Join the 2011 Operation Cow Drop for Family Fun on May 7, 2011

Family Fun Day on May 7, 2011.

Get ready for fun and entertainment with 2011 Operation Cow Drop sponsored by Chick-fil-A on Saturday, May 7, 2011. The event takes place from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Hanover County Airport at 11152 Airpark Road, Ashland, VA 23005. The fun starts with musical performances, a Silly Bus live concert, parachuters and the [...]

Moms Treehouse Launches New Website and New Programs

You just have to love anything that supports healthy moms and children. And that makes Mom’s Treehouse a great place for Richmondmoms. Rachel, who owns and operates Mom’s Treehouse, has made it even easier to find what you’re looking for too. The new Mom’s Treehouse website is easy to navigate, is filled with great information, [...]

Mother Runners and VCU Race for Victory on April 2, 2011

Mother Runners and VCU race for success on April 2, 2011!

What’s so great about April 2, 2011 in Richmond, Virginia? Well…….plenty! Mother Runners and Monument 10k April 2 is the famous Monument 10K race where the Richmondmoms and Mother Runners will lace up their running shoes and soar down beautiful Monument Avenue.  The race kicks off with the kids fun run at 8:00 a.m. and [...]

Green Monkey Delivers Food and Fun

Childhood obesity is at an all-time high in our nation, and parents and grandparents are seeking innovative ways to overcome the problem for their children. Preparing healthy nutritious lunches is one way to help children eat better, but it can be challenging when it comes to finding time, healthy foods, and ways to keep school [...]

Taylor Anderson — We All Mourn a Life Cut Way Too Short

Taylor Anderson is the first known American victim of the Japan earthquake and tsunami -- our prayers are with her family.

Just like all of you, I have watched the crisis in Japan unfold, and each time the number of dead or missing rises, I shudder at the mere thought of the tragedy. And just like all of you, I had a terrible pang of grief, disbelief, anger, sickness, and sadness when I learned that Taylor [...]

Attend the Wedding or the West End Farmers Market Opening?

Farmers markets offer good organic options.

With spring and summer approaching, it seems that Richmonders just can’t wait for the farmer’s markets to open– and there is good reason with all of the local farmers and vendors who offer the freshest products and services possible. The newest Richmond area farmer’s market,  My Goochland Market, opens its doors to the public on [...]

$ave Big with Saving Our Way

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Moms are always looking for ways to provide everything for their kids and families while saving money at the same time. Thanks to one entrepreneurial stay-at-home-mom, she has proven that you can do both! Saving Our Way is a unique website that offers information, links, tips, coupons and more to help busy moms find what [...]

Japanese Red Cross Needs Your Help

Japan is living a nightmare.

Hear the word “Japan” and our hearts go out to all who live there, or who know someone who lives there. The massive 8.9/9.0 magnitude earthquake that hit Japan on March 11, 2011 was devastating and still resounds in our minds. In the wake of this violent earthquake, they have also experienced and endured blackouts, [...]

Celebrate Women Today — It’s International Women’s Day!

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Today, March 8, 2011 is International Women’s Day and it’s the perfect time to celebrate women! International Women’s Day marks the economic, political and social achievements of women.  2011 is the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day and in 1977, the General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming a United National Day for Women’s Rights and [...]

Elephants and Giraffes Make Shopping Fun

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If you’re looking for one of the best Richmond area children’s consignment shops around, then don’t miss Elephants and Giraffes. They have so much to offer including smocked and holiday clothes, preppy denim, monogrammed and custom clothes, blouses, pants, dresses, jewelry, hair accessories, and more. NEW location Elephants and Giraffes is located at 8901 A-1 [...]