Your guide to RBRE week | Richmond Black Restaurant Experience (RBRE) is entering its ninth year with a celebratory week of outings, culinary spotlights, and community initiatives. Support local biz and uplift Black-owned restaurants during this fun + food-filled week.
Shop local craft stores in RVA | JOANN closed its doors last week, but what about the Richmonders half-way through their crochet projects? Learn how SCRAP RVA is supplying the community and browse a few other local recs.
20+ March events| Keep this page bookmarked for all the top concerts, exhibits, and sporting events happening this month. From upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Festivities to the Kicker’s opening-night kick-off, there’s plenty of incentive to get outside and get involved.
Events
Events
Friday, March 7
Richmond Renaissance Faire: A Fundraising Kick Off | 5-11 p.m. | Gallery 5 | Free | Don your finest garb, and show out for RVA’s first Ren Faire — a fundraiser packed with local food options, live demonstrations, artisan displays, and so much more.
Saturday, March 8
Shamrockin’ at Stony Point | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Stony Point Fashion Park | $15+ | Green-ify your outfit and energize your day with live music, goat yoga, and plenty of St. Patrick’s Day-themed activities.
Sunday, March 9
A10 Women’s Basketball Championship | 4 p.m. | Henrico Sports and Events Center | $18 | Follow the results of this weekend’s tournament bracket + head to the stands or tune in to ESPN2 to see if Richmond wins their second title in a row.
Monday, March 10
Bright Eyes | 7:30 p.m. | The National | $38 | Best known for their 2005 indie hit, “First Day of my Life,” catch Bright Eyes in concert at one of RVA’s top venues.
Helpful resources are just a click, call, or text away. | Photo by Pexels
March is National Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and the Virginia Lottery is here to remind us about the importance of responsible play. If you or someone you know is struggling, these local resources could help:
Virginia Problem Gambling Helpline | Call, chat, or text your questions and concerns with this free, confidential resource at 888-532-3500.
Don’t forget to spring forward this Sunday, March 9 — daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m., so turn your clocks forward one hour. This means the sun will start setting ~6:45 p.m. in Richmond next week, giving you more time to play around our city.
Wellness
Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at Humble Haven Yoga would feel. Find your flow at these Richmond yoga studios.
Eat
Broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat, according to a recent scientific review. Consider this your sign to stock up on the veggie as farmers market season rolls around. (Vogue)
Try This
Have you seen the new Monopoly game? The updated version is a sign of the times — it replaces paper money with a mobile app. Of course, we’ve always preferred the Richmond edition of the game. (The Verge)
Calling all business owners. For a limited time, we’re offering 15% off your first advertising purchase on our self-service ad portal. No long-term contract required — simply use the code NEW15 at checkout to redeem the discount.
The 2025 Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs is a qualifying race for the prestigious 151st Kentucky Derby. With your $5 general admission ticket, enjoy a thrilling day of thoroughbred racing, live performances, and some seriously stylish Derby fashion. Snag tix.*
Outdoors
Psst, gardeners — start this year’s garden off right with this seed starter tray, with built-in handles to transplant seedlings straight into the ground come planting time.*
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Pro Tip
Why decluttering your home is crucial for spring cleaning
Presented by Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia
Too much stuff? Focus on decluttering one room at a time. | Photos provided by Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia + Kevin Meynell
If you find yourself rearranging random stuff during spring cleaning, you might be doing it wrong. Here’s why decluttering is a better approach:
Less stuff = less cleaning
When you declutter, you’ll have fewer things to dust, organize, and move around, so you’ll spend less time cleaning. Pro tip: Goodwill accepts a wide range of gently-used items — from that college sweater you no longer wear to bikes, furniture, and even vehicles.
It’s sustainable
Decluttering gives your stuff a second chance at life. By donating to your local Goodwill, your items could find a new home or even be recycled into asphalt or turf.
You’re making a difference
Last year, Goodwill kept more than 21 million pounds of items out of landfills. When you donate, you’re not only clearing out space in your home — you’re making a positive impact on the environment by reducing waste + giving back to the community.
Union Market in Union Hill has a sunny patio. | Photo by RICtoday
Is it just us, or does eating outside make food taste better?
Plan ahead for warmer weather, and get ready to soak up the spring sunshine at these 25+ Richmond patios.
Waterside seats
Latitude Seafood Co.
The Hull Street seafood spot has some top-tier views. “It’s right on Swift Creek Reservoir,” Reader Bird C. said. “It feels like you’re at the Outer Banks.”
The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing
Enjoy a meal overlooking one of the most scenic stretches of the James that Richmond has to offer.
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We made it to the weekend, RVA. Just a few more days before Daylight Saving Time, then we’re in the clear. I’ll probably catch one of the last early sunsets while out at the Ren Faire fundraiser — hope to see you there!
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We asked you last week what Richmond-themed summer camp you would create — the results are in.
28.6%: Arts and crafts camp 21.4%: Hiking with opossums camp 17.9%: Craft beer camp 17.9%: Southern hospitality camp 14.3%: Indie folk band camp
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