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We went back to Washington, D.C., on Saturday (scheduling snafu; I don’t wanna talk about it), this time to see Sara Bareilles in concert.
I’ve seen her live three times—in her “Brave” era, and then Amidst the Chaos, and now, seven years later, for her Good Grief Tour. A lot has changed for her—and me, and you—since she last went on the road. There was a global pandemic, two of her best friends died, Donald Trump took office a second time. There has been, in other words, plenty to grieve. Bareilles introduced one of her new songs, “Heartland,” by talking about holding the complicated feelings of loving your country while remaining critical of it. The song draws on promises we’ve made about who gets to belong here, while taking aim at the distance between those ideals and the country we’ve actually built.
Sarah Golibart Gorman is a writer and educator. Her food journey began in a peach orchard, sparking a respect for growers and a love of flavor. Gorman contributes to Garden & Gun, The Harrisonburg Citizen, JMU’s Madison Magazine, and Edible Blue Ridge. She also develops recipes and stars in cooking videos for Shenandoah Valley Orchards. Read her work on page 35.
We grieve because we love something—what it meant to us, or what we hoped it could be. And there’s a kind of grief in loving a country, too: believing in its promise enough to feel the ways it falls short. That feels particularly apt as another election approaches. This week’s cover story (p.26) looks at the race to represent Virginia’s 5th District: who might win, what the candidates believe, whose interests they hope to represent, and what voters should know before casting their ballots (starting Friday!). Loving something—a person, a place, maybe even a song—doesn’t mean believing it’s perfect. Sometimes it means insisting it can be better. Tristan Williams is a live music, portrait, and editorial photographer. He has been contributing to C-VILLE Weekly since 2017. His work has been featured in Billboard magazine, Pitchfork, Stereogum, Relix, Brooklyn Vegan, and American Songwriter. See his work on page 46.
Hey, thanks! These generous recurring benefactors of C-VILLE have supported our work through our (now tax-deductible!) Save the Free Word campaign. To contribute, follow the QR code. Pat Allinson Terence Banks Tray Biasiolli Mary Ann Bournos Olivia Branch Claudia Murray Brindle Parker Bryant Kate Buford Beth Croghan
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Ballot battleground As Election Day looms, the 5th District race tightens. NEWS 9 9
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CRHA falls short in preventing evictions? 13 Greene sheriff neglects to report traffic stops. 15 Supes will allow more units at Attain on 5th. 17 Real Estate: City’s affordable housing spending goal.
CULTURE 31 Doors 5:30 PM - Music 6:30 PM
32 Feedback: Cyril Neville keeps his family’s musical legacy alive.
35 Small Bites: Music for Meals, Virginia Craft Beer Cup winners, plus openings and closings.
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CMB Open Rehersal * "Hoos on the Move."
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Charlottesville Symphony directed by Ben Rous The Firebird
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11th Annual UVA Flute Forum * Featuring Alexa Still
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Alexa Still Flute Recital, * part of Flute Forum
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Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority operates seven properties in the city, including Crescent Halls, which serves seniors and people with disabilities.
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n 2025, the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority launched its eviction diversion program, which is designed to reduce eviction rates by connecting residents with additional support and services. The Legal Aid Justice Center, and one of its clients currently living in a CRHA property, say they’ve seen more lawsuits for low amounts, and more eviction filings at odds with CRHA’s public claims. Back rent has been a major issue for CRHA, and other affordable and market-rate property managers, since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. In November 2024, CRHA reported more than $232,000 in unpaid rent at its properties. Work on the eviction diversion program began in the months following at the behest of outgoing CRHA Executive Director John Sales, aiming to help residents access resources to assist with repayment or other compliance issues like housekeeping. “The eviction diversion program is not just for rent. I think because that is a major challenge anywhere in property management right now … people think it’s just for rent,” says TerAna Banks, CRHA director of property management and compliance manager. Per a July 2025 outline of the process for handling late rent, CRHA sends out 30-day non-payment notices on the sixth of the month and reaches out to residents to set
EZE AMOS
Tracking non-payment amounts in rent lawsuits can be difficult, given that the amount owed is not always listed, and if a case is dismissed it is sometimes removed from the public record. Based on the data available at press time, C-VILLE found that the average principal amount of rent owed in suits filed by CRHA has steadily declined since July 2024. “We cannot base it on a dollar amount because if a family pays $20 or if a family pays $1,000, it’s not fair to take the family that pays $1,000 to court and not the family that pays $20. We have to hold everyone to the same standard,” says Banks. “So two months behind says that we file an unlawful detainer. That’s our rule of thumb. … Our procedure is that once you have an unlawful detainer filed, you are not eligible for a repayment agreement, and that is because you’ve had months prior to reach out.” One current tenant, who spoke to C-VILLE anonymously and will be referred to as Rachel, says CRHA has been less willing to work with her since her court date. “I’ve had a really, really hard time since I was in hospital at the end of last year,” she says. “I haven’t been able to catch up with everything. It’s hard when you’re on a limited income to catch up.” CRHA’s original suit against Rachel was dismissed earlier this year. The summons shows she was taken to court for one month of her rent. When she spoke to C-VILLE on August 31, Rachel was report-
edly still receiving non-payment notices stating she needed to pay her outstanding balance by September 5 or risk receiving another notice to appear. “They always send you paperwork if you want to talk about help, or working out payment plans or whatever. ‘Just call us and let us know.’ I do all that, and then I try to call and do it, and nobody answers,” says Rachel. “I am a heart patient, so this has had me stressed out so bad. … I am constantly with migraines and with the worry of whether or not this is going to put me back in the hospital for another three months.” “We don’t just, I guess, essentially ditch the family because they’re in court. All of our assistance and all of the resources are still being tapped into to see if we can assist the family,” says Banks. “No challenge and no barrier can be avoided or diverted without the efforts of the family itself participating.” “They’re doing a lot of grandstanding about how they want to do everything they can to help people [and] keep people housed. And if CRHA isn’t able to do that, it’s because the family has been unwilling to work with them, and they’re just always willing … to work with people,” says Smith. “I’m working with those people, and that’s just not matched my experience at all. They’ve been pretty unwilling, once things are in court, to work with people at all. … I think it’s very striking that they are willing to put people out of subsidized housing, the only housing that they will be able to afford, over $300.”
up a meeting. Rent is considered late at the close of business on the fifth, and an unlawful detainer for outstanding rent is filed after 60 days of non-payment. “I think there’s a myth that you get served one notice and you’re evicted. That’s not how it works,” says Banks. “Our eviction diversion program can serve over a seven- or eight-month period sometimes. … We serve what’s called a non-payment notice every single month. That’s our policy. If you owe $10, if you owe $1,000, if you owe $5,000, you get a non-payment notice every month.” According to Banks, CRHA is willing to work with tenants “at any time” prior to eviction. LAJC, and at least one of its clients currently trying to catch up on CRHA rent, say the eviction diversion program is less than accessible once the tenant is taken to court. “I have personally represented two people … [who have been] sued for eviction for one month of rent,” says Emily Smith, a housing attorney with LAJC. “I’ve been in court and seen other people that [CRHA was] entering eviction judgment against for … less than $100. They’re really going after people for very low amounts. … They’re saying, ‘Well, it’s not fair for us to let people on low rent go longer without paying than people whose rents are higher, and they’re calling it a fair housing issue.’”
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Stop gap
Forty traffic stops missing from Greene County sheriff’s legally required data for June 23 immigration raids with ICE BY NATHAN ALDERMAN
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he Greene County Sheriff ’s Office did not report dozens of traffic stops it made during its June 23 immigration raids to a public statewide database, in apparent violation of state law. In data it sent to the Virginia State Police, the sheriff ’s office detailed 27 traffic stops between 4:50am and 1:30pm that day, out of 32 in all. But the sheriff’s internal call detail reports, obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request and shared with C-VILLE, reveal that deputies actually pulled over 67 drivers during that period. Across those 40 missing stops, call logs show that deputies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained at least 33 people. It’s not clear whether the sheriff’s office even collected data on these encounters, as Virginia law requires. The sheriff ’s office is fighting a civil rights investigation by the Virginia attorney general into whether it illegally used ethnic bias when deciding which drivers to stop. Without the missing data, we cannot know how many Latino drivers Greene deputies pulled over on June 23. Under the Community Policing Act of 2020, Virginia police officers and sheriff’s deputies must gather specific information, including the driver’s race and ethnicity, every time they stop a vehicle for traffic violations or other crimes. The act bars law enforcement from stopping drivers based on “perceived ethnicity,” among other biases. Agencies must collect and submit stop data to the state police to help measure whether they’re obeying that law. By matching unique ID numbers on each call report to identical numbers in VSP data, C-VILLE determined which calls were missing
from VSP’s database. The call reports list deputies and units at each stop, arrival and departure times, and messages between dispatchers and deputies, often including whether officers issued warnings or detained people. Even when records don’t directly describe detentions, other call data, including the movements of units that transport detainees, provide evidence that deputies took people into custody. Driver names and other information are redacted. Records show no evident differences between reported and unreported calls. Every call record is marked “Nature: TRAFFIC STOP.” Both reported and unreported stops end with detentions or warnings. According to ICE, it worked with the sheriff’s office to detain 49 people on June 23. The sheriff’s call logs appear to show at least 50 detentions that day. The odd man out, per court records and stop data, is Gene Conner, a 54-year-old white Spotsylvania resident. Deputies pulled him over for alleged traffic violations, then arrested him on a warrant from Prince William County. He’s currently free on bond awaiting trial on felony charges of making written threats. No other calls that day mention outstanding warrants. Among reported calls resulting in detention, Conner is the only non-Latino person arrested. Of the stops not reported to VSP, 20 involve detentions, while 14 end with a warning. Six more contain no information indicating how they were resolved. Two other call reports that lack such details in internal records show up in VSP data, which notes that those encounters resulted in a warning. None of the missing stops appears to fit VSP’s exemptions for stops that agencies
Greene County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Stops
Detentions Latino
Warnings/Other Other
Unreported
Call logs reveal 40 traffic stops from June 23 that the Greene County Sheriff’s Office didn’t report to the public.
don’t need to record: traffic accidents, warrant service, or momentary, uneventful checkpoint stops. A review of the data suggests VSP isn’t responsible for any gaps in Greene County’s reported data. The traffic stop records GCSO submitted for June, which C-VILLE obtained via a FOIA request, exactly match those currently listed in VSP’s database. The missing traffic stop data could help clarify whether Greene deputies are using il-
legal bias-based profiling when pulling over drivers. The Supreme Court has ruled that ICE officers can ethnically profile drivers for immigration enforcement. But in interviews and two separate video recordings, both the Greene County Sheriff’s Office and ICE officials have stated that the sheriff’s office was only conducting traffic enforcement on June 23. When asked whether it was common for Community Policing Act submissions to leave out significant numbers of traffic stops, the VSP deferred the question to individual agencies. The Charlottesville and Albemarle police departments, when asked how often they had to resubmit data to address gaps in their reporting, and how large those gaps tended to be, referred questions to the Virginia State Police. “Resubmissions occur routinely,” a VSP spokesperson says. “Virginia State Police also reviews all submitted data for quality control.” According to VSP, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office has transmitted 25 traffic stop data submissions in the 19 months since January 2025. VSP instructs law enforcement agencies to submit any missing records with the following month’s data. FOIA’d records from GCSO show that it didn’t amend or add to the VSP data for its June 2026 stops in its July 2026 submission. C-VILLE sent a FOIA request to the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, asking for traffic stop data tied to the calls missing from VSP’s database. GCSO denied the request September 8, citing exemptions in FOIA law. Sheriff Steven S. Smith and Major J.L. White, both of whom call records show participating in the June 23 Greene County operation, had not responded to C-VILLE’s questions about the missing traffic stops at press time.
