Fredericksburg Pride

July Youth Book Club: Dear Mothman by Robin Gow
2024-07-16 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Carline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
LGBTQ+ and allies TEEN book group hosted by Central Rappahannock Regional Library and FXBG PRIDE

July: Dear Mothman by Robin Gow

* Suitable for grades 6-12* Type: Book Group* Language: English* Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Second Floor.* Date: Tuesday July 16th. Event is typically held on the thirdTuesday of every month @ 6:30pm.

Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: owen.cobey@crrl.org

Alt Photo Text: A colorful flyer with the next upcoming book club events listed. Text Reads: LGBTQ+ Teen Book Group, 3rd Tuesdays 6:30-7:30, Grades 6-12, New members welcome! In partnership with (FXBG PRIDE LOGO). The bottom footer is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library Logo. Teens can choose what book they prefer to read that month. (FXBG PRIDE will highlight a specific book.)
June 18: Dress to Transgress — The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang, Boys Run th eRiot by Keito Gaku, Kings Queens and In-Betweens by Tanya Bateju, The Power of Style by Christian Allaire
July 16: Creature Feature — Mamo by Sas Milledge, When the Angels left the Old Country by Sacha Lamb, Dear Mothman by Robin Gow, The Baker and the Bard by Fern Haught
August 20th: Knights and Castles — The Prince and the Coyote by David Bowles, I’m In Love with the Villainess by Inori, The Bone Spindle by Leslie Vedder, The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz
Book cover descriptions needed

Slow Flow Yoga - Pride Month "Cool Down" - FREE
2024-07-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 810 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Time & Location

When: Jul 06, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Dragonfly Yoga Studio – Fredericksburg, 810 Caroline St

About the Event

Need a cool down and grounding event from Pride Month?
Dragonfly Yoga is hosting FREE Slow Flow Yoga for FXBG Pride on Saturday, July 6th, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Join us for an opportunity to relax and unwind. Perfect for all levels – no yoga experience necessary. The studio has about 10 yoga mats available to borrow. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat if possible, there are limited to borrow. Everything else needed for practice will be provided.

FREE event tickets: https://www.dragonflyyogafred.com/schedule

Accessibility: Dragonfly Yoga Studio is not wheelchair accessible. There is a flight of stairs to access the studio.

Alt Photo Text: Pink Background with the Dragonfly Yoga Studio Logo (white dragonfly and with floral medallion on either side)
Text: Slow flow yoga, July 6th, 1-2pm – Free

Drag Brunch @ Caseys
2024-06-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Caseys, 622 Kenmore Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Fredericksburg Pride and Caseys FXBG is hosting Drag Brunch – PRIDE EDITION!

Feat: Genocide Abrasax, Shenandoah, Leilani Dominique Envy + Shoujo A Go-Go
10% of all meal proceeds will be donated to FXBG PRIDE! So grab a ticket, have a great brunch, tip your performers and enjoy the show!

Date: Sunday, June 30thTime: 12:00pm-2:00pmLocation: Caseys 622 Kenmore Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Cost: Tickets are $15.00, cost of food, cash tips for performers
Tickets: https://donorbox.org/events/618941?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3xDrFuiF66rHkKJiORzLY-I5fq5ZfWB8yEc99JZ8asxWch1hWGIyBWV70_aem_Ab29eGYtRzy-r33xSoKT-IjVMZuaP5Mt19NTZOWfEgg52vjMAGXdTpjem7Hm6_MlII-vsD0pO-OuV3M-eRigYhlu

Caseys Menu: BRUNCH.pdf (caseysfxbg.com)

Pride Afterparty
2024-06-29 17:00 - 23:00 | Market Square, 909 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
After FXBG PRIDE Fest we are hosting our 2nd Annual Pride Afterparty at Historic Market Square!

