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Apr 01, 2024 Daisy Ptak's crocheted scarf smashes Guinness World Record
Daisy Ptak's crocheted scarf smashes Guinness World Record

Richmond's own Daisy Ptak secured her place in Guinness World Records Monday afternoon when the scarf she crocheted measured 982 feet long, beating the previous record by 142 feet. The official measuring took place in front of Richmond's Craneway Pavilion, with the help of many volunteers,

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Mar 30, 2024 Dollar Tree store coming to Richmond
Dollar Tree store coming to Richmond

Renovations have begun on what will become a new Dollar Tree store at the corner of San Pablo and Barrett Avenues, ending neighborhood speculation as to the future of the property, which has been vacant since 2017. The retail project, which sits directly behind the numerous single-family homes that line

by Linda Hemmila
Community   -   Mar 28, 2024 Richmond woman hopes to crochet her way to a Guinness World Record
Richmond woman hopes to crochet her way to a Guinness World Record

It's almost official: On April 1, Richmond's own Daisy Ptak, who crocheted a massive 870-foot scarf, hopes to become a Guinness World Record holder when her scarf is measured and the record is certified. Currently, the longest crochet scarf created by an individual is 834 ft

by Linda Hemmila
Mar 24, 2024 Neighborhood Maker's Faire enlivens San Pablo Avenue
Neighborhood Maker's Faire enlivens San Pablo Avenue

Under partly cloudy conditions, the Neighborhood Maker's Faire came to the North and East on Sunday, bringing a dazzling array of arts and culinary delights. Boasting 30 local artisans and hosted by the Factory Bar, the event at the corner of Clinton and San Pablo avenues filled the

by Linda Hemmila
Mar 20, 2024 City "still has concerns" as pickleball opening looms
City "still has concerns" as pickleball opening looms

City Attorney David Aleshire speaking at the city council meeting Tuesday, said the city still has concerns about a pickleball sports-themed bar that has been installed at Richmond’s Craneway Pavilion, which plans to open its doors on Saturday amid calls for protest. Aleshire confirms there have been modifications to

by Linda Hemmila
Community   -   Mar 14, 2024 Eight great events in Richmond this weekend: Maker's Faire, Opera on the Bay and more
Eight great events in Richmond this weekend: Maker's Faire, Opera on the Bay and more

• OPERA ON THE DOCK OF THE BAY At Rigger's Loft Wine Co. Saturday, March 16, 2024, 3:00 PM  6:00 PM An afternoon of wine, bites, music, and celebration to support Festival Opera! Tucked away on the shore of Point Richmond, Riggers Loft Wine Company offers stunning

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Mar 07, 2024 DA declines to file assault charges against Baltic Kiss owner
DA declines to file assault charges against Baltic Kiss owner

Updated: March 7, 2024, 8:50 p.m. In a revision of information received this afternoon, Grandview has heard from the District Attorney's office that the case has been returned to RPD for further investigation. Carracci is currently being held at the Martinez Detention Facility on a $100,

by Linda Hemmila
Entertainment   -   Mar 03, 2024 Masquers Playhouse presents a Chekhov classic remixed for modern times
Masquers Playhouse presents a Chekhov classic remixed for modern times

In this playful contemporary remix of Chekhov’s The Seagull, Aaron Posner stages the enduring battle between young and old, past and present, and the search for the true meaning of it all. Stupid F**king Bird invites you to ponder how art, love, and revolution fuel your own pursuit

by Linda Hemmila
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