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NEWS

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9 With Biden bowing out of the 2024 presidential election, new questions arise.

10 Family seeks answers following pedestrian fatality.

13 Real Estate Weekly: The city and the county embark on simultaneous projects.

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25 The Works: A Paramount Theater exhibition shines a light on historical inequalities

27 Small Bites: High spirits at Virginia Cocktail Games, an award-winning rosé, and some due “dill”-igence.

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Last Christmas, three of my best girlfriends and I got an Airbnb off Jefferson Park Avenue for a BFF slumber party. We ate too much, we laughed too hard—and that was all before our Alley Light dinner reservation! After we’d licked our plates clean of the Mr. Reche, we were headed back out to our car when, crossing South First, we ran right into a Rivian trying to back out of the dead end onto Water Street. The five of us—the driver of the vehicle plus my girlfriends and I—did a little “You go! No, you go!” dance before we finally insisted pedestrians have the right of way and bolted across. Once to the other side, we looked back: The guy driving the Rivian? Dave Matthews.

“Dave Matthews almost ran me over once!” (Hey, good stories deserve a little embellishment.)

7.24.24

Not to brag, but I’d seen him in person before (it’s kind of a rite of passage for locals, no?). For my three friends who came from out of town, though, this celeb sighting would end up being repeated at any DMB-related opportunity. And it may or may not have morphed into

It’s fun to feel like you have a connection to someone on an (inter)national stage. Here in Charlottesville, there are many opportunities to feel that way—this week especially, as we prepare to watch 21 local athletes compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics. The editorial staff debated running a story on the competitors after the games had concluded, but we decided instead to give you a comprehensive run-down to consult as you cheer on your team. Even if you might not know these folks directly (or they’ve never almost run you over and then taken you out for ice cream and gifted you their Rivian…), you’ll read enough facts to fool any out-of-towner into thinking you’re personally acquainted. Read the feature on page 18, then brag, brag, brag.

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“It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President. And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term.”

—President Joe Biden in a post on X/Twitter on July 21, announcing his decision to end his bid for reelection

NEWS

IN BRIEF

Termination trend

Theta Chi’s Fraternal Organization Agreement has been terminated by the Office of Student Affairs at the University of Virginia. The decision affirms that a hazing incident from March violates Adam’s Law, a piece of Virginia anti-hazing legislation from July 2022. Per the Hazing Misconduct Report published on July 2, Theta Chi may not seek re-establishment until the 2028-29 academic year, provided that it halt all public and private “underground” operations. The report found that Theta Chi engaged in hazing, including coerced servitude and other embarrassing or harmful acts.

Charges dropped

Trespassing charges have been dropped against Islamic Studies Associate Professor Dr. Noah Salomon, who was arrested by Virginia State Police as they forcibly dissolved a pro-Palestine encampment at the University of Virginia in May. Salomon acted as an unofficial facilitator between students and UVA police prior to the escalation. He is the sixth person of the 25 people arrested for trespassing to have his case dismissed. “May [the] dismissal of my case be an occasion for us all to demand that the University of Virginia and all universities never again summon a small army to suppress peaceful student protest,” he told CBS19.

Humane hope

Habitat For Humanity of Greater Charlottesville is hustling to put together a bid for the Carlton Mobile Home Park after a $7 million offer was made by an unknown source. Residents have a 60-day window, which ends on August 6, to counter the initial offer. Carlton residents have collectively signed a petition that allows Habitat to make an offer on behalf of the park. Signatures have exceeded the 25 percent quota of households required by the Virginia Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act, but the status of the counter offer remains uncertain.

Game changer

Local perspectives on Biden dropping his reelection bid

By Catie Ratliff reporter@c-ville.com

In an unprecedented move, President Joe Biden announced on July 21 that he is ending his bid for reelection. The president has endorsed his former running mate and current Vice President Kamala Harris for the nomination, but much is still up in the air ahead of the Democratic National Convention next month.

Since entering the Senate more than 50 years ago, Biden’s political and personal careers have been defined by his perseverance.

“I thought that his mentality was, ‘Okay. I could get through this just like I got through everything else in the last 50 years,’” says Miles Coleman, associate editor of Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia.

“He was obviously talked out of that.”

While doubts about Biden’s candidacy have plagued the entirety of his 2024 bid for reelection, it was the June 27 debate against Donald Trump that likely shifted the Democratic Party’s calculations, according to Coleman.

“You could very plausibly argue that that is the most consequential presidential debate in our history,” he says. “The coalition of voters he had, I would argue, wasn’t as much of a pro-Biden coalition as it was anti-Trump.

I think that was part of it. He was thinking, ‘Okay, well, am I the one who can best beat Trump?’ … I think one of the big favors he did was right off the bat he endorsed Harris.”

A recent article from Sabato’s Crystal Ball— published on July 18, three days before Biden’s announcement—details the president’s declining polling numbers and increasingly “grim electoral future for Democrats.”

In the article, Coleman and Crystal Ball managing editor Kyle Kondik assert that increasingly shaky polling around Biden, especially in crucial swing states Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Nevada, and Arizona, makes the gamble of switching to Harris more attractive.

“Harris, to me, is a little untested in terms of being on the national stage and having to actually win votes,” says Coleman. “I’m really not sure if she is going to play in the Midwest, which, in my mind, that’s probably going to be the region that’s going to decide the election.”

Existing polling on Harris shows the vice president slightly outperforming Biden with Democratic core groups, specifically women and minorities. Her numbers are slightly lower with men, but the aforementioned core groups have the real potential to make or break Democrats’ bid for the presidency, according to Coleman.

While another member of the party could mount a rapid campaign against her for the position, the vast majority of the Democratic establishment has quickly gotten behind Harris.

A number of state and local Charlottesville Democrats have expressed their support for Harris and respect for Biden, including Sen. Tim Kaine, Sen. Mark Warner, Rep. Abigail Spanberger, state Sen. Creigh Deeds, and Del. Amy Laufer.

“As I have been saying for weeks, President Biden is a patriotic American who has always put the needs of our country ahead of himself. … His decision today reflects the same patriotism that George Washington and Teddy

Roosevelt demonstrated when they selflessly put their country above their own political ambitions,” shared Kaine in an official statement shortly after Biden’s announcement. “I’m looking forward to working with my friend Kamala Harris and a great ticket mate to keep Virginia blue so that we can continue to build on our progress.”

With Harris now the presumptive Democratic nominee for president, the question of her running mate remains. At press time, a formal selection for the Vice President spot on the ticket has not been made, but a few names and trends have emerged.

“Something that we talk about often when it comes to picking the vice president is the idea of balance,” says Coleman. “At this point, I think it would be a big shock if [Harris] doesn’t end up picking another white male to replace Biden.”

Among the most likely contenders for the job are North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, Ken-

Charges have been dropped against UVA professor Noah Salomon.

President Joe Biden was first elected to public office in 1970.

Stay awhile

Seeking answers

Family of deceased Nassau Street pedestrian speaks out

By Andrew Hollins

After Edward Anderson, 42, of Charlottesville lost his life in a car versus pedestrian collision in the Belmont neighborhood on July 6, a flurry of speculation erupted on Facebook about the details of the incident. After marching through downtown Charlottesville on July 21 with friends and family to raise awareness around the suspicious circumstances of his death, Waynesboro resident and Anderson’s first cousin Sherise Eubanks is speaking out about the incident in hopes that public awareness will bring some answers.

“We have to find out what really happened before we’re going to be able to move on,” she says. “If he did something wrong, I can accept that. But until we know for sure, none of us are going to find any closure.”

The accident took place near the 700 block of Nassau Street, an area Eubanks described as being known for having an unsavory reputation, particularly when it comes to the sale of illegal drugs. The mostly minority residents of the area have been reluctant to offer their assistance and testimony to the police for a variety of reasons, not the least of which has been the tension between the Black community and law enforcement in recent years.

“Our community has been let down so many times by the system,” Eubanks says. “People don’t talk to the police as much as you might think.”

The day following the incident, the Charlottesville Police Department issued a press release stating that the driver of the vehicle, who was identified only as an adult female, claimed Anderson attacked her and that she struck him with her vehicle as she attempted to flee. Anderson’s family has found this narrative to be dubious and criticized CPD’s handling of the case, including the release of the driver’s allegations against Anderson to the media prior to the family being informed.

“We didn’t know what happened at first,” Eubanks says. “They said that [the crash] happened at 7:34[pm], but the family didn’t find out until some other friends and family called us around 9:30[pm] … But at that point, we still really didn’t know anything about what happened. No one told us about [the driver’s allegations]; his mother had to find out about it in the news.”

Eubanks also lamented the lack of reliable information, as well as the reluctance of the people she spoke to who claimed to be potential witnesses to the event.

“We were hearing lots of stories, and I kept telling people to talk to the police,” she says. “Telling me won’t do any good, because it’s hearsay.”

CPD Chief Michael Kochis said in a press conference on July 15 that the incident remains an open investigation.

“If he did something wrong, I can accept that. But until we know for sure, none of us are going to find any closure.” SHERISE EUBANKS

“This tragedy has not only shaken two families, but also our community,” said Kochis. “In an attempt to communicate why there was not an immediate arrest, we put out preliminary information based on independent eyewitness accounts and initial evidence on the scene. Some may have taken this release as an indication that a conclusion had been reached in less than 24 hours. That is not true.”

Kochis also stated that his office was aware of the many claims being made on social media and in the community. He mentioned one post specifically, which has since been deleted, in which the user alleged that the driver backed over Anderson after hitting him before leaving the scene. Kochis said that when detectives followed up with the individual who posted it, it was determined to be community speculation and not a firsthand account from an eye witness. Kochis asked for the community to refrain from speculation out of respect for the families.

Eubanks says that Anderson is being unfairly judged because of his criminal history, which includes charges of drug possession, distribution, and assault.

“My cousin wasn’t a saint,” she says. “But that just doesn’t make any sense to me. It’s like if you have a record, then you’re the wrong [type of] person to get help from the police. People can say anything they want about you and they’ll believe it.”

In a statement following the accusations from Anderson’s family, Kochis issued the following via email:

“We have been briefing the family weekly and will continue to brief them as this open investigation continues. Any details about the investigation will be relayed to the family prior to being released to the public.”

Follow-up text messages with Eubanks indicate that the family has obtained the services of attorney Ben Crump, who has represented families in high-profile cases like those of Trayvon Martin and Ahmaud Arbery, as they continue to pursue answers. A request for comment from Crump was not immediately returned.

The family has started a GoFundMe to assist Anderson’s elderly mother with funeral costs. Donations can be made at gofundme.com/f/support-edwards-childrenand-memorial.

The incident in question took place near the 700 block of Nassau Street in the Belmont neighborhood.

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“Now

the oldest person to ever run in a presidential general election is going to be Donald Trump because he’s older right now than Biden was in 2020.”

MILES COLEMAN, ASSOCIATE EDITOR AT SABATO’S CRYSTAL BALL

tucky Gov. Andy Beshear, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, and Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly. All four are white men with good electoral track records in politically purple states.

Cooper has quickly emerged as a potential frontrunner for the VP pick, having won twice in a state that went for Trump in 2016 and 2020. The governor is also at the end of his eligibility, presently serving his second consecutive term in office, which removes pressure to keep him in his current role to oppose statelevel Republican efforts.

