Black Vegan Experience in Richmond to Debut on May 15

The Black Vegan Experience multicultural educational conference scheduled to debut last year will be held on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This celebration of African American ancestry and networking event was born in November 2019 during a Vitamix demonstration and conversation between a vegan teacher, vegan nurse, vegan nutritionist and naturopathic physician. Read More »

Carole Louie Finds a Home in Balance RVA

Carole Louie, founder of The Center-RVA, has joined the wellness practitioners at Balance RVA, central Virginia’s only wellness office/co-work center. Read More »

The Healing Power of Nature at Lewis Ginter

Lewis Ginter will host M&T Bank RESTORE: The Healing Power of Nature through October 31 where you can gain a deeper understanding of your vital connection with the natural world and restore yourself through the healing power of nature. Read More »

Childbearing Resource Mapping Project Launched

Nurture has launched The Perinatal Resource Mapping Project, which is a first step toward the creation of a community-driven, web-based resource that will contain a searchable, filterable database and calendar of local pregnancy, birth and early parenting resources geared towards people who are pregnant or in their first two years of parenting. Read More »

Ms. Bee’s Adds Second Location on Clay St.

Ms. Bee's Juice Bar & Cafe has opened a second location at 1015 East Clay Street in Richmond’s historic Valentine Museum. Owner and local realtor, Brandi Battle-Brown, noticed how the museum lacked healthy food options for its downtown patrons and knew that Ms. Bee’s Juice Bar & Café could fill that need with its cold press juices, fresh smoothies, vegan-friendly food options, nourishing soups, house-brewed teas and wellness shots. Read More »

Open House at Virginia Free Farm

The nonprofit Virginia Free Farm will hold an Open House and Field Day at noon on July 10 for the community to learn more about their mission of providing quality, nutritious food to the needy in Central Virginia, as well as educational opportunities for children, volunteer opportunities for adults and information regarding their food justice initiatives and seed saving. Read More »

Keep Virginia Cozy was voted Best Environmental Organization of 2021

Keep Virginia Cozy was voted Best Environmental Organization of 2021 in Best of the Blue Ridge. The environmental nonprofit is dedicated to ridding the natural world of litter while promoting diversity and inclusion in our public lands. Read More »

Create a Dog-Friendly Yard: Plants, Paths and Play Areas to Wag a Tail

For homeowners with dogs, consider “dog-scaping” with these pet-friendly plants and flea-repelling herbs, thoughtful play areas and other tips for the backyard. Read More »

Beat the Blues Naturally: Drug-Free Ways to Treat Depression

Herbs, dietary changes, exercise routines and other effective alternative therapies to naturally help treat those suffering from depression without the side effects of antidepressants. Read More »

Vegan Road-Tripping: Travel Tips for Plant-Based Eaters

Ways to enjoy healthy, plant-based eating when traveling with on-the-go vegan food planning and preparation. Read More »