Public Meeting: Urban Forestry Commission | 5-6:30 p.m. | Main Library | Free | You likely pass hundreds of trees every day, but get a behind-the-scenes look at the policy development, fundraising, and legislation it takes to manage urban forestry.
Drag Bingo: “Mrs. Doubtfire” | 7-9 p.m. | Star Hill Brewery | Free | Odds are, you can expect at least one broom and one matronly wig at this iconic movie-inspired drag show.
Lewis Ginter Fall Plant Sale | Friday, Sept. 19 + Saturday, Sept. 20 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | Free | Take home some new autumnal plants, and if you’re unsure where to start, expert gardeners will be around to give you the green thumb of approval.
Harvest Mocktail Mixology Class | 6:30 p.m. | Studio One Twenty | $35 | Learn the recipes for three mocktails featuring fruits from a late-summer, early-fall harvest.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Iron Blossom Music Festival | Saturday, Sept. 20 + Sunday, Sept. 21 | Times vary | Bon Secours Training Center | $122+ | Opt for a single-day ticket or spend the whole weekend at this major music fest headlining artists like The Lumineers, Vampire Weekend, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise.
You’ll be able to buy boxes of this new flavor and your beloved favorites from January through April (local timing varies).
Photo provided by Girl Scouts of the USA
Announced
Move over, Thin Mints, we’re saving our money for boxes of Exploremores — Girl Scouts of the USA’s newest cookie. The rocky road ice cream-inspired sandwich cookie will debut in 2026. Sign up to be the first to know when they hit the market in the River City.
Eat
What’s the best chicken sandwich in Virginia? According to Tasting Table, it’s NOVA-based Wooboi’s Thousand Sunny sandwich, where the chicken is the bread, instead of the filling. Who has the best chicken sandwich here in RVA? Share your take.
Mansion Monday
The double-decker porches are enough to sell us on this farmhouse Colonial. The six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and 10 private acres? An added bonus. Still, we’re fine with staying outside for now, especially since there’s also a hot tub, pool, and wooded trail access. See for yourself(and check out the inside too).
Plan Ahead
How many Swifties do we have in the house? The Broadberry will host “The Life of a Showgirl: Midnight Release Party” on Thursday, Oct. 2, celebrating Taylor Swift’s upcoming album. Dance along as a live DJ plays through the entire album + the venue hosts giveaways, lip-sync battles, and a costume contest.
Watch
The destination is set for “The White Lotus” Season 4, and it’s looking very French. Filming hasn’t started yet, so there’s plenty of time to enroll in a crash course of the language — or, you could start pairing your watch parties with pastries from Le Petit Morceau. (Deadline)
Trending
There she is. Miss New York, Cassie Donegan, was crowned Miss America 2026 on Sunday, Sept. 7. Donegan earned more than $50,000 in scholarships and is the eighth Miss New York to win Miss America. In case you were wondering, Miss Virginia last won in 1979. (People)
Sports
Celebrate RVA Community Night with the Richmond Kickers as they take on Portland Hearts of Pine on Wednesday, Sept. 17, at City Stadium. The first 1,500 fans to arrive will receive a free Red Out T-shirt. Psst… TikTok sensation Deanna Giulietti will sing the National Anthem. Snag tix.*
Pets
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Bryan Park in Lakeside is a nature haven, and it doubles as a fan favorite for outdoor sports. | Photo by RICtoday
Summer isn’t over yet, and sweater weather is just around the corner. It’s an ideal time to refamiliarize yourself with Richmond parks, and maybe visit a new one.
Let’s see if you’ve heard of these hidden gems in Richmond’s park scene:
For a city escape
Larus Park, Stony Point
Escape to the forested trails of this tucked-away park, bound by Huguenot Road, Chippenham Parkway, and Stony Point Fashion Park.
Scuffletown Park, The Fan
The people who know, know; if you have yet to fall upon this alleyway park, you’re in for a treat.
For families
PARK365, Scott’s Addition
This inclusive playground features accessible equipment, including merry-go-rounds, swings, water features, and a treehouse.
Dorey Park, Varina
Maybe you’ve visited this Henrico hideaway already, but do you know the history?
For athletes
Great Shiplock Park, Shockoe Bottom
A paradise for bikers, this park connects to the Virginia Capital Trail.
Your go-to shoe for early fall: Birkenstock’s Buckley Suede Clog. These comfortable clogs are easy to slip off and on and are built on Birkenstock’s classic cork footbed for arch support and security.
Bonus: New HSN shoppers can use code WELCOME2025 for $15 off $35+ purchases.
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.
Guess how much this first-game ticket to The Diamond is listed for on eBay.
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“The Price is Right”... or is it? 48% of our readers got this one correct, just shy of the half mark. We’re going to give you another chance to reach majority, this time with a little help. A. $100 B. $250 C. $500 D. $750
My RVA chicken sandwich picks: Cobra Cabana + Liberty Public House. Cobra reps the Chicken Hen Shot First sandwich with buttermilk chicken, grilled challah, and either a Buffalo or Nashville hot flavor. Liberty’s menu packs another hot chicken choice + a new AC Smash sandwich — country-fried chicken smothered in Cajun pimento cheese and bacon jam.
Those win me over, but I’m open to persuasion. Think you can change my mind? Let’s see what you’ve got.
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