Community Calendar

Rooted in African American history and cultural expression, Sweet Honey In The Rock stands as a powerful artistic force that educates, entertains, and empowers through the transformative medium of a cappella song and American Sign Language interpretation. For over four decades, the ensemble has created music that speaks to spiritual resilience, social justice, and collective healing, inviting audiences into a shared space of reflection and connection. Their work transcends performance, functioning as both artistic expression and cultural testimony—uplifting voices, honoring lived experiences, and inspiring communities to engage more deeply with one another and the world around them.

Guided by the spirit of #LoveInEvolution, this presentation celebrates love as an active, evolving practice—one rooted in truth, awareness, and compassion. Drawing inspiration from the words of James Baldwin, the program calls us to see more clearly, care more deeply, and act more justly. Through layered harmonies, storytelling, and movement, Sweet Honey In The Rock creates an inclusive experience that welcomes people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. Their music reminds us that love is not passive; it is a conscious choice to build bridges, nurture understanding, and imagine a more equitable and humane future together.

Join us at Wilton House Museum on Saturday, June 20th for the summertime Jammin' on the James concert series featuring The Ham Biscuits. This band brings a lively blend of Virginia charm and New Orleans soul to the heart of Richmond. Guests can enjoy house tours before relaxing on the lawn with live music and Italian ice from Good Vices. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, or blankets. Parking is limited, but a neighborhood shuttle will assist with arrival and departure.

Join the Blacksburg Community Band at Historic Smithfield! We'll be playing some great patriotic tunes to celebrate the Nation's semisesquicentennial!

What is that, you say? That's just a fancy way of saying the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!

The event is free and open to the public, and we hope to see you there!

The Night Shift consists of Aaron Geller, a chemistry teacher by day and guitarist by night, and Lilly Potts, an ER nurse by night and a singer by… other nights. They perform their own arrangements of songs from an eclectic range of styles including classic rock, blues, jazz, and folk music.

Join Wintergreen Music Artistic Director Erin Freeman as she previews the events and repertoire to be featured during the 2026 Wintergreen Music Festival. You’ll find out how she designed the Festival and discover some surprising facts about the marvelous music you’ll hear throughout July.

Celebrate Independence Day with the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra in a fun-filled, family-friendly, and free patriotic pops concert! Headlining Wintergreen Resort's July Fourth Jubilee on Saturday night, Artistic Director Erin Freeman and Assistant Conductor Nicoletta Moss will lead the full orchestra in a sparkling mix of Broadway hits, film favorites, and patriotic classics like America the Beautiful and Stars and Stripes Forever. Ready your voices for a few singalongs and join our musicians in the fun! Grab a blanket or chair and enjoy slopeside seating or find a seat in the covered Dunlop Pavilion. Seating available on a first come, first served basis.

For More Information, Visit richmond.funnybone.com About the Artist: Winston Hodges is from DC by way of Richmond, VA. He’s toured all over the east coast showcasing his southern charm and edgy wit. He has been featured on Don’t Tell Comedy’s Secret Sets, and was a Top 6 finalist on Kevin Hart’s “Funny AF” for Netflix – starting with thousands of applicants and 44 original competitors. His videos have been viewed over a combined 30 million times online. BUY TICKETS 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.

Indie rock guitar riffs paired with bluesy fuzz and grit, dancing with elements of funk, reggae, and surfy psychedelia — Chris App is forging a new and unique sound in the indie rock space. With strong inspiration from guitar-wielding icons John Mayer, Gary Clark Jr., Ocean Alley, Tash Sultana, and The Black Keys, he is able to strike a balance between free-spirited indie rock with disciplined, yet creative, blues rock and indie pop. With a versatile talent for combining his catchy, blues-infused guitar riffs with a vocal style ranging from smooth, harmonized tones to gritty, rock-inspired singing, Chris App’s bluesy motifs are the defining foundation to his improv, solo-heavy style that is conducive to new and unique melodies during his live performances.

FRANK SOLIVAN & DIRTY KITCHEN
LIVE AT THE FLOYD COUNTRY STORE
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026
7:00 PM
$25 - GENERAL ADMISSION | $30 - RESERVED
$12.50 - KIDS 12 & UNDER

LIVESTREAM: $10

ABOUT ARTIST

Multi-Grammy nominated Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen is a torrent of mind-blowing bluegrass. Known for their meaty pile-driving rhythms and Frank’s dynamic and bold vocals, the band’s last two albums have both received a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album. They have twice been named IBMA Instrumental Group of the Year and earned numerous other IBMA noms including Male Vocalist of the Year, Mandolin Player of the Year, and in 2013, received Banjo Player of the Year. Their massive sound and show stealing performances command the most prestigious stages in the country and abroad; from The Grand Ole Opry to the biggest international festivals across Europe, South America and Australia. The band has performed at the most renowned bluegrass festivals including Telluride, MerleFest, Grey Fox, RockyGrass, Delfest, Strawberry Music Festival, Pickin’ in the Pines, ROMP, and countless more. Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen is among the most respected and sought-after bands in the business. FS&DK’s respect and deep understanding of the bluegrass tradition collides, live on stage, with rock-tinged fiery virtuosity that pushes the boundaries of the genre. Other influences include country, jazz, blues, southern rock, and soul.

Forte Chamber Music Presents
Cellist Julian Schwarz and pianist Marika Bournaki, both Juilliard trained and internationally acclaimed, bring passion and brilliance to every performance. Julian, a prize-winning soloist and chamber musician, made his concerto debut at age 11 with the Seattle Symphony under the baton of his father, Gerard Schwarz. Marika, dubbed “the Celine Dion of classical” by The Huffington Post, made her professional debut at 9 and is the subject of the acclaimed documentary "I Am Not a Rock Star."

Wimberly Recital Hall, Randolph College

Tickets: Adults $40 | Students FREE

Tickets available at www.lynchburgtickets.com/schwarz-bournaki, or at the door.

For more information: fortechambermusic@gmail.com or 434.515.1837