The Week’s Events: July 23-29

Lots of fun ahead this week – don’t miss a minute. And be sure to check out the Stavna Ballet Grand Opening. Don’t forget to sign up for classes at Mom’s Treehouse in July to get a free training session with their newest trainer too (offer good in July only).

Plan ahead by checking out the new movie, Ruby Sparks, and claim up to 2 free tickets just by claiming them while they last – code is included in this post so click now. Lots of our Richmondmom.com staff are attending the premier too.

Have fun this week!

Ongoing Events

Free and Fun Summer Events – check out all of the summer events right here on Richmondmom.com. Let us know of free or inexpensive events to add to our listing.

To The Arctic (film in IMAX®DOME) takes you on a never before seen journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her two seven-month old cubs as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home. Captivating, adventurous, and intimate footage brings you up close and personal with this family´s struggle to survive and thrive in a frigid environment of melting ice, immense glaciers, spectacular waterfalls, and majestic snow-bound peaks. $9 general admission, $5 for members. It’s a COOL place to be!

Grand Canyon Adventure – see website for dates and times. Opened in the IMAX®DOME Saturday, June 2. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Adventure takes you on an exhilarating river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River. Meet Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a world-renowned environmental activist dedicated to water conservation and river restoration, and Wade Davis, the eminent anthropologist and writer. The film documents their journey with their daughters as it raises awareness of water management and conservation to global crisis and individual responsibility. $9, $5 for members.

Nice People Dancing. Hanover Tavern. July 13 – August 26. Tickets on sale now. Nice People Dancing is a funny, light-hearted play by award-winning Broadway and Off-Broadway playwright Lee Blessing.

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

Maharaja: The Splendors of India’s Great Kings at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The first exhibition to explore the extraordinarily rich visual culture of India’s last royal families, Maharaja: The Splendors of India’s Great Kings spans the period from the early 18th century to the mid-20th century, bringing together over 200 magnificent objects.

Body Worlds & the Brain. 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 merges anatomy with the latest neuroscience findings, demonstrating discoveries of brain development, function performance and improvement. $14 for ages 4-12 and $15 for 15+. $7.50 for members. Recommended for children 8 and over.

How People Make Things- Through Sunday, October 7, use real tools, materials, machines and processes of manufacturing in this interactive exhibition inspired by the factory tour segments from the “Mister Roger’s Neighborhood” television series. Explore the four manufacturing processes of cutting, molding, deforming and reassembling in a fun and safe manner. Included with Museum admission.

Toying with the Future. Through July 29. Wilton House Museum, 215 S. Wilton Road, Richmond. Exhibition presents toys from the 18th through the 21st centuries, and considers the similarities and differences between social values.

Spring Awakening - November Theater. Winner of eight 2007 TONY Awards, Spring Awakening examines the unbridled energy that ignites the journey from youth to adulthood. Charged with sexual power, poignancy and passion (plus a brilliant contemporary score), Spring Awakening was named “Best Musical of the Year” by nearly every critic including the New York Times. “BOLD! FUNNY! AND INVITING!” –New York Times. Suggested for ages 16+. Contains profanity, partial nudity.

Summer Reading Club. Through August 31. Henrico County Public Libraries. Register online with your Henrico library card, or stop by any of the nine locations. Receive a Chick Fil A Ice Dream coupon at registration and a glow-in-the-dark stadium cup after reaching your reading goal. Prize drawing will be held for e-readers, gift baskets with bookstore gift cards, and iPad 2s. Finishers will be automatically entered into the online drawings. Clubs for all ages: pre-readers, children, teens, and parents.

Prenatal Fitness Classes at Cedarhouse School on Saturdays from 9:30 am – 10:30 am.

Hip to be Round Sizzling Hot Sale! Up to 70% off through July 25, 2012.

Running the Numbers: An American Self Portrait by Chris Jordan -Now-Sunday, October 14 at the Science Museum of Virginia. 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 Museum admission.

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

Monday, July 23

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond – FREE annual Summer Camp Challenge. This year’s program features group projects, economics & personal finance themed children’s books, and interactive exhibits. Camps are held 10–11:30 a.m. or 1:30–3 p.m., Monday through Friday from July 2 to August 10. We will engage campers in the innovation process and challenge them to use their imaginations to envision products of the future. Call to reserve your date today – 804.697.8110!

