This is what the theater looks like underneath the screen. (I would hate to be the one who had to hang that light!)
The Dome at the Science Museum of Virginia is closed for the start of the New Year, and while we’ll temporarily miss our favorite way to watch a movie, we are really excited to see it when it reopens in March!
In the meantime, what exactly are they doing under that rounded roof? As if seeing an IMAX movie in the dome wasn’t cool enough, the Science Museum of Virginia is in the process of installing a brand new state of the art NanoSeam™ screen and 3D projection system for an awe-inspiring trip into the cosmos. I got a chance to completely geek-out over the renovation when Justin Bartel SMV’s Immersive Experience Specialist (cool title, huh?) showed me around.
Stepping out onto the plywood floor, I stood on top of the jungle of scaffolding which has overtaken the seats below. With the old panels removed, you can see the whole skeleton of the dome and the speakers that hide behind the screen to create that totally amazing surround sound.
On the old screen, when images moved across the screen you could see a slight ripple-effect as the panels had a slight overlap; the new panels, however, will be completely flush for totally smooth movement across the screen. But the new screen isn’t the only thing to give the Science Museum of Virginia some bragging rights.
The white screen has tiny holes for speaker behind to create a totally immersive surround sound.
The museum is also upping the “wow factor” with a 5-projector system creates over 14x the resolution of HDTV!
A typical HDTV screen has about 2 million pixels and a 4K full dome system has about 11 million, but the new Digistar 5 will combine 5 projectors for 30 million pixels. (I can’t even THINK of how many pixels that is without my head spinning.)
In addition to a smoother and brighter showing of films you already know and love, new digital movies will be added to the collection and will really show off the new upgrade The new films and projectors have the ability to use the full screen for images (typically only 2/3 of the screen is used) so you’ll even have images behind you.
Cosmic Expeditions, an extraordinary addition to the Science Museum’s offerings, will be the perfect chance to learn a little something while seeing all this new system can do. During a daily trip through space, visitors will be allowed to ask questions, and make requests so you can come back again and again and see something new every time. Remember that trip to the planetarium you took a million years ago? You won’t believe how much it has changed!
So hang tight, IMAX lovers!! Really, really cool things are happening under that dome!
We’ll keep you updated when they are ready to reopen!
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ONGOING
Now Through March 1
Rocky Mountain Express (film in IMAX®DOME) Through-Friday March 1 – Join in the epic adventure of building Canada’s first transcontinental railway as you are propelled on a steam train journey through the Canadian Rockies. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Now Through March 10
No Two Alike: Snow Crystal Microphotography. Explore the work of physicist Kenneth G. Libbrecht which captures intricate details of snow crystals. Peruse snow facts find out the answer to the question “Is it true that no two snowflakes alike?” Included with exhibit admission.
Element 50 — Tin: Now-Sunday, March 10 – Artist Paul Teeples creates sculptures by repurposing castoff architectural and domestic items. Explore this display of works created from tin items that were discarded or found in thrift shops. Located in Periodic Table café.
March 1 – 7, 2013
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday at many local Henrico Library events throughout the week.
March 1-30, 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!
Friday March 15 – 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 April 28, 2013
Raise the Roof at the Science Museum of Virginia. Check out our Real Richmond Review 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
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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.
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.
April 1-5, 2013
Spring Break Teen Money Camp. Different locations and times throughout the week. In partnership with Virginia Credit Union.
April 1 – 30, 2013
4th Annual LEGO Contest and Display. Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! It is time for the 4th annual Twin Hickory LEGO Contest.
April is E-Cycle month at the Museum, April 1-30, benefitting VirginiaFIRST. Drop off unwanted electronic devices including computers, mp3s, smart phones, cell phones, televisions and other electronics for recycling. We accept broken and working equipment, batteries, cables and chargers, etc. Anything with data will be wiped to DOD standards. Free.
Events This Week
Monday, February 25
All Fired Up After School Art. Fun art projects.
