Fredericksburg Pride

(POSTPONED) Wellness + Expressive Arts Workshop
2024-04-06 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 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!
Alt Photo Text: Psychedelic orange and yellow background with orange and yellow stars. Text is bubbly aqua color, Queer Poetry Open Mic. A purple mic centers between FXBG PRIDE logo and purple Katora Coffee logo (a purple lotus with Katora Coffee in black text below). Other text includes: 8th, March 2024, 8:00PM Free Entry, @fxbgpride.org hhttps://katoracoffee.com/ 540.838.5215

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

All Womens Group - Breakfast at Suad's Majles
2023-12-16 08:00 - 10:00 | Suads Majles, 2619 Princess Anne St Fredericksburg, VA 22401
All Womens Group – Breakfast at Suads Majles

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! – DUE TO THE HOLIDAY OUR EVENT DATE IS CHANGED

Saturday, December 16th

8AM – Suads for Breakfast – 2619 Princess Anne St Fredericksburg, VA 22401

About Suads Majles: https://news.fredericksburgva.com/suads-majles-opens-on-princess-anne-street/

Cost: Cost of food – NO purchase necessary to attend breakfast *Sponsorship available with two weeks request – please email us at fxbgpride@gmail.com to discuss details.

*Please note this is not a Suad Majles Sponsored event*

Accessibility: The restaurant has wheelchair access and street parking, paragon has CC glasses upon request. We will be mostly sitting 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.

Alt Photo Text: Three sections – tiny purple column, large blue column with text, rainbow column. IMAGES: FXBG PRIDE Logo + Cream circle with 18+. Text states: ALL WOMENS Breakfast and movie, 8AM – Suads Majles 2619 Princess Anne St Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Rebellion Guest Bartender - Fundraiser
2023-12-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Rebellion Bourbon Bar and Kitchen, 309 William St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Join Fredericksburg Pride Nonprofit at Rebellion Bourbon Bar and Kitchen from 5pm-7pm on December 6th for a Guest Bartender Fundraiser!

Fredericksburg Pride Board Member Victoria Icenhower and Rebellion Owner Joel Griffin will be guest bartending behind the bar!

Come have drinks and meet your FXBG PRIDE Board Members and Let’s talk Pride, fundraising and positivity!

Tip Big – regardless if it takes a little longer to get your drink All bar tips benefit Fredericksburg Pride non profit from 5pm-7pm!

*Event is open to all ages. Please order from the bar. No alcohol served to anyone under age 21.

Accessibility: Rebellion Bourbon Bar and Kitchen is wheelchair accessible with a high bar and stairs in the rear.

Alt Photo Text: A blurred background image of Rebellion Bourbon Bar and Kitchen Staff. A Rainbow “norman window” rainbow image in the middle. On top of that another white “norman window” is centered. White Text Says: Guest Bartender, (Rebellion Logo), December 6th, 5-7PM, 309 William St., Guest Bartender. Logos include: Rebellion Bourbon Bar and Kitchen, FXBG PRIDE. Images include: a blue circle with text: See you there! and on either side an image of FXBG PRIDE Board Member: Victoria Icenhower and on the other Rebellion Owner: Joel Griffin.

Youth Night - Family Dinner Night - Sammy Ts
2023-12-05 18:30 - 21:00 | Sammy Ts, 801 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
YOUTH NIGHT -Family Dinner Night – Sammy Ts
This youth social support event is for all youth ages 13-19 belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community – or family/friends of that are 13-19 years of age!
This program meets on the first Monday of the month – monthly locations subject to change due to that nights activity!
*Please note this is not a Sammy Ts Sponsored event*

RESERVATION – Family # NEEDED – to ensure we have space for all please contact us a mhenry.fxbgpride@gmail.com with FXBG YOUTH NIGHT, Family Dinner in the subject line, your family name and the total # of participants.

Sammy Ts Menu: https://sammyts.com/menu/

Cost: Cost of meal – NO purchase necessary to attend, Family Meal Sponsorship Available – Please contact FXBG Pride at least two weeks prior to event so that we may discuss the details in which sponsorship is available – fxbgpride@gmail.com.

Accessibility: We will be utilizing the private dining space on the side of the building. To our knowledge Sammy Ts has steps up to the entrance. We will be eating inside and mostly sitting. 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: colorful confetti splash background, FXBG PRIDE LOGO, (4) youth kids taking a selfie, Text states: Youth Night, Family Dinner Night, Monday December 4th, 6:30pm-9pm, Sammy Ts, 801 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

All Womens Group - Dinner at Guru
2023-11-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Guru Indian Cuisine, 3140 Cowan Blvd. Fredericksburg, VA 22401
All Womens Group – Dinner at Guru

This social support event sponsored by Fredericksburg Pride Nonprofit. It is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community – this includes allies!

