Posts Tagged ‘Lodging’

Green Local Taxi Comes to Richmond

Monday, June 28th, 2010

As part of our Green Lodging program, Richmond’s premier bed and breakfast is excited to offer our guests a taxi service that is fueled by bio-diesel. Being Green doesn’t mean you’ll sacrifice comfort and luxury, BioTaxi operates a Mercedes E-class sedan. We’re happy to offer our environmentally conscious guests this transportation alternative to local restaurants and sights with competitive taxi rates and a driver who is knowledgeable  about the local scene, accepts credit and debit cards, and is on call 7 days a week.  A win-win all around!

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Hydrangeas Herald Summer’s Arrival

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

The hydrangeas in the east garden of our Fan District bed and breakfast are in full bloom

East Garden's Showy Hydrangea Blooms June 2010

celebrating the arrival of June and heralding the fact that summer is right around the corner. The gardens are in their glory, (more…)

2010 Broad Appetit is June 6

Monday, May 24th, 2010

What Richmond event features a bug chef cook-off, molecular gastronomy, to-die-for dish awards, kids cooking demos, cooking for your dog, and a whodunnit art exhibition? Of course, the answer is Broad Appetit, the unique taste of Richmond’s best, is scheduled for Sunday, June 6, 2010.

Food and Fun on Broad Street June 6 2010

A local food festival, Broad Appetit promotes the amazing food, art, and music that call Richmond home, and is hosted by the Downtown Neighborhood Association, benefitting the Central Virginia Food Bank and Meals on Wheels.  The event closes the 100-200 and 300 blocks of West Broad Street, where 50+ of Richmond’s local restaurants offer  tastes of their signature dishes for just $3 a sample (admission, however, is free!) (more…)

Richmond’s First Fridays Art Walk

Saturday, May 22nd, 2010

The ninth season of Richmond’s First Fridays Art Walk is well under way.  In fact, there are only 3 First Fridays left in the ninth season; in September 2010 the tenth season launches. This monthly event showcases over 30 diverse small businesses, working studios, and cultural organizations that call Richmond’s downtown home.  Featuring diverse art galleries, unique boutiques, incredible dining, a spot of culture, and independent studios – First Fridays beckon art lovers to experience downtown’s nightlife.   (more…)

Richmond’s Outdoor Concert Series at Lewis Ginter and Maymont

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010

Groovin’ in the Garden, Richmond’s outdoor concert series at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, has an alternative location for its May concerts.

Crowds enjoying the outdoor concert series Groovin' in the Garden

The May events will take place at Maymont Park (though the May 20th concert has been cancelled) and the 2010 SCHEDULE is varied and exciting. Concerts happen rain or shine, so check the forecast and be prepared. Tickets are discounted if purchased in advance – more information here.  Enjoy live music in a beautiful garden setting: Maymont in May and  Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens for the rest of the series, including Arlo Gutherie on June 24  and Zappa on June 17.  Food and beverages will be available; and coolers are not permitted.  Tickets for A Prairie Home Companion will go on sale May 22nd.
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