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Upcoming Events in October 2012
October 2
Woods Rogers Labor & Employment Seminar
This year's seminar will be packed with the attorneys you've grown to trust for up-to-date information in the labor & employment field. They'll provide you the resources to do your job better in the upcoming year. Reservations required.
Hours: 8:30am
Admission: $100 single admission; $60 for group of 3 or more
Location: Craddock Terry Hotel & Event Center, 1312 Commerce Street
P: 455-1500
October 5
First Fridays
Visit the many art galleries and the Lynchburg Museum for free every Frst Friday. The GLTC Art Trolley runs from 5-8pm to make it convienent for you to see as many of the galleries as you desire. The Galleries that usually participate are:
Downtown:
921 Main Street Fine Arts, 921 Main St.
Academy of Fine Arts, 600 Main St.
The Lynchburg Community Market, 1215 Main Street
The Art Box, 422 12th St.
Beeswax Candle Company 109 13th St.
Dance Theatre of Lynchburg, 722 Commerce St.
The Lynchburg Museum, 901 Court St.
The Legacy Museum, 403 Monroe Street
Michael Twery Artist Studio, 13th & Court Streets
Oxide Pottery, 1337 Main St.
Riverviews Artspace, 901 Jefferson St.
Omniterrum, 901 Jefferson St.
Rivermont:
Light Wings, 849 Belmont St.
Blackwater Creek Gallery, 845 Belmont St.
The Lynchburg Art Club, 1011 Rivermont Ave.
Rivermont Studio, 1204 Rivermont Ave.
Rivermont Avenue Baptist Church/Soul Café, 1301 Rivermont Avenue
View the Trolley Map and FAQs
Hours: 5pm-8pm
Admission: Free
Location: Downtown Lynchburg & Rivermont Area
P: (434) 528-3950
W: www.lynchslanding.com/events/firstfridaylynchburg
October 5
Naomi Amos and Noémi Lee Duo Piano Recital
Dynamic piano performance
Location: Lynchburg College, 1501 Lakeside Drive
W: www.lynchburgcollege.edu
October 5
Paula Poundstone
Poundstone's Academy of Fine Arts performance is a one night event that comedy lovers will not want to miss!
"Paula is that rare comic who doesn't rely on shock and personal destruction, but on intellegent, razor sharp observation and interplay with the audience," says David Jenkins, Executive Director of the Academy of Fine Arts.
Hours: 8pm
Admission: $36
Location: Academy of Fine Arts Warehouse, corner of Commerce & Fifth Streets
P: 846-TIXX
W: www.AcademyFineArts.com
October 7
Blessing of the Animals at Old City Cemetery
Sponsored by St. John's Episcopal Church.
Hours: 3pm-5pm
Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 13
The Lynchburg Walk to End Alzheimer's
Across the nation, people are stepping up for family and friends. They are leading the way and Walking to End Alzheimer's, the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S.
Sign up a team or join a team!
Hours: 8am
Location: Walk starts at Wyndhurst
W: www.lynchburgwalktoendalz.org
October 14
Bridal Expo
Brides and grooms have a lot to do to plan their big day. One visit to the Lynchburg Bridal Expo and you can plan it all! Meet with over 65 of the areas top wedding professionals. From wedding venues to photographers, from caterers to florists, you will find every vendor needed to help you with the biggest day of your life. So, mark your calendars now and get ready to PLAN!
Hours: 12 noon - 4pm
Location: Holiday inn Downtown Lynchburg
P: (434) 473-7319
E: info@lynchburgshows.com
W: www.lynchburgshows.com
October 17
Jones Memorial Library Lecture Series - “Jefferson’s Furnishings at Poplar Forest”
Gail Pond, “Jefferson’s Furnishings at Poplar Forest.” Letters, tax records, archaeology and family histories paint the picture of the furnishings that the Jefferson family used at Poplar Forest, his Bedford County retreat.
Hours: 5pm
Admission: Free
Location: Jones Memorial Library, 2311 Memorial Avenue
P: 846-0501
W: www.jmlibrary.org
E: refdesk@jmlibrary.org
October 17
YWCA Lunch & Learn: LGBT Youth Violence Prevention Forum
Learn about LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) Youth Violence Prevention in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Quillin Drew Musgrave, Chair of the LGBT Alliance and Manager of the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance's Training Institute, will share valuable information about how to support youth that identify as LGBT and help raise awareness of the violent acts that affect this specific demographic.
