Today’s Forecast

49º | Sunny | 5% chance of rain
Sunrise 7:24 a.m. | Sunset 5:07 p.m.

Highlighting local businesses is our special-tea. | Photo by @sambythespoonful

If you’re on the hunt for quali-tea boba, Richmond has you covered. Here are ten places recommended by readers — plus an interactive map to find the best spot for you.

Tea-Do, 1225 W. Broad St.
This VCU staple has a broad selection of bubble teas as well as green teas, smoothies, and snacks.

T.T. Lounge, 705 W. Cary St.
Another VCU favorite, TT has gotten high marks for its customer service and wide selection of flavors.

GiGi Tea Time, 1355 W. Broad St.
Stop by on the weekend for food specials with your tea or smoothie.

Boba Tea and Snow Ice House, 3431 W. Cary St.
The Carytown shop offers a variety of toppings for your tea. Try this: Add something sweet like mochi ice cream or some macarons.

Kokee Tea, 3152 W. Cary St.
This national chain has a location in Carytown serving seasonal specials in addition to the standard menu of milk teas, signature drinks, and blended beverages.

RICtoday_BobaPlaces_MapExample — Explore the map to see which spot is most convenient for you.
|
Map by RICtoday via Proxi

Chum Chum Onigiri, 2820 W. Cary St.
This snack shop has the option to create your own tea and offers delivery.

U TEA, 1601 Willow Lawn Dr. Ste. 130
Get a treat during your next Willow Lawn shopping spree.

Zen Cafe, 9041-1 W. Broad St.
Head towards Tuckernuck Square for milk, fruit, and classic teas or try the shaved snow.

BrecoTea Baking Studio, 9125 W. Broad St.
Enjoy a wide selection of teas and other beverages at this franchise bakery.

Kung Fu Tea, 946 W. Grace St.
The national chain also has a location in Henrico near Innsbrook.

What’s your go-to spot in Richmond for boba? Spill the tea.

POLL

How often do you go on vacation?

A. Once a year
B. 2-3 times a year
C. 4-5 times a year
D. 5+ times a year
E. What’s a vacation?

Congratulations to Tyler R. for winning a $50 gift card to our online shop, Six & Main. Did you know you could be our next winner? Answer this week’s survey questions for a chance to score a gift card!

LET US KNOW HERE

Events

Monday, March 27

Jervis Campbell | Monday, Mar. 27 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St., Richmond | $15 | Thomas Austin joins the Nashville-based musician on the Hopeful Hearts Tour.

Tuesday, March 28

ChamberRVA Mix | Tuesday, Mar. 28 | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Diamond, 3001 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | $0-$25 | Register by 10 a.m. this morning to meet fellow young professionals at this social hosted by the Flying Squirrels.
Merciful Zero on Shockoe Sessions Live! | Tuesday, Mar. 28 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | In Your Ear Studios, 1813 E. Broad St., Richmond | $0-$15 | Get tickets to see the alt-pop rockers in person or tune in to the livestream.

Wednesday, March 29

BlackGrounds #1: Cherise Smith | Wednesday, Mar. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Institute for Contemporary Art, 601 W. Broad St., Richmond | Free | The first iteration of this art history lecture series will feature UT Austin professor Cherise Smith.
Burt Bacharach Tribute Show | Wednesday, Mar. 29 | 6-9 p.m. | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, 2408-2410 Ownby Ln., Richmond | Free | Special guests will join the Butterbean Jazz Quartet for a tribute to the legendary composer.

Thursday, March 30

Richbrau Brewing Artisan Market | Thursday, Mar. 30, Thursday, Apr. 27 | 5-8 p.m. | Richbrau Brewing, 5 S. 20th St., Richmond | Free | Shop from local artisans selling art, crafts, jewelry, bath products, and apparel.

Plan ahead with our community events calendar below.

100+ more events

Click here to have your event featured.

News Notes

Weather

61º | Showers | 24% chance of rain

Opening

The Dept. of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities and the Friends of Fonticello Park are hosting a ribbon cutting for the Markiya Dickson Imagination Zone Playground on Saturday, April 1 at 12 p.m. Stay after the ceremony for a community picnic with DJ Mikemetic until 2 p.m.

Festival

Celebrate with Northside neighbors this Friday, March 31 from 4-7 p.m. at the Taste of Brookland Park event. The street festival will include shopping, dining, drinking, and deals from your favorite businesses on the block.
This summer’s Festival of Arts will feature a free run of “Something Rotten” at Dogwood Dell. The comedy musical follows a pair of playwright brothers in competition with William Shakespeare in 1595. Performances will take place the last two weekends of July.

