vol. 19 / culture
vol. 19 / culture



VOL. 19  /  CULTURE

This week, we're thinking culture. Pop culture, a dash of history balanced with a dance party, and some photography, but a touch more highbrow than your Instagram feed.

Speaking of Instagram, are you following ours? Apparently, the Internet was obsessed with this shot from the weekend.

Let's do this.

Click

It


If good things really take time, then glave kocen gallery's invitational photography exhibit opening on Friday is going to be stellar.

After a four-year hiatus, the fourth edition of "Click" will showcase work from both pro and first-time photographers in Virginia. This isn't just point-and-shoot either. We're talking pinholes, photomontages and something special to do with those historical marker signs you see down South.

For a peek before Friday's receiption, follow glave kocen on Instagram. To go down the rabbit hole, go back for the "Click & Tell" gallery talk on February 17.

 

Vitals:

Friday, February 2 / 6-8pm
glavekocengallery.com/Exhibit_Detail.cfm?ShowsID=126
instagram.com/glavekocen

Museum

Parties


We're biding our time until peak happy hour returns. Until then, stay warm at VMFA After Hours on Saturday. Attire: museum chic and your dancing shoes.

Kelli Lemon is hosting a party that's mixing in 200 B.C. China with classic R&B and more. We'll be catching our breath in the new dessert and coffee lounge.

Speaking of breaking your new year's resolution, the VMFA is also the venue for Family Lifeline’s decadent benefit, Chocoholic 2018, next week. Indulging feels even better when you're giving back.
 

Vitals:

Saturday, February 3 / 7-11:30pm
vmfa.museum/calendar/events/vmfa-after-hours-4

Wednesday, February 7 / 7-10pm
501auctions.com/chocoholic

Super Bowl

Sunday


We've got recs for all three types of Super Bowl watchers.

You're in it for the game / Embrace the patriotism (Patriots vs. Eagles, anyone?) with burgers. They may be New Zealand-inspired, but Burger Bach's new location on W. Cary St. is the place to be.

Commercials, all day / Game-watchers will get loud during your favorite part, so skip the bar scene and stay in with your fellow ad lovers. Add Mama J's and repeat. This is an ad town, after all.

There's a football game before the JT concert? / Take preemptive measures against the chips and dip and hit up BOHO's new Church Hill spin studio for a midday ride. The theme? Super Bowl Halftime Stars.

 

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vol. 18 / refresh
vol. 18 / refresh


VOL. 18  /  REFRESH

Being cooped inside by cold weather got us thinking - our homes are our winter sanctuaries and maybe they could use a little refresh to get us through.

This week's warmer forecast inspired our writing, so read on for greenery and rooftop drinks!

Bridget Beari

Home Store


Is your home giving you more winter blues than the weather? Same. If so, you're in luck. The Bridget Beari Home Store just opened at 1528 W Cary, and their particular strength lies in warm textures. Think throws, pillows, sculptural pieces. Their eponymous line of paints, including hard-to-find metallics, is available for order. If we could only take home their enviable fiddle-leaf fig tree…

If their weekend hours are a little tight for you, consider popping in during the week over your lunch break and picking up at nearby Bombolini or Goatocado on the way.

 

Vitals:

Tuesdays-Fridays / 9-6pm
Saturdays / 10-5pm
instagram.com/bridgetbearihome

Terrarium

Training


Another trick to get through to spring: introduce some green at home. Sustainable and seasonless succulents fit the bill this time of year.

Next Thursday, sweet Fan shop Strawberry Fields Flowers & Finds is offering a terrarium-building class. They'll provide all the materials, and you'll leave with a plant that means something and a few pearls of wisdom - like how to keep it alive once you're home.

Lewis Ginter also has a terrarium class later on in February!
 

Vitals:

Thursday, February 1 / 6-7:30pm strawberryfieldsflowersandfinds.com/product/terrarium-building-workshop

Wednesday, February 28 / 9:30am-12pm lewisginter.org/event/dish-gardens-succulents

Rooftop

Pop-Up


There's a new rooftop game in town. The team at The Graduate is pretending it's spring this week, just like the rest of us. They're opening the Byrd House's rooftop bar Saturday evening only. No need for heat lamps, thanks to warm temps.

Embrace the fake spring vibe by picking a fresh and fruity cocktail -- we're moving on from hot chocolate and eggnog.

If you're ready to mentally skip straight to summer bonfires, grab a burger from the grill and a S'mores Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwich, The Graduate's signature flavor.
 

Vitals:

Saturday, January 27 / 3pm-12am
facebook.com/events/352226568520825

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vol. 17 / defrost
vol. 17 / defrost



VOL. 17  /  DEFROST

Last week's Here.Happening was a blast! There's already another on the horizon, so stay tuned.

If yesterday’s snow brought fears of another bomb cyclone, worry not. Warmer temps and an eclectic mix of happenings are on the horizon. Read on.

Oh, and that staycation we mentioned last week? New plan: February.

Sunday Night

Series


Hmm, we've covered a lot of red meat in recent weeks… it's Whole30-friendly, right? Anyways, there's good reason for this.

The team at alpine eatery Brenner Pass and sister café Chairlift seems to be settling in because they're spreading their capable wings. Chairlift is kicking off a Sunday dinner series. This week's theme: Parisian steakhouse, complete with a 21-day aged ribeye and grand macaron. Act fast; only a handful of seats are still available.

P.S. Have you made it to Chairlift's Friday night Raclette?!

 

Vitals:

Sunday, January 21 / 6-10pm
eventbrite.com/e/chairlift-dinner-series-chateau-de-lentrecote-tickets-41647548940

Making Space

For Women


Perhaps you've heard rumblings of The Broad? Now is time to pay attention because February 2, The Broad opens its doors. Sorry gents, this one is ladies only.

With a mission to make space for women (timely, no?), The Broad will act as a workspace, a clubhouse, and a community center for its members. Don't mistake it for a co-working space. This is a real conversation starter.

The 2,500-square-foot space is being designed by Flourish Spaces, so you know it's going to be good. Check their Instagram for previews of the space. A few Founding Broad memberships are still available, giving you an advantageous rate.
 

Vitals:

wethebroad.com
instagram.com/wethebroad

Poe

Party


We love to boast of Richmond’s food, music and art. But we might talk about Richmond’s quirks the most. Like how it’s home to the world’s largest celebration of Edgar Allen Poe’s birthday. The Poe Museum’s Saturday shindig will be packed with live music, performances, tours - and cake, of course.

Tickets are only $8, so grab your literature-loving friends and take advantage of the museum and neighborhood walking tours. Stick around until midnight to toast to the man of honor with champagne in the Shrine!
 

Vitals:

Saturday, January 20 / 12pm-12am
poemuseum.org/birthday-bash

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