, Eldridge Revere, Oscar Chilton, Thomas Dix McGinnes, Dr. Chichester Peirce, William Leland Brent, Joseph Emory Currell, and Robert Dunaway. There are also letters home from Barron Didlake and Hannibal Potter serving in France.

Visitors to the exhibit will also learn about the role of women in the military and in civilian home front efforts.  Alma Ruth Ingram Burrell, a female yeoman at Norfolk Naval Base, and Army nurse Lila Combs Chilton are the only two known servicewomen from Lancaster.  Lila’s sister Bessie Combs Peirce volunteered as the Production Chairman for the Lancaster chapter of the American Red Cross, which kept women, in both white and African-American branches across the county, sewing and knitting for the soldiers and war refugees.  Women also had to adapt their household cooking and eating habits to conserve food for the troops and they faced the challenges of running farms and businesses while the men were away.

$5 requested admission donation 

The Irvington Farmers Market features 100+ vendors from across the region who offer fresh local produce, artisan made crafts, breads, cheeses, jewelry and artwork of all kinds. It was voted Best Farmers Market on Virginia’s East Coast by Virginia Living Magazine in 2015.

The Market runs every first Saturday from May through November 9am-1pm. It features handmade crafts; homemade breads and bakery products; artisanal cheeses, meats, seafood, and soaps; handmade clothing; furniture; jewelry; glassware; baskets; crafts of all kinds and both original and hand-printed artwork. A variety of musicians join us during the season, playing free in the gazebo. Additionally, there are free books from the Lancaster Library; tips from the Northern Neck Master Gardeners; Audubon Society; local farms and more. Oyster Gardens and select water products are sold, too.

Free and dog friendly (well behaved doggies on leashes always welcomed)!

The 4th annual “Arts in The Middle” Juried Fine Arts Show takes place at the beautiful Hewick Plantation in the scenic waterfront town of Urbanna, VA on June 2nd and 3rd. About 100 fine artists from all over the country come each year to exhibit their works in over 7 media categories. Local Musicians, Local Food vendors, Local Artists, Student Artists and great volunteers all help to round out one of the best fine art shows in the region. Artists and patrons alike have sent glowing reviews of the event and say it is one of their favorite shows to exhibit and attend. This year will have wine, beer and champagne tents and expanded local food vendors. Come join us and make a weekend of it. Pet friendly!

Catch the trolley into town to enjoy Urbanna’s restaurants, boutiques, lodging art galleries, town marina, history and more.

The 4th annual “Arts in The Middle” Juried Fine Arts Show takes place at the beautiful Hewick Plantation in the scenic waterfront town of Urbanna, VA on June 2nd and 3rd. About 100 fine artists from all over the country come each year to exhibit their works in over 7 media categories. Local Musicians, Local Food vendors, Local Artists, Student Artists and great volunteers all help to round out one of the best fine art shows in the region. Artists and patrons alike have sent glowing reviews of the event and say it is one of their favorite shows to exhibit and attend. This year will have wine, beer and champagne tents and expanded local food vendors. Come join us and make a weekend of it. Pet friendly!

Catch the trolley into town to enjoy Urbanna’s restaurants, boutiques, lodging art galleries, town marina, history and more.

Features more than 70 artifacts, documents, biographical profiles, and research panels that examine the war through the experiences of Lancaster County residents who served in the military and those who supported civilian efforts at home. The items, drawn from the museum’s permanent collection and on loan from community members, include uniforms, accessories, equipment, military certificates and service records, personal letters, soldier photographs, original war bond posters, and local Red Cross chapter notes.

The exhibit was researched and designed by museum volunteers Shaune Lee and Gay Chapman and executive director Karen Hart.  While the number of objects is extensive, this is also an exhibit focused on people, beginning with our wall of honor listing 366 Lancaster residents, white and African-American, known to have served in the Great War. Many were just old enough to enlist at 18 and many knew only the life of a farmer or waterman. Most returned safely, but four were killed from service action, accident, or disease.

Throughout the exhibit several individuals are highlighted whose lives and stories provide examples of varied war-time experiences. They range from Army to Navy to Marines, from artillery to ambulances on the front lines in France, and from aviation mechanic to doctor at stateside camps. Profiles include Charles Dixon, John Ashburn, Eldridge Revere, Oscar Chilton, Thomas Dix McGinnes, Dr. Chichester Peirce, William Leland Brent, Joseph Emory Currell, and Robert Dunaway. There are also letters home from Barron Didlake and Hannibal Potter serving in France.

