When the weather is warm like it’s been for the past few weeks it’s always good to have someplace to go to cool off. Here are three ideas for places that we like: Mint Springs Valley Park – this is … Continue reading
It’s that time of summer when we celebrate Restaurant Week here in Charlottesville. The event starts on Friday July 12th and continues until Saturday July 20th. This year there are 38 restaurants participating in the 9 day dining extravaganza. You … Continue reading
We love serving homemade ice cream to guests. Since it’s peach season here in Charlottesville we make our own peach ice cream and top it with peach sauce. There are a couple of peach orchards nearby that you can pick … Continue reading
The Charlottesville area is so close to a lot of great hiking trails. We enjoy taking an afternoon off and exploring the many trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Ivy Creek Reservoir and Mint Springs Park. Trails closest to here … Continue reading
Looking for a way to spend your free time next month? How about coming to Charlottesville and seeing what we have to offer here. First up is the July 4th celebration at Monticello. Every year the Independence Day Celebration and … Continue reading
May is a gorgeous month here in the Charlottesville area. The weather is warm without being too hot. It’s a great time to spend a few days away from the hustle and bustle of city-life. So this month we will … Continue reading
Guess where you can find us the first Wednesday of every month between April and October? You got it – at King Family Vineyard enjoying a bottle of wine, listening to great local musicians, showing a bite and talking with … Continue reading
Besides marveling at the beautiful scenery at this time of year – flowers blooming, trees leafing out, green grass – there are a few events you may want to put on your calendar. First Wednesday at King Family Vineyard – … Continue reading
Calling all quilters – or those who love quilts! There will be more than 125 quilts, special exhibits and vendors at the Charlottesville Area Quilt Show XVI on April 6 & 7. I must admit that I have never been … Continue reading
During the month of March here are a lot of events and things to do in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. It was hard to select just 5 things. Music, beverages and books are on my agenda for this month. VibeFest2K19 … Continue reading
