Wayside Theatre presents “The Buddy Holly Story”. The musical chronicles of Buddy Holly and The Crickets, from 1950’s rise to the death of Buddy Holly. 540-869-1776.

Washington and Lee University/Lenfest Center events: “Printmaking” by Abbey Wilson on the 1st; “The Romantic Generation”, music on the 7th; “Chicago”, presented by the Theater and Music Departments on the 11th; University Jazz Ensemble concert on the 16th; Choral Festival on the 20th; “Porgy and Bess” on the 22nd; University Wind Ensemble concert on the 30th. For times and ticket information call 540-458-8007.

The Heritage Center, 382 High Street,  presents “A Century of  the New Method” exhibit–Photographers in Rockingham County, from the era 1850-1950. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 540-879-2681.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss and Read Across America Day at the Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Road. 540-869-9000.

Gallery Explorers: What’s Old, What’s New?: Museum of the Shenandoah Valley 10:15–11:15 a.m. In this fun program, children—stroller/preschool through age 7—will discover how everyday objects have changed over the years during a tour of the Shenandoah Valley Gallery. A hands-on art activity will take place after the guided tour. The program will be led by Judy Greathouse, a former elementary school teacher and MSV docent. Advance reservations are not necessary, but please arrive by 10 a.m. to sign in. Free to children. Adults: free to MSV Members; all others: $4. Adults must accompany child(ren) For details: call 540-662-1473, ext. 224.

Did you ever want to explore, discover, uncover, or simply learn about Virginia’s fascinating past? Come to a meeting of the Massanutten Chapter of the Archeological Society of Virginia at Arey Hall of Bridgewater Municipal Building, 201 Green Street. There will be a lecture, or sometimes a workshop. Topics vary and cover a variety of subjects. 540-564-0635.

Whether we are celebrating Mardi Gras, Saint Patrick’s Day or our birthday, we are upbeat and entertaining. Join the Mill Street Grill, 1 Mill Street, every Wednesday for some good jazz music, different musicians each week. 540-886-0656.

The Waynesboro Players will perform “Saving Grace”, a warm-hearted comedy about a young lady and the unusual men in her life. Kate Collins Middle School’s Auditorium, 1625 Ivy Street, Admission fee. 540-942-2746.

Virginia Horse Center events: Virginia Intermont Classic horse show on the 4th-7th; United Professional Horseman’s Association riding saddleseat clinic on the 12th-13th; House Mountain horse show, and the 15th Annual Virginia Classic Llama/Alpaca show on the 13th-14th. 540-464-2950.

Want to play, sing, or hear some Bluegrass for free? Come to The Opera House, 9357 N. Congress Street, 7 p.m. every Thursday. Late comers will miss the free snacks and coffee. 540-740-8585.

“First Friday” at the Harrisonburg Children’s Museum. Your adventure begins with interactive exhibits that excite and engage the entire family. Free admission from 5-8 p.m. 540-442-8900.

Come explore the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, for free, from 5-7:30 p.m. 540-722-2020.

Virginia Military Institute for Leadership and Ethics, will show the following movie at their Marshall Hall: “Hotel Rwanda”. Before the film, a faculty member or cadet will introduce the movie. There is no admission fee.  540-464-7361.

“Wine and Cheese” tastings every Friday and Saturday at Shenandoah Vineyards. They are known for their award winning wines. Enjoy wines paired with select cheeses. A tasting glass is included with a $8.00 admission fee. 540-984-8699.

Vino E Formaggio, 124 E. Main Street, will host wine tastings on Fridays-Saturdays and beer tastings on Sundays. Always fun and free. 540-635-2812.

Fitz Music Management presents an evening of live jazz, featuring multiple groups, at Court Square Theater. Admission fee. 540-433-9189.

Augusta County Bass Jon's Bass fishing club is having a membership meeting at Guy K Stump Elem School in Stuarts Daft at 5 p.m. If you like to bass fish small lakes and rivers and help with a kids fishing day this is the club for you. www.acbassjons.net 540-910-0078

Wine and Cheese paring at Wintergreen Winery starting 6 p.m. Limited space is available and reservations are necessary. 434-361-2519.