Moving to Kentucky, Beshear stands out as a younger contender for the running mate position. The 46-year-old won his bid for reelection to the governorship last year, winning 52.5 percent of the vote against Republican challenger Daniel Cameron.

Beshear also has local ties, having earned his law degree from UVA in 2003.

In Pennsylvania, Shapiro recently came into the national spotlight in the wake of the failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump at an outdoor rally. “He won some bipartisan praise about how he handled the assassination attempt on Trump last week, at least how he set the tone for the aftermath of the assassination attempt,” says Coleman.

Republicans and Democrats praised Shapiro for his quick response, intentional and prompt release of information, conversations with state representatives, and call to the family of Corey Comperatore in the aftermath of the assassination attempt. Comperatore was killed in the shooting, sitting in the section immediately behind Trump.

Cooper, Beshear, and Shapiro have all served as state attorney general at some point in their careers, something the three share with Harris. Coleman highlighted that Democrats could potentially use a ticket with two former attorneys general on it to push back against Republican law and order appeals.

Kelly is also a potential contender for the VP spot but a less likely pick compared to the aforementioned governors. While he could help turn out voters given his popularity in his home state, Kelly is also only in his first term as a senator.

Looking more locally, Coleman says it’s unlikely either Virginia senator will be named as Harris’ running mate. “The biggest strike against Kaine (or Warner) is that Youngkin would appoint a replacement,” he says. “A Virginia pick is just a lot less attractive to Democrats this time around compared to 2016.”

Regardless of who ends up as Harris’ running mate, Coleman speculates that the election is still going to be close. “To me at least, in terms of the electoral map, the Democrats are going to have to win those

three midwestern states (Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin).”

Though switching to Harris might be a gamble this late in the election cycle, the move and its timing have several potential upsides for Democrats.

“For much of this year, the Trump campaign had been preparing to run against Biden, and now that’s kind of shuffled up,” says Coleman. “Had Biden announced this time last year that he wasn’t running, then this whole last year the Republicans would have turned their fire on Harris.

I’m sure they are going to still very much be going after her now, but they only have four months.”

“One of the biggest criticisms of Biden, not just from Republicans, but from Democrats as well, is his age,” says Coleman.

“Now the oldest person to ever run in a presidential general election is going to be Donald Trump because he’s older right now than Biden was in 2020.”

Trump’s recently announced running mate J.D. Vance was also selected with a Biden ticket in mind. Rather than choosing a more moderate VP candidate or someone with different potential selling points, Trump “doubled down and went for Vance.”

Looking ahead, the next month will be especially crucial for Democrats. A divided Democratic Party come August would spell disaster, says Coleman, but that seems increasingly unlikely. “At least theoretically, [Harris’] biggest contenders for the nomination would have been people like Gavin Newsom and Gretchen Whitmer; they’ve kind of ruled that out,” he says.

“In terms of getting names on ballots … the point of no [return] is going to be more like late August, early September,” says Coleman. “That’s when the first few states start to print their ballots. There are some states, like Virginia, that give people 40 plus days to go vote early.”

Early voting for the November general election starts on September 20, 2024.

Vice President Kamala Harris broke the all-time single-day fundraising record, garnering $81 million for her campaign.

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It takes two

Two apartment complexes planned for either side of Albemarle/ Charlottesville border

By Sean Tubbs

Experience Matters

What happens when you build a pair of apartment buildings with hundreds of residents each on the busiest highway in the Charlottesville area? The community will find out in a couple of years if two proposed developments make their way through the process.

On July 16, the Albemarle Planning Commission held a public hearing on a rezoning for up to 165 units and two retail buildings at 1193 Seminole Trail. The site is currently home to the C’ville Oriental grocery store and two former automotive repair businesses that have recently closed.

Meanwhile, Charlottesville planners continue to review a proposal to redevelop 1185 Seminole Trail, the site of Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet. Keane Enterprises of Ashburn, Virginia, has submitted a site plan for 250 apartment units on a four-acre lot.

The projects’ proximity provides a unique test of the cooperation called for in the Comprehensive Plans for both jurisdictions. It is not often two parcels across the border redevelop simultaneously.

“The City and County coordinate on planning efforts, both at the staff level and through decision-making bodies,” reads the city’s plan.

Yet the Albemarle and Charlottesville planning commissions have not held a joint meeting for more than five years, a period in which both localities have been updating their respective development rules.

Albemarle Supervisors last updated their plan in 2015, and it makes several references to cooperation with the city, such as “affordable housing that is connected to community amenities, parks, trails, and services in the City,” as reads one strategy in the document.

Both projects are proceeding under older requirements to restrict rents for a certain percentage of units to make sure they are affordable to households with lower incomes. Thesis Living, the developer of the Albemarle parcel, filed their plans before Albemarle increased the number of units from 15 percent to 20 percent.

The Keane site plan was turned in to Charlottesville’s Department of Neighborhood Services before the effective date of the city’s new zoning. Those rules require 10 percent of units to be made available to households with less than 60 percent of the area median income.

The two buildings would be four storiestall and would be sited on either side of the border between the two localities, with driveways extending onto a 10-lane section of U.S. 29. Neither application acknowledges the role the other might play in addressing mutual issues such as transportation or stormwater management.

Children living in the Thesis Living complex would go to Albemarle schools and those in the Keane property would go to city schools, requiring two different sets of buses. Residents of 1185 Seminole Trail would be amid an island of commercial uses but might soon have new neighbors if one anticipated major redevelopment happens. Great Eastern Management Company, a local company with residential complexes such as Barclay Place and commercial shopping centers, has filed a site plan to redevelop the vacant Giant grocery store in Seminole Square Shopping Center with 350 units.

In one sign of the benefits of mutual planning, a pedestrian bridge across U.S. 29 at Zan Road will be finished in fall of 2025. This was one of several projects called for in a joint master plan for the overall area.

A 3D rendering of the latest version of a redevelopment project at 1193 Seminole Trail in Albemarle County. The Hibachi Grill property is within city limits and is slated for a four-story building with a proposed 250 units.

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BELLAIR

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BAILEY’S QUARTERS

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VIEW PROPERTY

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CRAIGS STORE RD

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of western Albemarle, this 76 acre parcel offers compelling views of the Blue Ridge Mtns., diverse terrain, and multiple estate-caliber building sites. 2 miles from Batesville Market, 15 miles from Charlottesville. Not under conservation easement. MLS#652337 $$975,000 Court Nexsen, 646.660.0700

COUNTRY GREEN RD

Modern living at a great value! Open-concept living on first floor w/bright great room, oversized kitchen, dining area and half bath. Upstairs, enjoy a primary BR with en suite, 2 additional BRs, full bath, and stackable washer/dryer. 2 off-street parking spots. Easy access to local amenities. MLS#654818

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HISTORIC STAUNTON

Meticulously renovated National Historic Register home, blending modern amenities with remarkable charm. 5-BR with tall ceilings, hardwood floors, stained glass windows, and trim. Quartz kitchen, magnificent primary suite, terrace apartment.

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MONTICELLO AVENUE

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Current Cavalier Mia Abello is making her Olympic debut on the U.S. women’s field hockey team.

THE CONTENDERS

21 local athletes head to Paris to compete for the gold

BY CATIE RATLIFF

The highly anticipated 2024 Paris Olympics kicks off July 26, with opening ceremonies officially starting at 1:30pm eastern daylight time. While the actual competition is an ocean away, Charlottesvillians will see several familiar faces representing Team USA and other countries on their small screens.

Equestrian

Local equestrian Will Coleman is returning to the games for the first time since his original appearance in 2012.

Coleman started riding—on a Shetland pony named TJ—after moving to Charlottesville at 6 years old.

After graduating from UVA in 2007, Coleman returned to competition and founded Will Coleman Equestrian, which he runs with his wife Katie Coleman. The business is based in Gordonsville, Virginia, and Ocala, Florida.

The equestrian has been named to the U.S. Olympic Eventing Team and will compete with his horse Off the Record. Eventing, also called Three Day Eventing, is split into three parts consisting of dressage, cross country, and show jumping.

Field Hockey

Current Cavalier Mia Abello will make her Olympic debut on the U.S. women’s field hockey team in Paris at 20 years old. She was named to the American national team before her first season at UVA and has excelled in the sport at both the collegiate and professional levels.

After competing in Paris, Abello will return to Grounds to start her second year this fall.

U.S. vs Argentina

Jul. 27, 1:45pm

U.S. vs Spain Jul. 29, 7:15am

U.S. vs Australia Jul. 31, 7:15am

U.S. vs Great Britain Aug. 1, 11am

U.S. vs South Africa Aug. 3, 7:15am

Bronze Match Aug. 9, 8am

Gold Match Aug. 9, 2pm

Rowing

Across the pond, alumna and former UVA Rowing captain Heidi Long will compete for Great Britain in the women’s eight. The 2024 games are her first Olympic appearance.

“Every day I’m trying to keep focused on rowing and what we are trying to achieve, but I also want to enjoy and feel the excitement of all these special moments,” Long told online magazine British Rowing. “Knowing that my friends and family will be in Paris to support the whole team will hopefully inspire and encourage us to have the best time of our lives.”

In the Paralympics, Sky Dahl will compete in Para Rowing 3 mixed four with coxswain. The PR3 category includes athletes with residual function in the legs and those with vision impairment.

Rowing

Event Heats Final A

Women’s Eight Jul. 28, 6am Aug. 3, 4:50am

Mixed Para Rowing

Event Heats Final A

PR3

Mixed 4+ Aug. 30, 6:10am Sept. 1, 6:30am

Swimming

The Charlottesville area will be well-represented in the pool this Olympics. University of Virginia Head Coach Todd DeSorbo is leading the American women’s team, which boasts an impressive five Cavalier competitors. Local highschooler Thomas Heilman will also be swimming for Team USA and is the youngest swimmer to make the men’s Olympic team since Michael Phelps in 2000.

Breaststroke

In her first ever Olympic appearance, UVA’s Emma Weber will represent Team USA in the 100-meter breaststroke event. Weber’s personal-best time of 1:06.02 is unlikely to get her to the podium, but anything is possible in this event, which online publication SwimSwam said is “proven to be unpredictable.”

Kate Douglass—whose image was displayed across the outside of the U.S. Olympic Trials arena—is among the favorites to take gold in the 200-meter breaststroke. Her biggest competition is expected to be defending winner Tatjana Smith of South Africa.

Butterfly

Walsh will make another appearance for Team USA in the women’s 100-meter butterfly and is likely to take gold after setting a new world record in the event at Olympic Trials this June. “Making the team was the biggest goal, but getting a world record was absolute insanity,” she told NBC Sports poolside at the Trials. “I couldn’t ask for a better first event of the meet.”

On the men’s side of the pool, Western Albemarle High School student Thomas Heilman will represent the U.S. in both the 100- and 200-meter butterfly. The 17-yearold is the youngest person on the American Olympic swim squad and made major waves when he qualified for two events at his first Olympic trials in June.

The up-and-comer faces steep competition in both of his events, with Kristóf Milák of Hungary expected to win the 100- and 200-meter races. Heilman’s personal best times in both events put him in the running for a spot on the podium, with a higher likelihood that he places top three in the 200-meter butterfly final.

Freestyle

Sprinting the 50-meter free is up-and-comer Gretchen Walsh, who made a major splash at the NCAA Championships and Olympic Trials earlier this year. The UVA fourth year is on the shortlist to make the podium in the event, though Sweden’s Sarah Sjöström is expected to comfortably take gold.

