What breweries or places will have live music this weekend?! I’m visiting, so save me the google search.

My wife and I will be staying in downtown Staunton this weekend, visiting for the first time.

What do y’all think the best restaurant in town is?

I am looking for something upscale and any type food so long as it’s good. I’ve seen Zynadoa, Chop House Tavern, and Blu Point Seafood Company. Is there anywhere I’m missing?

Apologies if this is a frequent question. I searched through the Sub and didn’t see much conversation on the subject.

Thanks!

Are there any grocery store recommendations that have a good selection of fresh veggies? I typically go to Aldi and have grown up around Wegmans but am wondering what local grocery stores might have the best vegetable options outside of Aldi? Food lion where I last lived was pretty crappy so I’m hoping that’s not the best option here lol thank you for any input! And I know, I know second post in less than 24 hours total newb lol

Hello Staunton! We spent a lovely weekend in your town visiting from Asheville. But a large abandoned building up on a hill on the right side of the road as we drove south on highway 250, before the interstate ramp, piqued our curiosity.

Cursory research did not help, but we did discover the VA Lunatics Asylum across the road.

Can anyone tell us what the building is?

I just moved here a month ago and noticed they have no curbside recycling bins in for regular trash? Coming from a state where recycling is the standard norm I’m super confused and wondering how on earth this is feasible? I have more recycling on a weekly basis than trash. I thought this area was more progressive 😅🥲

I'll be in the area right before Thanksgiving and am hoping to take advantage of the lower smount of light pollution to take photos of the night sky (I live outside a major city and its too bright here for good night sky photos.) Any suggestions for a very dark place near Stauton that I can be legally after dark and take some photos? Natural Bridge State Park was a suggestion I found online but their website says it closes at dusk.

My friend and I are stopping through Staunton to stay the night Sunday - any dive bar recommendations or live music?

TY!

We live in southern Alabama and are considering moving to Virginia in about two years. We pay $4,500 a year for our 2,600sqft with garage and 250sqft sunroom (will be adding a/c soon so it will be added to our square footage). It will definitely go up again this year because we recently redid our kitchen and floors.

What is your square footage and what do you pay for insurance?

When the general district court building downtown was a jail, there was a rooftop "yard" where prisoners could breathe fresh air and recreate. It's still there, and you can see it from the street. What is its current use today? There a basketball net up there that employees can use? Anything at all?

Does anyone know what the person who was speaking about Gaza said after their mic was cut during Pride over the weekend?

Have there been any updates on when the bridge repairs will be complete? I heard last in August that it would take about a month, but I’m guessing it will require more work than anticipated?

Hi there! My realtor and I have been looking for months for a decent space for a small gym startup. I really only need 400-700 square feet but it is proving very tricky to find that around here. I am wondering if anyone on here knows of spaces that are available privately or are just not listed? It has to be a space where at least a little noise is ok (we do drop some barbells at times) and ceilings need to be over 9 in height. At this point I’m about ready to lease a detached garage if someone has one that has electricity and water!

Hi there! I’m wondering if anyone has info on how the rent at Willow View is for low income folks. My kids and I currently live at Farrier Court but the management at Willow View seems much more invested in the community as a whole, not just in maintaining the property. I sent Willow View a message to inquire but thought I’d ask here as well in case anyone has any insight. Particularly if you also transitioned from FC or EMG to Willow View. Thanks so much!

If you're looking for something to do to get you in the Halloween Spirit, come out to SolArt Center 6 Byers St. for a Halloween Themed Comedy Show! Five comedians will be doing jokes about the spooky season and end their sets with either a trick or treat for the audience enjoyment! PG 13 comedy.

***DRESS UP IN COSTUME***

Snacks and beverages will be available. Any questions? Comment below.

Ticket link info below:

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Where can I find a history of the headliners of the Happy Birthday America series? I am trying to figure out which years the Temptations and the Four Tops played.

The bar at Zenadoah is cool. Upscaleish

Hi there! I’m sure this has been posted before but I couldn’t find it in the search history. I’m wondering if anyone has any recommendations on vets in the area that might be particularly good with cats and also accepting new patients? Or any to avoid even? Thank you for any insight!

Hi there!

I live in Florida and need a change. Wanted somewhere walkable, culturally rich, and has all the seasons.

Some questions!

1. Does Staunton check my boxes? Is it truly walkable/has public transit?
2. What’s the education system look like? I am a teacher of the deaf in Florida right now.
3. What’s there for people in their 20s?

Thank you!

Hey folks! I run a small specialty coffee roasting operation here in Staunton and have seen a great response over the past few months! To celebrate, I'm doing a giveaway for a very special batch of coffee and other goodies.

Coffee Giveaway

Hi there! New to the area and am wondering if anywhere or anyone might host any bluegrass bands or jams weekly or monthly? Not a musician, but just looking to enjoy the music. Thank you! :)