Annual “WinterFest” at Bryce Resort. Music, ski races, children’s activities, food, outdoor “snow bar”, pond skimming, snow-boarding, and skier costume contest on the slopes. 540-856-2121.

145th Anniversary of the Battle of Waynesboro (March 2, 1865). This annual event honors our brave Confederate and Union soldiers who gallantly fought here. Saturday battle will recreate the last battle fought by General Early in the Shenandoah Valley on the outskirts of the city of Waynesboro against General Custer’s Cavalry. Sunday battle to simulate the actions of Major William Patrick’s 17th VA Btn of Cavalry against Poe’s 2nd Michigan in Jackson’s rear at 2nd Manassas. The weekend will also feature memorial services for Confederate dead buried in Waynesboro, and a graveside memorial and Iron Cross dedication at Major Patrick’s grave. 540-943-3943.

Augusta Expoland events: Yard Sale on the 6th; Augusta Home and Garden Show on the 12th-14th; Expo’s Spring Arts and Craft Show on the 20th-21st; “Toughman” on the 26th-27th. For more information on these events call 540-337-2552.

University of Virginia’s Historic Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, will host the Young Naturalist Series– “Signs of Spring”. Come search for budding plants, emerging wildlife, migrating birds, and other signs of activity as we look for evidence of the changing season. You will be outside for most of the session and  must dress for the weather. 540-837-1758.

“Open Stage Night” hosted by ‘Ragged Dan’, The evening will have skits, magic, comedy, and more on the 6th; “Iona”, an evening of Celtic music and dance on the 13th. Both events will be held at the BB&T Center for the Performing Arts. For more information call 540-896-6907.

Shenandoah Valley Runners events: A Race Through History 5K at Millbrook High School on the 6th. 540-535-1888; Trooper Manion 5K at the Winchester Airport on the 27th. 540-533-3876. Call for starting times and registration fees.

Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition will have two road rides on Sundays. One leaving from Harrisonburg and one leaving from Bridgewater. Call 540-578-2259 or www.svbcoalition.org.

Gallery Explorers: Magical Music: Museum of the Shenandoah Valley 10:15-11:15 a.m. In this fun program, children-stroller/preschool through age 7-will tour the MSV galleries to discover the various types of music that people in the Shenandoah Valley have enjoyed over the centuries. The tour will be followed by a sing-a-long with an old-fashioned Autoharp. The program will be led by Judy Greathouse, a former elementary school teacher and MSV docent. Advance reservations are not necessary, but please arrive by 10 a.m. to sign in. Free to children. Adults: free to MSV Members; all others: $4. Adults must accompany child(ren). For details: call 540-662-1473, ext. 224.

Natural Approaches for Healthy Families: Panel discussions with parents, practitioners and health professionals. 6:30p.m.-8:30 p.m., Clementine Cafe in Harrisonburg. All ages welcome! Topics include: Boosting Immune Systems, March 9, Remedying Behavioral Conditions, March 16, Treating Food Sensitivities, March 23, Fertility and Childbirth, March 30. For more information call 540 435 7686.

Washington and Lee University/Keller Theatre presents the following shows: The musical “Chicago” on the 11th-14th; A fully staged production of Gershwin’s masterful folk opera about an African-American community in early 20th-century Charleston, South Carolina. 540-458-8007.

Galleries at Night: Robbie Egger, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley: 4-9 p.m. On this special day, the galleries are open from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m.! The evening's highlight will be a concert by Shenandoah Valley musician Robbie Egger. A soloist known for his acoustic melodies, Robbie will play a blend of Irish music, classical tunes, original songs, and a few familiar tunes. Before or after the music-sets begin at 7 and 8 p.m.-visit the galleries, shop in the Museum Store, or visit the Museum Café for a light dinner (limited menu available) or dessert. Wine will be sold in the Museum lobby, too! Free to MSV Members; all others: $5; Additional costs apply for café and wine purchases.

