AlterNatives' Bluegrass & Brews

05/03/2024

Announcing our 2024 silent auction and raffle! This fundraiser will support eco-friendly health infrastructure, ensuring that vital resources like clean water and fresh air are preserved for future generations in Virginia, Guatemala, and beyond.

Here are some of our raffle items:

3 $25 gift cards to Cabo fish taco
$10 gift card to New York deli
$35 gift card to Claudia’s bake shop.

For auction items we have:
Beasties Gift Basket
Walkabout Outfitters Gift Basket
4 tickets bundle to see the Richmond Kickers play

And much more! Check the link below to see our full collection of auction & raffle items, and come out on May 11th for an amazing day of music and good vibes!

https://event.gives/highlandsupportproject

04/24/2024

Announcing our 2024 BG&B Line-up! From old favorites to rising stars, catch these artists dynamic performances on May 11th, starting at 12:30pm! (festival opens at 12pm).

04/24/2024

🎶✨ Calling all music lovers and earth champions! ✨🎶
We are over the moon to announce our upcoming event - a spectacular night of great music and community spirit, all dedicated to supporting environmental sustainability in our cherished Highland Communities.
Join us under the stars for an unforgettable experience where melodies meet missions. 🌌 This isn't just any concert; it's a movement towards a greener future, powered by rhythm and harmony. And guess what? It’s absolutely FREE!
🌿 Date: May 11th
🌿 Time: 12-6
🌿 Venue: The Alley located behind AlterNatives Boutique 3320 W. Cary Street.
Gather your friends, family, and anyone ready to groove to the cause. Expect sensational performances, engaging talks on sustainability, and a chance to be part of a community that cares.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to come together and make a difference, all while enjoying some of the best music our community has to offer. 🎵♻️

RSVP now and be part of the change we all wish to see in our world. For more details, stay tuned!
🌍✊

11/28/2023

05/12/2023

Last but not least is Lilah Moons! Lilah made her Alley debut 4 weeks ago and we loved it so much we had to have her come again! Make sure to grab some last minute raffle tickets right before her set as winners will be announced after!

05/12/2023

05/12/2023

Next up is a new addition to the Alley! Devil Scott's lyrics are imbued with depth and reflection, filtered through the honesty and pain of a man that has lived authentically. Make sure to bring your family and friends to hear him play you aren't going to want to miss it!

05/12/2023

Andrew Pauley is a Richmond, Virginia based singer, songwriter and musician who has been composing music and playing guitar for over 15 years! Make sure to bid on some great silent auction items in between his set to win some amazing prizes while supporting the Highland Support Project!

05/12/2023

Garden Variety String Band is not just your average string band! Inspired by old time, folk, and bluegrass music, GVSB performances are a nod to past with a modern twist!

05/12/2023

We're so excited for Dead Possum Girlfriend to return to the Alley! Enjoy some good folky music made for drinking a beer and hanging out with friends!

05/12/2023

Don't forget to stay until 2 to hear CEVAN! While you're enjoying CEVAN's music make sure to grab some good regional beer and support a good cause- the Highland Support Project!

05/12/2023

Make sure to join us at 1 tomorrow to see the Hot Seats! The Hot Seats like to: play fast, be funny, spasm, herk and jerk, eat exotic and frightening things, and ride in a van. Join us for a great time and while you're at it buy some raffle tickets to win some great prizes!

05/12/2023

Up next is Hogweed! Hogweed is a collaborative stringband out of Richmond, Virginia that plays traditional and original bluegrass music!

05/12/2023

First up tomorrow is Breakfast Cabaret Orchestra! Their set starts at 11 so make sure you are up and ready to go and stay for some other great musicians!

05/04/2023

Ready for an adventure in nature and culture?

The Eternal Day is a 5-day trip to Guatemala unlike any other. With us, you will dive deep into Maya culture thousands of years old and learn about traditional farming methods, weaving techniques, take a tamiscal (sweet bath), make tortillas, tamales and pepian with local women. You'll also be able to experience energy balancing from the Maya midwife AND explore Iximich - the pre-Columbian Mayan city site!

