The Richmondmom.com Events Calendar is filling up fast for the remainder of the year. Visit our Richmond Holiday Guide for more events and let us know of others to add. Watch for lots of tree lightings and Santa sightings this week!
Be sure and register our contest to win 4 tickets to Madeline’s Christmas.
Also, you can win tickets for Cake Boss too – and check out the article on Chesterfield’s contestant who will compete in the cake competition.
We also have free tickets for Silver Linings Playbook Preview on November 15. Get your quickly because there are a limited number of free tickets.
Ongoing Events
The Salvation Army Angel Tree Program: November 9 – December 8 (Monday-Saturday), from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., in Fountain Court near Burlington. Virginia Center Commons is partnering with The Salvation Army on their annual holiday Angel Tree program, which provides new clothing and toys for children of families in need. For more information, visit www.salvationarmytreeusa.org.
Mail your band-aids for Band-Aids for Miss Emily so they are received no later than December 3!Polar Express (film in IMAX®DOME) Saturday, November 17-Wednesday, January 23 – Based on the modern holiday classic written by children’s author Chris Van Allsburg, Polar Express follows the journey of a young boy named Billy who doubts the existence of Santa Claus. With a family who believes everything from the elves to flying reindeer are myths, Billy’s whole viewpoint changes when a mysterious train visits him on Christmas Eve promising to take him and other children to the North Pole. The train’s conductor, along with other passengers, help turn Billy’s crisis into a journey of self-discovery in this heart-warming holiday film. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Monday, November 12
Veterans Day Ceremony at John Tyler Community College Chester Campus 11am-noon. The community is invited to join John Tyler Community College as it honors past and present members of the armed services during its annual Veterans Day Ceremony. This year’s ceremony will include a keynote address from retired Brig. Gen. Charles F. Brower IV, deputy superintendent for academics and dean of faculty at Virginia Military Institute; recognition of JTCC faculty, staff and student veterans; and a memorial tree planting.
Nobody Told Me (All Moms). 9:30am-11:30am – delivered by Commonwealth Parenting.
Tuesday, November 13
Short Pump Pals Clubhouse meeting at 11:00 a.m.
GrowRVA Food Truck Court at the Science Museum of Virginia from 5-8 p.m.
Discipline Decisions (Parents of children 4-12 years). 12:30pm-1:30pm delivered by Commonwealth Parenting.
Brain Balance Open House – learn all they have to offer. For over a decade, their program has helped thousands of children become more focused and better behaved; it has improved their academic performance and enhanced their communication and social skills.
Wednesday, November 14
The Taters in Concert, Richmond’s own acclaimed eclectic roots-pop band, playing a mix of roots rock, power-pop, country and Americana at the Science Museum of Virginia. Seating is limited. Tickets are first come, first served the day of the show.
Juan Conde’s Calling All Coats – WRIC TV8’s Juan Conde is hosting a special one day coat drive called “Juan Conde’s Calling All Coats” on Wednesday, November 14th. Come out and see Juan and help reach our one day goal of 8,000 coats for kids! Juan will be at the Puritan Cleaners Staples Mill location all day doing live remotes and encouraging people to donate coats and funds. We will, of course, be accepting donations at all Puritan Cleaners locations.
Thursday, November 15
Staying Connected to Your Teen with Commonwealth Parenting at Innsbrook. Call 804.545.1272 to register.
Transitions and Routines with Commonwealth Parenting at Willow Lawn 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Call 804.545.1272 to register.
Photo Courtesy of Collegiate School
Juggling with Jonathan Austin at Deep Run Rec Center from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Learn the basics. Call 804.501.7275 to register.
Race to Nowhere – University of Richmond at 7pm. 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. Call 925.310.4242.
Collegiate School Open House. 9am-11:45 a.m. Estes Multipurpose Room, Lower School. For more information: Letty Wood, 741-9720. Learn more about Collegiate at one of our Fall 2012 Open House for Kindergarten
Friday, November 16
Children’s Museum of Richmond Target $1 Family Night
Book Club at Sweet Spot in Short Pump.We have our selection for our next Book Club meeting on Friday, Nov. 16 at 7pm. In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, we’re reading the wonder of Wonder by R.J. Palacio.
Grand Illumination at Short Pump Town Center at 6:00 p.m. Santa arrives!
The Barnyard Junkies. Vintage Holiday Market & Barn Sale at Hanover Arts and Activities Center – 4-8pm. Hanover Craft Mafia is preparing for its 1st Annual Vintage Holiday Market & Barn Sale 2012. Holiday Show featuring an amazing group of local artists and vintage items. Items to include holiday and home decor, clothing, handbags, jewelry and bath products.
Heavenly Creations Arts & Crafts Show 6pm-9pm at St. James the Less Episcopal Church, Ashland. The 17th Annual juried, fine arts show featuring original, handcrafted works from local artisans. Included are baskets, children’s clothing, fabric art, furniture, glassworks, jewelry, metalworks, ornaments, paintings, photography, pottery, quilts, sculptures, woodcarvings, fresh wreaths, and more. Proceeds benefit community outreach.
Craft + Design Show – The Visual Arts Center of Richmond presents its 48th annual Craft + Design Show Friday, November 16 through Sunday, November 18, 2012 in the beautiful Science Museum of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia.
Williamburg Wreath Making Workshop – Discover the secrets of wreath-making and create your own Williamsburg inspired wreath! Bring a friend! Light refreshments and all materials supplied. Center for Creative Arts at Shady Grove.
Saturday, November 17
Bartok Piano Concerto at Richmond Symphony. 8:00 p.m. Children 18 and under are free with a paid adult. Call 1.800.514.ETIX(3849) or visit the website for tickets.
