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SUMMARY:StarLab
DESCRIPTION:Children 5+ \nNo registration! \nExplore the stars with StarLab\, the Virginia Discovery Museum‘s inflatable traveling planetarium! Crawl through the tunnel into the dome and let the 360-degree projector transport you through the cosmos. VDM’s education staff will introduce you to the different constellations in the night sky and share the stories and mythology surrounding the stars you’re observing.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/starlab/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 103 Windsor Way
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Learning Fun
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SUMMARY:Cretaceous Craft Crew
DESCRIPTION:Ages 10-15 \nCalling all creative teens & tweens! Make awesome Dino-themed crafts and hang out with friends in the Cretaceous Craft Crew.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/cretaceous-craft-crew/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 103 Windsor Way
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Tweens & Teens
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SUMMARY:Pet Photo Engraving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ages 9+. Registration Required. \nShow your pets some love this Valentine’s Day! Bring your favorite photo and learn how to engrave it on a pair of earrings or a keychain with the Central Library Makerspace’s Glowforge laser cutter and engraver. Materials provided—please bring 3-5 photos of your pet to use as options for engraving. \n  \nExplore helpful educational resources in our blogs for Cville families—from how to identify your child’s learning style to ways parents can support homework success to navigating college admissions. And don’t forget to keep up with our local school news for Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Sign up for our free CharlottesvilleFamily e-Mag so you’ll receive weekly or monthly (you choose!) family news and events right in your inbox. Plus\, meet the amazing local businesses and partners who help families thrive in our community.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/pet-photo-engraving-workshop/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 103 Windsor Way
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Elementary School Age,Tweens & Teens
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SUMMARY:D.I.Y. Friendship Bracelet Making
DESCRIPTION:Ages 9+. Registration optional. \nGet ready for Valentine’s Day by making friendship bracelets for your pals and loved ones! This is a drop-in event for kids and adults happening between 1:30 and 4:30pm on Sunday\, December 1 in the Central Library Makerspace. \nAll materials are provided. Alternative Valentine’s Day activities for kids under the age of 9 also available for families attending together.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/d-i-y-friendship-bracelet-making/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 103 Windsor Way
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Elementary School Age,Tweens & Teens
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SUMMARY:Children's Costume Swap
DESCRIPTION:The Central Library Children’s Department is hosting a costume swap so every kid can get a new costume this year! \nHere’s how it works: \n\nBring your gently used children’s costumes (infant-children’s extra large sizes) to Central Library only\, now through Sept. 28th.\nReceive a ticket for each costume donated to use at the Swap event on Sunday\, Oct 1st at 2pm.\nThe swap will open to those without a ticket at 3pm.\nYou are welcome to donate a child-sized costume even if you’re not planning to participate in the swap.\nDonations will be accepted now through Sept. 28th in the Children’s Department at Central Library. Costumes will not be accepted at other JMRL branches. Donated costumes will be laundered prior to the swap event.\n\nCharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides\, to family health advice\, to seasonal activities in and around Cville\, we cover it all. Don’t miss a thing—sign up for our free CharlottesvilleFamily e-Mag and get the latest straight to your inbox. And don’t miss the chance to meet our talented local partners who bring these resources to life.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/childrens-costume-swap/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 103 Windsor Way
CATEGORIES:Elementary School Age,Especially for Parents
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SUMMARY:Keep Going Together Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:How can we work together to support each other?  Explore visions of local artists in this new exhibit! \n\n\n\nKeep Going Together\, a grassroots organization which works with non-profits to reduce suffering and harm in Charlottesville\, hosts the Keep Going Together Art Show at the Central Library (201 E.Market St.) in September& October. The exhibit will include a range of creative pieces – from paintings and drawings\, collage and photographs\, to pottery and sculpture – by artists from around the community. \n\n\n\nArt from this show is available for purchase with all proceeds from the show going to support JMRL. \nIf you love family fun\, be sure to sign up for our free CharlottesvilleFamily e-Mag so you’ll receive weekly or monthly (you choose!) family news and events right in your inbox. Plus\, meet the amazing local businesses and partners who help families thrive in our community.
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/keep-going-together-art-exhibit/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 103 Windsor Way
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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SUMMARY:Botanical Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Botanical Garden of the Piedmont is excited to announce our Botanical Art Festival taking place September 2025. This Festival will celebrate art in our community by offering free art programming for all ages\, botanically themed workshops\, and collaborations with regional artists and organizations\, including a ticketed Botanical Art Show supporting local artists and the Garden. Families will especially enjoy the floral photographs on exhibit in the garden – it is a magical stroll to find these stunning creations by acclaimed international artist Laurie Tennett. Please look for updates regarding the Botanical Art Festival in your email and on the Garden’s website and social media. \nFind fresh inspiration with CharlottesvilleFamily! Discover seasonal gardening and home décor tips\, explore healthy resources for Cville kids and parents\, get learning tips\, discover annual festivals and plan your next family fun daytrip. Keep the ideas coming—subscribe to our free CharlottesvilleFamily e-Mag for weekly and monthly updates.  And remember to support the great local partners who strengthen our community. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://charlottesvillefamily.com/event/botanical-art-festival/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 103 Windsor Way
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts & Crafts,Festivals & Fairs
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