Hollywood Cemetery Photo Contest

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Scott

Hollywood Cemetery’s Facebook page is running a photo contest:

Do you have a great photo you’ve taken of Hollywood Cemetery? Share it with us and you could win 2 tickets for a trolley tour through Hollywood!

Here are the details: Send us a private message with your photo. From the submissions, we will choose the Top 5 that we think best represents the historical beauty of Hollywood. The Top 5 photos will be posted on July 16th for your votes. The photo that receives the most “Likes” wins!

Only one entry per person please.

Is Venture Richmond Above The Law?

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Scott

Do the City’s rules and regulations do not apply equally to everyone? If the Mayor happens to be the president of your organization, as is the case with Venture Richmond, do the City’s regulations apply equally?

As of Monday, July 7th, why is there no permit on the city’s web site shown for Venture Richmond’s ongoing amphitheater work on the City-owned property leased by Venture Richmond (the area above the canal)? While it appears that no permit was requested or issued for the City parcel, a City employee indicated that the City parcel work was included in the permit that was issued. But is this correct procedure?

In October 2012, the century-old Tredegar wall was illegally demolished on this same City property leased by Venture Richmond. Last week, silt fencing to stop erosion was not installed on the Venture Richmond property until after the public complained. As a result, dirt and debris was pushed into the wetlands.

Venture Richmond repeatedly promised a thorough Section 106 historic review of the impact that the amphitheater would have on the historic James River and Kanawha Canal, but the day after receiving final City Planning Commission approval, Venture Richmond broke this promise and withdrew from the Section 106 review.

Let’s hope that the public remembers Venture Richmond’s broken promises when the Shockoe stadium again rears its ugly head!

Trash/Recycling Pickup Tomorrow

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Scott

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 order to take your recycling to the next level, read this: 10 ways to improve your recycling.

Also, please do not forget about Project Clean Move. The next project day is Saturday, August 2. Please contact neighbor Jimmy Blackford at prairiegates at hotmail.com in order to volunteer for the Oregon Hill team.

On August 1 – 2 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., a Goodwill truck will be stationed on the corner of Morris Street and Grove Avenue.

For large items that are not suitable for donation, call 311 and request a bulk pickup.

Byrd House Market Today- Think Cool & Blue: Blueberries and More!

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Scott

From email announcement:

Byrd House Market – Your Neighborhood Farmers Market!

Did you try one these yet? We did! Guess which one and I’ll give you a $5 token (one winner only)!
sizzling corned beef hash or free range chicken eggs poached and topped with chopped fresh tomatoes and carmelized onions and mushrooms…
make your own V8 juice with seasonal, nutrient dense tomatoes…serve with a crusty bread spread with roasted garlic and olive oil…
scoop out the pulp and stuff your juicy tomatoes with tuna (or seared squash) made with chopped red onions, dill and black pepper (and yes, mayo!!)

Can you use SNAP EBT?
ALMOST EVERYTHING at Byrd House Market is a SNAP eligible food! (ask if you’re not sure)
Looking for Gifts and Indulgences?
Talk to our Soap and Balm Crafters!

Who’s at the Market?
Agriberry* # SD
Amy’s Garden* #
Bill’s Produce / Heath Farm
Byrd Farm / Rural Va Market CSA* # SD
Deer Run Farm #
Epic Gardens SD
Faith Farm Foods
Origins Farm* # SD
Pedal Pops RVA
* These vendors sell organic products.
SD – These vendors offer a $10 Student Deal!
Robbin’s Heavenly Sweets and Treats #
Salt Pork
Serene Suds, LLC #
Steve Haas Mushrooms #
Tomten Farm # SD
Wandering Cow Farm #
# So far, these vendors have supplied our cooking demos and our musicians with complimentary good stuffs. Thank them by supporting them!

5:00 – 6:30 pm: Learn more about the World Pediatric Project – a registered 501 c(3) tax exempt nonprofit organization with a mission to heal critically ill children and build healthcare capacity in the world.

Will Nelson and the Blue Lotus Collective crew will perform 4:00 – 5:30 pm. Give generously to our friends who share their gifts for free!

This is a terrific weather website: The Weather Underground

Richmond City Council Meetings Summer/Fall 2014 Schedule
Monday, July 14, 2014
Monday, August 11, 2014
Monday, September 8, 2014
Monday, October 13, 2014
Monday, October 27, 2014
Monday, November 10, 2014
Monday, December 8, 2014
Informal meetings will start at 5 p.m.(instead of 3 p.m.) and Formal meetings will start at 6:00 p.m. All meetings will be held in the Council Chamber, 2nd floor of City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street. Additional information concerning date and time changes are outlined in Resolution No. 2013-R252-2014-65.

COMPLETE THOSE Farm. Fresh. PLEDGE. CARDS – You must be getting close now!
Take it home. Bring it back.

Looking for a Summer Camp for your child?
Know someone who is? WBCH is still enrolling 3-12 year olds for their Summer Camp, which runs through August 22nd. Click here to learn more and get your child enrolled. Byrd House Market will be part of their weekly routine, in addition to swimming, field trips, gardening, arts and science fun too. Multiple-child discounts available.
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