But that's not all. To round up this incredible journey your two nights stay will be at a luxurious resort located in Antigua where you can rest after exploring during the day. This is truly an opportunity of a lifetime!

Bid now for your spot today for this one-of-a-kind experience!

Bid now on our Event.Gives Virtual Auction: Dia Eterna Guatemala Trip for 2 https://bidr.co/events/98264/items/327383

04/24/2023

The list of hot regional talent performing at the 2023 BG&B continues to grow!

Join us at Bluegrass & Brews on May 13th for two of the hottest regional acts around. Listen to cutting-edge local music from Devil Scott, who just made an appearance on Hunter At Sunrise radio and Coast Live, and hear vocal talent like you’ve never experienced before with Lilah Moons. It promises to be an unforgettable experience!

Come taste some of our delicious beers while enjoying live performances by these talented artists that are sure to make your evening memorable. It's not every day you get the chance to see rising stars in such intimate settings - make sure you don't miss out!

'tMissOut

04/13/2023

Music events are a fun way for people to come together that can also encourage people to learn about new ways of thinking and viewing the world. Individuals and communities can learn about new knowledge and ideas from diverse perspectives often excluded from mainstream platforms. A community that values normative ideas such as ecological sustainability can emerge by doing so. It is all rooted in taking a subaltern perspective, which is the viewpoint of those in society who have been marginalized or underrepresented.

Learning through music events can provide an engaging, non-traditional approach to knowledge and understanding. Music events' communal and supportive atmosphere creates a sense of belonging amongst musicians and listeners, promoting empathy, acceptance, and mutual understanding. For young people, in particular, music events can encourage exploring new perspectives on what they may have already known—and even introduce them to thoughts and ideas they may have never considered before. Thus, music events can create a beautiful, interconnected community and lead to transformative knowledge sharing that has a positive, epic effect on the individual and the greater good.

03/31/2023

Get your game going and play 4 rounds at Independence Golf Course in Midlothian, VA! Bid now at Bluegrass and Brews silent auction and hit
the greens this summer. Click on the link in our bio and take a look at all our great items and support
HSP's programming to foster the good life for all!

01/20/2023

Save the date for this years Bluegrass & Brews! We'll have a silent auction, local beer and food, and some great music. Stay tuned for more updates!

01/12/2023

Come join us for our public health trip this May! Together we will explore culturally responsive practices for health professionals, teachers, and social workers! We will also work on a new initiative to train wellness promoters in the Highlands. For more information email [email protected]

05/06/2022

Come out to The ALLEY for Bluegrass and Brews 2022.

05/06/2022

AtlerNatives Bluegrass & Brews is honored to bring the talented singer/songwriter Matt M***a back to Richmond. Matt M***a is a midwest born-and-bred musician who performs original music threaded by folk, blues, and American rock influences. His inspired songwriting and passionate performance have garnered comparisons to Bruce Springsteen, Lyle Lovett, Jackson Browne, and Hayes Carll.
You can support the cause of sustainable development through our virtual silent auction or purchase a raffle ticket: https://event.gives/hsp2022

05/03/2022

Come Rain or Shine, we are going to have a good time at AlterNatives' Bluegrass & Brews this Saturday, May 7th. Music from 11:00 a.m. to Sundown.

11-12pm) The Beason Duo
12-1pm) Brackish Water Jamboree
1-2pm) Dalton Dash Trio
2-3pm) Matt M***a
3-4pm) Adam Dawson
4-5pm) Garden Variety String Band
5-6pm) The Dewclaws
6-7pm) Housten Scott company
7-8pm) Stu Kindle

05/01/2022

There is buzz 🐝 going around our garden about the upcoming visit of Brackish Water Jamboree to The ALLEY for AlterNatives Bluegrass & Brews. They will be on stage at noon.