The 23rd annual Lake Anna Fireworks show will be held on Saturday, July 4th at 9:15pm from Dike 2.  The shoot is primarily visible by water from both sides of the lake.  The show is fully funded by donations from Lake Anna friends and family and coordinated by the Lake Anna Civic Association (LACA).  In case of inclement weather, a decision about the shoot will be made by noon July 4th. 

The fireworks shoot is completely funded from donations made specifically to pay for the show with solicitation letters sent out during the first half of May.  No other LACA funds are used to support it.  Generous responses from property owners around the lake make the annual event possible.  You can make a donation to the show online here and select "Fireworks".

Planning for the show begins a year in advance and a safety meeting is held to coordinate local fire departments, law enforcement and other first responders.  The committee organizes workers to set up and clean up after the shoot.

The show is typically held on the Saturday closest to July 4th at 9:15 P.M.  It is shot from Dike 2, making it visible to residents and visitors from both the public and private sides of the lake.  However, no general parking is available.  It is a boating event or visible from shoreline properties nearby.

A decision on whether to proceed with the shoot in case of pending inclement weather is made by noon on the day of the shoot.  Notification is made through LACA e-grams and posts on the Facebook page and website.  A rain date is typically the following Saturday.

​Join the Louisa County Historical Society for a Downtown Louisa Walking Tour. The guided tours will last 1 to 1.5 hours and will meet in front of Floozie’s on Main Street at 10:30 am. The tour will be offered on:

- Wednesday, October 2nd
- Wednesday, October 9th
- Wednesday, October 16th
- Wednesday, October 30th

The tour will include information on the historical significance of the Courthouse, churches, businesses, and residences near Main Street. Suggested donation $5-15 per person, please bring exact cash or check. Registration is required. Please call 540-967-5975 to register. If a minimum of 4 people do not register for the tour, it will be canceled. Maximum group size is 15 people.

For more information: www.louisahistory.org.

A local contractor for Lakehouse Builders happened upon a newborn fawn that was stuck in a ditch.  Its mother was spotted across the road, but the fawn was panicked and couldn't move.  Michael Cummings leapt into action, rescued the fawn out of the steep gully and placed it across the road, where the mother was pacing frantically in the distance.  Mike stuck around to make sure the mother would reunite with the fawn.  Eventually, the mother came to nudge the little one up on its feet.  A happy ending today, thanks to someone who was excited to help.  

The Department of Game and Inland Fisheries is offering three full days of free fishing, June 7–9. Anyone can fish free in public waters around the state without having to buy a fishing license. Just remember, all fishing regulations still apply.

Visit their website for the full list of events and details: https://www.dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/free-fishing-days/

Lake Anna's largest fireworks display will take place on Saturday, July 6th at 9:15pm at Dike 2.  This is the 22nd annual display, which is organized by the Lake Anna Civic Association.  If there is inclement weather, the rain date will fall on Saturday, July 13th.  For up-to-the-minute details, LACA has set up a line with a message regarding the decision to cancel or proceed with the show at 540-693-0103.

Produced by Zambelli Fireworks, the show is a local favorite, drawing viewers from all over! It's splendidly choreographed, and well worth the trip. The show is funded by citizens and guests of the lake.  If you would like to make a donation, please send a check to:

LACA Fireworks
P.O.Box 217
Mineral, VA 23117

or click on this link for a Donation Form.  You can also donate online via Paypal at the LACA website.

The public display is free and located at Dike Two.  Unfortunately, there is  no parking available near the site.  The best vantage point is to see the show from a boat on the lake.

Lake Anna can be a fisherman's dream, but if you're not set up with your own boat or watercraft, a popular question is "Where can I fish Lake Anna?"  One solution for this query is the public fishing area at Dike 3.  Fishing license required, as always, and use caution as the water can be a bit rough in this area!  There is a large parking lot for your convenience.  The map below shows the general location of the spot.

Information on Virginia Fishing License requirements from the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries - apply for your license online now!

Find the best resources in home improvement, landscaping, and design services at the 14th Annual Fredericksburg Spring Home Show, March 22-23-24.
 
Discover new ideas, walk through Landscape displays, take in seminars
 
The goal of the Fredericksburg Spring Home Show set for March 22-23-24 at the Fredericksburg Expo Center,  is to inspire, motivate and excite home owners to take on upcoming home improvement projects - whether it's something on the honey do list, a minor renovation or a major remodel.
 
The 14th Annual Fredericksburg Spring Home Show will feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. Meet with and compare ideas with experts who will help inspire, motivate and kick start your exciting plans and enhance the thrilling possibilities that come with your project!  
 
There will be so much to see and do including taking in the beautiful landscaped outdoor displays to walk through, the latest trends in home and gardening, a full fun outside bar area inside the Fredericksburg Expo Center along with Man Sheds and She Sheds, interior designers all under one roof.  
 
The Fredericksburg Spring Home Show and Stafford Nursery is sponsoring a $5000 Landscape Makeover.   Do you wish you could take your outdoor space from plain to the envy of the neighborhood? You can—all you have to do to go to the Home Show Facebook page to enter! One Lucky Winner will be picked.
 
Be inspired at the Fredericksburg Spring Home Show, March 22-23-24.  Tickets are good all three days and kids 12 and under are free.  Friday, March 22 is $5 Senior Day.  For more info, the seminar schedule or to get tickets visit www.fredericksburghomeshow.com
 
So much to see and DO.
 
This is a Ballantine Management Group Production

March 22-23-24, 2019
 
Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center
2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Phone Number:  540-548-5555
www.FredericksburgExpoCenter.com
 
Friday, March 22:  1pm - 7pm
Saturday, March 23:  10am - 7pm
Sunday, March 24:  11am - 4pm
 
Admission:
At Door: $10 ,Online: $9*, 
Senior (60+): $9, Online $8*
Senior Tickets are $5 on Friday ONLY. (available at the Door only)
Tickets Good all Weekend
Kids 12 and Under Free
*processing fees apply
 
Show website:  www.fredericksburgspringhomeshow.com
 
https://www.facebook.com/FredericksburgHomeShows
 
Highlights
 
Landscape Displays
She Sheds
interior Designers
Tractors
Ponds
Taste of Virginia Food Area
Pools
Spas
Outdoor Lighting
Quality Home Related Vendors Under one Roof
Coupons available

​​Lake Anna, Virginia has some of the best sunsets on Earth - evidenced by these photos from our visitors and residents.  Do you have a favorite sunset photo to share? Please email them to [email protected]! ​You may see them here in our next update or in the next issue of the Lake Anna Breeze newspaper!

Visit other pages in our Lake Anna Sunset Gallery!
Lake Anna Sunset Gallery (part 3)
Lake Anna Sunset Gallery (part 2)
Lake Anna Sunset Gallery (part 1)