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🌳 Coming Soon: Dock Street Park

New riverfront public park will protect “view that named Richmond”
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The new park will move the Capital Trail away from the street. | Rendering via City of Richmond
Over four acres of Richmond’s riverfront will be turned into a public park after its acquisition by The Conservation Fund, Capital Region Land Conservancy, and the City of Richmond.

The Dock Street Park parcel is a key piece of the River City’s history. It lies under Libby Hill, where in 1737 William Byrd II looked out over the James and noticed the similarity to the view of the Thames in Richmond, England.

Now, all aspects of “the view that named Richmond” will be protected from commercial development and open for public access.

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Find this marker at Libby Hill Park.

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Photo by RICtoday

Officials say the protection will also help maintain water quality by preserving the land’s ability to naturally filter runoff. The land will also improve the final section of the Virginia Capital Trail, which will be moved away from the street and onto the waterfront.

Plans for the Dock Street Park site include restoring native plants and riverside vegetation. There will also be a walking path connected to an existing dock. The new park will be adjacent to the James River Association’s river education center, which broke ground in May.
Asked

What was the name of Libby Hill Park when it was acquired by Richmond Parks and Recreation in 1854?
A. Eastern Square
B. River Square
C. Franklin Square
D. Marshall Square
Take a guess
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Events
Wednesday, July 12
  • Brambly Live: Rick Schaffer | Wednesday, July 12 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Brambly Park, 1708 Belleville St., Richmond | Cost of purchase | Enjoy dinner and a glass of wine while Rick Schaffer of The Jangling Reinharts performs.
Thursday, July 13
  • Music at Main: Soul Expression | Thursday, July 13 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Main Street Station, 1500 E. Main St., Richmond | Free | Head to the patio for a free evening of music hosted by CJ Richardson.
  • Book Talk with Steve Goldman | Thursday, July 13 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Register to hear the author talk about his book, “One More War To Fight: Union Veterans’ Battle for Equality through Reconstruction, Jim Crow, and the Lost Cause.”
  • “Twilight: Eclipse” | Thursday, July 13 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $8 | Head to the Byrd for the third installment in the “Twilight” saga.
Friday, July 14
  • Gallery5 Presents An Evening of Classical | Friday, July 14 | 6-9 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond | $0-$17 | Bring lawn chairs and blankets for this concert from Classical Revolution RVA.
  • Improv Mixtape: Songs of Summer | Friday, July 14 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Crescent Collective, 1800 Decatur St., Richmond | $10 | Bring your best summer song and watch five improvisers create scenes based on audience selections.
Saturday, July 15
  • Kickers vs. Charlotte Independence | Saturday, July 15 | 7 p.m. | City Stadium, 3201 Maplewood Ave., Richmond | $16 | Cheer on the Roos and celebrate Women in Sports Night.
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Last Call

💸 Deals on deals on deals

The best 2023 Prime Day deals to upgrade every room in the house
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Yup, it’s on sale — snag the Samsung TV that doubles as a work of art. | Photo via Amazon
Boy, do we have good news for you: Amazon’s Prime Day deals are here. Browse our favorites:

Prime Day deal: SAMSUNG The Frame TV, $1,497.99 $987.99 — Finally get a magazine-worthy living room with a TV that looks like a picture frame and displays art when it’s turned off.

Prime Day deal: Bose QuietComfort 45 Bluetooth Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones, $329 $229 — This tried and true favorite has up to 22 hours of battery life.
See top deals for home
News Notes
Edu
  • RPS is breaking ground on the new Richmond High School for the Arts — formerly George Wythe High School — this Saturday, July 15 at 10 a.m. The public is invited to watch the ceremony at the amphitheater near the track and field.
Coming Soon
  • There’s a new bakery coming to the former Anthony’s on the Hill spot in Church Hill. Owner Shannon Connolly plans to open Honey Baked Bee in September. The revolving menu of the gothic-themed spot will be inspired by a ghost named Gary. (Richmond BizSense)
Closing
  • The Short Pump Lidl — located in the GreenGate shopping center — will close its doors this Sunday, July 16. The German grocery chain announced that several of its American locations would be shuttered. There are five other Lidls in the Richmond area which will remain open. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Festival
  • The 2nd Street Festival is set to return to historic Jackson Ward the weekend of October 7-8. The street festival will feature a Saturday performance by Average White Band and Prince tribute act I Would Die 4 U on Sunday.
Concert
  • The Valentine is bringing back its free summer concert series, The Oasis. Head to the museum’s garden tomorrow at 12 p.m. for a performance by The Funk Masters. View the whole schedule.
Theater
  • Yes, And! Theatrical Co. has announced its second season of shows and events. The season will kick off in September with a free cover to cover performance of Shania Twain’s “Come On Over.” Check out the rest of the lineup.
Watch
  • A spectacular catch landed Flying Squirrel Hayden Cantrelle in the third spot on SportsCenter’s Top 10 Plays this past Monday. The Squirrels are away for the next two weeks but return on Tuesday, July 25 for a series against the Portland Sea Dogs.
The Word
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Sports

⚽️ Where to watch the World Cup

Cheer on the USA at these World Cup watch parties
Richmond Kickers logo ahead of the soccer pitch.
Experience the Women’s World Cup at City Stadium. | Photo by RICtoday
Richmonders can cheer on the US Women’s National Team in the group stages of the World Cup at City Stadium. The Kickers are hosting two watch parties during the group stage of play.

USA vs. Vietnam | Friday, July 21 | Gates at 7 p.m., kickoff at 9 p.m. | Jam out before the game with Twin Brothers Band and grab dinner from Shakedown Eats.

USA vs. The Netherlands | Wednesday, July 26 | Gates at 7 p.m., kickoff at 9 p.m. | The Dan Schutt Band will provide the pregame soundtrack with food from Shakedown Eats and Arroz RVA.

Both events are free, but you should reserve tickets in advance.

Know of any other local spots showing World Cup matches? Let us know.
Shop
It’s the last day of Amazon Prime Day sales — aka, discounts on everything from iPads to furniture to nugget ice makers. Surf the sales or check out our picks. Note: Deals may be subject to change.

Family
  • Keep crumbs and messes under control with the iRobot Roomba that empties itself — it’s $400 off (yes, you read that right).
Eat
  • Bread makers are making a comeback, and we totally get why (read: soft, warm, homemade bread). Snag the Hamilton Beach Bread Maker that’s $34 off.
Arts
  • Customize tees, pillows, and totes with the Cricut Heat Press Machine’s pro-level heat-transfer that lasts through repeated washes. Get it while it’s 20% off.
Outdoors
  • Keep comfy and cool this summer with wear-anywhere black running shorts, discounted down from $24.99 to $18.39.
 
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The Wrap
 
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