Local rock band “The Obscurities” are scheduled to play this evening beside Sweet Frog on W. Cary Street.
(UPDATE: Never mind, gig cancelled due to injury).
Here is a cover image from their FaceBook page:
Richmond BizSense has an article on St.Andrews’s renovation and recovery from fire. Here’s an excerpt:
St. Andrews School has wrapped up renovations of its 114-year-old building at 227 S. Cherry St. and reopened for classes Sept. 28 – a few weeks later than originally planned because of a fire in one of its new air conditioning units in late August.
It took a while to clear away the smoke and water damage and ensure the remaining units were safe, said Michelle Rosman, the school’s director of marketing and communications. But once doors finally opened, this year’s 97 students were welcomed into a clean, cool building, with a new HVAC system, buffed floors that removed years of wear and new plaster walls made to match the historic construction.
The work on the building largely consisted of repairing damage to the roof and gutters, both of which were very old and allowed water to seep into the school.
The renovations were fueled by a $1.2 million fundraising campaign completed last year and pro bono contracting work from The Monument Cos. The school surpassed its goal by about $300,000, which allowed it to not only pay for the construction work, but to purchase brand new furniture and ensure each classroom has up-to-date technology, as well.
The Virginia State Penitentiary was closed and demolished in 1991. The state pen was located at 500 Spring Street in Richmond. This is a look at the grounds and cells after the inmates were moved.
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From email announcement:
Friday, October 23 at 7:00 pm
on the big screen in
Pleasants Park behind Pine Street BaptistFree refreshments served: grilled hot dogs, chips, and beverage
From FaceBook event page:
Tap Takeover time again folks! This month we are pushing it up a week so David and rock out with his band at the end of the month. Breckenridge Brewery will be taking over our taps Thursday October 22nd starting at 8pm after Happy Hour! This will be a steal the glass event.
Draft Selection:
Nitro Vanilla Porter 4.7%
Agave Wheat 4.2%
Breck IPA 6.3%
471 Small Batch IPA 9.2%
Autumn Ale 6.7%
The Richmond Public Library is hosting 14 Virginia authors of books for children and young adults at its YAVA Book & Author Party from 6:00 to 8:30 pm on Wednesday, October 21, at the Richmond Main Library (101 E. Franklin Street).
The event is FREE to the public and will feature book sales and signings, raffles, and music by the Hanover High School jazz band. The authors are Gigi Amateau, Tom Angleberger, Cece Bell, Anne Blankman, Bill Blume, Martina Boone, Lana Krumwiede, Sarah McGuire, Jodi Meadows, Sara Raasch, Madelyn Rosenberg, Wendy Shang, Kat Spears and Steve Watkins.
James River Park System Belle Isle Hike Saturday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Tredegar Parking Area (300 Tredegar Street)
Meet at Tredegar Parking Area. We’ll cross over to Belle Isle and explore the rich history of the island. jamesriverpark.org/calendar/. Contact: Tyler Twyford, 804-687-0701.
James River Parks System Trail Run Every Wednesday and Friday in October, 6-7 a.m., Reedy Creek Parking Lot (4301 Riverside Drive)
Explore the Main Area of James River Park when the warm weather’s at its best- early in the morning. All fitness and ability levels are welcome for these conversation-paced trail runs. Cost: Free! Meeting Location: Reedy Creek Parking Lot, 4301 Riverside Dr., Richmond 23219. jamesriverpark.org/calendar/. Contact: Penelope Davenport, Penelope.Davenport@Richmondgov.com
James River Park System Mountain Bike Mania Every Wednesday in October, 5-7 p.m., Reedy Creek Visitors Center (4301 Riverside Drive)
Come ride bikes in the James River Park Trail System. We have terrain suitable for all skill levels, and bikes to rent to get you out there. Meet at JRPS headquarters to get outfitted before we hit the trails. Our destination will depend on the group’s inclinations. These rides are open to ages 16-99. No prior mountain biking experience is necessary, but you must be comfortable riding a bike. jamesriverpark.org/calendar/. Contact: Penelope Davenport, Penelope.Davenport@Richmondgov.com
From VCU press release:
10th District Virginia Senate candidates to face off at VCU
RICHMOND, Va. (Oct. 14, 2015) – The leading candidates for the 10th District seat in the Virginia Senate will field questions from young voters at a town hall on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Republican Glen Sturtevant and Democrat Dan Gecker will discuss key issues from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Room 303 of Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave., on VCU’s Monroe Park campus.
The event is sponsored by Virginia21, a nonpartisan group representing the state’s young voters; the VCU chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists; and VCU’s Department of Political Science and the Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture in the College of Humanities and Sciences.
Gecker, a member of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, and Sturtevant, a member of the Richmond School Board, are vying to succeed Republican Sen. John Watkins, who is retiring.
The outcome of the Nov. 3 election could determine whether Republicans continue to control the Virginia General Assembly. The GOP dominates the House of Delegates and has a 21-19 advantage in the Virginia Senate.
Watkins is considered a political moderate who has sided with Democrats on some issues, such as expanding Medicaid, the health insurance program for low-income residents. In recent statewide elections, the 10th Senate District has leaned Democratic.
The district includes parts of the VCU campus, part of Chesterfield County and all of Powhatan County. For a full map of the district, go to: http://www.vpap.org/offices/state-senate-10/district-map/.
During the town hall, Sturtevant and Gecker will answer questions from a panel of young voters assembled by Virginia21. They will include VCU, community college and high school students. The candidates will also take questions from the audience.
The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Guests must RSVP at: bit.ly/VA21TownHallatVCU.
Libertarian Carl Loser and Independent Marleen Durfee also are running for the 10th Senate District seat. It is among a half-dozen Senate races that are considered especially competitive this fall.
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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.
In order to take your recycling to the next level, read this: 10 ways to improve your recycling.
Don’t forget the City’s Clean City Commission & Stormwater Utility Recycle Event on October 17 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
In state recycling news, Carded Graphics, a Staunton, Virginia-based producer of printed folded cartons has been acquired by Graphic Packaging International Inc.