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HEAD START ENROLLING NOW
MACAA Head Start.
MACAA Head Start is now accepting applications for the 2007-2008 school year. Head Start is a federally funded comprehensive pre-school readiness program for low-income families. Classrooms are located in the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Louisa, Fluvanna, and Nelson. Transportation is available in most areas. If your child will be age 3 or 4 by September 30, 2007 they are eligible to apply. Head Start welcomes children with disabilities. The deadline for early consideration is March 30, 2007. Applications are accepted year round.
contact for further info.
$free.
Recommended for ages 3 to 4.
Contact: Michele Wills.
Email: michele@macaa.org.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 295-3171 ext 3103.
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SCHOOLS, TUTORING, & AFTER-SCHOOL CLASSES
Visit the AlbemarleKids School Connection to find schools, tutoring centers, and after-school learning opportunities.
For details, please click this link.
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Call for session dates and times.
TEST PREP COURSES
Piedmont Virginia Community College.
SAT/ACT prep as well as GRE test preparation.
For more info call: 961-5351.
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Ongoing, Tuesdays
TUESDAY TRAVELERS
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Travel to a different destination each week without ever leaving the museum! Explore other cultures through books, music and art with a touch of geography and foreign language. Each week the class will make a craft or sample a native food.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: east end of the Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall .
11am.
$free with admission.
Recommended for ages 3 to 12.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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10 week sessions (call for dates)
PREPARATION FOR THE SAT
Albemarle County Community Education.
Test taking strategies and skills will be taught for all types of questions found on the new SAT. Materials are provided by Cambridge Educational Services. There will be a pre-test given and payment is due 10 days prior to the first class date or there will be a $9 fee for late ordering of materials.
Albemarle High School, Room 39.
6:30-8:30pm Mondays and Wednesdays.
$125.
Special Needs Accommodation: ADA compliant
Email: rwharam@albemarle.org.
Reservations are required.
For more info call: 975-9450 or 975-9451.
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August 7, 14, 21 and 28, Thursdays
CMOR ART CLASSES
Children's Museum of Richmond.
Learn papermaking, drawing, watercolor and more in these 45-minute art classes.
Children's Museum of Richmond.
Directions: 2626 West Broad Street, Richmond.
9:30am to 10:15am.
$10.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-474-7000.
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August 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, Fridays
FRIDAY FUN
Virginia Discovery Museum.
We are excited to introduce a new program about music, art, theater and dance for the slightly older crowd! For ages 4 and up.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: East end of the Downtown Mall, Charlottesville.
4pm.
$Free with admission and to members.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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August 1 through August 31, daily
BEAR IN THERE
Amazement Square.
Beat the summer heat by creating your very own cool polar bear.
Kaleidoscope Gallery at Amazement Square.
Directions: 27 Ninth Street, Lynchburg.
During regular museum hours.
$Free with admission.
Email: visitus@amazementsquare.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: (434) 845-1888.
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September 7, Sunday
BEADING AND PAINTING WORKSHOP
Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center.
Make your own necklace in this workshop inspired by the beads Lewis &
Clark carried with them on the Keelboat. Reservations required. Admission
plus $3 activity fee.
Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center.
Directions: PO Box 281, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
1:30 to 2:30pm.
$3.
Email: landceast@ntelos.net.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-2425.
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September 9, Tuesday
TODDLER TIME: DINOSAUR ROAR!
Children's Museum of Richmond.
Programs are designed for children ages 1-3 plus a special grown-up and incorporate elements of music, art, literacy and more.
Children's Museum of Richmond.
Directions: 2626 West Broad Street, Richmond.
9:45 to 10:30am.
$5 members, $12 nonmembers.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-474-7000.
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September 13, Saturday
KID BUILDERS CLINIC
Lowe's Home Improvement Store.
Join the experienced staff at Lowe's to make a very special project to take home. You get to keep your work apron, too.
Lowes.
Directions: Rio Hill Road off of 29N.
10am.
$free.
Recommended for ages 5 to 12.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 975-7140.
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Ongoing, Fridays
ART ADVENTURES
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Discover the true artist in you! Learn about different artists and techniques throughout history. Each week you can make a craft related to the exploration of art.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: Downtown Mall.
4pm.
$free with admission.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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ARTS & CRAFTS CLASSES
Visit the AK Kids Year-Round Recreation for ongoing craft opportunities at many fun spots around town.
For details, please click this link.
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Ongoing
OPEN STUDIO AT THE VIRGINIA DISCOVERY MUSEUM
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Each week the Museum supplies directions, materials and samples to help make a unique, creative project to take home.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: East end of Charlottesville Downtown Mall (near amphitheatre).
during regular hours.
