Ed 225: Hot Dog Party, Bavarian-Style Festival, HarvestFest
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Honestly, all we can really think about over here is the updated Canal Walk Murals. What about you?
ICYMI: The RVA Street Art Festival happened over the weekend, and the Canal Walk is now completely refreshed with a whole new splash of color.
We’re smitten; there’s fresh work from Hamilton Glass, Emily Herr, and a handful of other talented muralists. If you didn’t get a chance to pop by sometime Friday through Sunday, take advantage of the beautiful weather this week and go feast your eyes. (Maybe even actually feast, too — Casa Del Barco’s right there. Just sayin’.)
Then, when you’re ready to add some more plans to your calendar, pull this up on your phone again and get to schedulin’. We’ve got some good ideas for you to note.
Keep scrolling for RVA’s latest social news, including how to celebrate the last little bit of summer; a day-trip idea; another event from the folks who brought you Summer, Supper, Somm; and more.
WEATHER
Wednesday: Sunny; high of 91°, low of 65°
Thursday: Mostly sunny; high of 94°, low of 65°
Friday: Sunny; high of 87°, low of 61°
HAPPENINGS
Wednesday, 7:30 - 10 pm: Mean Girls on Broadway in Richmond
Thursday, 6:30 - 9 pm: Collab Class: Spirits and Snacks of Central and South America with Beth Dixon (In-Person)
Friday, 2 - 6 pm: Chalk Up the Town: Celebrating Unity in the Community
CITY GUIDES
1. PLANNING THE BEST GIRLS' NIGHT OUT (OR BACHELORETTE PARTY!) IN RVA
RICHMONDER TO KNOW
Kenda Sutton-El: She’s the owner of Birth in Color RVA, a non-profit org dedicated to “linking maternal justice to reproductive justice,” providing pregnant people, and their support systems, with safe delivery and decision-making options for their families.
THE LATEST:
FOR THIS WEEK
Hot dog, hot dog, hot-diggity dog: Pizza Bones is throwing one final summer-y hurrah this Wednesday, September 21. Head to the spot's very own FriendBar for a mid-week evening of hot dogs, carmel corn, Bombay peanuts, and wine. Veggie-friendly options are available, too, and the shindig starts at 6 pm! (Instagram)
The more you know: Maymont recently joined the Museums for All initiative — an Institute of Museum and Library Services effort that strives to make museums accessible to people of all backgrounds. Now nine museums and cultural attractions in the Richmond region participate in the program, in addition to Maymont: Agecroft Hall & Gardens, the American Civil War Museum, the Children’s Museum of Richmond, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, The Poe Museum, the Science Museum of Virginia, The Valentine, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture, and the Wilton House Museum. (Virginia Museum of History & Culture)
Speaking of Maymont: The 100-acre historic estate and park is hosting its Bier-Garden event this Friday and Saturday, September 23 and 24. The Bavarian-style festival will feature live music; yard games; fire pits; authentic Paulaner bier; local craft beer and cider; The Mayor Meats brats; and schnitzel, sauerkraut, pretzels, and more from Capital Ale House. Tickets are only 10 bucks! (Maymont)
Shopping around: We love any opp to spruce up our wardrobes with some local finds. And this Saturday, September 25, the Westhampton Party on the Avenues looks to make all our chunky-sweater+ dreams come true. Head to the heart of Westhampton on Libbie Avenue, from Patterson Ave to Guthrie Ave, for some food, craft beverages, local vendors, and family-friendly entertainment, and don’t forget to pop into some of our Westhampton favorites while you’re out there: K|LA Boutique, Nellie George, and Jack Brown’s. (Instagram)
SAVE THE DATES
You Kent miss this: The 13th annual A Taste of Kent event happens Saturday, October 8. Make plans for a day trip to New Kent, VA, for an afternoon of free wine tastings, beer, vendors, and food trucks. This year’s event will also feature the addition of the Rotary Club of New Kent Motor Fest Car Show, showcasing dozens of vintage and new cars, trucks, and motorcycles. (And by the way, we’re teaming up with the New Kent Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club to give away two tickets to the festival. Keep scrolling for more info.) (A Taste of Kent)
If you chile want some hot plans: We know you were sad to see Summer, Supper, Somm come to an end (SAME), but never fear — Chile Chill Out is on its way. The folks who brought you SSS are back at it again this fall with seven foodie events featuring 10 chefs and "a zillion peppers and global expressions of what chiles can do." Starting Sunday, October 9, eat your way through L’Auberge Chez François, Cocodrilo, The Kitchen Classroom, River City Roll, The Roosevelt, Lehja, and more. (Instagram)
Someone alert Leslie Knope: Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is hosting its HarvestFest on Saturday, October 29. Mark you calendar for an autumn-y aft of live music, food, adult bevs, pumpkin-carving demos, scary story time, fairy-house building, and German eats — bratwurst, warm pretzels, beer cheese soup, German potato salad, and more. (Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden)
MORE LINKS YOU’LL WANT TO CLICK
🍻Ardent Craft Ales recently debuted a new event space. (Instagram)
💡Garden Glow is right around the corner. Snag your tix now! (Instagram)
Weekly Giveaway
A Taste of New Kent
Like we mentioned one or two scrolls up, A Taste of Kent is happening Saturday, October 8. Head out for the afternoon, and enjoy eats, drinks, shopping, and the new car show feature of the festival.
This week, we're teaming up with the New Kent Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club to give away two tickets to the festival. Let your favorite road-trip buddy know!
To enter, tell us: What is your cheese identity?
Last week: Congratulations to last week’s winner, Anne-Stuart T., for winning our Second Bottle giveaway!
Member Perks
Common House
We don’t want to remind you, per se, but colder weather is on the horizon, which means cabin fever is, too. Get yourself a cozy work spot — outside of your home or office — at Common House.
Members of The Richmond Experience get a 50% discount on initiation fees — so, anyone under 30 will pay a $75 initiation fee (vs. the usual $150), and anyone over 30 will pay a $150 initiation fee (vs. the usual $300).
To redeem, mention The Richmond Experience in the “Referral Name or Code” section of your application.
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Hey, new members!
We'd like to welcome 36 new members this week: Brad S., Jared W., Clair L., Kendal H., Logan H., Ryan D., Erin H., Jenna B., Beth B., Erin G., Laura S., Jake P., Kelly H., Lori A., Laura H., Amy K., Grace R., Hannah S., Winston J., Vicky M., Jay G., Daniela N., Josh H., Lia S., Kaitlyn B., Amanda A., Emily S., Trista T., Diana C., Brynn A., Morgan M., Catherine K., Elizabeth C., James B., Anna M., and Elisabeth S., we’re so glad you’re here!
It takes a village, so let us know if you have any questions, thoughts, feedback, tips, or recs! Thanks for reading edition 225 of The Weekly Insider.
Have a great week!
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