Coming events

FOUR COUNTY PLAYERS
Cakes’n'ale and Four County Players present “Looking Glass Alley, Tales of the Brothers Grimm” which will be playing from Oct. 30 - Nov. 8.  Thursday, Oct. 30 and Nov. 6 are pay what you can, Friday and Saturday are at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 2 is the matinee at 2:30. All tickets are $8. We will feature (what else!) cakes and ale in the Bistro! For all the latest news and information, check out our website http://www.fourcp.org.

TRUNK OR TREAT
Come join us as we gather for our third annual Trunk or Treat. Unionville Christian and Bethlehem United Methodist Churches will host this event Oct. 31 from 5-7 p.m. Please come dressed in your best and ready for lots of treats! There will be free hot dogs, chips, drinks, and cupcakes. Donations will be accepted for Sheltering Arms. So come on out and join the fun. For further information call 854-5479.

ALUMNI GAME AND POTLUCK
OCHS varsity alumni field hockey game and potluck cookout. All interested OCHS field hockey alumni interested in playing a game Friday, Oct. 31, at 8 p.m. should contact Lucy Coleman (540) 661-4300, ext. 1544, or .

ODA HALLOWEEN EVENT
Orange businesses are once again preparing for trick-or-treaters. On Friday, Oct. 31, between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., the Good Witch will be at Taylor Park with goodies for children through age eight. St. Thomas’s Church will offer free books and civic groups and businesses will be in the park with treats for all the goblins. Children can trick-or-treat at participating businesses (look for orange and black balloons), throughout the Town of Orange and enjoy the Office on Youth and Town of Orange Police Department activities at the Train Station. The Child Safety Fair will be a featured event for children and their parents. For more information see the ODA website: http://www.orangedowntownalliance.org or call the Orange Downtown Alliance at 672-2540.

HAUNTED FARM
Haunted Farm at 27496 Tatum Rd., Unionville Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 (rain date Nov. 7 and Nov. 8) from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. donations will go to Special Love, Inc., benefits children with cancer. Haunted hayrides, moon bounce, food, costumes, candy, haunted woods, games, ghost stories, family hayrides, clowns, face painting, haunted cemetery. Children must be accompanied by adult.

ABSENTEE VOTING
In addition to regular office hours the voter registrar’s office at 146 Madison Road will be open Saturday, Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for absentee voting for the Nov. 4 2008 General Election. Call (540)672-5262.

CHILI DINNER
A chili dinner with corn bread and toppings for chili will be held Saturday, Nov. 1 at the East Orange Ruritan Building at Rts. 522 and 20 from 4-7 p.m. Also, silent auction. Tea and coffee are free; coke $:1; dessert: $1. Cost: $5 per person. Contact Joe Halterman (540)854-8645.

BENEFIT YARD/BAKE SALE
Benefit yard and bake sale held in honor of Keith Brian Stringfellow, a 25-year-old man with Giloma brain tumors. Donations can be made to Abundant Life Christian Fellowship. Event will be held Nov. 1 starting at 8 a.m. at Isaiah House on Rt. 20 across from the airport. (540)854-7433.
FALL FESTIVAL
The New Hope Baptist Church Fall Festival will be Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All ages are welcome for yard sale, bake sale, BBQ dinner, cloggers, Orange County Sheriff’s Office, rescue squad and fire department, music, moon bounce, raffles: sports bucket, movie bucket and replica antique pie safe. Call Brian, (540)854-0725 or Karen, (540)854-4075.

TROOP 97 OPEN HOUSE
Boy Scout Troop 97 is having an open house Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Scout building near the intersection of Rts. 20 and 522 in Unionville. Come see how Boy Scouts camp, scouting activities and enjoy free refreshments. Scouting age is 10 ½ or the end of fifth grade.

MOOSE LODGE
BREAKFAST
Orange County Women of the Moose will be serving breakfast Sunday, Nov. 2 from 9-11 a.m. for members and their guests only.  The Moose Lodge is located at 16706 Mountain Track Road.  Members bring your family and enjoy a home cooked breakfast for only $6 per person.