This program meets on the last Monday of the month – monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!

Monday, November 27th, 6:30-8:30 – Dinner at Guru

Guru Menu: https://guruindiancuisine.com/our-menu/

Cost: Cost of meal – NO purchase necessary to attend

*Sponsorship available – please message us at fxbgpride@gmail.com at least two weeks prior to discuss details.

*Please note this is not Guru sponsored event*

Accessibility: The restaurant has wheelchair access and parking. We will be mostly sitting 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.

Alt Photo Text: Three sections – tiny purple column, large blue column with text, rainbow column. IMAGES: FXBG PRIDE Logo + Cream circle with 18+ Text states: ALL WOMENS DINNER, November 27th, 6:30-8:30PM Guru Indian Cuisine, 3140 Cowan Blvd. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

LGBTQ+ Teen Book Group: November - Pardalita by Joana Estrela
2023-11-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
A Teen LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Rappahannock Regional Library and FXBG PRIDE
November – Pardalita by Joana Estrela
Suitable for teens and young adults
Type: Book Group
Language: English
Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Second Floor
Date: Tuesday, November 21st – Event is held on the third Tuesday of every month @6:30pm.
Cost: Free – book rentals available through the library.
Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Central 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 Club in partnership with (FXBG PRIDE LOGO), 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, The bottom footer is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library Logo. The background behind the flyer is of bookshelves flying in the air.
Image 1 on the flyer: Book cover Snapdragon by Kat Leyh – September 19th
Image 2 on the flyer: Book cover Right Where I Left You by Julian Winters – October 17th
Image 3 on the flyer: Book cover Pardalita by Joana Estrela – November 21st
Book cover descriptions needed.

Rainbow Reads Book Club - November: Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
2023-11-15 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
November: Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
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, November 15th. Event is 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

Youth Night - Skating at Cavalier
2023-11-06 18:30 - 20:30
YOUTH NIGHT – Skating at Cavalier
This youth social support event is for all youth ages 13-19 belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community – or family/friends of that are 13-19 years of age!
This program meets on the first Monday of the month – monthly locations subject to change due to that nights activity!
*Please note this is not a Cavalier Sponsored event*
Cost: $7.00 Admission + $3-4 Rental (Skating Sponsorship Available: Please contact mhenry.fxbgpride@gmail.com for youth night Sponsorship!)
Accessibility: Cavalier Skating Rink has both slick and carpeted areas. Uncarpeted Areas are slippery. There are chairs and tables to sit at + benches along two walls for taking a break. Cavalier has walkers available for new skaters and accessibility. 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: colorful confetti splash background, FXBG PRIDE LOGO, (4) youth kids taking a selfie, Text states: Youth Night, Skating at Cavalier Monday November 6th, 6:30-8:30, Cavalier Skating Rink, 1924 Richmond Hwy, Stafford

All Womens Group - Coffee Chat
2023-10-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Agora Coffee, 520 Caroline St · Fredericksburg, VA
All Womens Group – Coffee Chat @ Agora
This social support event is sponsored by Fredericksburg Pride and for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community – including allies!
This program meets on the last Monday of the month – monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!

Monday, October 30th – Coffee Chat @ Agora – BRING A BLANKET – Seating may be full inside

About Agora: https://www.agoradowntown.com/

Cost: Cost of Drink- NO purchase necessary to attend

*Please note this is not an Agora Sponsored event*

Accessibility: The restaurant has wheelchair access and street parking. We will be mostly sitting inside unless seating in the back is full. Bring a blanket in case we need to sit 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: Three sections – tiny purple column, large blue column with text, rainbow column. IMAGES: FXBG PRIDE Logo + Cream circle with 18+. Text states: ALL WOMENS Coffee Chat, October 30th, 6:00-8:00PM Agora Coffee Shop, 520 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Spooky Queer Town Takeover
2023-10-21 16:00 - 23:00 | Fredericksburg Market Square, 909 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Time & Location

When: October 21st , 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Fredericksburg Market Square – 909 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA

WHERE CAN YOU SUPPORT DAY OF:

City Vino – 12pm-4pm- 10% of proceeds from all sales donated to FXBG PRIDE
EATS Burgers – ALL DAY – mention “SPOOKY” for 10% of of your purchase donated to FXBG PRIDE
Awesome Possumz – ALL DAY – 10% of proceeds from all sales donated to FXBG PRIDE