Walsh will also be swimming in the 100-meter race and is among a handful of serious contenders for the podium in that event.

UVA alum Paige Madden is the one to watch for the longer distance freestyle events, competing in the 400- and 800-meters. Madden has posted impressive times in both races and will represent the U.S. alongside living legend Katie Ledecky, who holds the world record in the 800.

Madden will be swimming an uphill battle to medal in both events amid a crowded competitive field.

Swimming

W 50M Free G. Walsh Aug. 3, 5am Aug. 3, 2:37pm Aug. 4, 12:30pm

W 100M Free G. Walsh Jul. 30, 5am Jul. 30, 3:25pm Jul. 31, 2:30pm

W 200M Free Canny (South Africa) Jul. 28, 5am Jul. 28 3:50pm Jul. 29, 3:41pm

W 400M Free Madden Jul. 27, 5am n/a Jul. 27, 2:52pm

W 800M Free Madden Aug. 2, 5am n/a Aug. 3, 3:08pm

W 100M Breast Weber Jul. 28, 5am Jul. 28, 3:10pm Jul. 29, 3:25pm

W 200M Breast Douglass Jul. 31, 5am Jul. 31, 3:51pm Aug. 1, 3:04pm

W 100M Fly G. Walsh Jul. 27, 5am Jul. 27, 2:30pm Jul. 28, 2:40pm

W 200M IM Douglass, A. Walsh Aug. 2, 5am Aug. 2, 3:22pm Aug. 3, 3:01pm

M 100M Fly Heilman Aug. 2, 5am Aug. 2, 3pm Aug. 3, 2:30pm

M 200M Fly Heilman Jul. 30, 5am Jul. 30, 2:42pm Jul. 31, 2:36pm

W 4 x 100M Free Relay Douglass, G. Walsh Jul. 27, 5am n/a Jul. 27, 3:34pm

W 4 x 200M Free Relay

Aug. 1, 5am n/a Aug. 1, 3:49pm W 4 x 100M Medley Relay

In the relay pool, the U.S. has a truly stacked lineup: Walsh and swimming superstar Kate Douglass, another UVA alum, will race on the 4 x 100-meter women’s freestyle relay, while Madden and Ledecky will lead the 4 x 200-meter women’s freestyle relay.

The U.S.-Australian rivalry in the pool will be on full display in the relay events, with Australia favored to take gold in the events. The Aussie roster for the women’s 4 x 200-meter free relay includes the two fast-

est women in the world in the event, Ariarne Titmus and Mollie O’Callaghan. China and Canada are also expected to have a good showing in the race.

In the international field, Aimee Canny will be competing on behalf of South Africa in the women’s 200-meter freestyle event. A current UVA student, Canny was part of the record-breaking 2023-24 women’s NCAA team. Canny will need to fight to pull off an upset, with Australia expected to sweep gold and silver in the race and Hong Kong’s Siobhan Haughey favored to win bronze.

Individual Medley

After an incredibly competitive race at Olympic trials, Douglass and Alex Walsh will represent Team USA in the 200-meter individual medley event in Paris.

Touching in just behind Douglass in the final, Alex Walsh not only earned a spot on her second Olympic team, but achieved a lifelong dream of making Team USA alongside her sister Gretchen at the Olympic trials.

“To have a sibling duo that is this elite … both going for the same Olympic dream is so rare,” Alex said ahead of Olympic trials. “We’re proud of each other no matter what.”

The 200-meter IM is a major toss-up, with both Douglass and Alex among the shortlist to take home the gold. Alex and Douglass won silver and bronze, respectively, in the event at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Team USA has not officially announced the roster for the women’s medley relay, but Douglass and Gretchen Walsh are both highly anticipated to swim the breaststroke and butterfly legs of the event, respectively. Whatever combination of swimmers the U.S. puts forward, the Americans are expected to sprint away with the gold in the relay.

UVA Swimmers could also appear in the mixed medley relay, but there has been no official information released about the makeup of that team. The U.S. has dominated the event in international competitions recently, with Douglass swimming on the gold-medal team that won top prize at this year’s World Aquatics Championships.

Following an incredibly competitive race at Olympic trials, UVA swimmers Kate Douglass and Alex Walsh (pictured) will represent Team USA in the 200-meter individual medley event.

Twenty-three-year-old Emma Navarro is riding a career-high rank of 15th in the world going into the Olympics.

Tennis

On the courts, Charlottesville will recognize Danielle Collins and Emma Navarro on Team USA. Both Hoos will play in the sin-

gles field, with Collins pulling double duty on the doubles roster.

Navarro—who left UVA to go pro after her second year—has reached new heights after upsetting tennis star Coco Gauff in the fourth round at Wimbledon. While she was knocked out in the quarterfinal by Jasmine Paolini of Italy, the 23-year-old is riding a career-high rank of 15th in the world going into the Olympics.

Also competing in singles, Collins had a strong showing at Wimbledon and is one to watch in Paris. The 2016 alum is currently ranked ninth in the world in singles by the Women’s Tennis Association and was previously ranked seventh in 2022, with the Olympics set to be her last major competition before retiring later this year.

In the doubles arena, Collins is ranked lower, currently positioned at 154th internally by WTA. She will compete alongside Desirae Krawczyk, who is 12th in the world.

As of press time, preliminary brackets for Olympic tennis events have not been released.

Singles Collins, Navarro Jul. 27, 6am

3, 6am

Doubles Collins Jul. 27, 6am Aug. 4, 6am

Track and Field

In the track and field arena (or, as it’s labeled on the Olympics’ website, Athletics) several Virginia alumni will be competing—but only one for Team USA.

On the American team, former Cavalier Bridget Williams, née Guy, will represent Team USA in the women’s pole vault following her win at U.S. Olympic trials.

“Being a first time Olympian is a huge honor that I will never take for granted,” Williams told Virginia Sports. “The United

States consistently [boasts] the top athletes in the world, and I am grateful I get to be a part of this year’s team.”

On the Jamaican team, Hoos Andrenette Knight and Jordan Scott are both making their first Olympic appearances at 27 years old.

A world-class athlete in the 400-meter hurdle and flat events, Knight has been named as an alternate and is among the relay pool. Jamaica’s track and field team are among, if not outright, the best in the world, so qualifying for the team is extremely competitive even for top-ranked athletes.

M Long Jump Scott (Jamaica) Aug. 4, 5am Aug. 6, 2:15pm

M Triple Jump Scott (Jamaica) Aug. 7, 1:15pm Aug. 9, 2:10pm

M Shot Put Mihaljevi´c (Croatia) Aug. 8, 4:25am Aug. 9, 1:40pm

W 100M* Hazzard (Grenada) Aug. 2, 4:35am Aug. 3, 3:20pm

W Pole Vault Williams Aug. 5, 4:40am Aug. 7, 1pm

W Discus Throw Anumba (Nigeria) Aug. 2, 12:55pm and 2:20pm Aug. 5, 2:30pm

Mixed 4 x 400M Relay Knight (Jamaica) Aug. 2, 1:10pm Aug. 3, 2:55pm

Soccer

Knight is currently ranked seventh in the world in the 400-meter hurdle event and finished fourth in the race at the Jamaican Olympic trials earlier this summer. She holds the school record in the event at UVA, which she set during her final year of NCAA eligibility in 2021.

Leaping into action, Scott will compete in the men’s long jump and triple jump for Jamaica. During his time at Virginia, Scott set school records which still stand today in both events.

“Coming from Jamaica, with such a rich history in the sport, I’ve grown to see how much these athletes were admired and cherished by my country and it is still surreal that I’ve finally achieved this goal and am receiving the same level of admiration as the individuals I once looked up to,” Scott told Virginia Sports.

Competing for Grenada, Halle Hazzard will sprint the women’s 100-meter dash at her first Olympic Games. She is one of only four athletes on the Grenada Olympic track and field team, with the Carribbean nation sending six competitors total to Paris this summer.

Hazzard currently holds the UVA record in the 100-meter dash at 11.20 seconds, set in 2019.

Virginia law student Ashley Anumba is also making her Olympic debut in Paris,

representing Nigeria in the women’s discus throw.

Ranked 35th in the world in her event, Anumba competed for University of Pennsylvania as an undergrad, then the Hoos during her first two years as a law student. After the Olympics, she is set to return to Charlottesville for her final year of law school. Also throwing his hat in the ring this Olympics, alum Filip Mihaljević will make his third Olympic appearance for Team Croatia in the men’s shot put.

Post-grad, Mihaljević has risen through the ranks to become one of the top shot put athletes in the world, currently ranked seventh internationally. He previously competed in the 2016 and 2020 Olympics and has placed progressively higher in his event at each Olympic Games.

Goalball

Competing on the American Goalball team, Matt Simpson is making his third Olympic appearance, vying for another medal after taking home silver in 2016 and coming just short of the podium in 2020. The sport is specifically made for visually impaired athletes, with competitors throwing balls with bells inside them into goals. Simpson graduated from UVA Law in 2020 and is a practicing attorney.

U.S. vs Zambia Jul. 25, 3pm

U.S. vs Germany Jul. 28, 3pm

U.S. vs Australia Jul. 31, 1pm

Match Aug. 9, 9am

Match Aug. 10, 11am

Stepping onto the pitch, Cavalier alum Emily Sonnett will play on the U.S. women’s soccer—or, as it’s listed on the Olympic website, football—team.

Since graduating from Virginia, Sonnett has had an action-packed professional soccer career. She is a member of the U.S. national team and was part of the squad that won the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Sonnett is already an Olympic medalist, winning bronze with Team USA at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

U.S. vs Brazil Aug. 30, 3am

vs France Aug. 31, 7:15am

vs U.S. Sept. 1, 7:15am

Match Sept. 5, 7:15am

Match Sept. 5, 1:30pm

Former Cavalier Bridget Williams will represent Team USA in the women’s pole vault.

CULTURE

THROUGH 8/4

FRANTIC THEATER

Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 thriller The 39 Steps, based on John Buchan’s 1915 novel, brought the director international recognition and launched his Hollywood career with its themes of love, death, and crime intertwining in a frenzied plot that moves at the speed of a bullet train. Heritage Theatre’s production of the hilariously suspenseful whodunit will leave audiences gripping their seats as four actors play more than 150 characters to tell the story of Richard Hannay’s vacation to London, hijacked when he meets an ill-fated spy and is falsely accused of murder. $15-40. Ruth Caplin Theatre, 109 Culbreth Rd. virginiatheatrefestival.org

FRIDAY 7/26

COOL IS DEAD

Grab your ogre ears, green glow sticks, and Lord Farquaad cape for the Shrek Rave. If you let out a hoot and holler for the Shrek 5 movie announcement, this party is for you and your fellow swamp-dwellers. Be the shooting star that breaks the mold in a glittering set with DJ mixes that allow you to unleash all of the Shrek jargon bouncing around in your brain (to the beat of Shreksophone). “It’s dumb just come have fun!” Day-of $27, 9pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. jeffersontheater.com

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DEAU IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Richmond-based alt-indie rock and pop performer Deau Eyes has made a name for herself, winning awards like the Newlin Music Prize for best album. The foundation of her success is rooted in a Southern upbringing and an exploration of country music that’s prodded cross-genre experimentation within her discography. Emerging from the same scene as Boygenius cofounder and Richmond pal Lucy Dacus, it’s clear why Deau Eyes’ blissfully raw sound landed her on NPR’s Slingshot list of up-and-coming musicians to watch. Free, 5:30pm. Ting Pavilion, 700 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. tingpavilion.com

Good... better... BEST!

