I have gone to several theatrical events since I was 10 years old. I have loved almost all of them…read more But as a Virginian I only have had only one favorite which is Landmark Theater in Richmond. Last night was the first time I attended Academy Theater in Lynchburg and I now have a second favorite! I am so thankful it went so well as it was my husbands very first theatrical event. We also have tickets to the Nutcracker and he looks forward to going! He was actually interested in going to another event besides both of those. I think he is on his way to being a theatrical junkie! He said he liked the screen that translated italian to english so he could follow and understand what was going on. He and I both were also glad that when the Director??? welcomed everyone that she did not make any political affiliations which was very welcoming. 10 stars to Academy Theater!!

The historic theatre is truly a gorgeous space. We have been to two concerts here and it feels…read moreworth getting dressed up and being out late. The sound system is amazing, and the seats are very comfortable for theatre seating.

We went to Avoca museum for a special event that they were doing for the Kentucky Derby. It was set…read moreup like a wedding reception. They had lots of TVs and the food that was served was really good. We were also serenaded with a really cool jazz band. They offered bourbon tasting and cigars. We also were given a tour of the museum. The house itself is beautiful and full of charm and has a lot of great history. It is a great place to go visit especially when they do fun events like this. Not just an every day kind of celebration. We met lots of nice people and the staff was amazing.

Hi everyone, I went to the Avoca Museum today. It was fantastic and I really enjoyed it. I highly…read morerecommend you check it out especially since it is free to the public.

Great small town community theatre. The productions are very nice quality and the overall…read moreatmosphere is magical.

Walking around the Monument Terrace…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/monument-terrace-lynchburg?hrid=9B9B_yeoJiezrcCxq_uOfw area, we found this lovely rose garden that is a level spot of land not far away. A walking path goes past a number of rose bushes and there are a few benches. There is also a great view of the James River valley from here. The caption reads, "Mr. Elder's Rose Garden. Lawrence Lloyd Elder (1896-1964) was a valued employee of the City of Lynchburg for over 34 years. His special domain was gardening and his responsibility the greenhouses in Miller Park where the city's flowers were raised for use in the parks. Later he was assigned the care of nearby municipal properties, including Monument Terrace, the Court House, the Post office and the roses in the Confederate Cemetery. In the adjoining remote area he also tended his personal garden of roses, which brought much pleasure to the many city employees in the area. In 1986, twenty-two years after Mir. Elder's death, the Blue Ridge Rose Society, in cooperation with the City of Lynchburg, undertook the revitalization of the garden as a Bicentennial Project. The Garden now serves as a depository of old Lynchburg Roses, all of which are known to have been grown and loved by the people of Lynchburg during its 200 year history." [Review 15085 overall, 587 of 2021, number 1301 in Virginia.]

The Liberty Indoor Track Complex provides a great experience for any track athlete. Recently…read morerefurbished, the track makes you feel very quick and bouncy. I have run both my Mile and 800 personal records in my first races on this track. The coaches do an excellent job in managing the facilities through discipline and labor. Furthermore, Richard Mast and others clean the complex exquisitely, never failing to make the place look beautiful. Whether the vibrant red color, or the pictures on the walls, the complex is a sight for any sports fan to see. It is well organized with bathrooms for athletes and competitors, sets of bleachers, a team area and great concessions. The track provides an excellent environment for fans but also the athletes themselves- providing not only a banked hydraulic track, but also a weight room as well as a warmup track for a variety of activities. The Liberty Track and Field team and their fans are very blessed with this amazing facility, and thanks be to those who keep it the beautiful sight that it is.

We attended Wolfbane's production of A Christmas Carol tonight. Their new Wolf Den on Jefferson…read morestreet is easy to get to and the new seating is super comfortable. They have a nice concessions that isn't pricey. The staff is always great and tonight was no exception. We were checked in quickly and with a smile. They offer coat check so you can be free to wonder without bulky items. The production is top quality as usual and really is a must see for the Christmas season! We laughed, were drawn in emotionally, and rejoiced when Scrooge found his way!

We drove 4 hours to see A Christmas Carol a few night ago, and It was the most amazing play I have…read moreever seen. This production company really did an amazing job. I've been to broadway, and the actors here are honesty better. Every one of these actors played their parts with such feeling, they really dragged you into the play. I was moved beyond words. What an incredible cast!! By the end of the play, you felt like you knew every actor there. Their voices were incredible too! My only criticism is at the very end of the play, they should get together so the audience can take one picture of everyone. I highly recommend seeing any play this company performs. I wish we didn't live so far away, we would be regulars! We will be back every year now!

nice little mom and pop shop in central Virginia directly on the beaten path but still a…read moresignificant ways out of the way regardless. after dropping the cutest of chicks off at CLT to go to FLA I have the rest of the afternoon to try to stay out of trouble... it's just a couple hours to get here and I get to meet some new faces and go roundy round for a couple bucks. the raceway is currently housed in a simple building on highway 460 just west of Appomattox with SLOT CAR RACING spelled out in 24-inch letters. yeah, totally subtle... current tracks include road, oval, and straight line. I will generally drive the road courses when I'm out because it's all driver-vs-track with up to seven other contests going on at roughly the same time... high banks mean high speed and the Gerding King road course is both. even the main straight is tilty! thought my car was going to slide off the track when I set it down on orange; it was moving sort of slideways and hanging on the guide as I started my first lap because the tilt is that aggressive! felt totally out classed and way out of my league for a long minute... but that brief bit of uncertainty makes Mach 1 stand out for me and the need to stay fast all the way around builds character - the skill part is knowing when to "fast" and when to brake. drags and ovals are generally better with a couple other racers to taunt and tease and are usually populated by a dedicated and friendly group on race day. circle track racers are a peaceful and happy people, but like all 'cults' it can take up a good deal of your time and resources ;-) Mach 1 has what it takes to get you on the track and keep you there: they have rentals to get you started or you can pick up ready to drive or build-it-yourself cars in your choice of styles and colors, plus parts and accessories to personalize whatever it is you decide to run. I have a basic factory built that can mostly keep up. I'm not likely to win any serious competition but I'm on the track here and there and elsewhere primarily for the adventure...

Never disappointed! Melinda's quality selection of frames is matched by her knowledge,…read moreprofessionalism and artistic touches. The finishing details that I wouldn't know to do really enhance my art with truly custom framing. And it does make such a difference!

Great work, great shop, and a business that I recommend ... I have had at least five items framed…read moreby Melinda's Frame Shop in Lynchburg. Framing is not inexpensive. That being said, the prices here are in-line with what I expected.