Arleen Yobs wants to offer her visitors some time for leasure and entertainment.  Enjoy while you are here.  Bring your kids.  Have some fun!

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What is Feng Shui???
 
Feng Shui looks at how our environment affects how we feel. Our homes, offices, parks, streets, stores, medical facilities, and restaurants are all included. Feng Shui is a science that observes the harmony and flow in a space and how well that space supports the goals of the people who use it....

....I'm pleased to introduce you to Sally Fretwell, renknowned author and consultant in the world of Feng Shui.  I have had the pleasure of knowing Sally for 6 years.  Her popularity in the Charlottesville area has grown consistently over the years, as she has helped others create supportive work and home environments. She aids all types of home owners, businesses, builders, architects, throughout the world. Her web site is filled with 'how-to' , hands-on, information that you can use now.  Her book Feng Shui: Back to Balance has remained the most recommended book on Amazon. To contact Sally, call 434-970-1860.

Top 20 Things to Do in Charlottesville

1. Catch a movie at the art house Vinegar Hill  (220 W. Market St., 434-977-4911)
2. Tour the Grounds of the University of Virginia. ( Call 434-924-7969 for information on times and locations.)
3. Stop by Miller's (109 W. Main St., 434-971-8511), where Dave Matthews tended bar, for last call.
4. Have a frozen custard at Kohr Brothers, (1881 Seminole Trail, Woodbrook Shopping Village) and ride the carosel (little kids only!)
5. Cruise the Skyline Drive for spectacular views.  Call Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, 434-977-4400, for hiking suggestions before you go.
6. Browse New Dominion Bookshop (404 E. Main St., 434-295-2552).  It's John Grisham's favorite.
7. Stroll the Charlottesville City Market (Water St. next to Mono Loco's Restaurant.) on Sat. mornings May through Oct. for the freshest produce, flowers and baked goods.
8. Lunch at the Inn at Court Square (410 E. Jefferson St., 434-295-2800), downtown's oldest house (1785).
9. Visit Ragged Mountain Running Shop (Elliwood Ave. over Eljo's) to get your running/walking gear and information on area trails and training programs.
10. Shop til you drop at Barrack's Road Shopping Center, followed by Cafe au lait at Greenberry's.
11. Visit Carter's Orchards (Rt. 53 E.) to pick apples, peaches and capture the scenic view at the top of the mountain.
12. Drink locally brewed Route 66 root beer, made with chicory, fennel, and anise.
13. Take in a concert at Friday's After Five (April-Oct.) and dine al fresco at one of the many downtown eateries.
14. Tour one or more of the area's fine wineries or attend one of the many wine festivals. 
15. Take a guided tour of Monticello, the neoclassical residence of Thomas Jefferson. 
16. Go Ballooning! Escape on a romantic and adventurous scenic flight high over the majestic and tranquil Virginia countryside. Bonaire Charters, Scott Cohrs, licensed pilot,
    804-293-3561.
17. Ice Skate At Charlottesville's new indoor Ice Park located on the historic downtown mall, open year round. 
18. 
    Go canoeing, rafting or tubing At James River Runners in Scottsville. Canoeing and rafting season, March - October. Tubing season, May - September.   7 days/week. 804-286-2338.
19. Horseback Riding Treat yourself to an exciting (tailored to your skill level) trail ride at Mountain View Stables with Don and Kate Galloway.  Check them out by calling 540-949-5346.
20. Shop for antiques, pottery and handicrafts All around Charlottesville and surrounding counties.

If you have visited or live in Charlottesville and want to share your favorite 'things to do' with us, send me a quick email and we will add your favorites to our list!