“Reindog” Puppy Play Date in Pleasants Park This Saturday
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Toys For Tots On Saturday
Pine Street neighbor Stephenie Harrington is hosting the 16th Annual Toys for Tots Party,
Saturday, Dec 4th, at Basic City Beer Co.
It’s from 1:00pm-4:30pm (stop by anytime) and it is kid and dog-friendly.
Toys for Tots collects new, unwrapped toys, sporting goods, books, games, art supplies for Richmond Fire Department distribution.
She is also collecting items for Richmond Animal Care & Control like leashes, new cat toys, gently used blankets and sheets.
“Blue Santa” and “Motorcycle Santa” will be making appearances.
The Angel of Hope ceremony on December 6
The Angel of Hope ceremony in Hollywood Cemetery honors the many children who have passed away.
The ceremony will take place on Monday, December 6th at 6:00 p.m. at the Angel of Hope statues in the Idlewood section.
Please click here or more information.
St. Andrew’s School Vaccine Clinic
Thanksgiving Dinner Plans?
Announcement from 821 Cafe:
Since we have had a few people ask…We’re not gonna be doing our vegan Thanksgiving meals like last year, but will be offering them for Christmas again.
Question: What are some good, local Thanksgiving restaurant and/or take out options for Thanksgiving dinner this year?
Friends of the Richmond Public Library Book Sale This Weekend
From announcement:
Friends Fall Book Sale is November 5th and 6th.
Not a member? You can join us at the door.
First come first serve appointments at 1-hour increments. If you want more than 1-hour sign up for two 1-hour increments.
Masks required.
Halloween Parade
Streets Closed, No Parking Areas on Saturday for Political Event
From Richmond Police Department:
Several roads will be closed and No Parking areas will be in place for a political event on Saturday as former President Barack Obama and others visit Virginia Commonwealth University’s Monroe Park campus.
A ticketed rally at the Compass area of the campus will take place between noon and 3 p.m., Saturday, October 23.
The following streets will have No Parking from 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturday:
• 1000 block of Grove Avenue between North Harrison and North Linden streets;
• 900 block of Park Avenue between North Harrison and North Linden streets;
• 00 block of North Harrison Street between Park Avenue and West Main Street;
• 00 block of South Harrison Street between West Main and West Cary streets;
• 800 and 900 blocks of West Franklin Street between North Harrison and North
Laurel streets, and;
• Cathedral, North Cathedral and South Cathedral Place.The following streets will be closed to public traffic from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday:
• 900 block of Park Avenue
• 1000 block of Grove Avenue
• Cathedral, North Cathedral and South Cathedral Place
• 100 block of North Linden StreetIn the planning and coordination of major events taking place in and around the university, the Richmond Police Department continues to coordinate with VCU Police and university leadership to assist in the safety of community members.
Information is subject to change. Please follow RPD on Twitter at @RichmondPolice.
‘Hocus Pocus’ This Saturday
Coming Down To The Wire…
…If you want to enter the contest for Best Decorated House at the first annual Oregon Hill Fall Festival, coming Saturday, October 23rd. In order to be eligible, please enter by 10/15 via email to ohnarva@gmail.com with the subject line “Haunted House Entry.” Please include your address (Must live in Oregon Hill to enter).
Laurel Street is getting pretty scary-looking…
