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GREENE COUNTY TRANSIT SENIOR SATURDAYS

Greene County Transit, Inc. is offering Senior Saturdays to all seniors age 60 and over. This provides one free round trip each Saturday. We provide public transportation Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Please call 434-985-5205 for more information.

FOCUS FLEA FOR FEBRUARY

Come visit the FOCUS Flea during the month of February to see the quilted treasures of Leah Craig of Tryon Quilts! Leah's work includes quilts, diaper bags, cell phone holders, and other quilted delights!

The Flea is located at 617 West Main Street in the Old Albemarle Hotel, and is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

If you or anyone you know is interested in exhibiting, please go to our website to download an application. We're very excited about this opportunity to support women artists in our community.

Please call 293-2222 if you have any questions, or send an email to jshuklis@focuscville.org.

This fundraiser will benefit both FOCUS and women artists.100% of the gallery fee benefits the clients and programs of FOCUS Women’s Resource Center.

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE 90TH CONCERT SCHEDULE

MUNICIPAL BAND of CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA 90th CONCERT SEASON 2012 All Municipal Band Concerts and Events Are FREE Admission Unless Otherwise Noted
DAY	DATE	TIME	CONCERT	LOCATION
Tuesday	April 17, 2012	8:00 P.M.	Spring Concert	Dickinson Auditorium at PVCC
Tuesday	May 22, 2012	8:00 P.M.	Summer Concert No. 1	Paramount Theater
Tuesday	June 5, 2012	8:00 P.M.	Summer Concert No. 2	Paramount Theater
Tuesday	June 19, 2012	8:00 P.M.	Summer Concert No. 3	Paramount Theater
Saturday	June 30, 2012	Exact Times TBA	2nd Annual Community Band Festival Featuring Bands from All Across Virginia	The nTelos Pavilion
Wednesday	July 4, 2012	9:00 A.M.	Naturalization Ceremony	Monticello Grounds
Tuesday	July 17, 2012	8:00 P.M.	Summer Concert No. 4	Paramount Theater
Tuesday	July 31, 2012	8:00 P.M.	Summer Concert No. 5	Paramount Theater
Tuesday	August 14, 2012	8:00 P.M.	Summer Concert No. 6	Paramount Theater
Sunday	October 21, 2012	3:30 P.M.	Fall Concert Featuring the 2012 Simmons Solo Competition / Murphy Scholarship Winner	Dickinson Auditorium at PVCC
TBA	TBA	TBA	Holiday Concert	TBA

The band wishes to thank the Charlottesville Host Lions Club for their recent generous donation which will be used for technology upgrades at the Municipal Arts Center

3 CHPPT RURITAN CLUB BINGO

You're invited to the Tree Chopt Community Center at 2366 Oliver Creek Road in Troy for Bingo. Saturday February 25th from 5:30pm til it's over. 18 games will be played for pirzes like Vera Bradley and Longaberger Baskets, and gift cards. Concessions will be available, presale tickets at $20.00 and $25.00 at the door, for more information call 434-589-8797

VISUAL ARTS SHOW OPENS AND CONTINUES

12th Annual VSA Visual Arts Show featuring works by dozens of area artists. VSA is the local chapter of VSA which is the International Organization on Arts and Disabilities. VSA gives voice to persons with disabilities. OPENING:

Friday, January 13, 2012.

ALL proceeds from the sale of the art goes directly to the individual artists. Art may be purchased by cash or check -- no credit cards.

The opening is January 13, 2012 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the lobby of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center. City Councilor Kristin Szakos and County Board of Supervisor Chris Dumler will speak around 7:00 at the opening as will Margaret Lee -- a local VSA artist, musician and poet.

The show runs from January 13 - March 12, 2012. Open during performances and shown by appointment, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m

- 2:00 p.m. Call 434-979-9532 for a viewing.

For more information about this art show or VSA arts -- call Mary Miller, VSA volunteer, 434-296-1215 or on cell 434-989-6087.

FIELD SCHOOL BOOKFAIR

Please support Field School of Charlottesville by shopping at Barnes & Noble in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Saturday, February 25, 2012. In an effort to raise money, Field School is working together with Barnes & Noble Booksellers by hosting a Bookfair at the Barracks Road shopping center.

From 9am to 11pm, Barnes & Noble will donate a percentage of every sale made with a special Bookfair I.D. voucher, or when customers mention Field School to cashiers at checkout. The voucher I.D. number may also be used online to benefit the Field School from February 26 to March 1, 2012, when submitted at checkout.