Tuesday, February 26
Book Talk: Amplifying Our Witness: Giving Voice to Adolescents with Developmental Disabilities. 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Wednesday, February 27
To The Arctic (film in IMAX®DOME). Wednesday, February 27, 11 am, 2 and 4 pm – Celebrate International Polar Bear Day by visiting a mother polar bear and her two seven-month old cubs as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home in To the Arctic. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Science of Beer . 7-8:45 pm – Join members of the Universe Society to discover the science of beer and secrets of home brewing from Tenth & Blake Trade Brewer and Cicerone® Ben Dolphens. Must be 21 or older. $20 or $18 for Universe Society members. For reservations call 804.864.1548, email celliott@smv.org or visit the website.
eMommie Flash Sale - Help us lighten our load and save HUGE with most items around $5.00! R.S.V.P. to the sale by emailing rsvp@emommie.com and we’ll add you to our VIP list for a Buy One, Get One FREE pass on most items! Wed, February 27th – 11 am to 4 pm.
Lyme Disease in Virginia presented by Dr. David N. Gaines, Virginia Department of Health, Office of Epidemiology.
Thursday, February 28
Author series with Dan Zevin. Dan Gets a Minivan:Life at the intersection of Dude and Dad. Weinstein JCC, February 28, 7 p.m. Free and open to the community.
Sweet Frog to benefit Connor’s Heroes. Click for details. February 28th only.
Children’s Storytime. On the third Thursday of each month, we’ll have a special visit from Seymour and the Children’s Museum at Barnes & Noble Short Pump at 10:30am.
Friday, March 1
STUCK. Don’t miss it as they come through Richmond! They need your support!
Virginia Rep Children’s Theatre of Virginia: ‘Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile’ on March 1 at Willow Lawn opens.
Cinema Classics series, $1 buys your ticket to 2001 A Space Odyssey at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1, & at 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013. Henrico Theatre is located at 305 E. Nine Mile Rd., Henrico. 804-328-4491
Advance Auto Parts® Thunder Nationals is proud to announce a monster truck tour coming to the Richmond Coliseum March 1-2, 2013. Expect to see outrageous jumps, crushed cars, plenty of concrete-streaking action, and some of the most incredible donuts ever at the Advance Auto Parts® Thunder Nationals® tour.
All Fired Up – Kids, join us at All Fired Up on Friday, March 1st from 6-8pm for some pottery painting, wet clay making and pizza! We’ll paint an Easter-themed bisque piece, and make an Easter basket out of wet clay! A pizza dinner is included! The cost is just $25 per child! Pre-registration is required to attend, so call by noon on Friday, March 1st!
37th Annual Richmond Home and Garden Show at the Richmond Raceway Complex. 12noon to 8pm. Richmonds Largest Home & Garden Show with hundreds of companies showcasing the latest products and designs in landscaping, decorating, remodeling and building all in one convenient location!
Science Museum Camp In. Try your hand at designing and building structures, watch a giant-screen film in the IMAX®DOME and explore Museum exhibits after hours at this fun overnight!
Saturday, March 2
Advance Auto Parts® Thunder Nationals is proud to announce a monster truck tour coming to the Richmond Coliseum March 1-2, 2013. Expect to see outrageous jumps, crushed cars, plenty of concrete-streaking action, and some of the most incredible donuts ever at the Advance Auto Parts® Thunder Nationals® tour.
Home Depot. Kids workshop takes place from 9:00 a.m.-noon, and kids leave with their project, a free kid’s orange apron, commemorative pin, & certificate of achievement.
Cinema Classics series, $1 buys your ticket to 2001 A Space Odyssey at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1, & at 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013. Henrico Theatre is located at 305 E. Nine Mile Rd., Henrico. 804-328-4491
Kite Festival in Henrico at Dorey Park. 10am-4pm. Will March blow in like a lion? Henrico’s kite enthusiasts certainly hope so! The Richmond Air Force Kite Club in cooperation with Henrico Recreation and Parks invite you to join us for a day of kite flying, children’s activities, exhibits, demonstrations, and more. Free kites to the first 300 kids! Children’s activities and exhibits will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Demonstrations and public kite flying will be available 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase. Information: Rachel Lindsey, 501-5134.