Development

VCU has a new plan for the city’s former Public Safety Building site downtown. It plans to build a $415 million Dentistry Center to replace the two current buildings, which were built in 1975 and 1954. Details on the center are few, but it would serve 500+ students. (Richmond BizSense)

Plan Ahead

The Richmond Night Market returns for its fifth season to 17th Street Market on Saturday, April 8 from 5-9 p.m. DJ Lonnie B and High Definition Band will provide the tunes while you shop from local vendors and check out artist Justice Dwight in the Maker Space.
The Vienna Light Orchestra is bringing the music of “The Greatest Showman” and other musicals to the Byrd Theatre for two immersive concerts on Saturday, April 8. The light of 2,000+ flickering candles sets the tone for the show. Tickets start at $45.

Outdoors

The Klaus Family Tree House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has been closed for several months, but it’s scheduled to reopen on Saturday, April 1. Take a look inside the renovated tower. (ABC8 News)

Active

Lace up your shoes for the Appomattox River Regional Park 5K on Saturday, April 1 at 9 a.m. in Prince George. Registration is $25 ($12 for students, $40 for couples). Proceeds will go towards Friends of the Lower Appomattox River and the Special Olympics. Sign up to run or walk.

Edu

Are you a parent or guardian of a student at Henrico County Public Schools? Take this annual survey before it closes on Friday, March 31 at 11:59 p.m. The brief questionnaire asks about safety, academic growth, equity and opportunity, and school relationships. It is available in English and Spanish.
ICYMI, William & Mary now offers pre-college online courses where high school students can engage with top professors, receive support from mentors, and study at their own pace in subjects like law, medicine, psychology, and venture capital. Explore courses + sign up your child.*

Arts

Let’s party, Richmond. Richmond Performing Arts Alliance’s Annual Parking Lot Party is happening on Saturday, May 6 from 2-6 p.m. This free event features bands, brews, and bites with entertainment and activities for everyone. Plus, the afternoon includes Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series workshops for youth ages 3-18.*

Finance

Experts at The Ascent have sorted through hundreds of credit cards so far this year. And their top five bonus cards are (cue drumroll)... these five.*

The Word

Chanceux. Start using it in conversation in three weeks.*

Seasonal

Has spring sprung in your home yet? If you’re looking to get outdoors, these wipeable tablecloths are just begging for some alfresco dining, and these garden and herb labels will get you in a planting mood. Plus, this viral birdfeeder practically brings the birds inside with you.

Shop

The spring season is the perfect time to treat yourself. We’re eyeing this six-piece bonbon gift box by Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates. What’s even sweeter? These chocolates are made fresh without preservatives.

Civic

Budget breakdown: Services

Dig into proposed city spending on facilities, streets, and other services. | Graphic by RICtoday

We’re continuing our series on Mayor Levar Stoney’s FY24 budget proposal with a look at how the plan impacts city services.

The umbrella term covers facilities, transportation, utilities, public programming — the list goes on. Here are a few key numbers:

$8.9 million more in the city’s contribution to GRTC
$14.1 million to address maintenance needs at city facilities | The mayor highlighted priority projects at City Hall, Main Library, fire stations, cemeteries, and the James River Park System, among others.
$21 million for the Complete Streets program | Context: Complete Streets is a continuous capital project that includes funds for sidewalks, curbs and gutters, pedestrian crossings, and paving.

There’s also $7 million in the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for park improvements around the city, particularly in Southside.

Toss us your budget questions or click the button below to read our breakdown on housing and education funds.

See the numbers

The Wrap

Robin Schwartzkopf in a red button down shirt

Today’s Edition By:
Robin

From the Editor

Whether this past weekend’s temperatures had you looking for outdoor fun or searching for scoops, trust me: You’ll want to follow our Instagram for all things warm weather.

Missed our last newsletter? We’re marking our calendar for the 2024 National Wheelchair Basketball Championships, which will take place right here in Richmond.

Send Us A Scoop, Question, or Feedback

* This content is paid advertising, or contains links to our Six & Main marketplace, or affiliate partners which we may receive a commission from. ^ This content is created by our content studio.

Change your preferences or unsubscribe here.

P.O. Box 2505, Greenville, SC 29602

ADVERTISE | CAREERS | ETHICS | PRIVACY | SHOP