Apr 23 Tuesday
In Clare Barron’s raucous pageant of ambition and ferocity, these young dancers in DANCE NATION have more than choreography on their minds, as every plié and jeté is a step toward finding themselves, and a fight to unleash their power. The play examines the challenges and triumphs of growing up, coming of age, and finding one’s soul in the heat of it all and interrogates what “womanhood” is, and embodies a powerful release of rage, joy, and liberation. Contains adult language, adult and sexual content. Contains adult language, adult and sexual content.
Apr 24 Wednesday
Ten Thousand Villages of Harrisonburg hosts a special Fair Trade Rug Event April 24-28, featuring over 300 hand-knotted rugs, from intricate florals to hand-spun wool natural dye tribals, from 2’x3’s to 10’x14’s.
Ten Thousand Villages partners with Bunyaad, a fair trade rug company that works with over 850 families throughout 100 villages in Pakistan. Working with artisans in their homes, increasing employment opportunities for women and paying a living wage, Bunyaad is making lifetime changes in so many families across Pakistan. "These rugs are much more than just amazing pieces of art for your floors. They represent lives changed through fair trade. Every Bunyaad rug artisan earns a living wage,” said Yousaf Chaman, Bunyaad Director “We know that with every rug we sell, we are empowering women, fueling artisan's creativity and preserving their cultural heritage.”
And by paying artisans a living wage, quality rugs are produced.
"It's quite simple. When artisans know they are paid for every knot they tie, they can take their time, pay attention to the fine details of these intricate rugs and use high-quality materials, all leading to producing a rug that will last for generations and generations," said Chaman.
"We know our community wants to make a positive mark in this world by purchasing their carpets where it makes a true difference for the families crafting them," said Kara Miller, Ten Thousand Villages store manager. "It's a win-win situation. Artisans in Pakistan earn a living wage and North American consumers get an excellent quality rug with an excellent mission behind it. Home decorating was never more beautiful!"
For more information about these rugs or the upcoming rug event, go to www.bunyaad.com.
The 28th Annual Physics Day Demonstration Show will be held at 6:00 pm on Wednesday evening, April 24, 2024, in room 101 of Nau Hall, 1540 Jefferson Park Ave, at the University of Virginia to celebrate National Physics Day. Doors open at 5:30 pm with some hands on demonstrations to play with. Admission is free.
This highly anticipated event is a superb physics demonstration show for the general public, especially K-12 students and families. Parking is available in the Central Grounds Garage on Emmett Street or, after 5:00 pm, near the football stadium.
The theme of the show this year is Physics Trivia Show. Physics professors, our lecture demonstrator and UVA physics students will present us with some physics puzzles which you can try to solve by predicting what will happen with some entertaining demonstrations.
This event will follow UVA's current COVID policies and guidance, which can be viewed here: https://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/SEC-045.
For more information about this free public event call, Beth Guyton at 924-3781 or email at eko5r@virginia.edu.
An hour of hair raising demonstrations designed to both educate and amaze!
What better way to celebrate the release of the 2024 Levitt AMP Harrisonburg Music Series lineup than with MORE free live music?!The Levitt AMP Harrisonburg Music Series is back for year two, Wednesdays from 6 - 8 PM from June 26 to September 11 at the Turner Pavilion Lawn in downtown Harrisonburg. Enjoy ten weeks of FREE live music from a variety of genres at this family-friendly series of events.You'll get the first look at this year's artist lineup at our official release concert on Wednesday, April 24 at 7 PM at Arts Incarnate featuring duo – Küf Knotz & Christine Elise (performers from the 2023 Levitt AMP Harrisonburg Music Series!).Grab a handout of this year’s line-up, and get ready for another amazing music series season! We will also be updating the live music line-up on April 24 at AMPHburg.com.
Apr 26 Friday
Spring (migration) has sprung! Join Blandy Director and birding enthusiast Dr. Dave Carr in search of early breeding warblers (e.g., Pine, Yellow, Palm, and Yellow-rumped) and other neotropical migrants.
What to expect: We will walk ~1.5 miles over lawn and gravel paths with gently rolling terrain.
Who can come: Adults and children aged 12 and up. No pets, please!
What to bring: Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable walking shoes that can withstand a bit of early morning dew on the grass. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from Blandy.
Where to meet: Meet at the flagpole at the front parking lot close to the “Arboretum Information” kiosk.
