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SUMMARY:Survival of the Slowest
DESCRIPTION:Does being slow\, small or sleepy have advantages? Sometimes\, yes! Survival of the Slowest takes its time and proves just that. Featuring a variety of live animals\, this touring exhibition explores overlooked species that have used perceived disadvantages that help them not only survive\, but thrive in a world full of fast animals at the top of the food chain. \nDiscover sloths’ tactics to avoid predators\, iguanas’ energy conservation and how snakes can go so long without eating. See how general biology concepts apply in the real world and how animal survival is all about trade-offs. Understand how some critters find unique ways to hide from adversaries. \nLive animals featured in the exhibition include: \n\nlesser hedgehog tenrec\nball python and other snakes\nbearded dragon\nAsian water dragon\nblue-tongued skink\nbox turtle\ngold knee tarantula (and Brazilian black tarantula)\nhorned frog\nleopard gecko\n… and a two-toed sloth who’s ready to hang out for the summer!\n\nTake your time going through the exhibition and you’ll be rewarded with an animal adventure that’s sure to leave prints on your entire family’s memory! \nThis touring exhibition is open May 23–September 7. \nYou’ll find plenty of fun family-friendly daytrips a short drive from Charlottesville! Check out our favorite trips all about dinosaurs\, vehicles\, science\, and children’s museums. And don’t forget interactive destinations for the littlest kids! Don’t miss a thing—sign up for our free CharlottesvilleFamily e-Mag for weekly event highlights and family fun ideas. And be sure to meet our valued partners who serve local families.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/survival-of-the-slowest/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Virginia\, 2500 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Featured,Learning Fun,Preschoolers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Curiosity
DESCRIPTION:Learn & Play at the Orchard\nMondays & Tuesdays @ 10:30 AM\nJune 1–August 25\, 2026 \nCultivating Curiosity is Carter Mountain Orchard’s weekly children’s program\, running every Monday and Tuesday during the summer. The program is geared towards ages 3-8\, and all ages are welcome. \nSessions include storytime\, a take-home craft\, pick-your-own fruit (in season)\, and a snack. Themes include apples\, peaches\, pumpkins\, flowers\, bees\, and more! \n– Arrive at least 15 minutes early to register.\n– No drop-offs — an adult must be with children at all times.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/cultivating-curiosity/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Chiles Peach Orchard\, 1351 Greenwood Rd\, Crozet\, VA\, 22932
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts & Crafts,Elementary School Age,Farms & Orchards,Learning Fun,Preschoolers
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T235959
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T150918Z
UID:10005624-1781827200-1782086399@charlottesvillefamily.com
SUMMARY:A Berry Fun Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the flavors of summer with us during a fun-filled weekend of live music\, family-friendly activities\, delicious seasonal treats\, and peachy competition. \nBring the family out for a weekend of berry inspired treats and activities like a pie & cobbler eating contest\, bobbing for peach cider donuts\, a pie walk\, and face painting. The Bee Train will be offering rides through the orchard and there will be live music both days. \n  \nReady for summertime adventures? Check out our guide to summer festivals in around Charlottesville\, as well as the best water parks in Virginia. If you’re saying local\, we’ve got you covered with pools and spray grounds\, as well as water fun with kayaking\, lakes\, and swimming holes. And don’t forget Charlottesville’s 4th of July celebrations!
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/a-berry-fun-weekend/
LOCATION:Chiles Peach Orchard\, 1351 Greenwood Rd\, Crozet\, VA\, 22932
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Elementary School Age,Farms & Orchards,Preschoolers,Tweens & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
CREATED:20260605T132102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T132106Z
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SUMMARY:Lantern Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join this lantern making workshop and create a colorful lantern for the July 3 Downtown Mall 50th-anniversary parade! This all-ages\, hands-on craft event is a fun way to celebrate community creativity. Supplies are available while they last\, so come early and design a unique parade lantern to carry.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/lantern-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Central\, 201 E. Market Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Elementary School Age,Tweens & Teens
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CREATED:20260610T174530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T174533Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Express
DESCRIPTION:Hop aboard the Downtown Express and take a spin around the Mall! Rides will be offered starting in Central Place on Saturdays starting May 2nd. \nThe train is weather dependent and will not run in inclement weather conditions. The Downtown Cville website will be updated as well as @downtowncville on Instagram if such cancellations occur. \n 
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/downtown-express-2/
LOCATION:Central Place\, 201 E Main Street\, Charlottesville
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Preschoolers
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UID:10005701-1782136800-1782140400@charlottesvillefamily.com
SUMMARY:Artful Dino Designs
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5-9 with caregiver. \n\n\n\nGet creative at Artful Dino Designs! Young artists will draw\, cut\, and collage colorful dinosaur-themed artwork. This fun dinosaur art program encourages creativity\, imagination\, and hands-on learning. Registration begins June 8.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/artful-dino-designs/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Crozet\, 2020 Library Avenue\, Crozet\, Virginia\, 22932
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Elementary School Age
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CREATED:20260605T140015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T140018Z
UID:10005702-1782136800-1782140400@charlottesvillefamily.com
SUMMARY:Curiosity Club with REAL Lab
DESCRIPTION:Best for ages 4–9  \n\n\n\nExplore\, discover\, and create at Curiosity Club with REAL Lab! Children can enjoy hands-on STEM activities and interactive learning led by the REAL Lab at the University of Virginia. Choose one session (2:00–2:25 or 2:30–2:55) and spark curiosity through science\, exploration\, and creative problem-solving. Registration is requested.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/curiosity-club-with-real-lab/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Northside\, 705 Rio Road West\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22901
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Elementary School Age,Learning Fun
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T105000
