Flying Squirrels Baseball Camp Registration is OPEN. For all kids ages 4-14. The Flying Squirrels have two baseball camps tailored for beginners and advanced baseball players.
Brilliant Summer at St. Catherine’s. The campus at St. Catherine’s will be transformed into a unique experience for boys and girls from 3 year olds through rising grade 12…and even a little something for adults.
Camp Tuckahoe Summer Camp (Ages 5-12). Camp Tuckahoe is proud to present it’s new summer program! Each week is a new experience with its own unique theme. days are jam packed with crazy games, fitness challenges and sports activities that are guaranteed to bring out the athlete in every child.
CORE Kids Academy. This summer kids can flip, fly, swing, roll, and laugh with CORE Kids Academy! Your child will have fun movin’ and groovin’ during fun gymnastics and movement. Camps with lots of movement and fun.
Engineering For Kids of Central VA offers exciting hands-on summer camps for children ages 4-14 in all areas of engineering as well as robotics and electronic game design. Girls and boys enjoy investigating a variety of new concepts, designing solutions to real world problems, and collaborating with peers to apply new ideas through the Engineering Design Process. Every day brings new challenges and new discoveries as children explore high interest camp themes based around The Engineering of: Food, Travel, Pirates, Power and Energy, Medieval Times, and Cities! The very popular LEGO EV3, NXT, and WeDo camps are offered as well! Visit www.engineeringforkids.net/
The Goddard School® summer is full of fun and learning. Energetic teams of teachers plan developmentally appropriate activities to instill a lifelong love of learning. Children are exposed to science and nature, arts and crafts, drama, cooking, manners, computers and technology, literature and language, music and movement, sports and games, and special visitors that provide exciting learning opportunities in a safe and secure environment. Children march in playground parades, learn about creepy crawlies, send letters to pen pals and enjoy splish splash days. To discover how Goddard can make this summer your child’s best learning experience yet, call 800-GODDARD or visit the website.
Good Shepherd Passport to Summer Fun Camp. A new adventure awaits campers each week as they journey to the Wild West…take an African Safari…play chef for the day…take part in star-spangled parade and more during each themed week! Good Shepherd Child Development Center in Midlothian.
Jessica Morgan School of Dance: Summer Dance Camps, Intensive and More!Camp, Ages 3 – 11: Students enrolled in our 4 day dance camps will explore ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and musical theater.
Lewis Ginter – Green Adventures Summer Camps. Each week campers explore the Garden to learn more about the plant kingdom and their connection to it. Keepsake crafts, field studies, garden games, and botanical snacks are all part of daily activities. A week-long day camp program for children 4 yrs old – 5th grade. Register by phone at 804.262.9887.
Luther Memorial Summer Programs. Luther Memorial School offers educational and exploratory programs that engage and nurture the child mind, body, and spirit.
Maymont Nature Calls Summer Camps. Nature calls! Maymont’s wildly popular summer camps offer outdoor adventures, animal encounters, games, crafts and hands-on activities for nature explorers ages 3-rising 6th graders. Maymont members can register early and receive a discount – join today! Registration opens Monday, February 3 at 12pm for members, and Monday, February 17, 2014 at 12pm for nonmembers.
Melody Magic Music Studio Join us this summer for our Summer of Music! Your children will sing, play, and dance their way through our 2 months of classes! It’s so much fun, they will never realize they are learning and growing along the way! Weekly classes for ages 0-7 years held Junes 17 – Aug. 8th, $120/child (siblings enjoy 25% off!)
Open Arms Christian Preschool is a nationally accredited early childhood development center. Summer camp for preschoolers to rising Kindergartners.
Richmond Montessori Enrichment Summer Camp Programs. Camps for toddlers, primary camps, elementary camps, and upper/elementary-middle school camps.
Romp n’ Roll.The officially-fun, officially-famous Romp n’ Roll Summer Camp is coming back to the Children’s Museum of Richmond! It will run weekly June 2 through August 15 at CMoR Central, Chesterfield and Short Pump for children ages 2-6 years (no potty training required). Our daily schedule is action-packed with “kid-tested, Rompy-approved” sessions including Gym, Art, and Music fun! It’s like a big kids’ camp on training wheels; all the fun, learning, and excitement but without the poison ivy!
Camp will be offered in the following sessions at all three CMoR locations:
- 5-Day Option: Monday through Friday 9am – noon
- 3-Day Option: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am – noon
And new this year — each camp day will have flexible drop-off and pick-up windows to accommodate busy summer schedules!
Camp Registration Fees for the 5-day option is $180 per week. Camp Registration Fees for the 3-day option is $109. Registration includes a nut-free snack and drink each day. A sibling discount of 15% off the 2nd child applies to both options.
Choose one week, a few weeks here and there, or the whole summer, but register quickly! Romp n’ Roll Summer Camp at CMoR will fill up fast, and you don’t want to miss out on Richmond’s Best Summer Camp!
Sabot Summer. A Sabot Summer is a series of one-week camps driven by the natural curiosity of children. Each summer workshop provides children, ages 4 – 8, with engaging opportunities for exploring and developing skills, sparking new ideas and interests as well as fostering imagination and enthusiasm for the world around them. A Sabot Summer honors the individuality of children and all their intelligences.
SPARC summer camps. The School of Performing Arts in the Richmond community – SPARC – has provided incredible performing arts experience to students in the Richmond area for over 30 years. SPARC has full-day and half-day camps for students ages 4 to 18. Our summer camps are filled with singing, acting, dancing, friends and fun! With camps from June to August, every student can find a camp to make them shine. Cheryl Lage of RichmondMom.com wrote in her article, ‘Fanning the SPARC’: “As a part-time (9-3:30 daily) working-in-an-office mama, the timing seemed ideal . . .confidence levels rose. Comfort acting, singing and dancing translates well to increased ease in presenting oral reports, speaking at assemblies, conveying the morning announcements. Thank you, SPARC. We’ll be back…probably this summer!” Voted Style Weekly’s Family Favorites Winner for 2013!
The Little Gym of Glen Allen The Little Gym camps combine physical activity and games with arts, crafts and special events.
Tuckaway Amazing Race Around the World! Race with ‘Howill the Owl’ in an Amazing Race around the world, where your child will spend the summer with weekly activities, fun field trips, outside games, sports and swimming – swimming lessons included! Each week has activities that are structured around the country featured for that week. Tuckaway Child Development Centers have plenty of fun, learning, and excitement for kids. And who doesn’t love visiting Washington DC, Mexico, France, Italy, Russia, and many more amazing destinations during summer camp?
VMFA My First Art Camp ages 3 1/2 to 5 -Designed with Virginia’s Foundation Blocks for Early Learning in mind, these programs foster cognitive and motor development, creative growth, and self-expression.
Virginia Rep: Theatre IV Stage Explorers Camp. New this year! Dramatic Adventures half-day camp is the ideal first theatre camp for your preschool aged child. Stories come alive through process-based creative drama as we use our bodies, voices, and imaginations to embark on a multi-sensory journey through a favorite book. Each day your child will enjoy music, movement, and craft activities, as well as a snack. On Friday the Dramatic Adventurers will invite their parents into the theatre to share what they have learned throughout the week.
Volley Tots VA is excited to introduce volleyball to preschoolers! Our fun and energetic staff will introduce your child to fundamental basic volleyball skills and age appropriate movement games. Please call (804) 647-4280 or check our website for registration information as times and prices vary by location.
Weinstein JCC offers a variety of summer day camps for all ages. Begin with Camp Ganim as a preschooler and graduate to Camp Hilbert for K-8 graders.
Young Chef’s Academy – Spring camp information listed for ages 3+. Summer camp information coming soon.
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Oh yeah! It’s here again – time to sign-up for summer camps and don’t delay because most camp registrations fill up quickly. Check out our comprehensive listing of camps and find the best camps for your kids. Let us know of others and we’re happy to add them. Email Brian@richmondmom.com with information and links.
If you’re looking for a faith based camp, follow this link for faith-based camps for many denominations.
Happy Camping!
Richmond Summer Camps Listing
Note: Some websites have not updated 2013 camp information. Please ensure dates you are considering are updated for 2014!
4 Star Camps at UVA for academics, golf and tennis. Our priorities for the camp are clear – each season our goal is to raise the bar in regards to safety, outstanding staff, customized courses and most of all just plain fun.
ACAC Summer Camp -The ultimate Richmond day camp nestled in Midlothian close to the James River. Summer Camp at acac Fitness & Wellness Center combines indoor and outdoor fun for enjoyable play all day. Campers enjoy daily swimming, movies in the theater, field games, inflatables, arts and crafts, sports and weekly field trips.
Academy of Academic Excellence. AAE Summer Experience is a unique, full day summer camp that runs the week after graduation. Each day of the week is filled with fun and exciting activities in Art, Music, Science, Technology, Physical Education, Spanish, Chess, and Creative Writing instructed by AAE’s own teaching professionals.
ALOHA Mind Math of Glen Allen. Spring Break camp.
All Fired Up Registration is OPEN. Get All Fired Up about Art this summer! All Fired Up is offering camp sessions for ages 6-14 at all three locations: Carytown, Midlothian, and Short Pump. Each week has a unique theme where campers explore a variety of media including clay, ceramics, glass fusing, drawing, wheel-throwing, tie-dye, painting, and more! Register in store or online at All Fired Up. Online registration for Summer Art Camp 2014 begins on January 15th! Register by March 31st for an Early Bird Discount: 10% off the price of the entire camp session! Go to the website to check out selection of upcoming art camps and register online or in the store!
Agecroft Hall Week-long day camp devoted to exploring culture and history through the performing arts.
Art Works Summer Camps. Your child will enjoy 5 days of art classes designed to provide both 2 and 3 dimensional experiences.
Asperger’s Syndrome: Charter House Summer Camp for Teens with Asperger’s Syndrome. Summer is a great time for teenagers to learn new skills and make new friends. For teens with Asperger’s Syndrome or high-functioning autism, it can be a challenge to find a summer camp that fits their needs. Charterhouse School has a summer camp designed just for these students! For more information or to apply, visit www.charterhouseschool.org.
Autism: Special Needs Camp – Weinstein JCC – Voices Together is for children with autism that offers stimulating activities while offering some socialization skills.
Flying Squirrels Baseball Camp Registration is OPEN. For all kids ages 4-14. The Flying Squirrels have two baseball camps tailored for beginners and advanced baseball players.
Basketball Making of a Champion Camps. These co-ed camps offer a wonderful opportunity for players of all skill levels to learn the game of basketball. Our goal is to build champions in body, mind and spirit, on and off the court, one child at a time. Learn the fundamentals in an atmosphere of fun, sportsmanship, teamwork and commitment to excellence.
Blue Sky Fund’s Outdoor Leadership Institute: A two week leadership program for current 8th, 9th, and 10th graders from all backgrounds. The youth will get to experience a 5 day backpacking trip and learn how to serve their community better. For more information, please check out our website at www.blueskyfund.org.
Bogey’s Sports Park Summer Camps Ages 6-13. Junior Camp – Summer Only $200 per person.
Boy Scouts of America. Scouts participate in camping, swimming, boating, fishing, adventure programs, field sports, handicrafts, and lots of camping fun. 801 Hopeman Parkway, P.O. Box 813, Waynesboro, VA 22980, 540-943-6675.
Bricks 4 Kidz Camps. A Bricks 4 Kidz® camp is a fresh and fun way for kids to spend their summer break using LEGO (r) bricks! With specially-designed Bricks 4 Kidz® models, LEGO® games galore, and plenty of time for free-play, the kids are always having fun. Camp activities are specially designed for kids ages 5-12, built around themes kids love, like Amusement Parks, Space, Animal “Grossology” and more. Check out Camps page for more details!
Brilliant Summer at St. Catherine’s. The campus at St. Catherine’s will be transformed into a unique experience for boys and girls from 3 year olds through rising grade 12…and even a little something for adults.
Broadway Star Camp. Charlottesville. Summer Theatre Arts Camp for girls at Village School with Hollywood Theatre Lab.
Camp Allegheny. Inspiring growth through honor, loyalty, and friendship.
Camp Blue Sky at Rainbow Station. Camp Blue Sky is divided into three divisions according to the ages of our campers. While each division is involved in our traditional day camp program, all of our activities are designed specifically to meet the developmental needs of the campers in each division. Within each division, campers are put into small groups based on age and gender.
Camp Alkulana. Camp Alkulana’s vision is to be a family that embodies the abounding love of God in a way that transforms the world around us.The camp has been in continuous operation since it began in 1915.
Camp Baker. Greater Richmond ARC’s Camp Baker is a full-service, handicap-equipped retreat facility located on 22 wooded acres near the Pocahontas State Park in Chesterfield County, Virginia. Camp Baker supports children from age six through adults who have developmental disabilities.
Camp C.H.E.F. – Last year and our Sophie House Camps helped to raise $1,000 in support of the Sophie House mission to provide supportive services for single mothers and their children. Campers will learn with Chef Cathy and staff about gardening, cooking with fresh “farm to table” ingredients, and table manners. With the support of our partners, the YMCA of Greater Richmond and Field of Dreams Farms, the summer was a complete success. Click here to learn more about the Field of Dreams Farm.
Camp Diva Summer Retreat. A five-week, full-day, rites of passage day camp for girls 11-15 years old (girls entering grades 6-9 in the fall). It is the only program in the Richmond Metropolitan area geared toward the growth and development of African-American girls.
Camp Easter Seals – When you come to Camp Easter Seals UCP, you will make lasting friendships and have the experience of a lifetime. With options of 6 and 12 days we host the following sessions: Children & Young Adults (6-22 years old); Adult Sessions (22 and older); Family Camp (all ages- friends too); Performing Arts Camp (10 and up).
Camp Friendship Registration is OPEN. One and two-week sessions for boys and girls ages 6-16. Facilities offer a lake, swimming pool, gym, tennis courts, stables and horse riding, archery, golf, ropes courses.
Camp Gan Israel. 212 Gaskins rd. Richmond VA 23238. 804-740-2000 ex.5. CGI@chabadofva.org. Camp Gan Israel is part of the largest and fastest-growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. Our camp enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trend setter with innovative ideas, creative programs, and new activities being introduced continuously. Many a child has been known to wait all year to come back to Gan Israel! From preschoolers to our senior division, campers will enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a warm and vivacious atmosphere.
Camp Hanover Registration is OPEN. 1st through 12th grade.
Camp Holiday Trails. Families of and children with special medical needs and chronic illnesses can enjoy 2-week residential summer camp sessions, family weekends for parents and caregivers, sibling camps including the monthly SHINE sibling support program, plus respite and networking opportunities for families and caregivers. 400 Holiday Trails Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22905.
Camp Motorsport. Registration is OPEN. Hands-on driving education at a real racetrack, as well as the fun of a traditional summer camp! Ages 9 – 16. Age level teams.
Camp Pocahontas I and II. Campers will explore the environment and the life of Pocahontas and the culture of the Powhatan people through activities and arts and crafts. Using our re-created Powhatan village of Arrohateck, hands-on activities will include cooking, farming, hunting skills, house and canoe building, weaving fishing nets and making pottery, arrows and tools. Make & take crafts included. Registration required by June 13th by calling 804-318-8797.
Camp Riverside. Camp Riverside is a unique day camp especially designed to meet the needs of students with dyslexia and other reading related language-based learning differences.
Camp Silver Beach – Camps for kids, teens, and families on the beautiful east coast.
Camp Tuckahoe Summer Camp (Ages 5-12). Camp Tuckahoe is proud to present it’s new summer program! Each week is a new experience with its own unique theme. days are jam packed with crazy games, fitness challenges and sports activities that are guaranteed to bring out the athlete in every child.
Cat’s CAP is now part of an expanded summer program – Brilliant Summer at St. Catherine’s. Brilliant Minds offers academic enrichment at all grade levels, sparking the learning process in young students and allowing older students to brush up on core curriculum or foreign languages.
CCWA – Community College Workforce Alliance: 2014 Summer Youth STEM Camp. For more information about our Youth Camps contact: (804)523-2292.
Center for Creative Arts. Choose from Dance Camps, Art Camps, Robotics Camps, Chess Camps, and Musical Theatre Camps. Most camps are half-day.
Charlottesville Ballet Summer Dance Camps is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit dance school that offers Summer Camps for students ages 3-10 years old and Summer Classes for ages 3-Adult. Camp classes are divided by age (4-6 yrs, 5- yrs, & 7-10yrs), which encourages each child to reach his or her highest potential and really enjoy their experience.
Charter House Summer Camp for Teens with Asperger’s Syndrome. Summer is a great time for teenagers to learn new skills and make new friends. For teens with Asperger’s Syndrome or high-functioning autism, it can be a challenge to find a summer camp that fits their needs. Charterhouse School has a summer camp designed just for these students! Camp Courage is a seven-week summer day camp for rising juniors, seniors and recent high school graduates with Asperger’s Syndrome or high-functioning autism. The camp helps students develop social skills and expand their job skills. For more information or to apply, visit www.charterhouseschool.org.
Chess – Dragon Chess Camp The Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School Chess Club is hosting a chess summer camp for rising 3rd–9th graders. Instructors are experienced players from the Maggie Walker Chess team supported by advanced players from the greater-Richmond community. Chess players of all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced scholastic players, are welcome. Registration open: visit teachmechess.com for more details.
Chess Camp. Maurice Ashley Trains Champions trains champions at Collegiate School. Information to come.
Children’s Museum of Richmond and Romp n’ Roll – Partnering to provide camps at CMoR locations!
