Maymont offers discounts to older members. | Photo by Christopher W. Clarke
Our readers + a little research helped us build this guide of River City activities ideal for seasoned Richmonders. Check out recommendations based on your interest.
Head out on the diamond with Senior Softball in Chesterfield. Teams play weekly games over the summer, and the season ends with a tournament.
🎨 For the artist
Take a class at the Visual Arts Center to flex your creative muscles. VisArts offers courses both online and in-person at their Main Street studio.
🌳 For the nature lover
Get the most out of a Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden annual membership ($75) by taking adult classes. Plus, membership grants you admission at 345+ gardens around North America — including 10 in VA.
Shelf Life Books: May Poetry Club Meeting | 6-7 p.m. | Shelf Life Books | Free | Connect with bookworms and Shelf Life’s resident cats at this literary gathering exploring “Still Life with Two Dead Peacocks and a Girl.”
Pet Symmetry w/ Pony and Jimmy Montague | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall | $20 | Doors open at 7 p.m. for this live show featuring this Chicago-based band known for hits like “Simply Irresponsible” and “Go Outside.”
Wednesday, May 21
Always Order the Pie (and Sometimes You Should Order It First) | 12 p.m. | Virginia Museum of History & Culture | $10 | Take the road less traveled with this lecture exploring the hidden-gem drives of Virginia, led by Richmond Time-Dispatch columnist Bill Lohmann.
Thursday, May 22
Music at Main Street Station | 5:30-8 p.m. | Main Street Station | Free | Get into the rhythm of this outdoor concert series as trains come and go from above.
Richmond Shakespeare Festival: A Midsummer Night’s Dream | Thursday, May 22-Friday, May 23 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Agecroft Hall | $25+ | Richmond Shakespeare Fest is back at Agecroft’s historic grounds, kicking off with the production of “Cyrano de Bergerac.”
Friday, May 23
Sip & Snip | 7-10 p.m. | 1815 Carter St. | $66 | Watch your floral arranging skills blossom while sipping on wine with other makers.
Construction on Mayo Island’s new park is set to begin this fall, with a tentative opening scheduled for fall 2026. A PDF of the design highlights features like walking paths, meadows, and wildflowers + plants, which will help mitigate flooding. (The Richmonder)
Environment
We already know that Richmond’s allergy season is no joke, but did you know that we officially have our first pollen-counting station? Established at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, the station intends to broaden regional pollen research and motivate new treatment discoveries. (CBS 6)
Closed
Kindred Spirit Brewing’s 5,600-sqft Satellite taproom on Ownby Lane closed its doors yesterday after a year in business. Don’t fret, libationists, the business’ West Creek taproom is still pouring. (Richmond BizSense)
Opening
Richmond’s yoga scene is welcoming a new space to unroll your mat. Taou Yoga is coming to Forest Hill. An exact opening date is pending permitting, but Richmond yogis can likely visit the new studio space + massage room this November. (Richmond BizSense)
Quoted
“Raising awareness is a first step, but it is critical that we work together to preserve these locations before they’re gone.” That’s what Will Glasco, Preservation Virginia CEO, said about a list of endangered locations — including Richmond’s historic 1911 Westham train station — at the list’s release. (WTVR)
Cause
ReEstablish Richmond is seeking volunteers for its upcoming Multicultural Festival on Saturday, June 14, 1–7 p.m. Learn about the festival + volunteer positions online.
Watch
Goochland Drive-In Theater is preparing for Memorial Day weekend with premiere showings of the live-action ”Lilo and Stitch.” Shows start at 8:20 p.m. and run from Thursday, May 22, through Sunday, May 25. Prices start at $28 per vehicle.
Try This
Chappel Roan fans, rise up. River City Roller Derby is hosting Rock ‘n’ Roan, an open-skate night on Thursday, May 22, at the Rollerdome near Montrose. Tickets are $7 + fees, available for online purchase now. Don’t own a pair of skates? Skate rentals are included in the ticket price.
Mansion Monday
Channeling Frank Lloyd Wright: A 5,312-sqft home, previously featured in Richmond Homes Magazine, just hit the market in Brandermill. Take a virtual tour of this 2009 home, boasting a floating staircase, floor-to-ceiling windows, bamboo details, and sweeping waterfront views — a must-see for fans of eco-friendly design and eclectic interiors.
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Plan Ahead
Get ready for a new era of football fun with the Richmond Spiders. Mark your calendar for Family Weekend on Saturday, Sept. 27 — complete with inflatable games, face painting, balloon artists, and all-inclusive tailgates. Stay tuned for full game details.*
Asked
Asked
What would you like to see at Mayo Island’s new park?
A. Lots of green space, wildflowers, and plants B. Activity areas for fishing, yoga, and other outdoor hobbies C. Spaces for farmer’s markets, performances, and festivals D. Other
A pack of light blocking stickers to dull light pollution in your home. The pack comes with multiple sizes that can be used to cover light emitted by digital alarm clocks, charger ports, and other electronics.
Speaking of hot homes — former VCU basketball coach Ryan Odom’s four bed, 3.5-bath Cape Cod-style home is on the market. Check out that slam dunk of a sunroom.
Answered
Answered
Trivia on trivia, really? We asked which special Buddy’s Place guests can enjoy during Tuesday trivia.
Most of you heard the buzzer. 25.6% correctly answered half-off bottles of wine 48.7% half off burgers 23.1% $4 shots 2.6% $13 mimosa pitchers
