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Bourgeois concert honors military, salutes Rappahannock’s 100-year-olds

Bourgeois concert honors military, salutes Rappahannock’s 100-year-olds

by Ireland Hayes | Jul 1, 2025 | People

‘Celebrate America’ with patriotic music Col. John R. Bourgeois, the venerable director emeritus of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band — with a notable career spanning nine presidential administrations — returns to Avon Hall in the Town of Washington on...
Ben Venue fireworks return July 4

Ben Venue fireworks return July 4

by Ireland Hayes, Sophie McLeod | Jun 15, 2025 | Fire/Rescue, Local Services, People

‘Strong family atmosphere’ event: Fireworks, food and a $10K raffle The fields at Ben Venue Farm will be festive this Independence Day during the 17th annual Fourth of July Celebration in support of the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD). Co-chair of the...
In photos | Rappahannock County celebrates Independence Day 2024

In photos | Rappahannock County celebrates Independence Day 2024

by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Jan 15, 2025 | Fire/Rescue

The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department hosted a Fourth of July celebration at Ben Venue on Thursday, July 4. With thunderstorms predicted, the light rain shower provided a rainbow and sunset to compete with the fireworks display. Rappahannock County celebrates...

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