CharacterWorks Youth Theater (formerly CYT Richmond): Musical theater day camps for ages 6-13. Themes: Disney Aristocats (ages 6-10) or Broadway Beat (ages 10-13). Locations: Midlothian, Glen Allen and Richmond. Register online. Call 804-306-9159 with questions.
College4Kids Summer Career Academies at Piedmont Virginia Community College. Explore your interests with new friends! Have fun while you learn! Rising 3rd-9th-graders enjoy hands-on, project-based learning led by PVCC instructors.
Collegiate School Summer Quest. Registration is OPEN. Kindergarten – 12th grade.
ComedySportz® Improv Camp for Kids. ComedySportz is pleased to offer 2014 Youth Summer Camps program – an intensive version of popular classes. Years of teaching and performing make each camp an experience our students never forget. Improv training fosters creativity, teamwork, confidence and poise both on and off the stage. Summer Camps are a great way to learn about improv and the stage in a fun and supportive environment.
Commonwealth Autism Service. Many locations and programs offers summer camp programs. Large listing of options.
CORE Kids Academy. This summer kids can flip, fly, swing, roll, and laugh with CORE Kids Academy! Your child will have fun movin’ and groovin’ during fun gymnastics and movement. Camps with lots of movement and fun.
Creative Arts Day Camp at VCU For children rising into grades K- 9. Classes are divided by age, and three to four classes are offered each session. The camp gives participants experience in various art media such as: digital art, sculpture, painting, clay, fibers, printmaking and drawing. Classes are held on the VCU campus. The Creative Arts Day Camp’s theme is Up Close and Contemporary! Students will explore the fascinating world of contemporary art, learning about the artistic concepts, processes, and media of today. Join our teachers in a summer of brand new lessons and innovative art-making! Each week will be different, so participants may sign up for more than one session!
Critter Camp with the Richmond SPCA.
Diggin’ in the Dirt Gardening Camp Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Road Richmond and Virginia House 4301 Sulgrave Road, Richmond. Campers will “dig” these activities: leaf identification, pressed flowers, garden stake design, Jug Heads, miniature Victory Gardens, & MORE! Sign up your gardener (ages 7-9) by calling Jill Pesesky at Agecroft Hall at 804-353-4241.
Discovery at VCU Mary & Frances Youth Center, within the VCU Division of Community Engagement. Fun, challenging and creative program offering a variety of in-depth experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Health Sciences Camps.
Dragon Chess Camp The Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School Chess Club is hosting a chess summer camp for rising 3rd–9th graders. Instructors are experienced players from the Maggie Walker Chess team supported by advanced players from the greater-Richmond community. Chess players of all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced scholastic players, are welcome. Registration open: visit teachmechess.com for more details.
Dynamic Taekwondo: Rising 1st through rising 7th graders. Age appropriate games, crafts, sports field trips and educational activities.
EICC. Education and Innovation Center for Children (EICC) specializes in developing your child’s creative writing and critical thinking skills. Our focus is on enrichment through the use of fun and challenging learning experiences. Staff includes writers, Henrico and Chesterfield teachers, and faculty and students of the VCU writing program. The EICC offers creative writing programs that aim to support children’s developing writing skills and teach them the writing skills they will need to be successful in not only school, and business, but life all together.
Engineering For Kids of Central VA offers exciting hands-on summer camps for children ages 4-14 in all areas of engineering as well as robotics and electronic game design. Girls and boys enjoy investigating a variety of new concepts, designing solutions to real world problems, and collaborating with peers to apply new ideas through the Engineering Design Process. Every day brings new challenges and new discoveries as children explore high interest camp themes based around The Engineering of: Food, Travel, Pirates, Power and Energy, Medieval Times, and Cities! The very popular LEGO EV3, NXT, and WeDo camps are offered as well! Visit www.engineeringforkids.net/
Etiquette & Protocol For all ages.
Faison School for Autism. This program usually lasts for six weeks from early July until mid-August and provides educational services in the form of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to students of all ages.
Federal Reserve Bank – Summer Camp Challenge – The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s FREE summer program where campers experience fun and games as they use reasoning to solve puzzles, crack clues and answer riddles about resources, innovation, entrepreneurship and prices.
Ferrum College Summer Enrichment Camp. Academically motivated students, (currently enrolled in grades 4-7), experience campus life at this co-ed residential camp while participating in fun activities and challenging projects. 2013 classes include: Chess, Cooking, Engineering, Going Green, Living 1800 Style, Ferrum Challenge, Hogwarts Academy, plus more.
Flying Squirrels Baseball Camp Registration is OPEN. For all kids ages 4-14. The Flying Squirrels have two baseball camps tailored for beginners and advanced baseball players.
Foundation Basketball Camp. Register early – sold out last year! Camps will be at ACTS Campus and Foundation Basketball West Campus.
Fusion Mission Camp. Early bird registration by April 1 for discounts.
G-Force Karts Looking for a high-octane summer camp experience for ages 8 and up? G Force Karts Summer Camp is the place to be! Indoor Go-Kart racing! Paintball! Laser Tag! And more!
Drop off 8am, pick up 5pm. $450 a week per child. Lunch and snacks included along with drinks all day. (We are conscious of children’s dietary needs and can accommodate special requests or needs.) Learn more about G-Force Camps here.
The Goddard School® summer is full of fun and learning. Energetic teams of teachers plan developmentally appropriate activities to instill a lifelong love of learning. Children are exposed to science and nature, arts and crafts, drama, cooking, manners, computers and technology, literature and language, music and movement, sports and games, and special visitors that provide exciting learning opportunities in a safe and secure environment. Children march in playground parades, learn about creepy crawlies, send letters to pen pals and enjoy splish splash days. To discover how Goddard can make this summer your child’s best learning experience yet, call 800-GODDARD or visit the website.
Good Shepherd Passport to Summer Fun Camp. A new adventure awaits campers each week as they journey to the Wild West…take an African Safari…play chef for the day…take part in star-spangled parade and more during each themed week! Good Shepherd Child Development Center in Midlothian.
Greater Richmond Aquatics Partnership located at the Collegiate School Aquatics Center. Learn to Swim Program which ensures that all children completing the second grade know how to swim in collaboration with the YMCA, water polo, scuba & snorkeling, adaptive swim classes and competitive swimming.
The Hamlet Project- Bard Unbound and Fireborn Films are proud to offer a unique and thrilling summer camp – part Shakespeare, part Hollywood, and all fun! We are looking for student actors, age 13-19, who are interested in learning the art of film making as well as in acting in a Shakespeare play. The end result will be our own film version of The Tragedy of Hamlet, The Prince of Denmark., acted and filmed by the students. Contact Cynde@bardunbound.org
Hanover County Youth Summer Programs and Camps. The Youth Summer Program is a recreational program held during the summer at elementary and middle schools throughout Hanover County. Activities include arts & crafts, sports & games, field trips, special visitors (guest presenters) and more.
Hargrave Military Academy Summer Camp. Summer session offers both academic growth and outdoor challenges for all students. And, the Academy’s structure provides the backbone for each day, keeping students on task, on target and engaged.
HATTheatre. Visit website – information to come.
Heart of Ireland. Our 4-day Irish dance camps will give your dancer a taste of both group and solo Irish dancing. Camps meet Monday to Thursday for 2 hours each day – in one week, your dancer will receive the equivalent of 8 weeks of classes! Beginners will learn the basics of soft shoe dancing and show off their skills at an end-of-week mini Feis on Thursday. Campers in our Advanced Beginner/Intermediate camp will hone soft and hard shoe skills and work on drills and brush-up for the fall semester.
Heart of Virginia Council Summer Camps. Camp T. Brady Saunders. Early bird registration. Check website.
Heartwood Grove French Immersion School. Heartwood Grove French Immersion School presents a two-week Summer Camp: The theme will be “Animals around the World” taught through simple French animal stories, songs, art and games. We will learn about mammals, reptiles, birds, and marine animals, their habitats and habits. 6112 Three Chopt Road, Richmond, VA.
ID Tech Camps. Williamsburg summer tech camps for kids and teens is a summer program where students can learn to create iPhone apps, video games, C++/Java Programs, and more at prestigious universities nationwide (held at the College of William & Mary, Princeton, Stanford, and others). Click here for more information.
Integrated Therapy Services camps. Children who experience difficulties self-regulating can especially benefit from this program. Jacey Gallery Art Camps.
The Jacey Gallery offers weekly themed art camps exploring painting, drawing and sculpture.
“James River Explorer” Summer Enrichment Camp (sponsored by the Richmond Walks and History Programs) is half day weekly camp for rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who seek science/social studies enrichment in the great outdoors. Sites visited and explored: Richmond Riverfront and Historic Canals, Historic Tredegar Visitor Center, Virginia State Capitol, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Historical Society.
Jazz Boot Camp 2014. Come to Style Weekly’s KID’S CONNECTION Saturday, February 1, 2014 at the Science Museuem of Virginia to learn about the Richmond Youth Jazz Guild and summer camp 2014. We will be there from 12:00-3:00pm. Our VERVE ENSEMBLE will perform at 2:15pm. See you there!
Jeremiah Project Summer Work Camps. The Jeremiah Project is a mission ministry specializing in providing short-term mission trips for middle school student participants.
James River Camp. August 12-14, 2014. Ages 9-12. $120/$100 Henricus Foundation Patrons (Alexander Whittaker Level and above)
Discover the environmental features of the historic James River as 17th century Virginia Indians and the Colonial English would have encountered it. Paddle a kayak and identify how the plants and animals of the river were hunted, gathered and used throughout history. Understand the course changes made at Dutch Gap during the Civil War and see how it is used today. Registration required by August 7th by calling 804-318-8797.
Jessica Morgan School of Dance: Summer Dance Camps, Intensive and More! Camp, Ages 3 – 11: Students enrolled in our 4 day dance camps will explore ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and musical theater. The final day of each camp week concludes with an in studio performance at 12:00 pm for parents to enjoy. Summer Performance “Elements”, Ages 6 and up: Voted Style Weekly Family Favorites “Your Favorite Place to Take Dance Lessons” 2012.
Jump Start Dance Studio Summer Camp (Ashland/Hanover/mechanicsville area). Dates and pricing vary by age group. Click here for Jump Start Dance Studio or email at sarah.zylstra@jumpstartstudio.com.
Key Signatures “Rock Star Camp”. Ages 8 and up.
Kumon is the world’s largest after-school math and reading academic enrichment program. Their personalized approach helps children learn math and reading concepts based on their ability rather than their age or grade. Midlothian of Westchester Commons
Lacrosse Summer camps. The overnight camp at the University of Richmond and is open to all girls grades 8-12. Overnight and commuters welcome.
Lakeside Presbyterian Preschool Summer Adventure Series. Registration is OPEN. Weekly camps.
Latin Ballet of Virginia. A summer filled with rhythms, dancing and fun! Ages 5-16. Camps: Movers & Shakers, Hip Hop, Gymnastics-Capoeira, Spanish Through Dance, Latin Ballet, Latin Jazz, Modern Jazz, Dance Improvisation, Dance History, Arts & Crafts, Drums & Percussion, Dance Theater, Fiesta, Story Telling, Zumba-Yoga and more! Two Locations: Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen and Richmond Center Stage. Visit the site for dates of all summer camps.
Lewis Ginter – Green Adventures Summer Camps. Each week campers explore the Garden to learn more about the plant kingdom and their connection to it. Keepsake crafts, field studies, garden games, and botanical snacks are all part of daily activities. A week-long day camp program for children 4 yrs old – 5th grade. Register by phone at 804.262.9887.
Lewis and Clark Leadership Camps. Program designed for teens ages 13–18.
Luther Memorial Summer Programs. Luther Memorial School offers educational and exploratory programs that engage and nurture the child mind, body, and spirit.
Mad Science Camps. Voted best in Richmond 5 years in a row! Combination of in-class discovery and exploration, outdoor games and physical activities and hands-on applications of scientific principles.
Maggie Walker Dragon Chess Camp (July 7–11, 2014) – After winning the U1200 National High School Chess Championships in San Diego this spring, the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School Chess Team is preparing to host Dragon Chess Camp for a second consecutive summer. This camp, like last year, is organized by experienced players on the MLWGS Chess Team, and is further supported by advanced players from the Richmond Community. Open to chess players of all levels, from complete beginner to advanced scholastic player.
Marlene Stollings Basketball Camps at VCU.
Martial Arts World. New this summer 2014: inhouse rock climbing wall! Whether campers are spending the day swimming, knocking down pins at a bowling alley, or working on their latest martial arts skill, you can be sure your child will have a great experience in a positive and safe environment. Simply put, camps are focused on good constructive fun, coupled with awesome exercise! They will have a blast, while building character, self-discipline, and increasing self-esteem. Most importantly they will develop a “Yes I Can” positive attitude! Camp is $189 per week which includes all of our field trips and activities and two healthy snacks per day. Sign up for 11 weeks or just one! Martial Arts World of West End has been serving Greater Richmond for over 18 years and is now in their BRAND NEW LOCATION off Ridgefield Pkwy. (between Pump and John Rolfe)
Call 673-5200 or email greeson@mawwestend.com for our latest schedule of camps or visit www.mawwestend.com.
Master Cho’s Tae Kwon Do Summer Camp. It is a full day camp, from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm with extended care available. Children ages 5 – 12 will participate in Tae Kwon Do classes, craft projects, rock climbing, field trips, character building activities and more! Master Cho’s Tae Kwon Do offers a safety-oriented, enriching environment through the professional staff and state of the art facilities that make our school home.
Mathnasium, The Math Learning Center – Short Pump . Registration is OPEN. Pre-K through 12th grade.
Mathnasium, The Math Learning Center – Midlothian
Maymont Nature Calls Summer Camps. Nature calls! Maymont’s wildly popular summer camps offer outdoor adventures, animal encounters, games, crafts and hands-on activities for nature explorers ages 3-rising 6th graders. Maymont members can register early and receive a discount – join today! Registration opens Monday, February 3 at 12pm for members, and Monday, February 17, 2014 at 12pm for nonmembers.
Melody Magic Music Studio Join us this summer for our Summer of Music! Your children will sing, play, and dance their way through our 2 months of classes! It’s so much fun, they will never realize they are learning and growing along the way! Weekly classes for ages 0-7 years held Junes 17 – Aug. 8th, $120/child (siblings enjoy 25% off!)
Mid-Atlantic Volleyball Camps in Chesterfield. Dates and ages vary by program, open to boys and girls grades 2nd-12th. Check out the website for more info.
Millwood School Summer Programs. Registration is OPEN. Programs run from mid-June until the end of July.
Minnieland – CampTastic. (area locations Hanover, Wellesley/Short Pump, Skipwith Academy, Pebble Creek, Huguenot and Woodlake) Registration is OPEN. Programs vary by location.
Modern Artifacts – July Art Camps, featuring Julie Crowder.
Mountain Tae Kwon Do Kickin’ Kids Summer Camp. A typical day will be filled with sports, arts & crafts, field trips, games, and professional martial arts instruction. Our program offers parents flexible hours: drop off times begin bright and early at 7:30am and pick up times run until 6:30 pm. Both full and half day programs are available, and we offer camps virtually all summer long!
Music That’s Mine. 2014 information to come soon.
Nature Calls. Maymont’s wildly popular summer camps offer outdoor adventures, animal encounters, games, crafts and hands-on activities for nature explorers ages 3-rising 6th graders. Maymont members can register early and receive a discount – join today!
Camps fill up fast, so register early! Registration opens Monday, February 3 at 12pm for members, and Monday, February 17 at 12pm for non-members. Visit our Summer Camps page for information.
Open Arms Christian Preschool is a nationally accredited early childhood development center. Summer camp for preschoolers to rising Kindergartners.
Orchestra Project. With the Richmond Symphony.
Overtime Athletics Sports Camps. Offering 5 different camps this summer. Camps variety of sports and games including: basketball, flag football, floor hockey, tag games, scavenger hunts, capture the flag and more! Ages 6-12.
Pamplin Historical Park. Pamplin Historical Park History Day Camps combine learning, camaraderie and fun. Your child will live the life of a Civil War soldier, in camp, on the march, on the battlefield and at home on furlough at this full day camp. It is an unforgettable experience that brings back campers year after year. Ages 8-12 .
Passport to Summer Fun Camp. A new adventure awaits campers each week as they journey to the Wild West…take an African Safari…play chef for the day…take part in star-spangled parade and more during each themed week! Good Shepherd Child Development Center in Midlothian.
Passages Adventure Camp: Kayaking, rock climbing, rappelling, wilderness survival, zip-lining, and mountain biking. OPEN and on-going registration until the camps are filled. Boys & Girls; ages 5-17; 1/2 and full day sessions – June 10 to August 23.
Passion Academy Frozen Summer Camp
Come enjoy a week to indulge and explore the music and characters of Disney’s “Frozen” in our Drama Camp. They will learn diction and vocal projection, stage direction and presence, blocking, improvisational skills, participate in character studies of different “Frozen” characters/animals, and participate in sensory exercises to enhance their acting skills. This camp will conclude with an ensemble musical performance applying the skills the children have learned. Two week long camps in July.
Primrose Summer Camp. Multiple locations throughout Richmond. Adventure awaits this summer as your child explores something new each day at Camp Primrose. Exciting summer curriculum projects, special events and field trips keep your child’s imagination growing. Summer at Camp Primrose is filled with excitement, enthusiasm and creativity! Click here to find a Primrose location near you!
Rainbow Station Amazing Races and Places. Summer camp runs from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm Monday-Friday.
Richmond Fencing Club: Beginner, intermediate and advanced camps. Ages 9-18. 2014 information to come soon.
Richmond Kickers. Registration is OPEN.
