Archive for July, 2008

Drive In

July 15th 2008 by Kelly in Local Event 0

The drive-in plays some movies that I want to see. This weekend they’re playing The Incredible Hulk and Wanted, two movies for one price. It’s $8.50 for both movies. Gates open at 7 and movies start at dusk.

I saw Baseball’s Worst Team

July 14th 2008 by Kelly in General 1

Saturday I drove up to DC, well actually drove some and then caught the subway as soon as possible to avoid using my car in the city. It was so easy. From Charlottesville I drove out 29 to 66, get off the highway at exit 62, Vienna Nutley Street Metro, then you can […]

Auto Shops and Car Dealerships in Charlottesville

July 11th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville 0

I know the dealership is always an option when there is something wrong with my car, but I like to give small businesses a chance and I like the way they explain things in terms I can understand. My car has been acting up for the past couple weeks so I took it to […]

New Location of Ristorante Al Dente

July 10th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Restaurant, Restaurant Opening 0

Al Dente has completed renovations of their new space in the IX building. The white table clothes, high wooden ceiling, big windows and large patio area make the new restaurant look very appealing. Owner, Karim Sellam is also renovating the space beside Al Dente to create a Moroccan themed restaurant and possibly dance […]

Eco Italy Moved to South Street

July 8th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Local Event, New Development 1

Along with Verity Blue and Milano, Eco Italy also moved downtown near South Street. Stop by tonight wearing pink for their think pink party to celebrate their new location in the pink building. There will be pink beer, wine and lemonade, along with some linguistic activities and live flamenco and Latin music. […]

Play the VA Lottery Just for Fun

July 8th 2008 by Kelly in Local News 0

Scott Hoover did not think it was very fun to spend $5 on a lottery ticket after he learned that he had zero chance of winning the top prizes. Public records showed that the winning tickets had been purchased a month before Scott purchased his ticket. Hoover is now suing the state of […]

George Bush at Monticello

July 7th 2008 by Kelly in Local Event, Local News 0

Even though I didn’t get a ticket to see President Bush talk, I watched the ceremony on TV. I couldn’t believe that you had to be in line by 6:30 to get a ticket to hear the President on Friday, I didn’t realize Charlottesville had so many supporters. My favorite part of the […]

King Family Picnic

July 2nd 2008 by Kelly in Local Event 0

Since Fourth of July makes you think of grilling out King Family is taking care of that for you. For $10 you get a tasting, signature wine glass, hot dogs, chips, and lemonade. More details.

July 3rd Patriotic Concert at the Pavilion

July 1st 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Local Event 0

Thursday July 3rd there will be a parade on the downtown mall honoring our troops. The parade will start at 6 followed at 6:30 with a concert by the Air National Guard Band of the Smoky Mountains. The concert is free and open to the public.