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Best Of VA Missed Connections November 13 – November 19

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Welcome to another week of Missed Connections, in which we learn that the heart wants what it wants, even when that thing might not be what’s best for you. We also learn that the recent colder temperatures might just be afflicting our MC posters’ fingers, as ads are more terse than ever this week. We’re guessing lots of you are just hurrying to finish typing your posts so you can put your gloves back on. Suggestion: wait til you get where you’re going to let the world know about your missed connection. If you forget it by the time you get there, was it really worth posting about?

There’s also a lot of food talk in this week’s Missed Connections… I guess the temps are also fueling our nesting instincts, meaning we all want to cuddle up with a warm plate of delicious eats. How long before these posts become dominated by talk of “Netflix and chill” in front of the fireplace? At this rate, I give it three weeks.

And finally, of course, we’ve got some questions from a straight guy who, from the sound of it, might not be so straight after all. If any of our readers still feel like they need permission from the world to explore options beyond strictly hetero couplings, well, I’m officially giving it to you.

Let your rainbow flag fly, Virginia.

you punched me in the face in Stuart Court but I still miss you (Richmond)

title says it all.

Miss you (Richmond)

Miss you even though we never really got along and I’m sure you think about me too. BB.

Friday downtown sandwiches

The sandwiches on the second floor were better.

Marcos hull (Brandeemill)

I was disappointed you couldn’t wait on me.

I hope you will next time. When you look at me I want to eat more than pizza.

Dots Restaurant (Bellevue)

You are one Beautiful waitress

Deisy (Sandston)

You are a waitress and waited on me saturday
afternoon.You are beautiful and i would love to get know you. Let me know the name of the restaurant

Gorgeous brunette came in Huddle House round 12:30pm (Virginia Beach)

The gorgeous brunette walked in Huddle House in Landstown area of Virginia Beach. You was wearing a blue top and gray pants your clothes showed off your amazing body perfectly. But anyway I was amazed by your beauty. You walked in with this bold head guy and I don’t know if he is a Bf or a Co-Worker but if you are not seeing anyone or if you are looking for some fun outside of your relationship I would love to help you with that. I would love to meet up and have a drink and talk sometime.

The Gorgeous Mother in CHKD LANDSTOWN this morning (Virginia Beach)

To the most beautiful woman I ever seen in my life. You came into CHKD LANDSTOWN round 8am with your son to check in. I wish I could’ve talk to you and see if you are a single mother or not because I would love to ask you out. You was wearing all black and on your high heels boots you had like a gray Scarf tied around your boots. You are Incredibly sexy and I would love meet up for drinks and see we’re it can go.

Question 4 good looking Str8 guys…. (Fredericksburg)

I have a question and need advice from goodlooking Str8 straight or openminded guys. I’m a similar Goodlooking fit guy, and cannot ask my buddies.

Question – Have you ever had another dude come on to you, or offer to do stuff for you, and what did you do?

VCU Nurse? (E Franklin)

You are a thick short chick. I think you work in the building behind Penny Lane. I see you daily. You’re sexy and I want to get your number.

George Strait (Virginia Beach)

This is not really a missed a connection since we never did talk, but more of a missed opportunity. You sang “Give it Away” at karaoke last night (Saturday), and you were there with a friend. I just thought you were really hot and tried to not look obvious catching glimpses of you all night, since I wasn’t there alone, but then again, neither were you though I’m almost positive you were there with just a friend. Wish you were naked when you sang that song lol.

Krogers deli area – f4m (Richmond)

We spoke in line at the deli today around noon. You had on your work uniform. If you see this tell me where you work or if you’re on qwikmeet tell me what name you go by.

Light guy-food lion (Henrico)

Noticed you in Food lion- working on lights. You mid 40’s, dark hair, scruff, looks like plump ass.

You looked to be checking a couple guys out. What are you into?

Larry’s auto and repair (charlottesville)

Went in with my roomate his service engine light was on.i was in passenger side.you came out to scan the car and had a sexy accent possibly russian or german? Are you single? Are you looking?Whats your name? Tell me what i had with me so i know its you.

