October 22, 2026
Local Events
Potluck in the Park
At the end of the September 10 meeting, community members talked about an upcoming event, a potluck at the Whitlock Family Park on Sunday, September 20 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Residents who live in the Town of Mineral are encouraged to attend and bring lawn chairs and food.
CALENDAR
Through October 10 Attention area singers: The Louisa Community Chorus is planning a Christmas concert this year. All singers who would like to participate, please contact Carol Barfield at: 540-273-0585 or email: booboskin@gmail.com for details, and to reserve your music. Rehearsals begin Monday, Oct. 12. Come have fun and serve your community in song!
9-11 remembrance ceremony scheduled
Louisa County’s 9-11 ceremony will be held this year in Courthouse Square on the morning of Friday, September 11. The ceremony will start at 8:46 am to commemorate the time the north tower was struck and will end at 9:03 am to commemorate when the south tower was subsequently hit. The public is invited to attend and reflect on the impact of September 11 on American history, honor those lost, and recognize the dedication, bravery, and brotherhood of first responders.
ONGOING EVENTS
Louisa County Parks, Recreation & Tourism hosts pickleball play Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. To view the ongoing pickleball schedule or to register for a pickleball clinic please visit www.LCPRT.info or call our office at (540)-967-4420.
Lake Anna Jazz Fest returns September 19-20
Dozens of musicians arrive in Mineral next weekend to perform at the fifth annual Lake Anna Jazz Music Festival on September 19-20. This year’s theme is “An Uncommon Wealth of Talent,” highlighting many outstanding performers who are native to, or current residents of, Virginia.
Labor Fest Friday, Saturday
Celebrate Labor Day at Labor Fest, a two-day community event in Louisa. Festivities begin Friday evening with the annual Labor Day Parade down Main Street, Louisa, followed by a fireworks show. On Saturday, enjoy the Louisa Labor Fest at the Louisa County Fairgrounds at Walton Park (628 Louisa Ave., Mineral) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature local vendors, food trucks, family activities and entertainment for all ages.
RECURRING EVENTS
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).
CALENDAR
Thursday, August 20 Gilboa Christian Church (6780 Jefferson Highway, Mineral) will hold a Free Community Dinner from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.All are welcome to enjoy pork and chicken BBQ, cole slaw, baked beans, salad, desserts and more.