BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//The Piedmont Environmental Council - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.pecva.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Piedmont Environmental Council
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251001T203229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T203259Z
UID:10001257-1759572000-1759597200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:The WildRoots Festival
DESCRIPTION:Image by Forrest Green Farm\n\n\n\nEngage with nature through outdoor activities\, wild edibles\, foraging\, hunting\, and outdoor skills at this free event\, hosted by Forrest Green Farm in Louisa\, VA! \n\n\n\nLauria McShane. Photo by George Gardner.\n\n\n\nParticipate in the Healthy Living Workshop\, where you can join PEC’s Virginia Grassland Birds Initiative Assistant Lauria McShane in Tent B at 11:30 a.m. for a talk about The Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative and bringing back grassland birds. \n\n\n\nThen enjoy the food trucks and beer garden\, and browse the many vendors. \n\n\n\nAdditional activities include an archery introduction\, trick or treating and a kids costume contest. \n\n\n\nPEC will have a table at the event\, so stop by and see us!  \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer:
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/wildroots-festival/
LOCATION:Forrest Green Farm\, 2317 Evergreen Rd.\, Louisa\, Virginia\, 23093\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Wildroots-Festival-banner-FB-1000px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Forrest Green Farm":MAILTO:forrestgreenfarm@rahmweb.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250912T134909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T161317Z
UID:10001247-1760086800-1760110200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Chancellors Rock Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council for a Plantings for the Piedmont volunteer tree planting on Friday\, October 10th\, at Chancellors Rock Farm in Flint Hill\, VA.  Volunteers are needed for two shifts\, morning and afternoon.  Together\, we will plant approximately 275 native trees in support of this working farm’s commitment to enhance the riparian buffers growing between pastureland and tributaries to the Rappahannock River.  \n\n\n\nLearn more and sign up → \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Ellie Young at eyoung@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-at-chancellors-rock-farm/
LOCATION:Chancellors Rock Farm\, 2096 Jericho Road\, Flint Hill\, VA\, 22640
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Long_Branch_Tree_Planting_10.31.22_Clarke_County_credit_Hugh_Kenny_PEC-16-of-74.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251013T193902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T193910Z
UID:10001258-1760517000-1760544000@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Rappahannock River Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This is an amazing opportunity to collaborate\, learn\, and connect with others who bring expertise in new research\, funding opportunities\, and a shared passion for promoting clean water and preserving our watershed. This event is open to a wide range of participants\, including local government staff and elected officials\, representatives from planning districts\, soil and water conservation districts\, land trusts\, state and federal agencies\, as well as students\, educators\, and community members interested in environmental stewardship. \n\n\n\nMore information → \n\n\n\n*PEC is a sponsor of this event
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/5th-annual-rappahannock-river-symposium/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251013T194851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T194858Z
UID:10001259-1760641200-1760644800@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Impact of Data Center Boom on Virginia Communities
DESCRIPTION:Impact of the Data Center Boom on Virginia Communities is the subject of a live presentation to be given at UUCSV at 7:00 pm on Thursday October 16 by Julie Bolthouse\, Director of Land Use for The Piedmont Environmental Council.  \n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by WISE\, the Winchester-area Interfaith Stewards of the Earth\, and all interested persons are cordially invited to attend. \n\n\n\nLearn more →
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/impact-of-data-center-boom-on-virginia-communities/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church of the Shenandoah Valley\, 6380 Valley Pike\, Stephens City\, VA 22655
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250901T191031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T191418Z
UID:10001244-1760720400-1760731200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Charlottesville Wild & Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Living Earth School is hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival for the fourth year\, bringing this call to environmental activism event to Charlottesville.  \n\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate the wonder of nature and the connections it brings. The program this year features adventurous documentaries and short films on nature with the theme: Earth Care\, People Care. Come be a part of connecting with nature and community.  \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from the event support The Living Earth School’s mission to connect all people to the earth and to build healthy relationships with nature\, self\, and community. \n\n\n\nTickets are $25\, $15 for students\, or $50 for a virtual viewing pass. Get your tickets today!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/charlottesville-wild-scenic-film-festival/
LOCATION:Piedmont Virginia Community College – Dickenson Fine Arts and Performance Center\, 501 College Drive\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Screenshot-2025-09-01-at-3.01.09-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250926T210146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T210205Z
