“Children of the Streets of Richmond, 1865-1920” is Dr. Harry M. Ward’s latest book. Come to his book talk and signing on Monday Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Main Library.
“Newsies” from 1911, photo from Library of Congress
From email announcement:
Community Movie Night
Friday, September 11 @ 7:30 pm
Pleasants Park
Free Refreshments Served
From the Virginia War Memorial listing:
Virginia’s Patriot Day Ceremony 9/11/2015 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join us during your lunch hour as we pause to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks across the United States on September 11, 2001. An Old Glory ritual and bell chiming will be included. Speaker: TBD. Co-hosted with Navy Recruiting District Richmond.
Also, the City has this announcement:
Richmond, VA – Mayor Dwight C. Jones invites the public to join in a Day of Service and Remembrance on Friday, September 11, 2015 in recognition of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The event will be held outside of Marshall Plaza at 900 East Marshall Street.
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This is a recent acquisition for the Library of Virginia photograph collection.
This photo prominently shows the houses on the 700 blocks of Pine and Laurel that were shamefully demolished by Ethyl Corporation (now NewMarket) over strong neighborhood protests.
