2+ week, 6+ hour ago   (243+ words) “For 35 years, Down Home Family Reunion has created a place where culture is experienced across generations rather than simply observed,” said Bell. “Seeing families, artists, community organizations and local businesses gather in Historic Jackson Ward affirmed the importance of keeping…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (249+ words) The Dogwood Dell is a post-Great Depression venue created in Richmond just south of Carytown back in the 1940s, and the space’s summer-long free show series has been running for over 60 years. This past Saturday’s free show featured Richmond local and…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (222+ words) RICHMOND, Va. — Thousands of Richmond residents packed Shockoe Bottom on Sunday for 804 Day, the city's signature annual celebration of local music, arts, food, and community — now in its 4th year. Rebecca Phillips, program recreation supervisor for 804 Day, said the event's mission…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (60+ words) Richmond's 3rd annual One World One Humanity Heritagefest drew community members, faith leaders, elected officials, and cultural performers to Masjid Bilal Saturday for a day of unity and cultural celebration. Richmond's 3rd annual One World One Humanity Heritagefest drew community members, faith…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago   (555+ words) Two numbers, 34, contain one of Richmond’s most historic events and is now forever preserved in a monument at CarMax Park. The masterpiece reflects the bravery of a group of 34 Virginia Union University students who participated in a peaceful sit-in at…...

2+ mon, 3+ day ago   (44+ words) The Thriving Boldheart Foundation held its inaugural back-to-school bash in Richmond Saturday, offering free supplies, haircuts and food to kids. The Thriving Boldheart Foundation held its inaugural back-to-school bash in Richmond Saturday, offering free supplies, haircuts and food to kids....

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (504+ words) Shoes created through a collaboration between Williamsburg retailers, artists, educators and historical organizations were supposed to be on national display Friday as the Miss America “Show Us Your Shoes” parade helped kick off Independence Day weekend festivities in Philadelphia. However,…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (536+ words) RICHMOND -- The opening of a time capsule established in 1976 and a dedication in memory of a community-minded icon were highlights of a special celebration held June 28 at Richmond Park in observance of the nation’s 250th anniversary. The Richmond Lions Club, in…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (511+ words) RICHMOND — A new townwide film contest is inviting creators from across the state to put Richmond’s villages on screen, as the Richmond Investment Task Force for Commercial Health (RICH Task Force) launches “Richmond in Motion!” to highlight local identity and…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (888+ words) This July Fourth feels extra special as America gets ready to celebrates its 250th anniversary. "All of this is free for families all across our entire city," Greenberg said at the time. "We want to encourage people to grab friends, grab…...