Our FREE event will be behind Fredericksburg Area Museum from 5pm-11pm with live performances, drinks, baked goods, cotton candy and an 18 + GLOW Dance Party (9pm-11pm).
5:00-5:05 – Opening Speech5:05-6:00 – Shenandoah Drag6:30-7:30 – Shagwuf8:00-9:00 – Bryce Bowyn9pm-11pm – 18+ GLOW Dance Party with DJ Seth Casana

Music by Big Wig Productions

Event Hosted by: Fredericksburg Pride

Event Policy and Procedures: https://fxbgpride.org/policies/event-policies/

** Entrance opens at 5pm – early entrance will not be permitted. Need something to do while you wit to enter? Check out the new LGBTQIA+ Exhibit at Fredericksburg Area Museum: https://famva.org/out-and-about/ **

Fredericksburg Pride Fest 2024
2024-06-29 11:00 - 17:00 | Riverfront Park, 705 Sophia St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Time & Location

When: June 29th, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Riverfront Park – 701 Sophia St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

About the Event

Welcome all to Fredericksburg Pride Nonprofits FOURTH FXBG PRIDE event!
Musical Performances! Local Vendors! Local Organizations! Raffles! PRIDE!
A Few Booth Highlights: TO COME
Schedule: TO COME
March: Our March will start at Riverfront Park! Meet at 10:00 – march will start approx. at 10:30 and head through downtown BACK to the festival at Riverfront Park!
We’d love to see you in your FXBG PRIDE shirts – found here: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fxbg-pride/
Accessibility, Parking and First Aid:
*Attendee Event Entrance: Will be in main park entrance on the corner of Sophia Street and Charlotte Street. E
*All booths/tents are to have a clear, clean space with standard table height accessible to all. ASL Interpreters provided at the stage for speeches and scheduled musical performances
* Public Event Parking: For the event at Riverfront Park you may park where applicable in designated spots – except for permit/private parking. Parking for this event will be similar to that of the Christmas Parade (throughout downtown and walk-in). Public Lots – Barton Street – public parking (off William and Barton) Sophia Street and Parking garage on Wolfe St. Uber – Lyft – Yellow Taxicab Service – (540) 429-9350 Global Cab VA- (540) 657-2227. (FXBG PRIDE is not responsible for parking fees). https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/744/Parking
More info on the FXBG PRIDE MARCH HERE: https://fxbgpride.org/event/fxbg-pride-march-2024/
*Disability Parking: TBD
* Fredericksburg Rescue Squad will be on site with an ambulance crew

Early Booth Registration can sign up here
Early Performance Request can email Info@fxbgpride.org
Sponsor Sign Up Sheet
NO posts regarding open vendor spots / payment for spots or other will be posted outside of our account!
Please report if you receive any comments, emails, phone calls from anyone other than Fredericksburg Pride (otherwise known as FXBG Pride) regarding these matters.
Any personal emails will come directly from info@fxbgpride.org or mhenry.fxbgpride@gmail.com

*Code of Conduct and Participation Guidelines

FXBG PRIDE MARCH 2024
2024-06-29 10:00 - 23:00 | Riverfront Park, 705 Sophia St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
FXBG PRIDEs 4th Annual Community Pride March will be held Saturday June 29th at 10:00AM. Our theme this year is Embrace Your Pride!
Speeches begin at 10:00AM
Procession to begin at 10:30AM through the streets downtown with Progress Pride flags on either side of us! Route to lead us directly back to Riverfront Park where the Pride Festival is being held!
Date: Saturday, June 29thTime: 10:00AM – 11:00AM – Procession begins at 10:30AMLocation: Riverfront Park – 705 Sophia St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401Route: Riverfront Park -> Charlotte Street -> Caroline Street -> Amelia -> Princess Anne -> Charlotte Street -> Riverfront Park

Cost to attend: FREE

*March Parking: Fredericksburg VRE Parking Lot B is available to the public as well as City Dock Parking and parking in the main Sophia Street Parking lot.

Link to parking garages: https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/206/Parking-Garage

FXBG PRIDE, Fredericksburg Pride and there of are not responsible for parking, parking fees or any costs associated with attendance of “FXBG PRIDE” event(s).
If you would like to sponsor this event please email us at fredericksburgpride@gmail.com
BATHROOMS are located both at Riverfront Park and at the Fredericksburg Visitors Center a block away @ 706 Caroline Street.
Accessibility: Fredericksburg Pride will have an ASL Interpreter onsite for the Pre-march speeches and during the march. The interpreter will be at the front of the march. The march is approximately 1 mile. Riverfront Park is a flat park with sidewalk access and grassy field. The march is going with traffic flow on paved asphalt streets.

*Code of Conduct and Participation Guidelines are located on our website!

*Alt Photo Text: a blurred picture of 2023 Pride march. On top is FXBG Pride logo – white writing saying FXBG going up next to a play on the Pride flag – the word PRIDE in rainbow inside the flag. The middle of the picture states MARCH in white lettering. The bottom has the event details as listed.