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Wednesday 7/24 music

Beleza Duo. Funkalicious samba soul sung in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. Free, 7pm. The Bebedero, 201 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thebebedero.com

Karaoke. Sing your heart out at Fiorano Karaoke. Easy sign-up and a booming sound system. Free, 9pm. Fiorano Restaurant and Bar, 5924 Seminole Trail Ste. 101, Barboursville. fioranomediterranean.com

Karaoke. Downtown C’ville’s longest-running karaoke party. Hosted by Jenn Deville. Free, 9pm. Rapture, 303 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. rapturerestaurant.com

Mike Rosensky Trio. Live jazz every Wednesday. Free, 8:30pm. Miller’s Downtown, 109 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. millersdowntown.com

Open Mic Night. Open to all musicians, poets, and everyone in between. Hosted by Nicole Giordano. Free, 9pm. Holly’s Diner, 1221 E. Market St.

The Wavelength. Vintage rock and jazzy blues vibrations from staples of the C’ville music scene. Free, 6:30pm. The Whiskey Jar, 227 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thewhiskeyjarcville.com

classes

Paint + Sip. Learn a variety of techniques and skills to render a “tropical paradise” scene. Grab a cold wine slushie to go with this tropical design. $38, 6pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarmandwinery.com

etc.

Bingo. Free to play, fun prizes. Free, 6pm. Firefly, 1304 E. Market St. fireflycville.com

Bucket List Open Mic Improv. Audience members place suggestions into a bucket at the beginning of the show. Comedians come up and pull from the bucket and riff based on those suggestions. Hosted by Chris Alan. Ages 18+. Free, 6pm. The Southern Café and Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com

Silent Film: Sparrows Summer Silent Film Series. Sparrows (1926) starring America’s sweetheart, Mary Pickford. Mary must protect a group of orphans from an evil guardian. Free, 5:30pm. The Center at Belvedere, 540 Belvedere Blvd. thecentercville.org

SuperFly Run Club. Run around the city, then enjoy $5 pints. Raffles and exclusive merchandise to be earned. Free, 6pm. SuperFly Brewing Co., 943 Preston Ave. superflybrewing.com

The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension Peter Weller plays your typical rock star/neurosurgeon/ physicist fighting the whacked-out Dr. Lizardo (John Lithgow) and his reptilian minions. $10, 8pm. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 5th Street Station. drafthouse.com

Thursday 7/25 music

Berto and Vincent. Blending wild flamenco guitars with Latin and Cuban influences, Berto and Vincent wow audiences with their untamed style. Free, 7pm. The Bebedero, 201 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thebebedero.com

Karaoke. Sing karaoke with us at Firefly Restaurant + Game Room every Thursday. Reservations recommended. Free, 8pm. Firefly, 1304 E. Market St. fireflycville.com

Matthew O’Donnell. “The Blue Ridge Bard” is a cornerstone of the C’ville music scene. Free, 7:30pm. The Whiskey Jar, 227 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thewhiskeyjarcville.com

Matty Metcalfe and David Kulund. Live folk, country, and rock. Accomplished and versatile musician Matty Metcalfe joins singer-songwriter David Kulund. Free, 5pm. The Center at Belvedere, 540 Belvedere Blvd. thecentercville.org

Michael Mulvaney w/ Silent George. Enjoy live tunes with food and drink specials in addition to the regular menu. Free, 5pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarmandwinery.com

Mojo Parker. Groovin’ at Greencroft is back for another season of live and local music. All ages, open to the public. Free, 5:30pm. The Greencroft Club, 575 Rodes Dr. green croftclub.com

Nightingale Rodeo and Red Birds. Nightingale Rodeo and Red Birds are bringing their alternative-folk tunes to Charlottesville. Catch this live show to hear some unrecorded collaborations between the bands. Ages 21+. Free, 7pm. Dürty Nelly’s, 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. durtynellyscville.com

Ramona & the Holy Smokes. Join The Front Porch and Rivanna River Company for a night of honky-tonk under the stars at Rivanna Roots. $14–17, 5pm. Rivanna River Company, 1518 E. High St. afton tickets.com

Thursday Jam with Steve Lanza. Steve hosts a gathering where you are invited to come and play along. Free, 8pm. Fiorano Restaurant and Bar, 5924 Seminole Trail Ste. 101, Barboursville. fiorano mediterranean.com

Travis Elliott. Songs that you know and songs that you don’t. Travis plays originals and covers with thoughtful takes on classic and contemporary compositions. Free, 10pm. Rapture, 303 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. rapturerestaurant.com

stage

National Theatre Live in HD: Nye Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain’s welfare state. $12–16, 7pm. The Paramount Theater, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. theparamount.net

Shakespeare at the Ruins: The Comedy of Errors This beloved, nationally-acclaimed collaboration between Barboursville Vineyards and central Virginia’s longest-running community theater returns. $25, 7:30pm. Barboursville Vineyards, 17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville. barbours villewine.com

The 39 Steps. The Virginia Theatre Festival presents this hilarious and high-octane take on the classic Hitchcock whodunit. $15–35, 7:30pm. Ruth Caplin Theatre, 109 Culbreth Rd. drama.virginia.edu

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical Live Arts’ “Summer Teen Musical.” Expelled from school and sent off to the summer camp for half-bloods, troubled teen Percy—aka Perseus—Jackson discovers he’s a demigod. $16–20, 7:30pm. Live Arts, 123 E. Water St. livearts.org etc.

Disability Pride Month Trivia Night. Join the Office of Human Rights and Firefly Restaurant and Game Room in celebrating and learning about Disability Pride Month. Free, 6pm. Firefly, 1304 E. Market St. fireflycville.com

Little Naturalist Program. Bring your 3- to 5-year-old out to start learning about—and experiencing—nature. We ask that you pre-register for this free and fun program. Free, 10am. Ivy Creek Natural Area and Historic River View Farm, 1780 Earlysville Rd. ivycreekfoundation.org

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Friday 7/26

music

Bro Patrol. High-energy and hilarious cover songs from the depths of your cassette mixtapes. Free, 8pm. Ace Biscuit & Barbecue, 600 Concord Ave.

Cake Fight. Your favorite modern pop and classic rock in an absolutely stunning setting. No cakes will be harmed at this event. Free, 5:30pm. Hardware Hills Vineyard, 5199 W. River Rd., Scottsville. hardwarehills.com

Chickenhead Blues Band. Jumpstart your weekend with the sensational “New Orleans boogie-woogie, upbeat, rhythm and blues” sounds of the Chickenhead Blues Band. Free, 6pm. Glass House Winery, 5898 Free Union Rd., Free Union. glass housewinery.com

Erin Lunsford. Erin from Erin and The Wildfire brings her soulful sound to an exclusive summer residency at Charlottesville’s Forum Hotel. Free, 6pm. Kimpton The Forum Hotel, 540 Massie Rd. forumhotel charlottesville.com

Fridays After Five: Deau Eyes. Deau Eyes is an award-winning singer-songwriter/ producer performing with her full rock band. With Night Teacher. Free, 5:30pm. Ting Pavilion, 700 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. tingpavilion.com

Ian Gilliam and The Fire Kings. Rock ‘n’ roll, blues, rockabilly, and country tunes from Charlottesville, Virginia. Free, 9pm. Holly’s Diner, 1221 E. Market St. Josh Mayo and Alex Bragg. Josh Mayo and his group of great musicians provide wonderful music to enjoy the sunset with outside of Högwaller Brewing. Free, 6pm. Högwaller Brewing, 1518 E. High St. hogwaller brewing.com

Karaoke. See listing for Wednesday, July 24. Free, 9pm. Fiorano Restaurant and Bar, 5924 Seminole Trail Ste. 101, Barboursville. fiorano mediterranean.com

Matthew O’Donnell. Enjoy live tunes with your wine, cider, and beer along with a full menu of food options to choose from. Free, 5pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarmandwinery.com

Pat Anderson. Oklahoma-born, Virginiaraised singer-songwriter and roots rocker. Free, 5pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. ducardvineyards.com

Ramona Martinez. Get ready to kick up your heels for a honky-tonk good time. Free, 5:30pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. potterscraftcider.com

Slick Montgomery Band. Slick Montgomery Band is a blues- and bluegrass-inspired group located in central Virginia. Live music and delicious BBQ. Free, 8pm. Ace Biscuit & Barbecue, 600 Concord Ave.

The Judy Chops and Andrew Scotchie. For the past decade The Judy Chops have been wowing audiences with their deft musicianship and high-energy live shows. Andrew Scotchie rates as Asheville’s Angus Young. Free, 7pm. Pro Re Nata, 6135 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. prnbrewery.com

The Wavelength. Friday Sundowner Concert Series. Vintage rock, jazz, blues, and more from The Wavelength quartet. Free, 5:30pm. Merrie Mill Farm and Vineyard, 594 Merrie Mill Farm, Keswick. merriemillfarm.com dance

Shrek Rave. It’s dumb. Just come have fun. Who cares? Cool is dead. Ages 18+. $17–27, 9pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. jeffersontheater.com

Artistic activation

Paramount exhibitions highlight historical inequalities

By CM Turner arts@c-ville.com

On the 60th anniversary of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Paramount Theater launched a new exhibition series to draw attention to a painful period in United States history. The Third Street Box Office Project connects the theater to the work of acceptance, acknowledgment, and education around the legacy of racism and segregation in the city of Charlottesville, the South, and our nation as a whole.

“The goal of the Third Street Box Office Project [is] to reimagine the space in a way that allows our community to take pause and understand the magnitude of the history of this space,” says the theater’s Executive Director Julie Montross. “To reflect on the past injustices that the Civil Rights Act was meant to address and to look forward and consider the tremendous amount of work that still needs to be done. Our goal was also to invite the community to take an active role in this exercise.”

The theater opened in 1931 as a segregated building that required Black patrons to use a separate entrance on Third Street, restricting them to balcony seating with access to concessions and restrooms separate from white patrons, who entered the theater with convenience from Main Street.

Now, three local artists have been invited to mount work that initiates dialogue and fosters conversations around the past, present, and future of racial equality in our community. Each exhibition will run for three weeks, with Kori Price’s “Walking Dualities” on view from July 2–23, Tobiah Mundt’s “Shadows of the Past” from July 30–August

20, and Nick Brinen’s “Ascending Light” from August 27–September 17.

“I think the most important thing that I want to relate to people who come to visit the exhibition is the immediacy of the past and of history,” says Price. “It’s important that we keep around certain historical places and objects—like the Third Street box office—so that we can continue to bear witness to our city and country’s past of discrimination and inequality and understand that we have so much more work left to do.”

Unfortunately, an act of vandalism targeting Price’s artwork that occurred overnight between July 6 and 7 left “Walking Dualities” temporarily asunder. But the artist acted quickly, and in an inspired maneuver, she was able to reinstall the three photographic banners that comprise the exhibition with a nod to art history. In a social media post shared by the Paramount, Price explains, “It was important to me to repair and re-install my art as soon as possible and make sure that I didn’t hide the damage that had been done.”

Inspired by the Japanese ceramic art tradition of Kintsugi, a method of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer and gold or silver dust, Price applied gold leafing to the damaged areas, creating “a metaphor for resiliency, fortitude, and healing.”

