Never Forget – Veterans Day

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Scott

This Friday, the Virginia War Memorial hosts a public ceremony to mark Veterans Day:

November 11, 2011
Veterans Day Ceremony
WHEN: 11:00am until 12:00pm
WHERE: Heilman Amphitheater (map)
Co-hosted with the American Legion 11th District We honor all veterans who have served our country past and present and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Civic, military, veteran and community organizations are invited to present a wreath during the ceremony. No registration is required – each group should bring their own wreath and register with the American Legion at the Memorial before the ceremony begins. Free parking is available. Rain or Shine.

Nov. 11 Community Food Drive

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Scott

From announcement:

November 11, 2011
Community Food Drive
Every week the Oregon Hill Baptist Center and
Pine Street Baptist Church provide food items for
households and homeless individuals in need.
This weekly food program is only made possible
through donations from people like you!
Join your neighbors on
Friday, November 11
5:00 – 7:00 pm • Pleasants Park
for a community food gathering at the corner of
Laurel and Albemarle Streets.
Drop off staple food items and enjoy a FREE
grilled beef or veggie hot dog and beverage.
Help support this important food ministry.
Questions: Call Jennifer Turner @ 804 648-1353

Renegade Market- Shop the Wild Bunch!

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Scott

From Byrd House Market post:

Did you see the flames last week?
The pizza oven fired up?
The spring rolls and noodles steaming?

Did you stock up on apples?
And sweet potatoes?
And winter greens?
and broccoli?

the butter, the cookies, the honey
the jam?
the chickens, the pork chops, the stewing beef
the wings?

Fido’s marrow bones,
Fifi’s gizzard jerks
Your knitting yarn
His butter salt, her butter sweet

the succulent
the tangy
the creme de la cream
the tops in your stop

at Byrd House RENEGADE Market
3pm til dark
Tuesdays through April

He pleased into the spirit land, 1862

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Scott

From The Daily Dispatch: November 7, 1862:

Died
On the 6th inst, after an illness of eleven weeks, from injuries received on the railroad, Charles Walter, youngest son of George and Emily C. Green, aged 7 years5 months and 7 days. He leaves an affectionate mother, one brother and sister, and a great many relatives and friends to mourn their loss. May he rest in peace!

When the bloom of health was on his check,
The light of hope illumined his eye,
He seemed as destined long to live–
Too bright and beautiful to die.
But the relentless spoiler came,
And touched him with his blighting hand;
And, like a bird from prison freed,
He pleased into the spirit land.

His funeral will take place from the Oregon Hill Baptist Chapel, at 3 o’clock this evening. The friends and acquaintances of the family are invited to attend without further notice.

Vote On Tuesday

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Scott

Voting now in the 10th District, on Tuesday Oregon Hill will help decide between challenger David Bernard and incumbent John Watkins for State Senate. James River Maven offers more information on this race, with a provocative post entitled “Who Owns John Watkins”.

Although there has been some talk of moving the voting place for the precinct, it will remain at the Landmark Theater. For more voter information, contact the Virginia State Board of Elections. See you at the polls this Tuesday.

Stormwater Letter

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Scott

Despite the lack of response to an earlier post, there is this from the City:

Dear Oregon Hill Neighborhood Association,

The City of Richmond Stormwater Utility is actively trying to join forces with neighborhood associations throughout the City in order to educate our community about illegal or illicit discharges to storm drains which often connect directly to local waterways and ultimately, the Chesapeake Bay.

An illegal discharge is defined as any discharge into a storm drain system that is not composed entirely of stormwater or uncontaminated ground water. Sources of illegal discharges can be spills or dumping of lawn or garden chemicals, pet waste, vehicle fluids, leaky vehicles or machinery, leaking gas and oil tanks, leaking sanitary sewer lines, failing septic systems, floor drains and basement sumps.

We are hoping to submit a short piece for inclusion in your newsletter and/or website that discusses illegal discharges and the effect they have on local waterways. If you are interested, please let us know the format that works best for you and the approximate number of people your civic association serves.

The City of Richmond is committed to being environmentally responsible and hopes to work with your group on this very important issue.

Sincerely,

John A. Allen

Environmental Technician II
Richmond DPU
O: 804.646.6698
M: 804.314.5844
john.allen@richmondgov.com

Rainy Dawn At The Overlook

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Scott

RVA Bicycle Meeting Tonight

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Scott

Re-posted from James River Hub News Hub (click here for post with links):

You are Invited to Join Venture Richmond for a Downtown Forum on Biking in RVA, Thursday, November 3, 5:30 p.m. at the Virginia War Memorial, 621 Belvidere Street, Richmond, Virginia 232200.
One Stop Shop for all Things Biking in RVA
Hear updates on a number of biking initiatives in RVA. Mayor Jones has been a champion for biking in RVA and the City has taken the lead on a number of initiatives underway, ranging from hiring the City’s first Pedestrian, Bicycle and Trails Coordinator to landing the 2015 UCI World Road Cycling Championships and so much more. The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation is working on a trail head project at Great Shiplock Park and on the ¾ mile section between the completed portion Downtown and Rocketts Landing. VCU is working on a bike share program. Richmond 2015 is planning for 2015. And on and on!
Our presenters include: Jakob Helmboldt, Pedestrian, Bicycle and Trails Coordinator for the City of Richmond; Champe Burnley, co-chair Mayor’s Pedestrian, Bicycling and Trails Planning Commission; Beth Weisbord, Executive Director, Virginia Capital Trail Foundation; Tim Miller, Executive Director, Richmond 2015 Inc.; and Jacek Ghosh, Director of Sustainability, VCU.
Space is limited, so please register early. Click Here to register

New Neighborhood Flea Market Debuts Sunday

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Scott

From the Craigslist ad:

The Fancy Flea is opening in Oregon Hill next to Fine Foods Grocery. We open November 6th and plan to be open every Sunday after that…we’ll see how the weather treats us :) We still need vendors! A 6×9 space is $15 and a 9×12 space is $20, discounts are also offered to repeat vendors. We will showcase clothing, furniture, vintage items, oddities, antiques, collectibles, records, tapes, really anything you’d like to see at a local market! You really want to make a difference? Shop within your community! You can Follow us @FancyFleaRVA

Recycling/Trash Tomorrow + Street Cleaning At End of Month

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Scott

Tomorrow is a “Red Wednesday”, which means recycling and trash pickup in the morning.

Hopefully folks enjoyed the trick or treating and great Halloween parade. Its a good time to pick up any litter on your sidewalk and in your alley before the first snow arrives.

Also, from the City:

RICHMOND, Va – The first cycle of the city’s annual Vacuum Leaf Collection Program is
set to begin on Monday, November 14. The schedule is as follows:
…
Maymont/Byrd Park/Oregon Hill/Carillon November 28 – December 2