Ed 307: Free Squirrels Tickets, Vegan Breakfast Burritos, Pop-Up Park
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Hey there!
Given the weather forecast, the gloomy skies are probably glooming outside and you’re probably feeling very sleepy, groggy, and generally ~meh~.
But SNAP OUT OF IT. We’ve got a blast of warm-weather *funn* on the horizon for you, and we’re not about to let a little rain dampen our upcoming party plans, party people! We’re teaming up with our friends at the Richmond Flying Squirrels ballpark (yes, THE Nutzy, Nutasha, and crew) and treating you to a night of baseball and then some on Thursday, May 30!
>> To snag yourself a spot at the game, click the link here <<
In other words: Rain, rain, go away — or don’t. We’re unbothered. See you soon, RVAx mems!
Keep scrolling for RVA’s latest social news, including snapshots of the Northern Lights in Virginia, early voting info, where to try slacklining, and more.
WEATHER
Wednesday: Scattered thunderstorms; high of 70°, low of 58°
Thursday: Partly cloudy; high of 75°, low of 58°
Friday: Mostly cloudy; high of 78°, low of 62°
HAPPENINGS
Wednesday, 9 am - 12 pm: VOLUNTEER WITH RICHMOND COMMUNITY TOOLBANK
Thursday, 5 - 8 pm: FETCH A CURE’S PETS ON PARADE PREVIEW AND DOG AUCTION
Friday, 5 - 9:30 pm: DOMINION ENERGY RIVERROCK, DAY 1
CITY GUIDES
1. YOUR GUIDE TO MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN RICHMOND
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RICHMONDER TO KNOW
Molly Nugent: She’s a recent grad from VCU — with a bachelor’s degree in business and concentration in entrepreneurship and marketing — and has the hair-styling game on lock(s), working from her own space, Hair by Molly Paige, at Hive Salon Studios. The woman doesn’t even turn 21 until later this summer, and she’s done all that and more! Molly’s also an advocate for supporting folks with multiple sclerosis, having been diagnosed herself in 2023. She recently participated in Walk MS, a new event that looks to change the lives of people with MS and get us closer to our ultimate goal: a cure.
THE LATEST:
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SOCIAL NEWS
Pop over to the new pop-up park: There’s a new pop-up park in town. On Cutshaw Ave, between Wayne St and N Sheppard St, the city of Richmond set up a temporary (but potentially permanent!) park for folks to come visit. This movement was the Richmond’s response to residents saying they felt unsafe in the area. The space officially opened on Saturday and will stay put for about a week, allowing the city to see how folks utilize it and if it would make sense as a long-lasting fixture in the area. (Instagram)
Chuck E. Cheese could never: Thanks to one of our fave local resources The West End Mom, we saw that Toddling Around is now open! The new indoor play place is located in Short Pump and offers free play options for kiddos, ages 0 to 4 (and up to 6 years old for some activities). You can even attend classes or rent out the space for birthday parties and such. (Instagram)
Where to find vegan patty melts and more: Tiny Vegan has officially opened a storefront. The once-a-food-cart place for an all-vegan menu (featuring some gluten-free options, too) kicked things off on Saturday at its new digs in Carytown. Stop by ASAP for mouth-watering breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos, cold brew, and more. (Instagram)
Your weekend plans are gonna rock: Riverrock szn is here again! That's right: The nation's premier outdoor sports and music festival is back for 2024, beginning this Friday, May 17, through Sunday, May 19. From yoga classes to trail runs, group art installations to bike exhibitions, sustainability projects to music, scavenger hunts, and more, you’ll have no shortage of ways to enjoy the great outdoors on and around Brown’s Island. Check out the schedule, parking info, and more here before you head over. (Riverrock)
Figure out your voting plan!: Friendly reminder: It’s a big voting year (as if you could forget), and our first opp for ballot-casting in 2024 is underway. Primary day is on Tuesday, June 18, but if you want to make your voice heard ASAP, you can submit an early vote anytime between now and June 15. Axios Richmond recently highlighted these other important things to keep in mind, too:
Noteworthy dates:
May 28 is the deadline to register to vote or update registration.
June 7 is the deadline to apply for a mailed absentee ballot.
June 15 is the last in-person early voting day.
Polling place info:
Look up your polling place here.
Things to bring with you:
A form of ID, but residents who don't have one when they go to vote can cast a provisional ballot that's counted once officials verify eligibility. (Axios Richmond)
MORE LINKS YOU’LL WANT TO CLICK
🌌ICYMI, a geomagnetic storm brought a view of the Northern Lights to Virginia skies at the end of last week. 8News pulled together a roundup of readers’ snapshots, and the sights were stunning! (8News)
📖Volumes 2, 3, and 4 of Richmond Architectura, a coffee table-style book from Mathew Oswald Photography, are available for pre-order now. (Instagram)
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Weekly Giveaway
Madi’s Custom Paintings
Madison Hamilton is a local artist with a keen eye for capturing the beauty of nature in her work — whether it be through landscapes or pet portraits. Experience her artistic flow and learn a few tips yourself at one of her upcoming workshops!
This week, we’re teaming up with Madi’s Custom Paintings to give away two tickets to the Art on the Overlook painting workshop! Happening at picturesque Maymont on Saturday, May 18, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
To enter, tell us: What is your favorite flower?
Last week: Congratulations to last edition’s winner, Laura P., for winning the Positively Delicious giveaway!
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Hey, new members!
We’d like to welcome 13 new members this week: Mattie J., Alexandra P., Megan C., Emily B., Cathy S., Lauren B., Leslie S., Chrissy E., Q A., Hailey R., Audrey M., Heather C., and Jessamy A., 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 307 of The Weekly Insider.
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