archive for March, 2008
March 1, 2008
Fundamentals of Brick Repointing and Repair & Introduction to Porch Repair and Reconstruction
Two classes, Fundamentals of Brick Repointing and Repair and Introduction to Porch Repair and Reconstruction, are being offered by the Pythagoras School for Skilled Building Craftsmanship in conjunction with the Historic Jackson Ward Association, Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church, and Davies Masonry and Restoration Inc. The classes will be held from 8AM-4PM daily on April 7-11 and April 14-18 (respectively) and will take place at 1 West Duval Street.
March 1, 2008
got a new tree near your house?
Does it have a bright green “gator” bag like this one attached to it? If so, please fill it once a week — and maybe even talk with your neighbors about helping you. (The fill-up slot is underneath the label at the top of the bag.) These bags are important to the survival of the small trees — over 50% of new trees fail because of lack of water, and rainfall is short this winter. [via]
March 2, 2008
more Gilpin violence
A man and a woman were both shot in the leg at about 3:45PM yesterday afternoon in the Gilpin area. According to the police, the victims were walking down Federal Street when the shots were fired. [via]
March 2, 2008
this week’s C&JWN calendar
These United States, Marionette, The Great White Jenkins, The HotDamns; Tuesday Verses; First Friday Artwalk; MORE…
March 3, 2008
Free Press profiles Wilbert H. Brooks Jr
The current issue of the Richmond Free Press profiles Wilbert H. Brooks Jr. Brooks is the new president of Club 533, “the private club that has been a civic and social institution in Jackson Ward for 52 years”.
March 4, 2008
trash talk
A brief interview with Acting Director of the Department of Public Works Rosemary Green outlining the new ordinance regarding city residents responsibilities for timely removal and placement of Supercans and recycling bins from the public rights of way.
March 4, 2008
Spring issue of The Ward out now
The spring issue of The Ward (PDF), the Historic Jackson Ward Association’s newsletter, is now on the way to residents. This issue includes info about our Virginia General Assembly representatives, the upcoming parking needs assessment, the TRC Technology Center, April’s Spring Clean-up, and more…
March 5, 2008
January issue of The Carver Whisperer
The January issue of The Carver Whisperer (PDF) is now available online and includes info on Carver parking restrictions, Real Estate Committee update, and more… [via]
March 5, 2008
Sectors 412/413 reports for February (UPDATED)
The February report Sector 412 (PDF) from Lieutenant Timothy Morley and the February report Sector 413 (PDF) from Lieutenant Lisa Drew are both now available. From the 412 report:
Sergeant William Phibbs of the Day Shift investigated a call of an individual selling drugs on Moore Street. Good investigative techniques led to an arrest for possession of cocaine with intent to distribute.
March 6, 2008
Repressed III @ Gallery5
Repressed III, a show dedicated to socially conscious works, opens Friday 7PM-11PM @ Gallery5. Repressed III is being held in conjunction with the 2008 Southern Graphics Council Conference and runs through March 28.
March 7, 2008
heating and cooling your old house
ACORN is pleased to offer a new “Fix-It-Up” workshop: Heating and Cooling Your Old House. There are many different ways to heat and cool historic homes but what is the best way to keep the integrity of your home and still accomplish this goal? Justin Nelson, with Dominion Heating & Air Conditioning will provide some direction for homeowners on how to improve upon an existing system or how to successfully install a new, energy efficient system for your house while maintaining the historic integrity of your home.
March 8, 2008
last night’s wet First Friday
TVRichmond took a walk around last night’s First Friday and caught the atmosphere of Quirk Gallery and Metro Space.
