Friday, April 24

Louisa Arts Center (212 Fredericksburg Ave, Louisa) invites you to enjoy Open Studio from Noon to 4:00 p.m.

Bring your current project and come create, collaborate, and meet with other artists.

Saturday, April 25

Louisa County Historical Society will host a free Heritage Day at 214 Fredericksburg Ave, Louisa from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Experience the richness of Louisa County history and step back in time through living history demonstrations including hearth-cooking, spinning, blacksmithing, and more. The event will include children’s activities, craft and food vendors, and music. Heritage Day will be held rain or shine.

Macedonia Global Methodist Church Women’s Group will hold their annual yard sale from 8:00 to 12:00. The entire social hall is overflowing with household items, clothes, furniture, etc. Proceeds go to supporting community and church projects. The church is located at 17 Byrd Mill Road, Louisa.

Louisa United Methodist Church will host a Free Family Movie Night at 6:00 p.m. The movie will be “The Bad Guys” rated PG, with popcorn and snacks provided. All are welcome. Parking is behind the church at 100 E Main Street, Louisa.

Join the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) for their Annual K9 5K Run/Walk. This event helps raise funds for LCSO’s community programs and the LCSO K9 Unit. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just getting started, this rolling 5K course with a downhill finish is a great way to challenge yourself while supporting a cause. Adult and children’s runs available. The event will take place at 181 Clubhouse Way, Gordonsville starting at 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit runsignup.com/Race/ VA/Gordonsville/LCSOK5KRunWalk.

Louisa Clean’s Spring Big Clean will be held April 25 and 26, from Tractor Supply on Rte. 208 to the Rte. 64 interchange. Meet at Moss-Nuckols Elementary (2055 Courthouse Rd, Louisa) April 25 at 8:30 a.m. The April 26 meet up location is to be determined. For questions, email info@louisaclean.org.

Sunday, April 26

Children 6-15 years of age with special needs are invited to participate in an afternoon experiencing the joy of fishing with the assistance of the Youth Anglers from the Lake Anna Elite Anglers fishing team from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Lake Anna State Park. To register for A Day of Fishing for Children with Special Needs, visit the Louisa County Parks & Rec online registration portal, or call 540-967-4420 for assistance.

Monday, April 27

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Chair Yoga is suitable for both new and continuing students. Classes are held on select Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Louisa County Library, 881 Davis Hwy, Mineral.

Saturday, May 2

The Louisa Catholic Women’s Guild will sponsor their annual yard sale in the St Jude’s Hall at 1937 Davis Highway, Mineral, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., rain or shine. Refreshments will be available. For questions, contact the Women’s Guild at LCLadiesGuild@gmail.com.

The Virginia Chapter of Breakthrough T1D (Type 1 Diabetes) is hosting a fundraising walk to build community and raise money to cure Type 1 Diabetes for Albemarle, Louisa, Green, Fluvanna and Nelson counties, as well as the City of Charlottesville. The walk starts at 11 a.m. at Walnut Creek Park (4250 Walnut Creek Park, North Garden). Registration is requested. For information, email courtney.schmidt1313@gmail.com or visit breakthrought1d.org/virginia.

Mineral Baptist Church (51 Louisa Avenue, Mineral) will host gift card bingo to support a missions fundraiser to Kenya & Armenia. The event will be held Saturday, May 2 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and participants will have the opportunity to win gift cards and prizes.

Belmont Club of Women will hold a

Plants and More Yard Sale from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Belmont Community Center, 7124 Belmont Road, Mineral.

Select from a wide range of plants from the gardens of Deep Roots Home and Garden Center, including perennials, annuals and other garden favorites. Plants and assorted garden items donated by Belmont Club Members will also be for sale. Tables are available for rent. Call or text 410-428-0968 for more information.

Funds raised will benefit local charities and scholarship programs in Spotsylvania, Orange and Louisa Counties, as well as upkeep of The Belmont Community Center.

Louisa Extension Master Gardeners will hold a Plant Sale at Mineral Farmers Market from 8:00 a.m. to Noon at 81 Louisa Ave., Mineral. Choose from a variety of Virginia native plants, annuals, perennials, vegetables and house plants.

Selection advice available. Proceeds support local Master Gardeners educational programs.

Sunday, May 3

Mineral Baptist Church (51 Louisa Avenue, Mineral) will host manna & melodies on Sunday, May 3 at 2:00 p.m. It will be an afternoon of youthled worship, creative arts ministry, and music, praise & fellowship. The potluck luncheon theme will be Mexican foods and attendees are encouraged to bring their favorite dish to share.

Ebenezer United Methodist Church (3092 Oakland Road, Louisa) will hold a Homecoming starting at 10:00 a.m. All are invited to join for worship, song, food and fellowship. Music will be provided by Jeff Stone and the Virginia Gospel Singers, followed by lunch. Share memories with old friends and make new ones.

Gilboa Christian Church (670 Jefferson Highway, Mineral) will have their annual Country Church Day. Service will begin at 11:00 a.m. followed by lunch at 1:00 p..m. All are welcome.

Wednesday, May 6

The Louisa County Commission on Aging will hold its monthly meeting

at 10:00 a.m. at the Betty Queen Center (522 Industrial Drive, Louisa). Guest speaker will be Tammy Wood from RuraLove, Goshen Baptist Association. The public is invited to attend. For questions, call Susan Fletcher, Chair, at 540-223-1017.

Thursday, May 7 The 75th Annual National Day of Prayer Community Prayer Service will be held at Noon on the Louisa County courthouse lawn, with live music beginning at 11:30 a.m. This non-denominational service will be led by community leaders and pastors, elected officials and local citizens. In case of rain, the service will be held at New Life Community Church, 509 E. Main Street, Louisa.

Friday, May 8 The 25th Annual Mother Son Dance will be held at Betty Queen Center (522 Industrial Drive A, Louisa) from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The event is designed for boys ages five to 13 and the special motherfigure in their lives. Register through the Louisa County Parks & Rec online registration portal, or call 540-967-4420 for assistance.

A Mother’s Day Bake Sale will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St.

James Episcopal Church, 102 Ellisville Drive, Louisa inside the fellowship hall. Don’t miss the opportunity to buy some of the best breads, cakes, cookies and pies in Central Virginia! For more information, call the church office 540967-1665.

Wednesday, May 13

Louisa Community Emergency Fund, Touching Lives in Crisis, will host the annual Bunco/Train Luncheon Fundraiser at Louisa United Methodist Church, 100 E. Main Street, Louisa, beginning at Noon. Enjoy a homemade lunch and then play Bunco dice game or Mexican Train dominoes with prizes for the high scorers. Reservations required in advance. Tickets are available by calling Lin Kogle 540-894-0239. Form a team of four or join another team to support this local non-profit that provides financial assistance to Louisa County residents who are facing a current crisis.

Thursday, May 14

The Louisa County Commission on Aging and Louisa Parks and Recreation are sponsoring a Senior and Caregiver Picnic from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Betty Queen Center (522 Industrial Drive, Louisa). Enjoy great food, music, raffles and prizes! Vendors will be present to share information about services offered to Seniors in Louisa County.

Please share this information with your church and other Seniors in Louisa.

RSVP to Parks and Rec at 540-967-4420. If you have questions or would like to participate, including as vendors, call Susan Fletcher, Chair, COA, at 540-2231017.