Jig by the James at 9am. Start your March off with a hop and a jig and see Irish dancing at its best. See Irish dancers from across the region compete in solo and group dances. This is event is the ONLY one of its kind in Richmond! Acca Shrine Ballroom, 1712 Bellevue Avenue, Richmond, VA.
Twilight Carniball Destination Germany at the Children’s Museum of Richmond. College Nannies is providing childcare too! Enjoy an adult evening of fun.
13th Annual Holton Hustle 5k Fest. Stop by and say hello at our Richmondmom.com booth.
Pottery Barn locations for a free Create a Custom Easter Basket event.
Pottery Barn Kids free Read Across America Day event including a Dr. Seuss story time and crafts. Visit site for information and locations.
Sunday, March 3
Williams-Sonoma for free Fresh, Fast, & Fabulous event featuring timesaving tips & products that’ll help you prepare a healthy dinner in 30 minutes or less. RSVP at your local store.
Open Studio Sundays at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. From 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, 2013, bring the kids (ages 3-12) to the Art Education Center to create a free make-it & take-it art project inspired by VMFA’s collection.
Have an event to add to our calendar? Email us at kate@richmondmom.com!
Check out our contests for tickets to Richmond Kids Expo & Babies Too, and the Ringling Brothers Circus! And don’t miss our mega-listing of Richmond Summer Camp 2013 options for kids of all ages.
ALWAYS check dates, times and locations of events as they may change after posting here.
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Ongoing
Beginning February 11!
After School Enrichment Programs at All Fired Up. Foster your child’s love of art while instilling practical skills with one of All Fired Up’s After School Programs.
February 11-16, 2013
Women Build Needs Volunteers to Build a House!
Through February 13, 2013
Reduced admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens for a “Winter Special”!
Mommy & Me at Willow Lawn from 10am-11:30am. Visit with Katie Mardigian at the Richmondmom.com table to pick up Savvy Saver cards and a sweet treat!
Through March 1
Rocky Mountain Express (film in IMAX®DOME) Through-Friday March 1 – Join in the epic adventure of building Canada’s first transcontinental railway as you are propelled on a steam train journey through the Canadian Rockies. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
Through March 10
No Two Alike: Snow Crystal Microphotography. Explore the work of physicist Kenneth G. Libbrecht which captures intricate details of snow crystals. Peruse snow facts find out the answer to the question “Is it true that no two snowflakes alike?” Included with exhibit admission.
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.
Through May 12, 2013
Raise the Roof at the Science Museum of Virginia. 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.
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.
February 19-24, 2013
Mary Poppins at the Landmark Theatre.
This Week’s Events
Monday, February 11
Words That Work With Preschoolers (Parents of children 2-4 years). 6:30pm-8:30pm. Delivered by Commonwealth Parenting.
Member Monday Silver Diner at CMoR Short Pump from 11am-1pm.
Tuesday, February 12
FREE admission to CMoR Chesterfield for ‘Pit Stop’ Exhibit – get behind the wheel of a NASCAR race car and enjoy lots of NASCAR fun!
Bully DVD to be released.
Tuesday Trail Tales at CMoR Central. 10:30am.
Short Pump Pals Clubhouse Meeting with Hope Harris. FREE at 11am at Short Pump Mall. Independent children’s musician Hope Harris will be whipping up her own brand of theatrical musical fun!
Wednesday, February 13
Richmond Waldorf School Observation Day. 8:30am-10am. 1000 Westover Hills Boulevard, Richmond, VA23225. Come see Waldorf education in action while visiting various classrooms promptly at 8:30 AM. Parents will also have the opportunity to watch an informational DVD and time for conversations and questions. If this date does not suit your schedule, please contact the Admissions Counselor, Amy Holland at: aholland@richmondwaldorf.com for a private tour of the school. This event is for parents to attend only. Please register.
Fighters, Biters, Pushers & Smushers (Parents of children 1-3 years). 12:30pm-1:30pm. Delivered by Commonwealth Parenting.
Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! Get the Sillies Out! The Landmark. Featuring the one and only DJ Lance Rock, plus Muno, Foofa, Brobee, Toodee, and Plex, and of course, hip hop legend Biz Markie. Visit the website for show times and fees.
