One of the most fun and delicious ways to get acquainted with a new city is to taste some of its signature dishes. But how do you decide where to go? We at the Grace Manor Inn are always happy to provide suggestions, but now you can also sign up for a Real Richmond Food [...]
Archive for December, 2010
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Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010Richmond Nativity Pageant: A Christmas Tradition
Monday, December 20th, 2010Take part in one of Richmond’s oldest Christmas traditions this Thursday (12/23) a 7 p.m. when the Richmond Nativity Pageant takes place for the 79th time. Head to the Carillon in Byrd Park (it’s only a few blocks from our inn!) and watch a cast and choir of about 300 people perform. As you can [...]
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The Perfect Gift: A Grace Manor Inn Gift Certificate
Sunday, December 19th, 2010Still looking to check a few names off your Christmas list? Give a Grace Manor Inn gift card. Our cozy B&B is a perfect place to give out-of-town visitors some privacy and a sense of the South when visiting town. It’s also a lovely spot where Richmond residents can retreat for a romantic vacation without [...]
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Dominion GardenFest of Lights: Going on Now
Tuesday, December 14th, 2010Now through January 10 is your chance to see Richmond’s Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden transformed into a winter wonderland during Dominion Gardenfest of Lights. Stroll through the gardens and check out tons of lighted sculptures that fall under this year’s theme, “Fire & Ice.” It’s chilly outside, so there are also chances to warm up [...]
Get Gifts at RCM’s Handmade Holiday!
Wednesday, December 8th, 2010This Sunday (12/12) is one of your biggest and best chances to score handmade gifts. The Richmond Craft Mafia’s Handmade Holiday Craft Show takes place at Plant Zero from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. What is the Richmond Craft Mafia, you ask? Well, it’s a group of local crafters who gather to network and promote [...]
VA Wine Expo: Plan your weekend now!
Tuesday, December 7th, 2010Right now you may be in the throws of holiday craziness, but step back for a moment and think of next year. Namely, next February, because tickets for the Virginia Wine Expo are on sale now. This event, which takes place during the weekend of February 26-28, is your chance to taste more than 350 [...]
Court End Christmas
Sunday, December 5th, 2010Sunday (12/12) from 12 to 5 p.m. is your chance to get historical information and holiday cheer all for free at Court End Christmas when nine historical downtown sites will open their doors. All you’ve gotta do is head to VCU Hospital’s visitors’ parking deck at the intersection of 12th and Leigh streets, St Paul’s [...]
Register Now for the Monument Ave. 10k!
Saturday, December 4th, 2010This year Richmond’s biggest running event takes place on April 2, 2011. The crazy-fun time known as the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k Presented by Martin’s, accepts the first 40,000 runners who sign up and is one of your few chances to catch sprinters in Chewbacca, Charlie Brown, Indiana Jones and other crazy costumes. So, even [...]
First Fridays Returns
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010It’s that time again. First Fridays takes place this Friday starting around 6 p.m. and running til around 10 p.m. along Broad Street. This is one of Richmond’s funnest city-centric events with openings at local galleries, street performers, restaurant specials and more. Check out the First Fridays map to find all the spots that are [...]
