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Makerspace Independaence Day Open Skill Share

Vector Space 2004 memorial ave, 2004 Memorial Ave, Lunchburg, 24501

On Friday, July 5 we have an exciting First Friday planned. Before you head to the fireworks in Downtown Lynchburg, stop at Vector Space for our Independence Day themed activities! This free, family-friendly event will offer three different hands-on activities: quill making, prints of the Declaration of Independence, and foam cut Founding Fathers heads. Don’t miss it! Bring your friends […]

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest 1542 Bateman Bridge Rd, Forest, VA, United States

Thomas Jefferson held July 4th as “the only birthday I ever commemorate…” Bring your family and friends out to Poplar Forest, his Bedford County retreat, to celebrate the 248th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in historic style. Enjoy colonial-style entertainment, demonstrations by colonial artisans and craftspeople, archaeological displays, old-fashioned children’s activities, a reading of the Declaration […]

Tortoise & Hare Scavenger Hunt

Staunton River Memorial Library 498 Washington St, Alta Vista, VA, United States

A town-wide scavenger hunt/race for all ages! Join us on Thursday, July 11, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. for the Tortoise and Hare Scavenger Hunt and participate as a family or with friends. No registration is required. Just check in at Staunton River Memorial Library by 4 p.m. to start. Geared toward kids/teens. Bring your device and submit checkpoints through […]

Summer Movie Night: Kung-Fu Panda 4

central virginia community college, 3506 Wards Road, Lynchburg, 24502

Grab your blankets and snacks for our FREE summer movie nights on the Quad! 🌟🍿 Movies begin around 8 p.m. (at sunset). Here’s the schedule: 🐼 July 19: Kung Fu Panda 4 🏀 Aug 8: Space Jam (1996) 🍬 Aug 23: Wonka 🎒 Sept 6: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Don’t miss out on the fun!

Exhibit Explorers: Midwives Edition

Lynchburg Museum at the Old Courthouse 901 Court St, Lynchburg, VA, United States

The Lynchburg Museum invites children ages 6-11 to spend a Saturday morning with us as we explore the “Women with Women: The History of Midwifery in Lynchburg and Central Virginia” exhibit. Each “Exhibit Explorers” program will begin at 10am with a maximum of 20 attendees.

Academy Youth Theatre: Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka

Academy Center of the Arts

The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse (Jekyll & Hyde, Doctor Dolittle) and Anthony Newley, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka is a […]

Summer Reading Grand Finale Street Fair

Campbell Co. Public Library- Rustburg

Celebrate with the Campbell County Public Library! Stretching through the heart of Rustburg, from the Rustburg Library to the Historic Courthouse, the fair will be filled with an abundance of activities and vendors to explore, plus food trucks, giveaways, and more. You do not have to participate in the reading program to attend this event. Everyone is welcome to join […]

Back 2 School Event

This event is hosting a backpack giveaway, raffle, bounce house, games, food, & more!

Sinkland Farms 4th Annual Sunflower Festival

Sinkland Farms, 3060 Riner Road, Christiansburg, 24073

Sinkland Farms 4th Annual Sunflower Festival Enjoy 3 weekends August 2-18 jam-packed with activities! 1. Acres of summer sunflowers 2. Kidz Zone full of fun – face painting, giant slide, playground, play stations, barrel rides, & so much more 3. Shop local with artisans and crafters 4. Farm-ily Animals 5. Pony Rides 6. Visit the cottage shop – full of […]

August First Friday: 500 Miles

Lynchburg Museum at the Old Courthouse 901 Court St, Lynchburg, VA, United States

In recognition of the 50th running of the Virginia 10 Miler, the Lynchburg Museum System is pleased to present a First Fridays exhibit celebrating the history of Lynchburg’s most enduring and beloved foot race. The exhibit will feature artifacts from the race’s 50-year history and highlight the organizers, runners, and community members who have made the event a lasting success […]

Pick Your Own Flowers Night- KID’S NIGHT

Irvington Spring Farm 236 Irvington Springs Rd, Lynchburg, VA, United States

6:30-7:30 pm. 2 children included with the price of 1 reusable cup, all infants welcome. Come explore our flower farm at golden hour in the heart of Lynchburg and pick your own bouquet of flowers to take home. Each participant will be given a reusable cup to fill up. We can lend you a pair of clippers if you do […]

Summer Movie Night: Space Jam (1996)

central virginia community college, 3506 Wards Road, Lynchburg, 24502

Grab your blankets and snacks for our FREE summer movie nights on the Quad! 🌟🍿 Movies begin around 8 p.m. (at sunset). Here’s the schedule: 🐼 July 19: Kung Fu Panda 4 🏀 Aug 8: Space Jam (1996) 🍬 Aug 23: Wonka 🎒 Sept 6: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Don’t miss out on the fun!