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From a national TV feature to a weekend packed with puppies, cider, and live music, this one has a little bit of everything. Plus a rodeo, a results-driven skincare studio, and a fresh date for Dinner Club. Let's make the most of June.
Grab your coffee. Let's get into it. 💛
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Local Pulse: FXBG Edition
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From D.C. to a 27-Acre Farm in King George: The Gardening Gays Just Landed on the TODAY Show
A King George favorite just hit the national stage. Kevin Graham and Dragan Kurbalija, the husbands behind the beloved "Gardening Gays" farm, were featured on the TODAY show with Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones during the 10 a.m. hour. The couple shared the story of trading D.C. city life for full-time country farming, a journey that began with a pandemic gardening hobby and grew into a thriving, award-winning 27-acre farm right here in our region. Beyond the gardening, their farm has become a beacon of acceptance in rural Virginia, drawing visitors from all around and proving that something special is growing in King George.
If you missed it, catch the Gardening Gays sharing the story of their Virginia farm on the TODAY show, then go experience it for yourself. Watch the full segment here.
Puppies and Cider: First Friday Yappy Hour Is the Best Way to Start Your Weekend
Need Friday plans? We have puppies. On June 5th, Fraser Wood Elements is hosting a First Friday Yappy Hour in downtown Fredericksburg, and it is exactly as fun as it sounds. Squishy Face Crew Animal Rescue will be there with adoptable pups looking for their forever homes, and The Cider Lab Guys will be serving up drinks available for purchase. Stop by, grab a cider, meet some adorable faces, and kick off the weekend the right way.
Here are the details:
Friday, June 5th from 5 to 8 p.m. at Fraser Wood Elements, 1023 Caroline St
Adoptable puppies from Squishy Face Crew Animal Rescue
Drinks available for purchase from The Cider Lab
Round up your friends and head downtown for a Friday full of cider and snuggles. We will see you there! Learn more here.
Jazz Under the Stars Is Coming to Fredericksburg.
Mark your calendar for a soulful night under the stars. On Friday, June 12, Jazz in the Park is coming to Virginia Credit Union Stadium from 7 to 11 p.m. It is an evening built around great music, good food, and community, whether you are a longtime jazz lover or just looking for a beautiful night out.
Here is what to expect:
Live music from talented local jazz artists and DJ Lil John
Local vendors with unique goods to shop
A selection of tasty food available for purchase
Tables and chairs provided, so all you need to bring is your crew
Gather your family and friends for a night of music, food, and fellowship. Grab your tickets to Jazz in the Park here and get ready to enjoy the rhythm and soul.
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Where Skincare Meets Self-Care: Skin Goals Esthetics Is Built on Real Results
At Skin Goals Esthetics in Fredericksburg, skincare and self-care go hand in hand. Founded by Sarah Mae, a Licensed Master Esthetician, makeup artist, and educator with over a decade of experience, the studio takes a results-focused approach to helping clients feel confident in their skin.
Sarah Mae, Founder
With deep experience treating multicultural skin and a focus on corrective care, every appointment is built around your skin, your lifestyle, and your long-term goals.
What you will find at Skin Goals Esthetics:
Customized facials and advanced corrective treatments
Solutions for acne, hyperpigmentation, texture, and ingrown hairs
Waxing and professional skincare guidance
Makeup services for bridal and special events
More than a treatment room, it is a space to pause, reset, and feel cared for. Because healthy skin is about confidence and wellness, not just appearance.
Ready to invest in your skin and yourself? Book your appointment with Skin Goals Esthetics and discover what results-focused, intentional skincare really feels like.
700 Princess Anne St, Ste#5, Fredericksburg, VA 22401| (917)426-6095 | [email protected] | skingoalsesthetics.com
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Community Digest
Yeehaw: A One-of-a-Kind Rodeo Is Coming to the Inn at Kelly's Ford
Saddle up, because Rodeo Town is coming to the Inn at Kelly's Ford on June 7, 2026. Culpeper Rodeo Company is bringing one of its two 2026 rodeos to this side of the county, and it promises a full day of high-energy action you will not find anywhere else on the east coast. Think bronc riding, team roping, mini bulls, and everyone's favorite, mutton bust'n. The best part? Net profits support the Culpeper County Volunteer Fire and Rescue and local ministries.
Here is what is in store:
Bronc riding, team roping, breakaway roping, and mini bulls
Mutton bust'n and live entertainment
Mechanical bulls and that signature Culpeper Rodeo energy
8 food trucks plus the restaurant open all day
Grab your boots and your crew for a day of rodeo fun that gives back. Tickets are online only and may sell out, so get yours before the gate. Buy your tickets now.
Dinner Club is Back with a New Date for June!
Six people. One table. A great meal and meaningful conversation.
How it works
Take a short personality quiz
Get matched with 5 compatible guests
We choose the restaurant and handle logistics
You just show up
📍 Downtown Fredericksburg 🗓️ June 17th at 6:30 PM
Can’t make it? Sign up to get updates on future dinners. Here’s to breaking bread and building something real.
House Hunch FXBG
Can you guess the price of this real estate listing in Downtown Fredericksburg based on just one photo? Here’s a hint: 6 bd, 5.5 ba, around 10,500 sqft. on around 1 acre.
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What’s Happening In & Around the ‘Burg
Here are some of the top events happening soon. Always check with the venue for the latest details. Got an event coming up? Add it to our calendar.
Wednesday, June 3
FREE Party Trivia Night For A Cause | 6:00PM
Location: Brock's Riverside Grill, 503 Sophia St., Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Join us for a fun night of trivia, prizes, food, drinks, and community impact. Each week, we spotlight a local nonprofit and help.
Live Music with Dave Nichols | 6:00PM
Location: Courtyard by Marriott Historic District, 620 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: . Get ready to groove to some amazing tunes in a cozy and intimate setting.
Summer Midweek Market | 3:00PM
Location: Hurkamp Park, 500 William St., Fredericksburg, VA
Thursday, June 4
Scary Movie: Fan Event | 7:00PM
Location: Hooky Entertainment, 51 Towne Centre Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Nothing is sacred. No trope survives. Every line gets crossed.
Glee Night Trivia | 6:45PM
Location: Strangeways Brewing, 350 Lansdowne Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: From unforgettable performances to over-the-top drama, this night will test your knowledge of McKinley High and beyond.
Friday, June 5
FXBG First Friday | 5:00PM
Location: Downtown Fredericksburg, 601 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Enjoy extended shopping hours, gallery openings, live music, and unique pop-up experiences.
First Friday Karaoke | 7:00PM
Location: City Vino, 100, Hanover Street, Maury, Downtown, Fredericksburg, VA
AJB @ Barley Naked Brewing | 6:00PM
Location: Barley Naked Brewing Company, 15 Tech Pkwy, Stafford, VA
Description: AJB rocks Barley Baked Brewing again!!
First Friday Happy Hour Paint Night | 5:00PM
Location: Wine & Design, 502 Sophia St, Fredericksburg, VA
Description: Join us as we paint Fredericksburg’s iconic Carl’s Ice Cream, the legendary summertime landmark that locals know and love.