Richmond Montessori Enrichment Summer Camp Programs. Camps for toddlers, primary camps, elementary camps, and upper/elementary-middle school camps.
Richmond Olympiad. (area locations Chesterfield Airport, Hanover, Innsbrook and Trade Road). Sessions and times may vary by location.
Richmond PAL Summer Camp. Registration is open now! Richmond PAL Summer Camp is designed to expose children to a variety of sports, events, and field trips. Police Officers are assigned to each group therefore promoting PAL’s goal of bridging the gap between police officers and the youth of our community.
Richmond Shakespeare and Henley Street Theatre Camps Explore the world of Shakespeare through scenes, monologues, stage combat, and performances. Spring and summer workshops and camps include: Introduction to Shakespeare; Festival Young Company; and Shakespeare Summer Camp. Give your child the opportunity to find the joy of studying and performing in a Shakespeare play in a low-pressure atmosphere. At the same time as they grapple with Shakespeare’s words and plots, they will gain an appreciation of the greatest dramatist in the English language. Taught by the experts at Henley Street Theatre and Richmond Shakespeare.
Richmond Spiders Track & Field Camp. Boys and Girls that will be attending 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to attend this camp. If you are younger please call with inquiries.Campers will choose a primary and secondary event to learn the latest training and competition techniques. Coaches, guest speakers and staff will provide the athletes with the knowledge and skills to improve their performance.
Richmond Strikers. Registration coming soon. Ages 6 – 13.
Richmond SPCA Summer Programs. Registration is OPEN. Weekly themed camps.
Richmond Symphony Orchestra Project. Sunday, June 23 – Friday, June 28, 2013 on the campus of VCU.
Richmond Waldorf School. Summer Garden camps. 2014 info to come soon.
Richmond Volleyball Club. Dates and times vary by program. Ages 8 – 19.
Richmond Walks- Please call 804-673-9255 with questions.
River City Youth Camps. The camps are gymnastics based but will also feature fun games from years past (kickball, capture the flag, crab soccer etc.) The “Back to the Blacktop” theme is always a big hit and loads of fun!
Riverside Outfitters Camps. Programs for ages 6 – 15.
Camp Riverside. Camp Riverside is a unique day camp especially designed to meet the needs of students with dyslexia and other reading related language-based learning differences.
Riverside Outfitters Camps. Registration is OPEN. Programs for ages 6 – 15.
Robins Junior Golf Program Summer Camp at Independence Golf Club. Both Full and Half Day camps are offered. Full day camps also offer the option of boarding.
Romp n’ Roll The officially-fun, officially-famous Romp n’ Roll Summer Camp is coming back to the Children’s Museum of Richmond! It will run weekly June 2 through August 15 at CMoR Central, Chesterfield and Short Pump for children ages 2-6 years (no potty training required). Our daily schedule is action-packed with “kid-tested, Rompy-approved” sessions including Gym, Art, and Music fun! It’s like a big kids’ camp on training wheels; all the fun, learning, and excitement but without the poison ivy!
Camp will be offered in the following sessions at all three CMoR locations:
- 5-Day Option: Monday through Friday 9am – noon
- 3-Day Option: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am – noon
And new this year — each camp day will have flexible drop-off and pick-up windows to accommodate busy summer schedules!
Camp Registration Fees for the 5-day option is $180 per week. Camp Registration Fees for the 3-day option is $109. Registration includes a nut-free snack and drink each day. A sibling discount of 15% off the 2nd child applies to both options.
Choose one week, a few weeks here and there, or the whole summer, but register quickly! Romp n’ Roll Summer Camp at CMoR will fill up fast, and you don’t want to miss out on Richmond’s Best Summer Camp!
Sabot Summer. A Sabot Summer is a series of one-week camps driven by the natural curiosity of children. Each summer workshop provides children, ages 4 – 8, with engaging opportunities for exploring and developing skills, sparking new ideas and interests as well as fostering imagination and enthusiasm for the world around them. A Sabot Summer honors the individuality of children and all their intelligences.
School of Rock For more than a decade, School of Rock has been inspiring kids of all ages to rock on stage and in life. Four week long camps run from 9a-2p exploring a new rock genre each week: History of Punk- June 16-20, Led Zeppelin- June 23-27, Beatles- July 7-11, and ROCK 101 (beginners only) Aug 4-8.
Science Museum of Virginia. Lots of summer fun.
SCOR Summer Camps. Registration OPEN.
Shaka Smart Basketball Camps for boys and girls.
Shakespeare Camp Rising 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students. June 23 – July 11: Monday – Friday 9am to 3pm. Performances: July 14 – 15. at 10am Students will work on text analysis; exploring Shakespeare’s characters through voice, movement and improvisational work; learn stage combat; and develop fundamental acting skills using classical theatre techniques. The camp will culminate in a special one-hour performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, performed entirely by the Summer Campers!
Simply Fit Kids Fun in the Sun. Ages 4 and up – Camps 9am-4pm, July 8-August 30, 2013. Looking for an exciting way for your child to stay active, learn new skills, make new friends, and have FUN this summer? Join one of our AMAZING themed FUN and FIT-astic Summer Camps packed with relays, obstacle courses, sports, arts and crafts, water play, and more! For ages 4 and up! To register or for more information, call us at (804) 262-7777 or visit us at www.simplyfitkids.com.
SkateNation Plus- Learn to SK8. The SkateNation Plus Learn to Sk8 Camp is an introductory camp for beginner to intermediate skaters ages 5-12. Students will learn the fundamentals of ice skating using a variety of instructional programs that encourage participation at the recreational level. Snacks and Lunch are included in the full day camp.
S.L.A.M. Day Camp. Awesome camp for kids 5-14 years with summer filled with exciting field trips, continued academic learning, indoor/outdoor activities at a sport camp. and more. Healthy, safe, nurturing and Christian environment.
Shrine Mont Summer Camps. Registration is open. The Diocese of Virginia’s summer camp program at Shrine Mont promotes the emotional and spiritual development of children, youth, and young adults through the fostering of a safe and positive environment for all. It is the goal of this program to encourage the growth of relationships with self, others, and God.
SPARC summer camps. The School of Performing Arts in the Richmond community – SPARC – has provided incredible performing arts experience to students in the Richmond area for over 30 years. SPARC has full-day and half-day camps for students ages 4 to 18. Our summer camps
are filled with singing, acting, dancing, friends and fun! With camps from June to August, every student can find a camp to make them shine. Cheryl Lage of RichmondMom.com wrote in her article, ‘Fanning the SPARC’: “As a part-time (9-3:30 daily) working-in-an-office mama, the timing seemed ideal . . .confidence levels rose. Comfort acting, singing and dancing translates well to increased ease in presenting oral reports, speaking at assemblies, conveying the morning announcements. Thank you, SPARC. We’ll be back…probably this summer!” Voted Style Weekly’s Family Favorites Winner for 2013!
Special Needs Camp – Weinstein JCC Voices Together is for children with autism that offers stimulating activities while offering some socialization skills.
Spirited Art. Registration is OPEN. Sessions available in June, July and August. Spirited Art Registration is OPEN.
St. Catherine’s Brilliant Summer at St. Catherine’s. The campus at St. Catherine’s will be transformed into a unique experience for boys and girls from 3 year olds through rising grade 12…and even a little something for adults.
St. Christopher’s Summer Venutre Come join our Summer Experience day camp, a unique enrichment program, or one of our popular athletic camps. We know you will find a summer at St. Christopher’s to be everything you expect!
Steward Summer Experience. Take your game to the next level with one of our dynamic sports camps for boys and girls ages 6-14, including baseball, boys and girls lacrosse, cheerleading, and All Sports. Arts and enrichment camps including USA Chess, Video Game Creation, Photography, Virginia Fishing Adventures, and Young Rembrandts are sure to capture the imagination of all who attend
Stitching Studio. Call for more information at (804) 269-0355 or email jennifer@thestitchingstudiova.
String OdysseySummer Camp June 23-28. This week long program welcomes students who have been playing their instruments for a minimum of two years and are ready to advance their skills by working with professional musicians. A good mix of music and summertime fun is the goal of String Odyssey. Day and overnight resident options are available. For more information, visit our website www.orchestraprojectrva.com or contact Emily Goodman Richmond Symphony612 E. Grace Street Suite 401Richmond, VA 23219p: (804) 788-4717 ext. 145
Summer Camp Challenge – The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s FREE summer program where campers experience fun and games as they use reasoning to solve puzzles, crack clues and answer riddles about resources, innovation, entrepreneurship and prices.
Summer at MFYC . Mary & Frances Youth Center, within the VCU Division of Community Engagement. Fun, challenging and creative program offering a variety of in-depth experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Health Sciences Camps.
Summer Investigators Science Camp. Summer Investigators Science Camp. A real-life experience where girls will assume the roles of forensic investigators as they solve a mock crime. While using the school’s state of the art facilities, the campers will integrate activities in the areas of science, mathematics and computer technology. This is a 2 week boarding experience for girls in 6 – 8th grade.
Summer Triathlon Camp Hosted by the expert youth coaches at Endorphin Fitness, this camp will prepare kids between the ages of 5-14 years for the Virginia Home for Boys and Girls Youth Triathlon as well as any other youth triathlon. Participants will be taught essential skills of the sport in a safe and fun environment. The camp will be held at VHBG Monday-Friday. To register for camp contact Michael Harlow at michael@endorphinfitness.com. The camp is $95.
Dates: Monday, Aug. 18- Thursday, Aug. 21, 2013Time: 5:30pm -7:00pm each day
Location: 8716 West Broad St. Richmond, VA 23294
Summer Quest at Collegiate Schools. More than 100 summer programs for preschoolers through adult. Programs range from academics, arts, and enrichment to sports and much more. With more than 30 years of experience. Summer Quest knows what it takes to create summer memories that will last a lifetime.
Summer Study Abroad through University of Richmond.
Summer Experience is a six week camp held on the beautiful campus of St. Christopher’s School! Join us for one week, six weeks or anywhere in between. Each week will be exciting and different! Learn more about them at this link. Come join us for activities and instruction in swimming, tennis, music, arts and crafts, computer, playground, soccer, basketball, indoor and outdoor games, bowling, and more. We’ll play games, meet new friends, learn new skills, and play more games…and that’s just the first day!
Swift Creek Academy of the Performing Arts.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre Camp. Exploratory and Performance Camps. Ages 8-15.
Swift Creek Academy of the Performing Arts:Want the best music, dance & drama instruction with enthusiastic and fun teachers? You belong here!
Sylvan Learning Summer Camps for all ages. Check out events and organizer information for Sylvan Learning Center with many locations arounds the Richmond area.
Tech Em Studios: Tech Em Studios is an after-school technology program that offers classes, camps and training focused on applied computer science and computer-aided design. With courses in coding, 3D printing, software design and device building, Tech Em’s instructors teach students at all levels the critical STEM-related skills required in the 21st century. By emphasizing art in technology, Tech Em helps students understand the exciting and evolving relationship of technology and art.
Tennis Camp – Making of a Champion Camps. This camp provides a wonderful learning experience for beginner to intermediate tennis players. Learn the game in a non-pressured, supportive atmosphere through fun-filled and proven teaching techniques. Emphasis will be placed on age-appropriate skills and helping campers develop a life-long enjoyment of tennis. Forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, approach shots, passing shots and lobs will be taught in an easy-to-apply fashion. Excellent stroke technique as well as emphasis on tennis etiquette, strategy, rules, scoring, footwork and sportsmanship will give the campers an excellent foundation in the fundamentals of the game. Exceptional, dedicated and experienced counselors will do everything possible to provide the absolute best experience for each child.
The Children’s Museum of Richmond (CMoR). A weekly, half or full day camp, for children 2 ½ – 6 years old. Children participate in a safe, noncompetitive, nurturing experience where learning is disguised as fun.
The Stitching Studio will hold a “Learn to Needlepoint” Summer Camp for 8 years and up. Call for more information at (804) 269-0355 or email jennifer@thestitchingstudiova.
Taekwondo Works and School of Dance Arts will have combined all day Summer camps.
Theatre IV Stage Explorers Camp. (See Va Rep below) Stage Explorers is designed to take your child on a fun journey, both onstage and backstage, as he learns about the many roles it takes to put on a show in a professional theatre. All classes are taught by theatre professionals. Campers will be divided according to grade level, and will explore acting, singing, design and a multitude of other fun theatre related activities!
The Greater Richmond School of Music. Dates vary by program – Camps include ROCK CAMP, Piano Camp, Chamber Music Workshop, and the St. Cecilia Summer Music Festival.
The Latin Ballet of Virginia Arts Education Day Camp
The Learning Experience – Short Pump
The Summer Experience at the Steward School. With a fun-filled selection of camps for all ages, Steward offers a wide variety of academic and nonacademic opportunities to explore, expand, and excel.
Trinity Episcopal School Wrestling Camp Trinity Summer Wrestling Camp 2014 – 6th through 12th graders, all skill levels, no experience necessary.
Tuckaway Amazing Race Around the World! Race with ‘Howill the Owl’ in an Amazing Race around the world, where your child will spend the summer with weekly activities, fun field trips, outside games, sports and swimming – swimming lessons included! Each week has activities that are structured around the country featured for that week. Tuckaway Child Development Centers have plenty of fun, learning, and excitement for kids. And who doesn’t love visiting Washington DC, Mexico, France, Italy, Russia, and many more amazin destinations during summer camp?
Tuckahoe Camps and Sports Clinics. Information available in February.
Tutor Doctor. Summer classes for kids of all ages.
Twist Gymnastics. Twist Gymnastics offers ½ Day summer programs to girls age 6 and up. Guaranteed to keep you fit and fill your mornings with fun!
University of Richmond sports and summer camps. Baseball, swimming, lacrosse, basketball, hockey, football, golf, and much more.
U-Turn Sports Performance Academy. Basketball, soccer, and much more – including Christian teaching and mentoring kids in every aspect of life.
USA Chess Camp Active Learning Services operates chess camps (thru USA Chess), Gamebuilder Video Game creation camps, Scratch Animation Creation camps, and other enrichment programs designed to stimulate creative thinking, improve logic and memory skills and give children “thinking alternatives” to sports camps and other summer camps and enrichment programs.
VCU Creative Arts Day Camp. For children rising into grades K- 9. Classes are divided by age and three to four classes are offered each session. The camp gives participants experience in various art media such as: digital art, sculpture, painting, clay, fibers, printmaking and drawing. Classes are held on the VCU campus. Creative Arts Day Camp is getting Up Close and Contemporary! Students will explore the fascinating world of contemporary art, learning about the artistic concepts, processes, and media of today. Each week will be different, so participants may sign up for more than one session.
Velocity Kids Arts Camp Children will experience great MUSIC and MOVEMENT as a form of PRAISE, create ART, eat great SNACKS and gain tools for resolving conflict and building a safe place in God referred to in Psalm 62:1-2. Cost: $25 for 1 child, $45 for 2, $60 for 3 or more Who: Rising K-4th graders
Victory Christian Academy Summer Camp. Looking for a fun place for your child to spend their summer hours? Look no further! Ten weeks of fun-filled sports and much more. Our summer camp provides a Christian environment which includes various sports clinics, classic games, water play, crafts, cooking and music. Available to children ages 3 to rising 5th grade students. All children attending our Summer Camp must be completely potty trained.
Virginia Fishing Adventures Camps Registration is OPEN. Ages 6 – 14. We have several new offerings to add to our fishing and mountain bike camps this summer in Richmond, including fly fishing day camps, fish and bike camps, as well as an expanded overnight fly fishing camp. We hope you will also take the time to check out our fishing/eco-service camps.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts has fun summer camps this summer, with over a hundred week-long studio art camps and classes! Children’s annual Summer Art Adventures & teens’ Summer in the Studio programs run for eight weeks, beginning July 8. These exciting programs encourage children and teens to create, learn, grow, and have fun! Each camp is tailored to a specific age group and provides access to professional materials, expert instruction, and a world-renowned art collection.
Virginia Outside Camps – We have several new offerings to add to our fishing and mountain bike camps this summer in Richmond, including fly fishing day camps, fish and bike camps, as well as an expanded overnight fly fishing camp. We hope you will also take the time to check out our fishing/eco-service camps. We hope that our new online registration system will make things easier for everyone.
Virginia Rep: Theatre IV Stage Explorers Camp. Join us this summer for Stage Explorers Camp at the Children’s Theatre at Willow Lawn. In just two weeks your child will learn everything it takes to put on a show in a professional theatre. From singing, acting and dancing, to lights, sound and sets, and everything in between! No audition is necessary for this fun-filled camp, full of exploration, investigation and imagination! Stage Explorers Summer Camp is for rising first through sixth graders.
Visual Arts Center of Richmond Summer ArtVenture Camp: Week-long studio art classes in a positive, nurturing learning environment. Each class provides focused attention on a specific media, skill or subject, and each week brings a selection of unique choices. All classes are taught by a professional artist and artists-educators who will help inspire and develop individual expression. Enrollment is limited to 10 students per class to allow for individual instruction and learning. Some classes integrate teamwork or collaborative projects.
Volley Tots VA is excited to introduce volleyball to preschoolers! Our fun and energetic staff will introduce your child to fundamental basic volleyball skills and age appropriate movement games. Please call (804) 647-4280 or check our website for registration information as times and prices vary by location.
Waldorf School Summer Garden camps. Summer Camp information to come soon.
Washington Redskins Flag Football Camps – Non-contact flag football instruction, scrimmages and FUN for boys and girls ages 6-13. www.RedskinsKidsCamps.com.
