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Happy weekend, Petersburg!
In today’s happening-today edition: Blair Underwood’s new book, a frozen-foot adventure race, a barnyard farm swap, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
A legacy of inspiration: Petersburg’s Blair Underwood honors his late mother in his new book A Soldier’s Wife, reflecting on family memories, a Broadway chapter, and his ongoing community health work in Washington, DC — read the full story.
Impact beyond the barracks: Fort Lee’s BOSS program won the Army’s Best Community Service award for thousands of volunteer hours feeding Dinwiddie and Petersburg families, helping 1,518 households in 2025 and donating pantry equipment — read the full story.
Music, community, and giving: The 15th annual Richmond Bluegrass Jam will return to American Legion Post 354, Midlothian, on May 2, with free admission and donations supporting Liberation Veteran Services and Richmond Fisher House — get all the details.
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Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fries worth a detour: When the fry craving hits, The Brickhouse Run serves crisp, golden fries (the proper British “chips”) that shine with a pint, or beside hearty pub staples. Cozy, no-fuss vibes, reliably tasty potatoes… consider this your weeknight treat-yourself nudge.
Subtle refresh, big mood: If your skin needs a gentle nudge, APLUS Lifestyle Wellness & Med Spa offers Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, microchanneling, IV hydration, and weight support under one friendly roof. Expect tailored care, no hard sell, and results that look like you… only fresher.
Weekend chains to chase: White Bank Park Disc Golf Course weaves fair wooded lines beside a breezy creek, turning after-work loops into a mini escape. Bring a friend, try the alternate tees, and see if your putter behaves for 18. Local, laid-back, and sneakily addictive.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🚜 Farm Swap @ Agri Supply of Petersburg | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Agri Supply’s parking lot is going full barnyard with a Petersburg farm swap, where you can buy, sell, or trade chickens, ducks, goats, hatching eggs, and homemade goods. It’s Facebook Marketplace that clucks, with a food truck, free browsing, and free vendor spots.
🏃 Frozen Foot Adventure Race @ Pocahontas State Park (Chesterfield) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Layer up and point your sense of adventure toward Pocahontas State Park for the 6th Frozen Foot Adventure Race. Expect renowned singletrack, smart course design from Team ThisAbility, and a few curveballs that will make your quads complain, your friends laugh, and your kid grin.
🍀 Shamrock & Roll @ Colonial Harley-Davidson (Prince George) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Skip the green beer circus and celebrate St. Patrick’s the Colonial H-D way, with throttle, burgers, and a little luck. The Red Knights are grilling while supplies last, you can test ride the 2026 models, and wearing green might score you a swag bag.
🕯 Wax Melt Workshop @ Boulevard Flower Gardens (Colonial Heights) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Shake off winter with a wax melt workshop at Boulevard Flower Gardens, where you’ll blend scents, soak up garden vibes, and leave with two 5 oz melts. Tickets are $30, supplies and lite bites included, and yes, your house won’t smell like last night’s takeout.
🐰 Easter Card Workshop @ Prince George County Library | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Easter’s creeping up, so trade the drugstore aisle for an afternoon making handmade cards with actual paper, scissors, and a smug sense of accomplishment. Space is limited, so claim a spot at arls.org, then wow the grandkids, neighbors, and your mail carrier.
🌊 Namozine Creek @ Trapezium Brewing Company | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Head to Trapezium in Old Towne for Namozine Creek, where Brandon, Double T, and Jai twist Folksy Americana into something you did not know you needed. Think familiar songs with smarter shoes, plus a few curveballs. Good beer, real musicianship, zero pretense.
🍀 St Patrick’s Day Brunch @ Hotel Petersburg, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Keep the St. Patrick’s Day cheer rolling with an unhurried Sunday brunch at Shirley’s in Old Towne Petersburg. Warm service, lingering conversations, and a civilized toast or two, no green beer required. Tables vanish faster than soda bread, so reserve ahead.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Petersburg report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 65°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 2%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. West wind around 7 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 41. Southeast wind around 3 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 68°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 20%
A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 68. Southeast wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Rain showers. Cloudy, with a low around 55. Southeast wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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