Field School events and programs will be held at Barnes & Noble. These events include West African hand drumming with Darrell Rose, student musical performances, a Literary Scavenger Hunt, a recommended booklist specifically for boys, and more.

The Field School of Charlottesville – a non-profit corporation -- offers a traditional academic curriculum to middle-school boys in grades 5^th through 8^th. Its mission is to “develop well-rounded boys of character and accomplishment.” To that end, involved teachers cultivate the whole boy, giving attention to the academic, social, physical, creative, ethical, and personal development of each male student.

Life after High School Transition Conference and Resource Fair

PREP/Parent Resource Center, in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education T/TAC, will sponsor a free conference and resource fair for students with disabilities and their parents. Community members, educators, and agencies are welcome to attend.

The conference will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2012, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Parent Resource Center/Ivy Creek School Building, 225 Lambs Lane, Charlottesville, and will highlight issues such asSo You’re 18 – Legal Rights and Responsibilities, Transition 101, Postsecondary Education, Vocational /Employment Options and Supports, and Independent Living and more. There will be a student-only session addressing Self-Determination taking place throughout the day.

The morning- only resource fair will provide participants an opportunity to meet with local agencies and organizations that provide services and support for young adults. Lunch is provided with pre-registration, giving parents an opportunity to network with each other.

For more information call (434) 975-9400 ext. 68032 or email sblech@k12albemarle.org . To learn more about transition: www.lifeafterhs.org

NATIONAL PANCAKE DAY

15 HOURS OF FREE FLAPJACKS AT IHOP FEBRUARY 28
National Pancake Day Returns To Benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
WHAT:                 For the seventh consecutive year, IHOP restaurants nationwide will offer each guest a free short stack of its famous buttermilk pancakes on National Pancake Day in an effort to raise awareness and funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
WHY:                   For every short stack of buttermilk pancakes served on National Pancake Day, IHOP guests are invited to make a voluntary donation to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Donations made at IHOPs in the Charlottesville area will benefit the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ program at University of Virginia Children's Hospital. IHOP hopes to raise $2.7 million this year, with a goal to bring the total amount of funds raised to more than $10 million. To find a local IHOP or to donate online, visit www.ihoppancakeday.com.
WHEN:                 TUESDAY, February 28, 2012, 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. (15 full hours)
WHERE:              Participating IHOP restaurants in the Charlottesville area.
National Pancake Day Fun Facts:

IHOP served four million free pancakes on National Pancake Day 2011 and pancake lovers donated more than $2.5 million to children’s charities, exceeding the fundraising goal of $2.3 million.
All of the free pancakes served on National Pancake Day 2011 would create a stack nearly 16 miles high.
Since the inception of National Pancake Day in 2006, IHOP has raised nearly $8 million and given away more than 14 million pancakes to support charities in the communities in which it operates.
National Pancake Day 2011 was IHOP’s largest one-day event in the company’s 53-year history.

THE HEALTH OCCUPATION STUDENTS OF AMERICA, CALL ATTENTION TO BREAST CANCER

The Health Occupation Students of America, Chapter 108, at the Greene County Technical Education Center, is calling your attention to a major disease that affects 1 in every 8 women. Along with women, 1500 men a year are diagnosed with breast cancer. This disease is a malignant tumor that starts from cells of the breast. A malignant tumor is a group of cancer cells that may grow into surrounding tissue or spread to distant areas of the body. To learn more about Breast Cancer go to www.cancer.org. Be safe and remember self exams and mammograms.

SQUARE DANCIING IN FLUVANNA

The Fluvanna Flutterwheels square dancing is March 3^rd, 7:30 til 10pm at the Fluvanna County High School on Central Plains Road, this month’s caller is Bill Harrison and the cuer is Connie Cox.

14TH ANNUAL CHARLOTTESVILLE HEART BALL

14^th Annual Charlottesville Heart Ball

Silent and Live Auctions; Dinner and Dancing

Date: Saturday, March 3, 2012, 6 p.m.

Location:

Farmington Country Club, 1625 Country Club Circle, Charlottesville, VA

Who: Chairman,

Steve Gaines

Heart Society Chair, Dr. Paul Matherne

Auction Chair, Jen Poole

Logistics Chair, Catherine Maino

Healing Heart Society Sponsor, UVA Health System

Join us for the 2012 Heart Ball, an elegant celebration of life, with proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association. The American Heart Association is the nation’s premier volunteer health agency dedicated to reducing disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke, the nation‘s No. 1 and No. 3 killers. Our impact goal is by 2020, to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20% while reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by 20%.

