Shake up National Dessert Day with sweet savings! A milkshake is one of America’s most nostalgic and iconic treats. It’s perfectly delicious with a burger and fries or even just on its own as a sweet treat. And one of the best places to … [Read More...]
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Blessing of the Animals, Oct. 3rd to Oct. 11th in RVA
Come on out to have your pet(s) blessed! The annual fall Blessing of the Animals is a traditional ceremony in which animals and pets are blessed by local clergies in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, who is said to have tamed a wild wolf in God's name, and then befriended it. He was later named the patron saint of all animals. Purpose and Meaning To honor St. Francis: The cermony celebrates the Feast Day of Saint Francis of Assisi (October 4th), … [Read More...]
Don’t Miss It! State Fair of Virginia: Sept. 25th to Oct. 4th
It's time again for the State Fair of Virginia! Sept. 25th – Oct 4th, 2026: State Fair of Virginia Doswell, Virginia – The State Fair of Virginia is a multi-day event at the beautiful … [Read More...]
Massanutten Resort: Food & Fun For All Four Seasons
Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire … [Read More...]
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Have you ever considered cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. The fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; … [Read More...]
Richmond Area Farms Offer Families Opportunities to See, Learn about Animals
Petting zoos offer families a chance to interact with animals in a fun and safe way. Children and adults enjoy petting, feeding and even playing with the gentle animals at farms and zoos. Richmond … [Read More...]
Playgrounds in Chesterfield, Virginia
Fall is almost here and no more searching for ways to entertain your children indoors because it is so blazing hot outside. There are a plethora of playgrounds in Chesterfield to keep children having … [Read More...]
Virginia Museum of History & Culture is a State Treasure
Learn about how Virginia's story is America's story at the reimagined Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Explore the natural & socioeconomic forces that converged in Virginia through the … [Read More...]
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Blessing of the Animals, Oct. 3rd to Oct. 11th in RVA…
Come on out to have your pet(s) blessed! The annual fall Blessing of the Animals is a traditional ceremony in which animals and pets are blessed by local clergies in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, who is said to have tamed a wild wolf in God’s name, and then befriended it. […]
Free Classic B&W Movie October 15th at University of Richmond…
Free Movie Oct. 15th at University of Richmond One of Otto Preminger’s classic Film Noir movies, “LAURA (1944)” will be showing for FREE on Thursday, October 15th in Jepson Hall, Room 118, on the campus of the University of Richmond at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Hard Light Cinema and is FREE and […]
Playgrounds in Chesterfield, Virginia…
Fall is almost here and no more searching for ways to entertain your children indoors because it is so blazing hot outside. There are a plethora of playgrounds in Chesterfield to keep children having fun and getting exercise. From a state park playground to smaller ones nestled in neighborhoods; there is no shortage of playground […]
Free and cheap things to do in Richmond this weekend…
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Richmond? Here’s our list of the top free and cheap events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Richmond that won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck. Besides some of the highlighted events listed here, check out posts highlighting museums and historical sites. If you are looking to […]
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Blessing of the Animals, Oct. 3rd to Oct. 11th in RVA
Come on out to have your pet(s) blessed! The annual fall Blessing of the Animals is a traditional ceremony in which animals and pets are blessed by local clergies in honor of … [Read More...]
Don’t Miss It! State Fair of Virginia: Sept. 25th to Oct. 4th
It's time again for the State Fair of Virginia! Sept. 25th – Oct 4th, 2026: State Fair of Virginia Doswell, Virginia – The State Fair of Virginia is a multi-day event at the beautiful … [Read More...]
Massanutten Resort: Food & Fun For All Four Seasons
Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire … [Read More...]
Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities
Apple cider, pumpkins, orange and red leaves abound...Fall in Richmond is on the way! And, to accompany the signs of autumn, there are several local fall activities. After visiting the same pumpkin … [Read More...]
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Blessing of the Animals, Oct. 3rd to Oct. 11th in RVA
Come on out to have your pet(s) blessed! The annual fall Blessing of the Animals is a traditional ceremony in which animals and pets are blessed by local clergies in honor of … [Read More...]
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Have you ever considered cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. The fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; … [Read More...]
Virginia Museum of History & Culture is a State Treasure
Learn about how Virginia's story is America's story at the reimagined Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Explore the natural & socioeconomic forces that converged in Virginia through the … [Read More...]
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