The Connection Between Monuments and Tourism
The Valentine will launch Controversy/History, an event series that will delve into the connection between monuments and tourism, on Tuesday, December 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. The series will explore the connection between monuments and tourism. Event organizers say the event will include the history of monuments in Richmond, a presentation on the historical […]
Kroger Provides Food and Fuel for FeedMore’s Meals on Wheels
Over the Thanksgiving holiday, Kroger Mid-Atlantic teamed with FeedMore, Central Virginia’s core hunger-relief organization, to cover the cost of meals for approximately 900 seniors and homebound neighbors in the Richmond area. Kroger also made the week extra special for FeedMore’s Meals on Wheels volunteer drivers by handing out fuel gift cards. “We’re very thankful to have […]
Specialty Tours by the Valentine in November
The Valentine has masterfully told the story of Richmond’s 400-year history for over a century. Located in the heart of RVA, the Valentine has served as a place for residents and tourists to discover the region’s history through exhibitions, special events, research opportunities, school programs and other public programs that encourage ongoing dialogue. Beyond the walls of […]
Ellwood Thompson’s Embarks on Collaborative Farm Venture in Hanover
Ellwood Thompson’s, a locally owned and independently operated natural foods market in Richmond since in 1989, is seeking an independent farmer to partner with as the business embarks on a collaborative farm venture in Hanover County. Ellwood’s is inviting proposals for a license to use the property at 7349 Woodville Lane for the purpose of […]
Richmond Photographer Storytelling Night
Mobelux, a fast growing product team in Richmond, has created software for startups and Fortune 500 companies around the country for years. Specializing in mobile apps and building the industrial-strength platforms that power them, Mobelux has earned a reputation for excellence while working with the likes of Tumblr, Disney, iHome, and Marvel. As the local […]
Evergreen Cemetery Engagement Workshop
Created in 1891, Evergreen Cemetery is the resting place for many of Richmond’s African-American leaders of the 19th and 20th centuries, including Maggie L. Walker, John Mitchell, Jr. and Rev. J. Andrew Bowler. There are an estimated 5,000 plots in Evergreen, most of which have become overgrown after years of neglect. The Enrichmond Foundation acquired the […]
Arcade Bar Opens in Scott’s Addition
The Circuit – Arcade Bar is now open in Scott’s Addition. A bar and arcade combo, The Circuit offers classic console games of the past, a 50-tap self-serve craft beer wall, and good eats. The barcade boasts a pay-per-ounce system for beer and a “self-service” atmosphere with food orders placed by phone or at a […]
Indigenous People’s Day Celebration
The crackle of a bonfire and the sounds of children playing created a backdrop this evening for an open forum with local indigenous leaders Andrew Tyler, Vanessa Bolin, and Richard Senegal at the Indigenous People’s Day Celebration. The gathering was hosted at Earth Folk Collective, an urban homestead project in the city of Richmond that […]
Distinguishing Richmond
Moto Richmond, formerly Scoot Richmond, is looking to make an impact. The Manchester based motorcycle dealership recently organized the local Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride (DGR); a worldwide benefit sponsored by Triumph Motorcycles in support of the Movember Foundation. Moto Richmond has been a local organizer for the event since they became a dealership for […]
Kung Fu BBQ To Benefit Tricycle
Kung Fu BBQ to Benefit Tricycle Local meatsmiths JM Stock Provisions, based out of Charlottesville & Richmond, are teaming up The Veil Brewing and Brooklyn’s The Meat Hook for a fundraiser benefiting Tricycle Urban Ag this Saturday. The event, dubbed “Kung Fu BBQ”, will feature a unique menu of Chinese-inspired barbecue prepared by JM Stock and […]