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This Weekend in Spotsylvania, Nov. 14–15

John Williams Editor

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Farmers markets are open both days, local youth performers bring Singin’ in the Rain to Spotsylvania High School, and Lake Anna State Park has programs for families and dog owners.

Saturday, Nov. 14

Gordon Road Farmers Market, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. The market is at the Route 3 commuter lot, 12150 Gordon Road. Spotsylvania Courthouse Patch lists an 8 a.m. start, but the county’s market page specifies 9 a.m. beginning in November.
Belmont Art & Craft Fair, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. The Belmont Club of Women hosts its 31st annual fair at the Belmont Community Center, 7124 Belmont Road, Mineral. Proceeds support local scholarships, charities and the community center.
Touch-a-Tractor, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Greenline Service Corp. hosts a free family event with tractor and hay wagon rides, farm animals and food vendors at 11417 Tidewater Trail.
Reptiles Alive!, 2–3 p.m. Meet Lake Anna State Park’s resident reptiles and learn about Virginia wildlife at the visitor center, 6800 Lawyers Road.
Mr. Speed, 7 p.m. Spotsylvania Courthouse Patch lists the KISS tribute band at the Groove Music Hall, 6501 Dominion Raceway Ave.

Sunday, Nov. 15

Sunday Farmers Market, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Shop in the Spotsylvania High School parking lot, 6975 Courthouse Road. The county lists Nov. 22 as the last Sunday market of the season.
B.A.R.K. Ranger Pack Walk, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Meet at the Lake Anna State Park visitor center for a short walk on flat, paved terrain. Dogs must be on a non-retractable leash no longer than six feet. Standard park fees apply, and registration is unnecessary.

Both days

Singin’ in the Rain — Christian Youth Theater Fredericksburg performs at Spotsylvania High School, 6975 Courthouse Road. Showtimes are Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 at the door.

Nearby in Fredericksburg

Honey Teas and Sweet Treats Festival — Fredericksburg Patch lists the Saturday festival at the Fredericksburg Convention Center, 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway. The organizer advertises tea tastings, live music and a small-business marketplace. Check the ticket listing for entry times.

Nearby in Fredericksburg:

Fredericksburg Farmers Market, Saturday, Nov. 14, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Shop for seasonal produce, baked goods and other local products at Hurkamp Park, 500 William St. Old Dominion Humane Society will also be there with adoptable dogs.

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