This year the American Heart Association expects more than 200 attendees and hopes to raise $150,000 at the event to help fight Virginia’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers –heart disease and stroke. Each year nearly 20,000 Virginians lose their lives to cardiovascular disease (heart disease, stroke and other vascular diseases). That’s about 53 people every day!

Tickets and more information at (804) 965-6585. www.heart.org/charlottesvillevaheartball

VBS BLOOD DRIVES

UVA Chemistry Building                                                                                   Charlottesville
Thursday, February 23
1:00pm-5:00pm
Bloodmobile, McCormick Rd., Charlottesville

Dayton Mennonite Church                                                                                Rockingham
Thursday, February 23
2:30pm-7:30pm
Social Hall, 4887 John Wayland Hwy., Dayton

Ntelos                                                                                                              Waynesboro
Thursday, February 23
11:00am-3:30pm
Bloodmobile, 1154 Shenandoah Village Dr., Waynesboro

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

Tuesday

May 22, 2012

8:00 P.M.

Summer Concert No. 1

Paramount Theater

JAY DANIELS TO PERFORM BENEFIT CONCERT FOR LOUISA CO. SCHOOLS

Louisa County native and musician, Jay Daniels, will be returning to Louisa for a homecoming performance. The 17-year music veteran has performed with big-band orchestras in Washington, D.C., Richmond, and Williamsburg. Now, Jay Daniels will be coming home for a concert to benefit the Louisa County Public Schools' Relief Fund.

Recently, Jay returned to be the musical accompanist at Mineral Baptist Church. In light of the recent earthquake, Daniels wanted to give back and help those who needed it the most. “This is where I grew up,” says Daniels, “I need to do what I can to give back.”

The Louisa County Public Schools Relief Fund Benefit Concert with Jay Daniels will be held on Saturday, March 3, at 2:00PM at the Louisa Arts Center. The jazz concert will feature numerous piano and vocal solos from Jay as well as duets with fellow Louisa musicians. Tickets will be $10.00 per adult with all proceeds benefiting the Louisa County Public Schools' Relief Fund.

ALBEMARLE HIGH SCHOOL ARTS EXTRAVAGANZA

The Arts Honors society. Is having an art event called the Arts Extravaganza.
March 10, At Albemarle high school , Admission is free,5:30 to 9:00, Great art work from local artists and students.
The event is an art auction and the proceeds are going to art scholarships and the Valley Forge fund.

UVA'S DRAMA DEPARTMENT PRESENTS VINEGAR TOM

UVa's Department of Drama is proud to present its first production of the spring semester, Vinegar Tom, guest directed by John Vreeke. Playing in the Helms Theatre, February 16-18 & 21-25 at 8pm.

Celebrated British playwright Caryl Churchill uses the backdrop of the 17th Century witch trials to highlight the ongoing struggles for acceptance and equality faced by women, even in our world today. Originally penned amid the women’s rights movement of the 1970’s Churchill’s story and themes force all of us to ask tough questions about our own roles in the discrimination we encounter all around us or even participate in.

Tickets are on sale and may be purchased online at http://www.artsboxoffice.virginia.edu, by phone at (434) 924-3376, and in person at the UVa. Arts Box Office, Mon-Fri from noon to 5pm. Tickets are $14 for adults; $12 for seniors, UVa. faculty and stafee, and UVa. Alumni Association members; $8 for students. Free for UVa. students if purchased 24hrs before the show date.

VBS BLOOD SERVICES

Lemons’ Jewelry Louisa
Saturday, February 25
10:00am-2:00pm
Bloodmobile, 501 East Main St, Louisa

Grace Evangelical Church Waynesboro
Saturday, February 25
9:00am-1:00pm
Fellowship Hall, 500 South Wayne Ave., Waynesboro

CHARLOTTESVILLE WOMEN'S FOCUS RESOURCE CENTER 40TH ANNIVERSARY FAIR

Join the Charlottesville Women's Fair as a Sponsor or Exhibitor! March 18th from Noon til 3pm on the city space off the downtown mall, at 100 5^th street Northwest.

