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Editor’s Note
In case you missed it, we ran our October events preview this week with some can’t-miss festivals, markets, and Halloween happenings. Check out the full calendar for more local fun.
 
Top Stories
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Hello, Frida Kahlo | Richmonders will be able to discover over 60 works of art created or inspired by the enigmatic 20th-century artist at the VMFA this spring.

Flooding in Asheville caused by Helene.

How to help after Helene | Check out our guide for ongoing local supply drives and where to donate to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Southwest Virginia.

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Meet this modern Major General | Richmonders will be able to interact with Major General Marquis de Lafayette — or at least an accomplished reenactor — on the 200th anniversary of his farewell tour this month.
 
Events
This Weekend
  • 2nd Street Festival | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | Times vary | Historic Jackson Ward | Free entry | The free fest will fill the streets with live music, food, local artists, vendors, and kids activities, plus a headlining performance from Arrested Development.
  • Armenian Food Festival | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. | St. James Armenian Church | Free entry | Richmond’s longest-running food festival returns for a family-friendly weekend of Armenian delicacies and culture.
  • Richmond VegFest | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 12-6 p.m. | Byrd Park | Free entry | Expect 100+ vendors, entertainment, face painting, moon bounces, and plenty of vegan and vegetarian eats at this annual fest.
  • Fall Artisan Market & Craft Fair | Sunday, Oct. 6 | 12-5 p.m. | Strangeways Brewing – Scott’s Addition | Free entry | Pick up fall decor and early holiday gifts from local makers at this indoor event.
Plan Ahead
  • Flowers After 5 | Thursday, Oct. 10 | 5-8 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | $20 | Join Whiskey Rebellion for a night of bluegrass, jazz, and rock and roll fusion.
  • Haunted Open House | Friday, Oct. 11 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | The Branch Museum of Architecture and Design | Free entry | Shop from local artists, hear terrifying stories, join the Mad Scientist Bar Crawl, and see if you’ve got the ‘fit to win the costume contest.
  • RVA Oyster Festival | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 1-6 p.m. | Main Line Brewery | Cost of purchase | Enjoy oysters raw, fried, and steamed on the half shell, plus vendors, craft beer, and live music from DJ Darrell and Level up Band.
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News Notes
Theater
  • Virginia Rep announced that it accomplished its goal of raising $600,000 by the end of September in order to avoid closing. Over 1,300 donors — 70% of them first-time contributors — helped to keep the theater company afloat as it faces a funding deficit.
Traffic
  • The grace period for nine speed cameras around the city has ended. First-time speeding offenders will be fined $50, and then $100 for each violation thereafter. (ABC 8News)
Biz
  • Have you seen the new sign welcoming visitors to Carytown? It made its debut this week. The art-deco piece is suspended above Cary near Nansemond Street and was illuminated for the first time last night.
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Regional
  • Have you ever made a Richmond faux pas like mispronouncing “Powhite?” We’ve all been there. Here are all the unwritten rules Richmonders should know about the city, according to RICtoday readers.
Plan Ahead
  • It’s somehow already October, meaning our calendars are packed with events like fall festivals and craft fairs. Find more fun near you this season with our online calendar. We’ll see you there.
 
City Guide

Our River City volunteering guide

50+ volunteering opportunities in Richmond
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Keep Virginia Cozy hosts clean-up events that are open to all. | Photo via Keep Virginia Cozy
Whether you’re an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast, there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 50+ ways to get involved in the River City.

Better Housing Coalition | The coalition offers in-person and virtual projects with missions like holiday gifts, food and clothing drives for seniors, and health services.

SOAR365 | Groups or individuals can sign up to help support the mission of creating life-fulfilling opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The group is in particular need of summer volunteers.

UGK Community First | The Underground Kitchen is a local nonprofit helping feed Richmonders. Volunteers can help prepare meals, collect and sort food, make deliveries, and fundraise.

Keep Virginia Cozy | Come out to a cleanup with this environmental group that’s all about protecting the wilderness and increasing accessibility to nature.

Find dozens more organizations looking for volunteers at the button below.
Help out here
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