UID:10001255-1760781600-1760803200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Salubria's Oktoberfest & History Faire
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Historic Germanna in partnership with Culpeper Tourism & Economic Development and the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250). \n\n\n\nThis festive event at Historic Salubria in Culpeper County\, on Saturday\, Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, will transform the scenic grounds into a lively celebration of Virginia’s past and present. Enjoy historic reenactments and live demonstrations\, traditional crafts\, food trucks and beer garden\, regional period music and more!  \n\n\n\nThis event launches Culpeper’s 250th History Week as part of the county’s 250th anniversary commemorations. \n\n\n\nPEC will have a table at the event – please stop by and see us! \n\n\n\nAdmission is free. Parking can be purchased in advance through the Historic Germanna website by clicking the button below.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/salubrias-oktoberfest-history-faire/
LOCATION:Historic Salubria\, 19173 Salubria Ln\, Stevensburg\, 22741
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Salubria-Octoberfest-2025-banner-1000px.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250818T152341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T160246Z
UID:10001239-1760785200-1760889600@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Fall Foliage Festival at Sky Meadows State Park
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beauty of fall in Virginia at the Fall Foliage Festival at Sky Meadows State Park\, taking place on October 18 and 19\, 2025 in Paris\, VA. Take in the vibrant colors of the changing leaves and enjoy activities\, including hiking and wagon rides\, as well as live music\, fall treats and more. \n\n\n\nThe festival will run from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on both days\, so mark your calendars and plan to join in the festivities. PEC is a partner on this event and will have a table at the festival both days\, so please stop by and see us! \n\n\n\nThe event itself is free and no registration is required; however\, please note that standard parking or admission fees to enter Sky Meadows State Park still apply.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/fall-foliage-festival-at-sky-meadows-state-park/
LOCATION:Sky Meadows State Park\, 11012 Edmonds Ln\, Delaplane\, Virginia\, 20144\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/PMO-oct24-landscape-malvika-shrimali-03jpg.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sky Meadows State Park":MAILTO:SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251015T203759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T204947Z
UID:10001263-1761071400-1761075000@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: The Fight to Stop Dominion's Attack on Small-Scale Solar
DESCRIPTION:Dominion Energy is trying to pass a proposal that would severely limit a Virginia policy called net metering. \n\n\n\nWith net metering\, solar owners receive a monthly credit on their bill for energy their solar panels produce. The excess\, unused energy is sent to the grid. You share energy with your neighbors\,  and your utility rewards you with credit that can pay off future bills. Dominion wants to take that away.  \n\n\n\nLearn the details of Dominion’s proposal\, as well as what you can do to stop it from passing in this webinar hosted by Solar United Neighbors. PEC’s Energy & Climate Policy Advisor\, Ashish Kapoor\, will speak about our involvement in the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) case about net metering as well as our recently commissioned report Value of Distributed Solar in Virginia: A Framework for Fair Net-Metering Compensation. \n\n\n\nTopics covered in this webinar: \n\n\n\n\nExamine Dominion’s proposal to weaken Net Metering (NEM)\n\n\n\nOutline NEM’s wide-ranging energy and social benefits\n\n\n\nSynthesize findings from a new PEC-commissioned Dunsky report that analyzes the value of solar in Virginia\n\n\n\nShare ways to join the fight to protect NEM\n\n\n\n\nSolar advocates recently defeated Appalachian Power Company’s attempt to cut net metering . Now\, it’s time to protect Virginians in Dominion territory. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this free webinar
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/webinar-the-fight-to-stop-dominions-attack-on-small-scale-solar/
LOCATION:This Event is Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251013T195745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T161024Z
UID:10001260-1761382800-1761397200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:TEDxWarrenton: Unscripted Futures
DESCRIPTION:PEC’s Senior Energy & Climate Policy Advisor Ashish Kapoor will be speaking at this year’s TEDx event. Topic: Real Change Begins in the Radical Middle. \n\n\n\nTEDxWarrenton is a self-sustaining\, volunteer-run\, group with a license from TED to independently organize a local TED event. TEDxWarrenton was established in 2021 for spreading new ideas and connecting a community within Fauquier County eager to grow their impact on the world. We welcome and champion those who want to challenge the status quo and drive change. TEDx is a platform that amplifies the ideas of change makers; a forum to foster new perspectives\, and a community committed to challenging its members to be better. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 TEDxWarrenton event will consist of themed sections for our speakers. TEDx is a showcase for speakers presenting great\, well-formed ideas. \n\n\n\nMore info and tickets →
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tedx-warrenton-unscripted-futures/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250912T140912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T151103Z
UID:10001248-1761384600-1761393600@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Courts of St. Francis
