Archive for the ‘Charlottesville’ Category

Operation Seminole Trail Slow Down

November 17th 2008 by Kelly in Announcements, Charlottesville, Local News, Real Estate 1

Just to remind you…today kicks off Operation Seminole Trail Slow Down. Remeber to slow down, buckle up, and drive responsibly and without distractions. Albermarle County Police, with help from Albermarle County Sheriff’s Office will be looking to write you a ticket. You should be careful everywhere, but particularly if you’re taking a […]

CVS is Opening on Saturday

November 14th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Local News, New Development 3

Even though I was sad to see Satellite Ballroom and Plan 9 close, CVS is now almost done renovating. The CVS on the corner will open on Saturday. Will you shop there? I feel like UVa students will like having a CVS to fill prescriptions and pick up suplies, especially since they […]

Artisans Studio Tour

November 13th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Local Event 0

November 15 & 16th, 33 artisans will be working in 17 studios during the 14th Annual Artisan Studio Tour. Each studio will feature professional artists in their working environment with their crafts. The tour will also provide food and drinks from area fine art chefs. The tour will go on from 10-5 […]

SPCA Fundraising with Major League Memorabilia

November 11th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Local Event 2

Friday night(Nov 15) visit the East Rivanna Fire Company banquet facility, not a far drive, it’s in Keswick. The Charlottesville-Albermarle SPCA is hosting a live and silent auction of signed memorabilia. “Paws Go Major League,” is the name of the event and it will showcase items from several professional athletes including Brett Favre, […]

Jefferson County Duck’s Unlimited Fall Banquet

November 10th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Local Event 0

This Thursday, November 13th, is the Jefferson County Duck’s Unlimited Fall Banquet at King Family Vineyard. Last year the event raised over $12,000 for the conservation and restoration of wetlands, this year the goal is $25,000. The event starts at 5:30 and includes a catered dinner and full bar including King Family Vineyard […]

Walnut Creek

November 10th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Day Trip, Local Event 1

Just a short drive from Charlottesville Walnut Creek seems like an unknown secret. Take 5th Street Extended away from Charlottesville, you’ll pass Mosby Mountain and keep driving down a winding 2 lane rode for about 10 minutes, then you’ll get to a stop sign, go straight and Walnut Creek will be ahead on your […]

Richmond’s Civil War Hospitals

November 7th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Day Trip, Local Event 0

Saturday there will be a special demonstration about Richmond’s Civil War hospitals to learn about doctors and nurses who served and enjoy a special demonstration of 19th century practices by living historian Dr. Charles Raugh. $10 or free with paid admission to The American Civil War Center.

Wintergreen Yoga Retreat

November 7th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Day Trip 0

Last minute plans for your weekend…Wintergreen Yoga Retreat. Check it out tonight at Wintergreen and enjoy a weekend of meditation and relaxation at the Aquatics and Fitness Center. Sharon Honeycut will be hosting the weekend and a variety of classes will be offered for beginer to advanced students. Some of the classes […]

Christmas on Mars at Boylan Heights

November 6th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Local Event 0

Tomorrow(Nov 7) night at Boylan Heights WNRN will be showing a screening of “Christmas on Mars,” featuring The Flaming Lips. The short film was written and directed by Wayne Coyne. The sci-fi film will start at 8 and is free and open to all ages.

A Growler from South Street

November 6th 2008 by Kelly in Charlottesville, Restaurant 2

Until last night at The Club, I hadn’t ever heard of a Growler. Not that I’m a huge beer drinker, but I do like South Street’s beer a lot so was excited to find that even though their beer is not sold in grocery stores, it is available for purchase. A Growler holds […]