Wine, words, pigs, and whiskey: This week’s restaurant news
Liquid inspiration The written word can be better appreciated with a glass of wine in hand. On Sunday, October 14 from 2-5pm, WriterHouse hosts its third annual Words and Wine fundraiser at Glass House Winery. Tickets, purchased in advance at writerhouse.org or at the door, cost $30 and include a tasting of Jeff and Michelle […]
What’s coming up in Charlottesville the week of 10/8
Each week, the news team takes a look at upcoming meetings and events in Charlottesville and Albemarle we think you should know about. Consider it a look into our datebook, and be sure to share newsworthy happenings, too. On Tuesday, the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission holds a public forum from 3:30 to 5pm at […]
Chasing down the voodoo of Larry Keel’s bluegrass guitar
It’s Floydfest, June 2003. The evening is thick and balmy, draping the rolling Floyd County landscape in shimmery violets and blues. Along the festival’s arterial corridor, despite main stage bands kicking into their second sets, an exodus was underway. I remember it distinctly: the wild-eyed shirtless young man materializing, catching hold of the girl dancing […]
A fan’s guide to cooking up a stellar Festy Experience
It’s all about your approach. Literally. Wherever it is you may be coming from, once you hit Highway 151, master your anticipation. Ease off the gas, let the windows down, huff you some of that crisp mountain air, and scope the vibe. Check the backdrop. The rolling Blue Ridge is vibrant green, idyllic, a tree […]
Fruit of the Vine: Wine events for October 1-14
Afton Mountain Garlic Festival at Rebec Vineyards October 13-14 (540) 456-8667 www.aftonmountainvineyards.com Barboursville Vineyard Palladio Cooking Class Tuesday, October 9 The Art of Charcuterie & Wine Pairing $120 All cooking classes begin at 6:30pm and last approximately 3½ hours. The classes are “participation” classes, so dress accordingly – no high heels, please. Participants will receive […]
What’s coming up in Charlottesville the week of 10/1
Each week, the news team takes a look at upcoming meetings and events in Charlottesville and Albemarle we think you should know about. Consider it a look into our datebook, and be sure to share newsworthy happenings, too. The Charlottesville City Council meets at 7pm Monday in Council chambers. Among the agenda items: A final […]
Crozet Pizza comes to the Corner and Relay Foods brings steak chinoise to you
Western pies move East You can never have too many pizza places in a university town, so a branch of the beloved Crozet Pizza opening at the Corner is a stroke of brilliance. Expect the same great pies in the old Backyard space on Elliewood by the end of October. Or, in restaurant speak, by […]
Live Snapshot: Jack White at the Pavilion
Jack White, the rock virtuoso known for his participation in more bands than a hand can hold —The Raconteurs, The White Stripes and The Dead Weather, to name a few—released his highly anticipated debut solo album Blunderbuss back in April. Last night, his tour supporting this critically acclaimed record brought him to Charlottesville’s nTelos Wireless […]
Small Bites: This week’s restaurant news
The hills are alive Enjoy a four-course family-style dinner paired with Barboursville wines amidst the vineyards’ very vines on Sunday, September 30 at 5pm. Palladio’s Melissa Close-Hart teams up with chef husband, Matthew Hart from The Local, at this $100 dinner organized by Hill & Holler. Visit hillandholler.org/events.php to reserve. Proceeds benefit the Scottsville Center of Arts […]
Small Bites: This week’s restaurant news
Mangia l’etoile L’etoile might be Virginia cuisine with a French influence, but on Tuesday, September 25, gourmet fineries from Foods of All Nations and wine from The Country Vintner will help it go Italian at its 6pm Italian Wine Dinner. For $80 per person (plus tax and gratuity) expect six family-style courses and eight wines […]
Fruit of the vine: Wine events for the week of September 17
Afton Mountain Afton Mountain After Hours Saturday, September 22: Dallas Wesley and Band (6-9pm) (540) 456-8667 www.aftonmountainvineyards.com Barboursville Vineyard Italian Harvest Feast Saturday, September 22 at 1pm: Enjoy a traditional five course feast paired with Barboursville wines, prepared by Guest Chefs Cesare Lanfranconi, formerly of Washington’s Café Milano, Tosca, and Spezie, and Shannon Overmiller of The Majestic […]
The object of my affection: a cultural relic
“The object that is my most prized possession in my home is a handmade Afghan woman’s shepherd cloak that is about 80 years old, from the northeast province of Badakhshan. The cloak is made from felt and embroidered with beautiful silk thread designs of flowers. All of the dyes are made from things native to […]
Green happenings: Charlottesville environmental news and events
Rock show: On Saturday, September 15, join geologist and author Dr. Robert Badger to learn about the rock formations along the ridgetops of Shenandoah National Park. The program starts at 1pm in the Byrd Visitor Center at milepost 51 on the Skyline Drive. Get a bucket: Learn how to harvest rainwater in your own backyard […]
Small Bites: This week’s restaurant news