Weinstein JCC offers a variety of summer day camps for all ages. Begin with Camp Ganim as a preschooler and graduate to Camp Hilbert for K-8 graders. Specialty Camps offers something different each week for K-8 graders whether you like sports or arts. Voices Together is for children with autism that offers stimulating activities while offering some socialization skills.
Westminster Canterbury Child Development Center
Westview on the James. Camp times are the best of times at Westview on the James in Goochland County. Campers ages 6 to 16 enjoy fun and adventure in an atmosphere of Christian love. Challenging activities, camp friends, and awesome counselors will have you wishing you could stay longer. An outdoor ministry of the United Methodist Church.
YMCA Camp Thunderbird Outdoor Camp. YMCA campers enjoy swimming, basketball, athletic fields, hiking, pony rides, fishing, canoeing, music, drama, archery, two zip lines, arts-and-crafts, a petting farm and so much more. We provide FREE bus stops at multiple locations throughout Greater Richmond area. The YMCA is open to all, offering financial assistance to those who qualify
Yoga with Nitya summer camps – for kids and teens.
Young Chef’s Academy – Spring camp information listed for ages 3+. Summer camp information coming soon.
YMCA Camps. For nearly a century, the YMCA has led the way as the nation’s largest and most respected provider of summertime activities for youth. Based on our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, YMCA summer day camps allow your child to grow in a fun, nurturing environment. With 17 branch locations throughout the Greater Richmond and Petersburg area as well as YMCA Camp Thunderbird offering summer day camps, specialty camps, sports camps and summer child care, we have a camp for you!
YMCA Camp Silver Beach - Camps for kids, teens, and families!
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This is it!! Our November Holiday Guide is filled with lots of fun but December rings in some serious holiday action.
Our list is growing so check back often and you can always visit our awesome calendar of events! Happy Winter Holidays no matter what you celebrate!
You will also find lots of faith-based events for all faiths – just visit FaithinRichmond.com to find out what’s happening.
December, 2013
Bethlehem Walk. December 4-8: Salem Baptist Church/Broad Street Campus, 465 Broad Street Road, Manakin, VA 23103. An interactive outdoor drama where guests experience first century Bethlehem. As you enter the city, allow the sights, sounds and smells to carry you to a period of time that changed the world. Journey through the heart of the city to the marketplace that is bustling with activity from over a dozen authentic shops; enjoy samples from the baker’s shop, see the blacksmith at work making crucifixion nails, marvel at the potter’s crafts and listen for the rumor of a king’s birth from excited townspeople.
Science Museum of Virginia 50% off gift memberships at Science Museum – Members taken advantage of this gift offer by December 13th!
Dominion GardenFest of Lights 2013. Friday, November 29, 2013 – Monday January 13, 2014 (closed December 24-25). Dominion GardenFest of Lights is a “rain or shine” event and is only closed for extreme inclement weather. Admission: $11 adults; $10 seniors; $7 children ages 3 – 12; children under age 3 free; Garden Members $6; child on Membership (ages 3 – 18) $4; Member on Member Nights: FREE. Holiday tradition features more than a half million lights, botanical decorations, trains, holiday dinners, family activities and more. Visit often to fully experience Dominion GardenFest of Lights — the region’s ultimate holiday extravaganza!
Saturday Brunch with Santa: December 7, 14, and 21st. Seatings at 10am and 1pm. Reservations are full – if you would like to be placed on the waiting list, click here for information.
GardenFest Dinner with Santa: December 16, 17, 18, and 19. Saturday Brunch with Santa features kid-friendly food favorites and the opportunity to share “wish lists” with Santa. Parents are encouraged to bring cameras for photos. Lewis Ginter.
Christmas Town at Busch Gardens November 22 – December 21st you can shop, play, sing songs, see some amazing performances and soak up a Christmas experience that would make the sugar plum fairies jealous at Christmas Town.
Richmond Ballet’s The Nutcracker December 13th- 23rd This grand Richmond tradition returns with live music by Richmond Symphony, with 13 performances in the grand Carpenter Theatre. Make your holiday season complete and share the fun of the Mouse King, the Chinese Dragon, the Russian Bear, and much, much more! TICKETS TO THE NUTCRACKER START AT $20!
Twas the Night Before Christmas Children’s Theatre of Virginia at Willow Lawn, runs through December 29, 2013 with added weekday matinees during the holiday season. The original book, music, and lyrics are by Bruce Craig Miler, Artistic Director of Virginia Repertory Theatre, and are based on the true story of how Clement C. Moore came to write his immortal poem, Twas the Night Before Christmas. The show is 55 minutes long and is best enjoyed by children three years and older.
Rocky Mountain Express (Giant Screen Film) – Saturday, November 2, 2013-Wednesday, January 1, 2014 – Join in the epic adventure of building Canada’s first transcontinental railway as you are propelled on a steam train journey through the Canadian Rockies. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Polar Express (Giant Screen Film). Now through Wednesday, January 1, 2014 – Join us as a doubting boy boards a magical train that’s headed to the North Pole and Santa Claus’s home. What unfolds is an adventure where he learns that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
November 29-December 1, 2013
36th Annual Model Railroad Show at the Science Museum of Virginia 11:30am to 5:00pm. It’s back! Enjoy the most magical train layouts in Virginia. Tour the Museum’s RF&P Car ONE, check out the 1918 Bocock Streetcar and watch blacksmith demonstrations with Gerald Boggs. Included with exhibit admission, free for members.
December 2, 2013
The Grand Illumination at the Jefferson Hotel Live music begins at 5:15pm and the tree is illuminated at 6pm. Sing along with a parade of children’s characters and enjoy complimentary refreshments in the Empire room.
December 3, 2013
Your Youngster & You: “MistleToes” or Menorah Keepsake Plate at All Fired Up (open 10am-6pm) All Fired Up will help you get the perfect foot print from your infant or toddler on a large rimmed dinner plate, and turn it into an adorable “MistleToes” or Menorah keepsake! The best part is that we do all the design work for you! You just come in with your little one, we’ll get the print, and then you’re free to go! All-inclusive cost is only $30. Call ahead and we’ll have all the supplies waiting for you.
December 4, 2013
10th Annual VCU’s Massey Cancer Center Shopping Spree. 5:30pm-9pm. Click here for tickets.
December 4-15, 2013
Glorious Christmas Nights. (Tickets on sale beginning October 7). This year we will crack open the book on a Christmas adventure. With each magical page turn you will experience a holiday joy ride that will dazzle and amaze the entire family! Christmas spirit will pop right off the pages with singing and dancing that will make your heart soar from fantasy land to Bethlehem. This charming musical spectacle will illustrate a storybook of family values and spiritual truths to challenge and touch everyone. Get on the same page this season with A STORYBOOK CHRISTMAS! West End Assembly of God, 401 N. Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229.
December 5-8, 2013
The Bizarre Bazaar at Richmond Raceway Complex. Four Exhibition Buildings filled with fabulous unique gifts for everyone on your list! A beautiful holiday marketplace with 500 juried exclusive exhibitors and more than 100 new exhibitors only seen at The Bizarre Bazaar®. Located at the Richmond Raceway Complex with free parking.
December 6, 2013
Downtown James Center Grand Illumination 5:55 pm – 7 pm at the James Center (between 9th-12th & Cary Streets). Bring your family to James Center for a beautiful family tradition. At 5:59 p.m. Santa and Lite 98 will count down the seconds to light the downtown office buildings AND James Center’s Great Tree and Reindeer! Experience the magic of the holidays with two blocks of family entertainment.
Yorktown Christmas Tree Lighting. Friday, December 6 – Christmas Tree Lighting, 7:30 pm. A tradition that began in 1945 continues with the Yorktown Christmas Tree Lighting. Evening highlights include a 7 pm performance by The Fifes and Drums of York Town at the Victory Monument, festive music at Riverwalk Landing, the procession of lights through the historic village, and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free.
Holiday Illumination at Historic Polgreen Church- 5-6:30pm Polegreen kicks off the holiday season with its grand illumination of the silhouette structure. Join us for the lighting of the church, as well as a performance by Colonial fife and drums, a sing-along with holiday carolers, hot cider and more!
Richmond Symphony performs Handel’s Messiah Let The Richmond Symphony Chorus and The Richmond Symphony, conducted by Erin Freeman, surround you in the sounds of the season during Handel’s Messiah! One night only—Friday, December 7:30pm at the Carpenter Theatre at Richmond CenterStage. Tickets start at $12 online or 1.800.514 ETIX. $7 college student tickets available at the Richmond CenterStage box office with valid student ID.
Kids Fun Night at All Fired Up! Create a wet clay ornament from your child’s handprint, design and paint a “Christmas Lights” hot cocoa mug, AND enjoy a pizza dinner! The cost is only $25 per child and is recommended for ages 6 and up. Space is limited, so call and sign up your kids today!
December 7, 2013
Dominion Christmas Parade. The 30th annual Dominion Christmas parade will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. in Richmond, Virginia. The parade will depart from the Science Museum on W. Broad Street and continue east to 7th Street. This beloved Richmond tradition attracts more than 100,000 spectators each year from everywhere in Virginia, with thousands more enjoying the live television broadcast.
Christmas Open House at Hanover Tavern 10:00am to 1:00pm. This free event includes photos with Colonial Santa Claus, community bake sale, colonial holiday crafts for kids and families, holiday magic shows, and story time with all the classic Christmas tales.
Brunch with Snow Bear! Join Santa and Snow Bear for a light brunch and sing along following the ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas performance on Saturday December 7 The event will last about 1 hour. Brunch tickets $15 (does not include performance ticket). Call (804)282-2620. Limited availability.
Let it Snow – Genworth Symphony Pops -Saturday, December 7 – 8:00pm and Sunday, December 8 – 3:00pm, the Carpenter Theatre at Richmond CenterStage. Join conductor Erin Freeman, the Richmond Symphony, the Richmond Symphony Chorus, members of the Saint Paul’s Baptist Church Joy Choir, the Children’s Honor Choir, and Richmond’s own vocal virtuoso, Lisa Edwards-Burrs for holiday favorites including Silent Night, Joy to the World, and It’s a Wonderful Life. You, too, will get a chance to sing along during this much loved annual concert!
December 8, 2013
27th Annual Court End Christmas. 1015 E. Clay Street. Noon-5pm. Ten historic downtown sites host a free holiday open house, featuring tours, living history and reenactments, gift shops, children’s activities, refreshments, carriage rides, music, and special guest appearances. 2013 participating sites include the Valentine Richmond History Center and the Wickham House, the John Marshall House, the Virginia State Capitol, the Virginia Executive Mansion, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, the Museum and White House of the Confederacy, Monumental Church, the Egyptian Building, the Beers House, and St. John’s Church.
Holly Jolly Christmas on Lakeside Avenue Participating merchants (including the Garden Shop)will extend hours til 9 p.m. FREE trolleys will run along Lakeside Avenue Friday night. You can park at the Garden (and shop!) and catch the trolley to stores along Lakeside Avenue. 27 shops will participate with extended hours, special discounts, refreshments and more.
Let it Snow – Genworth Symphony Pops -Saturday, December 7 – 8:00pm and Sunday, December 8 – 3:00pm, the Carpenter Theatre at Richmond CenterStage. Join conductor Erin Freeman, the Richmond Symphony, the Richmond Symphony Chorus, members of the Saint Paul’s Baptist Church Joy Choir, the Children’s Honor Choir, and Richmond’s own vocal virtuoso, Lisa Edwards-Burrs for holiday favorites including Silent Night, Joy to the World, and It’s a Wonderful Life. You, too, will get a chance to sing along during this much loved annual concert!
December 10, 2013
10th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Richmond International Raceway. Tuesday, December 10 6:30 p.m. The festive evening includes an illumination of the track’s Christmas tree, music and fun for the entire family, as well as a visit from the jolly old elf. Attendees are encouraged to bring items for the Central Virginia Foodbank food drive and the Marine Toys for Tots toy drive. Richmond International Raceway will match all food and toy donations received at the track, can-for-can and toy-for-toy.
December 13, 2013
A Colonial Christmas at Berkeley Plantation – 1pm Learn how the Harrison family celebrated Christmas during the 18th century with music, Christmas stories and decorations using fresh greenery and natural arrangements. Reservations are required.
Member Polar Express Pajama Party – Friday, December 13, and Sunday, December 15, 2013; 5:30-8:30 pm – Climb aboard the Polar Express! Children are invited to dress in their favorite pajamas and bring the entire family along. Joins us before the film for fun activities — and milk and cookies, too! Registration is required; seating is limited. Call 804.864.1449 or membership@smv.org. Free. Members only.
Check out these events on FaithinRichmond.com!
December 14, 2013
21st Annual James River Parade of Lights. A cherished holiday tradition! Pull out your boat! Spectators will be able to enjoy the parade and experience a colonial Christmas presented by historical interpreters at Henricus Historical Park free-of-charge. Colonial Christmas activities begin at 6:00 p.m. with viewing of boat parade from 7:30-8 p.m.
Check out these events on FaithinRichmond.com!
Holiday on Parade—An Eastern Henrico Celebration All day events from noon – 5:30pm From historical to present day, many fun, nostalgic, and exciting events are in store for your holiday season. Children can enjoy a craft and bake Christmas cookies at Hidden Creek Recreation Center. Tour “The Barn” while children can decorate a pine cone and enjoy holiday refreshments at Dorey. Take in a show at the Henrico Theatre and wrap up the evening at the James River Parade of Lights at Osborne Park.
Parade of Lights at Osborne Park – 4:30-8:30pm Beginning at 3pm, the Toy Parade sponsored by the Battlefield Ruritans will precede the Parade of Lights. Entertainment and concessions will follow the Toy Parade. For more information on the Toy Parade, please call 795-7978. Viewing celebration information: 501-5134.
Richmond Christmas Gala benefitting VCU Massey Cancer Center. Hippodrome Theatre, with catering gy Five26. Black tie optional. Tickets available October 15.
Yorktown Market Days and Toyland Parade. Yorktown Market Days and Toyland Parade, 9 am to 3 pm. Special holiday market featuring an assortment of items: seasonal fruits & vegetables; fresh seafood, eggs, poultry, beef and pork; fine sweets and baked goods including cakes, breads, brownies and cookies; coffee, jams and jellies; homemade relish and spices; organic and gluten free products; holiday wreaths, pines and flowering bulbs; homemade peanut brittle; quality art, and holiday music. Starting at 1:30 become a part of our Toyland Parade, jump in with a decorated a stroller or wagon, or even yourself! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to greet the guests. The Fifes and Drums of York Town will be leading the parade. As an added treat, the Polar Express will be chugging along through Riverwalk Landing. Free. (757) 890.3500.
Holiday Cookie Decorating- Regency Mall – Learn festive techniques to frost cookies with butter cream and color flow icings using a variety of products for the holidays. Students must bring 18 unfrosted cookies to decorate. Supplies included and can be taken home at the end of class. Cost: $30, plus $30 materials fee. Contact: The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, (804) 261-ARTS
Brunch with Snow Bear! Join Santa and Snow Bear for a light brunch and sing along following the ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas 2pm performance on December 14th. The event will last about 1 hour. Brunch tickets $15 (does not include performance ticket). Call (804)282-2620. Limited availability.
December 21-22, 2013
Holiday Workshops at All Fired Up -Parents, drop off your kids on Saturday from 10am-12pm OR on Sunday from 2pm-4pm, and get the rest of your holiday shopping done while the kids create festive Christmas crafts! They will be painting a Winter Wonderland cup & saucer set (perfect for a cup of soup or hot cocoa all winter long) that will be ready after Christmas, and painting an ornament they can take home the same day! Cost is only $35 and space is limited, so reserve your spot now!
Richmond Train and Toy Show. Show will be held on December 21-22, 2013. Featuring operating model railroads, dealers selling trains and collectable toys, hands-on exhibits and demonstrations. Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday. Richmond Raceway Complex.
Holiday Open House at James River Cellars Celebrate the season with friends, family and of course our seasonal wines. Taste James River Cellars award winning wines, check out the gift shop and pick up some unique holiday gifts. Stock up on wine, gifts and especially, holiday cheer!
December 21, 2013
A Christmas Carol- Theatre IV on Tour presents A Christmas Carol Saturday, December 21, 2013 11am & 1pm at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Don’t miss this holiday classic!
Brunch with Snow Bear! Join Santa and Snow Bear for a light brunch and sing along following the ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas performance on Saturday, December 21st. The event will last about 1 hour. Brunch tickets $15 (does not include performance ticket). Call (804)282-2620. Limited availability.
Combo Event with Sweet Spot, Spirited Art, and All Fired Up in Short Pump. December 21 and 22, 2013 are Kids Combo Classes! Kids come out for a day of fun at West Broad Village location. You will want to register for this class soon because space is limited and it’s a big HIT with kids and parents. While the kids paint and play, parents can shop, dine, or just relax.
December 26-December 30, 2013
Fruit Cake Science at the Science Museum of Virginia ‘Tis the season for fruitcake and a perfect chance to test its ability to burn, float, conduct electricity and react to gravity and dry ice. Join the Science Museum of Virginia for this entertaining and inspiring time of discovery! Included with exhibit admission, free for members.
December 31, 2013
New Year’s Eve Family Frolic at Lewis Ginter. 2-5pm. Fun for all ages! All of the activities are inside the warm and cozy Education and Library Complex.
After the Holidays
Christmas Tree Recycling December 2013-January 2014. CVWMA. Christmas tree recylcing available in Central Virginia.
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Do you think you have what it takes to be a star? Would you love to see your name in lights? Have you dreamed of seeing your child on stage? Then you might be able to see your dreams come true.
