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Written by Sarah Shonka, from Charlottesville, Virginia on Apr 19, 2009

Charlottesville, Virginia is a multi-cultural community located in central Virginia. Arts and entertainment are very important to the residents and it's evident city-wide, year round.

Many festivals take place year round including the Festival of the Photograph, Festival of the Book, Virginia Film Festival, Dogwood Festival, and First Night Virginia.

The Dogwood Festival is coming up from April 9-26 and will include a carnival, fireworks, fashion show, golf tournament, parade, and queens ball. The Virginia Film Festival presented by the University of Virginia will take place from November 5-8, and features the Virginia Film Society. First Night Virginia is an annual event in downtown Charlottesville on December 31, 2009. In one night, there will be 70 performances at 24 separate venues.

Art in Place, a nonprofit sponsored by the city council makes art accessible to the general public with a city-wide sculpture garden. Another art tour is First Fridays, occurring weekly and includes an art gallery tour for Charlottesville residents and visitors to enjoy year-round.

For the future performers, The Charlottesville Live Arts Theater offers musical theatre and comedy camps for youngsters.

Also kicking off this month is the Fridays After Five concert series, which is a free event showcasing local bands at the Charlottesville Pavillion.

With so many options ranging from festivals to music, there will always be something for everyone to enjoy.

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