The Week Ahead: March 5-11

Our Richmondmom.com’s own RVAEpicTales team hits the road this week and you can help send them off with cheers and laughter on Tuesday, March 6 at 4:00 p.m. – don’t miss the fun! And there’s plenty to do this week in Richmond while they’re making their way southwest so check out all of the events below and plan your week early. Let us know what you like best!

 

Monday, March 5, 2012

CMoR Member Monday.  CMoR-Central.  9:30am-1:00pm.  CMoR Central is open exclusively to members on the first and fourth Monday of each month during the school year.  Enjoy light snacks and beverages during these special days.

Great Wolf Lodge deal – the best rates and deals you’ve ever seen at Great Wolf Williamsburg. Rates are good from March 4 – March 9 so hurry. They are going fast and there are a limited number of rooms.

Stinky Cheese Man! This performance is at the theatre formerly known as the Empire Theatre, recently renamed to “Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre” at 114 West Broad Street. If you can’t make this date, just use your Savvy Saver card for a half-price child’s ticket with each adult ticket purchased. The show runs through March 18, 2012.

Maymont’s Japanese Garden’s 100th Anniversary. From the dramatic 45-foot waterfall to the azumaya overlooking the pond, there are countless photographic opportunities in Maymont’s Japanese Garden. This year, Maymont kicks off its celebration of the Japanese Garden’s 100th anniversary with a special photography contest running now through March 30.   Guests are invited to submit their best images of the garden featuring the landscape, plants and garden elements as well as candids of people enjoying the space. The grand prize winner will receive an iPad, courtesy of Best Buy (Mechanicsville), a portrait session with Cliff Bruce Studio and a one-year Maymont membership. Terrific prizes will also be awarded to second, third and people’s choice winners.

2012 CAA Men’s Basketball Championship Monday, Mar 5 7:00p at Richmond Coliseum, Richmond, VA.

Toddler Time At Maymont: Down On The Farm – Three-session program: Mondays, March 5-19, 10-10:45am, Children’s Farm. Come on over to Maymont for some fun at the Children’s Farm! Toddlers will enjoy a story, craft, visit with one of Maymont’s animals, feeding the animals and free play at the farm. Ages 1-4; adult must accompany child. $24 per parent and child pair/$19 members. Space is limited. Register by March 4 online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Tuesday, March 6

The BIG RVAEpicTales send off! Please join our Send-Off Party at Dominion Auto Group on Tuesday, 3/6/12 at 4pm where we’ll share our route, wave good-bye to our family and friends and present a check to our Richmond Adopt-a-Classroom teacher Alexander Mustico. Just for attending you’ll get a chance to win your own Chevy Traverse for a long weekend (yeah, we wish we could keep ours, too.)

Spirited Art Spring Break Camp for kids - check out all they have to offer with fun for everyone. For just $25 per child per day, kids can create a beautiful work of art and utilize their art skills, imagination and energy. They can attend one day, or all three since there will be a different painting every day. To register, visit the website and click on the Richmond calendar. Call 804.360.5909 with questions. Spirited Art is located at 4029 Whittal Way right next to the Wine Loft in Short Pump.

Club Mom with Richmond Jazz Society – in Chesterfield Towne Center Food Court from 9-11 a.m. and features great entertainment, fun giveaways for the adults, and free breakfast for children 12 years or younger. (Breakfast tickets are given out until 10:30 a.m. and are valid until 10:45 a.m. on Club Mom event days.).

Young at Art: Ancient Art and Languages.  10am-11am.  VMFA – Preschool Program. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each month. Check website for times and details.

Great Wolf Lodge deal – the best rates and deals you’ve ever seen at Great Wolf Williamsburg. Rates are good from March 4 – March 9 so hurry. They are going fast and there are a limited number of rooms.

The Lion King. Experience the phenomenon as Richmond’s most eagerly awaited stage production leaps onto the Landmark Theater stage! Visually stunning, technically astounding, with a musical score like none other you’ve heard. Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap. The entire savannah comes to life, the music soars and Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.”

Stinky Cheese Man! This performance is at the theatre formerly known as the Empire Theatre, recently renamed to “Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre” at 114 West Broad Street. If you can’t make this date, just use your Savvy Saver card for a half-price child’s ticket with each adult ticket purchased. The show runs fthrough March 18, 2012.

