Top Five Weekend Events
Posted by: ccurran on Nov. 17, 2009
Rivalry football, Chris Brown, Ashland Xmas Parade, Craft + Design Show and "New Moon" opens...all this weekend.
1. UR Football vs. William & Mary
Saturday
The rivalry continues! The University of Richmond Spiders take the field against for the William & Mary Tribe. Who will be victorious? You've got to be there to see it, right here at the University of Richmond Stadium.
2. "New Moon" Opens
Who are we kidding? The biggest news this weekend is that "New Moon" opens. Oh, the drama. The midnight releases. The Twihards praying for more kissing scenes between Edward and Bella. And Taylor Launter with his shirt off. What a weekend! Let's just hope "New Moon" (the movie) is better than "Twilight" (the movie). Because we all know, the only way to go from there is up.
3. Ashland Olde-Time Holiday Parade
Sunday
Are you itching to start your holiday season early? Then head out to Ashland for the annual Ashland Olde-Time Holiday Parade. You'll see more than 100 parade units, Santa and maybe even the Shriners in their little cars. Starts on the corner of Thompson and Snead Streets and ends at John M. Gandy Elementary School.
4. Chris Brown
Sunday
Alright, there is the whole Rihanna scandal. And then the homegrown connection -- Chris Brown grew up in Tappahannock and did his community service here in Richmond at the police stables (and Tweeted it, which we have to say, wasn't exactly in good taste). Our main question is: How full will the Landmark be for this weekend's Chris Brown concert? Has the world forgiven him yet? Only time will tell.
In the meantime , take one more look at that "Forever" wedding video.
5. Craft & Design Show
Saturday & Sunday
Got an artsy friend? Pick them up a Christmas gift at the annual Visual Arts Center Craft & Design Show. You'll see the latest cutting edge works in clay, glass, fiber, jewelry, wood and other media. Get a sneak peek at what you'll find at this year's show with our Slideshow.