Good morning, Charlottesville.

Second Street Northwest and Fourth Street Northeast reopened this week after nearly three months of closure off the Downtown Mall, easing drop-offs for older residents, families, and customers.

Restaurants remain concerned as the Market Street Parking Garage will close its top three floors soon.

Flow Automotive opened its 15th Kia showroom on Richmond Rd. on Pantops Mountain Wednesday night, as local leaders and community members joined the ribbon-cutting celebration featuring refreshments and live art.

The business—rooted in local values—has consistently backed local jobs and non-profits.

The free Sounds of Summer concert series returns to Tonsler Park Saturday, featuring live music & food to bring the community together.

Attendees can enjoy local tunes and treats in a relaxed outdoor setting.

Albemarle County Public Schools construction nears completion for Mountain View Upper addition and ACE Lambs Lane, though the latter faces delays that may impact Scholar Studios.

Officials say contingencies are in place + they plan to welcome students on the first day of school.

Charlottesville City Council is weighing a referendum on a one-cent sales-tax increase to fund long-needed school renovations after a joint session with the School Board on July 8.

The council will vote on sending the petition on July 20 (and meet with the board on Aug. 12) for a possible November ballot.

On Monday, the American Red Cross and Charlottesville Media Group will host the Broadcasters for Blood Drive at Albemarle Square Shopping Center from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event aims to collect 250 units of blood to help hospitals meet increased summer needs.

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.

The Masons Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket information required — Experience live music in a vibrant setting.