Thursday, February 14
Happy Valentine’s Day!
One Billion Rising to end violence against girls and women.
Spirited Art Valentine’s Day specials. Make plans to join us on the 14th for Girls’ Night Out with our brand new Carrie’s Cosmo painting, or reserve a spot for you & your sweetie (or just a friend!) for our Date Night class. View our calendar to see our kids’ classes, Create Dates, and Valentine’s Open Studio for the whole family!
Children’s Story Time: Toddlers and Preschoolers at Barnes & Noble Short Pump. Join 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.
Friday February 15 – Sunday February 17
The LEGO® KidsFest February 15-17 – More fun than you can imagine with LEGO bricks everywhere!
Friday, February 15
LiveSky: Light Pollution: Blinded by the Light. 6pm. Science Museum of Virginia. Discover why you’re blinded by the light if you’re in the city and trying to see the broad band of the Milky Way arching across a dark sky, as you find out about light pollution. $5, free for Museum members.
Parent’s Night Out for Valentine’s Day with AIM. Drop off the kids at AIM and head out for a romantic dinner to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Kids will enjoy obstacle courses, relay races, games, crafts, a movie, and a pizza dinner. All activities will be led by AIM Director Casey Royer and other staff. AIM students and non-AIM students are welcome, so spread the word! Email casey@artsinmotionda.com to reserve your child’s spot. Space for this event is limited, so be sure to email quickly!
Arena Racing. 7pm at the Richmond Coliseum. Drivers in ½ scale stock cars racing around high banked race track turning laps in UNDER 8 seconds flat while competing side-by-side–bumping, rubbing, flipping and racing in the Richmond Coliseum.
Target $1 Family Night. 5pm-7:30pm. Children’s Museum – Central. Bring the whole family to enjoy what The Children’s Museum has to offer from 5:00-7:30pm on the third Friday of every month for just $1 per person!
The LEGO® KidsFest February 15-17 – More fun than you can imagine with LEGO brick
Saturday, February 16
forty one gala: Noah’s Children, central Virginia’s only pediatric palliative care and hospice program, will host its annual gala February 16 at The Jefferson Hotel, starting at 7 p.m.
Stories at the Museum.The educator-led story times start at 11:00 a.m., and stories are selected based on each month’s theme. February is Black History Month, and the Stories at the Museum event on February 16, 2013, features Visiting Langston by Willie Perdomo.
Valentine’s Kids Night Out at Romp n’ Roll! Romp n’ Roll (all locations! 5-8pm) is happy to announce a special Kids Night Out event for children ages 2-5 years. It includes three hours of Romp n’ Roll fun, including the creation of a special Valentine art project. Kids will also be treated to a pizza dinner and plenty of gym and music time. This is the perfect opportunity to schedule a night out with your valentine while knowing your child is having a blast at Romp n’ Roll.
Great Backyard Bird Count at Pocahontas State Park from 9:30am-11:30am. Bird’s Eye View, Recreational Tree Climb with Riverside Outfitters. Registration required for tree climb, call 804-796-4255. The fee is $18/person.
Love Rox Half Marathon & 10K at Belle Isle at 10:00am.
Prevent Child Abuse Virginia’s 4th Annual BE MINE BALL from 7:30pm – 10:30pm at VMFA. Join friends and supporters of Prevent Child Abuse Virginia at its annual fundraising ball the weekend after Valentine’s Day.
Yoga is for Lovers at the Hippodrome Theater. All levels welcome.
Storyteller Donna Washington at the Meadowdale Library at 1:30pm. Let Brer Rabbit, Anasi the Spider, Brother Sun and many others take you on a rollicking romp through African and African-American stories with children’s book author and master storyteller Donna Washington
Phil Wiggins Performance. Workshop at 11am, Performance at 1pm. Children’s Museum – Central. Enjoy a special performances celebrating African American culture and history. Learn to play the harmonica and enjoy a performance with musician Phil Wiggins. Event is free with museum admission.
Arena Racing. 7 p.m. at the Richmond Coliseum – drivers in ½ scale stock cars racing around high banked race track turning laps in UNDER 8 seconds flat while competing side-by-side–bumping, rubbing, flipping and racing in the Richmond Coliseum.
