Dec 05 Saturday
The New York Times describes GRAMMY Award-nominee pianist and vocal artist Simone Dinnerstein as "a unique voice in the forest of Bach interpretation." Solo Dialogues is an intimate conversation that weaves together Bach's complete Fifteen Inventions and Fifteen Sinfonias with works by two of the greatest jazz pianists of the modern era, Brad Mehldau and Keith Jarrett.
Dec 06 Sunday
In Migdalia Cruz's Macbeth, the Witches run the world. The Macbeths live out a dark cautionary tale of love, greed and power, falling from glory into calamity as the Witches spin their fate. Contains adult content and depictions of violence. Parental discretion advised. This translation of Shakespeare’s MACBETH was a commission of Play On Shakespeare through The Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Bill Rauch, Artistic Director. It was underwritten through the generous support of The Hitz Foundation.
Dec 08 Tuesday
The Shenandoah Valley Art Center during the month of July, in the Cabell/Arehart Invitational Gallery and newly designated Members’ Building, will present an exhibition themed “Blue.” The members will present their unique interpretations in each work of art, priced to accommodate art collectors seeking pieces to expand their collection. The public is invited to view the exhibition, remembering that the art center serves the community by recognizing talent, encouraging creativity, and joining lives through art! An exhibition opening will be held on August 7. The public is invited to come and meet the artists from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. The exhibition will be open to the public August 7 – September 26 , Tuesday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., at 126 S. Wayne Ave, Waynesboro, VA 22980.
Dec 10 Thursday
Building and supporting our community is what we do at the LIFEworks Project! We invite you to shop our client choice grocery outlet today from 4:30pm-7pm.The River City Bread Basket is located at 505 N. Winchester Ave. in Waynesboro, Va. Select what works best for you and your family! Grab a shopping cart and not a box! All items are available while supplies last! Meat, eggs, dairy and more! All FREE!Call 540-251-2381 to registerWe’ll see you soon! #ThriveThursday#distributionwithdignity #buildcommunity#foodjustice #empowerment
Dec 12 Saturday
Immerse yourself in a spectacular celebration as the JMU Choral Area and JMU Wind Symphony present HolidayFest 2026: Magic and Memories. Ring in the holiday season with an enchanting blend of timeless classics and contemporary holiday selections, highlighted by music from esteemed British composer and conductor Sir John Rutter.
Dec 13 Sunday
Immerse yourself in a spectacular celebration as the JMU Choral Area and JMU Wind Symphony present HolidayFest 2026: Magic and Memories. Ring in the holiday season with an enchanting blend of timeless classics and contemporary holiday selections, highlighted by music from esteemed British composer and conductor Sir John Rutter
Dec 15 Tuesday
Dec 17 Thursday
Dec 22 Tuesday
Shenandoah Valley Art Center presents: Capturing Mood in Watercolor, a six weeks course with Peg Sheridan. Some watercolor paintings immediately draw you in through striking color, simple shapes, expressive brushwork, thoughtful line or strong composition. These are often the paintings that win awards and sell. In the six weeks of this class, we will study how other artists have achieved success in creating mood in a painting. (Register www.svacart or call 540-949-7662, Fee $260, September 29 – November 3, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., 416 W. Main Street, Waynesboro, VA 22980)
Dec 24 Thursday