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This Week In Crozet (1/7/26)

This Week In Crozet (1/7/26)

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January 07, 2026

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Show Off Your Creativity: AWE’s 4th Annual Arts & Writing Contest

Arts in Western Education (AWE) is officially accepting entries for its 4th Annual Arts & Writing Contest! From January 1–31st, K-12 students from Brownsville, Crozet, Ivy, Murray, Henley, and WAHS are invited to submit their best original work.

Categories: Art, Photography, Poetry, and Writing/Journalism.
Age Groups: Divisions for Lower Elementary (K-2), Upper Elementary (3-5), Middle, and High School.
Recognition: Winners will be featured in AWE’s annual newspaper, celebrated at a special reception, and recognized at ArtsFest on March 27.
Professional Judging: Submissions will be reviewed by local pros, including Kacie-Linn Engle, Suzannah Spaar, and Jennifer Bryerton.

All entries must be submitted digitally by January 31. Students may enter one original, non-AI-generated piece in a single category. Winners will be announced on February 17, 2026.

Ready to submit? → Click Here

Crozet Artisan Depot: January Guest Artists

The Crozet Artisan Depot is excited to host two talented local guest artists this month (January 17 – February 28). Stop by the historic depot to view these unique collections and meet the creators in person.

Featured Artists

— Bill Craft: "Craft Lights" Crozet resident Bill Craft showcases one-of-a-kind lamps crafted from salvaged industrial and domestic objects. For 24 years, Bill has been transforming old pipes, gauges, and tools into "nostalgic yet futuristic" lighting that celebrates the history of discarded materials.

— Misk: "The Beloved" Charlottesville-based artist Misk presents a series that bridges ancient traditions with modern minimalism. Known for his geometric sculptures, this exhibition features highly detailed gouache and acrylic paintings that blend centuries-old motifs with contemporary grid and illumination designs.

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Forecast

May all your troubles last as long as your new year resolutions…

Things to do

Thursday, Jan 8th

Chair Yoga | Crozet Library | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE

Open Mic Night | Batesville Market | 7:00 PM - 9 PM | FREE

Friday, Jan 9th

Mahjong Open Play | Boar's Head Resort | 9:00 - 11:00 AM | $25

Baby & Toddler Story Time | Waynesboro Library | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE

Yellow Mug After Dark | Hello Again Consignment | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE | Each evening will feature a different drink setup (from a full coffee bar to serve-yourself), and Hello Again Consignment's pop-up shop alongside a different local vendor, so every visit brings something new to discover. Bring your family, friends, or even your own snacks/dinner.

Saturday, Jan 10th

Sunday, Jan 11th

South District AT Hike #1 | Meetup | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM | FREE

Farmhouse Four-Day Retreat | The Farmhouse at Veritas | 9:00 - 11:00 AM | Ticketed

Indoor Rock Climbing! | Meetup | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | FREE

Live Music: Michael Bergamo | Afton Mountain Vineyards | 1:00 - 4:00 PM | FREE

The King Gypsy Show with the Doctor Rhythm Band | Glass House Winery | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | FREE

Paint + Sip | Hazy Mountain Vineyards & Brewery | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | FREE

UVA Women's Basketball vs. Syracuse (ACC) | John Paul Jones Arena | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Ticketed

Mercy Creek Live | Potters Craft Cider | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | FREE

Bachata Flow | Basic City Beer Co. | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE

Jan 12th-14th

Duct-tape-palooza for Tweens | Crozet Library | Mon, Jan 12th | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | FREE

Printing with your Watercolors | Shenandoah Valley Art Center | Tue, Jan 13th | 10:00 - 1:00 PM | $55

Paws to Read with Piper | Crozet Library | Tue, Jan 13th | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | FREE

Chess Club | Waynesboro Library | Tue, Jan 13th | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | FREE

Long-Term Care Planning | Waynesboro Library | Tue, Jan 13th | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | FREE

Trivia | Basic City Beer Co. | Tue, Jan 13th | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE

Trivia Night | Starr Hill Brewery | Tue, Jan 13th | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | FREE

The Wednesday Market | Rockfish Valley Community Center | Wed, Jan 14th | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

General Trivia Night | Seven Arrows Brewing Company | Wed, Jan 14th | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | FREE

Six Steps in Six Weeks A Partner Dancing Journey for Beginners Beyond | Rockfish Valley Community Center | Wed, Jan 14th | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Posts of the week

See high level girls basketball from around the state while supporting a great cause. Tickets start at $10 and additional donations are appreciated! Funds go to the Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) at UVA Health and in Roanoke.

Recharge yourself by reserving your tickets for January 19th at Batesville Market. Join Carly Wilson, RYT-500, and Dr. Kristen Atkins, physician and meditation teacher-in-training during this daylong meditation, yoga, insight, and creativity retreat. Click the image for more info.

On The Lighter Side

Trivia

After several conventions and a formal "Compact with Virginia," the General Assembly agreed to let its westernmost territory go. On June 1, 1792, Virginia shrunk significantly to create the 15th U.S. State. Which state was carved out of Virginia in 1792?