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May 2019
Real Local RVA’s May Meeting – “Mitigating the Crazy”
Facing a competitive landscape ranging from Uber Eats to in-store meal kits, from global organic imports to cheap chain restaurants in every town, how can local farmers not only survive, but thrive in the coming decade? Farming consultant Ellen Polishuk will offer some answers to the questions we all struggle with: What the heck kind of business are we in, and how can we navigate ever-changing trends? Moreover, why is it so hard to make a profit in farming, and how can we do our best to ensure our success?
Find out more »June 2019
Real Local RVA’s June Meeting – “Women in Food”
Please join us to to celebrate some amazing females from the RVA food scene! This month, we are excited to bring you a panel of RVA Women in Food. The women will discuss the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and what it’s like to be a part of Richmond’s local food system. Moderated by Robey Martin, a food, spirits and culture writer, the panel features four exciting women entrepreneurs.
Find out more »July 2019
Real Local RVA’s July Meeting with Gelati Celesti
Please join us to learn the Gelati Celesti Story from co-owner Steve Rosser. Steve will take us through the details of company growth, how they've built a successful ice cream empire in RVA, and the importance of hiring (and keeping) the right people when it comes to building a successful workplace.
Find out more »5% Day at Ellwood Thompson’s Local Market
Real Local RVA is honored to be the beneficiary of an Ellwood Thompson's 5% Day. 5% Day is an effort to recognize and give back to small organizations that create the backbone of our local community. During 5% days, Ellwoods donates 5% of that day’s sales directly to the chosen organization. Want to Volunteer?! We need your help!
Find out more »August 2019
Real Local RVA’s August Meeting with Eat It, Virginia and VA Foodie
Please join us for a special LIVE podcast recording from Eat It, Virginia! with Robey Martin and Scott Wise featuring the founder of VA Foodie Georgiana Dearing.
Find out more »September 2019
Real Local RVA’s September Meeting
Please join us to hear the story of Rappahannock River Oysters when owners Travis and Ryan Croxton are interviewed by Richmond Times Dispatch features editor Karri Peifer.
Find out more »4th Annual Farm Tour
Real Local RVA is excited to host its 4th Annual Farm Tour on Saturday, September 28th. The event is truly a unique way to experience some of the area’s best farms. Real Local holds this event yearly with the goals of introducing consumers to how their food is grown and encouraging mindful food choices. Guests will tour two farms and enjoy dinner at Oakdale, a brand new event venue in Ashland.
Find out more »October 2019
Real Local RVA’s October Meeting
Please join us to sample some delicious local products and send one to the Finals! Richmond’s food and beverage scene is alive and well in the River City. We have partnered with Hatch Kitchen and the Apple Cart Co. to bring an exciting pitch competition to RVA aimed at helping businesses launch a product and gain recognition with a larger audience.
Find out more »Pitch Competition Finals @ Hatch Kitchen!
Please join us to sample some delicious local products and hear the pitches from the 5 finalists!
Find out more »November 2019
Real Local RVA’s November Meeting
Please join us for our last meeting of the year to hear the story of Autumn Olive Farms! Autumn Olive Farms is an award winning small livestock farm owned by Clay and Linda Trainum located just north of Waynesboro in the central Shenandoah Valley.
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