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CELEBRATING THE 7TH ANNUAL CARING FOR COMMUNITY AWARDS AND 2026 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR At this year’s Day of Caring Kickoff Breakfast, United Way of Greater Charlottesville announced the 2026 Volunteer of the Year and the recipients of the 7th Annual Caring for Community Awards. These awards are based on nominations and votes by local community members. Each recipient represents an individual or organization who has gone above and beyond to serve our community and make a positive impact in the lives of others. Honorees demonstrate exceptional compassion, empathy, and service. Please join us in congratulating all the 2026 Caring for Community Award Honorees!
7TH ANNUAL CARING FOR COMMUNITY AWARD HONOREES
2026 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR We are pleased to announce Anne Cressin, a longtime volunteer at The Haven, as United Way’s 2026 Volunteer of the Year! The Volunteer of the Year Award is special because nominees must be personally recommended by a local nonprofit. This year, The Haven wanted to recognize Anne for being “a constant source of dedication, compassion, and reliability” throughtout the more than 250 hours of volunteer service she has given since they opened in 2010.
COMMUNITY PHILANTHROPY AWARD RAYLAJA WALLER & CHANIYA BROWN
For more than a decade and a half, Anne has volunteered multiple times a week and has become integral to The Haven’s daily operations, taking the lead in organizing and sorting donations including hygiene products, clothing, tents, backpacks, and other essentials, earning the title Miss Anne Queen of Organization. In all her service, she has also built meaningful relationships with The Haven’s clients and has played an instrumental role in its warm and welcoming environment.
EARLY LEARNING IMPACT AWARD JASMYNE JOHNSON YMCA EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Read more about all the awardees at unitedwaycville.org
2026 Volunteer of the Year Anne Cressin
Anne spoke about being recognized as the 2026 Volunteer of the Year for her service at The Haven: “Volunteering at The Haven allows for me to not only use my best skills, but to work with and learn from people from all walks of life. It is truly an honor to have been chosen for this award; to represent the many individuals who give of their time and talents as we work together, caring for our community in so many ways.” Notably, this year’s Volunteer of the Year award is especially meaningful as it was accompanied by a $1,000 cash contribution, to be split evenly between this year’s volunteer winner and their nominating organization! As such, both Anne and The Haven received $500 in celebration of their service and the positive impact they’ve both made on our community.
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Caught red-handed Marshall Rawson, candidate for a state seat in Florida’s House of Representatives, attended the August 2017 Unite the Right rally with the League of the South—a neo-Confederate, white nationalist organization—according to an investigation by Talking Points Memo. The report, published September 14, includes multiple photos and videos of the Republican at the event with neo-Nazis. Rawson defeated incumbent Chase Brannan in an August 18 primary, and is expected to win the conservative 10th district in November. While Rawson has previously addressed his prior affiliation with LOS, his attendance with his wife at the deadly white nationalist rally was not previously known. The Southern Poverty Law Center and the Anti-Defamation League both identify the LOS as a hate group. In its profile on LOS, SPLC notes, “The League gained notoriety for its role in sparking some of the worst violence on display during the ‘Unite the Right’ rally.” At press time, the Rawson campaign had not publicly addressed the investigation or responded to C-VILLE’s request for comment.—Catie Ratliff
Community matters The Charlottesville Low-Income Housing Coalition will host a panel on racial inequity and housing on September 16 at 6pm. The event, Whose City? A community panel about luxury and affordable housing, will be held at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.—CR
Shots fired Charlottesville police are investigating a shots fired incident that occurred on the Downtown Mall near CVS around 1:58am on September 12. No injuries were reported, but detectives found seven 9mm casings in the area. This is an ongoing investigation, and anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 977-4000.—CR
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Albemarle supervisors approve rezoning to add 165 more units at existing Fifth Street complex BY SEAN TUBBS
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hen real estate investment firm Bonaventure purchased the former Cavalier Crossing apartment complex in the summer of 2024, housing advocates sounded the alarm that many tenants would not be able to afford higher rents. Two years later, that concern seems to have fizzled out, as no one spoke at an August 19 public hearing where the Albemarle Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions, including a rezoning to allow for 165 units to be constructed in five new buildings for a total of 309. “The property was first developed for student housing and rezoned in the early 2000s,” said Rebecca Ragsdale, a planning manager with Albemarle County. “The site plan was approved in 2001, and the site was developed with the current structures in 2002, which were originally planned as student housing.” With fewer tenants expected per unit, less space is required for parking in what has now been branded as Attain on 5th. The plan is to build on those sites and on areas currently designated as protected slopes. This project is also one of the first to take advantage of Albemarle’s new affordable rental housing incentive program, which will allow up to $5 million in tax rebates over a 30-year period. That will require 31 units to be rented to households making below 60 percent of the area median income and another 31 to be reserved for those making below 80 percent. Attorney Valerie Long of the firm Williams Mullen said the property was in bad shape when Bonaventure purchased it but all of the units have now been renovated.
Attain on 5th, formerly Cavalier Crossing, will nearly double in size under a rezoning approved by Albemarle County supervisors.
“They’ve converted all of them from student suites to two- and three-bedroom apartments, and the improvement is dramatic,” Long said. According to Long, Bonaventure was aware of concerns about displacement and offered options. As of mid-August, seven of the 99 leased units were occupied by former tenants. “They also did a lot of things to help those existing tenants meet other roommates so that if they wanted to rent apartments together in the renovated units, they could,” Long said. Scottsville District Supervisor Mike Pruitt had been one of those concerned about what the new owner would do but said he was glad to see an effort had been made. He wants the county to adopt policies for other projects. “I think I’ve talked to this Board about the need for us to memorialize and institutionalize some kind of relocation plans in the
future because it’s something I think is a gaping hole in county policy,” Pruitt said. Jack Jouett Supervisor Sally Duncan said it is possible this project could be converted to non-student use because developers have stepped up production near the University of Virginia. “My only complaint with this is that there are not more units, that they are not taller units, and, you know, hopefully in the future we can have taller buildings and more units,” Duncan said. In addition to the rezoning to Planned Residential District, county supervisors also unanimously approved a request to reduce the amount of parking required and to waive a requirement that the new buildings have stepbacks. The latter allows more C building space.
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All the news you missed last week (in one sentence or less) Holiday goers At least 57 people have moved into the emergency shelter at 2000 Holiday Dr., per Charlottesville officials. Additional illumination The City of Charlottesville and Gov. Abigail Spanberger weigh in on the State Corporation Commission’s review of the proposed power-utility merger between Dominion and NextEra Energy. Empty seat Democratic VA-5 challenger Tom Perriello shows up alone to the Senior Statesmen of Virginia candidate forum to answer questions from citizens; incumbent Rep. John McGuire instead chooses to pay $25K a seat to hang out at the Republicans’ Trumpapalooza in Dallas. Sorry excuse Though records show McGuire’s wife trading related stocks close to his votes on key bills, McGuire refuses to debate Perriello until the latter apologizes for accusing the former of insider trading. Ballot boxing Early voting for the November 3 midterm elections begins September 18; find early voting sites at elections.virginia.gov. With a B The Charlottesville Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau reports that tourists spent a record-breaking $1 billion-plus in the area in 2025. Standardized test The Albemarle County School Board interviews candidates to fill the at-large seat vacated by Allison Spillman ahead of September 17 public hearings and a final vote September 24. SUPPLIED PHOTO
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Charlottesville on track to meet spending goal for subsidized housing BY SEAN TUBBS
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n March 2021, Charlottesville City wood and 104 units are under construction in a second. Another 175 units are planned Council adopted a plan that made a moral commitment to invest $100 milin two more stages. lion in affordable housing initiatives through The city also tracks the income demothe end of 2032. The elected body got a proggraphics of who is benefiting from the inress report at a September 8 work session. vestments. Around three-fourths of the “In that time, the city has invested apfunds have assisted households that make below 80 percent of the area median inproximately $65.8 million, which is about 66 percent of the full 10-year goal,” said come, but only 25 percent have gone to Madeline Metzler, senior housing planner those making below 30 percent. “Households at or below 30 percent AMI in Charlottesville’s Department of Neighface the deepest housing challenges and also borhood Development Services. The goal of the Affordable Housing Plan require the greatest level of subsidy to ensure is for 75 percent of funds to go directly into long-term affordability,” Metzler said. housing investments, 20 percent to go to City Councilor Michael Payne has been one of the strongest voices for investing in tax relief and programs intended to stabilize, and the rest to increase administrative places for households with the lowest incapacity to keep track of it all and assist comes and suggested an alternative apwith complex financing. proach to get this goal on target. The materials presented to Council did “If that cost for new construction is so not include the $6 million spent to purchase high, maybe we kind of pivot towards more 2000 Holiday Dr. for a low-barrier shelter, acquisition of existing housing units in orbut does include what the city has paid so der to get to 30 percent,” Payne said. far toward an $8.7 million forgivable loan to Payne also suggested that Council needs help two nonprofit housing developers purto adopt a higher annual goal to ensure the chase the Carlton Mobile Home Park and resources are in place. the $5 million used to jointly purchase sevThe city has been able to invest in part because of revenues from a growing tax base. eral dozen houses with the Charlottesville The total taxable value has grown to $12.2 Redevelopment and Housing Authority. Other Affordable Housing Plan outbillion in 2026 from $5.95 billion in 2016. comes were desired as well. In the coming year, Metzler said the city “Over 1,000 new subsidized units are now will receive at least $11 million in payments in the pipeline, which is about 97 percent of to the Charlottesville Affordable Housing the goal,” Metzler said. “We’ve preserved Fund from student housing complexes cur530 subsidized units, which is about 88 perrently under construction. cent of the total goal. And lastly, annual household stabilization is lower than targeted, averaging just over 1,100 households annually.” Part of the latter comes from $900,000 the city gives each year to CRHA to cover the cost of additional housing vouchers. Since the plan was adopted, CRHA has completed 190 units including the full renovation of Crescent Halls and the first phase of South First Street. Another 137 units are under construction, and 138 units are anticipated in the first phase of Westhaven’s redevelopment. Piedmont Housing Alliance has completed 106 units An aerial view of the new South First Street complex operated by in the first phase of Kindle- the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. SUPPLIED PHOTO
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Election Day may still feel like a long way off, but Virginia’s midterm races are already taking shape. P In the 5th District, incumbent Rep. John McGuire secured the Republican nomination with 84.24 percent of the vote. Democratic nominee Tom Perriello had a similarly dominant primary performance, coming away with 79.76 percent of the electorate. P Most pollsters expect McGuire to win reelection, but the margin has steadily narrowed in the lead-up to Election Day. With the start of early voting on September 18, and Election Day November 3, here’s what local experts—and one of the candidates—say about both men and their odds.
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PEOPLE vs. PARTY In the lead-up to the midterms, congressional candidates hoping to win the 5th weigh priorities BY CATIE RATLIFF Primary thoughts Despite party division popping up in contentious contests across the country, Perriello and McGuire both had straightforward paths to nomination. Perriello was far-and-away the favorite to secure the Democratic nomination, after winning the conservative-leaning district in 2008. “It’s always just a really special thing to ask people for their vote, and then when you get that nomination, you know people are putting their trust in you, and I think it means so much right now,” says Perriello. Beyond building a coalition of voters heading into November, Perriello is pulling in some of his former primary opponents to hopefully flip VA-5 blue. “We were immediately out the next day [after the primary] with Dr. K [Suzanne Krzyzanowski],” Perriello says. “Our side is every corner of the district, every race, every class, every generation coming together to push back against the stupidity, and very expensive stupidity, in Washington.” McGuire’s nomination was all but guaranteed as a sitting Republican representative endorsed by President Donald Trump. His incumbency, and the political geography of VA-5, makes the path forward an uphill—but not insurmountable—climb for Perriello.
