Fall of Freedom bills itself as “an urgent call to the arts community to unite in defiance of authoritarian forces sweeping the nation.” The organizers aren’t pulling punches: they argue that democracy is under attack, threats to free expression are rising, dissent is...
Life coach and self-described "podcast nerd" Randy Wilson talks with influencers and community leaders from all walks of life on the eponymous Randy Wilson Podcast. Putting your voice out into the world has never been more accessible than it is today, and that's something Richmond-based podcaster Randy Wilson is taking advantage of with his...
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“It takes a village to raise a child, but it takes a city to run a shelter.” At Richardson’s Rescue, volunteers care for cats in an open environment, exchanging kennels for a consignment-shop environment. Upon entering the Richardson’s Rescue boutique, visitors may be greeted by Reese: a stunning calico cat that likes to scale the windowsill of...
It's wintertime here in RVA, and we've all gotta keep warm, whether we're doing so by wearing vegan leather, eating Hot Pockets, or paging through the Missed Connections looking for a friendly person to cuddle up to. If you're a sexy barber, a tatted-up security guard, or a frequently-flying Spongebob fan, someone's looking to cuddle with you...
Randolph-Macon College, a tiny, ancient university half an hour north of Richmond, has played host to more than its share of paranormal incidents over the years. “I think there’s something in the building...” Spirits, apparitions, ghosts, and the unknown. Some people believe that there is something in this world that cannot be fully explained....
RVA Magazine is proud to showcase The Hustle Season Podcast every weekend. Produced at La Cocina Studio in Richmond, VA; homegrown musicians Kelli Strawbridge, Reggie Pace, James Seretis (La Cocina’s engineer) & Gabriel Santamaria bring their irreverent, outspoken and at times thoughtful opinions to the masses. Focusing on pop culture and...
At Eden's Community Garden, a project of Second Baptist Church in Southside, growing food for the community helps nourish the soul. “My happiness is making other people happy. Seeing a smile on someone’s face that you gave to them… nothing tops that. And that is why I do what I do.” That is what Mr. Merrick said to me on my first day volunteering...
Whether you’re an experienced terrarium builder or just starting out, PlantHouse RVA is ready to help make your green dreams a reality. If your room is looking a little plain and needs a pop of color, look no further than PlantHouse RVA. A terrarium workshop and plant store, the colorful shop on Cary Street is an interactive way to make your own...
Valentine's Day is almost here, and the Missed Connections are here to prove that all some of us really want is someone to make us feel special. Meanwhile, others of us are total creeps who have no idea what constitutes appropriate public behavior. Just because we're laughing at your Craigslist post doesn't mean we approve in any way, you...
