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Enrollment in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace starts in October 2013. Find out what you need to do. Visit www.healthcare.gov. This site provides excellent information, explains options, and ways to prepare for this change in all our healthcare coverage.  There is also a section for small businesses so they can find the best plan for their employees.

Today Thru June 10
Community Artist Series: Johnny Johnson Exhibition. Come see new works from the local artist, teacher and civil rights activist that feature past and present social issues. F’brg Area Museum & Cultural Center’s Mansard Gallery. www.famcc.org or (540)371-3037.

Saturday, May 25
Fairview Beach Residents Assn. will be holding their annual Memorial Weekend BBQ, Yard and Bake Sale. Saturday, May 25, 8 a.m - 2 p.m. at the Fairview Beach Firehall. Silent Auction, Yard Sale, Bake Sale, BBQ at 11 a.m. For more info contact Gloria Pepper (540) 775-7460 or Bonnie Stone (540) 775-7182.

Colonial Beach Lions Club to hold a Yard & Bake Sale 8 a.m.-noon. at the Lions’ Rec. Center, 717 Marshall Ave. CB. Proceeds to benefit community affairs.

Annual Car & Craft Show KG High School. 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.- Craft Show 8 a.m.-4 p.m. - Categories: • Car • truck • motorcycle • service vehicle • kghs students - 
**Contact mr. Blazer  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   - THE craft show will be held in the KGHS cafeteria. Spaces $20 each. **CONTACT MR. WARD This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Proceeds go to KGHS SkillsUSA program and event fees

4H Fancy’s Friends Dog Club members are hosting a Dog Club Match (obedience show) with other local 4H Clubs in attendance at Cedar Hill.  Spectators  are welcome.  For more information please contact Sue Coleman at (540) 775-7728.

Monday, May 27
Memorial Day Observance, 11 a.m., Montross Courthouse. Free hot dogs & drinks. Bring a chair and enjoy the program sponsored by the Montross Tea Party.

Saturday, June 1
Summerfest 2013 -   5-8 p.m. @Barnesfield then Movie at the Park at 8:30/Dusk Call for details. (540)775-4386. (KG Parks & Rec & the KG-Y)

Lees Independence Family Fun Festival to be held at Stratford Hall from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Pony rides, games, barrel rides, food, tours, a W&L HS concert,, and more. (540) 493-1970. stratford.org.

Sunday, June 2
2013 CB Potomac River Festival Baby and Fire Dept Contest, hosted by the CBVFDLA,  will be held on Sunday, June 2, at the CBVFD. Applications can be picked up at local banks, The Journal, and the CBVFD. For more info. call (804) 224-0215 from 6 – 8 p.m. Please turn the applications in at the fire house ASAP. (Please Note: no applications will be accepted at the event)

Monday, June 3
Regular meeting of the CB-VFD-LA. 6:30 p.m. at the Firehouse.

Tuesday, June 4
NARFE Northern Neck Chapter 1823 will meet at 1 p.m. for a wine tasting and special hors d’oeuvres at General’s Ridge Vineyard and Winery, 1618 Weldons Dr., Hague. There is a $15 charge for this event, payable that day. The NARFE executive board will meet at noon. For additional information, call (804)472.3051.

Saturday, June 8
Children ages 5-15 are invited to a FREE clinic on June 8 at the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge at Wilna Pond in Warsaw from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. on Saturday, June 8. The free clinic will be from 9–10 a.m. Pre-register at (804) 333-1470.  Please call early as space is limited!!!  Registrations will be accepted May 23 – June 6.  All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge and the Rappahannock River Valley Wildlife Refuge Friends are sponsoring this exciting, fun-filled day of fishing.

Tuesday, June 11
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 89 2nd Blood Drive of 2013. Noon- 6 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 10021 Dahlgren Road (across from Dutch’s). Present to donate blood or platelets between 4/1 and 6/30 to be eligible to win one of three $1000 gift cards offered by the American Red Cross.

Thursday, June 13
Annual Oak Grove High School Alumni Luncheon will be held at 1 p.m. at The Riverboat on the Potomac in Colonial Beach. Ordering will be done from the menu. This not just a luncheon for graduates, but for anyone with an interest pertaining to OGHS who would like to attend.
If you have old school memorabilia, pictures, etc. please bring them to share. Please pass the word along to others or contact Janie (804) 224-0472 or Mary Jean (540) 775-5424 for more information.

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Feds sign off on Nice Bridge planning study

The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) announced last week that the final environmental document for the Nice Bridge Improvement Project was recently approved by the Federal Highway Administration, which marks an end to the project’s planning phase for eventual construction of a new bridge.

Read more: Feds sign off on Nice Bridge planning study

leave the baking to them!

Members of Hanover-with-Brunswick Episcopal Parish were decked out in red for annual Cookie Boutique Saturday morning at St. John’s on Rt. 3 in the Courthouse. Pictured are Jake Galloway, Cara Estevez, Holly Beal, Page Wessel, Pat Gaines, Stacey-Lynn Estes, Amber Kintz, Michaele Morton and Julie Huffman.

Voorhees Natural Preserve restored thanks to a little help from friends

The beautiful views and trails at the Voorhees Natural Preserve will remain closed over the holidays, but it’s a giant step closer to opening thanks to a little help from some friends. 

Read more: Voorhees Natural Preserve restored thanks to a little help from friends