With temperatures soaring around the area, most communities have opened cooling centers to help residents beat the heat. Here are a list of cooling centers by county for you to reference:
Fluvanna County
Fluvanna County Library
214 Commons Blvd.
Palmyra, VA 22963
M, Tu 9-6
W, Th 9-8
F 9-5
Sa 9-3
As of this posting, Fluvanna County has not officially opened a cooling center, but the Library has invited people to come in & enjoy the air conditioning.
Greene County
Greene County EMS Building
9825 Spot...

Spring is one of our favorite seasons of the year and it's not just because of the busy real estate market. We love all the greenery returning, the later sunsets, and being able to keep windows open at night.
We're also lucky to live in a place with such amazing springs and places to enjoy the return of warm weather. So here are some suggestions of some of our favorite things to do during the springtime in Charlottesville.

Nothing beats a day out with man's (or woman's) best friend and there are many pet-friendly places to bring your pups in the area.
Whether you're new to the area, have a new furry friend, or are just looking for somewhere new to go, here are a few dog-friendly places that you should know.
Azalea Park has a fenced-in dog park for off-leash play.
When the heat index tops 100°, but you also need a break from your house, there are some great spots to take the kids for some indoor summer fun.
Charlottesville has many family-friendly options for places to explore and create while enjoying the AC. Here are a few ideas to help you get started:
1. The Scrappy Elephant More than just a creative re-use store, The Scrappy Elephant offers art classes and open studio time where you can use their donated materials to make art of your own.
2. The Virginia Discovery Museum A space where your toddler and big kid can both find things to enjoy, The Virginia Discovery Museum is so much bigger than you realize and has plenty of activities for newborns through age 8.
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