Spring Checklist To Prep Your Car

car maintenance and repair - mechanic writing checklist paper on clipboard
Every season, you need to take steps to ensure your car performs optimally and safely. For instance, many individuals have all-weather tires put on their vehicles for winter. Although the months in spring are warm and pleasant, you still need to prep your vehicle. This checklist will help. Essential Things to... [read more]

Pick A Forgotten Winter Meal Recipe To Try

Beef Stroganoff with Beef Tenderloin, Mushrooms, Egg Noodles and Asparagus
Whether you’re single or married, it’s easy to fall into a routine when it comes to preparing meals. That means you make the same dishes time after time. This winter, try something different. However, instead of choosing something you’ve never made before, pull out a forgotten recipe that tasted amazing. A... [read more]

Master The Carpool Line For A Stress-free School Year

getting ready for school carpool
It’s normal for kids and parents to be anxious about the start of the school year. This time of the year brings a lot of changes and adjustments. To ease your worries, you should prepare yourself well. This includes the task of getting your kids to and from school. Safety... [read more]

Beat The Heat With These 10 Things To Do With Your Kids Inside

Family Playing Board Game At Home
If the weather is not friendly to playing outside, you may want to keep your kids indoors. However, this can pose some challenges. Your kids may complain of being bored. This doesn’t mean leaving them to watch TV or spend hours on smartphones or other electronic devices. There are plenty... [read more]

Plan A Stay At The Richard Johnston Inn

Beautiful fireplace room in classic style
Situated in the heart of historic Fredericksburg, the Richard Johnston Inn is a stunning historical building. In each room, guests can dive into a blend of old and modern. While locals may have seen the outside of this lovely, restored building, there’s nothing like booking a stay. There are only seven... [read more]

Enjoy A Tasty Sandwich From Basilico

Artisan Salami Sandwich
Basilico New York Deli brings something unique to Fredericksburg by combining fresh, made from scratch Italian food and filling New York Deli-style nosh. In addition, guests can shop for fine Italian products to take home to create their dishes. But many customers rave about the dazzling array of soups, salads,... [read more]

Visit the Belle Grove Plantation for a Glimpse into History

Enslaved Experience and History Tour
Get a feel for some of Fredericksburg's important, yet sometimes forgotten, history with the Enslaved Experience and History Tour. This tour takes place at Belle Grove Plantation on a regular basis. It is the result of several years of research into the plantation’s history. Going on the Tour If you want to go... [read more]

See John Waite in Richmond This September

John Waite Richmond, VA
Get ready to listen to some amazing music performed by John Waite at the Tin Pan in September. The upcoming concert will be a night to remember and will be filled with Waite’s own songs. John Waite has been in the music industry, writing, performing, and recording for 35 years,... [read more]

It’s Time for the 2017 Heritage Festival

Every year, the Prince William Forest Park hosts the Heritage Festival, and the 2017 event is coming up in September. As always, the Prince William Forest Park Heritage Festival celebrates the park’s history since colonial times and brings the local community together. Where and When This year’s Heritage Festival is in Cabin... [read more]

All-You-Can-Eat Ruther Glen Crab Feast

Crab Feast in Ruther Glen
The Crab Feast in Ruther Glen is back, just a short drive from Fredericksburg and waiting for crab-lovers to enjoy as much of this seafood as they want. As always, the annual Crab Feast is being hosted by the Caroline Chamber of Commerce and puts all the seafood you can... [read more]