Best of C-VILLE 2012: Retail

From your favorite place to buy a party dress to home goods, here’s  the best in local retail. JUMP TO A WINNER: Jewelry store Vintage clothing store Boutique clothing store Place for a party dress Place to buy shoes Place to buy athletic apparel Place for kids’ clothes Place for a man’s suit Thrift store […]

Best of C-VILLE 2012: Services

From a top-notch handyman to a great place to board your pet, these are your top picks in local services.   JUMP TO A WINNER: General practitioner Dentist Dermatologist Gynecologist Pediatrician Chiropractor Physical therapist Psychologist/counselor Plastic surgeon Optometrist Architect Real estate agent Contractor Plumber Electrician Home repair/handyman Lawn and garden care Place to get your […]

Best of C-VILLE 2012: Editorial picks

While you may know the best, we know the rest, so the C-VILLE editorial staff has thrown some picks into the mix, too. When you get right down to it, your love (and our love) of this place isn’t just about TJ or UVA. As the folks in this town figured out a long time ago, it’s […]

Best of C-VILLE 2012: Food & Drink

From your favorite Bloody Mary to the best place for French fries, here’s the best from the local food scene. JUMP TO A WINNER: Restaurant New restaurant Coffeehouse Hangover menu Sandwich spot Breakfast Vegetarian menu Meal under $10 Beer selection Restaurant wine list Buffet Outdoor dining Bartender Chef Winery Brewery Bloody Mary Bar Bakery Delivery […]

Best of C-VILLE 2012: Recreation & Fitness

Here are your favorites in everything from golf course to personal trainer.    JUMP TO: Hiking trail Park for kids Kids’ summer camp Golf course Yoga teacher Yoga studio Pilates teacher Pilates studio Place to weight train Personal trainer Martial Arts instructor Martial Arts studio Fitness class Foot race HIKING TRAIL Humpback Rocks Runner-up: Sugar […]

This month’s artisan: Painter and textile artist Maria Pace

Somewhere between painter and textile artist, Maria Pace is an Orange County original who makes a variety of lovely objects for the abode. And she’s an artisan with a conscience: Besides designing her own textile patterns, she likes to repurpose secondhand fabrics and uses only American-made materials. “It might be a lot cheaper to get […]

How to decide between schools in Charlottesville

Whether your little one is just starting school or is about to transition into a new grade, you want to make sure he gets the very best schools in Charlottesville have to offer. Here are a few things to consider. How do I get involved? With the start of the school year, you’re likely getting […]

Where the heart is: Have your Charlottesville wedding at home

As the saying goes, there’s no place like home. Consider then, on your special day, having your Charlottesville wedding at home. It adds a personal touch to your nuptials and leaves you with the first in a long line of memories you’ll make as husband and wife. Just don’t get stuck with cleanup! YOURS, MINE, […]

Careful what you say: How to raise girls

Here’s a familiar scenario: Preschool-aged girl walks into a room sporting a pink tutu, butterfly wings, and a plastic tiara. She’s wielding a fairy wand and spinning on child-sized high heels emblazoned with the cameo of a Disney princess. She seems delighted with both herself and her appearance, and you can’t help but notice she […]

Charlottesville wedding ideas we love

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then we’d like to flatter the heck out of these couples, whose special wedding-day touches provide bushels of inspiration this season. A fearless photo. This groom’s basket toss makes for a fun memory and captures the day’s excitement in a fresh way. A pretty, practical gift. Lovely […]