Virginia Repertory Theatre (VA Rep) is searching for African American adults and children ages 7 or older who are strong singers, actors, and dancers. If you are chosen, you will perform in The Color Purple showing June 19 – August 3, 2014. Rehearsals begin around May 19, 2014.
Just head over to the VA Rep on Saturday, November 2, 2013 from 10am-6pm and audition. Here’s the deal:
- Auditions are by appointment in two hour sessions: 10:00 – noon, noon – 2:00, 2:00 – 4:00, and 4:00 – 6:00
- Sign Up Online
- Email casting@va-rep.org
- You will be contacted the week of October 28th with audition details. Your audition slot is reserved upon signup. No further action is required.
- Please direct all questions to casting@va-rep.org or (804) 783-1688 option 3.
If you’re wondering how to prepare for the audition, VA Rep is making it easier by providing the sheet music to songs on their website. They’ve also included a list of the cast breakdown to help you prepare too. All performers will be paid.
Click here to sign-up for an audition. Good luck to everyone who applies.
“Break a leg”!
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Virginia Repertory Theatre and Prevent Child Abuse Virginia Celebrate
30 Years of Hugs and Kisses
Virginia’s Principal Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Program
Richmond, VA – Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the 30th anniversary celebration of the nationally acclaimed child sexual abuse prevention program Hugs and Kisses. The free anniversary performance will take place Wednesday, October 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street. This award- winning landmark musical play sensitively tells the story of a little girl who has been sexually abused. During the course of the play, the girl and her friends learn valuable life lessons that enable her to talk to a trusted adult who can bring help. Juan Conde from Channel 8 News will EMCEE the event. A question and answer session and reception will follow immediately after the program.
Hugs and Kisses is a unique partnership between Prevent Child Abuse Virginia (PCAV), the Virginia Department of Social Services and Virginia Rep. Now in its 30th year of touring, Hugs and Kisses introduces the concepts of good touch, bad touch and secret touch to elementary school students in a sensitive and an age appropriate manner through an enjoyable musical play. Both Johanna Schuchert, Executive Director of PCAV, and Ann Childress, CPS Prevention Supervisor from Social Services, agree that collaboration has been the key to keeping this program going since 1983. “All three organizations and other valuable partners have worked together at the state level. Schools, local social services and other community groups such as women’s clubs have supported the effort locally. We are all appreciative of the difference this program has made for children in Virginia.”
The project began with a 1981 conversation between Bruce Miller, then Artistic Director of Theatre IV, and Ann Childress from the Virginia Department of Social Services. Childress persuaded Miller that an educational program about child sexual abuse was needed for school age children. After 18 months of research, Miller along with playwright Terry Bliss and composer, Richard Giersch, had created the child abuse prevention play. Miller remembers that in the early years, Hugs and Kisses was not an easy sell. “In 1983, no school in Virginia would even accept a free performance so we provided seven showcase performances across the state. During that time period, a major case of child abuse broke at a childcare facility in California and child sexual abuse was featured on the cover of Time and Newsweek. Within days, the show was fully booked and has been ever since.”
Hugs and Kisses has been shown in every school district in Virginia and has been seen by approximately 1.5 million children. An independent evaluation is conducted annually. The evaluation consistently supports that children learn the prevention message across all elementary school grade levels. Anecdotal evidence suggests that many children have sought and received the help they need to end existing sexual victimization as a result of Hugs and Kisses and related dialogue.
Funding from the Virginia Department of Social Services, Virginia Commission for the Arts, and foundations and corporations allows Virginia Rep to take Hugs and Kisses to over 150 schools annually for a subsidized price of $150 – $350. In many cases, the play is performed at no cost to the school.
Hugs and Kisses has been recognized nationally as an important prevention tool. The United States Department of Health and Human Services awarded Bruce Miller the Commissioner’s Award to honor his “outstanding contribution to the field of child abuse and neglect.” The program itself has received the Governor’s Award for service to the Commonwealth and the Award for Excellence in Prevention from the Virginia Council in Coordinating Prevention. In addition, Hugs and Kisses was performed before the U. S. Senate Sub-Committee on the Sexual Victimization of Children and was the keynote address at the national conference of the National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse.
For more information about the event or the Hugs and Kisses contact Ronnie Brown at rbrown@va-rep.org or 783-1688 ext 1130.
About Virginia Repertory Theatre
Virginia Repertory Theatre, located in Richmond, VA, combines the talents and strengths of two nonprofit companies that shared facilities, resources, and management teams for over a decade. Now the heritages of Barksdale Theatre (founded in 1953) and Theatre IV (founded in 1975) live on in their new form, as Central Virginia’s leading professional theater company. Virginia Rep presents national caliber productions of the great dramas, comedies, and musicals as well as classics, contemporary works, and world premieres, always seeking to demonstrate the unique power of theater to engage, enthrall, educate, and inspire. Productions are staged at four distinct venues: the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre and Theatre Gym at the downtown Virginia Rep Center, Virginia Rep’s Children’s Theatre of Virginia located at Willow Lawn, and at Hanover Tavern, home to Virginia Rep’s Barksdale Season.
Wine Down to benefit the Dominion School for Autism is Wednesday, August 8, 2013 at the Wine Loft. Please consider attending and bring a friend or two or more!
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Be sure and enter our Real Cute Kids Contest – prizes worth over $2,000 for the grand prize winner! Deadline for photos and to enter is August 17, 2013 so call now to make your photo appointment!
Don’t forget to check your Richmondmom.com Savvy Saver card for great savings at many local events and activities for kids and adults. Don’t have a card? No worries – download a copy here! Visit our Summer Fun 2013 links for a huge listing of things to do all summer long.
Through August
Fit4Moms is offering a Mini Body Back session in August for 4 weeks. They will resume the traditional 8 week sessions in the fall. You can register online and get more information regarding times and locations at www.richmond.fit4mom.com.
Summer Kids Club every Thursday at 10am in Whole Foods Short Pump Café. Just $3 per child. Kids do a fun craft and have a tasty snack. Craft will be hosted by the Children’s Museum of Richmond. Ages 3-8. Must pre-register. Call 364-4050.
Summer Nights at CMoR , 2626 West Broad Street, Richmond. Visit website for details. Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and […] Find out more »
Permanent Exhibits or Events
Boost! is OPEN, Signaling Beginning of Multi-Year Transformation for the Museum - Now Open! Celebrate with us as the Museum shares its biggest new, permanent exhibition in a decade and heralds the start of new, exciting things to come. Boost! challenges your perception of health and wellness in a way that is personalized and playful! Included with exhibit admission- $11 with $1 discounts for ages 4-12 and 60+. Free for members. Read our review here. And now: The Science Museum of Virginia will test your skills against professional athletes. You can train like a pro at the Boost! exhibit before or after enjoying the Redskins training camp.
Lewis Ginter – Families use clever clues and mapping skills to find their way to a hidden treasure in the Garden. Along the way, children and their adults are encouraged to record the names of plants they encounter. Once the quest is completed, children return to the admission desk at the Robins Visitor Center to receive a collectable button. Six editions printed per year; Free with Garden Admission.
Through August 18
SYMMETREES at The Science Museum of Virginia. Photographer and sculptor John Moser shares his unique view of fallen trees in Central Virginia forests by capturing their photos, then enhancing them so that the images take on a life of their own. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Through August 25EXTENDED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1, 2013 by Popular Demand – A “Must See”!
Steel Magnolias Virginia Rep – Hanover Tavern.
Through September 6
Flight of the Butterflies – The Science Museum of Virginia: Read our Real Richmond Review.Migrate with hundreds of millions of Monarch butterflies across North America! Discover the hideaway of these magnificent creatures – a secret that was unlocked after 40 years of research by Dr. Fred Urquhart. Immerse yourself in this compelling adventure as you find a super generation of butterflies who miraculously travel to a new and remote destination. Experience firsthand the beauty of the migration cycle of butterflies spanning not only thousands of miles but generations!
To The Arctic at The Science Museum of Virginia: Through September 6, 2013. Venture across floating ice with a mother polar bear and her two cubs as you take an extraordinary journey into the Arctic. Discover the constant struggle for survival as they face natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. Travel with a herd of caribou to their calving ground and plunge into the ethereal underwater world of waltzing walruses! Gaze across an exquisite spectacle of sapphire white as you see hundreds of miles of snow-bound peaks in this breath-taking film!
Hubble. 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. 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.
Through September 13
Lewis Ginter Water Play during the week (weather permitting). Extended Hours during Flowers after Five Thursday evenings, June – August, 5 – 8:00 p.m.
Through September 29
Robots + Us at The Science Museum – What differentiates humans and robots? Explore what it means to be human by examining how lifelike machines emulate four major categories of human capabilities: moving, sensing, thinking and being. Take a closer look into robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering as you encounter interactive components, videos and much more! It’s here now through September 29, 2013!
Through October 13
Butterflies Live! Experience the wonderful world of butterflies! Tropical beauties, fascinating and showy, transform the Conservatory’s North Wing into a wonderland of vibrant colors…captivating sights…and extraordinary discoveries. EXHIBIT HOURS: Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Butterflies tend to be most active on sunny days and in the morning and early afternoon; they tend to roost more on cloudy days and in late afternoon.
Through December 31, 2013
VHS Long Term Exhibits – Through December 31, 2013. 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 from prehistoric times to […] Find out more »
Through January 5, 2014!
Landscapes of Salem and Liberty Through January 5, 2014 at Virginia Historical Museum – The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! In the 1850s, German artist Edward Beyer traveled throughout western Virginia and painted landscapes of many of the small towns in the Blue Ridge Mountains. These paintings are remarkable not only for their beauty but also their attention to […] Find out more »
Events for Monday, August 5th 2013
Virginia Farmers Market Week – Celebrate locally grown products and visit a Farmers Market this week. Help Patrick raise money for hungry families too! Click here for details. Find out more »
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. Find out more »
Summer Nights at CMoR Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and […] Find out more »
Events for Tuesday, August 6th 2013
Movieland at Boulevard: Free Movies MOVIELAND AT BOULEVARD SQUARE Contact Us: MOVIELAND AT BOULEVARD SQUARE 1301 North Boulevard at West Leigh St. Richmond, VA 23230 Just off I-95, Exit 78 View Map Find us on Facebook! Showtimes & Information: (804) 354-6099 Free Admission! Show Time 10AM Doors open at 9AM Absolutely Free Admission! Seating limited to theater capacity; tickets issued […] Find out more »
Virginia Farmers Market Week Celebrate locally grown products and visit a Farmers Market this week. Help Patrick raise money for hungry families too! Click here for details. Find out more »
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club – Westchester Commons Kid’s Club. Crafts, games and story time. Free fun for parents and kids. Find out more »
Club Mom – Fun for kids every month! Visit website for details and schedule. Different entertainers and events each month. Kids under 12 get a free breakfast coupon. Find out more »
Regal Summer Movie Express: $1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express offers $1 movies again this summer – 2013! Locations (beginning June 18th) Each participating location is offering the Summer Movie Express on Tuesday and Wednesday each week at 10am during the summer months, beginning June 18, 2013 at Richmond area theaters listed below. Click here to check with theaters to confirm times, dates, […] Find out more »
Summer Nights at CMoR Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and […] Find out more »
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, […] Find out more »
National Night Out Event – A community event to bring together citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighbors, organizations and local officials from Highland Springs community and surrounding areas. Call 804.328.2995 with questions. It’s FREE! Find out more »
Events for Wednesday, August 7th 2013
Movieland at Boulevard: Free Movies – MOVIELAND AT BOULEVARD SQUARE Contact Us: MOVIELAND AT BOULEVARD SQUARE 1301 North Boulevard at West Leigh St. Richmond, VA 23230 Just off I-95, Exit 78 View Map Find us on Facebook! Showtimes & Information: (804) 354-6099 Free Admission! Show Time 10AM Doors open at 9AM Absolutely Free Admission! Seating limited to theater capacity; tickets issued […] Find out more »
Virginia Farmers Market Week - Celebrate locally grown products and visit a Farmers Market this week. Help Patrick raise money for hungry families too! Click here for details. Find out more »
Regal Summer Movie Express: $1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express offers $1 movies again this summer – 2013! Locations (beginning June 18th) Each participating location is offering the Summer Movie Express on Tuesday and Wednesday each week at 10am during the summer months, beginning June 18, 2013 at Richmond area theaters listed below. Click here to check with theaters to confirm times, dates, […] Find out more »
Lunch Break Science at the Museum - Science Museum of Virginia, Noon – 1pm. 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 […] Find out more »
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 […] Find out more »
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 […] Find out more »
Summer Nights at CMoR – Children’s Museum of Richmond, Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and […] Find out more »
Wine Down with Richmondmom.com - August 7 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at The Wine Loft, – 4035 Whittal Way, Glen Allen, VA 23060 United States. Wine Down to benefit the Dominion School for Autism. Enjoy fun, food, and socializing with friends while helping raise money for an important cause! Just $10 entry fee and it all goes to the Dominion School! Free appetizers, discounted wines, and fun. Find out more »
Events for Thursday, August 8th 2013
Blizzard Day for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU. Dairy Queen is donating $1 per Blizzard - visit website for a list of participating locations.
Virginia Farmers Market Week Celebrate locally grown products and visit a Farmers Market this week. Help Patrick raise money for hungry families too! Click here for details. Find out more »
Richmond Jazz Festival – August 8 – 11 at Maymont. The 4th Annual Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont brings back a sense of serenity, soul and smooth sounds to the City of Richmond. Located at Maymont, the Richmond Jazz Festival features over 20 local, national and international bands and artists on two stages. Festival attendees enjoy smooth jazz, while taking advantage of products and services […] Find out more »
Summer Concert Series in Short Pump 10th Annual Summer Concert Series at Short Pump Town Center. 6pm-8pm. Find out more
Maymont Carriage House August 8 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Maymont – Ages 7 – 11 enjoy a morning of old-fashioned fun with games and activities that amused kids 100 years ago! Register at 804.358.7166, x329. Find out more »
Culture and History on the James – Henricus Historical Park, Henricus Historical Park invites ages 7-12 to see the James River as Native Americans and English used it for fishing and transportation. River activities, make-and-take projects and more are included. Register at 804.318.8797. Find out more »
Nutzy the Squirrel – Richmond Public Library, Main – Thursday, August 8th 11:00am Nutzy the Squirrel will be flying into the Belmont Library for a special storytime. Call 646-1139 for details and reservations. Find out more »
FIDO After Five at Lewis Ginter – Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, Fidos After 5 is the second Thursday of each month (July 11 & August 8) when leashed pets are invited as well. $2 suggested pet admission benefits the Richmond SPCA. Flowers After 5 is rain or shine; in case of extreme inclement weather, activities will be moved inside. The Garden’s in-house caterer, Meriwether Godsey, offers wine by […] Find out more »
Flowers After Five – August 8 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm. 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 […] Find out more »
Dance Performance at 8:30pm at Dogwood Dell, Byrd Park Court, Richmond, 23290. City Dance Theatre is an award-winning ensemble of approximately 15 young men and women bringing excitement and creativity to movement. The concert is free. Find out more »
Events for Friday, August 9th 2013
Richmond Jazz Festival -The 4th Annual Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont brings back a sense of serenity, soul and smooth sounds to the City of Richmond. Located at Maymont, the Richmond Jazz Festival features over 20 local, national and international bands and artists on two stages. Festival attendees enjoy smooth jazz, while taking advantage of products and services […] Find out more »
Virginia Farmers Market Week – Celebrate locally grown products and visit a Farmers Market this week. Help Patrick raise money for hungry families too! Click here for details. Find out more »
Ezibu Muntu – African Dance at 8:30pm at Dogwood Dell, Byrd Park Court, Richmond, 23290. The concert is free. Find out more »
Disney Live – Click here for a quick preview of the show! Tickets available online at Ticketmaster.com, area Ticketmaster outlets, Charge-by-phone at 800-745-3000 and at Richmond Coliseum Box Office. Ages 1 and up require a ticket. Click here for tickets. Grab your tiaras and doubloons and join us for Disney Junior Live On Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure. […] Find out more »
Filipino Festival – Our Lady of Lourdes – 8200 Woodman Road, Henrico , The Northside’s Filipino Festival celebrates Filipino culture with two days of authentic Filipino fare, colorful Filipino dancing, music and more. Make sure to dig into the lumpia, empanadas and pancit. At Our Lady of Lourdes. Friday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Find out more »
Free Movies in the Park – The annual series of free movies will be held every Friday night in a different park through August 16. The movies will begin at 8:30 p.m., or as soon as it’s dark, and families are invited to bring their own blankets or chairs and refreshments and enjoy the free PG-rated movies in the park. Vendors […] Find out more »
Events for Saturday, August 10th 2013
Richmond Jazz Festival -August 8 – 11 at Maymont. The 4th Annual Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont brings back a sense of serenity, soul and smooth sounds to the City of Richmond. Located at Maymont, the Richmond Jazz Festival features over 20 local, national and international bands and artists on two stages. Festival attendees enjoy smooth jazz, while taking advantage of products and services […] Find out more »
Virginia Farmers Market Week Celebrate locally grown products and visit a Farmers Market this week. Help Patrick raise money for hungry families too! Click here for details. Find out more »
Jonny Z Festival - Shields Avenue between Grove and Hanover, Richmond, VA United States. Jonny Z Festival is an annual street festival that celebrates art, craft, music and food in the creative spirit of artist and Bizarre Market coordinator Jonathan Zanin. Fun for the whole family. Shields Avenue between Grove and Hanover. Free. Noon to 5 p.m. Find out more »
International Dragon Boat Festival -August 10 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm at Rocketts Landing, Dragon boats are 40 foot human-powered canoes decorated with ornate Chinese drag heads. Led by rhythmic beat of a drum, teams race down the river. From the Sports Backers. It’s Free. Find out more »
Filipino Festival -The Northside’s Filipino Festival celebrates Filipino culture with two days of authentic Filipino fare, colorful Filipino dancing, music and more. Make sure to dig into the lumpia, empanadas and pancit. At Our Lady of Lourdes. Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Find out more »
“The Jubilo Collection” – Richmond Public Library- Main August 2013 – Art Exhibit. Join us as Nessa Baskerville, artist, historian, activist, librarian, and truly one of Richmond’s Treasures, provides insights into her work “The Jubilo Collection” depictions of legendary Richmond events and mythical characters. Find out more »
Jammin’ on the James – Bring a picnic dinner and your lawn chair for family friendly music and fun on the grass terrace overlooking the James River. Face painting, games, and crafts for kids. Free. Featuring: Stonebrook Join us this summer for free concerts on the grounds of Wilton. Bring a picnic dinner and your favorite lawn chair for family-friendly […] Find out more »
Events for Sunday, August 11th 2013
Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont – The 4th Annual Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont brings back a sense of serenity, soul and smooth sounds to the City of Richmond. Located at Maymont, the Richmond Jazz Festival features over 20 local, national and international bands and artists on two stages. Festival attendees enjoy smooth jazz, while taking advantage of products and services […] Find out more »
Carytown Watermelon Festival – The festival runs 10am – 6pm. Imagine…115,000 people, over 3000 watermelons and you! With 60 musicians, over 100 exhibitors, one of the largest kids areas of any festival on the east coast and all of the great Carytown style, the Carytown Watermelon Festival presented by Martin’s has become the largest one day festival in the […] Find out more »
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 […] Find out more »
Event times and locations may change after posting. Please visit websites or call to confirm event details.
