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Sprinkle Embroidery
Settle into an open studio cake decorating experience that welcomes creativity, playful experimentation, and a moment of calm. This self-paced session provides everything needed to frost, pipe, and embellish your own mini sheet cake. Choose from three flavors, then explore two piping bags and two tips paired with two buttercream colors. Practice on piping sheets, outline designs with a selection of shapes, letters, and tools, and add finishing touches with all-natural sprinkles using tweezers for embroidery-like details. A complimentary sweet treat and beverage are included.
Cake BloomTiny Tiers
Enjoy an open studio-style cake decorating session that lets participants craft a petite, wedding-inspired cake at their own pace. All tools and materials are provided, with practice sheets to refine piping skills and a selection of fresh flowers and edible petals to complete the look. A spread of sweet treats and a complimentary beverage round out the experience. Each booking includes a 4-inch, three-tier Golden Vanilla cake, practice piping sheets, buttercream for piping, an assortment of fresh botanical and dried edible flowers, and a variety of all-natural sprinkles. A sweet treat tower and a beverage are also included, with options such as coffee, tea, espresso, and spindrift. Sessions run 45 minutes and are recommended for ages 8 and up. Groups are limited to six people, and larger parties should confirm availability in advance.
Farmers in the Park
Discover a lively, producer-only market where local farmers, culinary vendors, and artisans gather. Fill your bag with seasonal fruits and vegetables, enjoy freshly prepared meals, and browse handmade goods while supporting the community. Make it more than a quick stop by turning it into park time for the whole family. Nearby attractions include a playground, batting cage, and tennis courts, plus the driving range at Meadowcreek Golf Course. Whether you are picking up weekly staples, grabbing an easy dinner, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, it is a welcoming midweek outing.
Pen ParkCommunity Cash Mob: Kohr Brothers Frozen Custard
A coordinated cash mob at Kohr Brothers Frozen Custard-Charlottesville rallies community support for a local business. Attendees visit the featured location within a set window and choose something to buy, with individual purchases adding up to a collective impact through combined spending. It offers a straightforward way to support local and get to know the business.
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