Richmond weekends rock!
Get ready to rock Richmond! This weekend is filled with plenty of family-friendly events — and some “mom only” ones too!
Friday, June 24, 2011
Summer Artventure continues at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond with hands-on experience through August 26, 2011. One-week classes for ages 6-16 working with professional artists teaching new skills and encouraging individual expression. Morning and afternoon classes. Visit website for more.
Good Green Fun at Lewis Ginter – Activities related to nature, the Chesapeake Bay watershed, and Virginia’s environment.
Take the Drive to Make the Drive – a golf tournament to benefit The Children’s Book Bank of Virginia at Rivanna Golf Club near Charlottesville.. Lots of fun!
Fridays at Sunset – International Music Festival with jazz, R&B, soul, funk, go-go, hip-hop and neo-soul music.
Who’s Awake? – Visit Maymont and see!
Powhatan’s 4th Friday! 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. bring your TGIF attitudes, kids, friends and join Bill Bevins from Lite 98 along with musical guest The Wrest. Click here for more information.
Kid Quest – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00p.m.; Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens; 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. New edition printed every two months. Free with Garden Admission.
Summer Series Wine Tasting - 5:00 p.m. at The Barrel Thief Wine Shop & Cafe. Learn about what you’re drinking and have fun.
American Turning Point: The Civil War in Virginia – - Relates the personal experiences of the free and enslaved men, women and children of wartime Virginia. Reflects on freedom, liberty, patriotism, and our nation today. Virginia Historical Society, 428 N. Blvd., Richmond, VA 23220. Visit website for more details.
Fridays on the Patio - 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm; “A Good Natured Riot” entertains at James River Cellars Winery in Glen Allen, VA. SPCA’s mobile adoption vehicle, Tail Wag’N, is on a mission to find homes for shelter pets. Monthly event featuring local musicians, light food, wine tasting and good cheer. $15 person includes admission, wine tasting, souvenir glass, live music appetizers. Visit website for more information.
A Feel for Color – Children’s Museum of Richmond with quilted reproductions of famous works of art. Quilts created in various textures to help vision-impaired people nejoy these famous works. Available through July 24, 2011.
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels – 8:00 p.m. at Empire Theatre in Richmond. Opening performance for Barksdale Theatre’s Dirty Rotten Scoundrels are offered at DEEP discounts! Get 1/2 price tickets – see website for information. Hilarious fun suggested for ages 16+.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Cultsha Xpo – fun with art, science, history, and family fun. Visual arts, theatrical, history and more. The Science Museum of Virginia is holding a mega-festival at this event.
Kid Quest at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens – Families use clues and mapping in their search. They record names of plants and other things. They also receive a collectable button. 9 am – 5 pm.
Farm Tour and Ice Cream at Lavender Fields Herb Farm, Glen Allen, VA – See how the farm works and learn about its history on a walking tour. Enjoy a serving of gourmet ice cream upon completion. See website for costs and information.
Kings of Swing at Dogwood Dell at Festival of Arts- 8:00 p.m. as part of the summer series On the Dell Main Stage. Visit website for future concerts or call 804.646.1437 or 804.646.DELL.
Shred Cancer at American Cancer Society – $5 per box. Items shredded while you watch.
Colonial Downs FREE admission – Free “Ladies Day” at the New Kent track starting at 4:00 p.m. with lots of special activities and giveaways.
Jack & Abby Race – Help tiny babies struggling to live in NICU – 5k race and 1k fun run.
Shrek Under the Stars – enjoy a movie under the stars at Deep Run Park – bring a blanket. Concessions available.
RVA River Jam: A New Age Summer Series - food and beverages and plenty of music and entertainment. Family fun on Canal Walk.
SPARC’s 30th Anniversary Celebration – musical production with 150 former and current SPARC students in the Carpenter Theatre. Street party follows with cast and hundreds of birthday cupcakes!
Festival of Arts at Dogwood Dell – a summer-long celebration of music and entertainment.
Verde by the Latin Ballet of Virginia – 3:15 p.m. at the Children’s Farm at Maymont. Dance theater production to inspire a sacred love for the planet.
Real Richmond Food Tour – Saturday in Carytown/Museum District. Eat, walk, repeat on a 2.5 hour tour, stopping into several local eateries to sample food and hear about the businesses from owners and chefs. Get the inside scoop on Richmond. Limited number of tickets available so visit website for more information.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Hearts the Arts Fest 2011 – Children’s Museum of Richmond is offering fun for the entire family. Live music, dance, squiggle demos, three legged races, hula hooping, crazy hat contest, watermelon eating contest, and more. Sweet Spot, Whole Foods, and lots more participating. All at Short Pump CMoR.
Great American Cookout – Hickory Hill, I95 North to exit 92A to Hanover – 3 miles on left. From 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. with hot dogs, chips, apple pie, drinks and a chance to win Richmond Flying Squirrels tickets and an iPad! Bill Bevins hosting. Check website for details and costs.
Wedding Expo – An elegant showcase of wedding professionals including a fashion show and prizes.
SPARC - celebrating 30 years, this is an inspiration for young people, ages 5-18, family fun with class demonstrations, campus tours, entertainment, activities, refreshments, and more to celebrate. FREE and open to the public.
Susan Greenbaum at Maymont – 6:30 p.m.; Lively, diverse and powerful performances of beautiful melodies and fun.
