Tredegar Plans To Add New Building

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Scott

The new American Civil War Museum will create a contemporary L-shaped building in the courtyard at Historic Tredegar to unite the site and the Civil War experience.
Renderings for the stone and brick building were released Monday by the museum, which unites the Museum of the Confederacy and the American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar.
The new building will wrap around the Foundry building, home to the American Civil War Center, and replace a much smaller brick-and-glass entry. The current exhibit in that building, “In the Cause of Liberty,” will close after Thanksgiving. In the new setup, the Foundry building will become a multipurpose space for conferences or events.
The main entrance of the new building will face the plaza and be at a right angle to the entrance of the Pattern Building, where the Richmond National Battlefield Park visitor center is located. The visitor center will remain open throughout the construction.

Seeking Missing Artwork

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Scott

From Craigslist ad:

If you, or someone you know, took the panel of wood that was covered in collaged and then wheatpasted black and white xeroxes of space capsules and astronauts throughout time which someone left in the trash on Cherry Street this evening, please contact me. PLEASE. I am the original artist. This piece has an incredible amount of emotional importance to me. It represents a huge landmark in my own personal artistic development, I am desperate to have it back. Please, if you have this piece, contact me immediately. My heart is broken that this went into the gutter, it wasn’t supposed to wind up on the curb like this. I really hope someone can help. I would do anything to have this back.

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

Councilperson Agelasto: Support The EPA Plan

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Scott

5th District Councilperson Parker Agelasto has a guest column in today’s Times Dispatch newspaper that calls for citizens to support state and federal plans to reduce carbon pollution and produce more clean, renewable energy.

He concludes the column with this statement:

Moving from polluting fossil fuel energy to clean, renewable power will be a four-way win for Virginia: (1) more clean energy jobs, (2) lower electricity bills, (3) better public health and (4) combating climate change. For all these reasons, I strongly encourage our governor to speak out in support of the EPA’s Clean Power Plan, and to implement it as aggressively as possible.

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)

House Fire On The 400 Block of S. Laurel

Posted on August 22, 2014 by Scott

There was a house fire earlier this afternoon on the 400 block of S.Laurel. Rumor was a washing machine caught fire. The response was strong, with 10 emergency vehicles.

“Trees in an Urban Landscape” by Newberry

Posted on August 22, 2014 by Scott

Opening reception for a new exhibition by Brigette Newberry (who teaches at Open High) happens across the river tonight at ArtSpace.

Speaking of trees…The Adopt-A-Tree deadline is fast approaching and applications must be received by September 2 (since September 1 is Labor Day). Trees are planted from November 1 to April 15.

Recognized as a successful program that is helping to replenish and sustain community street trees in the city, the Richmond Adopt-a-Tree Program is helps protect one of Richmond’s most precious assets and valuable resources. The total estimated value of Richmond’s urban canopy is $211 million.

Community street trees help reduce noise pollution, reduce flooding and stormwater runoff, enhance air quality, add aesthetic beauty, and help you save energy.

To learn more, please visit the City’s Urban Forestry website or call 804-646-7000.

Monroe Park 1974

Posted on August 22, 2014 by Scott

Photo by Ric Bellizi, used with permission.

Community Movie Friday Night

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Scott

This Friday, August 22, in Pleasants Park, at dusk…a tribute to Robin Williams