Community Calendar

Join us for Camp Glow - a camp for kids aged 2-14 that's all about God’s Love and Our World - hosted at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church in Harrisonburg from August 4-8, 5:30-8:00pm. Each camp starts with a free meal for the whole family at 4:30pm. At Camp Glow, children will learn about the love of God through Jesus that empowers them to spread love in their community! This year, we will explore the miracles of Jesus in the book of Mark through music, games, crafts, and hands-on projects. Neurodivergent children and children of all gender identities are welcome! Suggested donation of $25 per registered family; registration deadline of July 15. Visit muhlenberglutheran.org/campglow for more details and to register!

Shenandoah Valley Art Center presents: Sweet Treats: Drawing Candy Wrappers in Colored Pencil-Adult Class with Rainbow Willard. Shiny, crinkly, colorful - candy wrappers are full of artistic potential! In this vibrant drawing workshop, students will learn how to capture the sparkle, texture, and color of candy packaging using professional quality colored pencils. Working from curated reference photos provided by the instructor, students will explore realistic drawing techniques like layering, blending, and highlighting to make their artwork pop off the page. This class is designed for students with prior drawing experience who want to push their skills while having a little fun along the way. All materials are included- just bring your sweet tooth for color! Rainbow Willard is a practicing artist and art educator with a BFA in Art Education from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has experience teaching all ages and specializes in drawing, painting, mixed media, and printmaking. Rainbow creates a welcoming, encouraging space where students can build confidence, explore new techniques, and make art that feels personal and fun. Tuesdays July 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., $250, 416 W. Main St. Waynesboro, Va. 22980, register https://www.rainbowwillard.com/shop )

Join us for Camp Glow - a camp for kids aged 2-14 that's all about God’s Love and Our World - hosted at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church in Harrisonburg from August 4-8, 5:30-8:00pm. Each camp starts with a free meal for the whole family at 4:30pm. At Camp Glow, children will learn about the love of God through Jesus that empowers them to spread love in their community! This year, we will explore the miracles of Jesus in the book of Mark through music, games, crafts, and hands-on projects. Neurodivergent children and children of all gender identities are welcome! Suggested donation of $25 per registered family; registration deadline of July 15. Visit muhlenberglutheran.org/campglow for more details and to register!

Come join us for some "lite," easy going trivia! Free to play, prizes offered!

How it works:
- 4 rounds of 10 questions
- 1 out of 4 rounds house theme (changes weekly!)
- 3 out of 4 rounds provided by Pub Trivia Nerds
- Winners receive TFF gift cards and/or TFF swag!

Claim your spot early and be ready to enjoy some fun, brews, and maybe even some bar bites!

Have questions about hospice care, but not sure who to ask? Join us for a clear, candid overview of hospice and palliative care, led by Nurse Mina Ford, our Director of Education. In just 60 minutes, Mina will walk you through:
• Who qualifies and when to ask for help
• How these services are covered
• What families gain—at home, right away

You’ll get straight answers and real-life insight from a Nursing Professional Development Specialist who trains hospice teams every day. Ideal for caregivers, older adults, and community professionals. Free and open to the public—bring your questions!

No RSVP required.

1st and 3rd Wednesday | June-August | 10-10:30 AM

For preschool explorers and their families: Join us in the Storytime Spot in the Family Garden for 30 minutes of nature-themed reading. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

The Storytime Spot is right next to the Pavilion at the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. For more information call us at 540-568-3194 or email us at ejcarboretum@jmu.edu

Shenandoah Valley Art Center presents: Printing Bee, a collaborative work session designed for a small group of printmakers to come together, share ideas, and provide creative support to one another. It takes place in the print studio on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with the possibility of extending the session if there's no afternoon class scheduled. Due to limited printing space, attendance and press reservations are managed on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your spot or inquire about availability, please contact Joan Menard by texting 304-646-0297. (Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30).

The Shenandoah Valley Art Center, during the month of June, is exhibiting the artwork of Jane Skafte in the 416 W. Main Street Gallery. Skafte commented, “I am interested in design as a way of expressing ideas and exploring the relationship between realism and abstract principles. I am fascinated by rhythms created by natural forms and their shadows and make carefully defined compositions while offering a closeup look into inner spaces. Nature has always been a source of inspiration for me. All of my work reflects a profound appreciation for the environment. I strive to create art that is a poetic rather than a literal depiction of my subject matter, even when drawn to representational landscapes and plant studies. I started working in watercolor several years ago when I transitioned from being primarily a fiber artist, because watercolor had similarities to dyes on cloth. Since then, transparent watercolor has become my favorite medium. I am constantly discovering new possibilities -- from abstraction to realism, precision to blurred suggestions of form. My most recent body of work explores landscapes and natural forms in new palettes—exaggerated, filtered and composed in magnified and cropped compositions. I start with personal reference photographs from my walks. The emerging blooms, new leaves, expressions of natural form through the life cycle at various times of year and different lighting conditions provide much inspiration.” The exhibition will be open to the public: June 3 – 28, Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at 416 W. Main Street, Waynesboro, VA 22980.

Join us for Camp Glow - a camp for kids aged 2-14 that's all about God’s Love and Our World - hosted at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church in Harrisonburg from August 4-8, 5:30-8:00pm. Each camp starts with a free meal for the whole family at 4:30pm. At Camp Glow, children will learn about the love of God through Jesus that empowers them to spread love in their community! This year, we will explore the miracles of Jesus in the book of Mark through music, games, crafts, and hands-on projects. Neurodivergent children and children of all gender identities are welcome! Suggested donation of $25 per registered family; registration deadline of July 15. Visit muhlenberglutheran.org/campglow for more details and to register!

This four-week class will take place from 6:30-8:00pm on Wednesdays August 6-27. Designed for poets of all levels, this four-session, 1.5-hour-per-week workshop will guide you through the art of refining your poetry with precision and passion. Learn expert revision strategies to elevate your drafts into polished, powerful works that resonate. Join our supportive local community of writers, discover your unique voice, and craft the poems you were destined to share with the world. Taught by instructor J. Scott Price.