$Free with admission.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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Ongoing, Wednesdays
TODDLER TIME
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Toddlers can join in the fun of a workshop where each child can create a different craft each week.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: East end of Charlottesville Downtown Mall.
10:30am.
$free with admission.
Recommended for ages 2 to 5.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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ATHLETIC CLASSES AND SPORTS PROGRAMS
Visit the AlbemarleFamily Year-Round Recreation for comprehensive listings of ongoing fitness and sports classes like Little League, ice skating, gymnastics, basketball, soccer and more for all ages.
For details, please click this link.
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Ongoing
CHILDREN'S MUSIKGARTEN OF SHEPHERD'S HILL
Linda Reidenouer, CMI, Early Childhood Music Specialist.
Play, dance & sing with your child at movement & music classes. Call for dates.
Rockfish Valley Community Center, Afton; Boar's Head Sports Club and Weeville.
Recommended for ages 0 to 5.
Contact: Linda Reidenouer, CMI, Early Childhood Music Specialist.
Email: lindaleereid@yahoo.com.
For more info call: 434-361-2233.
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CLASSES AND PLAYGROUPS FOR PARENTS WITH BABIES & TODDLERS
Visit the AlbemarleFamily Parent Classes and Events to find Baby & Me Classes. Also, in Family Support Groups and Clubs you'll find Playgroups listed. There are many wonderful organizations around town that offer programs through the year so check back often.
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ongoing Mondays
MONTESSORI MORNINGS
MCS is pleased to offer a weekly Montessori Infant and Toddler class. Children ages 6 to 24 months attend with a parent or caregiver. The class will be led by Cynthia Jordan Fisher. Cynthia is Montessori trained for prenatal to age three and is prior founder and Director of Montessori Open Mornings and The Village Playhouse here in Charlottesville, Virginia. We welcome Cynthia's expertise with preparing a safe, stimulating and peaceful infant/toddler environment in which the children can learn about their world. These little ones will be allowed to observe and participate in their own way, according to their level of interest and ability. They will be provided with plenty of what Montessori highly valued for infants called freedom of movement in a nurturing setting. Parents can enjoy observing and interacting with their child in an environment that is carefully tailored to the specific needs of the child at this age.
Montessori Community School on Pantops.
Directions: Just west of the I64 Shadwell/250 exit.
9 to 10:15am.
$125/8week session.
Contact: Therese Benzinger.
Email: tbenzinger@montessoripantops.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-8886.
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September 4, Thursday
PAGES
JMRL - Crozet Library.
For children entering grades 3-5. Love to write? Love to read? Join our young writers' workshop! Meet other kids who enjoy writing, get inspired with some fun writing ideas and bring your stories to share, if you wish. Based on the ideas in the book Writing Magic by Gail Carson Levine.
Crozet Library.
3pm.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 823-4050.
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September 12, Friday
AMERICAN GIRL BOOK GROUP
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
This group is for girls ages 7-11 who love American Girls books and dolls.
Jr Department of Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Directions: 1035A Emmet Street in Barracks Road Shopping Center.
1pm & 7pm.
$free.
Recommended for ages 7 to 11.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 984-0461.
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September 13, Saturday
DANGEROUS BOOK FOR BOYS CLUB
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Based on the bestselling The Dangerous Book for Boys by the brothers Conn and Hal Iggulden, The Dangerous Boys Club is the club for parents and teachers looking for ways to keep boys engaged in reading and hands-on activities.
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Directions: 1035 Emmet St Suite A.
2pm.
$free.
Recommended for ages 8 to 12.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 984-0461.
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CHILDREN'S CLUBS AND GROUPS
Belonging to a group is important. Visit the AlbemarleFamily Year-Round Recreation Guide to find comprehensive listings of organizations offering clubs for local children.
For details, please click this link.
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EXPLORER POST
Albemarle County Police Dept...
Program of scouting where members learn about police work, take classes on police procedures, amd help the police at special events. $free. Recommended for ages 14 to 20. For more info call: 296-5807.
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Weekly
GAME TOURNAMENTS AND LEAGUES
Weekly leagues and tournaments for Warhammer 40 K, Magic The Gathering, Lord of the Rings, Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon and X-Box games.
The End Game Center.
$5 for tournaments.
Contact: Peter Leiher.
For more info call: 974-9828.
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Ongoing, Thursdays
MAGIC SCHOOL BUS AFTER-SCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Discover the mysteries of science through hands-on activities, demonstrations, and special guests.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: Downtown Mall.
4 to 4:45pm.
$free with admission.
Recommended for ages 4 to 7.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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Ongoing, Tuesdays
POETRY CLUB
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Join this award-winning group of young poets! Learn fun ways to get your creative juices flowing, write your own original poems, and publish them in the poetry anthology of the VADM, Museum Muses.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: east end of the Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall .
4pm.
