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Sunday, January 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Richmond. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Metro Richmond Zoo welcomes visitors to see its new baby pygmy hippo, born in December, now on display with mother, Iris. Richmond Times-Dispatch
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A special event in Richmond highlighted the historical significance of Benedict Arnold's 1781 raid during the American Revolution, featuring reenactments and educational activities. Richmond Times-Dispatch
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for the Richmond area and surrounding counties from Sunday afternoon to Monday morning, advising caution due to expected heavy mixed precipitation and potentially hazardous travel conditions. Richmond Times-Dispatch
- ➤ VDOT and Dominion Energy prepare for a winter storm in Central Virginia with road treatment and power outage management plans. 6 News
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Live Performance by Andrew Magruder at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Andrew Magruder, a multi-instrumentalist and producer with over a decade of experience in live music, will perform at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in Richmond.
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The Mitras Live in Richmond
The Mitras will perform live at The Broadberry, offering an engaging music experience for attendees.
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Tristan Dougherty Folk Music Performance
Folk musician Tristan Dougherty, known for his meditative guitar playing and impactful lyrics, will perform at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery.
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Richmond Book Club January 2025 Meeting
The Richmond Book Club gathers for its January meeting to discuss selected books, socialize, and share reading recommendations in a friendly environment.
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Candlelight Concerts: Neo-Soul Favorites Featuring Prince and Childish Gambino
Experience a live, multi-sensory musical performance featuring neo-soul classics from artists like Prince and Childish Gambino, illuminated by candlelight at the Bolling Haxall House.
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Candlelight Spring: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Concert
Experience a unique candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Listeso String Quartet at the historic Bolling Haxall House.
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11th Annual Megsmiles 5K Run
Participants can choose between an in-person 5K, a virtual option, or a Kids Run, all taking place at Atlee High School in Mechanicsville, VA.
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Weekly Worship Service
The River Road Church invites attendees to participate in a Sunday worship service both in-person and via livestream, featuring a welcoming community atmosphere.
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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
The event celebrates the launch of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, Onyx Storm, requiring proof of purchase for attendance.
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Trying to Speak Spanish RVA
This event offers a welcoming environment for Spanish speakers of all levels to practice conversational skills while engaging in discussions about language and culture.
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