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the right thing for your district, even if it’s going to upset the lobbyists.” Perriello was unseated in 2010 by Robert Hurt, who won with 50.8 percent of the electorate compared to the Democrat’s 47 percent. After leaving office, Perriello remained in the political sphere. His career has bounced between roles with the U.S. Department of State and nonprofit work—namely leadership roles with the Center for American Progress Action Fund and Open Society Foundations. He also made an unsuccessful 2017 bid for governor, losing the primary to Ralph Northam, who was in office from 2018 to 2022. Campaign finance reports from the Virginia Public Access Project show the Perriello campaign raised $2.14 million as of July 15, with $1.51 million on hand. The former congressman has pledged not to accept donations from corporate PACs, which is corroborated by his FEC filings. The largest contribution to TOM PERRIELLO FOR CONGRESS is $24,500, from the LURIA PERRIELLO VICTORY FUND, received June 30. OpenSecrets found Perriello received PAC contributions totaling $89,600 this election cycle, with the vast majority ($82,100) from ideological PACs—a label the site gives to PACs “associated with advocacy groups that are not tied to a specific industry.” The largest PAC contributions, each totaling $10,000, to Perriello’s campaign so far this cycle are from: AmeriPAC: The Fund for a Greater America, BRIDGE PAC, Common Ground PAC, and Forward Together PAC.
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In 2008, Perriello was elected with 50.1 percent of the vote over Virgil Goode Jr. During his single term in Congress, he sponsored one bill that was enacted into law, and cosponsored 13 others. The sponsored bill, Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2010 (HR4667), was an annual compensation adjustment based on the consumer price index. Perriello also cast key votes, most notably in support of the Affordable Care Act. He credits his vote in favor of the ACA as the reason he lost his bid for reelection in 2010, but stands by the decision. “I did 100 hours of town hall meetings on health care, and we specifically designed the Affordable Care Act to be a lifeline for rural health care, and rural leaders of hospitals and clinics are all in agreement that Obamacare and the Medicaid expansion were vital for keeping these rural clinics open,” says Perriello. “People know I lost my seat over the vote because the insurance lobbyists spent $5 million against me, and I knew they would do that. But that’s what you do: You go and you do
After primarying two-term Republican representative Bob Good in a contest so close it went to a recount, McGuire was elected with 57.5 percent of the vote in the 2024 general election. As of press time, the freshman congressman has co-sponsored one resolution that was signed into law: a joint resolution enacted May 23, 2025, that “removes emission regulations on hazardous air pollutants under the rubber tire manufacturing source category, specifically from the rubber processing subcategory.” During his time in office, McGuire has voted for key Republican legislation, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (HR1). He continues to stand by the OBBB as a source of economic relief for Americans. (For more on McGuire and HR1’s impact, see c-ville.com.) Prior to Congress, McGuire served in the Virginia House of Delegates from 2018 to 2024. He served one year in the state Senate, which he resigned from after being elected to the House of Representatives. July 15 campaign finance reports compiled by VPAP indicate McGuire has raised roughly $1.74 million this election cycle, and has
$524,404 in cash. The three largest donations (totaling $45,907, $27,535, and $25,190) to MCGUIRE FOR VIRGINIA since the start of 2025 are all from MCGUIRE VICTORY FUND. The MCGUIRE VICTORY FUND’s largest contribution is from the MCGUIRE RECOUNT COMMITTEE and totals $28,864. OpenSecrets found McGuire received $421,900 from PACs during the 2025-26 election cycle, which accounts for 24.9 percent of the roughly $1.7 million raised by its count during the same period. The largest PAC contribution to McGuire’s campaign came from the American Revival PAC ($18,650). Other notable contributions, each totaling $10,000, were made by BWX Technologies, National Auto Dealers Association, and SpaceX.
Political forecast Despite a potentially landmark year for Democrats, McGuire is still favored to win VA-5. Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics rates the seat as “Likely Republican.” “Democrats in Virginia had a big year last year, obviously. They won all three statewide offices, they got a supermajority in the House of Delegates,” says Crystal Ball Associate Editor J. Miles Coleman. “Governor Spanberger, even though she got about 58 percent of the statewide vote, she only got about 46 percent of the vote in District 5.” With the Virginia Supreme Court ruling that threw out the midcycle redistricting vote, the midterm elections will use the existing congressional map. The current 5th District spans from Charlottesville down to the North Carolina border, including areas like Lynchburg and Danville. In 2024, VA-5 went for Trump by 12 points, and McGuire was elected the same cycle by 13 points. Coleman says there are more attainable seats Virginia Democrats are eyeing, but VA-5 isn’t completely out of play. “These federal elections, like Congress, they’re inherently more partisan, polarized,” says Coleman. “I think in District 5 the Republicans do have a decent buffer, but would it surprise me much if Perriello got closer in this district than Spanberger did last year? You know, maybe not.” The Crystal Ball currently rates VA-2 in the Virginia Beach area as a “Toss-Up,” and VA-1, in the eastern part of the state near Richmond, as “Leans Republican.” “If Democrats just barely take the House, they could still win District 2. District 1 is a bit harder for Democrats,” says Coleman. “If Democrats flip District 1, then you know they’re going to have a fairly comfortable majority in the House. If they flip District 5, it’s probably going to be an unquestionable blue … Democratic wave.”
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“At this point it would be a shock if Democrats don’t win the House,” he adds. “The Senate, at this point, probably is a small advantage—at least—for the Republicans.” Forecasts from one year ago projected Republicans steadily holding the chamber, but projections have narrowed in the preceding months. The Crystal Ball’s most recent prediction for control of the Senate is a potential 50-50 split in the chamber, in which case Vice President J.D. Vance would cast tie-breaker votes. The steady drop in Trump’s approval rating has Coleman thinking the battle for control of Congress may get even closer in the final months leading up to Election Day. “Attitudes towards [Trump], at the end of the day, are going to dominate everything … Nothing I’ve seen since last year’s elections makes me think Trump has gotten even more popular.”
On the issues In a poll published July 23, PEW Research Center asked registered voters “What one issue would you most like to hear the candidates running for Congress in your district talk about during the campaign?” The economy, or a related topic (cost of living, affordability, etc.), was the top issue for 29 percent of respondents in the open-ended survey. Prices are up across the board, so it’s no surprise the economy is top of mind for voters. This aligns with Coleman’s experience of the electorate. “That was basically the issue that put Donald Trump back in the White House, because Biden was seen as not doing enough. And I think Donald Trump really hasn’t done that much. … His focus seems to kind of be on his ballroom and his arch and his projects,” says Coleman. “The Republicans I don’t think are perceived as doing enough to make things cheaper or make things more affordable.” Perriello lists affordability as a top priority on his campaign website, saying he will “fight to lower costs, clean house on corruption, and restore sanity and common sense to Washington.” Other top priorities for the Democrat include health care, jobs, housing, and blocking the Valley Link Transmission Line. McGuire has no issues section on his site, but does state he is “Pro-Life. Pro-God. ProGun. Pro-Trump,” fights for “conservative values,” and puts “Virginia first.” “The issue that most voters are going to kind of have to grapple with when they go into the voting booth is, ‘Is the member of Congress that we elect going to support the president, or are they going to be a check on him?’” says Coleman. “I think that’s really what we’re moving toward.”
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“These federal elections, like Congress, they’re inherently more partisan, polarized. I think in District 5 the Republicans do have a decent buffer, but would it surprise me much if Perriello got closer in this district than Spanberger did last year? You know, maybe not.” J. MILES COLEMAN
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On the trail In August, C-VILLE sat down with Tom Perriello to discuss his priorities, plans heading into November, and highlights from the campaign trail. C-VILLE had not received a response from the McGuire campaign by press time, despite multiple requests to interview the candidate for this story. C-VILLE: What groups of people and what issues do you think are at the core of the coalition you’re bringing together right now? Tom Perriello: It’s getting costs down, getting corruption out, and putting common sense back behind the wheel. And I think we see a huge coalition of people coming together around that basic set of priorities. We can get costs down in the first days in Congress simply by doing the job John McGuire should have done, which is for Congress to block these tariffs and to end this war that Trump has already lost 27 times. Those are direct causes of taking money out of people’s pockets. We also have real problems—like a child care crisis in this country—we could be solving instead of McGuire taking things that are working, like the post office, and figuring out how to break them; taking things like Head Start, that are successful with bipartisan support, and figuring out how to bankrupt them. So what people want is: Stop doing the stupid stuff that McGuire is doing that is making life harder and more expensive, and let’s actually try to solve the problems people want us to solve. Like our rural health care crisis, our child care crisis, our wage crisis, and prepare for what’s coming with artificial intelligence. If you could ask John McGuire one question, just one, what would be your top question for him? Why did he put the interest of D.C. lobbyists ahead of his own constituents, and why does he want to represent a district if he’s not actually going to fight for that district? Politics is not a lot of fun, so it seems like the reason you should want to do it is because you really want to help the people that you’re asking to represent. I just don’t understand why you would take the job just to go to Washington and do what the lobbyists want. And not be able to look your voters in the face with a, you know, with a straight face. So far he’s run away from those questions or thrown random diatribes. The boundaries of the district have shifted a bit since the last time you represented the 5th. How has it otherwise changed? I think people are sick of being treated by politicians as having their entire identity be blue or red, and so because I’m a politician that doesn’t fit neatly into those boxes, I’ve been willing to take on the corruption in both political parties and the, you know, conventional wisdom of the establishment of both parties that’s been wrong on, I think, economic issues over the last 30 years.
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I don’t think the divisions in our politics right now are as much right versus left as they are bold ideas versus old ideas, and I think people are sick of, frankly, a lot of octogenarian politicians and octogenarian ideas. … People are much more interested in whether the solution will work than what ideological label is put on that idea, and so when we look at the need for universal health care, what people across the district know right now is health care is already being rationed. It is being rationed by algorithms and insurance companies. I think it’s a district that wants results that work and understands that that’s going to take some bold ideas, and not necessarily ideas that either party has been leading on. Beyond you as a representative, as a politician, what should voters know about Tom Perriello, the person? I was born and raised here, and I was a product of incredible public schools as well as finishing at St. Anne’s[-Belfield School]. … I grew up very aware that this community had given my family a shot at the American dream. My dad was a son of Italian immigrants in West Virginia, was the first in his family to get a scholarship to go to UVA, and for him, this community at its best is the best of America. So much of what I wanted growing up was to make sure that everybody had that same opportunity that I had as a kid to flourish, and that’s strong communities with strong public schools and affordable access to higher education or apprenticeship programs and trades that then pay a living wage that somebody could raise a kid on is so crucial. And it’s not too much to ask that if you work one full-time job, you should not be living in poverty. And if your household is working two full-time jobs, you should be solidly in the middle class, and that is simply not the case in the economy that we’ve built. I’ve spent most of my life running nonprofit organizations, and I think that politics done right should really be community service taken to scale, and so part of what I try to do with each problem is understand from the people on the front lines what’s working that can be scaled up, what’s not working that needs to be fixed, and then make politics a place for solutions to that, again, whether that reinforces something working well or addressing something that’s wrong. What else do you think is important people know going into this November? A lot of this just comes down to where power sits and whether power sits with the people and our communities or whether it sits with these dark money groups. And politics was already corrupt, you know, when I was in before. But it’s hard to explain to people how many zeros have been added to the corruption that John McGuire and others are participating in. We are standing with communities against these data centers in many of our counties. We’re standing with communities against the Valley Link Transmission Line, and a lot of that is about whether or not
Charlottesville native Tom Perriello served Virginia’s 5th District once before, when he was elected to the House of Representatives in 2008. He credits his vote in favor of the Affordable Care Act for his lost reelection bid in 2010.
