Tuesday, December 31, 2013; 10 am-1 pm
Bring in the noon year with a party complete with a countdown to noon, a drop of 2014 brightly colored bouncy balls and cooking in the Boost! Kitchen, complete with tasty, healthy samples! Included with exhibit admission, free for members.
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Celebrate with us as the Museum shares its biggest new, permanent exhibition in a decade and heralds the start of new, exciting things to come. Boost! challenges your perception of health and wellness in a way that is personalized and playful! Included with exhibit admission, free for members. Boost! your creativity, flexibility, memory, strength…(well, you get the picture).
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When is the last time you really looked at your ears, rolled your tongue in the mirror and studied your finger tips? Identity: An Exhibition of You is the latest temporary exhibit at the Science Museum of Virginia and it’s all about me. Well, to me it was, but when you go it will be all about you.
So, what are the things that make you who you are?
When you start through the exhibit, you first learn about your physical traits and how genetics shapes them, as you move through the exhibit, you’ll discover more about your inner self in some pretty amazing ways! What can your nose tell you about whether or not you like new experiences? How does your reaction to a picture of flowers reflect how outgoing you are? Do you think male or female? One I found particularly fascinating, what gender biases do you have?
Identity stands alone as a great exhibit, but it’s also a perfect paring with SMV’s new permanent exhibit Boost!
If the Science Museum had nothing else in it, the ability to visit Boost! any day you want is worth the price of a membership. The exhibit is beautiful, with plenty of space to move around and explore, which is great because with Boost! you are guaranteed to move!
First, relax and exercise your mind and body with a little bit of yoga, test your reflexes and your strength and learn to tightrope walk. Then, head to the kitchen stadium to give your health a boost. A full sized kitchen stands in the middle of the exhibit, where you can sample snacks like popcorn (drizzled with chocolate), kale chips to meals like butternut squash soup. If you discover something you love, grab a recipe for healthy food at home.
After your snack, compose music using animatronic instruments, build your memory and discover what makes you happy. Come back again and again with your QR chip or the Boost! app (leave it to the SMV to take full advantage of technology) and see your progress over time.
If you’re looking for a great way to wear the kids out while they get their learn on AND have fun yourself while doing it, make your way to the Science Museum of Virginia. You won’t regret it.
Identity: An Exhibition of You
is open now until January 4, 2014.
Free with price of admission.
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Permanent Exhibit at the Science Museum
Boost! Opens, Signaling Beginning of Multi-Year Transformation for the Museum – Now Open! Celebrate with us as the Museum shares its biggest new, permanent exhibition in a decade and heralds the start of new, exciting things to come. Boost! challenges your perception of health and wellness in a way that is personalized and playful! Included with exhibit admission- $11 with $1 discounts for ages 4-12 and 60+. Free for members. Read our review here.
Now Through August 4
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of The Music Man at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre on Friday, June 28 with a Preview on June 27. The show runs through August 4, 2013. Read about it here.
Now Through August 18
SYMMETREES at The Science Museum of Virginia. Photographer and sculptor John Moser shares his unique view of fallen trees in Central Virginia forests by capturing their photos, then enhancing them so that the images take on a life of their own. Included with exhibit admission. Free for members.
Now Through September 6
Flight of the Butterflies – The Science Museum of Virginia: Read our Real Richmond Review.Migrate with hundreds of millions of Monarch butterflies across North America! Discover the hideaway of these magnificent creatures – a secret that was unlocked after 40 years of research by Dr. Fred Urquhart. Immerse yourself in this compelling adventure as you find a super generation of butterflies who miraculously travel to a new and remote destination. Experience firsthand the beauty of the migration cycle of butterflies spanning not only thousands of miles but generations!
To The Arctic at The Science Museum of Virginia: Through September 6, 2013. Venture across floating ice with a mother polar bear and her two cubs as you take an extraordinary journey into the Arctic. Discover the constant struggle for survival as they face natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. Travel with a herd of caribou to their calving ground and plunge into the ethereal underwater world of waltzing walruses! Gaze across an exquisite spectacle of sapphire white as you see hundreds of miles of snow-bound peaks in this breath-taking film!
Hubble. Journey through distant galaxies and accompany astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk. Experience an exhilarating raft ride down the Colorado River with a team of explorers including renowned river advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anthropologist Wade Davis. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Now Through September 29
Robots + Us at The Science Museum. The Museum is open 9:30am-5pm on Memorial Day. What differentiates humans and robots? Explore what it means to be human by examining how lifelike machines emulate four major categories of human capabilities: moving, sensing, thinking and being. Take a closer look into robotics, computer science and biomedical engineering as you encounter interactive components, videos and much more! It’s here now through September 29, 2013!