The LEGO® KidsFest February 15-17 – More fun than you can imagine with LEGO brick
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Events continuing in the coming weeks, and a list of events just for this week too! Have fun and enjoy. Also, visit our mega-listing of After School Activities too where you’ll find plenty of fun for kids of all ages. You can visit our “Live a Little, Give a Little” section for lots of upcoming events for fundraisers including Go Red Day, CJSTUF Ball, Race to Protect Children, ‘forty one’, Westchester Shamrock Race, and lots more!
Don’t forget to check your Richmondmom.com Savvy Saver card for great savings at many local events and activities for kids and adults. Don’t have a card? No worries – download a copy here!
Always verify event locations and times via websites since they may change after this information is posted.
Ongoing
Now through January 23
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.
Now through January 31
January 18 – February 10
The Magic Flute: Virginia Rep’s Children’s Theatre of Virginia kicks off 2013 with The Magic Flute on Friday, January 18 at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond, Virginia. The show is part of the Acts of Faith Theatre Festival and will run through February 10, 2013.
Now through March 1
Rocky Mountain Express (film in IMAX®DOME) Through-Friday March 1 – Join in the epic adventure of building Canada’s first transcontinental railway as you are propelled on a steam train journey through the Canadian Rockies. $9 general admission, $5 for members.
February 19-24, 2013
Mary Poppins at the Landmark Theatre.
Events by day of the month
Monday, January 14
Monday Member Lounge at CMoR Short Pump – Indulge in lunch items from Silver Diner, including delicious sliders, grilled cheese and fresh cut fruit. Exclusively for members. 11am-1pm.
The Commonwealth Parenting Family Educator, John Richardson-Lauve, will be at the Short Pump site of the Children’s Museum of Richmond from 10am-12pm. He will be there to answer your questions and provide resources. Come stop by!
Tuesday, January 15
Beyond time Out by Commonwealth Parenting. Helping our kids to learn to behave is one of the biggest challenges as parents. One of our primary roles with our children is to be a teacher. Come learn the tricks and the science of teaching your children to manage his/her own behavior.
Seymour at Chick-fil-A Kids Night - Join Seymour the Dinosaur at Chick-Fil-A in Midlothian for an evening of story telling! Plus, bring a new or gently used children’s book for the CMoR Book Bank and get a free Icedream or cookie! Location: 12301 Chattanooga Plaza, Midlothian, VA 23112 – 5pm-7pm.
Young at Art at the VFMA. Fun for kids. Enjoy inspiring stories, art activities, and visits to the galleries! Children can also explore puzzles, movement games, and other early childhood learning toys located in the Art Education Center. Note: Each month has a different theme with new lessons introduced weekly.
Tuesday Trail Tails at CMoR Chesterfield. 10:30 am. Join us for tales of different plants, animals, and other discoveries that can be made along the trail!
Wednesday, January 16
Fighters, Biters, Pushers, Smushers (Parents of Children 1-3 yrs) – Why is it that toddlers are so likely to fight, bite, push, and smush each other? Is your little one sometimes aggressive at playgroups or in childcare settings? Learn why it is a typical part of childhood development and get ideas for handling it with Commonwealth Parenting.
Lunch Break Science at the Science Museum of Virginia – Make a New Year’s Resolution to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle presented by Central Virginia Waste Management Authority Public Information Coordinator Nancy Drumheller.
Thursday, January 17
Young at Art at the VFMA. Fun for kids. Enjoy inspiring stories, art activities, and visits to the galleries! Children can also explore puzzles, movement games, and other early childhood learning toys located in the Art Education Center. Note: Each month has a different theme with new lessons introduced weekly.
ADHD: Paths to School Success(Parents of School-Aged Children) – Commonwealth Parenting – Help your child experience more school success from now until the end of the year. Take a look at strategies for working with the child on the symptoms which affect education such as disorganization, procrastination, distraction and fidgeting. Learn to gradually teach your child to be better organized with homework and schedules. Get tips for positive communication between school and home.
