Downtown Spotlight

Friends of Cville is excited to bring you the Downtown Spotlight, a new web show that will bring you conversations from local business owners, community leaders, and more who make the Downtown Mall one of the most important eight blocks in the region. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews, behind-the-scenes looks at beloved local establishments, and stories that highlight the spirit of our community.

December 12, 2024

On our fourth show, we spoke with Major Mark van Meter from the Salvation Army about the expansion of their services, including the capital campaign for the construction of new low barrier shelter and proposed solutions in homeless intervention.

November 7, 2024

On our third show, we spoke with Ty Cooper about the upcoming 14th annual United Nations of Comedy and the importance of bringing diverse programming to communities.

October 3, 2024

On our second show, we spoke to the Executive Director and Artistic Director of the Virginia Film Festival, the Executive Director of the Charlottesville Albemarle Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the owner of PawPrints Boutique about all things Doggie Howloween!

September 12, 2024

On our first show, we featured the Assistant Director of Economic Development and took a look at the upcoming Cville Sabroso Festival and VegFest.