Let’s explore social events in Richmond, VA happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Richmond where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Richmond
Do It Yourself – Local Search Engine Optimization Seminar
◦ When: Tuesday, May 14th
◦ Where: 7501 Boulder View Dr
Join us for an informative seminar on mastering Google for local search engine optimization (SEO) and online marketing. In this workshop, you will learn the essential techniques and strategies to improve your website’s visibility on Google search results for local customers. Our experts will guide you through optimizing your website with the latest SEO practices, understanding Google algorithms, a(…)
Professional Networking
◦ When: Tuesday, May 14th
◦ Where: Chesapeake Bank – Westhampton
Welcome to Midtown Masterminds!
We are a different kind of networking group. We are a supportive and
encouraging mastermind group, interested in helping you take your business to the next level. We come from many different backgrounds and specialties. We focus on relationships and not the 30-second elevator speech, though you will have a chance to network and share with the group.
Ways to be a G(…)
Community Yoga at Maymont
◦ When: Tuesday, May 14th
◦ Where: Maymont Farm
Join me [most] Tuesday evenings at 6pm, for Community Yoga at Maymont Park at the Children’s Farm entrance.
[most] Tuesdays • May 13th September 24th
Mindful movement, breath & meditation accessible for everyone.
Family friendly.
Bring your own mat & your people.
Everyone is welcome to join.
•Weather permitting•
Pay what / if you can.
CashApp: $onedropyoga
Venmo: @michelleleelandon
PayPal: michel(…)
Design Thinking RVA Workshop – Part 2 – Storytelling for DT Practitioners
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: SHIFT Retail Lab
**How might we (HMW)** use storytelling and prototyping to communicate and test your design thinking ideas and/or solutions?
Our May meeting will be about our members presenting their storytelling drafts to the group for fun and non-judgemental advice.
I will be looking for some people to co-facilitate these meetings with me.
If you are interested or you know of someone that I should reach out (…)
SQL Saturday RVA Precon with Andy Leonard – A Day of Fabric Data Factory
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: Massey Library Technology Center
**Note: Registration is required and closes on May 13th.**
In this session, we discuss data engineering using Microsoft Fabric Data Factory, compare Azure Data Factory with Fabric Data Factory, and demonstrate how to use Data Factory for data engineering in the modern data enterprise.
Topics include:
\- Copying data
\- Using newer activities \(Outlook\, Teams\, etc\.\)
\- Managing workflow \(loo(…)
RVA Code & Coffee – May 18th 2024
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: Gather Scott’s Addition – Office Space and Coworking
RVA Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It’s up to you! Some ideas for personal projects: build an app, write a blog, or go through programming exercises.
Bring a laptop computer and be a part of our (…)
How To Estimate Renovations: Analyze Costs + Minimize Mistakes
◦ When: Wednesday, May 15th
◦ Where: 717 N Courthouse Rd
Come out and hear us explain how we estimate renovations on our investment properties BEFORE we actually go look at them.
It’s a critical skill that will save you time and make you money.
We’ll talk about the types of renovation and materials we put in our properties and show examples from our deals.
Come for the training, stay for the networking!
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Loneliness & Isolation
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: Rockwood Park
On this Walk & Talk we will be discussing loneliness and isolation, answer such questions as:
\- What is the difference between the two?
\- How does feeling lonely or isolated affect your day\-to\-day\-life?
\- How do you deal with such feelings and do you think your methods are adaptive or maladaptive?
\- How can we get more meaningful social connections?
We will meet in front of the nature cen(…)
WIN Inspirational Women’s Bible Study
◦ When: Monday, May 13th
◦ Where: 11 S 12th St
Join us at the WIN Inspirational Women’s Meetup Group event where we will delve into the intersection of faith, leadership, and inspiration. Our Bible study session will explore key teachings and stories from the scriptures that empower us to become strong leaders in our personal and professional lives. This event is designed for women who are seeking to enhance their walk with God and leadership (…)
Riverrock
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: Brown’s Island
Riverrock runs all weekend so go when you can.
Dominion Energy Riverrock features a variety of outdoor sports including trail running, mountain biking, kayaking, SUP, skimboarding, riverside yoga, fishing, and more. The event was designed to promote Richmond’s unique riverfront, downtown trails and whitewater rapids to outdoor enthusiasts. Highlighted by the James River, surrounding trail network(…)
READ A BOOK! an ad hoc book club
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: undefined
Read anything and share. make a friend, find new authors, learn someone else’s point of view
book talk, friendly banter, general merriment(…)
Lunch at Casa Italiana
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: 8801 Three Chopt Rd
Fantastic food. All pasta made fresh on site. Great pizzas and sandwiches too.(…)
GRREIA MAY MAIN MEETING- THE ART OF STAGING
◦ When: Thursday, May 16th
◦ Where: 903 E Laburnum Ave suite 102
Learn how enhancing aesthetic appeal, maximize property value this month of May. We are excited to present for phenomenal speakers to educate us on the importance of staging and how it can help maximize the value or profit of your real estate property.(…)
The Strangers: Chapter 1
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: Regal West Tower
Hello RVA Horror Heads! Heading into mid-May we’ve got *The Strangers: Chapter 1* … a prequel I didn’t think we needed but am encouraged by the trailer. Helmed by none other than Renny Harlin (!) of *Nightmare 4* and *Deep Blue Sea* fame, this could be **the** isolated-cabin-home-invasion film of the year. I really liked the first *Strangers*, never saw the sequel; but this is evidently the firs(…)
VMFA cafe is open! Thursday Morning Meetup – ¡Zona española!
◦ When: Thursday, May 16th
◦ Where: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
josé dice: asistiré esta reunión. https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/4/b/3/600_463238067.jpeg Cambiando día de reunión a jueves. Ven y únete a nosotros en el BEST cafetería, tienda de café en VMFA para la conversación en español y refrescos para la compra. El grupo se encuentra en el interior en la parte trasera o en la terraza del BEST café. Preste atención a los hispanohablantes, o b(…)
Salty Saturdays
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: Richbrau Brewing Company
Social board and card games in a friendly environment(…)
WIB You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know: Session 2: CRM’s – Customer Management
◦ When: Tuesday, May 14th
◦ Where: Roma Restaurant, Catering & Events
Are you eager to optimize your customer relationships but unsure where to start with CRM systems? Join us for the second session of our workshop series designed for Women In Business RVA, “You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know.”
In this workshop, we’ll dive into the fundamentals of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, empowering you to effectively manage and nurture your customer relation(…)
Happy Hour at Grandstaff & Stein
◦ When: Tuesday, May 14th
◦ Where: Grandstaff & Stein
Join us happy hour at one of Richmond’s coolest speakeasys. As always, I’ll grab a spot at the bar. Make sure you know the password…
See you there!(…)
Dinner @ Conejo
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: Conejo
Join me for some tasty Mexican food at Conejo, a restaurant with delicious tacos and equally adorable decor.
Parking on street and deck.(…)
Beginner Pickleball Class – Part 1 – Basic Rules & Technique – Saturday
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: Quioccasin Middle School
Welcome to P.O.W.E.R. Pickleball Instructional Class (PPIC) for Beginners – Part One. PLEASE read **ALL** the info below to know how to attend.
**WHAT IS PICKLEBALL:** Pickleball is a fun, low-impact, low-key game that combines Tennis, Ping Pong, and Badminton into one sport. One of the great things about pickleball is that it has a short learning curve. But, just like most sports, it also has lo(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Richmond is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Richmond on Visitrichmond.co.uk, Whatsonlive.co.uk, or Richmond.com.