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RVA Walk of Fame has a new star
Penny Lane Pub is a longstanding “third space” in downtown Richmond. | Image via Google Street View
“At the core of Penny Lane is Terry O’Neill — a man whose passion for soccer, music, and community helped shape one of Richmond’s most beloved gathering spots.”
That’s what studio Dead Set FC said about the shining star of “Big Scouse,” a new documentary spotlighting one of Richmond’s living legends: the owner of Penny Lane Pub on East Franklin Street.
Not only will the film look into the life of pub owner O’Neill — we hope it touches on his run-in with John Lennon as a former Liverpudlian club bouncer — but it will also explore the loyal “third space” he’s created for soccer lovers in Richmond.
Attend the premiere
Penny Lane will host a screening of the film on Sunday morning, Feb. 8, at 10:30 a.m. Why in the morning? The Liverpool vs. Manchester City match will take over the big screens at 11:30 a.m., obviously.
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It was nice while it lasted, right? As of yesterday, Feb. 3, StormTracker8 anticipated the possibility of more snow today, with freezing temperatures expected to persist until tomorrow morning. Catch up with the latest weather updates. (WRIC)
Ranked
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Number
400. That’s how many new apartments are planned for Manchester in a three-building residential project. Two five-story buildings are planned for the 1400 and 1500 blocks of Hull Street, along with a seven-story complex on East Third Street at the former Plant Zero site. Construction could begin as early as this month. (BizSense)
Feel Good
You know we love keeping up with our local free food havens. Yesterday morning, RVA Community Fridges posted sign-ups for daily shoppers — volunteers reimbursed for dropping off grocery hauls. The feel-good part? All spots were filled within hours. Learn more about the gig so you can sign up next time.
Announced
Where are our Midwest emo fans? Come July, you could probably bet on finding them at The National to see Illinois-based band American Football on their world tour. It only makes sense to hear “The Summer Ends” in the middle of summer.Reserve tickets this Friday, Feb. 6, at 10 a.m. (Pitchfork)
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Health
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Local restaurant Lillie Peal has moved into a new space at Maggie Walker Memorial Plaza, just a few blocks from its former East Grace Street spot. Chef Michael Lindsey says the Southern-inspired eatery is ready to reopen its doors today, Feb. 4, starting at 11 a.m. Check out the menu.
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