$free with admission.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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September 8, Monday
ANIME CLUB
JMRL - Northside Library.
Like Yuki more than Naruto? Think Sakura and Syaoran are where it's at? Come out to Northside's Anime Club! Watch episodes from Operation Anime and Anime ADVocates, discuss your favorite manga, and get your snack on. This program is open to kids and teens in grades 6-12. Call or stop by the Northside Library to register.
Northside Library.
Directions: 300 Albemarle Square, Charlottesville, VA.
6:30pm to 8:30pm.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 973-7893.
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Beginning in October, Saturdays
CLUB READ -- A VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FOR TEENS!
JMRL - Central Library.
Teens! If you're looking for volunteer opportunities, Club Read may be right for you! This weekly program assists school-age young people in grades K-12 for whom English is a second language. Volunteers read with the Club Read participants to give them practice with English and also utilize the library's resources to help them with homework.
Central Library.
Directions: 201 E. Market .
9:30 to 11:30am.
$free.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-7151 ext. 3.
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Call for dates and times
STUDIO ART CLASSES FOR TEENS
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
Among studio art classes for teens are The Art of Caricture and Cartooning, Painting Studio 1, Scupture 1, Art of the Real World, Introduction to Graphic Design, Wearable Art 1, and many others.
2800 Grove Ave., Richmond.
$75.
Recommended for ages 13 to 19.
Contact: Suzanne Hall.
Email: ddale@vmfa.state.va.us.
Reservations are required.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 204-2691.
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Call for session dates and times.
TEST PREP COURSES
Piedmont Virginia Community College.
SAT/ACT prep as well as GRE test preparation.
For more info call: 961-5351.
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10 week sessions (call for dates)
PREPARATION FOR THE SAT
Albemarle County Community Education.
Test taking strategies and skills will be taught for all types of questions found on the new SAT. Materials are provided by Cambridge Educational Services. There will be a pre-test given and payment is due 10 days prior to the first class date or there will be a $9 fee for late ordering of materials.
Albemarle High School, Room 39.
6:30-8:30pm Mondays and Wednesdays.
$125.
Special Needs Accommodation: ADA compliant
Email: rwharam@albemarle.org.
Reservations are required.
For more info call: 975-9450 or 975-9451.
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Every Friday, ongoing
PRE-TEEN AND TEEN SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES
Steve Shergold.
Approximately 20 mixed boys and girls aged 11 to 17. Learn all the social dances. Classes continuously move from basic material to more advanced material. Some students will go on to perform exhibitions.
Shergold Studio, Charlottesville.
Directions: North East Corner of Rio and Berkmar opposite daily progress.
5pm.
$10 session, $70 for eight.
Recommended for ages 11 to 17.
Contact: steve.
Email: steve@shergoldstudio.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 975 4611.
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MUSEUM EXHIBITS
We have many fabulous museums in our region. Visit our AlbemarleFamily Family Events & Festivals Calendar
to plan an outing for your family and find out what's new in the rotating exhibit rooms at the Virginia Museum of Natural History, Virginia Discovery Museum, Children's Museum of Richmond, Amazement Square and others. Also, find comprehensive listings of all local and regional museums in our
AF Guide to Family Fun Year-Round.
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September 13, 14, 28 & 29, Saturdays & Sundays
VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY
Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center.
Wearing costumes, kids reenact parts of the Lewis & Clark journey,
including being aboard the Keelboat, hiking and journaling, and making a
shingle for a fort. Space limited. Reservations suggested. Standard
admission.
Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center.
Directions: PO Box 281, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
10:30am Saturdays, 1:30pm Sundays.
$included in admission.
Email: landceast@ntelos.net.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-2425.
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September 20 & 21, Saturday & Sunday
HOW TO USE A COMPASS
Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center.
Kids learn how to navigate with a compass and to draw maps. Hiking. Space
limited. Reservations suggested. Standard admission.
Lewis & Clark Exploratory Center.
10:30am Saturday, 1:30pm Sunday.
$included with admission.
Email: landceast@ntelos.net.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-2425.
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Daily during the months of April through October
MR. MICHIE'S TREASURE HUNT
Michie Tavern ca. 1784.
A tour of Michie Tavern is educational, fun and appropriate for adults and youth alike. In addition to lively activities such as dancing a colonial reel or writing with a quill pen, young adventurers hone their skills of discovery by participating in Mr. Michie's Treasure Hunt. Unravel the Innkeeper's clues to the past and a bag of (chocolate) gold coins rewards successful explorers. Youth may also don period apparel or play 18th century games as part of the Tavern Tour.
Michie Tavern.
Directions: Interstate 64, exit 121. Turn left on to Route 53/Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, Va. Approximately one mile on the right.
Email: info@michietavern.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1234.
