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Events for Monday, August 26th 2013
Revolutions: Songs of Social Change
Through January 5, 2014 The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! What does one of Bob Dylan’s best–known songs have to do with slavery and the American Civil War? How did spiritual songs recorded by Union soldiers in the 1860s become popular protest songs 100 years later? Every song has a […]
Denim Drive
Whitten Brothers 5th annual denim drive at Chesterfield Towne Center to benefit Chesterfield County schools and Goodwill’s community programs. Clean out your closets of all things denim (shorts, pants, jackets etc.) to support Chesterfield County PTA’s and Goodwill’s community-based programs – Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, September 22nd . Ceremony to be held at Chesterfield […]
Chesterfield County Fair
County Fair with agricultural displays, firds, midway, fun, food and more! Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. 100th Anniversary year!
Robots + Us
Science Museum – Explore differences between humans and robots by examining how lifelike machines imitate moving, sensing, thinking and being. Investigate robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering through enjoyable interactive exhibits and videos. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Hubble
Giant Screen Film at the Museum – Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk
Giant Screen at the Museum – Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Chuy’s Green Chili Festival
Chuy’s CELEBRATES 25th annual green chile fesTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME AT cHUY’S Richmond Restaurants introduce special menu using fresh green chiles from Hatch, New Mexico RICHMOND, VA – For this first time, Chuy’s Richmond located at 11229 W. Broad Street, will celebrate Chuy’s Green Chile Festival, a 25-year tradition started by the Austin, […]
Lewis Ginter Water Play
Lewis Ginter water play during the week (weather permitting). Extended Hours during Flowers after Five Thursday evenings, June – August, 5 – 8:00 p.m.
VHS Long Term Exhibits
Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! Long term exhibits – visit Museum website to confirm exhibits are still available: The Story of Virginia, An American Experience Long-term This 10,000-square-foot, family-friendly exhibition includes several interactive features. It showcases more than 1,000 objects and covers 16,000 years of Virginia history […]
Events for Tuesday, August 27th 2013
Revolutions: Songs of Social Change
Through January 5, 2014 The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! What does one of Bob Dylan’s best–known songs have to do with slavery and the American Civil War? How did spiritual songs recorded by Union soldiers in the 1860s become popular protest songs 100 years later? Every song has a […]
Denim Drive
Whitten Brothers 5th annual denim drive at Chesterfield Towne Center to benefit Chesterfield County schools and Goodwill’s community programs. Clean out your closets of all things denim (shorts, pants, jackets etc.) to support Chesterfield County PTA’s and Goodwill’s community-based programs – Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, September 22nd . Ceremony to be held at Chesterfield […]
Chesterfield County Fair
County Fair with agricultural displays, firds, midway, fun, food and more! Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. 100th Anniversary year!
Robots + Us
Science Museum – Explore differences between humans and robots by examining how lifelike machines imitate moving, sensing, thinking and being. Investigate robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering through enjoyable interactive exhibits and videos. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Hubble
Giant Screen Film at the Museum – Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk
Giant Screen at the Museum – Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Chuy’s Green Chili Festival
Chuy’s CELEBRATES 25th annual green chile fesTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME AT cHUY’S Richmond Restaurants introduce special menu using fresh green chiles from Hatch, New Mexico RICHMOND, VA – For this first time, Chuy’s Richmond located at 11229 W. Broad Street, will celebrate Chuy’s Green Chile Festival, a 25-year tradition started by the Austin, […]
Lewis Ginter Water Play
Lewis Ginter water play during the week (weather permitting). Extended Hours during Flowers after Five Thursday evenings, June – August, 5 – 8:00 p.m.
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club. Crafts, games and story time. Free fun for parents and kids.
