Family
Making and printing 3-D objects
Saturday, November 19
Library staff demonstrates how to create an object using Tinkercad and print objects on the library’s 3-D printer. Free, 2:30-4:45pm. Northside Library, 705 Rio Rd. W. jmrl.org
Nonprofit
12th annual Raucous Auction
Friday, November 18
The fundraiser for Virginia Arts of the Book Center includes an online and raucous auction, as well as a raffle and food and drink. Virginia Arts of the Book Center, 2125 Ivy Rd., #5. $12-20, 5:30-8pm. virginiabookarts.org.
Food & Drink
Virginia Cider Week celebration
Wednesday, November 16-Sunday, November 20
Firefly will feature four Castle Hill ciders by the glass, as well as cider-centered food specials and cider cocktails. Firefly, 1304 E. Market St. Open Tuesday-Sunday. fireflycville.com
Health & Wellness
Lacrosse the Nations Glow Run 5K
Saturday, November 19
Light up the night with glow sticks, glow paint and more at this evening 5K to benefit UVA’s Lacrosse the Nations, which funds educational programs for kids in need. Madison Bowl, Rugby Road. $15-20, 5:30pm race start. face book.com/LtNuva