GlobeHopper has a announced a series of open dialogue events each Monday. The calendar so far has 3 great Monday night discussions set up for the next 3 weeks: Smart Growth in Richmond, Local Foods, and The New Three R’s Moving from Reduce, Reuse, Recycle to Renew, Replenish and Restore

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GlobeHopper has been open for about a month but the GlobeHopper Grand Opening will be Thursday, April 3 through Sunday, April 6 and will feature live music, extended hours and access to its tree-shaded patio. Musicians include classical guitarist Steve Ashby, the acoustic sounds of Andrew Lipke, and a jazz band with Jason Jenkins.

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Tim at geistweg stops by GlobeHopper and has good things to say:

Not unlike Café Gutenberg, I have to say that one of the biggest selling points is the atmosphere. Being in an old building, and making use of the existing structure, the owners have managed to creat that feeling of character you expect to see in Seattle or New Orleans.

The coffee was fresh (and hot) straight out of a French press, with the kind of rich, aromatic flavor I love. And even though I didn’t order any food, Amy had a hazelnut biscotti which she thought was delicious.

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This week’s Style has the the scoop on the opening-this-month sandwich and coffee shop, GlobeHopper Coffeehouse & Lounge:

“They’ll serve a minimalist menu of sandwiches and espresso drinks for now; beer, wine and liqueurs will follow, along with a few dinner entrees on weekends.”