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council for a Plantings for the Piedmont volunteer tree planting on Saturday\, October 25th\, at the Courts of St. Francis neighborhood in Purcellville\, VA.  Volunteers are needed for one morning shift.  Together\, we will plant approximately 75 native trees and shrubs in support of this residential community’s commitment to protect the Purcellville waterways that flow into the Potomac Watershed and ultimately to the Chesapeake Bay.   \n\n\n\nLearn more and sign up → \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Ellie Young at eyoung@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-at-courts-of-st-francis/
LOCATION:Courts of St. Francis\, St. Francis Court\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Long_Branch_Tree_Planting_10.31.22_Clarke_County_credit_Hugh_Kenny_PEC-37-of-74.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250924T195405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T203222Z
UID:10001253-1761390000-1761400800@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Community Farm Heirloom Corn Grinding Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Photo from Burwell Morgan Mill’s Facebook page.\n\n\n\nJoin PEC at the Burwell Morgan Mill in Clarke County as we grind our heirloom Hopi Blue Corn\, grown at PEC’s Community Farm at Roundabout Meadows\, into cornmeal and grits. \n\n\n\nPEC will have an information table at the mill during the grinding\, and visitors will be able to see this historic grist mill in action! \n\n\n\nLearn more about the Mill at https://www.clarkehistory.org/mill.html.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/community-farm-heirloom-corn-grinding/
LOCATION:Burwell Morgan Mill\, 15 Tannery Ln.\, Millwood\, Virginia\, 22646\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250912T142057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T151514Z
UID:10001249-1761642000-1761665400@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at The EcoVillage of Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council and Friends of the Rappahannock for a volunteer tree planting on Tuesday\, October 28th\, at The Ecovillage of Loudoun County in Lovettsville\, VA.  Volunteers are needed for two shifts\, morning and afternoon.  Together\, we will plant approximately 220 native trees and shrubs to enhance the “common land” stewarded by this rural community just a few miles from the Potomac River.  \n\n\n\nLearn more and sign up → \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Ellie Young at eyoung@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-at-the-ecovillage-of-loudoun-county/
LOCATION:The EcoVillage of Loudoun County\, Hickory Shade Lane\, Lovettsville\, VA\, 20180
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Long_Branch_Tree_Planting_10.31.22_Clarke_County_credit_Hugh_Kenny_PEC-7-of-74.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250923T183247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T150716Z
UID:10001251-1761901200-1761908400@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Corpse Botany Walk at the Piedmont Memorial Overlook
DESCRIPTION:Photo credit Brooke McDonough\, Virginia Working Landscapes.\n\n\n\nJoin The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC)\, Virginia Native Plant Society Piedmont Chapter President Dr. Emily Southgate\, and Sustainability Matters for a corpse botany walk at PEC’s Piedmont Memorial Overlook to learn about native plant identification after meadow species have gone to seed! \n\n\n\nNature themed costumes are encouraged for this Halloween-day event. You will also be able to go home with a bag of seeds to plant in your own garden! \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public but registration is required. Space is limited. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nWeather policy: This event will be held rain or shine\, barring any adverse weather conditions. \n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather\, but fun\, nature-themed costumes are highly encouraged! We will be walking through grass and tall vegetation. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: Water bottle\, hat\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, camera and binoculars. \n\n\n\n* Please note that there are no restroom facilities available at the Overlook. Water and snacks will be available for attendees. \n\n\n\n*Unfortunately\, we are unable to accommodate pets at this event. \n\n\n\nDirections: We will email directions to registrants. \n\n\n\nPhoto credit Brooke McDonough\, Virginia Working Landscapes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Overlook\n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Memorial Overlook sits within a large block of privately and publicly protected land along the Blue Ridge Mountains that is a patchwork of forest\, livestock pasture\, and mountainous fields. The land was actively farmed from the late 18th century until the recent past\, and was heavily grazed by cattle. \n\n\n\nIn 2012\, PEC began an extensive restoration effort on the 50-acre parcel with funding from the USDA\, first eliminating fescue and other non-native plants from the pasture\, and then seeding native grasses and wildflowers. The property now serves as an active demonstration site for landowners who are interested in viewing habitat restoration practices. \n\n\n\nThe 15+ acre native meadow is home to songbirds\, butterflies\, raptors\, bees and black bears. It was planted with 16 native wildflower species that provide forage for pollinators and habitat for grassland and shrubland birds. PEC manages the meadow using prescribed fire\, late winter mowing\, and invasive species monitoring.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/corpse-botany-walk-at-the-piedmont-memorial-overlook/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251013T210124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T210145Z
UID:10001262-1761991200-1762002000@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Bluebird Society's 2025 Annual Meeting & Program