The gold accents that now adorn “Walking Dualities” weave in notions of value, soft strength, and the beauty within perceived imperfections. Their contrast with the black and white images create points of focus without distraction. They acknowledge violence but rise above it. Price’s exhibition is as much an occupation of space as a reclamation of one. The figures in her photographs are in motion but remain unmoved. The artistic

techniques of trompe l’oeil and forced perspective utilized by the artist to place these figures in situ invite viewers to see themselves in relation to the bodies within Price’s banners. Here, the artwork puts the onus of understanding into a corporeal state, where mind and body reconcile meaning.

To help facilitate its commitment to showcasing the visual arts, the Paramount consulted with its neighbor, the nonprofit organization New City Arts. Executive Director Maureen Brondyke says her organization helped with the “nuts and bolts” of putting together the open call for exhibition proposals for the Third Street Box Office Project, including collaborating on the timeline and logistics of the call to ensure support for artists who might apply. NCA and the Paramount also encouraged applicants to consider how to honor the legacies of Black patrons forced to use the Third Street entrance and what capacities the historic landmark holds for “truth-telling” and “reimagining.”

The arts afford us opportunities to contextualize, recontextualize, and perform history in ways that break down barriers and connect individuals and communities across time and space. They allow us to be aspirational, reflective, and reflexive. The arts enable us to both effect and be affected—emotionally, spiritually, intellectually. These facets are at the heart of endeavors like the Third Street Box Office Project. As Brondyke affirms, “We believe that a vibrant community includes an abundance of arts and culture spaces, and that collaboration between these spaces creates a network of support needed for local artists to thrive and move our community toward a more just, beautiful future.”

Exhibiting artist Kori Price in front of two panels of “Walking Dualities” at The Paramount Theater Third Street box office.

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Friday 7/26

stage

Shakespeare at the Ruins: The Comedy of Errors See listing for Thursday, July 25. $25, 7:30pm. Barboursville Vineyards, 17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville. barboursville wine.com

The 39 Steps See listing for Thursday, July 25. $15–35, 7:30pm. Ruth Caplin Theatre, 109 Culbreth Rd. drama.virginia.edu

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical See listing for Thursday, July 25. $16–20, 7:30pm. Live Arts, 123 E. Water St. livearts.org

etc.

2024 Africa Ideas Festival. 25 Mandela Washington Fellows from 17 countries in sub-Saharan Africa will share an exhibit of culture, community, and civic action. Free, 9am. The Miller Center, 2201 Old Ivy Rd. millercenter.org

Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony. Experience the Opening of the 2024 Paris Olympics in IMAX. $20, 1:30pm. Regal Cinema Stonefield, 1954 Swanson Dr. regmovies.com

Puzzle Crawl. This puzzle crawl takes you to the breweries on Preston Avenue. Crack codes, solve puzzles, and enjoy some of Charlottesville’s best beers along the way. $15, all day. Starr Hill Brewery, Dairy Market. puzzledbee.com

Wizard Fest. An interactive fantasythemed party that celebrates all things magic. Witches, wizards, cosplay, themed drinks (hard and soft), and wizard games are all spun into this one spectacular event. $15–60, 7pm. The Southern Café and Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesouthern cville.com

Saturday 7/27 music

Berto Sales. Sounds of Brazil, Spain, and Latin America with Berto Sales. His unique fingerpicking style and contagious energy will have you tapping your feet. Free, 11am. Tavern & Grocery, 333 W. Main St. tavernandgrocery.com

Christmas In July Concert. Join us for Christmas in July, wine, and music by Tropical Attitudes. Free, 2pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. ducard vineyards.com

Jon Spear. Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist playing a wide range of styles including swing, rockabilly, classic rock, and blues. Free, 2:30pm. Albemarle CiderWorks, 2545 Rural Ridge Ln., North Garden. albemarleciderworks.com

Josh Mayo and The House Sauce. Charlottesville staples. With Dropping Julia. $12–40, 8pm. The Southern Café and Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com

Josh Mayo and The House Sauce. Rockin’ originals and classic covers from one of C’ville’s favorite bands. Free, 10pm. The Whiskey Jar, 227 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thewhiskeyjarcville.com

Kat & The Travelers. Enjoy live tunes with your wine, cider, and beer along with a full menu of food options to choose from. Free, 1pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarmand winery.com

Lady Butterland. Entertaining all with mellow ballads. Free, 5pm. Glass House Winery, 5898 Free Union Rd., Free Union. glasshousewinery.com

Local Dead People. Local Dead People is the newest Grateful Dead Tribute act in VA, featuring members of the Charlottesville jam giants, Kendall Street Company. $10, 7:30pm. Batesville Market, 6624 Plank Rd., Batesville. batesvillemarket.com

The Wavelength. Eastwood After Dark— live music and dancing. The Wavelength quartet with special guest Dan Barrale on drums. Free, 5pm. Eastwood Farm and Winery, 2531 Scottsville Rd. eastwoodfarm andwinery.com

Town Mountain. Alt-country rebellion and honky-tonk attitude pushed through a hardscrabble Southern Appalachian lens. $20–25, 8pm. The Jefferson Theater, 110 E. Main St. jeffersontheater.com

Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience. Over the 28 years and 4500+ shows Zoso has played as a group, the seemingly tireless quartet has continued to earn its well-deserved reputation as America’s premier Led Zeppelin Tribute Band. $30–35, 7pm. Pro Re Nata Brewpub & Music Hall, 6135 Rockfish Gap Tpk., Crozet. prnbrewery.com

dance

’80s Dance Party. ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s tunes to get you busy on the dance floor. Free, 9pm. Fiorano Restaurant and Bar, 5924 Seminole Trail Ste. 101, Barboursville. fioranomediterranean.com

Ballroom Dance. USA Dance Charlottesville will offer a package of three 45-minute workshops. Join us at The Center for a fun evening of dancing and polish your technique. No partner required. $15–30, 7pm. The Center at Belvedere, 540 Belvedere Blvd. thecentercville.org

stage

Shakespeare at the Ruins: The Comedy of Errors See listing for Thursday, July 25. $25, 7:30pm. Barboursville Vineyards, 17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville. barboursville wine.com

The 39 Steps See listing for Thursday, July 25. $15–35, 7:30pm. Ruth Caplin Theatre, 109 Culbreth Rd. drama.virginia.edu

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical See listing for Thursday, July 25. $16–20, 7:30pm. Live Arts, 123 E. Water St. livearts.org

classes

Applique for Hand-Mending. Come learn some practical visible mending basics for extending the life of your clothing and fabrics while making them more unique and beautiful. Ages 16+. $35, 1pm. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappy elephant.com

Needle Felted Owls. Join Ari (they/them) to learn how to make a soft little owl figure using a specialized notched needle to sculpt dyed wool. Ages 14+. $35, 12:30pm. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappy elephant.com

etc.

Butterfly Hike. Join us to learn about the native butterflies of the Piedmont. Registration required. Free, 10am. Ivy Creek Natural Area and Historic River View Farm, 1780 Earlysville Rd. ivycreekfoundation.org Game and Art Swap. Bring your own things to donate or swap, or stop by to grab something new to you. Free, 3:30pm. Jefferson-Madison Central Library, 201 E. Market St. jmrl.org

Paramount On Screen: Dave Chappelle’s Block Party Dave Chappelle presents a Brooklyn neighborhood with its very own once-in-a-lifetime free block party. $9, 8pm. The Paramount Theater, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. theparamount.net

Puzzle Crawl. See listing for Friday, July 26. $15, all day. Starr Hill Brewery, Dairy Market. puzzledbee.com

Storytime. Readings of recent favorites and classics. Free, 11am. New Dominion Bookshop, 404 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. newdominionbookshop.com

Sunday 7/28

music

Kenn Herrington. Come sip cider and enjoy some live music from singer and songwriter Kenn Herrington. Free, 2:30pm. Albemarle CiderWorks, 2545 Rural Ridge Ln., North Garden. albemarleciderworks.com

Matt Johnson. Enjoy great wine and music with friends in the tropics of Free Union. Free, 2pm. Glass House Winery, 5898 Free Union Rd., Free Union. glass housewinery.com

Michael Johnson. Dinner as usual with some live music added for your enjoyment. Michael Johnson has been playing country, worship, rock, and a range of music for the last 20 years. Free, 1pm. Fiorano Restaurant and Bar, 5924 Seminole Trail Ste. 101, Barboursville. fioranomediterranean.com

Mo & Mary Mac. “Wine Down” the weekend at DuCard by soaking up the views and taking in the tunes of local musicians Mo & Mary Mac. Free, 2pm. DuCard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. ducardvine yards.com

Music Open Mic. Hosted by Erynn McLeod. All ages welcome. Two songs or ten minutes (whichever comes first) per performer. P.A. and microphone provided. Free, 5pm. The Southern Café and Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesoutherncville.com

dance

BRIMS Ceol and Ceili. All dances will be taught and called by BRIMS dance instructors. All ages welcome, no previous dance experience needed. Suggested donation: $10. Free, 3pm. Potter’s Craft Cider, 1350 Arrowhead Valley Rd. potterscraftcider.com

stage

The 39 Steps See listing for Thursday, July 25. $15–35, 2pm and 7:30pm. Ruth Caplin Theatre, 109 Culbreth Rd. drama.virginia.edu

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical See listing for Thursday, July 25. $16–20, 2pm. Live Arts, 123 E. Water St. livearts.org

classes

Watercolor Mushrooms. Painting Amanita Muscaria mushrooms using the delicate medium of watercolors. Ages 15+. $40, noon. The Scrappy Elephant, 1745 Allied St. scrappyelephant.com

etc.

Paint by Numbers. Join us for a self-guided paint-by-number session to explore your creative side at your own pace. $20, 1pm. Cake Bloom, 705 W. Main St. cakebloom.com

Paramount On Screen: The Muppet Movie After Kermit the Frog decides to pursue a movie career, he starts his cross-country trip from Florida to California. $7–9, 11am and 2pm. The Paramount Theater, 215 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. theparamount.net

Puzzle Crawl. See listing for Friday, July 26. $15, all day. Starr Hill Brewery, Dairy Market. puzzledbee.com

Trivia with Olivia. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Hosted by Charlottesville’s favorite trivia artist, Olivia. Free, 2pm. Kimpton The Forum Hotel, 540 Massie Rd. forum hotelcharlottesville.com

Monday 7/29

music

Berto and Vincent. Come join us for an evening of Spanish rumba and Latin guitar with Berto Sales and Vincent Zorn. Free, 6:30pm. South and Central Latin Grill, 946 Grady Ave., Ste. 104. southandcentralgrill.com

Betty Jo’s Boogie Band. Live boogie band with a horn section and all. Free, 7:30pm. The Whiskey Jar, 227 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thewhiskeyjarcville.com

DG3. Gin and jazz series welcomes trio playing modern takes on classics and standards. Free, 5:30pm. Oakhurst Inn, 100 Oakhurst Cir. oakhurstinn.com

dance

Salsa Dance Night. DJ Rafa will be spinning the latest in salsa and Latin-inspired dance cuts in the dance floor area of the bar. Come feel the heat and move. Free, 9pm. Fiorano Restaurant and Bar, 5924 Seminole Trail Ste. 101, Barboursville. fioranomediterranean.com

words

Rare Book School Lecture. Curator of Pacific Rim Collections Li Wei Yang recounts his rediscovery of an unknown volume of Yongle Dadian (known as the Yongle Encyclopedia in the West) in 2014. Free, 5:30pm. UVA Edgar Shannon Library: Room 330, 160 McCormick Rd. library. virginia.edu

etc.

