Special traveling exhibition from the Virginia Museum of History & Culture explores the unique and essential people, events and sites in Virginia that helped bring liberty and democracy to a nation. Dates: June 22 - August 3 from 10 - 4PM except Sunday's 1 - 4PM.
Come see the “Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation” Traveling Exhibit at the Essex County Museum, on display June 22 – August 3, 2026. Step into Virginia’s Revolutionary story and experience the people, events, and ideas that helped shape a nation—just in time for America’s 250th anniversary. Open to the public during […]
Stock up on great reads at Dee’s Attic Bookstore’s Summer Book Sale, running June 27 through August 1 at Lancaster Community Library. Browse a wide selection of children’s books, fiction, nonfiction, history, magazines, CDs, and more. Don’t miss the $5 Bag Sale from July 27 through August 1. Can’t make it to the sale? Shop […]
Lancaster Community Library invites children and families to join the 2026 Summer Reading Program! This year’s theme is “Unearth a Story,” running July 1 through July 23. This fun-filled summer schedule includes Babygarten, storytimes, STEAM activities, family programs, special performances, crafts, and reading adventures for a variety of ages. Events take place at Lancaster Community […]
Teens are invited to join the LCL Teen Center Summer Reading Program: “Unearth a Story!” This summer, rising grades 6–12 can read books, earn raffle tickets, and take part in fun Teen Center programs including PC builds, Open Mic Night, painting portraits, a Scavenger Hunt, LEGO builds, and more. The Summer Reading Raffle Challenge runs […]
This is a popular, weekly event at Good Luck Cellars and one you must enjoy if you’re in the area. We make fresh sangria each week, featuring a GLC wine. We make a different recipe each week -- sometimes it’s made with white, sometimes it’s rose, or red. During the colder months, we make a […]
Urbanna Pearl Oyster Tavern is having crabs for pickin' on Sundays until Labor Day starting at 12PM.
Spend the day on our porch, sipping wine and listening to music by Felicia Hoyos. She performs songs from the 1950's to today...and a few catchy originals. Winery open 11-6. Food Service available 12-4. Covered, wrap-around porch seating. Recommend packing a lawn chair in case porch fills up; we have ample green space adjacent to […]
The Richmond County–Essex County Fireworks Committee presents the annual Fireworks Show at Essex High School on Sunday, July 5, kicking off a full evening of community fun and celebration. Festivities begin at 6:00 PM with the EHS vs. RHS alumni softball game, followed by the Old Timers game at 7:15 PM, bringing friendly competition and […]
Chesapeake Bay Line Dancing is heading to a new spot! Join us at Sandy Bottom in Deltaville every Sunday in March from 1–3PM! Plus a special Friday night dance: Friday, March 27th | 6–8PM Come kick up your boots, have some fun, and enjoy great company! Please help support Sandy Bottom by grabbing a bite […]
For new riders and those working on their walk and trot. This camp is the perfect opportunity to get a jump start on your riding! With two mounted and one […]
With Christchurch being hailed as one of the premier sailing high schools in the nation, campers in our new “Adventure Sailing on the River” summer program will not only experience adventure by getting to “set sail on the river,” but will also learn about expedition sailing, seamanship, exploration, reliance, problem solving skills, and more. For […]