Personality: Mimi Sadler
Spotlight on the president of the board of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond
Richmond Folk Festival adds 10 new artists for 2025 lineup
The Richmond Folk Festival has added 10 more artists to its lineup for this year’s event, set for Oct. 10-12 along downtown Richmond’s riverfront.
‘A Strange Loop’ leads Richmond Artsies nominations; multiple shows earn nods
Richmond Triangle Players’ production of “A Strange Loop” led this year’s Richmond Theatre Community Circle Artsies nominations with multiple nods across musical, direction, performance and design categories.
Southern Soul Celebration returns to Woodford Aug. 23
Dream Entertainment will host its 19th annual Southern Soul Celebration on Saturday, Aug. 23 at Mr. B’s Park in Woodford.
Celebrating family, culture
The 34th annual Down Home Family Reunion filled the day with music, dance and storytelling as performers and community members came together to celebrate heritage and culture.
Personality: Sheba Williams
Spotlight on the founder of Nolef Turns Inc.
Richmond Ballet to open season with Frida Kahlo-inspired premiere
Richmond Ballet will launch its 2025-26 season next month with “Piensa en Mí” (“Think of Me”), a new work by artistic director Ma Cong inspired by the life and art of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.
Annual back-to-school event returning with free supplies
Radio One Richmond’s stations will host their annual Prep for Success Back to School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 16, offering free school supplies, haircuts and family resources to help students prepare for the 2025-26 academic year.
Personality: Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith’s career experience guiding organizational growth informs his work on the board of NextUp RVA, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to out-of-school time programs. He also serves as the organization’s finance chair, helping to safeguard its financial health.
Musical about Virginia slave rebellion getting preview at Highland
Three Richmond artists will showcase their new musical about a Virginia slave rebellion at a behind-the-scenes preview event next week.
Thousands pack Dorey Park for National Night Out
Thousands gathered at Dorey Park on Tuesday, Aug. 5, for the 42nd Annual National Night Out, organized by Hope Givers USA and Speaking Spirit Ministries.
34th Down Home Family Reunion celebrates folk life
The 34th Down Home Family Reunion will bring a full day of music, dance, storytelling, food, shopping and cultural enrichment to downtown Richmond on Saturday, Aug. 16.
Personality: Lexi Cleveland
Growing up in Richmond felt magical for Lexi Cleveland, surrounded by a tight-knit extended family and the city’s deep historical roots. She remembers a childhood shaped by the presence of her great-grandmother and all of her grandparents, who shared stories …
Custom motorcycle and Vespa exhibits roll into Branch Museum
Two new exhibitions at the Branch Museum of Design in Richmond showcase striking contrasts in motorcycle design — from gritty, one-of-a-kind builds to sleek, stylish scooters.
804 Day festival highlights local music, culture
Richmond’s 804 Day returns to Shockoe Bottom on Saturday, Aug. 2, bringing a free outdoor music and community festival to the 17th Street Market.
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