Mad Science Summer Camp. Secret Agent Lab (Graces 1-5) or Super Duper Science Sampler (Grades 1-5) – Monday, July 23 9:00a to 4:00p at Science Museum Of Virginia, Richmond, VA  Join us for a summer filled with adventure, excitement and tons of fun at the Mad Science Summer Camps at the Science Museum of Virginia. Secret Agent Lab (Graces 1-5) or Super Duper Science Sampler (Grades 1-5)

Tuesday, July 24

Create your own Blue Crab painting and help raise funds for Boaz & Ruth.

Kids of all ages are invited to join Pottery Barn Kids for story time every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club Passport at their first story time and a special gift after attending five story times.

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

Families After 5 Tuesday, July 24 5:00p to 9:00p at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Henrico, VA. The garden stays open late on Tuesday evenings in June, July and August for families to explore the gardens and the Children’s Garden for WaterPlay and special activities each week. Celebrate summer and stay out late!

Head to the Virginia Historical Society every Tuesday and Friday night this summer for the RVA Food Truck Court, a gathering of over 10 gourmet mobile catering vendors. Participating food trucks will offer gourmet chef inspired food, specialty beverages, and desserts. Check website for changes in dates/times.

Wild in the City: Slip, Sip and Zip! This tour showcases the exciting opportunities for adventure recreation in the middle of downtown Richmond. Suitable for ages 8 and up, this adventure introduces guests to the beautiful and historic James River with its Class IV rapids running through downtown and includes parts of Shockoe Slip. You won’t get wet, but you will walk on bridges and a pipeline that overlook the river, enjoy a picnic lunch from Alamo BBQ at historic Tredegar delivered by Quickness RVA, and head to Belle Isle for a zip along Passages Adventure Camp’s thrilling zipline over the Belle Isle Quarry. Experience what Richmond’s riverfront has to offer–hiking, history, and heights!  Tour runs with an 8 person minimum. You may purchase a ticket that includes the zipline or one that does not. A waiver must be signed to use the zipline. Children under the age of 18 must have the waiver signed by a parent or guardian. There is a 250 lb. limit to use the zipline.

Wednesday, July 25

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

 

Virginia Green: Encouraging Green Practices is Tourism – Presented by Virginia Green Management Services Virginia Green Program Coordinator Tom Griffin. Bring lunch or buy it at Museum’s Cafe Portico. 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Science Museum of Virginia.

25^th Annual Richmond Hokie Club Kick-off Dinner – Attention all Hokie fans! Come out for the 25th Annual Richmond Hokie Club Kick-Off dinner honoring Coach Beamer’s 25 years at Virginia Tech. Hear from Coach Beamer as well as other special guests including, former NFL coach Bobby Ross, Virginia Tech’s President Charles Steger, Virginia Tech’s Director of Athletics Jim Weaver, the “Voice of the Hokies” Bill Weaver and get the chance to meet the upcoming football team. This event will sell out so get your tickets early – at The Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

Thursday, July 26

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.

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

SPARC Performs at CMoR Central – 11:00 a.m. – join CMoR Central as SPARC SummerStarz ensemble performs an excerpt from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Performance included in regular museum admission.

Maymont’s Lions in the Library – Swans in the bedroom? Reading with lions? Discover all the wonderful animals that “inhabit” Maymont Mansion during this engaging tour for families. $5 per person. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329. Call to arrange a carriage ride before or after your tour! 12:30 – 1 pm.

Short Pump Summer Concert Series – The Summer Concert Series returns beginning June 21st and continuing every Thursday evening (weather permitting) through August 16th. Families are invited to enjoy FREE live music performed by local bands, great food, PRIZES and of course, fabulous shopping! Concerts begin at 6:00 PM and run until 8:00 PM in the Main Plaza – July 26 – The Slack Family (Contemporary Bluegrass).

Work It, Richmond’s Birthday Party – It may be hard to believe, but Work It, Richmond is turning one. So join us for fun, socializing and networking at Pasture, one of the many cool small businesses we’ve discovered during the past year. This is a casual event. No agenda, no speaker (unless Jacob starts giving toasts), no need to wear a tie. Don’t miss out! The event is free, but please RSVP by the morning of July 26 so we can have a rough headcount to share with the restaurant. We want to make sure there is enough pimento cheese!

Henrico Concert Band & Henrico Community Band.  7pm.  Deep Run Park Nature Pavilion.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair and spend a casual evening in the park listening to your favorite band music! In case of inclement weather, the concerts may be cancelled. There will be no rain dates. Free.

Friday, July 27

Fun Fridays at Spirited Art – Come on out for “Fun Fridays” throughout the summer at Spirited Art. Each Friday we will have either a 10am or 2pm art class for kids and adults. 10 am – 12 noon.

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

Fourth Fridays with Frank! At CMoR Central.  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! Story time starts at 11:00am

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamCoat – Catch a performance of “Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Dogwood Dell’s Festival of Arts.

Evening Bat Search at Maymont – Friday, July 27, 7:30-9:15pm, Nature Center and Grounds . Learn about one of nature’s most fascinating creatures on this summer night hike. Using spotlights and detectors, families will seek out these mysterious friends in the Maymont gardens. Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $8 per person/$6 members. Register online (preferred) or call 804-358-7166, ext. 324.

Movies on the Avenues – St. Mary’s for Kids presents Movies on the Avenues on Fridays with Puss in Boots on 6/29, Kung Fu Panda 2 on 7/13, and Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa on 7/27. Join us for our free outdoor movie nights on the big screen starting at 8:30 pm and located at Westhampton School playing fields. Pre-movie fun begins at 7:30pm and includes food, beverages and kids’ activities with RVA Hoop House (7/27). Bring your blankets and lawn chairs!

Summer Sounds at Stony Point Fashion Park Friday, July 27 7:00p to 8:00p

Saturday, July 28

Down on the Farm Day at CMoR Central – Come on down to the farm! Make fun farm-themed projects and visit with a real live cow and baby calf, courtesy of SUDIA and much more. See if your pick is chosen for our Name the Calf contest! Visit www.ChildrensMuseumofRichmond.org for more information. FREE with admission. 10 am – 4 pm at CMoR.

Barefoot Puppets at VMFA – From music to marionettes, enjoy educational entertainment and lively performances. Watch and enjoy as the Barefoot Puppet Theater performs “Tickster Tales”, a series of traditional West African folktales from the Asante peoples, featuring the trickster character Anansi the Spider. Barefoot Puppet Theater: Trickster Tales [Get Tickets]

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

Magic Morning at Hanover Tavern from 10 am – 11:30 a.m. at Hanover Tavern – Steve Fuller brings the joy of magic to the Tavern, and brings along some balloon friends too! Bring the family and be treated a one-of-a kind magical journey at Hanover Tavern. This event is FREE and open to all ages so bring the kids and the kid in you.

Acting Out with Art.  10:30am–11:30am.  Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – Family Programs.

Victorian High Tech at Maymont Mansion – This special behind-the-scenes tour reveals the bells, whistles, hidden panels, knobs, tubes and other technological wonders that made Major and Mrs. Dooley’s home one of the most modern in Gilded Age Richmond. Visit Maymont Mansion and marvel at the latest up-to-date comforts of an 1890s home: electricity, central heat, indoor plumbing, telephone service, an elevator and more. $5 per person/$3 members. For information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 329.

Come out and support the Richmond Kickers as they take on the Pittsburgh Riverhounds at 7:00 p.m. on July 28. Parking is free and all ages are welcome!

Amelia Beef Festival – All You Can Eat BBQ Beef & Ribs, Steamship Round, Corn-on-the-Cob, Cole Slaw and Beverages; Live Entertainment; Rain or Shine; Purchase Tickets ahead for $30 each (no tickets at the gate).

Richmond Kickers Soccer Home Game. 7pm. City Stadium. Visit the website for special promo nights and details.

Yard Sale to help “Liv” – lots of great bargains!

Sunday, July 29

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Sunday, July 29 8:30p at Dogwood Dell, Richmond, VA. Catch a performance of “Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Dogwood Dell’s Festival of Arts.

K95 presents Countryfest 2012 featuring Darius Rucker, Colt Ford and Corey Smith. 2:00 p.m. Special gate time. General Admission Advance $25; Gate $30.

Wilton House Museum Toying with the Future presenting toys from the 18th through the 21st centuries. 282-5936

Stavna Ballet Grand Opening Celebration – Join us for an exciting day of fun for the whole family as we celebrate the opening of the Stavna Dance Academy. Meet the staff, tour the state of the art facility, register classes, win door prizes including gift cards and lessons! 2:00 p.m – 5:00 p.m.

Richmond.com’s Sampling Shockoe 2012 – 5:00 p.m. the Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip-centric week-long restaurant week, is back and this year we’re doing Monday, July 23 – Sunday, July 29.

Richmond Concert Band at Pocahontas State Park – Join others in this free concert by the Richmond Concert Band. The Richmond Concert Band, directed by Dr. Mark Poland, is the area’s oldest community concert band. 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.