Information on political and community events in and around Richmond, Virginia. There will be occasional listings for other nearby cities, mostly Charlottesville, Roanoke, and Washington DC. Also, less commonly, people's history, citizen journalism, information and instruction generally relevant to action.
This is not a theory blog; its primary purpose is to compile news and opportunities for local action.
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Zine Fest Benefit Show featuring Zac Hryciak & the Jungle Beat, Julie Karr, and Rameysaurus
Friday, May 24th, at 8pm, at Studio Two Three (1617 West Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220), there will be a benefit show for the 2013 Richmond Zine Fest, taking place in October.
Zac Hryciak & the Jungle Beat, Julie Karr, and Rameysaurus will be playing.
RSVP through the title link.
7:29 pm • 19 May 2013 • 2 notes
Local Fundraising Project, Dollars for Daughters, seeks LGBTQ-friendly band to play for benefit show.
Local project Dollars for Daughters is seeking a local LGBTQ-friendly band to play for a fundraiser at the Camel. The funds will go to the Ali Forney Center, a New York City organization which assists LGBTQ homeless youth.
See contact details through the link.
11:35 pm • 1 May 2013 • 1 note
Benefit Show at the Nile for the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project
This Sunday, April 21st, at 10pm, at Nile Ethiopian Restaurant (309 North Laurel Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220), there will be a benefit concert for the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project. Grump, IJI, Sports Bar, and Bad Magic will be playing. Donations accepted at the door.
The Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project only has a few days left in their fundraising endeavors, and they’re more than $18k behind last year’s budget. Given that obtaining abortion care is going to become more and more expensive this year, as more clinics shut down in response to the new TRAP regulation, this is a recipe for disaster. The first clinic has already closed.
RSVP through the title link.
11:40 pm • 19 April 2013
Strange Matter show featuring Jake Mayday, Furious George, Queer Rocket, Harrison Four, to benefit RRFP
On Saturday, April 20th, at 5pm, at Strange Matter (929 West Grace Street, Richmond VA), there will be an early show to benefit the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project. $5 donation at the door.
Jake Mayday, Furious George, Queer Rocket and Harrison Four will be playing.
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible bathrooms, and non-sex-specific bathrooms. RSVP through the link.
12:39 am • 4 April 2013 • 4 notes
April Fool's Benefit for the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project
Monday, April 1st, from 9pm-2am, at Strange Matter (929 West Grace Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220), there will be a benefit for the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project.
Bad Magic and Heavy Midgets will be playing. Dance records selected by Area Woman, Lightning’s Girl and Dj Mike of Beard.
$5 suggested donation at the door. 18+. This venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible, non-sex-specific restrooms. The menu is vegan accommodating. RSVP through the link.
Although this entry is tagged “April Fool’s Day,” the event is actually happening as described.
11:46 pm • 31 March 2013 • 2 notes
ANIMAL Presents "COMMON PEOPLE: A Benefit for the RRFP!"
Thursday, March 28th, 9pm-2am, at Babes of Carytown (3166 West Cary Street, Richmond VA), ANIMAL is holding a benefit for the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project.
Performers will include Swordplay, Miss J (both featured in Cooch Watch’s anti-Cuccinelli music videos), and PT Burnem. There will be door prizes from fantastic local businesses. 21 and up only, $5 at the door.
RSVP through the link.
3:50 am • 17 March 2013
Strange Matter benefit show for the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project
On Sunday, March 24th, from 5-9pm, at Strange Matter (929 W Grace St, Richmond, Virginia 23220), there will be a benefit concert for the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project. $5 at the door, all proceeds to the RRFP.
Featured bands include Queener, Peace Beast, and the Milkstains.
RSVP through the title link. Strange Matter is wheelchair accessible with accessible and non-sex-specific bathrooms. There is a substantial vegan menu.
2:53 am • 17 March 2013
Richmond Hostel Benefit Show
Saturday, April 13th, at 7pm, at Gallery 5 (200 West Marshall Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220), there will be a benefit show for the Richmond Hostel.
$5 at the door, bands to be announced. RSVP through the title link.
1:53 pm • 6 March 2013 • 2 notes
RVA HOME Project Benefit Show
On Friday February 22nd, from 9:30pm-2am, at Strange Matter (929 West Grace Street, Richmond VA 23220), there will be a benefit show for RVA Heirloom and Organic Meals for Everyone (HOME). Proceeds will go to purchasing seeds and growing supplies. $5-10 dollar suggested donation.
The lineup includes First Creature, Bad Magic, Double Rainbow, White Laces, and Pedals on our Pirate Ships.
Strange Matter is wheelchair accessible, with non-sex-specific bathrooms, and a vegan/vegetarian friendly menu. It is a bar, so this is not a sober event. This event is 18 and up only.
8:51 pm • 15 February 2013 • 1 note
Hollaback! RVA fundraiser by ANIMAL
On February 14th, from 9pm-2am, at Babe’s of Carytown (3166 West Cary Street, Richmond, Virginia 23221), there will be a benefit show for Hollaback! RVA, a feminist organization against street harassment. The fundraiser is presented by ANIMAL.
There is no cover, but donations are welcome. $1 tacos and baked goods will be on sale. 21+ only.
1:34 pm • 30 January 2013 • 1 note