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Over 55

Tango Anyone?

May 14, 2012

There are a number of dance studios in Charlottesville where students of all skill levels can learn ballroom dancing.  But there’s one studio dedicated to dancing the tango.    Charlottesville Tango studio offers instruction on the Argentine tango with a series of classes as well as evenings reserved for social dancing…  or individual classes as well.    [...]

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New Year, New Diet, Charlottesville Fitness

December 30, 2011

Here we go again.  It’s time for everybody’s New Year’s resolutions, and somehow one of those vows never seems to change from year to year….. THIS will be the year that I achieve my weight and fitness goals.   Before you start sending in all kinds of suggestions, please know that I’m aware of the desirability [...]

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Retirement Mecca: Is Central VA Ready For The Boomers?

November 26, 2011

Is central Virginia doing enough to prepare for the inevitable needs of aging Boomers?   As the Charlottesville area continues to frequent national lists of “best places to live” or “best places to retire”, there is bound to be some strain on the public services as retirees choose our area for their retirements. The Jefferson Area [...]

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Timberlakes Drug Store in Charlottesville

November 19, 2011

In an historic building on a corner of Charlottesville’s downtown pedestrian mall, you can step back in time by at least 50 years.  That may actually be a conservative estimate of the ambience you can find at Timberlakes Drug Store. The experience begins with the apothecary designs on the front windows.  The front door is often just [...]

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Chef Peter Chang Hosts Event for Paramount Theater

September 7, 2011

On Sept. 25th renowned chef Peter Chang will be hosting a dinner and movie event at the Paramount Theater on Charlottesville’s downtown mall. Funds from the Culinary Series will benefit the Paramount, and events begin at Peter Chang’s China Grill at noon.  Then Foodies can head to a tasting reception in the afternoon at the Paramount, with wine [...]

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Generations Care For Each Other in Charlottesville

August 19, 2011

In Charlottesville,  the Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA) sponsors many programs for seniors of all types.   Now they intend to move forward with a concept that’s one of our favorites…. inter-generational daycare programs designed to bring Seniors and Toddlers together for the benefit of both groups. The inter-generational plan has already been working successfully in [...]

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Your Local Food

July 8, 2011

On our farm blog we discuss lots of topics about sustainable farming concepts.  But of course this notion isn’t limited just to the farm community.  All of us benefit from having knowledge about how our food is grown and from supporting our local growers. A great opportunity to learn about local foods and a leader in [...]

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Tribute to Keswick Hall

July 2, 2011

Let’s hear it for Patricia Castelli.    (sounds of “Clink”).   She was once an employee at Keswick Hall (an estate and resort near Charlottesville).  As a result of being questioned often by patrons at Keswick Hall regarding details of Keswick’s history, she took it upon herself to learn much more about the details of this grand [...]

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Charlottesville VA Tourism Thriving

June 11, 2011

  Record numbers of tourists are discovering the charm of Charlottesville. As this report details,  visitors are enjoying everything from the entertainment on the downtown mall,  the UVa Cavalier sports teams’ successes, historical venues, and wineries.  Hotels report an increased occupancy this spring, and the weather continues to encourage outdoor activities.

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Kick Back in Charlottesville This Summer

June 3, 2011

This summer, maybe take your BFF to the drive-in movie?    There’s one near Charlottesville at Fork Union, another near Lexington, and this drive-in near Goochland.    They’re all included in a great article in the link below, so you may want to bookmark this link. It’s always fun to link you to information about how to have [...]

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