We met at Walmart (Churchland)

We met yesterday in the makeup isle, you said I was handsome you would like to hang out sometime. I was wearing jeans a grey t-shirt and black beanie. You were wearing a black dress brown knee high boots and you had brunette hair. Lets meet tonight I am available and would love to make you dinner and have a few drinks. Please respond if you remember me.

Dog Store. Lynnhaven Mall (Virginia Beach)

Dark haired babe with the full sleeve. You’re super pretty and I would like to get to know you.

I had some great Lyft passengers. Anyone? (23227)

I met some great guys driving Saturday night. So you know who I am, Im a tall beefy hairy guy, that drives for charity. Hit me up if you know who I am.

Nice chat (Milothian)

Had a great time chatting with you yesterday on our Uber ride. Hope you had a good day and maybe we will meet again soon.

Lyft driver (Vb)

You were my lyft driver to take me back to my car. Thought we connected pretty good. I’m a male so are you. We were talking about cars and what each cars brand stood for. If you see this and wanna chill let me know what your second car is.

Halloween / Target (charlottesville)

You mouthed something to me when I walked past. It would be fun to run into each other again. Tell me what you said.

i sure miss chatting and emails with you! (richmond)

we used to chat about everything , loved our secret meetings when we did years back,, always think of you! wish you would say hello again. my first initial is R I am male you female first and last intials A. Z. would love to hear from you!

I fixed your flat (RVA)

MWM that stopped to fix your flat. You were a fine black woman that needed a pump. Is it you?

Hannah…..Chris is looking for you (Church Hill)

I am tired of seeing you at a distance and I would like to speak again. I am kicking myself for not getting digits from you when we last spoke. You know where I live and my phone number is right on my van. Call me, girl and let’s get together soon.

Looking for Star from Richmond (Richmond)

Hey star if you see this hit me back. I gave you my number this morning.

Twisted Pig, Port Norfolk, Shooting Pool, with Goatee (Port Norfolk Portsmouth)

I was watching you shoot pool most of the evening, I had to leave, so if you are interested in some relaxation, I live in Port Norfolk not far away. You are welcome to stop by, safe, clean and discreet older guy.

Chub, where have you been? (Sandy Hook)

I miss the days we used to hang out which was long ago 

My 46 birthday came and went and I couldn’t help thinking of you

It’s been too long, let’s reconnect

I’m headed out of town for the weekend but would love to start emailing again and see about finding time to get together

We work together! (Va beach)

So we work together, although we really dont say much other than saying hi and maybe complaining a little about the day, but I always catch you looking at me and vice versa so I just wondered if there was something there.

It could be this is all just a misreading but the way your face lights up every time I say hi to you.. it makes me wonder because you are gorrrrgeous.

Anyway if this reaches the intended person, tell me your name and where we work (and maybe a picture) and I’ll hit you back up!

Best of VA Missed Connections October 23 – October 29

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Halloween’s almost here, but this week Missed Connections is more about kicking dope rhymes than it is about costumery. If you can come up with a more creative couplet than one that pairs “beautiful” with “cuticles,” you just might find the hottie of your dreams.

Sexist stereotypes and extremely obvious marijuana references won’t win anyone anything except maybe a call from a narc, but painting secret-admirer mash notes on rocks and leaving them at your crush’s front door certainly might get you some attention. Meanwhile, it might be time to sweep the bathroom floor — the remnants of last week’s haircut seem to have attained sentience, and are making debatably threatening Craigslist posts about you.

If all else fails, maybe you can cure your loneliness at Kroger. If nothing else, it’s objectively the best grocery store chain in the city, so you’ll at least be able to get some good deals on produce.

Snack hard, Virginia.

The time is 4:20 (Stafford, VA)

Where are you Mr. Green?? The time is 4:20…Do you know what I mean? Extra for delivery

Lyft Rider-You were a witch

Saturday night. you and a friend were witches. You are the WM. Remember me?

What is it about?

Crazy women that make them lousy in relationships but the best in bed?

