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Where to Go Snow Tubing This Winter!

If you love thrills and chills, then snow tubing is right up your alley! Being more affordable than skiing, available for practically any age, and no skill level required, it’s no surprise that snow tubing is one of the most fun family events that you can do this winter! The biggest question you may ask is where to go snow tubing? Here are a few locations found in Virginia!

Massanutten Resort

Located two hours west of Northern Virginia, this popular resort offers 90-minute snow tubing sessions with 16, 900 ft long lanes. Each lane has a 120-degree drop that is sure to get your adrenaline pumping!

Wintergreen Resort

Known for being the largest tubing park in Virginia, The Plunge is definitely one that you’ll want to visit! Being 10-stories high with a length of over 3 football fields, it’s not uncommon for riders to top 30 miles per hour on their tubes! Tickets are available for online purchase only, and are good for 75-minute sessions!

Bryce Resort

With three 800-foot long tubing lanes, a maximum of 40 tickets are available for 90-minute sessions every half-hour, so make sure to reserve your spot! Bryce Resort is located in Bayse, VA, and can be considered a more affordable option for snow tubing. The resort also offers ice skating for an additional $8 per person!

There are plenty more locations in and around Virginia to choose from to enjoy the fun that is snow tubing, and we encourage you to seek out the one that best for you and your family!

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SLIDE FXBG 2019

Looking to spend your weekend cooling off, and enjoying time with the family? Make sure not to miss Slide FXBG 2019 for their one-day water slide event! Fall is right around the corner, so make sure you experience what is sure to be the highlight of your summer. What’s more fun than sliding? Sliding down a 1000-foot Slip-and-Slide! Invite your friends to make a splash on August 31, 2019 at William St, Fredericksburg VA for a day full of family, fun and of course, Sliding! Tickets are available in waves starting at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Tickets are priced at $27.00 each, and for more information be sure to click here. See you on the slide! Credit for the image goes to the Fredericksburg Economic Development and Tourism.

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 home owners. 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 contact Pat Licata.

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Wild Roots Music Festival at Wilderness Presidential Resort in Spotsylvania, VA!

Wilderness Presidential Resort located at 9220 Plank Rd in Spotsylvania Virginia 22553 is hosting the Wild Roots Music Festival on Saturday, September 21st from 12pm – 8pm.

Licata Group is proud to be a sponsor of this festival that will consist of 4 live Americana bands, several food trucks, a beer garden and many local artists.

Live Music will be performed by: Karen Jonas, Whiskey Revival, Cabin Creek and the Hive Robbers. The craft beer garden will feature local downtown Fredericksburg Brewery: Spencer Devon Brewing.

This is a rain or shine event with tickets for sale at $20 each, tickets prices do not include the beer garden. Purchase tickets here. Grab your friends and family and prepare for a relaxing Saturday enjoying some good music with delicious food!

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 home owners. 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 contact Pat Licata.

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Gordonsville’s Famous Fried Chicken Festival Coming Up in May!

Save the date! May 18th from 11am to 5pm at the Gordonsville Volunteer Fire Company Fair Grounds (301 East Baker St, Gordonsville VA 22942).

Did you know Gordonsville is famous for their friend chicken?? It had been served to passengers of trains stopping in town during the late 19th / 20th centuries by the local women. They would carry platters of the delicacy on their heads! Known at that time nationally, Gordonsville’s fried chicken, was given the town the nickname of “Chicken-leg Center of the Universe.”

The Town of Gordonsville has celebrated this special heritage each year with their Annual Fried Chicken Festival! There will be a fried chicken and pie contest, a wine garden, and crafts & artisan vendors.

This event is completely free to attend and will be held rain or shine!

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 home owners. 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 contact Pat Licata.

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Lake of the Woods Players Club Brings Broadway to LOW! Upcoming Play: The Mousetrap

You’re in for a treat this April!

Lake of the Woods Players Club will be performing Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap. This murder mystery play with a twist ending will be directed by Barbara Cochran.

Performances are set for April 5, 6, 12, and 13th at 7:30PM. As well as April 7th, and 14th at 2PM!

There will be an OPENING NIGHT SPECIAL for April 5th show, with tickets at only $15!

All other showtimes are $20 each. Tickets will go on sale Monday, March 4th at 10AM and can be purchased here.

You can watch the performance at the Lake of the Woods Community Center located at: 110 Sweetbriar Park Rd, Locust Grove VA 22508.

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 home owners. 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 contact Pat Licata.

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Cake Boss’ Cake & Wine Pairing at Mattaponi Winery

If you loved Cake Boss on TV, you will LOVE this event!

Visit Mattaponi Winery located at: 7530 Morris Rd, Spotsylvania VA 22551 on February 16 and February 17th between 10am and 6pm to try the Cake Boss’ Cakes!! (Buddy will not personally be there, but his cakes will be!)

Cakes will be paired with a wine tasting for only $10. There will be a complimentary international coffee bar open for those not interested in wine. There is no reservation necessary for this pairing so bring your spouse for a special Valentine’s Day treat! Remember don’t drink and drive!

