Throughout The Year:

The Caroline Hunt - Traditional foxhunting September through March; Equestrian, sporting and social activities year round. For more information, please contact: Chase's End Farm, 17237 Antioch Road, Milford, Virginia 22514, 804-633-1204.

Follow the Civil War Trails to the five sites in Caroline County; The Town of Bowling Green, Bethel Church, Carmel Church, Guinea Station, Milford Station and the Star Hotel.

Reedy Church Ruritan Club Barbeques - Held a few times throughout the year. For dates and times, please contact (804) 633-6668.

Ladysmith Volunteer Rescue Squad Barbeques - Held a few times throughout the year. For dates and times, please contact (804) 448-3492.

• February 2 -Polar Bear Plunge, Lake Caroline Lodge, Lake Caroline. Wrights Chapel United Methodist Church is seeking participants for their annual Fundraiser; "Polar Bear Plunge". Beginning at 10:00 in the Lake Caroline Lodge, registered members will be judged in a Costume Contest. Light refreshments will be served. After the contest, registrants will be walked down to the lake where they will "jump in". Pre-registration is required. Please contact Molly Gee or Charles Tillapaugh at (804) 448-1251.
  
  
• February 28 -State of the County Address - 7:00 p.m. Caroline Chamber of Commerce at the Caroline Community Services Building Auditorium, Richmond Turnpike. A look at the state of the economy in Caroline County and issues that affect that economy. Featured speaker will be Floyd Thomas, Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, with guest speakers Sheriff Tony Lippa and Stanley Jones, Superintendent, Caroline Public Schools. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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• March 8, 2008 - Variety Show, 7:00 - ? Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Rte. 648
  
  
• March 8, 2008 - YMCA Summer Swim League Parents meeting - 5:00 p.m. For all those interested in joining the Spotsylvania YMCA Summer Swim League. This is open to members and non-members. Click here for a flyer.
  
  
• March 21, 2008 - Chicken Barbeque VFW Post 10295 in Bowling Green is having a Chicken BBQ from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 1/2 BBQ chicken, roll, brownie, beans, and choice of potatoes or macaroni salad. $8.00 Tickets are available by calling 804-690-7348.
  
  
• March 22, 2008 - 9am-1pm - k.i.d.s. (Kids in Divorce and Separation) Parenting Class Want to learn more about the effects of divorce and move to a healthier, less destructive relationship? Join us for a fun, effective and engaging program for educating parents about the effects of conflict and divorce. Where: St. Georges Episcopal Church in the City of Fredericksburg. Cost: $50 or based on income. Please call Rappahannock Mediation Center at 540-372-7740 to register for this class as space is limited!
  
  
• March 22, 2008 - Easter Egg Hunt, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Route 648
  
  
• March 27, 2008 - Legislative Report - 7:00 p.m. Caroline Chamber of Commerce at Mattaponi Springs Golf Club, Penola Road. Among the featured speakers will be Chris Peace, Delegate for the 97th District and Bobby Orrock, Delegate for the 54th District who will report on the latest developments from the recent legislative session in Richmond. Reservations needed – please contact Eileen Beach at the Chamber office - 633-5264.

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• April 4, 5,6, 2008 - Caroline Community Theatre Presents- The Female Odd Couple. Show Tickets are $7.00 each. Available at the door or online. Show Dates: Friday April 4 at 8:00 p.m., Saturday April 5 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday April 6 at 4:00 p.m. Location: Caroline Community Services Center, 17202 Richmond Turnpike, Bowling Green, VA 22427. www.carolinetheatre.org
  
  
• April 5, 2008 - Virginia Special Olympics North Swimming Time Trials- will be held at the Spotsylvania YMCA. More than 100 athletes from Fredericksburg and the counties of King George, Spotsylvania, Caroline, Stafford, Prince William, Fauquier, Loudoun and Fairfax are expected in swimming and swimming skills competitions. Special Olympics is a year-round international program of sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. To participate or volunteer you can contact www.south_stafford_aquatics@area11sova.org
  
  
• April 12, 2008 - Pork Barbeque, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Rte. 648
  
  
• April 19, 2008 - A Family Fair - Informational fair for families, students, people with special needs, and professionals. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Caroline Middle School, 13325 Devils Three Jump Road, Milford, VA 22514. Click here for more information. For questions and/or to register, please call 804-633-7083 or 804-633-5088 or email E-Mail
  