Legendary Santa – Saturday, November 17th at 5:30pm at Saks Fifth Avenue – Stony Point Fashion Park. Adults can shop to your heart’s content at Sak’s that evening, when 10% of in-store sales on November 17th and 18th will be donated to the Children’s Museum of Richmond*.
Kids Night Out at Romp n Roll. 5pm-8pm. Romp n’ Roll West End, 9677 W. Broad St. Glen Allen VA 23060. Every kid deserves a special night out…and so do you! That’s why we created Kids Night Out. Parents get an evening to themselves while the children get to run and play with our energetic instructors and enjoy a Pizza Party dinner at Romp n’ Roll! A perfect evening indeed! $30, which includes a pizza dinner. Ages 2-5 (potty-training not required). Reservations Required.
Ballpark Warming Day 4th Annual Coat Drive for Kidsat the Diamond. 9am-noon. The Richmond Flying Squirrels will team up with Puritan Cleaners and the Coats for Kids Drive, holding a special “Ballpark Warming Party” at The Diamond on Saturday, November 17th, from 9 AM – 12 PM. The Flying Squirrels are asking fans to bring coats for donation to The Diamond, where they will have the opportunity to witness ballpark renovations and improvements as they are given guided tours of the ballpark. The Ballpark Warming Party is free of charge to fans of all ages. For each coat donated to Coats for Kids, fans will be entered into a chance to win baseball memorabilia and other great prize packages. Daylight Donuts will provide coffee and donuts free for each coat donated and there will be entertainment, mascots, crafts, and games.
Craft + Design Show at the Science Museum of Virginia. The Visual Arts Center’s show hosts the finest aartists, contemporary crafters, and exhibitors from across the nation.
Holly Days Bazaar at Powhatan Elementary School from 9am-4pm. Arts, crafts, food, and more. Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, VA.
Super Hero and Princess Day at CMoR Chesterfield. 10am – 4pm. Come as your favorite superhero or princess and meet cinderella, Superman, and others.
Holiday Bazaar at American Legion Post 175 in Mechanicsville (8700 Bell Creek Road). We have crafters selling homemade afghans,scarves,wreath,jewlery, homemade soaps & candles. Vendors from Pampered Cheif,Thirty One Gifts, Stella & Dot, Leah Sophia,Just for you Jewlery,Mary Kay, Avon,& Scentsy just to name a few. 9am-3pm.
Celebrate Sweet Spot’s anniversary. Help us celebrate our anniversary on Saturday, November 17 at 2pm! We’ll be lighting the candles and slicing up our 27 lb gummy bear to share! Also, as a special thank you everyone receives 20% off their total purchase.
Dunkin Donuts Munchkin Run 11 a.m. with a fun 5k and donuts! Register online. Benefits ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation.
The Local Market Holiday Shopping Experience – 804 RVA – The Local Shoppe is a holiday gift mart that will be featuring merchants, artisans, and craft makers from Richmond and the surrounding areas. The talented merchants this year will be offering shoppers a large selection of gifts, gourmet foods, jewelry, home furnishings, stationary, and more! 804 RVA is at 1657 W. Broad Street in the Fan.
Willow Lawn Tree Lighting at noon with entertainment by Silly Bus. Tree Lighting at Willow Lawn – Come join Silly Bus at Willow Lawn for the annual Tree Lighting event! What a great way to start the holiday season! Federal Realty invites the community to celebrate the season at Willow Lawn’s Holiday Tree Lighting Toast, this Saturday from 5 to 8 pm. The toast will feature a free Santa photo booth, arts & crafts, giveaways, wine tastings, merchant specials and live entertainment from Silly Bus, Jonathan the Juggler, and Kurt Stemhagen. This event is free and open to the public; the wine tasting fee is $5 and proceeds will benefit the Virginia Repertory Theatre.
Give Thanks to the Animals at Maymont – 10am – noon. Celebrate Maymont’s animals in this season of giving thanks! Create special treats for the animals at Maymont while learning why enrichment is important for animals in captivity. After giving the animals their treats, we’ll create something for the wild ones in your own yard! Ages 5 and older; adult must accompany child. $12 per child/$10 members (includes admission to the Nature Center). Register online; for information, call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.
2nd Annual LOH Hawgs & Dawgs Pet Event – 12 noon – 4pm at Richmond Harley Davidson.
Join St. Jude supporters in the Glen Allen community and in 90 cities nationwide to participate in the St. Jude Give thanks. Walk. to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Registration for this family-friendly event is free and all participants are encouraged to raise money to help save kids battling cancer and other deadly diseases. Register today to participate and start fundraising.
Oliver – November 17-19 – The Steward School. CYT’s adaptation of the classic Dickens tale Oliver Twist. This story of heart and hope will make you laugh and cry as this little orphan finds his true home. Tickets: (804) 285-2987.
Sunday, November 18
Oliver – November 17-19 – The Steward School. CYT’s adaptation of the classic Dickens tale Oliver Twist. This story of heart and hope will make you laugh and cry as this little orphan finds his true home. Tickets: (804) 285-2987.
Craft + Design Show – The Visual Arts Center of Richmond presents its 48th annual Craft + Design Show Friday, November 16 through Sunday, November 18, 2012 in the beautiful Science Museum of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia.
Legendary Santa – Saturday, November 17th at 5:30pm at Saks Fifth Avenue – Stony Point Fashion Park. Adults can shop to your heart’s content at Sak’s that evening, when 10% of in-store sales on November 17th and 18th will be donated to the Children’s Museum of Richmond*. You can also enjoy an exclusive Jewelry Show by Temple St. Clair, a Radko Ornament Signing by a Radko Designer, a Birger Christensen Fur Trunk Show and Cartier Vintage Watch Trunk Show.
