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Virginia Living celebrates all things Virginia—from its people and places, to its deep history and traditions. The highest quality, most widely-read lifestyle magazine in the state, Virginia Living’s combination of smart, engaging stories and stunning photography and art makes it a must-read for anyone interested in the Old Dominion. Virginia Living publishes six bimonthly issues per year, plus tw

o bonus special issues: Medicine & Wellness in March and Best of Virginia in May, in addition to five bound-in supplements: Weddings, State of Education, Dental Care, Law and Hospitals & Health Care. Virginia Living is available by subscription and at quality newsstands, including select Barnes & Noble, Target, Kroger and MARTIN’S stores.

Libraries have moved far beyond the stacks. 📚⁠⁠At Richmond Public Library, that can mean learning to use a sewing machin...
08/20/2026

Libraries have moved far beyond the stacks. 📚⁠

At Richmond Public Library, that can mean learning to use a sewing machine or 3D printer, getting help with a resume, or even attending a professional headshot workshop. Across Virginia, libraries are evolving into full-fledged community hubs while keeping books and reading at the heart of what they do.⁠

See how Virginia’s libraries are rewriting the rules:
https://virginialiving.com/culture/why-virginia-public-libraries-are-more-than-just-books

Written by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves⁠
Illustration by Dawn Cooper⁠

Alex and Sarah Colby spent years crafting nano batches of spirits, tweaking recipes, and hosting tasting parties before ...
08/20/2026

Alex and Sarah Colby spent years crafting nano batches of spirits, tweaking recipes, and hosting tasting parties before taking their passion to the next level with Blue Shepherd Spirits.⁠

Now, their former two-bay auto garage serves up house-made gin, vodka, rum, and single-barrel whiskies alongside seasonal craft cocktails and smash burgers.⁠

Meet the husband-and-wife duo shaking up Luray’s spirits scene:
https://virginialiving.com/food/drink/blue-shepherd-spirits-is-bringing-craft-distilling-to-luray

What if a portrait could capture more than what meets the eye?⁠⁠Norfolk artist Nicole Harp creates vibrant “soul paintin...
08/18/2026

What if a portrait could capture more than what meets the eye?⁠

Norfolk artist Nicole Harp creates vibrant “soul paintings” inspired by the emotional and spiritual essence of animals, blending intuition, color, and a lifelong connection to pets.⁠

Meet the artist behind these deeply personal works:
https://virginialiving.com/culture/norfolk-artist-creates-soul-paintings-of-animals

Written by Madeline Mayhood⁠
Photos courtesy of Nicole Harp⁠

A trip to the dentist kids actually look forward to?⁠⁠Richmond pediatric dentist Dr. Jo Cronly has built her practice ar...
08/17/2026

A trip to the dentist kids actually look forward to?⁠

Richmond pediatric dentist Dr. Jo Cronly has built her practice around making little patients feel comfortable, confident, and even excited to come back.⁠

See how she takes the fear out of the dentist’s chair—and get her tips for making visits easier for kids:
https://virginialiving.com/healthwellness/how-one-richmond-pediatric-dentist-makes-kids-love-going-to-the-dentist

Written by Sherrie Page Guyer⁠
Photography by Fred + Eliott⁠

Books on the move.⁠⁠From Richmond to Williamsburg, mobile bookstores are rolling through Virginia with shelves full of s...
08/16/2026

Books on the move.⁠

From Richmond to Williamsburg, mobile bookstores are rolling through Virginia with shelves full of stories, pop-up charm, and plenty of personality.⁠

Meet five literary shops bringing the bookstore experience straight to their communities:
https://virginialiving.com/culture/rolling-reads-mobile-bookstores-in-virginia

Written by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves⁠

Shop, sip, eat, repeat. 🛍️🍷⁠⁠Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall packs 120 shops, 30 restaurants, live music, local art, and...
08/15/2026

Shop, sip, eat, repeat. 🛍️🍷⁠

Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall packs 120 shops, 30 restaurants, live music, local art, and plenty more into nearly eight walkable blocks. We rounded up a few stops you won’t want to miss.⁠

Explore the Downtown Mall at the link below.
https://virginialiving.com/towns/charlottesvilles-downtown-mall-is-a-cant-miss⁠

Written by Gabriela de Camargo Gonçalves⁠
Photo by Sarah Ann Akins⁠

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