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HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS
Charlottesville-Albemarle is rich in history. Plan an outing to one of the many famous sites in our community and in the surrounding region for your family. You'll find comprehensive listings of historical sites in our AF Guide to Family Fun Year-Round.
For details, please click this link.
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September 13 and 27, Saturdays
PARENT SURVIVAL NIGHT
The Little Gym.
The Little Gym® makes it possible for parents to enjoy a much-needed night out on the town, knowing their kids are safe and having a blast. Children enjoy an evening of friends, games, music and continue their motor skill development under the watchful eyes of professional instructors. Must be potty trained.
The Little Gym.
Directions: 907 Gardens Blvd, Rt. 29N behind Pier 1.
6:45 to 9:45pm.
Recommended for ages 3 to 12.
Contact: The Little Gym.
Email: tlgcvl@aol.com.
Reservations are required.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 975-5437.
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Ongoing
FREE CHILD CARE FOR RETURNING MILITARY WORKFORCE COMING FROM IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN
Children, Youth and Family Services.
National Guard and Reserve soldiers who are fathers or mothers will experience an easier transition during these two weeks with the help of volunteers who will care for their children for several hours at a time. Free child care will allow extra time to spend with a spouse, complete personal business, or simply rest without feeling inundated with returning responsibility. This program demonstrates to our military service men and women that they are returning home to a supportive community. Soldiers with military identification and leave orders should contact CYFS who will then link the National Guard or Reserve member to participating child care providers.
922 East Jefferson Street Charlottesville VA 22902.
Contact: Kathy Flanders.
Reservations are required.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 296-4118, ext 243.
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September 15 through 30
AUDITIONS FOR THE VIRGINIA CONSORT YOUTH CHORALE
Virginia Consort Chorale.
Audition for this prestigious choir group! The Virginia Youth Chorale consists of children ages 13-18, while the Prelude Choir is grades 3-6.
Recommended for ages 8 to 18.
Contact: Aina Arnold.
Email: consort2@aol.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-1565.
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MUSIC ORGANIZATIONS & LESSONS
Charlottesville-Albemarle has many fabulous organizations and talented individuals offering music classes and performance opportunities for kids to participate in - even a youth orchestra! Visit our comprehensive AlbemarleFamily Guide to Kids Recreation Year-Round to learn more. Also, if you'd like to attend a performance, visit our AF guide to Family Fun Year-Round to discover venues and performing groups.
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January 19 to Fall 2008
WHAT'S UP? NIGHT SKY OBSERVATIONS
Science Museum of Virginia.
Catch the very latest images from the great observatories of the sky: the Hubble Space Telescope, Compton Gamma-Ray Observatory, Chandra X-Ray Observatory, and Spitzer Space Telescope. These images are followed by a look at the constellations and planets visible in the current night sky in this 15-minute show
Science Museum of Virginia.
Directions: 2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA.
1 & 4pm daily, extra show at 6pm on Friday and Saturday.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-864-1431.
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August 28, Thursday
IVY CREEK TODDLER TIME
Ivy Creek Foundation.
Enjoy a read-aloud and trail walk for three to five year old toddlers at Ivy Creek.
Ivy Creek Natural Area.
Directions: P.O. Box 956, Charlottesville.
10am.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 973-7772.
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August 30, Saturday
BARN DAY
Ivy Creek Foundation.
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area during a rare afternoon with the barn open to the public.
Ivy Creek Natural Area.
Directions: P.O. Box 956, Charlottesville.
2pm.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 973-7772.
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August 2, 9 16, 23, 30 Saturdays
SCIENCE SATURDAYS
Science Museum of Virginia.
On Science Saturdays, find hands-on activities, science demos, interactive exhibits and more.
Science Museum of Virginia.
Directions: 2500 West Broad Street, Richmond .
12noon to 4pm.
$Included with museum admission.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-864-1400.
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August 30, Saturday
SUMMER WILDFLOWERS
Ivy Creek Foundation.
Walk with Phil Stokes of the Virginia Native Plant Society to see the spectacular late blooming wildflowers of summer.
Ivy Creek Natural Area.
Directions: P.O. Box 956, Charlottesville, VA.
9am.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 973-7772.
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August 1 through August 31, daily
THE TOUCAN
Amazement Square.
Create your own miniature toucan, complete with two passengers.
Kaleidoscope Gallery at Amazement Square.
Directions: 27 Ninth Street, Lynchburg.
During regular museum hours.
$Free with admission.
Email: visitus@amazementsquare.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: (434) 845-1888.
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September 6, Saturday
FIRST SATURDAY BIRD WALK
Ivy Creek Foundation.
John Zimmerman will lead an early morning bird walk. Beginners welcome.
Ivy Creek Natural Area.
Directions: Earlysville Road/Route 743.
7:30am.
$free.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 973-7772.
