September 4, 2025
So much NEW in Culpeper!
We’ve got a full month of ribbon cuttings ahead, celebrating exciting new beginnings:
Sept 5 – Parkside Apartments – 10:00 am
Sept 10 – Main Street Home Loans NMLS # 2893 – 4:00 pm
Sept 19 – @duckinggravity – 4:00 pm
Sept 23 – Lakeside Title & Escrow – 1:00 pm
Join us in congratulating these members as they open their doors and grow in our community!
Full details here:
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September 5, 2025
We’re excited to celebrate the ribbon cutting of Parkside Apartments, a brand-new affordable housing community in Culpeper! Developed by Culpeper Housing & Shelter Services (CHASS), Parkside Apartments
provides modern, below-market rental homes for eligible families in need. This community features 37 new units, along with a community center and office space, thereby expanding access to safe and affordable housing right here in Culpeper.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in supporting this important milestone for our community!
Couldn’t make it to the event? Watch the full ribbon cutting video here:
September 8, 2025
Last Friday, Amy had the chance to attend Encompass Community Supports’ Stand Up for Mental Health Comedy Show – and it was such a treat!
The comedians (some you might even recognize from right here in our community!) had us laughing all night, but beyond the laughs was such a powerful message about destigmatizing mental health.
Events like this remind us how important it is to talk about mental health, support one another, and break down the barriers that keep people from seeking help.
Thank you, Encompass, for creating a space where we could laugh, connect, and have meaningful conversations.
September 11, 2025
Yesterday, we joined Culpeper Renaissance Inc. to welcome Main Street Home Loans NMLS # 2893 to their new location at 210 N. Main Street. Led by Beth Kearns, this experienced team is dedicated to making the home financing process clear, personal, and stress-free, whether you’re purchasing your first home, refinancing, or planning improvements.
We are grateful to everyone who came out to show their support. Congratulations to Main Street Home Loans on their ribbon cutting and new chapter in Culpeper!
September 11, 2025
Sarah attended Court’s Kitchen Fall Tasting last night and had an incredible evening sampling delicious fall recipes, enjoying wine from DuCard Vineyards, and connecting with fellow Chamber members and friends.
Guests enjoyed a preview of the 2026 lineup, featuring the new Cake Box desserts, live music, Azalea Field Flowers cart, a photo booth, and exciting raffles throughout the evening at the beautiful Barn at Autumn Valley.
This year’s tasting wasn’t just about amazing food and gathering together; it was also about giving back. Guests brought cans of soup for the Full Belly Project, to help stock local pantries and feed families in Culpeper, Orange, and Madison.
A huge thank-you to Court for hosting such a fun and meaningful event; no one went home hungry!
September 15, 2025
From the Culpeper Young Professionals: Thank You!
We’re still glowing from Saturday’s Annual Charity Crab Feast — and we owe it all to YOU!
To everyone who volunteered, sponsored, and attended – thank you for making this our most successful Crab Feast EVER! With record-breaking attendance and 50/50 sales, this event wouldn’t have been possible without your generosity and community spirit.
We’re proud to support the Culpeper County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association, Inc., and we’ll be sharing soon just how much was raised to donate to their vital work. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this year’s feast unforgettable
September 18, 2025
The Culpeper Chamber’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council hosted a Multicultural Potluck for members and their families – and it was a true celebration of flavors, friendship, and fun!
From homemade favorites to new dishes from around the world, the food was absolutely amazing. More importantly, it was an evening filled with connection and laughter. A huge thank-you to everyone who joined us and brought a dish to share.
September 19, 2025
The Culpeper Chamber of Commerce was honored to attend the Aging Together 5 Over 50 Celebration last night. This outstanding annual event recognizes five remarkable individuals, one from each county Aging Together serves, who have made significant contributions to their communities.
For 13 years, Aging Together has celebrated the positive impact of older adults through the 5 Over 50 Celebration, and this year’s honorees were truly inspiring.
Culpeper’s honoree was Sharon Clark, Owner of Pepperberriesva and Founder of Pamper Me Pink Culpeper. Sharon is a dynamic and passionate business leader whose commitment to service enriches our community in countless ways. Through Pamper Me Pink, she educates the community on breast health and helps provide free mammograms to those in need. This recognition is well deserved, and we are proud to see her honored for her dedication and leadership. We extend our congratulations to Sharon and to all of this year’s honorees across the region.
Looking ahead to 2026: Aging Together will transition the program to “5 Over 65” as they continue their mission of recognizing the extraordinary contributions of older adults.
September 20, 2025
Art Unleashed at Jewell Tone Music & Art brought the community adoptable dogs, opportunities to meet the artists featured in the art gallery, donuts, coffee and cider!