Be sure and enter our Real Cute Kids Contest – prizes worth over $2,000 for the grand prize winner!
You will notice a new link on our website that keeps you updated to the minute on events in Richmond (on the right-hand side of the page under the “Search” Button)!
Don’t forget to check your Richmondmom.com Savvy Saver card for great savings at many local events and activities for kids and adults. Don’t have a card? No worries – download a copy here! Visit our Summer Fun 2013 links for a huge listing of things to do all summer long.
Through August
Fit4Moms is offering a Mini Body Back session in August for 4 weeks. They will resume the traditional 8 week sessions in the fall. You can register online and get more information regarding times and locations at www.richmond.fit4mom.com.
Summer Kids Club every Thursday at 10am in Whole Foods Short Pump Café. Just $3 per child. Kids do a fun craft and have a tasty snack. Craft will be hosted by the Children’s Museum of Richmond. Ages 3-8. Must pre-register. Call 364-4050.
Summer Nights at CMoR , 2626 West Broad Street, Richmond. Visit website for details. Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and […] Find out more »
Permanent Exhibits or Events
Boost! is OPEN, Signaling Beginning of Multi-Year Transformation for the Museum - Now Open! Celebrate with us as the Museum shares its biggest new, permanent exhibition in a decade and heralds the start of new, exciting things to come. Boost! challenges your perception of health and wellness in a way that is personalized and playful! Included with exhibit admission- $11 with $1 discounts for ages 4-12 and 60+. Free for members. Read our review here. And now: The Science Museum of Virginia will test your skills against professional athletes. You can train like a pro at the Boost! exhibit before or after enjoying the Redskins training camp.
Lewis Ginter – Families use clever clues and mapping skills to find their way to a hidden treasure in the Garden. Along the way, children and their adults are encouraged to record the names of plants they encounter. Once the quest is completed, children return to the admission desk at the Robins Visitor Center to receive a collectable button. Six editions printed per year; Free with Garden Admission.
Through July 31
Where’s Waldo in Richmond July 15 – 31. Look for wee Waldos in some of your favorite shops around town through the end of the month. Waldo will be hiding in 20 local businesses during the month of July! Click to learn more.
Through August 4
Virginia Repertory Theatre: The Music Man at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre. The show runs through August 4, 2013. Read about it here.
Busytown Virginia Rep Willow Lawn. – visit website for location details and times. Find out more »
Through August 18
SYMMETREES at The Science Museum of Virginia. Photographer and sculptor John Moser shares his unique view of fallen trees in Central Virginia forests by capturing their photos, then enhancing them so that the images take on a life of their own. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Through August 25
Steel Magnolias Virginia Rep – Hanover Tavern.
Through September 6
Flight of the Butterflies – The Science Museum of Virginia: Read our Real Richmond Review.Migrate with hundreds of millions of Monarch butterflies across North America! Discover the hideaway of these magnificent creatures – a secret that was unlocked after 40 years of research by Dr. Fred Urquhart. Immerse yourself in this compelling adventure as you find a super generation of butterflies who miraculously travel to a new and remote destination. Experience firsthand the beauty of the migration cycle of butterflies spanning not only thousands of miles but generations!
To The Arctic at The Science Museum of Virginia: Through September 6, 2013. Venture across floating ice with a mother polar bear and her two cubs as you take an extraordinary journey into the Arctic. Discover the constant struggle for survival as they face natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. Travel with a herd of caribou to their calving ground and plunge into the ethereal underwater world of waltzing walruses! Gaze across an exquisite spectacle of sapphire white as you see hundreds of miles of snow-bound peaks in this breath-taking film!
Hubble. 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. 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.
Through September 13
Lewis Ginter Water Play during the week (weather permitting). Extended Hours during Flowers after Five Thursday evenings, June – August, 5 – 8:00 p.m.
Through September 29
Robots + Us at The Science Museum – What differentiates humans and robots? Explore what it means to be human by examining how lifelike machines emulate four major categories of human capabilities: moving, sensing, thinking and being. Take a closer look into robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering as you encounter interactive components, videos and much more! It’s here now through September 29, 2013!
Through October 13
Butterflies Live! Experience the wonderful world of butterflies! Tropical beauties, fascinating and showy, transform the Conservatory’s North Wing into a wonderland of vibrant colors…captivating sights…and extraordinary discoveries. EXHIBIT HOURS: Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Butterflies tend to be most active on sunny days and in the morning and early afternoon; they tend to roost more on cloudy days and in late afternoon.
Through December 31, 2013
VHS Long Term Exhibits – Through December 31, 2013. 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 from prehistoric times to […] Find out more »
Through January 5, 2014!
Landscapes of Salem and Liberty Through January 5, 2014 at Virginia Historical Museum – The VHS offers FREE ADMISSION to the history museum and research library daily! In the 1850s, German artist Edward Beyer traveled throughout western Virginia and painted landscapes of many of the small towns in the Blue Ridge Mountains. These paintings are remarkable not only for their beauty but also their attention to […] Find out more »
Monday, July 29, 2013
We Dig Animals
We Dig Animals – Bring the kids and learn about animal conservation and rehabilitation in Virginia. Representatives from the Alliance of Wild Animal Rehabilitators & Educators will be discussing their work and showcasing some of their animals. Find out more »
Henrico Concert Bank in the Park
Family Fun! All ages. The Henrico Concert Band will perform in a series of three outdoor concerts. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and spend a casual evening in the park by the lake listening to your favorite band music! In case of inclement weather, the concerts may be cancelled. There will be no rain dates. […] Find out more »
Tuesday, July 30
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club. Crafts, games and story time. Free fun for parents and kids. Find out more »
Movieland at Boulevard: Free Movies
MOVIELAND AT BOULEVARD SQUARE 1301 North Boulevard at West Leigh St. Richmond, VA 23230 Just off I-95, Exit 78 View Map Find us on Facebook! Showtimes & Information: (804) 354-6099 Free Admission! Show Time 10AM Doors open at 9AM Absolutely Free Admission! Seating limited to theater capacity; tickets issued […] Find out more »
Regal Summer Movie Express: $1 Movies
Regal Summer Movie Express offers $1 movies again this summer – 2013! Locations (beginning June 18th) Each participating location is offering the Summer Movie Express on Tuesday and Wednesday each week at 10am during the summer months, beginning June 18, 2013 at Richmond area theaters listed below. Click here to check with theaters to confirm times, dates, […] Find out more »
AWARE Wildlife Ambassadors
Do opossums hang by their tails? What do turtles eats? Can owls turn their heads all the way around? Meet the Wildlife Ambassadors from AWARE and learn about animal behavior, diet, and habitats for the wildlife you may find in your own backyard. Atlee Library, 10:00 a.m., 9161 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (804) 559-0654 […] Find out more »
Elementary Crafts
Elementary Craft for ages 6 and older. Make friendship bracelets free. Find out more »
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, […] Find out more »
Wednesday, July 31
Snow White
This fresh and funny adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale by Barbara Lennon will make you laugh out loud! The Tale of Snow White, using a fun frame story of a contemporary mom reading to her bickering children, is loaded with bright new faces and comedic twists! Great fun for the whole family! 10-11 am […]
Toddler Storytime
Stories for toddlers at local libraries. Mother Goose Storytime at 10:00 a.m. Toddler Storytime at 10:45 a.m. Preschool Storytime at 11:15 a.m. Location: Atlee Branch Library Toddler Storytime at 11:00 a.m. Location: Goochland Branch Library Toddler Storytime at 10:00 a.m. Preschool Storytime at 10:45 a.m. Family Storytime at 11:15 a.m. Location: Mechanicsville Branch Library Mother […] Find out more »
Movieland at Boulevard: Free Movies
MOVIELAND AT BOULEVARD SQUARE 1301 North Boulevard at West Leigh St. Richmond, VA 23230 Just off I-95, Exit 78 View Map Find us on Facebook! Showtimes & Information: (804) 354-6099 Free Admission! Show Time 10AM Doors open at 9AM Absolutely Free Admission! Seating limited to theater capacity; tickets issued […] Find out more »
Regal Summer Movie Express: $1 Movies
Regal Summer Movie Express offers $1 movies again this summer – 2013! Locations (beginning June 18th) Each participating location is offering the Summer Movie Express on Tuesday and Wednesday each week at 10am during the summer months, beginning June 18, 2013 at Richmond area theaters listed below. Click here to check with theaters to confirm times, dates, […] Find out more » – Free
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 […] Find out more »
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 […] Find out more »
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 […] Find out more »
Come August, Come Freedom
Gigi Amateau – Join local author Gigi Amateau as she talks about her latest book, Come August, Come Freedom: The Bellows, the Gallows, and the Black General Gabriel. Find out more »
Teen Author Visit
Join Gigi Amateau! This fresh and funny adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale by Barbara Lennon will make you laugh out loud! The Tale of Snow White, using a fun frame story of a contemporary mom reading to her bickering children, is loaded with bright new faces and comedic twists! Great fun for the whole […] Find out more »
Thursday, August 1
bbgb drawing for Where’s Waldo?
bbgb,
3100 kensington ave, richmond,August 1st, make sure you dress the part and head to bbgb for the drawing and cake at 5 o’clock p.m. Find out more »
Snow White
This fresh and funny adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale by Barbara Lennon will make you laugh out loud! The Tale of Snow White, using a fun frame story of a contemporary mom reading to her bickering children, is loaded with bright new faces and comedic twists! Great fun for the whole family! 10-11 am […] Find out more »
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 […] Find out more »
Friday, August 2
Meet Nutzy at Regency Square
Meet Nutzy – bring your baseball shirt and equipment for an autograph.
Sales Tax FREE Days
August 2
Virginia Sales Tax Free shopping is August 2-4, 2013. Take advantage of savings. Click here for more details.
Snow White
This fresh and funny adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale by Barbara Lennon will make you laugh out loud! The Tale of Snow White, using a fun frame story of a contemporary mom reading to her bickering children, is loaded with bright new faces and comedic twists! Great fun for the whole family! 10-11 am […] Find out more »Find out more »
10th Anniversary Celebration at Goochland Library
Celebrate the library’s 10th anniversary with birthday cake and beverages provided by the Friends of the Goochland Library.FREE! 804-556-4774. Find out more »
Kids Fun Night
All Fired Up has a kids fun night! At any area location, kids create a project from wet clay and glaze a ceramic piece plus a pizza dinner is included. Register: 804-744-5506 or 804-355-3412. Find out more »
Free Movies in the Park
The annual series of free movies will be held every Friday night in a different park through August 16. The movies will begin at 8:30 p.m., or as soon as it’s dark, and families are invited to bring their own blankets or chairs and refreshments and enjoy the free PG-rated movies in the park. Vendors […] Find out more »
Saturday, August 3
Sales Tax FREE Days
August 3
Virginia Sales Tax Free shopping is August 2-4, 2013. Take advantage of savings. Click here for more details.
Free Admission to Children’s Museum of Richmond for Bank of America Cardholders
Visit the Bank of America website for information.
Fashion Show at Regency Square
August 3 – Fashion show at 1 p.m. Center Court. Check out all the latest and greatest trends for back-to-school. Enter-to-win Pat Benetar concert tickets and more!
Platero y Yo ( Platero and I)
The Big Latch On
August 3 – Get ready for the BIG Latch On during Breastfeeding Week. There are two local venues in the Richmond area this year:
- Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, 13710 St. Francis Boulevard, Midlothian, VA – August 3 at 9:45 a.m.
- Virginia State Capitol, 1000 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219 – Big Latch On RVA – August 3 at 9:45 a.m
Snow White
This fresh and funny adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale by Barbara Lennon will make you laugh out loud! The Tale of Snow White, using a fun frame story of a contemporary mom reading to her bickering children, is loaded with bright new faces and comedic twists! Great fun for the whole family! 10-11 am […] Find out more »
Family Fest at Chestefield Mall
Family Fest is a full day of FREE fun at the mall. Brought to you by Mainline Broadcasting – at Chesterfield Towne Center. Presented by 98.9 Liberty, 93.1 the Wolf and 107.3 Big Oldies Family Fest at Chesterfield Towne Center has something for family members of ALL ages! The day-long festival that […] Find out more »
Babar
The annual Summer Series program, sponsored by the Goddard School, returns to the Children’s Museum’s Central location on select Saturdays and will now be offered at the Chesterfield location on select Sundays in July and August! All Summer Series events are free with museum admission. Find out more »
Donuts and a Movie
Donuts & a Movie at 10:30 a.m. Location: Hanover Branch Library See a cool movie on the big screen and enjoy donuts provided the Hanover Branch Library Friends. Find out more »
Jazz & Food Festival
Saturday, August, 3, the 5th Annual St. Elizabeth Catholic Church Jazz & Food Festival blends traditional and contemporary jazz with delicious soulful cuisine in a family-oriented atmosphere.
Chilly Treat and Movie Party
Children: Saturday, August 3 11:00am West End Library – Chilly Treat and Movie Party. Once you finish the Summer Reading Program you will receive a ticket for our “cool” finale party. “Pop” on by and chill with us. Call 646-1877 for details. Find out more »
Back to School Party
Fun for family! Register to win a $100 Target gift card, learn all about exotic birds from Parrots of Paradise, moon bounces, and more. In conjunction with tax-free school shopping weekend. Find out more »
Sunday, August 4
Snow White
This fresh and funny adaptation of the Brothers Grimm tale by Barbara Lennon will make you laugh out loud! The Tale of Snow White, using a fun frame story of a contemporary mom reading to her bickering children, is loaded with bright new faces and comedic twists! Great fun for the whole family! 10-11 am […] Find out more
Free Admission to Children’s Museum of Richmond for Bank of America Cardholders
Visit the Bank of America website for information.
The Dudes at CMoR Chesterfield
Childrens Museum of Richmond (Chesterfield Location) Summertime with The Dudes – 11am & 1pm 6629 Lake Harbour Drive Midlothian VA 23112 Price: Free with Admission to Museum
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 […] Find out more »
Virginia Farmers Market Week
August 4-11
Farmers Markets, Richmond, Virginia,
Celebrate locally grown products and visit a Farmers Market this week. Help Patrick raise money for hungry families too!
Sales Tax FREE Days
August 4 – Virginia Sales Tax Free shopping is August 2-4, 2013. Take advantage of savings. Click here for more details.
Have an event to add to our calendar? Email us at christa@richmondmom.com! Don’t forget to check your Richmondmom.com Savvy Saver card for great savings at many local events and activities for kids and adults. Don’t have a card? No worries – download a copy here!
Visit our Richmond Summer Camps and Summer Fun 2013 links for a huge listing of camp options and things to do all summer long.
Now Through August
Fit4Moms is beginning a Mini Body Back session the week of July 8, 2013 for 4 weeks and another one in August for 4 weeks. They will resume the traditional 8 week sessions in the fall. You can register online and get more information regarding times and locations at www.richmond.fit4mom.com.
SUMMER KIDS CLUB every Thursday at 10am in Whole Foods Short Pump café. Just $3 per child. Kids do a fun craft and have a tasty snack. Craft will be hosted by the Children’s Museum of Richmond. Ages 3-8. Must pre-register. Call 364-4050.
Permanent Exhibit at the Science Museum
Boost! is OPEN, Signaling Beginning of Multi-Year Transformation for the Museum - Now Open! Celebrate with us as the Museum shares its biggest new, permanent exhibition in a decade and heralds the start of new, exciting things to come. Boost! challenges your perception of health and wellness in a way that is personalized and playful! Included with exhibit admission- $11 with $1 discounts for ages 4-12 and 60+. Free for members. Read our review here.
July 11 Through July 24, 2013
Arthur Ashe Birthday Celebration at the Science Museum of Virginia. Arthur Ashe Learning Center Inspirational Tour Arthur Ashe Birthday Celebration. Thursday, July 11-Wednesday, July 24, normal Museum hours Celebrate the 70th birthday of the late Arthur Ashe and discover the life and legacy of this Richmond native. The exhibit during Museum hours is free.
