Plus, it's your last chance to attend Friday Cheers at Brown's Island.
 
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What to do on the Fourth of July

Fourth of July events in Richmond
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You’ll find plenty of fireworks displays, as well as firework-free events, this Fourth of July. | Photo by RICtoday
Got plans this Independence Day? Even if you weren’t one of the lucky few to score tickets to the sold-out Fourth of July Flying Squirrels game, there are plenty of celebratory events happening Thursday, July 4.

Check out our map and use the tags to find the best celebration for you.

Free Fourth of July | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Explore the gardens all day for free, check out the horticulture exhibit “Flourish: 40 Years and Growing,” and get lunch from Grateful Grill Food Truck.

VMHC Citizenship Ceremony and Celebration | 11 a.m. | Virginia Museum of History & Culture
Approximately 75 candidates will be sworn in as newly naturalized citizens, followed by live music and Ukrop’s cake.

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Patriotic pups can compete in costume contests in Ashland for the Fourth of July.

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Photo via Hanover Arts & Activities Center


Ashland Parade and Celebration | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Hanover Arts and Activities Center
Get ready for a non-motorized parade and a patriotic performance by the Hanover Concert Band. There will also be costume contests, food, drinks, snow cones, lawn games, and apple pie baking contest.

Red, White, and Lights | 4-10 p.m. | Meadow Farm Museum at Crump Park
Henrico County’s celebration will include live music from the Richmond Symphony, food trucks, a kids zone, and a laser light show finale.

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The annual Festival of Arts includes a Fourth of July celebration at Dogwood Dell.

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Photo by RICtoday


VA250 Independence Day | 5-9 p.m. | Virginia State Capitol
Geoff Bennett of PBS News Hour will MC the historic celebration complete with a bell-ringing ceremony, speakers, Quantico Marine Band, New Fellowship Gospel Choir, and a fireworks show.

Chesterfield Fourth of July Celebration | 5-10 p.m. | Chesterfield County Fairgrounds
Bring the family for kids activities, live music with the Morgan Lynsey Band, and fireworks presented by Chesterfield Parks and Recreation. Pro tip: The event is free but kids zone entry is $5.

Richmond Fourth of July Celebration | 5:30-10 p.m. | Dogwood Dell
The Richmond Concert Jazz Band will perform at 5:30, followed by the Richmond Concert Band at 7:30 and a fireworks display at 9:15. Pro tip: Overflow parking is available at City Stadium with a free shuttle bus.