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September 6, Saturday
INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION
Virginia Aviation Museum.
An intensive, day-long study of aerodynamics, navigation, instrumentation and the basics of flight. This class is designed for ages 10-17 and meets all of the requirements for the Boy Scout Aviation Merit Badge. Pre-registration is required.
Virginia Aviation Museum.
Directions: 5701 Huntsman Road, Richmond International Airport.
9:30am to 4:30pm.
$25 members, $35 nonmembers.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-236-3622.
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September 13, Saturday
YOUNG SCOUTER DAYS
Virginia Aviation Museum.
Kids can tour the museum, build and fly paper airplanes, dress up like a pilot and more!
Virginia Aviation Museum.
Directions: 5701 Huntsman Road, Richmond International Airport.
10am to 1pm.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: (804) 236-3622.
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September 20, Saturday
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
Maymont Nature Center.
Walk through the "Employees Only" door for a special peek at the inner workings of the Nature Center. For ages 5 to adult; children must be accompanied by a parent. Register at the Visitor Center desk on the day of the program
Nature Center.
Directions: 1700 Hampton Street, Richmond.
1pm.
$5/$4 for members.
Recommended for ages 5 to 99.
Email: info@maymont.org.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-358-7166, ext. 333.
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September 8, 15 & 22
TODDLERS AT THE FARM
Maymont.
Each session in this version includes free play at the Farm, a story, craft and a visit with one of Maymonts animals.
Maymont at Children's Farm Classroom.
Directions: 1700 Hampton Street, Richmond.
9:30 or 10:30am.
$19 for members, $24 for nonmembers.
Recommended for ages 1 to 4.
Email: info@maymont.org.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-358-7166.
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September 24, Wednesday
DOODLE BUGS: GOING BUGGY
Virginia Museum of Natural History, Martinsville.
Calling all Doodle Bugs! Get ready to go on a bug hunt outside the museum and try to find some doodle bugs of our own.
Virginia Museum of Natural History.
Directions: 21 Starling Avenue, Martinsville.
10am and 3pm.
Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
Email: information@vmnh.net.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 276-634-4185.
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September 4, 11, 18 & 25, Thursdays
TODDLER TIME: SUMMER FUN
Maymont.
Each session in this four-week program includes free play in the Discovery Room, a story, craft and a visit with one of Maymonts turtles, birds, insects or bunnies. Parent must accompany child.
Maymont Nature Center.
Directions: 1700 Hampton Street, Richmond.
9:30am or 10:45am.
$29 for members, $34 for nonmembers.
Recommended for ages 1 to 4.
Email: info@maymont.org.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-358-7166.
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September 6, 13, 20 & 27, Saturdays
SCIENCE SATURDAYS
Science Museum of Virginia.
The Science Museum is the place to be on Saturday afternoons. You can have a blast with hands-on activities, science demos, interactive exhibits and more. Pack a lunch!
Science Museum of Virginia.
Directions: 2500 West Broad Street, Richmond .
12 to 4pm.
$included with admission.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-864-1400.
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Ongoing, Thursdays
MAGIC SCHOOL BUS AFTER-SCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Discover the mysteries of science through hands-on activities, demonstrations, and special guests.
Virginia Discovery Museum.
Directions: Downtown Mall.
4 to 4:45pm.
$free with admission.
Recommended for ages 4 to 7.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-1025.
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SCIENCE & NATURE ORGANIZATIONS
Explore the outdoors with the many terrific organizations listed in our comprehensive AF Guide to Kids Recreation Year-Round who offer special prgrams geared to children and families in our community.
For details, please click this link.
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Ongoing
STARGAZING 101
Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond.
Learn the names and locations of each seasons major constellations and bright stars. Learn how to spot planets, use a star map and use binoculars for a closer look at the night sky. Fee and registration required.
2500 West Broad St., Richmond.
Reservations are required.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-864-1400.
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FLUVANNA MOTHER'S GROUP
Fluvanna Mother's Group is an organization that offers an open playgroup for children up to age 6 and their caregivers - moms, dads, grandparents and nannies. It provides an indoor play area for the children and an opportunity for caregivers to socialize. A variety of toys, including tumbling mats, tricycles, train sets, and blocks are available. Special events occur throughout the season, including an Easter egg hunt and an end-of-the year cookout.
Carysbrook Gym.
Directions: From Charlottesville, take 64 east to exit 136, make a right off the exit onto James Madison Hwy. Located approximately 15 miles on the left near softball fields.
$free.
Recommended for ages 0 to 6.
Contact: Bridgett Respess.
Email: vakidgroup@yahoo.com.
For more info call: 804-375-3356.
