Avery Chenoweth

The author of three books, Avery Chenoweth lives in Charlottesville and writes for national publications including Harper’s and The New York Times Magazine.

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American Ninja Warriors in Virginia Reveal Their Stories of Strength

One theme that connects us all—children and adults—is a love for adventure. In parks andplaygrounds, children chase daydreams, climb hand-over-hand, and fly from swings, as their stories transform the familiar into the fantastic. Cut to 2025, where we have a dizzying obstacle course built for adults, one that uses the stuff that dreams are made […]

Culture

Inside Virginia’s Rowing Renaissance

More than a sport from an age of mythic gods & heroes, crew is arguably a contest of endurance, power, & resilience without equal. Imagine you’re sliding into the seat of a crew shell. It’s at the start of a big race. You’re in an eight boat, which means eight of you will be rowing together, […]

Culture

Polo: Behind the scenes of Virginia’s high-octane sport

The inside scoop on the world’s most addictive sport.

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Top 10 Fall Festivals in Virginia 2025

Alexandria – 23rd Annual Alexandria Art Festival Sept. 13–14: Stroll Old Town’s John Carlyle Square Park as it’s transformed into an outdoor art gallery for this fall festival. Admire the work from more than 200 juried artisans from around the globe. VisitAlexandria.com Virginia Beach – VIRGINIA BEACH NEPTUNE FESTIVAL Sept. 26–28: The 51st anniversary of […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Where to Eat, Drink, & Stay in Staunton During Queen City Mischief & Magic

Staunton might be a small town, but during the annual Queen City Mischief & Magic Festival, the last week of September, it’s larger than life. The festival draws tens of thousands of witches, wizards, warlocks, ghouls, and more to the Shenandoah Valley—and they fill up the local hotels, restaurants, and bars quickly. To plan ahead […]

by Hope Cartwright

A Couple’s Small-Town Makeover

After a successful career in investigative services in Washington, D.C., Terri Wesselman and her husband, Julien Patterson, decided to settle down in Irvington. Initially drawn to the area by the Tides Inn, the couple had been weekending in the Northern Neck since the late ’90s. “There was something about the area that was quiet but […]

by Stephanie Ganz