EMPLOYMENT SEMINAR
A free seminar featuring Jerry Reed, clinical social worker, Dillwyn Correctional Center will be Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open discussion from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free lunch. Held at Little Zion Baptist Church, Orange. Reserve your seat: (540)672-1155 ext. 126. hosted by VIEW/Orange County Social Services and Orange County Office on Youth.

FREE FLU SHOT
The health department will hold a Free Flu Shot Drive-Through Clinic on Monday, Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Booster Park in Orange County. There will be 400 free shots available to anyone over the age of 18. Please contact Mary K. Collins at (540)948.5481 x21 for more information.

BENEFIT GOLF
TOURAMENT
Orange and Madison County 4-H invite you to support the Denny Wayland Memorial Fund and local 4-H programs by participating in the third annual Denny Wayland Memorial Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament, Mon., Nov. 3 at Greene Hills Club golf course near Stanardsville. Shotgun start at noon; please arrive no later than 11:15 a.m. Cost is $320 per team or $80 per player; registration fee includes 18 holes of play and cart, lunch, fried chicken, practice balls, more than $600 in prizes, soda wagon, hole-in-one special prizes. Sponsorships and donations are still being accepted. For information, contact Orange Cooperative Extension office at (540) 672-1361 or Madison Cooperative Extension office at (540) 948-6881.
YOUTH/YOUTH ADVOCATE AWARDS
The annual Garvis Huff Outstanding Youth/Youth Advocate Awards Ceremony, sponsored by the Orange County Youth Commission and the Orange County Youth Council will be held Monday, Nov. 3, at 7 p.m. in the OCHS auditorium. If you need an application please contact the guidance counselor at the schools or stop by the Office on Youth at 146 Madison Road, Suite 258, Orange, Virginia 22960.

ROTARY MEETING CHANGE
Orange Rotary Club is changing its meeting location. Starting Nov.  4 the club will meet at the Holiday Inn Express every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. For more information call 540-672-3878.

YOUNG AT HEART CLUB
Nov. 5, Otis Gooding will speak on glaziers-part II. Nov. 12, crafts and games.The Young at Heart Club meets every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Orange Ruritan Building at the intersection of Routes 20 and 522. The club, which takes local trips and performs community service, is open to anyone.  For more information call Alice Lumsden (540) 672-2841, Hank Lewis (540) 972-0359 or Paul Tobin at (540) 972-6256.

APPLES AND ART
A benefit fall festival art show will be held Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Gordonsville Presbyterian Church. “Apples & Art” features the work of local artists and includes: acrylics and oils, jewelry, photography, pottery, glass art, church cookbooks and more. Apple desserts, fresh local apples and coffee will be available for sale. Free cider. Proceeds benefit community outreach programs. Gordonsville Presbyterian is located at 406 North Main Street, Gordonsville. The event will be held rain or shine. 832-3504.

OCHS CLASS OF 1988
The Orange County High School Class of 1988 is planning a 20-year reunion for Nov. 8. For more information please contact Loretta (Wells) Hernandez at 540-672-5266 or .

RUMMAGE SALE
Woman’s Club of Orange fall rummage sale will be Nov. 8 from 8 a.m. until noon at St. Thomas Episcopal parish hall.

ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
The 14th Annual Belmont Arts and Crafts Fair will be held Saturday, Nov. 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Belmont Community Center, 7124 Belmont Road, Spotsylvania, VA. The fair includes artwork, jewelry, painted glassware, wood-crafted items, gift baskets, holiday decor, all types of needlework, ironwork demonstrations and much more. Proceeds to scholarships and fire/rescue. Food available for purchase. (540)894-4748.
STEAK OR PORK CHOP DINNER
There will be a steak or pork chop dinner at Mitchells Presbyterian Church Saturday, Nov. 8 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The menu will consist of steak or pork chops (grilled on the grounds by Yoders Market), veggies, homemade desserts, salads, etc. all for $12 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12, children 5 and under eat free. Call (540)825-1079 for carryouts.
RELAY FOR LIFE
The public is invited to a kick-off dessert reception, Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Unionville, as planning continues for the Orange County ACS Relay for Life Walk. Teams are forming, people are volunteering and there are opportunities for everyone to be involved. At this meeting, the date, time and location of the 2009 Relay for Life will be announced. Please RSVP by Nov. 8 to JoAnn Tolbert (540)854-0699, , or Barbara Duncan (540)854-5962, .

