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Free Classes for Babies and Toddlers

Baby Artsplay!™  || Richmond Performing Arts Alliance   One of the best kept secrets for baby - toddler activities is Baby Artsplay!™ This is a completely FREE, drop-in activity taught by Greater Richmond Wolf Trap teaching artists. These classes put an … [Read more...] about Free Classes for Babies and Toddlers

Black History Month Activities for Richmond Families

February is Black History Month, which is a chance to celebrate achievements of Black Americans.  Richmond offers a myriad of opportunities for families to celebrate these notable individuals’ accomplishments. As schools continue to make Black History studies … [Read more...] about Black History Month Activities for Richmond Families

Celebrating Black History at Home

For the past 45 years the month of February has been officially dedicated to celebrating and honoring members of the Black community and their contributions to society. It is celebrated across the globe by schools, tv stations, new agencies and more. By honoring … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black History at Home

FREE Kindergarten Readiness Event at Children’s Museum of Richmond

May 10 Kindergarten Readiness– Chesterfield Join the Children’s Museum of Richmond for this school readiness event. Our community partners will provide parents and caregivers with tools to help them prepare their children for school entry. We will also have the … [Read more...] about FREE Kindergarten Readiness Event at Children’s Museum of Richmond

Towers of Tomorrow at Science Museum of Virginia

LEGO Lovers Unite! Anticipation Building for New Science Museum Exhibition Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks   The final pieces are being put into place! Beginning Saturday, Feb. 1, “Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks” rises within … [Read more...] about Towers of Tomorrow at Science Museum of Virginia

ASK 5K & Fun Walk

The 20th Annual ASK 5k & Fun Walk will be on May 3, 2025 at The Diamond. Register now! The best part is it's all to help support our community's children who have been diagnosed with cancer, the survivors and the families of those who have passed. Event … [Read more...] about ASK 5K & Fun Walk

SIX ways to enjoy Pocahontas State Park

Did you know the largest Virginia State Park is right here in RVA?! (Ok..not directly in the city, but really close!) Despite visiting Pocahontas State Park MANY times, we still have lots more to see and do here. While there is a parking fee for VA State Parks, the … [Read more...] about SIX ways to enjoy Pocahontas State Park

The Ultimate List of RVA Parks and Playgrounds

You don't have to go far to enjoy the stunning nature right here in the Richmond area. The city and the surrounding counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, Goochland and Hanover are loaded with plenty of FREE parks and fun natural places for kids and adults, where in … [Read more...] about The Ultimate List of RVA Parks and Playgrounds

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