powerful interests are going to be able to steamroll our rural communities and dictate terms, or whether our communities are going to get to have agency. Who holds power matters, and when evil or corrupt people hold power, they can create a lot of pain, and when decent people hold power, they can’t solve every problem, but they can make life easier, and they can protect our core freedoms and opportunities. And this is a time where power is getting concentrated so quickly in the hands of fewer and fewer people—the money, the data, and the political power—that if we don’t start to push back and demand power for the communities and the people around here, there’ll be nothing left to defend. And so I think the fault line in this election, in some ways, is not as much about right versus left. It really is about those who are going to fight to protect the power of everyday folks and our communities, or are going to pour fuel on the fire of our democracy that is concentrating power in fewer and fewer hands. Anything else you would like to add? This is a beautiful fricking district. … As you drive down, you see farms and fields, you see vineyards and distilleries, you see small
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business owners, you see a lot of history, and I really felt that with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration. You’ve got Appomattox, where the Civil War ends, and you have so much history with the Bedford Boys and with Prince Edward and the rest. But it’s an amazing place, and I think that’s part of why I feel like the 5th District is as good a district as any for us to say, you know, ‘Not on our watch.’ We’re not going to allow this destruction of the American experiment here. But also, we have a bold tradition of big thinkers and doers who shape the next chapter of history. The first person to hold the seat was James Madison, who wrote the U.S. Constitution. It’s a district where Barbara Johns walked out of schools—the Moton High School—to demand integration. It’s where the Bedford Boys had the largest loss on the day of Normandy per capita of any city in America. We are a district of heroes, and I think right now we’re looking for a group of folks who are going to meet this moment with us and say we are going to demand a more perfect union. That’s what we’re going to head for. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
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SONGS FOR SCREENS Pairing a stellar animated feature with a live score, Films Talk Back: The Adventures of Prince Achmed presents an evening of entertainment and insight. The 1926 silent film, written and directed by German master seamstress and costume designer Lotte Reiniger over three years, is inspired by Arabian folktales. Film lecturer and musician Matt Marshall adds musical accompaniment to the narrative, and hosts a discussion following the film. Free, 7pm, Piedmont Virginia Community College, V. Earl Dickinson Building, 501 College Dr. pvcc.edu SUPPLIED PHOTO
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CULTURE TO-DO LIST Wednesday 9/16 music Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival: American Soundscapes. An evening of exploring American classical music, with a little Mozart and Schubert mixed in. $30, 7:30pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarmandwinery.com Horse Feathers. Indie folk band showcasing the evolution of their sound. $29, 8pm. The Southern Café & Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com Jake Blount Band. Renowned scholar-musician celebrates Black string band tradition. $25–30, 7pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. potterscraftcider.com The Wavelength + Jack Roy. Blues of many different shades for your mid-week music boost. Free, 6:30pm. The Whiskey Jar, 227 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thewhiskeyjarcville.com
stage Bent Theatre Improv. A battle royale from Charlottesville’s Best Performance Troupe of 2025. Pay what you will, 7pm. Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 520 Second St. SE. threenotchdbrewing.com Holly’s Open Mic Night. Mic check to all musicians, poets, and everyone in between. Free, 9pm. Holly’s Diner, 1221 E. Market St.
words Craft Talk: M. NourbeSe Philip. Poet and Kapnick Distinguished Writer-in-Residence gives a craft talk titled “Under the Influence: the Making of a Writer’s Genealogy.” Free, 5pm. UVA Bryan Hall 229A, Cabell Dr. creativewriting.virginia.edu
classes Open Artist Night. A night of art and community for anyone wanting to create and connect. Bring your own materials. Create your own story. Free, 5pm. Chisholm Vineyards at Adventure Farm, 1135 Clan Chisholm Ln., Earlysville. chisholmvineyards.com
etc. Dürty Karaoke. Belt out your favorites. Free, 8:30pm. Dürty Nelly’s, 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. durtynellyscharlottesville.com Fund the Fight: Board Game Night. Hang out, play board games, and support the Blue Ridge Abortion Fund. Free, 6pm. Firefly, 1304 E. Market St. fireflycville.com
Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival: Series Concert III—We Hold These Truths. Featuring a newly commissioned work by Iranian-American composer Kian Ravaei. $7–36, 7:30pm. The Paramount, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. theparamount.net Jammy Buffet. Where Jimmy Buffett’s coastal storytelling meets jam-band improvisation. $25, 8pm. The Southern Café & Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com Songwriter’s Open Mic. A space for all levels, styles, and ages. Performances limited to one original per player. Amps and mics provided. Free, 7pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. potterscraftcider.com Travis Elliott. Singer-songwriter blends catchy alternative pop hooks with punk energy and Americana grit in originals and covers. Free, 7pm. Maya, 633 W. Main St. maya-restaurant.com Uncle Pen. Historically accurate bluegrass. Free, 7pm. Dürty Nelly’s, 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. durtynellyscharlottesville.com
dance Argentine Tango Lessons. Community-run class with a relaxed atmosphere and a welcoming vibe. $15, 8pm. McGuffey Art Center, 201 Second St. NW. charlottesvilletango.com
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Chickenhead Blues Band. Charlottesville’s premier boogie-woogie, upbeat, rhythm and blues dance band. Free, 6pm. Chisholm Vineyards at Adventure Farm, 1135 Clan Chisholm Ln., Earlysville. chisholmvineyards.com
Slow Stitch Sanctuary. A welcoming, open stitch circle for slow stitchers and hand-sewers/stitchers of all types and levels. Free, noon. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappyelephant.com
Eli Cook Band. Music from the crossroads of blues, the highways of rock, and the backroads of country. Free, 9pm. Holly’s Diner, 1221 E. Market St. Ken Farmer & the Authenticators. A priceless night of rocking good fun. Free, 6pm. Glass House Winery, 5898 Free Union Rd., Free Union. glasshousewinery.com Steve Riggs & Friends. Tunes to get your butt shakin’. Free, 8pm. Durty Nelly’s, 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. durtynellyscville.com
The Inclinators. A mix of rock, neo-soul, and Americana tunes. Free, 6pm. The Birdcage at Mockingbird, 421 Monticello Rd. mockingbird-cville.com
Vision’s Trivia. Test your knowledge with themed trivia from tellAplay Entertainment. Free, 7pm. Vision BBQ & Catering, 247 Ridge McIntire Rd. visionbbqcville.com
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Berto and Vincent. Wild flamenco rumba and Latin guitar. Free, 7pm. The Bebedero, 225 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thebebedero.com
Bob Bennetta Trio. Live jazz. Free, 6:30pm. Afghan Kabob House, 200 Market St. afghan kabob-house.com
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band. A time machine to a funky tea party in the ’90s. $25–30, 7pm. Pro Re Nata, 6135 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. prnbrewery.com
stage Dear Evan Hansen. A deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical for anyone who’s ever felt alone in a crowded room. $25–40, 7:30pm. Belmont Arts Collaborative, 221 Carlton Rd. Ste. 3. venturestagecompany.org The Tempest. Embark for a brave new world and discover a story where magic fills the air, power shifts hands, and by the end, love and forgiveness take center stage. $45–75, 7:30pm. American Shakespeare Center, 10 S. Market St., Staunton. americanshakespearecenter.com
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Paint + Sip: Dark Sunset. Learn a variety of techniques and skills from a professional artist while completing the supplied design in a step-by-step format. $39, 6pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. blueridgebrushes.com
etc. Films Talk Back: The Adventures of Prince Achmed. Film lecturer and accompanist Matt Marshall hosts a screening of a landmark 1926 silent animated feature inspired by Arabian folktales, followed by a talk about the historical significance of the film. Free, 7pm. Piedmont Virginia Community College, V. Earl Dickinson Building, 501 College Dr. pvcc.edu Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story. An inspiring evening celebrating courage, community, and the power of welcome brings together film, storytelling, and voices from across Virginia. $60–100, 6:30pm. Light House Studio: Vinegar Hill Theatre, 220 W. Market St. lighthousestudio.org
Saturday 9/19 music Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival: Series Concert IV—Intimate Landscapes. Experience an evening of profound emotion, innovation, and timeless beauty as three masterworks come together in a captivating final concert journey. $7–36, 7:30pm. The Paramount, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. theparamount.net GootGenuG. Live jazz fusion. Free, 6pm. The Birdcage at Mockingbird, 421 Monticello Rd. mockingbird-cville.com Heidi Riddell. Songwriter and storyteller. Free, 12:30pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarmandwinery.com Kat and the Travelers. Originals, swing, vintage jazz, blues, and boogie. Free, 2pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. ducardvineyards.com Let’s Get Rocked. Def Leppard tribute performs with 80s XXXESS. Free, 7pm. Pro Re Nata, 6135 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. prnbrewery.com Madison Cunningham: The Ace Tour. With Julia Cumming. $39, 8pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. jeffersontheater.com Midnight Buzz. Offering an eclectic blend of acoustic and electric classic rock tunes. Free, 5pm. Glass House Winery, 5898 Free Union Rd., Free Union. glasshousewinery.com
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SPIRITED JAZZ Celebrating the release of her first album On a Clear Day, Ali Webb performs an afternoon of scintillating jazz carried by superb vocals. Webb, an engaging storyteller, shares the personal tales behind many of her songs as she weaves humor and heartache into original tracks and genre standards. Pianist Wells Handley, bassist Randall Pharr, and drummer Brian Caputo accompany Webb, performing new arrangements of works by jazz composers including Dave Frishberg, Rodgers and Hammerstein, and others. $22–27, 4pm. The Front Porch, 221 E. Water St. cvillejazz.org September 16 – 22, 2026
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“Will The Real Slim Shady Please Stand Up?”: Eminem as Political Football. Loren Kajikawa, professor of music history & culture at George Washington University, examines how Eminem’s music and legacy remain open to being adopted by both Democrats and Republicans. Free, 3:30pm. Old Cabell Hall 107. music.virginia.edu
Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival: OneHour Community Concert. The event reflects the festival’s belief that live music can bring people together across generations and backgrounds, fostering connection through shared artistic experience. Free, 12:30pm. The Paramount Theater, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. theparamount.net
Tara Mills Band. Blending folk, bluegrass, and Americana. Free, 5:30pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. potterscraftcider.com
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Boot Scootin’ Boogie Nights. Experience ’90s country music performed by supergroup Neon Rainbow. $23, 8pm. The Southern Café & Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com
Beyond the Levys: Jewish History & Monticello. Explore Charlottesville’s rich Jewish history through the lens of one of its most prominent landmarks, with ACHS Executive Director Olivia Brown. $35–50, 4pm. The Greencroft Club, 575 Rodes Dr. greencroftclub.com
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals. One of the most versatile and brave songwriters of a generation fearlessly works in a cross-section of genres ranging from pop, reggae, and soul to blues, rock, funk, and folk. $84–107, 8pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. jeffersontheater.com
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Bomar & Ritter. Singers, songwriters, and guitarists play original folk/pop. Free, 5pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. ducardvineyards.com
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Militarie Gun. An absurdist guide to the intersection of self-destruction and self-belief through rock ‘n’ roll. With Softcult, Shady Nasty, and Dazy. $25, 7pm. The Southern Café & Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com Model House. Neo-folk songwriting collective laden with homeschooled autists and criminals. Free, 8pm. The Stage at WTJU, 2244 Ivy Rd. wtju.net Rivanna Roots: Larry Keel Duo. Award-winning flatpicker teams up with Winston Mitchell on mandolin and acoustic guitar. With Brennan Gilmore & Andy Thacker. $17–20, 6:30pm. Rivanna River Company, 1520 E. High St. frontporchcville.org The Cows. Rock as reggae, reggae as ska, and ska as rock after too much Grateful Dead. Free, 5:30pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. potterscraftcider.com SUPPLIED PHOTO
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The Inclinators. High-energy quartet delivering a danceable, soulful sound that blends a timeless spirit of the past with a modern twist echoing the warmth of vinyl. Free, 6pm. Chisholm Vineyards at Adventure Farm, 1135 Clan Chisholm Ln., Earlysville. chisholmvineyards.com The La Da Das. A three-part-harmony acoustic trio finally fulfilling lifelong dreams of being traveling troubadours. Free, 2:30pm. Albemarle CiderWorks, 2545 Rural Ridge Ln., North Garden. albemarleciderworks.com
Dancing with the Dead Cyril Neville keeps up his family’s musical tradition on the road BY DAVE CANTOR
The Pollocks. An indoor pub-style show with first-come seating, general admission standing, and plenty of room for dancing. $10, 7pm. The Batesville Market, 6624 Plank Rd., Batesville. batesvillemarket.com The Wavelength. Bring your dancing shoes for this full-band performance. Free, 5pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwood farmandwinery.com Three Notch’d Road Baroque: Cello Joy. A program of string chamber music by Italian cello virtuoso Luigi Boccherini, whose Spanish-influenced style delights the ear and charms the heart. $35, 4pm. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 7599 Rockfish Gap Tpk., Greenwood. tnrbaroque.org Winegrass. Nelson County Americana. Free, 8pm. Dürty Nelly’s, 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. durtynellyscharlottesville.com
stage Dear Evan Hansen. See listing for Friday, September 18. $25–40, 3pm and 7:30pm. Belmont Arts Collaborative, 221 Carlton Rd. Ste. 3. venturestage company.org Goat Rodeo’s Back to Cool Improv Night. The coolest night of impromptu comedy in Charlottesville. $5–15, 7pm. Light House Studio: Vinegar Hill Theatre, 220 W. Market St. lighthousestudio.org The Tempest. See listing for Friday, September 18. $45–75, 2pm and 7:30pm. American Shakespeare Center, 10 S. Market St., Staunton. american shakespearecenter.com
words New Dominion Storytime. Readings from recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Free, 11am. New Dominion Bookshop, 404 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. newdominionbookshop.com Poetry Reading: Susannah Nevison and Christopher Kondrich. Nevison reads from her latest work, and Kondrich reads from his new collection. Free, 7pm. New Dominion Bookshop, 404 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. ndbookshop.com Revolutionary Stories of Albemarle County. Historian Eric Johnson gives a talk rooted in local firsthand accounts of the Revolutionary era, followed by a Revolutionary-Era Transcribe-a-Thon. Free, 11am and 12:30pm. Central Library, 201 E. Market St. jmrl.org
classes Beginner Book Binding. Take a few pieces of scraps and transform them into your very own, personalized journal. Ages 12+. $45, 10am. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappy elephant.com Creative Writing Workshop. Participants explore this year’s Writer’s Eye selections through close looking and thoughtful writing prompts. Free, 1pm. The Fralin Museum of Art at UVA, 155 Rugby Rd. uvafralinartmuseum.virginia.edu Garden Basics: Planting Out Cool Weather Crops. Delve into the specifics of selecting the right crops, preparing the garden bed, and managing the unique challenges that come with cool weather gardening. Registration required. Free, 10am. James Monroe’s Highland, 2050 James Monroe Pkwy. highland.org CONTINUED ON PAGE 34 PUBLICITY PHOTO
Cyril Neville of The Meters and The Neville Brothers performs Grateful Dead tunes at the Jefferson on September 21.
