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March 2019
For 25 years, the French Film Festival has earned acclaim, in the U.S. and in France, for introducing more than 450 French and francophone films to American audiences. Since 2003, it has been recognized formally by former French Ambassador to the U.S., His Excellency Jean-David Levitte, as the most important French film festival in the country. This festival, founded and organized by Drs. Peter and Françoise Kirkpatrick, professors of French literature, culture and film studies at Virginia Commonwealth University and University of Richmond respectively, has distinguished itself over the years with numerous North American première screenings and several world premières. Each [...]
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Creative culinary experiences at an affordable price for a great cause. Our Story: For two weeks of every year, Richmond Restaurant Week offers diners the opportunity to experience a three-course meal at the city’s best, locally owned restaurants for less than $30. Come out and experience your favorite spot in a new way, or explore a place you’ve never been. With dozens of Richmond’s best locally-owned restaurants participating, you’ll want to make more than one reservation. Contribute to the local economy and help eliminate hunger just by enjoying a great meal. Image Credit: rrweek.com
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Weekly outdoor concert series along the James River in beautiful Downtown Richmond, VA. The only summer concert series held along the James River, Cheers draws 3,000-6,000 people per week to Richmond’s picturesque Brown’s Island, a park-like setting situated between the Canal Walk and the scenic James River in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Friday Cheers takes place every Friday in May and June. Friday Cheers has hosted groups such as the Zac Brown Band, Alabama Shakes, Carolina Chocolate Drops, The Head & the Heart and hundreds of others great bands. This family-friendly event has been named Style Weekly’s “Best Concert Series” in Richmond [...]
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Raise a glass to celebrate Beer & Wine Classic at Maymont, hosted by the Dooley Noted Society! Enjoy live music by Love Canon, food trucks and more while sampling some of Virginia’s finest beverages from dozens of local breweries, cideries and wineries. Cheers! Participants must be 21 years old or older. Maymont members receive a discount. Parking available at the Historic Estate Entrance. Image Credit: maymont.org
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Local summer concert series that brings in big names like: Lady Antebellum, Earth, Wind, & Fire, Brett Eldredge, John Butler Trio, The Charlies Daniels Band, Justin Moore, Montell Jordan, Gary Allan, Sisqo, Brett Young, Little Big Town, STS9, Avett Brothers, Dispatch, Phillip Phillips, ZZ Top, Travis Tritt, Nelly, X Ambassadors, Ludacris, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Dark Star Orchestra, Slightly Stoopid, Trace Adkins, Gov't Mule, Willie Nelson, Blues Traveler, Third Eye Blind, Ziggy Marley, SOJA, Boyz II Men, O.A.R., The Beach Boys, 311, Corey Smith, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, The Wailers, Rusted Root, Foreigner, and more!
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Come out and enjoy this free family friendly festival and try some authentic Lebanese cuisine. Image Credit: @lebanesefoodfest
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Come join the Higher Achievement Young Professionals Board for the 4th annual Field Day RVA! Field Day RVA is a community fundraising event for Higher Achievement, a nonprofit organization partnered with Richmond Public Schools to provide academic enrichment in order to close the achievement gap during the pivotal middle school years. Get back to your youth and compete in teams of 5-8 people in field day events just like when you were in middle school! The competition will include a water balloon toss, relay races, capture the flag, corn hole, and, of course, tug of war. There will be prizes, music, [...]
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has announced its line-up for the new season of Flowers After 5, a casual concert series on Thursday nights starting in June and running through September. Image Credit: lewisginter.org
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A week of yummy burgers from amazing restaurants all over town. Image Credit: rvaburgerweek.com
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A local summer concert series at one of Richmond's most beautiful parks. Check out their website to see this years line up and dates!
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