“Children of the Streets of Richmond, 1865-1920” is Dr. Harry M. Ward’s latest book. Come to his book talk and signing on Monday Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Main Library.
“Newsies” from 1911, photo from Library of Congress
From email announcement:
Community Movie Night
Friday, September 11 @ 7:30 pm
Pleasants Park
Free Refreshments Served
From the Virginia War Memorial listing:
Virginia’s Patriot Day Ceremony 9/11/2015 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join us during your lunch hour as we pause to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks across the United States on September 11, 2001. An Old Glory ritual and bell chiming will be included. Speaker: TBD. Co-hosted with Navy Recruiting District Richmond.
Also, the City has this announcement:
Richmond, VA – Mayor Dwight C. Jones invites the public to join in a Day of Service and Remembrance on Friday, September 11, 2015 in recognition of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The event will be held outside of Marshall Plaza at 900 East Marshall Street.
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This is a recent acquisition for the Library of Virginia photograph collection.
This photo prominently shows the houses on the 700 blocks of Pine and Laurel that were shamefully demolished by Ethyl Corporation (now NewMarket) over strong neighborhood protests.
…And it looks great!
From email announcement:
Welcome Back Students!
Okra Onions Peaches Peas Plums Potatoes Pastured Chicken Radishes Nectarines Melons Tomatillos Tomatoes Watermelons Zucchini Hummus
Cantaloupe Carrots
WHO? The Byrd Farm
Shiloh’s Micros Agriberry
Tomten Farm Deer Run Farm
Epic Gardens Faith Farm Foods
Two & a Half Irishmen and Ninja KombuchaChard Raspberries Rosemary Goat Cheese Scallions Shallots Summer squash Chiles Bell Peppers Beets Asian Pears Blackberries Blueberries Sausages Corn Cucumbers Eggplant Garlic Green beans Green onions
The BAKED Kind
Organic Wheat Breads and Turkish Pastries
Irish Porter Cakes and Soda BreadEAT NOW!
Brunswick Stew
Asian Noodles with Fresh Vegetables
BBQ Pork Buns
Chicken and Beef KeBobs
Vegie, Chicken & Shrimp Spring Rolls
Pork Rinds and PopsiclesGIFTS and NICETIES
Bouquets and Cut Flowers
Goat Milk Soaps & Skin Care GoodiesDON’T FORGET! You’ve got OPTIONS!!
What kind of Card’s in your wallet? SWIPE your SNAP, CREDIT or DEBIT card at the Market Info Tent. We’re like an ATM but for wooden “nickels” (see image over there). Spend your tokens at Byrd House Market this week!
For more information, go to Byrd House Market website.
From RVA Clean Sweep:
A huge thank you to The Apprentice Salon, Sweet Frog, and St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church for volunteering to host the September, October and November cleanups in Oregon Hill!
Oregon Hill businesses and neighbors are making a monthly commitment to remove litter from the street and protect the James River.
Once agin the Main Library takes part in the First Friday downtown celebration tomorrow with an art opening show from 6:30 pm to 9 pm. Included in it are paintings by six artists and piano performance by Russell Wilson. The painting below is by one of the artists, Cynthia Erdahl.