Blood Simple A love triangle in Texas has deadly consequences in Joel and Ethan Coen’s classic thriller. $10, 7:15pm. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 5th Street Station. drafthouse.com

Comedy Open Mic Night. An opportunity to showcase your talent, try out new material, and take in the best local comedy that Charlottesville has to offer. Hosted by Chris Alan. Free, 7pm. The Southern Café and Music Hall, 103 S. First St. thesouthern cville.com

Tuesday 7/30

music

Karaoke. Sign up and sing your favorite songs. Hosted by Thunder Music. Free, 9pm. Holly’s Diner, 1221 E. Market St.

Open Mic Night. Bring your songs, poems, jokes, or words to SuperFly Brewing Co. Free, 7:30pm. SuperFly Brewing Co., 943 Preston Ave. superflybrewing.com

Vincent Zorn. Vincent Zorn performs solo wild flamenco rumba. Must say “olé!” Free, 7pm. The Bebedero, 225 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. thebebedero.com

stage

The 39 Steps See listing for Thursday, July 25. $15–35, 7:30pm. Ruth Caplin Theatre, 109 Culbreth Rd. drama.virginia.edu

etc.

Geeks Who Drink Trivia. Good trivia, good times. Free, 7pm. Firefly, 1304 E. Market St. fireflycville.com

Music Bingo. Prizes to be won. Hosted by King Trivia. Free, 7pm. SuperFly Brewing Co., 943 Preston Ave. superflybrewing.com

Poker Night. Test your luck and skill at our hold’em poker night. Free, 7pm. Fiorano Restaurant and Bar, 5924 Seminole Trail Ste. 101, Barboursville. fioranomediterranean.com

CULTURE SMALL BITES

Boozy Olympics,

biscuits rise again, and dill-ightful

cider

Quest for the best

It’s the last call for the inaugural Virginia Cocktail Games, hosted by the Virginia Spirits Board. In this boozy, stateside version of the summer Olympics, 25 bartenders from five regions across the commonwealth compete to create the best cocktail. The two-round competition begins July 26 with a round of online voting running through August 11, culminating in a live mixology battle at Virginia Distilled on September 14. Mix your own and follow along at virginiaspirits.org.

Biscuits are back

Following a vandalism incident that forced a months-long closure, Ace Biscuit and Barbecue has returned to serving its beloved biscuits and barbecue. On July 11, the restaurant posted pics of the recently renovated loo, proudly announcing, “Our bathrooms are back in action and ready to handle all your … business.” Swing by 600 Concord Ave. to ‘cue up. Also making a comeback is Brookville Biscuit & Brunch, which returned in early June after three years of online-only ordering through Multiverse Kitchens. Located at 1747 Allied St., Brookville is upgrading its patio and restaurant to offer a dining experience reminiscent of its original Downtown Mall roots. The biscuits are anything but basic, featuring delights like the fried pork chop with cream cheese and pepper jelly, chicken-fried oyster mushroom, and The Mother Clucker—fried chicken thigh topped with pickle, lettuce, and a proprietary Fowl Mouthed herb sauce.

Fair play

So you think you can bake? If your pie plate is the first dish cleared at the potluck, it’s time to up your game and let the experts decide. Gardeners, brewers, bakers, beekeepers, viticulturists, and artists are invited to enter the 2024 Albemarle County Fair’s annual home arts competition. Applications are accepted through July 30 and the fair begins on August 1 at James Monroe’s Highland. Begin your blue ribbon quest at albemarlecountyfair.com.

Rosé, you say?

Raise a glass of bubbly to toast Rosemont Vineyards’ sparkling success! The winery’s Extra Brut Sparkling Rosé has clinched the crown as Rosé Wine of the Year at the Sommeliers Choice Awards. Flavors of strawberries, grapefruit, and cranberries make for great summer sipping. This rosé is Brut Nature, or “Zero Dosage,” keeping it pure with no added sugar during fermentation.

Big dill

BYO dill to savor the final weeks of National Pickle Month this July at Bold Rock in Nellysford. The cidery’s concocted a limited release Dill Pickle Cider, pouring exclusively on draught in its Virginia and North Carolina taprooms. Drinkers are weighing in with mixed reviews, describing it as sweet and vinegary with just a hint of dill, while others are craving more dill to really zing their taste buds. Find out for yourself if this cider is your dill-ightful match!

New bites

Rumi’s Famous Kebab: Dive into Afghani flavors at Rumi’s, open on Emmet Street since late June. Enjoy kebab platters, saffron rice, naan, spiced chickpeas, and more in a vibrant setting. @rumiscville

Tangerines Kitchen: Tangerines Kitchen, from the owner of Monsoon Siam and four other local Thai spots, made a zesty entrance with a soft opening on July 3, offering omelets, benedicts, pancakes, and a decadent French toast drizzled with pandan coconut sauce. Don’t miss the authentic Thai favorites for dinner. Located at 32 Mill Creek Dr. #102. @tangerineskitchen

Althea Bread: Althea Bread has risen to the occasion with a brick and mortar opening in Charlottesville this May. Grab a cup at neighboring Mudhouse Coffee Roasters and enjoy it alongside Althea’s sourdough bread and pastries, lovingly crafted with stoneground local heirloom and ancient grains. Find it at 120 10th St. NW. altheabread. com Sarah Golibart Gorman

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Brookville Biscuit & Brunch returned in early June with a bountiful lineup of biscuit sandwiches.

WINE DOWN

WHAT’S DELISH AT LOCAL WINERIES?

CHISWELL FARM WINERY

2023 Sauvignon Blanc

The 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and easy drinking as we head into Summer! You’ll find notes of starfruit and kiwi on the nose, with zippy pink grapefruit and lemon zest on the palate. Enjoy our Sauvignon Blanc with grilled shrimp, baked brie, or on a porch swing!

A historic Jeffersonian estate nestled in the Virginia countryside, Chiswell Farm & Winery invites guests to delight in locally crafted vintages, panoramic views, and warm hospitality. With a glass in hand, savor the breathtaking scenery from a rocking chair on our covered porch. Gather with friends around a dining table on the lawn or get comfortable in the historic and inviting Greenwood home. Whether you want to come up to the bar for a chat or spread out a blanket for a private picnic, there are countless ways to enjoy the best that Virginia wine country has to offer.

We serve our award-winning wines by the glass, bottle, and flight, seasonal specialty beverages, and a tasteful selection of local and gourmet snacks. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food to enjoy with our wines.

Ages 21+ only, no dogs or other pets permitted on the property. For a family-friendly experience, visit our wine shops at Chiles Peach Orchard or Carter Mountain Orchard. Visit chiswellwinery.com for our seasonal events calendar!

Fridays – Summer Sundown, 6–8 PM

Sundays – Sippin’ Sunday, 2–5 PM

Seasonal hours:

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11 AM–6 PM

Friday: 11 AM–8:30 PM

Saturday: 11 AM–7 PM

Starting May 17th, Chiswell will be open until 8:30 PM on Fridays and 7 PM on Saturdays.

430 Greenwood Rd, Greenwood, VA 22943 434.252.2947 • www.chilesfamilyorchards.com/chiswell

53RD WINERY AND VINEYARD

A few notes from winegrower and owner, Dave Drillock:

We hope you are enjoying the summer season! Its been very hot and too dry, a little rain would be appreciated. Just ask the vines. Our Fifty-Third Winery and Vineyard wine of the month is our 2021 Romulus. Scored 91 Points by JamesSuckling.com. Crafted with 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc, all grown at our vineyard in the Monticello AVA. The wine is characterized by notes of blackberries, blueberries, pomegranate and a hint of minerality. Medium bodied with moderate acidity and bold tannins, this wine will age for up to 10 years. Come out for a visit and give it a try.

The winery is an easy direct drive from the Charlottesville area. Live music is scheduled for most Saturdays while Sundays are reserved to “Un-Plug”. That’s code for coming out with family and friends and enjoying each other’s company, the views, and of course our wine!

So come for the wine and enjoy your visit to our meadow-like setting in rural Louisa County. We are down-to-earth and love to share our enthusiasm with customers about our wine. We are open 7 days a week 11am – 5pm. Check

our website www.53rdwinery. com or call 540-894-1536 for more information. We look forward to seeing you at the winery! Your business and support are appreciated.

On the calendar. Saturday, July 13th we are celebrating our 25th anniversary. Originally founded as Cooper Vineyards, the goal was to make unique well-crafted wines and we are intent on carrying on that tradition.

Saturday, July 20 and Sunday July 21 is our Wine Club pickup weekend. Not a Wine Club member, no problem. For $17/ person you can participate in the activities which include a special wine tasting, discount on food trucks and making new friends.

Saturday, August 3rd is our Wine, Cigar, and BBQ Extravaganza! Scan the code for tickets:

July 27th - Live Music by Mike Proffitt

August 3rd - Cigar and Wine Pairing (advanced ticket purchase required) with live music and the Country Boys food truck.

August 10th – Live Music by David Kulund

Open 7 days a week, 11 am – 5 pm

Sat/Sun. 12-6 pm

13372 Shannon Hill Rd Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 894-5474 • 53rdwinery.com

DUCARD VINEYARDS

2023 Rosé

Our new Rosé is a classic, dry Provencal style wine with a gorgeous coral color. A perfect pairing for the patio, this wine exhibits a vibrant mouthfeel with notes of cranberry and citron. Christmas in July Concert (July 27th)

Open daily Mon-Thurs. 12-5 pm Fri. 12-9 pm Sat/Sun. 12-6 pm

40 Gibson Hollow Ln • Etlan, VA 22719 (540) 923-4206 www.ducardvineyards.com

EASTWOOD FARM AND WINERY

We love Summer at Eastwood Farm and Winery. Summer is in full swing here at Eastwood and while the temperatures outside are soaring, the breezes on our veranda or the air-conditioned comfort of our barn tasting room are perfect for these steamy July days. Add a refreshing sip of our award-winning wines, beers, and ciders, and our signature programming—and you’ve got all the components for a great summertime getaway on the Monticello Wine Trail.

This Month at the Winery: Don’t Miss Out!

Our gold medal-winning Merlot is almost gone. Only a few cases left. Come in and try it (and take home a bottle) before it is gone. Plus, enjoy our gold medal 2023 Petit Manseng all summer!

Winemaker

Pop-Up & Release Party

Join us on Friday, July 26th for a special release party for Santé, a new sparkling wine made by renowned independent winemakers Joy Ting of Charlottesville’s own Joy Ting Wine and Lee Hartman of Bluestone Vineyard in Bridgewater. Santé is made from Vidal grapes in the méthode ancestrale. It is a delicious, fun, easy drinking wine that is a wonderful addition to your summer table and a perfect accompaniment to good times and great friends. Join us as we celebrate the release of this new wine with Joy and Lee. Enjoy complimentary tastings of Santé on Friday, July 26th!

Wine Wednesdays

10% off all bottle purchases on Wednesdays.

MUSIC AT

EASTWOOD!

details. Escape to Virginia Wine Country, only five miles from Downtown Charlottesville. Open year-round, seven days a week.

