Grab your gals and celebrate Galentine’s Day with a fun afternoon of creativity and sweet treats! 💕 On February 15th, ladies are invited to decorate tapered candles, create heart string art, and design a charm-filled frame with beads and playful flair—all while enjoying yummy snacks and chocolate. Bring a friend (or two!) and make it [...]
You’re Invited! Step inside Renaissance School and see what makes our community unique. Monday, February 16th 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM ✔️ Tour our historic building ✔️ Meet students & faculty ✔️ Discover how RS blends arts + academics to prepare students for college & beyond 💙 RSVP today at https://renaissanceschool.org/admissions/visiting-renaissance-school/
Proceeds directly benefit Stepping Stone. Join Stepping Stone, The She Lab, and best-selling author, Margot Lee Shetterly for Women In Community, a moderated conversation with Lily West from The She Lab. This will be held on Thursday, February 19, from 5:30-7:30 PM at the CODE Building in downtown Charlottesville. Come celebrate the power of community, [...]
From Equal to Effective: Reexamining to Way We Fund Public Education What does it really mean for a community to prioritize education? Despite decades of increased investment in public education, persistent gaps in literacy, attendance, and long-term outcomes remain stark—especially for children growing up in poverty. In this Tomorrow Talk, Price Thomas, Executive Director of [...]
Join for a fun, lighthearted afternoon celebrating the real-life moments of parenthood. The Village Games turns everyday parenting tasks into friendly challenges—think finding the missing baby sock, setting up a Pack ’n Play, and other moments made playful. Parents can compete on their own or with a partner — however you want to play. You [...]
A Quarterly Gathering for Moms to Relax, Connect, and Discuss Powerful Books by Women Authors CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine is thrilled to launch Moms Lit Society: Books After Bedtime—a quarterly book club designed to help you relax, recharge, and connect with other thoughtful women in our community. Whether you’re a bookworm, audiobook lover, or just in it [...]
Pumping IS breastfeeding, and all that hard work should be celebrated! Join Flow Lactation on Sunday 3/15 from 2-4pm for an event all about pumping. If you are: 🤰🏾expecting 💻getting ready to return to work 👩🏼🍼 an exclusive pumper 🏥a healthcare provider who works with milk makers and babies this event is for YOU! We [...]
The 30th Annual 'Voices of Adult Learners' is a storytelling showcase where PVCC passes the mic to adults in our community working on learning English, securing a high school credential, or learning workforce skills. Students come from all over the world to share meaningful stories of education, family, work, belonging, and perseverance. This event is [...]
Enjoy a fun and informative preview of Spring on this walk in the woods with Charlottesville Area Tree Steward David Marrs at the beautiful Ivy Creek Natural Area. David will begin our walk with a conversation about the area’s trees and landscapes, exploring how they reflect both cultural and natural history. Early Spring is a [...]
Join other moms and enjoy a stroller walk in Crozet.
Breath, Body, and The Page: A Creative Weekend A Retreat for Body and Story at James Monroe’s Highland Join for two days of movement and metaphor on the historic grounds of Highland. This retreat is designed for the contemplative creative—those looking for a laidback environment that isn't afraid to find an edge and dig deep. [...]
The Piedmont Regional Education Program Parent Resource Center presents a mini-conference designed to empower families with an informative and energizing morning dedicated to building partnerships between families and educators in special education. There will be workshops, local resources, strategies and success stories for you to walk away with. Empower yourself! Registration link can be found [...]
Spring clean your closets and support the community! Throughout the month of March, we’re collecting gently used, clean maternity, nursing, baby, and toddler (2T-5T) clothing that you no longer need. Then on Saturday, March 28th, we’ll open our doors for a community swap day—come browse and take what you can use, no need to have [...]
Led by Maestro Philip Clark, the ASO Spring Concert promises an afternoon of musical exploration and artistry. The program features Arno Babadjanian’s rare Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, lovingly restored and transcribed by Maestro Clark from old recordings. World-renowned violinist Dr. Nuné Melikian, a noted Babajanian expert, will be the soloist, bringing unique insight and [...]
We are excited to announce the First Annual Ronald McDonald House Gala at The Kimpton Forum Hotel in Charlottesville. Be sure to save Saturday, March 28, 2026 on your calendar as you will not want to miss this special event. Tell friends and family and start planning for an unforgetable evening supporting a wonderful cause. [...]
UltraTrax, a brand‑new long‑distance walking challenge built for all levels — whether you’re out for a personal milestone or ready to push your limits. How It Works: • Pick your distance: 7, 14, 21, or 28 miles — finish in under 10 hours • Add some grit: Wear a 10, 20, or 35 lb weighted [...]
Planning on planting trees on your property this spring? This is an on-line event. Learn how to select a tree for your property that will have the best chance to survive and flourish in the place that you choose for it. Tim Maywalt, a Charlottesville Area Tree Steward will discuss best practices for planting and [...]
Merry Go Round is a pop-up children’s clothing boutique that donates 100% of its profits. By selling your clothes and shopping our sale each year, you are supporting families in need in the Charlottesville community. Our hope is that your children will love the clothes you find at Merry Go Round and when they outgrow [...]