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Restaurant Review for Dinamo

Richmond.com reviewed Dinamo on W.Cary. Dinamo, the latest spot in Vasaio’s repertoire, is another refreshing departure from what everyone else is doing. Forget a monstrous list of craft beers — it’s Legend Lager or an Italian import here. But, fans of spirits such as Campari and Fernet are in luck for an aperitif with dinner. […]

Letter and Article On Canal Wall Controversy

Letter sent to Richmond Chief of Police: Dear Police Chief Tarasovic, It has been eight months since the demolition of the historic Tredegar wall on city property below Oregon Hill. At a regularly scheduled meeting on June 25, 2013, the membership of the Oregon Hill Neighborhood Association (OHNA) approved a resolution asking for a thorough […]

“Here come the grandparents. There go the rules.”

Community Movie Night
Friday, July 12
at dark in Pleasants Park
(behind Pine Street Baptist Church)

Trash/Recycling Pickup Tomorrow

This Wednesday is a red Wednesday, which means trash and recycling pickup. Please make sure you pick up containers after pickup tomorrow night. They do not belong on the sidewalk after tomorrow night. In recycling news, Prince William County in NoVa is proud of its improvement- More than 41 percent of our trash was recycled […]

This Week at Byrd House Market

From email announcement: Hope you had a great weekend! What’s Creamy, Ripe & Delicious? Yogurt and Berries with Honey. Herbed Sausage and Leeks with Mushrooms sauteed in Butter. Herbs Tossed with Sauteed Cabbage and dressed with Lemon Juice and Olive Oil. A Peach! A thick slice of toasted bread with melted butter and raspberry jam […]

In Transition

In case you have not yet noticed, this site is in transition. I hope to have a new theme up soon.
Thanks,
Scott

Who Will Be At The Market Today?

From email announcement: Well, YOU, certainly! The Richmond Tree Stewards and the James River Park System’s new manager Nathan Burrell will be onsite to convince you (as if you needed convincing) that our trees, waterways, and parks are fantastic and essential. AND All our wonderful vendors – farmers and food makers, local crafters of local […]

Oregon Hill Neighborhood Cleanup Scheduled For June 15

City Councilperson Parker Agelasto has scheduled a neighborhood cleanup for Saturday, June 15. He states on the FaceBook event page: “We will be meeting at at William Byrd Community House at 9:00 a.m. Please wear layered clothing and sturdy shoes. Work gloves and trash bags will be provided.”

The Resignators At Broad Appetit

Back when Steve Douglas used to live on China Street, he used to invite neighbors into his kitchen on some evenings to experience wonderful bluegrass concerts. So it’s a mixture of surreal and apropos that Richmonders will get a chance to see Steve play with his ska band and fellow Aussies, The Resignators, at the […]

Sweet Frog Yard Sale Benefited Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Richmond residents Caroline Upshaw and Leigh Weedon organized a yard sale earlier today next to Sweet Frog at 815 W. Cary Street, with all of the proceeds going to the American Red Cross and victims of the Oklahoma tragedy. Sweet Frog also donated 20 percent of sales from its shop. A silent auction included items […]

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