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Directory of Family Services |
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| Amusement Centers |
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HIGHLANDS GOLF PARK & PIRATE PETE'S MINI GOLF
Route 29 - 10 minutes north of Target Store, Web Site: http://www.highlandsgolfpark.com
985-2765.
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KEGLER'S BOWLING
978-3999.
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PUTT-PUTT GOLF
Two 18-hole miniature golf courses offering party packages and group rates too.
Putt Putt Place off East Rio Rd, Web Site: http://www.putt-putt.com
973-5509.
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| Art and Craft Studios |
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ARTWORKS
620 Albemarle Square, Web Site: http://www.cvilleartworks.com
974-9005.
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GLASS PALETTE
Glass crafting studio for walk-ins, classes, weekend workshops, parties & group outings.
110 Fifth Street NE, Web Site: http://www.theglasspalette.net
977-9009.
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LAZY DAISY CERAMICS, INC. & THE POTTERY PAINTIN' PLACE
Since 1977 - pottery painting, clay classes & parties for kids of all ages.
1709 Monticello Road, Email: lazydaisyinc@aol.com.
295-7801.
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MCGUFFEY ART CENTER
Private lessons, classes, camps & more. Ask for Nini, Ann or Rebekah for kid classes.
210 Second Street, NW, Web Site: http://www.mcguffeyartcenter.com
295-7973.
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MICHAEL'S ARTS AND CRAFTS
971-1072.
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| Cinema |
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CARMIKE THEATRE
973-4294.
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FORK UNION DRIVE-IN THEATRE
842-3624.
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JEFFERSON THEATRE
295-3321.
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REGAL CINEMAS 6
979-7669.
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SEMINOLE CINEMA
980-3333.
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VINEGAR HILL THEATRE
977-4911.
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| Farms and Orchards |
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A.M.FOG
9264 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Web Site: http://amfog.net
540-456-7100.
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BELVEDERE PLANTATION
540-371-8494.
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BERRY PATCH OF FREE UNION
963-0659.
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BUNDORAN FARM
295-3700.
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CARTER MOUNTAIN ORCHARD
Orchard with mountain top views, apple picking, fall festival with hayrides and entertainment.
Rte 53, near Monticello, Web Site: http://www.CarterMountainOrchard.com
977-1833.
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CHARLOTTESVILLE CITY MARKET
823-1583.
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CHILES PEACH ORCHARD
Orchard & seasonal market stand with pick your own apples, peaches, cherries, pumpkins & strawberries.
Greenwood Road, Web Site: http://www.ChilesPeachOrchard.com
823-1583.
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COWS-N-CORN
540-439-4806.
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CRITZER FARM & NURSERY
540-456-4772.
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CROWN ORCHARD
977-0619.
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DICKIE BROTHERS ORCHARD
277-5516.
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DOUBLE B PUMPKIN PATCH
540-854-4277.
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DRUMHELLER'S ORCHARD
263-5036.
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FITZGERALD'S ORCHARD
277-5798.
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GREENFIELD FARM
985-7653.
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HENLEYS ORCHARD
823-2560.
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HILL TOP BERRY FARM
361-1266.
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MANGHAM MANOR WOOL AND MOHAIR
973-2222.
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MAYMONT
804-358-7166.
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MEADOW BLUFF FARM
973-7490.
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MOUNTAIN COVE ORCHARD
263-8002.
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ORCHARDSIDE FARM
540-348-5220.
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SAUNDERS BROTHERS FARM
434-277-5455.
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SEAMANS' ORCHARD
277-5824.
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SILVER CREEK ORCHARD
277-5824.
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WAYLAND ORCHARD
823-7323.
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| Festivals |
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AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL ARTS FESTIVAL
979-0582.
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ALBEMARLE COUNTY FAIR
293-6396.
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ASH LAWN OPERA FESTIVAL
293-4500.
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CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
295-5395.
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CHARLOTTESVILLE FESTIVAL OF CULTURES
Lee Park in early May, Web Site: http://avenue.org/festivalofcultures
245-2817.
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CHARLOTTESVILLE VEGETARIAN FESTIVAL
979-1200.
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COURT DAYS
970-3260.
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CROZET ARTS & CRAFTS
823-2211.