DESCRIPTION:Bluebird perched on a wood fence. Photo by Hugh Kenny\, PEC.\n\n\n\nThe Virginia Bluebird Society will hold its Annual Meeting on Saturday\, Nov. 1 at The Center at Belvedere in Charlotteville and via Zoom.  \n\n\n\nLauria McShane\, Program Assistant for the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative at the Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC)\, will present an overview of the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative (VGBI).  \n\n\n\nAbout VGBI: A partnership between Smithsonian’s Virginia Working Landscapes\, The Piedmont Environmental Council\, American Farmland Trust\, and Quail Forever\, VGBBI is innovating new ways to reverse the declines of grassland birds on working lands in the Virginia Piedmont\, Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley. Together\, VGBI partners work with landowners and producers in 16 counties to restore grassland habitat for the benefit of birds and farms. \n\n\n\nLauria McShane\n\n\n\nLauria McShane: Lauria McShane joined PEC’s staff in October 2023 as an assistant to the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative (VGBI). Prior to joining PEC\, Lauria graduated from Sweet Briar College in May 2023 with a B.S. in Biology. Lauria also studied in the Conservation\, Biodiversity and Society program at the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation in the fall of 2022. Shortly after graduation\, Lauria worked with the James River Association as a riparian buffer steward. Lauria also studied and worked in sustainable agriculture productions at her campus greenhouse\, garden and apiary\, where she discovered a passion for producing food in a way that respects the environment and the community. Lauria also works for Seven Bends Native Plant Nursery as part of their marketing team. \n\n\n\nRegistration for the VBS Annual Meeting is required. Click below to learn more and to register.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/virginia-bluebird-societys-2025-annual-meeting-program/
LOCATION:The Center at Belvedere\, 540 Belvedere Boulevard\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22901
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Bluebird_Hugh_Kenny-1000px.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250904T172126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T180237Z
UID:10001245-1762097400-1762106400@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Get your costume\, scare up some friends and join the Piedmont Mobility Alliance for a free\, fun\, relaxed and social bicycle ride through the streets of Charlottesville! \n\n\n\nThe ride will follow bike lanes and quiet neighborhood streets wherever possible. We will take breaks at cemeteries and other spooky destinations along the way. The ride will end back at Preston Plaza at which time for fellowship\, refreshments\, and a brief discussion. \n\n\n\nPrizes will be awarded for the best costume and most tricked-out bike!Contact info@bikewalkcville.org for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBikeCville is made possible by a grant from the Bama Works Fund to encourage safe bicycling and create a stronger network of bicycle advocates.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/halloween-bike-ride-2/
LOCATION:Charlottesville Community Bikes\, 917 #D Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Untitled3_20251014165101.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251013T200829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T201553Z
UID:10001261-1762511400-1762630200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Chesapeake Watershed Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay’s 20th Annual Chesapeake Watershed Forum is a watershed-wide event reaching over 400 restoration and protection practitioners to inspire and empower local action towards clean water. We share successful tools and techniques\, offer lessons and learnings from on-the-ground work\, build capacities of local organizations\, foster partnerships\, educate on new initiatives and emerging practices\, network with others\, and celebrate our successes. \n\n\n\n*PEC’s October Greenfield and Linnea Sherman will be speaking about opportunities for expanding the conservation toolbox. \n\n\n\nMore information → \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 2025 theme is “Shaping the Future of Conservation with Human-Centered Approaches.”\n\n\n\nFor two decades\, the Chesapeake Watershed Forum has brought together partners to collaborate\, innovate\, and drive meaningful progress in restoring and protecting the shared waters of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. As we mark this milestone 20th anniversary\, we have an opportunity to reflect on the successes and challenges that have shaped our work and the lessons that will guide us forward. \n\n\n\n2025 is a pivotal year – both a moment to celebrate how far we have come and a chance to plan for what’s ahead. Planning for 2025 and Beyond efforts led by the Chesapeake Bay Program challenge us to think critically about the future of conservation and restoration efforts. While uncertainties exist\, by embracing a mindset of resilience and adaptability\, we can continue building a strong foundation for the next generation of conservationists in our region. \n\n\n\nThis year’s theme centers on human-centered approaches – ensuring that the needs\, well-being\, and aspirations of people remain at the core of our work. By prioritizing trust and collaborative decision-making\, we create impactful solutions and longstanding outcomes. Our ability to navigate change isn’t just about responding to external forces; it’s about proactively shaping a future that meets the needs and collective futures for all of us.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/chesapeake-watershed-forum/
LOCATION:National Conservation Training Center\, 698 Conservation Way\, Shepherdstown\, West Virginia\, 25443\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20250924T184454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T184505Z
