Midlothian, VA April 2022

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MIDLOTHIAN LUXURY HOME REPORT Address

Neighborhood

List Price

Sold Price

Sold Date

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Days on Market

721 Founders Crest Court

Founders Bridge

$799,000.00

$799,000.00

February 22, 2022

4,104

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2330 Castleford Terrace

Salisbury

$664,900.00

$720,000.00

February 16, 2022

3,820

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4113 Caddington Drive

Tarrington

$779,790.00

$794,319.00

February 24, 2022

3,081

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15700 New Gale Drive

Cambria Cove

$849,000.00

$875,000.00

February 15, 2022

4,964

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14304 W Shore Lane

West Shore

$675,000.00

$702,000.00

February 25, 2022

3,358

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1925 Limbeck Lane

Hallsley

$1,250,000.00

$1,350,000.00

February 28, 2022

5,609

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15412 Avada Terrace

Newmarket At Rountrey

$788,500.00

$791,000.00

February 3, 2022

3,600

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3600 Bellstone Drive

Rountrey

$560,900.00

$794,532.00

February 21, 2022

3,454

295

1912 Muswell Court

Hallsley

$1,065,000.00

$1,050,000.00

January 31, 2022

3,897

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This information is published courtesy of the Richmond MLS service.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

April is for Exploring!

April 2022 PUBLISHER

Aaron Swart | aaron.swart@citylifestyle.com EDITOR

Mary Ellin Arch | maryellin.arch@citylifestyle.com

Spring is here for sure, and with it the budding flowers and the smells of blooming trees and freshly-cut lawns.

While there’s spring cleaning and things to be done, there’s always an itch to get away. As a kid, I loved traveling to see my grandparents. I lived in the Midwest, so it truly was a hike to the Carolinas to see them. During my visits in the warmer months, we would spend a week in the mountains of Virginia at their cabin they named “Windsong.” This was indeed a place of magic, one that always allowed me to explore. Between the hills, wildflowers, rocks, bugs and animal life, and the mountain air filling my lungs with sweet-smelling flowers, this was a sacred spot for me. Of course, each visit included dining at Shatley Springs, a wonderful family-style restaurant that served fried chicken with biscuits and gravy that were simply heaven on earth. To this day, I prefer the mountains, hiking, and generally enjoying temperatures below 73 degrees.

April is a great month to explore for ourselves and with our families. In this year’s Explore issue, we’ve got much in store for you - from family activities to local wineries and getaway cottages to some helpful food choices and an excursion to Nashville, we’ve got ideas galore! There’s so much to do and see, and the weather is perfect for your next adventure!

As cover artist Geraldo Netto entitled his acrylic “Uncharted,” we, too, have the opportunity to navigate a new path or tradition with ourselves and our families this season in exploring the world around us. I challenge you to be bold and to find things both near and far, and to always remember that there’s a lot right here in our back yards.

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Local Experiences

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Events

Ashton Creek Winery offers a spirited experience - right in our own back yard

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Local families share their favorite sports, recreation, outdoor and travel activities

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Looking for quiet fun by the water? Try this little house on the Chesapeake Bay

38 Does Gluten Disagree with You? If you’re not feeling well, it could be due to gluten in your diet

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Photography: “Uncharted,” by Geraldo Netto Reimagining the first journey up the James. Acrylic on canvas with handmade, solid oak floater frame.

62” x 62”. Available at Crossroads Art Center in Richmond.

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1: You should have seen the one that got away! At Meadow Event Park, in January. 2: Anglers of all ages learned about the quiet sport of fly fishing in a beginner-friendly environment. 3: The Virginia Fly Fishing Festival attracted anglers from all over to RVA’s Meadow Event Park.

4: The Virginia Fly Fishing Festival is the largest event of its kind in the country. 5: Wine and fishing? Sure! Visitors also enjoyed microbrewery beer at the festival, held in January. 6: This unique event combined fine spirits and everything you ever wanted to know about fly fishing.

