The results are in! In November, C-VILLE readers submitted the best photo they captured in 2023, each illustrating the theme “What a day!” Our judges—Ézé Amos and Stacey Evans—reviewed more than 80 submissions, and what follows are the best of the bunch. The final list features gorgeous landscapes, bustling wildlife, and captivating shots in and […]
When the final showing of King Hedley II wraps at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, the Charlottesville Players Guild will have strode through the entire 20th century on one stage. Dozens of actors will have stepped into the lives of characters generations apart, some even reprising their roles across multiple plays. And audiences […]
When the leaves begin to turn in Charlottesville, that’s your signal to jot down dates in your calendar. There’s a lot to do in and around town once autumn hits, from wandering through apple orchards and corn mazes to taking in a movie at the Virginia Film Festival and tailgating at UVA football games. To […]
School bus drivers continue to be scarce in Albemarle County, leaving hundreds of students without public transportation. And while ACPS has been working to fix the problem, the principal and a language arts teacher at Lakeside Middle School have taken matters into their own hands. Principal Michael Craddock and seventh-grade teacher Jeff Matriccino became substitute […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—and with the first day of school comes a fleet of teachers starting new jobs in city and county schools. We talked with some of the educators who are preparing for their first year, and learned why they’re excited about stepping into a new classroom. These interviews have […]
“Everybody has a story to tell.” That’s the core belief of WriterHouse, according to its Executive Director Sibley Johns. And while anybody can be a writer, not everyone has the tools to tell their stories and share them with the world. WriterHouse bridges that gap with writing classes and seminars aimed at storytellers of any level […]
To commemorate a century in business, His Barber Shop cut it up in April with a barbershop quartet, snacks, and visits from veteran barbers of 50 years. Founded in 1923 by Albert Staples as Staples’ Barbershop, the Barracks Road mainstay is now owned by Chris Bryant, who was also the shop’s first woman barber.
Imagine you get your fortune told and it predicts you’ll get wet shoes. Or your flight will get delayed. Or you’ll step on a LEGO. Sounds like some bad luck, huh? Well, at Bad Luck Ramen, that’s all you’ll get at its fortune telling machine. Inspired by owner and head brewer Andrew Centofante’s trip to […]
Holly’s Diner on East Market Street offers up affordable eats and acozy bar, but stick around late enough and you’ll see what keeps patrons coming back for more night after night. Holly’s has a packed calendar when it comes to live entertainment—from open mics to game nights, rockin’ blues bands, and even a goth night. […]
The Charlottesville Lady Arm Wrestlers returned in style after a three-year hiatus. Just before Halloween 2022, the collective that combines cosplay, competition, and charity into a raucous show of bulging biceps clashed at Champion Brewing Company. Each event raises money for a women-led organization or business, and this one honored the Blue Ridge Abortion Fund. […]