The Westminster Organ Concert Series continues its 43rd season on Friday, April 26, at 7:30 pm, with an organ recital by local organists Alex Johnson, Florence Jowers, Jonathan Schakel, and Jeremy Thompson. The program, entitled “Musica Ensalada,” is an eclectic mix of music from the 17th to the 20th centuries, including works by Bach, Buxtehude, Heredia, Mendelssohn, and Matter. The concert is free and open to the public and will be followed by a reception.
Please note that this concert replaces the recital with Sietze de Vries originally scheduled for April 21.
Westminster Presbyterian Church is located at 400 Rugby Road in Charlottesville. Ample parking is available behind the church, and the sanctuary is wheelchair-accessible.
The Westminster Organ Concert Series was begun in 1980 to share the newly installed all-mechanical baroque-style pipe organ with the community. The organ, built by Taylor & Boody Organbuilders of Staunton, Virginia, has 18 stops and over 1100 pipes.
Apr 27 Saturday
The Staunton Augusta Art Center opens the Staunton Emerging Artist Showcase, running April 5 – May 11, featuring the work of the next generation of Staunton artists.
STAUNTON, VA— The Staunton Augusta Art Center announces the opening of the Staunton Emerging Artist Showcase, running from April 5 – May 11 in the downtown galleries. This exciting and unique showcase features the multi-media artwork of over a dozen emerging artists, a next generation of local artists at various stages in their artistic careers who redefine the cultural landscape within their community. These artists reflect remarkable backgrounds and cross-cultural roots.
An opening night reception will be held in the galleries on Friday, April 5 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
This exhibition is proudly sponsored by the Staunton-Augusta-Waynesboro Habitat for Humanity ReStore whose staff and volunteers support the creative work of local artists and affordable housing.
Openings are FREE and ALL are welcome.
Location: Staunton Augusta Art Center, R. R. Smith Center for History & Art,
20 S. New Street, Staunton, VA 24401
Admission: FREE and open to the public, all are welcome.
Website: https://www.saartcenter.org
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Angus Carter and Carolyn Maloney
(director@saartcenter.org/info@saartcenter.org), 540-885-2028
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The Frazier Quarry 5K is not just another race; it's a community-driven initiative with proceeds benefiting a community nonprofit each year. This year, proceeds from the race will go to the Collins Center and Child Advocacy Center; their mission is to promote healing through compassionate and collaborative services to all affected by sexual harm.
May 03 Friday
Arts Council of the Valley invites you to join in the arts-focused fun on the First Friday of EVERY month! Throughout Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, 40 venues offer a variety of new art exhibitions, live performances, poetry, comedy, music, artmaking activities, food, and so much more. You can find a list of venues, online map, and pdf with links to First Fridays of the Valley events – all updated monthly – at valleyarts.org/first-fridays-venues! Thanks to Kathy Moran Wealth Group, Exclusive Sponsor for 2024 First Fridays of the Valley.
May 05 Sunday
9 to 5 The Musical is a musical based on the 1980 film of the same name, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. It features a book by Patricia Resnick based on the screenplay by Resnick and Colin Higgins.
9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL tells the story of three women pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss. Concocting a plan to kidnap and turn the tables on their despicable supervisor, will the ladies manage to reform their office – or will events unravel when the CEO pays an unexpected visit?
All tickets will have a fee of $6 added at purchase. ($3 for the Historic Preservation of the Wayne and $3 for Ticket Handling)
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Learn the basics of stand up! Registration is open now online and throughout April for X2 Comedy Classes at Explore Museum where the BIG kids can play too! Just a few slots left…
Classes begin May 1st and meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6pm-9pm with Showcase on June 1.
Learn the basics of stand up and joke writing in these interactive fun workshops! You'll develop a 5-minute set in this 4-week course and perform it in the student graduation showcase. Tune into your unique funny bone to find your authentic comedic voice. Learn skills to be funnier at social gatherings, storytelling, speaking engagements, writing and more. If you like comedy or just want to be funnier then this is the class for you.
To get more information and registrar visit the Classes Tab at www.x2comedy.com. Questions call Dawn 540-560-3356 or email hello@x2comedy.com.
🥕 The Tuesday Market features a cozier selection of vendors selling vegetables, prepared foods, artisan crafts, breakfast and lunch.
🥕 Don’t miss Tuesday-only vendors and discounts!