RRCSB-AAA MEETING
The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board and Area Agency on Aging (RRCSB-AAA) will hold its regularly scheduled Board Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 1 p.m., at its office at 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in this meeting should contact Alisa Decatur at (540)825-3100, ext. 3146 or TTY (540)825-7391.

MAAC MEETING
Come to the Community Center at the town’s public works building on Warren Street Nov. 11 from 9 am until no later than noon. The featured guest will be Charlette Reynolds, Director of Hornet Technologies at Orange County High School.  Charlette will tell us about this wonderful program for students enrolled in a challenging curriculum.  This is a great opportunity to hear how your tax dollars are providing one of the most advanced courses offered to our students that is unmatched by any school in this area and Northern VA.

VA REGIMENT UDC
The 13th Virginia Regiment of the UDC will have their regular monthly meeting at Mario’s Restaurant Nov. 12 at 10 a.m. Prospective members are welcome to attend.

MONTPELIER DAR
The Montpelier Daughters of the American Revolution will join Louisa Courthouse Chapter DAR for their annual National Defense Luncheon Nov. 13 at 11:30 a.m. at Mineral Baptist Church. A $21 luncheon reservation check made payable to Louisa Courthouse Chapter DAR needs to be received by Oct. 31. Mail check to Peggy Saben, 9078 Fredericks Hall Road, Mineral, VA 23117. Contact J. Lloyd, (540) 672-2415.

APPRECIATION
CELEBRATION
Are you caring for an adult family member? Join us for Family Caregiver Appreciation Day on Thursday, Nov. 13 with refreshments and activities from 1-4 p.m. This event will be held at Daybreak Adult Day Healthcare Center, 13820 Eggbornsville Road, Culpeper.  This is a wonderful opportunity to relax, have fun and connect with other family caregivers. Family members are welcome, however respite care is not provided. The program is free, but pre-registration is required. Call Aging Together at (540)829-6405.

ORANGE VFW
Orange VFW Post #2217 regular meeting will be Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at the post home on Brick Church Rd. For all members.

FALL DANCE
Barboursville Fire Dept. Nov. 15 from 8 p.m. til midnight. Music by Spellbound. $15 single, $20 couple. BYOB. Must be 21 - ID required. For tickets call (540)832-0530.

FoWB ANNUAL MEETING
The Friends of Wilderness Battlefield (FoWB) will be holding its Annual Meeting on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 11a.m. to 2 p.m.  FoWB members and the public are cordially invited to attend this event to be held at the Lake of the Woods Church. Visit the group’s website at http://www.fowb.org for additional information about FoWB and its annual meeting.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLINIC
There will be a one-day DMV-approved defensive driving class at the Hornet Sports Center on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Five points will be awarded for successful completion of this eight-hour course. No preregistration is required, walk-ins welcome. Call Anne Arborgast after 6 p.m., (540)672-9232.

RIKKIS REFUGE OPEN HOUSE
Fall in love with the animals at Rikki’s Refuge Animal Sanctuary open house Saturday, Nov. 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost per person is two (or more) cans of cat/dog food. Experience a guided nature trail walk and tour the refuge. Tours leave the gift shop every half hour until 2:30. Pet, feed, and love the critters from emus to pygmy goats. Nature trail walk begins at 1 p.m. Refreshments and raffle. Contact Kerry, (540) 854-0870, ext. 2, or http://www.rikkisrefuge.org.

COLONIAL DAMES
The House of Burgesses Chapter, Colonial Dames XVIIth Century will have their November Meeting at the United Methodist Church in Gordonsville, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008 at 11 a.m. Colonial Dames Billie Jo Monger and Anne Winn will present “Getting to Know Our Ancestors”, followed by a luncheon. For membership information, contact Mrs. Anne Winn, Registrar at 540-832-3771.
 