Visitors to the exhibit will also learn about the role of women in the military and in civilian home front efforts.  Alma Ruth Ingram Burrell, a female yeoman at Norfolk Naval Base, and Army nurse Lila Combs Chilton are the only two known servicewomen from Lancaster.  Lila’s sister Bessie Combs Peirce volunteered as the Production Chairman for the Lancaster chapter of the American Red Cross, which kept women, in both white and African-American branches across the county, sewing and knitting for the soldiers and war refugees.  Women also had to adapt their household cooking and eating habits to conserve food for the troops and they faced the challenges of running farms and businesses while the men were away.

$5 requested admission donation 

The 5th Typhoon National Championship Regatta takes place June 8-10, 2018.  This is the largest gathering in the world of Cape Dory Typhoon sailboats with as many as 35 boats competing in the 2-day race.  The event is hosted by the Rappahannock River Yacht Club and is open to all Cape Dory Typhoons.

The regatta will be divided into two fleets. The composition of each fleet will be determined during Registration on Friday. The Typhoon Fleets will start together and sail the same course, but will be scored separately.

Championship Fleet: Experienced racers competing for the National Championship.
Corinthian Fleet: Less experienced racers competing for the Corinthian Fleet trophies. Fleet size will not be greater than the Championship Fleet size, and previous winners of the Corinthian Fleetwill race in the Championship Fleet.

Five (5) races are planned, with a maximum of four (4) on Saturday and three (3) on Sunday, at the discretion of the Race Committee (if four races are completed on Saturday, there will only be one race on Sunday). One (1) race shall constitute a series.

This event is open to the public — any Typhoon sailor is able to register.  There are boats traveling as far as Portland, ME, Syracuse, NY and Muskegon, MI to participate.  The general public is welcome to come by Rappahannock River Yacht Club to observe the fun.  There are spectators boats that go out.  It really is a special weekend.

The learn more, check out the regatta website:

www.rryc.org/regattas/typhoon-national-championship-regatta

**A CRUSH FRIDAY EVENT**

A beginner’s course to the world of pen and ink drawing. Natalie Jackson (competing in this year’s Art Prize 10) will discuss basic patterns in nature and use techniques to create these movements. A hands on course, the class is outdoors, on the farm, so dress appropriately. Drinks, shade and facilities will be provided.

Cost: $60 per person

RSVP to Carolyn@duginfarms.com or Natalie Jackson at 804.577.0561

Visit Taber Park in Urbanna every second Saturday during the months of May-Sept for a wonderful selection of locally grown veggies and fruits, flowers, fresh baked breads, artisan cheeses, honey, art and hand crafted clothing, jewelry, soaps, candles and more!  Bring your swimsuits and take a dip in the town pool afterwards (open Memorial Day – Labor Day.)  Live music and food concessions available.  Stroll into town for boutique shopping, dining and lodging check out Urbanna.com

Join us for all the Urbanna Farmers Market 2018 dates :

May 12th  –  June 9th  –  July 14th  –  Aug 11th – Sept 8

Join Belle Isle State Park in welcoming back Tom Euler Trio. Tom Euler is a rock\blues guitarist and multi-genre singer and song writer from Virginia.

Bring the whole family – let the kids loose on the games and activities by the playground, spread out a blanket or set up a lawn chair, lean back and enjoy the soft breeze off the river, and relax to the classic summer sounds of Tom Euler.

For more information, check out their blog post.

The Music by the River concert series is made possible by the sponsorship of many local businesses and by the Friends of Belle Isle (http://www.friendsofbelleislestateparkva.org).

Free popcorn. The Friends groups will sell ice cold soft drinks.
Games and programs for children.
The concert is free, parking is $4.

Features more than 70 artifacts, documents, biographical profiles, and research panels that examine the war through the experiences of Lancaster County residents who served in the military and those who supported civilian efforts at home. The items, drawn from the museum’s permanent collection and on loan from community members, include uniforms, accessories, equipment, military certificates and service records, personal letters, soldier photographs, original war bond posters, and local Red Cross chapter notes.

The exhibit was researched and designed by museum volunteers Shaune Lee and Gay Chapman and executive director Karen Hart.  While the number of objects is extensive, this is also an exhibit focused on people, beginning with our wall of honor listing 366 Lancaster residents, white and African-American, known to have served in the Great War. Many were just old enough to enlist at 18 and many knew only the life of a farmer or waterman. Most returned safely, but four were killed from service action, accident, or disease.

