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Magic Tree House Adventure Camp
Magic Tree House Adventure Camp
Adventure back to a time of dinosaurs, knights, princesses, pirates, Ancient Rome, and Ancient Greece! Join siblings Jack and Annie of the Magic Tree House chapter book series for this week of camp! After reading the first two chapters of a different book each day, campers will partake in STEAM activities that follow the books’ […]
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Acrylic Pouring
Acrylic Pouring
Learn the step by step basics of a unique painting technique that creates marbleized effects, rich color pallets, and unique patterns such as bubbles, ripples, and webs! Each participant will walk away with 3 completed canvases. Join us Thursday, July 29th from 6-9 pm. Register by 7/26.
Rain Barrel Workshop
Rain Barrel Workshop
Collecting rainwater from your roof to use on your garden or lawn helps the environment and saves you money on your water bill! In this workshop, you’ll get hands on experience building a rain barrel and learn how to install and maintain it. Water barrels can be purchased at the workshop for $50 each, payable […]
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Parking Lot Trivia Night/ British Invasion
Parking Lot Trivia Night/ British Invasion
Experience the British Invasion! Show off your knowledge of British music and culture during an exciting game of trivia in the rear parking lot of the Templeton Center. British born and raised, Daniel Kepel, will sing classic songs of the Beatles, the Kinks, and more. Fabulous and eccentric attire encouraged. Bring a lawn chair. Parking […]
Owl Prowl
Owl Prowl
270 degrees, that’s how far an owl can rotate its head! A the sun sets explore the trails of Peaks View Park with a naturalist. Learn other interesting facts and how the dark affects our senses. We will be playing owl calls in hope they call back. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Join […]
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Fish Filleting
Fish Filleting
Join Marsh Roots Seafood Company to learn the basics of how to fillet a fish. Lesson will include knife safety, how to prepare the fresh fish, and how to slice whole fillets. Each participant will receive their own fillet knife, cutting board to take home, and fillets cut during class. Join us on Tuesday, August […]
2 events,
Bake with Me: Breakfast Muffins
Bake with Me: Breakfast Muffins
Bake with your preschooler and leave the mess behind! Need an easy breakfast treat? Learn to make healthy and yummy muffins for an easy, quick breakfast. Join us Wednesday, August 4th from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by 8/1.
Archery Mini-Camp
Archery Mini-Camp
Set-up. Aim. Release! Hit the range and learn more than just the safety and basics of shooting! Learn to identify the parts of a bow and arrow, how to maintain a bow, and how to repair an arrow. Spend time on the range perfecting your shot and competing against other archers in games and mini-competitions. […]
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Saving the Bay at Your Kitchen Sink
Saving the Bay at Your Kitchen Sink
Disposing of liquid waste down the sewer drain can create a sticky situation. Some kitchen waste can wreak havoc in your pipes and in the city sewer system. Lilly Meighan, Education and Outreach Coordinator for Lynchburg Water Resources, will discuss kitchen waste products and how to locally dispose of them in the most environmentally friendly […]
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Kids Night Out
Kids Night Out
Drop off the kiddos for a fun-filled evening at the Rec Center and enjoy a night out! A Croods 2 movie themed evening with a pizza dinner, crafts, games, and snacks! Movie will be shown on the big screen in the Miller Theater. Price is per child. Join us on Friday, August 6th from 5:30-9:30 […]
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Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification Course
Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification Course
Who should take this class? Any Lifeguard Instructors who need their skills tested in order to renew their certifications. Participants must pass a final written test and skills challenge in order to obtain certification. Certifications are valid for two years. Join us on Saturday, August 7th from 12-6 pm. Register by 3 days in advance.
