Good morning, Charlottesville.

Jefferson Madison Regional Library hosted a lantern-making workshop as a lead-up to Downtown Mall’s 50th anniversary celebration — lanterns created will be featured in a parade at 8:30 p.m. on July 3.

The Shelter for Help in Emergency has launched its Fresh Start Fund to help survivors cover essential costs such as housing, gas, and groceries.

Donations up to $15,000 will be matched through June 30 by the Charlotteville Area Community Foundation’s donor fund (Lynda White and Vesta Lee Gordon Fund).

At today's Council meeting, staff said Charlottesville's greenhouse gas emissions grew 5% over last year and are 13% above 2020 levels due to increased truck and motorcycle use.

Members approved asking VDOT for funds to redevelop an intersection near the Downtown Mall (part of the Climate Action Plan).

Governor Spanberger and the Virginia Drought Monitor Task Force are urging residents to save water with simple steps as drought conditions persist.

Although local reservoirs remain nearly full today, officials warn that cutting extra water use will help protect supplies for later — a call made statewide.

UVA Health is running a clinical trial to test new treatments for MAC lung disease, a condition that is rising worldwide.

The study at its Charlottesville facility aims to improve patient care.

Sounds of Summer Concert

6-8 p.m. — Tonsler Recreation Center — Free entry — Kick off summer with live music from the 100 Proof Go Go Band and tasty treats from Carnelos Burritos.

Life Hacks for Distracted Brains

5:30-8 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville — Ticketed event — Explore research-based strategies to manage distractions in our busy lives.

Shawn Mullins Concert

8 p.m. — The Southern Café & Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of melodic storytelling with Shawn Mullins in a cozy venue.

The Barber of Seville

2-5 p.m. — The Paramount Theater — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the charming and comedic operatic classic by Rossini sung in Italian with English supertitles.

Lyle Lovett Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Paramount Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the storytelling and musical fusion of Lyle Lovett in a captivating live performance.

Coey Redd Live Performance

8 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sounds of Coey Redd in an iconic Charlottesville venue.