Town Talk

Alexis Innis talks about the need for blood donations. 63% are eligible. Around 3% give. redcrossblood.org

Lefty Lucy, Beevil Knivevel, Scerica Steele and Arkansas Twister--their Roller Derby names--with everything about bouts, practices, strategy, equipment, home games. They're also involved in the community. fredericksburgrollerderby.com

Gin Schaffer and Cathleen Pessolano talk about the various programs and work of the Fairy Godmother Project. FGP has a focus on the parents of kids with pediatric cancer. fgpinfo.org

Dave Muraca (Vice President, Museum content) and Allison Ellis (Director of Education) preview upcoming events--Shakespeare on the Lawn and Betty's Birthday Bash. We also discuss the summer archaeology dig at Ferry Farm. kenmore.org

Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games this weekend in Richmond. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is this Friday beginning in Stafford and going along Route 1. Special Olympics Virginia President & CEO David Thomason, athlete Dylan Jacquez and his mother Julie. specialolympicsva.org

Dave the Computer Guy talks about the end of Windows 10 on October 14th, 5g cell internet for home, how to use a pc, system restore and file history. techsintheburg.com

Elani (Scout) and Grayson (Jem) join Patrick A'Hearn to talk about "To Kill a Mockingbird" thru June 22nd. riversidedt.com

President Karen Daly previews Virginia Resolved on June 7th--10-4. Activities include a citizenship ceremony, living history, cavalry drills, musket demonstrations with the SAR, colonial music and activities. stratfordhall.org

Building should start in June in Ladysmith. Jason Tickle and Western Caroline Supervisor Jeff Black with updates on how you can help and ways to volunteer. crrhfl.org

Jody Lewandowski and Tracy McPeck talk about summer reading, music on the steps and Workforce Support Services. librarypoint.org

MC and Saige join Cornelia Rutherford to preview the last three weeks of the Ren Faire. 12-year old Saige and her mom are new the Virginia Renaissance Faire and they're already planning their roles for next year. varf.org Remember, tickets can only be purchased for the event at Lake Anna Winery online.

Later this month, Heidi Tippett begins the nearly 200 mile/14 day hike across England west-to-east from the Irish Sea to the North Sea to raise money for Mental Health America Fredericksburg Region. Tippett is a social worker in Spotsylvania County Schools and in private practice. To donate and follow her progress: https://heiditippett.wixsite.com/coasttocoast/donate

Germanna Community College President Dr. Janet Gullickson retires at the end of June. We talk with her about her eight years at GCC and challenges facing the next president. Info on an upcoming Gala to honor Dr. Gullickson and raise money for Germanna students.

Living Legacies opens on May 30th at the Fredericksburg Area Museum. It tells the African-American story in Fredericksburg. Stories you've heard. Many you haven't. City Vice-Mayor Chuck Frye and Dr. Gaila Sims with the Fredericksburg Area Museum. famva.org

Capt. Jon Henson with Stafford Fire and Rescue's Swift Water Rescue Team, April Peterson with River Rock Outfitter, Kelsey Bracewell with the American Canoe Association and Katie Brady with Stafford Fire and Rescue talk staying safe on the river.

Cat Carter and Brent Hunsinger talk about the 40th anniversary of FOR--and a big grand re-opening of their expanded headquarters on June 8th. We also talk about the health of the Rappahannock River and a new report. riverfriends.org

Jack Browns Revival, "Tattoos for Community," is May 24th and 25th--12-8--at 1919 Princess Anne Street. 100% of proceeds this year to Empowerhouse. Kathy Anderson of Empowerhouse and Tawnia Brown of Jack Browns talk about the 18th annual event. empowerhouseva.org

Director Susan Ball is a free resource for anyone in the Fredericksburg area with a small business idea or a small business, no matter what stage it's in. virginiasbdc.org

Victoria Matthews with information on the FXBG Civil Rights Trail. 21 stops. 2 parts. The trail is being updated as future stories and information are uncovered. Information and a brochure available at the downtown Visitor Center.

Executive Director Candice Armstrong talks about EBT/SNAP dollars--$30 at local farmers markets. An update on the farm to pantry program. virginiacfc.org