VHS Long Term Exhibits
Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! Long term exhibits – visit Museum website to confirm exhibits are still available: The Story of Virginia, An American Experience Long-term This 10,000-square-foot, family-friendly exhibition includes several interactive features. It showcases more than 1,000 objects and covers 16,000 years of Virginia history […]
Tae Kwon Do Classes at CMoR Chesterfield
The Children’s Museum has partnered with Grandmaster Dong’s Studio to offer Tae Kwon Do Tuesdays at CMoR Chesterfield! Here are some exciting details: Classes run on Tuesdays from June 4 through August 27 from 6-7pm CMoR members ages 3-5 years are encouraged to participate Classes are $15 per student, which includes a uniform with patches, […]
Concert in the Park
Deep Run Park (9900 Ridgefield Parkway Henrico, VA 23233). All ages. The Henrico Community Band will perform in a series of three outdoor concerts. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and spend a casual evening in the park at the Nature Pavilion listening to your favorite band music! In case of inclement weather, the concerts […]
Events for Wednesday, August 28th 2013
Revolutions: Songs of Social Change
Through January 5, 2014 The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! What does one of Bob Dylan’s best–known songs have to do with slavery and the American Civil War? How did spiritual songs recorded by Union soldiers in the 1860s become popular protest songs 100 years later? Every song has a […]
Denim Drive
Whitten Brothers 5th annual denim drive at Chesterfield Towne Center to benefit Chesterfield County schools and Goodwill’s community programs. Clean out your closets of all things denim (shorts, pants, jackets etc.) to support Chesterfield County PTA’s and Goodwill’s community-based programs – Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, September 22nd . Ceremony to be held at Chesterfield […]
Chesterfield County Fair
Lots of rides, food, and fun in Chesterfield County. 100th anniversary of the fair. Much hard work has gone into planning our 100th Fair scheduled to open on Friday, August 23rd and run through Saturday, August 31st. We’ve expanded our entertainment and exhibit line-up to include a bull riding competition, Bengal tiger showcase, pro wrestling, […]
Robots + Us
Science Museum – Explore differences between humans and robots by examining how lifelike machines imitate moving, sensing, thinking and being. Investigate robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering through enjoyable interactive exhibits and videos. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Hubble
Giant Screen Film at the Museum – Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk
Giant Screen at the Museum – Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Chuy’s Green Chili Festival
Chuy’s CELEBRATES 25th annual green chile fesTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME AT cHUY’S Richmond Restaurants introduce special menu using fresh green chiles from Hatch, New Mexico RICHMOND, VA – For this first time, Chuy’s Richmond located at 11229 W. Broad Street, will celebrate Chuy’s Green Chile Festival, a 25-year tradition started by the Austin, […]
Adult Book Club
Wednesday, August 21 2:00pm Adult Book Club- Belmont Library – The Poe Shadow by Matthew Pearl Wednesday, August 28 6:30pm West End Library- We are not your typical book club! Join us for a lively discussion of the book The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. We will have several copies available at the front desk. New members are encouraged to […]
Lewis Ginter Water Play
Lewis Ginter water play during the week (weather permitting). Extended Hours during Flowers after Five Thursday evenings, June – August, 5 – 8:00 p.m.
VHS Long Term Exhibits
Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! Long term exhibits – visit Museum website to confirm exhibits are still available: The Story of Virginia, An American Experience Long-term This 10,000-square-foot, family-friendly exhibition includes several interactive features. It showcases more than 1,000 objects and covers 16,000 years of Virginia history […]
Lunch Break Science at the Museum
Pack a lunch and join us. Science Museum scientists and others share easy to understand information on a wide range of science topics. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Free. Click here for list of topics as they may change after posting below. May 29 – Resolving Nuisance Deer Problems presented by Virginia […]
Innsbrook After Hours
Innsbrook After Hours. Gates open at 5:00pm, and concert-goers will be introduced to a significantly expanded food court with seating and pre show specials, as well as a marketplace with entertainment for patrons to enjoy prior to the show. For 28 years, Innsbrook After Hours has brought the Central Virginia area great live music acts such […]
RVA Food Trucks at Chesterfield Mall
RVA Food Trucks at Chesterfield Mall. Expect trucks like Soul Ice, Boka, Mr. Softy, Habanero, Almadina, Paris Creperie, The Dog Wagon, Station 2, P&T Kitchen, Grate Pizza, Chupacabra, Super Fresh, Slideways Mobile Bistro, Croaker Spot, King of Pops, Thai Cabin, Flynn’s Foods, and The Meatball Company. Tables and chairs will be set out. Each event will be […]
Meet the Doulas
Wednesday’s with Jeff
Events for Thursday, August 29th 2013
Revolutions: Songs of Social Change
Through January 5, 2014 The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! What does one of Bob Dylan’s best–known songs have to do with slavery and the American Civil War? How did spiritual songs recorded by Union soldiers in the 1860s become popular protest songs 100 years later? Every song has a […]
Denim Drive
Whitten Brothers 5th annual denim drive at Chesterfield Towne Center to benefit Chesterfield County schools and Goodwill’s community programs. Clean out your closets of all things denim (shorts, pants, jackets etc.) to support Chesterfield County PTA’s and Goodwill’s community-based programs – Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, September 22nd . Ceremony to be held at Chesterfield […]
Chesterfield County Fair
County Fair with agricultural displays, firds, midway, fun, food and more! Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. 100th Anniversary year!