Photography by Luke Frazza

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7: Ainsley Dillon, Rhonda Carroll and Tom Dillon. Rhonda is principal broker at Clocktower Realty Group. 8: Kaylin Bradley and Lauren Roth were among attendees at Clocktower’s new agent mixer in February. 9: Girls’ Night for Sommer Baumfalk, Marianna Wiley and Ashlee Bonds at the mixer in February. 10: Cindy Hubbard and Lisa White sippin’ cocoa at Clocktower’s New Agent Mixer - “Hot Chocolate Style.” 11: Holly Phillips and Brad Jones at Clocktower Realty’s New Agent Mixer - “Hot Chocolate Style.” 12: Stephen Haynes, Mario Ta and Henry Salomonsky ham it up at the Clocktower mixer. 13: Marianna Wiley and Hugh Jones. Hugh is CEO and managing broker at Clocktower Realty Group.

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Swing for the Symphony Set for April 25 The Swing for the Symphony Golf and Tennis Fundraiser is set this

year for April 25. This charity event, presented by the Richmond Symphony League with proceeds benefiting The Richmond Symphony, will be held at Richmond Country Club. Check-in begins at 10:30 a.m. with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. $150/ person, $600/foursome.

Enter the “Go for the Green” raffle for a chance to win $5,000. Details: RichmondSymphonyLeague.org

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Nest Academy Seeks Sponsors for Annual Walk Nest Academy seeks sponsorships for its 3rd annual walkathon, scheduled for May 7. Sponsorship levels begin at $250 and include recognition at the event and other benefits. All funds support the Academy's work offering classes, art, music and field trips for young adults with complex special needs due to physical and cognitive impairments. Contact: Nora Carroll or Donna Hayes at 347637-8782 or nestacademyrva@gmail. com. Upcoming: Nest's 2nd annual golf tournament fundraiser and a fall concert event. nestacademyrva.org

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Bizarre Bazaar, the Richmond Spring Market, will be held on April 8-10 at Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E. Laburnum Ave., Richmond.

Shop a variety of gifts, fine linens, fine crafts, artwork, toys, designer clothing, jewelry, decorative home

accessories, spring and summer perennials, whimsical garden art and accessories, outdoor furniture, gourmet food and cookbooks, and more. See website for details and hours. thebizarrebazaar.com

Photography Courtesy Chesterfield County Media Department

New Mobile Unit Available for Events The Chesterfield County Department of Community Enhancement’s “Keep Chesterfield Beautiful” team now has a newly renovated informational mobile unit: “Be The Good Neighbor.” The unit teaches residents how to be good neighbors through fun, engaging ways. Features include an interactive mailbox and a talking frog that entertains and encourages children to be environmental stewards and neighborhood heroes. The unit can be reserved for corporate/private events, neighborhood parties, HOA groups, libraries, churches, and more. Call 804-717-6171.

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Chesterfield’s Triple-AAA Bond Rating Reaffirmed The nation’s top three ratings agencies recently reaffirmed Chesterfield County’s triple-AAA bond rating, solidifying Chesterfield’s position among a small group able to demonstrate exceptional fiscal management. Only about 1% of counties nationwide hold the AAA credit rating from the three agencies: Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s, and Fitch Ratings.

The county has earned a triple-AAA rating every year since 1997. The rating ensures Chesterfield can borrow funds for capital needs at the lowest interest rates available. chesterfield. gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2578

River City Sportsplex Honored Again River City Sportsplex remains a top sports facility nationally as it has once again been recognized by SportsEvents magazine as a recipient of the All-Star Outdoor Sports Venue 2022 Reader’s Choice Awards. This is the second consecutive win in this

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category and the third time in the last five years the facility has garnered this recognition. River City placed first in the All-Star Outdoor Sports Venue category. Nominees for the Readers’ Choice Awards were selected by industry peers. rivercitysportsplex.com

Popular Rain Barrel Workshop is Back Chesterfield Environmental Engineering and the James River Soil and Water Conservation District invite you to a rain barrel workshop April 23, 10 a.m.-noon. Learn about water conservation and build a rain barrel.

All materials provided. Workshops fill up fast; please register. A $50 fee is charged. eventbrite.com

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Relax outside in the inviting atmosphere of our hand-laid red brick patio, come inside and lounge around the soft and sophisticated indoor cafe tables, or sit and savor the luxurious Italian-inspired marble counter top bar.

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

Explore Greater Richmond for a weekend staycation full of adventure and relaxation.

Enjoy the many hidden gems in our area without spending hours in airports and planes, cars or trains. Unwind and take a much-needed vacation right in your own back yard.