Hours: 12 Noon
Admission: Free and open to the public, but RSVP is required.
Location: YWCA, 626 Church Street
P: 528-1041
October 18
Candlelight Tours at Old City Cemetery
Actors in period costume portray true stories of Cemetery residents. Tours last approx. 1.5 hours, starting at 6:10 p.m. and run every 20 minutes until 7:50 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance: www.lynchburgtickets.com or call the Cemetery Center.
Hours: 6:10pm-7:50pm (Six tours nightly)
Admission: $15 adults; $10 students and children under 18
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 19
Candlelight Tours at Old City Cemetery
Actors in period costume portray true stories of Cemetery residents. Tours last approx. 1.5 hours, starting at 6:10 p.m. and run every 20 minutes until 7:50 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance: www.lynchburgtickets.com or call the Cemetery Center.
Hours: 6:10pm-7:50pm (Six tours nightly)
Admission: $15 adults; $10 students and children under 18
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 20
Candlelight Tours at Old City Cemetery
Actors in period costume portray true stories of Cemetery residents. Tours last approx. 1.5 hours, starting at 6:10 p.m. and run every 20 minutes until 7:50 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance: www.lynchburgtickets.com or call the Cemetery Center.
Hours: 6:10pm-7:50pm (Six tours nightly)
Admission: $15 adults; $10 students and children under 18
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 20
Cut-A-Thon at Zen Micro Spa and Salon
All proceeds for any haircuts performed on October 20, 2012 will be donated to the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Susan G. Koman for the Cure. Book your spot now!
Location: Zen Micro Spa and Salon, 1301 Main Street
P: 845-8888
October 20
Paper Shredding Event at Main Library
The Friends of the Lynchburg Public Library is hosting a paper shredding event!
Watch your old, outdated papers turned into confetti and help your community! Everyone is invited to bring their personal, legal and tax papers for shredding.
The cost is $10 for a standard copy paper box (cash or checks only). Staples and paper clips can be left attached. The shredding is done immediately, and you get to watch a video of the entire process while it’s happening.
Hours: 10am - 2pm
Location: Lynchburg Public Library, 2315 Memorial Avenue
P: 455-6310
October 20
Run for Their Lives - A 10K/5K Run/Walk & Youth Run
Run For Their Lives is a 10K race, 5k run/walk and Youth Run that spotlights sexual slavery worldwide. Entry fees will help build dorms and safehouses around the world and help to free women and children from sexual slavery and exploitation. Grab your friends, your co-workers, your family and get ready to Run for their Lives! This is an all ages event.
Hours: 8am to 11am
Admission: $24 entry fee
Location: Heritage High School, 3020 Wards Ferry Road
W: http://www.runfortheirlives.net/
October 21
Autumn Afternoon Tour at Old City Cemetery
Guided walking tour highlighting history and horticulture on the grounds near the peak of fall color.
Hours: 3pm
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 25
Candlelight Tours at Old City Cemetery
Actors in period costume portray true stories of Cemetery residents. Tours last approx. 1.5 hours, starting at 6:10 p.m. and run every 20 minutes until 7:50 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance: www.lynchburgtickets.com or call the Cemetery Center.
Hours: 6:10pm-7:50pm (Six tours nightly)
Admission: $15 adults; $10 students and children under 18
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 25
Ghosts of Historic Lynchburg Walking Tour
This year marks the 10th Anniversary of the Lynchburg Historical Foundation's “Ghosts of Historic Lynchburg” Walking Tours. Guides will delight and entertain you with stories of the haunts of days gone by - from jingling keys, elevator doors opening & closing, a chandelier tinkling and mischief in the toy store. Refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the tour. Group reservation for 10+ may be made in advance by calling the Foundation office. Proceeds will benefit the LHF and Lynch’s Landing. Event is sponsored by Whitten Funeral Home. Sorry, no rain dates.
Hours: 6:30pm
Admission: $10 adults; $5 children 11 yrs. & younger. Note: Tickets on sale 6:00pm and are first-come-first served
Location: Tour starts and ends at Lynchburg Community Market, Main Street
P: 528-5353
October 26
Bowen Jewelry Estate Sale
Featuring a range of Victorian jewelry from eclectic to mid-20th century pieces.
