***THIS GIVEAWAY HAS REACHED ITS 10,000 ENTRY CAP AND IS NOW CLOSED – SEE WHO WON BELOW!***
And our VERY lucky winner this week is… Hallie (who knows that Belle Isle was once a fishing village for the Powhatan Indians – something even we hadn’t heard). Congrats – and see you in a few weeks!
We’re spending today with the family for the holiday, but we had to drop in with our big giveaway for you guys. See, when we found out we’d be speaking at this year’s R.Home for the Holidays event on November 8th (which we’ve gone to for the past four years for fun, so it’s really crazy to think that we’ll be speakers) a hair-brained idea popped into my head: what if we gave away a trip to Richmond? And when I mentioned it to the kind folks at Richmond Magazine (the hosts of the event), they not only didn’t call me crazy – they said “let’s do it!” So with their help and the generous support of Visit Richmond VA, my hair-brained idea is coming to life (insert evil cackle here). And it’s bigger and better than I ever guessed it could be. That’s right, someone is about to get hooked up.
The prize includes round-trip airfare from anywhere in the continental United States (arriving Thursday, Nov 8 and departing Sunday, Nov 11) and car rental for the length of your stay – all courtesy of Visit Richmond VA. While you’re here, you’ll be put up for three nights in Richmond’s most iconic and stately hotel – The Jefferson.
And of course, Richmond Magazine is giving you tickets to (sold out!) R.Home for the Holidays on Thursday night where we’ll be speaking and doing a book signing (psst- it has now sold out so we’re working on a free Richmond signing that we’ll share as soon as it’s finalized for any interested locals).
As for what else you can do while you’re here… what about a $100 gift card to one of our favorite restaurants? The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing overlooks the city and is actually the spot where Sherry and I celebrated finding out she was pregnant with Clara.
And since you can’t come to our town and not hit up some of our favorite stores, we’ve wrangled $100 gift cards from four of our favorite spots: La Difference, Mongrel, Quirk Gallery and the consignment store trio of Clover (kids), Clementine (adults) and Ashby (teens).
Plus, Richmond Magazine and Visit Richmond VA are tossing in a bunch of passes to various Richmond must-dos, like the Chihuly glass exhibit at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (one of our favorites!) and a Real Richmond Food Tour that’ll give you a taste of several local restaurants in one night.
- PRIZE: As described above: a round-trip flight to Richmond for two people plus a car rental from Visit Richmond VA, a three night stay at The Jefferson Hotel, tickets to R.Home for the Holidays, $100 each to The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing, La Difference, Mongrel, Quirk Gallery, and Clover / Clementine / Ashby.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “RICHMOND ME” and tell us…
- BONUS QUESTION: … one fact you know about Richmond. Did you know that it’s known as The River City? Or that it was recently named The Best River Town In America by Outdoor magazine? Or that it’s where Spielberg’s new Lincoln movie was filmed? Or just that it’s the capital of Virginia and where we live?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, October 10th at 8pm EST or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- ELIGIBILITY: Flights from the lower 48 United States only, must be 18 or older, tickets must be booked by October 15th. See more guidelines here. (*we really tried to get this to work as an international prize, so sorry that it couldn’t happen – maybe next year!)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…
Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of the Richmond Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau, The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond Magazine, R.Home Magazine, , La Difference, Mongrel.
Maggie says
Richmond me! I know very little about Richmond other than the fact that we had dear friends living there for 3 years & sadly never got around to visiting. Perhaps now is my time!
Charmaine says
Richmond Me!
I
Katy says
Richmond Me! I know that the mayor of Richmond is Dwight Jones. I also know that I have my fingers crossed – I really really want to win!
Susan says
RICHMOND ME!
All I really know about Richmond is that I have family nearby…though I may or may not tell them if we win!
Josie says
Richmond me! I asked my husband what he knew about Richmond and he said it’s home to the University of Richmond Spiders. . which is a super creepy mascot. But I’d come visit in spite of that. :)
Christine says
Richmond me!
I know next to nothing but would love to have such an awesome baby moon!
t says
Richmond Me!
Holly D says
Richmond ME!!!
I basically know you…and it…are in Virgina!
MINDA SHERMAN says
RICHMOND ME!!!!!!!
amazing city!
Brady says
RICHMOND ME
Richmond is for lovers.
Christina says
Richmond Me!
When I think of Richmond, I think of you guys! Will Burger be at the signing? I think there needs to be a paw print in every book :)
Lana says
Richmond me!
