We’re closing in on Memorial Day Weekend and there are lots of activities planned for this week and the coming weekend. Many of them are ongoing that we’ve listed below. There are also plenty of activities each and every day this week.
You’ll see them all below.
Be sure and check out our Special Memorial Day Weekend post and let us know of other activities to add. Enjoy your week!
Ongoing Activities
100,000 Meals for Central Virginia Children: $1=5 MEALS! May 21 – June 9, 2012 – Bring your food and funds to any Puritan Cleaners and help the Central Virginia Foodbank! Purchase raffle tickets to win FREE DRY CLEANING! CVFB needs our help now and you can make a difference. We have a special day on June 6 with Matt DiNardo of WRIC-8. Join us for Matt’s Great 8 Tailgate with free lunch and an networking at 4:30 to 6:30pm that afternoon. Live music too from Chris Lucas and Center Stage Band.
Helps collect food and funds and pass the word on Facebook.
Body Worlds & the Brain Friday, May 25-Sunday, September 23. Take an in-depth look at the insides of the human body! Featuring 12 actual human bodies that have been preserved through the process of plastination, Body Worlds explores human anatomy, physiology and health. Body Worlds merges anatomy with the latest neuroscience findings, demonstrating discoveries of brain development, function, performance and improvement. Get a firsthand look at the complex nature of our physical composition and better understanding of how diseases and negative lifestyle choices impact the body as you view more than 150 specimens. Body Worlds is sponsored in Richmond by HCA, Health Diagnostic Labs and Virginia 529. This exhibit is recommended for adults and children 8 or older. Timed tickets are available by calling 804.864.1400 or by visiting www.smv.org. Body Worlds tickets are $14 for ages 4-12 and 60+ and $15 for ages 13-59. Tickets for members are $7.50.
Making the Invisible, Visible – Now through Sunday, August 12. Peruse art/science sculptures created by Rebecca Kamen and works by students in the 2011 Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship at George Mason University. Kamen is a professor of art at Northern Virginia Community College and was the instructor for the art/science projects created by the George Mason students. Making the Invisible, Visible is included with Museum admission.
Relic-ly Speaking – Now through Sunday, August 12. Experience international known artist Chuck Scalin’s collage/assemblage works in Café Portico. Scalin is professor emeritus and former assistant chair of the Communication Arts + Design Department at Virginia Commonwealth University. His work has been exhibited in the United States, Europe and Asia for the past 40 years. He is a faculty member at the Studio School of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
Running the Numbers: An American Self Portrait by Chris Jordan – Now through Sunday, October 14. Discover artist Chris Jordan’s visual representations of societal statistics using repetitive images to connect you each number. His image of 28,000 oil barrels depicts the amount of oil consumed in the United States every two minutes and his image of one hundred million toothpicks equates with the number of trees cut in the U.S. each year to make paper for junk mail. Recommended for sixth grade and above. Included with Science Museum admission.
Monday, May 21, 2012
ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival – Award-winning films celebrating the lives, stories, and art of people with disabilities MAY 14-21, 2012. The Weinstein JCC is pleased to present the traveling program of the New York ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival. This festival features award-winning films and live engaging presentations that celebrate people with disabilities. Started in 2007 and now traveling outside of New York City, ReelAbilities will be offered May 14 – 20 at various locations in Richmond.
Born to be Wild (film in IMAX®DOME) – Now Playing – see website for times and details. Born to be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. Narrated by Academy-Award® Winner Morgan Freeman, this film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them—saving endangered species one life at a time. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Aura Open House to benefit VBCF – enjoy the spa while helping others – drinks, mini spas, raffles, and more for just $10! Visit link for details.
Free Concerts on the Patio – Tuesdays on the Patio: Free Concerts at Short Pump Town Center in May This month, Short Pump Town Center is hosting a free concert series: Tuesdays on the Patio. From 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m., you can listen to live music while you dine on the patio at the food court or a nearby restaurant. May 22: Me & Jo
Fairy Godmother Volunteer Training on May 22 at 6:30 p.m . at Glen Allen Library. They need your help!
ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival – Award-winning films celebrating the lives, stories, and art of people with disabilities MAY 14-21, 2012. The Weinstein JCC is pleased to present the traveling program of the New York ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival. This festival features award-winning films and live engaging presentations that celebrate people with disabilities. Started in 2007 and now traveling outside of New York City, ReelAbilities will be offered May 14 – 20 at various locations in Richmond.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Spirited Art is starting a weekday class – every Wednesday, we will be offering an adult class at 11 a.m. You’re welcome to bring your own lunch/snacks during this weekday class. Check out our calendar www.myspiritedart.com.
Lunch Break Science at the Science Museum of Virginia: Wasted Light, Stolen Night: An Introduction to Light Pollution, presented by Certified Virginia Master Naturalist Laura Greenlief.
ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival – Award-winning films celebrating the lives, stories, and art of people with disabilities MAY 14-21, 2012. The Weinstein JCC is pleased to present the traveling program of the New York ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival. This festival features award-winning films and live engaging presentations that celebrate people with disabilities. Started in 2007 and now traveling outside of New York City, ReelAbilities will be offered May 14 – 20 at various locations in Richmond.
Race to Nowhere, Tomahawk Creek Middle School, Midlothian, VA. at 6:30 p.m. “An education film that gets it” Washington Post – “Must see movie” NY Times – “Another Inconvenient Truth” George Lucas Educational Foundation . A concerned mother turned filmmaker aims her camera at the high-stakes, high-pressure culture that has invaded our schools and our children’s lives. Race to Nowhere points to the silent epidemic in our schools: cheating has become commonplace; students are disengaged; stress-related illness and depression are rampant; and many young people arrive at college and the workplace unprepared and uninspired. Race to Nowhere is a call to action for families, educators, and policy makers to challenge current assumptions on how to best prepare the youth of America to become healthy, bright, contributing and leading citizens.
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Barnes & Noble Storytime at Short Pump – Children’s Storytime: Toddlers and Preschoolers (Ages 6 and Under). Join us each Thursday for our Children’s Storytime. On the third Thursday of each month, we’ll have a special visit from Seymour and the Children’s Museum. Short Pump – 11640 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233, 804-360-0103.
Age Wave Ready Communities – The increasing demands for supportive services, health care choices, and lifestyle options that promote independence and safety. 10:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 24 at Genworth Financial.
Credit: Born to be Wild
Born to be Wild (film in IMAX®DOME) – Now Playing – see website for times and details. Born to be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. Narrated by Academy-Award® Winner Morgan Freeman, this film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them—saving endangered species one life at a time. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
CMoR at 11:00 a.m. – Join us for Story Time with Jennifer Gray, Miss Virginia Essence 2012. A 2008 graduate of The College of William and Mary obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Jennifer serves as a co-facilitator of child therapy groups for Greater Richmond SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now), Career and Technical Education Advisory Council Member for the Richmond Technical Center, and as a volunteer with students at Swansboro Elementary and with Special Olympics Virginia athletes.
Get out of the kitchen on Thursday, May 24 and dig in to a yummy Spaghetti Dinner at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 6-8 p.m. All proceeds from the dinner go to support the work of the Fan Free Clinic. Help provide medical care for the least served in our city! Plus enjoy some of the best spaghetti in town prepared by Joe’s Inn. That’s right. Joe’s Inn is supplying the spaghetti (meat or marinara sauce), salad, bread and non-alcoholic beverage for only $8 per person! Desserts are available for $1-$2. The Fan Free Clinic provides medical treatment, health education, social services and advocacy for those in the Richmond area with limited access to care—placing special emphasis on welcoming the least served. St. Mark’s is located at 520 N. Boulevard, parking in the rear (off Colonial Avenue).
