Saving the Bay at Your Kitchen Sink
Templeton Senior Center 225 Wiggington Rd, Lynchburg, VA, United StatesDisposing 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 […]
Kids Night Out
Miller Center 301 Grove St., Lyncburg, VA, United StatesDrop 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 […]
Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification Course
Miller Park Pool 301 Grove Street - In the Park, Lynchburg, VA, United StatesWho 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
Riverside Park 2238 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VADiscover 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
Miller Park Pool 301 Grove Street - In the Park, Lynchburg, VA, United StatesDesign, 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 […]
Intermediate Pottery
Jackson Heights: Art Studio 720 Winston Ridge Rd, Lynchburg, VA, United StatesIntermediate 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.
Lavender for Home and Health
Miller Center 301 Grove St., Lyncburg, VA, United StatesLavender 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 […]
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 […]
DIY Nourishing Body Lotion
Miller Center 301 Grove St., Lyncburg, VA, United StatesMake lotion from scratch with ingredients that can be found in your kitchen! Instructor Karrye Flowers, of Oshun Organics, will guide participants to create safe and effective body lotion that will keep skin smooth and moisturized. Explore lotion scents to create a one of a kind skin cream. Walk away with body lotion and instructions […]
Ladies Night Out: Stroll with S’mores
Blackwater Creek VA, United StatesSee 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 […]