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yril Neville performed alongside his siblings in The Meters and The Neville Brothers for decades. Now, the vocalist and percussionist is the only sib still touring and performing on a regular basis. But his legacy—and that of his brothers—has filtered down through decades. As a way to attract some new fans while sating those who have stuck around for years, the 77-year-old Neville is taking a novel approach on his current tour, Cyril Neville Plays the Dead. Beginning in the late ’60s, Neville’s older brothers performed and recorded with him, first as a solo act, eventually incorporating the vocalist and percussionist into The Meters’ lineup. After joining the band, he contributed to landmark recordings like “Struttin’” and “Cabbage Alley.” The experience also served as a gateway to performing in The Neville Brothers, a group that counted hits like “Healing Chant” and “Sister Rosa,” for more than two decades. The Nevilles’ cultural legacy had been secured, but in the ’80s, the siblings also shared the stage with the Grateful Dead—a band already covering some Meters material in its live sets. “What intrigued me was the fact that they were packing these auditoriums but hadn’t had a [studio] record out in 10 years,” says
Neville. “All of this was happening before the internet. That was really fascinating to me that these guys obviously don’t only have it together on stage.” The vocalist and percussionist credits music impresario Bill Graham for featuring both acts on a single bill, including at a twoday Mardi Gras celebration in 1986 at one of the Dead’s favorite venues, Oakland’s Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center. Neville says there was an immediate spark on stage with Jerry Garcia and company. “I was pretty surprised to find out that the band had been playing our music before we even started the musical relationship,” he says. “The audience was already familiar with our music. And from the first time we were on stage together, I felt that same kind of kindred spirit that I felt on the stage with my brothers and the guys in our band—who were also family.” The mutual appreciation extended for decades and included a performance at the Arrington, Virginia, Lockn’ Festival in 2018, when The Nevilles were joined on stage by late Dead guitarist Bob Weir. It also extended to the studio: Garcia played guitar on the brothers’ 1987 Uptown album, and the Nevilles released a cover of “Fire on the Mountain” as a single in 1996.
Jesse Jarnow is an author who also hosts “Deadcast,” a podcast focused on Grateful Dead history. He says the groups’ camaraderie potentially stems from each being a dance band. “Practically, what that meant was that the Nevilles could open multiple nights for the Dead, and their sets were varied and exciting enough that Deadheads who went to all of the nights would also be excited to see multiple sets by the Nevilles,” Jarnow says. “There’s a scene report from the Dead fanzine, ‘The Golden Road,’ where they complain one of the later openers wore their welcome thin over a few shows, contrasting them with the more beloved Nevilles.” Neville was struck by Dead fans’ dedication to the ensemble and was awed by Shakedown Street—pop-up markets that invariably sprung up outside the group’s shows. He also recognized the close-knit community that had developed around Garcia and the Bay Area band. It’s why he conceived a tour built around his interpretations of the Dead’s music. “I saw where these people followed the Dead—this was their life,” says Neville. “They were raising their children, following the Dead. And it was the freest people I’ve seen before or since.” But Neville’s still writing and recording music of his own. In July, he released Don’t Wait Til I’m Gone, a batch of new tunes that continues to revel in New Orleans R&B, but with lyrics reflecting on a road-tested life in the music business. The title track, which Neville wrote with his brother Art, includes the line, “Give me my flowers while I can still smell ’em.” “Two of my brothers have already gone on to the big second line in the sky, and I’m still here,” says Neville. “So, having the opportunity to do the song with [my brother], it’s got all kinds of special connotations for it. You know, everybody’s going to take that ride. Ain’t no doubt about it.” Regardless of what setting the Nevilles played in, they were evangelical about the joyous and spontaneous possibilities of improvisation. The music on this tour will likely change from date to date, insinuating tunes from his latest recording and an assortment of takes on classic Dead tunes. “There’s enough negativity to go around,” Neville says, discussing the run of shows. “So, we want to spread some positivity, the same way we did back in those days.”
“They were raising their children, following the Dead. And it was the freest people I’ve seen before or since.” CYRIL NEVILLE C-VILLE.COM
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Paint your Pet. Paint a beloved pet. Learn how to mix colors and experiment with different watercolor methods to achieve the desired effect. Ages 18+. $35, 3pm. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappyelephant.com
ACING IT Grammy Award-winner Madison Cunningham comes to town in support of her latest folk-rock album. The Ace Tour sees Cunningham reflecting on love lost and found, and navigating the highs and lows of heartbreak. The California native known for her songwriting and guitar prowess expands her multi-instrumental skill set by leaning into piano-playing on the new album. Singer-songwriter Julia Cumming, frontwoman for the Brooklyn-based band Sunflower Bean, performs in support. $39.05, 8pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. jeffersontheater.com
etc. Charlottesville City Market. Explore fresh produce, local foods, and handmade goods from 100+ area vendors. Free, 9am. Charlottesville City Market, 100 Water St. E. charlottesville.gov Fall Into Fun. Celebrate apple season and the opening of the pumpkin patch with festive, fall-themed entertainment to keep the good times rolling. Free, 9am. Chiles Peach Orchard, 1351 Greenwood Rd., Crozet. chilesfamilyorchards.com Fralin Fun Day. Welcoming community members of all ages for a variety of free art-making activities and refreshments. Free, 11am. The Fralin Museum of Art at UVA, 155 Rugby Rd. uvafralinartmuseum. virginia.edu Hoofin It for Horses Open House at Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue. Get outdoors for a great cause. Explore hiking trails and take a self-guided tour to meet amazing equines and dedicated volunteers. Free, 9am. Castle Rock Farm, 2080 Castle Rock Rd., Afton. hopeslegacy.com Monticello Moments: Fall Family Days. Enjoy the sights, flavors, and fun of fall with hands-on activities for kids, including Archaeology in Action, Mountaintop Activity Center, 5 Senses in the Garden, and more. Included with admission, 10am. Monticello, 1050 Monticello Lp. monticello.org New Makerspace Interest Meeting. An open house sharing ideas for a new community workshop for members to learn skills and access the tools needed to turn ideas into finished projects. Free, 10am. CreatorHub, 305 E. Water St. Rhythm & Roots: Storytime and Music. A morning full of rhythm and movement, reading from Connie Schofield-Morrison’s I Got the Rhythm, then grooving into a family music workshop led by guest musician Alison Crockett. Donations encouraged, 10am. Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, 233 Fourth St. NW. jeffschoolheritagecenter.org September Family Studio Day. Make teeny tiny masterpieces with family and friends inspired by “Teeny Tiny Trifecta 9.” Exhibiting artists on hand to inspire and answer questions. Free, 10am. Second Street Gallery, 115 Second St. SE. second streetgallery.org
Sunday 9/20 music Ali Webb. Charlottesville Jazz Society and WTJU present an afternoon of live jazz featuring vocals, original songs, standards, humor, and storytelling. $22–27, 4pm. The Front Porch, 221 E. Water St. frontporchcville.com An Lár Traditional Irish Music. Fast-paced jigs and full throttle reels alternating with lyrical waltzes and melancholy airs. Free, 2pm. The Batesville Market, 6624 Plank Rd., Batesville. batesvillemarket.com Faculty Artist Series: .thrum. The University of Virginia Department of Music opens its Faculty Artist Series with a performance by a dynamic new contemporary chamber music collective based in Charlottesville. Free, 3:30pm. Old Cabell Hall. music.virginia.edu Gabriel Goldstein, Erik “Red” Knierem, & Alex Norman. Virginia singer-songwriters perform original acoustic songs. Free, 2pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. potterscraftcider.com
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Pat Anderson. Roots rocker with tough-minded country-rock sensibility. Free, 2pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. ducard vineyards.com The Trio. Dan Barrale, Bill Edmonds, and Eric Franzen play jazz. Free, 1pm. Chisholm Vineyards at Adventure Farm, 1135 Clan Chisholm Ln., Earlysville. chisholmvineyards.com The Wavelength. Originals, covers, and classic instrumentals. Free, 1pm. Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard, 594 Merrie Mill Farm, Keswick. merrie millfarm.com Three Notch’d Road Baroque: Cello Joy. Kicking off its 16th season with a program of string chamber music by Italian cello virtuoso Luigi Boccherini, whose Spanish-influenced style delights the ear and charms the heart. $35, 4pm. Grace Episcopal Church, 5607 Gordonsville Rd., Keswick. tnrbaroque.org Willie DE. A solo acoustic performance featuring bluesy rock sounds. Free, 2pm. Glass House Winery, 5898 Free Union Rd., Free Union. glass housewinery.com Willie Nelson & Family. With a seven-decade career, Nelson has earned every conceivable award as a musician and amassed reputable credentials as an author, actor, and activist. $60–80, 7pm. Ting Pavilion, 700 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. tingpavilion.com
stage Met Live in HD: Twenty Years of the Met in Cinemas: An Anniversary Celebration. A celebration of the Met’s two decades of onstage glory as experienced in movie theaters, featuring highlights from the company’s collection. $13–19, 1pm. The Paramount Theater, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. theparamount.net The Tempest. See listing for Friday, September 18. $45–75, 2pm. American Shakespeare Center, 10 S. Market St., Staunton. americanshakespearecenter.com
classes Knit and Learn. Hear UVA Environmental Sciences graduate students/fiber artists share their research while working on your own knitted project. Free, 2pm. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappyelephant.com Oil Painting for Everybody: Landscapes. Learn oil painting in an approachable and organized format. Topics include color mixing, composition, values, simplification, and edges. Ages 14+. $45, 2pm. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappyelephant.com Paint + Sip: Hydrangea Wine Glass. Paint the supplied design on a wine glass in a step-by-step format. No experience necessary, all materials included. $40, noon. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. blueridgebrushes.com
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etc. Eastwood Music Bingo. Listen to your favorite music, match the songs to the titles on your music bingo cards, and win great prizes. Free, 2pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarmandwinery.com Fall Into Fun. See listing for Saturday, September 19. Free, 9am. Chiles Peach Orchard, 1351 Greenwood Rd., Crozet. chilesfamilyorchards.com Landscapes on Film: Care, Placemaking, and Belonging on Black Land. Seven filmmakers make Black descendant lands, stewardship practices, and cultural landscapes visible through their work. Free, 2:30pm. Light House Studio: Vinegar Hill Theatre, 220 W. Market St. lighthousestudio.org
