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March 2020 Newsletter

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Dog Walking Trails in Charlottesville

Charlottesville is the perfect city to share life with your dog. There are dog-friendly activities, trails and dog parks are around every corner! You and Fluffy can always find a new place to explore. Whether your perfect walk is in the city limits or on a mountain trail with your outward bound hound, there is a trail near Charlottesville that’s right for you.

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Houseplants for Your Pet-Friendly Charlottesville Apartment

Adding houseplants to your Charlottesville apartment decor can spruce up your space and improve your health, but some plants can put your pets and children at risk. Use our guide to make safe choices the whole family can enjoy!

Virginia Festival of the Book

The Virginia Festival of the Book will take place for its 26th annual year, March 18th through 22th across locations in Charlottesville.

The Festival brings together more than 20,000 writers and readers to promote and celebrate books, reading, literacy, and literary culture with author discussions, panels, speakers, live readings and more.

At the Heart of it All: Charlottesville Living

Charlottesville offers a wealth of options to improve your lifestyle, combining big city opportunity with small town charm. Learn all about the best of Charlottesville living in our handy guide!

The Lumineers

The Lumineers 2020 headlining North American tour will include a stop in Charlottesville at John Paul Jones Arena on Sunday, February 16!

The tour supports the release of the American folk-rock band’s third album, III, and will also feature Mt. Joy, a rising five-piece indie rock band.

Five Reasons to Love Apartment Living

Whether you're considering buying a new home or already a home owner, you may be surprised by all the ways that an apartment community can not only make your life easier, but provide more opportunities to make it better.

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KISS - End of the Road Tour

Charlottesville will host the rock-n-roll legends KISS, during their final tour on February 7th at the John Paul Jones Arena!

Kiss announced they would be ending their career with the END OF THE ROAD TOUR, performing through 2020 and 2021, giving fans one of their last chances to see the legendary band in a live performance!

Perfecting Your “Dog House”

Has your Charlottesville apartment style started to "go to the dogs?" You can balance great apartment decor with dog friendly style to create the perfect "Dog House". Let our apartment decorating suggestions get you started!

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Charlottesville Named in Top 10 Most Giving Cities in U.S.

Tuesday was considered Giving Tuesday across the United States, and according to a study done by Smart Asset, Charlottesville is listed number four out of the top 10 cities that are considered the most giving.

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Holiday Shopping in Charlottesville

Your Charlottesville apartment is the perfect holiday shopping headquarters! Enjoy shopping in the beautiful Charlottesville setting, and find a gift to make everyone on your list smile. Use our handy holiday shopping guide to get started!

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Trans Siberian Orchestra

The Trans Siberian Orchestra will be at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville on December 12th, as part of their Christmas Eve and Other Stories 2019 Tour.

Most well known for their series of rock opera Christmas albums, TSO has sold more than 10 million tickets to their elaborate concerts that feature light shows, lasers, pyrographics, moving trusses, video screens, and effects synchronized to music.

Charlottesville's Grand Illumination

The Charlottesville’s 22nd Grand Illumination takes place Friday, December 6th at the Spring Pavilion, hosted by City of Charlottesville and UVA Community Credit Union.

The free for all ages tree-lighting celebration features live music, fun games and activities, kids’ crafts, food and beverages, over 20,000 LED bulbs illuminating the holiday tree at City Hall Plaza, and so much more!

Holiday Magic: Celebrate the Season in Charlottesville

The leaves are falling and the weather is getting cooler, and the holiday season is just around the corner. Get ready for a magical holiday with our guide to some of the amazing events that are an important part of Charlottesville's favorite holiday traditions!

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Miranda Lambert

John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville will host Miranda Lambert's Roadside Bars & Pink Guitars Tour 2019 on November 7th!

Two-time Grammy Award-winning artist and reigning ACM Female Vocalist of the Year, will be joined by special guests Maren Morris, Pistol Annies, and Tenille Townes. The tour will feature new music and fan favorites from her studio albums.

The Benefits of Apartment Rental: Commitment v. Convenience

Apartment living can provide freedom, manageable costs, and the opportunity to live in a location that is ideal for you - discover the benefits.

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The Cathcart Group Breaks Ground in Chester, VA

The Reserve at Rivington will redefine the lifestyle of those individuals looking for an amenity-rich community to call home.