The Campbell Family Band (Spring Acoustic Concert Series) – Free concert at Chesterfield County Public Library! Enjoy old-time fiddle and dance tunes with the Campbell Family Band, led by award-winning fiddler Mark Campbell. 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, May 25, 2012
Virginia Women’s Music Festival at Virginia Women’s Campground on May 25, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. – Join us for music, dancing, bonfires, and a Memorial Day celebration.
Save a Brain at the Science Museum of Virginia – Help a bike-riding child minimize head injuries by donating $10 to give a helmet to a child in need. Text the word HELMET to 20222. A one-time donation of $10 will be added to your mobile phone bill or deducted from your prepaid balance. Donations must be authorized by the account holder. All charges are billed by and payable to mobile service provider. User must be age 18 or older or have parental permission to participate. Donations collected for the Science Museum of Virginia Foundation.
Lewis Ginter Butterflies Live – May 25-30. Hundreds of butterflies will take flight in Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s glass Conservatory in 2012. The Butterflies LIVE! exhibit is back by popular demand and will feature showy tropical species from May 25 – October 14, 2012. The exhibit will also feature special plantings to provide food for the butterflies, allowing visitors to get an “up-close” and personal view of these fascinating creatures. This exhibit is supported by the Robins Foundation.
Three Sheets to the Wind, the Trillions, Photosynthesizers on Friday night at 6 p.m. – Price: $5. Brown’s Island at Seventh and Tredegar Streets, Richmond
Friday with Frank – Date: Friday, May 25, 2012; Time: 11:00am – Join us on the fourth Friday of each month for a special story time with a Franklin Federal Educator! The fourth Friday of each month will feature a book that emphasizes financial literacy. After story time, the educator will stick around to play and answer questions in CMoR’s very own Franklin Federal Branch!
Body Worlds and the Brain at the Science Museum of Virginia – Take an in-depth look at the insides of the human body! Featuring 12 actual human bodies that have been preserved through the process of plastination, Body Worlds explores human anatomy, physiology and health. Body Worlds merges anatomy with the latest neuroscience findings, demonstrating discoveries of brain development, function performance and improvement. Exhibit runs May 25 through Sept. 23.
Born to be Wild (film in IMAX®DOME) – Now Playing – see website for times and details. Born to be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. Narrated by Academy-Award® Winner Morgan Freeman, this film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them—saving endangered species one life at a time. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Richmond Flying Squirrels vs. Trenton Thunder at The Diamond at 6:35 p.m. – Fun, games, food and more.
Evening with the Embers – Pocahontas Premieres is a series of concerts hosted at Pocahontas State Park’s spacious amphitheatre. Unless otherwise noted, Pocahontas Premieres events take place rain or shine. Some events are free, apart from a $5 parking fee. 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Summer Sounds at Stony Point Fashion Park – 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. with Kings of Swing.
380th Army Band – Join us for an evening of jazz varieties and big-band favorites by the United States 380th Army Reserve Band. Concessions available for purchase. Gates open at 5 p.m. Pocahontas Premieres is a series of concerts hosted at Pocahontas State Park’s spacious amphitheatre. Unless otherwise noted, Pocahontas Premieres events take place rain or shine. Some events are free, apart from a $5 parking fee.
Virginia Civil War History Mobile at Yorktown Battlefield – Through the weekend – The Civil War 150 History Mobile is an interactive museum on wheels housed in a 53′ expandable tractor-trailer. The four-year tour launched on July 21, 2011, in conjunction with the 150th anniversary commemoration of the First Battle of Manassas. The History Mobile draws together stories from all over Virginia and uses state-of-the-art technology and immersive exhibit spaces to present individual stories of the Civil War from the perspectives of those who experienced it young and old, enslaved and free, soldiers and civilians. Hours: Sat – Sun, 9 am – 5 pm; Mon, 9 am – 12 pm.
