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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library expanding in Virginia
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - From the day they are born, kids are able to receive one free book a month until they turn five through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. In order to be a part of the program, you have to have an affiliate in your area. Right now...
HEART Postpones Tour Dates Due to Ann Wilson’s Health Concerns
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – HEART announced the postponement of all remaining shows on their headlining Royal Flush Tour and Journey/Def Leppard Stadium Tour. The decision comes in light of Ann Wilson’s recent health concerns. Ann Wilson revealed that she recently underwent a successful operation to remove...
Charlottesville Parks & Rec to host public input sessions
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Charlottesville Parks & Recreation will host public input sessions to gather resident feedback on current and future recreational needs for four specific parks. These parks, identified for framework plan development, will explore potential opportunities and uses as part of the overall Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This plan will guide Charlottesville’s recreational strategy for the next decade, addressing public needs and preserving natural, cultural, and historic resources.
Peaceful Pets looks to help animals deal with Fourth of July stress
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The Fourth of July is a time of celebration, but the noise can be stressful for pets, so the CASPCA is hosting an evening of calm and relaxation for shelter animals on Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. The Peaceful Pets event welcomes community members...
Mandalorian actress, UVA alum comes to UVA Health Children’s Hospital in costume
Emily Swallow, a University of Virginia (UVA) alum and the actress behind "The Armorer" from the popular Star Wars series "The Mandalorian," paid a visit to children receiving treatment at the UVA Health Children's Hospital on Friday.
Virginia Discovery Museum hosts First Responders Appreciation Week
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - If you or your family member are a first responder, you’re in luck. The Virginia Discovery Museum has declared this week First Responders Appreciation Week. That means any first responder and their family members gain free admission to the museum, which is located on the downtown mall.
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Chefs’ Choice: At a Carte Blanche Dinner at The Space Downtown, Everyone Wins
When guests at a 2013 dinner at The Space Downtown left the menu to the chefs, co-owner Tim Burgess waxed about the opportunity. Clients of an event venue like The Space Downtown typically specify what they would like served. So, when a dinner with carte blanche comes along, Burgess’s eyes widen. “We’re two older chefs still looking to let it rip every now and then,” said Burgess of himself and partner Vincent Derquenne.
CASPCA accepting submissions for annual Calendar Contest
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- People can now submit pictures of their pets for inclusion in the 2025 Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA calendar. The animal shelter has opened submissions for the annual Calendar Contest, which invites pet owners and CASPCA alumni to send photos of their pets in for a chance to be featured in the calendar.
third rail presents amminal on the wtju stage
Coming up on July 20, WTJU Rock’s Third Rail music series welcomes psych-folk space-rock band amminal to the WTJU Stage! This free event is open to a live audience at 2244 Ivy Rd, beginning at 8pm sharp (doors at 7:30pm). Tickets are not required but donations to the band are appreciated. You can also listen on 91.1 FM, stream via wtju.net, and live video stream on WTJU’s Facebook and YouTube channels.
Tin Lizzie Wineworks mamed 2024 Wine School of the Year
For the third year in a row, Tin Lizzie Wineworks was named WineMaker Magazine’s U-Vint (make your own wine facility) of the year at their national convention in Charlottesville, Va. Wineworks winemakers and their wines were awarded the most total points in the WineMaker Magazine 2024 International Amateur Wine Competition. The wines made at the Wineworks racked up 47 medals including 12 gold medals for everything from delicate white wines to bold Bordeaux-style blends.
Live Arts Theater to present ‘The Lightning Thief’ in July based on first ‘Percy Jackson’ book
Live Arts Theater presents “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” as its summer teen musical for 2024. With a book by Joe Tracz, and music and lyrics by Rob Rokicki, the production is adapted from the book “The Lightning Thief” by Rick. Riordan. The musical...
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