From Times Dispatch editorial page this morning:
“VCU’s new sign at the corner of Main and Belvidere streets in Monroe Park does not flatter its surroundings.”
Will any other local media acknowledge the controversy?
From RVAnews.com:
For those who have a three-day weekend coming up, a great opportunity to pause and remember the reason why is to attend the Veterans Day Ceremony at the Virginia War Memorial, which features guest speaker Gov. Bob McDonnell and a performance of “Taps.”
November 11th • 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Virginia War Memorial, 621 S. Belvidere Street
Free
A neighbor took this photo yesterday evening. The City has been doing repaving and maintenance work on Main and Franklin streets and the theory is that this is the reason for the extra traffic.
From the William Byrd Community House:
“Rainy Day at the Byrd Theater”
Paint Party Fundraiser for William Byrd
Sunday, December 82pm – 4pm
Wine & Design, 2707 West Broad Street
A local artist will guide you step-by-step to creating your own masterpiece. We will be painting “Rainy Day at the Byrd Theater”. Bring your own wine or purchase on site. Food, Beer and Liquor also available for purchase. 25% of the proceeds go to William Byrd Community House. It’s a fun way to support WBCH.
These parties are very popular so sign up now.
http://www.wineanddesignus.com/calendar/?month=12&year=2013&calendarID=19
VCU Living Wage Campaign chalk message on sidewalk:
Photo by Arthur Stephens, posted with permission.
The sign is back.
From neighbor Todd Woodson:
Sad to report, as of Monday, nov 4, 2013, VCU has reinstalled this huge way faring sign at w main and Belvidere, obstructing sight lines through Richmonds oldest and most historic city park. This arrogant move serves as a prelude to the proposed turnover of this beautiful sylvan asset, which belongs to the citizenry of Richmond. Please contact your city council representative if you disapprove.
The American Legion Post 84 and the Va. War Memorial are collecting and processing old, worn, and damaged American flags for proper disposal and ceremonial burning. Bring your flags to the War Memorial through Nov. 15.
The Richmond Times Dispatch reports that VCU’s Cary Street gym was flooded last night when a fire sprinkler malfunctioned. Click here for link to story.
From Craigslist ad:
Creepy Fingers Fuzzbud, beastly little fuzz pedal. Super, super sensitive to input volume, huge sound, great texture. Made by one of the dudes from Fu Manchu. Velcro on the bottom, great condition. Only selling because it doesn’t quite fit my current needs and I have other gear to pay for. $150 or would trade (+ cash / more gear) towards the right 50 watt tube head or 4×12 cab. Thanks!