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Riverfront Railroad History
Andrew McRoberts has written an interesting article in Richmond.com on the “Reasons Richmond Should Love the CSX Railroad Viaduct”.
Excerpts:
The C&O (now CSX) Viaduct is enormously long (about three miles in length). It starts beneath the Robert E. Lee Bridge near Oregon Hill Overlook, and stretches all the way to Nicholson Street and the former Fulton Yard (across Route 5 from Rockett’s Landing in far eastern city of Richmond). It allows a nearly at-grade (level) train crossing of downtown Richmond along the James River and the Great Shiplock for much of its length.
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In 2014, the viaduct is celebrating 113 years in its existence. And, as you know if you ever visit the riverfront downtown, the viaduct is still in active use by CSX Corporation
Like much of Phil Riggan’s articles in Richmond.com on the James River, this deserves reading.
I can’t help but wonder if this is a bit of public relations on CSX’s part, given recent concerns stemming from the Lynchburg explosion.
But, getting back to the history…The C&O Railroad Viaduct is a treasure, and Richmond residents should be aware of other important railroad history that is now threatened within sight of the Viaduct. A remnant of the Tredegar Branch railroad connecting the iron works on Belle Isle with Tredegar is slated to be destroyed by Venture Richmond for yet another amphitheater. These tracks sit on the towpath of the historic James River and Kanawha Canal. Venture Richmond’s plan is to lower the towpath below the historical level of water in the canal and in the process of irreparably damaging the canal, the old railroad line will also be scrapped. Alternatives, such as putting Venture Richmond’s largest stage on Brown’s Island, already leased to Venture Richmond, were ignored. It is unbelieveable that Venture Richmond is destroying the Tredegar Branch railroad remnant that is within the Tredegar Historic Site.
New Mural Takes Shape On Idlewood
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St. Andrew’s School Reunion On Friday
From St. Andrew’s School event page:
When
Friday June 20, 2014
Service at St. Andrew’s Church – 6:30PM
St. Andrew’s School Reunion – 7:30 to 8:30 PMWhere
St. Andrew’s School
227 S. Cherry Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(Service is next door at St. Andrew’s Church)The inaugural St. Andrew’s School Reunion will reunite and celebrate current and former students, teachers, staff, volunteers and friends. Join us for refreshments, updates and a school tour. Guests are invited to attend the Grace Arents Commemorative service at St. Andrew’s Church, 6:30pm, prior to the Reunion.
The service will be followed by a brief talk about the history of Grace Arents and her meaningful work in Richmond. Families and children who prefer not to remain for the speaker are welcome to play on the playground after the service ends and before the reunion begins in Baldwin Hall. We hope to see you!
Byrd House Market Today
Byrd House Farmers Market – Where healthy eating is a way of life!
A simmer is simple, but a smoothie is swee-eet!
and what’s ripening now?
Foods so fresh and good, no cooking is necessary!
Anxious to make your first Pesto?
The ingrdients are so simple and you only need a blender: olive oil, Basil leaves, garlic, parmesan cheese – optional walnuts, pinenuts or almonds. Here’s a nice variation using sundried tomatoes: Tomato Pesto
Thinking of you on this summer, summer day…
Sub Rosa Bakery will bring their blend of cold pressed iced coffee!
Epic Gardens will have Sun Tea samples and bunches of fresh herbs to take home to make your own Sun Tea. This mellow refresher is made without burning any fossil fuel.
Salt Pork sizzling sausage samples are always a treat, especially when put on a stick with Steve Haas Mushrooms and Bok Choy from one of our 7 growers!
While you’re shopping …
Beth Morris is Children’s Librarian with the Richmond Public Library Main Branch. And she will read stories in the shady air under the Mulberry tree in the Community Garden.
Garden Learnin’ with Amanda – hands-on activities that let nature share his/her mechanisms.
TODAY 5:30 – 7:00 pm – Get to know these local institutions and what they are doing for our communities!
Nonprofit guest Children’s Museum of Richmond at Stall #11
Virginia League for Planning Parenthood is at Stall # 22
and
The $10 Student Deal works for students from ALL colleges!
Blue Lotus Collective
cool……..acoustic……..jammin’ with the likes of Will, Clinton, Stu…
et cetera
Let’s Talk Breastfeeding! First Foods & Next Foods
Mini festival that brings women and families together to explore, celebrate and learn about breastfeeding and early nutrition. June 24 in the Garden.
For every $10 you spend…Got your Farm Fresh Pledge card? Get one and fill it up in time for July 8 drawing. Probably need to turn it in to the market manager by next week, June 24.
For more information, please go to http://byrdhousemarket.blogspot.com
Wednesday: The Defenders Present: Battle for Brooklyn (2011)
There is a documentary screening this Wednesday evening at 6:30 at the William Byrd Community House. From the FaceBook event page:
The Defenders for Freedom, Justice & Equality are pleased to present the documentary “Battle for Brooklyn,” a 2011 film that tells the story of residents of the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, N.Y., and their 8-year fight against the big developers and city politicians who attempted to seize 22 acres of land via eminent domain in order to build a basketball stadium surrounded by dense development.
You can see a trailer for the film here:
The film (1 hour, 56 minutes) will be preceded by a brief introduction by Ana Edwards, Chair of the Defenders’ Sacred Ground Historical Reclamation Project, on the parallels between the Brooklyn struggle and the Richmond community’s fight against a Shockoe stadium.
Light refreshments will be provided. Children are welcome. We are currently trying to arrange for childcare, but this is not certain yet. If you have accessibility concerns, please contact Kat.
While this event is free, donations are appreciated and will help us continue our all-volunteer work.
Note: This film is being made available free by the filmmakers as their contribution to the efforts to stop a Shockoe Stadium.
Action Movie Trivia and Wing Night at Mojo’s Monday Night
From the FaceBook event page:
Monday Night is wing and trivia night again!!! This week’s theme is Action Movies! Wing and drink specials 7 to 11pm. Trivia starts around 8. Free to play. Prizes each round!
Wreck on Idlewood Last Night
From a neighbor:
A gentleman had a medical emergency around midnight coming up Idlewood. He barely touched the pole but police had to smash the rear passenger window to get him out. he left in the ambulance. Only person in the car.
HI Richmond Hostel Starts Demo/Construction Monday
Many Oregon Hill neighbors have been interested in the new hostel project happening nearby in downtown next to the Main library. From HI Richmond Hostel’s FaceBook page:
We are beyond excited to announce the START OF CONSTRUCTION on our beautiful building on 2nd Street here in RVA. Demolition of the interior starts early next week! Stay tuned for updates and photos!
Community Movie Night Friday Night Cancelled
If weather permits…
Friday, June 13
at Dusk
Pleasants Park
As always refreshments will be served.
UPDATE: CANCELLED DUE TO THREATENING WEATHER