BLUEGRASS/GOSPEL MUSIC
Friday Nov. 21 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. the public is invited to enjoy an evening of bluegrass and gospel music at the clubhouse next to Waugh’s off Route 20. Come for the fun and music or bring your bluegrass instruments and play. Open to all individuals and groups.  Please call Pete at 854-7468 to schedule your group to play. Contributions go to area children groups. Sponsored by Waugh Enterprises.

MAAC MEETING
The Dec. 9 gathering will feature Charles Stewart, who will be performing classical and seasonal music on a musical synthesizer that features tones from an organ, harpsichord, and other instruments.  Each Gathering starts with a little TAI-CHI.  The meeting starts at 9 a.m. and lasts until no later than noon.  For more information, call Ray Lonick at 672-4131 or 540-717-5629.

UNITY CONCERT
The first annual Unity Concert will be held Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Orange County High School Field house. It will be unforgettable, with neighbors and friends coming together to unite. The night will begin at 7 p.m. with several local church choirs singing the night away. The grande finale will be a community sing-a-long with some of your favorite Christmas carols. Admission is free with any size donation, with all donations going directly to the Children’s Cancer Fund.  For more information, or to reserve a space in the concert for a choir, contact David Rabe, (540)832-0920 or .

MOOSE LODGE BINGO
Bingo begins at 7 p.m. on Fridays at Orange Co. Moose Lodge #2198, 16706 Mountain Track Rd. Call 540-672-2133 for more info.

V.F.W. BINGO
Thursday is bingo night at Gordonsville V.F.W. beginning at 7 p.m. Jackpot is $1,000. (540)832-2439.

AARP TAX-AIDE PROGRAM
The AARP Tax-Aide program needs volunteers in the Orange area from Feb. 1 to April 15, to assist middle and low-income area residents in preparing their income tax returns. Volunteers will receive training in basic computerized income tax preparation during December at Lake of the Woods and must pass an IRS approved exam. You need not to an AARP member to volunteer. Call 540-361-4588 for information.

WEDNESDAY ALANON MEETINGS
Orange Alanon meetings for families and friends of alcoholics or anyone affected by another person’s drinking are held every Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Orange Presbyterian Church, 162 W. Main St., downstairs room near the kitchen.

AA Schedule

Sunday
9 a.m. Madison Nutritional Center
6 p.m. Madison, Presbyterian Church, Rt. 29/Fishback
8 p.m. Orange Baptist Church
Monday
8 p.m. Gordonsville Christian Church
8 p.m. Rapidan, Presbyterian Church
8 p.m. Madison, Hebron Lutheran Church
Tuesday
12:30 p.m. Orange, St. Thomas Episcopal Church
8 p.m. Rapidan, Presbyterian Church
Wednesday
12:30 p.m. Orange, St. Thomas Episcopal Church
5:30 p.m. Orange, St. Thomas Episcopal Church (Women)
7:30 p.m. Madison, Catholic Church (Rt. 29 North)
8 p.m. Gordonsville Baptist Church (Rt. 231 and High)
8 p.m. Rapidan, Presbyterian Church
8 p.m. Orange Presbyterian Church
Thursday
8 p.m. Rapidan, Episcopal Church
Friday
12:30 p.m. Orange, St. Thomas Episcopal Church
8 p.m. Rapidan, Presbyterian Church
Saturday
8:30 p.m. Orange Presbyterian Church
For additional meetings call (800-240-6755).

