New Year, New Adventures: Embrace New Experiences with Local Businesses
As 2025 approaches, it’s the perfect time to embrace the spirit of exploration and try something new. Richmond offers countless opportunities to learn, create, and connect with our vibrant community through local businesses. Whether you’re looking to pick up a new skill, reignite an old passion, or simply mix up your routine, these RVA gems are here to help. Call them intentions, goals, or resolutions—whatever your focus, here are our top picks for making the most of Richmond in 2025 with the help of local businesses.
Run a Race with Richmond Sports Backers: Engage your competitive spirit and challenge yourself physically by participating in a race. From the marathon to the 5k, Richmond Sports Backers offers events for all levels, so choose one that suits you and start training.
Finally Refinish that Old Couch:
Maybe it’s a hand-me-down you’ve inherited, or perhaps it’s something you’ve held on to since your first apartment. Either way, you’ve been meaning to give it new life, and U-Fab Interiors can help. From fabric to measurements, U-Fab will breathe new life into a long-forgotten piece.
Embrace More Natural Products with Mamie’s Apothecary: Transition to natural beauty and wellness products to take care of your body and the planet. Find swaps and get expert advice at Mamie’s Apothecary.
Take Golf Lessons at Independence Golf Club: Whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your swing, golf lessons at Independence Golf Club, a local public course, can be a peaceful way to spend time outdoors and learn a lifelong sport.
Join a Team at Richmond Volleyball Club: Volleyball isn’t just a fun beach activity, or for kids; it’s a great way to stay active, meet new people, and foster teamwork. Richmond Volleyball Club welcomes all skill levels.
Hike More with Walkabout Outfitter: Virginia’s trails await you. Make an intention to hike more and equip yourself with the right gear from Walkabout Outfitter to enhance the experience.
Learn About Virginia’s History at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture: Enrich your mind by delving into the past at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture – a museum dedicated to our commonwealth’s extensive and important past.
Prepare for Your Dream Summer Patio:
Summer will be here before you know it so now is the time to plan your dream summer patio with Schultz Lawnscapes.
Take Time to Breathe with Transitions Float Spa: Self-care is crucial, and what better way to relax than floating away your stress at Transitions Float Spa? Make it a habit to take some time for yourself.
Learn to Play Guitar at One Three Guitar: There’s nothing as transformative and powerful as the joy of music. Whether it’s been a lifelong goal to learn an instrument or you want to brush up on old skills, challenge yourself with guitar lessons at One Three Guitar this year.
Learn Flower Arranging Tips from Strawberry Fields Flowers & Finds or The Freckled Flower Farm: Beautify your home and life by learning the art of flower arranging by taking a workshop at Strawberry Fields or The Freckled Flower Farm.
Grow More Food with Help from Southern States: There’s nothing quite like eating something you’ve grown yourself. Start small with a herb garden or go big with a vegetable plot, Southern States has everything you need to get started.
Learn to Dance at Rigby’s Jig Ballroom Dance: Whether you have two left feet or you’re a seasoned pro, there’s always a new dance to learn at Rigby’s Jig.
Start Biking More Places with a Bike from Re-Cycles Bike Shop: Enjoy Richmond from a new perspective with a bike from Rec-Cycles Bike Shop. Perfect for the Capital Trail or Richmond’s bike lane.
Bake at Home with Pastry Base: Discover the joy of baking made easy with a LillyBean kit from Pastry Base – also available in gluten-free and vegan.
Make Something with Your Hands at Paint ‘N Play or Dances With Wool: There’s a unique satisfaction in creating something with your own hands. Whether it’s pottery or knitting, find a craft that excites you at Paint ‘N Play or Dances With Wool.
Move Your Body with Intention at Niche Pilates Studio: Pilates is a wonderful way to improve flexibility, strength, and mental awareness. If you’re interested in making moving with intention part of your routine for 2025, Niche Pilates Studio can help get you started.
Explore the World of Mocktails with Mother Shrub: Cutting down on alcohol? Mocktails can be just as exciting. Experimenting with different flavors and ingredients is easy with Mother Shrub’s extensive collection of drinking vinegars.
Send More Snail Mail with Beautiful Stationery from Merrymaker Fine Paper: In our digital world, receiving a handwritten card is special. Make someone’s day by sending thoughtful snail mail on beautiful stationery from Merrymaker Fine Paper.
