This Week’s Events Calendar
The Week Ahead: January 23 – 29, 2012
There are lots of fun activities this week so wrap up and head out. Don't miss the grand opening of Brain Balance in Midlothian and meet the brains behind … [Read More...]
Featured Stories
Can Oncoplastic Surgery Make Breast Cancer Surgery More Bearable?
When a woman is facing breast cancer surgery, there are complex issues and concerns. The obvious concerns of the cancer itself are complicated by the fears and anxiety of how surgery will create physical … Read More
College Nannies & Tutors Receives Prestigious Award
You already know how much Richmond moms, dads, and grandparents LOVE College Nannies & Tutors. Well, now everyone knows how great they are. They were recently recognized with the Rock Star Designation … Read More
RACE: Are We So Different? Win Tickets Now
RACE: Are We So Different? That's what the Science Museum of Virginia wants to know - and they're providing an interactive opportunity for children and adults to explore and learn more about race and … Read More
Real Richmond Review: Rethinking Grocery Shopping with Relay Foods
Let me preface this review with a confession: Prior to my fresh (in more ways than one) experience with Relay Foods, I believed such co-ops to be A.) providers of only the earthiest/crunchiest of goods, B.) … Read More
The Power of a Story: A Child’s Hunger
I received an email with this story attached today, and it stopped me in my tracks, and I wanted to share it with you: I've worked with the Central Virginia Food Bank (aka Feedmore) for many years. … Read More
January Rockstar: Stefanie White Smith
There are lots of Richmond Rockstars who do plenty for other people. That's why Richmondmom.com recognizes a deserving Richmond mom as a Rockstar each month for the incredible things they accomplish. Lisa … Read More
Buy One, Get One Free Matinee at Theatre IV’s Stinky Cheese Man, Join Us
The Stinky Cheese Man Based on the book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith Adapted by John Glore What do you get when you take fairy tale classics and turn them on their heads? How about the Ugly Duckling … Read More
The 100th Anniversary of the Historic Empire Theatre and Dedication as the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre
Through my relationship with Richmondmom.com Theatre IV has become an important part of my family. Theatre IV productions have offered a chance for my kids to experience a variety of theatrical performances. … Read More
Have You Explored All There is to Love About Virginia
Each year the Virginia Tourism Corporation shares highlights of special events for the upcoming year throughout Virginia. A key focus this year is the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and Emmancipation … Read More
Coolest Valentine’s Day Gift: Candy Bouquets by a Richmond Mom
Valentines Day: another year of flowers and chocolates, ho-hum. Why not send a friend, favorite kiddo or sweetie a gift of a Candy Bouquet? Last month we featured Richmond-mom owned CandyBouquet.com, … Read More
Kidz Connection: Join us for a fun day of resources for your Richmond Kids
Style Weekly’s Kidz Connection Sat. February 11, 2012 Noon – 4pm Science Museum of Virginia Kidz Connection provides Richmond families with the resources they need to make informative … Read More
The “Death of Preschool”: What About the Children?
Have you heard the recent news about the “death of preschool?” What's it all about and what does this mean for children? In an article published in the Nov./Dec. issue of Scientific American Mind, … Read More
Shopping
Dream Dinners New Menu Choices: Savvy Saver Discounts!
Dream Dinners offers more choices than ever before. In January, they introduced their new 8 ounce Choice Cut Chicken (used in the Zesty Orange Chicken) and a new 8 ounce Choice Cut Top Sirloin (used in … [Read More...]
KidsDineFree.net Card for Just $10: Hurry Because Offer Won’t Last Long
KidsDineFree.net has always offered some great deals for our community. Now, they're offering more offers to even more locations throughout Virginia and now in Florida. KidsDineFree.net has some … [Read More...]
Vintage Couture Has a BOGO FREE Sale Going On Now
Vintage Couture is starting off the New Year with a bang and it's a sale you don't want to miss. Right now, you can buy one-get one FREE on all boys and girls items sizes 0-24 months. This also includes … [Read More...]
Fun For Moms
Spirited Art, Delicious Food and Wine: Count Me In!
Spirited Art is making it fun for kids and moms to have a great time with two special upcoming events. Kids will enjoy fun art projects and sweet treats from Sweet Spot. And for Valentine's Day, instead … Read More
Half Price Tickets “For the Love of Music!”
HALF PRICE TICKETS IN FEBRUARY FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC! As a gift to the greater Richmond community during the month of February, the Richmond Symphony’s newest initiative, For the Love of Music!, will … Read More
It’s Time to Make Plans for the 67th Book & Author Dinner
The Junior League of Richmond (JLR) and Dominion Virginia Power will welcome seven nationally-acclaimed authors to Richmond on Tuesday, May 1, for the 67th Book & Author Dinner. The JLR Book & … Read More
Mommy and Me for working moms
Maybe it was just the fog of being a new mom and going back to work, but I had a hard time finding Mommy and Me classes that I could actually attend with my new baby. It seemed the majority of Mommy and … Read More
Patsy Cline Tribute at the Barksdale: Use $avvy $aver to $ave
Crazy! That's what most people think about when they think of Patsy Cline. And you can enjoy the incredible tribute to this legendary country singer at the Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern. Always … Read More
Enter Here to Win Two Tickets to CHIP’s Chocoholic February 9, 2012
One of Richmond's must-attend events each year is CHIP's Chocoholic--a personal favorite of mine as I really believe in the great work that CHIP (Children's Health Involving Parents)--now part of Family … Read More
Fun for Kids
Christopher the Clown Visits CMoR on Saturday, February 4
Ringling Brothers Ambassador of Laughter, Christopher the Clown, will visit the Children's Museum of Richmond (CMoR) in Short Pump on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 9:30 am for a special story time event. … [Read More...]
Summer Camps 2012
We are currently building our 2012 Summer Camp list. If you would like to advertise or be listed on this page please email info@richmondmom.com To get an idea of camps in the area you can check out … [Read More...]
Civil War 150 History Mobile
Civil War 150 HistoryMobile ~ Tentative Schedule ~ The Civil War 150 HistoryMobile will travel around the Commonwealth bringing an interactive experience to commerate the 150th anniversary of the First … [Read More...]
Richmond Most Complete list of Children’s Birthday Party Spots
Wondering where to have your child's birthday party this year? We've got you covered with this great Richmond birthday party list! Whether your birthday child is an artist, a gymnast, a chef, a … [Read More...]
Richmond Grandparents
Who Knew Grandparenting Would Be So Fun?
Grandparenting can be a challenging role depending on how you and your grown children view child-rearing responsibilities. Some grown children raise children the way they were raised, while others veer … [Read More...]
Motivation Kicks Butt — But Action Kicks Harder
I'm waiting because I know it's coming soon. I can't do anything until it does. For years, I've been trained to think that I must find the motivation within myself to truly begin a task or activity and … [Read More...]