Rainbow Reads: June: Heartstopper, Volume 1 by Alice Oseman
2024-06-26 18:30 - 19:30 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Carline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Central Rappahannock Regional Library and FXBG PRIDE

June: Heartstopper, Volume 1 by Alice Oseman
* Suitable for Adults and Seniors* Type: Book Group* Language: English* Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Room 3.* Date: Wednesday June 26thEvent is typically held on the third Wednesday of every month @6:30pm.

Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org

Alt Photo Text: A colorful flyer with the next upcoming book club events listed. Text Reads: Rainbow Reads, an LGBTQ+ and allies book group, 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30. New Members Welcome. In partnership with (FXBG PRIDE LOGO). The bottom footer is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library Logo. The background behind the flyer is of bookshelves with books on them.
Image 1 on the flyer: Book cover Heartstopper Volume 1 by Alice Oseman June 26th
Image 2 on the flyer: Book cover Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield – July 17
Image 3 on the flyer: Book cover Page boy by Elliot Page – August 21st Book cover descriptions needed

Reclaim Arcade: Pride Night
2024-06-26 16:00 - 21:00 | Reclaim Arcade, 2324 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Whether you choose Skeeball, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, or any of the many Pinball options – RECLAIM ARCADEs Pride Night is sure to be blast from the past and tons of fun!
In-Person tickets are the same cost as normal $15.00 with $5.00 from each ticket going towards Fredericksburg Pride npo!

Cost $15.00
Address: 2324 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Tickets: Purchased IN PERSON day of (cash and card accepted)

Accessibility: Entrance door swings, many games are high up and require standing position. Venue is wheelchair accessible. There is food and drink available for purchase, limited tables for seating. A couch is available near the entrance.

Alt Photo Text: Digital Image Poster for Reclaim Arcades Pride Night fundraiser. Each text fragment in a different neon/ arcade style font + color. A neon blue and pink game controller has the FXBG PRIDE logo centered. Text states: Reclaim Arcade Pride Wednesday, Tickets: $15.00, June 26th 4pm-9pm, $5.00 per ticket donated – No additional cost!

LGBTQIA+ All Womxns Group - Last Mondays
2024-06-24 18:30 - 20:30 | VA
ALL Womens Group

This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.
This program typically meets on the last Monday of the month –monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!

When? Last Monday of the Month Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: Cost of Meal – Attendance is FREE
Location: Changes Monthly based on that months event! (If we havent updated this month yet – email mhenry.fxbgpride@gmail.com for event details!)

*Sponsorship available with request – please email us at fxbgpride@gmail.com to discuss details.

*Please note majority of our womxns events are not sponsored by the location chosen*

Accessibility: Dinner will typically be inside. be inside at booths + tables. At a smaller restaurant, we will have multiple tables. Seating may be outside. Masks are not required for those fully vaxxed + boosted and encouraged for those who are not. Fredericksburg Pride is happy to accommodate American Sign Language interpreting services if needed – please request this within two weeks of the event by emailing us at fredericksburgpride@gmail.com so that we may have adequate time to schedule an interpreter on site.

Alt Photo Text: Purple, Pink, Orange border. FXBG PRIDE logo centered up top. Text states: WOMENS Group (WOMENS is made up of pinks/purple picture’s of past events.), Calendar image w/ Last Monday of the month. Clock image w/ From 6:30-8:30pm, Location ping image w/ Changes based on monthly location. Text states Join us the last Monday of the month for our ALL womens LGBTQIA+ group!

LGBTQIA+ Womens Group
2024-06-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Kumo, 1251 Emancipation Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
ALL Womens Group – Sushi at Kumo

This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.
This program typically meets on the last Monday of the month –monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!

Monday, June 24th6:30-8:30pm – Kumo Sushi – 1251 Emancipation HWY, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Cost: Cost of Meal – Attendance is FREE

*Sponsorship available with request – please email us at fxbgpride@gmail.com to discuss details.

*Please note this is not a Kumo sponsored event*

Accessibility: Dinner will be inside at booths + tables. As a smaller resteraunt, we will have muliple tables. Seating will be outside. Masks are not required for those fully vaxxed + boosted and encouraged for those who are not. Fredericksburg Pride is happy to accommodate American Sign Language interpreting services if needed – please request this within two weeks of the event by emailing us at fredericksburgpride@gmail.com so that we may have adequate time to schedule an interpreter on site.

