Carrier library is currently undergoing a huge renovation that will increase the size and scope…read more I worked here for several years as a student putting the magnetic security strips in the new books that came in for about $2.13 an hour. The stacks at the library are legendary and somewhat spooky late at night. I spent many a late night here at the last minute studying and writing papers. Library staff are friendly and helpful and you can find nearly anything you need here. There is also an online database to help with searching and most items can be found digitally now. If you don't know or can't find something - be sure to ask the staff, they're happy to help and will save you a lot of time bc this place is huge.

The next stop on a scenic overview road tour on Interstate 64 will bring you here. This one has the…read moreVDOT (Virginia Department of Transportation) Workers Memorial. And of course, a scenic overlook of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This one, in my opinion, seems so much more underutilized. Maybe because people just stopped a few miles up the road. However, if you do bypass this one, you are missing quite the nice view and memorial. The view, will be very similar to the other overlook. The nice part about this stop is the memorial. It is a thought provoking piece. Outlines of a worker or workers that depict those lost while working on the roads throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Each one of those persons lost has their name inscribed on the memorial. Something that sadly happens that could be preventable. Take a moment to stop her and let it set in to slow down. Especially if your travels take you through a construction zone.

Ran upon this rather quickly traveling north I-64 towards Charlottesville, VA. Was a beautiful side…read morestop with gorgeous flowers and panoramic views opposite the memorial. Nice to see such a well-kept, beautiful memorial for fallen highway transportation workers.

On our way out we saw scenic overlooks while heading westbound, we made a mental note of these…read moreareas and decided to make a stop on our way back east. After making our stop for facilities and food, we started out again. We were keeping an eye out for the signs to make the pull off. We got to the first one and found a spot to park. This is not to be confused with the other scenic overlook a few miles ahead. This one is purely for the overlook, with a small bit of history. When you look out over the valley, you get to see in the distance a few peaks. Humpback Mountain will be to your west and Heard Mountain will be to your east. Then you just have the sweeping view of the valley. And for clarity, this is the overlook from the Interstate, not the road that is just below the highway. While here, be sure to check out the historic markers as well. One explaining the Rockfish Gap Meeting. This one pertaining to the commission for the start of the University of Virginia. The second is Flight of Richard C DuPont. Setting the US record for sail planing. This flight took him from near this spot to Frederick, MD. The third, Greenwood-Alton Rural Historic District. A significant passage through this area, being that it is the lowest point in some distance through the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you are looking for a place to stretch your legs during a long haul drive, this is possibly one of the best places to do so.

When you time the stop just right it's a 5 star experience. So today was perfect Fall foliage with…read moreblue skies and large puffy clouds which was ideal for viewing and photography. Help out a new friend and offer to take photos too! There are trash cans use them!

Upstairs on the third floor, a very helpful office staff member who apologized for the…read morereorganization but she let us in on Friday when we were supposed to have called ahead for an appointment. Saved time before going to the Courthouse because they had the relevant indexes!

I would like to sincerely thank Firemen Josh and Julius for their help today. I was heading back…read morehome to Northern Virginia from NC this morning when my tire pressure monitoring system light went off. I stopped at the BP next door and the Exxon up the street but neither station had air. Not being from the area, I was nervous and noticed the Firestation next door to the BP. I stopped in and was greeted by Josh and explained my concerns. He too was surprised that neither station had air but did not hesitate to grab a tire pressure checker and check my tires for me. While Josh was checking my tire pressure, Julius joined us and shared with me how his sensors were doing the same thing. Josh assured me that my tire pressures were within range and I could continue my trip but to be sure and stop if needed. I am so grateful for their kindness and putting my worries at ease. Oddly enough, my TPMS light did not come back on and I made it home safely. Thank you!

Every kid in C-ville should come here (to give their parents an excuse to visit). The facility is…read morebeautiful from every angle in every room. It is a first class firehouse and fitting considering the sacrifices these fighters make to do their jobs. That said, I also appreciated that they were very mindful of being able to articulate a return on investment for how money was spent on the station. For instance, they are very green! . . . even the chiefs car is a hybrid. :) It was also sweet to hear our guide (I believe he was the chief) talk about their commitment to the community. They see themselves of members of the community so the firehouse reflects their loyalties to the community. There was Cavalier stuff all over including on the engines. Even the way the chief engaged the preschoolers was so precious. He was enthusiastic, informative and encouraging. Finally, the lobby was amazing. There were several items prominently displayed to pay homage to the fighters who lost their lives on 9/11. It resonated with me that they were all heroes before they died that day, we just became privy to acts of heroism that they had done or were willing to do long before that day. It was very moving. If you are not able to visit, just look at the pictures I posted. We have such rich history of that day in our city.

Small community center/library. It has a stage, the Ruritans and VFW meet there as well. Nice…read moreoutdoor space for church picnics and the like.

Cute little post office with a stone facade right off Route 33. Love this small town of Elkton,…read morenestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains with about 2500+ people. Dedicated by Eisenhower in 1959, this post office is somewhat historic; it has an interesting plaque, brass mailboxes, a greeting card stand, and a local bulletin board with news and events. Clean and well maintained with handicap ramp. The first post office here was originally at Conrad's general store in 1812, and George Conrad was its first postmaster. (Named for American revolutionary captain Stephen Conrad.) Hours M-F 8:30-4:30, Saturday 9:00-11:00 no passport service.

I love to stop in here and chat with the staff. They always have answers to my local questions. I…read moream new in town and they help guide me. They also love my dog and she loves them, so we stop in and say "hi," maybe weekly or every other week.