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September 2019 Newsletter

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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!

Heritage Harvest Festival

Monticello in Charlottesville will host the 13th Annual Heritage Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 21st!

The event celebrates Jefferson’s legacy, and the contributions to American cuisine by enslaved workers, promotes gardening, sustainability, local food, and the preservation of heritage plants. Learn about organic gardening, seed-saving, cheese-making, southern recipes and much more!

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!

Shark Fin Fun Run

Take part in the first-ever Shark Fin Fun Run, hosted by The Paramount Theater and Champion Brewery, on Saturday, August 17th! Channel your inner Jaws and compete as a "Shark" to take a 'bite' out of "Swimmers" flags, or run as a Swimmer and outrun the Sharks!

The event will also feature a Swimmer’s costume contest, a free pour at Champion Brewery, and will be followed by summer classic Jaws on the big screen at Paramount Theater!

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!

Juneteenth Celebration

On June 14th and 15th, the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center will host the 19th Annual Juneteenth Celebration! The event will honor our local ancestors and celebrate our present accomplishments with presentations, a party on the lawn and more!

Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U. S State of Texas–the last state where slaves were told of their emancipation.

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!

Charlottesville for the Holidays

Right outside your Charlottesville apartment you can explore one-of-a-kind places to find unique gifts, make special memories in beautiful settings, or celebrate a favorite tradition in a different way. Get started with a few of our favorite ways to celebrate the holidays in Charlottesville.

The Art Life: Charlottesville's Thriving Art Community

Charlottesville combines special blend of urban sophistication, academic influence, and regional flavor that provides a wealth of opportunities to experience culture. The city's varied and vibrant art community contains an amazing array of opportunities to experience the visual arts. Get started with a few of our favorite stops on your art tour of Charlottesville.

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.