Christmas concert to bring harmony and hope to shelter animals
A new holiday album from Shockee Records is hitting all the right notes – and helping local animals in the process.
Personality: Laura Schewel
Climate change poses a fundamental threat to human health, affecting the physical environment and threatening global economic stability, according to the World Health Organization. Laura Schewel is looking for ways to reduce carbon emissions, leading her to green transportation advocacy …
Armstrong Walker Football Classic Legacy Weekend returns
The 4th Annual Armstrong Walker Football Classic Legacy Project Weekend celebrates the historic rivalry between Armstrong and Maggie L. Walker high schools with events from Nov. 29 through 30. The weekend honors the football game that drew as many as …
Agecroft Hall to host Yuletides open house
Agecroft Hall and Gardens will host its annual Yuletides open house Sunday, Dec. 8, from noon to 5 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature historic re-enactors showcasing holiday traditions from 17th century England, 19th century London, and 20th century …
ICA panel explores Black identity and design through 'Dear Mazie' exhibit
The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University explored the intersection of Black identity and architectural design on Nov. 15 in a panel discussion about its "Dear Mazie" exhibition, honoring Amaza Lee Meredith, the first known Black woman architect …
Personality: Tiara Green
Generational poverty can impact families and communities beyond the apparent financial struggle — there are psychological, educational, health and environmental effects. Black communities suffer from generational poverty at alarmingly high rates.
Justice reform advocate hosts screening of ‘Kemba’ at VUU
Kemba Smith Pradia’s journey from a college student to a symbol of clemency and justice reform began when she was just 19 at Hampton University.
Valentine Museum exhibition wins 4 top design awards
The Valentine museum and Studio Joseph have won four prestigious design awards for their exhibition “Sculpting History at the Valentine Studio: Art, Power and the ‘Lost Cause’ American Myth,” which opened in January.
‘Flowism’ spotlights new talent in fashion, art
Despite the cancellation of Richmond Fashion Week’s (RVAFW) fall fashion season, the fashion and arts scene remains vibrant as emerging artists and photographers showcased their work at the “Flowism” art gallery at Deco at CNB on Nov. 16.
Craft + Design show marks 60 years of celebrating contemporary craft
Craft + Design, a premier contemporary craft show, is set to celebrate its 60th anniversary this weekend at Richmond’s historic Main Street Station. The event, which runs Nov. 22-24, will feature the work of more than 160 artists from across …
VCU alum and restaurateur Chris Tsui named commencement speaker
Chris Tsui, founder and president of Eat Restaurant Partners, will be the keynote speaker at Virginia Commonwealth University’s December commencement.
Capital City Kwanzaa Festival returns to Richmond
The 2024 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival, a celebration of African American culture and the seven principles of Kwanzaa, will be held at Exhibit Hall B of the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 5th and Marshall streets.
“Kemba” screening at VUU highlights clemency journey and justice reform
Kemba Smith Pradia’s journey from a college student to a symbol of clemency and justice reform began when she was just 19 at Hampton University.
Urban Academy debuts new collection at fashion show
Local preppy streetwear brand Urban Academy unveiled its fall collection Monday night during the “Varsity Club Fashion Show” at Brickwood Barbeque.
Morningside author examines 1979 Greensboro tragedy in library talk
Author Aran Shetterly and the Library of Virginia recently hosted a discussion on his book "Morningside," about the 1979 Greensboro massacre.
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