September 5, 2024
2nd Annual Touch a Trolley Art Exhibit and Awards Ceremony celebrating our talented young artists!
Amy and the Culpeper Public Transporation Board had a fantastic time with Virginia Regional Transit, Kid Central, Fat Daddy’s Ice Cream Truck, the Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office – Timothy W. Chilton, and the Culpeper Police Department exploring the trolleys and learning about the public transportation options in Culpeper at this year’s Touch a Trolley event back in June.
Last Thursday, the celebration continued as we honored the creativity of local kids who shared their amazing artwork with us!
Keep your eyes peeled as you may just see our two winning art pieces on the sides of the Culpeper Trolley over the next few months!
We’re thrilled to see this event grow each year and can’t wait for the next one!
September 11, 2024
Relive the Fun from Last Year’s Awards!
As we prepare for the 110th Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet on November 7th, why not take a look back at last year’s nominees?
Check out our 2023 Nominee Video to see the amazing people and businesses who were in the spotlight.
Feel inspired? Nominations for this year are open, and anyone can nominate or be nominated—Chamber member or not! CulpeperChamber.com/Awards
Watch Here: Virginia Jones: The 109th Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet Award Nominee Introduction Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4bI_C_343w&list=PLsApcDsQS1wEGai5b2K-Bj3_MPUcsMRRJ
September 17, 2024
Culpeper Young Professionals: A Heartfelt Thank You to Everyone Who Made the 15th Annual Young Professionals Charity Crab Feast a Huge Success!
We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support from all who attended, volunteered, and contributed to this amazing event! The night was filled with delicious food, great company, and plenty of community spirit — all for a wonderful cause.
A special thanks to our incredible sponsors:
Cintas Corporation
Culpeper Media Network
UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center
YHB
Kid Central
Culpeper Star-Exponent news
Partners 1st Federal Credit Union
All Install
Hillcrest Memory Gardens
Oak View National Bank
Bingham & Taylor
Atlantic Union Bank
Cedar Mountain Stone
Stephen King Insurance Associates
We couldn’t have done it without Captain Corbins Seafood providing those AMAZING crabs and low country boil, and a huge shout-out to our wonderful hosts at Mountain Run Winery for the perfect venue!
Another big thank you to Merchants Grocery Company for supplying hamburgers, hot dogs, and various supplies, Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co of Central Va for keeping our guests hydrated, to GFL Environmental for donating the dumpster to keep things running smoothly, and to A.P. Project for entertaining our attendees and keeping us singing all night long.
And finally, a special shout-out to our incredible volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. Your hard work is what makes events like these so successful!
Thank you, everyone, for making this year’s Crab Feast one to remember! We can’t wait to see you all again next year!
September 17, 2024
Culpeper Young Professionals: A Big Thank You to Our Talented Committee Member, Tyler Martin of Strong Arm Media !
Tyler did an incredible job capturing the energy and joy of the 15th Annual Charity Crab Feast with these amazing photos! We’re so grateful for his talent and dedication in helping us preserve the memories of this special event.
We’re also thrilled to announce that, thanks to all of you, we raised over $4,500 for Aging Together through this event! Your generosity and support will make a real difference in our community.
Once again, THANK YOU to everyone who made this possible!
September 18, 2024
We had a fantastic time attending Oak View National Bank’s ribbon cutting last week to celebrate their newest location at 644 Zachary Taylor Hwy in Flint Hill, VA! Oak View Bank is doing great things for our community, and we’re excited to see their continued growth. It was a fun event where we met some amazing people, connected with several of our Chamber members, caught up with Alec from our neighboring Fauquier Chamber of Commerce, met Laura from Businesses of Rappahannock, and enjoyed some delicious food from Jeffrey at Culpeper Cheese Company. What a great way to celebrate and support local businesses!
September 19, 2024
The Culpeper Chamber staff had a great time attending the Farm Credit of the Virginias Customer Appreciation event last night! It was so nice to enjoy a delicious meal and connect with others in our amazing community.
We are incredibly thankful for the valuable services Farm Credit provides right here in Culpeper, and we’re proud to have Loan Officer Ron Warner on our Chamber board of directors.
If you’re in need of farm, land, or home loans, be sure to reach out to Becky, Ron, or Hunter at the Culpeper office—they have the knowledge and expertise to guide you through every step of the process and find the best solutions for your needs!
September 20, 2024
We had an amazing time at last night’s After Hours Social with Hospice of the Piedmont at the beautiful Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery!
Along with networking and great company, we learned about the incredible services Hospice of the Piedmont provides, including their Kids Grief and Healing program, and educational initiatives like their upcoming Wine and Wishes event on October 8th, 5:30-7 PM at Mountain Run Winery. This event will feature a panel discussion with experts in funeral arrangements, hospice navigation, end-of-life planning, and estate planning. RSVP at HOPVA.org/attend.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, and a special thanks to Hospice of the Piedmont for hosting such a meaningful and memorable evening. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the next one!