Reported and curated especially for you by M. Katherine Fisher.

Staycations R IVER CITY SPOR TSPLEX: Go fly a kite! Pack a lunch and bring the entire family. April 10, 1-4 p.m., River City Sportsplex. 13030 Genito Rd., Midlothian FALLING CR EEK IR ONWOR KS PAR K: Experience the history of America's first iron furnace, operating 1619 to 1622, at Falling Creek. Annual special event April 30. Falling Creek Ironworks Park. 6407 Jefferson Davis Hwy (Emancipation Hwy.), North Chesterfield POCAHONTAS STATE PAR K: Go camping without packing a tent. Stay in a yurt at Pocahontas State Park or another state park. 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield R IVER R IDGE ON THE JAMES: Stay at River Ridge on the James - a 26-acre private estate next to Upper Shirley Vineyard overlooking the Presquile National Wildlife Refuge. 812 Shirley Plantation Rd., Charles City HIGH BR IDGE LODGE AND CABINS: High Bridge Lodge and Cabins offers easy access to High Bridge Trails in Farmville. The trail permits biking, hiking, and horseback riding. 190 Vacation Dr., Farmville.

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Ashton Creek Winery & Event Center offers a spirited experience - right in our own back yard ARTICLE BY MARY ELLIN ARCH | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACQUI DEPAS Looking for a nearby Virginia winery where you can relax with friends? Or, a wedding venue convenient to local hotels? Look no further than Ashton Creek Vineyard & Event Center right here in Chesterfield County at 14501 Jefferson Davis Highway in Chester.

"Sample our varietals by trying a custom flight while sitting on our balcony overlooking the grounds," said Ashton Creek's Rachel Thibault, in business with her winemaking brother, Alan Thibault.

"We encourage our guests to take advantage of our growler and loyalty program as we believe wine on tap is a more sustainable solution.”

Patio and Tasting Room seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Private event spaces requiring reservations include the

Banquet Room (up to 55 people) and The Barn, a rustic yet modern space (up to 250).

Weddings are always welcome. "We pride ourselves in creating an enchanting setting for your celebration," Rachel said.

Additionally, Ashton Creek often hosts events open to the public, such as live music and creative workshops. Listings appear on the website.

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Catch an upcoming show this spring at The Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education’s 20,500 square-foot state-of-the-art performing and visual arts center. Don’t forget to enroll in a class or immerse yourself in local art at the Baxter and Elaine Perkinson Jr. Art Gallery!

Stories and Songs in the Oral Tradition | April 24, 2022 A selection of stories and songs from the African and African American oral traditions Fiddlin’ with Stories | April 24, 2022 A performance of history, storytelling, and stringed instruments celebrating African American culture Richmond Symphony Orchestra | April 29, 2022 Featuring Mozart’s Bassoon Concerto, Anna Clyne’s Sound and Fury, Haydn’s Symphony No. 60, and Alberto Ginastera’s Variaciones Concertantes

For more information or to purchase tickets, view our event schedule online! perkinsoncenter.org | 804-748-5555 | 11810 Centre Street, Chester, VA 23831

FUN IN THE SUN LOCAL FAMILIES SHARE THEIR FAVORITE SPORTS, RECREATION, OUTDOOR AND TRAVEL ACTIVITIES

ARTICLE BY MARY ELLIN ARCH PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACQUI DEPAS

LO G A N A N D BECKY PICKELS Logan and Becky own and operate Wellness Warriors, a holistic health business.

Children: Makenzie, 10, and Lexie, 8.

We love walks, biking, soccer - anything with movement. Because our family deals with autoimmune disorders, movement is part of our holistic family health plan.

We go out and play together as a family, and we work out together in the garage gym. We play soccer and tennis together – we make our own foursome!

We love the beach, and we do the same things there – walk, throw a Frisbee around. We do a lot of bike riding and swimming at the beach, too. It’s an easy way to get exercise without feeling like you’re exercising. And with kids, any time you can get energy out and keep them engaged in an activity, it’s a win!

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Jeremy and Crystal own Renee’s Auto Care Club. They are engaged to be married.

We’re casual hikers and enjoy exploring local trails. Last time we were at Pocahontas State Park, we hiked 14 miles!

