Just a reminder that the Oregon Hill Neighborhood Association will be holding a meeting tonight, Tuesday, December 28th at the William Byrd Community House at 7 PM.
OHNA Meeting Tonight (Last of 2010)
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City of Richmond Schedules Upcoming Annual “Bring one for the Chipper” Christmas Tree Recycling Program
From City press release:
RICHMOND, VA – On Saturday, January 15, 2011, the city of Richmond is sponsoring a Christmas tree recycling program called “Bring One for the Chipper 2011.” City residents are invited to recycle their Christmas trees by having the city chip them into mulch for use in landscaping.
This is the second year for the program, which is heralded among the city’s efforts to actively participate in environmental education and to actively pursue more green initiatives.
“Bring One for the Chipper 2011” will take place at the Parker Field Annex, 1710 Robin Hood Rd., at the corner of Robin Hood Rd. and N. Boulevard across from the Arthur Ashe Center, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on January 15. Also, Christmas trees can be dropped off from December 26 through January 14 at the East Richmond Road Convenience Center, 3800 East Richmond Rd. and the Richmond Southside Transfer Station, 3520 N. Hopkins Rd.
This project is being spearheaded by the city’s Department of Public Works. For more information on city services and schedules, please visit us on line at www.RichmondGov.com.
Blind Filmmaker needs your help!
From solicitation:
Usually when you see something like this, the first thought is, “oh great, another filmmaker needs some money.” This is no call for money. This is a call for you. That’s right, you (and the rest of Richmond). New Years Eve is coming, and that means PBR will be flowing in record amounts, toasts will be had, holiday cheers will abound, and for one night, all of Richmond will celebrate another year of existence.
So what exactly does this mean for you? Well, I want to see Richmond collaborate on a wide-scale video project – a music video (For the DJs out there reading this, I need a 5-6 minute remix of Pink’s Raise Your Glass by Jan 11th). I want to see Richmond raise a toast to the New Year. It doesn’t matter if you’re in Carytown watching the ball raise, at Gallery 5 for Decemberween, or sitting in the comfort of your own home with friends and family. Whatever you choose to do, however you choose to celebrate, I want to see you!
I know you’re thinking, “wait a second, what’s the big idea here?” You’re right. It is a big idea, but big ideas can be accomplished if people work together in small amounts. The concept is simple. Take out your video camera (make sure its 30fps, and preferably 720 or 1080p). Get everyone in the shot, and raise your glass to the camera. If you want to throw in some comedic antics, feel free – this is partially your video too.
Once you have a 10-30 second clip, upload it to youtube (in the highest quality possible), tag it with the names (correct spelling important) of everyone in the video, add the tags “richmond”, “raise your glass”, and “NYE2011”, and then send a link to jon@mrheadlee.com or @MrHeadlee (if you prefer twitter over email) by January 11th (that’s more than enough time for 30 seconds). On Feb 3rd (Chinese New Year), the video will be released for the world to see. This has been done on a global scale by both Youtube and Vimeo, so why can’t we do it for Richmnond?
Some of you may ask, why should we do this, and why even bother? Well, I’m bothering because Richmond is where I found a sense of identity, a sense of self, and a sense of worthiness. Richmond has given me a lot to be proud of, a lot to remember, and a lot to look forward to. I’m leaving Richmond to pursue bigger and better things (NYC’s art scene and hopefully Hollywood in the summer), but I want to give Richmond something that everyone will want to remember. I want to give Richmond my own personal thank you, a memento if you will, and what better way than to create a video that shows off as much of the city as possible?
Well, there you have it. Do you want to create something special, or just get drunk this NYE? Hell, why not do both and have a grand ‘ole time? I know I will. Lastly, I’m not actually blind – I just had my camera stolen, and I’m treating it as a lesson from Karma that I need to learn to work better with others instead of just doing my own thing – which is why I’m asking you for your help.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to seeing your faces!
Raise your glass for 2011!
Jon Headlee
Renegade Market Celebrates Winter Solstice
From announcement:
And I hear from a good source it’s going to be a “balmy 43 degrees!”