Maymont’s Japanese Garden’s 100th Anniversary. From the dramatic 45-foot waterfall to the azumaya overlooking the pond, there are countless photographic opportunities in Maymont’s Japanese Garden. This year, Maymont kicks off its celebration of the Japanese Garden’s 100th anniversary with a special photography contest running now through March 30.   Guests are invited to submit their best images of the garden featuring the landscape, plants and garden elements as well as candids of people enjoying the space. The grand prize winner will receive an iPad, courtesy of Best Buy (Mechanicsville), a portrait session with Cliff Bruce Studio and a one-year Maymont membership. Terrific prizes will also be awarded to second, third and people’s choice winners.

St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church in Glen Allen will host faith leaders from area churches to speak for its Lenten Series. On Tuesdays during Lent, the series will offer lunch followed by a talk on this year’s theme, At the Foot of the Cross. All are invited for a time to partake of food for the body and the soul. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. and speakers at 12:15 p.m. The cost is $7 for lunch or participants may bring their own. The series is held at St. Michael’s located at 4491 Springfield Road in Glen Allen. Visit website to see names of speakers each week and their church affiliations.

Homework Club hosted by Tutor Doctor of Richmond 3:30-5pm every Tuesday when school is in session. Complimentary tutoring assistance in elementary & middle school subjects. Show completed homework & receive a free Icedream. Open to all Elementary School students. You provide the homework, we’ll provide the help and the Icedreams!

Wednesday, March 7

Spirited Art is starting a weekday class - every Wednesday, we will be offering an adult class at 11 a.m.  You’re welcome to bring your own lunch/snacks during this weekday class.  Check out our calendar www.myspiritedart.com.

Spirited Art Spring Break Camp for kids - check out all they have to offer with fun for everyone. For just $25 per child per day, kids can create a beautiful work of art and utilize their art skills, imagination and energy. They can attend one day, or all three since there will be a different painting every day. To register, visit the website and click on the Richmond calendar. Call 804.360.5909 with questions. Spirited Art is located at 4029 Whittal Way right next to the Wine Loft in Short Pump.

Young at Art: Ancient Art and Languages.  10am-11am.  VMFA – Preschool Program. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each month. Check website for times and details.

Great Wolf Lodge deal – the best rates and deals you’ve ever seen at Great Wolf Williamsburg. Rates are good from March 4 – March 9 so hurry. They are going fast and there are a limited number of rooms.

The Lion King. Experience the phenomenon as Richmond’s most eagerly awaited stage production leaps onto the Landmark Theater stage!

Stinky Cheese Man! This performance is at the theatre formerly known as the Empire Theatre, recently renamed to “Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre” at 114 West Broad Street. If you can’t make this date, just use your Savvy Saver card for a half-price child’s ticket with each adult ticket purchased. The show runs fthrough March 18, 2012.

Maymont’s Japanese Garden’s 100th Anniversary. From the dramatic 45-foot waterfall to the azumaya overlooking the pond, there are countless photographic opportunities in Maymont’s Japanese Garden. This year, Maymont kicks off its celebration of the Japanese Garden’s 100th anniversary with a special photography contest running now through March 30.   Guests are invited to submit their best images of the garden featuring the landscape, plants and garden elements as well as candids of people enjoying the space. The grand prize winner will receive an iPad, courtesy of Best Buy (Mechanicsville), a portrait session with Cliff Bruce Studio and a one-year Maymont membership. Terrific prizes will also be awarded to second, third and people’s choice winners.

Lunch Science Break at Science Mueum  How! And Other Approaches to American Indians, presented by Karenne Wood, Director, Virginia Indian Heritage Program, Virginia Foundation for the Humanities and member of the Monacan Indian Nation. Lunch Break Science is brought to you by Owens & Minor.

Bargain Boutique and Giggle Me Green Spring sale. 10:00 a.m. on March 7, 8 and 9. Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Thursday, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.; and riday, 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Hanover Plaza, 7480 Lee David Road, Suite 8, Mechanicsville, VA 231111.

Thursday, March 8

Innsbrook Wellness: FREE Health Screenings and “Ask a Doctor” at Innsbrook – Markel Building, 4501 HIghwood Pkwy, Carpenter A Room. Free light snack, first 5 people registered receive a free glucose screening. Get a free BMI, blood pressure, balance/posture test, sleep health booth, neurology information heart health information, behavioral health information, and cancer services information (including mammography). Plenty of Free giveaways too. RSVP to RBurns@VAPhysicians.com.

