Dec 09 Saturday
SHOWTIMESThurs (12/7) 4:30Fri (12/8) 2:00 + 7:00Sat (12/9) 4:00Sun (12/10) 6:30TICKETS$9.50 Adults$8.50 Seniors + Students
Leila is an Iranian American woman who strives to find balance and embrace her opposing cultures. When her large family reunites in New York City for her father's heart transplant, she keeps everyone at arm's length -- until a secret is revealed.
Rating: RRun Time: 1 Hour 47 minutes
The Shenandoah Valley Art Center during the month of December, in the Cabell/Arehart Invitational Gallery, is presenting an exhibition by Beryl Jazvic, an art educator from the Fredericksburg area. With an unwavering passion for the profound art of painting portraits, Beryl dives fearlessly into the intricate tapestry of human emotions. Having experienced different places and communities throughout her life, she holds a deep appreciation for the influence of diverse faces and their narratives on her artistic journey. Beryl's work is a testament to her insatiable curiosity for the human experience. Drawing from a well of inspiration, she skillfully captures the essence of her subjects, depicting the raw beauty of their emotions. Each brushstroke reveals her commitment to authenticity and her quest to reflect the captivating stories etched within every face. As an artist, Beryl's role transcends boundaries, encompassing a multitude of forms. She is not only a painter but also a storyteller, weaving narratives through her art. With reverence and dedication, she seeks to preserve the beauty that surrounds her, showcasing the remarkable diversity of the human spirit through her portraiture. An opening reception to meet the artist will be held on December 9, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Dec 11 Monday
Hospice of the Piedmont invites you, your family, and friends to honor and remember cherished loved ones at the 32nd Annual Memorial Illumination.
Free and open to the public, this special event features a program with music, reflection, refreshments, and a self-guided tour of illuminated installations. To celebrate the lives of those you’d like to honor and remember, you may contribute $20 or more to sponsor a Light. For every Light you sponsor, a tribute card can be sent to you to let family and friends know about the Light given in their loved one’s name. Your contributions empower our work to provide compassionate end-of-life care and comprehensive grief services to our community – bringing peace and resolution to our neighbors and purpose and meaning to our mission. We hope you will join us in a celebration of peace, remembrance, and community.
Dec 12 Tuesday
Cique Dreams Holidzae 2023 is set to illuminate John Paul Jones on December 12, 2023 at 7:30PM
Dec 14 Thursday
The beloved American holiday classic retold as a live, captivating 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to life on the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life that one fateful Christmas Eve.
Silver Line Theatre Exchange proudly presents It's a Wonderful Life by Joe Landry, produced in special arrangement with Playscripts. Part of our Professional Performance Series, this production features talent from local and regional professional actors.
It's a Wonderful Life is a family-friendly show, though it does explore themes of suicide. The run time is approximately 90 minutes, plus a 15 minute intermission.
SHOWTIMESThurs (12/14) 1:00Fri (12/15) 2:00Sat (12/16) 8:00Sun (12/17) 6:00
*Showtimes subject to change. Please visit courtsquaretheater.org for latest updates.TICKETS$9.50 Adults$8.50 Seniors + Students
During the preliminary round, there are 160 of them. Then, about 90. Then 45. At last, only 12 lucky ones make it to the final. These are the contestants in the legendary International Chopin Piano Competition, held every five years in Warsaw, Poland. PIANOFORTE follows an eclectic group of young musicians from around the world who have prepared since they were children for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Offering a rare behind the scenes look backstage at the triumphant highs and crushing lows of competition, filmmaker Jakub Piątek (PRIME TIME, 2021 Sundance Film Festival) captures the intense pressure these musicians face in an experience that combines tears of exhaustion and despair with the ecstatic joy of playing. PIANOFORTE is both a testament to the power of remarkable music and an intimate coming-of-age portrait of young pianists navigating the rigors of competition, intense practice sessions, new friendships, lots of drama, and even more nerves.
Not RatedRun Time: 1 Hour 31 minutesLanguage: Polish with English Subtitles
Dec 16 Saturday
SHOWTIME:Sat (12/16) 5:30Join us for a Meet + Greet with Santa + Mrs Claus before the movie!
TICKETS:Free Admission! No ticket required - seating is first come, first served
An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas eve.
Rating: PGRun Time: 1h43m
Faded Poppy, based in Waynesboro, VA, are creators of whimsical & boho wedding floral arrangements. With their expertise, you will learn how to create a traditional yule log from scratch using fresh local logs & evergreens, Faded Poppy's staple items such as small pillar candle & rustic festive accents.Ticket price includes dedicated event space and all yule supplies. Please note that evergreen branches can be sticky & sharp so please provide your own gardening gloves as well as garden snips for cutting your greenery.
Stable Craft's fine food, craft beer & soft drinks will be available for purchase and can be enjoyed during the session. Outside food & beverage prohibited.
Sat (12/16) 3:00followed by a Meet + Greet with Santa + Mrs Claus
Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn't fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. As it happens, this is Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results.
