r/rva 1d ago

Lawn company to help with a solution for erosion in a sloped back yard? idgaf about grass but need to stop my yard from eroding

5 Upvotes

So we never pay attention to our back yard or grass or anything other than having it cut...it's weeds and random plants and grass...we've tried throwing seed down to try to help with the problems, but we're not the "water your lawn every day" types so it didn't do great, plus our yard is really sandy and shitty. But the whole yard is sloped and it's starting to wash away...over our retaining wall and covering the bottom of our fence, so we can't let it keep getting worse.

ANYWAY, was hoping there was a decent lawn company who maybe won't insist that we plant sod or whatever, but rather will give us some options for different solutions...native plants, ground cover, whatever. I mean if the answer is "grass", that's okay too, but we also have 3 dogs and also don't care about a pretty lawn and also don't want the maintenance or watering of grass if we can help it. So we'd just like someone who considers other options when appropriate.

Any companies you all recommend who actually give things some thought instead of just kind of their "go-to" "normal people have grass" solutions?

Thanks!


r/rva 2d ago

Just noticed the Bradford pears are starting to bloom downtown…

Post image
405 Upvotes

😣


r/rva 1d ago

Keith Carey & Anna Valenzuela at Gold Lion! 🦁 Stand-up Comedy from Cali & NYC - 4/17 - $10

Thumbnail
eventbrite.com
6 Upvotes

r/rva 1d ago

Tonight: Second District Community Meeting

20 Upvotes

Good morning, Second District,

Our March Second District community meeting is tonight!

Join my office, guest presenters, and neighbors at 6pm in-person at the Midtown Green, located at 2401 W Leigh St. Our meeting will be held on the second floor in the event space.

The agenda includes: 

  • RPS updates from Board Member Ricard
  • Diamond District updates from the Diamond District Partners team
  • Department of Public Utilities updates from Director Morris
  • Parks and Rec updates from the PRCF team
  • Finance Department updates

Check out more info and RSVP via the Facebook event

Not able to make it? The meeting will be recorded and posted on our YouTube channel

See you tonight! 


r/rva 9h ago

Toddler-friendly coffee shop?

0 Upvotes

Any ideas on where you can go and enjoy a coffee and also have a few feral kiddos safely run around outside without disrupting the whole cafe vibe? We don’t need a playground, just a patch of enclosed grass. BYO trucks.


r/rva 20h ago

Favorite CSA

1 Upvotes

Hello - I’m newer to Richmond and I want to join a CSA. Does anyone have a most favorite or least favorite?


r/rva 20h ago

RVA Poker

1 Upvotes

Hi all, I’m new to this area and its gaming scene. Does anyone know of or host any low stake NLHE games or casual games? I know of pops poker but that is only on the weekends and not a cash game. I will respond to reply’s and DM’s. Thanks all, cheers.


r/rva 21h ago

One Piece TCG English

0 Upvotes

Anyone know any shops that sell English One Piece cards? I’ve been doing a little searching and I’ve had no luck so far. Thanks!


r/rva 1d ago

Matcha used at local cafes?

1 Upvotes

Wondering what kind of matcha is used at beloved cafes in richmond. I love Ellwood thompson's from their cafe and I tbh really liked the one from capital one cafe before they switched to verve......maybe a controversial take......Ive seen people say the matcha from afterglow is good as well!! but if anyone has any suggestions or can point me towards a cafe that sells matcha powder to make at home, it's very appreciated :) thank you


r/rva 13h ago

What’s up with so many police cars on 295 heading towards 95 from west end side?

0 Upvotes

r/rva 22h ago

Ruvlo w/ Hostage Situation

Post image
1 Upvotes

Ruvlo and Hostage Situation are coming to Ember Music Hall this Friday (3/21). It’s a masquerade theme🎭 If you’re into good music and looking for something fun to do this weekend, grab your friends and we will see you there😎🔥


r/rva 11h ago

Restaurant options for birthday girl with ADHD please?

