 Do you feel the change of seasons in Charlottesville? That means it's time to get outside and enjoy fall activities. October 26 will be the perfect weekend for apple picking, and because this is the the peak season, Carter Mountain is requiring $10 entrance tickets. Step 1: Buy a ticket for October 26, 4:00PM---> Purchase Ticket Step 2: to help us plan and organize rides---> Register Details:
Meet at UVA's Aquatic Fitness Center at 3:30 PM on Saturday. We will then drive to Carter Mountain Orchard where you can pick your own apples from big apple trees. Enjoy fresh mountain air and a beautiful view of Charlottesville and the surrounding area. You then purchase the apples you pick - give some away to friends too. We'll watch the sunset overlooking the beautiful valleys of Charlottesville from high on the mountain. We'll be back at UVA around 7:30PM. (If you have a car, please let us know, and bring it to help with rides.) We will go to Sharp Top Trail on Sunday, October 20. We'll see the beautiful fall colors at THE PEAK!  You are invited to a fall-colors hike with a 360-degree view. The mountain is located at the beautiful area called Peaks of Otter. The vistas at the top are spectacular and as good as any in Virginia. This trail is moderate to strenuous, with 1.5 hours of hiking straight-up the mountain. Actual hiking time is 2.5-3.0 hours, covering 3.3 miles (5.3 km) with a 1,253 ft (382 meters) gain in elevation. This will be real hiking! Meet at UVA's Aquatic Fitness Center at 12:00 PM Get back to UVA around 9:00 PM This hike is FREE! What to Bring: Bottled water, snacks, dinner in a bag (we will eat at the top of the mountain!) Hiking boots or athletic shoes, warm layered clothing (it tends to be windy and colder in the mountains). Feel free to invite other international students or scholar friends.
Join us for an unforgettable day trip to Appomattox, Virginia, where history comes to life! ISI provided a vehicle to take international students and scholars on a guided tour of the historic Appomattox Court House, where the Civil War was effectively concluded. This is a unique opportunity to learn about American history.  Trip Details:
Meet at UVA's Aquatic Fitness Center by 9:30 AM. We will leave promptly for Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. We'll start with lunch on arrival, followed by a 2.5-hour guided tour of the historic site. 7:30PM Drop off at UVA. The first 15 days of April 1865 were two of the most important weeks in the history of America. ISI will make a trip to Appomattox Virginia to help you learn about the famous events of that time period. The trip will be fun, informative, and will help you as an International student to learn about this important time, not only in American history, but also about how it still impacts America today. It will be led by a friend of ISI, Dan Gritsko who has led ISI student trips in the past. He has over 30 years experience in the travel industry and has led tours in a number of cities. Dan says that the times he spends with ISI students are some of his favorite moments, and he can’t wait to spend time with you on September 28th What You'll Experience:
Cost: $20 for Transportation and Dinner Register Here The registration deadline is September 23. Refunds are available until September 24. For any questions, contact Rajan at 434-962-7631 or Patrick at 434-760-1509 Visit www.isivirginia.com and click on "Photos" to see pictures from past events. We look forward to discovering Appomattox with you! Enjoy a Delicious Dinner, Live Music, and a lovely atmosphere together at a beautiful American home with mountains in the background!  We are excited about starting the new school year. All UVA International students are invited to The WELCOME PICNIC Saturday, August 31 at 4:30 PM ENJOY BEING AT A BEAUTIFUL AMERICAN HOME
 This picnic and welcome event are for all international students and scholars at UVA. Students from around the world can come to ISI Activities and meet other students. Friendships are formed that can last throughout your time at UVA. Local American families interact with internationals throughout the picnic. The event is free and no registration is necessary! HOW TO GET A RIDE FROM UVA TO THE PICNIC There are multiple PICK-UP LOCATIONS for the picnic---> Trinity Van
REMEMBER: WE MEET AT ONE OF THE LOCATIONS MENTIONED ABOVE. WE WILL ENJOY THE FUN, PROGRAM, AND DINNER AND THEN FINISH AT ABOUT 7:15PM. Any questions or ideas??? Go to our website: isivirginia.com or contact: [email protected] or Patrick 434-760-1509 or Rajan 434-962-7631 In order to save gas and reduce parking problems, please try to carpool or join one of the buses instead of driving by yourself.
 Join us Friday, August 16? This will be a fun time to prepare care packages for new international students. I'm sure you remember your first week at UVA--it can be a time of anxiety or a time of excitement and new friends. We want to make sure new students know they are welcome here. A local sewing club has graciously assembled handmade bags, and tonight we will stuff them with all kinds of good things.
Friday, we will meet at 6pm. We'll meet in room 251 in the back of the church at 3101 Fontaine Ave.. We'll have snacks! |