The first weekend in October kicks off with lots of fun fall festivals, races, games, and more. CJSTUF Art Auction promises lots of fun for a very worthy cause, featuring Susan Greenbaum. Heart, Health & Stroke screenings are free at HCA Henrico Doctors Hospital, and kids will love Touch a Truck with plenty of emergency vehicles and more. The first ever Transplant Games are underway on Saturday, October 1 at Clover High School, and the Italian Festival, Hogtoberfest, and plenty of other fun events are in store. Plan your weekend schedule now to take advantage of as many events as possible.
Friday, September 30, 2011 is the last day to enter the Dream Baby Shower contest on Richmondmom.com so register or tell your friends who are expecting a baby.
And don’t forget to participate in the PBS Kids and Martin’s $50 giveaway by leaving a comment on our website before October 8.
Fall into October in a big way and rock on!
Friday, September 30, 2011
It Comes in Pink. This is our 3rd annual event and will be held on Friday, Sept. 30th at the Children’s Museum of Richmond from 7PM – 11 PM. It will be a beach theme this year with fun music, good food and a silent auction. Tickets can be purchased at www.itcomesinpink.org and are $45 each.
CJSTUF Art Auction: Every Day is a Bonus! An evening of fine art, chocolate, & wine. 7-11 PM Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen Silent Auction, Live Auction, & Raffles, Featuring a Variety of Art and Art Services, Special guest emcee and auctioneer Susan Greenbaum.
Fall Festival at Maggie Walker – 4 pm – 8 pm. Bring your family and friends to the 15th annual Fall Festival at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies. Enjoy games, live music and entertainment, and foods from around the world. Proceeds benefit student organizations. Parking available on N. Allen Ave. at W. Leigh St. Call 804.354.6800 with questions.
6th Annual Breast Cancer Survivor Celebration. Please join us at The Jefferson Hotel on Friday, September 30 at noon to celebrate with breast cancer survivors, their friends and family members. Enjoy a wonderful luncheon and keynote address by Katrina McGhee from Susan G. Komen for the Cure about how one Promise made 30 years ago between two sisters changed the face of breast cancer forever. Each attendee will receive a copy of Nancy Brinker’s memoir, Promise Me. Tickets for survivors are $25 and $35 for others. Tables of 10 can be purchased for $250. Purchase your tickets here!
Clean Closet Sale – Short Pump. 50% Off Sale Weekend: Friday, September 30th 50% Off Sale 3pm-8pm; Saturday, October 1st 50% Off Sale 10am-8pm; Sunday, October 2nd 50% Off Sale 10am-5pm.
State Fair of Virginia Sept. 29 thru Oct. 9 2011 at The Meadow Event Park. Come see animals,exhibits and shows, toe-tappin’ music, fine arts and crafts, blue ribbon competitions and more! Plan now to be a part of one of Virginia’s greatest annual traditions since 1854.
Barksdale Theatre BECKY’S NEW CAR by Steven Dietz. Playful, wacky and wistful, Becky’s New Car maps out a road trip that lets the audience ride shotgun in a way most plays don’t dare. In this life-affirming story about the road not taken, Becky – without really planning to – takes the chance to test drive another life.
One Thing at a Time – Richmond’s Headquarters for fine, fun and personalized stationery, invitations and gifts. Featuring William Arthur, Lallie, Oddballs & Much More! THE EARLY BIRD CHRISTMAS CARD SALE! Now through September 30th!
Zula Patrol: Mission Weather at CMoR Central September 13th – October 21st; At CMoR Short Pump October 24th – December 31st. Join all of your favorite characters from the Zula patrol as you and your family explore weather phenomena at each of the interactive stations in this special exhibit, at CMoR for a limited time!
American Turning Point: The Civil War in VA. From 1861 to 1865 Virginia stood at the center of a military and social revolution. How we define freedom, liberty, patriotism, and nation today is directly related to the diverse experiences of the individuals who participated in the Civil War. Using original objects, interactive technology, and state-of-the-art audiovisual programs, An American Turning Point: The Civil War in Virginia relates the personal experiences of the free and enslaved men, women, and children of wartime Virginia.
