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On July 4, 1776, two hundred miles northwest of Philadelphia, on Indigenous land along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, a group of colonial squatters declared their independence. They were not alone in their efforts. This bold symbolic gesture was just a small part of a much broader and longer struggle in the Northern Susquehanna River Valley, where diverse peoples, especially Indigenous nations, fought tenaciously to safeguard their lands, sovereignty, and survival. Declarations of Independence immerses readers in that intense, decades-long struggle. By intertwining the experiences of Indigenous Americans, rebellious colonial squatters, opportunistic land speculators, and imperial government agents, Dr. Christopher Pearl reveals how conflicts within and between them all set the terms and ultimately shaped the meaning of the American Revolution. In the crucible of this conflict, memories, histories, and animosities collided and converged with tremendous consequences. Declarations of Independence delves into the racial violence over land and sovereignty that suffused the Revolutionary Age and helps restore Indigenous peoples to their central position at the founding of the United States.

Dr. Christopher R. Pearl is Associate Professor of History at Lycoming College. He is the coeditor (with Douglas Bradburn) of From Independence to the U.S. Constitution: Reconsidering the Critical Period of American History and the author of Conceived in Crisis: The Revolutionary Creation of an American State and Declarations of Independence: Indigenous Resilience, Colonial Rivalries, and the Cost of Revolution.

The content and opinions expressed in these presentations are solely those of the speaker and not necessarily of the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

Program Notes:

- Tickets are required for in-person admission. Tickets are not needed if you would prefer to join us live on YouTube or Facebook.
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- In-person attendees are invited to meet the speaker immediately following the lecture.
Signed copies of the book will be available at ShopVirginiaHistory.org.

-5 rounds of over-the-board chess – 20 mins plus 5 second increment per move
-Boards, pieces and clocks provided
-Trophies to the top three finishers and title of Charlottesville Scholastic Chess Champion
-No registration fee
-Any chess player grade K-8 in the Charlottesville area in good standing is welcome to participate.
-All skill levels are welcome

Register at www.renaissanceschool.org

Amelia LaVanchy was more than a gifted violinist—she was a beloved mother, wife, friend, daughter, sister, and a pillar of the Lynchburg creative community.

This citywide tribute concert will gather those who shared the stage and life with her, coming together for a night of music, memory, and healing.

Live performances will include:

Allegro Music School – with select student showcases

Dancing Strings – Amelia’s ensemble

Selah Vie featuring Tony Camm

Myke Barron

Ken Matthews

…and a few other special guests

Additional program elements:

Red carpet & portrait experience by Marubé Jodie Walton Photography, featuring photo memories and guest captures

Special tribute words presented by the Women’s Business Association of Lynchburg

About the Artist:
Kevin James Thornton has built a loyal following with his hilarious, heartfelt and occasionally cringey moments of self reflection (with a splash of autotune) about growing up gay in a religious community in the 90s. He has nearly 3 million followers across social media with combined views of over a billion. His first special “Be Yourself” was released by Comedy Dynamics and can be seen on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. Thornton signed to Stimola Literary for his first autobiographical book due for a 2026 release. His 2024 tour saw sold out shows around the world where a recent review of his show at The Stand in Newcastle UK said, “Warm, witty and disarmingly self-deprecating… There is a tender centre to Thornton that makes his comedy sing; a delicate, relatable touch that left the crowd buoyed up and thirsty for more.” (Narc Magazine, UK)

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.

Everyone’s favorite astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson, will be in Charlottesville, VA to deliver a talk titled “Delusions of Space Enthusiasts.” The NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal recipient; graduate of Harvard University and Columbia University; and holder of 21 honorary doctoral degrees will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at John Paul Jones Arena.

About the Artist:
Dylan Carlino is a hilariously funny comedian, writer and actor with a genuinely unique point of view. After beginning his career in the Berkshires, he spent several years in Portland, OR before moving to Austin, TX where he won the Austin's Funniest competition in 2023. Dylan's been featured in multiple festivals including the Mass Moca Comedy Festival, the Moontower Comedy Festival and he was presented by Netflix is a Joke in their "Featuring..." showcase in 2024. Dylan host's the podcast, SOME OF THIS IS BAD, w/ comedian Colton Dowling and his own podcast, FEELIN' GIRLY. Recently, Dylan's audience has grown to over 1.8 million followers across TikTok and Instagram where his series, "If I Was A Girl..." has over 100 million views.

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.

About the Artist:
Dylan Carlino is a hilariously funny comedian, writer and actor with a genuinely unique point of view. After beginning his career in the Berkshires, he spent several years in Portland, OR before moving to Austin, TX where he won the Austin's Funniest competition in 2023. Dylan's been featured in multiple festivals including the Mass Moca Comedy Festival, the Moontower Comedy Festival and he was presented by Netflix is a Joke in their "Featuring..." showcase in 2024. Dylan host's the podcast, SOME OF THIS IS BAD, w/ comedian Colton Dowling and his own podcast, FEELIN' GIRLY. Recently, Dylan's audience has grown to over 1.8 million followers across TikTok and Instagram where his series, "If I Was A Girl..." has over 100 million views.

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.

Can You Spot a Lie?
Southwest Virginia’s funniest storytellers take the stage for the 2nd Annual Tellabration! Liars Contest at the June Bug Center in Floyd on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. Ten contestants will spin outrageous tall tales for cash prizes and the coveted Golden Shovel Award.
Admission is free (preregistration recommended). Contestants pay $10 to enter; only 10 spots are available.
Event Info & Pre-Registration: https://tinyurl.com/448bs5tu
Contestant Registration: https://tinyurl.com/3ca294aw
“It’s the funniest way to be lied to!”

About the Artist:
Dylan Carlino is a hilariously funny comedian, writer and actor with a genuinely unique point of view. After beginning his career in the Berkshires, he spent several years in Portland, OR before moving to Austin, TX where he won the Austin's Funniest competition in 2023. Dylan's been featured in multiple festivals including the Mass Moca Comedy Festival, the Moontower Comedy Festival and he was presented by Netflix is a Joke in their "Featuring..." showcase in 2024. Dylan host's the podcast, SOME OF THIS IS BAD, w/ comedian Colton Dowling and his own podcast, FEELIN' GIRLY. Recently, Dylan's audience has grown to over 1.8 million followers across TikTok and Instagram where his series, "If I Was A Girl..." has over 100 million views.

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.

About the Artist:
Dylan Carlino is a hilariously funny comedian, writer and actor with a genuinely unique point of view. After beginning his career in the Berkshires, he spent several years in Portland, OR before moving to Austin, TX where he won the Austin's Funniest competition in 2023. Dylan's been featured in multiple festivals including the Mass Moca Comedy Festival, the Moontower Comedy Festival and he was presented by Netflix is a Joke in their "Featuring..." showcase in 2024. Dylan host's the podcast, SOME OF THIS IS BAD, w/ comedian Colton Dowling and his own podcast, FEELIN' GIRLY. Recently, Dylan's audience has grown to over 1.8 million followers across TikTok and Instagram where his series, "If I Was A Girl..." has over 100 million views.

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.