Imagine a Day Without Water
September 18, 2025 - October 27, 2025 - 12:00 am at
Jill Greiner, Water Efficiency Coordinator with the City of Charlottesville, and Westley Kern, Communications & Outreach Coordinator with Rivanna Solid Waste Authority, stopped by the Big Greasy Breakfast to talk about this year’s “Imagine a Day Without Water Campaign and Contest”.
This year’s theme is: “Water Works”
Youth in Charlottesville and Albemarle County – Grades Kindergarten through Grade 12 are eligible to participate.
Each year, ask youth to show why we must value and save water in our community through art or photography.
Accepting Art submissions – starting September 15th through October 27th.
HOW TO ENTER: You can upload a digital image to City’s website, OR mail your entry to: Water conservation, PO Box 911, Cville 22902, OR drop off at a local library – JMRL Central, Northside & Crozet Branches.
Fan Favorite Voting – November 17 – December 3rd, with winners announced December 10th.
Winners in each age category win $200 Gift Card and Water Conservation Goodie Bags.
Teachers that have their students participate in art contest are also eligible for prize.
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation – In The Pink
October 3, 2025 - October 4, 2025 - 12:00 am at
Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation hosts the 23rd annual “In the Pink Tennis and Pickleball Charity Event.”
Friday and Saturday, October 3rd and 4th – at nine area clubs this year. You do not have to be a member to play at any club! Whether you are a champ or a newbie, there’s a court waiting for you. Grab a friend, throw on your best PINK outfit and sign up to play for a weekend of action, laughter and impact. YES – there are PRIZES!
Play with a Purpose! Hosted by the Women’s Committee of the Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation, 100% of all proceeds will support the fight against breast cancer and other free women’s health initiatives to help local women in our community. Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital offers Free Screening mammograms to those who do not have insurance or whose insurance does not cover mammograms.
Friday, October 3rd from 6pm-9pm:
Pickleball in Pink: At Farmington Country Club, Glenmore, Lake Monticello and Brooks Family YMCA
Mixed Doubles Tennis at Farmington Country Club
On Saturday, October 4th from 9am-Noon:
Pickleball in Pink: Greencroft, Keswick and Brooks Family YMCA
Women in Pink: Boar’s Head, Farmington Country Club, Forest Lakes, Keswick and Lake Monticello
Men in Pink: ACAC
Juniors in Pink: Boar’s Head
Judy Divita from the Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Women’s Committee stopped by with all the details on the 23rd Annual “In the Pink Tennis and Pickleball Charity Event.” It’s all in support of the fight against breast cancer and other free women’s health initiatives to help local women in our community. Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital offers Free Screening mammograms to those who do not have insurance or whose insurance does not cover mammograms.
Mia Ethridge Memorial Ride
October 4, 2025 - 9:00 am at Stonewall Harley Davidson
51 Buck Drive
Mia Ethridge Memorial Ride Gone But Never Forgotten
Stonewall Harley-Davidson, Ruckersville, VA
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Registration: 9:00 AM
KSU: 11:00 AM (after safety briefing)
$20 per rider | $10 per passenger
Music • Vendors • 50/50 Raffle
Gordonsville Fried Chicken Festival
October 4, 2025 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Cooke Park
100 US-33 #298
NEW – EVENT LOCATION – SOUTH MAIN STREET, GORDONSVILLE, VA 22942
TOWN HALL NORTHSIDE PARKING LOT – COOKE PARK
Gordonsville is famous for its fried chicken. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, local women carrying platters of the delicacy on their heads served it, along with pies and coffee, to passengers of trains stopping in town. Nationally known at that time, Gordonsville’s fried chicken earned the town the nickname of “chicken-leg center of the universe”.
Click on this link to view VPM’s Hidden History with Brian Bullock‘s brief about Gordonsville’s fried chicken heritage.
Each year, we celebrate this heritage annually at our Famous Fried Chicken Festival. This year’s festival will be held on Saturday, October 4th at the new location the Gordonsville Town Hall northside parking lot! The event will feature a fried chicken and pie contest, wine garden, and numerous craft and artisan vendors.
We couldn’t have this festival were it not for the generous support of our sponsors:
- East of Maui Coffee
- Blue Ridge Bank
- Ventresca Family Insurance
- Southwest Mountain Vineyards
- Ragged Mountain Running
- Journey Church
- Blossman Gas
There is no cost to attend the festival, but there is a $5.00 fee per person to enter the wine garden (proof of age required–only those 21 and older permitted in the Wine Garden). CASH OR CHECK ARE PREFERRED METHODS OF PAYMENT.