Throughout the exhibit several individuals are highlighted whose lives and stories provide examples of varied war-time experiences. They range from Army to Navy to Marines, from artillery to ambulances on the front lines in France, and from aviation mechanic to doctor at stateside camps. Profiles include Charles Dixon, John Ashburn, Eldridge Revere, Oscar Chilton, Thomas Dix McGinnes, Dr. Chichester Peirce, William Leland Brent, Joseph Emory Currell, and Robert Dunaway. There are also letters home from Barron Didlake and Hannibal Potter serving in France.

Visitors to the exhibit will also learn about the role of women in the military and in civilian home front efforts.  Alma Ruth Ingram Burrell, a female yeoman at Norfolk Naval Base, and Army nurse Lila Combs Chilton are the only two known servicewomen from Lancaster.  Lila’s sister Bessie Combs Peirce volunteered as the Production Chairman for the Lancaster chapter of the American Red Cross, which kept women, in both white and African-American branches across the county, sewing and knitting for the soldiers and war refugees.  Women also had to adapt their household cooking and eating habits to conserve food for the troops and they faced the challenges of running farms and businesses while the men were away.

$5 requested admission donation 

Paint night is for the beginner or experienced artist.  Join local art teacher, Marilyn Sprouse.  She will discuss creating tints and you will practice and use sponges and Velcro to apply paint in an unusual way.  Call the Art Center at 436-9309 for more information and to register

Join Belle Isle State Park in welcoming back Faron Hamblin.

Bring the whole family – let the kids loose on the games and activities by the playground, spread out a blanket or set up a lawn chair, lean back and enjoy the soft breeze off the river, and relax to the classic summer sounds of TFaron Hamblin.

For more information, check out their blog post.

The Music by the River concert series is made possible by the sponsorship of many local businesses and by the Friends of Belle Isle (http://www.friendsofbelleislestateparkva.org).

Free popcorn. The Friends groups will sell ice cold soft drinks.
Games and programs for children.
The concert is free, parking is $4.

Spend your summer night getting cozy under the stars with your favorite person for a movie in the charming Town of Urbanna .  Held at the Urbanna Town Marina at 210 Oyster Road, Urbanna, VA. This summer music concert series is mixing things up! Instead of a concert enjoy a movie under the stars this month. The movie being featured is Star Wars Episode IV – A New Hope (1977.)

We welcome you to be a part of Urbanna’s small town river lifestyle. Come early for mini-golf and an ice cream at the Bethpage Creamery, get a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants, tour the Museum in the Streets or stroll through the shops .

• Bring your chair or blanket
• Come by boat or by land
• Coolers & picnics ARE permitted (no glass please)
• Pets on leashes are welcome
• Family friendly

2018 “Music Under the Stars” Summer Schedule:

This is a FREE live music series from May through September at the Urbanna Town Marina at 210 Oyster Road, Urbanna, VA, suitable for all ages.

May 19th         Featuring:  JNM Band

June 16th        Movie Under the Stars (Movie – TBA held at the Urbanna Town Green at 231 Virginia Street, Urbanna, VA)

July 21st          Featuring:  Good Shot Judy

August 18th   Featuring:  The Michael Clark Band with Tracy Clark

Questions or inquiries:  contact George Throckmorton at gthrockmorton@yahoo.com or 804-833-1016

Allure Art Center offers its newest exhibit, Abstract to Contemporary, with 4 artists – Nancy Jacey, Aaron Bowles, Blair Sutton and Tommy Fox. The show will run until July 8th.

We just received today new metal wall panels that are on display on the porch. They are great for a porch, deck or outdoor screen. Custom screens can be made.

We also just received a large new assortment of locally hand crafted jewelry today.

Features more than 70 artifacts, documents, biographical profiles, and research panels that examine the war through the experiences of Lancaster County residents who served in the military and those who supported civilian efforts at home. The items, drawn from the museum’s permanent collection and on loan from community members, include uniforms, accessories, equipment, military certificates and service records, personal letters, soldier photographs, original war bond posters, and local Red Cross chapter notes.

The exhibit was researched and designed by museum volunteers Shaune Lee and Gay Chapman and executive director Karen Hart.  While the number of objects is extensive, this is also an exhibit focused on people, beginning with our wall of honor listing 366 Lancaster residents, white and African-American, known to have served in the Great War. Many were just old enough to enlist at 18 and many knew only the life of a farmer or waterman. Most returned safely, but four were killed from service action, accident, or disease.