The Focus Women’s Resource center is celebrating 40 years with the Charlottesville Women’s fair thanking area business owners who provide goods and services to women in Charlottesville. You can become an event sponsor, exhibitor, or just an attendee,
As FOCUS Women’s Resource Center celebrates our 40^th year in Charlottesville, we invite you to participate in the Charlottesville Women’s Fair, an event celebrating Charlottesville-area business owners who provide goods and services to women in our community.

The event will attract exhibitors from businesses communitywide and will feature breakout sessions on a range of topics of interest to women. Come take advantage of this opportunity to show area women what your business has to offer.

Be a part of the Charlottesville Women’s Fair by:

Becoming an Event Sponsor
Becoming an Exhibitor
Attending the Free Event (a $3 donation is appreciated) More information about presenters and exhibitors will be sent out once people have signed up!

The first annual Charlottesville Women’s Fair will be held Sunday, March 18 from noon to 3:00 p.m. at CitySpace, 100 5^th Street NE, off Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall.

The Fair, presented by FOCUS Women’s Resource Center in honor of their 40^th Anniversary in Charlottesville, will showcase community businesses providing goods and services to women along with breakout learning sessions on topics relevant to women, light refreshments and door prizes.

Attendance is free and open to the public, but a $3 donation to FOCUS is appreciated.

FOCUS would like to thank the following community sponsors for helping to make this event possible: The Women’s Legal Group at Tucker Griffin Barnes, Adams and Garth Staffing , and Locally Charlottesville.

FOCUS Women’s Resource Center offers programs for youth in our area, microloans to women-owned businesses, monthly free seminars on topics including legal, financial, business and career advice, as well as low-priced clothing through FOCUS Flea! located at 617 West Main Street.

For more information, please check FOCUS’ website at http://focus.avenue.org and click on Charlottesville Women’s Fair, or call us at 434-293-2222.

PIEDMONT BAPTIST CHURCH PANCAKE BREAKFAST

A Benefit Pancake Breakfast to raise funds for the rebuilding of the Piedmont Baptist Church after the fire will happen from 8 til noon at the church on March 3^rd.

RELAY FOR LIFE LONGABERBER BASKET BINGO

Longaberger Basket Bingo to benefit the “Friends and Family for Life” Relay for life team will take place March 3^rd at the Gordonsville Fire House. They will play 15 games and food will be for sale. 540-832-3297

SPAGHETTI DINNER

Weyer’s Cave Community Center is the site of the All you can eat Spaghetti dinner on March 3^rd from 4 til 8:30pm to benefit the Fort Defiance High School chapter of Family, career and community leaders of America. 540-245-5050 ask for the FCCLA department.

ELIZABETH ANNA POTTS SUPPER

Come to the Scottsville United Methodist Church on March 3^rd from 5 til 7:30pm for a spaghetti supper with proceeds benefiting two year old Anna Elizabeth Pitts, the daughter of Rob and Krissy Pitts who was diagnosed with leukemia in September. 286-3226 or 286-6075

GUYS AND DOLLS AT WAHS

The WAHS Theatre Ensemble presents Guys and Dolls March 9th and 10th, 8:00 PM March 11th, 2:00 pm at WAHS Auditorium, Crozet. Tickets are on sale at the WAHS main office, Over the Moon bookshop and The Mud House both in Crozet. $10 for adults $6 for students. For more information contact Caitlin Pitts at 434-823-8700 ext.63306 or Cpitts@k12.albemarle.org.

WESTERN ALBEMARLE GIRLS LACROSS CLINIC

The Western Albemarle Girls Lacrosse Clinic for beginners in grades 7 and 8 and all players in grades 3 to 6 will take place Saturday March 10th at the Western Albemarle High School artificial turf field from 1 til 3:30pm. Registration begins at 12:30. the fee is $30 with cash or checks made out to WAHS . Please bring a stick, mouth guard, eye guard and water bottle. The will provide balls and water. The clinic includes free admission to a future home WAHS Women's Lacrosse game. The first 20 girls to register will receive a free WAHS State Championship t-shirt.

LYNDHURST UNITED METHODIST MEN MEATLOAF SUPPER

Lyndhurst United Methodist Men's Club will be holding a "Meatloaf Supper" on Saturday March 3, 2012 from 4 to 7 PM in the churches Fellowship Hall. Menu includes Meatloaf, Green Beans, Corn, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Roll, Desert and Drink. Cost is $7.00 for Adults, $4.00 for Children ages 6-12, Children under 6 eat FREE. For more information contact the church office at 540-943-8057. This event is sponsored by the LUMMC, thank you for your support.