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PLAYGROUPS
Playgroups are a fun and important way for children to learn about friendships while they play. AlbemarleFamily has lots of playgroup resources.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
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SPANISH-SPEAKING PLAYGROUP
¡Reunámonos para jugar y charlar en español! Spanish-speaking stay at home Moms and/or Dads and their children are invited to join us for a playgroup where we will spend our time speaking and playing in Spanish. Levels of Spanish range from beginner to native. Location and time vary each week.
Contact: Paige Nolte.
Email: Paige.Nolte@mjh.org.
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weekends
TODDLER PLAYGROUP
A new Charlottesville toddler playgroup with learning and fun in mind while mom's and dad's can develop new friendships. To join or find out more about this fun new playgroup visit meetup.com and search for "Cville Toddler Weekend Playgroup" or go to playgroup.meetup.com/1176 For age group 18 months - 4 years old, and siblings are welcome to the meetups too.
Contact: Gisela Swift.
Email: gisela@picantecreative.com.
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Summer
WHERE IN THE WORLD ARE THE CROZET PATRONS?
JMRL- Crozet Library.
The library wants to hear from you as you vacation this summer! Send a post-card to: Crozet Library - P.O. Box 430 - Crozet, VA 22932. The location of your travels will be tracked by adding you to a permanent map displayed at the library.
Crozet Library.
Directions: 5791 Three Notch'd Road, Crozet, VA 22932.
$free.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 823-4050.
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September 20, Saturday
MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY
Amazement Square.
Show your Amazement Square membership card for a fun, book-related prize and enjoy a snack pack with your purchase!
Amazement Square - Kidz Wearhouse.
Directions: 27 Ninth Street, Lynchburg.
10am to 5pm.
$free for members.
Email: visitus@amazementsquare.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: (434) 845-1888.
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PARENTS & KIDS
UVa Department of Psychology.
Is your child very afraid of spiders OR does your child show little fear of spiders? Participate in a UVa study on feelings about spiders. Must be aged 9-11 years. Boys must be high in fear, girls either high or low in fear. Children will complete some questionnaires, computer tasks, a brief interview, and be asked to complete an activity. Parents will complete questionnaires. Children will receive a $20.00 bookstore gift certificate! Participation is confidential. As a courtesy to high fear participants, a FREE fear reduction workshop will be offered in the late spring/early summer. For more information, call 434-243-5555 or email Shannan at sbs9x@virginia.edu (IRB-SBS #2004-0311-00)
Recommended for ages 9 to 11.
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JOURNEYS PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN
Hospice of the Piedmont.
Children and adolescents need a safe place to express the grief, anger, and fear related to loss - thereby developing important coping skills. Offers art therapy bereavement support groups to help youth deal with grief and find that they are not alone. Throughout the year bereavement day camps provide opportunities for fun and healing with others who have experienced a loss.
Recommended for ages 4 to 18.
Reservations are required.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 817-6900.
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August 28, Thursday
JOIN SCOUTING-CUB SCOUT FALL ROUNDUP
BSA-Monticello District.
Cub Scout Fall Roundup Recruitment August 28th!
Calling all boys in 1st-5th grade and their parents! Boy Scouts of America is holding Cub Scout fall recruitment meetings at local area schools and churches on Thursday, August 28th at 7:00 p.m. BSA's Cub Scout program allows boys to grow through a wide variety of activities like camping, fishing, hiking, archery, skits, songs, crafts, and much, much more! These activities are used to achieve the aims of Scouting - citizenship training, character development, and personal fitness. BSA also offers the year-round Boy Scout program for boys in grades 6th-12th which continues the aims of Scouting while providing a solid outdoor program and Venturing, a co-ed, high-adventure youth development program for young men and women aged 14-20. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. For more information on any of the Scouting programs, please contact Richard Bogan at 434-882-0611 or monticello763@hotmail.com.
Local schools and churches.
7:00.
$free.
Recommended for ages 6 to 18.
Contact: Richard Bogan.
Email: monticello763@hotmail.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 434-882-0611.
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Special Olympics.
Special Olympics is a year-round international program of sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with mental retardation.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 980-7762.
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THERAPEUTIC TRIPS, CLASSES, & EVENTS
Charlottesville Recreation & Leisure Services.
The Therapeutic Recreation Program is for individuals, ages 8 and up, with physical and or mental disabilities whose recreational needs cannot be met by regular programs. The goals of the activities are to improve self-esteen, health, social skills, recreation skills, safety skills, and independence while having fun. Staff participant ratio is usually 1 to 8.
For information, please call or email
Mildred Spicer (970-3264) or
Leslie Kelley-Genson (970-3269)
For details, please click this link.
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Mondays
BASKETBALL THERAPEUTIC
Charlottesville Recreation & Leasure Services.
Come practice basketball skills with your friends. This activity is geared for teen and adults with physical and mental challenges. Staff participant ratio 1 to 8.
