Category Archives: Kid Friendly

Kids Night at FXBG Axes in Fredericksburg, Virginia!!

Need something to do that the whole family will love?  Check out FXBG Axes on January 19th, 2023 from 5 pm -10 pm for Kids Night. When you purchase one adult admission, you will receive a free child admission. If you have never thrown an axe before no worries, someone is there to instruct you and watch to make sure everyone is handling them safely.  While there is no age minimum, their website states “if you can pick up an axe, you can throw an axe! 7 is about the cut-off.” Close-toed shoes, however, are absolutely required! The 6,000 sq. ft. facility has 24 targets, an arcade, and food. Fredericksburg Axes is located at 514 Lansdowne Rd, Fredericksburg Virginia 22408.

Can’t make kids’ night? Perfect for all ages, this downright fun activity would be the perfect birthday party plan for youngsters. Frustrated with an ex and need a release?  Have fun releasing all that built-up energy with Axe an Ex time for ladies’ night. Glow Throw is perfect for spending quality time and connecting with your loved ones. You can make date night a memorable one while showing off your skills to one another. Planning a private party for your work family is a fantastic way to bring your team together and learn about each other on a more personal level.  So check it out, show off your skills, and give them something to talk about.

 For additional information on kids’ night, including the costs for adults, click here. If you want more info about FXBG Axes, visit their website here.

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

LOW Players Club Accepting Auditions for Upcoming Play: Into the Woods!

A rare modern classic brings everyone’s favorite storybook characters together in this timeless, and still relevant piece by James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim. We’ll get to witness the story of a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wants to attend a ball; and Jack with a cow whom he wishes would produce milk. A journey ensues when the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child due to a Witch’s curse and features our storybook favorites, including Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and a Giant. When wishes become granted, the consequences of their actions haunt them with tragic results. Into the Woods, one of Sondheim’s most popular works, is a musically sophisticated show, so don’t miss this musical performance! If you are interested in participating in this show, auditions are being accepted. Download and complete the audition form here. The form includes show details, rehearsal dates, audio track links, and audition requirements. Rehearsals begin as soon as February 12, 2023. Auditions are held Sunday, January 29th, 2023 from 7p – 9pm at MFA Studios & Fitness, 3rd floor. (4444 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove VA 22508) and Monday, January 30th, 2023 from 7pm – 9pm at the Lake of the Woods Community Center (110 Sweetbriar Park Rd, Locust Grove VA 22508). *Please note Lake of the Woods is a gated community. If you live outside LOW, contact Dave at david_schubert@comcast.net to let them know you are planning to attend auditions. They will put your name on the guest list at the guard gate and you may be asked for ID to enter.

Performances for this show are scheduled for: May 5th, 6th, 12th, and 13th, 2023 at 7pm, as well as May 7th, 13th, and 14th at 2pm.

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

Breakfast with Santa at Wilderness Presidential Resort!

On Sunday, December 11th, bring the little ones to have Breakfast with Santa from 9:30 AM to 11 AM at the Clubhouse at Wilderness Presidential Resort in Spotsylvania Virginia. There will be pancakes and orange juice served alongside Santa and his elves. The cost is $2/per person, kids 5 and under are free. This is a first come, first serve event. There will be Reindeer games and photo opportunities and Mrs. Claus will be making balloon animals! Santa is excited to meet all the good little boys and girls!

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

Santa is coming to Lake of the Woods Atop Engine 29!

As busy as this time of year gets, jolly Ol’ Saint Nick always remembers the good boys and girls in Locust Grove! He will be making his rounds atop LOW F&R Engine 29 through Lake of the Woods on December 16th, 17th, and 18th! Santa is so excited to see all the children in LOW and nearby Locust Grove areas! Santa and the LOW Fire Department have developed a route and tracker that is posted on their website and Facebook page, so please keep checking for further updates! Please note the schedule is tentative and may change based on weather and calls for service.

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Orange, Locust Grove, or Northern Virginia, we are your Real Estate team committed to finding the perfect home for you! Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar, and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, one of our area expert advisors will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available properties, please visit our website licatagroup.com

Check out Culpeper Downtown for the 2022 Holiday Season!

Culpeper Renaissance, Inc (CRI) and Culpeper Downtown merchants and restaurants invite you all to experience this holiday with them with the following events scheduled for November through December!

November 14th through 20th, enjoy season offerings and specials at various downtown shops for their Holiday Preview Week. The storefronts will also be participating in a Holiday Store Front Decorating contest so be sure to check them out and vote for your favorite decorated store!

November 18th is “Pink Friday!” the week before Black Friday and #supportsmallfirst and enjoy in-store and online specials at the local shops in downtown Culpeper.

November 20th is the Holiday Open House with in-store specials ALL DAY and a band performance at Grass Rootes Porch from 1pm – 3pm followed by Santa Rides around Culpeper from 3pm – 4pm and the Community Tree Lighting 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Join the festivities for a real treat including free face painting and various children’s activities and holiday refreshments will be available for purchase.

November 25th is Black Friday with in-store and online specials and discounts.

November 26th is Small Business Saturday and Santa will be strolling downtown Culpeper from 6pm – 8pm.

November 28th is Cyber Monday with online and in-store specials and discounts.

November 29th is Giving Tuesday, the one-day giving event. Consider donating to Culpeper Renaissance via their website here.

December 1st through 15th, participate in the WHO STOLE CULPEPER-VILLE? downtown Culpeper scavenger hunt challenge! Map and entry card available at the visitors center (the Depot) Monday – Sunday 10 am – 5 pm.

