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• “Humanoid” Opening | Friday, Feb. 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Pamplemousse Gallery, 300 N. Robinson St., Richmond | Free | See work from eight artists inspired by personal interpretations of the human form at this exhibit opening.
• House Special: The Movies/Street Jelly | Friday, Feb. 2 | 9-10 p.m. | Coalition Theater, 8 W. Broad St., Richmond | $5-$10 | Watch two improv teams perform skits inspired by your suggestions.

• RVA Brick Day | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Guzman Community Center, 5200 Fitzhugh Ave., Richmond | Free | Donate $5 or more at the door and get a Richmond-themed LEGO set while supplies last.
• Ten Pound Snail | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry, 2729 W. Broad St., Richmond | $10 | Destructo Disk, Midnite Taxi, and Dropheads join the local psych-rockers.
• Cocoa and Classics: “A League of Their Own” | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 7-9 p.m. | Richmond’s First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Ave., Richmond | Free | Warm drinks and snacks will be provided at this screening of the classic baseball film.

• Valentine’s Day Market | Sunday, Feb. 4 | 12-5 p.m. | Triple Crossing Beer, 113 S. Foushee St., Richmond | Free entry | Shop for gifts, goods, and treats for your loved ones and yourself at this dog-friendly market.
• VCU Women’s Basketball vs. George Washington | Sunday, Feb. 4 | 1 p.m. | Siegel Center, 1200 W. Broad St., Richmond | $7-$10 | The Rams face George Washington — plus, it’s Middle School Band Day.
• Paul Hanson Piano Concert | Sunday, Feb. 4 | 3 p.m. | Modlin Center for the Arts Camp Concert Hall, 453 Westhampton Way, Richmond | Free | Follow Arnold Schoenberg’s compositional journey at this free classical concert.

• That 1 Guy | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St., Richmond | $15 | The Las Vegan one-man band is on the Alchemical Gnarality tour.

• Scott’s Shawarma is up and running at the former Capital Burgers & Dogs space in the Fan. Owner Mahmoud Farah made the leap to the dine-in space after a little over a year of renting a deli counter inside Scott’s Provisions. (Richmond Magazine)

• The Richmond Black Restaurant Experience will return for its eighth season March 10-17. Restaurants are in the midst of registration right now, so reach out if you know one that should participate.

• Set your alarm. Tomorrow is National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day and several local businesses will open their doors early to celebrate. Ruby Scoops, Gelati Celesti, Scoop, and Minglewood Bake Shop have all announced special deals, several of which involve eating ice cream in your PJs.

• Work will begin soon to install new traffic signals at these three intersections: Cary Street at Libbie Avenue, Clarkson Road at Warwick Road, and Granite Avenue at Grove Avenue. By winter 2025, each intersection should have new signal equipment, accessible curb ramps, pedestrian signals, and high visibility crosswalks.

• VCU and UR Men’s Basketball square off tomorrow at the Siegel Center and the hometown game could get interesting. The Spiders are on an 11-game win streak, but the Rams are 16-3 all-time when defending home court against UR. Watch the game on ESPNU. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

• “Daughters,” a documentary co-directed by Angela Patton — CEO of local nonprofit Girls For A Change — won the Festival Favorite Award and the US Documentary Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival. The film follows four young girls as they prepare for a Daddy Daughter Dance with their incarcerated fathers.

• If you’re a golf fan, you may have heard of the new pro league TGL. Here’s the local angle — Richmond-based company CapTech has been named the official technology partner of the league. The role means CapTech plays a big part in TGL’s data strategy, design, and audience engagement.

• Registration for Richmond Parks & Recreation summer camps begins on Monday, Feb. 5. City residents can sign their kids up for basketball, cultural arts and environmental programs. Set up a free online account to get ready for registration.

• The Richmond Region has a chance to take home some trophies from USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Members of the public can vote for the River City for Best City for Street Art, Best Arts District, Best Beer City, Best Brewery Tour, and Best Brewpub.

• Congratulations to our survey winner, Rachel M., for winning $500! Thank you to everyone who took the time to take our survey. We’re excited to continue providing positive news and events in our free newsletter.