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Things to do

Thursday, Jan 30th

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

Story Time w/Ms. Amanda | Bluebird & Co. | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | FREE | Join Miss Amanda for story time with your kiddos, all ages.  Think movement, songs and stories

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

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

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

Trivia | Bottles | 7:00 PM | FREE

Karaoke | Brick's Restaurant and Pub | 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM | FREE

Friday, Jan 31st

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

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

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

Live Music:  Mojo Pie | Glass House Winery | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE

Karaoke Night | Pro Re Nata - PRN | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE

Live Music: Juliet McConkey & James Steinle | Batesville Market | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE

Winter Lecture Series: The Good and the Bad of Artificial Intelligence | The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | $10-$15

Karaoke w/Lane! | Starr Hill Brewery | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | FREE | Come show off your singing skills with your friends. The stage is yours here!

Live Music: Two Sides of Me (Metal Night) | Basic City Beer Co. | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | FREE | All Ages

Saturday, Feb 1st

First Saturday Bird Walk | Ivy Creek Natural Area | 7:30 AM | FREE | Birders of all levels are welcome.

Hike: Rocky Mount & Gap | Meetup | 7:30 AM | FREE | Registration Required Jan 31st

Pancake Breakfast | Rockfish Valley Community Center | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $8-$10 | Discounts For Kids

Exoticon Reptile Expo | Augusta Expo Center | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | $10/person

Winter Market | Rockfish Valley Community Center | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | RVCC Winter Markets for a wonderful showcase of local produce, meats, cheeses, jams, baked goods, plants, greenery, art, and handmade crafts.

Distribution Day | Crozet Cares Closet | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Charitable event

Concealed Carry Class |Waynesboro | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | $55

Lego Build | Waynesboro Library | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE | Children's Event

Rose's Inspiration Station Turns 1 | Piedmont Place Suite 202 | 10 AM- 2 PM | FREE | Thank you for a great first year. Join us for free crafts, treats, and prizes.

Story Time w. Anne Marie Pace | Bluebird & Co. | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | FREE | Registration Required

Scrabble Club | Waynesboro Library | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | FREE | 12 or older, and while registration is encouraged, it's not required.

Paws to Read with Hank | Crozet Library | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE | For Any Young Reader. Call the library at 434.823.4050 to register.

Crozet Spirits Loop | Crozet Trolley Company | 12:00 PM | $59

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

Tiny Felt Folk | Crozet Library | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | FREE | Ages 10-18. Come and make your own miniature doll using felt

Live Music: Alex Arbaugh | Blue Toad Hard Cider | 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM | FREE

UVA Men's Basketball vs. Virginia Tech (ACC) | John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ) | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Price varies

Roller Skating | Greenwood Community Center | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | $2-$3 | No Rollerblades, skates for rent

Live Music: Dropping Juilia | Potter's Craft Cider | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE

Live Music: Jim and Juice | Batesville Market | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM | $10

Swing, Boogie, and Ballroom Dance | Rockfish Valley Community Center | 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM | $10/person

Live Music: Brisk 90's Rock Bangers | Pro Re Nata - PRN | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | FREE

Improv Night | Silver Line Theatre Exchange | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | $10 cover

Live Music: Family Tradition (Hank Williams Jr. Tribute) | Basic City Beer Co. | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | $25

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

Sunday, Feb 2nd

Women's Ski Clinic | Wintergreen Skiing | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Provide Your Own Lift Ticket and Rentals | Registration Required

Speaker Series: Education as a Social Problem | St. Paul's Episcopal Ivy | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE

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

Mill Race Market | Deep Roots Milling | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Would you like to see one of the last commercially operated water powered mills in action? Join us at one of our monthly Mill Race Markets and take a step back in history.

Paint n' Sip Workshop | Hazy Mountain Vineyards & Brewery | 1:00 PM | $38

Live Music:  Midnight Buzz | Glass House Winery | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | FREE

Starr Hill Jam with Dan and Friends | Starr Hill Brewery | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | FREE

Monday, February 3rd

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

Monday Night Book Club: Trust by Hernan Diaz | Crozet Library | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE | Join this informal group for relaxed and stimulating book discussions.

Tuesday, February 4th

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

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

Crochet Club- Valentine Cat | Crozet Library | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | FREE

Open Mic Night | Seven Arrows Brewing Company | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE | Sign ups are from 6-7

Speaker Series: When, Where, and How to Prune | Piedmont Master Gardeners | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | FREE

Trivia Night | Starr Hill Brewery | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE | Gather your best team of up to 6 and belly up for your chance to win

Michael Jackson History Show: The Worlds Premier MJ Tribute Show | Wayne Theater | 8:00 PM | $59

Wednesday, Feb 5th

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

Cast Iron Cooking Class | Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards | 6:00 PM | $180

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

Sweetheart Scramble | Old Trail Golf | 2 PM | $35/Member $50/Guest | Entry fee covers 9 holes of golf with cart, prizes, and complimentary cocktail with appetizers during scoring. Feeling festive? Dress in your Valentine's Day best - the most creative/bright/fun outfit will be rewarded!

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.

Around Town

Rose's Inspiration Station Turns 1! - Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 1st, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, as Rose's Inspiration Station celebrates its first anniversary! Located in the Piedmont Place building right next to Crozet Creamery, this special event will feature free crafts, treats, and prizes to thank the community for an amazing year. Whether you're a regular visitor or new to the station, don’t miss this fun-filled celebration! For more details, visit https://www.rosesinspirationstation.com/firstbirthday. Spread the word and join the festivities!

Ivy House: A New Family Hub in Crozet - Looking for a spot where little ones can explore and parents can connect? Ivy House is here. Located in downtown Crozet, right next to the fire station, this family-friendly space is designed for parents and young kids (ages 0-6). Think: bright, Montessori-inspired indoor play areas for open-ended fun, plus outdoor spaces to spark curiosity and creativity.

But it’s not just about play—Ivy House also doubles as a versatile event space for birthdays, holidays, and gatherings.

What a fantastic addition to Crozet!

📍 Where: 5674 Three Notch’d Road, Crozet, VA 22932
📅 Hours: Open Play on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9am–1pm
💰 Cost: $15/day Drop-In (sibling discounts available)
💻 Learn more: IvyHousePlay.com

New Owner at Crozet Creamery! - Crozet Creamery has a new owner! Kurtis Gazin, a former teacher with restaurant experience, took over on January 1, 2025. He’s committed to keeping the Creamery’s beloved traditions alive while bringing fresh energy to the community.

The previous owners are supporting the transition through mid-February. Winter hours are 7 days/week, 12pm–8pm. Stop by, welcome the new owners, and enjoy a scoop of your favorite ice cream!

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