Party like it’s harvest time Monticello, the home of our own “first foodie,” serves as the pastoral background for the sixth annual Heritage Harvest Festival on Friday, September 14 and Saturday, September 15. You and your family will learn—with all your senses—about the gifts of our local soils and the hardworking people who grow them. […]
The best of the fests: 21 events to kick off your fall fantastic
The Festy Experience Friday, October 5 to Sunday, October 7 Devils Backbone Brewery (200 Mosby’s Run, Roseland) Every music festival has an identity of its own. Names like Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Bumbershoot, and Coachella may have been head scratchers at first, but now they’re branded destination festivals where dozens of acts spread out across multiple stages […]
Fruit of the vine: Wine events for the week of September 10
Afton Mountain Afton Mountain After Hours Saturday, September 22: Dallas Wesley and Band (6-9pm) (540) 456-8667 www.aftonmountainvineyards.com Barboursville Vineyard Italian Harvest Feast Saturday, September 22 at 1pm: Enjoy a traditional five course feast paired with Barboursville wines, prepared by Guest Chefs Cesare Lanfranconi, formerly of Washington’s Café Milano, Tosca, and Spezie, and Shannon Overmiller of […]
Local bluegrass band talks about their day as Presidential troubadors
A local bluegrass band being asked to play for the President of the United States…what are the odds? That’s what we thought until a dear friend with a connection to the Obama Campaign called to ask if Gallatin Canyon could warm up the crowd of 7,500 that would assemble at the rally for President Obama […]
Free Will Astrology: September 4-10
Virgo (August 23-September 22): I’ll bet that a-ha! experiences will arrive at a faster rate than you’ve seen in a long time. Breakthroughs and brainstorms will be your specialty. Surprises and serendipitous adventures should be your delight. The only factor that might possibly obstruct the flow would be if you clung too tightly to your […]
Small Bites: This week’s restaurant news
Moving haus The transformation of the Random Row and Sweethaus building into a Marriott is in the offing, but fear not, cupcake-lovers. Tara Koenig’s moving her halcyon days-inspired sweets shop to the old Charlottesville Tire space at 843 W. Main St. It’s bigger (3,000 square feet to be exact!) and better (a new HVAC system […]
PHOTOS: President Barack Obama in Charlottesville
President Barack Obama made a campaign stop in Charlottesville, Virginia yesterday afternoon. Here are photos from his visit, which was targeted at young voters. Click here for a recap of the event.
Free Will Astrology: August 28-September 3
Virgo (August 23-September 22): In the creation myths of Easter Island’s native inhabitants, the god who made humanity was named Makemake. He was also their fertility deity. Today the name Makemake also belongs to a dwarf planet that was discovered beyond the orbit of Neptune in 2005. It’s currently traveling through the sign of Virgo. […]
Charlottesville arborist gets international honor
Rob Springer has been climbing trees his whole life. As an arborist, he’s been doing it professionally for the last 30 years. A certified arborist with Bartlett Tree Experts, Springer was honored for his work earlier this month by the International Society of Arboriculture. The Stanardsville resident was one of five arborists (including one from […]
Fruit of the Vine: August 28
Barboursville Season Reveal When: Sunday, September 9 at 5:30pm. www.barboursvillewine.com Virginia Opera presents The Season Reveal, the opening event for our 2012-13 season. An intimate private concert with the principal artists of Virginia Opera’s 2012-13 production of The Pearl Fishers. Reception and three-course dinner by Palladio Restaurant’s Executive Chef, Melissa Close Hart, with wine pairings […]
Small Bites: This week’s restaurant news
Colonial locavores If you think our country’s founding foodies are the only ones with their own shows on the Food Network, think again. Tuesday, August 28, from 6-8:30pm, head to Monticello’s West Lawn for a conversation with Dave DeWitt, author of The Founding Foodies: How Washington, Jefferson, and Franklin Revolutionized American Cuisine. For the $60 […]
ARTS Pick: Boombox
Sunday 8/26 Into the light Boombox invites you to tune in and drop out. This duo from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, calls on the rock ‘n’ roll past of its hometown, as well as an organic approach to modern electronica. Self-described as “jamtronica,” its all-improv longform groove syncs digital with live play of classic rock and […]
Best of C-VILLE 2012
Philly has the cheesesteak, Houston has the Astrodome, San Fran has the Bay, and Memphis’ got the blues. New York has Times Square, D.C. has the White House, Seattle has the Space Needle, and San Diego’s got the zoo. …But whatta they got on us? Nothin’. For the 17th year, we asked you to vote on […]
Fur keeps: Getting pets and kids off on the right paw
“Oh, he lets them do anything,” boasts my client while her two kids play tug-of-war with a hound dog’s ears in the exam room. Judging by the nonplussed expression on the poor creature’s face (and the complete lack of expression in his tail), I suspect she’s right. He will let them do anything. But it […]