Ed 324: Voter Guide, Fall Plant Sale, Sober Happy Hour
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Hello, hello!
I made it to and from the beach last week, and I’m so glad to be meeting you in your inbox again! Now, this afternoon, it took me a beat to remember what the “mac” in “mac and cheese” stands for, but I’ve just about dusted the rest of the sand off my brain and am ready to head into the next season, ~fall leaves~ ahead. I stocked my fridge with a six-pack of Alewerks Pumpkin to chill alongside my take-home six-pack of Carolina Brewery Fin Chaser, and I think the official transition from summer to fall at the end of this week will go off without a hitch. (TBD re: fall in general, but just get your ballot in ASAP and lean on whatever pumpkin spice support systems you need to get through.)
Keep scrolling for RVA’s latest social news, including a certified iconic restaurant, the Pipeline Trail safety hazard, Indian-inspired coffee drinks, and more.
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WEATHER
Wednesday: High chance of rain; high of 76°, low of 68°
Thursday: Low chance of rain; high of 78°, low of 65°
Friday: Partly sunny; high of 78°, low of 64°
HAPPENINGS
Wednesday, 7:30 - 9:30 pm: RIVER CITY ROLL TRIVIA NIGHT
Thursday, 5 - 7 pm: SOBER HAPPY HOUR
Friday, 10 am - 5 pm: NA NIN WAREHOUSE SALE, DAY 1
CITY GUIDES
1. 11 OF THE BEST PLACES TO SEE FALL FOLIAGE IN RVA
2. YOUR GUIDE TO OKTOBERFEST IN RICHMOND
3. MUSIC ROUNDUP: CONCERTS & SHOWS HAPPENING IN RICHMOND, NOW THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30
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RICHMONDER TO KNOW
2024 Voter Guide: Fittingly, this comes to us from The Richmonder, a just-launched nonprofit news outlet that covers government goings-on in the city and elsewhere, among other topics. We thought the pub’s Voter Guide might be particularly relevant this time of year, as it covers info about where the candidates stand in every race, city-wide. (BTW, the deadline to register to vote or update registration is comin’ in hot — make sure you’re situated here!)
THE LATEST:
Image Source: Maven Theory
Image Source: Sincero
Image Source: Sweet P’s RVA
Image Source: Joe's Inn
SOCIAL NEWS
Fall is in the air: Maven Theory, a meeting of the minds behind Maven Made and Sun Theory, will open its new storefront on October 26. The Bellevue space, located in the historic Samis Grotto Temple building, will make way for fragrances, candles, and fine goods from Richmond and beyond. (Instagram)
Richmond continues to uphold its rep for delish coffee: With spots like Pi’s Coffee celebrating its first year in the River City business, for example. The shop is another one you can find on wheels, as owner Piyush “Pi” Jessani rolls around town offering his Indian-inspired creations from his converted Japanese kei-truck. Not in need of a caffeine fix? Try one of Pi’s many coffee-free drinks, like rose lemonade, blue milk tea, seasonal spritzers, and more. (Richmond magazine)
Casual comfort and sophisticated dining: Sweet P’s RVA opened this week in Jackson Ward. The spot that’s “redefining American cuisine” offers scratch-made dishes, like cardamom rubbed salmon with maple-roasted root vegetables; enoki nashville with vegan slaw, pickles, and vegan brioche; and Peruvian chicken fries with aji verde. (Sweet P’s RVA)
Say it ain’t so: Sincero is closing its doors at the end of this month, on Sunday, September 29. The spot known originally for serving its Mexican-American fare from pop-up tents opened a brick-and-mortar within the last year, but cites the “brutal business” of the restaurant industry in announcing its impending closing. The eatery will be up and running per usual until its last day, so make sure to stop by and support during its last few days. We’ll look forward to whatever comes next from the amazing team over there. (Instagram)
It’s giving Country Greek Salad: Joe’s Inn recently reached icon status according to the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association (VRLTA) (although, it was already an icon in our hearts, TBH). Second-generation owner Tina Kafantaris emphasizes the restaurant’s community feel and offer of “something for everyone,” as she’s seen folks enjoy first dates, engagements, and other lifetime milestones with a meal at Joe’s Inn. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Caution, rivergoers!: The Pipeline Trail is closed to the public for the time-being, and it’s possible the city may close it permanently. The trail’s critical (and namesake) pipe failed and caused a sh*tty situation this summer, and the Department of Public Utilities recently expressed concern over the aging infrastructure’s safety, advising Richmonders to avoid “traveling to the 'beach' area near the pipe as safety hazards exist."(Axios)
MORE LINKS YOU’LL WANT TO CLICK
🐈⬛Sadly, one of the Poe Museum cats, Pluto, passed away this week. (Instagram)
🐟The owner of Fighting Fish has plans for a new concept to open next door. (Richmond BizSense)
🗞ICYMI while we were guzzling down the last few sips of summer at the beach last week, Slingshot closed in Scott’s Addition, more info about CarMax Park hit the press, The Mantu Express is now open in Short Pump, and Barrio is closing soon.
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Weekly Giveaway
Home Team Grill
We like sports and we don’t care who knows! But YOU know we’re mostly in it for the buffalo chicken dip, and Home Team Grill is just one of the many great spots to catch some football in Richmond. Start with the dip, but def don’t sleep on the Philly Egg Rolls.
This week, we’re giving away 20 bucks toward your tab at Home Team Grill! Head there Thursday, Sunday, and Monday (or whenever else!) and snag some delish snacks while you watch the game(s).
To enter, tell us: What is your very fave fall activity?
Last week: Congratulations to last edition’s winner, Alison G., for winning the Virginia Distilled giveaway!
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Member Perks
BOHO Studios
We’re headed into that time of year where breaking a sweat *outside* may not be as enticing, given the cooler temps and darker-earlier days. Stay on track with your fitness goals with BOHO Studios instead!
As a member of The Richmond Experience, you get $20 off a 10-class pack (from $220 to $200!). Use code RVAEXP20 to redeem.
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Hey, new members!
We’d like to welcome 29 new members this week: Grantland S., Amanda S., Bobbi C., Alexis R., Barb L., Shauna E., Sara S., Kendall B., Austin H., Meredith D., Maddie L., Antonio G., Danielle A., Avery M., Heather D., Kelley W., Christi F., Sarah S., Steven H., Blake L., Julia S., Paige M., Tea S., Eilidh T., Aeron S., Carly J., Kaylee R., Chelsea F., and Alison W., 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 324 of The Weekly Insider.
Catch you next week!
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