Monday 9/21 music Cyril Neville Plays The Dead. Two-time Grammywinning icon enters a new chapter of his creative life. $33–45, 8pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. jeffersontheater.com Mdou Moctar. Inspired by YouTube videos of Eddie Van Halen’s six string techniques and traditional Tuareg melodies, Moctar mastered the guitar which he built himself, and created his own burning style. $32.70, 8pm. The Southern Café & Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com Ramona Martinez. Local favorite serenades with her signature mix of country western and mariachi. Free, 5:30pm. The Fitzroy, 120 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. thefitzroycville.com Vision’s Open Mic Monday. Bring your chops and get down. Free, 7pm. Vision BBQ & Catering, 247 Ridge McIntire Rd. visionbbqcville.com
words Landscapes on Film: Care, Placemaking, and Belonging on Black Land. A conversation between seven filmmakers whose work makes visible endangered African American cultural landscapes. Free, 5pm. Campbell Hall 153: School of Architecture at UVA, 110 Bayly Dr. arch.virginia.edu Profs & Pints: Facing Fascism. On the history, hallmarks, and lingering power of a deadly ideology, with Kevin Matthews, professor of history at George Mason University. $13–17, 5:30pm. Graduate Charlottesville, 1309 W. Main St. profsandpints.com Pursuits of Knowledge: Judy Woodruff and Jamelle Bouie on Freedom of the Press. A timely evening program exploring the state—and future—of the American press. $15–20, 6pm. Monticello, 1050 Monticello Lp. monticello.org
classes Crafter Hours. Connect with other crafters. Bring a work in progress from home or be surprised by a sup-
plied beginner-friendly craft. Ages 16+. $5, 6pm. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappyelephant.com
etc. Trivia on Tap. General knowledge with special themed-days on the third Monday of the month. Hosted by the amazing Olivia. Free, 7pm. Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 520 Second St. SE. threenotchdbrewing.com
Tuesday 9/22 music Driving Sideways. Surf-rock-inspired rock ‘n’ roll. Free, 7pm. Dürty Nelly’s, 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. durtynellyscharlottesville.com Rainbow Kitten Surprise. Finding harmony in unpredictability, weaving together lyrical poetry, hummable melodies, and a rush of instrumental eccentricities. With Cigarettes @ Sunset. $61–84, 8pm. Ting Pavilion, 700 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. tingpavilion.com Rapture Open Mic Night. Hosted by The Open Mic Music Exchange/Nicole Giordano. Free, 9:30pm. Rapture, 303 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. rapturerestaurant.com River Shook. Delivering a fiery fusion of country music and rock ‘n’ roll. With Sally Rose. $25, 8pm. The Southern Café & Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com Tuesday Jazz with Jeff Massanari. A cast of great players joins the guitar virtuoso. Free, 6:30pm. Rapture, 303 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. rapturerestaurant.com
words Craft Talk: M. NourbeSe Philip. Poet and Kapnick Distinguished Writer-in-Residence gives a craft talk titled “Assembling the Fragments; Composing the Unknowable.” Free, 5pm. UVA Bryan Hall 229A, Cabell Dr. creativewriting.virginia.edu
classes Fiber Arts Fan Club. For the crocheters, knitters, felters, embroiderers, needleworkers, tatters, quilters among us. Bring your current work in progress and get crafty. Free, 6:30pm. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappyelephant.com
etc. Geeks Who Drink Trivia. Good trivia, good times. Teams of two to six people compete to win prizes like gift certificates and pint glasses, plus bragging rights. Free, 7pm. Firefly, 1304 E. Market St. fireflycville.com Vision’s Comedy Open Mic Tuesday. Sharpen your set or just hang out for the laughs. Free, 7:30pm. Vision BBQ & Catering, 247 Ridge McIntire Rd. visionbbqcville.com SUPPLIED PHOTO
Feeding frenzy
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Fundraisers, game day, and sold-out sushi filling our plates BY SARAH GOLIBART GORMAN
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ave they got a meal for you! Meals on Wheels of Charlottesville/Albemarle’s annual Music for Meals returns on September 30 at Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery in support of homebound neighbors facing food insecurity and isolation. The fundraiser offers the biggest dining prize in town—more than $2,500 in gift cards to area eateries including C&O, Duner’s, Fleurie, Feast, and Tavola—going to one giant raffle winner. Buy auction and event tickets in advance at cvillemeals.org.
Tea time, naturally With Ethos Wine & Tea closing (see below), we’ll take our tea-party consolation where we can get it. Florosa is now hosting a seated tea service at JBird Supply on the last Saturday of every month, with vintage china, gardengrown teas, seasonal pastries, and pan dulce. The $25 menu includes five treats like dulce de leche tart, tomato tea sandwiches, and fig tres leches. Reservations at byflorosa.com.
Gold, silver, and suds Beer may be laid-back, but judging it is serious business. The Virginia Craft Brewers Guild’s 2026 Virginia Craft Beer Cup drew 347 entries and 36 judges, 94.4 percent of whom hold official BJCP certification. That’s the Beer Judge Certification Program, basically the sommelier exam for people who prefer pints. This year, Selvedge Brewing’s Batiste took Best of Show Gold, followed by The Answer Brewpub’s Rauchpause with Silver and Port City Brewing Company’s Optimal Wit with Bronze. Fine Creek Brewing Company was named 2026 Virginia Brewery of the Year.
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wine-paired farm-to-fork dinner for two on November 6. Tickets at chefwill.org/fundraising/pippin-hill.
Game day’s got twang UVA football is going to Duke’s mayo country ahead of the September 19 matchup against West Virginia. The Spot and Jack Brown’s are taking on the promo with signage, foam fingers, Tubby plushies, and mayo-fied menus, plus serving up specials with Duke’sslathered sandwiches and burgers.
Openings The Hideaway Daniel Kaufman is adding a third restaurant to his Charlottesville lineup. The Public Fish & Oyster and Black Cow Chophouse owner is taking over the former Tonic space on Market Street with The Hideaway, featuring a raw bar, small plates, a serious wine list, and cocktails. Public Fish & Oyster executive chef Johnny Garver will captain the new kitchen. More details at hideawaycville.com.
Sanga Omakase Chef Yoshihiro Tauchi is back, but good luck trying to dine with him. Sanga Omakase, his new six-seat sushi counter tucked inside North American Sake Brewery, opened August 19 and is already booked through the end of the year. After Omakase Obscura closed with Vitae Spirits in February, Tauchi returns with two seatings Thursday through Saturday and a menu that puts the brewery’s koji and kasu to work. Join the waitlist at sangaomakase.com.
Speeds Public Brazos Tacos co-owner Peter Griesar is expanding his restaurant footprint in a new venture at 111 E. Main St., the former home of Bonny & Read and Brasserie Saison. The name? Speeds Public. The vibe? The food? The opening date? Griesar is keeping it very hush-hush, but we’re listening.
Bonchon Bonchon has landed on West Main Street, making Charlottesville officially home to the Korean fried chicken chain’s 500th location worldwide. The South Korean franchise is known for double-fried chicken brushed to order with sauces like soy garlic, spicy, and yangnyeom, plus bibimbap, japchae, and tteokbokki. Don’t skip the Korean donuts, served with sweet cream for dipping.
Closings Ethos Wine & Tea
Veritas Supper Series: Harvest & Truffle Dinner. The annual Supper Series concludes with a Burgundy truffle supper rooted in Italian cuisine. Enjoy an elegant dinner celebrating one of the world’s most prized ingredients, thoughtfully paired with Veritas wines. $150, 6:30pm. Veritas Vineyards and Winery, 151 Veritas Ln., Afton. veritaswines.com
SATURDAY 9/26 In Fine Company: A Garden Party at the Botanical Garden of the Piedmont. Present Company Wine and Fine Creek Brewing offer a laid-back summer evening with local wine and craft beer, and elevated Mexican street food provided by Richmond’s TBT El Gallo. Family- and kid-friendly. Free entry, 4pm. Botanical Garden of the Piedmont, 950 Melbourne Rd. drinkpresentcompany.com Seafood Saturday at DuCard Vineyards. Nomini Bay Oyster Ranch provides fresh oysters from the Northern Neck: raw, steamed, grilled, and with toppings. Steamed shrimp and non-seafood items are also available. Music by South Canal Street. $12–20, noon. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. ducardvineyards.com
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Bubbles & Waffles. Enjoy a delicious sparkling brunch that’s perfect for a date or a group of friends looking to catch up. $33, noon. Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Rd., Madison. revalationvineyards.com
After more than three decades, Chandler’s is closing. The family-owned bakery, a Charlottesville fixture since 1992, will cool its last cakes on September 29, citing rising costs. The Facebook comment section is already a greatest-hits reel: radio bars, mocha drip cake, cannoli cake, pecan sticky buns. If you have a favorite, now’s the time for one last bite.
SUNDAY 9/27
THURSDAY 10/1 Tavola Dinner Series: Alla Sicilia! The first in a new dinner series celebrates the food and wine of Sicily. The five-course menu includes lobster, tuna, and wild boar dishes paired with a range of Sicilian wine producers, from the quintessential to the experimental. $165, 6pm. 826 Hinton Ave. tavolavino.com
SATURDAY 10/3 13th Annual Fried Chicken Festival. Known as the “Chicken Leg Center of the Universe,” Gordonsville celebrates its history every year with a full day of fried fun, including live music and market booths. Free entry, 10am. 112 S. Main St., Gordonsville. townofgordonsville.org
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Tiffany Nguyen’s community-minded Ethos Wine & Tea closed on September 7, but this isn’t a goodbye so much as a regroup: Nguyen says she’s exploring new ways to bring wine, tea, and community together around town. In the meantime, private event inquiries will be accepted for a limited time through ethoswineandtea.com.
Just in time for apple season, Bold Rock announced that it’s bringing back the fanfavorite Honeycrisp cider, made to taste like fall in a glass: bright apple flavor, a juicy finish, and a very approachable 4.7 percent ABV.
The Chef William-Allen Peterson Culinary Arts Foundation is teaming up with Pippin Hill for an online raffle benefiting underresourced public school culinary programs. Prizes include private chef ’s table seats, vineyard experiences, and wine packages, with the grand prize being a five-course,
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SUNDAY 10/4
Meals on Wheels’ annual fundraiser features the massive Restaurants Rock prize package of over 25 local dining experiences.
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Perfect Pasta: Pasta-making Class & Gourmet Wine Lunch. A delicious journey into the world of fresh pasta guided by chef Kelvino Barrera. Learn how to make tortellini, then enjoy a full three-course meal of your pasta creations, along with wine pairings. $135, 11am. Mockingbird, 421 Monticello Rd. c-villebites.com
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DOWN WHAT’S DELISH AT LOCAL WINERIES?
