Fredericksburg Kathmandu Sister City

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Fredericksburg Kathmandu Sister City Civic-led initiative fosters cultural understanding, service, environmental efforts, and exchanges between Fredericksburg region and Kathmandu Valley.

The Fredericksburg-Kathmandu Sister City initiative grew out of the tremendous outpouring of good will of Virginians and Nepalis who joined together with Rise Nepal and other partners after the tragic 2015 Nepal earthquakes. A civic-led initiative, it includes current and future exchanges fostering cross cultural understanding and positive outcomes in community service and the environment, academic exchanges between the University of Mary Washington and Tribhuvan University in Nepal, arts and culture, business and tourism. The scope includes the broader Kathmandu Valley and Fredericksburg-Rappahannock region, and other Virginia-Nepal Exchange supporters.

10/09/2026

नेपालमा आएको बिनासकारी बाढी बाट प्रभाभित हरूको सम्झनामा गरियेको दीप प्रज्वलन (Candlelight Vigil)

10/09/2026

Candlelight Vigil to remember the victims of a devastating flood in Bhotekoshi River. Our thoughts and prayers for people of Nepal.

10/06/2026

Here is the short version of VA250 Lecture and Candlelight Vigil

Please join to Sister City Potluck on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
10/03/2026

Please join to Sister City Potluck on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

We are so thankful for your thoughts and prayers for the flood victims in Nepal. This scroll is headed to Kathmandu Metr...
09/25/2026

We are so thankful for your thoughts and prayers for the flood victims in Nepal. This scroll is headed to Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) so the victim's families can read it.

Dear Community Members,Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Central Rappahannock Regional Library on Thursday, Sep...
09/23/2026

Dear Community Members,

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Central Rappahannock Regional Library on Thursday, September 17, for the VA250 Lecture Series and candlelight vigil.

The lecture, *From Monarchy to Republic: Nepal’s 250-Year Journey and Its Deepening Partnership with the United States*, presented by Dr. Lekh Adhikari, offered an opportunity to share Nepal’s history and reflect on the connections between Nepal and the United States. We also heard an update on the flood relief efforts in Nepal coordinated by Engage Nepal. Later that evening, we gathered by candlelight to remember those who lost their lives in the devastating floods and to stand in solidarity with the families and communities affected.

We are grateful to Mayor Kerry Devine, former Mayor Mary Katherine Greenlaw, Clerk of the City Council Brenda Martin, and Sister Cities International Vice Chair Fred Blanton for their presence and support. We also thank Rev. Joe Hansley, Bishop Joseph Henderson, and Venerable Monks Ajahn and Bhante for bringing moments of reflection and comfort to the vigil.

Our thanks go to Oddbox and Petite Taway for their audiovisual support; the library for providing the venue and logistical assistance; Ambassador Scott DeLisi for sharing an update on relief efforts; and Kathryn Willis for coordinating the lecture series and helping bring the lecture and vigil together.

Finally, we extend our sincere appreciation to the sister cities leadership, the board and members of Fredericksburg–Nepal Exchange, and everyone who attended, volunteered, or supported these events. Your contributions made both gatherings possible and meaningful.

Thank you for strengthening the friendship between Fredericksburg and Kathmandu and for showing compassion for those affected by the floods in Nepal.

Warm regards,

Fredericksburg–Kathmandu Sister City

08/30/2026

Dear Members and Friends of the Kathmandu–Fredericksburg Sister City,

We are deeply saddened by the devastating flooding currently affecting communities in Nepal. The widespread flooding has caused significant loss, displacement, and hardship for many families, with some communities facing an urgent need for shelter, food, medical assistance, and other essential supplies.

At this difficult time, the Kathmandu–Fredericksburg Sister City stands in solidarity with all those affected. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost loved ones, their homes, and their livelihoods, as well as with all the individuals and communities working tirelessly to provide relief and assistance.

As a Sister City community, we encourage our members and friends to come together and support those in need. No contribution is too small. Every act of kindness—whether through a donation, sharing information, or helping in any way possible—can make a meaningful difference to families facing this crisis.

For those who would like to contribute to the relief efforts, support can be provided through the following website:

https://www.engagenepal.org/

Thank you for standing with Nepal during this challenging time. Together, as a community, we can offer hope and help to those who need it most.

With deepest sympathy and solidarity,

Kathmandu–Fredericksburg Sister City

On behalf of Fredericksburg–Kathmandu Sister City, we extend our heartfelt thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy to ev...
08/28/2026

On behalf of Fredericksburg–Kathmandu Sister City, we extend our heartfelt thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy to everyone affected by the recent devastating floods in Nepal.

Our hearts are with the families who have lost loved ones, those who have been displaced from their homes, and the many communities facing hardship and uncertainty during this difficult time. We are deeply grateful to the first responders, volunteers, local organizations, and all those working tirelessly to provide rescue, relief, and support.

Nepal has always shown remarkable strength and resilience in the face of adversity. As a community connected by friendship and shared bonds between Fredericksburg and Kathmandu, we stand together with the people of Nepal during this challenging period.

We also encourage our community members who are able to contribute to flood relief efforts to consider making a donation through official, verified, and reputable relief organizations or government-designated channels. Please use caution and verify the authenticity of any fundraising campaign before donating, so that your generosity reaches those who need it most. Here is a direct way of helping:

https://pmdrf.nchl.com.np/

Every contribution, no matter the size, can help provide essential food, clean water, shelter, medical assistance, and other critical support to affected families.

Our thoughts are with Nepal. May everyone affected find safety, strength, and hope in the days ahead. Together, through compassion and solidarity, we can help our brothers and sisters in Nepal recover and rebuild.

With heartfelt solidarity,
Fredericksburg–Kathmandu Sister City

A Cultural Quilt Series LectureThe Princes Town, Ghana Sister City Association of Fredericksburg resents "The Sister Cit...
06/11/2026

A Cultural Quilt Series Lecture

The Princes Town, Ghana Sister City Association of Fredericksburg resents "The Sister City Relationship Between Fredericksburg and Princes Town, Ghana" by Oral Ofori on Thursday, June 18, 2026, 6:30 p.m. at Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 1201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA

"Italians in 18th Century Virginia" by Scott Walker on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:30 PM
04/12/2026

"Italians in 18th Century Virginia" by Scott Walker on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:30 PM

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