UID:10001252-1763112600-1763125200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Rappahannock County Park
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council\, Friends of the Rappahannock\, and Rappahannock County Park Recreational Facilities Authority for a volunteer tree planting on Friday\, November 14 at the Rappahannock County Park in Washington\, VA.  Volunteers are needed for one shift from 9:30am – 1:00pm.  Together\, we will plant approximately 150 native trees and shrubs to enhance the riparian buffer along the Rush River\, a tributary of the Rappahannock River watershed.   \n\n\n\nLearn more and sign up → \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Ellie Young at eyoung@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-at-rappahannock-county-park/
LOCATION:Rappahannock County Park\, 7 Park Ln\, Washington\, Virginia\, 22747\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/rappahannock_county_park_tree_planting_12-6-23_credit_hugh_kenny_pec-61-1200x.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251001T175626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200927Z
UID:10001256-1763737200-1763748000@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Open House in Etlan
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to a free\, open house at Ducard Vineyards to mingle with each other and conservation practitioners in the area including the Piedmont Environmental Council\, the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative and the Shenandoah National Park Trust.  \n\n\n\nWe hope to meet Etlan landowners and managers and share about the many resources and support that these organizations can offer. Learn about tree planting\, invasive plant control\, forest management\, pollinators\, wildlife\, adaptive grazing\, native plants\, dark skies\, conservation easements and more. \n\n\n\nThis is a casual\, afternoon event. Show up as you are\, but let us know you’re coming. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/conservation-open-house-in-etlan/
LOCATION:Ducard Vineyard\, 40 Gibson Hollow Lane\, Etlan\, Virginia\, 22719
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/images/agriculture/animals/blur-madison_county_farm_cows_credit_katherine_vance06-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251203T194042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T214007Z
UID:10001265-1764925200-1764930600@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Piedmont Mobility Alliance: December 2025 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This meeting will be virtual only. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83587010922?pwd=yVpSMVXs8PZEuBQjX1gwF7Bow4Wi4N.1&jst=2 \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Mobility Alliance is a coalition of organizations\, agencies\, businesses and groups who share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. We gather every two months to share updates and work collaboratively on projects that none can accomplish alone.AgendaIntroductionsCollaborative Updates– BikeCville / WalkCville– Bike Month– Rivanna River Greenway / BluewayActive Mobility Summit– March 5 – 6 at the Wool Factory– Theme Ideas– Speakers– SponsorsOrganization Updates \n\n\n\nPlease feel free to submit agenda items.(pkrebs@pecva.org) \n\n\n\nOptional Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83587010922?pwd=yVpSMVXs8PZEuBQjX1gwF7Bow4Wi4N.1 Meeting ID: 835 8701 0922 Passcode: 950165 —One tap mobile +15642172000\,\,83587010922#US +16469313860\,\,83587010922# US Join instructions https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/83587010922/invitations?signature=SxyRSYLsIJdabLgUhDMoSlr221kgOj3WtxS4MmxJ36E
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/piedmont-mobility-alliance-december-2025-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251106T190924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T190933Z
UID:10001264-1765011600-1765022400@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:General Assembly Preview & Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:Organized by Virginia Conservation Network \n\n\n\nLearn what issues we expect to come up during the 2026 General Assembly session! This is your best chance to hear about anticipated environmental legislation from statewide environmental experts ahead of Virginia’s legislative session.Join an in-person Regional Watch Party at one of the host locations across the state listed below (breakfast included!) or tune in online. PEC will host an in-person Watch Party at our headquarters office in Warrenton.  \n\n\n\nIn-person tickets are $20. Breakfast and coffee will be provided starting around 9:00 a.m. After the program\, in-person attendees will be able to network with other local community members and advocacy leaders during breakout conversations on how state level policy impacts decisions at the local level and how to make an impact!Join a regional watch party near you in: \n\n\n\n\nArlington\n\n\n\nCharlottesville\n\n\n\nHarrisonburg\n\n\n\nLeesburg\n\n\n\nNokesville\n\n\n\nReston\n\n\n\nRichmond\n\n\n\nRoanoke\n\n\n\nVirginia Beach\n\n\n\nWarrenton – At PEC office!\n\n\n\n\nJoining online is free\, but a donation of $20 is appreciated. Virtual attendees can tune in to the General Assembly Preview from 9:15 – 11 a.m. to hear all speaker presentations. Registration is required to receive the webinar link.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/general-assembly-preview-watch-party/
LOCATION:PEC Warrenton Office\, 45 Horner St\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20186\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/Warrenton-GA-Preview-2025-1000px.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251218T225706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T143607Z
UID:10001268-1767952800-1767958200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Trails Alliance January 2026 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Trails Alliance (VTA) advocates for quality trail systems that benefit all citizens and visitors to the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Piedmont Environmental Council is hosting the January virtual meeting. \n\n\n\nMeeting Agenda. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82302076665?pwd=xyLiDmWVJITPRuVz01HFNh6t0gfEAo.1Meeting ID: 823 0207 6665Passcode: 851499
