Oct. 19 & 20: Rappahannock

Oct. 19 & 20: Rappahannock

Nonprofit Center

The Nonprofit Center is hosting a Grant Writing Workshop on October 19 and 20 from 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. at its new office location in Sperryville. The office is located at the comer of Rt. 522 and Rt. 211 in the building below Antique Tables Made Daily, In the former location of Rae’s Deli. The seminar is hosted by Grant Writing U.S.A. Seats are still available. The fee for the workshop is $395. To register please go to www.grantwritingusa.com or contact Melanie at 540-987-8011. We are pleased to offer this resource to our Nonprofit Community and look forward to seeing you there.

Oct. 20: RAAC presents

the film “Water”

On Oct. 20 at 8 p. m. at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington, RAAC presents the film “Water" (PG-13,117 minutes). Set in the 1930s during the rise of the independence struggles in India against British colonial rule, the film examines the plight of a group of widows forced into poverty at a temple in the holy city of Varanasi. It focuses on a relationship between one of the women, who wants to escape the social restrictions imposed on widows, and a man who is from an upper caste and a follower of Mahatma Gandhi. For five years, extremist groups waged a campaign of death threats, arsbn and riots to stop the production of “Water". But the filmmakers were not to be silenced.

Oct. 20: Community Drum Circle

All are invited to join in creating rhythm and music on Friday, October 20 from 7-9 p. m. at Sage, in the Rappahannock Wellness Center. Group drumming is fun and has been proven to reduce stress. It can stimulate coordination, cooperation, and greater listening Skills. All are welcome. No experience necessary. There are plenty of drums and instruments to share, or bring your own. Suggested donation $5-10 (children free). For more information, call Pine or Wendi at Sage, open every day. (540) 987-9699.

Oct. 21: Wakefield Country Day

School Fall Festival and Yard Sale

The public is invited to Wakefield Country Day School’s Annual Fall Festival, which will take place Saturday, October 21st from 11 a .m. to 2 p. m. on the school grounds at 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway in Hint Hill. Wakefield classes and clubs will offer food and sponsor booths, games, and activities for all ages to raise money for various projects and field trips that will take place throughout the year. There will also be a yard sale for WCDS families. Bring your quarters, and prepare to spend several hours enjoying a beautiful fall day in the Shenandoah Valley, while at the same time giving to several good causes!

Oct. 21: Picking Party

The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will be having its Picking Party on Saturday, October 21, at the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department at 6 p. m. All bluegrass and country bands are welcome. There will be a 50/50 raffle. The Fire Department Auxiliary will be selling refreshments. Come out and enjoy a great night of fun and food in an alcohol- and smoke-free environment. For more information call Margaret Best at (540) 718-3864 or Michelle Jenkins at (540) 987-9440.

Oct. 21: International

Gold Cup Races

The International Gold Cup is pleased to announce its pre-race entertainment for the 69th running of the International Gold Cup on Saturday, October 21st. Festivities include Sheila C. Johnson performing the National Anthem, the United States Navy Parachute Team, the “Leap Frogs,” and terrier races, making this one of the premiere outdoor fall events in the Washington metropolitan area.

General admission car passes are $55 in advance and $65 week of race. A car pass admits one vehicle and six occupants. Tickets, reserved parking and hospitality tents are now available at www.vagoldcup.com or call the Virginia Gold Cup Association at (540) 347-2612 for more information on how to order. Advance purchase of tickets is recommended. Children 12 years of age and younger are admitted free with an adult.