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DOGWOOD FESTIVAL
961-9824.
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FALL FIBER FESTIVAL & MONTPELIER SHEEP DOG TRIALS
973-2222.
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FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL
980-3333.
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FIBER FESTIVAL AT MONTPELIER
540-672-2728.
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FIRST NIGHT VIRGINIA
975-8269.
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FOXFIELD FAMILY DAY AT THE RACES
293-9501.
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GRAVES MOUNTAIN LODGE FESTIVAL
540-923-4231.
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HISTORIC GARDEN WEEK IN CHARLOTTESVILLE/ALBEMARLE COUNTY
804-644-7776.
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JEFFERSON THANKSGIVING FESTIVAL
249-4032.
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MARTHAS MARKET
982-7009.
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NATIONAL FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY
972-1705.
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NELSON COUNTY SUMMER FESTIVAL
800-282-8223.
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QUACKIN' FOR A CAUSE
971-2937.
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STATE FAIR OF VIRGINIA
804-569-3200.
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VIRGINIA FESTIVAL OF THE BOOK
Annual festival of authors and book related programs for all ages.
Web Site: http://www.vabook.org
924-6890.
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VIRGINIA FILM FESTIVAL
982-5326.
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VIRGINIA STATE FAIR
800-588-3247.
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| Frozen Treats |
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BEN & JERRY'S ICE CREAM SHOP
244-7438.
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CHAPS
Old-fashioned ice cream parlor with homemade ice cream, cakes, donuts, & full service grill.
225 East Main, Downtown Mall, Web Site: http://www.chapsicecream.com
977-4139.
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KOHR BROS
975-4651.
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MAGGIEMOO'S
974-6249.
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SPLENDORA'S GELATO
296-8555.
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| Health Clubs |
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ACAC
Three locations for family fitness, aquatics, parties, after-school enrichment, sports academies and camps.
500 Albemarle Square, 111 Monticello Avenue & 200 Four Seasons Drive, Web Site: http://www.acac.com
978-3800.
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ATLANTIC SPORTS & REHAB
978-4915.
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GOLD'S GYM
973-1307.
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JAMES RIVER FITNESS CENTER
286-9000.
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JAZZERCISE
974-6221.
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SHE PERSONAL FITNESS
Lori Wilshire, NASM CPT, Web Site: http://www.shepersonalfitness.com
985-6577.
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STROLLERFIT
953-6888.
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STUDIO 206
206 West Market Street, Web Site: http://www.studio206downtown.com
296-6250.
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THE BODY CENTRE
297-3700.
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UVA INTRAMURAL-RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Recreation, sports & fitness programs for adults & youth. Most are available to the community.
Aquatic & Fitness Center, 450 Whitehead Road, Web Site: http://www.virginia.edu/ims
924-3791.
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| Historic Attractions |
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ADVANCE MILLS HISTORIC DISTRICT
293-6789.
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ASH LAWN-HIGHLAND
293-9539.
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BATESVILLE HISTORIC DISTRICT
293-6789.
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FRONTIER CULTURE MUSEUM
540-332-7850.
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HATTON FERRY
296-1492.
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LEWIS AND CLARK EXPLORATORY CENTER
977-1783.
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MICHIE TAVERN
977-1234.
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MONTICELLO
984-9822.
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MONTPELIER
540-672-2728.
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SCOTTSVILLE MUSEUM
286-2247.
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| Museums |
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AMAZEMENT SQUARE, THE RIGHTMIRE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
27 9th Street, Lynchburg, Web Site: http://www.amazementsquare.org
434-845-1888.
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CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF RICHMOND
877-295-2667.
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FRONTIER CULTURE MUSEUM
540-332-7850.
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KLUGE-RUHE ABORIGINAL ART COLLECTION
400 Worrell Drive, Web Site: http://www.virginia.edu/kluge-ruhe
244-0234.
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SCIENCE MUSEUM OF RICHMOND
800-659-1727.
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SCOTTSVILLE MUSEUM
286-2247.
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SHENANDOAH CAVERNS
Explore caverns, award-winning floats, and agricultural heritage; group packages, too.
261 Caverns Road, Shenandoah Caverns, Web Site: http://www.shenandoahcaverns.com
888-4CAVERNS.
