Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
Good morning, Charlottesville.
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank received 500 turkeys from a partnership between Kroger and the UVA football team, significantly supporting the community's needs.
The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce is set to relocate before selling its current Fifth Street NE building to focus on future business advocacy efforts.
The Charlottesville Downtown Job Center is set to host a small job fair for local companies next week.
Charlottesville School Board considers renaming Burnley-Moran and Johnson elementary schools to Sunrise Elementary and Tall Oaks Elementary, respectively, as part of an initiative to align school names with contemporary values.
The University of Virginia Darden School of Business ranks fifth in Poets & Quants’ 2024–2025 ranking of U.S. MBA programs, marking its highest-ever placement and maintaining its position as the No. 1 public business school.
The Pancakes and Politics Legislative Breakfast in Charlottesville will focus on 2025 General Assembly session priorities, including housing affordability, with key figures like state Senator Creigh Deeds and Delegates Katrina Callsen and Amy Laufer discussing legislative issues.
Experience LA LOM - An Evening of Instrumental Music
Experience the captivating blend of Cumbia Sonidera, 60’s soul ballads, and classic romantic boleros by the LA LOM trio at The Southern Café and Music Hall.
First Street Fair and Holiday Market
Experience live music and shop from over 20 local artisan and food vendors at the First Street Fair and Holiday Market.
Annual Holiday Celebration Concert by The Charlottesville Band
The Charlottesville Band will host a family-oriented concert featuring traditional holiday favorites, guest artists, and a visit from Santa, while also collecting food donations for the Emergency Food Network.
Lively Gipsy Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
Experience an evening of lively gipsy rumba music with guitarist Vincent Zorn, showcasing influences from Spain, Mexico, and Southern French gypsies.
Christmas Celebration with Elvis Presley Tribute
Enjoy an evening of holiday classics and Elvis hits performed by tribute artist Matt Lewis and the Big Ray and the Kool Kats at The Paramount Theater.
The Wilson Springs Hotel with Holler Choir
The Wilson Springs Hotel will perform alongside Holler Choir at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.
Andrew Marlin Stringband Performance
The Andrew Marlin Stringband will perform live at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.
Songwriter Showcase Featuring Theocles Herrin
This event features talented performers from weekly open mic nights in a showcase hosted by Theocles Herrin.
Tuesday Rumba Night Featuring Vincent Zorn at The Bebedero
Experience a night of Rumba music with Vincent Zorn at The Bebedero in Charlottesville.
Concert by Grammy and Tony Award Winner Leslie Odom Jr.
Leslie Odom Jr., an acclaimed vocalist and actor known for his role in 'Hamilton', will perform at The Paramount Theater showcasing his extensive talents in music and acting.
Park Street Coffee House featuring Billboard Top 40 Hitmaker Dean Friedman
International singer-songwriter Dean Friedman who hit the Billboard Top 40 Pop Charts with memorable songs including Ariel, Lucky Stars, and Lydia is including Charlottesville's Park Street Coffee House on his 2025 US/UK tour. Get your tickets now before this show sells out!
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