Debbie Anderson

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Scott

ANDERSON, Deborah Kay, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2014, after losing a battle. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband, Herbert Marshall “Marty” McCauley Jr.; her daughter, Julia Kay Crouch; her son, John William Crouch IV; her mother, Juanita Anderson; five sisters, Christine Thompson, Theresa Azvcena, Anita Lipford, Brenda Anderson and her favorite, Sista Sue; a brother, Gregory Anderson; lots of nieces, nephews and cousins; and devoted friends, Peggy Friedenberg, Mariam Lancaster, Diane Smith, Nora Tompson, Darlin Tyler and Cathy Walker. Debbie was a STRONG woman.

Byrd House Farmers Market: Apples Pie Squashes Roast Chicken

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Scott

From email announcement:

The Food
Roast chicken is easy!
Apple crumble is easy!
Sauteed summer squash is easy!
Sliced fresh tomatoes are easy!
Hunks of buttered bread are easy!

Got something in mind?
USE OUR PRODUCT SEARCH
Afraid you’ll buy too much? Ask your vendor how to freeze their goodies! Here is a basic guide to freezing vegetables and fruits from Organic Gardening (I wouldn’t use the sugar with the fruit, but otherwise I thought this a good guide).

GOT A FAVORITE VENDOR?
CHECK THE MARKET MAP

Sep. 16: Let’s Talk Breastfeeding
First Foods & Next Foods returns to the market and takes over the Community Garden! Having a baby? Thinking ’bout nursing him/her? Don’t know as much as you hoped you might? PERFECT! Save the Date and plan to attend.

The Extras

African Community Network of Virginia
“Our main purpose is to bridge the gap between communities and provide resources, services and support to African immigrants, families, and individuals in need. We aim to promote unity amongst Africans, service providers, and all of our friends and family in the Diaspora.”

Central Virginia Waste Management Center
The Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) is a public service authority that implements solid waste management and recycling programs for thirteen local governments.

Richmond Tree Stewards
Hugging a tree doesn’t do a thing for it. Instead, we work to care for our street and park trees and to make it easier for other Richmonders to enjoy them and understand how much they benefit us all.

Virginia Chapter Sierra Club

THIS FRIDAY!!!! WBCH CARNIVAL
4-7 pm on the Soccer Field. Free food, Backpacks for school, Big games, Face painting, Fun on Grass! A great way to usher in the school year with a final HURRAH! An Oregon Hill Tradition since ____!
If it Rains, We Move into the Main Building
at 224 S. Cherry St. Party Goes On!

SNAP @ THE MARKET
Use Your Credit, Debit or SNAP EBT Cards!
The $10 Student Deal is now for
Faculty and Staff, too!
Show your University ID to a participating vendor (Agriberry, Origins Farm, The Byrd Farm, Epic Gardens, Tomten Farm) and ask about their deal of the day!
Visit byrdhousemarket.blogspot.com
for directions and more.

Sign Up Today For HandsOn Day

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Scott

Registration opens TODAY for HandsOn Greater Richmond’s HandsOn Day:

1 Day. 1000 Volunteers. People at the Center of Change.

Imagine how much better Richmond could be if we all spent just 4 hours doing something together for the community. Join one thousand other volunteers across the metro region this October at nearly 60 sites to make a difference in Richmond on one of many organized volunteer opportunities.

There is at least one project in the neighborhood, at the William Byrd Community House, called Growing Our Yard.

Richmond On McDonnell Verdict

Posted on September 6, 2014 by Scott

Neighbor John Richmond got a mention in the Washington Post yesterday:

John Richmond, 44, a public school math teacher, was riding his bike by the Capitol not long after the verdict was announced. He said he was less than shocked.

“These guys, they’re just as corrupt as people in any other state are. It’s just the corruption is legal,” he said, referring to ethics laws that, before the McDonnell trial, allowed officeholders to accept unlimited personal gifts as long as any worth more than $50 were disclosed.

Idlewood Meeting

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Scott

Photos from this morning- click here for background.

Beneath the Pavement: A Public Talk on Richmond’s Archaeology This Saturday

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Scott

From FaceBook event page:

The public is invited to join RVA Archaeology for an introduction to archaeology, with an emphasis on the special nature of cities. Beneath Richmond’s Pavement will be presented by Taft Kiser, former researcher at the VCU Archaeology Research Center (VCU-ARC). During Taft’s years at the VCU-ARC, from 1988 to 1998, the Center carried out hundreds of projects throughout Virginia. He will describe six excavations performed in the City of Richmond, including evidence of the British occupation of Rocketts Landing and dissected human bones found in a well at VCU.

