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ONGOING
Now Through March 28, 2013
Chesterfield Nights at the Children’s Museum of Richmond. Children enrolled in Chesterfield County Elementary Schools receive free admission beginning at 5:00pm with voucher, good for any weeknight during the month of March. All others are only $4 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Members free. Weeknights through March 28, 2013.
Now Through April 28, 2013
Raise the Roof at the Science Museum of Virginia. Check out our Real Richmond Review here and register to win 5-pack of tickets here. If walls could talk, what would they say? Explore buildings and structures in a new light as you discover the stories behind the structures through a variety of interactive experiences. Included with exhibit admission.
Now Through April 30
Born to be Wild at IMAX Dome. Born to be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. 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. Showing through April 30.
Now Through Monday June 3
They Call it Stormy Weather: How Artists See the Weather and the Seasons. Explore artists’ depictions of weather from thunderstorms on powerful, wild seas to sunny skies above spring fields. The photographic reproductions are on loan from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Included with exhibit admission.
Now Through 30, 2013
March is Reading Month at CMoR. Different stories throughout the month at all locations.
Chesterfield Nights at CMoR March 1-28, 2013. Join us weeknights in March at CMoR Chesterfield for extended hours! Children enrolled in Chesterfield County Elementary Schools receive free admission beginning at 5:00pm with voucher, good for any weeknight during the month of March. Adults are only $4 from 5:00pm-7:00pm CMoR Members are ALWAYS FREE!
Now through Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Breast in Show - Visit the website or call 804.282.2620 for tickets and specific show dates/times. Breast In Show is a musical about breast cancer with six performances at the Virginia Repertory Theatre, March 7 – March 19, 2013. The cast is awesome, the venue is exciting and the producer, director, musical director and choreographer are acclaimed professionals that have all made a special personal commitment to bring this groundbreaking show to life.
Now Through Saturday, March 30, 2013
Photos with the Easter Bunny: March 8 – 30. JC Penney Court. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos Mondays-Saturdays 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Sundays Noon – 6:00 p.m. Visit www.virginiacentercommons.com for hours and photo package information.
Now Through Sunday May 12, 2013
Architecture in Virginia: The Old Dominion - Examine photographs and descriptions of 24 significant examples of Virginia architecture built primarily between 1780 and 1861. The collection is on loan from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Included with exhibit admission.
Now Through Sunday, March 24, 2013
Leap Week - the weeklong celebration of all that is Richmond Ballet, graduate students from The Royal Ballet School will again visit Richmond Ballet and will perform with Richmond Ballet II and trainees from The School of Richmond Ballet in the Studio Theatre March 22-24.
Now Through the End of the Year
Runs, Walks, and MarathonsMonday, March 18 – Sunday March 24, 2013
Romp n’ Roll has done it again – they’ve created an offer we can’t refuse. When you enroll in a music class from March 18-24, 2013, you receive a free tambourine. And you can even participate in a free class too!
Friday March 22 – Saturday April 6, 2013
Great Wolf Lodge – Spring Break Specials.
Monday March 25 – April 21, 2013
RevQuest: The Lion and The Unicorn game returns to Colonial Williamsburg’s Revolutionary City for the spring break season March 25 through April 21. Participants in the alternate reality game join the Friends of Liberty while they save the American Revolution by protecting the identity of an important patriot spy. During summer 2012, more than 19,000 gamers participated in the game’s first full season.
Monday April 1 and Thursday 4, 2013
Spirited Art Classes - Spirited Art is making it fun, easy and creative with their upcoming Spring Break classes too.
Monday April 1 – Friday April 5, 2013
Spring Break Camps (many listings!)
Monday April 1 – Tuesday, April 30, 2013
4th Annual LEGO Contest and Display. Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! It is time for the 4th annual Twin Hickory LEGO Contest.
EVENTS BY DAY OF THE WEEK
Monday, March 18
Special Evening at Can Can Brasserie at 6:30 pm with Richmond Ballet. Can Can will feature Richmond Ballet company dancers to celebrate Leap Week, offering drink specials such as, The White Swan, The Balanchine and more! A portion of the proceeds will benefit Richmond Ballet. Reservations recommended.
Challenging Behaviors, Creative Solutions (Parents of Children 2-5 yrs) from 6:30-8:30 pm. Delivered Commonwealth Parenting.
Tuesday, March 19
Backstage on the Ballet with Richmond Ballet on East Canal Street. 10am-6:30pm. A special sneak peek of company dancers and The School of Richmond Ballet while they train and rehearse in the studios at Richmond Ballet’s spectacular home base. Participants will also be able to take a free Rhythm and Motion Class, a new dance-based workout originating in San Francisco, offered exclusively in Richmond by Richmond Ballet.
Animal Feedings at Richmond Metro Zoo 11am and 4pm. Learn about our African penguins at the 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily feedings. Join in our keeper question and answer sessions.
C Street Celebration at 7pm. C Street will continue to help celebrate Leap Week with the company dancers and drink specials. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Richmond Ballet. Reservations recommended.
Live Science Demonstrations – 9:30am. Daily presentations bring science to life! Join us as we freeze a penny with liquid nitrogen, dissect a cow eye and coach our rat basketball teams to victory! Call ahead for a schedule and for more information.
“Cool” Ways to Respond to “Hot” Buttons (Parents of Children 4-9 yrs) from 6:30-8:30 pm. Delivered Commonwealth Parenting.