Plan ahead: Opening July 12, 2013 Through August 1, 2013
Virginia Repertory Theatre celebrates the 60th anniversary of the founding of Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern with a production of Steel Magnolias featuring an all-star cast. Click here for more information.
ALL WEEK
Take advantage of CMoR’s extended summer hours with fun activities each weeknight! All Summer Nights activities are free with museum admission. A variety of food options are available at the Seymour Snack Shack including frozen yogurt, popcorn, snow cones and a variety of hot and cold beverages like coffee and juice.
Monday, July 1, 2013
Free morning movie at Atlee. Atlee Library, 9161 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 – 10:30 a.m. Popcorn & drinks provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. (804) 559-0654
Tuesday, July 2
Westchester Commons Kid’s Club. Crafts, games and story time. Free fun for parents and kids.
Summer Movie Express. Each Tuesday and Wednesday for nine weeks, G and PG movies will be shown for $1. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Will Rogers Foundation.
Summer Film Series. Free each Tuesday and Wednesday through August 21, family-friendly movies will be shown. Seating is limited, doors open at 9:00 a.m.
Dig into Crafts at West End Library. Create a fun dinosaur for free. 5420 Patterson Avenue, Richmond. 3-4pm.
Movie and Pizza Night at Cochrane Rockville Library at 5:30pm. Cochrane Rockville Library, 16600 Pouncey Tract Road, Rockville, VA 23146 5:30 p.m. “Beneath the Surface” Movie & Pizza Night Ages 11 & up. See a great movie about an unexpected journey with your friends. Pizza provided by the Friends of the Rockville Library. (804) 749-3146
Maymont Park Summer Season Tour. Guided tours on the half-hour show how summer heat affected adaptations at home, fashion, and travel 100 years ago. Learn details of Swannanoa, the Dooley’ summer retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Repeats Tuesday – Sunday each week.
Wednesday, July 3
Innsbrook After Hours. Gates open at 5:00pm, and concert-goers will be introduced to a significantly expanded food court with seating and pre show specials, as well as a marketplace with entertainment for patrons to enjoy prior to the show.
Summer Movie Express. Each Tuesday and Wednesday for nine weeks, G and PG movies will be shown for $1. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Will Rogers Foundation.
Summer Film Series. Free each Tuesday and Wednesday through August 21, family-friendly movies will be shown. Seating is limited, doors open at 9:00 a.m.
RVA Food Trucks at Chesterfield Mall. Expect trucks like Soul Ice, Boka, Mr. Softy, Habanero, Almadina, Paris Creperie, The Dog Wagon, Station 2, P&T Kitchen, Grate Pizza, Chupacabra, Super Fresh, Slideways Mobile Bistro, Croaker Spot, King of Pops, Thai Cabin, Flynn’s Foods, and The Meatball Company. Tables and chairs will be set out. Each event will be based on weather permitting. Check the mall’s Facebook every Wednesday at 3 p.m. to confirm the night’s event.
Genworth Independence Day Celebration. Join Genworth on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 to celebrate freedom with the Heritage of America Band. The concert will begin at 6:30pm at Genworth Financial’s World Headquarters located at 6620 West Broad Street. The concert will be immediately followed by our 7th annual fireworks display. Children and adults of all ages are welcome, but please, leave your pets at home. We will have face painting, balloons, giveaways, food vendors and much more.
RVA Fireworks on the James. RVA Fireworks on the James is a FREE “Patriotic Family Fun” event that will feature performances by SPARC (School of Performing Arts in the Richmond Community), the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra and the Richmond Ballet’s “Minds in Motion.” Food Vendors will be on Brown’s Island and the public is invited to bring a picnic (alcohol and pets not permitted) and a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy music. In case of rain, event is July 5th.
Bilingual Story Time. 6:30pm-7:15 pm. Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond. Parents and children can enjoy this read-aloud English/Spanish that grows language and literacy skills, paving the way for school preparedness.
Maymont Park Summer Season Tour. Guided tours on the half-hour show how summer heat affected adaptations at home, fashion, and travel 100 years ago. Learn details of Swannanoa, the Dooley’ summer retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Repeats Tuesday – Sunday each week.
Lewis Ginter Drop in and Dig. 1-3pm. Families are invited to drop-in and participate in simple, easy to learn gardening tasks under the guidance of Children’s Garden staff and volunteers.
Thursday, July 4
Happy Birthday America!
Click here for a complete listing of July 4th celebrations, fireworks, and more!
The Flying Squirrels July 4 celebration and game. Celebrate Independence Day at The Diamond and enjoy one of our 24 Firework Extravaganza following the conclusion of the game.
Friday, July 5
Busytown at Virginia Rep. Virginia Rep is thrilled to offer donuts from Dixie Donuts as special treats before and after the show.
Kids Fun Night at All Fired Up from 6-8pm. Kids create fun projects and dinner is included. Call 804.744.5506 to register.