Special Thanks to Riner Rentals for Sponsoring our 2023 Holiday Movies!
Dec 17 Sunday
The Senior Choristers and the congregation sing , while our Director of Music and Organist Virginia Bolena plays. Guest harpist Anastasia Jellison performs during the evening’s highlight, Benjamin Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols.”
Shenandoah Valley Art Center Winter Market is back! Looking for the distinctive holiday gift? SVAC Artists will fill the 126 S. Wayne space with handcrafted artwork: jewelry, pottery, paintings, prints, sculptures, and handmade soaps. Also featured will be “Make the Holidays” Winter Market at the Shenandoah Valley Art Center’s 416 West Main Street Gallery, featuring handmade ceramic work by Make Waynesboro Clay Studio. Stop by and see what Make Waynesboro’s members and instructors have been crafting, including ornaments, dinnerware sets, vases, jewelry, wall art, and so much more. Make sure you also mark your calendars for the Holiday Sale Kick-off event on December 1, 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.! This will be a fun and festive event to kick-off holiday shopping. (Winter Market dates: December 1 – January 13, Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
December 9th“Twas the Night Before Christmas”Storyteller – Twas the Night Before ChristmasSanta Claus in the 1800'sAntique Dolls and Toy ExhibitsKids Crafts – MusicDecember 9th (Saturday) 4 to 6 PMCost: $5 for 1; $10 for 2; $15 for 3: $20 for 4 or moreLocation: Fort Harrison, 335 Main Street, Dayton, VAReserve a space at TicketLeap.com or contact fortharrisonva@gmail.com
Dec 10 Sunday
OASIS Fine Art and Craft Gallery presents a host of holiday workshops to create your own decor or gift:
Ceramic OrnamentsLed by Brenda Fairweather at OASISDate: December 2, 10 at 12pmDescription: Decorate your own ceramic ornament. Participants will receive one glazed, fired, ceramic ornament to decorate with any design they choose using permanent markers or paint.Cost: $15
Glass OrnamentsLed by Susan ElliotDate: December 10, 1-3pmCome learn the basics of creating unique and beautiful glass ornaments for your holiday tree! Each participant will create two glass ornaments during this fun workshop, (which is limited to adults due to the nature of the materials used). Each ornament will take about 20 minutes to complete. Boxes for ornaments will be provided.Cost: $15
Stained Glass AngelsLeader: Barbara Camph Date: December 10, 12-3pmDesign and make your own stained glass crazy angel! We’ll have precut body shapes in all colors. You’ll apply the copper tape, Barbara will solder her together, you will clean and patina (if desired).Cost of Activity: $7
Original Etched ArtworkLeader: Bahir alBadry Date of Activity: December 10, 12-3pmWork with Bahir to create an original etched piece of artwork. Bahir will provide the aluminum plate, on which you will draw your design. The next step is etching with specialty tools, under Bahir’s direction. If you like, you can also apply acrylic paint. All supplies and tools will be provided.Cost of Activity: $20
As always, more information can be found on our website and on our Facebook page. Please contact Barbara Camph (tbcamph@aol.com) if you have any questions.
December 10th“Twas the Night Before Christmas”Storyteller – Twas the Night Before ChristmasSanta Claus in the 1800'sAntique Dolls and Toy ExhibitsKids Crafts – MusicDecember 10th (Saturday) 4 to 6 PMCost: $5 for 1; $10 for 2; $15 for 3: $20 for 4 or moreLocation: Fort Harrison, 335 Main Street, Dayton, VAReserve a space at TicketLeap.com or contact fortharrisonva@gmail.com
In the SVAC Member’s Gallery the theme is “Small Works.” Presented will be unique small works of art, priced to accommodate art collectors and Holiday shoppers seeking gifts or works to expand their collection. The public is invited to view the exhibit December 2 - 30, remembering that the art center serves the community by recognizing talent, encouraging creativity and joining lives through art! (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday – Saturday; Opening December 9, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.)
Everything Gingerbread!!! Come join the SVAC Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop on Saturday, Dec 2, 1:00pm - 3:00pm In the 416 W Main Street studio and leave your masterpiece for the Annual Gingerbread Sculpture Contest. Drop off of any entries made on site or at home is December 1 -2. Join in the holiday fun by crafting a house, a car, a spaceship, or... anything! Enter in kids, families, or adult categories. Top prize is $100. Pick-up and awards ceremony is December 16, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Dec 19 Tuesday
Dec 21 Thursday
Welcome winter with a ranger-led hike to experience the beauty of nature while also learning about the surrounding area. Join Ranger Renee for an hour long stroll on an easy trail. We will walk at a comfortable pace.
Meet at the Lupton picnic shelter (1191 Lupton Rd.) at 1pm. Dress accordingly, wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and any other gear you need to feel comfortable on the trail.
The guided hike is a free activity, but an annual or daily ($5) parking pass must be displayed in each vehicle. Either pass can be purchased when you enter the park that day.
Dec 26 Tuesday
Jan 09 Tuesday