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/virginia-trails-alliance-january-2026-meeting/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/VA_Blue-ridge-trail_nelson-amherst_Peter_Krebs_1809-181-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20260115T160738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T160820Z
UID:10001271-1769590800-1769616000@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Outdoor Recreation Day
DESCRIPTION:Show up and show your support for Virginia’s great outdoors at the inaugural Outdoor Recreation Day. \n\n\n\nJoin our partners at Our Virginia Outdoors in Richmond on Wednesday\, January 28 for the inaugural Virginia Outdoor Recreation Day at the capitol! Show up and show your support for Virginia’s irreplaceable iconic landscapes\, powerhouse outdoor recreation economy\, and diverse opportunities for adventure. \n\n\n\nThe day starts with hot chocolate and coffee on the square\, with brief remarks from legislative champions for Virginia’s outdoors. Enjoy an outdoor exhibit showcasing outdoor recreation’s economic impact across Virginia\, and opt-in to participate in meetings with lawmakers about the importance of investing in this growing sector. Let’s make the first Virginia Outdoor Recreation Day one to remember! \n\n\n\nRegister today!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/virginia-outdoor-recreation-day/
LOCATION:General Assembly Building\, 201 North 9th Street\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1174039550_1961212485003_1_original.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20260114T154728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T170111Z
UID:10001270-1770048000-1770058800@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Charlottesville Open House
DESCRIPTION:Update: Due to icy conditions\, PEC’s Charlottesville Open House on Monday\, Feb. 2 is postponed. We’ll keep you posted on a future date! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpdate: Due to icy conditions\, PEC’s Charlottesville Open House on Monday\, Feb. 2 is postponed. We’ll keep you posted on a future date! \n\n\n\nPlease join the Piedmont Environmental Council’s Charlottesville / Albemarle staff for an Open House on Monday\, February 2\, from 4 to 7 p.m. \n\n\n\nThis year\, our staff is focused on various land use issues\, like implementing the Albemarle Comprehensive Plan\, supporting conservation and protecting natural resources through conservation easements\, and expanding transportation and mobility connections throughout Charlottesville and Albemarle. \n\n\n\nOur location in the historic King Building\, off of the Downtown Mall\, serves as the home base for our work in the southern half of our nine-county region that extends north from Albemarle to Loudoun County. \n\n\n\n410 East Water Street\, Suite 700\, Charlottesville\, VA \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP. Drinks & light bites will be provided. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Montana L. Ruffner at mlanier@pecva.org or 540-677-0813 \n\n\n\n*** \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Environmental Council works across a nine-county region to protect the lands and waters of the Virginia Piedmont\, while building stronger\, more sustainable communities. Follow the Piedmont Environmental Council on Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and Facebook and sign up for PEC email updates to stay up to date on Albemarle County and Charlottesville and our local- and state-wide work.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/charlottesville-open-house/
LOCATION:Piedmont Environmental Council\, 410 East Water Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1675.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251210T144328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T144338Z
UID:10001267-1770191100-1770213600@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Conservation Network's Conservation Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:PEC staff attend VCN’s 2024 Conservation Lobby Day in Richmond\, VA. (From left to right: Gem Bingol\, Don McCown\, Julie Bolthouse and Sarah Parmelee.) Credit Hugh Kenny/PEC.\n\n\n\nThe Virginia Conservation Network (VCN)’s annual Conservation Lobby Day\, taking place this year on Wednesday\, Feb. 4\, 2026\, is your chance to lobby with fellow advocates in your district for environmental action that matters most to you. \n\n\n\nThe event will kick off at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Richmond\, VA. You will attend lobby meetings with your legislators and fellow advocates throughout the morning. Finally\, you will wrap up at St. Paul’s with a recap and planning for next steps. \n\n\n\n\nMore info & register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please reach out to jaime@vcnva.org \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Environmental Council is proud to sponsor this event.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/virginia-conservation-networks-conservation-lobby-day-2/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 815 E Grace St\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/1200px_richmond_capital_vcn_lobby_day-1-31-24_credit_hugh_kenny_pec-09408-jpg.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20251210T142807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T172509Z