Throughout the exhibit several individuals are highlighted whose lives and stories provide examples of varied war-time experiences. They range from Army to Navy to Marines, from artillery to ambulances on the front lines in France, and from aviation mechanic to doctor at stateside camps. Profiles include Charles Dixon, John Ashburn, Eldridge Revere, Oscar Chilton, Thomas Dix McGinnes, Dr. Chichester Peirce, William Leland Brent, Joseph Emory Currell, and Robert Dunaway. There are also letters home from Barron Didlake and Hannibal Potter serving in France.

Visitors to the exhibit will also learn about the role of women in the military and in civilian home front efforts.  Alma Ruth Ingram Burrell, a female yeoman at Norfolk Naval Base, and Army nurse Lila Combs Chilton are the only two known servicewomen from Lancaster.  Lila’s sister Bessie Combs Peirce volunteered as the Production Chairman for the Lancaster chapter of the American Red Cross, which kept women, in both white and African-American branches across the county, sewing and knitting for the soldiers and war refugees.  Women also had to adapt their household cooking and eating habits to conserve food for the troops and they faced the challenges of running farms and businesses while the men were away.

$5 requested admission donation 

Music on the Half Shell Concert Series presents Good Shot Judy with special guest Paige Melton.

Good Shot Judy specializes in delivering top-notch Classic Vocal Jazz and recreating the classic nightclub entertainment feel of Las Vegas in its prime. Think Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Count Basie, glitz and glamour.

Special guest Paige Melton defines Classic Folk Music, not only with her outstanding voice and guitar but with that innocent “flower child” attitude that so embraced the 60’s and 70’s.

Food and beverage vendors will be on site. Please no dogs or coolers and bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

This is a ticketed event at $10 per person and children under the age of 12 are free with a paying adult.

Please visit www.kilmarnockva.com/kilmarnock-town-park to buy tickets and for more information.

Eat healthy, eat local! Farmers and harvesters bring Farm-to-table and Bay-to-table items direct to you every 4th Saturday in Kilmarnock at the new Town Centre Park!

Markets start in May and continue until October. The market is still looking for vendors who sell the highest qualities of meats, seafood, vegetables, fruits, bakery items and farmers market worthy products.

Check Town Centre Park’s Facebook page before each market to see what will be offered at that market!

Holly Point Nature Park is a tranquil backdrop for the Farmers Market each fourth Saturday in the months of May – September.  Stroll the park for local  veggies and fruits, honey, artisan cheeses, fresh baked breads, flowers and plants, art, handmade clothing, jewelry, soaps and more!  The park has walking trails, a pier, free creek cruises, kayak launch and a children’s garden.    Learn all about boat building and seafaring way of life at the maritime museum.  Bilz Bistro offers good eats and drinks at the tea house and a shaded picnic area.

Check out all the Farmer’s Market Days:  May 26,  June 23, July 28, August 25 and September 22

Features more than 70 artifacts, documents, biographical profiles, and research panels that examine the war through the experiences of Lancaster County residents who served in the military and those who supported civilian efforts at home. The items, drawn from the museum’s permanent collection and on loan from community members, include uniforms, accessories, equipment, military certificates and service records, personal letters, soldier photographs, original war bond posters, and local Red Cross chapter notes.

The exhibit was researched and designed by museum volunteers Shaune Lee and Gay Chapman and executive director Karen Hart.  While the number of objects is extensive, this is also an exhibit focused on people, beginning with our wall of honor listing 366 Lancaster residents, white and African-American, known to have served in the Great War. Many were just old enough to enlist at 18 and many knew only the life of a farmer or waterman. Most returned safely, but four were killed from service action, accident, or disease.

Throughout the exhibit several individuals are highlighted whose lives and stories provide examples of varied war-time experiences. They range from Army to Navy to Marines, from artillery to ambulances on the front lines in France, and from aviation mechanic to doctor at stateside camps. Profiles include Charles Dixon, John Ashburn, Eldridge Revere, Oscar Chilton, Thomas Dix McGinnes, Dr. Chichester Peirce, William Leland Brent, Joseph Emory Currell, and Robert Dunaway. There are also letters home from Barron Didlake and Hannibal Potter serving in France.

Visitors to the exhibit will also learn about the role of women in the military and in civilian home front efforts.  Alma Ruth Ingram Burrell, a female yeoman at Norfolk Naval Base, and Army nurse Lila Combs Chilton are the only two known servicewomen from Lancaster.  Lila’s sister Bessie Combs Peirce volunteered as the Production Chairman for the Lancaster chapter of the American Red Cross, which kept women, in both white and African-American branches across the county, sewing and knitting for the soldiers and war refugees.  Women also had to adapt their household cooking and eating habits to conserve food for the troops and they faced the challenges of running farms and businesses while the men were away.