About the Event

Fredericksburg Pride is hosting our first SPOOKY QUEER TOWN TAKEOVER
Saturday, October 21st we are hosting a costumes’-welcomes Fall / Spooky QUEER TOWN TAKEOVER bringing queer business into downtown Fredericksburg. This season we are looking to partner with 5 local businesses the day of!
Our FREE main event will be at Historic Market Square behind the Fredericksburg Area Museum from 4pm-11pm with live performances, special guest MC Loo, drag show by Haus Of Kuntessa, drinks and a late night GLOW Dance Party!
7:30-8:30pm – Haus of Kuntessa Drag
9pm-11pm – Costume + Glow Dance Party
#SPOOKYQUEERTOWNTAKEOVER #fxbgpride #supportlocalbusinesses

Alt Photo Text: Rainbow with a black background and pumpkins floating around. A post it with FXBG PRIDE Logo text saying “Presents”. A polaroid with black background text says “Spooky Queer Town Takeover October 21st” Spooky text is orange and dripping.

Rainbow Reads Book Club - October: The Cabin at the End of the World by Paul Tremblay
2023-10-18 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
October: The Cabin at the End of the World by Paul Tremblay
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 October 18th. Event is 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 virual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org

LGBTQ+ Teen Book Group: October - Right Where I Left You by Julian Winters
2023-10-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
A Teen LGBTQ+ and allies book group hosted by Rappahannock Regional Library and FXBG PRIDE
October – Right Where I Left You by Julian Winters
Suitable for teens and young adults
Type: Book Group
Language: English
Location: Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch – 1201 Caroline St. – Second Floor
Date: Tuesday October 17th – Event is held on the third Tuesday of every month @6:30pm.
Cost: Free – book rentals available through the library.
Accessibility: Rappahannock Regional Library is wheelchair accessible with an elevator to multiple floors. Please contact Central 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 Club in partnership with (FXBG PRIDE LOGO), 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, The bottom footer is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library Logo. The background behind the flyer is of bookshelves flying in the air.
Image 1 on the flyer: Book cover Snapdragon by Kat Leyh – September 19th
Image 2 on the flyer: Book cover Right Where I Left You by Julian Winters – October 17th
Image 3 on the flyer: Book cover Pardalita by Joana Estrela – November 21st
Book cover descriptions needed.

Youth Night - Pumpkin Carving
2023-10-02 18:30 - 20:30 | FAHASS PRIDE CENTER, 415 Elm Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
YOUTH NIGHT – Pumpkin Carving – BRING YOUR OWN PUMPKIN
This youth social support event is for all youth ages 13-19 belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community – or family/friends of that are 13-19 years of age!
This program meets on the first Monday of the month – monthly locations subject to change due to that nights activity!
*Please note this is not a FAHASS PRIDE CENTER Sponsored event*
Cost: BRING YOUR OWN PUMPKIN (Pumpkin Sponsorship Available: Please contact mhenry.fxbgpride@gmail.com for Pumpkin Sponsorship!) – All other materials will be provided (gloves, carving utensils, table cloth).
Accessibility: The Pride Center will have chairs to sit at and is wheelchair accessible. 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: colorful confetti splash background, FXBG PRIDE LOGO, (4) youth kids taking a selfie, Text states: Pumpkin Carving, Monday October 2nd, 6:30-8:30, FAHASS PRIDE CENTER, 4343 Plank Rd Suite 100 & 110, Fredericksburg, VA 22407

All Womens Group - Dinner at Umi
2023-09-25 18:30 - 20:30
All Womens Group – Dinner at Umi Japanese Cuisine

This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.

This program meets on the last Monday of the month – monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!

Monday, September 25th, 6:30-8:30 – Dinner at Umi Japanese Cuisine

Umi Menu: https://umifxbg.com/menu

Cost: Cost of meal – NO purchase necessary to attend
*Please note this is not an Umi Sponsored event*

Accessibility: The restaraunt has wheelchair access and parking. We will be mostly sitting 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.