  
• April 22, 2008 - Caroline County: Historic Houses, Equine Events and Gracious Grounds - Historic Garden Week in Virginia is celebrating 75 years of preserving Virginia's Heritage. Sponsored by The Garden Club of Virginia April 19 - 27, 2008. The Caroline County Tour is Tuesday Aprill 22, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. FULL TICKET: $25 on day of tour; $20 in advance; $10 single-site admission. Children 13 and older, full price; ages 6-12, half price; ages five and under, free of charge. Tickets may be purchased on tour day at featured properties or at designated information centers. Children younger than age 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Click here for more information.
  
  
• April 24, 25, 26, 2008 - Mr. B's Bluegrasss Festival - Enjoy a three-day music festival at Mr. B's Park just north of Ladysmith at U.S. Route 1 and Gatewood Rd. (Mapquest 7243 Gatewood Rd. Woodford, Va. 22580). Artists include Rhonda Vincent, Son Rise, The Bluegrass Brothers, James King, Anita Fisher & Ray Deaton, Mark Templeton & Pocket Change, Larry Stephenson, Bill Yates & The Country Gentlemen Reunion, Kody Norris, Lonesome Will Mullins, Caroline County's own Milford Station, Dark Hollow, Ted Jones & The Tarheel Boys, Katie Penn, Sun Baked'Possum', and many more. Twenty Bands in three days. Caroline County Resident can buy a 3-Day Advance Ticket for only $65.00. Call 804-448-9446(park) or 804-449-6350(o)
  
  
• April 26, 2008 - -Casino Night in Caroline - 7:00 p.m. - Caroline Chamber of Commerce at Bowling Green Town Hall. A HIT event that serves as a major fundraiser for the Chamber scholarship programs and other community projects. What happens at Casino Night, stays at Casino Night! Event and table sponsors needed – fun packages for sponsors! Please call Eileen Beach at 633-5264 for tickets and sponsorship.
  
  
• April 26, 2008 - K.I.D.S. (Kids in Divorce and Separation) Parenting Class - Want to learn more about the effects of divorce and moved to a healthier, less destructive relationship? Join us for a fun, effective and engaging program for educating parents about the effects of conflict and divorce.
  When: Saturday, April 26, 2008, 9am-1pm
  Where: St. Georges Episcopal Church in the City of Fredericksburg
  Cost: $50 or based on income.
  Please call Rappahannock Mediation Center at 540-372-7740 to register for this class as space is limited!
  
  
• April 26, 2008 - Spring BBQ The Ladysmith Volunteer Rescue Squad will be having their annual Spring BBQ Saturday April 26, 2008 from 4-7pm at Ladysmith Volunteer Rescue Squad 18287Jefferson Davis Hwy. Ladysmith, VA 22501 Cost will be $7.00 a plate. For more info. call 804-448-2400

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• May - September, 2008 - Visit with the Author - You and your child are invited to join the Ladysmith Library for the New Series, Visit with the Author. On the 3rd Saturday of each month there will be 2 sessions (10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.) where a different author will visit with children introducing them to the characters in their books. The authors will present an entertaining program and answer questions. For more information, please click here to download a copy of the flyer.
  
  
• Saturday, May 3, 2008 - Seafood Festival - The Madison Ruritan Club presents the All You Can Eat Seafood Festival. Madison Ruritan Club, Ladysmith, VA (804) 448-3111
  
  
• May 3, 2008 - BBQ Chicken Dinner Ladysmith Volunteer Fire Dept Annual BBQ chicken Dinner Saturday, May 3rd from 4-7 p.m. Proceeds to benefit LSVFD. Dinners $8.00, carryout available. Support you volunteers and enjoy Bill Green’s Famous BBQ Chicken dinners with all the fixins.



• May 9, 2008 - Candlelight Tour of "Stonewall" Jackson's Final Evening The program will be held at the Stonewall Jackson Shrine where the general died. The structure contains Jackson's death bed, blanket, and the same clock that ticked away his last moments. One hour program led by historian Frank O'Reilly will begin at 8:00. The Jackson Shrine is located on Route 606, about 15 miles south of Fredericksburg - take Exit 118 east.



• May 10, 2008 - Stonewall Jackson's Last Breath Program begins at 3:30. The program will be held at the Stonewall Jackson Shrine which is located on Route 606, about 15 miles south of Fredericksburg - take Exit 118 east.



