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🖼️ New art, anyone?

New exhibits open at the ICA for spring
The exterior of the Institute of Contemporary Art, looking down West Broad Street.
Head to the ICA tonight for three new exhibits and a premiere party. | Photo by @maurv2
The spring 2024 season starts at the Institute for Contemporary Art tonight. Richmonders can explore three new exhibitions starting at a free community event at 6 p.m.

Opening today are “Traces of Ecstasy,” “Patrice Renee Washington: Tendril,” and a second iteration of “MURRMUR” called “Blurs and Senses.”

“Traces of Ecstasy” features work from multiple artists including sculpture, installations, video, digital art, drawings, and performance. It’s an adaptation of an exhibition which premiered this month at the Lagos Biennial.

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Patrice Renee Washington, Tendersweet, 2023. Marinaro Gallery, New York.

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Artwork © Patrice Renee Washington, photograph courtesty Marinaro Gallery

The solo exhibition “Tendril” uses ceramics to explore how identity can be manipulated and shaped to create cultural symbols. In particular, Washington looks at how certain symbols can hold opposing and multi-layered meanings.

Bonus: Washington is scheduled to give a talk at the museum on Friday, March 22.

“MURRMUR: Blurs and Senses” continues its predecessor’s investigation of how people think about reading, publishing, and distributing art. It will challenge guests to identify their impulses about curating, discarding, collecting, and preserving.

The season premiere event starts tonight at 6 p.m. The program will include a performance by artist Raymond Pinto, light refreshments, food trucks, and tunes from DJ Raneshounds. Although the event is free and open to the public, registration is recommended.

Can’t make the premiere? No worries. All three exhibits will be open until June 9.
 
Events
Friday, Feb. 16
  • “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” | Friday, Feb. 16 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $9 | Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet star in this 2004 sci-fi romance film.
  • Kendall Street Is For Lovers | Friday, Feb. 16 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry, 2729 W. Broad St., Richmond | $15 | Spread the love with the Virginia jam band, plus openers Rigometrics and Bebbus.
Saturday, Feb. 17
  • Black History Month Vendor Fair | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Beulah Recreation Center, 6901 Hopkins Rd., Richmond | Free entry | Join Chesterfield County and Richmond Night Market for a celebration of Black excellence with 40+ vendors, live music, a maker space, and kids activities.
  • “Why Kemet Matters” | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 3-5 p.m. | Elegba Folklore Society Cultural Center, 101 E. Broad St., Richmond | Free | Author and cultural historian Anthony T. Browder will discuss his upcoming book and studies of Egypt.
  • Women in Jazz | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 7 p.m. | Unity of Bon Air, 923 Buford Rd., Richmond | Free | The Claudia Carawan Trio will perform the music of Ella, Billie, Bessie, and more at this concert.
Sunday, Feb. 18
  • Katt Williams | Sunday, Feb. 18, Thursday, Feb. 22 | Times vary | Altria Theater, 6 N. Laurel St., Richmond | $65 | The comedian stops by the River City on his Dark Matter Tour.
Monday, Feb. 19
  • Sammy Rae & The Friends | Monday, Feb. 19 | 6:30 p.m. | The National, 708 E. Broad St., Richmond | $28 | The alt-indie band will play with Erin & the Wildfire.
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News Notes
Civic
  • Richmond is one of five municipalities participating in the CivStart Government Innovation Challenge and Pitchfest. The initiative aims to address issues facing locals and will culminate in an event in Kansas City. See how to get involved.
Development
  • Local firm Hourigan will serve as general contractor for the construction of the Chesterfield Lego facility. Work should begin later this year and production is expected to begin in 2027, a delay from the initial target of 2025. (Richmond BizSense)
Sports
  • W League RVA will kick off on May 11 with a home game against the Virginia Marauders. Yesterday, the team announced the 12-match schedule for the inaugural season, which will include six games at City Stadium.
Edu
  • The new Chesterfield middle school on Westerleigh Parkway is in need of a name. CCPS is asking for suggestions from the public — submit your idea by Wednesday, Feb. 28. Top choices will be announced in April; the school board will make its final pick in May. (12 On Your Side)
Try This
  • The Keeble Observatory at Randolph-Macon has reopened for the spring semester. The astronomical observatory hosts free public viewings on Thursday nights at 7 p.m., if weather permits. Check the Instagram before heading out to see the stars.
Community
  • Want to become a better local advocate? Bike Walk Academy is accepting applications for its spring session. The 5-week program includes workshops in public speaking, campaign planning, and engaging with public officials. Apply by Wednesday, Feb. 21.
Stat
  • 66%. That’s how much Black-owned businesses in our region grew last year, according to data from Yelp. Richmond was in the top five metro areas in the country for Black-owned business openings in 2023. See what local entrepreneurs have to say in interviews with BLK RVA.
Cause
  • Getting pizza for dinner? From now until the end of March, Marco’s Pizza is donating 50% of proceeds to Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU. Just use code “CHoR” at checkout.
Family
 
Sports

🏀 Join us on the Road To Richmond

Live selection show will determine Wheelchair Basketball National Championships brackets
A wheelchair basketball player lines up for a shot while three opposing players defend.
Richmond hosted the River City Classic tournament in March 2023. | Photo by Jessica Stone Hendricks
Sportable is kicking off the Wheelchair Basketball National Championships with a live selection show on Monday, March 25 at 7 p.m.

In April, 100 teams will compete for Adult and Junior Division titles at the Henrico Sports and Events Center. In order to make the tournament, teams will have to hear their name called at the Road To Richmond Show.

The interactive show — put on with Richmond Times-Dispatch and Virginia Video Network — will reveal the full team field, brackets, seeds, and first round pairings. You can stream the whole thing on RTD’s site.

Want in on the action? Spectator tickets for the tournament are on sale now. Pre-sale prices continue through March 22.
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With the A-10 Women’s Basketball Championship in March and the NWBA tournament in April, local hoops fans have a lot to look forward to. I can’t wait.
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