Broad Rock Sports Complex Movies in the Park. 8pm-10pm. Bring food, a blanket, and a chair and enjoy the movie beginning at dark. Paranorman showing on July 5. Call 804.646.5733 with questions.
The Flying Squirrels vs. Akron. Enjoy one of our 24 Firework Extravaganza following the conclusion of the game. Patriotic Jersey auction benefits Special Olympics of Virginia.
Free Friday Morning Movie at Goochland Library, 3075 River Road West, Goochland, VA 10:00 a.m. Friday Morning Movie See a great kids’ movie on the big screen every Friday in July, beginning July 5. Popcorn provided by the Friends of the Goochland Library.
Henrico Theatre $1 showing of Shrek. 305 E. Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA.
All American Celebration at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. Free admission all day, celebration is from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Guests are invited to wear red, white and blue and bring wagons and strollers to decorate for a parade. Enjoy music, water play and fun activities in the Children’s Garden.
Saturday, July 6
The Flying Squirrels. Enjoy one of our 24 Firework Extravaganza following the conclusion of the game.
Henrico Theatre $1 showing of Shrek. 305 E. Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA.
Maymont Glow Run. Non-timed, 3-mile run/walk for families and people of all ages. You can enjoy glow sticks, laid-back fun and the beauty of the Maymont surroundings. There will be a DJ and party afterwards! Children 7 and under are free. The party starts at 7pm and the race begins at 8pm with prizes and lots of fun. Proceeds benefit Maymont.
Storytime with Arthur at Barnes & Noble. 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Chesterfield Towne Center. Join us for a special Storytime with Arthur! We will have stories about Arthur and all of his friends as well as snacks, crafts and a visit from our anteater friend!
Powhatan State Park Grand Opening from 10am-5pm. Visit Virginia’s newest state park along the banks of the historic James River. Activities all day, and a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 2:00 p.m. 800-933-PARK. It’s all free.
PIE WALK & Pie Tasting at Whole Foods. Enjoy pie fun from 11am-1pm at Whole Foods in Short Pump. It’s just like a cake walk but with pies and so fun!
Sunday, July 7
Flying Squirrels Mascot Innertube Giveaway. The Flying Squirrels are back at home versus Akron. Squirrel Tails Kids Club members eat free on Sunday. Presented by Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU & 98.9 Liberty
Free Puppet Show at Byrd Park – Dogwood Dell. 4pm-5pm at the Ha’Penny Stage Applause Unlimited will be staging a puppet show of a Hans Christian Andersen story.
Open Studio Sundays from 1pm-4pm. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – Free Family Programs.
Dogwood Dell Concert with classic rock from My Uncle’s Old Army Buddies on the main state. Free event. 6000 south Boulevard, Richmond.
Colonial Down Family and Friends Day from 1pm-5pm. Discounted admission with online coupon, includes four track admissions, race programs, coloring books, tip sheets, four hot dogs, four soft drinks and exclusive prize drawing entries. Repeats each Sunday.
Boost! is the Science Museum of Virginia‘s first new permanent exhibit in a decade. It’s Amazing and it opens this weekend! If you’re looking to Boost! your creativity, flexibility, memory, strength…(well, you get the picture) this is the place to be.
By using cutting-edge technology, Boost! allows visitors to personalize their experience, track performance and playfully compete with friends and family.
From watching popcorn on the cob being made in the incredible full scale Kitchen Stadium to laying down your own percussion tracks on “More Cowbell” , SMV’s new exhibit will tantalize and mesmerize while challenging your perceptions of wellness, self-improvement and your interactions with the world around you.
When you first enter the exhibit, you receive a chip with a QR code, which you can use to track your results throughout the interactive exhibit. The chip is yours to keep, so you can take it back to the Science Museum and track your progress over time. Challenge yourself (or your whole family) to become more flexible, develop better balancing skills or improve memory.
Brian and I were lucky enough to get a sneak peak at Boost! and this is some of what we learned:
- With a bit of practice, we could both learn to walk a tight rope!
- Brian could squeeze me into a travel golf bag if he ever needed to (which I sure hope he doesn’t).
- Brian can bench press WAY more than me, big surprise, but I can jump higher than him relative to our respective heights.
- The interactive yoga exhibit is REALLY popular…we didn’t get a chance to test it out this time, but I’m really excited to go back and play around with that one!!
- We both need more sleep and LOTS more play time.
Boost! opens Saturday, June 22nd, and if you can pry yourself away from the exhibit, don’t forget to enjoy everything from Robots to live performances at the Spring N2 Summer celebration’s special outdoor activities and live science demonstrations. Included with general admission and free for members!
For more details on Boost! and other Science Museum of Virginia exhibits and events, please visit: www.smv.org or call 804.464.1400.
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