🥕 The Tuesday Market is open April-November
In the SVAC Member’s Gallery the theme is “Black!” Presented will be unique works of art, priced to accommodate art collectors seeking pieces to expand their collection. The public is invited to view the exhibit remembering that the art center serves the community by recognizing talent, encouraging creativity, and joining lives through art! (Opening April 6, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., exhibition dates: April 6 - 27, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday – Saturday, 126 S. Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro 22980)
The Shenandoah Valley Art Center during the month of April, in the 416 W. Main Street Gallery, will be presenting an exhibit by Marsha Heatwole, a native of Waynesboro. Heatwole has had the good fortune to continue her 40 years and ongoing career in artmaking. Her work has won numerous awards and is proudly displayed locally and internationally. Her studio is tucked next to a spring in an idyllic mountain hollow near Lexington Virginia. Art making is a healing therapy. A way- “Of knowing that we are tied to the land—the trees and animals and soil and water—and to one another, and that we have a responsibility to care for these connections and resources, ensuring the sustainability of these ecosystems for future generations and to honor those who came before. Of treading lightly, taking only what gifts we need, and giving back. Of showing humility toward and tolerance for all we are connected to in this circle of life.” All the paintings are her perceptions about nature and our world. Marsha strives to tell a story of what beauty we have and what we are in danger of losing. The Ambassadors of Gaia are a group of animal portraits portraying that the whole Earth is a living organism, alive with communication, pathos, and cooperation. The exhibition will be open April 1 – April 27, Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., 416 W. Main St., Waynesboro, Va.
The Shenandoah Valley Art Center during the month of March, in the Cabell/Arehart Invitational Gallery, is presenting an exhibition, Stay on Your Cloud, featuring works by Coco Roshi. In this compelling exhibition, acrylic and mixed media paintings serve as a vibrant homage to the rich tapestry of African American female creative genius, weaving through the realms of logos, iconography, and memes—the modern symbols through which our culture processes and digests the complexities of our world. As we navigate the overwhelming currents of our own lives, these artworks offer a sanctuary, inviting us to find solace and inspiration in the ethereal clouds of another creator's imagination. This body of work stands as a testament to the unbroken chain of innovation and resilience, celebrating the enduring spirit and transformative power of African American women's creativity. The exhibition will be open to the public April 6 – May 24, Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at 126 S Wayne Ave, Waynesboro, VA 22980. Come join us and meet the artist at the exhibit opening’s Conversation with the Artist on April 6, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Now-April: The Eastern Mennonite student show continues; this show is well worth a trip to OASIS! T his student show celebrates the hard work & creativity of secondary students at Eastern Mennonite School. Students grades 6-12 were encouraged to submit work to this show, whether they are currently taking an art class or not. Although the majority of the artwork you see has been created in class for a specific assignment, students add their own meaning and creative decisions to their artwork. Whenever possible students are given opportunities to develop their own ideas and follow their own artistic interests. Join us as we share our curiosities, struggles, happiness, and love of creating!
Hospice of the Piedmont invites you to Death Over Drafts: an evening of community, connection, and casual conversation about death. But don’t worry, this isn’t a gloomy affair. We’re here to celebrate the full cycle of life.
At Death Over Drafts, participants gather into small groups to discuss thought-provoking questions selected by our team of Death Doulas. Together, we’ll create a comfortable space to share stories and make it easier to talk about this inevitable chapter.
Leading the discussion is Beth Eck, the Director of End of Life Doula Services at Hospice of the Piedmont. Everyone’s welcome! So grab a pint, share in some good conversation, and let’s toast to living, dying, and everything in between!
Learn more at https://hopva.org/events/death-over-drafts-at-old-house-vineyards/
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm (Must arrive by 5:45pm to be seated)Location: Old House Vineyards & Brewery, 18351 Corkys Lane, Culpeper, VA 22701Price: Admission is free. Drinks are up to you. Reservations are required (see link below).
Please note: This is not a Grief Support Group. If you are grieving and seeking help, please visit our Grief and Healing page for upcoming support groups and other resources.
This self-driving tour follows the Great Wagon Road (now US Route 11) through Northern Rockingham County, an area filled with history, majestic views and verdant farmland. It includes a rustic lodge, a stately manor, and a more contemporary home built on a hill overlooking the Shenandoah Valley and the Great Wagon Road. Nearby New Market offers shopping, dining and museums, making for a full day in a historic setting. Harrisonburg’s vibrant downtown district is a short drive south from the tour properties on US 11.
The tour map is provided below and includes the following tour properties located in Rockingham County:
The Lodge at Melrose Caverns, 6639 North Valley Pike and The James Morgan, 3436 Buffalo Drive. Both are located just north of Harrisonburg.
Court Manor, 13788 N. Valley Pike is located just south of New Market.
More information is available at vagardenweek.org