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🎨📫One of the best gifts of the holiday seaso

🎨📫One of the best gifts of the holiday season was this commissioned piece by local artist @mattlively, celebrating the hidden mailbox in the James River Park System that holds the #DearRichmond community journal. This special collaboration between Grid and @jamesriverpark represents an ongoing collective storytelling project that we’re excited to continue in 2025. We can’t wait to hang this beautiful new piece by Matt, and we hope it inspires you to explore the park, find the mailbox or another meaningful place to pause, reflect, and appreciate the River City’s wild green spaces.

#getoutside #communityjournal #journaling #rvaart #rvaartist #mattlively #jamesriver #jrps #rva #richmondgrid

Community Spotlight 🌟 // The Return of Murphy’s Kids & Skalidays: Where Music Meets Purpose

After seven years, ska legends Murphy’s Kids (@murphyskids) are bringing back their beloved Skalidays for its 20th anniversary— this time, to support Birth in Color (@birthincolor), a life-saving organization promoting diversity in maternal health.

This isn’t just a concert; it’s a celebration of community, connection, and giving back.

Joining the lineup:
✨Mighty Joshua (@mightyjoshua)- Reggae vibes with heart
✨Shagwüf (@shagwuf)- Gritty, soulful garage rock
✨Jackmove (@vb.jackmove) - Energetic ska-punk anthems

📍 Where: The Broadberry (@thebroadberry) 2729 W. Broad St.
🗓️ When: Saturday, December 28, 8:00 pm
💵 Tickets: $20 in advance / $25 day of show

John Charlet (@charlet.john) of Murphy’s Kids shares, “The most meaningful part of bringing the show back is seeing how it strengthens relationships, builds new ones, and supports incredible causes like Birth in Color. We’re honored to make a difference in our community through this event.”

#HappySkalidays #MurphysKids #CommunityMatters #LiveMusic #SupportLocal #BirthInColor

Six Miles Of Christmas Morning 🎄 📸: @billd

Six Miles Of Christmas Morning 🎄

📸: @billdraperphotography

#potterfieldbridge #manchesterbridge #belleisle #richmondreflection #belleislebridge #jamesriverparksystem #beltedkingfisher

✨ Beneath the tree’s soft golden glow, Tiny jo

✨ Beneath the tree’s soft golden glow,
Tiny joys begin to show.
A faithful friend with a velvet coat,
Wearing a bow like a holiday note.

The hum of warmth, the gift of light,
A quiet room, a peaceful night.
Rustling paper, a glimmering tree,
Moments that hold eternity.

Eyes alight with gentle cheer,
Small delights that draw us near.
A wagging tail, a soft embrace,
Simple joys in this sacred space.

Let the world fade, let it rest,
For here lies life at its best.
In tiny glimmers, our hearts align,
The gift of now, a love divine. ✨

GIVE 🙏 // When adversity struck on November 16t

GIVE 🙏 // When adversity struck on November 16th, 1708 Gallery (@1708gallery) and neighboring businesses like Verdalina, Uptown Cheapskate, Birdies, and Common House turned a challenging situation into an opportunity for creativity and community connection. After their windows were damaged by a pellet gun, 1708 Gallery covered them with plywood and partnered with talented students from Appomattox Regional Governor’s School (ARGS) to transform the temporary fix into a mural that lit up the block.

The community spirit didn’t stop there. To raise funds for repairs and continue their mission of fostering creativity, 1708 Gallery launched a special Flat File Friday sale featuring original artworks from their Monster Drawing Rally series (2014–2024). With a mix of direct donations and art sales, they’re rallying together to restore their space and bring new energy to the Richmond Arts District.

Looking ahead, 1708 has exciting plans:
✨ Cabin Fever Auction on February 22, 2025
✨ A spring exhibition by rising artist Kat Thompson (@katsthompson_)

This small nonprofit thrives on the support of its community, and every contribution helps restore not just their windows but the welcoming spirit of Broad Street. Let’s come together to celebrate art, resilience, and connection.

🔗 Catch the full story on richmondgrid.com at the #linkinbio
📍 Visit 1708 Gallery to see how creativity transforms challenges into something beautiful!
📸: @nickdavisphoto

#1708Gallery #RichmondArtsDistrict #SupportLocalArt #CommunityResilience

Community Spotlight // @givingmachinesrichmond 🤍

🌟 Located at @shortpumpmall from December 20th - January 1st, the Giving Machine will make it easy to support local causes by purchasing symbolic items that represent real needs. This unique mobile vending machine turns giving into a fun, interactive experience. Every donation helps create meaningful change!

Seven incredible local and international organizations will benefit from the generosity of your donations:

✨ Shalom Farms (@shalomfarms) – Advancing food justice and equity in Richmond, VA, through farming and community support.
✨ Commonwealth Catholic Charities (@cccofva)– Providing compassionate support to vulnerable communities, regardless of faith.
✨ Community Transformers Foundation (@community_transformers_llc) – Expanding access to essential services for marginalized communities in Virginia.
✨ Circle Center Adult Day Service (@circlecenterva) – Supporting older adults and caregivers with resources for purpose and dignity.
✨ Worthdays (@worthdays) – Celebrating and supporting individuals impacted by the foster care system in Richmond, VA.
✨ Days for Girls International (@daysforgirls)– Empowering women and girls worldwide with access to menstrual care and health education.
✨ Mentors International (@mentorsinternational)– Transforming lives globally through mentorship, education, and entrepreneurial support.

Let’s wrap up 2024 in a beautiful way… through giving back and uplifting our community, together! 🙏

🎶: @djharrisonrva

#rva #richmond #richmondva #givingmachine #service #giveback #shortpumpmall #shortpump #lighttheworld

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