ÂFredericksburg, VA. . . Calling all Pet Lovers (and Pets). Mark your calendars for The 7th annual Fredericksburg Pet Show Saturday, September 22 and Sunday, September 23 at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center.ÂThe Pet Show provides fun for the entire family. Vendors include some of the area’s top veterinarians, kennels, animal hospitals, groomers, trainers and more! Save on pet supplies, learn new training tips and find a plethoraof service providers. Shelters and rescue agencies will have a variety of lovable animals looking for their forever home.ÂFor the first time in its history, The Fredericksburg Pet Show is proud to announce The Dog Lure Course. This interactive dog attraction is an agility and speed track where participating dogs can chase a mechanical squirrelthrough an obstacle course. This is designed to be both fun and a test of agility.ÂPlenty of attractions are available for attendees including the petting zoo with dozens of animals, reading with the Blue Gray Therapy Dogs, Pup N Iron agility and training demos, and the Spotsylvania Sheriffs reptile exhibit.There will be something for pets, adults and kids of all ages!ÂDon’t leave your pet at home – well behaved, leashed pets are welcome to join the fun for an exciting weekend at the Fredericksburg Expo Center! Visit www.FredericksburgPetShow.com for advanced tickets and the most up to date vendor list and demo schedules. Anyone that brings a can of pet food will receive $1 off a ticket at the door with the food going local animal charities.ÂThis is a Ballantine Management Group Production.Â
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POTOMAC, MD – A local credit union is receiving national recognition for offering some of the highest certificate rates in the country. Lafayette Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Rockville and serving the greater Washington, D.C. region, has been named by financial outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger, Investopedia, DepositAccounts, and GoBankingRates for its top-ranked share certificate products.
According to these sources, Lafayette Federal currently holds the #1 national ranking for its 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-year certificate terms. The institution is offering fixed annual percentage yields (APYs) up to 4.28%, with a minimum deposit requirement of $500.
Share certificates, also known as certificates of deposit (CDs) at traditional banks, have grown in popularity as a low-risk savings option during a period of economic uncertainty. With interest rates rising and market volatility continuing, many savers are seeking fixed returns on their funds without taking on additional risk.
The Montgomery County Women’s Chorus will present a concert to benefit the Betty Ann Krahnke shelter for survivors of domestic violence. 100% of ticket sales (less any online processing fees) will go to the shelter.
The concert will take place at 3:30 pm on Sunday, May 18th at Darnestown Presbyterian Church, located at 15120 Turkey Foot Rd in Gaithersburg. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased at https://www.mocosings.org/events-1/nocturnes-and-lullabies-benefit-concert.
The program, Nocturnes and Lullabies, spans numerous centuries and genres, and includes beloved favorites from Johannes Brahms, Leonard Bernstein, and Billy Joel, among many others. We’ll be joined by three of the DMV’s premiere professional instrumentalists – Cara Dailey, flute, Matthew Maffett, viola, and Rachel Flicker, piano.
Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something
Van Metre 5K Run
Participate in the 33rd Annual Van Metre 5K Run—a race that goes further than 3.1 miles, where every stride you take supports Children’s National Hospital. The Van Metre 5K Run donates 100% of proceeds to Children’s National Hospital and has