$5 requested admission donation 

A casual, waterfront outdoor music series held at Holly Point Nature Park at Deltaville Maritime Museum.  The alfresco concert and stage overlooks Mill Creek.  This is a “bring your own lawn chair, cooler and picnic” event. If you don’t have time to pack a picnic, food concessions are available at the Tea House. Live music starts at 5:00 pm with an opening act by Clayton Neal, Middlesex’s own singer/songwriter. The main show will start at 6:00 pm with the “Dixie Power Trio,” hard hitting and out of control!

Gates will always be open 1 hour before the concerts for picnicking.

Rain or Shine – In the event of rain, the concert will be moved to the pavilion

$10.00/Advance Tickets $15/Gate  Children 12 years and under FREE.
Ticket information call (804) 776-7200 or
email: museumpark@verizon.net

Features more than 70 artifacts, documents, biographical profiles, and research panels that examine the war through the experiences of Lancaster County residents who served in the military and those who supported civilian efforts at home. The items, drawn from the museum’s permanent collection and on loan from community members, include uniforms, accessories, equipment, military certificates and service records, personal letters, soldier photographs, original war bond posters, and local Red Cross chapter notes.

The exhibit was researched and designed by museum volunteers Shaune Lee and Gay Chapman and executive director Karen Hart.  While the number of objects is extensive, this is also an exhibit focused on people, beginning with our wall of honor listing 366 Lancaster residents, white and African-American, known to have served in the Great War. Many were just old enough to enlist at 18 and many knew only the life of a farmer or waterman. Most returned safely, but four were killed from service action, accident, or disease.

Throughout the exhibit several individuals are highlighted whose lives and stories provide examples of varied war-time experiences. They range from Army to Navy to Marines, from artillery to ambulances on the front lines in France, and from aviation mechanic to doctor at stateside camps. Profiles include Charles Dixon, John Ashburn, Eldridge Revere, Oscar Chilton, Thomas Dix McGinnes, Dr. Chichester Peirce, William Leland Brent, Joseph Emory Currell, and Robert Dunaway. There are also letters home from Barron Didlake and Hannibal Potter serving in France.

Visitors to the exhibit will also learn about the role of women in the military and in civilian home front efforts.  Alma Ruth Ingram Burrell, a female yeoman at Norfolk Naval Base, and Army nurse Lila Combs Chilton are the only two known servicewomen from Lancaster.  Lila’s sister Bessie Combs Peirce volunteered as the Production Chairman for the Lancaster chapter of the American Red Cross, which kept women, in both white and African-American branches across the county, sewing and knitting for the soldiers and war refugees.  Women also had to adapt their household cooking and eating habits to conserve food for the troops and they faced the challenges of running farms and businesses while the men were away.

$5 requested admission donation 

A night filled with beautiful music, lovely views, and enjoyable people. Allen Krowe of Deltaville invites all to his conservatory to enjoy live music by Bob Flynn on the piano and gorgeous views of Jackson Creek.

Admission is $45.00/person and includes heavy hor d”oerves and two drinks.

All proceeds benefit the Middlesex County Museum and Historical Society.

The Third Annual Rhythm and Brews by the Bay will be held at the Town Park in Kilmarnock, VA.  Three great bands.  JJ and Company, Pressing Strings, Cha Wa.

JJ and Company is Virginia’s River Realm’s own, Justin Burke and his buddies bring that feel good music to the stage.

Pressing Strings is an indie, soul rock group based out of Annapolis\Baltimore will be rocking the Half Shell Stage with their original songs.

Cha Wa’s debut album, “Funk N Feathers,” explored contemporary riffs on the traditional music J’Wan Boudreaux grew up singing alongside his grandfather, Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, in the Golden Eagles Mardi Gras Indian tribe. Now “Spyboy” ups the ante by digging deeper into the sound of New Orleans culture and giving it a modern twist. The disc’s largely original material takes advantage of the band’s new horn section to highlight the musicians’ personal ties to the street music of their hometown. “We wanted to take the roots of what we love about New Orleans brass band music and Mardi Gras Indian music and then voice it in our own way,” says the group’s drummer and founder, Joe Gelini.

Tickets are $20 and are available in advance. Take Advantage of the Chamber member special “buy more, save more” option. Buy ten tickets save $5.00 on each- enter “Chamber18”.

Event kicks off at 5 pm and ends at 10 pm.  Food  and Beverages available to purchase.
Rain or shine event… except extreme or dangerous weather