Halloween Haunt Select evenings September & October – 7:00 pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION. Friday nights: September 30; October 1. Haunt activities begin at 7 pm. The Haunt is a PG-13-style Halloween-themed event. Some attractions are not suitable for young children.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Clean Closet Sale – Short Pump. 50% Off Sale Weekend: Friday, September 30th 50% Off Sale 3pm-8pm; Saturday, October 1st 50% Off Sale 10am-8pm; Sunday, October 2nd 50% Off Sale 10am-5pm.
State Fair of Virginia Sept. 29 thru Oct. 9 2011 at The Meadow Event Park. Come see animals,exhibits and shows, toe-tappin’ music, fine arts and crafts, blue ribbon competitions and more! Plan now to be a part of one of Virginia’s greatest annual traditions since 1854.
Kings Dominion Bring a Friend Season Pass Bring a Friend for $29.99 – Bring a Friend October 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16.All Season Pass holders can bring a friend for $29.99 Sept 30, October 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 &16. Limit one friend for $29.99 per season pass.
Barksdale Theatre BECKY’S NEW CAR by Steven Dietz. Playful, wacky and wistful, Becky’s New Car maps out a road trip that lets the audience ride shotgun in a way most plays don’t dare. In this life-affirming story about the road not taken, Becky – without really planning to – takes the chance to test drive another life.
Zula Patrol: Mission Weather at CMoR Central September 13th – October 21st; At CMoR Short Pump October 24th – December 31st. Join all of your favorite characters from the Zula patrol as you and your family explore weather phenomena at each of the interactive stations in this special exhibit, at CMoR for a limited time!
American Turning Point: The Civil War in VA. From 1861 to 1865 Virginia stood at the center of a military and social revolution. How we define freedom, liberty, patriotism, and nation today is directly related to the diverse experiences of the individuals who participated in the Civil War. Using original objects, interactive technology, and state-of-the-art audiovisual programs, An American Turning Point: The Civil War in Virginia relates the personal experiences of the free and enslaved men, women, and children of wartime Virginia.
ROSE FEST Saturday, October 1 & Sunday, October 2 Noon – 3 p.m. See full schedule. Saturday: Tango dancing and lessons by the Dance Space. Sunday: Performances by Virginia Opera artists (see music schedule). Both Days: Learn interesting facts about roses and sip rose hip tea as part of October Oddities.
Giant Acorn International 2011 Website. A 10AM start, a crystal clear heated lake, super fast bike and run courses and a Roma’s Italian post race meal. What more can you ask for? Located just 45 minutes SW of Fredericksburg and 45 minutes NW of Richmond at the Lake Anna Beach and Marina this is the last weekend of racing in the 2010 Virginia Triathlon Series. The Giant Acorn triathlon has sold out every year for the last 4 years.
Second Street Festival. The hands of time are turned back to the past when 2nd Street was the heart & soul of Richmond’s African American community. Come & hear live music on 4 stages, children’s activities, taste delicious food, shop in the marketplace and dance! 45,000 attendees expected. ** Estimated start time is 10:00 a.m. – Please confirm **
Richmond Symphony presents Genworth Financial Symphony Pops. A Symphonic Night at the Movies: Casablanca October 1-8. Richmond CenterStage.
The very first VIRGINIA TRANSPLANT GAMES! Transplant recipients and living donors from all over the U.S. are invited to participate in the first ever Virginia Transplant Games. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! You, yes you!, are invited to join us for this inspiring celebration of life! Get your Tickets NOW!
Heart Health & Stroke. Nine million Americans suffer from Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), a vascular disease where arteries in the legs become narrowed or blocked. PAD can indicate that other arteries in the body are blocked, increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke. Join HCA Virginia Health System for our Heart Health & Stroke events where we will provide blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol, blood sugar and PAD screenings at no charge. Saturday, October 1 • 8 am – Noon at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital.
Walk to Stop Diabetes. Join us October 1, 2011 as we walk down Monument Avenue. It’s more fun to Step Out together! Grab your friends, family and co-workers, lace up your walking shoes and join us for a fun-filled and meaningful morning! Enjoy our kid Zone, Wellness Village, T-shirt contest and other entertainment! Every step you take and every dollar you raise helps the American Diabetes Association provide funding for education, advocacy and research. When you walk, you help us stop diabetes.
