Community Calendar

The Blue Ridge Irish Music School (BRIMS) offers classes for all ages and skill levels in Irish dance, music and singing. The winter/spring semester begins on January 20 & 22 and runs for 12 weeks.

Shenandoah Valley Art Center presents Stretch and Release Yoga with Paula Figgatt and Leslie Chisnell. Gather in the Heart of Downtown Waynesboro for a meditative experience that benefits the mind while increasing your range of flexibility and centeredness in the body. Stretch & Release Yoga targets the fascia and connective tissues including tendons, ligaments and bones while creating suppleness, openness and health for our inner organs and muscles. By stilling the mind, bring the awareness deeply inward to create peace and relaxation to restore and renew the Spirit! (Register: www.svacart.com or call 540-949-7662, Fee: $10 per session, Tuesday, February 3 – April 14, 6:05 - 7:00 p.m., 416 Gallery, 416 W Main St, Waynesboro, VA 22980)

Join us on Saturday, February 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., as we welcome the Piedmont Master Gardeners for the program Garden Soil Preparation: Laying the Foundation for Success. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just beginning your horticultural journey, understanding the art and science of soil preparation is essential for yielding vibrant, productive crops. In this Garden Basics session, we will guide participants through the process of preparing the soil for growing vegetables. By focusing on both foundational practices and advanced strategies, this session will empower you to create thriving gardens throughout the spring, summer, and fall.

Space is limited. Registration closes at 5 p.m. February 13 or when the class is full.

Shenandoah Valley Art Center presents Stretch and Release Yoga with Paula Figgatt and Leslie Chisnell. Gather in the Heart of Downtown Waynesboro for a meditative experience that benefits the mind while increasing your range of flexibility and centeredness in the body. Stretch & Release Yoga targets the fascia and connective tissues including tendons, ligaments and bones while creating suppleness, openness and health for our inner organs and muscles. By stilling the mind, bring the awareness deeply inward to create peace and relaxation to restore and renew the Spirit! (Register: www.svacart.com or call 540-949-7662, Fee: $10 per session, Tuesday, February 3 – April 14, 6:05 - 7:00 p.m., 416 Gallery, 416 W Main St, Waynesboro, VA 22980)

Join us for a four-week dive into playful approaches to storytelling. We'll read flash fiction for inspiration, experiment with writing prompts, and talk about what it means for a writer to "get away with it". Students will have the opportunity to share their work. A great chance to jump start your most wild ideas. All levels welcome.

Join us for a four-week dive into playful approaches to storytelling. We'll read flash fiction for inspiration, experiment with writing prompts, and talk about what it means for a writer to "get away with it". Students will have the opportunity to share their work. A great chance to jump start your most wild ideas. All levels welcome.

Shenandoah Valley Art Center presents Kitchen Lithography Workshop with Joan Graybeal Menard. This class will show you the basic idea behind the Lithography printing process. It relies on resistance of oil and water and you can create prints using items you can easily find or have at home. You will make a simple art print using Aluminum Foil as your base, draw an image with marker, crayons, or colored pencils, and then etch it with Coca Cola, of all things! We will print them on the center's printing presses, but this technique can also be hand printed at home. We will explore adding color to the original black and white prints with watercolor monoprint made on kids "Shrinky Dink" plastic." This is a fun process you can do with easy to obtain items. Bring your old kitchen apron, a sketch idea or 3, and the instructor brings the rest. Joan Graybeal Menard is a multi-media artist. Having majored in Printmaking and pottery, selling and displaying both for 40 years, she is now focused on sharing her knowledge and various printmaking techniques with her students. For questions, contact Joan via email or text at menardjoan24@gmail.com or 304-646-0297. (Register: www.svacart.com or call 540-949-7662, fee: $50 + $10 materials fee due at beginning of class, skill level: beginner - experienced adult printers, Sunday, February 15, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., 416 W Main St, Waynesboro, VA 22980)

Looking for a unique event in Harrisonburg?

Join us for an engaging hands-on workshop where you’ll create your very own take-home terrarium featuring captivating carnivorous plants like pitcher plants and Venus flytraps! Perfect for plant enthusiasts or curious beginners, this class is both fun and educational.

Led by Bonfire Botany, you’ll explore the world of carnivorous plants, uncover their natural habitats, and learn expert tips for their care. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a stunning terrarium and the knowledge to keep it thriving.

Event Details:
Cost: $35 for non-owners, $30 for co-op Owners (includes all supplies)
Registration Deadline: February 12 or when spots sell out
Location: Downtown Harrisonburg in the Friendly City Food Co-op Café
Class Size: Limited for a personalized experience

This event is sure to fill up fast! Secure your spot today—register and pay using the form below or stop by the co-op. Co-op Owners enjoy a $5 discount, as always.

Shenandoah Valley Art Center presents Stretch and Release Yoga with Paula Figgatt and Leslie Chisnell. Gather in the Heart of Downtown Waynesboro for a meditative experience that benefits the mind while increasing your range of flexibility and centeredness in the body. Stretch & Release Yoga targets the fascia and connective tissues including tendons, ligaments and bones while creating suppleness, openness and health for our inner organs and muscles. By stilling the mind, bring the awareness deeply inward to create peace and relaxation to restore and renew the Spirit! (Register: www.svacart.com or call 540-949-7662, Fee: $10 per session, Tuesday, February 3 – April 14, 6:05 - 7:00 p.m., 416 Gallery, 416 W Main St, Waynesboro, VA 22980)