Category Archives: Community Info / Involvement

Free National Weather Service SKYWARN Class on April 17

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Office of Emergency ManagementApril 17, 2017 | 6:30 to 9 p.m. | Jefferson Madison Regional Library – Gordon Avenue

The Charlottesville-UVA-Albemarle Office of Emergency Management is hosting a National Weather Service (NWS) SKYWARN class on Monday, April 17, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. This is a free class taught by the NWS that is designed to educate the public on weather threats in this area, as well as strengthen the ties between the NWS and the local community. Upon completion of the course, participants will be registered in the NWS spotter program. The more spotters the NWS has out there, the faster vital information gets to the NWS forecasters who make the decisions to issue lifesaving weather warnings. Register by April 13 »

Need help registering? Please contact Kirby Felts at 434-971-1263 or Allison Farole at 434-970-1798.

Free Garden Basics Workshop – Register by April 3

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Piedmont Master GardenersSaturday, April 8, 2017 | 2 to 4 p.m. | Trinity Episcopal Church

Are you a beginning gardener? On Saturday, April 8, Piedmont Master Gardeners will present a FREE “Garden Tools & Tips” class as part of their Garden Basics program. The class will cover topics like basic tools and supplies you need, reliable tools that perform well, what to use for your particular gardening needs, and simple practices that make gardening easier and more effective. The class will meet at Trinity Episcopal Church at 1118 Preston Avenue in Charlottesville. Continue reading →

Are You Registered for Community Emergency Alerts?

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CodeREDThe Office of Emergency Management recommends that all residents and businesses in the Charlottesville-Albemarle region register for the CodeRED Weather Warning. By registering, residents may receive tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings. Subscribers can select the type of messages they would like to receive as well as how they are warned, including phone, text and email. Learn more »

BOLT: Being Outstanding Leaders Together Against Drugs and Alcohol – April 24

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BOLTMonday, April 24, 2017 | 6 to 8 p.m. | Monticello High School

On April 24, all Charlottesville/Albemarle middle school students and parents are invited to attend BOLT—a fun family event promoting healthy lifestyles and leadership through drug and alcohol education. Parents will hear from UVA’s Gordie Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, while students will hear from David Flood, a national motivational speaker. A free Bojangles’ dinner will be served from 6 to 6:30. Registration is required. Please visit www.youchoosecville.com to register, or click here.

Questions? Please contact Kate Modica at katherine.modica@regionten.org.

Virginia Household Water Quality Program: April 2017 Drinking Water Clinic

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Virginia Cooperative ExtensionVirginia Cooperative Extension provides affordable water testing and interpretation for wells and springs of households in Albemarle County, the City of Charlottesville, and the surrounding counties. Affordable water testing and information about water quality and well and spring care and maintenance will be offered for homeowners this April. Registration is now open for the 2017 Drinking Water Clinic. Continue reading →

Factual Information Related to Immigration Status, Services, and Enforcement in Albemarle County

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Albemarle County LogoIn response to the volume of questions and concerns received about issues related to immigration, Albemarle County has compiled a brochure outlining the County’s current policies and practices as they relate to immigration status: Factual Information Related to Immigration Status, Services, and Enforcement in Albemarle County. In an effort to ensure wide accessibility, these materials are being translated into Spanish and Arabic, and translated versions will be available at the same link when complete.

Charlottesville Polar Plunge Fest – Mar. 11

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Special Olympics VirginiaSaturday, March 11, 2017 | 12 to 4 p.m. | The Shops at Stonefield

Polar Plunge Fest is coming to Charlottesville on Saturday, March 11! The festival will take place at The Shops at Stonefield from 12 to 4 p.m. Plunging starts at 2 p.m. This fundraiser supports Special Olympics Virginia, which provides year-round sports training, competition, leadership opportunities, and health services to more than 27,000 athletes of all abilities. View the event poster »

Free Tax Prep for Households Making Less Than $55,000

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Cville Tax Aid 2017Free tax preparation assistance for the 2016 tax season will be available January 23 – April 18, 2017, through Cville Tax Aid. To receive free tax preparation assistance at one of the 11 coalition sites in Charlottesville, Albemarle, and surrounding counties, taxpayers must have household income of less than $55,000 in 2016. Download an informational flyer »

Rio+29 Small Area Plan Community Meeting – Dec. 12

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Albemarle County LogoMonday, December 12, 2016 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. | Jack Jouett Middle School Cafeteria

On December 12, the Rio+29 Small Area Plan project team will be sharing three land use alternative maps and soliciting feedback on which best achieves the community’s priorities for redevelopment of the Rio+29 area. The comments received at the community meeting will be used to develop a recommended land use map that will form the basis of the Rio+29 Small Area Plan, a guide for the form of future re/development.

Get Involved: Albemarle County Food Drive, Oct. 17 – Nov. 10

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Food DriveAgain, this year, Albemarle County is hosting Albemarle Against Hunger, a food drive for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. Each year, school participation is a vital factor in the success of our food drive! If you would like your school to participate, please communicate with your principal. Your school administrator needs only to contact Jennifer Butler (jabutler@k12albemarle.org) in the Office of Strategic Communications to get started. The event kicks off Monday, October 17! Continue reading →