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A different kind of Black Friday in Charlottesville

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Last year, on what is traditionally the “Black Friday” after Thanksgiving, when the holiday shopping season traditionally cranks into overdrive, the Paramount Theater staged its very first Alternative Gift Fair, raising thousands of dollars for 17 of Charlottesville’s beloved non-profits, including organizations dedicated to energy, poverty, animal rescue, nature, the arts, education, innovation, and more.

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Homewood Suites by Hilton coming to Charlottesville

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Ground was broken today for a new Homewood Suites by Hilton at 2036 India Road. Scheduled to be completed in April 2014, the upscale extended-stay hotel will be a four-story, 110,000 square-foot facility. The Hotel will have 149 studio and one-bedroom suites all with living areas and full kitchens. The facility will also offer a fully-equipped fitness center, indoor pool & spa, sports court, 24-hour executive business center and flexible meeting space.

Charlottesville Derby Dames Belle of the Brawl event set for Sunday

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The Charlottesville Derby Dames’ annual beautification bonanza is happening this Sunday, May 5th, at Blue Moon Diner from 10-3! Licensed stylists, nail technicians and massage therapists will be on hand to give you the spa treatment for just $10! Get all dolled up or relax in style, and support the Derby Dames while you’re at it! Don’t forget to sample some of the best food in town at Blue Moon Diner while you are there!