UID:10001266-1770622200-1770645600@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Data Center Reform Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:PEC staff joined a coalition of organizations in Richmond to demonstrate support for data center reform\, February 2023. Photo by Hugh Kenny/PEC.\n\n\n\nThe Data Center Reform Coalition is excited to announce our 2026 Lobby Day slated for Monday\, Feb. 9\, 2026. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we are urging state lawmakers to take action on the unchecked\, exponential growth of data centers in Virginia.\n\n\n\nThis event is your chance to lobby with fellow advocates in your district for a smarter development approach to data centers in our state.  \n\n\n\nBackground: Virginia is home to the world’s largest concentration of data centers in the world\, dwarfing all other global markets. Each of these data centers consumes as much power as a small city\, creating a huge increase in future electricity infrastructure needs\, and their continued\, unfettered growth will have a disastrous impact on ratepayers\, our communities\, and the environment. \n\n\n\nSeveral pieces of legislation have been introduced for the 2026 General Assembly session that advocate for a smarter development approach and embrace our four main pillars of reform: \n\n\n\n\nEnhanced Transparency\n\n\n\nState Oversight\n\n\n\nProtections for Families and Businesses\n\n\n\nIncentives for Efficiency\n\n\n\n\nWe believe we can get legislation in place this year to bring about a smarter digital future for our state. Help us spread the word in February! \n\n\n\nHow it works: You will be led in your meetings by a lobbying expert and joined by others in your district\, so there is no need to be a seasoned advocate. Moreover\, the Coalition will host a prep meeting\, open to all who register\, to answer questions and go over what we are asking lawmakers to support. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Data Center Reform Coalition\n\n\n\nThe Data Center Reform Coalition is comprised of more than 50 environmental\, conservation\, historic preservation and climate advocacy groups\, we well as representatives from diverse communities and neighborhoods across the Commonwealth. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Jared Mummert\, PEC Senior Data Center Reform Campaign Coordinator\, at jmummert@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/data-center-reform-lobby-day/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 815 East Grace Street\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/richmond_capital_data_center_bills_2_3_23_credit_hugh_kenny_06248_1200x.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20260129T001226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T195119Z
UID:10001273-1771524000-1771531200@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Community Meeting: Rapidan River – Clark Mountain Rural Historic District
DESCRIPTION:Left: View of the Rapidan Mill by Hugh Kenny/PEC. Top right: Rapidan Freight Depot by Kipp Teague. Bottom Right: Bethel Baptist Church by Hugh Kenny/PEC.\n\n\n\nJoin neighbors and friends to learn about the proposed Rapidan River – Clark Mountain Rural Historic District. \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Environmental Council will host this community meeting to explain the proposed historic district and an update on our work over the past several years toward a listing on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. \n\n\n\nStaff from The Piedmont Environmental Council\, along with The Fairfield Foundation and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources will lead a discussion about what a rural historic district is\, where we are in the listing process and the historical significance of the area. \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be provided. There will be a presentation upfront\, followed by plenty of time for questions! \n\n\n\nThis event is free but space is limited. Please reserve your spot ahead of time. \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground:\n\n\n\nA rural historic district is a geographic area with a significant concentration of buildings\, structures\, roads and waterways\, cultural and historic landscapes and natural features\, which has been recognized for its historical significance by formal listing on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. \n\n\n\nThe Rapidan River – Clark Mountain Rural Historic District is a nearly 40\,000-acre historic landscape in Orange County and parts of Madison and Culpeper Counties known for its high concentration of historic resources dating from the prehistoric period through the 1930s. \n\n\n\nA historic district creates more awareness about a community’s unique cultural\, historic and natural assets\, which often leads to a greater effort to preserve that history for future generations. It is honorary and does not impose any restrictions on private property owners. \n\n\n\nLearn more → \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Don McCown\, Land Use Field Representative for Madison and Orange Counties\, with any questions at dmccown@pecva.org. \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Environmental Council works across a nine-county region to protect the lands and waters of the Virginia Piedmont\, while building stronger\, more sustainable communities.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/community-meeting-rapidan-river-clark-mountain-rural-historic-district/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Episcopal Church\, 28279 Rapidan Rd\, Rapidan\, Virginia\, 22733\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/rapidan_clark_mountain_rural_historic_district_banner_2026_1200x.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20260210T193916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T193927Z
UID:10001274-1771871400-1771876800@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Land Conservation and Farm Grants