Enjoy the Masterworks Chorus in concert with professional touring group Fynesound. They will be performing Scottish and Irish music for harp, fiddle, cello, and voice. 540-740-8841.

The McDonald’s St. Pat’s Parade and EventZone Celtic Festival. Parade starts at 11 a.m. on Jefferson Street and Albemarle Avenue. The festival will be at the corner of Jefferson Street and Campbell Avenue from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 540-342-2640.

SpringFest at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community on Sat, Mar 13, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Events for all ages include: breakfast, silent auction, crafts & baked goods, lunch, petting zoo, play area, Ted & Co. TheaterWorks, Brian Bence Magic Show, and more. Tickets for breakfast and Ted & Co. are required and may be purchased at Park Gables/VMRC, Park View Federal Credit Union/Harmony Square, and Red Front. More details at www.vmrc.org or call 540/564-3400. Planned by VMRC Auxiliary to benefit the Good Samaritan Annual Fund.

Annual Swap Meet at Shenandoah Harley Davidson. New and used items, accessories, services, and more. 540-213-8021.

Annual Highland County Maple Festival. Featuring artisans, crafters, cloggers, entertainment, food and a lot more. There will also be a lamb dinner in the Highland Center on Spruce Street. 540-468-2550.

Civic Center events: Shamrock Volleyball Tournament on the 13th-14th; NCAA DIII Men’s Basketball Championship on the 19th-20th; Better Living Expo on the 26th-28th. For times and ticket information call 540-375-3004.

The benefit concert for the Rockbridge Area Hospice will be held at Rockbridge County High School. Featuring “Nothing Fancy” starting at 2 p.m.  Admission fee. 540-460-8804.

Come to the Rockbridge County High School from 7-9 p.m., and watch the world-class basketball entertainment when the Harlem Ambassadors take-on the Rock-bridge Dribblers. This is a benefit game for Rockbridge Area Relief Association and Rockbridge Free Clinic. 540-463-7770.

“Taste of the Town” event will be held at Fairfax Hall, 1101 Reservoir Street. Sample the finest dishes from our area chefs. Enjoy music by Irish folk band Scruffy Murphy. Also there will be a silent auction. Admission fee. 540-942-6705.

Klassic Kar Nutz “all makes and models” Cruise-In on 21st Street. 540-570-8049.

“Children’s Hour” program at the Heritage Museum, starting at 6:30 p.m. Storytelling by Susan Clark. Free event for children and their families. 540-943-3943.

Join us for our “River City Radio Hour” event in the Blue Ridge Christian Fellowship building, 329 Main Street. The show includes local musicians/comedy combined with original “radio serials”, also adventure, humor and mystery. Admission is “pay what you will”, reserved seats are $7.50. For times call 540-943-9999.

“Imani Winds Quintet” will be performing at James Madison University’s Wilson Hall auditorium starting at 7:30 p.m. 540-568-7000.

There will be a car show from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Winchester Speedway. Admission fee. 540-667-8143.

Annual 5K Trail Run at Hillandale Park. Registration ends at 9 a.m., and the race will start at 9:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit the Shenandoah Valley High Rollers wheelchair basketball team. Refreshments will be provided before and after the event. For registration information call 540-433-2474.

MSV Workshop: Legacy Creations, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Do you have photographs, letters, gloves, postcards, and other treasured family mementos stored in a box or drawer? Bring your family treasures to this workshop and learn how to assemble your special heirlooms in a frame or box that you can display and enjoy. You don't need artistic experience to create these assemblages of objects. Instructors Cynthia Fraula-Hahn and Debbie Giammaraco will guide and help you every step of the way. The workshop fee includes a frame or wooden box. If you do not wish to use original letters or pictures in your artwork, please bring copies to the workshop. MSV Members: $30; all others: $40 (lunch on your own). Registration by March 12 required. Call 540-662-1473, ext. 224, or email educates@ShenandoahMuseum.org.

