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John Paul Jones Arena
Opening in 2006, the John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ) has hosted several incredible acts, including Dave Matthews Band, Eric Clapton, The Dead, Cirque du Soleil, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Gnarls Barkley, Blue Man Group, Rascal Flatts, Billy Joel, Justin Timberlake, Maroon5, The Police, Bruce Springsteen, and The Eagles.
Hiking at Humpback Rock
Charlottesville is surrounded by hundreds of beautiful trails and hiking paths, and is very near an entrance to the Appalachian Trail. One of the most popular hiking routes is up Humpback Rock, which is a fairly short hike but that culminates in breath-taking views across much of Charlottesville!
Veritas Vineyard and Winery
Located in Afton, Virginia, Veritas Vineyard is arguably one of the nicest vineyards along the Virginia Wine Trail. With beautiful mountain views and an open, quiet setting- it is a great place to spend a day wine-tasting or even to attend a wedding!
University of Virginia Athletics
The University of Virginia's athletics program competes in Division I (and the Football Bowl Subdivision for football) and since 1953 as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. The Virginia Cavaliers, also called "Wahoos" or "Hoos", have won 19 recognized national championships, 14 of them since 1980.
The Rivanna River
The Rivanna River is the major recreational water source in Charlottesville, and in addition to being utilized for the UVA rowing teams, it is also commonly used for fishing, rafting, canoeing, swimming, and tubing.
Pink Ribbon Polo Classic at King Family Vineyard
The purpose of the Pink Ribbon Polo event is to raise awareness and funds to benefit breast cancer care and research in our community (all proceeds stay local!). Enjoy the world's most exciting sport - at one of the most beautiful spots in Virginia.
Charlottesville’s Historic Highlights
No trip to Charlottesville and Albemarle County is complete without a visit to its five historical gems: Monticello, the Grounds of the University of Virginia, Ash Lawn-Highland, Historic Court Square and Michie Tavern, ca. 1784.
Fridays After Five
Fridays After Five is a free concert series at the Charlottesville Pavilion that runs from roughly April through September every year, featuring great bands from Charlottesville and all along the East Coast. This is an open-air concert, rain or shine, and is great for all ages!
Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive
One of the biggest highlights in Charlottesville is it's scenic views and beautiful drives. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline drive are both a must-see, with an entrance just 22 miles West of Charlottesville.
Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park, with stunning natural beauty second to none in the state, is an awesome place to take the family hiking, go on a picnic, and check out the views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Golfing in Charlottesville
There are several beautiful golf courses to choose from in Charlottesville; Birdwood, Farmington, Keswick, Meadowcreek, Glenmore, Lake Monticello, McIntire, Old Trail, and Spring Creek.
College Town
The University of Virginia is one of the largest employers in Charlottesville and the University faculty, students, and staff are huge contributors to the success of our local economy. City's that thrive off of college campuses are often much more insulated from market shifts and weak economies.
Apple Picking at Carter’s Mountain Orchard
Apple picking at Carter's Mountain is fun for the whole family! It is a great place to take a quiet stroll, to bring the kids for an afternoon of fun, or to bring your spouse for a picnic lunch. It has breath-taking views all around and is a great, low-cost opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
The Foxfield Races
The Foxfield Race, also referred to as just "Foxfield" is an annual horse race held in Charlottesville, that attracts people young and old to a long day in the sun in the beautiful outdoors. From young children to UVA students to the young at heart, this Charlottesville attraction draws huge crowds every year!
Fourth of July Fireworks at McIntire Park
The Fourth of July is always a fun event in Charlottesville, especially at the City of Charlottesville's own McIntire Park. Right in the heart of Charlottesville, this annual event is free and is fun for all ages
University of Virginia Alumni
The University of Virginia Alumni Association has a strong influence throughout Charlottesville. The presence of University alumni and their contributions to Charlottesville are significant, and UVA has some of the most loyal alumni you'll see! You won't be able to miss them on UVA game days.