DESCRIPTION:Join us Monday\, Feb. 23 evening to learn more about the various conservation tools available to landowners interested in protecting their land and the area’s significant farm and forestland.  \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Environmental Council‘s Conservation Program Manager\, Kim Biasiolli\, will talk about conservation easements\, applicable grants\, and additional conservation tools\, opportunities and cost-share programs that landowners can take advantage of.  \n\n\n\nWhere: Greene County Library (Senior Citizen Room)\, 222 Main Street\, Stanardsville\, VaWhen: Monday\, Feb. 23 @6:30-8 p.m. Who: You! Landowners and farm managers in Greene & Madison counties RSVP: Email preserveruralgreene@gmail.com to let us know you’re coming \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by Preserve Rural Greene and the Blue Ridge Foothills Conservancy. Refreshments will be provided. This event is free.  \n\n\n\nSpeaker Highlight: Kim Biasiolli is a Conservation Program Manager for PEC.  She joined PEC in 2022 with over 20 years of experience working on biodiversity protection\, natural resources management\, and land conservation projects and initiatives. Prior to joining PEC\, Kim worked as the natural resources manager for Albemarle County\, and as a forest conservation specialist for the Virginia Department of Forestry\, where she managed the agency’s forestland conservation and stewardship efforts throughout the Piedmont region.In the early days of her career\, she worked as a rare plant botanist and vegetation ecologist with the Nature Conservancy and the National Park Service. Kim received a B.S. in Environmental Studies from the Evergreen State College and a M.S. in Natural Resources: Forest Ecology from the University of Vermont.  \n\n\n\n*** \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Environmental Council works across a nine-county region to protect the lands and waters of the Virginia Piedmont\, while building stronger\, more sustainable communities. Follow the Piedmont Environmental Council on Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and Facebook and sign up for PEC email updates to stay up to date on Albemarle County and Charlottesville and our local- and state-wide work.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/basics-of-land-conservation-and-farm-grants/
LOCATION:Greene County Library\, 222 Main Street #101\, Stanardsville\, Virginia\, 22973
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/farm_sunset_view_greene_county_credit_patricia_temples.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20260105T210014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T172627Z
UID:10001269-1772731800-1772798400@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:6th Annual Active Mobility Summit
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in more safe spaces to walk\, bike or run? Do you crave better access to the great outdoors? Are you looking for other people ready to jumpstart a year of positive local action? The annual Charlottesville / Albemarle Active Mobility Summit is for you! \n\n\n\nThe annual Charlottesville / Albemarle Active Mobility Summit invites cyclists\, walkers\, runners\, and people interested in promoting active lifestyles for a Thursday evening of presentations\, followed by Friday morning work sessions and Friday afternoon field trips.  \n\n\n\nThis year’s summit will focus on the economic and social benefits communities enjoy when they are great for walking and biking residents and visitors have easy access to fresh air. Thursday will have public presentations; Friday morning will focus on structural solutions. \n\n\n\nYou don’t need to attend both sessions to benefit but it is encouraged. Both sessions will include snacks and drinks and both sessions will include plenty of fellowship and ways to get involved. The Mobility Summit is free but registration is required.  \n\n\n\nWhere: The Wool Factory (1837 Broadway Street\, Charlottesville) When: Thursday\, March 5 (5:30-9 p.m.) + Friday\, March 6 (9-12 p.m.) Friday afternoon will include field trips.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n***The Piedmont Mobility Allianceis a coalition of more than 40 organizations\, businesses\, agencies that share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/6th-annual-active-mobility-summit/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/active_mobility_summit_charlottesville_albemarle_wool_factory_3-7-25_credit_hugh_kenny_pec-28-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20260115T162459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T204005Z
UID:10001272-1773939600-1773946800@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:A Night Under the Dark Sky at Maple Glen
DESCRIPTION:Maintaining dark skies free of light pollution are important for both wildlife and people. Gather with community members at Maple Glen in Madison County to learn about what we all can do personally and as a collective to protect dark skies along Shenandoah National Park. \n\n\n\nHosted by the Shenandoah National Park Trust and the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative\, there will be hot cocoa and refreshments to accompany our presentation and walk at dusk about the wildlife that rely on dark skies. Dress to be outdoors.  \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, Mar. 19 at 5-7 p.m. (Note: This date was rescheduled from Feb. 19 due to rain) Where: Maple Glen in Madison County (Register for exact details) \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/a-night-under-the-dark-sky-at-graves-mill-farm/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/sky.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134819
CREATED:20260309T214038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T214129Z
UID:10001278-1773943200-1773950400@www.pecva.org
SUMMARY:Culpeper Budget Information Meeting: Understanding the County Budget
DESCRIPTION:and how to be a part of the decision-making\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about the details of a county budget at this informational meeting hosted by the Culpeper Citizens Information Network at Culpeper United Methodist Church. Questions will be taken.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/culpeper-budget-information-meeting-understanding-the-county-budget/
LOCATION:Culpeper United Methodist Church\, 1233 Oaklawn Dr.\, Culpeper\, Virginia\, 22701
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pecva.org/wp-content/uploads/culpeper_downtown_sunset_credit_hugh_kenny-1000px.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR