What’s Booming RVA: Wine and Chocolate and Other Classics

December 22nd, 2022

Christmas classics, a Kwanzaa celebration, and a little self indulgence


Screenshot from "It's a Wonderful Life." ’Tis the season for traditions and for starting new rituals. In this week’s “What’s Booming RVA: Wine and Chocolate and Other Classics.”

’Tis the season for traditions and for starting a few new annual rituals! Check out your choices in this week’s “What’s Booming RVA: Wine and Chocolate and Other Classics.”


Wine and Chocolate Flights

Dec. 22 to Dec. 24, James River Cellars, Glen Allen

The winery presents a special wine flight paired with four distinct chocolates each day during business hours. Wine and chocolate, together – what’s not to love? Treat yourself today!

JamesRiverCellars.com 

Susan Greenbaum Band Holiday Show

Dec. 23, 8 p.m., at The Tin Pan, Richmond

One of Richmond’s long-time favorites, the big little musical performer, plays holiday favorites.

TinPanRVA.com and Eventbrite.com

“It’s a Wonderful Life”

Dec. 23 at 7 p.m.; Dec. 24 at 7 p.m.; and Dec. 25 at 2 and 7 p.m. at the Byrd Theatre, Richmond

Pack your tissues for the heartwarming holiday classic. The 1946 movie with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed even scored as this month’s “Marketplace” movie. Several performances at the Byrd (noted on the Byrd website) include performances on the Mighty Wurlitzer – it doesn’t get more classic than that!

ByrdTheatre.org 

Fa La-La-La Feelings

Dec. 23, 7:30 p.m. at Coalition Theater, Richmond

Each Friday brings a new unscripted RomCom to the stage of this local improv and comedy venue. This week’s special holiday edition will inject a generous dose of fun, joy, and laughter to this year’s holiday celebrations.

RVAcomedy.com 

A Kwanzaa Celebration

Dec. 27, 3 to 8 p.m. at Hardywood Richmond Pizza Kitchen & Taproom, Richmond

The Love Movement Event Series, the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia, and the Elegba Folklore Society share a kinara lighting, Kwanzaa-inspired fashion show, music, food, vendors, and more.

Hardywood.com 

Check websites for more details, including prices, Covid policies, and registration requirements.


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