ARTS Pick: Beleza Duo

Swinging just comes naturally with the exotic rhythms from local musicians Humberto and Madeline Sales, known as the Beleza Duo. Drawing from their Brazilian roots, they mix traditional samba and flamenco with funk and a touch of soul, set off by virtuoso guitar playing and sensual, playful vocals. The dance floor awaits, and the evening […]

ARTS Pick: Grace Potter and the Nocturnals

In a world of hit singles, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals shed new light on the art of the LP. The ’70s rock-inspired group is touring on its latest release, The Lion The Beast The Beat, a profoundly conceptualized tapestry of songs that, although strong enough to stand alone, weave together in a refreshing musical […]

What’s coming up the week of August 12?

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 in the comments section. Albemarle County will hold an open house on possible changes to development regulations on […]

Elegance in Bridal Shows

Charlottesville, VA August 16, 2015 Omni Hotel Charlottesville 1pm-4pm January 10, 2016 Omni Hotel Charlottesville 12pm-4pm Greater Harrisonburg, VA Area September 27, 2015 Stonewall Jackson Hotel and Conference Center 1pm-4pm Charlottesville Bridal Show August 16, 2015 Omni Hotel Charlottesville 212  Ridge McIntire Road, Charlottesville , VA 1pm – 4pm – Bridal Show 12pm – 12:55pm – VIP EVENT Parking: All day parking $3 […]

Rebecca’s Natural Food hosts seminar on home-brewing kombucha

Ethan Zuckerman, Barefoot Bucha co-owner and master brewer along with wife Kate, shared the tricks of the kombucha brewing trade at a seminar hosted by Rebecca’s Natural Food on July 30 to a group of burgeoning ’bucha brewers. The seminar was one of a six-part series on the local food system, sponsored by Rebecca’s, Brightwood […]

ARTS Pick: All’s Well that Ends Well

The Bard is back with All’s Well that Ends Well, in a cunning adaptation of everyone’s favorite story, Cinderella. Though the title seems to hint towards “happily ever after,” this dark fairytale adopts elements of comedy and tragedy for a bittersweet study on the fickle human heart. Filled with clever wit, trademark soliloquies, and fun-filled […]

ARTS Pick: Barhoppers

Belly up after work with local playwrights and thespians as part of the 17th Barhoppers theater series. This dramatic Charlottesville staple brings its “stage” to some favorite eateries for an evening of live skits, tasty bites, and ongoing libations. Featuring captivating original scripts, and faces you know, to start the week off with sidesplitting comedy […]