FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 12, 2024
Warming Centers Available in Charlottesville Ahead of Forecasted Freezing Temperatures
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – With the potential for extremely cold weather forecasted for next week, the City of Charlottesville would like to remind area residents that warming centers are located at the following locations:
Key Recreation Center:
- Address: 800 E. Market Street
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday through Friday: 12 PM–9 PM
- Saturday: 1 PM - 6 PM
- Sunday: 1PM - 6 PM
Tonsler Recreation Center:
- Address: 501 Cherry Avenue
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday through Friday: 12 PM - 9 PM
- Saturday: 1 PM - 6 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Carver Recreation Center:
- Address: 233 4th Street, NW
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday through Friday: 7:00 AM - 8 PM
- Saturday: 8 AM - 6 PM
- Sunday: 12 PM - 6 PM
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (Central Branch):
- Address: 201 E. Market Street
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday through Thursday: 9 AM - 9 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM
- Sunday: 1 PM - 5 PM
The City of Charlottesville is dedicated to ensuring the safety and comfort of its residents, especially during severe weather conditions. These warming centers are a vital resource for the community to seek shelter and warmth during this period of extreme cold. Area residents in need are encouraged to utilize these facilities to stay warm and protected.
Media Contact:
Afton Schneider
Director of Communications & Public Engagement
City of Charlottesville
schneidera@charlottesville.gov
434-996-0331