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Things to do

Thursday, Jan 23rd

Skiing | Wintergreen Skiing | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Price Varies

Little Naturalist | Ivy Creek Natural Area | 10:00 AM | FREE | Ages 3 - 5, Registration Preferred

Preschool Storytime | Crozet Library | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE | For 2- to 5-year-olds with an accompanying adult.

Play and Learn | Waynesboro Library | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | FREE | Ages 0 - 4

Trivia | Potter's Craft Cider | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE

Karaoke | Delly Up | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE

Book Club:  A Court of Mist & Fury | Bold Rock Cidery | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE

Crozet Trails Run | Starr Hill Brewery | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | FREE

Trivia | Bottles | 7:00 PM | FREE

UVA Women's Basketball vs. Georgia Tech (ACC) | John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Price varies

Friday, Jan 24th

Baby and Toddler Story TIme | Waynesboro Library | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE | Ages 0 - 3

Block Play | Crozet Library | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Free | Ages 6-35 months;
registration requested

Children's Chess Club | Waynesboro Library | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | FREE | Ages 0 -12

Live Music: Matthew O'Donnell | Potter's Craft Cider | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE

Karaoke | Grace Estate Winery | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE

Live Music:  Chickenhead Blues Band | Glass House Winery | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE | New Orleans boogie-woogie, upbeat, rhythm and blues

Italian Cuisine Cooking Class | Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards | 6:00 PM | $180

Disney Trivia | Bold Rock Cidery | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE |test your knowledge of Disney classics, Pixar favorites, and everything in between

Fourth Fridays Under the Stars | Ivy Creek Natural Area | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE | Cloudy skies cancel.

Live Music: Gone Country | Pro Re Nata - PRN | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | $10 at the door

Live Music: Carbon Leaf | Basic City Beer Co. | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | $30

Live Music: Far Away | The Edge at Wintergreen Resort | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | FREE

Saturday, Jan 25th

Gun Show | Augusta Expo Center | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | $10

Birding: Dutch Gap Conservation Area | Piedmont Virginia Birding Club | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | FREE | Visit a location prized in the birding community for great duck viewing opportunities in the winter season

Sew a Story - Snowman, Snowman! | Crozet Library | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | FREE | Ages 3-6 and a caregiver.  Required registration begins January 13.

Railroad Train Exhibit | Augusta County Railroad Museum | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | FREE

Live Music at The Edge: Alex Arbaugh | The Edge at Wintergreen Resort | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | FREE

Evening Bird Hike | Ivy Creek Natural Area | 4:00 PM | FREE | Registration Required

Wine Karaoke | Common Wealth Crush Co. | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM | $25

Live Music: Paxton Henderson Trio | Potter's Craft Cider | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE

Comedy Show | SolArt Center | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | $15 at the door | 5 comics -  Janie Chapel, Sam Spears, Mitchell Paige, Gunnar Caine, and Travis Valle

Drag BINGO | Bar Botanical | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | $15 a

Line Dancing | Pro Re Nata - PRN | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | $5 Cover (Family Friendly)

Live Music: Dara James & The Soul Disciples | Basic City Beer Co. | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | FREE

Live Music at The Edge: Haze and Dacey | The Edge at Wintergreen Resort | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | FREE

Sunday, Jan 26th

Speaker Series: Lessons of Failure | St. Paul's Episcopal Ivy | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE

Gun Show | Augusta Expo Center | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | $10

Once Upon A Find Pop Up: Valentine's | Mudhouse Coffee | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Valentine finds and game-night specials!

Pickleball | Ridgeview Park | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | FREE | Drop In's Welcome

Curated & Crafted Market | Grace Estate Winery | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Each month, discover a fresh lineup of local artisans, thrift treasures, and one-of-a-kind vendors, all while enjoying the charm of Grace Estate Winery.