John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville Voted Best New Arena by Sports Illustrated
We all know that the John Paul Jones Arena is hugely successful and has brought lots of great attention and activity to Charlottesville, but it doesn’t hurt to have Sports Illustrated agree! BEST NEW ARENA: John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, Va. The University of Virginia spent $140 million to build John Paul Jones Arena, which opened in 2006. The arena is a perfect size (capacity 14,593),... [Read more...]
Just in from CNNMoney; Trial Loan Modifications DO Hurt Borrowers’ Credit
Only weeks ago, I published a post with updated information from an advanced education class I was taking though the CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) program for Realtors, that was discussing different types of distressed sales and loan modifications to your mortgage, and how they would impact your credit score. In that class, we learned that borrowers were being told that taking advantage of... [Read more...]
Give Where You Live: December: Charlottesville SPCA Blanket Drive
The December “Give Where You Live” focuses on the Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). They are currently partnered up with the City of Charlottesville for their 4th Annual Blanket Drive. There is no better time than now to support this drive, as I’m sure we are all mindful of the bitter temperatures Charlottesville has been... [Read more...]
Does all this snow hurt my lawn?
I have had several clients ask about the damage that our recent snowfall is doing to their land. I am definitely not the expert on this, but found a really helpful answer on Turf King-Hamilton- Lawn Care. Some plants will benefit from a little extra snow during the winter. Snow around the rose bushes will provide some insulation from the sap-chilling deep freeze of this past week. Bitterly cold... [Read more...]
January is National Radon Month!
For those of you who aren’t yet familiar with radon, it is an odorless gas that is undetectable by humans. As described on the EPA website; Radon is a cancer-causing natural radioactive gas that you can’t see, smell or taste. Its presence in your home can pose a danger to your family’s health. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Radon is the second leading... [Read more...]
Charlottesville is extremely lucky to have been the home of Dave Matthews!
$222,000 lucky, in fact! Dave Matthews has again given out another set of grants to Charlottesville non-profits, totaling $222,000 in grants, and benefitting 39 grateful (and deserving!) non-profit organizations here in town. Evidently BAMA Works holds a competitive grant application process and selects the groups most in need of their funds every year (side note- this is very similar to the United... [Read more...]
Celebrate the Holidays in Charlottesville Safely
The Chandler Law Group is again offering its Charlottesville Safe Ride Home Program, for the 20th consecutive year! This is a great option over driving home unsafely. You must be going within a 10 mile radius of the city you are in, and you MUST be going home- Chandler Law Group isn’t paying for you to party-hop! Please note the local phone numbers and keep them handy during your holiday celebrations!... [Read more...]
Charlottesville Christmas Tree Recycling Program Begins Saturday!
The Charlottesville Christmas Tree Recycling Program begins on December 26, 2009! As seen on the Newsplex website here are some details; The sites are as follows: * Chris Greene Lake in Earlysville * Crozet Park * Darden Towe Park * Greenwood Community Center * *Rivanna Solid Waste Authority Recycling Center on McIntire Road (*note: Sunday hours are 12noon – 5pm) * Scottsville Community... [Read more...]
Before beginning a new home improvement project- Check this list!
Before choosing which home improvement project you will take on next, check out this list for a national survey on which improvements are the most valuable and will produce the highest return on investment. The survey is broken down region-by-region and then parsed into large metropolitan areas; the closest to us in terms of size, location, and economy being Richmond. Take a look, you may be surprised... [Read more...]
According to NAR, 4 out of 10 Recent Buyers Used FHA Loans
As you probably already know, FHA loans are becoming an extremely popular loan device for purchasers in this marketplace. FHA loans used to evoke lots of negative connotations, a few of which were; lots of extra requirements, much longer time to process, and stringent and difficult home inspection standards. However, these hassles have been eliminated, and FHA loans seem to rarely differ in difficulty... [Read more...]
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