StrollHallsley

08/13/2025

🩰 Dancing Through Life with Violet Judy

Meet Violet Judy, a rising 5th grader who’s found her voice and her joy through dance. Whether it's ballet, jazz, or modern, Violet says dancing helps her let go of tough emotions and express herself in beautiful ways.

She trains at Stavna Ballet and dreams of becoming a professional dancer one day (and maybe going to Harvard too!).

💫 Her advice for new dancers? “Try it, and don’t worry if you can’t do it perfectly at first.”

Thank you to Ryan Charles with Alcova Mortgage for sponsoring the meet your athlete article each month.

08/11/2025

🎉 School’s Out = Summer’s On!

The clubhouse was buzzing with music, laughter, and foam bubbles at our annual School’s Out celebration! DJ dance parties, foam fun, pizza from Marco’s, and frozen custard from Jiji created the perfect kickoff to summer.

Huge shoutout to Dana Miller for sponsoring this exciting event. From sun-soaked smiles to splash zone giggles, it was one for the books!

Thank you to Jason Claybrook of State Farm for sponsoring our neighborhood news article each month.

08/07/2025

08/07/2025

🏀 Big Weekend Alert! 🏀

Tionna and LG Gill are hosting their first ever nonprofit event in memory of their dad — and it’s going to be 🔥!

Join the Richmond Rhythm Foundation for an epic 1v1 Basketball Tournament this weekend at the Henrico Sports & Event Center in Glen Allen, VA — featuring pro athletes, YouTube sensations, and hoop legends like “White Chocolate”, Aquille Carr, and of course, LG Gill himself!

We’re raising funds for:
✅ At-risk youth
✅ Gun violence prevention & awareness
✅ Homeless resources
All proceeds go directly to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit!

🙌 Here’s how YOU can support:

1️⃣ Advertise your business for just $30 — send to Cash App: $RichmondRhythmF
2️⃣ Buy tickets – $36.65 🎟
👉 Get Tickets Here https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/010062F6D8F786E7
3️⃣ Make a donation — tax-deductible and 100% appreciated!

Let’s pack the gym and make a difference — in their dad’s honor and for our community ❤️

08/06/2025

📚 From Student to Mentor: Sean Franks

At just 15, Sean Franks is already making an impact in our community. This rising 10th grader launched a tutoring service to help younger students feel confident going into the school year—and he's doing it all with patience, passion, and a clear love for learning.

Whether it’s world history or math review, Sean brings clarity and encouragement to every session. He meets with students right in their homes, making learning feel safe and fun.

📞 Interested in tutoring? Contact Sean at (804) 356-7407.

08/04/2025

🏡 Meet the Bradbury Family

Say hello to the Bradburys—a family of six whose love for adventure, community, and meaningful traditions shines through every page of this month’s cover story! From cheering on their kids at NC State to Thomas’s Star Wars obsession and Nancy’s passion for gardening and baking, their Hallsley life is full of fun, purpose, and giving back.

📖 Read more about their favorite family traditions, travel spots, and how they’ve made Hallsley their home for the past six years.

Thank you to Coasta Contracting for sponsoring this article.

08/01/2025

🌞 August is here, and the latest issue of Stroll Hallsley is bursting with heartwarming stories, inspiring neighbors, and unforgettable summer moments! 🏡💙

🐶 From the tail-wagging fun of our community dog event to Violet Judy’s shining star moment at Stavna Ballet, this month’s edition celebrates everything we love about life in Hallsley.

🎨 Don’t miss the call for artists for our 3rd Annual Art Expo, meet the incredible Bradbury family, and travel to Japan through the eyes of a young resident adventurer.

👇 Tag a neighbor who should be featured next or email us your story at [email protected]!

07/31/2025

📅 August Events Around RVA

Ready for a packed month of fun? Check out what’s happening this August:

🎤 Neil Young at Allianz Amphitheater (Aug 10)
🐉 Richmond International Dragon Boat Festival (Aug 2)
🎨 Carytown Watermelon Festival (Aug 10)
🚗 NASCAR Cook Out 400 (Aug 16)
🌊 Water Lantern Festival (Aug 22)
🎡 Chesterfield County Fair (Aug 22–30)

📍 Save the dates and start planning your perfect RVA weekends!

Thank you to Swim Right Pool and Spa for sponsoring the Local Events Page each month.

07/11/2025

✨ Meet Lauren Briddell! ✨

Four years ago, Lauren and her family made the move from Chicago to Hallsley, quickly falling in love with the warm community and beautiful weather. Originally from Pennsylvania, Lauren and her husband Adam are thrilled to be closer to family while raising their two energetic kids, Rylan (11) and Avery (8), who stay active with baseball, basketball, swimming, and golf.

A talented designer with a dual degree in Graphic Arts and Communication from Penn State, Lauren started her career in NYC with iconic publications like Rolling Stone and Forbes. She later launched her own firm, Lauren Briddell, Inc. (laurenbriddell.com), which now supports over 400 publications and major brands including TIME, National Geographic, Vogue, Chase, and more!

Her creative journey didn’t stop there—Lauren combined her love for interior design (inspired by her mother’s business, Ambiance) and launched Ambiance by Lauren (ambiancebylauren.com) in 2024. Through this venture, she helps clients transform their homes into stunning, personalized spaces that tell a story.

Lauren’s design philosophy centers on creativity, cohesion, and clarity—blending her graphic and interior design skills to bring each client’s vision to life beautifully.

Check out her work and follow her journey at and !

💻 laurenbriddell.com

07/03/2025

🐾 Say Hello to Richmond’s Cutest Hippo!

Meet Poppy, the Metro Richmond Zoo’s pygmy hippo superstar! Born in December and already winning hearts worldwide, this little lady is making waves (literally) at Hippo Haven. 🦛💕 Plan your visit for an up-close look—underwater window included!

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07/03/2025

✨ Thank you to Tionna Gill from Shielded & Blessed for sharing her line of natural, toxin-free skincare products made with love and healing ingredients like Shea, Mango, and Cocoa Butters. Guests loved learning about her passion for healthier, more sustainable skincare that nourishes and heals. Discover more at www.shieldedandblessed.com.

Photo by Dawn Hobbs, Oh! Shoot Photography