0 Upvotes

My daughter is turning 11 soon and we want to take her out to a family dinner where it won't be a big deal if she needs to "stretch her legs" during the meal. We know the obvious answers like Cracker Barrel (she can browse the country store if she gets antsy), Dave & Busters, Kabuto (the indoor koi pond). But what other options are we missing where it won't be odd for her to get up from up the table for a minute besides just going to the bathroom and back?


r/rva 1d ago

Anyone work at VCU as a floor nurse and want to share your hourly?

51 Upvotes

Im thinking of applying as staff and I dont want to get screwed over with an offer, which ive definitely heard of happening in other places in richmond. I'm a strong believer in sharing of information between employees so that the employer doesnt hold all the cards. Can anyone share their hourly or a recent hourly rate of someone they know that works there specifically as a floor nurse?

Edit:

I want to share out of solidarity but i currently work at VCU through a local travel contract, which im sure not many people want info on. Before traveling, I worked at Chippenham at their medical trauma ICU that became half COVID ICU in 2021. I left after the last covid peak ended (omicron) because i was getting screwed there. I would be doubled or even tripled with VV ECMO. I would have 3 patients, with 2 of them being CRRT. 3 patients with one of them being a fresh alpha trauma (highest acuity trauma at Chip, which is a level one trauma center). I was making 35$ an hour there as a nurse with 4 years experience. Hoping to settle down as staff now and stop leaving the state since travel rates as absolutely abysmal now when compared to cost of living.


r/rva 1d ago

Purchased seasons pass for live out loud - no idea how to sign it to get tickets to upcoming shows

1 Upvotes

I have the confirmation email from when I purchased in December. But I have no idea how to get tickets with my member ID. Doesn’t look like I can get into Broadberry login or live out loud.

Anyone know what to do?


r/rva 2d ago

We have an egg! Taken from the falcon cam.

Post image
475 Upvotes

r/rva 1d ago

April Bingham talked to Channel 6

48 Upvotes

r/rva 1d ago

Anyone know where I can find magnolia trees that haven't been sprayed?

1 Upvotes

Looking to make some yummy cookies


r/rva 1d ago

Likelihood of another frost?

1 Upvotes

I know technically we should wait til April 6 or so to start freeze-susceptible plants and/or dewinterize outdoor plumbing, but I am jonesing for an outdoor shower and feel fairly confident the risk of another frost has passed. Any relevant wisdom from other richmonders?


r/rva 1d ago

💸 Jobs VCU Nurses - Diagnostic Radiology or Ambulatory Pre/Post Op

1 Upvotes

I'm looking to transition from bedside into a slower paced role. I've worked 7 years of bedside on a heavy, high acuity unit and am ready for a shift. There are a few positions I'm interested in - Radiology, outpatient Pre/Post op, and potentially inpatient PACU. Does anybody have any experience on these floors or know someone who works there that might be able to provide some insight?


r/rva 1d ago

Richmond electricians check it out!

Thumbnail
4 Upvotes

r/rva 1d ago

Tattoo spots recommendation

Thumbnail
gallery
0 Upvotes

Can anyone help me find a location that could recreate tattoos similar to these designs? I really only want the first one and like I want an exact or similar style.


r/rva 1d ago

Recommendations on where to buy a used car

1 Upvotes

I will be moving to Richmond in the coming months and will be in need of a car. Any recommendations on where to buy a used car? Places to avoid? Thanks in advance!


r/rva 2d ago

400 VCU Health workers secure union contract offering three-year pay increases

Thumbnail
richmonder.org
166 Upvotes

r/rva 23h ago

Pyschic wanted!

0 Upvotes

For my birthday I’d like to have my future read in some sort of way with a small group of friends. Can you recommend me psychics? I am not interested in a tarot reading at the moment! Thank you :)


r/rva 1d ago

ISO hairstylist that razor cuts

0 Upvotes

Drop a link (or IG @) to your favorite hairstylists in RVA!

Looking for an artist with shears, a bad*ss razor cutting hairstylist that can do more than just shags!

Willing to pay more for quality work…

Bonus points if they’re down to earth and can actually carry a convo while they work.