Alt Photo Text: Purple, Pink, Orange border. FXBG PRIDE logo centered up top. Text states: WOMENS Group (WOMENS is made up of pinks/purple picture’s of past events.), Calendar image w/ Monday, June 24th. Clock image w/ From 6:30-8:30pm, Location ping image w/ Kumo Sushi, 1251 Emancipation HWY. Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Text states Join our ALL Womens LGBTQIA+ Group for Sushi at Kumo!

Pride - O - Ween by Madam's Oddities
2024-06-21 19:00 - 23:00 | Madames Oddities, 2011 Princess Anne St #101, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Join us at Madame’s Oddities for “Pride-O-Ween.” A night of dancing, costume contest, photobooth and fun to celebrate! Half of door donations will be going towards FXBG Pride Organization. This event is an All Ages event, so dress to impress! Our space has no stairs and can be wheelchair accessible

Tickets: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.caraabellla.com%2Fevent-details%2Fpride-o-ween%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR18QRIxRN4i7HBtAZ2N4zM6X140okER4LFQdi9vPzClhrYpS5uWy2eVh9Q_aem_Ab0EG2yFOJe3iNBbJfy5pt_8UEvSmraCbMG6_mge6UNe2121Hy2ikJTFrcydVn5RAMbeggyvOqf-19l6kXTRlfNf&h=AT3TTFH-dcqtPXA1xgF6xxkflmIlHSDYYSl9zx6m2NhixGq7aC2bRD2jSTdbIMcIn0zWrn4msLK3aabwiLAR_yqojvbNGgkeg-e4VuPUvfQtysbY9hD8ictt5teWrZgjdD4GQsPRi38ZrhSx06N5gA

June Youth Book Club: The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang
2024-06-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Carline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
LGBTQ+ and allies TEEN book group hosted by Central Rappahannock Regional Library and FXBG PRIDE

June: The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang

* Suitable for grades 6-12* Type: Book Group* Language: English* Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Second Floor.* Date: Tuesday June 18th. Event is typically held on the thirdTuesday of every month @ 6:30pm.

Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: owen.cobey@crrl.org

Alt Photo Text: A colorful flyer with the next upcoming book club events listed. Text Reads: LGBTQ+ Teen Book Group, 2nd Tuesdays 6:30-7:30, Grades 6-12, New members welcome! In partnership with (FXBG PRIDE LOGO). The bottom footer is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library Logo.
Image 1 on the flyer: Cheer Up! Love and Pompoms by Crystal Frasier – March 19thImage 2 on the flyer: The Ojja Wojja by Magdelene Vissagio- April 16thImage 3 on the flyer: Other Ever Afters by Melanie Gillman – May 21Book cover descriptions needed

Pride Prom
2024-06-14 18:00 - 23:00 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Carline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Pride Center FXBG and Fredericksburg Pride are thrilled to collaborate in hosting the most sensational soirée of the year -Pride Prom: Back to the ‘90s!

Get ready to dance the night away and relive the best of the ‘90s at this fabulous celebration of PRIDE as we celebrate diversity and unity in the LGBTQ community!

Get your tickets at the link today! Prices increase $10 May 1 and June 1.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to party like it’s 1999! themed outfits encouraged!

Event is 18+. Light appetizers included in ticket cost with cash/card bar available.

How to be an Ally with CRRL
2024-06-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 806 Lyons Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
Fredericksburg Pride has been invited to join Central Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch for an in-person panel discussion event on Friday, June 14th at 1:30!

Join us at Central Rappahannock Regional Library we talk How to Be An LGBTQ+ Ally, local LGBQIA+ nonprofits, upcoming pride month events and more!