Pedal to the Metal for PAL is a two part cycling event at Richmond International Raceway. The first part is a timed 25 & 50 mile cycling event and the second part is a family fun ride with both featuring the racetrack. There also will be infield activities to include Richmond Police Specialized Units such as the Mounted Unit and SWAT. Also, there will be food, music, and activities for the kids! Please visit our website, www.richmondpal.com, for details and pricing.
CMoR – Story time starts at 11:00am – Free with regular museum admission. Only at CMoR Central. Join us for story time with Miss Peninsula Outstanding Teen 2012, Unity Bowling!
Celebrate the Art of India – Museum District, May 26 at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Learn about the glitter, glamour, and power of the Indian kings! Create art inspired by Indian culture and compare your creations to the South Asian galleries at VMFA. Recommended for families with children 3-12.
Memorial Day Weekend Big Band Concert – Saturday, May 26, 2012 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.; Christ Ascension Episcopal Church, 1704 West Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23227. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Food Pantry. Light refreshments will be provided. Bring a blanket or lawn chair (a limited number of chairs will be available) – an area for dancing will be set up in front of the bandstand.
Body Worlds and the Brain at the Science Museum of Virginia – Take an in-depth look at the insides of the human body! Featuring 12 actual human bodies that have been preserved through the process of plastination, Body Worlds explores human anatomy, physiology and health. Body Worlds merges anatomy with the latest neuroscience findings, demonstrating discoveries of brain development, function performance and improvement. Exhibit runs May 25 through Sept. 23.
Richmond Flying Squirrels vs. Trenton Thunder at The Diamond– Fun, games, food and more.
Lewis Ginter Butterflies Live – May 25-30. Hundreds of butterflies will take flight in Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s glass Conservatory in 2012. The Butterflies LIVE! exhibit is back by popular demand and will feature showy tropical species from May 25 – October 14, 2012. The exhibit will also feature special plantings to provide food for the butterflies, allowing visitors to get an “up-close” and personal view of these fascinating creatures. This exhibit is supported by the Robins Foundation.
Grand Opening at CMoR Central for CMoR’s Front Yard. Join us for the grand opening of the newly renovated Front Yard Exhibit!
- Dance around in SplashMoR the interactive water feature
- Enjoy the fresh air as you eat snacks in the covered outdoor eating area
- Travel through the Tidewater, Piedmont and Blue Ridge regions as you explore Trees Across Virginia
- Take in the view from atop the climbing boulder
- Show off your green thumb in the garden
Kings Dominion Military Days – Join us May 26-27 as we pay tribute to our brave military service men and women by offering FREE park admission to any active, inactive or retired United States Service men and women with a valid military I.D. *Free Admission only valid on May 26 & 27 for those qualifying with a valid US military I.D.
Richmond Kickers – This fantastic end of year event for both travel teams and top level recreation teams will be held over Memorial Day Weekend (Saturday the 26th, and Sunday the 27th, of May, 2012) Our goal is to start matches after 8:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday! APPLY HERE. Deadline to apply is April 30th, 2012. Due to high interest, deadline extended to May 7th, 2012! Don’t hesitate.
Lucy’s Weekend -May 26-27, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Price: $15-$20. An event in memory of the vineyard’s dearly departed hound, Lucy. Featuring a benefit for the Richmond Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and music by Rattlesnake Creek and the Donneybrooks. Cooper Vineyards 13372 Shannon Hill Road, Louisa
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Shockoe Bottom Jazz Festival – May 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. – Shockoe Bottom Jazz Festival is a unique opportunity to highlight the vibrant jazz culture in Richmond Virginia. This promises to be a day full of music, art and food. Featuring local vendors and amazing local musicians, this is a great way to showcase our community and the arts. Come out Memorial Day weekend for a great “Sunday Funday” indeed.
Hanover Concert Band May 27, 2012 from 6:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Virginia War Memorial, 621 S. Belvidere St., Richmond, VA. The Hanover Concert Band will give an outdoor concert in the Heilman Amphitheater (weather permitting) of patriotic selections. Bring your picnic dinner and enjoy the music from this talented group! Free and open to the public with ample free parking.
