VIRGINIA FILM FESTIVAL
FAMILY DAY Saturday, November 5, 2016 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
U.Va. Arts Grounds located on Culbreth Rd, between Rugby Rd and University Ave
Two Family-Friendly Screenings: Walt Disney Animation Studios Short Films and James and the Giant Peach Musical Instrument Petting Zoo | Educational Arts Workshops for ages 5-15 | Drop-in Toddler Activities | Free parking Interactive, arts-inspired fun for the whole family!
crafts, music, food and fun for all ages. 979-7151, jmrl.org
It’s Thumb-Body’s Birthday
October 15, 2pm at Crozet Library Celebrate author-illustrator Ed Emberley’s 85th birthday with thumb art and a thumb birthday cake. 823-4050, jmrl.org
Yak & Snack
October 17, 6pm at JMRL - Crozet Library Come talk about “So You Want to Be a Wizard” by Diane Duane. Free copy of the book included on first-come, first-serve basis. 823-4050, jmrl.org
Peter Jones, “The Pied Piper of Charlottesville”
October 18, 10:30am at JMRL - Central Library Radio personality and versatile storyteller Peter Jones, of “Tell Us A Tale” fame, shares his own special brand of lively storytelling. 973-7893, jmrl.org
ARTS & CRAFTS 2nd Annual “Imagine a Day Without Water” School Art Contest
Now–October 14 at submissions mailed to or dropped off at Department of Public Works The “Imagine a Day Without Water,” art
contest is open to all city of Charlottesville and Albemarle County schools grades 1-8. Any medium may be used. Winners will be selected from each grade division. Rules and restrictions apply. 970-3877, charlottesville.org
Paper Making Workshop
Writer’s Eye Contest
Family Art JAMs: Celestial Compositions
Now–November 22 at UVA’s Fralin Museum of Art An annual competition challenging youth in grades 3-12, University students and adults to submit original poetry and prose compositions inspired by works on view in the Museum. 924-3592, virginia.edu
Hamil-versary Tea Party
October 8, 2pm at Crozet Library Celebrate the anniversary of the release of Hamilton: The Musical cast album with a Hamilton-themed tea party. 823-4050, jmrl.org
Fall Foliage Festival Art Show
October 8–9 at Downtown Waynesboro See a showcase of 150 fine artists featuring paintings, jewelry, pottery, sculpture and more. Enjoy live music and gourmet fare from the food trucks. 540-466-0850, svacart.com
October 15, 10am–2pm at Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center Come to the Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center to for a fun paper-making workshop. 996-7282, lewisandclarkvirginia.org
October 15, 1–3pm for ages 5–7, 3–5pm for ages 8–12 at The Fralin Museum of Art Programs combining age-appropriate tours with hands-on art activities for children. Adult family members are encouraged to serve as assistants, models and collaborators. 243-2050, virginia.edu
STEAMpowered Workshop: Silkscreening
October 15, 1–3pm at Amazement Square, Lynchburg This STEAMpowered workshop will focus on learning how to silkscreen. Learn how to make your own stencil, mix colors, pull prints and make your very own personalized t-shirt. 845-1888, amazementsquare.org
Block Party: LEGO Gathering
October 19, 3pm at Gordon Avenue Library Get together with LEGO-minded people and build great things. 296-5544, jmrl.org
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