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Keeping Your Plumbing Clear from the Holiday Cheer
Keeping Your Plumbing Clear from the Holiday Cheer
Large holiday meals can create large messes for the kitchen. Kitchen waste can create costly damage in your pipes and in our city sewers. Lilly Meighan, Outreach Coordinator for Lynchburg Water Resources, will discuss home waste products and how to locally dispose of them in the most environmentally friendly way. Register by 10/30.
Modern Line Dance
Modern Line Dance
Learn traditional and modern line dance routines from Latin, Country, Hip-Hop, Top 40, and more! Line dancing is a low-impact workout, with easy-to-follow low-impact movement that helps improve strength, coordination, and cardiovascular health. Get a great workout and a serious dose of fun every session! Class meets once a week for 60 minutes. Class is […]
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Charlottesville Shopping Spree
Charlottesville Shopping Spree
Take a day trip to Charlottesville’s Fashion Square Mall, to get any last-minute Christmas shopping done. Bus departs Templeton Center front parking lot at 8:30 am and will return by 5:00 pm. Join us Wednesday, November 3rd from 8:30 am- 5 pm.
Nature Toddler Series: Do you want to build a ….
Nature Toddler Series: Do you want to build a ….
No winter gloves are needed. Children will build a cotton ball snowman improving fine motor skills with this multimedia art project. Join us Wednesday, November 3rd from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by 10/31.
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Tea 101
Tea 101
Join Grains of Sense owner, Tom Hayman, for an introductory course on tea. Tom will share the benefits of different teas along with origins, history, and brewing techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to sample different teas and take home a packet of their favorite tea flavor. Join us Thursday, November 4th from 6-7:30 pm. […]
Ladies Night Out Series: Archery
Ladies Night Out Series: Archery
Challenge yourself by learning a new skill. Join USA Archery certified coaches to try your hand at shooting on a range as well as the layout of an archery range, safety, and the steps of shooting. Begin this lifetime sport now for the opportunity to make new friends, obtain a great upper-body workout, and the […]
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National Jersey Day: 9 & 10 years olds
National Jersey Day: 9 & 10 years olds
This session is for kids who are registering for our 9 & 10-year-old league (age as of 12/31/2021). Parents, if your child is new to our basketball league, please bring proof of age in the form of a birth certificate, passport, military id, or medical insurance card if it has the date of birth listed. […]
Couples Night Out Series: Painting for Two
Couples Night Out Series: Painting for Two
Date night is a great night to try something new. This couples’ painting class allows you to work together to create a romantic scene on 2 canvases to take home and display as one personal work of art. Casual dress is recommended. Price is per couple. Join us Friday, November 5th from 7-9 pm. Register […]
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Storm Water Landscaping
Storm Water Landscaping
The key to creating a truly resilient and sustainable stormwater management plan for your home landscape is to understand your site. The program will feature an interactive model and discussion of how stormwater flows through your yard. Participants will learn how to look at how water works in your home landscape and how it fits […]
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Bake with Me Series: Apple Pie Roll Ups
Bake with Me Series: Apple Pie Roll Ups
Learn a unique twist on a classic fall recipe with all the apple pie ingredients. This yummy snack is easy for anyone in the family to recreate. The recipe may contain nuts. Price per child, adult free. Join us Wednesday, November 10th from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by 11/7.
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Swirl Pots for Intermediate Potters
Swirl Pots for Intermediate Potters
Participants will be walked step by step through how to create a swirl pot, a thrown pot applied with colorful porcelain. Participants will enjoy weaving colored clay into their cylinders. Pots will be fired to be picked up the following week. Seating is limited. Join us Friday, November 12th from 6-8 pm. Register by 11/9.
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Veterans Appreciation Luncheon: Vets
Veterans Appreciation Luncheon: Vets
The 23rd Annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon will be hosted this year outside in beautiful and historic Miller Park. Join us at a safe distance as we salute the men and women who have so proudly served our country. Enjoy a BBQ picnic and patriotic program. Free to all Veterans with military ID. Non-veteran meal tickets […]
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Short Pump Shopping Spree
Short Pump Shopping Spree
Take a day trip to Short Pump Town Center, Richmond’s premier lifestyle Center, to get any last-minute Christmas shopping done. Bus departs Templeton Center front parking lot at 8:30 am and will return by 5:00 pm.
Holiday Soap Making
Holiday Soap Making
Get creative this holiday season and pour your own handmade soaps! Instructor, Karrye Flowers of Oshun Organics, will guide participants through the hands-on melt and pour method of soap making. Participants will walk away with nutrient-rich holiday-themed soap bars and instructions on how to do it at home. Join us Wednesday, November 17th from 6-8:30 […]
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Live Animal Meet and Greet
Live Animal Meet and Greet
Parks and Recreation Naturalist staff are offering an opportunity to get up close with our educational animals of the Nature Zone. The Nature Zone is home to reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, and more. A trained staff member will safely introduce the animals and educate them about their habitat and lifestyle. Feeling brave? You may even get […]
Afternoon Acrylics Series: Wild Turkey
Afternoon Acrylics Series: Wild Turkey
Safety is the top priority at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation as we continue to serve our community members with quality programs. We have implemented the following safety protocols for all our recreation programs: Assumption of Risk forms, health screening questions for participants, social distancing set-ups, face mask requirements, temperature checks, hand sanitation on-site, and thorough […]
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Rec Tech Series: Internet Basis
Rec Tech Series: Internet Basis
Receive one-on-one personalized technology coaching and support with the Rec Tech Help Desk. Choose from our menu of services: Email Basics iPad & Tablet Basics Smartphone Basics eBook & Audio Books Basics Zoom Basics Social Media Basics Call the Templeton Center to make an appointment at 434-455-4115 or register online. Time slots are 30 minutes […]
Evening Acrylics Series: Colorful Cornucopia
Evening Acrylics Series: Colorful Cornucopia
Safety is the top priority at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation as we continue to serve our community members with quality programs. We have implemented the following safety protocols for all our recreation programs: Assumption of Risk forms, health screening questions for participants, social distancing set-ups, face mask requirements, temperature checks, hand sanitation on-site, and thorough […]
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Nature Toddler Series: Snowflake Craft
Nature Toddler Series: Snowflake Craft
This winter activity using tape and paint will introduce symmetry and negative space to your toddlers. Join us Wednesday, December 1st from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by 11/28.
Fairview Fitness
Fairview Fitness
Enjoy these low-impact, self-paced classes with a fast, upbeat routine that helps trim and tone. Join us starting Wednesday, December 1st from 11:45 am - 12:30 pm through December 31st. Register by the first class.
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Watercolors Express Series: Holiday Cards
Watercolors Express Series: Holiday Cards
Integrate new watercolor techniques and skills with local artist Betty Leary. All supplies provided. Join us Thursday, December 2nd from 1:30-3:30 pm. Register by two days in advance.
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Fresh Greens Holiday Wreath Nature Walk & Craft
Fresh Greens Holiday Wreath Nature Walk & Craft
Create a beautiful holiday wreath to hang on your front door, using fresh greens, berries, ribbon, and your imagination. Participants will collect greenery on a naturalist lead walk prior to creating their wreath. Participants may bring additional seasonal items to add to the wreath. Join us Saturday, December 4th from 2-4 pm. Register by 12/1.
Fresh Greens Holiday Wreath Making
Fresh Greens Holiday Wreath Making
Create a beautiful holiday wreath to hang on your front door using fresh greens, berries, and ribbon. Participants may bring additional seasonal items to add to the wreath. All supplies included. Join us Saturday, December 4th from 5-7 pm. Register by 12/1.