The Staunton Augusta Art Center Presents Anamnesis: Echoes In Time

This Memorial Day weekend, the Staunton Augusta Art Center will open “Anamnesis: Echoes In Time,” a thought-provoking exhibition featuring the work of sculptor Michelle A. Smith and photographer Jeremy J. Starn. Running from May 23 through July 7, 2025, the exhibit invites viewers to reconsider the nature of memory—not as a fixed record, but as a fluid, evolving narrative shaped by time, emotion, and perception. Through sculpture and photography, Smith and Starn explore how we remember, forget, and reinterpret our pasts. Their work suggests that memory is less about accuracy and more about meaning—constructed from fragments, feelings, and the ever-shifting lens of the present.

Art on the Town at Gypsy Hill Park

It’s the 4th annual Art on the Town, Art festival at Gypsy Hill Park! This vibrant two-day celebration of creativity brings together painters, sculptors, textile artists, ceramicists, and more for a community-centered Art experience in the heart of Staunton. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just looking for an inspiring weekend outdoors, Art on the Town is the place to be this Memorial Day. Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and celebrate the creative spirit of the Shenandoah Valley!

SANDY / LAYNE LIVE!

Swing by Art Hive on May 24th from 9–11 AM for live jams by the fab duo Sandy / Layne Music — serving up good vibes to pair perfectly with your fresh Cat Nap Coffee roast. It’s the ultimate chill-start to your weekend: music, coffee, and cool people (aka you)! Gina Sandy and Jack Layne will get your toe tapping and leave you with a song to remember. They cover genres from Americana, Country, Pop, Rock, Folk and an perform an original tune on the occasion, and we are glad to have them be part of our music community! Cost: FREE

Shakespeare Book Club: The Winter’s Tale

Wednesday, May 21 Staunton Books and Tea present Shakespeare Book Club: The Winter’s Tale Staunton Books and Tea is excited about this collaboration with the American Shakespeare Center and Aidan O’Reilly. Join them for a captivating evening as they delve into Shakespeare’s enthralling tale of love, redemption, and the passage of time in The Winter’s Tale. They are thrilled to have Aidan O’Reilly as the special guest for this book club. Aidan will share insights into the play and the theatrical perspective of a Shakespearian play. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience The Winter’s Tale at the American Shakespeare Center this summer. Save the date and prepare for a magical journey through one of Shakespeare’s most treasured works! More information can be found on their Facebook Page

Outdoor Movie Night: The Sandlot

Saturday, May 17th, it’s Outdoor Movie Night at Gypsy Hill Park sponsored by Staunton Kiwanis Baseball Join your friends and neighbors for The Sandlot. When Scottie Smalls moves to a new neighborhood, he manages to make friends with a group of kids who play baseball at the sandlot. Together they go on a series of funny and touching adventures. The boys run into trouble when Smalls borrows a ball from his stepdad that gets hit over a fence. You can start putting your chairs and blankets down at 7:30 PM. The movie will start at dark. They will have concessions open. More information can be found on their Facebook page.

Resin Workshop

Thursday, May 15th the Art Hive Collective is hosting a Resin Workshop From mastering the basics to learning expert tips & tricks of working with resin, you’ll leave with skills and a unique piece of functional art! There will be a variety of molds and extras to choose from. More information can be found on their Facebook page.

Ciders From Mars 4 Year Anniversary Party!

Our FOURTH Anniversary Party is Sunday, May 25th and we’ve got a huge lineup! Come out for live music all day long with The Findells, Unmastered Masters, Eleagnus, Parsley, and Scantron The Destroyyer! We’ll have Island Wheels Food Truck in the lot, plus chances to win Ciders from Mars prizes all day! FREE to attend and ALL AGES are welcome!

Car Show to benefit Mt. Solon Fire & Rescue

Mt Solon Vol Fire and Rescue will host our 1st CAR SHOW fundraiser at our station, 86 Emmanuel Church Road, Mt. Solon, Va on Saturday, May 31, 2025. We welcome cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors! The show will start at 10am and end at 2pm, followed by a PARADE thru Natural Chimneys Park for those wishing to participate. Registration fee is $15.00, you can register upon arrival or call 540-572-0463 to pre-register. Trophies and plaques to be awarded, great food will be available too. Hope to see you there!

Breaking Free 15th Year Open House

Breaking Free 15th Year Open House. All Welcome, Families and Friends of Veterans and First Responders. Activities for children, pet a horse, paint a live horse, make a noodle pony and ride the noodle pony trail. Food for sale, Demos of how Equine Assisted Therapy works. Fundraiser for Breaking Free so we can continue our mission of helping Veterans and First Responders.

Free Coworking Day

We’d love for you to join us at the Staunton Innovation Hub for our Free Coworking Day on Monday, May 13th! We’ll be offering complimentary coworking for the entire day, along with a light breakfast to start, a light lunch to keep you going, an engaging focus workshop, and a happy hour to celebrate the end of a productive day. Come experience the Hub and connect with our community!