Take a ride along the flood wall for city views. | Photo by @padraig_ian
It’s no secret that Richmond is a haven for mountain bikers, city speedsters, and casual bike riders alike. But for less experienced bicyclists, ditching your Subaru for a Schwinn can be intimidating.
We collected tips from our readers to help beginner bikers learn the ropesspokes of safe city biking.
Map a course beforehand
If you’re new to two-wheel commuting, plan ahead before hitting the road. Consult a map to learn more about your area’s bike infrastructure, and — if possible — walk or drive the route first to get a sense of the road.
Joining a group ride is a great way to meet fellow cyclists and get comfortable on River City roads. | Gif by RICtoday
Find your favorite lanes
To boost your biking confidence, consider starting off-road at places like Bryan Park or the isolated East End stretches of the Virginia Capital Trail.
City bike infrastructure varies from protected bike lanes like those along East Franklin Street to designated bike-and-walk streets like Floyd Avenue.
Commonwealth’s Memorial Day Ceremony | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Virginia War Memorial | Free | Honor the lives of those who served in the United States Armed Forces with guest speakers and a traditional wreath-laying.
Sandston Parade | 1-4 p.m. | Sandston Memorial Recreation Center, Sandston | Free | Join the street-side crowd at this holiday tradition + stay around for a family-friendly block party afterward.
May Co-Work + Lunch + Learn | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Lavender Hill | $12 | Co-work, network, and learn the work of Richmond’s Dr. Adina Silvestri, founder of Life Cycles Counseling.
Harrisburg Senators vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels | Tuesday, May 27-Wednesday, May 28 | 6:35 p.m. | The Diamond | $13+ | This week’s games include special events like Toe Bean Tuesday, a one-thousandth home-game celebration, Women & Girls in Sports Night, and post-game fireworks.
Wednesday, May 28
Eddie 9V at The Tin Pan | 8-10 p.m. | The Tin Pan | $32+ | Tickets are flying fast for this intimate performance channeling Americana blues with sharp songwriting and soulful guitar melodies.
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Pacaso’s platform offers easy purchase, ownership, and enjoyment of luxury vacation homes. | Photo by Pacaso
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Memorial Day, a federal holiday, meaning civic offices, most state offices, banks, and public libraries are closed. Veterans and active military members are invited to observe this day with free admission to the Virginia Museum of History and Culture.
Biz
Brian’s Books is joining the ranks of Richmond booksellers. The new business plans to set up shop on North 25th and P Street in Church Hill and anticipates a June opening. You can expect to see all kinds of literary goods, from pre-loved books to niche vintage comics, magazines, and zines.
Community
In case you missed it, the Richmond People’s Budget votes have been tallied, and you can now see selected funding projects for each city district. A few spotlights: Install bus shelters near the VMFA (District 1), plant more neighborhood trees (District 3), and improve sidewalks on Jahnke Road (District 9).
Art
Pride Month is right around the corner, and Artspace, located in Stratford Hills Shopping Center, is kicking things off with a brand-new exhibit. “Glamour is Resistance” explores the relationship between beauty and identity with nearly 50 pieces of art. See this collection Wednesdays through Sundays now until July 19.
Nonprofit
Blessing Warriors RVA is calling on city officials for support, as service demands for unsheltered people have nearly tripled, according to Blessing Warriors worker Tonya Fobbs. What can our community do to help?Volunteer or donate if able + reach out to city officials on behalf of the nonprofit. (CBS 6)
Mansion Monday
Recently featured on Zillow Gone Wild, this five bed, four bath house joined the market on historic Monument Avenue. Mahogany mouldings, Palladian windows, stained-glass details, and tiled fireplaces add to the antiquated charm of this 1911 home. Step into history with the official listing.
Civic
Whether you’re driving or walking, road safety starts with paying attention. Drivers should always stop for pedestrians, and pedestrians should never assume drivers see them. A little extra awareness can go a long way in preventing accidents.*
Finance
$2.80 per share is almost gone. Top firms like SoftBank have already invested in Pacaso, the startup disrupting a $1.3 trillion real estate market. Now, after 41% YoY gross profit growth, they recently reserved the Nasdaq ticker $PCSO. Until Thursday, you can invest for just $2.80/share.†‡‡*
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I was particularly drawn to today’s Tiny Spirit Perspectives event with Quarry. You don’t often come across an event with such a specific and vulnerable focus. If you don’t have plans tonight and feel drawn to share a story about a lost pet — even just a simple momento — consider joining. I don’t think that experience is something one would ever regret.
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What do you think of the Mayo Island Park design concepts?
“Love it! Very excited for this downtown oasis!”
“The concepts look great. I just wonder why the greater Richmond area keeps building/expanding parks but can’t seem to improve public education.”
“I think it’s beautiful, practical and engaging. I love the use of native wildflowers and path areas to sit. Sounds just lovely.”
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