Iris my Case One of my earliest memories is walking in a wooded area behind my house and stumbling across a bearded iris in full bloom. My first reaction was stunned awe and delight at its beauty. My second was to jank the whole plant from the ground and drag it inside the kitchen…
Know your H2O If you’re looking for things to do in the next two months, why not plan an adventure on or around the James River? Whether you want to be in it, on it, or near it, Richmond has a wide variety of river-based activities to welcome in the summer. First stop,…
Getting the Blues After the last issue of IORVA we received a request for an article on how to attract bluebirds. Happy to oblige, but attracting bluebirds is like dating. You can do your best to attract someone, but it all comes down to luck and chemistry. Bluebirds, like lonely hearts, are complicated critters. …
Painting a Wall As much as I look forward to April’s arrival, it is a month of many moods. Warm one day, chance of frost the next, clear and beautiful, quickly followed by days of rain. If the weather puts your outside plans on hold, you can tackle a decorating project that will…
Bee Happy There is no shortage of things to do in Richmond as the weather warms up, and here are a few suggestions for the adventurous. Ever thought about raising honey bees? Siller Bee Farms is offering an all day class covering the basics of raising bees. Whether you have a general interest…
To Hellebore With the Rules Sometimes you have to break the rules a little bit. Generally, the end of fall signals a break in adding plants to your garden, and it’s a smart move if your ground freezes over the winter. Here in Richmond however, a cold spell long enough to freeze the ground…
Crawl into Cozy I’ve always had an adversarial relationship with February. Nothing personal, it’s just in the way. I’m one of those optimists that thinks March is a Spring month, and if February would just kindly step out of line, the rest of us could get right to the budding flowers and warm…
Jingle RVA…Me, Myself, & I Between gifting, wrapping, and delivering cheer to those near and dear to me, this holiday elf needs a little TLC at the end of the Merrymaking season. Whether it’s a massage from my favorite spot in Richmond or an iconic volcano candle to burn after the holiday parties…
Jingle RVA…for the Family Today’s gift guide is all about the smallest members on your list! From bikes to books, I have selected gifts and experiences that I love from some of my favorite local businesses. When thinking about gifting for my friends and family, I like to balance a few wrapped presents…
Jingle RVA…for the Adventurer Looking to give the adrenaline seekers on your gift list a real rush this holiday season? Scroll down to see my top picks for spots across Richmond to do, learn, or create something amazing. Plus check out a few gifts to supply those adventures with the best gear. Whether those…