KIDNEY SCREENING

Are your kidneys healthy?

Millions of Americans have kidney disease. Millions more are at risk.

Many have no idea.

Get tested! Learn how to prevent kidney disease. Learn how to stop it!

Come to the Free Kidney Screening sponsored by the UVA Health System Division of Nephrology, Renal Services and the National Kidney Foundation serving Virginia

When: Saturday, March 10, 2012

9a.m. to 2p.m.

Where: Free Clinic. 1138 Rose Hill Dr Suite 200. Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 (Charlottesville/Albemarle Health Department)

Free consultation with UVA Kidney Doctors.

For more information, call: 434-924-5504

We hope to see you there!

FOCUS WOMEN'S RECOURCE CENTER

FOCUS Women’s Resource Center, as part of its continuing commitment to serving women and their families in the greater Charlottesville area, now offers Medicare and Healthcare Advocacy Night beginning February 28, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at its offices at 953 2^nd St. SE.

The primary consultant for this ongoing free event, held the last Tuesday of each month, will be Marci Kramer, Medicare and Geriatric Health Advocate. “If you have or will soon have Medicare, or you are an adult child trying to help your parent with issues as they get older, this free event is for you., says Ms. Kramer. “We will act as your personal research assistant so you don't have to spend the time trying to understand all the complicated rules and regulations. We can cull information related to your Medicare or related insurance options, or give you resources for staying as well and active as possible as you age. We will guide your selection based on what's most important to you.”

FOCUS Women’s Resource Center also provides microloans to women-owned businesses, youth programs through Teensight and GEMS, additional free evening events offering free legal, financial, business or career advice, and low-priced clothing through its Flea! at 617 West Main Street.

Pre-registration is requested by calling 293-2222.

VBS BLOOD DRIVES

Crutchfield Corporation - Headquarters Albemarle
Tuesday, February 28
1:00pm-5:00pm
Bloodmobile, 1 Crutchfield Park, Charlottesville

UVA Medical Center Charlottesville
Tuesday, February 28
2:30pm-8:00pm
1st Floor Dining Conference Rooms, UVA Medical Center, Charlottesville

Gamblers Anonymous of Charlottesvile

Is the obsession to gamble causing a problem in your life? Gamblers Anonymous of Charlottesville meets every Tuesday night at 7, at the ThomasJefferson Unitarian Universalist Church at 717 Rugby road. For immediate help please call 563-6694.

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN AT ALBEMARLE HIGH SCHOOL

March 24th from 9am til 1 pm you are invited to the Junior Leagues' Kids in the Kitchen at Albemarle High School. It's a day of fun, cooking, hands-on-activites, fitness demonstrations, and education. All children ages 3 to 10 and parents are invited free of charge. For more information www.kidsinthekitchen.org

WVPT'S CURIOUS GEORGE PARADE

On Saturday, March 24th, follow the world-famous Curious George in WVPT’s 3rd annual parade on Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall. Part of Charlottesville’s year-long 250th Anniversary birthday bash, the parade begins at 9:30 a.m. near the Omni Hotel and ends at The Paramount Theater for a free screening of “Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey!” Dressing up as your favorite Curious George character is encouraged and the first 250 attendees receive a free Curious George book! Sponsored by Celebrate 250! and Virginia National Bank. Visit www.WVPT.net for more information. WVPT is Your Source for PBS and More!

MADISON COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE WOMANLESS BEAUTY PAGEANT

Madison County's Relay for Life, 3rd annual WomanLESS Beauty Pageant is March 25th at 4pm. The Madiison County High School auditorium is the place, admission is $10 at the door. Concessions and bake sale items will be available to purchase and all proceeds benefit the Madison County Relay for Life. To sign up or sign someone else up, call Lauren Yowell at 434-466-4231 or e-mail missmadison2010@gmail.com

VBS BLOOD DRIVES

Cornerstone Church of Augusta                                                                        Staunton
Wednesday, February 29
2:00pm-6:30pm
Fellowship Hall, 1156 Tinkling Spring Rd., Staunton

JMU Transitions                                                                                               Harrisonburg
Wednesday, February 29
12:00pm-4:30pm
Warren/Taylor Hall – Transitions Room, JMU, Harrisonburg

Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire Department                                                       Nelson
Wednesday, February 29
3:30pm-7:30pm
Rockfish VFD, Route 6 & Route 151, Afton

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

The United States Army Chorus will appear with the band on our June 5th concert at the Paramount Theater.

