There is talk of all that crozet has lost–and I’m sure much has been lost with all of the rapid growth of the last several years. But growth, and it’s associated losses will continue with or without master plans or streetscapes. Shouldn’t the conversation be about what are the Specific losses, and how best to plan growth to mitigate those specific losses?
Things to do in Crozet – 28 November 2009
Join us for a Holiday Open House this Saturday, November 28th, from 12 – 5 PM! In addition to our regular tours and tastings, we will have local artisan vendors, live music and fun for the whole family. Start your holiday shopping early in our Tasting Room store or let us help you plan for your holiday parties. The Tasting Room will also be open on Sunday, November 29th, for tours and tastings.
Yoga in Crozet
A RealCrozetVA reader asked last night, “where are the yoga classes in Crozet”? I knew of the Old Crozet School, ACAC and I’d heard about some classes at the Greenwood Community Center. So, I asked my Twitter friends:
Visitor to RealCrozetVA wants to know where the yoga classes are in Crozet. Advice anyone?
ancym says – @realcrozetva Greenwood CC, http://bit.ly/1rAKP4 , OCSA, http://bit.ly/2e27Hb Guerrilla Yoga Project http://bit.ly/5uvG2n ACAC #yoga #crozet
crozette says – @realcrozetva Yoga is at OCSA and ACAC in Crozet, Polarity Barn in Batesville, Greenwood Comm thru parks & rec, and Ashtanga Yoga in Ivy.
sgoadhouse says – @realcrozetva My wife, Ursula, teaches at OCS Arts. Tu 8:30a, Tu 9:45a & Th 7p http://tr.im/FD4n
Thanks, Twitter friends.
Walk to School Day in Crozet – Friday 20 November 2009
As far as I know, this is only for Crozet Elementary, but why not expand it to all schools in Charlottesville and Albemarle?
If you’re in Old Trail, stop by Trailside Coffee on the way to Brownsville, Henley or Western Albemarle. If you’re in Downtown Crozet, stop by the Crozet Mudhouse. Make a good time of it!
Meet the Artists at Crozet Mudhouse – November 21
From a reader:
Please stop by the Crozet Mudhouse between 2:00 and 4:00 on Saturday, November 21, to meet the artists of Old Crozet School Arts, a nonprofit school for arts instruction located in the old Crozet Elementary School.
We have faculty in dance, drama, art, and music as well as instructors for juggling, beadmaking, knitting, wellness, quilting, pilates, yoga, and French.
Enjoy chatting with the artists over a cup of Mudhouse coffee and watching an ongoing slideshow presentation featuring the school and the work of the artists.
United States Air Force Heritage of America Band’s Langley Winds – Tonight in Crozet
The United States Air Force Heritage of America Band’s Langley Winds woodwind quintet will span more than 250 years of musical tradition when they appear at the Field School for a FREE performance co-sponsored by Old Crozet School Arts and Field School on Monday, November 16th at 7:30 pm. The quintet’s repertoire includes a wide variety of chamber works as well as popular and patriotic pieces.
The quintet’s versatility stems from their diverse educational backgrounds and professional experiences. They hold degrees from music schools all over the country including Indiana University, University of Michigan, West Virginia University, and the North Carolina School of the Arts. Members have performed with the Waco Symphony, West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Central Ohio Symphony Orchestra, San Francisco Wind Symphony, and the Aspen Music Festival Orchestra.
Admission is FREE!!No tickets needed!! Co-sponsored by Field School and Old Crozet School ArtsFor more info: www.old
Crozet Master Plan Forum – 19 November at Field School
The Crozet community is invited to attend public forums on the five year revision of the Crozet Master Plan.
The next forum will be held:
Thursday, November 19, 2009
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Old Crozet School/Field School
The public forum is being held by County staff and the Crozet Community Advisory Council.
This month’s topic is Downtown Crozet, focusing on:
– Promotion of the vitality of small businesses in the central Crozet business district (Downtown)
– Addressing public infrastructure needs (such as sidewalks that connect neighborhoods to downtown and parking)
– Boundaries of Downtown, potential historic district
Participants will have an opportunity to hear a presentation and provide comments and suggestions.
Blue Ridge Food Bank Drive in Crozet
From a reader:
I recently talked to the local Blue Ridge Food Bank, and they desperately need many items. They especially need canned meat (tuna, spam, salmon…). Therefore I am organizing our first canned food drive for Old Trail, otherwise called a “Meat ‘n Greet!” We are planning on meeting Saturday November 14 from 9-11am at Trailside Coffee. At that time please bring some canned food to give to Blue Ridge Food Bank. If you are unable to make it this Saturday, I will leave the box out the following week. Here are some suggestions of things that are always needed:
Canned meat!!!
Peanut butter and jelly
Pasta
Canned fruitThank you in advance for your generosity in helping all those that need a little extra support these holidays. We look forward to seeing you there!
While the author says “Old Trail” I’m saying “Crozet.”
Crozet Streetscape Money Called into Question
The recession is finding its way further into Crozet.
From Charlottesville Tomorrow:
Boyd expressed concern at the amount of money that the County has invested in the project. He said he was not sure if this was appropriate spending given the County’s ongoing budget issues.
“We have two master plans, and we seem to forget about the other one at Pantops that has absolutely no funding for it,” said Boyd. “At the same time, we’re throwing millions of dollars into Crozet.” Meanwhile, he pointed out that improvements called for in the Pantops Master Plan have not yet been funded.
Benish said many of the Pantops improvements are anticipated to be paid for with proffers from developers such as intersection improvements and at least $1 million in sidewalk improvements. Supervisor David Slutzky (Rio) pointed out that the Crozet Master Plan was adopted five years ago, whereas the Pantops Master Plan was only adopted in March 2008.
Blue Mountain Brewery’s Lights Out is Out
From friends at Blue Mountain Brewery:
Today is the release of our tasty Lights Out Holiday Ale. Available on draft & in six-packs here at the brewery. Today is also the first Thursday of the month which means it is Steal the Glass day, all day long. Buy a beer for $5 and you keep the logo glass it comes in, no limit on glass purchases.
Sweet.