• May 10, 2008 - Relay for Life Variety Show 7:00 p.m. - ? Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Rte. 648.



• May 17, 2008 - Children's Author to Sign Books - 2 Sessions - 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Visit with Noelle Hall at the Ladysmith Branch Library. Please click here for more information.



• May 17, 2008 - Ladysmith Village Summer Concert Series - Newland Communities First Annual Summer Concert Series at Ladysmith Village. First concert will take place May 17 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the Difficult Run Jazz Band performing at the outdoor amphitheater at Ladysmith Village. Admission is free for Ladysmith Village Residents and all children 12 and under. Non-residents may purchase tickets for $10.00 per person with all ticket sales and donations going to charity. This concert benefits Caroline's Promise.



• May 17 and 18 – Virginia Bazaar’s 8th Anniversary Celebration - The Virginia Bazaar will celebrate its 8th Anniversary! We'll have Exotic Animal Adventures on Saturday, Blue Grass bands on Sunday, fire engines, Pop-O the Clown, and door prizes! Great fun for the whole family! For more information see www.vabazaar.com or call toll free (888) 568-3532.
  
  
• May 27 - August 7, 2008 - Rappahannock Swim League - Join the Spotsylvania Dragons Swim Team. Registration is open so you can represent your community in the Rappahannock Swim League. Click here for more information.

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• June 7 – Virginia Bazaar’s 3rd Annual Car Show - Come see antique cars, classic cars and trucks, street rods and customs, muscle cars and cars in progress. Set up time is 8:00 am to 10:00 am, with dash plaques for the first 25 cars. Pre-registration is $10 and $15 on day of show. All cars and trucks must be 1983 models or older. Trophies will be awarded at 3:00 pm. For more information please contact Rod Gray at (540) 408-2090 or Sam Martin (804) 769-4041. All entry proceeds go to benefit the Caroline County Sheriff's Department Dare/Explorer Program. Rain date is June 8. For more information see www.vabazaar.com or call toll free (888) 568-3532.
  
  
• June 22 (Tentative) – Caroline County Animal Control Adopt a Pet-a-Thon - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The 2008 Adopt a Pet-a-Thon will tentatively be held June 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Caroline County Animal Shelter located at 14080 Devil’s Three Jump Road Milford, VA 22580. This event features shelter animals looking for homes, free food, raffles, and giveaways. The purpose of this event is to help the shelter animals find loving responsible homes, and also to educate the public about animal control. To qualify to adopt you must reside in Caroline County or a county which borders Caroline. If the animal is already spayed or neutered this does not apply. Adoption fees apply. This is a free event.



• June 28 - Ladysmith Village Summer Concert Series - Newland Communities First Annual Summer Concert Series at Ladysmith Village. Secondd concert of the series will take place June 28 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the Back-N-Time Oldies Rock Band performing at the outdoor amphitheater at Ladysmith Village. Admission is free for Ladysmith Village Residents and all children 12 and under. Non-residents may purchase tickets for $10.00 per person with all ticket sales and donations going to charity. This concert benefits the Humane Society of Caroline County.

• July 4, 2008 - 4th of July Celebration -
  
  
• July 4, 2008 - Chicken Bar-B-Que 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.- Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Rte. 648 - Ronnie Williams and the Carter Family Sound playing after the Barbeque.



• July 19 - Ladysmith Village Summer Concert Series - Newland Communities First Annual Summer Concert Series at Ladysmith Village. Third concert of the series will take place July 19 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the Milford Station Blue Grass Band performing at the outdoor amphitheater at Ladysmith Village. Admission is free for Ladysmith Village Residents and all children 12 and under. Non-residents may purchase tickets for $10.00 per person with all ticket sales and donations going to charity.



• July 19-20 – Blue Christmas In July at The Virginia Bazaar What would July be with The Virginia Bazaar's Blue Christmas in July and Elvis? Our favorite Elvis tribute artist, Joe Searles, will be rockin' around The Bazaar on July 19 and 20. Don't miss this fun annual event! For more information see www.virginiabazaar.com or call toll free (888) 568-3532.