We also enjoy car-related spectator activities: motorsports, drag racing,auto shows. We’re regulars at Cars & Coffee, RVA’s largest informal car show – it’s held biweekly outside Regency Square Mall. Road trips are another car-related thing we like – we enjoy visiting Washington, D.C., to tour the monument district, sample restaurants, and ust explore. We hope to make it there this year during cherry blossom season.

We also love festivals. One of our favorites is the One Music Festival in Atlanta – it didn’t happen in 2020 due to Covid and we’re looking forward to returning!

GREER AND HUGH JONES Greer is principal broker at Greer Jones Properties. Hugh is a mortgage loan officer with Geneva Financial. They have a daughter, Kaitlyn, 10.

We like to spend time outdoors. We hike, and Hugh and Kaitlyn like to camp. Top of the list is the beach: We go as often as we can. While we’re there, we hang out, play games on the beach, boogie board, and visit friends.

At home, we like Robious Landing Park – it’s right on the river, and the dogs love the trails.

We have a 1½-year-old golden retriever, Max, and a 3-year-old German shepherd, Emma. We put in a pool a year ago, and that’s now our new favorite thing. Anything that has water, we’re drawn to. Max loves the water – he jumps right in like he’s going off the diving board, and I swear he’s smiling! Emma won’t even put her paw in.

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L AU R E L A N D G R E G OT E Y Laurel owns wellness business Layered Living.

Greg is an analyst with the National GeospatialIntelligence Agency.

Children: Imogen, 9; Juliet, 7; Felicity, 4.

We enjoy taking the kids to a park. Any bad moods instantly disappear! They are relaxed and free to be themselves when exploring nature.

We love hiking around the lake at Forest Hill Park. Three Lakes Park and Nature Center has a great playground, picnic spot, and easy walking trails. Our girls enjoy kicking a soccer ball on the fields at Rockwood Park and going to the playground. At Maymont, we can picnic and visit the animals. And Belle Isle is perfect for family hikes, bike rides, picnics, and splashing in the water.

While the kids are occupied, my husband and I can simply talk and enjoy the walk. A rare moment with three kids!

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AMBER AND M AT T H A N S E N

Amber owns Glow Envy Med Spa. Matt is a sales manager.

Children: Cash, 13; Jett, 11; Lenna, 7.

We love all things outside. Matt and I met snowboarding at age 18 and the adventures haven’t stopped!

We moved to Virginia from Utah 3 years ago and love extreme sports. Our favorites are dirt biking, snowboarding, mountain biking, wakeboarding and surfing behind our boat.

Dirt biking is a springtime fave. Our daughter rides a little pink motorcycle and our boys started riding when they were little also.

They’re so good, and it’s fun to watch them fly through the air whether on a mountain bike, wake board, snowboard or dirt bike.

Matt makes sure he flies higher than the boys; Amber makes sure she has the first-aid kit handy!

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ARTICLE BY MARY ELLIN ARCH PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACQUI DEPAS

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Little Bay House sits on a sandy cove of Little Bay, just off Fleets Bay on Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay. The wide water is perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding and sailing small crafts. The long private beach is shaded by tall pines and the shore has a soft sand bottom that’s swimmable for even the very young.

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Does Gluten Disagree with You?

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If you’re not feeling well or bothered by nagging symptoms, it could be due to gluten in your diet ARTICLE BY LAUREL OTEY

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The gluten free diet has become one of the most popular diet trends around the world.

Most people may eat gluten-containing foods as part of a healthy diet. For others, gluten causes numerous health problems and worsens their quality of life.

So how do we know if we might be reacting to gluten?

Here are 9 signs that gluten isn’t working for your body. These symptoms most commonly occur in patients with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS).

1 - Brain Fog or Fatigue Neurological symptoms may be triggered by gluten.

Common signs include brain fog, chronic fatigue, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and mood swings. There are numerous other neurological symptoms, as well.

2 - Pain or Numbness Joint pain, tenderness, or swelling may be caused by a reaction to gluten. Often this pain is attributed to arthritis and so the true trigger remains unidentified.

Nerve pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness (neuropathy) are also symptoms.

Likewise, headaches and migraines are significantly more common among undiagnosed and untreated patients with celiac disease or NCGS. This is seen in both adults and children.

