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🍄 Find fungi this weekend

Hunt for mushrooms around Richmond during this worldwide art event
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Find pieces from ClayBrook Pottery when the Game of Shrooms commences. | Photo courtesy of ClayBrook Pottery
This Saturday, June 8, you could find one-of-a-kind, mushroom-inspired art on your morning walk.

Game of Shrooms is a global art scavenger hunt which began in 2019. Hundreds of artists sign up to hide unique, fungi-full works in their area and give clues to their whereabouts on social media. This year, several Richmond artists are on board.

Starting a little after midnight on Saturday, works will be stowed around the River City. Check out the map of participating artists and follow them on social media — they’ll likely leave hints throughout the day about where their work can be found.

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Artists from all around the River City will be hiding works this Saturday.

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Screenshot via Game of Shrooms

If you find a piece, be sure to tag or message the artist to let them know.

Participating River City artists include:
  • Noah Scalin
  • ClayBrook Pottery
  • Throws Like a Girl Ceramics
  • Midnight Thicket
  • Vegan Trash Panda
Want to get involved? There’s still time to sign up as an artist. You can create and hide as many pieces as you like.

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Local artist Midnight Thicket told us she’ll be hiding three pieces this year.

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Photos courtesy of Midnight Thicket

Pro tip: Game of Shrooms is a Leave No Trace event, so art that isn’t found will have to be retrieved by the artist.

Along with the event, Mushroom Mania RVA will host a community picnic at Shields Lake in Byrd Park on Saturday from 12 to 3 p.m. Bring your own veggie dish to the family-friendly potluck, enjoy mushroom-themed arts and crafts, and show off your foraging successes.
 
Events
Wednesday, June 5
  • Flying Squirrels vs. Altoona Curve | Wednesday, June 5 | 6:35 p.m. | The Diamond, 3001 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | $10-$25 | Get to the game early for $5 glasses of wine and $6 wine slushies from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 6
  • Flowers After 5 | Thursday, June 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond | $0-$20 | Enjoy an evening exploring the gardens with folk-rock tunes provided by WKNDR.
  • Danville 1963: Legacy of a Movement | Thursday, June 6 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St., Richmond | Free | Register for a documentary screening about the Bloody Monday Civil Rights protest followed by a panel with participants.
  • 2nd Best Fest | Thursday, June 6 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Coalition Theater, 8 W. Broad St., Richmond | $10 | Get ready for a night of laughs with two improv groups, stand-up, and sketch comedy.
Friday, June 7
  • Summer Kickoff Festival | Friday, June 7-Saturday, June 8 | Times vary | Maymont, 1700 Hampton St., Richmond | $20 | This two-day fest will feature live music, craft beverages, and local food trucks.
Saturday, June 8
  • Multicultural Festival | Saturday, June 8 | 1-8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell, 600 S. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | Free | Enjoy food, music, art, cultural performances, and more at this festival put on by the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement and ReEstablish Richmond.
  • Retro Swap Video Games | Saturday, June 8 | Strangeways Brewing, 2277 Dabney Rd., Richmond | Free entry | Buy, trade, a play your favorite retro games at the brewery — there will also be a food truck on site.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Closing
  • Carytown Cupcakes’ final day of business will be Sunday, June 23. The local bakery has been selling sweets for 15 years. It will feature a rotating selection of fan and staff favorites during its final weeks.
Traffic
  • The intersection of Chamberlayne Avenue and Bacon Street is getting a new traffic signal. Work should begin soon to install the signal, which includes retroreflective backplates and pedestrian safety features. The project is expected for completion in spring 2025.
Edu
  • The Richmond School Board voted to make clear backpacks mandatory for all RPS students starting in July. The district says it will work with community partners to make sure all students can get a clear backpack by the start of the school year. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Sports
  • The River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament kicks off tomorrow at the Collegiate School Robins Campus. 70 players from 22 states and five countries will square off over four days of competition. Spectators are welcome; check out the schedule.
Eat
  • Owner Cruz Albanil has opened another El Chido Restaurant, this time near Chesterfield Towne Center. It’s the first location south of the river for the Henrico favorite. (Richmond BizSense)
Theater
  • Richmond Shakespeare has announced the productions for its 26th season. It kicks off with “Lord of the Flies” in October, followed by “The Father,” and “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Next year’s Shakespeare Festival at Agecroft Hall will feature “Cyrano De Bergerac” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Memberships are available now.
Outdoors
  • Find your flow with sunset yoga at Dorey Park on Monday, June 10 at 6 p.m. The hour-long class is free — just bring a yoga mat. Want more outdoor yoga options? Check out our local yoga guide.
Wellness
Finance
  • You know a restaurant’s good if other chefs eat there, and you can trust a gym where athletes train. So, we’ll trust this rec: This card recommended by The Ascent has no annual fee and offers up to 5% cash back, a sign-up bonus, and 0% intro APR into 2025.*
 
Cause

Help us help you help others

50+ volunteering opportunities in Richmond
Two volunteers with Friends of East End kneel over brush in a forested area, smiling toward the camera and wearing gloves, hats, pants, and long sleeves.
Volunteer with Feed More and help pack, distribute, and deliver meals to families in Central VA. | Photo via Feed More
There are more than enough great causes in Richmond to support with your time. Whether you’re an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast — there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you.

We’ve got a guide to 35+ ways to get involved in the River City, but we’re making it even better.

If you know a local nonprofit that’s in need of volunteers, tell us about it and it could wind up on our guide.

Check out what organizations are already included at the button below.
The full guide
The Buy

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Last week, we quizzed you on when Friday Cheers moved from Sixth Street Marketplace.

See who’s playing Brown’s Island for Friday Cheers 2024
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Friday Cheers moved to Brown’s Island in 2006.
Around 30% of respondents had the right idea — the longtime local concert series moved in 2005. It had started at Sixth Street Marketplace in 1998.

It was held in the parking lot at Tredegar Ironworks for a year before crossing over to Brown’s Island in 2006. It began charging for admission in 2011.

Click the button below to see the lineup for the upcoming Friday Cheers shows.
Cheers to the weekend
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Robin
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I really like the idea of stumbling upon some free fungi art this weekend. If you find a piece, share some pics so I can be jealous.
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