Events
Looking for something to do soon? GuildeHall’s event directory lists events hosted by Virginia’s nonprofits and community groups. Attending one of their events is a great way to support (and meet) your neighbors.
A guided paddle in a 13-person canoe on the tidal James River just below Richmond's rapids, with about an hour to an hour and a half on the water. Children must be with an adult, space is limited, and registration is required.
A guided walk led by the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards to look at the trees in their fall color. Walkers meet at the kiosk between the parking lot and the barn. Registration is through Eventbrite.
A club member leads a morning bird walk for birders of every level. The club has binoculars to lend, and no registration is needed. Walkers gather in the parking lot.
An afternoon walk at Biscuit Run led by the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards, with attention to the lesser-known corners of the property. Registration is through Eventbrite.
A charity golf tournament put on by the Knights of Columbus council, with sign-in and breakfast at 8 AM, a shotgun start at 10, and an awards ceremony and lunch after play. Proceeds benefit children's charities.
A guided walk on the trail along Lickinghole Creek in the Old Trail neighborhood, led by the Crozet Trails Crew. The walk starts at Western Park, where the trail on the left begins just after the bridge.
A forest ecology walk led by Nancy Weiss of the Jefferson Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society. It looks at how the trees, shrubs and wildflowers in the natural area's woods have changed over about eighty years, and covers winter tree identification. Walkers meet at the kiosk near the parking lot.
A morning bird walk at New Quarter Park listed by the Williamsburg Bird Club, free and open to the public, with children welcome. Walkers park in the lot near the park office, and binoculars can be borrowed from the office.
A club member leads a morning bird walk for birders of every level. The club has binoculars to lend, and no registration is needed. Walkers gather in the parking lot.
A guided walk of 45 to 65 minutes through the garden, covering current projects, seasonal changes and plans for the site. Registration is required in advance and the group is limited to 16.
A morning bird walk at New Quarter Park listed by the Williamsburg Bird Club, free and open to the public, with children welcome. Walkers park in the lot near the park office, and binoculars can be borrowed from the office.