From CHIPP (The Charlottesville Invasive Plant Program).
For the full calendar of events, see https://blueridgeprism.org/nisaw-2026
The Haven rises to the weather emergency challenge
During this severe weather both the Salvation Army and PACEM have been completely full so the Haven stepped in and provided hotel vouchers for 82 people who otherwise would have been outside overnight. But the Haven couldn’t have done it without donations that came pouring in from our community. I’m very proud of our neighborhood for doing its part in helping raise funds for the Haven.
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Email from the Haven, 1/27/26
We met our goal, thank you!
Our unhoused neighbors will remain safe during this extreme cold.
We are in awe of the generosity of the Charlottesville area community. You answered our urgent call for support and in less than 12 hours, we met our goal of $27,100 several times over! Keep an eye out for a post-storm wrap-up email with more details on the total, the application of the funds, and the impact.
Thanks to this immediate and kind support, 82 individuals who would otherwise be unsheltered will remain in hotel rooms to ride out this winter storm. Thank you for helping us keep everyone in our community safe and warm during this extreme cold!
Through this winter weather event, we are reminded of how expensive it is to SHELTER our neighbors and how much more humane, comfortable, and cost-effective it is to HOUSE them. The Haven is prioritizing using the extra funds raised to move as many of our neighbors out of hotels directly into housing.
Learn more about how The Haven supports community members towards housing stability through our housing programs.
FREE Waterbath Canning Class
Just Food, Just Economy presents:
Waterbath Canning for the Home Kitchen
Monday, October 14, 5:30- 8:30pm
Join Michelle McKenzie from Bellair Farm to learn more about preserving foods and making value added products through waterbath canning. Dive into the basics of canning methods including a brief overview of small business regulations. During the session we’ll make one type of pickle (such as okra or beets) and one jam with in-season fruits. Each participant will have the opportunity to take home a jar of either the pickle or jam. Additionally, enjoy sampling previously made pickles and freshly made jam. This workshop is a delightful way to start preserving at home or to consider a small business.
No cost to attend but
Juneteenth Celebration at the Jefferson School
The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center (JSAAHC) is celebrating Juneteenth by offering these free events to the public on Friday, June 15, 9:00am-3:00pm.
- A 9:00 am walking parade (.7 miles) from Burley Middle School to the JSAAHC.
- A libation ceremony at the JSAAHC at 11 am.
- And an emancipation concert from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm featuring Ezra Hamilton, Ellis Williams, Chris Redd, Raymond Brooks and many other talented musicians.
If you would like to help plan, or walk in the parade, please contact Leslie M. Scott-Jones at publicprograms@jeffschoolheritagecenter.org or call 434-260-8722. Click here for more information.
Upcoming Exhibit
Local artist Rosamond Casey has an exhibit of new paintings at the McGuffey Arts Center from April 2 through April 30th. See the flyer below for details.
