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Tell us what you’re thankful for

What are you thankful for in Richmond?
A pumpkin pie with crust designed like fall leaves, a message written on top -- Let's Bake Things Better
We’re grateful for local bakers and seasonal sweet treats. | Photo by @arley.cakes
It’s the first day of November — aka National Gratitude Month — and we’re gearing up for a season of thankfulness.

Whether its talking a crisp evening walk through Maymont’s Garden Glow (open through Sun., Nov. 6), the first sip of a Legend Brewing Brown Ale, or a bike ride through your favorite section of the Virginia Capital Trail — we want to know what you’re thankful for here in the River City.

We city editors are thankful for a lot — our readers, the pot of tots at Sticky Rice, new exhibits at the VMFA, and the the opportunity to keep the River City informed for going on a year and a half now.

Send us your sentimental stories and we could highlight your gratitude in a newsletter closer to Thanksgiving. Plus, we’ve got dozens of seasonal events + fall features along the way.

Bonus: While you’re feeling gracious, check out our volunteer guide to donate your time, skills, money, or talents to 35+ local community organizations.
I'M THANKFUL FOR...
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Tuesday, November 1
  • Studio Two | Tue., Nov. 1 - Sun., Nov. 6 | 6:30 p.m. | Richmond Ballet, 407 E. Canal St., Richmond | $26.00 - $51.00 | Enjoy the world premiere of “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” by choreographer Jennifer Archibald + a performance of “In the Night” with the music of Chopin.
Wednesday, November 2
Thursday, November 3
  • Motion to Unfurl: Naima Green Workshop | Thu., Nov. 3 | 1-4 p.m. | Institute for Contemporary Art, 601 W. Broad St., Richmond | Free | Poet Ica Sadagat will lead a workshop and discussion with the artist on community, ancestral space, and oral histories.
  • Doug E. Fresh - RPAA’s Alternate Routes: A Night in NYC Benefit Concert | Thu., Nov. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St., Richmond | $25.00 - $100.00 | Don’t miss RPAA’s annual benefit concert featuring headliner Doug E. Fresh — proceeds support their accessible arts education initiatives.*
Friday, November 4
  • Friends Fall Book Sale | Fri., Nov. 4, Sat., Nov. 5 | 12-5 p.m. | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St., Richmond | Free | Peruse thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, cassette tapes + vinyl to benefit RPL programming.
Saturday, November 5
  • Freedom on the Capital Trail Walking Tour | Sat., Nov. 5 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Great Shiplock Park, 2803 Dock St, Richmond | Free | Join the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation for a 90-minute journey through Richmond history.
  • Magic of Horror Film Festival | Sat., Nov. 5 - Sun., Nov. 6 | 1-8 p.m. | Firehouse Theatre, 1609 W. Broad St., Richmond | $5.00 - $15.00 | Continue the haunting horrors of Halloween with a weekend of independent horror movies + meet the directors, special effects artists, and actors.
  • Richmond Makers Market | Sat., Nov. 5 | 12-6 p.m. | Basic City Beer Co., 212 W. Sixth St., Richmond | Free | Head to Manchester to get ahead on holiday shopping at this local artisan market.
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Weather
  • 74º | Morning showers | 44% chance of rain
Drink
  • Alchemy Coffee is shifting to a cooperative ownership model. The VCU-area coffee shop has been open since 2014. The business began as a coffee trailer in 2012. Current owner Eric Spivack said he’s in the early stages of seeing how many employees will opt to become part-owners. ☕️ (Richmond BizSense)
Theater
  • Goodbye Quill Theatre, hello Richmond Shakes. The theater company is changing its name to Richmond Shakespeare, the name of one of the companies that merged to create Quill nine years ago. Artistic Director James Ricks said the change should help people associate the company with its annual Richmond Shakespeare Festival. 🎭 (Style Weekly)
Plan Ahead
  • The Columbia City Ballet will perform “Off the Wall and Onto the Stage: Dancing the Art of Jonathan Green” at the Dominion Energy Center’s Carpenter Theatre on Fri., March 10. The dynamic production features jazz, gospel, classical, Motown + Caribbean music. Tickets go on sale Friday. 🩰
Cause
  • Several volunteer groups that were impacted by the dissolution of the Enrichmond Foundation in July met last week to discuss future actions. Many local groups say it has become unclear how to access their money, which was held in the umbrella organization’s accounts. 💸 (VPM)
Real Estate
  • Nonprofit UMFS has sold Guardian Place — the affordable senior apartment buildings it owned at 1620 N. Hamilton St. — to multifamily housing operator Fairfield. It will remain an affordable senior housing community and retain all staff through the ownership change. The $25.6 million deal will help fund ongoing projects at UMFS. 🏡
Number
  • $2 million. That’s how much VCU has been awarded from the federal Dept. of Education to expand its first-generation student center. The You First Center provides resources and programming to help first-generation college students with their sense of belonging + academic success. 🐏 (VCU News)
History
  • The Poe Museum celebrated its 100th anniversary this year. Richmond Magazine has the story on its founding — including the recognizable Richmonders who attended the opening and tales of tension in the early days. 🪶
Civic
  • In-person early voting for the midterm elections is open through Sat., Nov. 5. Richmonders can vote early at the registrar’s office, City Hall, or Hickory Hill Community Center. Consult our guide to learn what’s on the ballot + what’s changed since last election. 🗳
Health
  • Eat too much Halloween candy last night? This cordless water flosser can help clean up those pearly whites. It is more effective than traditional dental floss and includes two flossing tips and two pressure settings. Bonus: This battery operated + cordless flosser is travel-friendly. 🦷*
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Shop local, year-round

Farmers markets in and around Richmond
Buckets of flowers for sale under a tent.
We can’t wait for fall flowers at the RVA Big Market. | Photo by @maurv2
Richmond has plenty of farmers markets to visit, with several options for shopping no matter the season.

Here are some local markets open all year long.

🍎 RVA BIG Market | Bryan Park off Hermitage Road | Saturdays | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

🥦 South of the James Farmers Market | Forest Hill Park at New Kent + 42nd Street | Sundays | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

🥕 Lakeside Farmers Market | 6110 Lakeside Ave. | Saturdays + Wednesdays | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Open year-round (Saturdays), May-November (Wednesdays)

🍐 Farmers Market at St. Stephen’s | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 6000 Grove Ave. | Saturdays | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Click the button below to explore our full farmers market guide.
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Today’s issue was written by Robin.

Editor’s pick: I’m thankful for my co-editor, Katie. She’s taking a few days off but still wrote today’s conversation in advance. 💛

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