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Belle Isle History Hike This Saturday
The James River Park is holding a Belle Isle History Hike this Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm.
Here is some information:
Join us for a family friendly hike to one of Richmond’s historic gems, Belle Isle. Learn about the geologic and human history of the area and the role Richmond played in the development of our nation. Please bring water, a snack and good shoes.
Ages: 8 and Up
Price: $5
Location: Tredegar Parking Lot
Street Closure June 9-12 For High School Graduations
From Richmond Police Department:
N. Laurel Street between W. Main Street & S. Cathedral Pl. will be CLOSED June 9th, 10th, 11th, & 12th. The hours of closure for each day will be from 1 PM to 6:30 PM. There will be No Parking permitted in this location during these dates & times. Altria Theater will be having High School Graduations on those days.
Bicycle Infrastructure Plan Meeting At Library On May 30
Open High’s Annual Arts Expo Approaches, On May 30
This annual event includes an exhibition of student artwork, projects, and performances. There will be a Silent Auction with baskets, gift cards, plants, handmade ceramics, and a Taco Bar. Please join parents, students, and teachers to celebrate our wonderful school community. All proceeds will benefit the Fine Arts Department.
Oregon Hill Neighborhood Association Meets Tuesday
OHNA (Oregon Hill Neighborhood Association) will be meeting this coming Tuesday (fourth Tuesday of the month) at St Andrew’s Church at 7PM.
On the agenda are updates from VCU (Virginia Commonwealth University, RPD (Richmond Police Department), VCU police, Councilperson Agelasto’s office, a presentation by St. Andrew’s School of it’s proposal for the William Byrd Community House and Idlewood property, a presentation by the Storefront for Design on neighborhood parks, a presentation on an Open High School and Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay grant, stop sign petitioning, an update on the Oregon Hill/Open High/Richmond Parks beehives (Please remember to plant bee friendly plants and please DO NOT use Roundup or any other glyphosate based products as it poses a threat to the bees and possibly to humans. L.A. County recently banned its use as are other localities), FiOS installation, crosswalk painting, New Market corporation’s plan to fill in part of the historic canal, and other important matters.
One America or a Divided Country?
How’s that for a provocative title?
It’s actually the name of an upcoming event at Historic Tredegar as part of The Foundry Series. From the American Civil War Museum’s event page:
Uncover how Frederick Law Olmsted’s epic 1850s journey through the American South compares to contemporary conversations about political and cultural divisiveness
today, as author Tony Horwitz discusses his new book, Spying on the South: Across the American Divide. Moderated by Danita Rountree Green, Coming to the Table – Richmond.Cost:
Free. Registration encouraged.Program Date:
Wednesday, May 29, 2019 – 6:30pm
To make a reservation, click here.
‘First Man’ Friday
Community Movie Night
Friday, May 24 at Dusk in Pleasants Park
Free Refreshments Served
195 Ramp Closed Tomorrow
NOTICE: VHDA Board Meeting
From the Virginia Housing Development Authority website:
A meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Virginia Housing Development Authority will be held at 1:00 p.m. on May 21, 2019, in the Board Room on the First Floor of its offices located at 601 South Belvidere Street, Richmond, Virginia. The Board may also meet during meals before or after the meeting on May 21, 2019. No time period has been scheduled during the meeting for public comment.