Barnes & Noble Storytime at Short Pump – Children’s Storytime: Toddlers and Preschoolers (Ages 6 and Under). Join us each Thursday for our Children’s Storytime. On the third Thursday of each month, we’ll have a special visit from Seymour and the Children’s Museum. Thursday January 12, 2012 10:30 AM – Thursday December 13, 2012 at Short Pump – 11640 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233, 804-360-0103.

Spirited Art Spring Break Camp for kids - check out all they have to offer with fun for everyone. For just $25 per child per day, kids can create a beautiful work of art and utilize their art skills, imagination and energy. They can attend one day, or all three since there will be a different painting every day. To register, visit the website and click on the Richmond calendar. Call 804.360.5909 with questions. Spirited Art is located at 4029 Whittal Way right next to the Wine Loft in Short Pump.

Young at Art: Ancient Art and Languages.  10am-11am.  VMFA – Preschool Program. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each month. Check website for times and details.

Great Wolf Lodge deal – the best rates and deals you’ve ever seen at Great Wolf Williamsburg. Rates are good from March 4 – March 9 so hurry. They are going fast and there are a limited number of rooms.

The Lion King. Experience the phenomenon as Richmond’s most eagerly awaited stage production leaps onto the Landmark Theater stage!

Stinky Cheese Man! This performance is at the theatre formerly known as the Empire Theatre, recently renamed to “Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre” at 114 West Broad Street. If you can’t make this date, just use your Savvy Saver card for a half-price child’s ticket with each adult ticket purchased. The show runs through March 18, 2012.

Maymont’s Japanese Garden’s 100th Anniversary. From the dramatic 45-foot waterfall to the azumaya overlooking the pond, there are countless photographic opportunities in Maymont’s Japanese Garden. This year, Maymont kicks off its celebration of the Japanese Garden’s 100th anniversary with a special photography contest running now through March 30.   Guests are invited to submit their best images of the garden featuring the landscape, plants and garden elements as well as candids of people enjoying the space. The grand prize winner will receive an iPad, courtesy of Best Buy (Mechanicsville), a portrait session with Cliff Bruce Studio and a one-year Maymont membership. Terrific prizes will also be awarded to second, third and people’s choice winners.

Bargain Boutique and Giggle Me Green Spring sale. 10:00 a.m. on March 7, 8 and 9. Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Thursday, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.; and riday, 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Hanover Plaza, 7480 Lee David Road, Suite 8, Mechanicsville, VA 231111.

Friday, March 9

28th Craftsmen’s Spring Classic – Click to save $1 off admission.

Robious Middle School is putting on a production of ‘Willy Wonka, Jr’ that you don’t want to miss. The performances are Friday and Saturday nights at 7 pm, and Sunday at 4 pm. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students and kids.

TOYconomy Meet and Greet on Friday, March 9th, 2012 at 10:30 am at Mom’s Treehouse (2292 John Rolfe Pkwy). Come and learn about TOYconomy, the most convenient solution to renting toys online. Live demonstrations, information and toy samples will all be part of this fun hour at Mom’s Treehouse.

Camp In at the Science Museum on Friday, March 9-Saturday, March 10. When the sun sets, the fun rises at Camp In! Camp In features tons of special hands-on activities. $45 per child. For every four children, one adult chaperone is required and admitted for $20. Additional adults are $45. For more information or to register, call 804.864.1400.

Great Wolf Lodge deal – the best rates and deals you’ve ever seen at Great Wolf Williamsburg. Rates are good from March 4 – March 9 so hurry. They are going fast and there are a limited number of rooms.

Storytime with Clifford, Tigger, Pooh, Sweet Frog, a Princess, and other characters at CMoR Central and Short Pump. Visit website for times and details. Special celebration of National Reading Month.

Stinky Cheese Man! This performance is at the theatre formerly known as the Empire Theatre, recently renamed to “Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre” at 114 West Broad Street. If you can’t make this date, just use your Savvy Saver card for a half-price child’s ticket with each adult ticket purchased. The show runs through March 18, 2012.

The Lion King. Experience the phenomenon as Richmond’s most eagerly awaited stage production leaps onto the Landmark Theater stage!

Maymont’s Japanese Garden’s 100th Anniversary.

ARENA Racing at the Richmond Coliseum at 7:30 p.m. Get your tickets early!

Full Moon Hike at Maymont. Friday, March 9, 6:30-8:30pm, Maymont Grounds and Gardens. Explore the joy of the night garden on this magical hike through Maymont. With a knowledgeable Maymont horticulturist as your guide, your senses will come alive as you learn about the Japanese Garden and experience Maymont lit by the moon and full of nighttime sounds. Dress warmly and wear good walking shoes. Cancelled in severe weather; no rain date. $20 per person/$17 members. Register by March 8; call 804-358-7166, ext. 310.

