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Events
Thursday, May 2
  • “Oldboy” | Thursday, May 2 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $9 | See the Park Chan-wook action thriller on the big screen.
Friday, May 3
  • Kickers vs. One Knoxville SC | Friday, May 3 | 7 p.m. | City Stadium, 3201 Maplewood Ave., Richmond | $17-$37 | Up the Roos and enjoy a Cinco de Mayo celebration at City Stadium.
  • Handbells Spring Concert – James River Ringers | Friday, May 3 | 7:30-9 p.m. | River Road Presbyterian Church, 8960 River Rd., Richmond | Free | Bring a friend for this swingin’ concert of varied tunes old and new.
  • Spring Plant Sale | Friday, May 3 | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond | Free entry | No admission fee is required to shop this parking lot sale with 40+ vendors.
Saturday, May 4
  • Arts in the Park | Saturday, May 4-Sunday, May 5 | Times vary | Byrd Park, 1300 Blanton Ave., Richmond | Free | Discover art from 350+ painters, crafters, ceramicists, jewelers, and more around the Carillon.
  • Richmond Bluegrass Jam | Saturday, May 4 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | American Legion Post 354, 4800 Welby Turn, Midlothian | Free | Over a dozen of the region’s best bluegrass and Americana bands will gather to raise money for military veterans and their families.
  • Suggesting Rhythm’s 9 Innings | Saturday, May 4 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry, 2729 W. Broad St., Richmond | $15 | Join the local Grateful Dead tribute act for the third of nine shows they’re playing at the Broadberry this year.
Sunday, May 5
  • Footgolf Tournament | Sunday, May 5 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Independence Golf Club, 600 Founders Bridge Blvd., Midlothian | $20-$30 | Compete for prizes and try your hand — or foot — at this sport that combines soccer and golf.
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  • Learn about the city’s work to increase roadway safety at DPW’s Speed Management Symposium on Tuesday, May 14 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Main Street Station. The free event will include a Q+A session, 24 exhibit booths, and multiple raffles. Register to attend.
Arts
  • Tomorrow will see the return of First Fridays events around the city. Check out this roundup of Arts District parties, gallery shows, and pop-ups. Don’t forget to hop on the free Valentine Love Bus to get around town.
History
  • A Jazz Age-inspired party is happening this Saturday as part of the continued effort to restore the Pump House. Funds will help support repairing the roof of the 1880s structure to help open it to the public. Tickets are still available for the exclusive event. (Style Weekly)
Sports
  • It’s official — Richmond’s going nuts. The Flying Squirrels set a franchise record for average attendance in April, leading the Double-A with an average of 7,113 fans at each game.
Outdoors
  • Help build a pop-up park in Scott’s Addition next week with HYPE and Richmond Community ToolBank. Register in advance and meet at the corner of Broad and Wayne on Wednesday, May 8 at 4 p.m. to contribute. Don’t forget closed-toe shoes and a water bottle.
Eat
  • Oh! Mochi is opening a location inside The Park RVA. The VCU-area donut spot will host a grand opening celebration starting tomorrow with special deals through the weekend.
Award
Arts
 
Development

Share your Diamond District thoughts

Learn more about the Diamond District at these open house events
Diamond District Renderings
The new baseball stadium should be complete by the 2026 season. | Image via city documents
The city is hosting three open house events to discuss the future Diamond District. Attendees will help shape the public aspects of the development.

According to an updated timeline from April, ground should be broken on the new baseball diamond in June. Stadium construction would then begin in the fall. Private developments would begin construction in early 2025.

The meetings will concentrate on the city-owned portions of the development, like streets, parks, and open spaces. There will be one in-person and two virtual events.
  • Virtual session | Wednesday, May 8 | 6 p.m.
  • In-person | Thursday, May 9 | 5 p.m. | Leigh Street Training Facility
  • Virtual session | Tuesday, May 14 | 6 p.m.
Register for a session
Poll

What’s the most important element for the upcoming Diamond District to have?
A. Housing
B. Restaurants
C. Retail
D. Green space
Pick one
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Today’s edition by:
Robin
From the editor
There are too many exciting things happening this weekend to not give our whole events calendar a once-over. I plan on some combination of cheering on the Kickers, hitting up the Lewis Ginter plant sale, and strolling through Arts in the Park.
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