Genuinely curious! Because I noticed the nova subreddit has a monthly introductions thread and people hosting events but this subreddit seemed more utilitarian as opposed to social.

Just in case, I’ll start the trend:

About myself - early 30’s married guy, into going out to eat, biking, rollerblading, or just walking. Down to lift weights I suppose too. Discussing and composing rock music, video games, history, state of the world, etc. Been in the area for a bit but hardly know anyone. Used to live up more north in Nova.

Well, post your own too if you like!

hibiscus in fredericksburg?

Just a few minutes ago.

I am a diver and I am looking to get my wife certified this winter so that we can do our scuba vacation. I googled and these two places turned up.

https://www.depthsunlimited.com/

https://justmadaboutdiving.com/

https://scubashackva.com/

Anyone has any experience with these? Are there any other options too?

Looking for a book club, or gaming club of people that are a little more like minded. I've been in book clubs before but I realize that they might not have the same interests I do. I love fantasy books, more open-mindedness and diversity. I really like gaming, reading, writing and coffee (or tea). But also cozying up and chatting with friends via discord. I'm just looking for a new group of people that I can connect with, and or game with!

I have kids, but am a single mom. I don't think others have to have kids to join, just hoping to connect with other adults! People that are local (if we are feeling it), but online is great too!

Now that we are settling in after the move to this most excellent city, I wondered what the closest apple orchards are around here? Wanted to give the kiddos a chance to try fresh squeezed apple juice and cider at the place it’s made for some teaching opportunities :) if that’s a thing in VA?

Looking to buy a real Christmas tree this year after a few years on the plastic Christmas tree train.

Wondering if there are places within a 30ish minute drive from downtown? Looking for 7ft tree ideally.

Edit: thank you everyone!!!

I have no insurance and need to get glasses so I can get my CDL learners permit. Does anyone know anywhere I can get an exam and glasses for cheap?

I feel a bit silly posting this but I think I lost a green reusable fabric shopping bag across the street from the Blue Cow Ice Cream downtown last night. I live an hour away so I can’t look for it myself but maybe someone on here happens to be downtown and sees it. It had nothing in it except a couple reusable produce bags, but I am surprised this morning by how bummed I feel about losing that bag. I had picked it up almost 15 years ago while shopping in a small town in Vermont. The text on the side is some variation of “shop locally”.

Good chilly morning in the burg! I'm looking for a chimney sweep who can give my chimney an inspection and clean it. I have a 20+ yr old home with a woodburning fireplace. Thanks in advance!

Is anyone else super bummed about this brewery closing? I know I am. When they opened I went in and loved the building. It was a mid week and got a tour of the place and saw such potential. Loved the live music nights but did feel like they weren’t taking the place to its full potential. Then they just shut shop and poof. Sad…

My 70-something mom is looking for some good live Christmas music in the area this December. Could be outside, could be in a church of any denomination, anywhere. She likes the traditional stuff- no Mariah, please. Any suggestions?

Hello everyone. If you have had a good experience with dental implants would you mind commenting where you went? If you’re able to provide estimated costs as well it would be appreciated, thanks!

My partner and I are new and in our late 20's, and I'm curious what y'all do at night around here. I'm a bookworm and she's the type to party. What's cool to do here?

Does anyone know if stores are planning on opening early tomorrow for small business Saturday? Not like 5am just earlier than 10:00?

My family and I have inflatable Christmas costumes like gingerbread men and snowmen. Is there any walking groups or orgs that need more people to walk in the Christmas parade Dec 7?!

Hello

Where can I let my German shepherd go be a German shepherd? The park downtown is small, my community is going to kick me out if I walk the dog off leash again, and I don’t know this area that well.

Any big fields that would allow a dog to just go run? She’s young so I want to get the training started now and I’d like access to a big field. Trying to train her to run with me, and some protection skills.

Willing to pay membership fees or if it’s a private lot we can talk about an agreement. TIA

Aside from Spirits (just saw that post) I’m wondering if there are any bars or other night life type places open this evening in town.

-And I’m not dissing spirits. I may go there but looking for other places too. Thanks!

I've been extensively researching all night. learning buildings that have "basement entrances" Saw another redditor saying there was one near the city docks. Ive also heard they were created by freemasons in the 17 or 1850s.
Being that these tunnels are so intriguing yet so hard to find information about, I WANT TO LEARN MORE!
All i can really find are 5+ year old blog posts plus one YouTube video and a little bit on past renovations. (When the entrances were visible because of sidewalk construction)
Media is very powerful, I have a bit of a blueprint from public library records I need to study, groups that may know a thing or 2. All the way to areas that could potentially be an entrance. Ive searched the web about as hard as a 19 years young man could.
I truly love the Burg & I am itching to learn more.
DOES ANYONE KNOW ANYTHINGGGGG??
🧱 THE LEGEND OF DOWNTOWN FREDERICKSBURG'S UNDERGROUND TUNNELS 🧱 – Hoodie Goodies

Thats a link with the most well-constructed, informal blog post I've found.

I want to be touched but I flinched when I get touched. I want to be with somebody in peace but I feel the need to break the silence. I don't want to be sober when I'm sober but I don't want to be intoxicated when I'm intoxicated. I want to focus on something that is important to me but I immediately lose focus when I actually commit to it. I've seen two therapists and both said the same thing, did I eat healthy, that I drink water, did I exercise. I don't know how to think, I make decisions and immediately regret them whether they are good or bad. I'm in a constant state of being at the tail end off my life spend, and I feel content with it even though I'm only 32. I've experienced enough and I accomplished what I set out to do from when I was younger so now I feel content if everything comes to an end and everybody around me are doing well. This post is not to say my life is about to end but to just spill my thoughts so I can move forward no matter how far or short I have to live still. Thank you if you read this and I hope you're having a wonderful day/night.

Hi, all! I’m visiting from out of town and noticed a patriot front sticker on the sign at the train station. I took it down, but thought I’d let y’all know to be on the lookout for other patriot front stickers around town.

Anyone else noticing an unusual amount of smoke/ haziness tonight? Reminds me of when the forest fires from Canada were drifting down last year.

Does anyone know where in Fredericksburg or Stafford that someone can go to serve Thanksgiving meals to those that have fallen on hard times?

I’ve gotten lucky on this message board before. Can anyone suggest a company in the area that works drainfields. Mine is having an issue and may need to be serviced/ replaced.

I live downtown (Fredericksburg). I keep hearing drag racing out my window, but I can’t tell where it’s coming from. Does anyone know where most of the drag racing around here goes on?

I am seeking to have some jewelry appraised and was looking for recommendations from people who have had it done in the area.