And give me Liberty or give me death!
rachel l says
Richmond Me!! This is is sort-of a fact about Richmond, but not really…..My City (Sacramento) is also know as River City and there is a full-on carpet mural depicting the rivers/landscape, etc. at the Airport.
al says
Richmond Me!
Lisa says
Richmond me! I haven’t been there in so long. My only random fact is that Jacksonville,FL is also known as the River City…where I currently live!
Jo says
RICHMOND ME!
In the Evacuation Fire in 1865, it is estimated that 25% of all buildings in Richmond were destroyed. Now the city is known for its outstanding architecture!
Kay says
Richmond Me!
I know my cousin used to live there. :)
Kerry says
RICHMOND ME!
All I know is that John and Sherry live there and I’ve never been there!
Amy says
RICHMOND ME!
During the American Civil War, Richmond served as the capital of the Confederate States of America.
Vanessa says
RICHMOND ME. Richmond has a Busch Gardens!
Vanessa says
RICHMOND ME!!! I want to visit the #4 best-rested in city in the US!
Kacee Brown says
RICHMOND ME! I have friends who live there :)!!
Sharon says
RICHMOND ME! I don’t know much about Richmond, therefore I need to go visit and see it myself!!!!
Mike says
Richmond me! Have never been.
Erin S says
Richmond me!
Angel says
RICHMOND ME!
Richmond VA was the site of Patrick Henry’s famous Revolutionary War speech, “give me liberty or give me death”,
Alison says
RICHMOND ME! Um, I must have failed 4th grade geography since I just found out that Richmond is the capital city!
Solange Morrissette says
RICHMOND ME!! I don’t know much but would love to join you and find out!
Vanessa says
Richmond Me, please! I happen to know its been the site of quite a few historic battles.
Jen Ross says
Richmond me please!!
Nicole says
RICHMOND ME!
I think i knew it was the capital but everything else i know its because i stalk…ahem, i mean follow…you on here and instagram, and young house life, etc. after ask the great things you have to say about Richmond, I’ve put it on my list of places to see someday!
kristi says
Richmond me! My graduate professor lives like 1hr 30mins away from Richmond. I’ve never been to Richmond.I would love to visit Richmond (especially since I can’t make the NYC tour)!
Jeni says
RICHMOND ME! I unfortunately do not know any facts about Richmond. I’ve never been!
Derek says
Richmond Me!!
Fact–If I were there, you would no longer be the most awkward person in Richmond, Sherry!!!
Felecia says
RICHMOND ME!!
I know Richmond is where you live… unfortuntely that’s about it! haha. I’d love to learn more, it looks gorgeous!= ]
Sarah says
RICHMOND ME! I do know I love the Richmond bypass with the beautiful suspension bridge!
Julie says
Richmond Me!! It is the capital of Virginia, your cute little family lives there and the fall leaves are beautiful!
steph says
RICHMOND ME! :)
& a “nutty” fact I know about VA is that the very first peanuts in the USA were grown in Virginia!
Laura says
RICHMOND ME!!! I really don’t know much about richmond at all. Would love to go and find out some great things!
Tara says
RICHMOND ME!!!
Ooh ooh, I know! Richmond used to be called Powhatan after the Native American tribe. I learned that in elementary school when we were taught about the English settlers and Pocahontas and John Rolfe!
Melissa says
RICHMOND ME!
The only fact I know is one of the coolest blogging couples lives there. I really enjoy reading your blog during the week.
Jami says
Richmond me!
I know that Richmond is an independent city meaning it is not part of any county.
Kelsey M. says
RICHMOND ME! It’s where one of my husband’s Marine Corps Birthday Balls was held!
Michael says
Richmond Me
I’ve only been one time but I liked it a lot
Amanda M says
RICHMOND ME!!!! I know that Richmond is easy to get lost in… I’m from the West and you don’t have mountains to help navigate which direction you’re headed. I also know it’s a beautiful city with the river and trees!
Mark Williams says
Richmond me!
Patrick Henry said his famous “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech in Richmond, VA!
Dawn Gearhart says
Richmond Me! All I know about Richmond is what you guys have shared over the past few years – I’ve been reading forever and would LOVE to come see your city!!!!
Meagan says
RICHMOND ME!
I would LOVE to see Richmond in the fall!
Adam J says
RICHMOND ME!
I have been thru Richmond on the way home form Fort A.P. Hill (Which is only 50 Miles Away)
Brian Howard says
Richmond me!
Fun fact: Patrick Henry made his “Give me Liberty or Give me Death” speech in St. John’s Church in Richmond.