So, with marshmallows roasting on an open fire,
a warm beverage in your mitts, and all the good stuff from
Byrd House Renegade Market
like the perfect hostess, open house and new friend gifts…hmmm?what more could you want
from your friendly neighborhood
Farmers MarketTuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
3-5:30 pmLa Bella Luna in a High Winter’s Sky and you…
National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day Candle vigil on Tuesday
I am not sure how much this has specifically to do with Oregon Hill (unless you consider the homeless who actually live and pass through the neighborhood), but considering the recent debate over the homeless in Monroe Park, I think it is worth relating.
Tuesday is National Homeless Persons Memorial Day.
Homeward and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in downtown will be holding a National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Candle Vigil to recognize those who have passed away while homeless on the longest night of the year. Click here for the Facebook page for this local observance.
Really Really Free Market Planned For Next Saturday
From email:
The Really Really Free Market for the month of December falls on December 25th, since that is the last Saturday of the month. At the November Really Really Free Market everyone talked it over and decided that yes, we would like to have the really really free market at the usual time, date, and place, despite it falling on a christian holiday.
In fact it seems like it could be a nice opportunity to being together folks who are not interested in celebrating Christmas, for whatever reasons- personal, political, religious, etc. We can do something fun and positive on that day, but something which clearly is not about celebrating Christmas.
Since many stores and restaurants will be closed because of the holiday, we are also encouraging people to treat this like a potluck- bring a dish to share if you can, preferabbly something labeled so folks with specific dietary needs or allergies can participate too! If you can’t come but want to contribute a dish please contact the Wingnut.
Please help make fliers, distribute handbills, and post online to advertise for the next Really Really Free Market!
Richmond Really Really Free Market Handbill
Richmond Really Really Free Market Flier
Saturday December 25th from 12noon til 3pm! Corner of Main and Laurel in Monroe Park. Bring clothes, toys, games, books, etc. to share and give away, come get the same for absolutely free!
Unlike traditional Christmas, all the gifts at the Really Really Free Market are FREE and come with no strings attached and no expectations of reciprocity!
If you can’t make it you can bring your donations by the Wingnut at 2005 Barton Avenue and leave them on the front porch, or call ahead (804) 303 5449
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The Really Really Free Market takes place on the last Saturday of every month in Monroe Park, at the corner of Main and Laurel Streets in Richmond, Virginia.The RVA Really Really Free Markets provide people with a chance to share the excess that they possess, to prevent the landfills from filling with stuff that will never decompose and is nowhere near the end of its usefulness, and to offer the community a chance to come together for a day of free fun in the sun! (or rain!)
People can come to share things besides the physical. Anyone interested in sharing their skills or knowledge through a workshop should let us know or just show up and teach others. Anyone interested in performing, music or reading poetry or whatever, should contact us or just show up.
So dig through your closets, take the extra from your work, ask your parents and friends and neighbors to come to bring stuff and come to get stuff. Bring clothes, furniture, food, tapes, cds, office supplies, kitchen stuff, knick knacks, paddy whacks, etc. Any stores, restaurants, or organizations are welcome to bring their surplus items or food to share with the community!
The Really Really Free Market is not about bartering, selling, or discounting. All items are 110% free. No one has to bring something to get something. Everyone can take what they would like regardless of their contribution.
So the last Saturday of every month, bring your music, your skills, your stuff, your food, and your friends and family, and help us prove that there is enough stuff in the world for everybody!
Anything left at the end of the day will be taken to Diversity Thrift.
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Mo KarnRichmond Food Not Bombs, Richmond Really Really Free Market, Richmond Zine Fest, Richmond Anarchist Black Cross
Christmas and New Year Holiday Schedule for Solid Waste Collection
From City press release:
RICHMOND, VA – In observance of the Christmas holiday, city offices will be closed on Thursday, December 23 and Friday, December 24. The Solid Waste Management Division will continue to operate normal trash collection routes both days.
In observance of the New Year holiday, city offices will be closed on Friday, December 31. The Solid Waste Management Division will operate normal trash collection that day.
East Richmond Road Convenience Center will open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 23 and from 8 a.m. to noon on Friday, December 24. The facility will be closed on Christmas Day.
During the New Year holiday, East Richmond Road Convenience Center will open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, December 31. The facility will be closed on New Year’s Day.
The Hopkins Road Transfer Station will be closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day.