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10th Annual Festy

On October 11th to 13th the 10th Annual Festy takes place at Charlottesville's IX Art Park! The festival will be moving from rural Nelson County to downtown Charlottesville, focusing on 'Music & Mindfulness'!

The event features music, world-class bands, craft beer, Virginia wine, artisanal spirits, local food trucks, guided meditations, workshops and classes, kids activities, tie-dye workshops, and magic shows, and much more!

Amazing Autumn: Fall Fun in Charlottesville

Charlottesville’s gorgeous scenic beauty and a wealth of activities make this the best season to get out and see the city. Use our Fall Fun Guide to get started!

JoJo Siwa’s D.R.E.A.M. The Tour

The Nickelodeon star and YouTube sensation JoJo Siwa will be at Charlottesville's John Paul Jones Area on September 29th as part of her D.R.E.A.M. The Tour!

JoJo Siwa is a YouTube personality, singer, dancer, entrepreneur, social media influencer, The New York Times bestselling author and star on Nickelodeon’s Lip Sync Battle Shorties and continues to wow audiences night after night with her dynamic live show!

Purr-fecting the Cat Nap

Create the perfect nap niche for your cat and have fun. Upgrade your Charlottesville apartment with variety and new options that will make your home an even better place for your cat to lounge! Here are some of our suggestions to create the purr-fect apartment for your feline roommate!

The Best Part of Summer: Midsummer in Charlottesville

People tend to call Midsummer the "Dog Days" of summer, but in Charlottesville, they can be the best days of summer! Squeeze every last drop of fun out of the season by visiting our guide to all the exciting things that are often the best at the end of summer.

Summer Fun for your Hot Dog

We're in the middle of a heat wave! You can take a dip in the apartment pool to cool off, but when it's too hot to go for a walk by 7 am, your dog finds the heat and humidity much less enticing. Use our guide to entertaining your dog inside and keep your dog happy even when it's too hot to do anything outside.

Big Party in a Small Space: Independence Day Apartment Party

Are you ready to throw a great Independence Day party but think you can't do it in an apartment? Think again! Our helpful tips and our delicious kebab recipe can help you make the most of your space, time, and creativity and help you pull off a fabulous summer party.

Sticks and Stones: New Furniture, New Space

Are you ready for an update to your Charlottesville apartment style, but you dread the hassle of paint? Try some of the great new decorating trends for 2019 and include some of these new furniture pieces and accents to create a brand new space!

Stay Safe for Summer Fun

If you're like us, you can't wait to jump into the Belvedere's apartment pool! The weather is getting hotter and we're looking forward to long, sunny days at the poolside. Before you jump into your Charlottesville apartment pool this Memorial Day weekend, brush up on your water safety!

Apartment Garden Basics

Growing the perfect garden isn’t about space - you can create a beautiful garden just about anywhere. You can grow your own fruit, vegetables, and herbs right in your Charlottesville apartment! With a little basic setup, you can start your perfect apartment garden rather simply!

Here are a few of our tips and tricks for creating everything from a kitchen window herb garden to a balcony vegetable box!

Be a Model Pet Citizen

Charlottesville is a delightfully pet-friendly community! Follow these simple guidelines and you can get the maximum the benefits of living in an apartment home with your best friend.

Apartment Decor for 2019

If your apartment could use a little face-lift to remind you why you love your living room, take a look at the trends for 2019. Modern decorating lets you create an individual space with pizazz!

2019 Fitness Trends to Try in Your Apartment Fitness Center

If haven’t explored your apartment community’s fitness center, make a plan to stop in this year. Achieve your best health without an expensive gym membership by trying out the state-of-the-art fitness center right at home!

Belvedere Announced 1st Place Winner of Readers' Choice 2018 Award

Reserve at Belvedere’s management and staff are so excited & proud to have won the 2018 Reader’s Choice Award for Favorite Apartment Community! This award was voted on by the Daily Progress Readers. It’s an honor to be rewarded for working hard for excellence in customer service, maintenance, apartments and amenities. All three of Cathcart’s Apartment Communities in Charlottesville were recognized by the Daily Progress Readers. It was a full award sweep! Thanks to all our wonderful residents, employees and partners for helping us achieve this award.