Alt Photo Text: Three sections – tiny purple column, large blue column with text, rainbow column. IMAGES: FXBG PRIDE Logo + Cream circle with SEE YOU THERE text and a rainbow heart. Text states: ALL WOMENS DINNER, September 25tth, 6:30-8:30PM Umi Japanese Cuisine,1500 Emancipation Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Rainbow Reads Book Club
2023-09-20 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
September: In Memoriam by Alice Winn
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 September 20th. Event is 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 virual access to this event: sara.parker-gray@crrl.org

Youth Night - VIRTUAL HOLIDAY MEETUP
2023-09-04 18:30 - 20:30
**DUE TO THE HOLIDAY OUR ORIGINAL PLAN TO SKATE HAS BEEN POSTPONED AS THE VENUE WILL BE CLOSED**

YOUTH NIGHT – Virtual Holiday Meetup
This youth social support event is for all youth ages 13-19 belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community – or family/friends of that are 13-19 years of age!
This program meets on the first Monday of the month – monthly locations subject to change due to that nights activity!
*Please note this is not a Google Sponsored event*
Cost: FREE
Accessibility: We will have Closed Captioning listed on the video, chat will be accessible.
Alt Photo Text: colorful confetti splash background, FXBG PRIDE LOGO, (4) youth kids taking a selfie, Text states: Virtual Meetup, Monday September 4th, 6:30-8:30, Link Listed
Event LINK: https://meet.google.com/kcw-iqsx-tgh (for safety cameras must be temporarily ON so that we may monitor our attendees).

All Womens - Music on the Steps + Dinner @ Orofino
2023-08-29 18:30 - 21:00 | Rappahannock Regional Library – Howell Branch, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
All Womens Group – Music on the Stairs (Elby Brass) then dinner at Orofino.

This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.

This program meets on the last Monday of the month – monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!

6:30-7:30 Music On the Steps Link: https://g.co/kgs/t49uxZ (FREE – Location at the Central Rappahannock Regional Library.

7:45 – 9 Orofino Restaurant Menu: https://orofinorestaurant.com/menu/

SHOULD IT RAIN – we will meet for dinner at 7:45!

Cost: Cost of meal – NO purchase necessary to attend

*Please note this is not an Orofino Sponsored event*

*Should it rain we will meet at Orofino at 6:30

Accessibility: Music on the steps is outside on the brick front patio of the library. Orofino is wheelchair accessible. We will be eating 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.

Alt Photo Text: Three sections – tiny purple column, large blue column with text, rainbow column. IMAGES: FXBG PRIDE Logo + Cream circle with SEE YOU THERE text and a rainbow heart. Text states: ALL WOMENS Music on the steps (Elby Brass) then DINNER, August 28th, 6:30-9:00PM Central Rappahannock Regional LIbrary, 1201 Caroline St., Dinner @ Orofino, 1006 Caroline St.

Rainbow Reads Book Club
2023-08-23 18:00 - 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
August: You Should See Me In A Crown by Leah Johnson
Visit our Pride Month page for more library resources.
Suitable for Adults and Seniors
Type: Book Group
Language: English

YOUTH NIGHT - Skating at Cavalier - CANCELLED
2023-08-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Cavalier, 1920 Richmond Hwy, Stafford, VA, 22554, United States
Subject: Cancellation Notice: Youth Night – Skating at Cavalier – Event

Dear Youth Night Participants,

We hope this message finds you well. In light of the inclement weather forecast for this evening, it is with careful consideration that we have made the decision to cancel tonight’s scheduled Youth Night: Skating at Cavalier – Event.

The safety and well-being of our valued participants remain our top priority. Considering the predicted tornado conditions, we feel it would be imprudent to proceed with the event, as it could pose potential risks for both advanced and newer drivers attempting to commute during such adverse weather conditions.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and trust that you understand our commitment to prioritizing the safety of all involved. We encourage everyone to exercise caution and take necessary precautions to ensure their well-being during this period of inclement weather.

We genuinely appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

Stay safe, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming you to future gatherings. Should you have any concerns or inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for your continued support.

Best regards and ALL THE PRIDE

Fredericksburg PRIDE Team

Alt Photo Text: colorful confetti splash background, FXBG PRIDE LOGO, (4) youth kids taking a selfie, Text states: Youth Night with a pink and teal CANCELLED sign in front of the details.

All Womens Dinner @ Agave
2023-07-31 18:30 - 20:30
All Womens Group – Dinner at Agave

This social support event is for ALL Women – 18+ belonging in the S2LGBTQIA+ community.

This program meets on the last Monday of the month – monthly location subject to change due to that nights activity!