The Fairview Ruritan Club, 2265 Fairview Road, presents Ronda Vicent and “Rage” on the 20th; 21st Annual Oldtime and Bluegrass Fiddler’s Convention on the 27th. For times and ticket prices call 276-236-5725.

Virginia Horse Center events: Spring Thoroughbred Celebration Horse Show on the 20th-21st; Virginia Starter Horse Trials, and Pat Parelli Tour on the 27th-28th. For more information call 540-464-2950.

Court Square Theater presents “The Victor Morning”. They perform acoustic anachronisms that are sometimes raucous, sometimes quiet, mostly dark, and very southern. For more information and show times call 540-432-8935.

The Contemporary Dance Ensemble’s final dance contest of the year, will showcase new work by JMU dance students, faculty members, and up-and-coming guest artist Faye Driscoll, from New York City. Performance’s will be held at James Madison University’s Latimer-Shaeffer Theatre. 540-568-6211.

Coffeehouse at the Rockbridge YMCA, 126 Walker Street will host an evening of entertainment, snacks, social interaction and networking for individuals with all abilities16 years and up. This week, Murder Mystery, from 6:30-8 p.m. Free admission. 540-464-9622.

Orchid Show & Sale, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Learn about growing and caring for orchids from the experts in the Lord Fairfax Orchid Society. At the MSV, the society will sell orchids grown by members as well as display member favorites on a show table. Throughout the sale, orchid society members will be available to share their knowledge about orchid types, care, and growth. Bring your orchids to the experts! Get free suggestions for problem orchids or have your orchid repotted at a special potting station (nominal potting fee applies). MSV admission is not required to attend the show & sale.

Homeschool Day at the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park. Activities include the school of the soldier in the military camp, craft barn, games from the farm, Sunday school fair, scavenger hunt, and lots more. 1-866-515-1864.

Commemoration of the First Battle of Kernstown, renowned historian and author, Gary Ecelbarger will discuss the battle while leading a walking tour of significant sites on our property. 540-869-2896.

“Quest for the Stars”, fifth season vocal competitions. Meet at the Luray Middle School. To register call 540-743-1180.

Easter Egg Hunt at Longwood Park starting 1 p.m. for ages 3-6 years and 1:30 p.m.  for 7-12 years. Visit the Easter Bunny and  hunt for eggs filled with candy and prizes. Also there will be children’s activities, caricature artists, and snacks. 540-375-3057.

First Kernstown Anniversary Event:  "This Day of Horrors": Jackson's Valley Campaign Begins, Museum of the Shenandoah Valley: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tour the grounds of the famous First Battle of Kernstown and interact with living historians who will discuss and demonstrate the importanceof Jackson's 1862 Valley Campaign. On both days, historians from the Constitution Fencibles will demonstrate daily camp activities and military duties from a Confederate perspective. The Constitution Fencibles have presented programs about the common soldier at many national historical parks, including Harpers Ferry, Gettysburg, Antietam, and Appomattox. On Saturday at 1:30 p.m., Gary Ecelbarger, Civil War historian and author of We Are In For It!: The First Battle of Kernstown, will lead a guided battlefield tour. On the tour, he will retrace the battle's movements, discuss military tactics, and share personal stories of the soldiers involved in the fight. Location: Rose Hill, 1850 Jones Road, Winchester. Free to MSV & KBA Members; all others:$5 (payable on site) or free with purchase of MSV gallery admission on March 27 or 28.

Wayside Theatre presents “Harvey”. It is the story of a likeable man and his imaginary friend, a six foot, three and a half inch tall rabbit. 540-869-1776.

The Winchester Orchestra and the Discovery Museum present “Camera Safari” at the George Washington hotel, 103 East Piccadilly Street. Each performance will start with an interactive instrument petting zoo, followed by an interactive concert. Admission fee of $9.00. 540-678-4700.