The enhanced pandemic food-stamp aid is set to expire on March 1 in 32 states. This means a slash in the monthly benefit of at least $95. Millions are likely to be affected as food prices continue to increase.
Hundreds of thousands of Virginians will lose temporary help with food and medical coverage offered during the height of the pandemic, state agencies responsible for the programs say.
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Richmond spring festivals: Dominion Riverrock & Richmond Greek Festival
Shamrock the Block
Shamrock the Block will be held March 11 on Leigh Street between Movieland and the Bon Secours Training Facility from noon to 6 p.m. Free entry, pay as you go.
JOE MAHONEY
St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Hardywood West Creek
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Hardywood West Creek on March 18 with a full day of music, Irish dancing, and beer from noon to 8 p.m. Free entry. Pay as you go.
HARDYWOOD PARK CRAFT BREWERY
Irish Festival
The Irish Festival will be held Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26 at 25th & E. Broad Street in Church Hill. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $5 donation.
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Dog Jog 5K & Block Party
The Richmond SPCA's Dog Jog 5K & Block Party will be held Saturday, March 26 from 10 a.m.- p.m. at 2519 Hermitage Road.
GREG GARNER
Family Easter at Maymont
Family Easter at Maymont will be held Saturday, April 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $5 admission, plus tickets for activities. https://maymont.org/
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Something in the Water Festival
Pharrell Williams performs at Something in the Water.
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Blues & Brews in the Bottom
Blues & Brews in the Bottom will be held at 17th Street Market on April 29 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Dominion Riverrock
Dominion Riverrock, the outdoor sports and music festival, will be held May 19-21.
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Lebanese Food Festival
The Lebanese Food Festival will be held May 19-21 at Saint Anthony Maronite Church, 4611 Sadler Road, Glen Allen. www.lebanesefoodfestival.com
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Richmond Greek Festival
The Richmond Greek Festival willreturn for the first time since 2019 on June 1-4. Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 30 Malvern Ave. www.greekfestival.com