Happy Harvest to All! We have released our 2024 Shannon Hill Red. A blend of 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Petit Verdot. Notes of black raspberry, cherry and fresh violet with a soft mineral finish. It will go well with barbecued beef and red-sauced Italian dishes! Medium bodied with supple tannins. We are working through our vineyards, and most varieties have recovered well from the April freeze which makes us hopeful for this year’s harvest, even though it will be lower than expected. And as always in farming, we look forward to next year! We hope to see you at the winery. Our wines are not from a recipe. But in cooperation with nature, our wines are built on elegance and nuance through our winemaker’s knowledge and intuition. We are a winery that just wants to be a winery. And if that is not enough, you’ll meet our friendly and wine enthusiastic, tasting room staff! What’s happening at FiftyThird Winery and Vineyard in September Thursday, September 17- Louisa Business Expo hosted by the Louisa County Chamber of Commerce Saturday, September 19- Live music by Bomar&Ritter (1-4 pm) and the Blue ridge Pizza Co. food truck Saturday, September 26- “The Harvest Table at 53rd” at 1:30 pm with live music by Paulo Franco from 1-4 pm (advanced ticket purchase required on Tock!) Cheers!
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2024 Popham Run Red This lively and bright Bordeaux blend showcases aromas of fresh cherries and uplifting herbal notes. The mouthfeel is harmonious, vibrant, and fresh – pairing perfectly with your Sunday brunch and light fare. Cheers! We are open 7 days a week throughout the month of September with live music every weekend. Visit our website and our social media pages for the most up to date listings of our upcoming live music and events!
Fall Seafood Saturday at DuCard Oh yeah! Our Fall Seafood Saturday at DuCard Vineyards is back! Nomini Bay Oyster Ranch will be providing the freshest and most delicious oysters from the Northern Neck: raw, steamed, grilled, and grilled with toppings. They will also be offering steamed shrimp and non-seafood items! Throw in the music of South Canal Street and add the beautiful mountain and vineyard views, and you have a day made in heaven! So, grab a bottle of wine, some fine oysters, find a seat, and enjoy a great afternoon at DuCard. Admission tickets are $12 in advance and $20 at the gate. Ticket includes a souvenir logo wine glass to take home! Wine Club members should email Beth@ducardvineyards. com for reservations. Purchase your tickets here: https:// ducardvineyards.com/event/fallseafood-saturday-at-ducard-withoysters-more-oysters-and-livemusic-2/ Saturdays & Sundays- Live music every Saturday and Sunday through the month! Come to DuCard for the afternoon with family and friends and enjoy a variety of live music (no cover). Bring a picnic or select some local fare from our lite noshing menu to pair with our awardwinning wine for a fun afternoon in our amazing mountain setting.
Open Daily Mon-Thurs 12-5 Fri 12-9 Sat/Sun 12-6 Second Sat each month 12-9 40 Gibson Hollow Ln Etlan, VA 22719 (540) 923-4206 www.ducardvineyards.com
EARLY MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS At Early Mountain, harvest brings a new energy to the table. Our worldclass wines meet the incredible bounty of the season, with justpicked produce from nearby farms shaping menus that change as autumn unfolds. Reserve your table indoors or out and experience our latest releases alongside an à la carte menu or seasonal wine-paired prix fixe. Tasting Room Hours Thursday–Monday: 11:00 AM–5:30 PM Fridays: 11:00 AM–8:00PM SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL SECTION
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EASTWOOD FARM AND WINERY Virginia Oyster & Wine Celebration | Every Friday Enjoy our Virginia Oyster & Wine Celebration every Friday night this Spring! The oysters are prepared by Salty Bottom Blue. Enjoy them in a relaxed, fun atmosphere with live music from 5-8pm on the stage in our tasting room. Porch Nights | Every Thursday (NEW!) There’s something about a porch at golden hour that makes the world slow down in the best possible way. At Eastwood Farm and Winery, we’re leaning into that feeling all season long with Porch Nights — our weekly Thursday gathering featuring outdoor live music and an easygoing atmosphere. Grab a seat on our covered veranda or at one of our many picnic tables, relax with the sparkly lights overhead, fireflies in the fields, and a glass of porch-sipping wine in hand - join us for your new favorite Thursday tradition. Bring the family, the dog, a few friends, or just yourself. No reservations, no cover — just good music, good company, and spring evenings done right.
doesn’t love a competitive game of Bingo? Music Bingo brings together the best of both worlds for a high energy game that is fun for everyone. Simply listen to the music, match the songs to the titles on your music bingo cards, and win great prizes! Paint & Sip | Sunday, September 20th and October 25th from 122PM (open 12-5PM) Grab a glass of wine (or your favorite drink!) and let your creativity flow in our relaxed and fun Paint & Sip classes. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a first-time painter, the talented instructors of Blue Ridge Brushes will walk you through the painting process as you create your own masterpiece. Ticketed Event - Reserve Your Spot On Our Website Oktoberfest (every Saturday and Sunday September 5 - October 31) Every Saturday and Sunday this Fall, Eastwood is bringing you all the cozy, festive vibes with a lineup of flavor, fun, and celebration featuring delicious food truck specials, raffles, live music and traditional Oktoberfest beer. And the fun doesn’t stop after the weekend. You can enjoy a special Oktoberfest menu in the tasting room every day of the week featuring Germaninspired delights, including our Flammkuchen, Bacon Maple Pecan Brie and loaded potato soup seven days a week. Check out our website for full food truck and tasting room menus. Chamber Music Festival| September 16th at 7:30 (doors open at 6:00 PM for food and beverage purchases) Presented in partnership with Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival. As evening settles over the winery, this concert offers an inviting journey through the sound world of American composers. With light fare and beverages available for purchase beforehand beginning at 6:00pm, the experience combines conviviality and contemplation— beautiful music unfolding in a cozy space designed for listening and lingering. Ticketed Event - Reserve Your Spot On Website
Musicians: Raphael Bell, Jennifer Frautschi, Judith Gordon, Simone Porter, Raman Ramakrishnan, Dov Scheindlin, Tim Summers Fall Family Day and Harvest Party Market | Sunday, Oct. 18 (12-5PM) Join us for face painting, kids craft activities, live music, an artisan market and the Oktoberfest Food Truck. MUSIC AT EASTWOOD! Join us for the popular Porch Nights every Thursday with live music on the veranda and Eastwood After Dark on Saturdays featuring upbeat, danceable music from 5-8pm (in addition to our more mellow Saturday afternoon music program). Eastwood also hosts a range of live performances by talented local and regional musicians every Friday night and Sunday afternoons. See the Winery Calendar on our website for details. Every Thursday (open 12-8PM): Porch Nights Live Music on the Veranda 5-8PM Every Friday (open 12-8 PM): Live Music and Virginia Oyster & Wine Celebration, every Friday 5-8PM Every Saturday (open 12-8 PM): Live Music 12:30-3:30PM + Eastwood After Dark with Live Music 5-8PM Every Sunday (open 12-5 PM): Live Music or Music Bingo (See the Winery Calendar on our website for details.) Also Open Monday through Wednesday 12-5 PM and Thursday 12-8PM What about the kids? Kids can share in the experience with their own juice tasting flights and cheese boards! OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Winery Hours: Sunday-Wednesday (125 PM); Thursday-Saturday (12-8 PM) We look forward to welcoming you to our tasting room, seven days a week. Join us for award-winning wines, beer, and cider, as well as a delicious lunch/dinner menu. Escape to Virginia Wine Country,
Pet friendly and large groups are welcome. Ample indoor and outdoor seating. Rt 20 near the intersection with Avon Extended (5 mi from Downtown Mall) Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434) 264-6727 www.eastwoodfarmandwinery.com
KESWICK VINEYARDS September at Keswick Vineyards! September brings the best of late summer and early fall to Keswick Vineyards! Enjoy beautiful vineyard views, cooler evenings, live music, delicious food, and plenty of reasons to gather with friends and family. Open 7 Days a Week Join us all week long! Enjoy extended hours every Wednesday evening during Wine Down Wednesday from 5:30–8:30 PM, featuring live music, delicious food, and your favorite Keswick wines. Live Music Every Saturday | 12–4 PM Spend your Saturdays enjoying great wine, live local music, and beautiful vineyard views. Barrel & Board Food Truck | Wednesday–Sunday | 12 PM– Close Enjoy handcrafted bites perfectly paired with your favorite wines. Last food orders taken 30 minutes before closing. Make the Most of September As summer winds down and fall approaches, September is the perfect time to gather with friends, enjoy the vineyard, and savor a glass of your favorite Keswick wine. Virginia’s Most Rewarding Wine Club Exclusive benefits. Incredible discounts. Special events. Our wine club is now fully customizable while still offering all the benefits you love! Choose the wines you want and enjoy all the perks of being part of the Keswick family. We can’t wait to welcome you to the vineyard this September! Hours: Open 7 Days a Week Sunday–Tuesday & Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM Wednesday | 10 AM–8:30 PM Friday–Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM Food, flights, and open bottle service end 30 minutes prior to closing daily 1575 Keswick Winery Drive Keswick, Virginia 22947 Tasting Room: (434) 244-3341 ext 105 tastingroom@keswickvineyards.com www.keswickvineyards.com
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pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. Enjoy it alongside oysters or shrimp with a squeeze of lime, where its bright acidity sharpens and refreshes the palate. Its offdry style also makes it an excellent companion for Indian cuisine, roasted vegetables, and a variety of seafood dishes. Whether you’re planning an early fall dinner, gathering with friends, or simply enjoying a glass on the patio, this Riesling offers the perfect balance of freshness, fruit, and subtle sweetness.
MERRIE MILL FARM AND VINEYARD 2024 Reserve Petit Verdot We’re thrilled to present our 2024 Petit Verdot — a bold red that thrives in Virginia’s unique climate and soils. This exceptional vintage received special treatment: over a year of French oak barrel aging followed by additional bottle rest to marry the flavors. On the nose and palate, it opens with concentrated dark stewed fruits — black cherry and plum — that segue into an earthy, savory midpalate. Gentle waves of toasted French oak lend soft vanilla and a whisper of baking spice, while fine-grained tannins and a lingering blackpepper finish give structure and length. Rich and complex now, this Petit Verdot will continue to develop gracefully over the next decade. Friday Sundowner’s Free Music Series- every Friday from 5:30-8:30pm, through October. Friday night we love to create a family friendly atmosphere, supporting local up and coming musicians from all over Virginia, offering a full food menu, and our award winning wines while enjoying the beautiful sunset over our western facing vines and music from our talented artists. Sundays Blues and Jazz-1:004:00pm every Sunday, through October, featuring the best local Jazz and blues musicians, the perfect way finish the weekend relaxing on our patio with wine and great company.
