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Callan Shore, staff writer The stage was dark and barren except for a few benches, and the actors were dressed in all black. But what appeared to be merely a simple production of an obscure play turned out to be an intense and insightful commentary on bullying. Between Oct. 25 and Nov. 3, Gorilla Theatre […]
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Charles Parziale, staff writer After so many years, The Nook has become a nice place to stop and have a full breakfast or lunch. The Nook is at 415 E. Main street in Charlottesville on the downtown mall. Their specialty is breakfast served all day everyday throughout the week. Sitting down with friends, listening to […]
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Callan Shore, staff writer Nestled in the IX Art Park is Brazos Tacos, an upscale fast food restaurant that will change your perception of tacos. Brazos is in a simple but modern space with beautiful wood and nature-inspired details. Light fixtures made out of grapevines and brightly colored chairs add to the enchanting atmosphere. Brazos […]
Continue ReadingJamie Blake, staff writer The end of week can mean many things for people. They either want to relax and stay home or enjoy a night out in one of the many places Charlottesville has to offer. Most people will be looking to head to their favorite winery or brewery and Charlottesville has captivated the […]
Continue ReadingMontana Mitchell, staff writer Looking for your next Monday night adventure? Look no further because The Local’s Monday Night Jam night has you covered. Walking into The Local on Monday nights is like a warm comforting hug with friendly faces and warm-toned lights. “We live local and are also locally owned,” according to The Local’s […]
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Kaytlynne Gentry, staff writer I was a little disappointed; I was expecting to pick up a book about the history and evolution of superstition, science and magic in A Magical World: Superstition and Science from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, by Derek K. Wilson, but soon found out it was about the study of religion […]
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Jessica Adkins, staff writer The smell of fresh tea and the beautiful, soothing atmosphere of Twisted Branches Tea Bazaar always makes walking up the tall stairway worth it. Sitting with friends and watching the band members stroll in through the doorway is my favorite pastime. On Thursday, Sept. 6, the local band Sundream played their […]
Continue ReadingShawn Kochhar, staff writer upfront attitude, angry approach and impeccable style brought the house down on Sept. 20 at the Altria Theater in Richmond. On tour after having just released his fifth comedy special, Bill Burr showed no sign of stopping or slowing down. “I hope it’s just like the last one,” I heard one […]
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Charles Parziale III, staff writer Music, wine, food, good company and handcrafted chocolate. What more could you ask for? All of this can be found at the Glass House Winery. It is a cozy place where people can experience some of Virginia’s wine culture. “There’s not many other places like this one. People normally show […]
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Jamie Blake, staff writer Located in the heart of Charlottesville’s historic downtown district, there is a quaint, cozy, and hip restaurant called Red Pump Kitchen. This European style restaurant offers a modern twist on Tuscan-style dining experiences. Red Pump Kitchen is a different dining experience than others on the Downtown Mall. Red Pump Kitchen came […]
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