Now Through August 4
Brandon McKinney. Photo by Jay Paul
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of The Music Man at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre on Friday, June 28 with a Preview on June 27. The show runs through August 4, 2013. Read about it here.
Now Through August 18
SYMMETREES at The Science Museum of Virginia. Photographer and sculptor John Moser shares his unique view of fallen trees in Central Virginia forests by capturing their photos, then enhancing them so that the images take on a life of their own. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Now Through September 6
Flight of the Butterflies – The Science Museum of Virginia: Read our Real Richmond Review.Migrate with hundreds of millions of Monarch butterflies across North America! Discover the hideaway of these magnificent creatures – a secret that was unlocked after 40 years of research by Dr. Fred Urquhart. Immerse yourself in this compelling adventure as you find a super generation of butterflies who miraculously travel to a new and remote destination. Experience firsthand the beauty of the migration cycle of butterflies spanning not only thousands of miles but generations!
To The Arctic at The Science Museum of Virginia: Through September 6, 2013. Venture across floating ice with a mother polar bear and her two cubs as you take an extraordinary journey into the Arctic. Discover the constant struggle for survival as they face natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. Travel with a herd of caribou to their calving ground and plunge into the ethereal underwater world of waltzing walruses! Gaze across an exquisite spectacle of sapphire white as you see hundreds of miles of snow-bound peaks in this breath-taking film!
Hubble. 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. 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.
Now Through September 29
Robots + Us at The Science Museum. The Museum is open 9:30am-5pm on Memorial Day. What differentiates humans and robots? Explore what it means to be human by examining how lifelike machines emulate four major categories of human capabilities: moving, sensing, thinking and being. Take a closer look into robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering as you encounter interactive components, videos and much more! It’s here now through September 29, 2013!
Plan ahead: Opening July 12, 2013 Through August 1, 2013
Virginia Repertory Theatre celebrates the 60th anniversary of the founding of Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern with a production of Steel Magnolias featuring an all-star cast. Click here for more information.
ALL WEEK
Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and juice.
And don’t miss the annual Summer Series program, sponsored by the Goddard School, at the Children’s Museum’s Central location on select Saturdays – and it will now be offered at the Chesterfield location on select Sundays in July and August! All Summer Series events are free with museum admission.
Monday, July 8, 2013
Flying Squirrels Baseball Game at 12:05pm at The Diamond. Camp Day with $1 Hot Dogs.
Elements in Painting, Beginning Drawing and Creative Cultures. 1pm-4pm. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – Kids Programs.
“Dig into Reading!” with Magician Rob Wescott. Rob Wescott is an award-winning professional comedic magician. He features popular children’s books promoted through wonderful magic, puppetry, and audience participation. Goochland, Montpelier, Cochrane Rockville, and Mechanicsville Libraries. See website for times and details.
Puppet Show at Clover Hill Library. Meet shy dinosaurs, magic fish and musical mosquitos in a fast-paced show by The Fischer Sundae Puppets full of stories and songs. Register: 804-751-CCPL.
Tuesday, July 9
Short Pump Pals Clubhouse Meeting at 11:00 a.m. Short Pump Mall Food Court. Free – Play ball with NUTZY! Enjoy a Meet and Greet with Richmond Flying Squirrels mascot NUTZY and learn all about the Richmond Flying Squirrels’ family fun events! PLUS enter to win a family four pack of tickets to a Richmond Flying Squirrels game!
Is this Art? Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – Preschool Programs at 10:00 a.m.
Dig Into Crafts at West End Library. Make a slithery snake for free. 5420 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, VA.
The Flying Squirrels at 1:30pm – 2:00 pm at Ginter Park Library. Come meet Nutzy the Squirrel and Parker the Rally Pig. There will be a special reader for this story time for ages 4 -10. Free event. 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, VA.
Your Youngster and You at All Fired Up. At any area location, get the perfect print from your infant or toddler and turn it into a summer-themed flip flop keepsake plate. Registration required: 804-355-3412.
Ready for School or Ready for Life at 7pm. Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Rd, Midlothian, VA 23114 United States Help your child foster skills that encourage them to be curious, engaged, independent, able to solve problems and work well with others. This workshop will break down what real world benchmarks are at the ages/ stages from toddler to high school. Lead by Sarah McDowell, Head of School at Montessori Center for the Child.
Wednesday, July 10
Wine Down at the Wine Loft to Benefits CJSTUF! Help us raise money for CJSTUF and have fun doing it.
Mommy & Me and Daddies Too. 10am-11:30am at Willow Lawn Plaza. A free morning out with live entertainment and activities designed to enhance parents´ interaction with their children. Stop by and say hello to Richmondmom.com too. This month enjoy fun with Rocknoceros.
Arthur Ashe Birthday Celebration at the Science Museum of Virginia. Arthur Ashe Learning Center Inspirational Tour Arthur Ashe Birthday Celebration – 6:30-9 pm. Tickets required for evening preview.
Busytown at the West End Library at 10am. Meet some favorites from Richard Scarry’s Busytown. This program is for children age three to six with an adult. Registration is required: 804-646-1877.
Bilingual Story Time at Meadowdale Library at 6:30pm-7:15pm. Parents and children can enjoy this read-aloud English/Spanish that grows language and literacy skills, paving the way for school preparedness. Repeats each week. ( – free. 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond, VA.
Diggity Dudes – Kid Rock. 11am on the Ha’Penny Stage, Dogwood Dell Park, City of Richmond. A special free children’s series performance on the Ha’Penny Stage at the 57th Festival of the Arts at Dogwood Dell.
“Dig into Reading!” with Magician Rob Wescott. Rob Wescott is an award-winning professional comedic magician. He features popular children’s books promoted through wonderful magic, puppetry, and audience participation. Hanover, Atlee, and Ashland Library. Visit website for times and details.
The Food Truck at Chesterfield Town Center. 6pm – 9pm.
Thursday, July 11
Slurpee Day at 7-11. Commemorate 7-Eleven’s 85th birthday with a free 7.11 ounce Slurpee between 11am and 7pm. Download the music and create your own Slurpee Dance to share with the world too!
SUMMER KIDS CLUB every Thursday at 10am in Whole Foods Short Pump café. Just $3 per child. Kids do a fun craft and have a tasty snack. Craft will be hosted by the Children’s Museum of Richmond. Ages 3-8. Must pre-register. Call 364-4050.
Annie the Musical at Central Library, 9501 Lori Road, Chesterfield, VA. 6:30pm-7:30pm. Can feisty little Annie escape her hard knock life in evil Miss Hannigan’s orphanage? Bring your camera for a meet and greet with the cast after the show. Register: 804-751-CCPL. (Free)
Just Duct Tape It! at Ashland Library, 201 S. Railroad Avenue, Ashland. 6-7pm. Ashland Library, 201 S. Railroad Ave., Ashland, VA 23005 6:00 p.m. Just Duct Tape It! Ages 11 & up. Make a cool craft out of duct tape. Snacks provided by the Friends of the Ashland Library. (804) 798-4072
Barnes & Noble Children’s Storytime. 10:30am. Barnes & Noble Store in Short Pump, 11640 W. Broad Street. For information call 804-360-0103.
Friday, July 12
Chick-Fil-A Cow Appreciation Day. Chick-fil-A will award a FREE Meal (breakfast, lunch or dinner) to any customer who comes to one of their 1,700+ restaurants fully dressed as a cow. Wear a partial costume and get a free entrée.
YUMMYFUN Workshop and Ice Cream at CMoR at 2pm. The FREE event is scheduled for Friday, July 12th, 2013 from 2pm – 3:30 pm. Breyers will sponsor the “YummyFun Workshop” at the Children’s Museum of Richmond. Clare will demo some of her most unique recipes for families.
Yard Sale to Benefit CARITAS. 10am-3pm. CARITAS Furniture Bank, 1125 E. Commerce Road Richmond, VA. Home furnishings, china cabinets, office furniture, collectibles, arts, frames, and more. All proceeds benefit CARITAS.
Build a Terrarium at Midlothian Library, 529 Coalfield Road, Midlothian, VA. 11am-noon. Free – Gardening experts from The Great Big Greenhouse will guide you and your family in this hands-on DIY project. Registration required: 804-751-CCPL.
Free Friday Morning Movie at Goochland Library. 10am-11:30am. 3075 River Road, Goochland, VA. Can feisty little Annie escape her hard knock life in evil Miss Hannigan’s orphanage? Bring your camera for a meet and greet with the cast after the show. Register: 804-751-CCPL.
Free Friday Family Fun at Cochrane Rockville Library, 16600 Pouncey Tract Road, Rockville, VA. 1pm. Friday Film Festival – See a great family movie on the big screen. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Rockville Library. (804) 749-3146.
“Dig into Reading!” with Magician Rob Wescott. Rob Wescott is an award-winning professional comedic magician. He features popular children’s books promoted through wonderful magic, puppetry, and audience participation. King & Queen, Upper King William, and West Point Libraries. Check website for times.
Jazz Concert 8pm 9pm. Byrd Park – Dogwood Dell, 6000 South Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220. Smooth jazz by David Esleck on the main stage.
Saturday, July 13
Annual Hanover Tomato Festival – 9am-4pm. Pole Green Park, Mechanicsville, Virginia. Take home original Hanover Tomatoes, purchase crafts from area artisans, obtain information on products and services from local businesses, enjoy entertainment and free children’s activities and games.
Yard Sale to Benefit CARITAS. 9am-1pm. CARITAS Furniture Bank, 1125 E. Commerce Road Richmond, VA. Home furnishings, china cabinets, office furniture, collectibles, arts, frames, and more. All proceeds benefit CARITAS.
Clean Air &Community Wellness Fair in RVA. 11am-3pm. Food, health information, screenings, and more.
Glam Party at Deep Run Park and Recreation Center (9900 Ridgefield Pkway, Richmond). Ages 4 – 6 and their moms will have a glitz and glam manicure with posh polish. Register: 804-501-7275.
Curious George Film Fest at Chester Library. 10:30am-4pm. George’s curiosity gets him into a series of predicaments in this endearing big-screen adaptation of the beloved books by Margaret and H.A. Rey. Additional screenings at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. 11800 Centre Street, Chester, VA.
Down on the Farm Day at CMoR Central – Come on down to the farm! Make fun farm-themed projects, meet Miss Virginia, visit with a real live cow and baby calf and more. Free with museum admission.
Paws to R.E.A.D. at LaPrade Library at 10am-11:30am. 9000 Hull Street Road, Richmond. VA. Research shows that children who have difficulty reading in front of teachers, parents or peers feel comfortable reading to a dog. Register at the library or call 804-768-7941.
Twilight Paddle at Pocahontas State Park. 7pm-9pm. Canoe trip for families with children ages 6 and up. All equipment is provided. Register: 804-796-4255.
Sunset Paddle at Dutch Gap Conservation Area – 251 Henricus Park Road, Chesterfield, VA. 5:30pm. Paddle and float during the evening hours, observe wildlife and see the sunset and the moonrise. Ages 10 and up, all equipment is provided. 804-318-8735.
Jammin’ on the James at the Wilton House Museum. 6pm-8pm. Bring a picnic dinner for family-friendly jazz music on the scenic grass terrace. Enjoy walk-through tours of Wilton as well as face painting, games, and crafts for the kid
James River Splash and Dash at Belle Isle. 5pm-7pm. The James River Splash and Dash is a competitive race and flat water tube event. Participants run a trail course, grab a tube, paddle (with their hands) across a stretch of the James, and run their tube to the finish line. After the race, JRA hosts an after party! The Richmond event is located near Belle Isle with the after party located at Historic Tredegar.
Toy Story Pizza Planet Truck. Local Lowes Stores at 10:00 a.m. – The Pizza Planet Truck from Disney∙Pixar’s Toy Story has arrived! Bring your child to Lowe’s to build the iconic truck from the Toy Story films. Registration required. 10am.
Sunday, July 14
Down on the Farm Day at CMoR Chesterfield – Come on down to the farm! Make fun farm-themed projects, meet Miss Virginia, visit with a real live cow and baby calf and more. Free with museum admission.
Reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention.
Toy Story Pizza Planet Truck. Local Lowes Stores at 10:00 a.m. – The Pizza Planet Truck from Disney∙Pixar’s Toy Story has arrived! Bring your child to Lowe’s to build the iconic truck from the Toy Story films. Registration required. 2pm.
Clowning Around with Shakespeare. 4pm – A special children’s series performance on the Ha’Penny Stage at the 57th Festival of the Arts at Dogwood Dell.
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Permanent Exhibit at the Science Museum
Boost! Opens, Signaling Beginning of Multi-Year Transformation for the Museum - Now Open! Celebrate with us as the Museum shares its biggest new, permanent exhibition in a decade and heralds the start of new, exciting things to come. Boost! challenges your perception of health and wellness in a way that is personalized and playful! Included with exhibit admission- $11 with $1 discounts for ages 4-12 and 60+. Free for members. Read our review here.
Now Through August 4
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of The Music Man at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre on Friday, June 28 with a Preview on June 27. The show runs through August 4, 2013. Read about it here.
Now Through August 18
SYMMETREES at The Science Museum of Virginia. Photographer and sculptor John Moser shares his unique view of fallen trees in Central Virginia forests by capturing their photos, then enhancing them so that the images take on a life of their own. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Now Through September 6
Flight of the Butterflies – The Science Museum of Virginia: Read our Real Richmond Review.Migrate with hundreds of millions of Monarch butterflies across North America! Discover the hideaway of these magnificent creatures – a secret that was unlocked after 40 years of research by Dr. Fred Urquhart. Immerse yourself in this compelling adventure as you find a super generation of butterflies who miraculously travel to a new and remote destination. Experience firsthand the beauty of the migration cycle of butterflies spanning not only thousands of miles but generations!
To The Arctic at The Science Museum of Virginia: Through September 6, 2013. Venture across floating ice with a mother polar bear and her two cubs as you take an extraordinary journey into the Arctic. Discover the constant struggle for survival as they face natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. Travel with a herd of caribou to their calving ground and plunge into the ethereal underwater world of waltzing walruses! Gaze across an exquisite spectacle of sapphire white as you see hundreds of miles of snow-bound peaks in this breath-taking film!
Hubble. 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. 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.
Now Through September 29
Robots + Us at The Science Museum. The Museum is open 9:30am-5pm on Memorial Day. What differentiates humans and robots? Explore what it means to be human by examining how lifelike machines emulate four major categories of human capabilities: moving, sensing, thinking and being. Take a closer look into robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering as you encounter interactive components, videos and much more! It’s here now through September 29, 2013!
Plan ahead: Opening July 12, 2013 Through August 1, 2013
Virginia Repertory Theatre celebrates the 60th anniversary of the founding of Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern with a production of Steel Magnolias featuring an all-star cast. Click here for more information.
ALL WEEK
Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and juice.
Monday, July 1, 2013
Free morning movie at Atlee. Atlee Library, 9161 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 – 10:30 a.m. Popcorn & drinks provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. (804) 559-0654
Tuesday, July 2
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club. Crafts, games and story time. Free fun for parents and kids.
Summer Movie Express. Each Tuesday and Wednesday for nine weeks, G and PG movies will be shown for $1. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Will Rogers Foundation.
Summer Film Series. Free each Tuesday and Wednesday through August 21, family-friendly movies will be shown. Seating is limited, doors open at 9:00 a.m.
Dig into Crafts at West End Library. Create a fun dinosaur for free. 5420 Patterson Avenue, Richmond. 3-4pm.
Movie and Pizza Night at Cochrane Rockville Library at 5:30pm. Cochrane Rockville Library, 16600 Pouncey Tract Road, Rockville, VA 23146 5:30 p.m. “Beneath the Surface” Movie & Pizza Night Ages 11 & up. See a great movie about an unexpected journey with your friends. Pizza provided by the Friends of the Rockville Library. (804) 749-3146
Maymont Park Summer Season Tour. Guided tours on the half-hour show how summer heat affected adaptations at home, fashion, and travel 100 years ago. Learn details of Swannanoa, the Dooley’ summer retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Repeats Tuesday – Sunday each week.
Wednesday, July 3
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.
Summer Movie Express. Each Tuesday and Wednesday for nine weeks, G and PG movies will be shown for $1. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Will Rogers Foundation.
Summer Film Series. Free each Tuesday and Wednesday through August 21, family-friendly movies will be shown. Seating is limited, doors open at 9:00 a.m.
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 based on weather permitting. Check the mall’s Facebook every Wednesday at 3 p.m. to confirm the night’s event.
Genworth Independence Day Celebration. Join Genworth on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 to celebrate freedom with the Heritage of America Band. The concert will begin at 6:30pm at Genworth Financial’s World Headquarters located at 6620 West Broad Street. The concert will be immediately followed by our 7th annual fireworks display. Children and adults of all ages are welcome, but please, leave your pets at home. We will have face painting, balloons, giveaways, food vendors and much more.
RVA Fireworks on the James. RVA Fireworks on the James is a FREE “Patriotic Family Fun” event that will feature performances by SPARC (School of Performing Arts in the Richmond Community), the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra and the Richmond Ballet’s “Minds in Motion.” Food Vendors will be on Brown’s Island and the public is invited to bring a picnic (alcohol and pets not permitted) and a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy music. In case of rain, event is July 5th.
Bilingual Story Time. 6:30pm-7:15 pm. Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond. Parents and children can enjoy this read-aloud English/Spanish that grows language and literacy skills, paving the way for school preparedness.
