Back in 1953, the Hollywood Cemetery Board created an official list of 49 “notables” within the grounds who have “significantly influenced the course of history due to their actions or opinions.”

Some of those mentioned include:

Virginia Randolph Ellett ― The first headmistress for what is now the St. Catherine’s School, which has been educating young women since 1890.

Isabel Matthes ― An early executive director with the Richmond Girl Scout Council, she died at 27-years-old in 1925. Scouts still bring flowers to her grave, marked with the trademark trefoil design.

Florence Rees — A 2-year-old who died of scarlet fever in 1862, her grave is guarded by a large iron dog. The statue was once at her grandfather’s house, so he brought it to her grave to prevent it from being melted for ammunition during the Civil War.

The cemetery hosts multiple tour options so you can check these graves out in person.

Guided tours

Guided walking tours are available through the Valentine museum. You can grab tickets here. The next Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Tour is Fri., Oct. 16 at 10 a.m.
Pro tip: Walking tours start at the Cherry + Albemarle St. entrance
Bigger groups can jump on RVA Trolleys, Gem Cars, Segways of Richmond + RVA Tuk Tuks with a guide for a less physically-demanding tour

On your own

The Virginia Mysteries Tour is a self-guided experience, with a full map + must-see grave sites outlined with directions
The cemetery is open for the public to walk, run, bike or drive through from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.

You can also check out Hollywood Cemetery burial records from the 19th century to the present right on your phone — just click the button below.

DISCOVER HOLLYWOOD CEMETERY

#MUSTDO

Today

Porter Robinson | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Richmond Raceway | $38+ | Tunes from the American DJ, with Jai Wolf + James Ivy.

Friday

Hashbury Trio at Hippie Happy Hour | Fri., Oct. 15 | 4 p.m. | Main Line Brewery, 1603 Ownby Ln. | Free | Live music, drinks + food from 1115 Mobile Kitchen.
Garden Glow at Maymont | Fri., Oct. 15-Sun., Nov. 7 | Times vary | Maymont, 1700 Hampton St. | $12 | Brighten your nights with a spectacular light-filled journey at Garden Glow. 🌲 Ⓟ

Saturday

15th Annual Step UP for Down Syndrome 5K & Family Festival | Sat., Oct. 16 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Dorey Park, 2999 Darbytown Rd. | Run a half mile or 5k or join in the scavenger hunt for a day of family fun.
Hardywood Bluegrass Festival | Sat., Oct. 16 | 2 p.m. | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, 2410 Ownby Ln. | A whole afternoon of bluegrass bands, along with food trucks, beer + wine.

Sunday

Kids Bike to Fishing for Bike Month | Sun., Oct. 17 | 9 a.m. | Forest Hill Park | Free | Enjoy a morning of fishing + a casual bike ride at this event for RVA Bike Month. 🚲

Tuesday

Charleston Open Source Virtual Career Fair | Tues., Oct. 19 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Meet some of Charleston’s top tech companies and learn more about available positions + how to grow your career in Charleston's tech industry. Ⓟ
An American Werewolf in London | Tues., Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | The 40th anniversary of this horror classic. 🍿

Wednesday

Artist Spotlight: “Clutch: bloodangel_47” | Wed., Oct. 20 | 1 p.m. | Virtual, RSVP | Free | Richmond native + multimedia artist Clutch will discuss his recent work in this Virginia War Memorial program.
Super Sugar Beats | Wed., Oct. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Firehouse Theatre, 1609 W. Broad St. | $10 | A night of bubblegum + sunshine pop. 🎶

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

MAKE PLANS THIS WEEK

NEWS NOTES

Weather

81º | Partly cloudy | 10% chance of rain

Announced

The Valentine museum just announced it’s hosting its 2nd annual Winter Wander celebration for Sun., Dec. 10. Your family can attend free or low-cost activities like tours, games, crafts + other holiday festivities. Tickets will be available later this month.

State

The city registrar is offering its first ever voting ballots available in English + Spanish. When voting in the upcoming election, Spanish-speaking Richmond voters will have automatic translations available for all ballot instructions and information. This is all due to the provisions of the 2021 Virginia Voting Rights Act, passed in March 2021. 🗳

Try This

Deep Groove Records is hosting a sidewalk sale on N. Robinson St. with dozens of “pay what you want” LP records next weekend, Oct. 23-24. The store says you can take as many as you’d like, as long as you make a donation to the Harvey Family Endowment. Halcyon Vintage Clothing is also holding a sale at the same time just down the street. 🎶

Coronavirus

The National is requiring all concertgoers to present proof of full COVID vaccination. According to the venue’s Facebook page, that means bringing a valid ID + evidence of getting the shot before entering the venue. You’re allowed to show your physical or digital vaccination card. (ABC8)

Jobs

CarMax is looking to hire about 275 people to join its Richmond team by the end of 2021. There are positions available in sales, customer service, technology + the mechanical team. The company says many positions come with benefits, including car discounts. You can send in an application here. 🚘 (ABC8)

Eat

You can get fresh food from local farmers delivered directly to your door through Seasonal Roots online farmers market. Customers can customize their weekly baskets, which were just updated with fall veggies, drinks and baked goods menus. You can check your address to see if your home is eligible for delivery. 🥗

Biz

One Casino & Resort organizers are hosting an event for Minority, Women + Emerging Small Business Owners tonight at 5 p.m at Liberation Church. The casino will share information on how those businesses can get involved in the project. One Casino is not yet hiring, but are expecting to have 1,500 available jobs if they get voter approval on Tues., Nov. 2. (NBC12)
Richmond-based Naborforce is unveiling a new service to help businesses help their employees take care of older family members. The program, called Naborforce for Laborforce, will connect resources + benefits to those employees through the Nabor network.

Richmonder

J’ana Price was inspired by her father, who wrote “The Comeback: I Raised These Streets,” to write her own children’s book ―”Finding Myself.” She says it’s full of lessons to learn about loving yourself, which means learning from your mistakes. You can buy her book on Amazon. 📖 (CBS6)

Cause

Join Virginia Physicians for Women in raising awareness, funds, and spirits in the fight against breast cancer for a chance to win great prizes in their Pink Purse Raffle. And don't forget to schedule your annual mammogram at one of VPFW's 4 locations. Ⓟ

📸 @theveilbrewing

We’re reaching beyond the Veil (Brewing.) We got the chills after watching the brewery’s found-footage-like video featuring two words: Dark Daze. Whatever type of beer that may be, it’s scheduled to make its debut Fri., Nov. 26.

Before the new brew drops, you can check out the brewery's current lineup at its annual Halloween Bash Sat. Oct. 30 at its location on Roseneath Rd. Come thirsty + in costume. 💀

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THE WRAP

We've got 2 more dessert destinations for you, thanks to your fellow readers.

Mercer says Westhampton Pastry Shop on Patterson Ave. is the place to be for cakes for any occasion.

Nina recommended Up All Night Bakery on Lakeside Ave., which is expanding its schedule this Friday only for some early Halloween treats.

Thanks for the tasty tips.

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