Robots + Us
Science Museum – Explore differences between humans and robots by examining how lifelike machines imitate moving, sensing, thinking and being. Investigate robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering through enjoyable interactive exhibits and videos. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Hubble
Giant Screen Film at the Museum – Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk
Giant Screen at the Museum – Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Chuy’s Green Chili Festival
Chuy’s CELEBRATES 25th annual green chile fesTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME AT cHUY’S Richmond Restaurants introduce special menu using fresh green chiles from Hatch, New Mexico RICHMOND, VA – For this first time, Chuy’s Richmond located at 11229 W. Broad Street, will celebrate Chuy’s Green Chile Festival, a 25-year tradition started by the Austin, […]
Lewis Ginter Water Play
Lewis Ginter water play during the week (weather permitting). Extended Hours during Flowers after Five Thursday evenings, June – August, 5 – 8:00 p.m.
VHS Long Term Exhibits
Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! Long term exhibits – visit Museum website to confirm exhibits are still available: The Story of Virginia, An American Experience Long-term This 10,000-square-foot, family-friendly exhibition includes several interactive features. It showcases more than 1,000 objects and covers 16,000 years of Virginia history […]
Flowers After Five
Lewis Ginter – Regular Garden admission: $11 adults; $10 seniors; $7 children ages 3 – 12; free for children under age 3 and free admission for Garden Members. Planning to visit the Garden more than once or twice this year? Membership can save you money. June 6, 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; August […]
Florida Georgia Line
One of country music’s hottest new acts, Florida Georgia Line, is coming to The Classic Amphitheater at Richmond International Raceway Thursday, August 29, with Colt Ford set to open the show, co-promoted by RIR and Whisper Concerts, Inc. The Florida Georgia Line duo is comprised of Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard, whose single, “Cruise,” hit […]
Events for Friday, August 30th 2013
Revolutions: Songs of Social Change
Through January 5, 2014 The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! What does one of Bob Dylan’s best–known songs have to do with slavery and the American Civil War? How did spiritual songs recorded by Union soldiers in the 1860s become popular protest songs 100 years later? Every song has a […]
Denim Drive
Whitten Brothers 5th annual denim drive at Chesterfield Towne Center to benefit Chesterfield County schools and Goodwill’s community programs. Clean out your closets of all things denim (shorts, pants, jackets etc.) to support Chesterfield County PTA’s and Goodwill’s community-based programs – Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, September 22nd . Ceremony to be held at Chesterfield […]
Chesterfield County Fair
County Fair with agricultural displays, firds, midway, fun, food and more! Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. 100th Anniversary year!
Robots + Us
Science Museum – Explore differences between humans and robots by examining how lifelike machines imitate moving, sensing, thinking and being. Investigate robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering through enjoyable interactive exhibits and videos. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Hubble
Giant Screen Film at the Museum – Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk
Giant Screen at the Museum – Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Chuy’s Green Chili Festival
Chuy’s CELEBRATES 25th annual green chile fesTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME AT cHUY’S Richmond Restaurants introduce special menu using fresh green chiles from Hatch, New Mexico RICHMOND, VA – For this first time, Chuy’s Richmond located at 11229 W. Broad Street, will celebrate Chuy’s Green Chile Festival, a 25-year tradition started by the Austin, […]
Lewis Ginter Water Play
Lewis Ginter water play during the week (weather permitting). Extended Hours during Flowers after Five Thursday evenings, June – August, 5 – 8:00 p.m.
