Announcements

Piedmont Housing Alliance is a nonprofit in Charlottesville that works to create affordable housing opportunities and build stronger communities.

They are having an anniversary event called “Beyond 40: Celebrating Four Decades of Impact.” This gathering will recognize over 40 years of their organization’s work. The event will take place on Saturday, May 10th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Jefferson School City Center, located at 233 4th St NW in Charlottesville. This occasion will bring together community leaders, partners, residents, and supporters. Proceeds from sponsorships for this event support our ongoing efforts in developing and preserving affordable housing. More information is online at piedmonthousingalliance.org/beyond40.

The Blue Ridge Irish Music School (BRIMS) – a nonprofit educational organization based in Charlottesville. This year BRIMS is celebrating 25 years of bringing Irish music, dance and song to the Charlottesville community through classes, concerts and social events.  On Saturday, May 10th at 6:00 p.m., BRIMS is presenting a reunion concert at Potter’s Craft Cider. The concert will feature BRIMS’ students, teachers, and friends from throughout the past 25 years performing Irish music, dance, and song to commemorate this milestone.

The Elizabeth River Project is an environmental non-profit in Hampton Roads with a mission to restore the health of the Elizabeth River by working with our neighbors, businesses, and governments. They welcome you to visit their Ryan Resilience Lab, designed to model sustainable building solutions to adapt to climate change and rising sea levels, from stormwater recapture and reuse, solar array, native plantings, and a living shoreline.

You can learn more and see upcoming environmental programs at ElizabethRiver.org.

IX Arts Foundation welcomes you to immerse yourself in art this Spring at IX Art Park in downtown Charlottesville on Saturday May 24th and Sunday, May 25th for the 5th annual Charlottesville Arts Festival.

More than 50 artisans will showcase their work in painting, photography, ceramics, jewelry, woodworking, and more.

This family-friendly event will feature live demonstrations and workshops that aim to spark creativity, live music and performances, and more.

More information is online at ixartpark.org

Crozet Arts and Crafts Festivals welcome you to bring your whole family out to Crozet Park on Mother’s Day weekend – May 9th-11th – for the 45th Annual Crozet Spring Arts and Crafts Festival.

This celebrated tradition will feature over 130 artists and crafters, food trucks, a kids area, Mother’s Day activities, live music all weekend including a performance by The Judy Chops, and more. All proceeds from our event benefit non-profit and community owned Crozet Park.

You can learn more and purchase your tickets online at crozetfestival.com.

Rooster Walk, inviting you to bring your family and friends to the 15th annual Rooster Walk Music & Arts Festival in Martinsville. Rooster Walk will take place over Memorial Day Weekend, May 22nd through 25th, at Pop’s Farm, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. You can enjoy a weekend of live music, camping, outdoor adventures, healing arts, family programming, food and drink. Proceeds from the festival go to a memorial scholarship fund, public school band programs and local charities. RoosterWalk.com has all the info, including the full band lineup.

Valley Supportive Housing in Staunton is a nonprofit organization that provides affordable housing to individuals with serious mental illness. They currently have 68 subsidized apartments and the majority of their tenants have come out of homelessness.

They’re hosting a benefit concert at the Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton on Sunday, May 18th at 7PM featuring Knoxville Music Hall of Fame member and Virginia native Scott Miller with special guests Boxcar Speakeasy.

Proceeds from this event go towards Valley Supportive Housing’s efforts to provide affordable, safe housing and supportive services for those with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or substance use issues.

craveABLEs is a nonprofit based in Lynchburg whose mission is to provide supportive employment to individuals with intellectual disabilities. They are hosting their first annual craveABLEs Cup miniature golf fundraiser on Saturday May 17th at Tiny Town Golf in Lynchburg. Teams of 4 can enjoy 18 holes of golf, a bbq lunch, and of course craveABLEs ice cream. All proceeds help support their mission and allow them to continue to change lives one scoop at a time. 

Richmond Performing Arts Alliance is a nonprofit that supports the artists of today, nurtures the artists of tomorrow, and provides spaces for the arts to thrive. They’re closing out their season with the Lights Up! Grand Finale at Dominion Energy Center on Saturday, May 10th at 10am. This open-house style event includes performances, visual and performing arts workshops for youth of all ages, and a resource fair with local performing arts organizations.

The Richmond Bluegrass Jam welcomes you to join them on Saturday, May 3rd, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. for their fourteenth annual event featuring 20 local bluegrass and Americana bands playing on three stages. Open jam areas will also be available.

The event will take place at American Legion Post 354 in Midlothian, on the banks of the James River, and all proceeds go to support military families through the Richmond Fisher House and Liberation Veteran Services. The Fisher House is a home away from home for the families of veterans and active-duty soldiers recuperating at Richmond VA Medical Center. Liberation Veteran Services provides homeless veterans with shelter, meals, counseling, and employment training.