Maymont Park Summer Season Tour. Guided tours on the half-hour show how summer heat affected adaptations at home, fashion, and travel 100 years ago. Learn details of Swannanoa, the Dooley’ summer retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Repeats Tuesday – Sunday each week.
Lewis Ginter Drop in and Dig. 1-3pm. Families are invited to drop-in and participate in simple, easy to learn gardening tasks under the guidance of Children’s Garden staff and volunteers.
Thursday, July 4
Happy Birthday America!
Click here for a complete listing of July 4th celebrations, fireworks, and more!
The Flying Squirrels July 4 celebration and game. Celebrate Independence Day at The Diamond and enjoy one of our 24 Firework Extravaganza following the conclusion of the game.
Friday, July 5
Busytown at Virginia Rep. Virginia Rep is thrilled to offer donuts from Dixie Donuts as special treats before and after the show.
Kids Fun Night at All Fired Up from 6-8pm. Kids create fun projects and dinner is included. Call 804.744.5506 to register.
Broad Rock Sports Complex Movies in the Park. 8pm-10pm. Bring food, a blanket, and a chair and enjoy the movie beginning at dark. Paranorman showing on July 5. Call 804.646.5733 with questions.
The Flying Squirrels vs. Akron. Enjoy one of our 24 Firework Extravaganza following the conclusion of the game. Patriotic Jersey auction benefits Special Olympics of Virginia.
Free Friday Morning Movie at Goochland Library, 3075 River Road West, Goochland, VA 10:00 a.m. Friday Morning Movie See a great kids’ movie on the big screen every Friday in July, beginning July 5. Popcorn provided by the Friends of the Goochland Library.
Henrico Theatre $1 showing of Shrek. 305 E. Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA.
All American Celebration at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Free admission all day, celebration is from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Guests are invited to wear red, white and blue and bring wagons and strollers to decorate for a parade. Enjoy music, water play and fun activities in the Children’s Garden.
Saturday, July 6
The Flying Squirrels. Enjoy one of our 24 Firework Extravaganza following the conclusion of the game.
Henrico Theatre $1 showing of Shrek. 305 E. Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA.
Maymont Glow Run. Non-timed, 3-mile run/walk for families and people of all ages. You can enjoy glow sticks, laid-back fun and the beauty of the Maymont surroundings. There will be a DJ and party afterwards! Children 7 and under are free. The party starts at 7pm and the race begins at 8pm with prizes and lots of fun. Proceeds benefit Maymont.
Storytime with Arthur at Barnes & Noble. 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Chesterfield Towne Center. Join us for a special Storytime with Arthur! We will have stories about Arthur and all of his friends as well as snacks, crafts and a visit from our anteater friend!
Powhatan State Park Grand Opening from 10am-5pm. Visit Virginia’s newest state park along the banks of the historic James River. Activities all day, and a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 2:00 p.m. 800-933-PARK. It’s all free.
PIE WALK & Pie Tasting at Whole Foods. Enjoy pie fun from 11am-1pm at Whole Foods in Short Pump. It’s just like a cake walk but with pies and so fun!
Sunday, July 7
Flying Squirrels Mascot Innertube Giveaway. The Flying Squirrels are back at home versus Akron. Squirrel Tails Kids Club members eat free on Sunday. Presented by Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU & 98.9 Liberty
Free Puppet Show at Byrd Park – Dogwood Dell. 4pm-5pm at the Ha’Penny Stage Applause Unlimited will be staging a puppet show of a Hans Christian Andersen story.
Open Studio Sundays from 1pm-4pm. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – Free Family Programs.
Dogwood Dell Concert with classic rock from My Uncle’s Old Army Buddies on the main state. Free event. 6000 south Boulevard, Richmond.
Colonial Down Family and Friends Day from 1pm-5pm. Discounted admission with online coupon, includes four track admissions, race programs, coloring books, tip sheets, four hot dogs, four soft drinks and exclusive prize drawing entries. Repeats each Sunday.
Please visit websites or call to confirm dates and times of events – they may change after posting here.
Yay! It’s finally summer and school is out! Enjoy our great list of fun events this week.
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Visit our Richmond Summer Camps and Summer Fun 2013 links for a huge listing of camp options and things to do all summer long.
Be sure and watch our website this week to vote for your favorite nominee to win thousands of dollars in prizes in our Dream Baby Shower.
Now Through August 18
SYMMETREES at The Science Museum of Virginia. Photographer and sculptor John Moser shares his unique view of fallen trees in Central Virginia forests by capturing their photos, then enhancing them so that the images take on a life of their own. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Now Through September 6
Flight of the Butterflies – The Science Museum of Virginia: Read our Real Richmond Review.Migrate with hundreds of millions of Monarch butterflies across North America! Discover the hideaway of these magnificent creatures – a secret that was unlocked after 40 years of research by Dr. Fred Urquhart. Immerse yourself in this compelling adventure as you find a super generation of butterflies who miraculously travel to a new and remote destination. Experience firsthand the beauty of the migration cycle of butterflies spanning not only thousands of miles but generations!
To The Arctic at The Science Museum of Virginia: Through September 6, 2013. Venture across floating ice with a mother polar bear and her two cubs as you take an extraordinary journey into the Arctic. Discover the constant struggle for survival as they face natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. Travel with a herd of caribou to their calving ground and plunge into the ethereal underwater world of waltzing walruses! Gaze across an exquisite spectacle of sapphire white as you see hundreds of miles of snow-bound peaks in this breath-taking film!
Now Through September 29
Robots + Us at The Science Museum. The Museum is open 9:30am-5pm on Memorial Day. What differentiates humans and robots? Explore what it means to be human by examining how lifelike machines emulate four major categories of human capabilities: moving, sensing, thinking and being. Take a closer look into robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering as you encounter interactive components, videos and much more! It’s here now through September 29, 2013! And BOOST! opens this weekend so don’t miss it!
ALL WEEK
Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and juice.
Monday, June 17, 2013
Henrico County Public Library – Musical Fun with the Diggity Dudes. Visit websites below for location/directions.
Brave at Westover Hills Branch Library at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 18
International Sushi Day- learn to make sushi from the pros and enjoy your labor. Please call to register at 646-4768 Main Library 3:30pm.
World’s Largest Swimming Lesson at Water Country Williamsburg. Must be at event sight before 11am to register. Event begins at 11am. Be a part of the Worlds Largest Swimming Lesson and set the biggest Guinness World Record yet all while helping send the vital message Swimming Lessons Save Lives to millions of kids and adults around the globe!
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club. Crafts, games and story time. Free fun for parents and kids.
Welcome to the 2013 Regal Summer Movie Express! Below is a list of participating locations and start dates. Each location will host the Summer Movie Express on Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10am for nine weeks. Admission is $1 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute. Regal Summer Movie Express offers $1 movies again this summer – 2013!
Movie Time and Free Popcorn at Ginter Park Library.
Richmond Main Public Library – Girls of Summer- Reading List- Local authors Meg Medina and Gigi Amateau launch their Girls of Summer Reading List. Other authors will be there too! Great book talks, meet authors, FREE ice cream and drinks, BOOK GIVEAWAYS, and more. It is AWESOME!
Wood Family Fun – Dig In – Dig This Picnic. 6:30pm. Kick-off the summer with a family-style feast of fried chicken and fixings and toe-tappin’ tunes by the Hanover Concert Band. Celebrate the joy of reading and sign up for the Summer Reading Program and have your face painted, too. Lawn chairs & blankets welcome. (Free). 16600 Pouncey Tract Rd, Rockville, VA 23146.
Wednesday, June 19
Regal Summer Movie Express offers $1 movies again this summer – 2013!
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 immortal “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech. 1:00 pm Doors open, seating is on first come, first serve basis 1:30 pm Music program 2:00.
Welcome Summer Concert at Saint James Episcopal Church, 1200 West Frankln, Richmond.
Backyard Makeover and Baseball Game at The Diamond starting at 5:30pm – 10pm. Backyard Makeover Giveaway presented by Valpack & 1140 WRVA. Game time is 6:35pm, gates open at 5:35pm.
RVA Food Trucks at Chesterfield Towne Center 6pm-9pm.
COTU Food Truck Court. Have your favorite COTU brew along with a choice of 5-8 different food truck vendors all while enjoying the new outdoor beer garden at the brewery! Every Wednesday, COTU invites the community to enjoy some great local food, beer, and friends.
The Armour House & Gardens. Ages 4 – 6 will join Alice for a magical story, craft and garden party. Register: 804-501-7275.
Lunch Break Science at the Museum. Free. The Eastern Front 1941-45. 12noon-1pm. Mechanized Warfare through the Eyes of a German Panzer Officer.Presented by Winidore Press Author and Editor Stephen Thomas Previtera.
Thursday, June 20
Barnes & Noble Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Join us each Thursday for our Children’s Storytime. On the fourth Thursday of each month, we’ll have a special visit from Seymour and the Children’s Museum.
Summer Sounds at Stony Point Fashion Park. Thursday, June 20, 2013 Ron & Gary (Classic Rock & Beach) – it’s FREE!
Hanover ARC Night at the Flying Squirrels. Please join Hanover Arc on June 20, 2013 for a great night of baseball, fireworks and tie dye with the Flying Squirrels. Purchase tickets in advance for $7 each. Checks Payable to Hanover Arc, POB 91, Ashland, VA 23005.
70’s Music Night and Flying Squirrels Baseball at The Diamond. Starts at 5:35pm – 10pm. 70’s Music Night, Tie-Dye Jersey Auction & Fireworks presented by Coventry, Ford & Big Oldies. Game time is 6:35pm, gates open at 5:35pm.
On Stage at Maymont: Johnny Hott’s Piedmont Souprize! 6pm. Enjoy a free performance by Johnny Hott’s Piedmont Souprize. Funding for On Stage performances provided by The E. Rhodes & Leona B. Carpenter Foundation.
Greater Richmond SCAN. Training designed to educate you about child sexual abuse and empower you to help prevent it. Appropriate for parents, coaches, teachers and community members. Register: 804-257-7226.
Wellness in Bloom: An Evening for the Community and Fan Free Clinic. Fan Free Clinic will explore the connection between health, the community and gardens during Wellness in Bloom, Thursday, June 20 at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Keynote speaker Frank Robinson, CEO and president of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, will speak about the healing power of gardens in communities. $50. Phone: 804.358.6343, ext. 110. Email for information and tickets: pfoster@fanfreeclinic.ord.
National Recording Artist Sister Hazel is kicking off off the 10th Annual Summer Concert Series at Short Pump Town Center, Thursday, June 20th from 6 – 8PM in the Main Plaza. The 10th Annual Summer Concert Series, presented by Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian and David R. McGeorge Car Company, takes place every Thursday night, June 20 through August 22 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m, in the Main Plaza. Families are invited to enjoy FREE live music performed by a variety of national, regional and local artists.Visit the website for more information and concert lineup.
Summer Reading Kickoff at West End Public Library 11am-noon. Celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Program with a carnival. Join in the fun activities, food and surprises. Please sign up at the circulation desk or call 804-646-1877. It’s free.
Icebreaker Games at the Goochland Library, 3075 River Road W. Kids 11 and up. Bring a friend and make new ones at this fun summer program. Pizza and treats provided by the Friends of the Goochland Library.
Full Moon Paddle at Pony Pasture, 7200 Riverside Drive, Richmond. 6pm-10pm. Take a paddle down the James and see the full moon rise. Minimum age is 15, equipment is provided. Register: 804-748-1623. Join us on this evening whitewater kayak trip down the James River, in either Sit-on-Top or whitewater kayaks, as the nearly full moon rises in front of us! Previous river paddling experience is required. Minimum age is 15. Swimming ability is required. Completion of a two-day, Beginner Whitewater Kayak class is required if using a whitewater kayak.
Friday, June 21
Summer Sounds at Stony Point Fashion Park. Friday, June 21, 2013 Special Edition (Motown, Oldies, Soul, Top 40).
Reflections Big Band at Dogwood Dell, Richmond. 8pm. It’s FREE!
Target Family Night is back by popular demand. Bring the whole family to enjoy what The Children’s Museum has to offer from 5:00-7:30pm on the third Friday of every month for just $1 per person! Click here for more information and to confirm offer is still valid as some months may change.
LiveSky: Is There Anybody Out There? After running out of options here scientists are looking into the cosmos for signs of intelligent life! Join us as we look into the probability of success in conducting this gigantic search. At 9 pm, weather permitting, members of the Richmond Astronomical Society share their telescopes so you can gaze up into the vastness of space! LiveSky is $5, free for members.
Barnes & Noble welcomes the Cat in the Hat in the Children’s Department at 7pm. Costume Character – Parents, be sure to bring your camera to get a picture of your little one with the Cat in the Hat! Friday June 21, 2013 7:00 PM.
Saturday, June 22
Lowe’s Monster Growers University. It’s going to be a monster summer at Lowe’s! Bring your child to Lowe’s this Saturday and they can build these awesome Mike and Sulley Scarers inspired by Disney•Pixar’s upcoming release Monsters University! 10am at Lowe’s.
Sunshine 5k Run/Walk in White Bank Park, 400 White Bank Road, Colonial Heights. 8am.
Boost! Opens. Signaling Beginning of Multi-Year Transformation for the Museum. Opening Day: Saturday, June 22. Celebrate with us as the Museum opens its biggest new, permanent exhibition in a decade and heralds the start of new, exciting things to come. Boost! challenges your perception of health and wellness in a way that is personalized and playful! Included with exhibit admission, free for members.
Spring N2 Summer! Check out exciting live science demonstrations and grab a cone of everyone’s favorite summer treat – ice cream! With everything from robots to live performances, Spring N2 Summer has something for everyone in the family. Included with general admission, free for members.
Virginia Summer Solstice Wine Festival in Amherst, VA. Wine, face painting, food, petting zoo, arts, and crafts.
Jack & Abby Race – Bring the entire family out to support families with babies in the Bon Secours Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) by participating in a 5K Run/Walk/Stroller and 1/2 Mile Kids Fun Run. Jack and Abby Smith would have celebrated their 4th birthdays this June.
RVA Streets Alive – Free and open to everyone! Inspired by open streets projects all over the world, this event is about closing streets to cars and opening them to the public to create a whole new healthy, sustainable and vibrant city street experience. Open to everyone to do what they wish – run, walk, bike, roller blade and more. Make sure to check out the vendors lining the streets with free activities for the entire family.
American Civil War Center at Tredegar. The war saw nursing go from an all male profession to one populated by ladies determined to show their patriotism and aid the thousands of wounded soldiers. Join a costumed interpreter for this interactive gallery tour and examine the accomplishments of women in nursing and medicine during the American Civil War.
American Family Fitness Celebrates Summer with Family Fun Day. Zumba, kick-boxing demos, moon bounce, food, games, and more.
Mr. MooPoo. America’s favorite teddy bear Mr. Moopoo, star of the book You Me and Mr. Moopoo Makes Three, is back in the second book by author/illustrator Beth Herman, Mr. Moopoo in the Kitchen. She and Mr. Moopoo will be at Chop Suey Books in Carytown on June 22 at 2 p.m to read from her new book and sign copies. Bring parents, grandparents, and of course the kids to enjoy the fun!
ShamROCK ‘N’ ROLL. 7pm. Cosby HS Auditorium. Enjoy an evening of Irish dancing by the Heart of Ireland students as they share the achievements of the year at their 1st annual recital. Tickets $10 – adults/$8 – children 4-11 and seniors. Available in advance or at the door. General seating. For more information, contact Heart of Ireland School of Dance at 464-8190 or info@heartofirelandschool.com.
Midlothian Mines Farmers Market. The Midlothian Market is located in the parking lot behind Midlothian Urban Farmhouse and features many of the farms and food trucks featured at the South of the James Farmer’s Market.
American Red Cross BabySitter’s Training. This interactive course prepares you to become a great babysitter – and shows parents you take this responsibility seriously. Learn how to respond to emergencies, make decisions under pressure, communicate effectively with parents, recognize safety and hygiene issues, feed, diaper, and care for infants, start your own babysitting business, and much more! Perfect for ages 11 to 15.
Great American Backyard Campout at Pocahontas State Park. Have a night of camping under the stars. There will be plenty to keep kids of all ages busy during the overnight adventure. Featuring Old Dominion Iron Chefs cooking demonstration using cast iron and Dutch ovens, live music from the Bee Flats, and the Crewe Astronomy Club will bring their telescopes. Reserve a camping spot: 804-796-4255.
Donuts for Dad. 10am-11am at Ashland Library, 201 S. Railroad Avenue, Ashland, VA. Donuts for dad, muffins for mom, and summer reading for all.
Hockey Fights Hunger at SkateNation Plus, in Glen Allen, VA. On Saturday JUNE 22nd, 2013 at 6:30 PM, Hockey Fights Hunger will host the “Hockey Fights Hunger” charity fundraising hockey game. Proceeds from the game, including tickets, sponsorship, auction and raffle sales go to helping to feed those in need. This year’s Hockey Fights Hunger Game will feature hockey players from all over the US and Canada. Many NHL Alumni are scheduled to appear including winners of the Stanley Cup and NHL Hall of Fame members. 4350 Pouncey Tract Road, Glen Allen.
Sunday, June 23
Lowe’s Monster Growers University. It’s going to be a monster summer at Lowe’s! Bring your child to Lowe’s this Saturday and they can build these awesome Mike and Sulley Scarers inspired by Disney•Pixar’s upcoming release Monsters University! 2pm at Lowe’s.
Summer Sounds at Stony Point Fashion Park. Sunday, June 23, 2013 Deuce (Oldies, Rock & Pop).
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