NO DOGS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT: We love pets, and we know you love yours. However, we ask that you leave your pets at home as they are not permitted at this event (service dogs excluded, of course).
This is a rain (non-hurricane) or shine event!
COOK-OFF CONTEST
Join in on the fun at the Fried Chicken Festival and become a cook-off contestant! Cook-off guidelines and contest entry forms may be accessed by clicking on these links:
Fried-chicken contest
Pie contest
Brag about and showcase your family’s fried chicken recipe! Watch people’s mouths water in anticipation of your greatest pie yet! And best of all – in addition to gaining the ultimate bragging rights for the next year, you could win one of the following prizes:
Fried Chicken Contest:
1st place – $100
2nd place – $75
3rd place – $50
Pie Contest:
1st place by category (fruit, cream and custard) – $75
VENDORS
To reserve your spot as a wine or craft/artisan vendor, click on the links below for an application form:
Wine Garden Vendor Application
Craft/Artisan Vendor Application
PAYMENT OF FEES
Contest fees, vendor registration fees, and wine garden entrance fees may be paid online through PayGov.us using code #37828**. Entry to the Wine Garden will be permitted upon showing your PayGov purchase confirmation code to personnel at the wine garden entrance, and upon proof of age.
Only those 21 and older are permitted in the Wine Garden.
**Please note: there is a convenience fee charged for each transaction on PayGov. The fee is $1.00 for any transaction under $33.00, and 3% for each transaction over $33.00.
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
For more information, contact Clair Clark, Gordonsville Interim Visitor Center Director, mail Mrs. Clark at cclark@gordonsville.org
We hope to see you at the Festival!
Beers, BBQ & Beautiful Rides
October 11, 2025 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm at Belmont Farm Distillery
13490 Cedar Run Road
Fluvanna Family Fall Festival
October 11, 2025 - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm at Pleasant Grove Park
271 Pleasant Grove Dr
A celebration of Fluvanna’s rural and agricultural heritage and history, the 2025 Fluvanna Family Fall Festival!
The Festival will be a half-day, family-friendly event to bring together local artisans, businesses, and community members to kick off Fall in a vibrant celebration of Fluvanna’s rich history and agricultural heritage. Enjoy local foods, handmade crafts and jewelry, art, master gardeners, historical exhibits, local farmers, live music, and activities for kids, all wrapped up in a congenial, small-town atmosphere.
We will also be accepting food and other donations on behalf of MACAA (Monticello Area Community Action Agency) and local non-profits. Last year, the Festival donated more than 850 pounds of food to families in need.
Free admission for adults with the donation of one nonperishable food item (or $2 cash). Free for kids!
2025 registration for vendors, exhibitors, and food trucks is now open!!!
Sign up now by CLICKING HERE and using our Google Form
Questions? Email us at: FluvannaFallFestival@gmail.com. We can’t wait to see everyone in October! 🍁
Boil & Bash to Benefit Giving Words
October 12, 2025 - 11:00 am - 6:00 pm at Southern Revere Cellars
1100 E Jack Jouett Rd
• Educational opportunities in personal finance and auto maintenance
• Connections within our network and the communitySouthern Revere Cellars will be hosting a fun day to help support Giving Words mission!
Food provided by Brick City Kitchen:
They will have their regular tasty menu + seafood boils!
Seafood boil is a 9″ circular pan which has about 3/4 lb crawfish, 1/2 lb jumbo shrimp, 1/2 lb mussels, sausage, corn & potatoes.
**Pre-sale boils $36 + tax: https://square.link/u/3g22SWWW
*Day-of $41 + tax
($1 of each boil sold will go to Giving Words)
5th Annual Rassawek Autumn Festival
October 18, 2025 - October 19, 2025 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm at Rassawek Vineyard
6276 River Road West
Celebrate fall in the heart of Virginia with a weekend full of family fun, local flavor, and unforgettable entertainment! The Rassawek Autumn Festival blends history, craftsmanship, and community in a stunning outdoor setting.
🕒 Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM | Sunday: 11 AM–5 PM
🐎 PRO RODEO – 1 PM Each Day
Feel the adrenaline! Catch live rodeo action including bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing, and more—plus crowd-favorite rodeo entertainer Keith Isley.
🎶 Live Music All Weekend
Kick back and enjoy performances by local favorites:
• The Hackens Boys
• Cawson’s Coop
• The Honky Tonk Heroes
🍔 Food
Come hungry! We’ll have a fantastic selection of food trucks serving up a variety of delicious eats, plus ice cream and dessert trucks to satisfy your sweet tooth.