December 3rd, 10th, and 17th the Culpeper Downtown Winter Farmers Market will be from 9 am – 12pm at the East Davis Street Parking lot.

December 9th, visit Santa at Culpeper Center & Suites for a meet and greet and photo opportunity!

December 16th, visit Santa at the Culpeper Visitors Center for a meet and greet and photo opportunity at the Depot.

For more information about any of the above-mentioned events and to keep up to date on the latest Culpeper events visit culpeperdowntown.com!

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

Treats on the Point & Trick-or-Treating in Lake of the Woods, Virginia 22508

Who’s ready for Halloween?? This year, dress the kids in their favorite spooky Halloween costumes and stop by the Lake of the Woods Clubhouse POINT between 6p – 7pm to collect some Halloween treats! Stop by while the community celebrates Halloween by passing out candy to the trick-or-treaters before you hit the neighbors and other communities for candy collecting. Trick or treating in Lake of the Woods will be held from 5pm – 8pm. LOW asks that if you will not be home, or do not wish to participate, please turn off your outside lights so the trick-or-treaters will know to pass by your home!

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

Adventure the Corn Mazes Available at Liberty Mills Farm!

As summer has begun to wind down, the fall activities have started to arise! Did you know that Liberty Mills Farm offers the largest corn maze in Virginia at 34 acres?? Their maze consists of four separate trails perfect for spending the day adventuring through each or picking the best one to fit your group. The Story Maze is a quick 30-minute trail with story stations to help navigate your way. The Trivia Maze provides a medium, slightly more difficult trail, lasting approximately 45-60 minutes, and offers trivia based on the theme of the year. The Hole Punch Maze really takes it to the next level as this could take you 2-3 hours to find all 21 stations to get your card punched and also find the yummy ice cream along the way! The last and final maze is the Myster Maze with no maps, only you, your company, and a sense of adventure, the length of time varies greatly, however, plan to spend at least an hour here! The Corn Mazes will open for the season on Saturday, September 10th, 2022. Tickets for all the different corn mazes may be purchased here once Liberty Mills has opened the tickets for purchase. Liberty Mills Farm is located at 9166 Liberty Mills Rd, Somerset VA 22972.

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

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Lake of the Woods Virginia Community Members Campground Gathering!

As the weather gets cooler, it’s time to unpack the firewood and camping equipment! Join Lake of the Woods at the Campground Pavilion as they offer a family fun night full of yummy s’mores and singing around the campfire! Saturday, October 8th is the day to arrive starting at 6pm until 9pm at the Lake of the Woods Campground Pavilion. Tickets are $3 per person. Please contact 540-972-9680 with any questions or concerns! The rain date is scheduled for Sunday, October 9th! Please note, that this is an event that is exclusive to Lake of the Woods community residents and members.

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

Kids’ Fall Fun Day at Lake of the Woods, Wood Center!

Looking for something fun to do with the kids this fall in our local Lake of the Woods Community? Join the Lake of the Woods Ladies Golf Association as they sponsor and host a Fall Fun Day! Save the date for Saturday, September 10th starting at 1pm and ending at 4pm at the Lake of the Woods, Woods Center (108 Fairway Dr, Locust Grove VA 22508). The first 100 kids to arrive will receive a free hotdog, chips, and drink! After the first 100, it’s $5 for each child thereafter. Parents may bring kids up to age 10 for a day of free games and tons of fun including a bouncy house, golf cart rides, and games, games, games! Save the date, support your local community and enjoy a nice Fall Day all at Lake of the Woods!

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.

LOW Lioness Lions Club School Supply Drive Starts NOW!

The LOW Lioness Lions Club holds an annual School Supply Drive to support the Locust Grove Primary and Elementary Schools. They help these two schools by providing supplies needed to ensure a successful school year for both teachers and students. Donations will be collected at the LAKE OF THE WOODS FRONT GATE, Saturday, July 23rd from 9AM to 12PM, or you may donate a check for the Lionesses to purchase the items listed below. Please mail checks to PO BOX 811, Locust Grove VA 22508, please make checks payable to “LOW Lioness Foundation” and write “School Supply” in the check memo selection. Donations will also be accepted at The Licata Group’s Office, across from LOW Front Gate and in between AT&T and CVS in the Food Lion shopping center. Licata Group’s hours are Monday through Friday from 9 AM – 5:30 PM and will accept donations from Monday, July 18th through Friday, July 22nd. Please donate ONLY the items listed below:

Locust Grove Primary School (Grades K-12)

Locust Grove Elementary School (Grades 3-5)

  • Composition Notebook (Wide ruled)
  • Crayons (24 pack)
  • Plastic pencil box
  • Pocket folders
  • Scissors 5″ Blunt Point
  • Dry Erase Markers (black & blue)
  • Markers
  • Tissues
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Glue sticks
  • Construction Paper
  • Ziploc Bags (only quart + gallon sizes)
  • Refillable water bottles (dollar store)
  • Composition books & single subject spiral notebooks
  • Colored pencils and markers
  • Highlighters
  • Glue Sticks
  • Headphones/Ear Buds (dollar tree $1)
  • Plastic Pencil boxes & pencil pouches
  • Pencils
  • Protractors
  • Black Dry Erase Markers
  • Colored Folders
  • Crayons (24 pack)
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Ziploc Bags (only quart + gallon sizes)
  • Tissues
  • Refillable water bottles (Dollar Store $1)

Thank you so much for your continued support of this important project!

Questions about the LOW Lioness Lions School Supply Drive? Please Contact Teresa Wisniewski at 703-901-9023 or Judy Ludvigsen at 540-760-4982.

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contacting Pat Licata.

To see available Lake of the Woods properties, please visit our site.