Artists for Hope Launches in Richmond
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Richmond artist Ed Trask did what he does best—he used his brush to show his love for the community he has spent decades painting. The result was a 12×12 piece that he placed on Facebook and Instagram as an impromptu auction last week with 100% of the proceeds […]
VIRTUAL HAPPY HOUR HOUSE SHOW SERIES
Kicking off this week, Richmond Grid is hosting a Virtual Happy Hour House Show series with some of Richmond’s favorite local artists here to show us that you can’t cancel community. You can’t cancel connection. And you certainly can’t cancel the music that brings us closer to one another, despite physical distance. So pour yourself […]
Dear Richmond: Meet the Grid Mailbox
Introducing the Grid Mailbox, a journal writing experiment we’ve created with the James River Park System in a hidden spot along the trail. But here’s the thing, you have to find it! And when you do, look inside for our “Dear Richmond” journals to leave a note, create a sketch, write a love letter to […]
Friday Cheers Announces 2020 Lineup
Friday Cheers, presented by Pacifico, is back! Returning May 1 for its 36th season, this is Richmond’s longest running outdoor concert series. Produced by Venture Richmond Events, Friday Cheers will again offer a stellar line-up featuring breakout bands, national acts, and RVA’s hometown talent. Children 12 and under are free. Here’s what we’re looking at this year: May 1 – Jade […]
RPS Provides Parents with Additional COVID-19 Response Updates
On Friday, Jason Kamras, the Superintendent of Richmond Public Schools (RPS) provided additional updates regarding the school system’s closure in response to COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. For weeks, Kamras has coordinated closely with the Richmond City Health Department to guide efforts by RPS. Since announcing school closures, Kamras says that he has received an outpouring […]
“Wine Girl” To Visit Secco Wine Bar
Secco Wine Bar, in partnership with Fountain Bookstore, Nota Bene Restaurant & Bar and HarperCollins Publishing, is hosting an author talk and wine pairing event with Victoria James, author of “Wine Girl,” a memoir by America’s youngest sommelier. Secco Wine Bar, a European inspired eatery and wine bar specializing in small-production Old World wines and pan-mediterranean […]
Coffee Pop Up at Common House Richmond
Common House, a contemporary social club coming to Richmond, is inviting Richonders to raise a cup to Brandon Bishop, the new Director of Coffee at Common House this Saturday. The coffee pop up will be held at The Outpost, a temporary gathering spot for Common House members and those interested in becoming members. The Outpost […]
Response to COVID-19 by Richmond Public Schools
On Wednesday, Jason Kamras, the Superintendent of Richmond Public Schools (RPS) provided additional updates regarding the school system’s response to COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Kamras continues to coordinate closely with the Richmond City Health Department to guide efforts by RPS. Kamras states that he continues to work closely with Director Dr. Danny Avula on a […]
Pink Boots Society Removes the Limits One Beer at A Time
Eric here, and I’m back. As you know, this past Sunday, March 8th, was International Women’s Day. This day was pretty educational for me because I heard many stories of how women are not just devalued, but underestimated in the brewing industry. On Friday, however, RVA Collaboration Brew by Pink Boots Society showed they could […]
Acclaimed Violinist to Lead RPS Workshop
Tracy Silverman, one of the world’s greatest electric violinists, will give a workshop to 140 Richmond Public School (RPS) students on Tuesday, March 10 from 10:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Participating students include string players and beneficiaries of instruments donated to RPS through proceeds from the Richmond Symphony’s Big Tent program. The workshop will be held at […]