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Events
Friday, June 30
  • Pride is our Power Block Party | Friday, June 30 | 5-10 p.m. | Diversity Richmond, 1407 Sherwood Ave., Richmond | Free | Enjoy food, drinks, dancing, drag shows, vendors, and more at this family-friendly celebration of Pride.
  • Good Shot Judy | Friday, June 30 | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell, 600 S. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | Free | Virginia’s finest jazz and swing band will perform at the Festival of Arts.
Saturday, July 1
  • Free Book Fair | Saturday, July 1 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The St. Luke Legacy Center, 409 E. Laburnum Ave., Richmond | Free | Bring the whole family for free books from Mia’s Book Room plus vendors and food trucks.
  • Summer Day Party at Richmond Makers Market | Saturday, July 1 | 12-6 p.m. | Basic City Beer Co., 212 W. Sixth St., Richmond | Free | This indoor art market and craft show is pup-friendly and offers eats from Billy Pie and Intergalactic Tacos.
  • The English Channel | Saturday, July 1 | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell, 600 S. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | Free | Enjoy a concert from America’s premier British invasion cover band as part of the Festival of Arts.
Sunday, July 2
  • Books & Brews | Sunday, July 2 | 4-6 p.m. | Intermission Beer Company, 10089 Brook Rd., Unit A, Glen Allen | Free | Talk about books and drink beer every first and third Sunday of the month — no assigned reading required.
  • “Twilight” | Sunday, July 2 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $8 | Hold on tight, spider monkeys — we’re seeing this teen vampire classic at the Byrd.
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News Notes
Weather
  • Yesterday, Richmond was labeled code orange for air quality due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires. The city advises those with known health issues to reduce time and exertion outdoors. Stay updated on the air quality + forecast into the weekend.
Coming Soon
  • Willow Lawn is getting a taqueria. Taco Bamba, a chain that hails from the DC area, will open in the former Pie Five Pizza Co. suite in early 2024. Expect indoor and outdoor seating and a menu full of tacos, quesadillas, and enchiladas. (Richmond BizSense)
Concert
  • It’s your last chance to attend Friday Cheers. Flipturn + Holy Roller will play the final show of the summer concert series tonight, June 30 at Brown’s Island. Doors open at 6 p.m. — grab tickets for $10.
Drink
  • Free Friday coffee tastings are back at Blanchard’s starting today, June 30. Head to the roastery at 1903 Westwood Ave. to meet fellow coffee enthusiasts, get your coffee questions answered, and sip brews. Bonus: Shop our favorite Blanchard’s blends on our online store, Six & Main.
History
  • A new exhibit at The Valentine opens today. “An Unfinished Museum: 125 Years of the Valentine” explores the museum’s evolution over the past century to serve the changing needs of the Richmond community. Bonus: Get free admission tomorrow, July 1.
Plan Ahead
  • Get ready for a free music series every Thursday in July. Head to the Main Street Station patio (1500 E. Main St.) for a 5:30-8:30 p.m. show. First up: Legacy Band on Thursday, July 6.
Cause
  • Anthem LemonAid is back this summer to benefit the Children’s Hospital of Richmond’s hematology and oncology services. Hundreds of lemonade stands will pop up around the city Friday, July 21-Sunday, July 23. Register to host your own stand — it’s free, and the lemonade kit is provided.
Outdoors
  • Calling all photography lovers: Help contribute to a Native Riparian Plant guide from the Upper & Middle James James Riparian Consortium. Photos are needed of local riparian forest buffers (think: woody vegetation that grows along the edges of waterways like the James). Read the guidelines + submit by Friday, July 7. (ABC8)
Job
  • Passionate about storytelling, news, and Richmond? We’re hiring a City Editor to plan, write, edit, and publish the most relevant and engaging daily content about our city. See details + apply.
Active
Wellness
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.*
Giveaway
  • To celebrate our revamped referral program, we’re hosting a special giveaway until Wednesday, August 2, 2023. The top referrer will receive $500, and one additional person who refers at least one friend will automatically be entered for another $100 giveaway. Find the referral section at the bottom of this newsletter.
 
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$644,000 for health equity

$644,000 in health equity grants to aid marginalized communities in Richmond, VA
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Photo via @aerial_virginia
The latest round of funding from the Richmond and Henrico Public Health Foundation Health Equity Fund has been granted.

A total of six local organizations — including Sacred Heart Center and Nationz Foundation Inc. — will receive $644,000 from the city to improve health outcomes for marginalized communities.

Established from an initial $5 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds, the Health Equity Fund (HEF) aims to address health disparities and the longstanding impacts of racism in our area’s marginalized communities. Specifically, it seeks to prioritize seven key health disparities:
  • COVID-19 disparities
  • Mental and behavioral health
  • Food access and security
  • Substance use disorder
  • Access to care and health education
  • Maternal and infant health
  • Underlying health conditions
To date, 15 local organizations have received $1.2 million from the HEF.

As for future funding, nominations are open. Organizations, projects, and programs that can help address the above health priorities can be nominated through Sunday, July 9.
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Sarah Leonhardt
From the editor
Anyone else obsessed with window shopping houses? I’ve got two local homes for you to look at today: One real, one imaginary.

The real home: A Richmond rowhouse on West Cary Street was featured in “The New York Times” comparing what you get for $630,000 between Virginia, North Carolina, and Louisiana (it’s still for sale).

The imaginary home: Here’s what Barbie’s dream house would look like if she lived in Virginia. I can practically see it on Monument Avenue...
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