Community Calendar

The Shenandoah Valley Art Center during the month of August, in the Cabell/Arehart Invitational Gallery, is presenting Elizabeth Moss: Passages Through Art, Myth, Magic, and Healing. Moss built a career in arts administration and curatorial pursuits. As a seasoned visual artist, Elizabeth has spent over two decades exploring the power of symbolism, storytelling, and nature through her work. A deep personal vision- one rooted in mythology, sacred imagery, and the organic forms of the natural world are reflected in her work. In her own words, “I have a fascination with symbols and the effect these images can have on the subconscious. Serendipitously, symbols keep showing up in my life, and as a result in my work. My imagination is inspired by myth, sacred icons, the gods and goddesses, masks, and Mother Gaia. Especially by the ocean and the forest. Both provide evocative opportunities to observe the geometry and symbols created by nature. The story is there to be discovered in each line, whorl and tint of color. The artwork I create speaks to the universal connection I feel we all have with each other and the natural world.” The exhibition opening will be August 2, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. and guests are welcome to meet and talk to the artist The exhibition is open to the public August 2 – September 27, Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., at 126 S. Wayne Ave, Waynesboro, VA 22980.

Come learn the sport of rugby while getting fit and making great friends. All are welcome. No experience necessary.

Come ring in the season with family and friends for an evening of great music with some of our very finest musicians from across the valleys including Faithful Men, vocalist Dr. Penelope Shumate, UVA CHoosE, Melichenko Family, JMU Into Hymn, vocalist Mark Hackley, Pete & Ellen Vigour and Friends, and violinist Justina Hodgson all sharing their gifts of music to support the Hospice of the Shenandoah.

Admission: Free
A free will offering will be taken with all proceeds to benefit the Hospice of the Shenandoah.

Questions: call 540-943-9452 or http://linktr.ee/waynesborosda7

No doubt the services of Hospice have touched many lives both young and old.

The Shenandoah Valley Art Center, during the month of July, is exhibiting the artwork of Group 6. This exhibit presents recent work by its six members who are established artists living and working in Virginia, women who meet regularly to show, discuss and critique their work. Primarily known as painters, some in the group also create in collage, vitreous enamel, clay, photography and printmaking. Their work is shaped by an interest in abstraction and a commitment to process and creative inquiry. By choice or necessity, Group 6 artists spend most of their working time alone in the studio, so it’s particularly valuable to gather as a group to exchange ideas and information, provide analysis, offer challenges and encouragement, and build friendships. All group members have studied and /or taught at Beverley Street Studio School in Staunton, and for the past several years the group has met with guest advisors Ron Boehmer and Nan Covert. Members participate in solo and group exhibits nationally and regionally, and their work can be found in public, corporate, and private collections in the United States and abroad. The exhibition Opening is July 12, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. and an ART Talk with Group 6 is August 13, 2:00 p.m. Come meet Lindsay Freedman, Janly Jaggard, June Jordan, Joan Ranzini, Krista Townsend, and Christine Watts. The exhibit is open to the public: July 12 - August – 30, 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.

In the SVAC Member’s Gallery, the Small Works Exhibit presents unique works of art by center members with prices to accommodate art collectors seeking pieces for holiday gift-giving or 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 Opening reception to meet the artists will be held on Nov. 1, 5 :00 – 7:00 p.m. The exhibition will be open to the public November 1 – December 27, Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., 126 S. Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro, VA 22980.

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, 38 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 details for all First Fridays of the Valley events – all updated monthly – at valleyarts.org/first-fridays-of-the-valley/! Thanks to Kathy Moran Wealth Group, Exclusive Sponsor for 2025 First Fridays of the Valley.

*In 2025, July's "First Friday" arts programming will be held on THURSDAY, July 3 (NOT JULY 4)

Come out to the Co-op for First Friday!

Join Friendly City Food Co-op on Friday, December 5th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for the art opening of The Center Cannot Hold, a vibrant and inspiring quilt show by local quilter, Emily Johnson.

In this collection, The Center Cannot Hold explores moments when balance falters and familiar structures come undone. Through color, texture, and stitched pieces, these quilts respond to times when life, death, and the political climate feel uncertain. Each piece traces the tension between order and unraveling, asking how we continue making beauty when the center shifts, loosens, or disappears altogether.

Stop by the co-op's café on Friday evening to meet the artist, view the work, and enjoy light refreshments from the store!

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Announcing a beloved community Christmas tradition! The 18th annual Christmas Coffeehouse, hosted by Cantore men's a cappella ensemble and Shekinah women's ensemble! For many, Christmas is not quite complete without it.

For the first time ever, we have an AFTERNOON option!

Friday Night, Dec. 5 -- 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday Afternoon, Dec. 6 -- 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.

Join us in the Park View Mennonite Church Fellowship Hall (1600 College Ave, Harrisonburg), which will be beautifully transformed into a coffeehouse atmosphere, with candlelit holiday decor, cluster seating, hot beverages, loads of delicious goodies, and live a cappella Christmas music on the stage.

Cantore men's a cappella, and Shekinah women's a cappella, will each do their own set of Christmas music, then will combine for a glorious finale of SATB and 8-part Christmas music.

Suggested donation: $15-20 or more per person. All proceeds will benefit Bridge of Hope Harrisonburg-Rockingham, a community non-profit doing important work in walking alongside young parents at risk of becoming homeless.

Don't miss it!