Fungal Forest: Youth Mushroom Workshop
Fungal Forest: Youth Mushroom Workshop
Discover mycological education with an outdoor class on fungi and a scavenger hunt designed to encourage youth to observe and interact with the different types of fungi. Participants will learn the differences between fungi and plants, the multiple ways fungi grow, different types of fungi, and ultimately why fungi are important to the forest ecosystem. […]
Great Cardboard Boat Race
Great Cardboard Boat Race
Design, build, race, (and most likely) sink! Join us and our new partner the Mighty James River Company in our 3rd annual race to the finish line! Boats must be crewed by a one or two-person team. Awards will be given out for fastest and most creative boats plus the most dramatic sinking. Join us […]
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Intermediate Pottery
Intermediate Pottery
Intermediate potters will hone in on wheel-throwing and handbuilt techniques utilizing the hand-over-hand teaching method. Potters will work on individual projects with specialized instruction. Previous pottery experience required. Join us starting on August 11, 2021, from 6-9 pm through September 29, 2021. Register 3 days in advance.
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Lavender for Home and Health
Lavender for Home and Health
Lavender has been used for centuries from aromatics in teas and jellies to home remedies for sleeplessness and skin care. Learn the basic properties and uses in culinary, aromatherapy, and skin care from Bonnie of Evergreen Lavender Farm. Participants will make a lavender room spray and sachet during class. Join us on Thursday, August 12th […]
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Sourdough Pizza Making
Sourdough Pizza Making
Join us for a fun summer evening making pizza outdoors! Baker and pizza maker Michael Grantz of Great Day Gardens will introduce a basic sourdough crust recipe and demonstrate how he bakes pizzas using live fire in an outdoor wood-fired oven. Learn techniques on how to make delicious pizza pie in a home oven. Leave […]
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Ladies Night Out: Stroll with S’mores
Ladies Night Out: Stroll with S’mores
See the trails of Blackwater Creek under a new light, or should we say a lack of light? Drop the kids off at the babysitter and come enjoy a relaxing 3-mile stroll as the sun sets. Unwind from the long week by listening to the sounds of the night and learn who is making each […]
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Evening Acrylics: Wildflowers
Evening Acrylics: Wildflowers
Geared towards beginner and intermediate artists, create lovely wildflowers in acrylics on an 8×10 canvas. All supplies provided. Register 3 days in advance. Join us on Monday, August 23rd from 6:30-8 pm.
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Mycology Basics
Mycology Basics
Join Patrick Mitchell of the Blue Ridge Mycological Society in a presentation on mycology. Participants will learn about mushrooms, fungi, their importance, basic mushroom identification, and voucher info system. The presentation will conclude with a bolete filter demonstration and a Q&A session. Join us Friday, August 27th from 6-8 pm. Register by 8/24.
Senior Softball Evening Pick-Up Game
Senior Softball Evening Pick-Up Game
Still working and can’t make our morning 50+ softball games? We have added an evening date for you to come out and join us. This game is geared towards older adults and allows you to participate in exciting and friendly softball with field modifications to help prevent injuries. Join us Friday, August 27th from 6-8:30 […]
2 events,
Mycology Foray
Mycology Foray
Explore local forest areas to discover the magic of mycology! Receive a brief lesson on mushroom identification, collection protocol and forest etiquette before heading out to observe and collect specimen. Gathered specimen will be brought back to the I.D. table for analysis. Location will be sent out the week before program to ensure maximum mycological […]
Paddle the James
Paddle the James
Paddle a canoe under Langley Fountain exploring the James river up to the Scotts Mill Dam. Meet an American Canoe Association certified guide at the Lynchburg City Boat Ramp for a morning on the water with a little history and a whole lot of fun. Some canoeing experience is required; check-out our Canoeing 101 class. […]
2 events,
Oil Painting Express
Oil Painting Express
Make a landscape scene come alive as local artist, Rodney Laughon, instructs participants step-by-step how to paint in oils on canvas. Students can bring their own brushes. Join us on Tuesday, August 31st from 1:30-4:30 pm. Register by two days in advance.
Archery Open Range
Archery Open Range
Want to practice and improve your archery skills? This is a chance to practice on targets and improve your form and accuracy with guidance from a USA Archery certified instructor. Previous archery experience required. All equipment provided. Join us on Tuesday, August 31st from 6-7 pm. Register by two days before the open range.
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Watercolors Express: Summer Watering Can
Watercolors Express: Summer Watering Can
Integrate new watercolor techniques and skills with local artist Betty Leary. All supplies provided. Join us on Thursday, September 2nd from 1:30 - 3:30 pm. Register two days in advance.