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And on the Fredericksburg Patch calendar - American Legion Post 28 Community Garage Sale

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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Fredericksburg pumpkin patch fits your family's fall weekend plans?
  • Which Fredericksburg lanes will close during this week's roadwork?
  • Looking for an accessible Fredericksburg duplex near hospitals and transit?

Also on today's calendar: American Legion Post 28 Community Garage Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, with a high of 72 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Monday: A morning shower in the area, temps: high: 76, low: 52.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 84 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 9 Pumpkin Patches And Corn Mazes To Visit In Northern Virginia This Fall (patch.com) — Fredericksburg families can dive into fall at Braehead Farm and Belvedere Plantation, both offering pumpkin picking, corn mazes, hayrides, animals, and playgrounds with clearly listed hours and admission. The guide also covers several other Northern Virginia farms, so you can compare prices, activities, and ticket rules before planning a weekend outing.
   

2. Fredericksburg District weekly traffic alert: Oct. 11-17, 2026 (potomaclocal.com) — Drivers in Fredericksburg should prepare this week for alternating lane closures on Route 1 between Stafford Avenue and College Avenue/Eagle Village Drive as VDOT upgrades the Augustine Avenue intersection, with temporary turn restrictions and detours. Additional overnight I-95 work and lane closures in Stafford and Spotsylvania could slow regional trips, so checking 511 Virginia before commuting or traveling will help you avoid delays.
   

3. 104 Home Rd Fredericksburg VA (zillow.com) — A 2-bedroom, 1-bath half-duplex on Home Road in Fredericksburg is available on a one-year lease, with landlord-paid water, sewer, and trash. The non-smoking unit offers a roll-in shower, nearby FRED bus access, and close proximity to shopping and both Mary Washington and Stafford hospitals, with clear rules for service and emotional support animals.
   

4. This Virginia Town Is Known As 'America's Most Historic City'—And Fall May Be The Best Time To Visit (southernliving.com) — Fredericksburg's historic core is highlighted here as a walkable getaway packed with museums, Civil War sites, and George Washington–era landmarks, plus Caroline Street's antiques and galleries. Locals will also recognize favorite spots like Foode, Eileen's Bakery, and the new Publisher Hotel, which together showcase how the city's dining and lodging scene has evolved while preserving its small-town character.
   

5. 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk in Fredericksburg, Virginia (classiccars.com subscription) — A classic 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk is spotlighted with a connection to a small Virginia hometown, identified in the title as Fredericksburg. The story traces the car's European-influenced design, careful restoration, and remaining to-do items, offering local car enthusiasts a glimpse at a rare, historically significant model that might occasionally appear at regional shows or cruises.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Author Elle Cosimano and Old Dominion Humane Society Pups at Tales & Tails Book Cafe, October 18 —Lenora Kruk-Mullanaphy Read on Patch
  • Family are the ones I hold dearest to me…..
    neighbors kindly say a prayer for my family and I….. God bless you all (Nextdoor Lee's Hill North)
  • My daughter's cat got out a couple of days ago in the Cannon Knolls neighborhood and she hasn't returned.
    Her name is Coco. She has one tan paw and pink toes and the rest are black. She's very shy and skittish. If you see her, please call 540-272-6002… (Nextdoor Cannon Knolls)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Fredericksburg. Apply here.
  • Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for SAS in Walmart - Retail Sales Specialist in Fredericksburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fredericksburg here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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