9/27: Sunday Jazz and Blues 1:004:00pm- John D’earth 594 Merrie Mill Farm Keswick, VA 22947 (434) 365-3006 www.merriemillfarm.com
PRINCE MICHEL VINEYARDS September is a beautiful time to slow down, welcome the changing season, and enjoy the flavors of Virginia Wine Country—and Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery is the perfect place to do just that. Nestled in the heart of Virginia Wine Country and proudly womanowned, Prince Michel combines rich winemaking tradition with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that invites you to relax, reconnect, and savor every sip. This month, we’re featuring our Rapidan River Semi-Dry Riesling, a crisp and lively wine that is perfectly suited for the transition from summer into fall. Made from 100% Riesling and aged in stainless steel, it opens with inviting aromas of green apple, lime zest, and white peach, accented by subtle floral notes. On the palate, vibrant citrus and orchard fruit flavors are complemented by just a touch of residual sweetness, leading to a clean, refreshing finish with a precise, mineral-driven edge. Versatile and food-friendly, Rapidan River Semi-Dry Riesling
9/18: Sundowners Music Series 5:30-8:30pm- Mercy Creek 9/19: Blooms4Good Bouquet workshop 12:00-1:00pm
Upcoming Events & Weekly Specials Live Music every Friday–Sunday (lineup available on our website) Trivia every Monday, 6:00–7:30 p.m. Tuesday Beer & Wings Specials Happy Hour every Thursday, 3:00– 5:00 p.m. Open 7 days a week starting at 11:00 a.m. 154 Winery Lane, Leon, VA 22725 (540) 547-3707 www.princemichel.com A Woman-Owned Business
VIRGINIA WINE COLLECTIVE Expanded Hours, Wine, Beer and Pizza Join us at Eastwood Farm and Winery’s new production facility and downtown bar and lounge featuring a pizza shop menu, beer on tap, and winemaker wine flights. The Collective is now open every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 5-10PM with revamped loft and shuffleboard. Upcoming at the Collective:
Paint & Sip | Thursday September 24th (6-8PM) (Open 5-10PM) Grab a glass of wine (or your favorite drink!) and let your creativity flow in this relaxed and fun class. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a first-time painter, the talented instructors of Blue Ridge Brushes will walk you through the painting process as you create your own masterpiece. Ticketed Events Reserve Your Spot On the Virginia Wine Collective Facebook Page or the Eastwood Website. Mahjong with Mountain Mahj: Open Play | Thursday, September 17th and Thursday, October 15th 6-8:30PM (open 5-10PM) Details to be announced On the Virginia Wine Collective Facebook Page and the Eastwood Website or contact gabrielle@ eastwoodfarmandwinery.com Production Tours and Guided Tastings We look forward to welcoming guests to the Virginia Wine Collective for tours and guided tastings. Please email our Wine Collective Coordinator, Gabrielle Thomas, if you would like to schedule a tour or guided tasting. She may be reached at gabrielle@ eastwoodfarmandwinery.com Large Party Reservations Interested in making a large party reservation for your group? Reach out to mary@eastwoodfarmandwinery. com to book. About the Collective Eastwood designed the Virginia Wine Collective to include nine winemaker suites and an incubator alongside the main production area. The suites provide a space where independent winemakers can anchor a license and make their wines. The Collective has been designed to reduce the costs associated with independent winemaking, and thereby support further innovation and talent in the Monticello AVA. Over 21 Policy You must be over 21 to visit the bar, lounge and dining room at the Collective. Current Winery Hours Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 5-10PM 1585 Avon Street Extended Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434) 264-6727 https://eastwoodfarmandwinery.com/ virginia-wine-collective/
Winemaker Karaoke | Every Other Wednesday, September 16th & 30th, October 14th and 28th from 7-9PM (karaoke is only upstairs; downstairs bar and dining room still open as usual 5-10PM)
9/20: Sunday Jazz and Blues 1:004:00pm- Wavelength 9/25: Friday Sundowners Music Series 5:30-8:30pm- Johnathan Paige Brown September 16 – 22, 2026
September Wine of the Month Special: Enjoy 15% off single-bottle purchases, 20% off for Wine Club members, or 35% off when you purchase 3 or more bottles of Rapidan River Semi-Dry Riesling. Discounts do not combine.
Winemaker Pop-Ups | Select Fridays 6-8PM (Open 5-10PM) Enjoy free samples and tour the facility with some of our independent winemakers on Fridays! Check out events on our website: (https:// eastwoodfarmandwinery.com/ virginia-wine-collective/) and Facebook page as we will be adding more dates.
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Join us up in the loft at the Collective every other Wednesday evening. No cover required.
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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY FOR FUN By Rob Brezsny
Libra
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The Real You and the SemiReal You have been embroiled in a showdown with the False You. This is as tough and heroic a struggle as you’ve had to deal with in quite some time, though it has often been subtle and partially cloaked. I am of course rooting for the Real You and the Semi-Real You to emerge victorious from the conflict, though I also hope you don’t feel the need to humiliate and crush the False You. That part of you has sometimes served a valuable purpose and doesn’t deserve to be trashed. And what will become of the Semi-Real You after this drama is finished? I suggest you give it a modest place in your repertoire. Like the False You, it sometimes proves to be useful.
Scorpio
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Hummingbirds can fly backward. They’re the only birds capable of sustained reverse flight. This requires extraordinary wing flexibility and energy expenditure, but it gives them access to nectar that forward-only fliers have more difficulty sampling. Let’s treat this as a useful metaphor for you in the coming weeks, Scorpio. It may be that your progress and success won’t always come from advancing. Some rich resources may require the equivalent of reverse flight. Consider returning to conversations you thought were finished, revisiting places you’d mentally filed away as “done,” and extracting value from sources you’ve already passed by.
Sagittarius
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In chemistry, catalysts are substances that accelerate reactions without being consumed in the process. A tiny amount of catalyst can dramatically transform how quickly elements combine. An example is the enzyme catalase in our cells, which breaks down hydrogen peroxide (a byproduct of our metabolism) into water and oxygen millions of times faster than it would decompose on its own. I believe you are now in a phase when your catalytic powers are at a peak, Sagittarius. Be careful where you point that potency of yours! Make sure you really want to change what you’re capable of changing.
Capricorn
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Every species adapts to its surroundings. Even harmful microbes evolve over time in order to survive. Syphilis, for instance, was once ferociously swift and deadly, but that intensity limited how far it could spread. So a gentler strain gradually evolved that allowed its hosts to live longer and pass it on more widely. Let this serve as a metaphor for how you handle your dark moods, odd compulsions, and brief bouts of craziness. Befriend the mild, manageable versions of these states and give them space to be felt and understood. Over time, the
(Aug. 23-Sept.22): If I were writing this horoscope for the Gun Lovers’ Gambling Porn website, I might counsel my Virgo readers to maintain strict control over their wickedness, debauchery, and decadence. Why? Because now is a time when vices and VIRGO sins are even more likely than usual to sow chaos and spawn big messes. However, since you are reading my oracle in a more genteel publication and are almost certainly a refined person of high integrity, I’m confident there will be minimal uproar if I dare you to tap into your raw animal energy and unruly instinctual nature. I believe it’s time to at least experiment with wilder aspects of your deep self. harsher, more destructive versions will lose ground and fade from power.
Aquarius
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Paleontologists know that some dinosaurs traveled in herds with a specific formation: the most vulnerable members gathered in the center, protected by stronger individuals on the perimeter. It was a savvy way to run things, ensuring the group would thrive. I hope you’re willing to borrow some dinosaur wisdom, Aquarius. The coming weeks will be a good time to apply it to your own life. Who or what needs protection? What vulnerable projects or relationships deserve to be surrounded and shielded? Are you willing and able to use your strength to guard what’s tender and growing? Be a shepherd, a steward, a defender.
Pisces
(Feb. 19-March 20): In ancient times, Hawaii’s Coconut Island was renowned for its healing powers—but on one condition. Those who sought its medicinal help couldn’t just expect the local spirits to do all the work, but had to take part in awakening the magic. Legend tells us that a seeker could be cured by swimming three times around the island. This participatory approach to healing mirrors your current situation, Pisces. You are close to a source of renewal, but if you hope to unlock its full strength, you must coax it out with your ingenuity.
Aries
(March 21-April 19): Realities you’ve been oblivious to will soon pop into view. Hints and signals you’ve been unconsciously pushing away will start flocking toward you.
A lingering emotional numbness will thaw, and surges of feelings will pour into your awareness. Warning! At first, it may feel like an overload: too much sopping wet data arriving too quickly for you to organize or interpret. If you’re willing to be patient and focus on slowly metabolizing the influx, though, the apparent chaos will ultimately weave itself into a luminous web of new understanding.
Taurus
(April 20-May 20): In Peru’s Andean mountains, Indigenous and smallholder farmers cultivate a rich diversity of potato varieties, continuing a farming tradition rooted in the crop’s domestication thousands of years ago. Each variety thrives in slightly different soil, altitude, and climate. By planting many types at once, the farmers ensure that at least some crops will flourish no matter what conditions arise. I suggest you apply this way of thinking to your own life in the coming weeks, Taurus. Diversify your efforts instead of depending on a single plan or expectation. Plan for multiple small initiatives that will evolve with unique growth patterns.
Gemini
(May 21-June 21): In biology, many organisms survive harsh or unpredictable conditions by entering dormancy. This is a reversible state of greatly reduced metabolism and development. Seeds, spores, and the dormant stages of some small animals can remain viable for years until cues such as water, temperature, light, or nutrients signal that conditions are favorable again. Then they can resume growth, development, or activity, often rapidly. I susC-VILLE.COM
pect you may experience a comparable upsurge in the coming weeks, Gemini. A project or aspiration that seemed inert may reawaken and reignite.
Cancer
(June 21-July 22): Novelist Kurt Vonnegut advised us to try some task that scares us every day of our lives. That may be a viable experiment for a Scorpio like him, but is it a wise prescription for us Cancerians, who like to feel secure and protected? Normally, I would say no. I’d recommend that you and I dare ourselves to wrestle with one of our fears no more than once per month. But the coming weeks may warrant a departure from our typical rhythms. I suspect we can fortify our long-term safety and peace through more frequent encounters with unpredictable episodes that rouse our hidden reserves of courage.
Leo
(July 23-Aug.22): The ancient Greeks believed that the goddess Harmonia presided over the blending of opposites into balanced beauty. Her dad was the god of war and her mom the goddess of love, so she had a lot of practice. In her line of work, tension between different forces could produce elegant unity rather than conflict. In alignment with astrological omens, I’ve appointed Harmonia to be your guardian angel in the coming weeks, Leo. I urge you to call on her dynamically and frequently. Rifts and splits and divisions that have never before been possible to heal are now swayable by the collaborative efforts of you and the goddess. C Expanded weekly audio horoscopes and daily text message horoscopes: RealAstrology.com, (877) 873-4888
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FOR AN ORDERCALLING A REFERENDUM ELECTION ON AN ADDITIONAL LOCAL GENERAL RETAIL SALES TAX
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Case No. CL26-438 ORDER CALLING REFERENDUM ELECTION There having been presented to the Court a Petition and certified copy of a resolution adopted by the Council of the City of Charlottesville, Virginia, on July 20, 2026, requesting ·that this Court order a referendum election in the City on the question of levying an additional local general retail sales tax, the revenues of which would be used solely for capital projects for the construction or renovation of public schools serving the City; and It appearing to the Court that the resolution has been duly adopted, that the request is in proper order, that the proposed ballot question is stated in plain English, and that the requested election date conforms to Virginia Code § 24.2-682; It is hereby ADJUDGED, ORDERED, AND DECREED as follows: l. The resolution is approved and shall be filed in this proceeding. 2. The regular election officers ofthe·City shall, on November 3, 2026, that being a Tuesday, the date of a general election, and a date not less than 81 days from the entry of this Order, hold a referendum election in accordance with Virginia Code§§ 24.2-681, 24.2-682, 24.2- 684, and 58.1-605.l(A), and take the sense of the qualified voters of the City on the question of whether the City may levy an additional local general retail sales tax to fund capital projects for the construction or renovation of public schools serving the City. 3. The General Registrar shall prepare and distribute ballots posing the following question in substantially the following form: SPECIAL REFERENDUM ELECTION ADDITIONAL LOCAL SALES TAX FOR SCHOOL CAPITAL PROJECTS November 3, 2026 Shall the City of Charlottesville, Virginia be authorized to levy a local general retail sales tax at a rate not to exceed one percent (1 % ), the revenues of which shall be used solely for capital projects for the construction or renovation of public schools serving the City of Charlottesville, and which shall expire on June 30, 2046? [ ] Yes
[
] No
4. The election shall be conducted, the ballots printed, marked, and counted, and the returns made and canvassed as in other elections. The Secretary of the City of Charlottesville Electoral Board shall certify the results to the State Board of Elections, to this Court, and to the Council of the City of Charlottesville. 5. A certified copy of this Order shall serve as the Writ of Election. The Sheriff of the City of Charlottesville shall forthwith serve a certified copy ofjthis Order upon the Secretary of the City of Charlottesville Electoral Board and shall make return to this Court that the writ has been executed. 6. The Clerk of this Court shall cause a certified copy of this Order, preceded by the caption “Notice of Local Sales Tax Referendum Election,” to be published in a newspaper having general circulation in the City once a week for three consecutive weeks prior to the election, as required by Virginia Code § 58.1-605.1 (A)(2)(b). 7. The Clerk of this Court shall immediately send a certified copy of this Order to the State Board of Elections and shall also provide certified copies to the General Registrar and the Secretary of the City of Charlottesville Electoral Board. The Clerk shall provide copies to the Charlottesville Clerk of Council and the Charlottesville City Attorney. ENTERED this 22nd day of July, 2026
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