3 - GI Complaints Bloating, indigestion, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, or constipation are not normal or healthy.

Plus, they make life miserable!

IBS is frequently diagnosed prior to identifying gluten as a trigger for one’s symptoms.

4 - Skin Rashes Eczema, psoriasis, acne, hives, and alopecia areata (autoimmune-triggered hair loss) may indicate that gluten isn’t working for you.

These conditions have been most studied in relation to celiac disease. However, eliminating gluten may improve symptoms in people without this autoimmune disease as well.

5 - Vitamin or Mineral Deficiencies Recurrent vitamin or mineral deficiencies are a frequently missed sign of celiac disease. Left untreated, they cause serious short- and long-term health problems such as sleep disorders, osteopenia, or osteoporosis.

Patients are most likely to be chronically low in iron, vitamin D, calcium, magnesium, zinc, folate (vitamin B-9), vitamin B-12, and/or fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6).

Prior to diagnosis and treatment with a gluten free diet, supplementation may not help due to malabsorption.

6 - Oral or Dental Health Problems Dental enamel defects (stains, pits, lines, and grooves), partial or complete loss of enamel, delayed tooth eruption, frequent cavities, and recurrent mouth ulcers (canker sores) are often caused by nutrient deficiencies.

These deficiencies may be the result of a reaction to gluten.

7 - Infertility and Miscarriage When the body isn’t getting the nutrients it needs, it reacts havoc on our hormones. This can lead to reproductive problems.

Amenorrhea (no period), highly irregular menstrual cycle, endometriosis, unexplained infertility, recurrent miscarriage, and stillbirth are all possible signs of celiac disease or NCGS. 8 - Slowed Growth Failure to thrive or delayed onset of puberty are most commonly seen when celiac disease begins in early childhood.

These growth problems are signs of malnutrition.

Again, when our body isn’t getting enough of all the nutrients it needs to live and grow, numerous health problems will occur.

9 - Autoimmune Diseases Gluten is an inflammatory food and may worsen inflammatory conditions, such as autoimmune disease. Many people living with autoimmune diseases have noticed improvements in their symptoms by going gluten free.

If you think you may be reacting to gluten or wheat, talk to your doctor about comprehensive celiac disease and allergy testing.

Laurel Otey is an infant and family wellness educator and owner of Layered Living, a holistic wellness practice. She specializes in autoimmune disease, food allergies, and stress reduction. LayeredLivingLife.com

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Write your own music story. That’s exactly what the chefs, artists, historians, musicians and impassioned locals of Nashville want visitors to do as they dive into this culturally diverse and oh-so-friendly city.

Our team of local lifestyle fanatics at City Lifestyle are thrilled to collaborate with Visit Music City to present a customized visitor’s guide and exclusive GIVEAWAY* to this city rich in experiences that only Nashville can give. It’s a destination drenched in distinction with elevated tastes, down-home charm and a range of discoveries both well-known and emerging—Nashville is ready to rock your world.

With recent headlines such as “Top destinations for food and city lovers” (Tripadvisor), “Most anticipated hotel openings of 2022” (Forbes), and “Top global venues for live music” (Tennessean), Nashville has so much more than you’ve ever imagined, and we’re here to round up our recommendations for you.

Whether you’re a Nashville enthusiast or a novice soon to cross this off your domestic bucket list, you will love the medley of past meets present and Southern roots paired with modern amenities. As the largest city in Tennessee, Nashville boasts an impressive array of destinations, including luxurious hotels such as the Sheraton Grand in the heart of downtown, Urban Cowboy, Noelle and The Hermitage Hotel, which houses the upscale restaurant Drusie and Darr, led by world-renowned chef Jean-Gorges. Come and enjoy a truly elevated dining experience that reflects the new era of Nashville.

When ready to absorb the historic side of the city, the centuries-old landmark and winery, Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery, offers guests “historic tours, family tours, wine and food pairings, bourbon tastings and chef-inspired food and wine pairings” that are unparalleled in their local experience. Likewise, Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery carries an incredible story of origination and bottles a remarkable 1860 family recipe that made Tennessee Whiskey world famous.

