A Richmond Scavenger Hunt & Free SurprisesWe've Hidden a Few Surprises Around Richmond
VOL. 311 / Scavenger Hunt
This week's Here Weekly is all about free stuff made by Richmonders, for Richmonders. And a little adventure along the way.
New to Here Weekly? Or maybe it's been a while since we've landed in your inbox? We're a free newsletter from Richmond Grid, sharing the people, places, and experiences that make our city worth exploring. We've been away for a bit, but we're back, and we're glad you're here!
This week, we're trying something a little different. We're giving away a handful of Richmond-made goodies to encourage you to get out there, explore your community, and support the local businesses and places that make this city special.
No contests or complicated rules, just a little local adventure and something fun to take home. Here's where to look this week ...
A Free Surprise at Birdie's
We love a good oyster, and there's no better excuse to enjoy one than a visit to Birdie's, the oyster bar and café next to N°303 social club on W. Broad. So we figured, what better place to give away one of our prized handmade oyster knives, crafted right here in Richmond by Join or Die Knives and valued at $199? And this isn't just any oyster knife. Its handle is crafted from reclaimed oak bourbon barrel staves from Richmond's own Reservoir Distillery.
Stop by for a chance to take home a little Richmond craftsmanship, and perhaps stick around for an oyster or two. It's our little way of saying thanks for getting out, exploring Richmond, and supporting the local places that make our city special.
Vitals:
Birdie's, 305 W. Broad St. / Available Thursday, October 22 / Only one available! First to pop in and say "Here Sent Me" takes it home / No purchase necessary
Local Art Giveaway at Trail Hut
The first Here Weekly reader to head over to Trail Hut, Richmond's locally owned outdoor gear shop, scores a little free local art! We've tucked away a limited-edition *True Places RVA* fine art print by Richmond artist Ed Trask, and it's yours if you're the first to stop by and say the magic words: "Here Sent Me." No purchase necessary.
While you're there, take a look around. Trail Hut is all about making outdoor adventure more accessible, with gear and inspiration to help you spend a little more time outside.
One poster, one lucky explorer, and a great excuse to discover a local shop.
Vitals:
Trail Hut, 114 N. 2nd St. / Available Thursday, October 22, starting at 11 a.m. / First to say "Here Sent Me" takes it home / No purchase necessary
Hidden Mailbox Full of Surprises
Somewhere in the James River Park System, tucked away for curious explorers to discover, is our Grid mailbox. Inside lives the Dear Richmond journal, a place to leave behind a thought, a story, or a little love note to the city we call home. This week, we're adding a few surprises to the mailbox!
We'll be dropping off goodies from our Grid Supply Co. collection, including books by Richmond author Matt Johnson, insulated water bottles featuring the City of Richmond flag by Shine Vessels, and locally made Sin Rummy playing cards.
Everything is free. We'll be adding surprises throughout the next two days, while supplies last. You never know what you'll find, or when something new might appear. If you discover something, take one and leave the rest for the next explorer. And while you're there, consider adding a few words of encouragement to the Dear Richmond journal. Sometimes the best part of exploring Richmond is what you weren't expecting to find.
Vitals:
James River Park System, near the Reedy Creek entrance / Goodies available Thursday, October 22, with additional surprises added Friday, October 23 / Free while supplies last / Grid Supply Co.