Spring Open House at Tweed – 15% off everything in the store, giveaways, food, and fun!  The Shoppes at Westgate at Lauderdale and Broad. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Lakewood Manor’s 5th Annual Book Sale to Benefit Literacy Friday & Saturday, March 9 & 10 from 10 AM – 2 PM  Simms Center. All proceeds will benefit local English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs. 1900 Lauderdale Drive  – Richmond, VA 23238.

Bargain Boutique and Giggle Me Green Spring sale. 10:00 a.m. on March 7, 8 and 9. Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Thursday, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.; and riday, 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Hanover Plaza, 7480 Lee David Road, Suite 8, Mechanicsville, VA 231111.

Saturday, March 10

St. Patty Palooza at Innsbrook, 4951 Lakebrook Drive, Glen All.  Free parking and free admission with event running from noon until 5:00 p.m. – family-friendly event with food, kids activities, beer garden, Thistle and Shamrock Dancers, petting zoo, inflatables, crafters, vendors, games, music and more. Benefits go to St. Baldrick’s Foundation to fight kids cancer.

Robious Middle School is putting on a production of ‘Willy Wonka, Jr’ that you don’t want to miss. The performances are Saturday night at 7 pm, and Sunday at 4 pm. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students and kids.

Camp In at the Science Museum on Friday, March 9-Saturday, March 10. When the sun sets, the fun rises at Camp In! Camp In features tons of special hands-on activities. $45 per child. For every four children, one adult chaperone is required and admitted for $20. Additional adults are $45. For more information or to register, call 804.864.1400.

Richmond 2012 Walk for Wishes takes place at Dorey Park in the east end of Henrico County, the Make-A-Wish-Foundation of Greater Richmond will be holding a 5K Walk/Run on March 10. Registration begin at 8:30 a.m., Kids Fun Run at 9:00 a.m., 5K begins at 10:00 a.m. Food, fun, fellowship and celebration of wishes!

God of Carnage and August: Osage County final week! Get $5 off admission or use your Savvy Saver card for savings. You’ll laugh until you cry! It’s all at the Barksdale Theatre and Theatre Gym at Theatre IV.

Becoming an Illustrator (register online!) See how art influences picture-book illustrators and vice versa. Use the techniques of illustrators and artists to create an original story.

The 4th Annual Benedictine/Saint Gertrude 5K Challenge benefits the students at BCP and SGHS.  The 5K walk/run starts in the BCP parking lot and passes through the Museum District and Windsor Farms. Contact Amber Berry at 822-3949.

Spring Open House at Tweed – 15% off everything in the store, giveaways, food, and fun!  The Shoppes at Westgate at Lauderdale and Broad. 10 am. – 6 pm

Storytime with Clifford, Tigger, Pooh, Sweet Frog, a Princess, and other characters at CMoR Central and Short Pump. Visit website for times and details. Special celebration of National Reading Month.

Crazy about Clay at CMoR Central! Students will learn about clay from 9:45 – 10:30 a.m. — that it comes from the Earth and that there are many different types of clay. We will look at ancient sculptures made of clay as well as modern day pottery. Students will have the opportunity to learn what a “pinch pot” is and will attempt to make one with air dry clay. They will also be able to make a free hand sculpture of their choice.

A Million Blooms kicks off with Orchids Galore! — a spectacular display of orchids in the Conservatory from Saturday, March 10 – Sunday, June 3, 2012. The celebration continues with millions of blooms throughout the spring season: daffodils, cherry blossoms, tulips, roses and peonies. Highlights include special events such as Easter Weekend,Mother’s Day, the Spring Plant Sale and plant shows and activities in the Children’s Garden.

Second Annual Free to Breathe 5K Run/Walk and Memorial Walk. Saturday, March 10th, 2012 from 07:00 AM – 11:00 AM at: Location: – 4951 Lake Brook Drive, Glen Allen, Virginia 23060. To learn more, please visit www.FreetoBreathe.com.

The Lion King. Experience the phenomenon as Richmond’s most eagerly awaited stage production leaps onto the Landmark Theater stage!

3rd Annual Fan Fest featuring 2012 Camp Expo.  9 am-Noon.  Join the Flying Squirrels at The Diamond for Fan Fest, this year featuring a Camp Expo.  This is the first time fans can purchase their individual game tickets for the 2012 season!

