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LIVING Picks: Week of June 27-July 3

Food & Drink

Murder in the Vineyards

Saturday, June 30

DuCard Vineyards is hosting a catered dinner and a show, during which guests will have to solve a mystery before the night is over. $79, 6:30pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. (540) 923-4206.

Family

Crozet Independence Day celebration

Saturday, June 30

The Crozet Volunteer Fire Department leads the way with a parade, followed by festivities in the park that include live music, food and a fireworks show. $4 per person (kids 12 and under free) for park entry, 5-10pm. Claudius Crozet Park, 1075 Claudius Crozet Park, Crozet. crozet community.org

Health & Wellness

Newborn care class

Thursday, June 28

The UVA Hospital is holding a class that covers everything from how to care for a newborn, to behavior habits and the basics of baby care, along with other resources. Free, 6:30-8:30pm. UVA Hospital, 1215 Lee St. 924-0000.

Nonprofit

Chickens at Jefferson’s Monticello

Thursday, June 28

Pat Foreman, known as “The Chicken Whisperer,” will demonstrate how integral poultry was as a source of food and income for the enslaved community at Monticello. $55, 6- 8pm. 931 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. 984-9880.

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Living

LIVING Picks: Week of August 23-29

NONPROFIT

Splash 4 a Cure 5K

Saturday, August 26

Get your sweat on during a 5K and then jump into a pool party, all for the Ishan Gala Foundation, which supports families of children who have cancer. Free-$45, 7:30-11am. ACAC, 200 Four Seasons Drive. 234-4644.

 

FAMILY

National Dog Day

Saturday, August 26

Bring on puppy cuddles for the family, with glasses of vino for adults. Live music from guitarists Robin Tolley and Gene Temple, and special treats for four-legged family members. Free admission, 2-4pm. Democracy Vineyards, 585 Mountain Cove Rd., Lovingston. 263-8463.

 

FOOD & DRINK

Food and wine pairing

Saturday, August 26 and Sunday, August 27

In-depth tastings of current wines paired with a seasonal menu of farm-fresh gourmet small plates. Limit 10 per session; RSVP required. $39, 1pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. (540) 923-4206.

 

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Fee Free Day

Friday, August 25

Celebrate the National Park Service’s 100th birthday with free entry into Shenandoah National Park. Breathe in the outdoors and enjoy adventures all day long, whether it’s climbing a mountain or taking a dip in a swimming hole. $25 per car. 1-800-VISIT-SV.