from Jennifer
Earlier this month, I posted a blog about my journey becoming “mostly” vegetarian. I said that I eat vegetarian about 90% of the time. When I “cheat,” it has to be for a good reason. Billiken’s Smokehouse in downtown Fredericksburg is one of those reasons.
The chef is a former sous chef at Stevenson Ridge, Casey Foster. When I heard he was running the kitchen at a BBQ joint downtown, I had to go check it out. …
One of the best advantages to staying at Stevenson Ridge for Civil War buffs is that they can get a chance to see a part of the Spotsylvania battlefield that not many people get to see.
The Union Ninth Corps occupied the ground that is now Stevenson Ridge during the first week of the battle, and the Union Fifth Corps occupied it during the battle’s second week. Additionally, the Union Sixth Corps moved across part of the property. That’s ¾ …
From Kellyn
Although we are a hidden gem, Stevenson Ridge is in a prime location. We are located in Spotsylvania County, which neighbors Fredericksburg. We are one hour from both Richmond and D.C., and only 20 minutes from the very popular Historic Downtown Fredericksburg. When you’re out at The Ridge, you feel as if you’re a little bit further into the rural part of the county than you really are! This means you get the rolling hills and views of …
from Kellyn
First Friday in Downtown Fredericksburg is a big deal for us townies! This month, though, it was an even bigger occasion. One of our chefs, Moe, and his band, The Transmitters, played at a local after-hours venue. Most of the office was able to make it out in support of Moe, and we had an awesome time!
What’s better than a summer evening and live reggae music?
Moe stands second from the left.
Do you recognize any of …
Tonight, from 8-11, Fredericksburg National Cemetery will once more host its annual Memorial Day Luminaria program. This is the 24th year the program has been held.
Each year, local Scout organizations light more than 15,300 candles–one for each of the soldiers buried in the cemetery.
For more information, visit the website for Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park.…
Cassandra and Madeliza on a “still” moment on the tour.
from Madeliza
Last month, month Cassandra and I had the opportunity to tour the A. Smith Bowman Distillery, conveniently located about 11 miles from Stevenson Ridge. I will have to say that this is one must-see hidden gem in the Fredericksburg area.
The Bowman Distillery produces an assortment of artisanal spirits distilled from only the finest natural ingredients and using the latest technology. Its brands have won more than 100 …
from Cassandra
As a wedding coordinator, most of my job consists of interacting with clients and our couples on a day-to-day basis. The “art of gathering” is something all of the coordinators have majored in, and we love being surrounded by people. However, I have always described myself as in introverted extravert—meaning, when I’m “on,” I am sociable, and thrive off those around me. When I’m “off,” I am in need of a bit of a recharge in solitude.
I …
The early bird rate is still available for anyone interested in tickets to next summer’s Sixth Annual Emerging Civil War Symposium at Stevenson Ridge. Early bird tickets are only $135 each, and they cover events Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Aug. 2-4, 2019. You can order here through PayPal.
The theme this year will be “Forgotten Battles of the Civil War.”
Keynote speaker A. Wilson Greene, former director of Pamplin Park and noted author and historian, will talk about some …
from Chris
All Civil War Trails led to Stevenson Ridge last month.
We were pleased to host a regional meeting of Civil War Trails, Inc. You probably recognize the distinctive Civil War Trails logo on their many roadside signs: a red trumpet with a blue bar and white stars, pointing the way to Civil War sites and wayside displays. “Follow the bugle,” the Trails say.
With more than 1,550 signs in five states—Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West …
from Elizabeth
As a little girl, my favorite Disney princess was Belle from Beauty and the Beast. I’m not sure if it was because she was the only brunette princess or that she was selfless, independent, and strong-willed, but either way, I adored her.
Therefore, when I heard on the local radio station that Riverside Theatre would presenting Beauty and The Beast, I had to purchase tickets. With my grandmother in tow for a wonderful grandmother-granddaughter afternoon, we went …