Wednesday, March 20
Wine Down to benefit Prom Bring It!
All Fired Up - Wet Clay Wednesday is March 20th so come build a masterpiece from 1lb of wet clay for only $10.
Piccadilly Circus at Meadow Events Park.
Assemble – An Exhibition of Original Art - 5:30pm-8:30pm. Five acclaimed local artists will showcase their original art, which depicts Richmond Ballet dancers. There will also be an exclusive professional company rehearsal viewing. In addition, a reception will be held with the artists and company dancers which is generously sponsored by U.S. Trust. Evening by invitation only.
Ready, Set, Play! (Parents/Caregivers of Children birth-5 years) from 6:30-8:30 pm. Delivered Commonwealth Parenting.
“Ballet in the ‘Burbs”—events and performances including Minds In Motion Team XXL in surrounding counties. Specific performance locations to be announced.
Thursday, March 21
Piccadilly Circus at Meadow Events Park.
Eggstravaganza at Dorey Park. For ages 1-5 with an adult. Celebrate spring while attending this fun-packed morning at Dorey Park. Activities include a puppet show, carnival activities, a springtime treat, face painting, and more. Don’t forget to bring your baskets and join us for the egg hunt finale! Information: Janice Parker, 501-5809.
Carrie Underwood at Richmond Coliseum. 7:30pm. You don’t want to miss out on seeing this concert so get your tickets today for the best available seats!
College Freshman Money Madness & Pizza Night – Registration required - Tuckahoe Area Library at 6:00 pm. This one hour class is specifically geared toward rising and current college freshmen. A representative from the Virginia Credit Union will discuss practical and useful tips for money and debt management for young adults on their own for the first time. We’ll provide pizza! Open to students and parents. Call 290-9100 x5 to register.
Joe Klein, TIME Magazine columnist, and MEDARVA - Caring for the elderly.
Carrots, Stickers, M&Ms and Hugs: How to Motivate Your Kids and Not Feel Guilty (Parents of Children Birth-8 yrs) from 9:30-10:30 am. Delivered Commonwealth Parenting.
Friday, March 22
Family Fun Night - All Saints Preschool is putting together a free family fun night featuring a local musician, food from Chick-fil-A, activities, and prizes. Visit this link to their facebook page: 6:30pm-8pm.
Richmond Ballet and The Royal Ballet School will continue their collaboration with a performance featuring The Royal Ballet School Graduate Class visiting from London and members of Richmond Ballet II, the touring company, in the Studio Theatre, followed by a reception with dancers and artistic staff. Richmond is one of only two destinations on The Royal Ballet School’s U.S. trip; the other stop on their tour will be New York City, where they will perform with American Ballet Theatre’s Studio Company.
Teen Choice Live at the Richmond Coliseum 7:00pm.
Friday, March 23
STUCK tour to raise adoption awareness for 60 cities in 78 days.
Cinderella Dreams Shopping Event - It’s a dream for all involved – your teen can get a prom dress & accessories for free (or an optional $5 donation). The Cinderella Dreams Prom Dress Project , a cornerstone project of the Midlothian Junior Women’s Club is held each spring.
Richmond Symphony Union First Market Bank LolliPops: Come Dance with Us at 11am. Pre-concert festival begins at 10am, where children and their families will enjoy the instrument petting zoo, musical games and more!
The Croods: Piranhakeet Chomper at 10am at local Lowes Stores. Free event – Your child will love this kit! Bring them in this weekend to build this awesome Piranhakeet Chomper inspired by DreamWorks Animation’s THE CROODS! Registration required.
Richmond Raiders Game at 7:00 pm. Richmond Coliseum.
Pinwheel Planting – Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens - Every April – during Child Abuse Prevention Month – PCAV and many of its 43 partner organizations around the state plant pinwheel gardens in honor of children in their communities. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens in Richmond hosts the state’s signature pinwheel garden every year near a lake in the Children’s Garden. Each year, volunteers plant nearly 4,000 pinwheels to celebrate Virginia youths.
The Simon Kidgits Club Kidgits Eggstravaganza: 2-4p.m. Food Court. Kids will enjoy games, prizes, giveaways, sweet treats, visits from the Easter Bunny and much more! Not a Kidgits member? It’s only $5 to join. Visit Simon Guest Services or www.simonkidgitsclub.com for more details.
National Reading Month Celebration at 11am at all CMoR locations.
Tickles & Giggles Consignment Sales.
Woolridge Health & Safety Family 5k Run/Walk and Kids 1 Mile Obstacle Course – 9am-11:30am.
Run to Rebuild Richmond 5k at River Road United Methodist Church
Walk MS at Innsbrook. When you participate in Walk MS, the funds you raise give hope to the more than 7,000 people living with MS in our community.
Saturday, March 24
Caring Bunny: Sunday, March 24, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in jcpenney Court. Virginia Center Commons will welcome the Caring Bunny, allowing children with special needs to be welcomed into a photo environment designed to support their sensory, physical and developmental needs.
Richmond Ballet - The Royal Ballet School and Richmond Ballet II Performance at 2pm. The final performance of the Royal Ballet School Graduate Class visiting from London and members of Richmond Ballet II in the Studio Theatre.
Sunday, March 25
Game Night at Dumbarton Area Library on Monday, March 25, 7:00 pm. Teens and tweens come by to play Wii games and board games. There will be refreshments!
