Events

Every artist has to start somewhere. This beginner class will breakdown how to take a blank canvas, paint, and a brush to create a masterpiece to take home and display. No previous experience or artistic ability required. Come join us on Tuesday, February 9 from 1 pm-3 pm. Register in Advance.

Students will learn basic chords, basic note reading, introduction to scales, and reading tablature. As well as, chord symbols, parts of the guitar, guitar tuning techniques, and be introduced to various songs designed to build familiarity and confidence. Participants will need to bring an acoustic guitar and a tuner. Picks and workbooks will be provided. […]

Join us and encourage your child’s natural curiosity. Their brains have an innate need for exploration and observation. They will get a magnifying glass of their very own to take home. Using critical-thinking and fine-motor skills we will open up a whole new world for your child to see. Then, come on out on Wednesday, […]

Dig up your dirt and have a Naturalist with Lynchburg Parks and Rec walk you through the steps of testing your own soil to find out what you can grow. In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we invite all ages to dig deep into the science of soils. Each […]

To commemorate Galentine’s Day, enjoy a female-centric painting class to celebrate the ladies in your life. Bring a sister, best friend, daughter, or mother to learn the unique art of acrylics and wax! Each participant will learn how to layer wax upon the canvas, and how to mix and marble colors to pop against the […]

Dig up your dirt and have a Naturalist with Lynchburg Parks and Rec walk you through the steps of testing your own soil to find out what you can grow. In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we invite all ages to dig deep into the science of soils. Each […]

Enjoy a fun, dynamic Valentine’s date night! Couples will learn the art of swing dance and connection with their partner through dance. Participants will enjoy an hour step by step lesson by instructor Timothy Rosales, as well as an hour of open dance time after the lesson. Couples will be socially distanced from other couples […]

Carol Tucker will serenade with her renditions of the songs we fell in love too. Come join us on Friday, February 12 from 7 pm-8 pm. Register in Advance.

Bond with your daughters in ballet and modern dance classes that will explore creativity, balance, grace, and more! Barefoot or dance shoes recommended. Wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. Dads and daughters must register separately. Join us on Saturday, February 13 from 10 am-11 am. Register in Adv.

Calling all dads and daughters to come out and have a unique opportunity to bond! All through Afro-Caribbean and Hip-Hop dance. Dancers will be barefoot. Comfortable clothing recommended. Dads and daughters must register separately. Come join us on Saturday, February 13 from 11 am-12 pm. Register in Advance.

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation will be closed on the following date: February 15th. The department will resume its regular hours on Tuesday, 2/16/2021.