It’s the weekend – Get ready for some fun!
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Friday, June 17, 2011
Summer Artventure at the Visual Arts Center, with hands-on experience and tons of fun for kids.
Richmond Flying Squirrels at the Diamond at 7:00 p.m against Bowie Baysox. Tons of fun!
Jonathan the Juggler at 2:30 p.m.; Historic Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Road, Highland Springs, VA – with fun for all ages. Jonathan will juggle it all.
Tom Sawyer - Mark Twain’s classic story in music at Collegiate School. Visit website for times, costs and details. June 17, 18 and 19.
Children’s Museum of Richmond – Central location only – Target $1 Family Night! Come and enjoy fun from 5:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Kick for the Cure Night: The Richmond Kickers vs. Harrisburg City Islanders - 7:00 p.m. at the City Stadium, Richmond. Kickers team up with HCA VA to host Kick for the Cure Night – Kickers pro players will wear custom pink jerseys for the match to benefit Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research.
Relay Foods Truck at CMoR Central – Relay reconnects food shoppers with vendors who know their food – Visit the Relay Foods Truck in the parking lot from 3-7 p.m. every Friday and teach children where food really comes from. Click to learn more.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens Family Workshops – a series of 7 workshops designed for families with children ages 4 to 10 – learn how nature works. Great fun. 10:00 a.m. each Friday morning.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
World Beer Festival – CANCELLED!
June Bloom Festival 11: a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Rainbow Station at Hanover, Mechanicsville, VA – family friendly festival with local arts and crafts vendors, musical acts and local food vendors. Games and activities and special appearance by the Richmond Squirrel’s Nutzy who will be there to share the fun! FREE admission!
Tom Sawyer - Mark Twain’s classic story in music at Collegiate School. Visit website for times, costs and details. June 17, 18 and 19.
You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown – Great fun with lighthearted musical of our favorite character from the Peanuts gang. It’s at 7:00 p.m. June 17-June 25 at the Firehouse Theatre. Visit website for more dates and times.
Spring N2 Summer at the Science Museum of Virginia – plenty of fun included with exhibit admission. Warm weather activities, green ideas, and visits to the new Crabitat, ncluding water balloons, a quick hop on a train car, or explore asteroids — and enjoy delicious ice cream with Bruster’s!
Civil War on the James – tour with stories about confederate troops, construction of the Department’s Deep Bottom Boat Landing, and more.
Army Birthday Celebration at Virginia War Memorial from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – celebrate the Army’s Birthday and Flag Day – interactive games with recruiters, military vehicles, re-enactors, ceremonies, music, food for purchase – information booths, authors and historians. FREE and family friendly with free parking.
Chesterfield Summer Reading Carnival – Join lots of fun with the Second Annual Summer Reading Carnival that is a FREE family-friendly event with free food, gbounces, face painting, magicians, balloons, pets, firetrucks, and lots more. Nutsy the Flying Squirrel will be on hand for the fun. Located at Central Libraray on 9501 Lori Road in Chesterfield, VA. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more information call 804-768-7941.
eMommie HUGE warehouse sale and lots of fun for moms and kids. Early bird special for moms arriving before 1:00 p.m. with extra discounts. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. – June 18 and 19, 2011.
Rain Barrel Workshop – 10 a.m. to noon – assemble your own at the Science Museum of Virginia. Learn all about rain barrels and enjoy hands-on activities.
Central Virginia Wine Festival at Snag-a-Job Pavilion in Innsbrook with live music by Ron Moody and the Centaurs, and guests Phat Cat and Houston Scott Band. Gates open noon – event is noon to 6:00 p.m. All ages welcome. 20 and under are FREE!
Vegetarian Festival at Azalea Gardens in Bryan Park (4308 Hermitage Road) – Free admission and lots of food, music, speakers, nonprofits, local businesses and family-friendly fun. Help feral cats in our area by bringing a donation to the festival. Leashed, vaccinated dogs are welcome.
RVA River Jam – A New Age Summer Concert Series with food and beverages available. Located on the Canal Walk.
Juneteenth Spectacular at Henrico Theatre (Free), from 7-10 p.m. – celebrate the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of African American freedom.
Sunday, June 19, 2011
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY to all you incredible, awesome dads! Make it a special day!!
Father’s Day in the Gardens at Lewis Ginter - 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. FREE for members; Children are $7 and adults $10. Concert by the Jangling Reinharts, classic cars in the Garden and lots of children’s activities with mosaic paper necktie crafts and more.
Father’s Day Buffet at Bloemendaal House with hot dogs, hamburgers, Carolina pork BBQ, slaw, potato salad, fresh fruit, cookies, brownies, lemonade and water. Beer, soft drinks and wine available too!
Tom Sawyer - Mark Twain’s classic story in music at Collegiate School. Visit website for times, costs and details. June 17, 18 and 19.
eMommie HUGE warehouse sale and lots of fun for moms and kids. Early bird special for moms arriving before 1:00 p.m. with extra discounts. Event is 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. – June 19, 2011.
Behind the Scenes at Maymont Park – a special look at the inner workings of the Maymont Nature Center. Hands-on fun for all ages. (Parties of 5 or more please register in advance).
Music in Forest Hill Park – Reggae - 6-8 p.m.; enjoy live music – get ready to boogie!
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social - enjoy Father’s Day with an ice cream treat and enjoy one of Richmond’s best bands too. Bruster’s provides delicious ice cream, tour the hisotrical house and grounds and play games with the family. Ice cream is available while supplies last so get there early. 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Walkerton Tavern, 2892 Mountain Road, Henrico, VA 23230. Call 804.261.6898 with questions.
