Vegan Club RVA hosts free + ticketed events to connect folks over the best local vegan eats. | Photo by @laurenzray
Whether you just moved to the 804 or have been here all your life, it can be tough to put yourself out there and meet new people.
We’re here to help you channel your inner social butterfly in a way that feels comfortable for you — from outgoing social clubs to low-vibration reading parties.
Meetup is a useful online tool for finding local groups, whether you’re searching for a specific hobby club or a broader community of people, such as older adult groups or women’s organizations.
Find your niche
We assembled a list of clubs and groups, categorized by interest + linked so you can launch right into action:
We didn’t even begin to cover the universe of educational and creative workshops available in RVA. Don’t worry — we already have a separate guide for adult classes.
Personality quiz: Which type of social outing best suits you?
A. Something artsy like Hardlight Cinema B. Something outdoorsy like Richmond Tree Stewards C. Something spontaneous like RVA Square Dance D. Something sporty like CLUBWAKA E. Something quiet like Silent Reading Party
Introduction to the Sogetsu School of Ikebana | 1-3 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | $60 | Learn how to curate flower arrangements with a unique sense of harmony by using lines, colors, space, and tension to structure each design.
Thursday, May 15
Good for Her: Market and Film Screening | 6 p.m., film screening at 8 p.m. | Star Hill Brewery | Free, donations encouraged | Celebrate the local film club Good for Her + help fundraise for RVA Community Fridges with a vendor market, book club, and showing of the horror flick “Jennifer’s Body.”
Vintage Youth: Open Minds Night | 7-11 p.m. | Gallery5 | $5 donation | Sign up to share your talents at this judgment-free open mic night, paired with a pre-event happy hour.
Friday, May 16
Dominion Energy Riverrock | Friday, May 16-Sunday, May 18 | Times vary | Brown’s Island | Prices vary | Riverrock is back and better than ever with a weekend of outdoor activities, live music, and all-around fun.
Saturday, May 17
27th Asian American Celebration | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Greater Richmond Convention Center (Exhibit Hall C & D) | Free | Join this showcase of heritage featuring food + artisan vendors, dazzling dance performances, and exhibits of cultural tradition.
On Monday night, Richmond City Council approved a $3 billion budget in a 6-2 vote, delineating funding in categories like public schools, affordable housing + eviction diversion programs, parks and recreation initiatives, and neighborhood safety. See the numbers. (CBS 6)
Development
The 1940s building housing Westhampton Pastry Shop on Patterson Avenue has been approved for a rebuild. The long-standing bakery is slated to remain a tenant, but the building itself will undergo a complete transformation into a four-story retail and office space. (Richmond BizSense)
Opening
Solaire Rooftop Bar is joining RVA’s skyline scene, filling the vacant space of Kabana Rooftop, which closed last New Year’s Eve. The new business plans to establish itself as a socialite bar with a focus on daytime, rather than nightlife. Stay tuned for details on Solaire’s opening, which has been delayed due to this week’s rain. (Richmond BizSense)
Watch
See the face behind the University of Richmond’s fuzzy, eight-legged mascot. For the past four years, Christinia Currie has given the fun-loving spider WebstUR a crowd-favorite personality. Feel free to wish Currie a happy graduation in the comments.
Ranked
$122,000. That’s how much annual income a Virginia resident would need in order to afford a 3-bedroom home, according to Realtor.com + a map presented by DC Economics. That pins Virginia near the predicted averages for Alaska, Florida, and Tennessee. Compare all 50 rankings.
Sports
Richmond Spiders Camps provide a fun, supportive environment where young athletes can build teamwork, leadership and discipline. Open to all ages and skill levels, these camps offer a wide range of sports (think: baseball, football, soccer, lacrosse, and more). Explore all camps.*
Civic
Driving with kids? Buckle them up — it’s required by state law for anyone under 18. As a driver, stay alert and be ready to stop for kids who might dart into your path. Every effort you make goes a long way toward keeping our streets safe.*
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We’re in for a week of rain, Richmond. Have you ever considered rainwater harvesting? It’s a process in which you save and store rainwater for reuse, like irrigation, landscape watering, and non-potable indoor uses. The Virginia Department of Health pooled together an introductory video + online guide, draining all the details and regulations into one place.
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