Storytelling: New Beginnings Hosted by Cville Stories | Batesville Market | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | FREE | Cville Stories is a vibrant personal storytelling event

Live Music:  Louis Smith | Glass House Winery | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | FREE

UVA Women's Basketball vs. Louisville (ACC) | John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ) | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Price varies

Live Music: BRIMS Ceol and Ceili | Potter's Craft Cider | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | FREE

Monday, Jan 27th

Skiing and Tubing | Wintergreen Skiing | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Price Varies

Yarns of Love | Waynesboro Library | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | FREE

Tuesday, Jan 28th

Play and Learn | Waynesboro Library | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE | Ages 0 - 4

Children's Building Club | Waynesboro Library | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | FREE | Ages 6-12

Stitches Handcraft Group | Crozet Library | 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM | FREE | Ages 8 - Adult

Chess Club | Waynesboro Library | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | FREE

Animanga | Crozet Library | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | FREE

Trivia Night | Starr Hill Brewery | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE | Food truck: Potlucky

Open Mic Comedy Night | Brick's Restaurant and Pub | 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM | FREE | Sign-ups start at 7:30pm and the mic starts at 8:30pm

Wednesday, Jan 29th

Preschool Story Time | Waynesboro Library | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Free | Ages 3 - 5

Indoor Farm, Craft & Art Markets | Rockfish Valley Community Center | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | FREE

Line Dancing Class | Rockfish Valley Community Center | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | $10 | Drop-ins welcome

French Cuisine Cooking Class | Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards | 6:00 PM | $180

Paint n' Sip: Forest Campfire Pint Glass | Pro Re Nata - PRN | 6:00 PM | $42

Yellowstone Themed Trivia Night | Seven Arrows Brewing Company | 7:00 PM | FREE | Signups start at 6:30

BINGO, Beers, and Brewhaha | Starr Hill Brewery | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE | There will be prizes, laughs and more! With guest host Tyler Rich!!!!

Planning Ahead

Valentine’s Wine Dinner | Veritas Vineyard and Winery | Feb 14th | 7 PM | $150

Valentine’s Dinners | Restoration at Old Trail | Feb 14th & 15th | 5 - 9 PM | Price Varies

This is a static newsletter, but life isn’t. Check the venue’s website to make sure the event is still happening before heading out with your family.

Our Town

Old Trail Soccer Club: Spring 2025 Registration Now Open! - Get ready to kick off the Spring 2025 season with Old Trail Soccer Club! Registration is officially open, so don’t miss the chance to join this exciting 8-week soccer program.

Season Details

• Duration: March 15th – May 10th

• No Soccer: March 29th (Spring Break)

• Location: Old Trail Soccer Fields

• Ages: 3–6 are welcome to join in our 8-week program!

Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, Old Trail Soccer Club offers a fun and supportive environment for players of all skill levels.

They are also looking for volunteer coaches to make this season a success! Please consider stepping up to help—your time and effort will make a big difference.

Secure your spot now and enjoy a season filled with teamwork, skill-building, and fun. Register here.

Albemarle County's Tax Base Grows 5.1% Following Annual Reassessment - The county's total taxable value has increased by 5.1% for 2025, as revealed in the annual reassessment announced Wednesday. White Hall district assessments matched the county average, rising by 5.1%.

Taxpayers will receive notices by mail beginning January 24, with updated assessment data available online on January 26.

Make Valentine’s Day Plans Before It’s Too Late

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and it’s time to lock in your plans before everything fills up. Two standout options in Crozet—Veritas Vineyard and Winery and Restoration at Old Trail—are hosting memorable dinners that are sure to impress.

Veritas Vineyard & Winery

Friday, February 14th, with Veritas’ Valentine’s Wine Dinner. Starting at 7:00 p.m., this elegant evening will feature:

• Dancing to set the mood.

• Sparkling wine to toast your love.

• A romantically-themed menu crafted to delight.

Tickets are $150 per person. Don’t wait—purchase your tickets here.

Restoration at Old Trail

Join Restoration at Old Trail for their special Valentine’s dinners on Friday, February 14th, and Saturday, February 15th, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Whether you’re treating your sweetheart or bringing the whole family, you’ll enjoy:

• A thoughtfully prepared à la carte menu by Restoration’s chefs.

• The regular kids’ menu, so no one is left out.

View the menu or book your reservations here.

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