Would You Trade Places?
“Would you trade places with a Black person in this society?” This question, posed to a group of white women in the documentary Deconstructing Karen, is cause for a pause. As the question reverberates, it’s clear that this is a very different kind of dinner party. Candles are lit and wine poured as guests gather […]
Long Live Gallery5: 18 Years of Inspiring Creative Communities
In the heart of Historic Jackson Ward sits the iconic structure of Virginia’s oldest firehouse, Steamer Company No. 5. In present day, the building is the home of Gallery5, an award winning, visual and performing arts center, and community gathering space. For 18 years, Gallery5 has diligently served the region with its mission to facilitate, […]
The DRIPBaR Is Ready to Feed Cells and Fuel Richmonders
Anthony Quintana has a long history of pushing himself to max potential. He’s been a competitive wrestler, kickboxer, and martial arts athlete. And he’s currently performing on a local dance team Fuego Frio. Quintana can now add health and wellness entrepreneur to the impressive list. This week, Quintana will celebrate the opening of The DRIPBaR, […]
Dear Richmond Community Journal’s New Home
Shortly before the Covid-19 pandemic began, the Richmond Grid team quietly worked with the James River Park System to hide an old mailbox in a secret spot in the park as part of a journal writing experiment. Initially located near a granite cliff covered with ivy, the vintage mailbox became home to the “Dear Richmond” […]
Sender Vans: Building the Ultimate Adventure Vehicle
A good adventure, the kind that is hard earned and results in tall tales best told around a campfire with a beer, often begins with a solid traveling companion. Sometimes that means connecting with just the right travel buddy and other times it’s hitting the road solo with just the right adventure mobile. For Peter […]
Empowering Others Through SPEAK
Siyona Singh, a senior at Douglas S. Freeman High School, doesn’t shy away from an opportunity to speak. And she’s on a mission to make sure others don’t either. Not long ago, Singh, who is a student at the Specialty Center for Leadership, Government, and Global Economics at Freeman High School, stepped onto the stage […]
19th Annual Happily Natural Day is This Weekend
Happily Natural Day, an annual festival that was founded in 2003, features music, workshops, guest speakers and a vendor marketplace. Most of all, this dynamic event promotes love and pride in being of African descent. Festival attendees can participate in workshops, lectures, and shop the marketplace for one of a kind art, jewelry, body and haircare […]
804 Day Richmond: Let’s Go
Happy 804 Day, Richmond! Let’s get out there and celebrate all things that make our little city by the river one of the best places to call home. Elaine Digges, a small biz hype woman always on the move, has managed to round up a list of ways local business owners are tipping their hats to […]
You’re Not Alone: Messages of Hope from the Dear Richmond Journal
Have you found our “Dear Richmond” mailbox hidden in the James River Park yet? Once you do, make sure to grab the journal inside, find a nearby rock to sit on while you flip through its pages, and share your thoughts with others who stumble upon this community journaling project too. Below are some of […]
Cheats Movement and Grid Launch Digital Magazine
We’ve partnered with The Cheats Movement, in collaboration with Bizhan Khodabandeh, to publish VOICES digital magazine, a community project reflecting a truly historic time. The digital magazine, featuring 26 essays and 40 photographers, is available for download on The Cheats Movement (https://thecheatsmovement.com/download-richmond-grid-x…) and Richmond Grid websites (https://richmondgrid.com/voices). VOICES is a community essay project created by […]