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This First Friday event will focus on the popular 1920s game of marbles. Come and learn how to play and even compete in a marbles tournament! 
World Pinhole Photography Day happens on the last Sunday in April every year, where photographers all over the world make a pinhole photo to freeze a moment in history. In preparation for this, we are hosting a small low-key event where anyone can come and build a pinhole camera! |
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High school students are invited to dive into the world of cyanotype photography in this hands-on workshop inspired by Ann Holsberry: Navigating Sea and Stars. Cyanotype, a camera-less technique known for its deep blue tones and ethereal qualities, allows for endless creative expression and experimentation. Working outdoors, like the artist herself, participants will create their […] 
Please join us at SFFA Main Street Gallery on Saturday, April 5th at 12pm for an artist talk by David Baird. This gallery talk accompanies his solo exhibition "Figures, Flowers and Fruit".
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The Court House Hill neighborhood reflected the struggles of our nation during the turbulent years surrounding the American Civil War and Reconstruction. This 60-minute, half-mile, guided walking tour will explore numerous marked and unmarked Civil War sites along Court and Clay Streets with topics ranging from love and death, to secession, emancipation, and education. |
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Join Artist Kelly Mattox on Sunday, April 6th at 2 pm for "It's All About Color!" Kelly will discuss the inspiration behind her paintings, her influences, her palette, and how she paints. |
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This annual exhibit features artwork by middle schools from the Beford County Public School District. Meet the artists and join us for this awards reception on Thursday, April 10th 2025 from 5-6:30pm. |
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Student recitals at LU School of Music. April 11-13, 15-17 22, 24-27, 29. Check link for times. |
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Join us for a delightful Easter Egg Hunt on April 12th from 11 AM to 12:30 PM! � Enjoy an afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and community spirit. We look forward to seeing you there! Feel free to share this post with friends and family who would love to join our celebration.
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Did you miss the seeing the 2025 Brookville High School Winter Guard silver medalists? You are in luck! Here is your last chance to see them, along with the 2025 Jefferson Forest Winter Guard! |
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Join us to celebrate our Seniors as they wrap up their Randolph experiences with exhibitions and presentations of their work! 1 p.m. Opening Reception for the "Senior Studio Art Thesis" Exhibition featuring the work of Allie Allen ’25 and Elizabeth Bailey ’25, and the Senior Museum and Heritage Studies Exhibition, "Performance and Display: The Art […] 
We’re hosting a free screening of our first documentary for people who have helped us on our current project. Or interested in helping us. The film is 55 minutes. Q&A to follow. |
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Free lecture on the history of the Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation with Kathryn Yarzebinski. Open to the public. 
Join the Bellezza Chamber Ensemble in concert at Randolph College. The program includes a variety of works for guitar, flute, voice, and piano, ranging from selections by Schubert and Mahler to works written by the performers. |
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Kids in grades K-5 are invited to a free afternoon of exploring at the Lynchburg Museum. We’ll go on a Scavenger Hunt and explore the places usually off limits to the public. See what’s behind locked doors and discover what keeps this 170 year old building (and all it holds) ready for business! Registration and […] |
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The Holocaust Education Foundation of Central Virginia sponsors a lecture at Jones Memorial Library. Come hear how a secret military intelligence unit composed of German Jewish refugees took on the Nazis during World War 2. This lecture is free and open to the public. |
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This annual exhibit features artwork by high school students from the Beford County Public School District. Meet the artists and join us for this awards reception on Thursday, April 25th 2025 from 5-7:30pm. This event is FREE to the public. |
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Join Lynchburg Parks and Recreation and Jackson Heights Art Studio for a vibrant celebration of local talent at Riverside Park on April 26th! Stroll through the park to explore stunning art exhibitions, hands-on children’s activities, and live demonstrations, including painting and wheel-thrown pottery. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with the community and experience […] |
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Nordic Neoclassic with organist James D. Hicks, featuring new organ music from Nordic countries. American concert organist specializing in new organ music from Nordic countries. |
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Join the journalist Beena Sarwa for a screening of her documentary film, "Democracy in Debt: Sri Lanka Beyond the Headlines" (2023, 25 minutes). Quillian Visiting Scholar Dr Sudesh Mantillake will moderate a Q&A after the screening with the filmmaker. |
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Lynchburg Art Club invites you to the First Friday Opening Reception of our May exhibit, "Celebrating LCS Art Teachers" featuring Geral Butler, Ella Gleason, Laura Lemaitre, Ashley Marot and Amy Thomson. Join us on Friday, May 2nd, from 5:00-7:30 PM, to celebrate the artwork of these 5 artists and enjoy light refreshments. 
Opening Reception of The Feminine Spirit: American Works from Sue Ott Rowlands' Private Collection Collector’s Talk by Sue Ott Rowlands at 6:15 PM Artist Talk by Kevin Muente to follow Live figure drawing demos (watch — or jump in!)Plus: Live jazz by Ken Matthews Open artist studios Drinks, snacks + signature cocktails at the Gallery […] 
I will be sharing ELEVEN original songs to complete my final recital at Liberty University's School of Music! I would love to see you there for a time of creativity and worship. The event will be at 7 pm in the Macel Falwell Recital Hall, room 305. |
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This free, family-friendly event celebrates our community’s rich cultural diversity with an unforgettable Parade of Nations, international cuisine, music, dances, and displays. Travel the globe in a single afternoon while you savor global flavors, shop for unique arts and crafts, and enjoy vibrant performances showcasing traditions from around the world. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity […]
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Enjoy springtime in Bedford at the historic Big Otter Mill!Live music by Jimmie Wilson, BBQ by the Virginia Masonic District 24 Master Masons Association, vendors, and self-guided tours of the Mill!Free admission and family friendly! Dogs okay, must be on a leash.
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Public art defines our community and enhances its cultural, social, and economic value. Join us for an hour-long guided walking tour of public art installations on Commerce and Jefferson Streets in Downtown Lynchburg. Stops include the 1925 dolphin fountain at the Community Market, "Art Alley," and the Bev Cosby "hands" mural on Ninth Street. Featured […] |
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Please join us at SFFA Main Street Gallery on Sunday, May 4th, from 1-4pm for the opening reception and artist talk for "Family of Things," featuring recent paintings by Edmond Praybe. All are welcome. 
A concert celebrating spring, featuring songs about birds & bugs, cultural folk songs, & songs from "Wicked." |
