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6 homes we’re drooling over this month
Six homes that are currently on the market in Richmond.
Spending the morning watching these homes cycle? Works for us. | Photos via Zillow
If you’re like us — whether you’re in the market for a new home or not — you’ll take any excuse to look at real estate in Richmond and our surrounding areas.

Here are six stunning homes to take a look at (and swoon over):
  1. Three-bedroom Stratford Hills home with fenced yard | Listing agent: Susan Sadid, The Steele Group Sotheby’s International Realty
  2. Brick home with arched doorways + limestone fireplace | Listing agent: Eliza Branch, Long & Foster Real Estate
  3. Mid-century modern home on 4.5+ acres | Listing agent: Sandra Francisco, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenShed Realty
  4. Custom new build with hardwood floors and premium appliances | Listing agents: Aleksandar Aleksandrov and Alina Chisu, Realty Group, LLC
  5. Charming five-bedroom with plenty of outdoor space | Listing agent: Robin Johnson, RE/MAX Commonwealth
  6. Modern residence with high ceilings and sleek kitchen | Listing agent: Debbie Gibbs, The Steele Group Sotheby’s Internationl Realty
Looking to sell? Get thousands of eyes on your home by listing it in RICtoday.
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A. Three-bedroom Stratford Hills home with fenced yard
B. Brick home with arched doorways + limestone fireplace
C. Mid-century modern home on 4.5+ acres
D. Custom new build with hardwood floors and premium appliances
E. Charming five-bedroom with plenty of outdoor space
F. Modern residence with high ceilings and sleek kitchen
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Events
Friday, May 5
  • Science After Dark: Revenge of the 5th | Friday, May 5 | 5-8 p.m. | Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St., Richmond | $10-$17 | You won’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to see demonstrations, make mini lightsabers, and watch Sith lightning at the Science Museum.
  • First Fridays for the Whole Family | Friday, May 5, Friday, Jun. 2 | 5-8 p.m. | Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | Free | Get free admission to the museum and enjoy happy hour, food trucks, music, and family fun.
  • First Friday Opening Night Reception | Friday, May 5, Friday, Jun. 2 | 6:30-9 p.m. | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St., Richmond | Free | Check out new exhibits at the library with live music provided by Deb + 2.
Saturday, May 6
  • Parking Lot Party | Saturday, May 6 | 2-6 p.m. | Dominion Energy Center , 600 E. Grace St., Richmond | Free | Enjoy local bands, brews, and bites at this annual event featuring Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series performing arts workshops for youth ages 3-18.*
  • Kentucky Derby Party | Saturday, May 6 | 3:30 p.m. | Wood & Iron Scott’s Addition, 1405 Roseneath Rd., Richmond | Free | Enjoy mint juleps, food specials, and live music with Dan Nicholls from East of Blue Ridge.
  • River City Roller Derby Double Header | Saturday, May 6 | 4:30-9 p.m. | Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 N. 3rd St., Richmond | $13 | Cheer on RCRD, enter the raffle, and bring items for the canned food drive.
Sunday, May 7
  • Three Lakes BBQ Ride | Sunday, May 7 | 12:30 p.m. | Three Lakes Park, 400 Sausiluta Dr., Richmond | Free | Bring the family for a ride through Sterling Forest, Chickahominy Bluffs, and Chamberlayne Farms ending with lunch at Freakin BBQ.
  • A Royal Brew-Haha: The Queen Comes to Agecroft Hall | Sunday, May 7 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Agecroft Hall, 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond | $10 | Dance, drink, and revel with the Richmond Renaissance Dancers and Garden Grove Brewing and Urban Winery.
Events calendar here
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Women’s health questions you’re too embarrassed to ask
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While you never need to be embarrassed about your health, we know asking your doctor certain women’s health questions can feel uncomfortable. | Photo provided by Virginia Physicians for Women
Virginia Physicians for Women OB/GYN Dr. Allison Giles is back with answers to the questions readers said they were too embarrassed to ask their doctor:
  • What can women do to ensure optimal postpartum health?
  • Do I need to avoid sex before my annual exam?
  • I’m afraid I’m addicted to my hormone replacement therapy. At what age should women stop?
  • I’m an adult woman, I don’t know what I should be eating, and I’m embarrassed to admit it.
  • Am I too overweight to get pregnant?*
See the answers
News Notes
Traffic
