Fredericksburg has long benefitted from the talent, ingenuity, and activism of African American women, from the enslaved women who performed domestic and agricultural labor on area plantations, to the free women who clandestinely taught local children to read, to the community organizers who led the sit-in movement in the mid-twentieth century, to contemporary leaders in local arts, education, music, business, and nonprofit organizations. There is a long legacy of Black women’s community work in this area, and the FAM is honored to be able to give back just a little to those who have given so much.

The intention of this monthly program is to provide space for Black women in our community to come together, relax, and care for one another. We aim to foster intergenerational conversations, networking, and communal comfort.

Light refreshments, craft supplies, and conversation starters will be provided. Attendees are welcome to bring board games, puzzles, books, art-making materials, and snacks, if desired. Dress comfortably and bring friends! Trusted allies are welcome, but this program prioritizes Black women’s needs and experiences.