For more information on city services and schedules, please visit www.Richmondgov.com.
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R-R-R-enegade Market Tomorrow
From announcement:
3 pm
33°F
Feels Like
21°F
6 pm
27°F
Feels Like
15°FCold, right? Do I know how to make a point??? GLOVES, HATS, SOCKS x 2, SCARVES, COATS.
So, we the Byrd House RENEGADE Marketers will have a roaring firepit, hot coffee and cocoa, and maybe a marshmallow or two, ya? YA!!Dress for it and come get the good stuff:
A fabulous array of holiday greenery from Kissing Balls and Centerpieces to Wreaths and Trees
The finest in jams, butters, honeys, apples, late winter produce, cookies, organic pet snacks AND farm-fed beefs, porks and chickens (in all manner of whole, cuts, sausages and roasting forms)
3pm til sunset (or chilblain, whichever comes first)
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Byrd House Market
William Byrd Community House
224 South Cherry St. Richmond, VA 23220
ByrdHouseMarket@gmail.com
(804) 643-2717
byrdhousemarket.blogspot.com
‘Wreaths Across America’ To Stop At Va. War Memorial
City press release:
Richmond to receive wreath from Wreaths Across America on behalf of departed U.S. Military Veterans
Delivered by convoy of 200 motorcycle riders, which will include Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Motorcycle Squad
WHAT The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District, is scheduled to accept a wreath on behalf of Richmond citizens from Wreaths Across America, honoring the service of departed United States of America Military Veterans.
Part of a national tribute sponsored by the Worchester Wreath Company (Harrington, Maine) and its Wreaths Across America initiative, wreaths will be placed on the graves of departed U. S. Military Service Veterans and at other official memorials, locations and sites nationally and worldwide.
The day’s events in Richmond include a motor convoy comprised of an estimated 200 motorcycle riders, which will include the Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Motorcycle Squad. An 18-wheel truck will be carrying wreaths.
This day will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia and proceed with wreaths being placed nationally and worldwide at official sites and cemeteries.
Official worldwide ceremonies will begin simultaneously at Noon, Eastern Standard Time, 1700 Zulu.
WHEN APPROXIMATE SCHEUDLE – Saturday, December 11, 2010
9:00 a.m. Convoy will muster at Cox Transportation (1044 Dow Gil Road, Ashland, Virginia). Convoy will include an 18-wheel truck, Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Motorcycle Squad and up to 200 motorcycle riders.
10:00 a.m. Convoy departs Ashland, Virginia (Traveling I-95 South).
Route in Richmond includes Richmond Diamond, Virginia War Memorial for presentation; Virginia Capitol Square; Richmond
City Hall for Presentation; and, then to Richmond National Cemetery.10:45 a.m. Branch of convoy proceeds to Richmond City Hall (900 E. Broad Street) 9th Street Entrance – to present wreath
Noon Ceremony at Richmond National Cemetery (1701 Williamsburg Road, Richmond, Virginia)
WHERE Richmond City Hall, 9th Street Entrance (900 E. Broad Street)
WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District
CONTACT For more information, please contact Rev. Rocky Angone, at 804.586.5060 (tel); or rjangone@yahoo.com (email) Wreaths Across America,
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Charter Schools Forum To Feature Henderson
From announcement:
Charter Schools in Virginia: Panel Discussion and Public Forum
Thursday, December 9th, 6pm to 8pm
VCU student Commons 907 Floyd Avenue Richmond Salon I
Sponsored by Teachers for Social Justice in conjunction with Richmond REA and VCU’s Department of Foundations of EducationWhile at both the national and state level the charter school movement is gaining momentum, there is heated debate about the effectiveness of charter schools and the long term impact of this reform movement on public education. The goal of this forum is to bring together a panel of speakers representing a diversity of well-informed perspectives on this issue to present their views, engage in a productive dialogue, and answer questions from the public. The hope is that this forum leads to a better understanding of the careful steps we must take as we move forward to improve the quality of education in our state.
Confirmed Panelists
Kitty Boitnott, president of the Virginia Education Association
Senator Henry Marsh, representing Virginia’s 16th district
Maurice Henderson, 5th District Richmond School Board Representative
Jesse Senechal, Teachers for Social Justice
A representative of Patrick Henry Charter School