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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

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

Rent Board members push to restore Richmond's housing rights mural
News   -   Apr 21, 2024 Rent Board members push to restore Richmond's housing rights mural

The Richmond Rent Board briefly considered forming an ad hoc committee to address the deterioration condition of the “Know-Your-Rights” mural on 23rd Street and Ohio Avenue before a staff attorney advised it was outside the board’s scope. The mural, created in 2017, celebrates community action for equitable housing, and

by Soren Hemmila
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News   -   Apr 21, 2024 Rent Board members push to restore Richmond's housing rights mural
Rent Board members push to restore Richmond's housing rights mural

The Richmond Rent Board briefly considered forming an ad hoc committee to address the deterioration condition of the “Know-Your-Rights” mural on 23rd Street and Ohio Avenue before a staff attorney advised it was outside the board’s scope. The mural, created in 2017, celebrates community action for equitable housing, and

by Soren 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
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
Community   -   Dec 21, 2023 The unusual sight of snow in Richmond delights crowd
The unusual sight of snow in Richmond delights crowd

Snow came to Richmond on Thursday, much to the delight of young and old alike, as the city hosted its 2nd annual snow day under a bright blue sky in Nicholl Park. The City of Richmond and the Recreation Department partnered with All Seasons Ice Company to provide about 20

by Linda Hemmila
Community   -   Nov 22, 2023 Point Richmond Gallery to hold a closing reception for its Gradone exhibit
Point Richmond Gallery to hold a closing reception for its Gradone exhibit

Point Richmond Gallery is hosting a closing reception for the exhibit "Slow Frequency," the work of Bay Area artist Rick Gradone, offering a last-chance opportunity to meet the artist and experience his art. The gallery invites you to join them in celebrating Rick Gradone’s Paintings and Objects

by Linda Hemmila
Community   -   Nov 04, 2023 Open studio: Richmond artists display works
Open studio: Richmond artists display works

Local artists opened their studios in Richmond to the public this weekend for the first time in many years, providing a rare opportunity for a look at their work and the space they create it in. The Open Studio event was organized by the Visual Artists of Richmond, an all-volunteer

by Linda Hemmila
Community   -   Oct 14, 2023 Photo Wrap-up: Saturday eclipse, Fire station open house, and Spirt & Soul Car show
Photo Wrap-up: Saturday eclipse, Fire station open house, and Spirt & Soul Car show

Weekends in Richmond can be busy, and this one is no exception. Saturday offered many events starting off early with the Ring of Fire eclipse watch party hosted by the Main Library. Fog and low clouds did their best to eliminate any chance of viewing the eclipes, but the people

by Linda Hemmila
Community   -   Oct 06, 2023 8 Things to do this weekend: Red Oak Pancake breakfast, Blue Angels, art and music galore
8 Things to do this weekend: Red Oak Pancake breakfast, Blue Angels, art and music galore

■ 24th Street Block Party! Friday, OCTOBER 6, 5:30 PM - 8 PM 24TH STREET BETWEEN LINCOLN & ESMOND, JOIN US TO MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS & DISCUSS COMMUNITY CONCERNS. There will be snacks, games, and a raffle. The street will be blocked off, with access to parking for residents only.

by Linda Hemmila
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