Join us to celebrate the world of Percy Jackson and friends! We will work our way through Rick Riordan's books and enjoy snacks and activities. Earn a bead for each completed book! Due to the popularity of the group, two sessions will be held each month. Designed for Teens ages 11+ and Adults. Registration Required CharlottesvilleFamily [...]
Fun for Creative Minds nurtures creativity and fosters social interactions through various activities, including parlor games, guided discussions, storytelling, music and more. Bring your imagination and get ready for fun! Suitable for ages 16+ CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matter most! From education resources and school guides, to family health advice, to seasonal activities in and [...]
"Badass Women of Charlottesville" shares the personal stories of two dozen trailblazing local women, as told to Rachael Kesler Palm. Their stories touch on vulnerable, powerful themes that resonate across generations—overcoming trauma, defining and creating family, evolution and reclamation, and the work of building better communities for ourselves and for those who come after us. The [...]
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 [...]
Free car seats for eligible families Hey Albemarle County friends We'll be at the Yancey Community Health Center next week distributing FREE car & booster seats to eligible families! Yancey Community Health Center - 7625 Porters Rd., Esmont, VA Seats are limited - call Willie Mae at 434-270-3216 to reserve your spot! Eligibility [...]
McGuffey Art Center is kicking off our 50th Anniversary Celebration with an unforgettable evening of art, music, and community! Join us September 5 from 5 pm - 8 pm for our special First Friday All-Member Silent Art Auction and Exhibition, featuring: • Silent auction of original works by our talented member artists. • Live music [...]
The Central Library Children’s Department is hosting a costume swap so every kid can get a new costume this year! Here’s how it works: Bring your gently used children’s costumes (infant-children’s extra large sizes) to Central Library only, now through Sept. 28th. Receive a ticket for each costume donated to use at the Swap event [...]
Have you always wanted to learn how to decorate your own sugar cookies with royal icing? Welcome to Halloween Cookie Decorating with Jaclyn, where she will walk you through the cookie decorating process step by step and you'll be amazed at how well your cookies turn out! Each participant will decorate 6 cookies. Class will [...]
For decades, the American education system has subscribed to the “college-for-all” ideology, prioritizing four-year degrees while often overlooking the value of vocational training and career-based learning. In an era of Multiple Choice educational paths, the Emil Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center, a pioneering vocational school in Winchester, Virginia, flips this script by offering a bold, integrated [...]
Join us for the 32nd Annual Martha's Market to benefit women's health and breast cancer prevention for our community. Admission is FREE! Come shop with a purpose at the Dairy Market where you'll find specialty vendors and look for the pink balloons at participating Charlottesville downtown businesses. 15% of all sales will be donated to [...]
Join us in the Greenhouse to create your very own botanical art piece and master the careful craft of pressing fresh flowers during this Pressed Flower Workshop led by Head Gardener, Celina DeBrito. Guests are greeted with a glass of bubbly and led on a guided exploration of the Pippin Cut Flower Gardens to learn [...]
Travel with us to the heart of Italy for a pasta cooking class. Master the art of making pasta from scratch with simple, fresh ingredients! Chef Victoria Cosner will guide you through creating fresh pasta dough, kale pesto, and roasted butternut squash cappelletti—a traditional Italian dish often served during the holidays. Join us and elevate [...]
Celebrate 90 Years of Art, Inspiration, and Impact Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia marks 90 years of artistic excellence, scholarship, and community. This elegant soirée will honor The Fralin’s remarkable legacy and its bold future, bringing together university leadership, museum [...]
Travel with us to the heart of Italy for a pasta cooking class. Master the art of making pasta from scratch with simple, fresh ingredients! Chef Victoria Cosner will guide you through creating fresh pasta dough, kale pesto, and roasted butternut squash cappelletti—a traditional Italian dish often served during the holidays. Join us and elevate [...]
The 2025 Toy Lift is kicking off the 2025 events! Join at Timberwood Tap House for Taps for Toys, and help put a smile on a local child's face this holiday season! Check out the calendar of events over the next month. CharlottesvilleFamily makes it easy to celebrate and learn! Discover the best birthday [...]
Wintergreen Ski Patrol sponsors a 'ski swap' consignment sale as our only fundraiser for the year. We accept gently used consignment gear including skis, boots, snowboards, bindings, and apparel. 20% of all consignment sales is donated to Wintergreen Ski Patrol. Just because the weather is cold doesn’t mean you have to stay home! We’ve [...]
Heat up the kitchen with homemade pizza this winter! Start this signature cooking class by gathering around Pippin Hill’s wood-burning oven and learning how to make your own pizza dough. Once you’ve perfected the art of the pizza toss, you’ll experiment with a variety of toppings and flavor profiles, from the classic margarita to innovative [...]
Join us to learn festive recipes perfect for holiday entertaining! Impress your guests with sunny side quail eggs on pumpernickel and Pippin's famous lobster toasts. Plus, you’ll discover how to craft a refreshing holiday cocktail to complement your bites. Gain hands-on experience and expert tips to confidently recreate these dishes at home, making you the [...]