Photo taken today of workman doing repairs on Pine St. Baptist Church‘s iron fence.
Pine St. Baptist Church Iron Fence
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Alleys Awash
Behind 300 block of S. Pine and S. Cherry…
Behind the 700 block of Idlewood just south of 195…
Oregon Hill Home Improvement Council Presents Author’s Talk on Tredegar Iron Works
From press release:
The Oregon Hill Home Improvement Council, (OHHIC) a neighborhood membership organization whose mission includes historical preservation, is presenting an author’s talk about historic Tredegar Iron Works on Wednesday, February 24th at 6:30 pm. Local historian Nathan Vernon Madison, a graduate of the University of Mary Washington (BA) and Virginia Commonwealth University (MA), will present and discuss his recently released book, Tredegar Iron Works. His account utilizes a wealth of primary sources and firsthand accounts to chronicle the full history of the Richmond industrial icon. The Oregon Hill neighborhood was built and occupied by many of the foundry’s workers and therefore has a special connection to this history. This author’s talk is co-hosted by St. Andrew’s Church and will take place in their chapel at 236 S. Laurel Street. After the presentation Mr. Madison will be available to sign books. A small reception will follow the talk next door at the St. Andrew’s Parish House. This event is free and open to the public, however seating will be limited and RSVP’s are appreciated.
Related links:
St Andrew’s Church
Richmond Magazine article on Mr. Madison and Tredegar Iron Works
Amazon.com author’s profile
RVA Archeology Hosts Public Lecture POSTPONED
UPDATE: This event has been postponed.
UPDATE: Due to an unavoidable development, the RVA Archaeology meeting and public lecture will NOT be held this weekend. We are working to reschedule it and will let you know when there’s a new date.
RVA Archeology is hosting a public lecture and business meeting this Saturday. From the FaceBook event page:
We will be hosting our first meeting and public lecture of the new year on Feburary 6th, 2016 at the Richmond Public Library! The meeting will be from 10-12 for members, and then at 12:30 Archaeologist Lyle Browning will give a presentation entitled “Riparian and Riverine Sites in the Richmond Falls Zone”, discussing the many archaeological sites that are part of the James River in Richmond!
Trash/Recycling Pickup Tomorrow
This Wednesday is a red Wednesday, which means trash and recycling pickup.
Ideally, rolling recycling containers are stored and deployed in the back alleys along with trash cans. Please make sure you pick up containers after pickup tomorrow night.
If you have not done so already, don’t forget to sign up for your Recycling Perks.
In order to take your recycling to the next level, read this: 10 ways to improve your recycling.
In recycling news, Ikea wants people to stop throwing away its furniture. Click here for the story.
Don’t forget, the RVA Environmental Film Festival continues, with upcoming nights at University of Richmond, Henrico Library, and VCU.
Hit and Run Driver Caught By Neighbors Last Night on S. Laurel
Based on account by neighbor:
Late last night a driver slammed his vehicle into a parked car near S. Laurel and China. Unable to drive away, he then tried to run away. Neighbors chased after him and caught him. One neighbor demanded his keys while another called the police. The car that was it was so damaged that it was inoperable. As the cops were questioning the driver, ANOTHER neighbor came running up to the cops carrying a mirror, saying “Hey, stop him, that guy hit my neighbor’s car and knocked the mirror off.” So it sounds like more cars were hit further up the street. If you come out tomorrow and see your car has damage… the police have the insurance info of the driver. (THANKS to my neighbors for helping me stop him!)
New Fire Hydrant On S. Cherry
I was gratified to see workers installing a new hydrant yesterday (Sunday). Click here for the SeeClickFix post. Here’s a photo before the new replacement:
City Hosts “A COMMUNITY FORUM ON HOMELESSNESS”
Not sure where the official notice is, but here is the info that I have received…
A COMMUNITY FORUM ON HOMELESSNESS
WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY 10, 2016
5:30-7:30
Altria Theatre
6 N Laurel St
Richmond Va 23220
A Discussion of Homelessness in our Community and Solutions We Can Work Toward TogetherHear the results of survey recently conducted in Monroe Park.
See how service providers and non-profit organizations provide practical solutions to serving the homeless despite limited funding.
Learn how congregations, organizations and individuals can help homeless people through direct service and connectivity to service providers and non-profit organizations.
RVA Environmental Film Festival Kicks Off Tonight
Councilman Agelasto Holding 5th District Meeting This Thursday
From email announcement:
Councilman Parker C. Agelasto to hold a meeting for the Richmond Central 5th Voter District
All Richmond Central 5th Voter District residents invited and encouraged to attend
WHAT (Richmond, Virginia U.S.A.) – The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter District, will hold a district-wide meeting for the Richmond Central 5th Voter District. This is part of regular meetings Councilman Agelasto holds, which include information on his Richmond Central 5th Voter District goals and accomplishments; a thematic agenda of current interest; and, special guests. These meetings are free and open to the public and all Richmond Central 5th Voter District residents are invited and encouraged to attend. The planned agenda/discussion topics for the upcoming meeting include:
Richmond Real Estate Tax Abatement Program for Seniors and People with Disabilities
Ms. Valerie Weatherless, Revenue Manager
Richmond Department of Finance
Short-Term Home Rental Laws
Mr. Mark Olinger, Director
Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review
Richmond Public Art Master Plan: Presentation
Ms. Ellyn Parker, Project Management Analyst
Richmond Department of Planning and Development Review
Introduction to Granicus: Richmond City Council’s New Legislative Tracking Database/Software
Ms. Jean Capel, City Clerk, Richmond City Council
Office of the City Clerk
Updates
The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman
Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter District
WHEN Thursday, February 4, 2016
6:30-8:00 p.m.WHERE Richmond Public Schools -Binford Middle School
1701 Floyd Avenue; Richmond, VirginiaWHO The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman
Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter DistrictCONTACT For more information, please contact:
The Honorable Parker C. Agelasto, Councilman
Richmond City Council, Richmond Central 5th Voter District, at 804.646.6050 (tel), or parker.agelasto@richmondgov.com (email)