Good morning, Charlottesville.

Plans to mark the Downtown Mall’s 50th anniversary include historical tours and a lantern display, organizers say.

The celebrations honor the long-standing community landmark downtown.

After two community meetings (with input from activist Don Gathers), local residents near Fifeville are pushing to change zoning rules to address student housing concerns.

They plan to email city council to strengthen housing protections and explore amending the zoning code to maintain neighborhood stability.

Great Harvest will open a grab-and-go location on Downtown Mall in mid-July, offering coffee, sandwiches and pastries + expanding its catering options for local businesses.

The fourth annual Women’s Empowerment Day returns to Jefferson School City Center today.

The event celebrates women by offering opportunities to connect and be inspired.

Rivanna River Company paused downriver paddling and tubing trips today on the Rivanna River because of extreme drought and low water levels.

Local paddlers are encouraged to stay updated on any changes to the conditions.

UVA Continuum Home Health offers in-home medical care to help patients regain independence across Central Virginia.

Director Catherine Harris said a doctor’s order starts a tailored plan where nurses, therapists and aides teach self-care after surgeries or diagnoses + the program supports newborns to older adults.

A new analysis ranks Charlottesville as Virginia's least affordable housing market today — home prices have outpaced local wages in recent years.

Notre Dame coach Mike Brown, a Monticello High School alum, is set to host his annual youth football camp for kids 7 to 13 in Albemarle, giving local youngsters a hands-on chance to learn football skills + sportsmanship.

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.

35th Chihamba Cultural Arts Festival

10 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Booker T. Washington Park — Free entry — Celebrate diverse cultural heritage with vibrant performances and artistic expressions.

Vincent Zorn Live Music

12-4 p.m. — Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards — Cost TBD — Enjoy award-winning wine and Latin guitar with stunning views.