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July 2019
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts Presents South Pacific
Set against the dramatic background of an idyllic South Pacific island during WWII, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific intertwines the themes of romance, duty, and prejudice to create a story that is all at once hilarious, heartbreaking, and thought-provoking. Based on the anecdotes of a real-life U.S. Navy commander stationed on an island, the musical follows two intercultural love stories: Nellie, a spunky nurse from Arkansas, falls in love with Emile, a French plantation owner on the island who has…
Find out more »September 2019
Civil War Weekend at White Oak
The annual “Yankees in Falmouth!” Civil War living history event has a new home and a new name, “Civil War Weekend at White Oak!” September 14th and 15th. Nearly 100 re-enactors, living historians, and impressionists will be at the grounds of the White Oak Civil War Museum on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The privately operated and renowned Civil War Museum in Stafford County Virginia at 985 White Oak Road in…
Find out more »Twilight Kayak Tour
Come see what wonders the setting sun brings out as we paddle along the Aquia Creek. Beginners are encouraged to join us! Rangers will be on hand to answer your questions and get you on the water. Experience paddlers will enjoy seeing the park from a new perspective. Reservations are required and spots are limited. Please call 540-288-1400 Paddlers using Widewater kayaks are $12 Paddlers bringing your own kayak are $6
Find out more »Trivia Night at Highmark Brewery with Al Burner
Al Burner host trivia night at Highmark brewery. Compete for weekly prices and gift cards.
Find out more »Open mic night at Highmark Brewery with Larry Hinkle
Larry Hinkle hosts open mic night. Show up early to get on the list, first beer is 50% off when you sign up to play!
Find out more »Unfamily Friendly Family Feud
Just like the tv show, our Unfamily Friendly Family Feud challenges you to defend your team's honor with lightning-quick responses. Each team has to guess the top answers for each set of questions. Come watch the fun or join in for a chance to win! Prizes to the winning teams.
Find out more »Noting Nature
Discover a whole new way of seeing the world around you! Keeping a nature journal can improve mental clarity, boost confidence and emotional intelligence, self-discipline and creativity. Join the rangers as we explore Widewater and take the time to slow down and absorb the beauty around us. Each session will begin with an in depth look at one of the parks natural residents. Program is FREE and open to all ages. Participants may bring their own journals. Program is held…
Find out more »Sipping under the Stars
Make your way into the vineyard to sip wine under the stars and enjoy our featured film of the evening, Under the Tuscan Sun. Bring your picnic blanket or lawn chair for your viewing pleasure. Come early to begin your evening with a delectable dinner from Le Grand Cru Bistro in one of our Tuscan Venues. Our outdoor movie series will take place on select dates throughout the spring/summer months on our 16 ft. Big Screen with LCD High Definition…
Find out more »Karaoke Night at 6 Bears & A Goat Brewery with DJ Cathy
It's fun and it's lively! Karaoke at the Brew House is where you want to be on Friday nights! Sing, dance, cheer, and have fun! Grab a beer and dinner and make a night of it!
Find out more »Annie Starring Sally Struthers
Unlike most of the other children at Miss Hannigan's orphanage, little orphan Annie believes that her parents are still alive and will one day return to claim her. So, when billionaire Oliver Warbucks offers to adopt her, she asks him to help find her real mom and dad instead. Warbucks agrees, and his whopping reward for Annie's parents attracts the attention of con artists Rooster, Lily and the wicked Miss Hannigan, who hatch a plot to kidnap Annie and take…
Find out more »Harvest Festival at Potomac Point Winery
It’s that time of year again… Join us for our 13th annual Harvest Festival! Come out on September 28th for a day full of family fun including fall games (for adults & kids), shopping vendors, festive foods, grape stomping, guest wineries and live music! Feel free to order lunch from Le Grand Cru bistro, bring a picnic, or purchase snacks from our different vendors. Come dressed as I Love Lucy to win(e) a secret prize!
Find out more »Harvest Festival at Potomac Point Winery
It’s that time of year again… Join us for our 13th annual Harvest Festival! Come out on September 28th for a day full of family fun including fall games (for adults & kids), shopping vendors, festive foods, grape stomping, guest wineries and live music! Feel free to order lunch from Le Grand Cru bistro, bring a picnic, or purchase snacks from our different vendors. Come dressed as I Love Lucy to win(e) a secret prize! Tickets Include: All Activities, live…
Find out more »Harvest Moon Festival
Saturday, September 28th we will be having our 3rd Annual Harvest Moon Festival! We will have Live Music, Vendors, Corn Hole Tournament, Food Trucks, a Pig Roast, Petty Zoo, crafts for kids and of course BEER!! More activities to be announced so check back. This is a family-friendly FREE event!
Find out more »Monthly Guided Woodland Hikes
Conducted by Virginia Master Naturalists, these informative walks cover a mile of trails in both woodlands and fields and also touch on the historic ruins of Belmont’s past. Please wear sturdy footwear. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Free.
Find out more »October 2019
First Saturday Shoreline Cleanup
Widewater is a beautiful and unique place. Put on your hiking boots and join park rangers keep our shoreline the fascinating place that it is. Teams of volunteers will be given areas to focus on. All supplies will be provided. All we need are energetic, smiling faces. Students needing community service hours will be provided documentation of service.
Find out more »6 Bears & A Goat Brewery – Running of the Goats – October 5th!
In honor of the Service, with a nod toward our Goat, we will be celebrating the Navy's 244th birthday in unique style! We will be having a literal running of 5 goats (think running of the bulls, except with goats); each goat representing one of the branches of the armed military services, and herded by our "Bear" sheep dog on our 4-acre property. Bring the entire family down on Saturday, October 5th for plenty of entertainment, beer, food, and music.…
Find out more »Barley Naked Brewing Company Oktoberfest Celebration & 1st Year Anniversary
Celebrate our 1st year anniversary Oktoberfest Style! Barley Naked has officially been open for one full year and would like to thank the community for their support. Barley Naked will be releasing our German Marzen (Oktoberfest Bier) and our German Dunkel Bier. This family friendly event will boast fun for all including: Bounce house for kids Face painting Pumpkin painting Service Dog Awareness Tent Fest tents with banquet style seating Contest for Best Oktoberfest dressed male & female Contest for…
Find out more »November 2019
Clark Hulings Fund Virginia Art-Business Conference
The Clark Hulings Fund for Visual Artists is excited to announce that it will be hosting a three day Art-Business Conference kicking off with a Thriving Art Exchange event featuring working artists and other industry stakeholders including municipal, college, and nonprofit arts administrators, collectors, gallerists, retailers, and others. Noted organizational change leader Shem Cohen, the president of Change Events, Inc., will facilitate the event. His strength is creating a collaborative journey of discovery and learning. He helps groups achieve shared…
Find out more »Riverside Christmas Spectacular
Back by popular demand and updated for 2019! Experience the excitement, memories, and joy of Christmas as our spectacular cast of singers and dancers present the heart and essence of the holiday season in this pageant of your favorite songs and music. Escape the hustle and stress and rekindle your Christmas spirit at Riverside Center with this glittering celebration of everything that makes this “the most wonderful time of the year”! November 27 - December 29, 2019 11:30am: Dinner &…
Find out more »January 2020
GREASE
Here is Rydell High's senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. Head "greaser" Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their "Summer Nights" as the rest of the gang sings and dances its way through such songs as "Greased Lightnin'," "It's Raining on Prom Night," "Alone…
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