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Bike Accident, But Not In Oregon Hill
Earlier today, a vehicle hit a bicyclist at or near the corner of S. 4th Street and Canal. I do not have much info on the accident, other than to say I saw the reporting go past on the City’s Current Incident site. It said that the bicyclist was bleeding from the mouth.
The location is not in the neighborhood, but since this falls in nearby downtown in a sort of grey area where I do not know of any current community blog coverage, I figured I would bring some attention to it here. I do not know who is at fault, but it concerns me nonetheless. Hopefully, the Mayor’s new committee on pedestrian and bicycles will eventually weigh in on possibly how to prevent. Ride/drive safe, the life you save maybe your own.
Pescados is Open
This past week Pescados opened its doors for business at the corner of S. Pine Street and China Street, which previously hosted the Hollywood Grill and before that, the Chuck Wagon. With the help of contractor Bob WIndsor, the venue has been renovated and freshened with bright colors and murals.
This is in addition to their Midlothian Turnpike restaurant.
Known for their ‘Latin/Caribbean Inspired Seafood”, Pescado’s will certainly add another flavor to Pine Street, already famous for Mamma Zu’s.
Because of its relatively small size, you may want to call ahead if you plan to eat there to check on table availability- 804.644.FISH
Belvidere Repaving
Carver and Jackson Ward News has the story a la NBC 12…
Belvidere Repaving Project Begins This Week
Although traffic may be crazy during the work on Belvidere, there is one good thing: no parking restrictions since you can’t park on the road anyway.
“If you have road rage, I would avoid this area at all costs,” exclaims Kimberly.
JRA Says ‘Bike for the James’
From the James River Association announcement:
Virginia Outside is holding a kids mountain bike benefit day at Belle Isle on June 26th from 9:00 am-11:00 am. Come out and enjoy the beautiful scenery surrounding the James River while learning the basics of bike safety and riding technique. Experienced and trained staff will be on hand to teach riding basics, trail safety, and the importance of an outdoor experience. The cost is $20. All proceeds will be donated to the James River Association. Ages 6-12. Kids will be grouped based on skill level. All participants must provide their own bike and helmet.
To register, contact Tee Clarkson, tsclarkson at virginiaoutside.com or 804-687-1869.
For more information on Virginia Outside go to www.virginiaoutside.com
Laurel Street Stabbing This Past Friday Night
From neighbors’ reports:
Around 10pm Friday night a young woman was stabbed in the chest during an altercation near the 300 block of S. Laurel St.- perhaps in or near Pleasants Park.
The ambulance arrived and the police shut down the street.
I have not seen anything in the media or from the police as of yet.
Byrd House Market to host Virginia’s Secretary of Agriculture This Tuesday
From announcement:
William Byrd Community House/Byrd House Market is pleased to host Todd Haymore, Virginia’s Secretary of Agriculture & Forestry
“….Haymore is responsible for two of the state’s most well known agencies, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) and the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF). He is also responsible for the Virginia Agricultural Council.” Time and other logistical details will be posted at byrdhousemarket.blogspot.comAside from our full contingent of market vendors, BHM welcomes The Clockworks, a new family collective that will be selling art/crafts and providing art activities for children visiting the market. Krissy Dorwin will Paint Faces and the SPCA will be bringing their annual Fur Ball info to fur-ball-fans who shop the market.
Green Taxi – Veggie Oil Fuel smells like fries are cookin’… yummmm
3rd Tuesday Acoustic Jam, 5:00 – 7 p.m.
The first one this year will be on June 15th. Music Players are invited to a 3rd Tuesday Acoustic Jam at the Byrd House Market, 5:00 – 7 p.m. Come early and bring your totebags to shop at the Byrd House Market. Come anytime to play, even (especially!) after work. The genre is determined by the players, so don’t be shy about choosing a song to sing, a rock to roll or a groove to play. It’s all wide open! Folk, Ol’ time, Bluegrass, Blues, Gospel, Jazz, Rock, Celtic, Children’s Songs, anything you can play on an acoustic instrument!Byrd House Market is located in historic Oregon Hill neighborhood, behind William Byrd Community House on the corner of South Linden and Idlewood.
That’s at the Belvidere Exit from the downtown expressway I-195. You can’t miss it. For more directions and a market update, visit http://byrdhousemarket.blogspot.com or call 804-643-2717.
Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church presents BBQ & Bluegrass!
From announcement:
Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church presents BBQ & Bluegrass!
Sunday, June 20
11:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
8 N Laurel Street
Richmond VA 23220BBQ, Bluegrass and Belly-laughin? FUN!
Moon bounce
Father?s Day Craft Activity for ChildrenCan?t stay for event? Take some BBQ to go!
Request tickets @ bbqbluegrass@hotmail.com
$10 per plate/maximum $30 per family
All proceeds benefit July Belize mission trip!
Fourth Precinct CAPS Meeting Notice
From announcement:
Fourth Precinct
The Community Assisted Public Safety (CAPS) meeting will be held:
Date: Thursday, June 17, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Place: Linwood Holton Elementary School
1600 W Laburnum Avenue
We look forward to seeing you there.
Thank you
Jacki Page
Sr. Customer Services Representative
804-646-4150
Flying Brick Shows Burial Ground Documentary Saturday
This coming Saturday night, the Flying Brick is inviting folks over at 8 pm for a free showing of the documentary video, “Meet Me In The Bottom”, which is about the controversy with Virginia Commonwealth University over slave history and the burial ground in Shockoe Bottom. Of course, Oregon Hill has had past controversy in the same vein.
Here’s a short blurb about the documentary:
The Burial Ground for Negroes (ca. 1750-1816) is located north of Broad Street, between 15th and 16th Streets. It is the oldest municipal cemetery for enslaved and free Blacks known to exist in the Richmond area. An 1810 map shows the Negro Burial Ground near Broad Street and Shockoe Creek. Today the Burial Ground for Negroes sits adjacent to a parking lot owned by Virginia Commonwealth University. In fact, there are questions as to whether the Burial Ground lies beneath the parking lot. Activist and other groups have protested what is seen by many as a desecration of sacred ground. This documentary tells the story of the community’s efforts to reclaim the Burial Ground as the final resting place of their ancestors.