November Project RVA has organized a few run-club takeovers this year, inviting fitness clubs from across the city to connect for one group trek. | Photo courtesy of Sunrise Social Club
Invite some fresh air and new friends into your fitness routine. Richmond has plenty of local run clubs treading through the city, but we narrowed down a few to help you get your stride in step, even if you just want to try it out once.
Tuesdays at 6:30 a.m, Thursday at 6 p.m. + Saturdays at 7:30 a.m.
Meeting point: Blanchard’s Coffee, West Broad
Events
Events
Monday, Sept. 8
City Council Meeting | 6 p.m. | City Hall | Free | It’s your civic right to know all about the latest policy changes, funding approvals, and property approvals — and you can join virtually.
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Sierra Ferrell: Shoot for the Moon Tour | 7-11 p.m. | Brown’s Island | $52 | This West Virginia-born songwriter has collaborated with artists like The Black Keys, Shakey Graves, and Diplo, and you can still catch a ticket to see her live on the riverside.
Hartford Yard Goats vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels | Tuesday, Sept. 9-Sunday, Sept. 14 | Times vary | The Diamond | $13+ | It’s officially time to bid adieu to our gem of a stadium with games like Time Capsule Tuesday and Goodbye Diamond Night.
Wednesday, Sept. 10
Behind-the-Scenes Tavern Tour | 6:30-8:45 p.m. | Hanover Tavern | $20 | Uncover tavern secrets unbeknownst to most guests, and see what’s behind the always-tempting “not open to the public” signs.
Cheese Making 101 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Agecroft Hall | $50 | Take notes while observing this old-fashioned process, and snack on samples to keep you inspired along the way.
Introducing... the Tower House, poised on Riverside Drive, waiting for its next magazine photoshoot. All-encompassing windows fill this modern 1959 home with natural light. Plus, there’s a four-story staircase spiraling through the changing seasons of the James. See for yourself.
Number
55. That’s how many days are left until daylight saving time ends and the clock falls back one hour. Translation: It’s time to take advantage of golden-hour hangs after work while you still can. Might we suggest a sunset stroll through one of Richmond’s parks?
Eat
Serve us up a slice of pepperoni — that’s the most popular pizza in Virginia, according to a survey by TalkerResearch. No matter how you like your ‘za, consider this your sign to order in by grabbing a slice from one of these local places. (Newsweek)
Read
If you’ve read “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” or “Dune,” you’ve read one of the titles on Mental Floss’ “13 Quintessential Gen X Books” list. These books are beloved for a reason, so there’s a good chance you’ll find them at one of Richmond’s independent bookstores. (Mental Floss)
Biz
To ketchup on recent news, Kraft Heinz announced it will be splitting into two companies — 10 years after merging. While we don’t know what the future holds for these food brands, we know we can rely on these locally made products in Richmond. (AP News)
Stat
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Wellness
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You might be from Richmond if seeing a train rolling past Brown’s Island makes your weekend. | Photo by @cwclarke_photos
If you live and die by Ukrop’s Rainbow Cookies, you know there are River City traditions others just don’t understand. We asked our readers to share Richmond’s unwritten rules, from common city knowledge to relatable trends and local lingo.
Richmond 101
“You must pat the iron dog on the head when visiting Hollywood Cemetery.” – @upallnightbaking
“Don’t go in the river if it’s been raining.” – Everyone
“If we get a particularly nice day, every picnic blanket, dog, and baby will be in the VMFA sculpture garden.” – @le_miller
“[You] must know all the words to the Agee’s song.” – @WhiskeeHound
Streets teach
“There will be at least one destructive pothole on any drive through the city…" – @kcookz
“It’s better to have an EZ pass and not use it than to not have an EZ pass and need it.” – @omgocps
Toss us any more unwritten rules to help out Richmond rookies.
A cozy button down cardigan that will become a staple in your fall wardrobe. It’s made of soft knitted fabric + includes a hood for when you need a little extra warmth.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
✈️ Richmond International Airport recently added its first international flight since 2013 — where to?
Ready for takeoff. 52.4% of you got this one right. In June, RiC added a nonstop flight to Bermuda. Interestingly enough... discussions about direct flights to Europe followed soon after.
The Wrap
The Wrap
Today’s edition by: Elise
My unwritten rule of Richmond: Stray cats + store cats are the backbone of this city. Store cats have been a local norm for quite some time — take Hero the cat (seen below) as an example, dating back to 1987.
Circling back to current times, we added a regal photo of one of Richmond’s most renowned store cats to our unwritten rules guide. We wouldn’t mind if she made all the rules, but for now, let’s hear yours.
Robin Layton, photographer. Richmond Times-Dispatch Photograph Collection. V.91.04.06/PHC0076. The Valentine, Richmond, Virginia.
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