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UVA ART MUSEUM
924-3592.
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VIRGINIA DISCOVERY MUSEUM
Children's museum with hands-on science, history, art exhibits, and programs for ages 1-10.
East end of Downtown Mall, Web Site: http://www.vadm.org
977-1025.
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WALTON'S MOUNTAIN MUSEUM
831-2000.
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| Musical Entertainment |
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CHARLOTTESVILLE AND UNIVERSITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
924-6505.
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CHVILLE PAVILION
245-4910.
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CONCERT BALLET OF VIRGINIA
11028 Leadbetter Road, Richmond, Web Site: http://www.concertballet.com
804-798-0945.
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FRIDAYS AFTER FIVE
245-4910.
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JOHN PAUL JONES ARENA
243-2215.
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MUNICIPAL BAND OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
295-9850.
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OLD CABELL HALL AT UVA
924-3984.
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PRISM COFFEEHOUSE
977-7476.
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SCOTTSVILLE FAMILY PLAYERS
286-6395.
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TUESDAY EVENING CONCERT SERIES
244-9505.
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URSA DRUMS - CHARLOTTESVILLE COMMUNITY DRUM CHOIR
977-8694.
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UVA MCINTIRE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC
924-3052.
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VIRGINIA CONSORT YOUTH CHORALE
979-1565.
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WINTERGREEN PERFORMING ARTS
325-8292.
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YOUTH ORCHESTRA OF CHARLOTTESVILLE-ALBEMARLE
974-7776.
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| Nature Attractions |
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APPALACHIAN TRAIL
263-7015.
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BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY
540-377-2377.
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CAMP ALBEMARLE
973-8755.
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COMMUNITY GARDEN
970-3592.
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CRABTREE FALLS TRAIL
263-7015.
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FAN MOUNTAIN OBSERVATORY
924-7494.
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LEANDER MCCORMICK OBSERVATORY
924-7494.
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LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN
804-262-9887.
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NATURAL BRIDGE
800-533-1410.
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RAGGED MOUNTAIN NATURAL AREA
970-3589.
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SHENANDOAH CAVERNS
Explore caverns, award-winning floats, and agricultural heritage; group packages, too.
261 Caverns Road, Shenandoah Caverns, Web Site: http://www.shenandoahcaverns.com
888-4CAVERNS.
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SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
540-999-3500.
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SKYLINE CAVERNS
800-296-4545.
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SKYLINE DRIVE
540-999-3500.
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WILDLIFE CENTER OF VIRGINIA
540-942-9453.
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WINTERGREEN NATURE FOUNDATION
325-8169.
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| Radio Entertainment |
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TELL US A TALE RADIO SHOW 91.1
924-0885.
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| Recreation Centers |
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CARVER RECREATION CENTER
293-2259.
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CROW CENTER
977-3977.
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DOWNTOWN CENTER
293-8273.
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GARRETT SQUARE CENTER
295-9827.
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GREENWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER
296-5844.
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MEADOWS RECREATION CENTER
296-5844.
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ROCKFISH VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTER
361-0100.
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SCOTTSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER
296-5844.
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WASHINGTON PARK REC CENTER
970-5073.
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WESTHAVEN REC CENTER
296-8318.
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| Spectator Sports |
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JOHN PAUL JONES ARENA
243-2215.
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LYNCHBURG HILLCATS BASEBALL
528-1144.
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RICHMOND BRAVES BASEBALL
800-849-4627.
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RICHMOND KICKERS SOCCER
804-644-5425.
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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA ATHLETICS
800-542-UVA1.
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UVA CAVALIER KID'S CLUB
Membership for kids 8th grade and under includes free admission to many UVa games, a t-shirt, newsletters and more. Sponsored by AlbemarleFamily.
984-8821.
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VIRGINIA POLO CENTER
977-7656.
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| Theatre |
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AMERICAN SHAKESPEARE CENTER
540-885-5588.
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ASH LAWN OPERA FESTIVAL
293-4500.
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BLACK BOX PLAYERS
970-7600.
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COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S THEATRE
961-7862.
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CONCERT BALLET OF VIRGINIA
11028 Leadbetter Road, Richmond, Web Site: http://www.concertballet.com
804-798-0945.
