Good morning, Charlottesville.

The Charlottesville Toy Lift event attracted hundreds of volunteers, including local educators and police, resulting in the collection of an estimated 4,000 toys to support underprivileged children during the holiday season.

AHIP, a Charlottesville-based nonprofit, received a $10,000 grant from the CAAR to support critical home repairs for needy residents, underlining the importance of community collaboration in maintaining housing affordability.

The Salvation Army of Charlottesville is urging people to return their Angel Tree gifts by December 14 to support children and teens in need during its 45th annual charity drive.

The Santa Fund has raised $18,168.59 towards its $225,000 goal to provide essentials for children in need, with recent donations including a $2,000 contribution from Martha and George Truxel.

The Paramount Theater in Charlottesville, VA, offers free screenings of two UVA men's basketball games and one women's game, with advance registration recommended.

The University of Virginia receives a $20 million grant from the Quantitative Foundation to construct a new building for the School of Data Science, aiming to foster research and entrepreneurship.

Assoc. Prof. Maya Boutaghou's book, 'White Tongue, Brown Skin,' explores how female writers affected by colonialism use multilingualism to navigate between empowerment and alienation.

Albemarle County implements a new screening program for firefighters to detect esophageal cancer early, given their higher risk due to occupational exposures.

Virginia's women's basketball team loses to Auburn 57-66 despite a standout performance by sophomore guard Kymora Johnson, marking their third consecutive defeat.

Virginia Football receives the largest ever cash donation from an anonymous donor to enhance the program's ability to compete for championships.

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.

Cars & Coffee Gathering in Charlottesville

An eclectic gathering of car enthusiasts featuring a diverse range of vehicles at Barracks Road Shopping Center, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month.

Met Live In HD: Mozart's Fairy Tale

Experience the enchanting broadcast of the Met's acclaimed production of Mozart's fairy tale, featuring a stellar cast and captivating puppetry.

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!