August 2011
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Missing a cat?
Do you recognize this cat?
I hope you all are OK after such a devastating storm. It was slightly exciting but if you still have no power I can imagine you are not a happy camper. This little fella has been camping out on my back porch for a few days and I think he is lost or ready to have a master, because he really wants to come in to the house. Since he is an orange version of my sweet cat...
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Have you seen this stolen bike?
My vintage Schwinn Collegiate was stolen on 8/24. It was locked to a telephone pole on Main St. at Davis. It is bright yellow with metal rear saddle baskets. Please contact me if you see it around!
http://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/2573174369.html
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VCUarts Cinematheque coming to Grace Street...
The Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts announced VCUarts Cinematheque, a new series of 10 world and independent art films to be screened at the Grace Street Theater.
Feature films will be projected in 35mm with VCUarts’ brand-new, state-of-the-art projecting system. The system includes a new theatrical screen, Dolby Stereo Surround Audio System and a German Kinoton FP 30D...
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City releases clean-up schedule for Irene debris
From a press release by Richmond DPU:
City officials released a prioritization plan for the continuation of
storm debris clean-up and road openings following Hurricane Irene. All work is expected
to be completed within 30-45 days.
Four levels of response for debris removal are outlined in the plan:
1. Large tree/limbs, Equipment, Saws
2. Tree, Large Limbs, Equipment Needed
7 days
3....
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Theft during Irene
A new 17” Macbook Pro was removed from an apartment on Monument Avenue on Saturday evening during the hurricane. Not only is this a very valuable laptop, but it has so many important documents on it, I don’t know how I’ll get by without it. If you have somehow found this laptop — or if you noticed that a roommate recently showed up with a mysterious new laptop —...
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Grace and Allen (2)
Mike Johnson sent in some more fantastic panoramic photos, this time of the wreckage at Grace and Allen.
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A tour of the Fan after Irene
Catherine Amos has posted a great set of photos from around the Fan today. CHPN posted photos from Church Hill, the Northside Flickr has a set of photos, and Byrd Park has some photos from around their hood.
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Aftermath (Allen and Grace)
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Come on, Irene
PHOTO VIA @andrewtlamar
I’m posting this as a catch-all open thread for any comments/info on the current weather. Please share if you see something like a fallen tree, or if the power is out, or streets flooding or whatever. Do ask any questions that you have.
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Mint coming to old Davis and Main spot
The 8/22 ABC License Application Review says that Amy Cabaniss, owner at Julep’s New Southern Cuisine, has applied for a Wine & Beer On Premises and Mixed Beverage Restaurant license for an establishment called Mint at 2501 West Main Street.
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Where to eat near VCU
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Selba's Grand Opening tonight, brunch on Sunday
Selba’s Grand Opening Celebration is tonight Thursday, August 25th from 5-11PM. Reservations are required. Piano Brunch starts this Sunday, August 28 from 11AM-3PM.
Selba
2416 West Cary Street
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Mike Johnson's awesome RVA panoramas
Mike Johnson sent in a link to his awesome collection of RVA panoramas, including this shot of last year’s Easter Parade.
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What's the lesson here?
3rd Precinct
THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE
8/19/11 – 8/20/11 9:00 p.m. – 4:50 a.m.
200 block of Strawberry Street
An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole an iPod charging cord left in plain view.
3rd Precinct
THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE
8/19/11 – 8/20/11 12:01 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
100 block of North Dooley Avenue
An unknown person(s) broke into the vehicle and stole an...
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Robbery at the Rite Aid
Two teenagers were quickly taken into custody this morning by Richmond police after a pair of Virginia Commonwealth University students were robbed at gunpoint […] at 3:30 a.m. at the Rite Aid drugstore at 520 W. Broad St.
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WJRB-AM 820
From a site recollecting the late 60s and early 70s at the original VCU radio station WJRB-AM 820:
WJRB-AM was a student run radio station and was supported by the Student Government Association and advertisers like the Copy Center, Lum’s, Dutch’s, the Village, the Biograph Theatre and Kelly’s. Most people may think of campus radio (also known as college radio, university...
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AKA Lee Art Theatre
The building originally opened in 1935 as the Lee Theatre, a neighborhood movie theater showing second-run films. It served for a brief period in the late 1950s/early 1960s as an art house theater. In 1965 it became known as the Lee Art Theatre and began presenting adult films along with burlesque style dancers. VCU purchased the property in 1993 and after extensive renovations the building...
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Beware of VCU move-in weekend
@cityrichmondva: Remember VCU is moving in this weekend. Please be patient with traffic in the area & help us welcome new students to #RVA!
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Foodspotting Richmond
Foodspotting is a site that “helps you decide what to eat, not just where, by enabling you to find whatever you’re craving, see what’s good at a particular restaurant and discover the best foods around you wherever you go.” See what Richmond has to offer and then share your own…
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Old fortifications and Davis monument
Late nineteenth century postcard showing Confederate veterans next to the remains of Battery No. 10 on Monument Avenue. This image is looking west, and is, to my knowledge, the only image showing one of the inner defense line forts. (Postmarked 1910, published by Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va.)
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Rainbow over Monument Avenue
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VCU issues alert about recent burglaries
Residential burglaries, occurring at various times, day and night, and in the vicinity of VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. There have been no injuries associated with the burglaries and the motives have all been property theft.
Subject: Crime Alert-Residential Burglaries
In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery
Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus crime Statistics...
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New life at old Mainstream spot?
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NEVER STOP
NEVER STOP
…dreaming
…achieving your goals
…loving
…laughing
…the pursuit of happiness
…bringing joy to others
…being adventurous
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Fan galleries considering Last Sunday art walk
While Broad Street galleries struggle to get the troubled the First Fridays Art Walks under control, nearly a dozen galleries in the Fan are banding together to promote art venues on West Main Street.
The formation of the group, Galleries on West Main, isn’t related in any way to First Friday’s recent woes, organizers say. They’re simply trying to promote the concentration of art spaces between...
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This is RVA: Freshmen Orientation →
thisisrva:
I stopped by my neighbors party last night. I had to work this morning; but of course they are raging because they still have over a week of no school, so why not get wasted every night? I can get down with that.
Then I meet my neighbors new 18 year old freshman roommate and quickly realized,…
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Fan District Association now on Facebook
A message from Betsy Coffield, FDA President:
I am very happy to announce the NEW Fan District Association Facebook page, now ready for its unveiling. Please check it out at “The Fan District Association” on your Facebook page and “friend” us. You will find lots of great articles, photos, and announcements about happenings in the Fan. Many thanks to Jim Klaus for...
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Have you seen this husky mix?
Husky mix named Doc was let out by negligent workers and was last seen near Monument and Staples Mill. He’s a very sweet, very smart dog. If you see him, call his name and try to snatch him for us if you can, but if nothing else, please let us know where you saw him. If you see him or find him please contact 804-647-8578 and ask for Van.
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Larri Branch Agenda tonight at Commercial Taphouse
Tonight at 11PM at Commercial Taphouse
Commercial Taphouse & Grill
111 N. Robinson St.
Richmond, VA
Come check out the band. Pick up the CD. Have a Drink
Sunday August 14
10pm
FREE!
Labragenda is:
Larri Branch on Piano
Brian Cruse on Bass
Chris Ryan on Guitar
C.J. Wolfe on Drums
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Cinnamon Band, Stolen Sheep, Clint Maul on Tuesday...
Listening Room this Tuesday 16 August @ 7:30PM at The Firehouse Theatre:
Featuring:
T H E · C I N N A M O N · B A N D
http://cinnamonband.com/
S T O L E N · S H E E P (TN)
http://stolensheep.bandcamp.com/
C L I N T · M A U L
http://clintmaul.bandcamp.com/
Sponsored by The Richmond Scene
Apropos Roasters
The Firehouse Theatre Project
Wythkyn Printing
and Richmond Camera
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4th Annual Jonny Z Festival is TODAY
It’s time for ART 180’s annual street festival! Join us and celebrate the creative spirit here in Richmond during this fun, funky, FREE, fund-raising, kid-friendly event.
We’ll be closing off a block in the Fan for a party where families can enjoy a variety of children’s activities including printmaking with Studio Two Three, a photo booth by LOL Richmond...
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Bombolini Pasta seeking ABC
Bombolini Pasta (in the former Ecologic spot) has applied for a Gourmet Shop ABC license.
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INFINITE SPACE: The Architecture of John Lautner
INFINITE SPACE: The Architecture of John Lautner Wednesday Aug.24 at Virginia Center for Architecture.
Infinite Space: The Architecture of John Lautner
Wednesday, Aug. 24
7-8:30 p.m.
Join the Virginia Center for Architecture, Modern Richmond Tours and
La Difference for our monthly screening and discussion of a documentary film on Modern architecture and design.
Infinite Space...
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Date night at Garnett's
Via RVA News: Date Night at Garnett’s -
Garnett’s Cafe, yes that delicious sandwich spot on the corner of Meadow and Park, is now offering a cheap date night. Available after 6pm, you can get two menu items and a bottle of wine for only $30! Cheap date night will only last until October 1st so move your caboose over there because you don’t want to miss out on that deal.
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How many local restaurants are violating the law?
From an email with a Special Agent with the Bureau of Law Enforcement Operations for Virginia ABC:
A licensee is permitted to advertise the privileges of their license [on their website]. They may say they offer wine, beer or distilled spirits. They cannot display pictures of any beverages, nor can they promote specific brands.
A licensee is permitted to list regular menu prices.
A...
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Ask RVA's new bicycle/pedestrian coordinator...
RVA News is collecting questions for Richmond’s new bicycle/pedestrian coordinator. What would you like to ask?
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Dumping season
Every year, on the first of August, when Virginia Commonwealth University students move out of their apartments and a new batch of students moves move in, the alleys of Richmond’s Fan District become a prime dumping ground.
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French building on Floyd facing foreclosure
Virginia Commonwealth Bank is foreclosing on 2601 Floyd Ave., an historic building in the Fan for which French received a $439,000 tax credit in 2008.
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Burnt
“This is the aftermath of burning furniture in the 1600 block alley between Main and Floyd over the weekend.” [VIA]
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"Significant amounts of bulk trash being left in...
A message from FDA President Betsy Coffield:
Dear Fan Residents;
As the VCU student migration, move out/in takes place for the coming school year, the Fan district has seen some significant amounts of bulk trash being left in our alleyways and on sidewalks. I spoke with James Jackson yesterday, our new head of the Department of Public Works, and he is working with us to try and control the...
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National Night Out tonight at Meadow Park
Please join your neighbors and friends tonight in Meadow Park for our annual National Night Out Party. National Night Out is being celebrated throughout the Richmond area as well as the United States in order to bring awareness to crime prevention and strengthen police and community relationships.
Police, fire and local Officals will all be attending, so turn on your porch lights and head over...
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917 West Grace (1975)
[VIEW LARGER] From a 1975 issue of VCU’s Commonwealth Times. Now home to Ipanema Cafe, Presidential Cuts, New Millennium Recording Studios and Absolute Art.
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