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SUMMARY:Dino Academy with Bright Star Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Join Dino Academy with Bright Star Theatre for an interactive prehistoric adventure! Dr. Sarah Tops leads audiences of all ages through a fun\, educational dinosaur journey filled with storytelling and audience participation. This lively dinosaur show for families is part of the Summer Performer Series. Free tickets available at 9am.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/dino-academy-with-bright-star-theatre/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Crozet\, 2020 Library Avenue\, Crozet\, Virginia\, 22932
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Elementary School Age,On Stage & Screen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T111500
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
CREATED:20260605T141623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T141626Z
UID:10005705-1782469800-1782472500@charlottesvillefamily.com
SUMMARY:Yoga Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Ages 4-7 with a caregiver.  Registration required. \n\n\n\nCome to Northside for a parent/child Yoga storytime!  Help bring a story book to life with breath work and yoga poses that support and explore body awareness\, balance\, and coordination.  The program takes place in the Northside Meeting Room.  \n\n\n\nRegister online at jmrl.org or call the Children’s desk at 434-973-7893 ext. 5.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/yoga-storytime/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Northside\, 705 Rio Road West\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22901
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
CREATED:20260610T174615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T174618Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Express
DESCRIPTION:Hop aboard the Downtown Express and take a spin around the Mall! Rides will be offered starting in Central Place on Saturdays starting May 2nd. \nThe train is weather dependent and will not run in inclement weather conditions. The Downtown Cville website will be updated as well as @downtowncville on Instagram if such cancellations occur. \n 
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/downtown-express-3/
LOCATION:Central Place\, 201 E Main Street\, Charlottesville
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Preschoolers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T154500
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
CREATED:20260605T142553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T142557Z
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SUMMARY:Paleontologist Pals
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5-7 years. Registration required. \n\n\n\nUnearth a new\, dino-mite reading buddy!  Come use tools like on a dinosaur dig to hatch a surprise dinosaur friend from a mystery egg.  
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/paleontologist-pals/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Gordon Ave.\, 1500 Gordon Avenue\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22903
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Learning Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T142144Z
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SUMMARY:A Day in the Life of a Paleontologist
DESCRIPTION:Ages 7+. \n\n\n\nHaley Gannon is currently a GIS Specialist for the Virginia State Geological Survey\, but in her previous life she was a field assistant for Elevation Science Institute on fossil dig expeditions. She’ll walk through how paleontologists find dinosaurs\, the tools they use\, and the skills needed to get the bones out of the ground and into a museum.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-paleontologist/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Northside\, 705 Rio Road West\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22901
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Learning Fun,Tweens & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
CREATED:20260605T142934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T142937Z
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SUMMARY:Stitches Handwork Group
DESCRIPTION:Ages 8 to adult.  No registration required. \n\n\n\nBring any handwork project you’re working on and join this fun group for a time of handcrafting and sharing.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/stitches-handwork-group/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library – Crozet\, 2020 Library Avenue\, Crozet\, Virginia\, 22932
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts & Crafts,Elementary School Age,Tweens & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T074948
CREATED:20260605T181622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T181624Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Printing
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Fourth of July for Revolutionary Printing—a free\, family-friendly UVA250 celebration of the materials\, crafts\, and stories of the founding era. \nPrint your own copy of the Declaration of Independence\, and view demonstrations of handmaking paper and mixing iron gall ink. Sign a giant copy of the Declaration\, hear music of the American Revolution\, or make a printer’s hat. Create a custom silhouette\, beadwork\, sewing sampler\, or screen print a keepsake to take home. History you can hold! \nSmall Special Collections Library170 McCormick Rd\, Charlottesville\, VA 22904 \nDirections: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kkGWGKq9qrFDHe5LAFree event parking at Central Grounds Garage: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GCAXRydEe2QzkJpu8
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/revolutionary-printing/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Elementary School Age,Learning Fun,Tweens & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T170000
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CREATED:20260312T140733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133243Z
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SUMMARY:Disney's Newsies
DESCRIPTION:Extra! Extra! Read all about it! The Tony Award-winning musical\, Disney’s Newsies tells the tale of young Jack Kelly\, who rallies his fellow turn-of-the-century New York “newsies” to strike back against the leading media moguls of the day to protest unfair conditions and to fight for what is right. This inspiring underdog tale urges us all to “Seize the Day” and features empowering anthems from the legendary Alan Menken and spectacular choreography by returning VTF and UVA alum Matthew Steffens\, who will also direct the production. Steffens credits include Associate Choreographer on the recent Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Into the Woods as well as director and choreographer of the acclaimed VTF productions of  Cabaret  (2023) and Into the Woods (2025).  \nThe Virginia Theatre Festival’s Production of Disney’s Newsies The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com. \nCommunity Partner: DMR Adventures \nCharlottesvilleFamily is proud to sponsor this event! \n 
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/disneys-newsies/
LOCATION:Culbreth Theatre\, 109 Culbreth Rd.\, Charlottesville\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Featured,On Stage & Screen,Preschoolers,Tweens & Teens
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