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Get a head start on celebrating America’s 250th birthday this year with a June 5-6 visit to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Artmobile.
Open to the public, the launch event will include a short reading, conversation, refreshments, and book signing.
Visiting artists will debut their brand new exhibits during First Fridays of the Valley next month.
Arts Council of the Valley announces its April First Fridays of the Valley lineup.
Arts Council of the Valley (ACV) delightedly announces its March First Fridays of the Valley lineup.
Smith House Galleries reopens with a reception for the 10th Annual artVISION: Rockingham County Public Schools Youth Art Month Show.
Local venues offer arts activities on the first Friday in February across Harrisonburg.
Renton Regional Fire Authority proudly welcomes six new firefighter recruits.
A new privately-funded project will cover the design and installation of public artworks at three Spraygrounds locations.
Got a bright idea? ACV’s Spring 2026 grants offer $500–$1,500 to spark art, education, and creative magic across Harrisonburg-Rockingham. 🎨
Renton RFA Governance Board opens 2026 with returning and new members, and appoints Board Chair and Vice Chair for the year ahead.
Two new Smith House exhibitions, 27 local artists & a silent art auction kick off First Fridays—art that gives back! 🎨🤝✨
Kick off 2026 with art, music & community at 16 Harrisonburg venues—new spots, fresh shows & Friday fun! 🎨🎶
The Board of Directors voted Dec 17 to cease operations of its Court Square Theater, effective Dec 31, 2025.
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Wander, wonder, and soak up the season—23 venues bursting with art 🎨 cheer 🎄 and holiday creativity this First Friday!
Five local artists and educators receive funding to spark creativity, inspire learning, and strengthen Harrisonburg’s arts community.
🎨 22 venues light up Harrisonburg & Rockingham County for First Fridays of the Valley, Nov 7! Explore art, music & community.
🎶 Faculty art, live music, poetry & more — 24 venues celebrate October’s First Fridays downtown.
Come learn about a Southeastern visual art competition that awards more than $100,000 in prize money.