Tuesday

June 5, 2012

8:00 P.M.

Summer Concert No. 2

Paramount Theate

NANO DAYS AT UVA

Come join the nanoSTAR Institute at the NanoDays Open House at UVa. This event will explain the wonders and fundamentals of nanotechnology. Family friendly activities include a multimedia room with videos and slide shows, posters, games, laboratory tours, and several hands-on demonstrations, and a design/build activity based on concepts such as biomimicry. The open house is free and open to all ages. Come see for yourself why size matters! March 17th 9am til 3pm at Wilsdorf Hall Atrium

STONY POINT ELEMENTARY CRAFT SHOW

The 3^rd annual craft show at Stony Point Elementary School in Keswick is March 10^th from 9 til 1pm… and spaces are still available for your business,, call 973-7026

BLUE GRASS FESTIVAL IN NELSON COUNTY

Blue Grass Festival

Featuring Dixie Ridge, Little Mountain Boys, Country Proud, Lynch Mountain Ramblers and more great bands!

Benefits Roseland Volunteer Rescue Squad, Roseland Va in beautiful Nelson County

Saturday, March 31st, from NOON until ......

at the Nelson Heritage Center, 1653 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Arrington Va 22922

Rt 29 South, 1 mile SOUTH of Colleen on right

For tickets or questions, call 434.996.4019 OR 434.277.5911

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

Tuesday

June 19, 2012

8:00 P.M.

Summer Concert No. 3

Paramount Theater

SKYLINE CAP HEAD START RECRUITING

Skyline CAP Head Start is a preschool program for 3 to 5 year old children. Applications for the 2012 and 2013 school year are being accepted. The child must have turned 3 by September 30, 2012. Children with special needs are encouraged to apply. Skyline CAP Head Start is a free program for income eligible families, the only cost is a small amount of your time. Skyline CAP helps to ensure a smooth transition into kindergarten. For more information call Beverly Harris at 434-985-6930.

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

Saturday

June 30, 2012

Exact Times
TBA

2nd Annual Community Band Festival
Featuring Bands from All Across Virginia

The nTelos Pavilion

BASKETBALL FOR AGES 55 AND UP

Charlottesville Parks and Recreation offers Basketball for Ages 55 and up at the Key Recreation Center 800 East Market Street on Monday and Thursday's from 9:30 till 11:30 am. Interested individuals are invited to attend team play or work on individual skills. For more information call 970-3271 or 970-3264.

BLUEGRASS BENEFIT CONCERT FOR BRENDA GENTRY AND FAMILY

A Bluegrass Benefit concert for Brenda Gentry and family is March 31st at the Dyke Volunteer Fire Department. Dixie Pride, Steve Minter, Country Poor, and the Shenandoah Shakers will play along with a cornhole tournament, plus you can purchase refreshments and a silent auction will be held. All this for a small donation March 31st beginning at 2pm. Proceeds benefit the Brenda Gentry family. For more information, or to make a donation call Jessica Walton or Brenda Shifflett,,, 465-4590

MUSIC FESTIVAL

Mountain Cove Vineyards is hosting a music festival featuring Larry Keel, Eli Cook, Max Collins, Jim Waive, Morwenna Lasko and Jay Pun, Second Draw, and the All New Acorn Sisters- could you post the event on you events calendar... it will be April 29th 2012 10am to Dark...
info at www.mountaincovemusicfestival.com....

5TH ANNUAL VALLEY PLANE PULL

The 5^th annual Valley Plane Pull at the Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport near Weyer’s Cave is April 14^th from 10 am til 3 pm. (rain date 4 21) The Valley Plane Pull is one of the most unique family-focused fundraisers in the Valley!
Anticipating more than 40 teams, the Plane Pull is an event that draws together families, sponsoring businesses, university and civic groups valley-wide to pull King-Air Twin Turboprops for the fastest time.
This is a fun-filled day with airplanes on display, airplane rides, emergency vehicle, antique car and truck show, face painting and a variety of activities for children of all ages! Savor local foods and enjoy live music by valley bands and more!
Proceeds support the Community Mediation Program for Families at FairfieldCenter, a United Way Partner Agency.