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Let’s talk about one of the most anticipated— the food scene! Three things Nashville is known for are hot chicken, barbecue, and meat & three restaurants. Meat & three is a traditional Southern, cafeteria-style eatery with three meats changing daily, such as roast beef, meatloaf, fried chicken or catfish, plus your choice of three vegetable sides.

Nashville has amassed a lot of attention over the last 10 years for its exquisite food scene, with several James Beard award-winning chefs and an incredible independent restaurant scene.

People know how good the food scene is, but if they really want to find those independent chef-driven restaurants like Rolf and Daughters, FOLK, Bastion, Locust, or Henrietta Red, these are the chefs that garner a lot of attention that you won’t want to miss.

Along with these notable culinary establishments, don’t overlook mainstays such as Arnold’s Country Kitchen, a traditional meat & three that has been in the same family for decades and where chefs love to eat because everything is sourced locally and delicious. Whether it’s traditional Southern food or higher end chef-driven cuisine, the quality is expected and delivered.

You can also find dozens of amazing rooftop bars and cocktail lounges, as well as many hidden bars you can dig around for, such as the one in the Noelle hotel.

For the art lovers at heart, Nashville’s ever-growing arts scene is as diverse and approachable as its music scene. Murals, streets art, public art, art galleries and museums are all a part of experiencing Nashville’s visual art offerings. Music history venues such as the new National Museum of African American Music will complement your old favorite Frist Art Museum, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, and Grand Ole Opry experiences. According to @visitmusiccity, “Everyone should do the Grand Ole Opry one night; it’s not just about the music, it’s a piece of history and the world’s longest running radio show.”

“Nashville’s ever-growing arts scene is as diverse and approachable as its music scene.

Murals, streets art, public art, art galleries, and museums are all a part of experiencing Nashville’s visual art offerings.”

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As for the lay of the land, Nashville is definitely a city of neighborhoods. Each neighborhood is known for its own distinct feel and personality.

East Nashville is funky, artsy, trendy and quirky.

Germantown is a little more upscale with its chefdriven restaurants and walkable nature, known as Nashville’s first neighborhood founded by German settlers. 12South has eateries, boutique shopping and a lot of local favorites. Wedgewood-Houston is in transition mode right now with great breweries, distilleries, bakeries and art galleries.

In the end, they all have their own scene. Plus, you can shop your heart out at a wealth of boutiques, galleries and local maker shops, as well as Nashville’s upscale The Mall at Green Hills brimming with luxury stores such as Golden Goose and Gucci.

Last but not least is the music scene. Whether you’re into blues, jazz, honky tonk, rock, symphony or quite literally any genre of music imaginable, Nashville has it all.

Spend one night on Broadway hopping bar to bar, sit orchestra-side at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, tour and take in a show at the 130-year-old Ryman Auditorium, then experience a songwriter’s night at The Bluebird or The Listening Room Cafe.

The music is different every night everywhere, so one is best served by referring to visitmusiccity.com for their Upcoming Concerts Calendar to soak up all the magnificent sounds.

There’s often a general misconception that if you don’t like country music that you won’t enjoy this musically rooted city. This could not be farther from the truth, according to the team of lifestyle experts at Visit Music City.

“There’s a lot more than just country music happening here. Country music laid the foundation that put all of these song writers, studios, musicians and infrastructure into place for all of this music to happen. But whether you like country music or not, what you don’t realize is that there’s a lot of music you might like that you never thought of as country.” This is a revelation that will pleasantly surprise many.

And, what better way to bestow a no-questions-asked travel itinerary than with the locals’ knowledge. “Once people experience the genuine hospitality of Nashville to the level they do, many are surprised by how incredibly friendly people are.” Visit Music City Visit Music City offers a complimentary service called Trip Planner where you can contact their “Nashville Experts” who work on the visitor experience team, and they will help as much or as little as you want, including an entire agenda or a few suggestions (See “Plan a Trip” on the site).

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APRIL 2022

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College of William and Mary Choir

RI VER R OAD BAPTIST CHURCH | 2:30 P M From the earliest days of River Road Church, it was the intention of the founders that the music ministry be of the highest quality. Here, music is rooted in the work of time-honored composers of the “classical” tradition, while embracing a wide range of styles and periods. Come for this installment of the E. Carl Freeman Concert Series. rrcb.org A P RIL 4 T H

Neumann Lecture on Music - Storyteller of the Shadowland

U KROP AUDITORIUM | 7:30 PM Robynn Stilwell is a musicologist whose research centers on the meaning of music as an expression, or impression, of movement through space and narrative. Her lecture will focus on songwriter Robbie Robertson.