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Orange County Habitat for Humanity is ready to build its house for 2008 and is currently raising funds to be able to do so. On sale now are raffle tickets to a “Romance package for two” worth over $1,000. This package includes a spa certificate from Logan’s Salon for $150, dinner for two at Elmwood at Sparks, brunch for two at Toliver House, a beautiful picnic basket with china set for four and filled with a gift certificate from Beggar’s Banquet for $50, a Marshall Farms gift certificate, certificate for two car detailing by See Thru Detailing, one night free at Mayhurst Inn (with purchase of one night), $50 gift certificate from Lacy’s Florist and an Archipelago candle set. Tickets are $5 each, five for $20 or 25 for $100 and can be purchased at Cowan Realty, 151 W. Main St. or at Pat Garnett, Accounting at 127 Byrd St., Orange or call Denise Pagan or Abby Harper at 672-1100 for tickets or more information. Help us build a new home for a deserving Orange County family

RAPIDAN BETTER HOUSING
Rapidan Better Housing is now accepting applications for its housing repair assistance program to include installing first-time wells and drain fields. Homeowners must be income-eligible, live full time in their home and be able to get an Orange County Health Department permit for a needed well or drain field. Call Janet at 540-948-3274 and ask for an application for the Indoor Plumbing/Repair Program. Rapidan Better Housing is a not for profit organization and we exist to help you.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED
The Orange County Office on Youth, Suite 258, Sedwick Building, 146 N. Madison Road, is collecting school supplies and distributing them to families who are unable to purchase them. Donations of supplies or money to purchase supplies will be greatly appreciated. Office on Youth is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call Ruth Anne Paisley at 672-5484 for more information.
RRCSB-AAA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Protective Money Management Volunteer Program of Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board/Area Agency on Aging is looking for volunteers in Orange County to assist seniors and clients of the agency with financial management. This program assists senior citizens and clients with limited income who may be having difficulty paying bills or managing their finances. The Protective Money Management Program is sponsored in part by AARP. Volunteer money managers are carefully selected, trained and monitored. Each volunteer is paired with a client who needs assistance with financial affairs. If you are interested in becoming a Protective Money Management Volunteer, contact Doug Schiffman at 540-825-3100, extension 3159 or email for additional information.

GIRLS COMETS
The rising U13 Culpeper Girls Comets of ODSL Division I are looking to add a few strong athletic and dedicated players to their roster as they move to 11v11 format for the fall 2008 season. The team finished second place in Division I, U12 playing 8v8 and we’re excited about continuing that momentum. Anyone interested should contact team manager David Stackhouse at 540-825-3472.

AMERICORPS
How can you earn money for college and help your community at the same time? AmeriCorps is the answer. AmeriCorps members are getting things done in Virginia by tutoring kids, building homes, and responding to natural disasters. Members receive education awards to help pay for college expenses while receiving valuable work experience through organizations like Habitat for Humanity and Big Brothers, Big Sisters. Get involved with AmeriCorps. Find the opportunity that’s right for you by visiting http://www.VAservice.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
More than 60 million Americans have discovered the secret to living the life they’ve dreamed about. By volunteering in their communities, they’ve discovered their passion lies in compassion for others. Once you get involved in your community, you’ll discover when you make a difference in someone else’s life, you begin living your life. Find your passion. Volunteer today because your time is the greatest gift of all. Visit http://www.VAservice.org to learn more.

RVFD BINGO
The Rapidan Volunteer Fire Dept. has Bingo Saturdays starting at 6:45 p.m. http://www.rapidanfireandrescue.com

MRVFD BINGO
Bingo Fridays at Mine Run Vol. Fire Dept., 31077 Old Plank Road, doors open at 5, early bird starts at 6:30 and regular bingo at 7. Smoke-free; full kitchen. For more information call 854-5751, http://www.minerunfire.com

QUILT GUILD
The Dolley Madison Quilt Guild meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Orange County Nursing Home Conference Facility. Each Wednesday we meet at the Train Station in Orange from 12:30-3 p.m. We welcome visitors.

ISAIAH HOUSE
Isaiah House is open Friday and Saturday nights at 7 p.m. All ages are welcome to come out and enjoy free food and games in a Christian environment. For info, call 672-1730.

AGING TOGETHER TEAM MEETING
Want your voice heard on senior issues in Orange County?  Come to the meetings and get involved. Aging Together is a community partnership devoted to improving long term and support services for older adults and their families. Join us every second Wednesday at 10 a.m. at 127 Belleview Ave. Triad Office, Orange. Contact Nancy Rhoades at 540-718-0620 or Linda Treakle 540-854-5703