One weekly email. Three must-do ideas. Infinite potential.

VOL. 28  /  PUMPED UP We want you to get out there to explore Richmond with all your friends. Speaking of friends, how about sharing Here. with them? Today, if you use the Share Now button at the bottom of this newsletter, you’ll be entered to win one of our Rep. t-shirts! One share = one entry. No limit to shares. Only today’s shares will count though, so do it now! This week we’re headed to the new Hardywood location and stopping in at Short Pump -- and no, not the mall. Let’s go! Hardywood West Creek Grand Opening Hardywood co-founders Eric McKay and Patrick Murtaugh have acquired a bit of beer knowledge over the years. Now, their new brewery, Hardywood West Creek, the culmination of that wisdom and experience, is officially opening this weekend, and they’re throwing a hell of a bash to celebrate. Hardywood West Creek is the ultimate beer destination, offering 55,000 square feet for brewing/packaging and expansive grounds for enjoying a cold one. The three-day-long opening festivities include a stacked food truck line-up, live music as well as several beer releases, including Road to Idaho on Friday and Hopkeeper on Saturday. Oh, and there is, indeed, a creek on the 24 acres; we can’t wait to see it all in full bloom this spring.   Vitals: Friday, April 6 - Sunday, April 8 hardywood.com/visit-us/westcreek facebook.com/events/281992205657802 J.Crew Warehouse Sale J.Crew's Lynchburg distribution center gives us Virginians amazing access to the mother of all sample sales. The J.Crew warehouse sale is back, today through Sunday. These sales can get chaotic, and we don’t usually enter the fray. But the deals can be absurd - in a good way - so it’s worth a visit. Our game plan for you: pick a time that works, and just go. New items are brought out daily, so it doesn’t matter when you go - and we don't mean you should go every day. Give yourself enough time to do some digging, and bring your patience. Pro tip: there are no dressing rooms, so plan your day-of outfit for in-the-moment layering. We told you it was crazy.   Vitals: Thursday, April 5 - Friday, April 6 / 10am-8pm Saturday, April 7 / 10am-7pm Sunday, April 8 / 10am-6pm West Broad Village / 2200 Old Brick Road Steak & Sushi Night So you’ve scored some deals and celebrated with a beer (or two). Obviously, the next stop is to refuel. Carytown’s favorites have sprouted second locations in the West End: The Daily, Mellow Mushroom, even a Carytown Bicycle Co. We opted to go with an original, Red Salt Chophouse & Sushi. Red Salt, from the owners of Fat Dragon, Foo Dog and Beijing On Grove, fills a void. Richmond has a few solid sushi joints, but it’s been a weak spot, with no stand-outs. Red Salt may now be the best, with generous, creative rolls served by a friendly sushi bar team. Bonus: the huge space allows for bigger groups, so round up a crew and try the steak side of the menu while you're at it.    Vitals: redsaltrva.com

One weekly email. Three must-do ideas. Infinite potential.

