Local designer ties down sneaker line
Sneakers have gone from the basketball court to the lifestyle of the rich and famous. Forget paying $75 to $130 for a pair bearing Michael Jordan’s name. Think, instead, of shelling out $500 to $1,200 for a pair of sneakers …
HU Marching Force invited to 2020 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Forget the floats and the cartoon character balloons. The Hampton University Marching Force will perform in the 2020 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The surprise announcement was made Monday to an excited group of student band members on the waterfront campus.
2019 commencement speakers announced
It’s graduation season for Virginia’s colleges and universities. This is a time for inspiring commencement speeches, proud parents and cheering graduates. Politicians, celebrities and outstanding students are scheduled as speakers to motivate the Class of 2019.
Tim Reid to debut new clothing line
Actor, director and film producer Tim Reid is expanding into fashion design. The talented Norfolk native and Richmond resident will feature a limited look at his men’s clothing collection at the 4th Annual Legacy Media Institute Spring Fashion Showcase 5 …
The end of Easter on Parade?
Sunday might have been the final edition of Easter on Parade — at least as an organized event. Thousands of people turned out to stroll along four blocks of Monument Avenue on Easter afternoon, some in holiday finery and others …
Ezibu Muntu to host 4th annual fundraising gala May 4
Richmond’s longest running African dance company is shortening its name as it prepares to mark its 46th year with its fourth annual fundraising dinner-dance on Saturday, May 4, it has been announced.
Fitness Warriors application deadline May 4
Applications are being accepted through May 4 for the eighth class of Fitness Warriors, a program designed to train group fitness instructors who will then lead free weekly fitness courses in the community.
48th Annual Arts in the Park next weekend
Richmond’s 48th Annual “Arts in the Park” arts and craft show will be held next weekend at the Carillon in Byrd Park. More than 450 artists will feature their work at the event from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, …
VUU hosts ‘Jazz on the Lawn Concert’ April 27
Virginia Union University is hosting a “Jazz on the Lawn Concert” at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 27, on the lawn by the Belgian Building on the campus, 1500 N. Lombardy St.
Family Easter at Maymont and Easter on Parade highlight season this weekend
Two of Richmond’s most popular seasonal events are being held this weekend — the Dominion Energy Family Easter at Maymont on Saturday, April 20, and Easter on Parade on Monument Avenue on Sunday, April 21.
Community Easter egg hunt April 22 in Highland Park
An Easter egg hunt and other activities will offered for children age 12 and under 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, April 22, in Highland Park, it has been announced.
Hip-Hop Poetry Slam on April 24
A Hip-Hop Poetry Slam will be held next week to allow Richmond area youths to speak out on preventing substance abuse, it has been announced.
Community Easter egg hunt Saturday in South Side
Youngsters will have a chance to win prizes, visit with the Easter Bunny and have fun this weekend at the 7th Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Celebration sponsored by Putting Communities Together Inc.
Olympians visit Richmond
Olympic swimmers Simone Manuel, right, and Maritza McClendon inspire youngsters, including 7-year-old Valerie Lewis, left, during Tuesday’s Splash Day at the Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club.
VUU raises $7.4M at annual Legacy Awards & Scholarship Gala
Virginia Union University raised $7.4 million during its 7th Annual Legacy Awards & Scholarship Gala, university officials have announced. Students, faculty and staff pledged $1.6 million over 20 years, while VUU executives and administrators pledged $5.7 million, officials stated Monday, …
