Jason McLeod, “Time Bracelets.”

The Jason McLeod Jewelry Studio Gallery presents a group show featuring work—not all of it jewelry—by Elaine Butcher, Frankie Denton, Brian Gibney, Malcolm McGregor, Jason McLeod, and Andres Zapata. 1713-2E Allied Lane in McIntire Plaza (behind C’ville Coffee). 293-9548.

The ART Life Studio presents “Dreams, Art & Nature,” a one-day expressive arts workshop, facilitated by Sally Atkins and Harold McKinney, co-founders of the Expressive Arts Collective in Boone, N.C. Registration is required. 313 Second St. SE, Suite 103 in the Glass Building. 996-8087.

Heather McNulty, “Bursting Open.”

The ART Life Studio hosts an open house and “Expressive Arts Celebration” with musical performances by Sally Atkins and Harold McKinney along with presentations by artists at the studio and participants in the current exhibition, “Messages from the Wild Soul: Adventures in Art & Life.” 313 Second St. SE, Suite 103 in the Glass Building. 996-8087.

The University of Virginia’s Newcomb Hall Gallery presents a group show by the Virginia Stone Carver’s Guild. For more information, contact Kristin Miller-Jaster at knm5d@virginia.edu.

The old clock kiosk on the Downtown Mall.

The City of Charlottesville unveils the entries and juried winners of the Charlottesville Sister Cities Clock Competition, which asked participants to design a new clock for the Downtown Mall. The public is invited to vote for the “People’s Choice” award. City Space at the Charlottesville Community Design Center, 100 5th St. NE. 970-3130.

Ben Greenberg, “Stannardsville Pond Sunrise, VA.”

The Batesville Store hosts a reception to celebrate its exhibition, “Images of Virginia & The Blue Ridge Mountains: Landscape Photographs of Ben Greenberg.” 6624 Plank Road. 202-5402.

Ben Greenberg, “Stannardsville Pond Sunrise, VA.”

The Batesville Store presents the exhibition, “Images of Virginia & The Blue Ridge Mountains: Landscape Photographs of Ben Greenberg.” 6624 Plank Road. 202-5402.

Pitcher and bowl set by Nan Rothwell.

Located near Nellysford, Nan Rothwell’s pottery studio holds a two-day  “Holiday Open House” featuring pottery pieces by Rothwell, as well as watercolors by Nancy Maxson and hand-dipped chocolate truffles by Rachel Smith. A portion of all sales benefits the Rural Health Outreach Program in Nelson County. 221 Pottery Lane, Faber, Va. 434-263-4023.

Michael Swanberg, “Fertility.”

The Virginia Arts of the Book Center holds its annual “Raucous Auction,” featuring both live and silent auctions. Both works of art and other goods are up for grabs in support of the VABC. Also, a new VABC group project, “Infinite Stakes: A Contemporary Cartomancy Deck” will be unveiled. 977 Second St. SE in the IX Complex. For more information, contact Kevin McFadden at kmcfadden@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia hosts a two-day symposium to examine topics related to the vision of Thomas Jefferson, the legacy of architect Andrea Palladio, and the development of architecture at the University of Virginia, including the work of McKim Mead & White. National and international architects and art historians will present numerous lectures and panels in honor of the 500th anniversary of Palladio’s birth and to celebrate his influence on Jefferson and the architectural development of UVA. Free and open to the public but registration is required. The registration deadline is November 18. Symposium events on November 20 will take place in Campbell Hall, Room 153, and on November 21 at the Harrison Institute. For more information and to register, visit the University of Virginia Art Museum’ website or call Patty DeCourct at 924-1428.