VHS Long Term Exhibits
Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! Long term exhibits – visit Museum website to confirm exhibits are still available: The Story of Virginia, An American Experience Long-term This 10,000-square-foot, family-friendly exhibition includes several interactive features. It showcases more than 1,000 objects and covers 16,000 years of Virginia history […]
Events for Saturday, August 31st 2013
Round Robin: Social Networking before Facebook
From 1920 to 1961, multiple generations of the Pollard family wrote letters to each other in small notebooks they called “round robins.” Each relative made an entry, some of which included newspaper clippings and photographs, and then mailed the book to another family member who would do the same as well as comment on previous […]
Revolutions: Songs of Social Change
Through January 5, 2014 The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! What does one of Bob Dylan’s best–known songs have to do with slavery and the American Civil War? How did spiritual songs recorded by Union soldiers in the 1860s become popular protest songs 100 years later? Every song has a […]
HCA VA Night at the Diamond
Denim Drive
Whitten Brothers 5th annual denim drive at Chesterfield Towne Center to benefit Chesterfield County schools and Goodwill’s community programs. Clean out your closets of all things denim (shorts, pants, jackets etc.) to support Chesterfield County PTA’s and Goodwill’s community-based programs – Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, September 22nd . Ceremony to be held at Chesterfield […]
Chesterfield County Fair
Lots of rides, food, and fun in Chesterfield County. 100th anniversary of the fair. Much hard work has gone into planning our 100th Fair scheduled to open on Friday, August 23rd and run through Saturday, August 31st. We’ve expanded our entertainment and exhibit line-up to include a bull riding competition, Bengal tiger showcase, pro wrestling, […]
Robots + Us
Science Museum – Explore differences between humans and robots by examining how lifelike machines imitate moving, sensing, thinking and being. Investigate robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering through enjoyable interactive exhibits and videos. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Hubble
Giant Screen Film at the Museum – Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk
Giant Screen at the Museum – Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Chuy’s Green Chili Festival
Chuy’s CELEBRATES 25th annual green chile fesTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME AT cHUY’S Richmond Restaurants introduce special menu using fresh green chiles from Hatch, New Mexico RICHMOND, VA – For this first time, Chuy’s Richmond located at 11229 W. Broad Street, will celebrate Chuy’s Green Chile Festival, a 25-year tradition started by the Austin, […]
VHS Long Term Exhibits
Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! Long term exhibits – visit Museum website to confirm exhibits are still available: The Story of Virginia, An American Experience Long-term This 10,000-square-foot, family-friendly exhibition includes several interactive features. It showcases more than 1,000 objects and covers 16,000 years of Virginia history […]
Events for Sunday, September 1st 2013
Revolutions: Songs of Social Change
Through January 5, 2014 The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! What does one of Bob Dylan’s best–known songs have to do with slavery and the American Civil War? How did spiritual songs recorded by Union soldiers in the 1860s become popular protest songs 100 years later? Every song has a […]
Denim Drive
Whitten Brothers 5th annual denim drive at Chesterfield Towne Center to benefit Chesterfield County schools and Goodwill’s community programs. Clean out your closets of all things denim (shorts, pants, jackets etc.) to support Chesterfield County PTA’s and Goodwill’s community-based programs – Wednesday, August 21 – Sunday, September 22nd . Ceremony to be held at Chesterfield […]
Robots + Us
Science Museum – Explore differences between humans and robots by examining how lifelike machines imitate moving, sensing, thinking and being. Investigate robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering through enjoyable interactive exhibits and videos. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Hubble
Giant Screen Film at the Museum – Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk
Giant Screen at the Museum – Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Chuy’s Green Chili Festival
Chuy’s CELEBRATES 25th annual green chile fesTIVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME AT cHUY’S Richmond Restaurants introduce special menu using fresh green chiles from Hatch, New Mexico RICHMOND, VA – For this first time, Chuy’s Richmond located at 11229 W. Broad Street, will celebrate Chuy’s Green Chile Festival, a 25-year tradition started by the Austin, […]
VHS Long Term Exhibits
Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! Long term exhibits – visit Museum website to confirm exhibits are still available: The Story of Virginia, An American Experience Long-term This 10,000-square-foot, family-friendly exhibition includes several interactive features. It showcases more than 1,000 objects and covers 16,000 years of Virginia history […]
Patrick Henry’s Speech Reenactment
Since 1976, St. John’s Church Foundation has presented historical reenactments at the original location of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775. Professional actors in 1770s attire portray ten delegates, including Patrick Henry, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington. The delegates engage in the debates and arguments of the Second Virginia Convention, which lead up to Patrick Henry’s […]
Cirque Italia
A traveling water circus from Italy is setting up in the Kmart parking lot at 6807 Midlothian Turnpike. Aerial acts, contortionists, hand balancing acts and more perform over a stage that holds 35,000 gallons of water. 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets run from $9 to $45. All ages IMPORTANT PURCHASING INFORMATION - Children ages 13 and under are FREE. *Free kids coupons must be presented at the box office for redemption upon arrival. Old Kmart Parking Lot 6807 Midlothian Turnpike. Richmond, VA 23225