JJ1CZ (Costco)

One HOT MAMA, wished we could have spoken

Liv works at samsclub col. Hghts (Colonial heights)

I think your name tag said Liv. But you work at Sam’s Club you look incredible. Jaw dropping incredible I just wanted to let you know. Even though I am sure you already know that. If you happen to read this hope it brightens your day.

Your your the voice inside my head (Virgina beach)

I miss you, now I am acting like a punk clinching the tissue. We said I was just for fun, no attachment or trying to get serious. Then I got to know you, and you intrigued me being so mysterious. Things happen and everything got so delirious so I am trying to reach back to you because my heart is searching so furious. We use skate and make love I would always give you back rubs. Holding you nice and tight, maybe once day me and you can once again see a sunset cause you are my sunlight. You know who you are beautiful message me so I can get all up in your cuticles.

Sorry to disturb you friday (Innsbrook)

Sorry about that. Friday I was having my lunch in my work parking lot out near capital one and parked in the back to eat. Didn’t realize anyone was in the car but I saw the two of you climb up from the back seat and you took off. Sorry to be a blocker!

Walmart

Have you stopped thinking about me yet? I saw you watching me the whole time despite being with someone else.

Split ends (Ok)

Cut.
Cut me off.
Trim me down.
Look at me laying
On the floor.
Powerless.
Sweep me
Into you pan,
And look at me
One last time
Before you tilt
Your wrist
To banish me.
Deplorable.
Wash away the
Rest of me
And start
New.

“Love Rock” (Chesapeake)

On Wednesday October 23rd, a stone painted white on the top and words written in purple, red, and gold was found on top of my mailbox. I’m aware that rocks are passed around randomly all the time in this community with cute messages on them. I find really small ones around work once in a while. Except this time, I don’t believe it was from a stranger. They obviously knew where I lived. I believe the rock was a message for me. I am not sure whether to pass it on or find the person that left it. It is a mystery to me that I want to solve. I believe it was a message of love. If it was you or you know who it was, please reach out and give me an answer. I have never received anything like this before in my life, obviously this is a special and unique gift. My heart wants an answer. I need to find out why they have left it for me. This rock is more like a stone that was from my own garden or someplace by the water. It’s about 3-4 inches long and has some weight to it. The following words were written on it:

“Your love is golden!”

Girl dancing in the yellow beetle (Ashland, VA)

You were so cute dancing in your car. I tried to get your eye, but we were going about 85 on the interstate. I’m staying in Ashland, VA tonight but don’t live in the Richmond area. Just wanted to let you know how good your energy felt. Made me put on some music and dance myself. 😉

Were you driving a new or old beetle?

Kroger m4w (Short pump)

Was that a connection? We kept sharing looks. I wanted to talk to you but you kept driving after leaving store. What was I wearing?

Kroger

You had glasses. Black shirt. Hair in a ponytail off to the side. Tattoo on your left arm. Very pretty woman. You were at the doors talking to employees. I was the guy at customer service. Kinda stared at you.

The Pulse Bus (Willow Lawn)

You were the short haired blond woman with four friends on the Pulse bus today around noon. You got off at Willow Lawn. You are smoking hot. I wanted to say something to you but I didn’t want to interrupt the conversation you were having with your friends.

I’d like to have a cup of coffee or a cocktail with you.

Tell me what had on.

Like skin girl working at Pizza Hut (Hopewell)

I wanted to ask for your number but I don’t usually like asking while someones at work. But here I am regreting not asking. Tell me what’s on the screen.

Orange shoes & sweater, camel silvers and a little pick up at WaWa

WaWa W. Broad-

You were wearing orange tennis shoes and an orange sweater. You bought camel silvers, complimented my shirt and drove off in a little pick up truck. You are SO cute.! Hope to hear back.

