Fun with Dad/Rashe Peoples Jr., 6, takes on the challenge of climbing on playground equipment with the knowledge his dad, Rashe Peoples, has his back. The father and son enjoyed time together last Saturday at Abner Clay Park in Jackson Ward.

Scaffolding engulfs the state-owned Old City Hall, the 1894 building that once was the center of Richmond's government in Downtown. The historic building at Broad and 10th streets is undergoing its first renovation since 1983. Old City Hall is regarded as a magnificent example of Gothic Revival architecture, but the history of its construction was mired in racial bigotry and municipal corruption, according to historical accounts.

Crepe myrtles in North Side

Sisterly soiree/Sisters Nylah Doswell from left, Nyaja Plummer and Nasya Doswell share a laugh and enjoy pizza during a Daughters of the King Soiree last Saturday in Byrd Park. The group meets monthly in various locations and is a ministry and mentorship program for young women sponsored by The Church of God in Richmond located in South Side.

Daughters of the King Soiree last Saturday in Byrd Park/The group meets monthly in various locations and is a ministry and mentorship program for young women sponsored by The Church of God in Richmond located in South Side.