🍷 Drinks
Quench your thirst with our great offerings of wine, beer, sangria, and refreshing wine slushies!
🛍️ Market Vendors & Artisan Goods
Shop handcrafted items from talented local makers and small businesses.
🛠️ Trade Skills & Demos
This is a non-profit event designed to highlight trade skills and vocational work. We will be partnering with local companies to provide onsite demonstrations of trade work, craftsmanship and insight into a vocational career. The proceeds from this event will go towards Vocational Education which is a learning path that students can take to help merge academic knowledge and technical skills in real-world applications. Click here to learn more about our non-profit entity, Rassawek Ventures.
🚗 Antique Car Show
Explore a beautiful collection of classic and antique vehicles.
🎨 Kids Activities
From face painting to interactive fun—there’s plenty to keep the little ones entertained.
🎟️ Ticket Info Coming Soon!
Stay tuned for updates on admission and schedule.
🔔 Helpful Reminders:
📍 Western Goochland isn’t used to this kind of crowd! With limited cell service and potential system slowdowns, be prepared with cash in case card readers are unreliable.
🐾 Service animals are welcome, but pets are not permitted—please leave furry friends at home unless they are trained service animals as defined by the ADA.
🤝 Get Involved
Interested in sponsoring the event? We’d love to connect! Email Jenny@Rassawek.com for sponsorship opportunities.
Want to be a vendor? Reach out to April@Rassawek.com to learn more about joining the festival lineup.🗓 Application deadline: July 18th, 2025
📩 Selected vendors will be notified: July 25th, 2025
Agnor’s Annual Fall Festival
October 25, 2025 - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Agnor Hurt Elementary
3201 Berkmar Drive
2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Charlottesville
October 26, 2025 - 12:00 pm at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
400 Martha Jefferson Dr
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk® ; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Event Information
Schedule of Events:
12:00 Site opens | 1:00 pm Ceremony | 1:30 pm Walk Starts
Location:
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital | 400 Martha Jefferson Dr Charlottesville, VA 22911 | Map itRoute Length: 1 mile or 2 mile
Contact:
Sheri Owen | 434.906.4945 | showen@alz.org
General Information
Where do the funds go?
All funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer’s further the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. The Alzheimer’s Association is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Do I have to register in order to Walk?
Yes, we want to know you’re walking with us and need every participant to sign a standard waiver through their official registration. There is no registration fee for Walk. However, we ask every participant to make a personal donation and commit to raising funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
Do I need to register my children for Walk?
Yes, children should register. Parents/guardians can register children online or complete an offline registration form and sign the waiver on behalf of the child.
Does every participant get a T-shirt?
Every registered participant who achieves the fundraising minimum of $100 will receive an official Walk to End Alzheimer’s T-shirt via USPS. To receive a shirt in time for Walk day, participants must raise the T-shirt minimum at least four weeks prior to the event.
How do I get my offline donations to show up on my personal fundraising web page?
Donations can be made offline by submitting a check or money order by mail or hand-delivering to the local Alzheimer’s Association office. Be sure to include your offline donation form, which can be found in your Participant Center or on your fundraising web page, to make sure you receive credit for the donation. Donations typically take one to two weeks to show up on your web page. Don’t want to wait? You can also deposit checks directly to your Walk page from the Walk to End Alzheimer’s mobile app for iPhone or Android.
Event Specifics
Are pets, strollers, bicycles and skates allowed on Walk day?
We do allow strollers, but for everyone’s safety, we discourage skateboards, bicycles, inline skates and wheelie footwear. Depending on the Walk location rules, well-behaved dogs are welcome but must be on a leash at all times.
What happens if it rains?
Walk is a rain or shine event. However, in the case of severe weather, we will cancel. If this is the case, we will update our Walk homepage on or before the morning of the event.
We need volunteers! Know anyone who might be interested in helping us on the day of the event?
We need volunteers to help with set-up, clean-up, registration, water stops, Promise Garden and so much more. All interested volunteers should visit our volunteer page for more information about event day roles and responsibilities.
How do I get a Promise Garden Flower?
Each registered participant will receive a Promise Garden flower. Please choose the color that best represents your connection to the disease.
- Blue represents someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia
- Purple is for those who have lost someone to the disease.
- Yellow represents someone who is currently supporting or caring for a person living with Alzheimer’s.
- Orange is for those who support the cause and the Association’s vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.
Still have questions?
Check out our FAQs page, or contact:
Coordinator: Sheri Owen
Phone: 434.906.4945
Email: showen@alz.org
Thank you for all you do in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
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