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

2023 V2

We’re hosting a summer celebration for Christmas in July! What is Christmas in July, you ask? It’s a Christmas celebration held during the summer season. According to legend, Christmas in July was first celebrated at a summer camp in 1933. Fun ensued! Now it’s time to celebrate at DuCard Vineyards! We will have live music by the MidLife Crisis band. Their acoustic covers all of your favorites – country, folk, Motown, and pop will be sure to get your toes tappin’ and get the holiday spirit going! We’ll have Christmas-themed tropical surprises and a visit from Santa with the goal of getting the everyone in the “Christmas spirit”. So deck out in your Hawaiian shirt and join the fun with a bottle of your favorite DuCard wine! No cover. Reservations are recommended.

Fridays- Friday Night Out! Every Friday night through the summer we feature half price wine flights, live music, food for sale, and grills available for use until 8:00pm.

Weekends- Live music all weekend long! Check out our lineup on our website!

Chef Tasting

Join us on Wednesday, July 17th for a special guided tasting of four new wine releases each paired with a decadent, farm-inspired food pairing from Chef Andrew Partridge. Athena Eastwood and Chef Andrew will lead guests through each wine and food pairing. These evenings are delicious, educational, and a whole lot of fun! Reserve your tickets on our website today. Seating is limited to 30 guests. $60/ per person.

Summer Blueberry Festival and Maker’s Market

Summer is Blueberry Season at Eastwood! Join us Sunday, July 21st for blueberry specials for everyone and a local maker’s market to find creative treasures. Blueberry Festival and Maker’s Market, 12-5 PM, with live music 1-4 PM.

Join us for the popular Eastwood After Dark featuring upbeat, danceable music on Saturday nights 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 Thursday and Friday night. See the Winery Calendar on our website for details.

Every Thursday: Live Music 5-8 PM

Thursday “Thank You” Community Day at Eastwood—Select $5 Glasses of Wine, Beer, Cider and Wine Slushies All Day

Every Friday: Live Music 5-8 PM Virginia Oyster & Wine Celebration 5-8PM

Every Saturday: Live Music 1-4 PM + Eastwood After Dark with Live Music 5-8 PM

Every Sunday: Music Bingo or Paint & Sip or Maker’s Market or Live Music (See the Winery Calendar on our website for details.)

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: WednesdaySaturday (12-8 PM); Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (12-5 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 delicious lunch and dinner menus. Enjoy lounging on the veranda with a glass of our gold medal 2022 Rosé. Or, stay inside and enjoy live music with a seasonal flatbread or baked brie. We also have juice flights and cheese boards for the kids. See the Winery Calendar for

Indulge in a symphony of delicate flavors with our exquisite white wine blend crafted from 50% Viognier and 50% Verdejo grapes. The marriage of Viognier’s floral aromas and Verdejo’s crisp acidity creates a harmonious bouquet of tropical fruits, white flowers, and citrus notes. This elegant wine delights the palate with its refreshing acidity, balanced by hints of apricot, peach, and subtle herbal undertones. Enjoy chilled on a warm summer evening or paired with light seafood dishes for a truly enchanting experience.

We look forward to continuing to serve all of our wonderful guests this winter during our daily hours of 10am-5pm (last pour at 4:45). We offer first come, first served seating under our tent or open seating in our outdoor courtyard. Wine is available by the flight, glass and bottle at our inside or outside service bars, with bar service inside on the weekends! A selection of pre-packaged meats, cheeses, crackers, and spreads are available for purchase as well as our new food truck which is currently open Wednesday- Sunday from 12p-4p. Our winter tent is up and heated for you to enjoy as well!

Bring the family or friends and enjoy live music every Saturday from 124p or play a fun 9 hole of miniature golf on our new course! (Weather permitting)

Daily- Mini golf open and available!

Wednesdays - Wine Down Wednesdays start May 8th every Wednesday through October 5:308:30pm

Saturdays - Live Music from 12-4 pm (check out our website for the schedule!)

Hours: Monday- Sunday from 10 am – 5 pm

1575 Keswick Winery Drive Keswick, Virginia 22947

Tasting Room: (434) 244-3341 ext 105 tastingroom@keswickvineyards.com www.keswickvineyards.com

MONTIFALCO VINEYARD

2023 Montifalco Estate SOUVENIR Sparkling Meritage

Ancestral method sparkling wine, also known as pet-nat (short for pétillant-naturel), is a style of sparkling wine that predates the traditional method used in Champagne. It’s a fascinating and increasingly popular category of bubbly that captures the essence of artisanal winemaking and natural fermentation. The ancestral method is one of the oldest methods of making sparkling wine, dating back centuries before the invention of the traditional method. In this technique, the wine is bottled before primary fermentation is complete, allowing the remaining sugars and yeast to continue fermenting inside the bottle. This natural fermentation process produces carbon dioxide, which creates the bubbles in the wine. Unlike the traditional method, which involves a secondary fermentation initiated by adding sugar and yeast to a base wine, the ancestral method relies solely on the natural sugars present in the grapes at the time of bottling. This results in a more rustic and lively style of sparkling wine, with a wide range of flavors and textures.

Characteristics and Flavor Profile

Ancestral method sparkling wines are known for their freshness, vibrancy, and purity of fruit flavors. They often exhibit a cloudy appearance due to minimal filtration, adding to their artisanal charm. The flavor profile can vary widely depending on factors such as grape variety, terroir, and winemaking techniques, but common characteristics include: Delicate Effervescence: Unlike the fine bubbles produced by the traditional method, pet-nat wines typically have a softer and more frothy carbonation, lending a playful effervescence to the wine. Fruitforward Aromatics: With minimal intervention in the winemaking process, our pet-nat wine showcases the true essence of the grapes, with vibrant fruit

aromas ranging from citrus and orchard fruits to tropical and berry notes. Subtle Complexity: SOUVENIR exhibits layers of complexity, with nuances of minerality, floral undertones, and herbal accents adding depth to the palate. In recent years, ancestral method sparkling wines have experienced a resurgence in popularity among wine enthusiasts and adventurous consumers seeking out natural and artisanal wines. Winemakers around the world are embracing this ancient technique and putting their own modern twists on it, experimenting with different grape varieties, fermentation vessels, and aging methods to create unique and exciting expressions of pet-nat. Whether enjoyed as an aperitif,

paired with a variety of foods, or simply sipped on its own, ancestral method sparkling wine offers a refreshing and authentic taste of terroir and tradition, making it a delightful addition to any wine lover’s repertoire. Our sparkling petnat SOUVENIR is now available! Join us at the vineyard! Friday, Saturday, Sunday Monday Noon5pm. Visit montifalcovineyard.com for details.

1800 Fray Rd, Ruckersville, VA 22968 (434) 989-9115 montifalcovineyard.com

PRINCE MICHEL VINEYARDS

Sweet Red Reserve

During the month of July celebrate with Prince Michel’s Rapidan River Sweet Red Reserve! A delightfully sweet red blend crafted from Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot and a touch of white wine. A beautiful pairing with all of your favorite summer BBQ Meals and Mild Cheeses.

Discover Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery, an iconic East Coast estate. Family and pet-friendly, it’s one of the oldest and largest wineries in the Commonwealth. Also, home to Tap 29 Brew Pub, serving local craft brews and delicious pub-style food seven days a week.

Located in the heart of Virginia Wine Country, our elegant winery on Route 29 between Charlottesville and Washington DC offers wine tastings, tours, shopping, and scenic picnic spots daily from 11am.

At Prince Michel Indulge in a spectrum of wines, from luxurious craft picks such as Chardonnay and Petit Verdot, to distinctive options like the Semi-Dry Riesling from our Rapidan River series. Don’t miss our crowd-favorite Decadence Chocolate or a refreshing wine slushie for a delightful twist. We have something to offer for every palate!

Live Music every Friday – Sunday! (Music lineup on our website) Hours: Open 7 days a Week at 11 a.m.

154 Winery Lane, Leon, VA  22725 (540) 547-3707 • www.princemichel.com

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REVALATION VINEYARDS

2022 Petit Manseng

Made from 100% Petit Manseng grapes, this dry, full-bodied, and versatile wine is perfect for sipping on its own or to accompany a rich creamy dish. It also makes a perfect pairing with ginger. Try it with sushi

or a Thai green curry. Rich honey aromas with notes of apricot, mango, caramel and violet.

July Hours: Friday 12pm to Sunset; Saturday 12pm to 6pm; Sunday 12pm to 5pm; Monday and Thursday by reservation only.

Until August 31st - Exhibition of artwork by Kimberly Engle.

July 26th - Book Club @ The Vineyard starting at 6:00pm: Cantoras by Carolina de Robertis.

August 2nd - Book World Meets Wine World at 5:30pm: Tim Wendel will read from his book Rebel Falls.

2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, VA 22727 540-407-1236 www.revalationvineyards.com

VERITAS

2023 Sauvignon Blanc

The wine has bracing, mouth watering acidity that bounces off the palate onto a bed of apples, pears and citrus delight. Elegantly youthful, this wine pairs with oysters, shellfish and catch of the day, and if fish is not your dish Sauvignon Blanc is the wine for fresh buttered asparagus straight from the garden.

Owners Andrew and Patricia Hodson bought Saddleback Farm, what is now Veritas Vineyards and Winery, in March 1999. Throughout the years, they have planted, cultivated, and harvested over 5,000 tons of grapes. With more than 60 acres of vines and eleven different types of grape varieties, Veritas has become a household name simply because of the outstanding quality of its wines. With each year, winemaker Emily Hodson pays homage to the stunning landscapes where our grapes flourish under the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Emily combines traditional methods

with cutting-edge technology to preserve each varietal’s authentic essence and unique character. In every sip of Veritas wine, experience the artistry of winemaking tailored for your enjoyment.

To help celebrate their Silver Jubilee, Veritas is releasing a small batch of Magnum bottles (equivalent to 2 regular bottles) of their 2022 Veritas Reserve and 2019 Scintilla, along with a locally made commemorative 25th Anniversary box. These wines will be released on June 25th and can be purchased online or by visiting the Tasting Room.

In need of a vacation as soon as possible? Check out The Farmhouse at Veritas and take advantage of one of our two special prices on weekday and weekend stays this July! Visit www. veritasfarmhouse.com to learn more!

Celebrate with the Hodson’s at one of this summer’s events on the farm:

August 10th- Starry Nights AllDay Music Festival

August 16th - Jean-Paul Bourgeois Supper Series

151 Veritas Ln, Afton, VA 22920 (540) 456-8000

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30. Frequent site for athletic injuries

31. CIO’s partner

32. Word before Faithful or school

33. Word on a gift card

35. Remarked

38. Picture in a dream

42. Underground signal carrier, maybe

45. Her “Hello” is used in the new “Weird” Al polka medley

46. Herb used in some ritual burnings

47. Element #10

48. Sheep sound

50. Category

52. Monopoly quad, for short

53. Culmination of a hero-versus-villain arc

58. Pinstriped baseball team, on scoreboards

59. Indignation

60. Pasture mom

61. Seoul-based automaker

63. Medicine bottle

65. Completely healthy, with “in”

70. “Cómo ___ usted?”

71. Brightly colored aquarium fish

72. Enjoy some jerky

73. Display

74. Basketballer O’Neal who cohosts “Lucky 13”

75. Park in London

DOWN

1. Half-___ latte

2. Shapiro who hosted the latest season of “The Mole”

3. Paperweight that gets shaken

4. “Beloved” novelist Morrison

5. Reddit Q&A feature, for short

6. Trending

7. Person living abroad, informally

8. Garden ground cover

9. “A Christmas Carol” outburst

10. Big do

11. Reef component

12. Rapscallion

15. Singer Br yson who duetted on “A Whole New World” (the version that hit #1)

18. ___ Romeo (sports car)

22. Memento of the past

24. Mediterranean port city

25. Pungent

27. “In that case ...”

