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A bucket list activity for every traveler in Virginia’s Blue Ridge
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Got old stuff? Mark your calendar for this antiques evaluation event
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia and the Bon Air Historical Society are holding an antiques evaluation event on Saturday, Oct. 12
October 10, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Runners take off at the starting line of the Richmond Marathon.
Sports
Richmond Marathon announces full docket of race weekend events
Plans for “America’s Friendliest Marathon” include live podcast tapings and group shakeout runs.
October 9, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Tree-t yourself at these 40+ events for Richmond Tree Week
The citywide celebration of all things urban forestry returns Oct. 11-20.
October 8, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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200 years later, Major General Marquis de Lafayette returns to Virginia
Here’s where you can meet the American Revolution figure at reenactment events and lectures around Richmond
October 2, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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With its apple orchards, pumpkin patches, charming downtown, and upscale camping sites, Asheboro, NC is a hidden gem.
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Travel and Outdoors
Feed Richmond birds
Putting out a tube feeder is just the beginning — we’ll get you started in the wide world of birdfeeding.
September 27, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
Free ways to exercise around Richmond
You don’t need to pay a membership fee to stay active around the River City
September 17, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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City
Tell GRTC what you think of the North-South Pulse route
Get involved with the first round of engagement for the new bus rapid transit line.
September 16, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Runners take off at the starting line of the Richmond Marathon.
Travel and Outdoors
Run or walk your way to a PR at a race near Richmond
Get out on the roads and enjoy the fall weather at these races around the Richmond Region
September 9, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Baltik’s Bagel to celebrate birthday with Free Bagel Day
Stop by Baltik’s on Tuesday, Oct. 14 for a free bagel, and congratulate the team on one milestone-marking year of business.
October 7, 2025
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Elise Steele
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RVA’s missing “Lowe’s cat” Francine found safe; Francine Fest to follow
Weeks after wandering onto a North-Carolina-bound distribution truck, Richmond’s beloved “Lowe’s cat” Francine returns home, and a celebration is underway.
October 6, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Neighborhood cat tour returns to Richmond in November
A locally organized tour will spotlight the Museum District’s cherished residential cats.
October 2, 2025
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Elise Steele
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A guide to Richmond’s pizza scene
Here’s where to grab a slice at 25+ pizza restaurants around the River City
October 1, 2025
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Richmond leaf collection program starts soon
Curbside leaf pickups begin October 6.
September 30, 2025
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David Lefkowitz
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Culture
Volunteers add mosaic art to neighborhood skate ramps
Maymont Community Garden hosted a volunteer-based Mosaic Day to help beautify the backsides of ramps at Texas Beach Skate Park.
September 25, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate National Public Lands Day in Virginia
Lend a hand outdoors at these regional volunteer events.
September 23, 2025
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A boardwalk trail with black railings, presented as part of Fall Line Trail's northern section in Hanover County.
Travel and Outdoors
Fall Line Trail reaches new construction milestone
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will commemorate the first major section of the Fall Line Trail to open.
September 23, 2025
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Elise Steele
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RVA fall activity guide
There’s a whole lot to love about spending the fall season in Richmond, from pumpkin + apple picking to scare-worthy haunts + classic movie screenings.
September 22, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Events
Know before you go: State Fair of Virginia
Dust off your cowboy boots and work up an appetite — the state fair returns Sept. 26-Oct. 5.
September 18, 2025
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Elise Steele