September 22, 2025
Celebrating Ducking Gravity’s Ribbon Cutting!
On Friday, September 19, 2025, we gathered to celebrate the grand opening of DuckingGravity, Culpeper’s newest aerial arts studio! Located at 15532E Montanus Dr, this inclusive space offers aerial classes for all ages, bodies, and abilities, helping participants build confidence, have fun, and defy gravity in the process.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in welcoming this exciting addition to our community. We look forward to seeing Ducking Gravity soar to new heights!
September 24, 2025
We had a fantastic time at the ribbon cutting for Lakeside Title & Escrow!
Welcome to Culpeper. We’re so glad to have you! Lakeside Title brings trusted title and real estate settlement services to our community with flexible scheduling and a client first approach. A big thank-you to the local businesses and supporters who donated some amazing door prizes that made the celebration even more special.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this new addition. Here’s to smooth closings and strong partnerships ahead!
September 23, 2025
Last evening at Germanna’s Daniel Technology Center, the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce hosted Candidate Forums for the upcoming elections.
The following candidates participated:
House District 61: Jacob Bennington and Michael Webert
House District 62: Karen Hamilton and Sara Ratcliffe
Culpeper County Board of Supervisors
• Cedar Mountain District: Mandy Jenkins Brown and Dave Durr
• Jefferson District: Keith Farrish and Brad Rosenberger
• Stevensburg District: Susan Gugino and Dewayne Payne Jr.
Candidate forums provide an important opportunity for voters to hear directly from individuals seeking public office. These events allow community members to learn about each candidate’s priorities, evaluate their positions on key issues, and make informed decisions at the polls on November 4th.
The Culpeper Chamber of Commerce appreciates the participation of all candidates and attendees who contributed to an informative and respectful exchange of ideas. If you were unable to attend in person, you can still watch the forums on Culpeper Media Network or on Culpeper Media Network’s Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FUhTJuQJr/
September 24, 2025
A huge thank you to Broadview Pest Management for keeping our office safe and wasp-free! During
their routine maintenance visit, Lucas spotted a wasp nest on our porch steps and expertly removed it. We appreciate your quick response and professionalism—our porch is safe again!
September 25, 2025
Last night, the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce hosted a Candidate Forum at Germanna’s Daniel
Technology Center, providing an important opportunity for voters to hear directly from individuals seeking local office.
The forum highlighted the following candidates:
School Board Candidates:
Toni Sheads, Jefferson District
Betsy Howard Smith, Cedar Mountain District (unable to attend)
Elizabeth Hutchins, Stevensburg District (unable to attend)
Town Council Candidates:
Brent Amos
Brian Brumfield-Horner
Janie Schmidt
Max Sternberg
Joe Short
Billy Yowell
Whitney Grespin (unable to attend)
Mayoral Candidates:
Frank Reaves Jr.
Jon Russell
Candidate forums offer the community a chance to learn about each candidate’s priorities, evaluate their positions on key issues, and make informed decisions when casting their ballots.
Thank you to all the candidates and community members who participated in this important civic engagement event!
And a special thank you to our Moderator, Neil Mairs, Professor at Germanna Community College, Ian Chini at I&L’s DJing & Event Production and Jon Krawchuk and Nick Morris at Culpeper Media Network for helping us make it all happen!
If you missed the program in person, you can watch the broadcast here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18kHKY5Jnu/
September 25, 2025
It’s truly an honor to serve on the Career Partners Board! This organization is doing incredible work in our schools and for our youth—connecting students with real-world experiences, career exploration, and opportunities that shape their future success.
I’m so proud to be part of a team that believes in empowering the next generation and investing in our community’s workforce. Together, we’re building brighter futures for Culpeper’s students!Career Partners: At our annual Career Partners board meeting this month, members
rolled up their sleeves for a LEGO Serious Play exercise designed to spark creativity and collaboration. Using LEGO bricks, our board identified organizational strengths, explored areas for improvement, and brainstormed exciting opportunities for growth and expansion.
A big thank you to Andrew De Nicola, Assistant Director and Adult Services Librarian & Outreach Coordinator for Culpeper County, for leading this engaging exercise and guiding us through such a fun, thoughtful process!
This hands-on activity encouraged fresh ideas and meaningful conversations—just like the innovative programs we deliver to Culpeper County students every year.
September 29, 2025
We were honored to celebrate the ribbon cutting for Stanley Excavating at the beautiful Old Trade Brewery. Owner Zachary Stanley built his business with a deep sense of purpose, dedicating everything he does to the memory of his brother-in-law, Sgt. Cameron Thomas, 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, who was killed in action on April 27, 2017, in Afghanistan.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in welcoming Stanley Excavating to the Culpeper business community and for helping us honor this powerful legacy.
