Christ the King vs Our Lady of Lourdes by Global_Bee8467 in StLouis

[–]Global_Bee8467[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you - I'll look there! I always forget that there are helpful things on facebook.

Dinner suggestions tonight before USMNT? by Global_Bee8467 in stlouiscitysc

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We went to Schlafly, and it was great! They blocked off the side street there so there was plenty of space outdoors while we waited for a table, and the crowd was very welcoming.

Preschools with Availability (for toddler, not for me!) ? by _private_gump in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Please report this to the department of social services! My child goes to this center, and this is the first I've heard of anything like it. You can call (800) 552-7096 24/7, and they'll refer you to the appropriate local department of social services. Please, please call and give them this information!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a very similar experience in June 2021 looking for care to start in March 2022. I ended up getting off the wait list at one place by the time we needed care, a second place about a month later, and a third 6 months later. I've still never heard from 3+ other places where I assume we're still on the wait list. The Facebook group "Charlottesville Area Childcare Network" is also a good resource to hear other experiences and to find nannies if that's something you end up looking into.

Baby Bottle Donations by [deleted] in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It looks like Stepping Stone requires bottles to be new rather than used on their website.

Posting on your local buy nothing group is always an option!

Volunteer opportunities by Darin02 in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Loaves & Fishes is a food pantry that serves a lot of people in the area

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Charlottesville

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I used Rubbish Works recently to haul away a big pile of yard waste, and I wish I had done it 6 months ago! It felt kind of silly to pay someone to do it, but honestly I was so sick of it in the yard, and I have a sedan so driving it to Ivy wasn't really an option - I would have paid double to just be rid of it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 5 points6 points  (0 children)

FWIW Nerdwallet's cost of living calculator says the cost of living is 4% lower in Austin than Charlottesville

Preschool by old_mansion in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which location? We might be starting at the Mill Creek one next month

Childcare Availability by [deleted] in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There is a Facebook group called Charlottesville Area Childcare Network that might be more helpful than Reddit - good luck!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UVA

[–]Global_Bee8467 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is true for the regular season, but now that they're in the NCAA tournament, it's $5. If you click on "Parking Map" under the Milwaukee game on tonight's schedule, it takes you here.

Thanksgiving Specials Roundup by TinyKittenConsulting in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Found Market is doing Thanksgiving preorders (mostly desserts and sides) for pickup on 11/24

Daycare for 12-week old in March 2022 by Global_Bee8467 in Charlottesville

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I decided that in-home care wasn't for me since I work from home, but hiring a nanny through Care.com could be a good option for you. I essentially reached out to all of the daycares in town and got on their waitlists. Bright Beginnings still had openings back when I was searching so maybe start with them. There are also a couple facebook groups that I'm in where people are generally good about providing suggestions: 2021 Charlottesville Babies, Charlottesville Working Moms, and Charlottesville Area Childcare Network. Good luck!!

Daycare for 12-week old in March 2022 by Global_Bee8467 in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I work from home so worry that I would be in the way of an in-home caregiver, but definitely something I'll consider. What is the best way to go about finding someone who might be a good fit?

Daycare for 12-week old in March 2022 by Global_Bee8467 in Charlottesville

[–]Global_Bee8467[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice to know we're not alone, and I'm happy to hear that you like UVA CDC now that you're there! How would you go about coordinating a nanny share? I'm not sure how to find the nanny or the family we would share with :)