Hello Saturday.
June 03 2023
Public engagement is now open for the Draft Shockoe Small Area Plan, a development plan for the Shockoe Bottom area. It was created under the guidance of The City of Richmond’s Shockoe Alliance, a group of stakeholders charged with providing recommendations for the future of the neighborhood. The plan aims to guide the growth of Shockoe for the next 16 years — until 2037.
Rendering of a proposed park under I-95, included in the Shockoe Small Area Plan | Photo provided
One of the oldest neighborhoods in Richmond, the Shockoe area includes many significant historical sites, including the Richmond African Burial Ground and the Lumpkin’s Jail Site. The plan is organized around 6 topics — similar to the 5 topics of the Richmond 300 plan, which was adopted by the City Council in Dec. 2020 — but with the addition of the topic of History and Culture because of its fundamental importance to the neighborhood.
The 5 other topics are:
- High-Quality Places
- Equitable Transportation
- Diverse Economy
- Inclusive Housing
- Thriving Environment
Rendering of a proposed museum at the Lumpkin’s Jail Site, included in the Shockoe Small Area Plan | Photo provided
The plan states its vision for a neighborhood with a cohesive design + support for pedestrians and cyclists. It also includes illustrated proposals for new architectural and open space elements including a museum, a minority business makerspace, and a stormwater sculpture garden and retention area.
Richmonders can read and comment on the draft plan through Aug. 27. The city will also host several events for community members to provide input in-person and online. Shockoe Alliance members will be available to discuss the plan at two “Let’s Talk Shockoe” events — the first is tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. at Station 2 (2016 E. Main St.).
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Drink
- Virginia is for Vendors: PopUp Market | Tues., July 27 | 2-9 p.m. | Hardywood Westcreek, 820 Sanctuary Trail Dr. | Free | TryThis: The Great Return IPA + beef brisket from BK’s Loaded Kitchen food truck. 🍺
WaterCooler
- Richmond Flying Squirrels vs. Bowie Baysox | Tues., July 27 | 6:35 p.m. | The Diamond | $6+ | Join the Squirrels for sports appreciation night — the first 1000 fans (age 15+) will receive a bobblehead of mixed nut racer John Walnut. ⚾️
Learn
- From the Archives: The Korean War | Tues., July 27 | 2 p.m. | Virtual | Free, registration required | Archivist Heidi Sheldon examines the “Forgotten War” through the Virginia War Memorial archives.
Outdoors
- Community Yoga at Maymont | Tues., July 27 | 6 p.m. | Maymont Children’s Farm | Pay what you can | Bring your own mat for family-friendly yoga. 🧘
Weather
- 92º | Partly cloudy | 24% chance of rain
Civic
- The city is designing 6 improved bike lane corridors and is seeking public input on the draft plans. Safety improvements under consideration would affect Brookland Pkwy., Colorado Ave., Grove Ave., Marshall St., Walmsley Blvd., and Warwick Rd. 🚲
- GRTC will update coronavirus-related passenger policies on Aug. 8, including lifting door and seat restrictions. Masks will still be required for all passengers until Sept. 13. 🚌 (NBC12)
Arts
- Tickets are now available for the first half of the Center Season shows at the Cultural Arts Center. The season premieres in September. with The Taters, an eclectic music group that has been singing together for 3 decades. 🎶
Number
- $250 million. The amount of federal emergency aid Governor Ralph Northam is proposing state and local governments allocate to help schools upgrade old ventilation systems and improve air quality. The commonwealth received $4.3 billion in total under the American Rescue Plan Act. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Drink
- The Jasper and Saison are among the best cocktail bars in the south, according to Garden & Gun magazine's Ultimate Guide to Southern Cocktails. The list highlights The Jasper's flair and familiarity + Saison's vintage creativity.
WaterCooler
- The Flying Squirrels begin a 12 game homestand today against the Bowie Baysox. Games this Thursday and Saturday will feature a fireworks display. ⚾️
- The Golf Coaches Association of America named the UR men’s golf team Academic National Champions. The Spiders had the highest GPA of any team in men’s college golf in the 2020-2021 school year. 🕷
TryThis
- Calling all artists and foodies: Gallery5 is accepting submissions for their monthly virtual exhibit. Food-related art in the form of pictures, inspirations, storytelling, and recipes are due by Aug. 3. All mediums are welcome. 🧑🎨
Richmonder
- Sawyer Williams, a 13-year-old from Goochland, has a major role in the film “Tapawingo,” currently being shot in Central VA. The movie began filming in Hopewell in June and shot scenes last Friday in Scott’s Addition. 🎥 (CBS6)
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