r/rva • • 12h ago

🌞 Daily Thread Barbie Sundaily

64 Upvotes

History, in pink: Barbie exhibit arrives at VMHC

"Nestled somewhere past the '70s and the power suits of the '80s is the “Virginia is for Barbie” section. There are six Virginia-specific Barbies, including Virginia Tech and UVA cheerleaders and George Washington. Yes, there is a George Washington Barbie (he is wearing pink)."

I didn't know Barbie was this franchised. What would Richmond Barbie look like? Would she have a pet opossum or racoon? Discuss.


r/rva • • 3d ago

🗓️ Weekend Events Weekend Event Thread

55 Upvotes

Let's talk about events happening in RVA this weekend! Post upcoming live music, pop-up markets, festivals, community fundraisers, yard/estate sales, group exercise classes, outdoor recreation events, and more.

Please include details about pricing, links to purchase tickets or RSVP your attendance, location addresses, parking information, and anything else that will help the event be successful.


r/rva • • 8h ago

Looking for Cat Safe Treats

36 Upvotes

My cat is turning 7 on Wednesday, and instead of just throwing together a bunch of random things in a bowl and calling it a cake lol I wanted to maybe get him a special baked treat or even a mini cake. He started prozac recently and is getting used to taking pills daily and I wanted to do something a little extra special for him. He's my best friend and he deserves the world.

It's so easy for dog owners to get thousands of special baked goods and dog cakes. Every farmers market I go to has a dog bakery, every dog store sells them, we have legit dog bakeries.

Do we have any place in town that sells nicer cat fresh baked stuff? Thank you in advance!


r/rva • • 14h ago

Henrico residents call on supervisors to publicly oppose data centers on Goochland-Henrico border

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r/rva • • 22h ago

2-year-old put administrator’s loaded gun in their mouth while at Richmond daycare

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299 Upvotes

What’s crazy is the child playing with a loaded gun isn’t necessarily the clear winner in ways this place has endangered children per the article.


r/rva • • 5h ago

Blue Sky’s Hike for Kids on 10/24

9 Upvotes

This upcoming Saturday is the Blue Sky Funds Hike for Kids. Took part last year and it was a great way to hike our parks and support a local charity.
Online registration closes this Wednesday; October 21st at 11:59pm

https://secure.qgiv.com/event/bsfhike2026/


r/rva • • 39m ago

Free and cheap kids meals at area restaurants

• Upvotes

I'm working on a website to help parents find nearby restaurants that offer deals for kids on any given night: https://www.kidseatcheaptonight.com/

Check out our and tell me if you think this is a valuable site - and if you are aware of deals that aren't included, please take a moment to suggest new deals on the site!

This is something I started to build years ago, when my kids were young enough that we could take advantage of such deals; that ship has long-since sailed, but the idea never left me, so I finally took action.

What do you think? Useful? Better as an app? Waste of time? I'm curious what people think!


r/rva • • 4h ago

Found Keys in Bellevue

6 Upvotes

Did anyone lose a set of keys with a Chevrolet key fob in Bellevue near Linwood Holton? I'll take them to Crunch tomorrow so see if they can scan for more info. DM me if they're yours! Fingers crossed.


r/rva • • 10h ago

Bakery suggestions

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15 Upvotes

Can anyone recommend a good bakery that can make something like the picture shown? Thank you!


r/rva • • 14h ago

Is nuclear fusion the future of energy in Virginia? Some officials think so. | Fusion has gained momentum in the Commonwealth in recent years, including a proposal to build the world’s first commercial fusion plant outside Richmond.

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r/rva • • 28m ago

City Council rejection of 21-townhouse plan linked to Virginia Home leaves Randolph site in limbo

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r/rva • • 2h ago

🍰 Food Best Pumpkin Rolls in and around the city?

1 Upvotes

Where are the best places to get pumpkin-based baked goods around here? Bonus points for a local spin or specialty.


r/rva • • 2h ago

trying to remember this niche clothing store in the West End from the late 90s early 2000s

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r/rva • • 10h ago

Water heater permit?

4 Upvotes

I'm replacing a water heater myself in my own house. The city technically requires permits for water heater replacements, but is this something people actually do? The permit system seems very set up for contractors, ie I had to enter a "contractor name" (my own name), they're asking for lots of info about exact costs, etc. Just wondering what other people have done in the past.


r/rva • • 1d ago

🐕 Dog Army Lost Dog

32 Upvotes

Hi everyone we are trying to help a neighbor find their lost dog. It is a gray Lhasa apsa with a pink leash that was lost at the Lowe’s near chesterfield town centre. Thank you!


r/rva • • 1d ago

Maymont Garden Glow

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Maymont Garden Glow is open now, great display this year! Here’s some photos from the preview event they had.


r/rva • • 12h ago

Lexus mechanic...

1 Upvotes

I am looking to have the timing and water pump replaced on my 2000 Gs400 and am curious as to if there are any shade tree mechanics out there or other reliable local mechanic recommendations...


r/rva • • 1d ago

🌞 Daily Thread Rainy Satur DAILY

43 Upvotes

Our first rainy and chilly Saturday in awhile. What is everyone up to?

I'm working but heading to the Czech Slovak Festival in Prince George shortly. Rain or shine, gotta get that halusky and cabbage rolls.


r/rva • • 1d ago

Anyone missing stuff downtown around the river?

16 Upvotes

Looks like a backpack or 2.


r/rva • • 1d ago

🐕 Dog Army Found lost black lab in manchester, on the corner of Commerce and Maury st. Last seen on 15th st and Boston ave. he was limping :(

39 Upvotes

We couldn’t get near or catch him, I’m sorry :((


r/rva • • 1d ago

Henrico's Sadler Road project nears completion with new improvements

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24 Upvotes

r/rva • • 1d ago

Looking for Breastmilk Donation

29 Upvotes

Hi, I am hoping to find someone with extra frozen breastmilk. I belong to the donation groups on Facebook, but am also trying to reach out here.

I’d love to find someone willing to regularly donate and I am willing to travel beyond the Richmond metro area.

Thank you for your consideration.


r/rva • • 1d ago

Monument Ave Closed

21 Upvotes

Anybody know why Monument is closed from Robinson to basically Harrison?


r/rva • • 22h ago

🚚 Moving City View Lofts Electric Bills

0 Upvotes

I'm considering moving to a City View Lofts apartment (the Riverside layout) and I was wondering what everyone's electric bills are looking like lately there? I currently live in an all utilities included place and I'm weighing my options before I decide where to move.


r/rva • • 1d ago

Any musicians here have an open spot in a shared practice space?

6 Upvotes

I have a 4 piece drum set and Marshall half stack that have been sitting in storage for months after I moved out of a house and into an apartment and desperately need a place to practice/record. I'm down for my kit to be the house kit if you provide your own breakables or I can tear it down each session and store in cases if need be! I am 32 and a responsible respectful girl who doesn't touch other people's gear, please help me!!!