Richmond, Va

Richmond Music Scene:  Ben Folds Live at the National

March 21st at 8:00 PM

Here's a video of Ben playing "Annie Waits" one of my favorite songs that he sings.  Such a catchy tune!

See Ben Folds Live at the National in Richmond on Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 8:00p.
Click here to order tickets online now.

The National
704 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219
(757) 622-9877

Ireland Trip April 9 - 18, 2010

Bruce Miller and Phil Whiteway, Barksdale Theatre & Theatre IV's Artistic and Managing Directors (and Winners of Virginia’s 2008 Governor’s Award for the Arts), invite you to join them as they lead their sixth exciting trip, "Inspiring Ireland," produced in cooperation with Covington International Travel. Together you will explore the richness and complexity of theatrical Ireland as well as the history of the magical Green Isle.

Friday, April 9—Afternoon departure from Richmond to Dublin through Atlanta.

Saturday, April 10—Morning arrival at Dublin Airport. Private motorcoach transfer to Malahide Castle for a brief tour and time for coffee. A short drive ends at the city-center hotel:

The Westin Dublin - a 5-star property (4 nights) Afternoon at leisure. Evening reception at the hotel.

Sunday, April 11—Following breakfast, included daily in The Exchange Restaurant, Bruce, Phil and Dee Dee lead a tour of Dublin’s finest literary and theatrical sites. Afternoon is at leisure. We have tickets to the evening show at The Gate Theatre.

Monday, April 12—Full-day tour to the Wicklow Mountains to see Glendalough and Powerscourt Gardens, including lunch at Avoca Café. Glendalough is a monastic complex founded in the 6th century; Powerscourt is a magnificent example of an aristo- cratic garden laid out with taste, great delicacy and refinement of detail. Evening is at leisure.

Tuesday, April 13—Morning backstage tour followed by a free afternoon. Tonight's performance is at the The Gaiety Theatre.

Wednesday, April 14—We leave Dublin and take a guided motorcoach tour through the Irish countryside to Killarney. We stop at the Rock of Cashel, have lunch and arrive at the hotel that afternoon:

Killarney Park Hotel - a 5-star property (4 nights) Welcome reception at the hotel.

Thursday, April 15—Breakfast is included daily in the Garden Bar. Today we have a choice of tours. The first option is The Gap of Dunloe, a breathtaking wilderness experience through the Lakes of Killarney and over Ireland’s highest peak in a horse-drawn jaunting cart. Second is a lovely lake cruise on the Lily of Killarney followed by a tour of the incredible Muckross House, Abbey and Gardens. This evening is capped off with a performance by Killarney’s own, Liam O’Connor.

Friday, April 16—Full-day guided tour around the amazing Ring of Kerry by private motorcoach.

Saturday, April 17—Day at leisure followed by a grand "Farewell to Ireland" party in the evening.

Sunday, April 18—Depart Killarney for Dublin to board flight to New York JFK with connection to Richmond.

Click here for pricing and to download a reservation form. Questions? Call Dee Dee White at Covington Travel 804-747-4129.

Pedal Power 2010 - Richmond's team cycling competition for energy sustainability

Pedal Power is committed to educating the community on the many alternatives available to consumers for our sustainability.  Beyond events, Pedal Power seeks to demonstrate simple steps we can all take to reduce energy consumption and adverse impact on the environment.

When: Saturday, March 20th
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Where: Endorphin Fitness
8910 Patterson Avenue

How: You and one partner connect your bikes to an energy harnessing device to generate DC current as you pedal continuously for 30 minutes. Converted energy from your team's pedaling is used to power portions of the building at Endorphin Fitness Center. Professional coaches at Endorphin encourage everyone to reach their potential and produce the greatest amount of electricity. Prizes are awarded to the top 3 cyclists in both the men's and women's categories.

Why: Educate yourself and others on energy sustainability. No longer take for granted personal energy consumption and learn about steps you can take to reduce it. Register here today. It's as fun and easy as riding your bike!