Community Calendar

John Jackson Piedmont Blues Festival

Come join us at Eldon Farms for a day filled with soulful tunes and good vibes! Celebrate the legacy of John Jackson and the rich history of Piedmont Blues during an afternoon full of incredible live music, food trucks, family fun and more. Get ready to tap your feet and groove to the music in a beautiful outdoor setting. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the sounds of the Piedmont Blues. See you there!

There will be historical displays, talks about John Jackson's Rappahannock roots, his family and music. There will also be food trucks on site.

Bring the whole family - STUDENTS ARE FREE!

Artist performing at our 2025 Festival:
Rev. Robert B. Jones, Sr.
Corey Harris
Valerie and Ben Turner
Erin Harpe & Jim Countryman
Andrew Alli and Josh Small
Bobby G and the Heavies
Jeffery Scott – John Jackson’s nephew
Jim Lloyd and J.A.M. – Junior Appalachian Musicians
Justin Golden and the Rhapsody Project-Richmond Chapter

***Final order of performance will be posted once determined***

Pie Auction to benefit Fluvanna Food Bank
Craving homemade pie? Join us on Saturday, September 27, from 3 to 5 PM at Grace & Glory Lutheran Church, 683 Jefferson Parkway (Rt. 53) in Palmyra, for a mouthwatering Pie Auction featuring pies just like Grandma used to make! Guests can bid by the slice or for whole pies, with proceeds supporting the Fluvanna Food Bank. Gluten-free options will be available. Attendees are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations. Cash and Cash App payments accepted. For more information, visit GraceandGlory.Church

The Charlottesville Symphony at the University of Virginia, conducted by Music Director Benjamin Rous, opens its 2025-26 concert season on Saturday, September 27, 7:30pm, at Old Cabell Hall on the Grounds of the University of Virginia and Sunday, September 28, 3:30pm, at Charlottesville High School’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center.

The program opens with John Adams’ The Chairman Dances. Sub-titled Foxtrot for Orchestra, a banquet scene depicts a youthful Mao Tse-Tung dancing with the future Madame Mao.

The most famous of the 19 Hungarian Rhapsodies by Franz Liszt, this orchestral arrangement of his Rhapsody No. 2 has enjoyed widespread popularity in animated cartoons such as “Tom & Jerry”, “Bugs Bunny”, “Mickey Mouse” and “Donald Duck”.

Mist at dawn, morning spray, noontime’s blazing sun, bells, birds, breezes and twinkling stars capture a day in Fountains of Rome, the first work of Ottorini Respighi’s Roman trilogy.

Charlottesville Symphony Principal Percussion I-Jen Fang is the featured soloist in Prism Rhapsody for Marimba and Orchestra by Japanese composer Keiko Abe. Abe has been a leading voice in the development of repertoire for the marimba and her Prism Rhapsody is a dazzling tour-de-force.

I-Jen Fang’s appearance is made possible by the Angus Macaulay Visiting Artist Fund. Major season support has also been provided by the Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation.

Free parking is available in the UVA Central Grounds Parking Garage, located on Emmet Street South on Saturday nights and at Charlottesville High School’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center on Sunday afternoons. The Charlottesville Free Trolley stops at McCormick Road near the UVA Amphitheater, in close proximity to Old Cabell Hall. Both venues are wheelchair accessible.

Single tickets are $10-$53 for adults and $10 for students and may be purchased at the University of Virginia Arts Box Office, (434) 924-3376, 12:00-5:00pm, Tuesday through Friday in the lobby of the UVA Drama Building at 109 Culbreth Road starting on Tuesday, September 9, or online now at www.artsboxoffice.virginia.edu.

All University of Virginia employees (faculty and staff of all UVA departments and professional schools) are entitled to a 20% discount on tickets to individual performances. This offer does not apply to subscriptions, the December Family Holiday Concerts or previously purchased tickets.

The Charlottesville Symphony at the University of Virginia, conducted by Music Director Benjamin Rous, opens its 2025-26 concert season on Saturday, September 27, 7:30pm, at Old Cabell Hall on the Grounds of the University of Virginia and Sunday, September 28, 3:30pm, at Charlottesville High School’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center.

The program opens with John Adams’ The Chairman Dances. Sub-titled Foxtrot for Orchestra, a banquet scene depicts a youthful Mao Tse-Tung dancing with the future Madame Mao.

The most famous of the 19 Hungarian Rhapsodies by Franz Liszt, this orchestral arrangement of his Rhapsody No. 2 has enjoyed widespread popularity in animated cartoons such as “Tom & Jerry”, “Bugs Bunny”, “Mickey Mouse” and “Donald Duck”.

Mist at dawn, morning spray, noontime’s blazing sun, bells, birds, breezes and twinkling stars capture a day in Fountains of Rome, the first work of Ottorini Respighi’s Roman trilogy.

Charlottesville Symphony Principal Percussion I-Jen Fang is the featured soloist in Prism Rhapsody for Marimba and Orchestra by Japanese composer Keiko Abe. Abe has been a leading voice in the development of repertoire for the marimba and her Prism Rhapsody is a dazzling tour-de-force.

I-Jen Fang’s appearance is made possible by the Angus Macaulay Visiting Artist Fund. Major season support has also been provided by the Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation.

Free parking is available in the UVA Central Grounds Parking Garage, located on Emmet Street South on Saturday nights and at Charlottesville High School’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center on Sunday afternoons. The Charlottesville Free Trolley stops at McCormick Road near the UVA Amphitheater, in close proximity to Old Cabell Hall. Both venues are wheelchair accessible.

Single tickets are $10-$53 for adults and $10 for students, and may be purchased at the University of Virginia Arts Box Office, (434) 924-3376, 12:00-5:00pm, Tuesday through Friday in the lobby of the UVA Drama Building at 109 Culbreth Road starting Tuesday, September 9, or online now at www.artsboxoffice.virginia.edu.

All University of Virginia employees (faculty and staff of all UVA departments and professional schools) are entitled to a 20% discount on tickets to individual performances. This offer does not apply to subscriptions, the December Family Holiday Concerts or previously purchased tickets.

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 )

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).

Something bad happened to Agnes. But life goes on... for everyone around her, at least.

Rated R
Run Time: 1 Hour 43 minutes

Her ongoing efforts dealing with pain and panic are presented realistically without a false move. Agnes is heartbreaking and hopeful, a woman trying to make sense of “the bad thing that happened,” finding grace and kindness at surprising moments.
- Lynn Venhaus, AWFJ.org

Eva Victor's feature film debut is poignant, emotional, cathartic and a beautiful story of friendship and sisterhood. And no, nothing bad happens to the cat!
- Lauren Veneziani, WBAL-TV (Baltimore)

SHOWTIMES
Wednesday, September 17th at 2:00pm
Wednesday, October 1st at 7:00pm
 
TICKETS $10.00

Youtube: https://youtu.be/Rc0jgWoZo9w?feature=shared

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.