VOL. 27  /  FLOURISH It’s officially spring, and this week’s happenings heavily represent the new season. And with the changing seasons… flowers are popping around town. Aka your Instagram has gone floral. Tag your shots with @here.weekly or #heresweethere to be featured on our Stories! We love seeing your perspective on our city. Psst... member perk alert! Read on. Easter On Parade The Easter On Parade is one of those classic Richmond moments. Where else can you get the experience of watching thousands dressed up in their Sunday best, topped with extravagant, rather nutso bonnets stroll down a beautiful tree-lined street? The once-a-year chance to walk down Monument Ave. is already a big draw. But the people-watching is the main attraction - and who are we kidding, the puppy petting too. There will be games, crafts, food, music, art, street performers and more. Stick around for the Pet and People Bonnet Showcases at 3 and 4pm!   Vitals: Sunday, April 1 / 1-5pm venturerichmond.com/events/calendar Molly Virginia Made Ladies: need some extra flair for your Easter parade ensemble - or life in general? Molly Campbell of Molly Virginia Made is the answer and more. Her stunning marbled leather earrings and clutches are made to be unique. Oh, and Alicia Keys is a fan. Check, check and check. Molly's spring earring collection drops in April, and her site will feature a ton of limited-edition and one-of-a-kind pieces. Pick out your faves, then use code SPRING for a 15% discount for Here. readers. Accessory game, upgraded.   Vitals: mollyvirginiamade.com A Million Blooms It's finally time to be outside again. The mere thought makes us want to run singing through a field of flowers. Or you could just go to Lewis Ginter’s annual celebration of spring, A Million Blooms, beginning this weekend. Warmer temps + millions of flowers = your much needed dose of spring. Go now to see hyacinths, crocuses, daffodils and flowering cherries. As this is a months-long event, return later in May for peonies, iris, azaleas and pitcher plants. Regardless, you’ll have ample Instagram opportunities. Or, you know, peaceful moments for your soul.   Vitals: March 31-June 1 facebook.com/events/53459 Short Sleeve Weather And what to wear on these blissfully warm days? Our Rep. t-shirt of course. Spring go-to, decided. SHOP NOW

Our first guest editor takes over this week's issue to share her perspective on Richmond!

VOL. 26  /  GUEST EDITOR Our mission is to help you explore the best of Richmond, and we love approaching our city from new perspectives. That's why we’ve invited our first guest editor to take over the newsletter! Please welcome Richmond's own Brittany Mullins of Eating Bird Food as this week’s guest editor! In addition to being a Here. reader from day one, Brittany is a healthy food blogger, health coach and personal trainer. Through Eating Bird Food, she offers both inspiration and tangible resources for eating a wholesome diet focused on real food. We’re obsessed with her recipe for 4-Ingredient Samoas: easy, delicious and guilt-free. And now, her take on Richmond! #saladeveryday Love I’m all about embracing healthy habits and one habit I follow and strongly encourage is replacing one meal a day with a hearty, meal-sized salad. Although I love whipping up salads at home, there are a ton of awesome spots in our city to grab a big bowl of green goodness. My go-tos include the chopped salad with chickpeas and housemade giardiniera at Union Market and the Mediterranean salad with salmon at The Daily Kitchen and Bar. I love this one so much I actually came up with a copycat recipe.   Vitals: unionmarketrva.com thedailykitchenandbar.com Superfood Ice Cream Because I’m all about balance, I love ice cream almost as much as I love salads, and really want to channel warmer weather, let’s talk ice cream. I’m currently hooked on North End Market in the Museum District. Perhaps you’ve had juice from North End Juice, but the market right next door now has superfood ice cream that’s plain magical. I highly recommend the bulletproof adaptogenic gelato made in collaboration with Rostov's Coffee and Boketto Wellness; the golden milk; or the super green superfood mango loaded with wheatgrass, spirulina, chlorella, goji berries, moringa, spinach and ripe, fresh mango.   Vitals: instagram.com/northend.market Run Now, Wine Later Looking for some extra motivation to get outside and run this spring? Sign up for a race! The Uncorked Half & 5K is on my radar! New Kent Winery serves as the perfect backdrop for a race focused on pacing AND pampering. As soon as you cross the finish line, the lesson in luxury begins! Treat yourself to a post-race massage, yoga, a deluxe brunch package, and, of course, a glass (or two) of wine -- hey, you’ve earned it!   Vitals: Saturday, May 5  /  7:30am sportsbackers.org/events/uncorked-half Fit With Five Looking for healthy, easy recipes that you’ll want to make week after week? Definitely check out Brittany's new ebook, releasing today and featuring 35 delicious, clean eating recipes, all made with five ingredients or less. Hello, peanut butter overnight oats, slow cooker buffalo chicken and chocolate almond freezer bites! LEARN MORE