Vinegar Hill Magazine

Check out our Latest Issue of StayFresh Magazine Featuring Oenoverse as they discuss their collaborative and inclusive approach to Viringia’s Wine industry. Reggie Leonards, II, and Tracy Love come together with this initiative to break barriers and make wine accessible to all. ???? ?? Photos by Eze Amos ?? Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/et-R-kZG

?? Join award-winning poet and educator Tony Keith Jr. for a live reading of his new poetry collection, "Knucklehead", on Saturday, April 5 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at New Dominion Bookshop in Charlottesville. Knucklehead challenges the way society labels young people, especially Black boys often dismissed as “knuckleheads.” Through powerful, evocative poetry, Keith explores self-discovery, identity, and the healing force of language—offering work that speaks to pain, resilience, and radical hope in the face of racism and homophobia. Co-sponsored by Flux Poetry and Spoken Word, the event is free and open to the public—early arrival is encouraged. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/eDC8SFwb - #TonyKeithJr #KnuckleheadPoetry #SpokenWord #CharlottesvilleEvents #VinegarHillMagazine

Dive deep into the untold stories of Richmond's history! Vinegar Hill Magazine sat down with the creators behind a powerful new theatrical project about the legendary John Mitchell Jr. ????? Learn about their vision, the research process, and why this story is more relevant than ever. Read the full article and listen to the 'Defying Gravity' podcast episode on our website! or listen on Spotify. #JohnMitchellJr #RichmondHistory #Theater #Podcast #VinegarHillMagazine #DefyingGravityPodcast @firehousetheatre @thebrownbaylor https://lnkd.in/eiAhxZT5

?? After years in the making, New Hill Development Corporation is launching BEACON Kitchen, a new hub for food entrepreneurs in Charlottesville! This isn’t just a kitchen—it’s a space built for collaboration, culture, and business growth in the city’s food scene. ?? April 5, 2025 ?? 221 Carlton Rd, Unit 1, Charlottesville, VA ?? Ribbon Cutting: 12PM - 1PM ?? Block Party & Entrepreneur Showcase: 1PM - 4PM Expect food, drinks, a live DJ, and a celebration of the city’s food talent. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a foodie, or just love a good community event, this is the place to be. ?? More info: https://lnkd.in/esBF5vuM - #BEACONKitchen #FoodEntrepreneurs #Charlottesville #SupportLocal #CommunityGrowth #VinegarHillMagazine

Vinegar Hill Magazine is an intentional intergenerational conversation. The concept of merch as media is one that we have embraced since our inception because we understand that meaning is conveyed and communicated in many ways. As Kenneth Schwartz once eloquently wrote, "It would be impossible to resurrect Vinegar Hill in its earlier form… However, some form of reconstruction can be imagined, and one hopes that this new interest in the area can seriously consider the rich history of the place and the memory of its former residents." https://lnkd.in/eAGG5Gnp Get the magazine, buy the merch—join the conversation! Photo Credit: Tristian Williams, Art Direction: Sonia Montalvo and Taylor Frazier.

In a powerful reflection, Tracey Howard-Gough shares her transformative journey to Ghana—an experience of shedding, reclaiming, and reconnecting. Standing at the edge of the Atlantic, she felt the pull of history, the weight of ancestral memory, and the undeniable strength of Black resilience. This was more than a trip—it was a homecoming, a reckoning, and a return to self. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/edXXGMzY ?? Photos by Marley Nichelle

Sustainability in Action: Small Changes, Big Impact ?? From a sewing studio bringing back the art of repair to an app rescuing surplus restaurant food and a groundbreaking electronics repair program, sustainability efforts are reshaping the way we think about waste and consumption. These initiatives prove that small changes can lead to a big impact. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/ejRMpWUx #Sustainability #EcoLiving #WasteReduction #CircularEconomy #VinegarHillMagazine #StayFreshMagazine

Are we failing our youth? Vinegar Hill Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Sonia Montalvo, believes so. In her thought-provoking new article, she calls on us to stop blaming young people and start taking responsibility for the world we've created. Sonia examines the challenges they face, from educational inequities to the digital landscape, and offers a powerful call to action. Read her full piece at vinegarhillmagazine.com and join the conversation. #youth #community #responsibility #SoniaMontalvo #VinegarHillMagazine #bethechange

??? Become a Member. Support the Mission. Vinegar Hill Magazine is a space designed to support and project a more inclusive social narrative, promote entrepreneurship, and serve as a beacon for art, culture, and politics in the Central Virginia region. By becoming a member, you help sustain a platform that amplifies voices, tells untold stories, and uplifts the community. Join us in shaping a more inclusive future. ??? Join today: https://lnkd.in/e2cepvBn

Nadirah Muhammad delves into the challenges Black women writers face in today's society in her latest article for Vinegar Hill Magazine, Writing in a World That Doesn’t Want to Hear Us. She reflects on the complexities of finding one's voice amidst diminishing diversity programs and the urgency of being heard. Through her personal journey, Nadirah emphasizes the power of storytelling as both a refuge and a battleground. This piece is a must-read for anyone who values the intersections of identity, literature, and resilience. ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dE3r3NMZ - #VinegarHillMagazine #NadirahMuhammad #BlackWomenWriters #Storytelling #DiversityInWriting