SALVATION ARMY'S CHARLOTTESVILLE CORPS CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

The Salvation Army opened its doors on February 12, 1912. Those doors have yet to close.
100 years strong, The Salvation Army's Charlottesville Corps will celebrate its centennial throughout the year 2012. There will be a celebration open to the public on May 4th at the Main Street Arena on the Downtown Mall at 6 PM, complete with The Salvation Army's National Capital Band, classic Salvation Army treats and historical photographs.

CHARLOTTESVILLE MUNICIPAL BAND CONCERT

Tuesday

April 17, 2012

8:00 P.M.

Spring Concert

Dickinson Auditorium at PVCC

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BLOOD DRIVE

The Knights of Columbus Council 3670 and Virginia Blood Services will host a blood drive at Church of the Incarnation, 1465 Incarnation Drive in Charlottesville on Sunday, March 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

If you'd like to sign up or would like more information, please contact Bob Marinchick at 434-823-4068 or r_marincic@comcast.net.

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE APPEARANCE

Wednesday

July 4, 2012

9:00 A.M.

Naturalization Ceremony

Monticello Grounds

ANNUAL ALBEMARLE FAMILY FUN FAIR AND CAMP EXPO

March 11^th from 10am to 3pm come to the Double Tree Hotel for The Annual Albemarle Family Fun Fair & Camp Expo.

Featuring camps for kids & teens from all over the East Coast! This helps parents get a jump on camp shopping. Meet exhibitors from camps offering horseback riding, sailing, sports training, travel, robotics and much more! With entertainment, over $3,000 in great giveaways and special kids' activities!

COACH ARRITT'S WALKATHON

Coach Fletcher Arritt, the longtime basketball coach at Fork Union Military Academy, has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, one of the most common types of blood cancer. A new campus organization, Cadets Against Cancer, has been formed and is making plans to hold a twelve-hour “Coach Arritt’s Walkathon” on April 28, 2012 as a way of showing support and raising scholarship funds to honor Coach Arritt.

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

Tuesday

July 31, 2012

8:00 P.M.

Summer Concert No. 5

Paramount Theater

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

Tuesday

July 17, 2012

8:00 P.M.

Summer Concert No. 4

Paramount Theater

11th Annual Virginia Southern Gospel Jubilee

Free Admission to three evenings of professional southern gospel singing and music. Park Camping/Food Concessions/Beneath multipurpose shelter/Bring a lawn chair. Special Guests: Thurs. @ 6:00 p.m.: The Hinson Group & Driven Quartet. Fri. @ 6:00 p.m.: The Primitive Quartet; Heirline; and The Cornetts. Sat. @ 5:00 p.m.: The Bowling Family (Mike & Kelly); Anchormen Quartet; and The PentecostalOutreachChurch Choir. July 19th through the 21st at Glen Maury Park

Blue Star

Blue Star families of Central Virginia is a nonprofit,nonpolitical support group for family and friends of deployed troops.We meet every 3rd Thursday,each month, at the Amer.Legion(Rt.22/250) @ 6:30PM.New members always welcome!We collect items to send to deployed troops in care packages.The items they request can be found on our website :www.avenue.org/bsfcv,or call 293-4271 for more information.

Corporation for National and Community service

For more than 40 years, volunteers age 55+ have been applying their lifetime of experience to the volunteering and service they do in their communities. These volunteers mentor children, help keep frail elderly adults independent, clean up the environment and respond to natural disasters. Every day these volunteers are enriching their lives and others. Volunteering leads to new discoveries and new friends. Studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and promotes a positve outlook on life. http://www.nationalservice.gov/

Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels is in urgent need of drivers and packers to help deliver meals to our homebound neighbors. Volunteers should be available at lunchtime on a weekday. Training is minimal and can include delivering with another driver. Just a few hours of your time can make a big difference in someone's life. Call the Meals on Wheels office at 293-4364

PALMYRA VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY POKER RUN

The Palmyra Volunteer Fire Company's Poker Run is June 23rd, with registration at 9am, last bike out at 10am. $20 per hand and food and drinks will be available at the final stop along with a 50 50 raffle, and other prizes. The Bike and Car Cruise in is from 1 til 4 and it's free. Call 434-960-5401 or e-mail Fire Poker Run@yahoo.com

Piedmont Dental

Piedmont Regional Dental clinic was created in order to provide dental services to the children in Virginia who are uninsured and qualify for our discounted dental services or who are covered by Virginia Medicaid, FAMIS or FAMIS Plus. PRDC is now scheduling appointments! We will be opening for Patient Care with Dr Robert Laughlin on July 1, 2011. Please help PRDC reach out to the children in our community who qualify for our services.

Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic
13296 James Madison Highway Suite B, Orange, VA 22960

www.vaprdc.org
Phone: 540-661-0008

2nd Annual SARA 3 for all

The 2nd annual SARA 3 for all will happen on April 14th from 10am til Noon on the downtown mall in Charlottesvile. This is a 3 legged race, just bring a friend to enter the race. You wlll get connected to each other and step together to raise awareness about sexual violence and how to stop it by standing up for each other. There will be fun, food, and festivities for the whole family. register today at www.saracville.org

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

Tuesday

August 14, 2012

8:00 P.M.

Summer Concert No. 6

Paramount Theater

AL-ANON

AL-ANON and ALATEEN groups meet throughout the Central Virginia are to offer support to the relatives and friends of alcoholics. For more information, call, (434)-972-7011.

SPCA

The Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA has opened a new SPCA rummage store on Preston Avenue next to Martin Hardware. Store hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm. For more information, call, (434)973-5959.

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank

20,000 people in Central Virginia rely on the Blue Ridge Food Bank every month. Martha Jefferson Hospital is teaming up with the BRFB for National Nutrition Month to restock those empty shelves. You can drop off donations at Martha Jefferson Hospital.

HOSPICE OF THE PEIDMONT CAN HELP YOUR ORGANIZATION

If you are a member of a local civic group, faith community, community organization or neighborhood association or employed by a local business, Hospice of the Piedmont can provide an expert speaker to attend your next meeting and share information on a wide variety of topics related to serious illness and loss…

To learn more, or to make arrangements for a speaker for your organization, call (434) 817-6953

Pacific Intercultural Exchange

Open your heart and your home to an international student. P.I.E. needs host families urgently in our community. For academic year and semester home stay programs. If you are interested, please call P.I.E. at, 1-888-743-8721.

FOCUS

The Focus Women's Resource Center provides individual, couple, and family counseling to individuals of all ages who are experiencing a life crisis. For more information, call, (434)-293-2222

FOCUS provides youth programs through Teensight, Microloans, Empowerment Evenings such as Legal Assistance Night and Financial Assistance Night, and quality boutique-style clothing through our fabulous FOCUS Flea.

Jennie Shuklis

Executive Director

FOCUS Women’s Resource Center

953 Second St. SE

Charlottesville, VA 22902

434-293-2222 x18

434-984-0249 (fax)

www.avenue.org/focus

jshuklis@focuscville.org

Facebook: FOCUS Flea! and FOCUS Women’s Resource Center

YMCA

The YMCA is in constant need of volunteer coaches and coordinators for youth sports leagues. They can work around your interests and availability. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, call the YMCA at, (434)-974-9622.

MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE CONCERT

Sunday

October 21, 2012

3:30 P.M.

Fall Concert
Featuring the 2012 Simmons Solo Competition / Murphy Scholarship Winner

Dickinson Auditorium at PVCC

ROCK OF AGES AT THE JPJ

Set in LA's infamous Sunset Strip in 1987, ROCK OF AGES tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and Sherrie, a small town girl, both in LA to chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. ROCK OF AGES takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair!

PATERNITY ESTABLISHMENT PROGRAM

Dads, if you want to be involved in your child’s life then you need to know this. If you’re not married to your child’s mother when your baby is born, you’re not recognized as the legal father. But there is an easy fix - a mom and dad can sign an Acknowledgment of Paternity form in the hospital. Children do best when both parents are there for them. So dads, if you’re not married, sign the acknowledgement form and get your name on your child’s birth certificate. It’s free, easy, and it’s the right thing to do.

For more information call the Paternity Establishment Program at 866/398-4841.

WOUNDED WARRIORS EQUESTRIAN PROGRAM

The Wounded Warrior's Equestrian Program is looking for financial assistance to support horse farms that are dedicated to matching horses with wounded warriors so they may heal together. The program is based out of Charlottesville, but has farms and ranchs in KY, AL, MO, TX, TN, WA, and 3 in VA. In Purcellville, Powhatan, and DeWitt. For more information about the Wounded Warrior Equestrian Program, call 434-591-0011, or 804-894-5661 or e-mail woundedwarriorequestrianprogram@yahoo.com