Rieka Speaks captivates the crowd with original poetry. Speaks is the 2024 Writers Den champion.

Lit Limo Librarian Judy Deicman gives Titus Vaughn, 6, left and Boushall Middle School student Andie Butler a tour of the mobile library during a school event.

The Friends of Bryan Park hosted a celebration Sunday, April 13, to mark the completion of the Azalea Garden Pond restoration. The three-year, nearly $120,000 project, in partnership with the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, revived the fountain for the first time in 14 years, bringing new life to a cherished park feature.

Dandelions spring up in North Side

#12 Khalil Harriot (Shephard Stealers) defends #0 Cameron Davis (LWSRA Hawks) during a noon Division II game at the National Wheelchair Basketball Adult Championships on April 11 at the Henrico Sports & Events Center. Teams from across the U.S. competed For the national championship title. For the final results, visit nwba.org/nationals

On Friday, April 11, during The Basement’s Wild at Heart Series at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond for Richmond Poetry Fest, Kayy Lovely dazzles with a burlesque performance. Known as the Ballerina of Burlesque, the Richmond-based performer also teaches accessible movement and promotes body positivity.

Poet Rosa Castellano reads a poem during poetry karaoke at the event.