April at Wawa (Fredericksburg Virginia)

Hoping you might see this we talk this morning you said you was getting off in 15 minutes I said jump in the little white truck I’ll take you home like to talk with you more

Golds Gym Swiftcreek- Colorful pant… wears a hat

You are a blonde WF… I typically see you early morning. I’m typically leaving as you come in. I noticed you looking at me while you were on the stairmaster. What do I look like? 😉

Walmart (Sheila lane)

I helped you at the self checkout. You have beautiful hair … well…beautiful everything. If your interested in grabbing some food, go for a walk or catch a movie , let me know. To know its you, tell me how i helped.

American Family Sauna

We were in the sauna at the same time, made eye connection several times. Can provide more details and description. Both WM. Email me.

Richmond Airport

I asked if you were lost.. and you said?

Saucys (Petersburg)

We had a good convo the other night and would like to grab a drink sometime. I should have said something at the time but by the time I went to you were leaving.

Best Of VA Missed Connections August 28 – September 3

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School’s back in here in Richmond, and if you’re riding the bus, you just might find yourself in the Missed Connections this week. After all, we’ve all gotta get there somehow.

We’ve got a bunch of fun stuff in the good ol’ MCs this week, from house flippers who want to flip more than just houses to athletic hikers and flirty Food Lion shoppers. Plus a lady forklift driver, which is a rejected Prince song title if I’ve ever heard one, and a Vietnamese food fan who really just wants to check out everyone’s feet. Putting the sandals into early retirement might not be a bad idea this year.

Finally, if you’ve got some donuts your hookup partner isn’t into, the RVA Mag staff is always hungry. But you can spare us the spit.

Get sugary, Richmond.

You want me to spit in your mouth… (Fan)

But you never eat the Sugar Shack donuts I bring over when we hook up. What gives?

Area 51 (richmond)

To the young lady who opened the door for me at Area 51, I was in a hurry to work and would love to chat with you. You were in a white and car and I was in a ????

On the #20 Orbital Bus (Going to Cary and Shepherd)

Hi there, if you actually somehow see this I asked you for help with directions and you were very kind and helpful. I wished I would have asked you your name and told you mine but I’m a little on the shy side. If you see this message me I’d love to hear from you and talk sometime.

Smiling on the pulse bus (Willow lawn)

You have buzzed hair, piercings, and a Rollator walker, I was having a really horrible day but you smiled at me and it really helped. I wanted to say something to you but I was nervous. feel free to reach out if you see this

Red house (Chester)

Green shorts

Caravati’s (Richmond)

Jimmy….I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the conversation we had. You were so helpful. I couldn’t stop looking at you. You have an awesome personality and I was dumb struck staring at those blue eyes. I could have stayed all day. You’re very sweet and I have had you on my mind. Just had to tell you that you left a great impression.

Hot girl with dog named Izzy (Shockoe Bottom Old Stone Row)

I was by your apartments today for a water leak. I spent some time talking to you and petting your dog Izzy. I was speechless you were gorgeous we should take Izzy for a walk sometime and then hang back out at your place.

Pho

You were with 3 of your friends. You were the girl wearing the pink shirt. I thought I overheard you saying one of your friends had ugly feet. Well, you on the other hand had some of the nicest feet and arches I have seen. I’d love to massage your beautiful feet and give you a free pedicure.

Gorgeous woman at Dairy Queen (Ashland)

You worked the drive thru of Dairy Queen in Ashland on Wednesday. I thought you were hot. We traded a long look and a smile. Would like to see you again.

Dorey Park beauty (East End)

I was with a group at Dorey Park on Tuesday and you were with a friend and her daughter. You are a beautiful brunette with tattoos on your arms and legs. We shared several conversations and a wave. I left without getting your number but would really like to see you again. If you remember, let me know what group I was with so I know its you.

Three Women, All Very Pretty and Fit (Westover Hills)

You were on a hike together. I took your picture while shamelessly flirting. Happy to serve as your guide for future hikes. Tell me what we talked about.

Lady house flipper at lowes (Forest Hill)

Pretty, petite white lady I spoke with in the return lane. Tall wm here. Wish I had given you my card. I’m offering my services to help with your flips. 

