Ed 317: Olympics, Korean Fried Chicken, Back-to-School Haircuts
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This edition is going to be very podcast launch party coded — in one way, because we’ve got some more party favors to give away as you read on, but in another way, because my under-eye situation could be considered checked baggage rn. I’m a delighted, but exhausted, woman from that absolute BLAST we had with you last week, folks, so I’m keeping it short and sweet up top here this week. Come chit-chat some more with us tonight at book club, and make sure you’re caught up on the latest ep of The Chatter — a new one drops this Friday, and we’ve got LOTS to discuss then.
Keep scrolling for RVA’s latest social news, including a local bartender’s pick for the best gin, a massive new park in Henrico, the hot dog candle smelled ‘round the world, and more.
PODCAST
WEATHER
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy; high of 87°, low of 76°
Thursday: Light rain in the morning; high of 80°, low of 70°
Friday: Partly cloudy; high of 86°, low of 66°
HAPPENINGS
Wednesday, 6 - 8 pm: RVAx MONTHLY BOOK CLUB
Thursday, 9 - 10:30 am: A TROPICAL EXTRAVAGANZA TOUR
Friday, 1 - 5 pm: 2024 SUMMER GAMES: OLYMPICS WATCH PARTY
CITY GUIDES
1. WHICH RICHMOND FITNESS SPOT TO VISIT, BASED ON (SOME OF) YOUR FAVORITE SUMMER OLYMPICS SPORTS
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RICHMONDER TO KNOW
Gianna Stanley: She’s one of the founders of Social Club RVA — a monthly dinner series that offers opps for food and friendship. Gianna helps coordinate ticketed and free events for interested guests to mix and mingle at local spots and enjoy some delish eats and drinks, too. Learn more about the org here, AND be sure to catch a class with Gianna at @fit4momrichmond and @kitchenclassroom.
THE LATEST:
Image Source: Henrico County
Image Source: James River Association via RVAHub
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SOCIAL NEWS
Henrico County just celebrated its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Taylor Farm Park: The 99-acre space in Sandston offers nature-centered amenities, including mist mounds, an interactive play stream, an “all-wheel” park and more. Pack up the kids and plan for an all-day adventure; there’s a lot to scope out. (Henrico County)
A place on the river: Last year, the James River Association announced plans for the James A. Buzzard River Education Center, a new space situated on RVA’s historic riverfront (but of course), which would act as a center of activity for environmental education, “connecting students and the region with the river and advancing our vision of a fully healthy river supporting thriving communities.” The center’s namesake is a former JRA board chairman who advocated tirelessly for the James River and youth environmental education. And now the project is officially complete; the org celebrated its grand opening last week! (RVAHub)
For your bar cart: Earlier this week, Crescent Simples launched its three-pack gift sets. Snag a set of fan favorites (Blueberry Lavender, Lime Jalapeno, Strawberry Basil) or classics (Grenadine Syrup, Old Fashioned Syrup, Tonic Syrup), or both! The biz has each gift-set option available online and is working on getting them in a marketplace near you, so stay tuned for that development next. (Crescent Simples)
Drool incoming: We’re on our way out of July, which means you only have a few more days to catch up on The Trendspotter this month before we drop August’s edition of must-visit hot spots. We’ll give you a little taste of what’s to come, tho. bb.q Chicken opened recently in Carytown and it’s giving mouth-watering. The spot is your fast pass to Korean flavors, offering a spread of Korean Fried Chicken, K Food, and much more. (Instagram)
In Biden news: As you likely heard, Joe Biden has pulled out of the upcoming presidential race. That’s about as heavy-newsy as we like to get around here, but we did like reading through RTD’s roundup of Richmond voters’ reactions to the update, AND RVA Coffee Stain, as always, gave us something to smile about in an otherwise, say, bleak (?) time in our country’s history. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
MORE LINKS YOU’LL WANT TO CLICK
🍸Forbes recently published a list of the best gins according to America’s bartenders, and one of Richmond’s best is featured. (Forbes)
🕯The Richmond Flying Squirrels had, ahem, mixed reviews about the hot dog candle they gave out at a recent game. (Instagram)
Image Source: Cirrus Vodka
Weekly Giveaway
Cirrus Vodka
Did you miss our podcast launch party last week? Never fear; we saved some party favors for you.
This week, we’re giving away two drink tickets to Cirrus Vodka! Use them at the Ownby Ln location now, OR tuck them away to use when the *new* space opens in Scott’s Addition later.
To enter, tell us: What is a group of owls called?
Last week: Congratulations to last edition’s winner, Richard T., for winning the Hot For Pizza giveaway!
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Member Perks
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids
We don’t want to rile you up, so we’ll keep our voices down over here, but… back-to-school season is just around the corner. Lucky for you, there are lots of local places that are in the biz of getting the kiddos ready for the first day, and one of those places is Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids.
The hair-cuttery creates an entertaining experience for kids by providing a superior haircut with warm, experienced stylists in a meticulously clean and sanitized place filled with fun not found in other kids salons! Plus, all haircuts come with a wash, cut, blow-dry, fun cars or gaming stations, your kiddo’s choice of videos to watch, mini-cures, lollipops, and a balloon.
As a member of The Richmond Experience, you get $5 off your first service at Sharkey’s! Just use code “The Richmond Experience” when you book.
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Hey, new members!
We’d like to welcome 11 new members this week: Cara C., Mark E., Dana H., Abhishek N., Amanda R., Laura E., Mark B., Alli M., Stephanie H., Allan M., and Lauren R., 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 317 of The Weekly Insider.
See you tonight!
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