Celebrating Cultural Heritage Day; Through Food. Saturday, March 10, noon-5 pm Discover the wide variety of ethnic and cultural foods as you enhance your exploration of the groundbreaking exhibition RACE: Are We So Different? which examines the topic from scientific,historical and cultural perspectives.

Special Members Only Program – A World of Coffee & Tea at the Science Museum of Virginia. Saturday, March 10, 11 am-1 pm. Join us for a free members-only program on Family Cultural Saturday! Get steeped in knowledge about coffees and teas from far-flung corners of the globe. Lamplighter Roasting Company and Umami Gourmet Coffee and Exotic Tea Shop will be here to enliven your taste buds. Experience the commonalities of our favorite warm beverages and their impact on our global communities. This members-only event is for adults. Space is limited, and advance registration is required, Please contact membership@smv.org or call 804.864.1449 to reserve a seat.

the ARTisan Cafe – Richmond, VA Saturday, Mar 10 6:00p to 10:00p at Artspace Gallery, Richmond, VA. Featured in the March 2012 issue of Essence Magazine, this the ARTisan Cafe is a lifestyle shopping affair. Everything from handcrafted jewelry and unique home furnishings to original paintings clothing and artwork will be available for sale. Live musicians complete the creative ambience, allowing shoppers to listen to beauty as they survey it while enjoying local wine.

28th Craftsmen’s Spring Classic – Click to save $1 off admission.

Stinky Cheese Man! This performance is at the theatre formerly known as the Empire Theatre, recently renamed to “Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre” at 114 West Broad Street. If you can’t make this date, just use your Savvy Saver card for a half-price child’s ticket with each adult ticket purchased. The show runs through March 18, 2012.

2012 Easter Seals UCP Eggstravaganza Saturday, Mar 10 6:00p  at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, VA.

Lakewood Manor’s 5th Annual Book Sale to Benefit Literacy Friday & Saturday, March 9 & 10 from 10 AM – 2 PM  Simms Center. All proceeds will benefit local English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs. 1900 Lauderdale Drive  – Richmond, VA 23238.

Sunday, March 11

28th Craftsmen’s Spring Classic – Click to save $1 off admission.

Jack and Abby Neonatal Fundraiser – Join us for an evening open house of shopping, wine, food, raffles and a good time! All for a great cause! The Wine Loft at West Broad Village will host our fun event and will donate 20% of all wine and food sales to the Foundation. Shop for fabulous items from Thirty-One, Scentsy and Stella & Dot. Each consultant will donate a portion of their proceeds to the Foundation. There is no obligation to shop, but believe us, you will not be able to resist!

God of Carnage and August: Osage County final week! Get $5 off admission or use your Savvy Saver card for savings. You’ll laugh until you cry! It’s all at the Barksdale Theatre and Theatre Gym at Theatre IV.

Robious Middle School is putting on a production of ‘Willy Wonka, Jr’ that you don’t want to miss. The final performance is Sunday at 4 pm. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students and kids.

Storytime with Clifford, Tigger, Pooh, Sweet Frog, a Princess, and other characters at CMoR Central and Short Pump. Visit website for times and details. Special celebration of National Reading Month.

Moscow Festival Ballet A Columbia Artist Production / Direct from Moscow, Russia Company of 50 / Sergei Radchenko, artistic director – Swan Lake Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at Alice Jepson Theatre“An impressive performance of a classical ballet, energized with dramatic expression and sensational steps.” — The Chronicle, Durham, North Carolina .

Spring Open House at Tweed – 15% off everything in the store, giveaways, food, and fun!  The Shoppes at Westgate at Lauderdale and Broad. 10 am – 6 pm.

Stinky Cheese Man! This performance is at the theatre formerly known as the Empire Theatre, recently renamed to “Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre” at 114 West Broad Street. If you can’t make this date, just use your Savvy Saver card for a half-price child’s ticket with each adult ticket purchased. The show runs through March 18, 2012.

The Lion King. Experience the phenomenon as Richmond’s most eagerly awaited stage production leaps onto the Landmark Theater stage!

A Million Blooms kicks off with Orchids Galore!

Love Our Critters! In celebration of our pets and other lovable critters, a variety of animal-themed artwork by various artists will be on display at the Montpelier Center from March 1-31. A Reception, Silent Auction and Sale will be on Sunday, March 11, 2012 2-5pm. See website for gallery hours. Check website for confirmation of dates and times.