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Arts & Cultural District Incentive applications due February 15
The City of Fredericksburg established an Arts and Cultural District in an effort to increase the awareness and support for the arts and cultural communities and to provide incentives for qualifying businesses to remain and locate in the district.
3rd Annual Galentine’s Shop Crawl
This February, it’s time to gather your best girlfriends, embrace the spirit of Galentine’s Day, and make your way to Downtown Fredericksburg for the Galentine’s Shop Crawl.
Leasing activity in the City
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the City of Fredericksburg
Foundational FXBG Families – Renee’s Crêpes and Cakes
Back before Eagle Village, when we called it “The Park and Shop,” there weren’t a robust number of restaurant options in Fredericksburg. In the 80’s – The Parthenon Restaurant was a staple and a favorite among college students and families. A beautiful Greek-inspired mural adorned the wall, and the amazing smell of Greek and Italian dishes, drifted out the door…and the Pizza was simply amazing! And by the way, it still is!
Rebellion Bourbon Bar & Kitchen Named to Whisky Advocate’s List of America’s Top Whisky Bars
Rebellion Bourbon Bar & Kitchen is honored to be named one of America’s Top Whisky Bars by Whisky Advocate, ranking among the top 5 in Virginia and one of 125 nationwide.
2025 – Do we have NEWS for You!
A new year always brings new opportunities and we are looking forward to 2025 with fresh energy in bringing FXBG news to YOU
Field Trip Fun: Highlights from Recent FXBG School Tours
‘Tis the season for…school field trips? That’s right; the EDT group tours team has recently hosted a flurry of year-end school field trips.
Help Take Care of Our Parks
The City of Fredericksburg’s open spaces are some of the key features of this amazing community. Since the beginning of June, thousands of people have enjoyed access to the City’s parks, trails, playgrounds, athletic fields, and other amenities for many different forms of recreation.
Council Celebrates C.T.E. Collaboration of GCC and Oberle Academy
Tuesday night, the City Council’s Work Session began with a visit to Oberle Academy. The Academy serves special need students from the region and works with 22 area businesses for job placement. The Academy boasts a 98% graduation rate and believes in the power and potential of all students.
FAM promotes Dr. Gaila Sims to Vice President of Programs and Interpretation
Dr. Gaila Sims was recently promoted to Vice President of Programs and Interpretation for the Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM). She was hired by FAM, to fill a position created in 2022, Curator of African American History. This position is co-funded by the City of Fredericksburg. She is still doing this important work in addition to her new responsibilities at the Museum.
Fredericksburg EDA Launches New Small Business Disaster Grant Program
At a special meeting on Monday, December 9, 2024 the Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) voted to create the Small Business Disaster Grant Program.
2024 Fredericksburg Christmas Parade
The 2024 Fredericksburg Christmas Parade will be held along Caroline and Princess Anne Streets in Downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia.