The Palmer Raids

Jack R. Johnson 09.2025

Shade, Glorious Shade

Fran Withrow 09.2025

 

Arthur’s Electric: Over 100 Years Old

In an era when some independently owned businesses closed up shop because the proprietors lacked the stamina or the know-how, or were crushed by a sluggish economy, or smothered by corporate thugs, it is rare to encounter one that has survived and thrived for more than a century, and is still owned and operated by the same family that started it all.

By Charles McGuigan 08.2025

 
 

Happening now in the community:

 

Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
Coming This Fall to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

This fall, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) welcomes the exciting exhibition Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, an exploration of the profound and prolific contributions of Black artists to the field of contemporary art. Giants will be on view at VMFA in
Richmond from November 22, 2025, through March 1, 2026.

Second Annual Wild at Heart: A Party for the Animals Hosted by the William A. Harrison Jr. Foundation

09.2025

“Wild at Heart: A Party for the Animals” returns at 7 pm on October 10 at Maymont. It’s all about the animals and the people who love them. This fun-filled night is sponsored by the William A. Harrison Jr. Foundation which has awarded more than $250,000 to local animal nonprofits.

“Last year’s party was sold out, and brisk ticket sales indicate the same results this time,” says Laura Cotterman, the Foundation’s board chair.

 
 

58th Annual Gallery at First UU October 22 Through October 26

09.2025

From October 22 through October 26 you can get a head start on your holiday shopping at the Gallery at First UU, an annual fine art and craft show held for more than half a century at First Unitarian Universalist Church at 1000 Blanton Avenue, not far from The Carillon.

Laura Ann Singh's Fracas Quintet Vinyl LP “Mean Reds” Coming Soon

09.2025

Laura Ann Singh, Richmond’s dynamic vocalist, has an LP coming out on October 24 with an official album release show on October 30 at Révéler. The vinyl album, “Mean Reds”, features Laura’s band, Fracas Quintet with Scott Clark on drums, John Lilley on sax, Bob Miller on trumpet, and Adam Hopkins on Bass. These are original compositions by Laura Ann, and Scott co-wrote a few of the songs with Laura Ann.

Check out this link to listen to “Before You’re Gone”:https://lauraannsingh.bandcamp.com/album/mean-reds

 

Faith and Resilience: The Legacy of Black Catholics in Virginia

08.2025

This special exhibition—on view until November 29 — celebrates the deep-rooted faith and enduring strength of Black Catholics throughout Virginia’s history through personal stories, historical artifacts, and community reflections.

“Faith & Resilience” is presented by the Office for Black Catholics of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and explores the unwavering resilience of Black Catholics in shaping their parishes and schools, highlighting how faith served as both a refuge and a force for empowerment, celebrating all those who helped nourish and sustain the faith of Black Catholics.

 

Diwali Music & Arts Festival At Virginia Museum of History & Culture

09.2025

On October 18, from 11 am till 4 pm The Virginia Museum of History & Culture will come alive with color, rhythm, and tradition as it hosts the Diwali Music & Arts Festival. A daytime gathering will feature live music, artisan showcases, classical and folk dances, a puppet show, a fashion show exhibiting Drapes of India, and many immersive programs, including food, drinks and more.

Pink Chair Open Canceled: Consider Bowling For Chairs

09.2025

Due to a lack of participation the Pink Chair Project RVA has canceled this year’s Pink Chair Open, a golf tournament that had been slated for tomorrow.

“Unfortunately, we did not reach the required number of participants this year to make the tournament possible,” the Pink Chair RVA Team wrote. “While we are disappointed, we are committed to building on the momentum and excitement we’ve seen and will work toward hosting the event in 2026.”

 

Monthly Music Lineup At Northside Grille 

Here’s a monthly list of bands and events hosted by Northside’s premier music venue—Northside Grille.

August 22, Karaoke with Mackenzie Roark; August 23, Aaron and the Beaux Ties vs The Red Hot Lava Men; August 24, Dial Back Sound recording artist, Tyler Hollingsworth, with Andy Cobb; August 27,  Ionna-solo performance; August 28, Karen Jonas Trio; August 28, Karen Jonas Duo; August 29, The Last Respects with DJs Lord Thomas and Brent Hosier; August 30, The Beex; August 31, Susan Greenbaum; September 1, Labor Day Picnic with The Acousticats; September 3 RVA Song Swap; August 5-7, NXNW, featuring Mackenzie Roark, Horsehead Duo, Prabir Trio, Ant The Symbol, Leslie and The Dots, Rumble Trio, and many others; September 10, J Candeed; September 11, Jonathan Meadows; September 12, Mike Lucas; September 14, Janet Martin; and September 17, Jennifer Alvarado. 

Northside Grille

1217 Bellevue Avenue

Richmond VA 23227

 

Bier-Garden At Maymont

08.2025

Toast the fall with friends and family at Bier-Garden on the Carriage House Lawn at Maymont! This two-day German-style festival (September 20 and 21) is the perfect way to join in the world’s largest folk festival without traveling to Munich!

Confluence: Latest Exhibition At the Branch Museum of Design

08.2025

Confluence, recent works by Kenny Nguyen, a Vietnamese-American artist, will be on display from September 10 through December 10 at The Branch Museum of Design.

Kenny grew up on a coconut farm in a rural area near the Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam. He worked as a fashion designer in his native country, and then in 2010 moved to the United States to join his family here. He gradually moved from fashion design to fine arts, earning a BFA in painting from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

 

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The Palmer Raids

By Jack R Johnson

Robin Cage: Kissed by Fire

By Charles McGuigan

Weapons

By Chris Stewart

Shade, Glorious Shade

By Fran Withrow

Ode on a Grecian Urn 

By Daniel Payne