Friday, January 18
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Livesky: The Big Bang – Let’s start the year off with a bang. How about the Big Bang?! Join us for a night of exploring the biggest explosion of all time! After the show, weather permitting, join members of the Richmond Astronomical Society as they point telescopes up into the vastness of space!
The Magic Flute kicks off at Virginia Rep Theatre of Virginia. The show is part of the Acts of Faith Theatre Festival and will run through February 10, 2013.
Southern Territorial Brass Band and Choir of the Salvation Army – The Salvation Army’s Southern Territorial Band & Songsters will present a concert of sacred brass and vocal music at Bon Air Baptist Church on Friday, January 18, 2013 at 7:00 pm. In addition to the world class Salvation Army Territorial Band and Songsters, the concert will also feature young musicians from the music outreach programs serving underprivileged children from the Richmond area. The concert is free and open to the public, and there is plenty of free parking.
“The Alabama Lowers the Boom on the USS Hatteras” brown bag lunch talk. On the night of January 11, 1863, the famous and most feared of the Confederate raiders, the CSS Alabama, under the command of Captain Raphael Semmes, lured the Union warship USS Hatteras away from its position guarding a Union position off Galveston, Texas. After the Hatteras had pursued the strange ship flying British colors far enough from the rest of the enemy fleet, Semmes turned on the Hatteras and sunk her.
Acts of Faith preview kickoff at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre.
Target $1 Family Nights at CMoR from 5pm-7:30pm. Bring the whole family to enjoy what The Children’s Museum of Richmond – Central has to offer from 5:00-7:30pm on the third Friday of every month* for just $1 per person!
Saturday, January 19
Snow Days Festival at CMoR – 10am – 4pm – Bring your mittens to CMoR – Central on Saturday, January 19th from 10am – 4pm for our Snow Days Festival! Join us at 11am to see the winner of our 4th Annual Snow Queen scholarship winner be crowned! Then enjoy a special story time with the new Snow Queen and an opportunity for meet and greets!
Take a ride on the Polar Train at CMoR Central - Seymour the Dinosaur has something new for all of the kids this winter! Take a ride on the polar train only at CMoR Central. The train will run on weekends in January and February. Tickets are just $1 at the Museum.
Children’s Sale to benefit Liv Melton who has autism. 8:30am-12noon at Carriage Hill Club House, 7000 Coachman Lane, Richmond. All seasons and sizes of clothing available. Name brands, and many with tags. Toys, feeding items, baby gear, high chairs, cribs, and more.
January Jig – Join Heart of Ireland School of Dance as they celebrate winter with a casual afternoon of Irish dancing. Brief demonstrations by each of the classes from the youngest Sprites up through adults as well as the two companies, Celtic Beats and Celtic Pulse. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 110 N. Union St., Petersburg, VA.
Edgar Allan Poe’s 204th Birthday Bash – Celebrate Poe’s birthday as only the Poe Museum can–with hourly readings and performances, exhibits, music, and more.
Anniversary of The Battle of Trent’s Reach, 1865 – 10am-5pm. This event will include a wreath-laying ceremony on the bluff and a musket salute to the Medal of Honor recipient, 20 year-old 2nd Lt. Walter Thorn, 116th U.S. Colored Troops. On January 1, 1864, Lt. Thom ran atop the bulkhead of Butler’s canal just before it blew up to rescue a sentry who had not been pulled off duty. Civil War living historians will interpret Union and Confederate soldiers and sailors and will include lectures on the battle of Trent’s Reach and other topics related to the Civil War at Dutch Gap.
Sunday, January 20
Remember the Titans at the Science Museum of Virginia. 2pm – 5pm. RSVP NOW. As a part of HandsOn’s activities for MLK Day, we’re partnering with the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities to host a free screening and discussion of the film, “Remember the Titans.” Inspired by real events set in 1971 in Alexandria, Virginia, at the recently desegregated T. C. Williams High School, the film portrays the journey of a newly appointed African-American coach (Denzel Washington) and his high school team on their first season as a racially integrated unit.
Corbian Arts and Lightwire Theatre: The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise and The Hare. Modlin Center for the Arts at the University of Richmond. 804.289.8980.
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