Canadian by nationality, but half-Mohawk and half-Ashkenazy Jewish by ethnicity, Robertson was the primary songwriter of the seminal roots group, The Band. modlin.richmond.edu/events A P RIL 9 T H

Easter Egg Hunt

PAS S ION COMMUN ITY CHUR C H - MI DLOT H I A N CA MP US | 2:0 0 P M The church is having its first Easter event at the Midlothian Campus. Festivities to include a petting zoo and a “Meet the Easter Bunny” photo booth. Families of all ages invited! Till 4 p.m. More details to come. pccwired.net/event A P RIL 9 T H

Freedom Boat Club Open House

ROCKETTS LAN DIN G MARIN A | 1 2:0 0 P M Spring into boating with Freedom Boat Club this year! Visit the club at Rocketts Landing Marina April 9 from noon-6 p.m. to see the boats, meet the team, and learn about what the club has to offer. info.freedomboatclub.com

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Acoustic Concert Series: L.P. Kelly

PERKIN S ON CEN TER FOR TH E A RTS & E DUCAT I O N | 7 :0 0 P M The sound of L.P. Kelly comes broadly from the early days of American roots music, when bluesmen sang from front porches on hot afternoons. Kelly plays original music that demands the listener dig deeper to find its roots in geography and time. Free. chesterfield.evanced.info A P RIL 1 6T H

Family Easter

MAY MON T CARRIAG E HOU S E L AWN | 9 :0 0 A M Experience one of Richmond’s favorite Easter events! The whole family will enjoy exciting games and activities, visits with the Easter Bunny, live entertainment, food trucks and more. Till 3 p.m. maymont.org A P RIL 2 0 T H

Cuban Spectacular from The Big Easy to The Big Apple

CAMP CON CERT HALL | 7:30 P M This multimedia event traces the blending of Cuban rhythms with American jazz. The audience will travel from Cuba to New Orleans and New York City to experience the mambo dance craze of the 1950s. The UR jazz ensemble, dancers, and guest Cuban and American artists will perform. The music of Cuban composer Daniel Guzmán Loyzaga, artist-in-residence, will be featured. modlin.richmond.edu/events A P RIL 2 3 RD

Earth Day Program: Vermicomposting and Traditional Composting

CEN TRAL LIBRARY | 12:00 P M Chesterfield County Cooperative Extension will discuss and demonstrate two methods to create healthy soil. Attendees will learn a small-scale vermicomposting—composting with worms—technique that is easy to manage. The second method will focus on traditional composting. Free. For adults. chesterfield.evanced.info CONTINUED >

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Richmond Doll Show

RI CHMON D R ACEWAY COMPLE X | 9 :30 A M Featuring antique to modern, dolls and accessories. Till 3:30 p.m. richmondracewaycomplex.com

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Stories and Songs in the Oral Tradition

PER KIN S ON CEN TER FOR THE A RTS & E DUCAT I O N | 1 :0 0 P M Charlotte Blake Alston is a nationally acclaimed storyteller, narrator, instrumentalist, librettist and singer who has performed in venues throughout North America and abroad for over 30 years. She is committed to the preservation of African and African American oral storytelling traditions. Her stories include folktales, historical stories and songs that highlight the richness of those traditions. perkinsoncenter.org

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Herbs Galore & More

MAYMON T CAR R IAG E HOUS E L AWN | 8 :0 0 A M Herbs Galore & More is a much-anticipated annual plant sale that draws thousands of garden enthusiasts from across the Greater Richmond area. More than 50 vendors participated in the 36th annual Herbs Galore event in 2021, offering herbs, annuals, perennials, vegetables, pottery, garden décor, and many additional garden-related items. Till 3 p.m. maymont.org

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UR Chamber Ensembles

CA MP CON CERT HALL | 7:30 P M The ensembles, coached by Department of Music faculty members, will present an evening of music performances by student instrumentalists, vocalists, and pianists. Free. modlin.richmond.edu/events

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