Visit Mattaponi Winery for any updates on this event.

Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your professionals for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia, we are your proven Real Estate professionals. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by home owners. 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 contact Pat Licata.
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Lake of the Woods Players present: HELLO DOLLY!

LOW Players presents: HELLO DOLLY!

Musical comedy about matchmaker Dolly Levi as she travels to New York to find love for a grumpy, well-known “half-a-millionaire” man, Horace Vandergelder. Don’t miss Dolly’s hilarious adventure!
Book by: Michael Stewart
Music & lyrics by: Jerry Herman
Directed by: Christopher M. Stewart
Showtimes are: October 12, 13, 18, 19, and 20th at 7:30PM
Matinee: October 14 and 21st at 2PM
The play will be held at the Lake of the Woods Community Center
Address: 110 Sweetbriar Park Rd, Locust Grove VA 22508
Visit our lake of the woods va map if needed!
Tickets are only $24 – $29 each for general admission.
Purchase tickets at: www.lowplayers.org or
by calling: 540-972-6385.
Purchase tickets before seats run out!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods, VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your professionals for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia, we are your proven Real Estate professionals. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, that’s the #1 question asked by home sellers. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. The Question is how much is it worth? 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 contact Pat Licata.
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2018 Cigar, Bourbon and Beer Festival in Fredericksburg VA!

2018 Cigar, Bourbon and Beer Festival in Fredericksburg VA!

cigar bourbon festivalThis years Cigar, Bourbon and Beer Festival will be held on Saturday, August 18th from 4pm to 9pm at the Fredericksburg Fairgrounds (2400 Airport Ave, Fredericksburg VA 22401).  Gates open at 4pm!
Hogshead Cigar Lounge will be present and showcasing a variety of cigars from their lounge. Esteban Carreras, Perdomo, Fratello, Romeo Y Julieta, Montecristo, Drew Estate, Miami Cigars will all be available as well. There will be Bourbons from all across the country as well as some local from Virginia!
And we cannot forget about the craft beer, wine and cider. There will be 20 craft beers from the local Fredericksburg Breweries as well as regional breweries sampling some of their Award Winning Beers! 
There will be live music as well as plenty of FOOD vendors available for dinner.
Ready to go? Buy your tickets here. And please don’t forget to: Drink responsibly!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods Va or Waterfront property in Virginia or homes for rent we are your professionals for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove and Central Virginia, we are your proven Real Estate professionals. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, that’s the #1 question asked by home sellers. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. The Question is how much is it worth? 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 contact Pat Licata.
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Old Dominion Jeep Fest at Wilderness Run Vineyards

Old Dominion Jeep Fest at Wilderness Run Vineyards

August 11 and August 12 join Big Snatch Off Road for the Old Dominion Jeep Fest. They are partnering with 1781 Brewing Co. and Wilderness Run Vineyards to bring you ANOTHER great JEEP SHOW in Virginia! Last year was a success and they expect this year to be twice as good!
The fun begins at 10AM on August 11th through August 12 until 3pm.
They plan on highlighting new products and this Old Dominion Jeep Fest is open to all fans of the off-road and they will be featuring a “show and grime.” There will be Trail Riding, an obstacle course and even a mud pit for all the mud lovers.
There will be many vendors there that will be able to get you ready for the rocks and mud and even highlight some of the regions best trails.
Of course there will be beer and barbecue by some of the region’s best food artists available to devour while you enjoy the event!
1781 Brewing Co & Wilderness Run Vineyards are located at:  11109 Plank Rd, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA 22553
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your professionals for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia, we are your proven Real Estate professionals. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, that’s the #1 question asked by home sellers. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. The Question is how much is it worth? 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 contact Pat Licata.
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Kidz Cruzin Car Show & Festival of Fun in Locust Grove!

Details by Frank is hosting their first annual Kidz Cruzin Car Show. Come out and show your support for the Locust Grove Primary School PTA. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to the school.
There will be cars, trucks, motorcycles, kids activities, vendors, food trucks and so much more!
Would they love to take a pony ride? Or pet some animals at the Petting zoo? There will even be a mermaid meet and greet!
The best part?? Only the kids will be voting for the Best Car, Best Truck, Best Motorcycle and Best In Show! How fun! The kids are sure to have a blast – so bring them down to see all the cool cars and trucks that will be at the car  show!
Save the date for Saturday, April 21st from 11 am – 3 pm at the Locust Grove Primary School (31230 Constitution Hwy, Locust Grove VA 22508) The rain date is Saturday, April 28th.
Interested in being a vendor or registering your vehicle? Contact: Martha Brown at 540-841-7273 or martha.detailsbyfrank@gmail.com
Some of their sponsors include: J&J Landscaping & Services, DanceXpressions, and Illusions Wraps, just to name a few. For the complete list of sponsors please visit their Facebook event page!
Whether your looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your professionals for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia, we are your proven Real Estate professionals. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, that’s the #1 question asked by home sellers. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. The Question is how much is it worth? 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 contact Pat Licata.
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