Second Annual Mid-Atlantic Beard & ‘Stache Championships April 27, 2013

The RVA Beard League is proud to host the 2nd Annual Mid-Atlantic Beard & ‘Stache Championships, to benefit Big Brother Big Sisters of Greater Richmond. The event will be held on April 27, 2013 at the Canal Club in Shockoe Bottom and is sponsored by Pabst Blue Ribbon, the "People's Beer of Richmond."

The RVA Beard League in Richmond, Virginia is a social community service organization that supports and encourages the growth of facial hair by those who can, and promotes the appreciation of it in all its forms. We're here to help build a sense of community in Richmond and beyond through charitable deeds and events. We've directly and indirectly represented RVA in the national media appearing on IFC TV's "Whisker Wars," and in Steven Spielberg's Lincoln.

Here is our distinguished panel of judges, their ties to RVA, and what they're best known for:

Chris Adler
Multi-Grammy Nominated Richmond Native
Drummer for metal band Lamb of God
Amy Sakasitz
Former Child Actress
Best known as playing Margaret in the Dennis The Menace movie

Steve McKenna
Bartender at Fat Dragon Chinese Kitchen and Bar
Stunt Drinker/Co-Host of AXS TV's "Drinking Made Easy"

Jesse Smith
Tattoo artist at Loose Screw Tattoo
Top 5 Finalist on Spike TV's "Ink Master"

Melissa Chase
Richmond Radio Icon
Host of "River Mornings" on 103.7 The River

Official Website: http://www.beardleague.org