Drag Brunch @ Caseys
2024-05-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Caseys, 622 Kenmore Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Fredericksburg Pride is HUNGRY to host our first Drag Brunch with Caseys of Fredericksburg!
We will be featuring Genocide Abrasax, Sir Hysteric*nt, Delta B. Knyght and Shoujo A Go-Go!
Date: Sunday, May 26th
Time: 12-2pm
Location: Caseys of Fredericksburg
Cost: $15.00 show tickets (does not include meal)
Age: 18+ (minors MUST be accompanied by an adult)
Caseys Menu: https://caseysfxbg.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/BRUNCH.pdf
Ticket Link
Alt photo Text: Poster for Drag Brunch. Header is a head shot of Genocide Abrasax, Sir Hysteric*nt, Delta B. Knyght and Shoujo A Go-Go. Text states event details. Footer of page has this text with ripped green papers: Drag Brunch, May 26th, 12-2pm , $15, 10% of meal proceeds donated to FXBG PRIDE
Accessibility: The event will be held on the more accessible (right) side of Caseys – not the bar side. Booths are cushioned and some tables are half booth / half chairs. We cannot accommodate seat reservations. Tables will be shared and first come first serve

May LGBTQ+ Teen Book Group - Other Ever Afters by Melanie Gillman
2024-05-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
LGBTQ+ and allies TEEN book group hosted by Central Rappahannock Regional Library and FXBG PRIDE

May – Other Ever Afters by Melanie Gillman
* Suitable for grades 6-12
* Type: Book Group
* Language: English
* Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Second Floor.
* Date: Tuesday May 21st. Event is typically held on the third
Tuesday of every month @ 6:30pm.

Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: owen.cobey@crrl.org

Alt Photo Text: A colorful flyer with the next upcoming book club events listed. Text Reads: LGBTQ+ Teen Book Group, 2nd Tuesdays 6:30-7:30, Grades 6-12, New members welcome! In partnership with (FXBG PRIDE LOGO). The bottom footer is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library Logo.
Image 1 on the flyer: Cheer Up! Love and Pompoms by Crystal Frasier – March 19th
Image 2 on the flyer: The Ojja Wojja by Magdelene Vissagio- April 16th
Image 3 on the flyer: Other Ever

Rainbow Reads Book Club - May - This is How You Lose The Time War by Amal El-Mohtar
2024-05-15 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
An LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Rappahannock Regional Library sponsored by FXBG PRIDE
May 15th: This is How You Lose The Time War by Amal El-Mohtar
Visit our Pride Month page for more library resources.
Suitable for Adults and Seniors
Type: Book Group
Language: English
Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Room 3.
Date: Wednesday, May 15th. Event is typically held on the third Wednesday of every month @6:30pm.
Cost: Free
Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org

Drag Brunch @ Caseys
2024-04-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Caseys, 622 Kenmore Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Fredericksburg Pride is honored to host our first Drag Brunch with Caseys of Fredericksburg!
We will be featuring Genocide Abrasax, Sir Hysteric*nt, Delta B. Knyght and Shoujo A Go-Go
10% of all meal proceeds will be donated to FXBG PRIDE! So grab a ticket, have a great brunch, tip your performers and enjoy the show!
Accessibility: Caseys has wheelchair accessible seating, Event will be indoors at booths + tables (first come first serve). We will be sitting down. Bathrooms are located in the back of the restaurant. The event may have loud music.
TICKET Link: https://donorbox.org/events/579204

Rainbow Reads Book Club - April - They Never Learn by Layne Fargo
2024-04-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
An LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Rappahannock Regional Library sponsored by FXBG PRIDE
April 17th: They Never Learn by Layne Fargo
Visit our Pride Month page for more library resources.
Suitable for Adults and Seniors
Type: Book Group
Language: English
Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Room 3.
Date: Wednesday, April 17th. Event is typically held on the third Wednesday of every month @6:30pm.
Cost: Free
Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org

April LGBTW+ Teen Book Group - The Ojja Wojja by Magdelene Vissagioe
2024-04-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
LGBTQ+ and allies TEEN book group hosted by Central Rappahannock Regional Library and FXBG PRIDE
April- The Ojja Wojja by Magdelene Vissagio
* Suitable for grades 6-12
* Type: Book Group
* Language: English
* Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Second Floor.
* Date: Tuesday April 16th. Event is typically held on the third
Tuesday of every month @ 6:30pm.

Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: owen.cobey@crrl.org

Alt Photo Text: A colorful flyer with the next upcoming book club events listed. Text Reads: LGBTQ+ Teen Book Group, 2nd Tuesdays 6:30-7:30, Grades 6-12, New members welcome! In partnership with (FXBG PRIDE LOGO). The bottom footer is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library Logo.
Image 1 on the flyer: Cheer Up! Love and Pompoms by Crystal Frasier – March 19th
Image 2 on the flyer: The Ojja Wojja by Magdelene Vissagio- April 16th
Image 3 on the flyer: Other Ever Afters by Melanie Gillman – May 21
Book cover descriptions needed

(POSTPONED) Wellness + Expressive Arts Workshop
2024-04-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Madam, 2011 Princess Anne St #101, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL OUR HOST IS 100% medically relieved! \n

NEW DATE TBD

Fredericksburg Pride is happy to bring back out Wellness + Expressive Arts Workshop!