Touch a Truck Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Richmond International Raceway Complex. Time: 10:00-3:00pm with a VIP entry starting at 9:00am. Phone – 804.316.1638. The Junior League of Richmond’s 6th Annual Touch a Truck is an interactive event that allows children to see, touch, and explore their favorite big trucks and vehicles as well as to meet the personnel who protect, serve, and build the Richmond community. Make your way through a giant maze of construction trucks, emergency responders, fire trucks, police cars, tractor trailers, utility trucks, helicopters, and the Fun Bus — but don’t forget your hard hat (free with child’s admission)! Take a break and enjoy area mascots, special performances, snack bars, face painting, bounce houses, hay rides, games, crafts, raffles and a bazaar of local vendors. Individual tickets ($5) are available online or at the gate on event day. See College Nannies & Tutors while you’re there and make a Halloween bookmark!
Italian Street Festival Saturday, October 1: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sunday, October 2: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Richmond Original Italian Street Festival started with the dream of one individual to bring to Richmond the opportunity to experience the culture and heritage of its Italian population. The festival’s move from Church Hill to the more expansive Gardens at the Richmond Raceway Complex underscores the growing popularity of the annual event, which drew more than 25,000 over the years.
FREE Family Festival EVENT to Celebrate Children with Disabilities. Just bring a BAG of canned goods for local food pantry! Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 11:00 am -2:00 pm. This event promises to be great fun for all families!! Please send this invitation out to your family and friends who have a child/adult with a disability. This event is totally designed to celebrate our children/adults with special needs.
Join the 6th annual Oktoberfest 5K in Financial District of Downtown Richmond. This urban exercise is a tour of downtown making stops at 7 restaurants. This is a shotgun start rotating crowds to each restaurants, including: Penny Lane, Capital Ale House, Sine, Cha Cha’s Cantina, Buffalo wild wings, Fish Bowl and Legend Brewery. 15$ includes a ticket w/reserve seating to the Richmond Oktoberfest and t-shirt (not available the day of).
Kings Dominion Vampire Gathering – Help us break the world record. Join us the opening night of Halloween Haunt-Friday, September 30th as Kings Dominion attempts to break the world record for the Largest Gathering of People Dressed as Vampires! Come FULLY DRESSED in your vampire costume and get a special $19.99 per person admission price!
Howl-O-Fest at Kings Dominion. More Spooktacular daytime activities for the little ones than ever before! Starts October 1. Most activities on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon – 5pm. Show Schedules Vary – visit website for details.
Que Pasa Festival Saturday, Oct. 1 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.at The Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad Street. If you’ve been living in Richmond for a while you’ve probably noticed the wave of Hispanic culture that has invaded the city. From Salvadorian pupusas in South Side to a generation of Latin artists at VCU, the influence is there. Lucky us, we also have the Que Pasa Festival which brings a blend of Latin music, food, art, education and games just in time for Hispanic Heritage Month. Put on by The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and held at the Science Museum of Virginia every year, this festival is a Richmond favorite. Admission to the festival is free.
HOGTOBERFEST. Style Weekly is putting on a festival next week in Churchill at Libby Hill Park from 12 noon – 7 pm. We’re going old school – BBQ, BANDS & Beer – sound familiar? Kids area and much more – and it’s FREE! Just like the old days with High on the Hog.
Halloween Haunt Select evenings September & October – 7:00 pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION. Friday nights: September 30; October 1. Haunt activities begin at 7 pm. The Haunt is a PG-13-style Halloween-themed event. Some attractions are not suitable for young children.
Family Arts Day Celebration 12:30 p.m. – Family Arts Day Celebration with art-centered family fun, activity tables, art projects, food, and special guests Justin Roberts & the Not REady for Naptime Players. Great fun, laughter, and activities. Visit www.modlin.richmond.edu or call 804.289.8980 for tickets and information.