Food Lion friend

I come into your job quite often and we kinda know each other’s work schedule.idk if it’s just me but it feels like we want to say what we feel but never do.you always smile when you see me and we always joke around when we can.you would always say something about my music. Idk if you would ever see this or even respond but I hope you do.if so tell me my work schedule so I know it’s you.

Macys south park (S Chesterfield)

Cute strawberry blonde that works at macys 

you are kinda short with a cute smile and a great looking body 

would like to find out more about you

Short haired blonde Chester Food Lion (Chester Food Lion)

I saw you in the Chester Food Lion Friday evening. You had short blonde hair and you were thin and pretty. I wanted to chat with you and thought about it as I left. Then I saw you leaving in a car. I know the color and make so use that when you reply so I know it’s you. You saw me too….. 

Cute girl at Cracker Barrel (Mechanicsville)

Cute girl at Cracker Barrel this morning (Wednesday) that i shared a smile with this on my way out. 

Would love to talk to you. 
I had a red shirt/backwards hat

LADY FORKLIFT DRIVER (PETERSBURG)

I shook hands with you this morning would love to buy you a drink.

what color pants were you wearing

Searching for Kimberly Walker

Trying to find Kimberly Walker who was originally from Aylett. We were long distance friends back in the 80’s and early 90’s. Just drifted apart and life went on. I spoke with you about 10 years ago out of the blue and you were happily married and doing well. Heard that your husband passed last year and would like to reconnect. Your Dad worked for the railroad.

A Main Street Movie Theatre Returns To Former Glory In Ashland

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From first-run movies and a unique, locally-focused atmosphere to live music presented by the Broadberry Entertainment Group, the Ashland Theatre’s got it all.

Local is EVERYTHING. And at the Ashland Theatre, Ashland is exactly what you get. The rich history, the architecture, the food, the music, everything.

“When we opened we wanted to make sure we had Homemades by Suzanne in our concessions, Center of the Universe beer in our bars, and that when you come to visit the Ashland Theatre, that you get a real taste of Ashland,” said Douglas Love, CEO of the Ashland Theatre Foundation.

After having been mostly shut down since the 90s, the Ashland Theatre, located 30 minutes north of Richmond in the town of Ashland, was renovated last year. It reopened its doors on December 26th for a soft opening with the movie Mary Poppins Returns, and the screening featured a surprise visit from Poppins herself.

“[Our goal] is to make this as homespun as we can, something you can’t get from a chain,” said Love. “So having a Mary Poppins impersonator, those kinds of things are on-mission for us.”

Along with visits from Mary Poppins, the team at the Ashland Theatre is working to bring that little extra something to every event. For their run of Bohemian Rhapsody (which, yes, it’s the sing-a-long version!), they will have fake mustaches for every guest. They even have plans in the works for special event-specific drinks.

They may have begun with movies, but the Ashland Theatre has plans to go beyond filmed entertainment, bringing panels, speakers, and concerts to the theatre this year. Later in 2019, they will be hosting a panel called “Untold Stories,” in which Ashland’s elders will sit for an oral passing-down of the town’s history through the civil rights movement.

Their grand opening weekend, which takes place on the weekend of February 22-24, will feature a movie and speaker night with Ashland native Matt Green on Friday, February 22. Guests will view The World Before Your Feet, the documentary on Green’s quest to walk every block of New York City’s streets over the course of seven years. The event will also feature a conversation with Green himself.

“The community involvement of the theatre and its whole mission makes the space very special,” said Lucas Fritz, co-owner of the Broadberry Entertainment Group. “It seems as if everyone in the town is in some way or another, involved with the theatre in one way or another.”

The Trongone Band. Photo via Facebook

The Ashland Theatre has teamed up with the Broadberry Entertainment Group to procure a line-up bands designed especially for Ashland. 

“Ultimately our conversations lead to, ‘What if you guys book and promote the music here and curate something for Ashland that’s not playing other places?’” said Love. “That way, it’s not just about moving bands that play at the Broadberry up [to Ashland], but an entirely separate effort. A designed curated concert series, joining forces with them, making it something that is unique to the Ashland Theatre, [something that] reflects the audience that we’re still figuring out.”