28. Moves, as wings

29. Madison Ave. exec, stereotypically

34. Peach dessert name

36. Give ___ chance

37. 7, but not 77

39. Civil rights activist and King mentor Ralph

40. High praise

41. Minuscule, cutely

43. Territory

44. Honeycomb compartment

49. To the rear, nautically

51. Actress Palmer

53. Till bills

54. Like James Joyce

55. “That’s swell”

56. Spring sign

57. Tithing amount

62. Pruritus

64. It’s practiced as an occupation

66. Time of histor y

67. Answer section?

68. Light bulb variety

69. Source of milk for pecorino cheese

By Rob Brezsny

Virgo

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo-born Friedrich August Kekulé (1829-1896) transformed organic chemistry with his crucial discovery of the structure of carbon-based compounds. He had studied the problem for years. But his breakthrough realization didn’t arrive until he had a key dream while dozing. There’s not enough room here to describe it at length, but the image that solved the riddle was a snake biting its own tail. I bring this story to your attention, Virgo, because I suspect you could have practical and revelatory dreams yourself in the coming weeks. Daydream visions, too. Pay attention! What might be your equivalent to a snake biting its own tail?

Libra

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Please don’t succumb to numbness or apathy in the coming weeks. It’s crucial that you don’t. You should also take extreme measures to avoid boredom and cynicism. At this particular juncture in your amazing life, you need to feel deeply and care profoundly. You must find ways to be excited about as many things as possible, and you must vividly remember why your magnificent goals are so magnificent. Have you ruminated recently about which influences provide you with the spiritual and emotional riches that sustain you? I encourage you to become even more intimately interwoven with them. It’s time for you to be epic, mythic, even heroic.

Scorpio

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Historically, August has brought many outbreaks of empowerment. In August 1920, American women gained the right to vote. In August 1947, India and Pakistan wrested their independence from the British Empire’s long oppression. In August 1789, French revolutionaries issued the Declaration of the Rights of Man, a document that dramatically influenced the development of democracy and liberty in the Western world. In 1994, the United Nations established August 9 as the time to celebrate International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. In 2024, I am officially naming August to be Scorpio Power Spot Month. It will be an excellent time to claim and/or boost your command of the niche that will nurture your authority and confidence for years to come.

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

Leo(July 23-Aug. 22): Astrologer Chris Zydel says every sign has superpowers. In honor of your birthday season, I’ll tell you about those she attributes to you Leos. When you are at your best, you are a beacon of “joyful magnetism” who naturally exudes “irrepressible charisma.” You “shine like a thousand suns” and “strut your stuff with unabashed audacity.” All who are lucky enough to be in your sphere benefit from your “radiant spontaneity, bold, dramatic play, and whoo-hoo celebration of your creative genius.” I will add that of course you can’t always be a perfect embodiment of all these superpowers. But I suspect you are cruising through a phase when you are the next best thing to perfect.

Sagittarius

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): August is Save Our Stereotypes Month for you Sagittarians. I hope you will celebrate by rising up strong and bold to defend our precious natural treasures. Remember that without cliches, platitudes, pigeonholes, conventional wisdom, and hackneyed ideas, life would be nearly impossible. JUST KIDDING! Everything I just said was a dirty lie. Here’s the truth. August is Scour Away Stereotypes Month for you Sagittarians. Please be an agent of original thinking and fertile freshness. Wage a brazen crusade against cliches, platitudes, pigeonholes, conventional wisdom, and hackneyed ideas.

Capricorn

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’re never too old or wise or jaded to jump up in the air with glee when offered a free gift. Right? So I hope you won’t be so bent on maintaining your dignity and composure that you remain poker-faced when given the chance to grab the equivalent of a free gift. I confess I am worried you might be unreceptive to the sweet, rich things coming your way. I’m concerned you might be closed to unexpected possibilities. I will ask you, therefore, to pry open your attitude so you will be alert to the looming blessings, even when they are in disguise.

Aquarius

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A friend of a friend told me this story: One summer day, a guy he knew woke up at 5am, meditated for a while, and made breakfast. As he gazed out his kitchen window, enjoying his coffee, he became alarmed. In the distance, at the top of a hill, a brush fire was burning. He called emergency services to alert firefighters. A few minutes later, though, he realized he had made an error. The brush fire was in fact the rising sun

lighting up the horizon with its fiery rays. Use this as a teaching story in the coming days, Aquarius. Double-check your initial impressions to make sure they are true. Most importantly, be aware that you may initially respond with worry to events that are actually wonderful or interesting.

Pisces

(Feb. 19-March 20): At least a million ships lie at the bottom of the world’s oceans, lakes, and rivers. Some crashed because of storms, and others due to battles, collisions, or human error. A shipwreck hunter named Sean Fisher estimates that those remains hold over $60 billion worth of treasure. Among the most valuable are the old Spanish vessels that sank while carrying gold, silver, and other loot plundered from the Americas. If you have the slightest inkling to launch adventures in search of those riches, I predict the coming months will be an excellent time. Alternatively, you are likely to generate good fortune for yourself through any version of diving into the depths in quest of wealth in all of its many forms.

Aries

(March 21-April 19): One meaning of the word “palette” is a flat board on which painters place a variety of pigments to apply to their canvas. What would be a metaphorical equivalent to a palette in your life? Maybe it’s a diary or journal where you lay out the feelings and ideas you use to craft your fate. Perhaps it’s an inner sanctuary where you retreat to organize your thoughts and meditate on upcoming decisions. Or it could be a group of allies with whom you commune and collaborate to enhance each other’s destinies. However you define your palette, Aries, I believe the time is right to enlarge its size and increase the range of pigments you can choose from.

Taurus

(April 20-May 20): The star that Westerners call Arcturus has a different name for Indigenous Australians: Marpeankurrk. In their part of the world, it begins to rise before dawn in August. For the Boorong people of northwest Victoria, this was once a sign to hunt for the larvae of wood ants, which comprised a staple food for months. I bring this up, Taurus, because heavenly omens are telling me you should be on the lookout for new sources of sustenance and fuel. What’s your metaphorical equivalent of wood ant larvae?

Gemini

(May 21-June 20): Seventy percent of the world’s macadamia nuts have a single ancestor: a particular tree in Queensland, Australia. In 1896, two Hawaiian brothers took seeds from this tree and brought them back to their homestead in Oahu. From that small beginning, Hawaiian macadamia nuts have come to dominate the world’s production. I foresee you soon having resemblances to that original tree, Gemini. What you launch in the coming weeks and months could have tremendous staying power and reach far beyond its original inspiration.

Cancer

(June 21-July 22): Ketchup flows at about 0.03 miles per hour. In 35 hours, it could travel about a mile. I think you should move at a similar speed in the coming days. The slower you go, the better you will feel. The more deeply focused you are on each event, and the more you allow the rich details to unfold in their own sweet time, the more successful you will be at the art of living. Your words of power will be incremental, gradual, and cumulative.

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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE

COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE, Complainant,

v.

EDD TAYLOR, deceased

NORA TAYLOR, aka

Case No. CL23-l 732

NORA ELIZIBETH NAPIER TAYLOR, deceased

MARGARET T. NAPIER, deceased

NELLIE T. INGALLS, aka

NELLIE TAYLOR INGALLS, deceased

PEARL HAWKS aka PEARL HAWKES, deceased

LEGALS

ESTATE OF THATCHER ALDEN STONE

NOTICE OF TAKING OF DEBTS AND DEMANDS

Upon request of the Administrators, c.t.a., I will be conducting a hearing for receiving proof of debts and demands against the decedent or the decedent’s estate on August 22, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., at the law office of Scott Kroner, PLC, 418 E. Water Street, Charlottesville, Virginia.

Rebecca C. Hryvniak Commissioner of Accounts

JAMES E. TAYLOR, deceased

ROGER O’BRIEN aka ROGER H. OBRIEN

SHARON WATKINS aka SHARON OBRIEN WATKINS

STELLA MARIE NAPIER

MARILYN FA YE NAPIER

LINWOOD L. SMITH, JR.

CLARISSA S. LINTON Respondents.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

The object of this suit is to effect a judicial sale of certain real property, reportedly situated in the Town of Scottsville, Virginia, containing 1.38 acres, more or less, and designated as Tax Map Parcel No. 130A l-00-0002800, and which is being assessed on the tax records of the County of Albemarle, Virginia in the name of Stella M. Napier, Marilyn F. Napier, Nellie Ingalls and Pearl Hawkes, in order to subject such property to the lien thereon for delinquent real estate taxes.

It appearing from the Complaint and by the Affidavit filed according to law that the Complainant has used due diligence to ascertain all of the owners of the subject property but has been unable to do so and that there are or may be persons unknown who claim or may claim an interest in the property, namely the heirs, devisees, personal representatives, successors, or assigns in and to the title and interest of Edd Taylor and/or Nora Taylor, aka Nora Elizibeth Napier Taylor.

It is therefore ORDERED that any heirs, devisees, personal representatives, successors, or assignors, if any, of Edd Taylor and Nora Taylor, aka Nora Elizibeth Napier Taylor, and any other Respondent, as they may appear, proceeded against herein as “Parties Unknown,” appear on or before July 22, 2024, and take such action as they deem appropriate to protect any interests they may have in the above-described property.

It is further ORDERED that the foregoing portion of this Order be published once a week for two consecutive weeks in the C-Ville Weekly, that a copy hereof be posted on the door of the Courthouse and that a copy be mailed to the last known address, if any, of the Respondents.

The Clerk is hereby directed to send this Order to the C-Ville Weekly and to make the aforementioned posting and mailings.

Endorsement of parties and counsel of record is dispensed with for good cause shown including the nature of these proceedings, the relief granted, and the time and expense associated with acquiring said endorsement.

And this cause is continued.

ENTER: Cheryl V. Higgins

DATE: 6/20/2024

I ASK FOR THIS:

JONATHAN T. WREN, VSB #40304 MARTINWREN, P.C. 400 Locust Avenue, Suite 1 Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 (434) 817-3100 (phone) (434) 817-3110 (fax) wren@martinwrenlaw.com (email) Counsel for the County of Albemarle

Let it fly

Singer-songwriter and all-around genre-bending weirdo Ben Folds took the Ting Pavilion stage Sunday, July 21, with only his piano, his wit, and his incredible recall, which came in handy as he conjured up the notes and melodies of 11 audience requests (part of his Paper Airplane Tour, where fans write their requests on paper and send them flying to the stage at intermission), including two songs he penned in high school. The full 20-song set comprised tracks from his latest album (“Kristine From the 7th Grade,” “Fragile”) and deeper cuts (“Effington,” “Sentimental Guy”) interspersed with irreverent backstory, like the time Ke$ha saw him throw his phone in a pool and dove in after it. In the second half of the show, after the launch of the airplanes, came classics like “The Luckiest” and “Brick” and an encore of Ben Folds Five’s “Army” to end the night. Before he took the stage, opener Lindsey Kraft warmed the audience with songs from her original musical.

When the moon doth rise and the stars twinkle bright, we gather to revel in the myth and magic of the night.

Mystic

INTO THE

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