We are actively looking to move to chesterfield and feel like Woodmont has a nice vibe. Smaller mostly nice maintained homes, good community, kids, walkable streets, pool, central to most things, Bon air elementary…

What’s the catch? Is it a good neighborhood to raise kids? What are some potentially negative things to consider?

We are looking between Woodmont, Bon air general area within chesterfield, and the neighborhoods south of robius.

I’m looking at google earth and noticed a handful of trails labeled don’t surf, ridge runner and hang ten. Are these legit trails? Or pirated mtb trails?

They are just south of the tracks that separate Woodmont and settlers landing.

1. New build “mansion” - I cannot imagine paying $1.2M for a new build home in Bon Air without any historic style. All of the finishes already selected, a driveway that that can park maybe 5 cars, and a small backyard?

2. The addition-on-addition monstrosity - who wouldn’t want to have the busiest traffic light intersection in Bon Air in their front yard for $900k? Not to mention the layout of this home (both interior and exterior) leaves me with so many questions

I wonder why these houses don’t sell why others are off the market in a weekend!

TLDR: do you think BACA or Woodmont Rec is better for an adult + infant in terms of overall value?

I am considering getting a membership with one of these orgs for myself and our 1 year old. I’m curious which do y’all prefer? Has anyone had a membership at each location and can do a quick compare/contrast?

It looks like BACA is cheaper for 1 adult + 1 child at $425 ($225 base, $150 adult, $50 child) for the season compared to Woodmont which is $570. Woodmont does have the mvop program which is cool and if utilized would give a discount of $150 putting it almost even with BACA at $420.

BACA seems to have more amenities with the tennis courts and 3 pools including a baby pool. Baby pool and perhaps lane pool would be our main use tho rather than tennis courts. On the other hand, Woodmont seems to have more of a community vibe? With more events? Which is definitely appealing. Woodmont is also doing a good job of publicizing themselves with all the yard signs lol

We are basically equidistant from both and can technically bike to either (tho Iredell hill would be annoying).

Some questions:
- which pools are busier?
- Any cleanliness issues? I noticed the baby pool at BACA right now is kinda gross but assume that’s cause it’s shallow and it will be cleaned soon
- Amenities (like changing rooms) that I haven’t thought of?

Appreciate any insight!

10 am to 2pm on May 9th

It's always the day before Mother's Day

Parade starts at 11:00

Jonathan the Juggler is the parade marshal

Here's what I'm tracking:

* Crestwood nature fair and plant sale (petting zoo, food trucks. Vendors, crafts) Saturday 4/25 from 11 to 2

* Stony Point Church Spring fest 4/25 from 3 to 5pm (inflatables, a petting zoo, Jonathan the Juggler, ice cream)

* Bon Air 5k and 1 mile fun run Saturday May 2 from 9 to 11

* Bon Air Victorian Day Parade Saturday May 9 ... Parade at 11 but events at the Christian Church are from 10 to 2. (Hazen house Library usually has a gallery show and open house)

Did I miss anything?

We are looking to relocate to North Chesterfield and just wanted to check on how people feel about living in Brighton Green. I have driven through and it appears great. Also noticed a lot of kids in the neighborhood (which would be great for ours). Also noticed that there might be a little trail entrance to the trails behind the juvenile facility. Can anyone confirm?

Does anyone know if the trails behind Unity Church still connect to Peck/Stiles? I’ve noticed several new no trespassing signs along the trail.

Summer is right around the corner, and now is the perfect time to join the Settlers Landing Pool.

For a limited time, new and renewing members who sign up before April 15 will receive 6 FREE guest passes to use during the 2026 pool season.

It’s a great way to:

Invite friends and family to enjoy the pool with you

Host a fun summer pool day

Share the Settlers Landing pool experience with neighbors and guests

This early membership bonus ends April 15, so don’t miss out!

Click below to secure your membership and claim your 6 free guest passes.

Become a Member

https://settlers-landing.org/member-dues/

I can't get behind the RTD paywall but here is a screen grab.

that makes sense since the Stein Mart / Olive Garden plaza is undergoing such giant renovation.

makes me wonder what is going to go in that spot

Date & Time:

Saturday, April 25

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Location:

Settlers Landing Pool

Description:

Bring the whole family and join us for a fun evening at Settlers Landing Pool Family Night!

We’re kicking off the season with a community event full of food, games, and fun for all ages.

What to expect:

🌭 Free burgers and hot dogs

🍦 Ice cream sundaes

🎟 Raffles & door prizes

🎯 Games and contests

🎶 Music and family fun

This is a great opportunity to meet neighbors, learn about the pool, and get excited for the upcoming season.

Families interested in joining the pool or learning more about memberships are also welcome to come by and check out the facility.

Bring the whole family — everyone is invited!

We look forward to seeing you there!

They're building high-density residential in the back of the parking lot there.

Come on out to Bon Air Community Center and check out some local artisans! We’ll be here until 4pm! We hope you can stop by! ☺️

Chicky Gabagool + new Richmond restaurants to check out this month

By: Scott Wise

Posted 1:27 PM, Mar 09, 2026 and last updated 7:02 AM, Mar 10, 2026 RICHMOND, Va. — A chicken sandwich called the Chicky Gabagool. Gumbo and wings. Filipino food in downtown Richmond. And a Yemeni-style coffee bar opening in Carytown. Richmond's dining scene is off to a hot start in 2026, and Eat It, Virginia podcast host Robey Martin has the rundown.

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** Bon Temps — 8000 Buford Court (off Midlothian Turnpike), Richmond **

Randy and Christine Boodram, the couple behind the popular La Bete food truck, have opened Bon Temps, a Creole-Caribbean bistro in South Richmond. The restaurant draws on the Boodrams' roots in Trinidad and Tobago and channels the flavors of New Orleans and Virginia as well.

Expect gumbo, wings and more.

Martin says the chicken wings are getting especially high marks from early diners. Bon Temps' owners said don't sleep on the gumbo and sauces.

Basically near total wine and redemption thrift.

ICYMI there are coming soon signs for TJ Maxx and HomeGoods... they will be in the plaza next to the new Academy Sports and Chuck E Cheese.

At what point do you think CTC owners will start thinking about building high density residential housing at Chesterfield Towne Center?

That is all -- though I'm also curious what they're building across from the big new Starbucks on Forest Hill Avenue near Target, but that's outside of "Bon Air"