Egyptian Art Family Day Mummies are taking over VMFA! Join us for a fun-filled day inspired by the upcoming exhibition Mummy: Secrets of the Tomb (opening Nov 19, 2011) with traditional Ancient Egyptian games, gallery hunts, and creative art projects.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Make Strides to End Breast Cancer. American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk and 10th Anniversary Celebration. Sunday, October 2, 2011 on Brown’s Island. $25 registration includes an event t-shirt. Live entertainment, food and local vendors.
Short Pump Mile and Express Run for Kids- 07:45 a.m. The race starts at Short Pump Town Center in front of American Family Fitness. Any runner that is 18 or younger on race day can run this event! Runners with special needs are also welcome. Parents or Guardians will be allowed to accompany or assist special needs runners. Register Today!
Clean Closet Sale – Short Pump. 50% Off Sale Weekend: Friday, September 30th 50% Off Sale 3pm-8pm; Saturday, October 1st 50% Off Sale 10am-8pm; Sunday, October 2nd 50% Off Sale 10am-5pm.
Halloween Haunt Select evenings September & October – 7:00 pm FREE WITH PARK ADMISSION. Friday nights: September 30; October 1. Haunt activities begin at 7 pm. The Haunt is a PG-13-style Halloween-themed event. Some attractions are not suitable for young children.
ROSE FEST Sunday, October 2 Noon – 3 p.m. See full schedule. Saturday: Tango dancing and lessons by the Dance Space. Sunday: Performances by Virginia Opera artists (see music schedule). Both Days: Learn interesting facts about roses and sip rose hip tea as part of October Oddities.
Howl-O-Fest at Kings Dominion. More Spooktacular daytime activities for the little ones than ever before! Starts October 1. Most activities on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon – 5pm. Show Schedules Vary – visit website for details.
Kings Dominion Bring a Friend Season Pass Bring a Friend for $29.99 – Bring a Friend October 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16.Limit one friend for $29.99 per season pass.
State Fair of Virginia Sept. 29 thru Oct. 9 2011 at The Meadow Event Park. Come see animals,exhibits and shows, toe-tappin’ music, fine arts and crafts, blue ribbon competitions and more! Plan now to be a part of one of Virginia’s greatest annual traditions since 1854.
Barksdale Theatre BECKY’S NEW CAR by Steven Dietz. Playful, wacky and wistful, Becky’s New Car maps out a road trip that lets the audience ride shotgun in a way most plays don’t dare. In this life-affirming story about the road not taken, Becky – without really planning to – takes the chance to test drive another life.
Zula Patrol: Mission Weather at CMoR Central September 13th – October 21st; At CMoR Short Pump October 24th – December 31st. Join all of your favorite characters from the Zula patrol as you and your family explore weather phenomena at each of the interactive stations in this special exhibit, at CMoR for a limited time!
American Turning Point: The Civil War in VA. From 1861 to 1865 Virginia stood at the center of a military and social revolution. How we define freedom, liberty, patriotism, and nation today is directly related to the diverse experiences of the individuals who participated in the Civil War. Using original objects, interactive technology, and state-of-the-art audiovisual programs, An American Turning Point: The Civil War in Virginia relates the personal experiences of the free and enslaved men, women, and children of wartime Virginia.
Richmond Symphony presents Genworth Financial Symphony Pops. A Symphonic Night at the Movies: Casablanca October 1-8. Richmond CenterStage.
Italian Street Festival Saturday, October 1: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sunday, October 2: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Richmond Original Italian Street Festival started with the dream of one individual to bring to Richmond the opportunity to experience the culture and heritage of its Italian population. The festival’s move from Church Hill to the more expansive Gardens at the Richmond Raceway Complex underscores the growing popularity of the annual event, which drew more than 25,000 over the years.
Que Pasa Festival Saturday, Oct. 1 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.at The Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad Street. If you’ve been living in Richmond for a while you’ve probably noticed the wave of Hispanic culture that has invaded the city. From Salvadorian pupusas in South Side to a generation of Latin artists at VCU, the influence is there. Lucky us, we also have the Que Pasa Festival which brings a blend of Latin music, food, art, education and games just in time for Hispanic Heritage Month. Put on by The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and held at the Science Museum of Virginia every year, this festival is a Richmond favorite. Admission to the festival is free.
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