Some big musical acts will join some of Richmon’s favorite local radio personalities for an event to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation this weekend.
Local Radio Personalities Host Three-Day Broadcast to Support Food Bank
Popular local radio personalities from 103.7 The River have been broadcasting live since yesterday and will continue to through tomorrow evening at the Kroger at 11895 West Broad Street, across from Short Pump Town Center. The broadcasts are part of Cox Media Group-Richmond’s month long food drive called Feed Richmond, benefitting the Central Virginia Food Bank.
Local Candy Store Makes the Holidays a Little Sweeter for Our Troops Abroad
Sweet Spot in West Broad Village is helping to make the holiday season a little sweeter for those who serve our country abroad. The shop partnered with neighboring Pocahontas Middle School to set up a drop off location for Halloween candy donated from the shop’s campaign to collect the sweets to send to our troops overseas.
Musician Completes 36 Hour Music Marathon, Nets $2,500 for Salvation Army
A 36 hour feat that many thought impossible has netted more than $2,500 for a local charity. The Salvation Army Richmond’s Music Director Matt Sims played his instrument for an entire day and a half outside Dick’s Sporting Goods at Short Pump Town Center, a feat never before accomplished by any Salvation Army musician anywhere.
Saxon Shoes Collecting Shoes for the Needy at Short Pump Store
Local retail store Saxon Shoes recently launched the nineteenth year of the Saxon Shoes for the Needy program, collecting used, but useable shoes to benefit area families in need. Churches, schools, scout troops, and other community groups and organizations in the Short Pump area are encouraged to participate and help Saxon spread the word about the need for shoe donations in November and December.
Salvation Army Kicking off Holiday Campaign with 36 Consecutive Hours of Music
On Friday, November 11th, Central Virginia will once again welcome the familiar sounds of bells and Christmas music as The Salvation Army begins its annual Red Kettle Campaign.This year’s campaign will officially kick off at 9 a.m. when Matt Sims, Music Director for The Salvation Army Central Virginia, plays his first note at a Red Kettle at Short Pump Town Center. Sims will continue playing notes until 9 p.m. on Saturday, November 12th, having played for a grand total of 36-hours, a feat never before attempted by any Salvation Army musician.
Children’s Museum of Richmond’s Short Pump Location Hosting Louisa Earthquake Fundraiser
The Children’s Museum of Richmond is teaming up with a local insurance agency to raise funds for Louisa County Schools, which suffered extensive damage in the 5.8 magnitude earthquake that hit central Virginia on August 23, 2011. CMoR will open its doors for this special benefit at both its Central and Short Pump locations on Saturday evening, November 5.
Deep Run Students Hosting “Pink Out” in Support of Breast Cancer
Students at a local high school have organized a fundraiser at a home football game in dedication to finding a cure for breast cancer. Deep Run students will host a “Pink Out” at the October 14th game in support of breast cancer awareness.
Short Pump Shorts: Week-Long Cancer Fundraiser, Cupcakes Get Wicked & More
All this week, tenants of West Broad Village are hosting a “FUNdraising For The Cure” cancer awareness event. Proceeds from certain items at West Broad Village restaurants and shops will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. For a listing of participating tenants and daily specials, visit The French Boutique’s website.
5th Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome 5K This Weekend at Short Pump Town Center
The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond is hosting a great event this weekend at Short Pump Town Center. The organization will hold its fifth annual Step Up for Down Syndrome 5K and Family Festival Saturday, October 8th from 8:30 a.m. until noon.