Workshop Summary:
This workshop will focus on the internal self and what the internal self is putting and bringing out into the community and world. Through various art-making prompts, participants will create a visual of their internal self and reflect on how their unique self affects the community and others around them. Participants will reflect with expressive prompts, healthy ways to regulate their internal output while making sure their needs are met. This workshop builds on mindfulness and wellness practices through arts and personal creativity to aid in creating a better understanding of oneself and one’s interactions with others. This workshop aids in promoting overall wellness and understanding of boundaries, personal space, and community through personal creative expression.

Facilitator Description :
Jessica “Dottie” Heiler (she/her) is currently working toward her M.A. in Mental Health Counseling in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University. Expressive Arts Therapy is an arts-integrated approach to therapy that uses writing, art, drama, music, and dance ( just to name a few) and one’s creativity as part of the therapeutic process. Dottie has a background in performing arts and education before changing tracks to the mental health field and has always used the arts as part of her own healing journey.

Date: Saturday, April 6th
Time: 21:00-2:00pm
Address: 12011 Princess Anne St #101, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Cost: FREE
*Please note this is not a Madam’s Oddities Sponsored event*

Accessibility: The Madam’s Oddities is wheelchair accessible. Event will be mostly sitting.

ALT PHOTO TEXT:
Photo 1: FXBG PRIDE logo on a cardboard scrapbook style image with splatters of paint, a taped flower and journal.
Text States: EXPRESSIVE ART + WELLNESS WORKSHOP with time, date and address as listed above.

All Womens Program: Walk Around Town and Carls
2024-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Carls Frozen Custard, 2200 Princess Anne St · Fredericksburg, VA
ALL Womens Group – Walk around town and Carls
This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.
This program typically meets on the last Monday of the month –
monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!
Monday, March 25th
6:30-8:30pm – Carls Frozen Custard – 2200 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(Please arrive prior to 6:30 so that we can start our walk promptly)
Cost: Cost of custard (cash only)
*Sponsorship available with request – please email us at fxbgpride@gmail.com to discuss details.
*Please note this is not a Carls sponsored event*
Accessibility: We will start at Carls and walk the 3.1 mile canal path. At a faster pace this can take just over an hour. At a more leasurely pace it will be closer to 1.5-2. The path is paved and has some hills. Carls has a concrete sidewalk, easily accessible by wheelchair and accepts cash only. Seating will be outside. Masks are not required for those fully vaxxed + boosted and encouraged for those who are not. Fredericksburg Pride is happy to accommodate American Sign Language interpreting services if needed – please request this within two weeks of the event by emailing us at fredericksburgpride@gmail.com so that we may have adequate time to schedule an interpreter on site.
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Rainbow Reads Book Club - March - The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
2024-03-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
An LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Rappahannock Regional Library sponsored by FXBG PRIDE
March 20th: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Visit our Pride Month page for more library resources.
Suitable for Adults and Seniors
Type: Book Group
Language: English
Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Room 3.
Date: Wednesday, March 20th. Event is typically held on the third Wednesday of every month @6:30pm.
Cost: Free
Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org

March Youth Book Club - Love and Pom Poms
2024-03-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Grade 6-12.
In partnership with Fredericksburg Pride.
New members welcome!
Location: Fredericksburg Branch