Carver Center.
Directions: 4th Street NW.
4-5pm, Go to web site for more information..
Reservations are required.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 970-3260.
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June 27 through August 29, Fridays
LI'L FLYERS SUMMER STORY TIME
Virginia Aviation Museum.
Hear a story about the wonders in the air and then create a craft to take home. Wonderful for preschool through first-grade students and their families.
Virginia Aviation Museum.
Directions: 5701 Huntsman Road, Richmond, VA. Take I-64 to Exit 197 and follow brown signs..
1:30 to 2:30pm.
$Free with Aviation Museum admission.
All ages welcome.
Email: vameducation@smv.org.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 804-236-3622.
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September 12, Friday
BACK TO THE BOOKS BASH: A SILLY CELEBRATION OF THE START OF SCHOOL
JMRL - Crozet Library.
Registration is required and begins on Mon, Aug 25; for ages 7-12. You did it! You survived another summer, and have all of your new school supplies ready to go. Come join your friends at the library for an after-hours event as we celebrate the start of another school year. See what's brewing in the library science lab, get artsy in our art class or join the library karaoke chorus. We'll even see what the Cafeteria Lady from the Black Lagoon has cooked up for the event.
Crozet Library.
6pm.
$free.
Recommended for ages 7 to 12.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 823-4050.
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September 17, Wednesday
SPANISH STORIES AND SONGS
JMRL - Central Library.
Help us celebrate Latino Heritage Month with songs, stories and simple activities! For ages 3-7. No registration required.
Central Library.
3:30pm.
$free.
Recommended for ages 3 to 7.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-7151.
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September 20, Saturday
MEET PETER RABBIT
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Join us for story time as we welcome the playful and mischievous Peter Rabbit. Don't forget your cameras!
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 984-0461.
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STORYTIMES
There are lots of storytimes around town each week. Look to "Storytimes" below to find regularly scheduled readings.
For details, please click this link.
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August 27 and 28, Wednesday and Thursday
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME:
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Enjoy stories, cookies and stickers at the Storytime Theatre at Barnes & Noble.
Jr Department of Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Directions: Barracks Road Shopping Center.
10:30am Wednesday, 11am Thursday.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 984-0461.
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August 7, 14, 21 and 28, Thursdays
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
JMRL - Greene County Library.
We'll read books about the things that Curious George, Stella the big sister, and Clifford the big red dog have been up to.
Greene County Library.
Directions: 222 Main Street, Standardsville.
10:30am.
$free.
Recommended for ages 2 to 5.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 985-5227.
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August 4, 11, 18, and 25, Mondays
POETRY AT THE SQUARE
Amazement Square.
Join us every Monday in August at 2 pm for a special poetry presentation and the opportunity to create your own original poems.
Imagination Studio at Amazement Square.
Directions: 27 Ninth Street, Lynchburg.
2pm.
Email: visitus@amazementsquare.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: (434) 845-1888.
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Wednesdays in July and August
SPRING HILL SUMMER STORYTIME
Spring Hill Baptist Church.
Each session will end with a simple craft to take home. No registration required. Parents and children ages 0 to 5 years old.
Spring Hill Baptist Church.
Directions: 2620 Frays Mill Road, Ruckersville, VA.
10am.
$ free.
All ages welcome.
Contact: Allison Mitchell.
Email: chellmimi@gmail.com.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 973-7473.
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September 3 & 4, Wednesday & Thursday
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Enjoy stories, cookies and stickers at the Storytime Theatre at Barnes & Noble.
Jr. Department of Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Directions: 1035A Emmet Street Barracks Road Shopping Center.
11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
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September 10 & 11, Wednesday & Thursday
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Enjoy stories, cookies and stickers at the Storytime Theatre at Barnes & Noble.
Jr. Department of Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Directions: 1035A Emmet Street at Barracks Road Shopping Center.
11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
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September 17 & 18, Wednesday & Thursday
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Enjoy stories, cookies and stickers at the Storytime Theatre at Barnes & Noble. On the 18th, children can enjoy a visit from very special guests - the Backyardigans!
Jr Department of Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Directions: 1035A Emmet Street at Barracks Road Shopping Center.
11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
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September 18 & 25, Thursdays
PRESCHOOL POWER
JMRL - Central Library.
A 30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun for ages 3, 4, and 5 year olds ONLY, without adults or younger siblings, please.
Central Library.
11:30am.
$free.
Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-7151.
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September 24 & 25, Wednesday & Thursday
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Enjoy stories, cookies and stickers at the Storytime Theatre at Barnes & Noble.
Jr. Department of Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Directions: 1035A Emmet Street Barracks Road Shopping Center.
11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
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September 18 & 25, Thursdays
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
JMRL - Gordon Avenue Library.
