Nov. 18: Civil War Author’s Day

Nov. 18: Civil War Author’s Day

11 a. m. to 5 p. m. at Grey Ghost Vineyards. Featuring wines for the holidays and renowned Civil War authors in attendance to autograph books and bring the great conflict to life. The event is free. For a list of authors attending and books available for sale, please visit www.grayghostvineyards.com Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at 540-937-4869.

Nov.19: Rappahannock

Nonprofit Open House

Rappahannock Nonprofit Center's Open House scheduled for Sunday, November 19 from 2 - 4 p. m. Come visit us at our new space, meet our new executive director, and learn about what RNPC is doing in our community. The Nonprofit Center is located 12018-B Lee Highway at the Schoolhouse in Sperryville, below Antique Tables Made Daily. For questions and more information call Melanie at 987-8011.

Nov. 24: Community

Thanksgiving Sing

A Community Thanksgiving Sing with Ysaye Barnwell at the Sperryville Schoolhouse. Ysaye Barnwell, leader of the internationally renowned African American women’s accapella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock, will lead the second annual Community Thanksgiving Sing on Friday November 24 at 8 p. m. Presented by Ki Theatre, this event drew a standing-room-only crowd last year. This year Ki Theatre has moved the Community Sing to the Schoolhouse to accommodate more people. The “Sing” begins at 8 p.m. Singers and non-singers alike are invited to come and bring family and friends to lift their hearts and voices together in song. Tickets are $15 for adults and free for children. Reserve tickets by calling Ki Theatre at 540-987-3164.

Nov. 30: Training to

handle emergencies

The next Rappahannock-Rapidan Medical Reserve Corps (RRMRC) training will be on biologic agents: Category A from 7:15 - 9p. m., on November 30. There will be an orientation for new volunteers prior to the training from 6-7 pm. The training and orientation will take place at the Culpeper Emergency Operation Center. Register on line at RRMRC.vdh.virginia.gov or call 540-8297350 or email RRMRC@vdh.virginia.gov.

If someone knocked on your door and said “You have 5 minutes to evacuate”, what would you bring with you? If you were told you needed to take shelter at home, what do you need to have on hand? To learn the answers to these questions or to schedule a presentation on personal and family emergency preparedness for your group, organization or church, contact RRMRC as above. The presentation covers emergencies from floods to pandemic flu. It can last anywhere from 20 minutes without questions, to 45 minutes with questions. Information packets are provided.

Dec 2: Fifth Annual

“Art from the heart” show

Wakefield Country Day School (WCDS) is hosting its 5th Annual “Art from the Heart” show on Saturday, December 2. Acting as an “art gallery for a day,” WCDS will provide a venue to admire the works of well-known area artists in a variety of media, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, bronzes and jewelry. This year’s show will begin at 7:00 p. m. in the school’s Leonard M. Cowherd Auditorium. The reception is $50 per person and will include a cocktail buffet, silent auction of professional works, and a half-hour live auction of WCDS student art pieces. Local businesses and other friends of WCDS are invited to participate as a patron or supporter. With a donation of $500 (75% tax deductible), patrons will receive four reservations for the show, beginning with an exclusive patrons champagne cocktail reception at 6:00 p. m., and promotional advertising. Supporters who make a $200 donation (75% tax deductible), will receive reservations for two, as well as promotional advertising. For reservations or additional information, please call 540635-8555. ext. 231.