Right Around the River Blog

Rowing on the James River has a rich history at Rocketts Landing. Since the 19th century, rowers from across the region have descended upon our neighborhood to enjoy friendly athleticism, competition and camaraderie. And with spring’s arrival, rowing season has finally awakened on the James River — and we love seeing the action right outside of our doorsteps!

Get ready, RVA! James River action is truly ramping up this month at Rocketts Landing. Not only has rowing season begun, but boating is also awakening with spring’s arrival! And for those of you who like to go boating but don’t own your own vessel, the Carefree Boat Club is ready to help you get out on the water and make the most of your river adventures.

Warmer weather is here — and so is the bustling action that springtime brings Rocketts Landing. We always love this time of year: people enjoying river activities again, restaurant patios filling with patrons, beach volleyball games ramping up along the riverbank, etc. So, if you’re looking for something to do once your workdays wind down, then check out what’s happening this week right around the river at Rocketts Landing!

When Sharon Pickard’s mother moved from Florida to an Assisted Living facility in Bon Air (Southside Richmond), she and her husband Tom spent countless hours driving up-and-down I-95 visiting her from their home in Princeton, N.J. But, when their highway-commute became too much, they decided that a move closer to her family in Richmond was due — and after one visit to Rocketts Landing, they found their new home.

Somehow, we're already halfway through April — which means Easter is right around the corner! Fortunately, The Boathouse chefs don't miss a beat and are ready to help you and your family enjoy a full, delectable Easter brunch buffet. And with sunshine and warmer weather forecasted to round out the weekend, daylong Easter celebrations easily await you at Rocketts Landing.

Looking to explore some locally made art near the James River? Rocketts Landing's most recent art-focused business, Rocketts Arts Studios (RAS), blends an artist's working art studio with a gallery-feel featuring rotating exhibits of various art forms. Their current exhibit, "On a Minimal Day," features the newest artwork by RAS-based artist Diane Clement, as well as claywork by David Cambden. Pairing Clement's vibrant abstract works with Cambden's grounded, textured claywork offers visitors ...

Boy, oh boy — what an effect location can make on a business! When RVA-based nonprofit James River Association decided to move their headquarters from downtown to Rocketts Landing, they knew their immediate James River proximity would be a perfect fit. But, fast forward to spring 2014, and their new location has already become a defining factor enabling them to create greater impact and outreach. From office expansions to river trips to "store front" walk-ins and beyond, James River Associati...

New community developments are far from over at Rocketts Landing! We're excited to announce that we're gearing up for Phase II of construction — bringing more new homes, offices, and restaurants to our community. And to prepare, we're closing out 25 condos in our Fall Line, Sky Line and 210 Rock buildings with an exciting one-day auction.

Get ready, friends! Our 2014 event season has officially arrived with this weekend's fourth annual Rocketts Landing Collegiate Regatta. Hosted by VCU Crew, the regatta kicks off the days when our community's James River banks fill with athletic races, smiling faces and winning aces (okay, we just had to keep the rhyme going!). And this Saturday, six college teams from across Virginia are coming out for a day of strong competition.

With last weekend's Collegiate Regatta behind us, we're officially entering our event season in full force at Rocketts Landing! And next on our agenda is the annual Cap2Cap Bike Ride. On May 10, we're in for more sweaty spandex and smiles filling our community — only this time the event swaps out the James River for the road — and we're excited for every moment.