The month of June marks the beginning of summer. June 20 is this year's summer solstice, the day with the most daylight. This month we also celebrate National Pollinator Week from June 21-27, as pollinators are essential to the growth and success of our gardens. … [Read more...] about June Gardening Events
Giving Back
Volunteering around Richmond helps the community
Volunteering is a powerful way to make a change and an impact in the Richmond area. Now, with our fragile economy, it’s even more important to give back to community and help those in need. Volunteering has many benefits. It is a way to build a resume, have new … [Read more...] about Volunteering around Richmond helps the community
FeedMore Volunteers Help Fight Hunger
A warm meal is an especially welcome item now that so many people are affected by layoffs and work stoppages. At this time FeedMore means more than most people can imagine. Volunteers are always welcome at FeedMore, the Central Virginia Food Bank. Each … [Read more...] about FeedMore Volunteers Help Fight Hunger
May Gardening Events Around Richmond
With the average last frost date now behind us, it is time to dig in to gardening and outdoor activities. May's offerings include a variety of activities, from farm swaps and plant sales, to garden concerts and virtual education. In addition to the many events you … [Read more...] about May Gardening Events Around Richmond
FREE help for those in need of food, shelter and services
Many people in Richmond and beyond are experiencing financial difficulties. This listing of resources for people in crisis shows where to get food, housing, legal and other assistance. Please share this post to inform others of these resources. If you are … [Read more...] about FREE help for those in need of food, shelter and services
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
The Virginia Capital Trail is a fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg. It is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; beginners to expert visitors are encouraged to enjoy the “Cap Trail”. Before you venture to the … [Read more...] about Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Dirt Cheap Activities for Earth Day
Earth Day falls on Thursday, April 22, 2021. The event was created 51 years ago to draw attention to the health of our planet. The theme this year Earth Day observances is Restore Our Earth. There are fewer events in Richmond this year but there are still a lot of … [Read more...] about Dirt Cheap Activities for Earth Day
Richmond Restaurant Week: Coming Right Up!
There are lots of things to love about RVA - and one of them is the many different types of restaurants dishing up everything you can imagine. And Richmond Restaurant Week is a week of testing out many of the locals. Okay - so it's not free and it's not quite … [Read more...] about Richmond Restaurant Week: Coming Right Up!
GRTC Seeks Transit Riders’ Input for Regional Transportation Plan
The Greater Richmond Transit Corporation (GRTC) invites the public to learn about ways the GRTC could grow in the next several years. As required by the Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA) legislation, GRTC is currently in the process of … [Read more...] about GRTC Seeks Transit Riders’ Input for Regional Transportation Plan
Richmond area Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day commemorative and service events
Monday, January 18, 2021 marks Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. King was an American Baptist minister, Nobel Peace Prize winner and activist who became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968. … [Read more...] about Richmond area Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day commemorative and service events
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