  • Starting on Wednesday, May 10, operate with caution near the Monument Avenue roundabout at Allen Avenue. The southbound lanes of Allen will be closed so city crews can install landscaping within the circle. Work should be complete by Friday, July 7.
Outdoors
  • The pedestrian bridge to Texas Beach will remain closed through the summer. Public safety officials deemed it structurally unsafe back in September, citing it as at risk of potential collapse. There is no public access point to Texas Beach at this time. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
City
  • DPW crews will be in the Bellemeade neighborhood tomorrow for the clean-up program. Leave furniture, mattresses, tires, appliances, and other trash on the curb or in alleys for pickup from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Check the list of unacceptable items.
Edu
  • There will be another public hearing for the George Wythe High School community to discuss the school renaming project. Head to the school’s auditorium on Wednesday, May 17 at 6 p.m. to share your preferences.
Festival
  • The free, family-friendly ¿Qué Pasa? Festival is happening tomorrow at Brown’s Island from 12-8 p.m. Local restaurants, artists, vendors, and entertainers will celebrate Hispanic and Latin American cultures.
Arts
  • Arts in the Park returns to Byrd Park this weekend. Explore work by 350+ artisans from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. tomorrow and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday. Pro tip: If you’re driving, park at City Stadium and take the free shuttle to the event.
Shop
  • Halcyon Vintage’s spring rummage sale is this weekend. Clothing and accessories will be available for bargain prices tomorrow from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 12-5 p.m.
  • Tomorrow is Free Comic Book Day. Get special deals at Third Eye Comics in Short Pump and Mechanicsville or head to Richmond Comix in Midlothian for author and artist visits.
Theater
  • Virginia Rep’s production of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” has its star. Award-winning local actress Grey Garrett will play King in the production’s June 23-August 6 run at The November Theatre. Get tickets here.
Open
  • The all-new Children’s Tower is now open. You might not know when something will happen, but you’ll always know where to go when it does. Learn more about Richmond’s new children’s hospital + what makes it unlike any other.*
Finance
  • This card features a whopping 18 months of 0% intro APR on balance transfers (that’s well into 2024) and an additional 0% intro APR on purchases. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. It also gives you the chance to rake in cash back deals — with no annual fee.*
Wellness
  • Want to kickstart your metabolism? (Who doesn’t?) Meet Metabolic Daily, a multi-strain probiotic that helps your body do more with the food you eat by boosting sugar and carb metabolism and reducing sugar cravings and energy slumps. Use code 6AMCITY for 20% off your first month of any membership.*
Fun Fact
  • National Beverage Day is this Saturday, May 6. In celebration, we’re featuring some of our Six & Main beverage brands across our markets including a|dash, Blanchard’s Coffee, Sarilla, Matcha Nude, and more. Start sipping now.
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🥬 Lettuce talk farmers markets

Farmers markets in and around Richmond
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RVA Big Market is year-round and dog-friendly. | Photo by RICtoday
Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies. Several local farmers markets come back in season in early May — and plenty are open all year.

RVA BIG Market at Bryan Park | Saturdays, year-round | 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
  • Features: Food trucks, coffee, and specialty products in addition to produce
  • Transportation: Parking lots, or take GRTC Route 14 to Hermitage & Westbrook
  • Space: Outdoors
Birdhouse Farmers Market | Tuesdays, May-November | 3-6:30 p.m.
  • Features: Online shopping and pickup options
  • Transportation: Parking lot, or take GRTC Route 78 to Idelwood & Temple
  • Space: Outdoors
South of the James Farmers Market at Forest Hill Park | Sundays, year-round | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Features: Producer-only market with food trucks
  • Transportation: Parking lot, or take GRTC Route 2A/B to Forest Hill & 41st
  • Space: Outdoors
Do you know just how much revenue farmers markets and on-farm stores bring in across the US? Test your knowledge with this survey.
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Pro tip: You can find even more Free Comic Book Day events using the national store locator. With this and the Friends of RPL sale, there are so many opportunities to get some great reads this weekend.
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