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HORSESHOE BEND PLAYERS
978-5197.
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JEFFERSON YOUTH THEATRE
249-2803.
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LIVE ARTS
977-4177.
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NEW LYRIC THEATRE
977-7478.
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OFFSTAGE THEATRE
244-8432.
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OLD MICHIE THEATRE
Theatre and puppetry shows, classes, parties and camps for children and youth.
221 East Water Street, Web Site: http://www.oldmichie.com
977-3690.
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PARAMOUNT THEATER, THE
Intimate, historic theater offering arts, entertainment and educational events for all ages.
Downtown Mall, Web Site: http://www.theparamount.net
979-1333.
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PIEDMONT VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS
961-5376.
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PLAY ON! A NEW VIRGINIA THEATRE
872-0184.
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SHENANARTS
540-248-1868.
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UVA DRAMA DEPARTMENT
924-3326.
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WINTERGREEN PERFORMING ARTS
325-8292.
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| Theme Parks |
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BUSCH GARDENS, WILLIAMSBURG
800-343-7946.
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GREAT WOLF LODGE - WATERPARK
800-551-9653.
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PARAMOUNT'S KINGS DOMINION
804-876-5000.
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WATER COUNTRY USA, WILLIAMSBURG
800-343-7946.
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| Travel |
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PEACE FROGS TRAVEL/OUTFITTERS
Full service travel agency and outfitter specializing in leisure travel since 1993.
Barracks Road Shopping Center, 1145 Emmet Street, Web Site: http://www.peacefrogstravel.com
977-1415.
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ROYAL OAKS CABINS - CABINS ON THE BLUE RIDGE PKWY
Daily/weekly cabin rentals for 1-12 guests; fireplaces, hot tubs, kitchens, mountain views.
45 Royal Oak Lane, Love, Web Site: http://www.vacabins.com
1-800-410-0627.
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| Water Fun |
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BATTEAU RIVER EXPLORATIONS
973-8642.
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BEAVER CREEK LAKE
296-5844.
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BELMONT PARK SPRAY GROUND
970-3266.
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CHARLOTTESVILLE PARKS & REC PUBLIC POOLS
970-3266.
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CHRIS GREENE LAKE
296-5844.
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CHVILLE CITY POOLS
970-3260.
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CITY OF STAUNTON POOL GYPSY HILL
540-886-6846.
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CLAUDIUS CROZET PARK POOL
823-5834.
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CROW POOL AT WALKER SCHOOL
977-1362.
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FOREST HILLS PARK WADING POOL
296-1444.
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GREENLEAF PARK SPRAY GROUND
970-3266.
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JAMES RIVER REELING AND RAFTING
286-4386.
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JAMES RIVER RUNNERS
286-2338.
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MASSANUTTEN RESORT
Family-fun lodging, indoor water park, ski & snow board packages, dining & golf.
McGaheysville, VA, Web Site: http://www.massresort.com
540-289-9441.
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MCINTIRE PARK WADING POOL
295-9072.
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MINT SPRINGS LAKE
823-5889.
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ONESTY POOL AT MEADE PARK
295-7532.
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ROSE RIVER VINEYARD AND TROUT FARM
540-923-4050.
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SHERANDO LAKE
540-291-2188.
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SMITH POOL AT BUFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL
977-1960.
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SPLASHDOWN WATERPARK
703-361-4451.
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WALNUT CREEK LAKE
979-0960.
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WASHINGTON PARK POOL
977-2607.
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| Zoos |
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MAYMONT
804-358-7166.
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MOUNTAINSIDE PETTING FARM
Visit or plan a party with animals from mini-horses to the friendly camel, Chloe.
141 Blundell Hollow Road, Afton, Web Site: http://www.mountainsidepettingfarm.com
361-0203.
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NATURAL BRIDGE ZOO
Zoo hosts a large collection of rare and endangered species, petting area and special activities.
Natural Bridge, Web Site: http://www.naturalbridgezoo.com
540-291-2420.
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RICHMOND ZOO
804-739-5666.
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SAFARI PARK
540-291-3205.
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SMITHSONIAN NATIONAL ZOO
202-633-4800.
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