Guided Woodland Walks
Sunday, May 29, 2 p.m.
Conducted by Virginia Master Naturalists, these informative walks cover a mile of trails in both woodlands and fields and also touch on the historic ruins of Belmont’s past. Please wear sturdy footwear. Meet outside the Visitor Center.
View or print the Trail Map (PDF).
From idea to finished object, participants print their own professional-looking and unique t-shirt. Starting by discussing what makes a good design, participants create their own designs, cut stencils and print onto shirts using the silkscreen printing technique. Along the way, the concept of positive and negative shapes is introduced as they relate to stencil design. This workshop is a fun and fast paced day that involves both individual creativity and team work! Participants provide own t-shirts.
Watch this video of our last silkscreen class – loads of fun!
This program has been organized by the VMFA Office of Statewide Partnerships, and is funded, in part, by the Jean Stafford Camp Memorial Fund.
Workshop Cost: $20 members; $25 non-members.To register, please contact Education Coordinator Michelle Crow-Dolby at 540/654-1851.
The Belmont Stakes at Belmont
June 11
Join the excitement at Gari Melchers Home and Studio for the running of the 143rd Belmont Stakes. The race will be televised live in the Studio Pavilion with a casual BBQ buffet and entertainment.
Don’t let this event come down to the wire. Grab your tickets by June 4. Gates open: 4:30 p.m. Wine and beer cash bar.
Entry fee: Friends of Belmont /$40; non-members $50. For reservations and information contact Betsy Labar at 540/654-1848.
Congratulations to those who crossed the finish line of the Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon on Sunday. Many UMW faculty, staff and administrators completed the 13.1 mile race, including Mary Gendernalik-Cooper, dean of the College of Education; Donna Mejia, director of Leadership, Giving and Corporate and Foundation Relations; Tamie Pratt-Fartro, assistant professor of education; and Dan Steen, rector for the Board of Visitors. The Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon is an annual event held entirely within Fredericksburg city limits.
On May 17, Beate Jensen, Buildings and Grounds Preservation Supervisor at Gari Melchers Home and Studio, was presented with a Stafford County Historic Preservation Award by the Stafford County Historical Commission. Recognized at a Board of Supervisors meeting, Beate was cited “For her diligence in promoting and organizing volunteer efforts for the restoration of the Fannie Roots House in historic Falmouth.”