Hours: 9am to pm
Location: Bowen Jewelry, Ninth & Main Streets
P: 845-3495
E: email@site.com
W: www.bowenjewelry.com
October 26
Candlelight Tours at Old City Cemetery
Actors in period costume portray true stories of Cemetery residents. Tours last approx. 1.5 hours, starting at 6:10 p.m. and run every 20 minutes until 7:50 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance: www.lynchburgtickets.com or call the Cemetery Center.
Hours: 6:10pm-7:50pm (Six tours nightly)
Admission: $15 adults; $10 students and children under 18
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 26
Ghosts of Historic Lynchburg Walking Tour
This year marks the 10th Anniversary of the Lynchburg Historical Foundation's “Ghosts of Historic Lynchburg” Walking Tours. Guides will delight and entertain you with stories of the haunts of days gone by - from jingling keys, elevator doors opening & closing, a chandelier tinkling and mischief in the toy store. Refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the tour. Group reservation for 10+ may be made in advance by calling the Foundation office. Proceeds will benefit the LHF and Lynch’s Landing. Event is sponsored by Whitten Funeral Home. Sorry, no rain dates.
Hours: 6:30pm
Admission: $10 adults; $5 children 11 yrs. & younger. Note: Tickets on sale 6:00pm and are first-come-first served
Location: Tour starts and ends at Lynchburg Community Market, Main Street
P: 528-5353
October 26
Lynchburg Peace Education Center's International Dinner
Lynchburg Peace Education Center's Annual International Dinner featuring Latin American cuisine; also showing “The Other Side of Immigration” DVD.
Hours: 7pm
Admission: No charge for dinner; however, donations gladly accepted
Location: Lodge of the Fisherman, 4415 Boonsboro Road
P: 847-5477
W: http://www.lpec.weebly.com
October 27
Bowen Jewelry Estate Sale
Featuring a range of Victorian jewelry from eclectic to mid-20th century pieces.
Hours: 9am to pm
Location: Bowen Jewelry, Ninth & Main Streets
P: 845-3495
E: email@site.com
W: www.bowenjewelry.com
October 27
Candlelight Tours at Old City Cemetery
Actors in period costume portray true stories of Cemetery residents. Tours last approx. 1.5 hours, starting at 6:10 p.m. and run every 20 minutes until 7:50 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance: www.lynchburgtickets.com or call the Cemetery Center.
Hours: 6:10pm-7:50pm (Six tours nightly)
Admission: $15 adults; $10 students and children under 18
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
October 27
Community Market's Harvest Market
Details will follow later in the year.
Lynchburg Community Market, 1219 Main Street
P: 455-4489
October 27
Ghosts of Historic Lynchburg Walking Tour
This year marks the 10th Anniversary of the Lynchburg Historical Foundation's “Ghosts of Historic Lynchburg” Walking Tours. Guides will delight and entertain you with stories of the haunts of days gone by - from jingling keys, elevator doors opening & closing, a chandelier tinkling and mischief in the toy store. Refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the tour. Group reservation for 10+ may be made in advance by calling the Foundation office. Proceeds will benefit the LHF and Lynch’s Landing. Event is sponsored by Whitten Funeral Home. Sorry, no rain dates.
Hours: 6:30pm
Admission: $10 adults; $5 children 11 yrs. & younger. Note: Tickets on sale 6:00pm and are first-come-first served
Location: Tour starts and ends at Lynchburg Community Market, Main Street
P: 528-5353
October 27
Spirituality in the Universe As We Know It
With Michael Morwood; includes light breakfast and lunch. For more information or to register, call the number below or visit the website.
Hours: 9am - 2pm
Admission: $20
Location: Church of the Covenant, 4415 Boonsboro Road
P: 384-1351
W: www.chcov.org
October 27
Winfree Observatory Star Party
If cloudy, call switchboard one hour prior to start.
Hours: 7:30pm - 9pm
Admission: Free
Location: Winfree Observatory, Randolph College, 2500 Rivermont Avenue
P: 947-8000
October 31
All Hallows Eve Service at Old City Cemetery
Annual Episcopal service in the Chapel.
Hours: 5pm
Location: Old City Cemetery, 401 Taylor Street
P: 847-1465
E: occ@gravegarden.org
W: www.gravegarden.org
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