Agave Restaurant Menu: https://www.agavedowntown.com/menu

Cost: Cost of meal – NO purchase necessary to attend

*Please note this is not an Agave Sponsored event*

Accessibility: Agave is a wheelchair accessible restaurant from its entrance on Sophia St. with interior tables / chairs. Event will be mostly seating/indoor. 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: Three sections – tiny purple column, large blue column with text, rainbow column. IMAGES: FXBG PRIDE Logo + Cream circle with SEE YOU THERE text and a rainbow heart. Text states: ALL WOMENS DINNER, July 31st, 6:30-8:30PM, Agave, 101 William St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Fredericksburg Pride 2023
2023-07-30 11:00 - 17:00 | Old Mill Park, 2201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Time & Location

When: July 30, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Old Mill Park – 2201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA

About the Event

Welcome all to Fredericksburg Pride Nonprofits THIRD 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 Market Square! Meet at 10:00 – march will start approx. at 10:30 and head to the Pride Event Via Caroline Street!
We’d love to see you in your FXBG PRIDE shirts – found here: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/fxbg-pride/
We welcome Beer Babes Drag to our event! Performance will begin at 3:30PM! BRING CASH FOR OUR PERFORMERS!
Sponsored By: Rene Rodriguez @salon730 @nestrealtyfredericksburg @dragonflyyogafred @drewfristoe
Accessibility, Parking and First Aid:
*Entrance on Caroline Street has a steep ramp down. When viewing Old Mill Park from the road there is a ramp to the left for wheelchairs. The parking lot is gravel and the park is grassed. There are several covered shelters that can be sat at. *All booths/tents are to have a clear, clean space with standard table height accessible to all. ASL Interpreters provided for Speeches and Scheduled Musical Performances
* Public Event Parking: For the event at Old Mill Park you may park where applicable in designated spots – except for permit/private parking. 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
*March Accessibility: March will start at Market Square and have a downhill walk on William Street as we head towards Caroline St. down towards Old Mill Park. ASL interpreters will be on site for speeches.
*March Parking: Fredericksburg VRE Parking Lot B is available to the public as well as City Dock Parking. 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). We ask to try to park outside of City Dock for the march and at Old Mill Park for the festival.
*Disability Parking: There (9) handicap spots in the Old Mill Parking Lot. FXBG Pride will be adding (20) additional spots day of our event for a total of (29). We will not be taking reservation for spots, they are first come first taken.
* Fredericksburg Rescue Squad will be on site with an ambulance crew
*Code of Conduct and Participation Guidelines By entering our event premises, you agree to our event participation guidelines which include creating a space where our community can celebrate regardless of differences or disagreements. All participants whether a citizen, vendor, volunteer, paid staff or other are treated with courtesy and respect. By entering our event premises, you agree to our the Dress Code regulated by the City of Fredericksburg. “A person who intentionally makes an obscene display or exposure of his person or the private parts there of in any public place or in any place where others are present or procures another to so expose himself shall be guilty of a class 1 misdemeanor. No person shall be deemed to be in violation of this section for breastfeeding a child in any public place or any place where others are present.” When you enter a Fredericksburg Pride (FXBG Pride) event or program, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by FXBG Pride and its affiliates and representatives. Images, photos and/or videos may be used to promote similar FXBG Pride events in the future, highlight the event and exhibit the capabilities of FXBG Pride. You release FXBG Pride, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or or sound recordings. Privacy of the participants at Fredericksburg Pride & FXBG PRIDE is respected, and photography / videography of individuals at the event may be limited by the individuals denial of a request for a photograph / videography / interview. We ask that individuals who prefer not to be in photograph / videos avoid view of the lens. We understand this may be hard in some instances as large group photos may be taken in an effort to show size of event or the capabilities of FXBG PRIDE. Within a month following the event an individual may request a photo of said individual to be blurred of their face for privacy. Other considerations may be considered per request – FXBG PRIDE and Fredericksburg Pride affiliates have the right to deny requests prior / after to event, with respect. Inappropriate photography/videography that, in the sole opinion of Fredericksburg Pride, would reflect in a derogatory manner on the Committee, the event or its participants, is prohibited. Offensive or overly aggressive pursuit of photographs is not permitted. By entering the event premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any use, exhibition, streaming, web casting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such use, exhibiting, broadcasting, web casting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or audio recording taken by FXBG Pride or the person or entity designated to do so by FXBG Pride. You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the event
Early Vendor Registration can sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/…/1cfSl9InT0IxrkLEiFN8ZBkyEZiAG…
Early Performance Request can sign up here: https://docs.google.com/…/1WT2t7kRZx-4jNLBvLr1S5qS8…
Sponsor Sign Up Sheet: https://docs.google.com/…/1wX5SlzrPiva2xqFd9CUgevJcsyod…
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