WHEN: Saturday, August 30, 2014

TIME
10 am: Business meeting to discuss organizational goals (for RVA Archaeology members & people interested in becoming members)
11:30 to12:30 p.m. Public Talk

WHERE: Richmond Public Library (Main),101 E. Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23219

CONTACT: RichmondArchaeology@gmail.com

Byrd House Market Today

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Scott

From email announcement:

Byrd House Market is a nutrition education program of
William Byrd Community House – Growing Richmond’s Kids – Smart, Strong, Self-confident! Ready for School. Ready for Life.
National Dog Day Cherry Popsicle Day
Banana Lovers Day Women’s Equality Day
Cherry Chia Pops for you and Puppy Pops for your pooch. Whole meat jerky treats for doggies. Wandering Cow Farm and Serene Suds will make you a nice deal if you mention National Women’s Equality Day at their stalls. UN-local bananas paired with local… raspberries in a smoothie… peach chunks in yogurt… a chocolate croissant… goat cheese and creamy egg custard… Green beans, eggplant, tomatoes, peppers galore, mushrooms, melons…But do you need an excuse, really?
Byrd House Market is a village of small and powerful delights, afford-ably, thoughtfully made for you, for friends, for family, for the 4 legged or just because. Birthdays, Thank-Youz and Gifties (how ’bout a small sac’o’tokens, yeah!)

The Tasty
NEED SALSA?
So good with grilled goodies – veggie, vegan or carni. Make your own from our farmers’ best or buy it made and ready to scoop!

GOT SOMETHING IN MIND?
USE OUR PRODUCT SEARCH
GOT A FAVORITE VENDOR?
CHECK THE MARKET MAP

The True
We Open 3:30 (not 3)
There’s some confusion because of our policy to allow restaurants and chefs to shop at 3 pm, but vendors do need the time to complete their set-up, as does the Market Info tent with the credit/debit/snap machine. So please restrain your passion for our good foods until 3:30! Thank you.

Good Work
Open Door Resource Center
ODRC serves “those who have served our country in the armed forces, those currently serving, and their families. We assist our clients by providing services to the homeless, assisting clients with healthcare, education, Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, and promoting self-sufficiency.”
Virginia Chapter Sierra Club
Sharing information about The People’s Climate March in New York City on September 21. “The People’s Climate March–held just days before the United Nations Climate Summit–is an unparalleled opportunity to let our world leaders know how urgently the public is calling for solutions to climate disruption, and how we need to move quickly from dirty fuels to clean energy.”
Good Practice
Please Park on the Soccer Field
It’s on the street, along Idlewood Avenue, certainly, but there’s MUCH MORE parking available on the Soccer Field. The walk is short and partly shady. AND at the end of S. Linden St. there is an area designated for handicapped shoppers and quick pick-ups.
You can make this!
Savory saute and sear!

SNAP @ THE MARKET
Use Your Credit, Debit or SNAP EBT Cards!

The $10 Student Deal is now for
Faculty and Staff, too!
Show your University ID to a participating vendor (Agriberry, Origins Farm, The Byrd Farm, Epic Gardens, Tomten Farm) and ask about their deal of the day!
Visit byrdhousemarket.blogspot.com
for directions and more.

OHNA Meeting Tomorrow Evening

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Scott

From email message:

Hello all

Just a quick reminder that OHNA will be holding its regularly scheduled
monthly meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, August, 26th at 7 pm at the WBCH.

On the agenda is a presentation on 328-330 S. Cherry St. by the owner and
the future tenants of the property.

Thanks
Jennifer
OHNA

RichmondOutside.com: ‘Tour de Fall Line’ to highlight RVA’s river, trail resources

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Scott

Excerpt from the RichmondOutside.com article:

A new outdoor festival is coming to Mayo Island and the James River on September 27, and mountain bikers and paddlers should take notice. The Tour de Fall Line is a coordinated effort between Richmond-MORE and the James River Coalition to show off everything they fight for as advocates for mountain biking and paddling in Richmond, while at the same time serving as a fundraiser for both organizations.

The Tour de Fall Line will highlight Richmond’s epic trails — like Buttermilk (pictured). Credit: Trey GarmanThe Tour de Fall Line will highlight Richmond’s epic trails — like Buttermilk (pictured). Credit: Trey Garman
The day will consist of two separate events, both meant to be casual experiences open to all. For mountain bikers, there is a 50-mile loop that runs over virtually every trail along the James River — Buttermilk, Northbank, Forest Hill Park, etc. Meanwhile, whitewater enthusiasts will drop in at the Huguenot Flatwater boat landing and run the James River all the way to Mayo Island. That’s where paddlers and mountain bikers will meet at the end for an outdoor party, complete with a band and beverages.

Churches Sponsor Community Cookout Tomorrow To Welcome Students

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Scott

From the flyer:

Pine Street Baptist and St. Andrew’s Episcopal want to welcome our college students back to Oregon Hill and reconnect with longtime neighbors, too! Join us for: FREE FOOD, Give-aways, Cornhole, Ladder Ball, Hula Hoops, Neighborhood Info, Church Events.

This Sunday, August 24, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Corner of Laurel & Albemarle St. (Pleasants Park)

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