🌱 Fredericksburg Primary Voting Today + School Dressing Days Is Back

Hello, Fredericksburg. I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Clouds and sun; not as warm. High: 79 Low: 65.
• Wednesday: Mainly cloudy, showers around. High: 75 Low: 65.

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Here are the top three stories in Fredericksburg today:

1. Today, Jun. 20, the polls are open for Fredericksburg voters to cast their votes for the local 2023 Democratic and Republican Party primaries. Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with three names on the ballot, one Democratic primary and two Republican Democratic primaries, for Fredericksburg residents. Check your voter registration status here and find your Fredericksburg voting location here. (Fredericksburg Patch)
2. School Dressing Days will return in July at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Fredericksburg. The charity organization provides clothing and school supplies for school-age children by turning the church into a "mini-department store." Those wishing to participate must register online or in person from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Jul. 12 at The Church of Latter Day Saints, 1710 Bragg Road, or at the same time at the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 308 Hanover Street, in Fredericksburg. (Potomac Local News)
3. Fredericksburg celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday, Jun. 17, at the Virginia Credit Union Stadium. The event included live music, business showcases, dancing, jazz, historic reenactment, a bike and car show, Mr. & Miss Juneteenth scholarship award, fireworks, and more. See pictures of the event at the link. (Subscription: The Free Lance-Star)

Today and tomorrow in Fredericksburg:

Tuesday, June 20

• Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale - 1/2 Priced Day At Howell Branch (All Day)
• Picnic in the Park- Shark Day At Memorial (Kenmore) Park (11:30 AM)

Wednesday, June 21

• Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale - $1/bag At Howell Branch (All Day)
• Trivia Game Night At TGI Fridays Fredericksburg (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for something fun to do in Fredericksburg? Check out the Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events page on Facebook to see upcoming events in your area! Including Great American Backyard Campout at Doris E. Buffett Pool on Jul. 23, Picnic in the Park- Beach Day at Riverfront Park on Jun. 27, H2O Glow Night at Doris E. Buffett Pool on Jul. 27 and more. (Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events via Facebook)
• The Fredericksburg Nationals lost eight to two against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans in the last game of the six-game set. The FredNats will play against the Columbia Fireflies next week, continuing their road trip. (Fredericksburg Today)
• Whether you are actively looking for a new home or just curious about prices nearby, it is always good to stay up-to-date on the local real estate market. Check out the latest homes for sale in the Fredericksburg area at the link, including a three-bedroom on Teton Drive for $315,000. (Fredericksburg Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox soon with another update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.