Designed for independent 3 - 5 year olds who are ready to enjoy storytime on their own.
Gordon Avenue Library.
10:30am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 296-5544.
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September 18 and 25, Thursdays
TODDLER TIME
JMRL - Central Library.
A fun-filled program of stories, songs, and fingerplays for children who are 2 years old with an accompanying adult.
Central Library.
10am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-7151.
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September 6, 13, 20 & 27, Saturdays
DROP-IN STORYTIME
JMRL - Gordon Avenue Library.
Thirty minutes of stories, songs, and fun. Designed for ages 3 - 5, but all ages are welcome.
Gordon Avenue Library.
11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 296-5544.
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September 15, 22 & 29, Mondays
MOTHER GOOSE TIME
JMRL - Central Library.
A special program of simple stories, rhymes, and songs for young children with an accompanying caregiver. 10am walkers, 11am prewalkers.
Central Library.
10am and 11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-7151.
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September 15, 22 & 29, Mondays
MOTHER GOOSE TIME
JMRL - Gordon Avenue Library.
For ages 6 - 24 months. Join us at for our special program of simple stories, rhymes, and songs for our youngest patrons and an accompanying caregiver. Registration for the eight week session is required and begins on Monday, August 25.
Gordon Avenue Library.
10am and 11am.
$free.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 296-5544.
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September 16, 23, & 30, Tuesdays
2'S AND 3'S TOGETHER
JMRL - Gordon Avenue Library.
A 30-minute program of stories, songs, fingerplays, and simple crafts designed for 2 and 3 year olds with an accompanying adult. No younger siblings, please. Registration for the eight week session is required and begins on Monday, August 25.
Gordon Avenue Library.
10:30am.
$free.
Recommended for ages 2 to 3.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 296-5544.
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Call for dates
KINDERPRAISE
Spring Hill Baptist Church.
KinderPraise is for children 3 years old through kindergarten. It is a parent-child worship and praise musical experience. Praise God through music and creative movement. Great quality time together with your little one.
Spring Hill Baptist Church.
Directions: 29 north 4 miles past Airport Road, then left on Frays Mill Rd. (641) toward Advance Mills. Church is 1/3 mile on the right..
5pm.
$ free.
All ages welcome.
Contact: Christy Ferguson.
Email: smerguson@earthlink.net.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 973-0140.
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Ongoing
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME READINGS
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library.
All of our area libraries have great ongoing storytimes scheduled for infants to preschoolers. Each library has a unique line up of times and age accommodations. Look to the library to find a large array of schedules for age-grouped ongoing storytimes. There's a special storytime happening almost every day of the week!
$free.
For details, please click this link.
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STORYTIME EVENTS
In addition to all of the regular storytimes planned around town each week there are sometimes extra special events. Look to "Storytime Events" above to find visits from costumed characters, theme parties, live storytimes on the radio, and more.
For details, please click this link.
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Ongoing, Sundays
TELL US A TALE RADIO SHOW
University of Virginia's WTJU fm 91.1.
An outstanding radio program of storytelling and music for children hosted by the Peter Jones. Peter also works with local school children to produce special programs.
12noon - 2pm.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 924-0885.
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Ongoing, Saturdays
STORYTIME IN SPANISH! WITH SPANISH-SPEAKING READERS / *LA HORA DE LOS CUENTOS EN ESPANOL! CON LECTOR
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library.
*La hora de los cuentos en espanol! con lectores hispanoparlantes* en la Biblioteca Central 201 E. Market Street, Charlottesville Para mas informacion, se ruega llamar al 979 7151 ext 300. With Spanish-speaking readers. For the whole family!
Central Library.
Directions: 201 E. Market Street.
10:30 AM..
$Free.
All ages welcome.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 979-7151 ext. 3.
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September 2 & 3, Tuesday & Wednesday
OPEN AUDITIONS FOR THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
Old Michie Theatre.
The Old Michie Theatre will hold open auditions for children and teenagers ages 6-17 for its fall production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The play is an adaptation by Bernice Bronson of the Washington Irving classic, and will be performed October through November.
Old Michie Theatre.
Directions: At 221 East Water Street, directly across from the Water Street parking garage in downtown Charlottesville.
4:30 to 6pm.
$free.
Recommended for ages 6 to 17.
For details, please click this link.
For more info call: 977-3690.
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THEATRE AND DANCE CLASSES AND PERFORMANCE GROUPS
Charlottesville-Albemarle is filled with talent! Your young dancer or actor is sure to find a class or group to enjoy. Look to our AF Guide to Kids Recreation Year-Round to find many terrific organizations offering dance classes and theatre classes. Also, watch the Family Events and Festivals Calendar for specific performances and review the AK Guide to Family Fun Year-Round to see which groups do shows for families.
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