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Head to Southside for First Fridays for live music and shopping. | Photo via @manchestermanifest
Tomorrow is a new month. In honor of April, we’re showering you with a bounty of events going on in the River City. From outdoor concerts to sports openers to Richmond’s favorite race, here’s what we’re looking forward to.

Kickers vs. Charlotte Independence | Saturday, Apr. 1 | 6 p.m. | City Stadium | $16 | Opening night at City Stadium will see the Roos take on the Charlotte Independence.

Manchester Manifest First Fridays | Friday, Apr. 7 | 5-11:59 p.m. | Hull Street from 11th-14th Streets | Free | Head to Manchester for a monthly vendor fair and community celebration with local artisans, performers, and art.

Flying Squirrels vs. Reading Fightin Phils | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 6:05 p.m. | The Diamond | $10-$25 | Opening night on Friday may be sold out, but you can still cheer on the Squirrels in their second game of the season.

Mad Hatter Garden Party | Friday, Apr. 14 | 6-10:30 p.m. | The Branch Museum of Architecture and Design | $125+ | Wear your most creative hat, enjoy signature cocktails, and participate in a live auction to support The Branch.

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Up the Roos this season at City Stadium.

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Photo by Jessica Stone Hendricks Photography

RVA Adaptive Sports Festival | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Glen Allen High School | Free | Participate, spectate, or volunteer at the largest sports showcase in the region for people with disabilities.

Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K | Saturday, Apr. 22 | 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Monroe Park | $30-$65 | Richmond’s favorite spring tradition returns.

Drive-By Truckers | Friday, Apr. 28 | 6 p.m. | Brown’s Island | $25-$35 | Jam out with the Georgia-based rockers and Lydia Loveless.

Ashland Train Day | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Downtown Ashland | Free | Bring the whole family to the 19th edition of this street festival.

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Events
Friday, March 31
  • ICA Sound System | Friday, Mar. 31 | 6-10 p.m. | Institute for Contemporary Art, 601 W. Broad St., Richmond | Free | Enjoy performances by VCU students and local musicians including Kenzenbo, CAS, We Never, and Cassidy Snider & The Wranglers.
Saturday, April 1
  • Stony Point Easter Egg Parade | Saturday, Apr. 1 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Stony Point Fashion Park, 9200 Stony Point Pkwy., Richmond | Free | Bring the kids and baskets to hop from merchant to merchant collecting prizes.
  • April Foolz at Richmond Makers Market | Saturday, Apr. 1 | 1-7 p.m. | Basic City Beer Co., 212 W. Sixth St., Richmond | Free | No joke — shop around from 35+ local makers at this pup-friendly market.
Sunday, April 2
Tuesday, April 4
  • “Greetings From Richmond” Premiere | Tuesday, Apr. 4 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Grace Street Theater, 934 W. Grace St., Richmond | Free | Catch a screening of a documentary on Richmond’s skate scene from local director and photographer Jonathan Mehring.

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News Notes
Weather
  • 69º | Evening showers | 37% chance of rain
Announced
  • This year’s Arts in the Park event is scheduled for Saturday, May 6-Sunday, May 7 in Byrd Park. The 52nd year of the art show will bring 400+ artists to Richmond to share and sell their work.
Opening
  • Mi Casita Restaurant is hosting a grand opening celebration from 12-2 p.m. at 2606B Broad Rock Blvd. Enjoy a bachata performance by Osmir Garay, listen to live coverage by ULTRA Radio Richmond, and try any menu item for free.
Civic
  • If you live in Newtowne, Carver, or Jackson Ward, Public Works crews will be in your neighborhood tomorrow from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. as part of the Neighborhood Clean-Up Program. Leave any trash — except electronics, construction debris, hazardous waste, and broken glass — wherever it is normally collected.
Sports
  • Ryan Odom, former head coach at Utah State, has been named VCU Men’s Basketball head coach. The announcement was made hours after VCU released a statement confirming that Mike Rhoades would be leaving the program after six years as head coach.
  • You can still score tickets for the two NASCAR events happening this weekend at Richmond Raceway. Tomorrow’s ToyotaCare 250 starts at 1 p.m. and the Toyota Owners 400 is Sunday, April 2 at 3:30 p.m.
Biz
  • The Willow Lawn Dollar Tree is no more, but the 11,000-sqft space already has a new mystery tenant lined up. Officials say to expect an announcement about the occupant “over the upcoming months.” What would you want to see in the space? Let us know. (Richmond BizSense)
Film
  • Studio Ghibli Fest is going on at the Byrd Theatre this weekend. Get tickets to see your favorites from the animation studio, including “Kiki’s Delivery Service,” “Spirited Away,” and “Howl’s Moving Castle.”
Plan Ahead
  • Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is offering free admission on Earth Day — Saturday, April 22. The community day will honor the memory of Jonah Holland, a garden employee who was killed by a motorist while cycling last year. There will be a free yoga class, music by Holy River, and food trucks.
Fun Fact
  • 24 years ago yesterday, Fabio collided with a goose at the opening of the Apollo’s Chariot roller coaster at Busch Gardens. The Italian male supermodel’s face made impact with the bird while the coaster rushed along at 73 miles an hour. Fabio escaped with a few stitches; the goose sadly passed. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Finance
  • Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
Drink
  • An electric wine opener is one of those inexpensive kitchen gadgets that you don’t know how you lived without once you get one. We especially love this one for its sleek design and ergonomic grip. To upgrade your wine even further, this set includes an automatic wine aerator and reusable vacuum stopper.
Arts

Say goodbye to tuxedos

Richmond Symphony unveils new performance apparel
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The new wardrobe has several pieces for musicians to choose from. | Photo by James Loving
Richmond Symphony Music Director Valentina Peleggi said three words come to mind as she stood before the orchestra’s new apparel — tradition, innovation, and identity.

Few orchestras in the world have departed from the traditional tux and tails, but Richmond Symphony leaders decided it was time for a change and unveiled a new wardrobe on Wednesday.

Ten garments make up the collection. Each piece is designed with musicians in mind — from hidden pockets for reeds and rosins to covered buttons to prevent catching. The new clothes are lightweight, antimicrobial, odor-free, and moisture-wicking.

If you feel like you’re in a Nike commercial, you’re on the right track. The head of the redesign project, Lauren Solomon, spoke about the physicality and endurance required of musicians, calling them “orchestral Olympians.”

The symphony will debut the look at a performance of Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony tomorrow at 8 p.m. Get tickets.
Shoutout
Happy birthday, RICtoday member Katherine R. We hope your special day (April 3) is filled with all of your favorite things in Richmond! — RICtoday team

Shoutout to my fiancé. You brighten up my world more than you’ll ever know. I love you today and always. — Lee H.

Your voice is valuable, and so are the special moments in your life. Shoutouts allow us to celebrate job promotions, anniversaries, and exciting experiences right here in Richmond. Become a RICtoday member today to reserve your shoutout and celebrate with tens of thousands of locals.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s Edition By:
Robin
From the Editor
As a UVA grad I have a grudging respect for VCU’s new coach Ryan Odom. He was at the helm of UMBC’s 16-seed upset win over UVA in the 2018 NCAA men’s tournament. Of course, the Hoos bringing the championship home the next year helps.

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