Weekend happenings

Thursday, July 2

  • Drum Life Drum Circle at the Scottsville Library from 10-10:45am. All ages are invited to be part of an energizing and uplifting drum circle- no experience necessary! Johannes Quilitz will guide participants in an interactive experience with drums, shakers, tambourines, guiros and more. Visit jmrl.org for more information.
  • Live music featuring Jim Richardson at Eastwood Farm and Winery from 5-8pm. Enjoy Community Day with $5 pours of beer and cider! More details at eastwoodfarmandwinery.com.
  • Chair Yoga Thursdays at Scottsville Baptist Church from 5:45-6:30pm. For more information, contact Teresa Morris at (434) 365-0521.
  • All-Level Djembe and Dunun Class at the Scottsville Center for the Arts and the Natural Environment from 6:30-8:00 pm. levels of experience welcome and some loaner drums available. RSVP to reserve a drum.

Friday, July 3

  • Fourth of July Celebration at the town of Scottsville from 8am-dusk. Presented by the Scottsville Volunteer Fire Department and town of Scottsville. Events include the parade, farmer’s market, live music featuring Cake Fight and Drew Pace, food trucks and activities at Dorrier Park, and the evening-ended fireworks display! Stop by visitscottsville.org for details.
  • Beer Flight Fridays at Mount Ida Reserve Tasting Room and Taphouse from 12-6pm. Every Friday, taste four Mount Ida brews for half off a flight! Details at mountidareserve.com.
  • Live music featuring Sh’Boom at Hardware Hills Vineyard at 3pm. Make the most of this holiday weekend! Visit hardwarehills.com for more information.
  • Happy Hours at Mount Ida Reserve Tasting Room and Taphouse from 4-6pm.Meet up at the Brewer’s Bar for specials on drinks and small plates! Details at mountidareserve.com.
  • Virginia Oyster & Wine Celebration with live music featuring Matthew O’Donnell at Eastwood Farm and Winery from 5-8pm. Enjoy delicious oysters, good tunes and wine! More details at eastwoodfarmandwinery.com.
  • Live JAM Night at James River Brewery starting at 7pm. Join and possibly get on the lineup with a paid gig! Visit jrbrewery.com for more details.

Saturday, July 5

  • Scottsville Farmer’s Market at the Pavillion from 9am-1pm. Visit new and existing vendors selling produce from vegetables and fruit to eggs to sourdough bread with delicious jams, jellies and pickles to pair, as well as amazing handmade artisan creations and helpful information from nonprofit organizations, kid’s activities and live music. For more information, contact Amelie Morse at svillemarketmanager@gmail.com.
  • Stone Carving Class at the Art Tent of the Scottsville Farmer’s Market from 10-11:30am. Learn to split blocks, carve letters, sculpt 3D creations and create bas relief sculptures from stone carver and sculptor Bethany Lee. Email belart@belfineart.com to purchase tickets.
  • Lobsterpalooza at Eastwood Farm and Winery from 12-4pm. Continue to holiday vibes with a special Lobster Roll Pop-up by Salty Bottom Blue and live music featuring Meisha Herron. More details at eastwoodfarmandwinery.com.
  • Introduction to Life Drawing Series at the Scottsville Center for Nature and Arts’ Gallery on Valley from 4-6pm. Join Kiana Parker to study and develop your drawing skills. Series of 4 classes. Ages 16 and older. Purchase tickets at svilleartsandnature.org.
  • Happy Hours at Mount Ida Reserve Tasting Room and Taphouse from 4-6pm.Meet up at the Brewer’s Bar for specials on drinks and small plates! Details at mountidareserve.com.
  • Eastwood after Dark featuring Kat & The Travelers at Eastwood Farm and Winery from 5-8pm. Gather your friends and family and join us on Saturday nights for live music that you’ll want to dance to. More details at eastwoodfarmandwinery.com.
  • Live music featuring Rural Folk Fiasco at James River Brewery starting at 5:30pm. Join  for an energetic show with lots of crowd participation! Visit jrbrewery.com for more details.

Sunday, July 6

  • Closing day of the FREEDOM exhibit at Gallery on Valley from 12-4pm. Don’t miss out on this exhibition of local art! Visit svilleartsandnature.org for more information.
  • Live music featuring Brian Franke at Eastwood Farm and Winery from 1-4pm. More details at eastwoodfarmandwinery.com.
  • Self Care Sunday at We Grow from 2-3:30pm. Join for a rejuvenating afternoon of self care where you can unwind, relax and learn natural ways to pamper yourself! Purchase tickets at wegrowshopva.com.
  • Bible Club at Fox Memorial Baptist Church from 4-6pm. All are welcome from ages 4-20 for classroom time, dinner and fun activities. Contact Mark Harris with questions at (434) 960-6151.

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