UR Weekly Roundup | Week of Feb. 14

UR Weekly Roundup | Week of Feb. 14

This week has it all. From basketball to ballet, be ready to mark your calendars. 

Share the Love at the Westhampton Center 

Monday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the Westhampton Center is hosting a Share the Love event filled with candy, treats and hot beverages, as well as gratitude cards and small tokens of love. From noon to 2 p.m., the Westhampton Center dogs and staff will be at the event to share the love. Gluten-free, nut-free and vegan options will be available. 

Richmond Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet 

Friday through Sunday at 7:00 p.m. 

This weekend, the Richmond Ballet is putting Shakespeare’s classic tale of "Romeo and Juliet" on the stage. The music, by Sergei Prokofiev, will be played by the Richmond Symphony. With only three performances, this limited-time event is a must-see. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office to secure your seat. Student pricing is available. 

UR vs. VCU Men’s Basketball Game

Friday at 7:00 p.m. 

Ready to cheer on your fellow Spiders in a rematch? In the Richmond Area Honda Dealers Capital City Classic, the Spiders will be facing the Virginia Commonwealth University Rams once again. This game is an away game held at VCU’s Stuart C. Siegel Center. It will also be streamed on ESPN2 and 920 The Fan. For ticket information, visit this webpage. 

David Finckel, Wu Han, Philip Setzer Concert 

Friday at 7:30 p.m. 

In the mood to attend a concert with some of the finest musicians in the world? Be sure to check out the concert held at Camp Concert Hall featuring David Finckel, Wu Han and Philip Setzer. All collaborators at some point, the trio shares a musical connection. Be sure to buy your tickets soon. Visit here for ticket information. There is no ticket fee for UR students. 

Lakeside’s Local Makers Market 

Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Be sure to check out Lakeside Farmers Market this weekend and support local artisans, bakers and more. All vendors are local to Richmond, and the community market is meant to celebrate these local artists. The event is hosted by Dayum this is my Jam RVA and Twisted Carrot Farm & Market. Visit here for more information.