Tag: Virginia

  • 2020 Plan: Aging in Community – JABA again leading the way!

    The year 2020 (when the first wave of “Baby Boomers” born in 1946 will be approaching 75)  is fast approaching! It will be here before we know it, and our community is laying the groundwork now for a wonderful future for citizens of all ages. I am particulary excited to read about JABA’s plans for…

  • Thanks to JABA – our local “myth-busters” – for leading the way!

    How exciting to see our own JABA rewarded with a grant and  praised on the USDA blog! JABA is truly leading the way in many different areas.  I have mentioned before that my favorite volunteer program is JABA’s Friends in School Helping (FISH).  Helping students learn is a wonderful way to keep your brain sharp…

  • Interesting idea! UVa students launch first online, interactive musical

    What an interesting idea!  You can read about this project in today’s Daily Progress, and  here is a link to the student’s  YouTube announcement: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vu4lZzppG4M A cast and technical crew of 48 University of Virginia students will premiere at 8 tonight the first episode of “Musical: The Online Musical” — a project being billed as…

  • Learn how to help build our own community wiki: cvillepedia 101 Training Video #1

    Want to learn more about wikis?    We have a community wiki that could use your help.  Brian Wheeler of Charlottesville Tomorrow has posted a new training video to get you started! This cvillepedia 101 Training Video #1 shows how to create an account and login, create an article for a person, create an article for…

  • Charlottesville – City Seeks Applicants for Boards from City Residents

    Civic engagement is a great way to learn about your community! Here are some opportunities to get involved: Applications are being accepted for the following boards and commissions appointed by City Council: 250th Anniversary Steering Committee – New Committee with 2 year commitment. 12 positions available. Planning Commission PVCC JAUNT Police Advisory Committee Community Development…

  • Lifelong Learning Resources in Charlottesville

    There are so many lifelong learning resources in our area! If you are unable to attend the OLLI Fall 2010  classes, perhaps you can find an alternative. Please take a look at the updated  Learning Resources page and leave a comment to let me know if I have missed anything. Thanks -RuthK via University of…