Green Scene: Greenie news this week
With the presidential race once again focused on every issue other than the environment—which, to my mind, is kind of like arguing about a card game on the sinking Titanic
Your guide to getting hired in Charlottesville and beyond
(Illustration by Matt Pamer) It feels a little like musical chairs, doesn’t it? There are only so many jobs and too many people vying for each one. It’s scary to think that when the music stops, you might be left without. But, if a February statement from President Obama is any indication, things are looking […]
Green Scene: Forward to nature
It can get too easy to equate “nature” with what’s in the past. If nature can’t be modern, then our only way to reconnect with it is to turn back the clock on ourselves, too
Setting the bar: Bar food around town
Setting the bar Bar food’s come a long way from the petri-dish peanuts and popcorn put out to keep you thirsty. Pull up a stool at these spots in town for a unique and attractively priced menu that makes dining in the main room feel like a snooze. What’s more? You’ve got a bartender at […]
Small Bites: This week's restaurant news
The best wine pairing for a menu that makes use of local ingredients is a local one.
C-VILLE Arts Beat: Top Picks for Mar 6-Mar 12
Saturday 3/10 The vinyl countdown Still looking for a first pressing of Hot Rats? Is your Bitches Brew a real needlebuster? Moved to the suburbs and didn’t get your requisite Rumours? Then it’s time to cash in that jar of loose change, audiophiles. The Charlottesville Record Fair has thousands of vintage platters up for grabs, as well as CDs, 45s, and musicmemorabilia. Bring bucks, though, cuz they don’t take […]
C-VILLE Kids! Doc Talk: How to recognize (and remedy) your kids' bumps, bruises and ailments
Dr. Paige Perriello (Photo by Ashley Twiggs) Does my child have a cold or is it seasonal allergies? Sometimes it can actually be difficult to tell, but there are a few things that might help you to tell the difference. First, most children under the age of 2 years old don’t develop significant environmental allergies. […]
THE BIG READ: Book Review of Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya
The magical realism of Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya piqued my interest and I eagerly looked forward to meeting this classic of Chicano literature.
UVA ticket prices increase
Football season tickets will cost $15 more next year due to low sales figures
Center for Politics hosts “Inside the 2012 Elections”
Political experts from both parties will discuss the coming political season