With two colleges, historical connections and a charming downtown, Lexington, Virginia has much to offer. Just over two hours from Richmond, Lexington makes an ideal destination for RVA families. Recently, our family spent three days in Lexington, taking in … [Read more...] about Lexington, Virginia: Family-friendly Itinerary
Child's Play
Richmond area summer camps
It's never too early to plan for your child's summer. There's a wide variety of Richmond-area summer camps around Richmond every summer. Games, gardening, sports, arts, cooking, river sports, writing, science activities and swimming are some of the programming … [Read more...] about Richmond area summer camps
Richmond Family Magazine Summer Camp Expo
2024 RFM Summer Camp Expo Richmond Family Magazine (RFM) presents the 2024 RFM Summer Camp Expo, sponsored by Virginia Family Dentistry, Saturday, March 2, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., at the Dewey Gottwald Center at the Science Museum of Virginia, 2301 … [Read more...] about Richmond Family Magazine Summer Camp Expo
Jamestown Settlement: A Review, Plus Tips!
Jamestown Settlement tells the story of 17th-century Virginia, from the arrival of English colonists in Jamestown in 1607 to the cultural encounters and events that planted the seeds of a new nation. The world of Jamestown, America’s first permanent English … [Read more...] about Jamestown Settlement: A Review, Plus Tips!
Free Family Events
Bella Ballerina Bella Ballerina Chesterfield is for ages 6 months - 10 year olds, and has unique features, an age-appropriate curriculum, and a casual, fun-focused environment. Join Bella Ballerina Chesterfield for a pop-up dance class at Clover Hill … [Read more...] about Free Family Events
A New Otter Is Joining Louis in The Robins Nature Center – Help Maymont Select Her Name
Move over, Louis the otter, it’s time to share the spotlight at The Robins Nature Center at Maymont. A new otter is preparing to make a debut in March, and Maymont is asking for the public’s help in selecting her name. The three-year-old female otter arrived … [Read more...] about A New Otter Is Joining Louis in The Robins Nature Center – Help Maymont Select Her Name
Celebrate March’s Mini-Holidays
These are the little everyday holidays you can celebrate with your family to just make life a little more fun. Pick one, two, or go crazy and select a bunch to celebrate! March 1st - National Peanut Butter Lover's Day-We LOOOVE Peanut Butter!! So, we … [Read more...] about Celebrate March’s Mini-Holidays
FREE Block Party with the Richmond Flying Squirrels
Nutzy’s Block Party Saturday, March 2 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Blue Lot at The Diamond will be the first chance to buy individual-game tickets for the 2024 Flying Squirrels season. The free event includes food, games, entertainment, including monster trusts, a … [Read more...] about FREE Block Party with the Richmond Flying Squirrels
Affordable Family Fun in Richmond
It doesn't need to be Valentine's Day for you to enjoy a "family date". Check out these places for an affordable AND fun outing for the whole family (grandparents included!). Taylor Made Chocolate Such a unique and fun activity! Tour Taylor Made Chocolate … [Read more...] about Affordable Family Fun in Richmond
Bring the City of Love Home for Valentine’s Day
As a former French teacher, thus, obviously a francophile, I have tried to bring that Parisienne je ne sais quoi into my classroom and/or home as much as possible. The City of Love has been on my mind even more as Valentine’s Day approaches. Walking along … [Read more...] about Bring the City of Love Home for Valentine’s Day
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