May Briefs 2022
Fran Withrow took 1st place for her book reviews in this year's VPA awards.
NotJ Wins 1st Place And 3rd Place VPA Awards
North of the James magazine won two awards from the Virginia Press Association.
Fran Withrow, our book reviewer, took first place in the columns category. Rebecca D’Angelo, Dale Vanderheyden and Charles McGuigan received third place in the combination photo and story category.
North of the James wishes to congratulate all journalists, photographers and designers across the Commonwealth who were also recognized for their work by our press association.
Chaplain Steve Flowers blesses a dog at Hermitage Richmond.
Hermitage Richmond’s 2nd Annual Blessing of the Pets
On April 23 more than sixty pets—dog and cats alike—received a blessing on the front lawn of Hermitage Richmond in Ginter Park. The Northside retirement community’s chaplain, Steve Flowers, performed the blessings. The event raised $369 for the Richmond SPCA. “We look forward to blessing even more pets next year,” says a Hermitage Richmond spokesperson.
Legacy Cycling Team Film Premiere at the Byrd
Member of RCC's Legacy Cycling Team.
Richmond Cycling Corps (RCC) is hosting the world premiere of a short film about the Legacy Cycling Team at the Byrd Theatre on May 16 at 7 pm. Proceeds will benefit RCC, a non-profit that educates and empowers youth living in Richmond’s East End. Along with the screening there will be food, drink, raffle items, and a silent auction.
The film was shot in 2021 and features the local team practicing in Richmond and racing in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Shimano, a bike component manufacturer, sponsored the film which was shot by Anthill Films. Shimano also donated ten bikes, helmets, new shoes and other equipment to RCC.
Tickets, which are $20, can be purchased at rccxshimano.eventbrite.com