Art Afternoon showcases Richmond’s talent
By Kathy Chouteau
Sunday, June 30, wasn’t just any afternoon in Richmond. It was East Brother Beer Co.’s Art Afternoon, a time to celebrate great art, music, dancing, food, and of course, beer.
Approximately 120 people...
Seven simple summer pleasures in Richmond
By Kathy Chouteau
When it comes to enjoying the simple pleasures of summer, Richmond offers an abundance of exciting options for anyone up for a little local adventure. The Rich Life has compiled a short...
Children’s book about Richmond athlete now has soundtrack
Never Give Up, the Kenneth Walker III Story, a children's book about the life of former Kennedy High graduate and star football player, now has a soundtrack filled with local hip hop talent and...
Healthy Village Festival set for downtown Richmond park Saturday
The Richmond Main Street Initiative (RMSI) is inviting the community to its annual free health and wellness festival at Richmond's downtown park this Saturday, June 29.
The family-friendly festival runs from 10 a.m. to 2...
The Shops at Hilltop to hold Feng Shui Ceremony
An internationally recognized practitioner of Feng Shui is set to deliver a special education presentation and Yu Wei Rice Blessing at The Shops at Hilltop on Friday, June 28.
Alex Stark will lead the discussion...
Much more than an ice cream truck
You'll know when this new ice cream truck begins rolling through Richmond neighborhoods.
It will be the one ice cream truck that isn't playing that traditional jingle on repeat.
Richmond native Darrell Russell (Doc Dolla) and...
Betty Reid Soskin to read, sign books at Richmond Food Hall
Living legend Betty Reid Soskin is set to read and sign her book at the new Richmond Food Hall this Sunday.
The event, which will include local food vendor pop-ups serving tasty selections, will be...
Point Richmond kicks off annual summer concert series
By Zach Chouteau
When it comes to local warm-weather traditions the whole family can enjoy, the Point Richmond Summer Music Festival—now in its 18th year—is as lively as any.
That was certainly the case during its...
Juneteenth parade Grand Marshal heartened by youth participation
At 83 years old, Mel Davis knows he'll one day have to pass the baton.
The longtime community advocate, currently treasurer of the Neighborhood Block Association (NBA) and formerly a member of the City of...
Kaleidoscope Coffee to open renovated backyard next month
The hip, art-infused Kaleidoscope Coffee in Point Richmond is set to become even more fun with the opening next month of its renovated backyard.
The spacious, comfy coffee shop that opened over three years ago...
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Winter Solstice gathering at Point Pinole to feature singing and ‘shrooms
By Kathy Chouteau
Got plans for the Winter Solstice? How about a community song circle and mushroom walk?
Eileen Hazel of Eileen Hazel Music out of...
Richmond Fire Youth Academy to host Open House for prospective recruits
By Kathy Chouteau
The Richmond Fire Youth Academy will host an “Open House and Sign-Up Info Day” Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8 a.m. to 2...
From its first campus in a Richmond shipyard, 4CD marks 75 years
By Kathy Chouteau
The Contra Costa Community College District (4CD) is celebrating its 75th anniversary.
The Governing Board of 4CD will launch a year of celebrations...