Love and Fritz have decided to go in the direction of an eclectic and wide-ranging selection of musicians, to really explore what it means to have an Ashland sound.

“We are working hard to make sure that the artists that come through the Ashland Theatre fit perfectly. It will take a little bit of work to curate the lineup and find the perfect artists but we feel as if we’re off to a great start,” said Fritz.

Following the theatre’s Grand Opening weekend, the Broadberry Entertainment Group will be presenting a regular line-up of concerts at the Ashland Theatre, starting with two Americana-infused Southern Rock’n’roll bands, Richmond natives The Trongone Band and Raleigh, NC’s American Aquarium.  

As for that special local flair, The Broadberry Entertainment Group and the Ashland Theatre will continue to strive to provide events that allow guests to get up close and personal with artists.

“We will work with artists, agents, and managers to curate unique experiences that are special to the Ashland Theatre,” said Fritz. “That way, when concertgoers attend concerts, they will have chances to do things that they may not at other locations.”

With limited seating, and that hometown feel, the Ashland Theatre is ready to offer experiences you won’t forget.

The Ashland Theatre is currently showing The Favorite and Mary Queen Of Scots, and will be showing Green Book and Vice starting Friday. Check their website for showtimes and tickets.

Top photo: Ashland Theatre/via Facebook

Governor-elect Ralph Northam Collaborates With Ashland Brewery to Create ‘InaugurALE’

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Governor-Elect Ralph Northam might have a new favorite beer. The incoming governor tried a few brews after touring Ashland’s Center of the Universe Brewing last night with owners Chris and Phil Ray. The brothers announced InaugurALE, the official beer of the inauguration they brewed in collaboration with the governor, which will be released Jan 13.

“InaugurALE is going to be my favorite beer,” Northam predicted, “but I like everything made in Virginia.”

Northam met the Rays at an oyster fest last month with his chief of staff, Clark Mercer, who lives near the Ashland brewery. Making a beer with ingredients grown in the Commonwealth was the top priority for the three, Chris said.

Northam and Chris Ray talk beer cans

“We wanted to let the local terroir takeover,” said Phil, after his brother detailed the ingredient list. The all-Virginia production includes grain from the Northern Neck, malted in Sperryville by Copper Fox, Virginia-grown hops, and a yeast strain captured at Agriberry Farm in Hanover by Professor Grace Lim-Fong’s biology students at Randolph Macon, who cultivated the strain in collaboration with COTU.

Lim-Fong shares photos of Agriberry with Northam, Phil Ray

Chris described the beer as light, with complex flavors, and a low alcohol content. Samples won’t be available until the day of the inauguration, but he offered Northam, his staff, and this reporter a beer of our choice from the taproom menu for an impromptu tasting.

After selecting a lighter Kölsch-style beer, Northam talked about priorities and challenges for the upcoming year. “The opioid crisis is our number one challenge. Last year, we lost over 1,400 Virginians,” he said when asked about his goals.

He also talked about bipartisanship and reaffirmed his commitment to expanding Medicaid, despite rumors to the contrary, and offered that beer could help unite political opponents.

“Terry [McAuliffe] is leaving the kegerator,” he said, referring to the craft beer setup installed by outgoing Gov. McAuliffe as part of the campaign that brought Stone Brewing to Richmond. McAuliffe will keep his commemorative handle, but Northam already has plans for its replacement. “Maybe I’ll get one in the shape of the Eastern Shore.”

Like his predecessor, Northam was all-in for craft breweries. “We’re so proud of folks like Chris and Phil. They employ 22 people in good jobs with quality wages,” he said. “Small business and startups are the backbone of our economy.”

When pressed to pick a favorite beer out of the ones he’d tried, Northam signaled a shift. “I’m more used to this type of beer, but I’m ready to convert after trying that,” he said, impressed by a sip of my doppelbock. It prompted a follow-up question: Out of 206 breweries in the state, whose beer does he think he’ll stock in the keg?

“I’ll just have to visit all the breweries and sample them.”