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Germanna offers free seminar
Thinking about starting a business? A free seminar wilt be offered to prospective entrepreneurs entitled "So You Want to Start Your Own Business*. Germanna's Community Small Business Support Specialist, Jim O’Neill, will present the program.
Seminar topics will include Entrepreneurial Attributes, Developing a Business and Marketing Plan, Financial Resources, Legal Considerations and Operational Issues. The seminar will be held at the Rappahannock Library, Feb. 7 starting at 7 p.m. For more information and to register call Jim O'Neill at 540-727-3073.
Classmates to reunite for 15th
The Rappahannock County High School graduating class of 1986 is gearing up for their 15 year class reunion in June of 2001. If you are a graduate of 1986 or know of anyone that graduated in that year, contact Elaine McCabe Kramer at 675-3625 or Martina Jenkins Lee at 937-6035. "Don't miss catching up on what everyone is doing, come join the fun,* said an organizer.
Ragged Mountain activities set
Upcoming activities for February at Ragged Mountain Resource Center include the following:
Wednesday evening, Feb. 7: Moonlight Hike of Old Rag Mountain. Meet at Upper Parking lot at end of Route 600 in Nethers (Weakley Hollow) by 6 p.m. Bring layered clothing and nourishment for self. Return time ? Hike Leader: Hunt Harris.
Saturday, Feb. 10: Hike of Robertson Mountain. Meet at Mountainside Market, US 211 west of Sperryville between 8 and 8:30 a.m. or at parking area at end of Route 600 near Syria past White Oak Canyon parking area (Berry Hollow). Bring layered clothing and food for self. Return mid-to-late afternoon. Hike Leader: Hunt Harris.
Future programs include:, Tree Planting; Old Dump Site Clean-ups; River and Stream Clean-ups; Quick Response Citizen Task Force establishment and training; Overnight Campouts; Intensive Conditioning Hike-Runs.
Volunteers are welcome to lead additional hikes and co-ordinate community programs. For additional information call 9873366. v
Variety Show scheduled
The annual Variety Show hosted by the Washington Baptist Church will be held on Saturday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. at The Theatre in Washington. 1
This special event is the fifth annual variety show produced and performed by a variety of entertainers, ages under 8 to over 80, all from the Washington Baptist Church family. The last four annual shows have been enjoyed by families, friends and neighbors. There is no charge, although a free-will offering will be received.
Spring season sign-ups to begin
Rappahannock Athletic Association will be conducting their spring season baseball, softball and tee ball sign-ups the first three weekends in February.
Feb. 3 and Feb. 17 sign-ups will be held at Bill Payne Auctions on US 211 in Amissville. On Feb. 10 sign-up will be held at the Rappahannock Library. Times each day will be from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Fees are $35 for players five to 12 years old; $40 for players 13 to 16 and $50 for girls 17 to 18 interested in beginning an 18 and under softball team. There is a $5 per child discount for multiple sign-ups from the same family.
Players new to RAA in 2001 must bring their birth certificate to present when signing up. For further information call Mauri Payne at 937-4142, office or 675-3729, home or Jimmie Keiter at 937-4884.
Computer course offered at LFCC
Computer Fundamentals, a course designed for students that need an overview of computer with hands-on experience will be offered at Lord Fairfax Community College's Middletown Campus.
The course will be divided into three parts: introduction to computers, getting started with Windows and an introduction to Microsoft Word. Upon completion of this course, the student wiH be able to create, edit, save and print documents. The course will be offered Feb. 10, 17 and 24 from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
A session has also been scheduled for April 14, 21 and 28 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Two 3.5* high density diskettes will need to be purchased and brought to the first class session. For additional information or to register, contact the College at 868-7000.
Yoga classes available
Yoga classes are held at the Rappahannock Healing Arts Center in Sperryville every Tuesday at 9 a.m. Call Karen Loving to register at 547-2596.
Benefit coupon book sales
“Adventures in Dining" coupon books for 2001 are on sale now at Hospice of the Rapidan, 1200 Sunset Lane, Suite 2320 in Culpeper. The discount books are $20 and feature over 45 coupons at area restaurants, valid through Dec. 30, 2001.
Proceeds benefit the Hospice of the Rapidan Benevolent Care Fund. Call 825-4840 or visit Hospice of the Radian, Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. Visa and MasterCard accepted.
4-H members invited to dance
Rappahannock County 4-H members are invited to attend a teen dance (for teens ages 13 and up) on Feb. 2 at the Culpeper Middle School from 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets are available at the Rappahannock County Extension Office, $3 for singles, $5 per couple. Tickets will also be available at the door. A 4-H member can invite two guests. There will be great music by a D.J. and refreshments will be provided.
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