New Virginians
With the approach of the 2020 federal census, a new exhibit at the Library of Virginia highlights the human experience behind Virginia’s increasingly diverse population.New Virginians: 1619-2019 and Beyond showcases the stories of immigrants who now call Virginia home and explores their contribution to the Commonwealth’s past, present, and future. A joint effort of the Library […]
Hire A Local Maker For Custom Work In Seven Easy Steps
You’ve got a special item or project in mind and you’re not sure where to start. You might try what we all do today and head to the internet. Maybe you hunt down the local speciality store, or even check the big box stores. How about hiring a local maker to help you with your […]
BLANCHARD’S COFFEE TO LAUNCH TWO NEW LOCATIONS
After fourteen years as a strictly wholesale coffee roaster, Richmond based Blanchard’s Coffee Roasting Co. will enter the retail coffee shop market with two locations in Richmond. Blanchard’s says that each of the new locations will have their own unique character, but share common details making them distinctly a part of the Blanchard’s ethos. Each […]
History Maker: Candice Streett
The Valentine and the Capital Region Collaborative (CRC) are celebrating this year’s History Makers at Virginia Union University on March 12th. Each day we’re taking a moment to spotlight some of the 2019 honorees. Today we celebrate Candice Streett! Candice is the executive director of Virginia Local Initiatives Support Corporation, an organization focused on providing Richmond residents […]
History Makers: Richmond Triangle Players
A special shoutout to the impressive trailblazers recognized by The Valentine in this year’s History Makers & Community Update. The Valentine and the Capital Region Collaborative (CRC) are celebrating the History Makers at Virginia Union University on March 12th. Each day we’re taking a moment to spotlight some of the 2019 honorees. Today we’re featuring Richmond Triangle […]
History Maker: Janine Bell
The Valentine and the Capital Region Collaborative (CRC) are celebrating this year’s History Makers at Virginia Union University on March 12th. Each day we’re taking a moment to spotlight some of the 2019 honorees. Today we celebrate Janine Bell! Janine is the founder and artistic director of Elegba Folklore Society, an organization which offers immersive engagement in […]
Richmond History Makers: Charleita Richardson
The Valentine has been interpreting Richmond’s 400-year history for over a century. Along the way, the museum has done much more than collect and preserve our region’s story. The Valentine has committed itself to serving as a place of discovery and ongoing dialogue. As the museum works to tell the diverse perspectives of our region, […]
Mean Bird Beer Dinner Supporting Beyond Boundaries
On February 25th, Richmond based businesses, Mean Bird and Väsen Brewing, will host a beer dinner featuring family style fried chicken paired with farmhouse ales, sours, and stouts benefiting Beyond Boundaries. The collaboration is part of an ongoing series of beer dinners at Väsen Brewing, located in Scott’s Addition, designed to support local nonprofits. Mean Bird and Väsen […]
17th Annual Black History Month Lecture
VCU Libraries’ 17th Annual Black History Month Lecture will take place February 20, 2019, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, featuring a thought-provoking discussion about how our society treated African-American veterans after their service and how that affected soldiers and their communities. The lecture, held at James Branch Cabell Library, Lecture Hall (Room 303), will […]
Economic Impact Report Shows Lyft Riders Spend Additional $9.1M in Richmond
Ride-hailing company Lyft has released an annual Economic Impact Report that says riders in Richmond spent an additional $9.1M in the local community due to the availability of Lyft. The report indicates that companies like Lyft are increasingly helping create a seamless city living experience by ?making it easier for people to get around and […]