History of Memorial Day at Hollywood Cemetery Walking Tour on May 27 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Join local scholar Jim DuPriest for an historical walk through Hollywood Cemetery, one of the most historic cemeteries in America. Learn about the origins of Memorial Day, a tradition begun in Hollywood as early as 1866. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and stay hydrated. Copies of Mr. DuPriest’s book on Hollywood will be available for sale.
Richmond in 1812 Walking Tour at Court End. To mark the 200th anniversary of the History Center’s Wickham House, join us for a look at Richmond in 1812. For a small town it was a cosmopolitan city, a trading center with a diverse population. We’ll explore the cultural, political, social and religious aspects of this complex city and end with a tour of the Wickham House. Meet at the History Center.
Summer Reenactment Series – May 27 at Church Hill, St. John’s Church. Sunday, May 27, 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Free tickets distributed on a first-come, first-served basis 1:30 p.m. Music program 2:00 p.m. This event is FREE, with a suggested donation of $5.00.
Richmond Kickers – This fantastic end of year event for both travel teams and top level recreation teams will be held over Memorial Day Weekend (Saturday the 26th, and Sunday the 27th, of May, 2012) Our goal is to start matches after 8:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday!
Lucy’s Weekend -May 26-27, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Price: $15-$20. An event in memory of the vineyard’s dearly departed hound, Lucy. Featuring a benefit for the Richmond Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and music by Rattlesnake Creek and the Donneybrooks. Cooper Vineyards 13372 Shannon Hill Road, Louisa.
Kings Dominion Military Days – Join us May 26-27 as we pay tribute to our brave military service men and women by offering FREE park admission to any active, inactive or retired United States Service men and women with a valid military I.D. *Free Admission only valid on May 26 & 27 for those qualifying with a valid US military I.D.
Born to be Wild (film in IMAX®DOME) – Now Playing – see website for times and details. Born to be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. Narrated by Academy-Award® Winner Morgan Freeman, this film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them—saving endangered species one life at a time. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Virginia Civil War History Mobile at Yorktown Battlefield – Through the weekend – The Civil War 150 History Mobile is an interactive museum on wheels housed in a 53′ expandable tractor-trailer. The four-year tour launched on July 21, 2011, in conjunction with the 150th anniversary commemoration of the First Battle of Manassas. The History Mobile draws together stories from all over Virginia and uses state-of-the-art technology and immersive exhibit spaces to present individual stories of the Civil War from the perspectives of those who experienced it young and old, enslaved and free, soldiers and civilians. Hours: Sat – Sun, 9 am – 5 pm; Mon, 9 am – 12 pm.
Lewis Ginter Butterflies Live – May 25-30. Hundreds of butterflies will take flight in Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s glass Conservatory in 2012. The Butterflies LIVE! exhibit is back by popular demand and will feature showy tropical species from May 25 – October 14, 2012. The exhibit will also feature special plantings to provide food for the butterflies, allowing visitors to get an “up-close” and personal view of these fascinating creatures. This exhibit is supported by the Robins Foundation.
Sesame Street Live : “1-2-3 Imagine! with Elmo & Friends”. John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, VA. Visit the website for show times and fees.
Fireworks on the James – Rocketts Red Glare Celebrates Memorial Day with Fireworks on the James. Free, family-friendly event features music, entertainment at Rocketts Landing. Rocketts Red Glare is free for all ages and will take place along the banks of the James River at Rocketts Landing. For more information, including details on complimentary parking, please visit our Facebook page or go to www.rockettsvillage.com and click “Upcoming Events.”
Richmond Flying Squirrels vs. Trenton Thunder at The Diamond at 2:05 p.m. – Fun, games, food and more.
Be sure and check out our action-packed activity calendar for Memorial Day!
