Friday, May 1

Louisa County Chamber of Commerce invites all to discover the Sage Building and meet the people behind the businesses that make this space a valuable part of the community. From health and wellness to professional services and community resources, there is much to explore, all in one place. When you arrive, be sure to pick up the Sage Discovery Pass, a simple guide that encourages you to visit participating businesses, learn about their services, and make connections throughout the building. The event will take place from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 115 Jefferson Highway, Louisa.

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, Greene, 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 LouisaAvenue, 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 410-4280968 for more information. Funds raised will benefit local charities and scholarship programs in Spotsylvania, Orange and Louisa Counties, as well as upkeep ofThe 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.

Macedonia Methodist Women’s Group will hold a Free Clothes Closet from 8:00 to Noon. In addition to clothing, shoes, purses, coats, they will have housewares, small appliances, linens and more,ALL FREE to anyone. The event will take place at 17 Byrd Mill Road, Louisa in the social hall.

Southern Revere Cellars (1049 E Jack Jouett Road, Louisa) will host its 2nd annual Vintage Market from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Shop all things vintage, antique, unique, upcycled, and refurbished. Admission is free.

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 youth-led 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.

Join the Louisa Arts Center for a fun evening of mini golf, community, and friendly competition as they kick off their Birdies for Charity campaign. This special fundraiser helps support arts programming, education, and community events in Louisa. The event will start at 6:00 p.m. at Boardwalk Miniature Golf at LakeAnna (200 Boardwalk Way, Mineral). A raffle will also be held during the event with prizes. Get more information at louisaarts. org.

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 540-967-1665.

The United Women in Faith of Louisa United Methodist Church will hold a Bake Sale from 8:00 a.m. to Noon in the church fellowship hall. A variety of cakes, pies, cookies, breads, rolls, and savory items, including chicken salad, will be available. The church is located at 100 E. Main Street, Louisa. The fellowship hall entrance and ample parking are located in the rear of the building off Woolfolk Avenue.

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 MexicanTrain dominoes with prizes for the high scorers.

Reservations required in advance. Tickets are available by calling Lin Kogle 540894-0239. Form a team of four or join another team to support this local nonprofit 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 540-223-1017.

A Grief Support Group Session will be offered at St. James Episcopal Church (102 Ellisville Drive, Louisa) on from 10:30 a.m. to Noon. These groups are for those who have suffered and are still struggling with grief and loss.All are welcome.

Saturday, May 16

Write In Louisa is pleased to cosponsor the Boozy Book Fair being held at Southern Revere Cellars (1100 E Jack Jouett Road, Louisa) from Noon to 5:00 p.m. Whether you’re a lifelong reader, a casual sipper, or just looking for something fun and different to do with friends or family, this event is for you. Come browse, sip, meet the authors and celebrate the joy of books in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

For more information, visit louisaarts.org/ write-in-louisa.

The annual Farm • Garden • Flowers (FGF) Festival will be held at Forrest Green Farm (2317 Evergreen Road, Louisa) from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Enjoy food trucks, vendors, farm tours, garden tours, healthy living workshops, a plant sale, herbal medicine demos, kids zone and more.

Lake Anna Business Partnership (LABP) will hold Lakefest 2026 at Lake Anna Taphouse, 208 Lake Front Drive, Mineral from Noon to 5:00 p.m. Live music all day as well as a vendor village. Fun for the whole family.

Come by land or by water.

Saturday, May 30 A reunion of all Louisa Eagle Scouts is being planned for May 30 at Bowood Barn, Louisa. This reunion is intended to honor Scouting in our community by celebrating people from Louisa who were Scoutmasters and those who have earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting over the past 70 years. To help make this event successful, the group is seeking assistance from individuals and local businesses through financial contributions or donations of goods and services that may be used as door prizes during the reunion.Any level of support would be greatly appreciated.A Facebook page – “Troop 3 Eagle Scout Reunion” has been set up. Eagle Scouts wishing to attend may feel free to contact Scoutmaster Harry Quarles at hlbdquarles@gmail.com or by phone at 434566-1592 or email EagleScoutReunionCommittee@ bsatroop3.com.

Join Louisa County Parks & Rec from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Kids to Parks Day at the Betty Queen Center playground for a fun-filled day celebrating outdoor play, family time, and healthy activity! This special event encourages kids and families to get outside, explore, and enjoy all the benefits of being active together.

Enjoy a variety of activities including craft stations, outdoor games, bubble play, and sports challenges, along with free fitness class demonstrations that allow kids and adults to try new ways to stay active. Betty Queen Center is located at 530 Industrial Drive, Louisa.

Shady Grove Baptist Church (3384 Oakland Church Rd, Gum Spring) will hold its 15th Annual Classic Car Show from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will include a fish fry and yard sale. Admission is free.

Recurring

Fun for Creative Minds meets monthly each 3rd Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Louisa County Library (881 Davis Hwy, Mineral). Gather together to play parlor games, join in discussions, explore creative writing, and read and write short scripts. No writing or acting experience necessary. Suitable for 18 and older.

Writers Unite is an informal gathering of people who write or would like to begin writing. They meet at the Louisa County Library (881 Davis Hwy, Mineral) on the 4th Thursday of each month from 4 to 5:45 p.m. Join them to read, write, share, play writing games, and discuss writing habits and strategies.

The Writers Roundtable meets each third Tuesday of the month from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Louisa County Library (881 Davis Hwy, Mineral). The activities include critique sessions, discussions on all things literary, and assignments or prompts. For adults only. Info: xialowei@ aol.com Join the Louisa Hearth & Herb Guild at the Sargeant Museum, 214 Fredericksburg Ave., Louisa, on the first Thursday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to Noon. The Guild is a group of gardening and hearth cook enthusiasts committed to herbal and horticultural education and bringing Louisa County history to life through hands-on experiences, while supporting the museum.

Members of the public are always welcome to join, and Guild meetings are open to all. For more information, visit www.louisahistory.org.

Gather with the Fiber Guild at the Sargeant Museum (214 Fredericksburg Ave., Louisa) on the second Saturday of each month 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This group of fiber arts fans takes on textiles and textile tools throughout the ages while supporting museum programs and assisting in teaching a new generation in traditional textiles. Bring your wheel, knitting, crocheting or any other fiber activity and take a seat with them. For more information, visit www.louisahistory. org.

Multiple Dates

Mineral Volunteer Fire Department’s Spring Carnival will be held April 29 through May 2 at Walton Park, 301 E 6th Street, Mineral. Hours are 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Enjoy rides, fair food, games of chance and fellowship as you catch up with those you haven’t seen all winter.