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Meet at the end of Fairwinds Lane in Western Ridge. We will be working on improving the trail between Western Ridge and Lickinghole Basin. Our primary task will be to clear out brush in front of the bench on Lickinghole Basin. This promises to be muddy work, as we will be working on the edge of …
Are you interested in robotics and technology? Students from the Western Albemarle High School Robotics Team will be here to lead a 45-minute hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of programming with Spheros and Finch and Hummingbird Robots. Ages 8+ (including middle schoolers interested in the WAHS Robotics Team. Registration is required and begins …
Book trailers are just like movie trailers, but are often made by fans about their favorite books and shared online. Learn to use MakerSpace equipment freely available at the Crozet Library to film, edit, and post your own book trailer (or video of any kind) in this hands-on workshop. Grades 6-12. Registration requested, but walk-ins welcome.
This is going to be amazing! Lord Nelson is a Roots Rock Band from Central Virginia, who have been turning heads all over the East from Nelson County to New York City. They blew us all away at Lockn' and The Festy last year. Their original songs pay homage to their Appalachian heritage. The band …
White Hall District Town Hall Thursday, March 9, 7:30PM Field School, Crozet It's peak budget season in Albemarle County and we're eager to engage with you, our community, on budget priorities. Throughout March and April there will be many opportunities for you to stay informed and give feedback on the budget review process. This week, …
Women’s Life Writing Workshop (Big Read) Tuesdays listed below at 6:30-8:30pm March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4 Explore the process of writing your life through facilitated discussion and thoughtful writing prompts with a small, intimate group. Facilitator Mary Jo Doig will lead this engaging five-week workshop. Participants will register for all five sessions. …
Lost and Found: Upcycled Book Workshop with Lyall Harris (Big Read) Wednesday, March 8 at 6:30-8:30pm Generate ideas and create art using “found” content from discarded book pages which you’ll transform into an original book using a Japanese stab binding process. Techniques we’ll explore include erasure poetry, collage, drawing, and free association. Ages 14+. Required …
The White Hall Ruritans are sponsoring the third annual Sugar Hollow Bridges Run, a footrace with 10K and 5K courses along the Moormans River through Sugar Hollow. Proceeds raised go towards the restoration of the White Hall Community building, providing scholarships to local High School students, 5th grade achievement awards, highway clean up and other projects. …
Crozet Artisan Depot is hosting award-winning park naturalist and veteran “birder” EVAN SPEARS on Saturday, March 11th. Evan will lead a morning bird walk in the Crozet area followed by a discussion and slide show at The Depot. Light snacks and refreshments will be served. This event is free to the public. Those wishing to …
During the month of March, many of the artists at the Crozet Artisan Depot will flock together to share bird-themed art work with the community. Our “For the Birds” celebration …
Art on the Trax will present “En Plein Air – Virginia Coastal Reserve” by Karyn Gunther Smith during the month of March, with a Second Saturday Artist Reception on Saturday, …
Once again, our local heroes The Pollocks will step onto the magic carpet in the The Batesville Market and serenade us with their greatest hits... and new material from their …
A cast rich with talent presents "Once Upon A Mattress," the musical comedy parody of the fairy tale "The Princess and the Pea." Dates: March 17 (7:30 p.m.) and 18 …
This is a family friendly, kid inclusive gaming meetup. Come with or without kids. Like all our meetups, this is a fun, casual, and beginner friendly way to make new …
Take a walk on the Crozet Connector Trail, guided by members of the Crozet Trails Crew. This trail is adjacent to the neighborhoods of Westhall, Foothill Crossing, Western Ridge, and …