September 20, 2024
Culpeper Police Department: Today the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce’s Lead Culpeper stopped by Culpeper PD during their Public Safety Day tour. The group got an in-depth behind-the-scenes
tour of our agency, along with side-by-side presentations from Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office – Timothy W. Chilton. The group was also participated in demos from the Culpeper PD Drone Team,
CPD and CSO K-9 teams, and a presentation about our joint S.W.A.T. team. We always appreciate the opportunity to share our profession and answer questions!
The Lead Culpeper program was developed by the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce to introduce participants to the intricacies of our community and region. Each class is given access to leaders in
business, government and education in order to gain a unique perspective on our community.
September 20, 2024
Today, Sarah had the incredible opportunity to preview some of the highlights of Fauquier Health’s Community Day! She even got to interact with a very special guest, the DaVinci Surgical Robot
The community is invited to Fauquier Health this Saturday to see all the amazing things happening at the hospital. There will be interactive tours, demonstrations, and even cooking demos to show how heart-healthy meals can be delicious too!
September 21, 2024
Today Amy is volunteering for the Culpeper Harvest Days Farm Tour at Oak Shade Farm! Shiitake mushrooms, Christmas trees, woodworking, bees, bonfire, handmade products, and a beautiful Mountain View! We are thankful to Culpeper Economic Development for putting on this program for our community!
September 23, 2024
Lead Culpeper September Session: Public Safety Day Recap
Our September session was dedicated to learning about public safety and the vital services that keep our community safe! This year’s Lead Participants had the opportunity to hear insightful presentations from Culpeper County Public Safety Communications Center and the Culpeper County Emergency Services as well as tour the . We were then introduced to both the Culpeper Police Department and Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office – Timothy W. Chilton, with detailed tours showcasing: Patrol Divisions, Criminal Investigations, Crime Analyst/Evidence, Use of Drones, K9 Unit, and SWAT Team
We wrapped up the day with a tour of the courthouse and
education on the county jail and how it operates. A big thank you to all the departments and individuals who took the time to share their knowledge and expertise with us. Your dedication to keeping Culpeper safe is inspiring!
September 24, 2024
This past weekend, Sarah had a fantastic time volunteering for the Culpeper Harvest Days Farm Tour at Windmill Heights Garden Center, Inc.! She helped out at their beautiful location, where they had a wide selection of vibrant mums perfect for fall decorating.
Not only did they showcase all your landscaping essentials, from trees and shrubs to native flowers and indoor plants, but there was also a special butterfly garden demonstration and fun crafts for the kids!
We are thankful to Culpeper Economic Development for putting on this program for our community!
September 25, 2024
We need YOUR help to make our Silent Auction a huge success at this year’s 110th Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet!
We’re looking for amazing donations for our Silent Auction, and YOU can help! Whether it’s a unique experience, a special service, a one-of-a-kind item, or a themed gift basket, your contribution can make a big impact.
As a thank you, your name or business will be featured on our website, social media, and in the slideshow at our Awards Banquet! It’s a win-win—support the community and get some great exposure.
Ready to contribute? Let’s make this auction unforgettable!
September 26, 2024
We are excited to celebrate the successful ribbon cutting for the Mid-Day Lions Club Community Collaboration Pavilion at the Culpeper Senior Center! This event marked the culmination of a true community effort. The pavilion was built by Culpeper Technical Education Center students, with lumber provided by Joe Daniels, concrete from the Lions Club, and building supplies donated by Cherry Street Building Supply. Additionally, we learned that Culpeper County Parks & Recreation staff lent a hand by helping with the holes for the concrete footers. A big thank you to everyone involved in making this project possible—it’s a great example of what our community can achieve together!
September 26, 2024
Amy had a wonderful time attending the 2024 Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission Annual Meeting last night at Fauquier Springs Country Club! The evening was full of inspiration, highlighted by a fantastic keynote from Asa Eslocker, ASLA, on the power of storytelling for planning and engagement.
We were also thrilled to see our very own board member, Ellen Phipps, Executive Director of Aging Together, recognized with the Citizen Leadership Award! Ellen’s dedication to cross-organizational collaboration and her tireless advocacy for the region’s aging population truly make her a standout leader. Congratulations, Ellen!
We would also like to congratulate Bob Coiner, Mayor of the Town of Gordonsville, for receiving the Government Leadership Award—an incredible acknowledgment of his work as past Chair of the Regional Commission and past President of the Virginia Association of Planning District Commissions (VAPDC) and Virginia Municipal League (VML) and champion for regional collaboration!
And of course a big thank you to Patrick Mauney and the entire RRRC team for putting together this fantastic program. It was an evening filled with celebration, recognition, and the spirit of regional cooperation!
