Charlottesville Restaurants Range from International Cuisine to Southern
Charlottesville Offers Multiple Venues for Artists and Performers
Events, Entertainment and Shopping Make Downtown Vibrant
Charlottesville Named Among Heathiest Cities
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Charlottesville Restaurants Range from International Cuisine to Southern

While Mr. Jefferson would certainly delight in Charlottesvilles fine dining scene – full of chic‚ trendy‚ multi-star restaurants – he would also be particularly pleased at the areas wide array of down-home eateries.

Charlottesville Offers Multiple Venues for Artists and Performers

Charlottesvilles arts scene is under construction. Building – literally – on the citys rich heritage‚ The Paramount Theater is being restored to its historic grandeur‚ and the new City Center for Contemporary Arts is providing a home for three key arts organizations.

Events, Entertainment and Shopping Make Downtown Vibrant

With a beguiling mix of historical charm and modern attractions‚ Charlottesville lays claim to having one of the country’s most successful and vibrant downtowns.

Charlottesville Named Among Heathiest Cities

Charlottesville was named one of the top five healthiest cities in the country in the February 2010 issue of Men’s Journal magazine.

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Thomas Jefferson's Academical Village in Charlottesville, VA

Thomas Jefferson's Academical Village is located in Charlottesville, VA.

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Quality of Life in Charlottesville, VA

The home of third U.S. President Thomas Jefferson’s home, Monticello, and the University of Virginia, Charlottesville consistently ranks at or near the top of rankings for the most desirable places to live in the United States. The city has a population of approximately 40,000 residents and is located in central Virginia, 70 miles northwest of Richmond and 110 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. Proximity to the nation’s capital has made it a desirable location for defense industry subcontractors. Historic architecture and strong support for the literary, visual and performing arts all lend to the city’s visual and intellectual appeal.

Recreation
Charlottesville Golf Courses Offer Something for Everyone
If you want to play golf on manicured‚ rolling‚ tree-lined fairways with pristine greens surrounded by concentration-shattering views – and who doesn’t – then you’ve come to the right place. FULL ARTICLE
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Seniors Discover Connections and New Adventures in Charlottesville
With its temperate climate‚ diverse cultural offerings and outdoor opportunities‚ Charlottesville is known as a great place for people of all ages to put down roots. But the city has attracted FULL ARTICLE
Health Care
Martha Jefferson Hospital Opens Separate Facility for Outpatient Care
As things got cramped at Martha Jefferson Hospital‚ the administration took a detailed look at how to offer the highest quality care in the most efficient and comfortable manner. Separating FULL ARTICLE

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If the Charlotte region had an official flag, it would be checkered.   Motorsports are central to the economy and the culture of the region, FULL ARTICLE
Charlottesville-Area Nature Trails Spotlight Area's Scenic Splendor
Turn off the TV‚ get off the couch and walk along one of the numerous trails that exists in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Fresh air and FULL ARTICLE

Digital Magazine

Read the 2009 edition of Images Charlottesville magazine sponsored by the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Thomas Jefferson Partnership for Economic Development. Using ActiveMagazine technology, you can flip through the actual pages of Images Charlottesville magazine on your computer screen.
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