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 patches over the last few years, our family is excited to try a few … [Read more...] about Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities
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Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
Fall is here. And when autumn settles in, so do the pumpkins. You know it's pumpkin time because the air is crisp and it’s time to break out pumpkin everything! The fall season is one of the most exciting times of the year in Richmond marked by pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
Maymont Expands Garden Glow presented by Kroger to 22 Nights, Including 3 Free Nights for Members
Maymont is expanding its most anticipated event of the year, Garden Glow presented by Kroger, to 22 fun-filled nights this fall, from October 16 – November 10. Giant light sculptures will sprout up around the grounds, and the Japanese Garden presented by Colesville … [Read more...] about Maymont Expands Garden Glow presented by Kroger to 22 Nights, Including 3 Free Nights for Members
Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
If you haven't been to Carter Mountain for apple picking, you don't know what you're missing! It's a festival every day on the mountain and it's just a short drive up I-64 towards Charlottesville. They are open daily 9am - 6pm. Timed tickets required for entry … [Read more...] about Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
Richmond area Pick-Your-Own Orchards and Farms
It's one thing to eat the fabulous Virginia grown fruits and vegetables from local markets, it's another thing altogether to pick your own right on the farm in which it is grown. Spring is the time for herbs, greens, raspberries, blackberries and peaches. At the … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pick-Your-Own Orchards and Farms
Volunteer Opportunities for All Ages in Richmond, Virginia
It can be challenging to find ways to involve a young child in helping the community. If you are looking to involve your young child in volunteering, here are some family-friendly volunteer opportunities to get you started. Cards for Hospitalized Kids Gather … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities for All Ages in Richmond, Virginia
The Best Donut Shops in Richmond
There's just something about starting the day off with a delicious donut. And, fortunately, in Richmond, there's no shortage of donut shops, making it easy to start the day off right (and deliciously!). Richmond's Donut Shops Country Style … [Read more...] about The Best Donut Shops in Richmond
Richmond restaurants with patio dining
While most restaurant and beverage establishments are offering indoor dining. With certain health risks and the beautiful weather, dining at a patio, especially one with a view, sounds like the best option. Patio dining is a festive solution to enjoying someone … [Read more...] about Richmond restaurants with patio dining
Richmond’s favorite taco restaurants
There is no shortage of world cuisine in Richmond including restaurants serving up tacos. Beyond chains, many local Richmond restaurants prepare the dish with soft or hard shell tortillas to help hungry diners relish the delectable finger food. Richmond's … [Read more...] about Richmond’s favorite taco restaurants
Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond
It's hot out there! The good news is there are plenty of great local places to enjoy the cold treat here in Richmond. Check out local shops and national vendors for you to fully enjoy a scoop in a cone, cup or smooshed between a cookie. FAVORITE ICE CREAM SHOPS … [Read more...] about Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond
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