Queer Poetry Night with Katora
2024-03-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Katora Coffee, 615 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Fredericksburg PRIDE and Katora Coffee are partnering up for Queer Poetry Open Mic!
Join us Friday, March 8th at from 8pm-10pm for FREE Open Mic!
Address: 615 Caroline St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Accessibility: Katora Coffee main floor is wheelchair accessible. The event floor has about 7 stairs up and limited seating. The stage has one step up, a chair and a mic. If we can make this event hybrid we will share a link!
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All Womens - Cider Lab
2024-02-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Cider Lab, 7501 Graham St suite 128, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA 22553, United States
All Womens Group – Cider Lab
This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.
This program typically meets on the last Monday of the month –
monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!
Monday, February 26th
6:30-8:30pm – Cider Lab – 7501 Graham Street, Spotyslvania Va
Cost: Cost of Drinks / Meal
*Alcohol is not permitted for anyone under the age of 21*
*Non-Alocholic Sponsorship available with request – please email us at fxbgpride@gmail.com to discuss details.
*Please note this is not a Cider Lab Sponsored event*
Accessibility: Cider Lab has a concrete sidewalk entrance and swinging doors to enter with low chairs and tables. Seating will be inside. Masks are not required for those fully vaxxed + boosted and encouraged for those who are not. Fredericksburg Pride is happy to accommodate American Sign Language interpreting services if needed – please request this within two weeks of the event by emailing us at fredericksburgpride@gmail.com so that we may have adequate time to schedule an interpreter on site.
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I LOVE ME - Hair and Wigs (FREE)
2024-02-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Salon 730, 730 Kenmore Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Date: Saturday, February 24th
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Location: Salon 730 – 730 Kenmore Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Fredericksburg Pride is proud to bring back the I LOVE ME series! A collective group of workshops as a reminder to love oneself!
JOIN Fredericksburg Pride Nonprofit and Salon 730 as we provide an ALL GENDERS Hair and Wig Workshop!
What will be discussed:
* Types of Wigs
* How to prepare and put on a wig
* What pruducts and tools to use
* Types of hair products and what they are used for
* The correct order to use products
About our sponsor – Salon 730 (a sponsor of FXBG PRIDE FEST) Salon 730 is committed to exceptional customer service, and the art of beauty and wellness.
We are a team based salon, which creates an open, non-competitive environment so that you “our guest” may enjoy the convenience of service with any one of our talented team members.
We maintain the leading edge in current and upcoming styles and trend, with continuous and advanced education.
This is event FREE and for ALL AGES!
Accessibility: Salon 730 is a wheelchair accessible salon. We will be mostly sitting for the event.
ALT Photo Text: Fredericksburg Pride and Salon 730 logo
Saturday, February 24th Wednesday 15th 5:30PM – 7:30PM, Types of wigs, How to prepare and put on a wig, what products and tools to use, types of hair products and what they are use5d for, the correct order to use products, what basic tools are used for wigs and hair. FREE

Rainbow Reads Book Club - February - D'Vaughn and Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins
2024-02-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
An LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Rappahannock Regional Library sponsored by FXBG PRIDE
February 21st: D’Vaughn and Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins
Visit our Pride Month page for more library resources.
Suitable for Adults and Seniors
Type: Book Group
Language: English
Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Room 3.
Date: Wednesday, February 21st . Event is typically held on the third Wednesday of every month @6:30pm.
Cost: Free
Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org

All Womens - Skating At Cavalier
2024-01-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Cavalier Skating Rink, 1924 Richmond Hwy, Stafford, VA 22554
All Womens Group –Skating at Cavalier
This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.
This program typically meets on the last Monday of the month –
monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!
Monday, January 29th
6:30-8:30pm – Cavalier Skating Rink – 1924 Richmond HWY, Stafford, VA 22554
Cavalier Skating Rink: https://cavalierskating.com/
Cost: $3-4 Skate Rental, $5 Admission
*Sponsorship available with request – please email us at fxbgpride@gmail.com to discuss details.
*Please note this is not a Cavalier Skating Rink Sponsored event*
Accessibility: Cavalier Skating Rink is a slick flat rolling rink with loud music and carpet walkways. There is snack food and drink for sale, bathrooms and a dining area. We will be mostly skating inside. Masks are not required for those fully vaxxed + boosted and encouraged for those who are not. Fredericksburg Pride is happy to accommodate American Sign Language interpreting services if needed – please request this within two weeks of the event by emailing us at fredericksburgpride@gmail.com so that we may have adequate time to schedule an interpreter on site.
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Rainbow Reads Book Club - January - So This Is Ever After by F.T. Lukens
2024-01-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
An LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Rappahannock Regional Library sponsored by FXBG PRIDE
January 17th: So This is Ever After by F. T. Lukens
Visit our Pride Month page for more library resources.
Suitable for Adults and Seniors
Type: Book Group
Language: English
Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Room 3.
Date: Wednesday, January 17th. Event is typically held on the third Wednesday of every month @6:30pm.
Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Rappahannock Regional Library for virtual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org