• July 24 - July 27, 2008 - Caroline County Agricultural Fair at the Virginia Bazaar - The Caroline County Agricultural Fair will be held:
  
  • Thursday, July 24 from 5:00 - 11:00 p.m.,
  
  
  • Friday, July 25 from 5:00 - 11:00 p.m.,
  
  
  • Saturday, July 26 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. and
  
  
  • Sunday, July 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  
  The admission for the fair is Ages`10 and under are free, all other $5.00. Senior Citizen Day on Friday, July 25. Seniors get in for $2.00. Fire/Rescue/Law Enforcement/Military Personnel in uniform or with ID - Free Admission.
  
  Saturday Special: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Donate 4 canned goods items for free admission (benefits Caroline Social Services Food Pantry)
  
  Midway by Sherwood Amusements
  Midway Pre-Purchase Bargain – Only $8 – before July 21st.
  Visit any branch of the Caroline County Library and purchase a ticket good for limitless carnival rides Thursday 5 to 11 p.m. or Saturday 1 to 5 p.m.
  Regular fair admission of $5 for 11 y.o. + applies
  Wristbands good one day only.
  Heritage Gardens Thunder 104.5 Caroline’s Barn Goat Play Pen Hay Rides Grain Bin Hay Maze Face Painting and Temporary Tatoos By Daisy/Brownie Troop 304 and Jr. Cadette/Seniors Troop 639 Dunking Booth – Sponsored by the Caroline Sheriff’s Department Civil War Encampment Community Exhibits
  
  Live Entertainment Every Day
  • Thursday 6 – 7 p.m. - One Lane Bridge
  • Thursday – 7:30to 10:30 -- SkyStone Bluegrass Band
  • Friday - 7:00 to 10:00 – The Embers
  • Saturday 3 – 5 p.m. - Big G & Total Control
  • Saturday 8:00 to 11:00 -- Cactus Jack
  • Sunday 3 to 5 - 4 the Lord

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August, 2008

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  August 16 - Ladysmith Village Summer Concert Series - Newland Communities First Annual Summer Concert Series at Ladysmith Village. Fourth concert of the series will take place August 16 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with Back to the Future - 80's Rock Band performing at the outdoor amphitheater at Ladysmith Village. Admission is free for Ladysmith Village Residents and all children 12 and under. Non-residents may purchase tickets for $10.00 per person with all ticket sales and donations going to charity.

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September, 2008

• September 6, 2008 - Variety Show, 7:00 p.m. - ? Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Route 648
  
  
• September 13, 2008 - Crab/Shrimp Feast - Madison Ruritan Club, Ladysmith Virginia, (804) 448-3111.

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• October 11, 2008 - Pork Barbeque, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Rte. 648
  
  
• October 18, 2008 - Bowling Green Harvest Festival - For more information regarding the Harvest Festival, please visit the website at www.bgharvestfest.com
  
  
• October 25, 2008 - Frog Level Volunteer Fire Department Fall Festival and Parade
  
  
• October 25 – Kids in Costumes At The Virginia Bazaar - Ghouls and goblins will have a chance to win Halloween Market Money at our annual Kids In Costumes day We'll give raffle tickets to every child in costume, giving them a chance to win Virginia Bazaar Monster Money! Kids may "Trick and Treat" within the safe environment of The Bazaar at participating vendors. For more information see www.vabazaar.com or call toll free (888) 568-3532.
  
  
• October 2008 - Trick Or Treat At The Virginia Bazaar Ghouls and goblins will have a chance to win Halloween Market Money at our annual Kids In Costumes day. We'll give raffle tickets to every child in costume, giving them a chance to win Virginia Bazaar Monster Money! Kids may "Trick and Treat" within the safe environment of The Bazaar at participating vendors. For more information see www.vabazaar.com or call toll free (888) 568-3532.



• The Haunted Forest at Mr. B's Bluegrass Park

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• December 6, 2008, 11:00 a.m. - Caroline Chamber of Commerice Holiday Parade -
  
  
• December 6, 2008 - Christmas Variety Show - Reedy Church Ruritan Club, Pendleton Community Center, Sunshine Road, Rte. 648 - 7 p.m. til ?
  
  
• December (weekends in December) - Santa Claus At The Virginia Bazaar - The Virginia Bazaar will have a special visitor in December! Come see Santa Claus from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm every Saturday and Sunday prior to Christmas and get your picture taken for free! For more information see www.vabazaar.com or call toll free (888) 568-3532.

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