body found in the river near Dock Street
August 31, 2008 - 21:51
A man’s body was found in the river today near Dock Street at around 3:30PM. The police have reported that, “We can’t find any signs of trauma, foul play or anything.”
New farmer’s market headed to Northside in 2009
August 31, 2008 - 18:39
The Richmond Food Collective has the scoop on a new market proposed for Richmond’s Northside: The Market Umbrella is excited to announce a new Farmer’s Market to open next spring in Bryant Park. This will be an afternoon, weekday market, featuring... (more...)
Fan District Hub visits Bryan Park disc golf course
August 31, 2008 - 18:35
F.T. Rea of the Fan District Hub had kind words for the Bryan Park disc golf course in a lengthy piece on the Greater Richmond Frizbee-Golf Association: Just got home from a particularly pleasant round of Frisbee-golf, or disc golf, if you prefer. Played... (more...)
Zed hosts special September Uruguay-themed winemaker’s dinner
August 31, 2008 - 11:12
Zed Cafe on Lakeside Avenue has scheduled its September Winemaker’s Dinner with host Francisco Carrau of Bodegas Carrau, Uruguay. Call 261-5656 for reservations. The dinner is scheduled for Thursday, September 18, beginning at 7:00pm. For details,... (more...)
Zed Saturday Brunch for Families returns in September
August 31, 2008 - 11:10
Zed Cafe on Lakeside Avenue invites kids of all ages for a Saturday morning treat at ZED with an all-new brunch menu, as well as their full lunch menu. Brunch will be served on Saturdays from 10:30am until 2:30 pm. For more details, visit Zed Cafe online.
Star Bright, Star Light – Bryan Park Astronomy Night rescheduled for October 9
August 31, 2008 - 11:07
Come out and see the stars! Richmond’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities is joining with the Richmond Astronomical Society (RAS) to hold a family stargazing night which has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 9, from 7:00... (more...)
Auditions to be held for ‘Read-y for Right’ at Sycamore Rouge
August 31, 2008 - 10:50
Sycamore Rouge, Petersburg’s professional theatre for the community, will be holding auditions for Read∙y for Right, a new play depicting the story of the first civil rights protest in Petersburg, VA. Auditions will be held at Sycamore Rouge, at 21... (more...)
Wreath-making workshop planned at Feathernesters
August 31, 2008 - 10:44
Lakeside’s Feathernesters invites the public to an evening Harvest time wreath-making event from 6:30 until 9:00pm on Tuesday, September 23. Reservations can be made starting Thursday, September 4, by phone only — call 262-7305 to sign up.... (more...)
Feathernesters releases a packed autumn calendar
August 31, 2008 - 10:41
Lakeside’s popular gift shop and eatery, Feathernesters, has something for everyone in its recently updated events calendar: Saturday, September: Annual Brunswick Stew Day (all day long) - Enjoy the smell of a wood fire and the great taste of homemade... (more...)
City Council: July 15 Minutes, Sept. 2 Agenda
August 31, 2008 - 10:36
July 15 2008 Minutes September 2 2008 Agenda
Celebrate Lewis Ginter’s Children’s Garden birthday on September 28
August 31, 2008 - 10:33
On Sunday September 28, from 1:00 until 4:00pm, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden will celebrate the third anniversary of its popular Children’s Garden with a DJ spinning popular children’s tune and a variety of activities. The event is free... (more...)
Northsiders invite neighbors to meet-and-greet with mayoral candidate
August 31, 2008 - 10:27
North Richmond residents Betty Jolly and Matt Mansell have organized a meet-and-greet reception with State Delegate Dwight Jones, who is running as a candidate in Richmond’s mayoral race. The reception will happen this Saturday, September 6, from... (more...)
Better Housing Coalition aims to transform Lincoln Manor
August 31, 2008 - 10:23
The most recent newsletter from Richmond’s Better Housing Coalition outlines the organization’s vision to transform the Lincoln Manor apartment complex in North Richmond. Lincoln Manor is located on North Avenue near Laburnum Avenue. BHC... (more...)
disappointing but not surprising
August 31, 2008 - 10:19
Damned Dirty Apes, the local blog seeking to promote change by documenting “just how filthy we are as human beings”, catches a disappointing moment at Ancarrow’s Landing.
City’s After School Program registration is this week
August 31, 2008 - 10:18
From the City of Richmond: Fall registration for the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities’ After School Programs will take place Sept. 2 through Sept. 5 from school closing to 5:30 p.m. each day. Registration is held in... (more...)
Local Del. Jennifer McClellan Tells About the Democratic National Convention
August 31, 2008 - 09:08
University of Richmond grad and local state delegate (71st District) Jennifer McClennlan has been featured in Newsweek this week as a Superdelegate at the Democratic National Convention. In addition to video from the convention, the article also... (more...)
Throwing Frisbees at Trees
August 30, 2008 - 22:13
Just got home from a particularly pleasant round of Frisbee-golf, or disc golf, if you prefer. Played at Bryan Park, easily the nicest local “basket course” I’ve played. Usually, baskets aren’t my style. Most of the time I play on unmarked object... (more...)
Bark in the Park at Deep Run Park Dog Festival
August 30, 2008 - 13:38
Thanks to All About Kids Magazine for telling us about the 2nd annual Bark in the Park The Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks is teaming up with the Henrico Humane Society to offer the 2nd Annual Bark in the Park. Dog games! Family activities!... (more...)
Mugging on Cherry St.
August 30, 2008 - 12:01
Police responded Thursday night to a mugging near the intersection of Cherry and Albemarle. A student was approached by 2 black males (one of which had a handgun). They demanded money but he did not have any. There were no injuries. Muggers fled and... (more...)
Surprise: R-Braves’ new stadium in Gwinnett County, GA, to cost 50% more than expected
August 30, 2008 - 09:01
New stadiums don’t come cheaply, and apparently they’re even more expensive than expected for the R-Braves’ new home in Gwinnett County, GA. The stadium was to be built for $40 MM, which government officials claimed would pay for itself... (more...)
Amici Update: Targeted re-opening - October
August 30, 2008 - 08:26
Style Weekly interviewed Amici’s owner (who also owns Bistro 27 and La Grotta) and found out more deets about the renovation… Demolition started last week on the Carytown building’s interior, and co-owner Carlo Giaone says he’s hoping... (more...)
inlight Richmond and First Friday to jump start September
August 30, 2008 - 08:16
1708 Gallery’s inlight Richmond will occur from 7PM to midnight this Friday, September 5th. The 100 through 400 blocks of West Broad Street will be closed to cars and will serve as a site specific arena for art. Various locations within these block... (more...)
shooting near M & 31st Streets
August 30, 2008 - 07:39
Daniel has the bird’s-eye take on the aftermath of a shooting last night near M & 31st Streets: It seems that the shooting took place about a block from our house and then the guy rode his bike over to our block and collapsed. The police... (more...)
fire on Accommodation Street
August 30, 2008 - 07:33
Four apartments in the 2000 block of Accommodation Street in Mosby Court were destroyed in a fire at around 9PM last night. [via]
Bark in the Park at Dorey Park Dog Festival
August 30, 2008 - 05:03
Thanks to All About Kids Magazine for telling us about the 2nd annual Bark in the Park The Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks is teaming up with the Henrico Humane Society to offer the 2nd Annual Bark in the Park. Dog games! Family activities!... (more...)
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