Joyebells pies can be found at Kroger, Food Lion, and Sam’s Club locations in the area. | Photo by RICtoday
Made in Richmond. Yep, that has a nice ring to it. From clothing and accessories, to snacks and other fun finds, we’ve rounded up 50+ things homegrown in the River City.
Food
Your next favorite snack could be made in a River City kitchen. For this section, we highlighted specific brands that sell wholesale products that might be found at local grocery stores.
Joyebells Joye B. Moore’s sweet potato, pumpkin, and peach pies are now available nationally. The business grew from recipes passed down generations.
Drinks
Look for Richmond spirits next time you’re at the ABC store and find non-alcoholic drinks at stores and restaurants around town.
Ninja Kombucha This award-winning kombucha is made right here in Richmond. Try several flavors at the Northside taproom or pick it up at 30 retail stores around Richmond, Williamsburg, and Fredericksburg.
Trivia Night | 6-8 p.m. | Intermission Beer Company | Free | Drink local beers while you flex your knowledge at this trivia night with mystery box prizes.
Friday, Jan. 31
“Damn The Torpedoes” | 8-10 p.m. | The Tin Pan | $35 | Rock out to hits by Tom Petty at this impressive tribute show.
Saturday, Feb. 1
GLOW | 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. | Science Museum of Virginia | $10+ | Through hands-on activities, live demos, and special shows, experience all things luminescent.
Black History Month Highlight Tours | Saturday, Feb. 1-Saturday, Feb. 22 | 11:30 a.m. | Virginia Museum of History & Culture | Registration required | Each Saturday, educators will lead tours through their favorite exhibits, detailing of the story of Booker T. Washington and the American education system at that time.
The Towers of Tomorrow, a new LEGO exhibit, will be at the Science Museum of Virginia starting Saturday, Feb. 1. It will be on display until August with LEGO recreations of the world’s most iconic skyscrapers. (ABC 8)
Civic
The Library of Virginia is hosting a Black History Month panel discussion around the historic “Loving vs. Virginia” Supreme Court case. This will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m., and registration is required. (ABC 8)
Regional
Kings Dominion is celebrating 50 years of business with a slate of events running from March through November. The events lineup includes Fourth of July celebrations, after-hour specials, and multiple Halloween-themed days. (CBS 6)
Answered
“How many Richmonders does it take to change a light bulb? 100. One to change the bulb and 99 to reminisce about how great the old bulb was.” Shout out to reader Justin A. for this local roast. Read more here.
Wellness
Simplify healthy living for your whole family. Thrive Market brings groceries free from 1,000+ harmful ingredients right to your doorstep. Sign up to get 30% off your first order, plus a free gift valued at $60.*
Finance
Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. This one even offers 5% cash back on your purchases, helping you save even more while you pay down your debt.*
The Buy
The Buy
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Dress up your space with these adorable + affordable decorations.
In case you missed it, we are rounding up chefs and restaurants that deserve a James Beard award in the River City. Head to RICtoday on Instagram to join the conversation.
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