July 4th Independence Day is a legal holiday in the United. States. Schools, banks, post offices, legal offices and stores are closed. On this day we celebrate the founding of the United States. It is a patriotic holiday. Traditionally, there are … [Read more...] about Celebrating Independence Day
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Free Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
FREE FOURTH OF JULY AT LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN, July 4, 2024 Free admission all day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission this day is walk-up only. This is a daytime event only; no fireworks. Open RAIN or SHINE. Celebrate Free Fourth of July by … [Read more...] about Free Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Mother’s Day in Richmond, Virginia
Time to celebrate moms and ALL motherly figures in our lives! Five Unique Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Richmond Tea Party: Even if you can't make it this weekend, purchase a gift card for a later date. I love being pampered at a tea … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day in Richmond, Virginia
April’s Mini Holidays
A year ago, when Covid made us all stay home, I started looking for fun and inexpensive ways to make this change exciting for my kids. That's when I found these everyday holidays! Every month I scroll through the list on NationalToday.com and pick a few of my … [Read more...] about April’s Mini Holidays
Easter Egg Hunts, Photos with the Easter Bunny, Petting Zoos, and More
It is traditional to celebrate the religious aspects of the holiday as well as springtime. Fun Easter activities include Easter egg hunts, taking family photos, and giving Easter baskets full of treats. Traditional food is ham, deviled eggs, chocolate bunnies … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunts, Photos with the Easter Bunny, Petting Zoos, and More
Do-It-Yourself Easter Fun On the Cheap
Easter is traditionally a religious holiday. People often go to the cemetery in the morning and put flowers on the graves of family members, visit church for services or Mass and enjoy celebratory meals with family or at a special restaurant. But this year, for … [Read more...] about Do-It-Yourself Easter Fun On the Cheap
16 Creative Ways to Dye Easter Eggs
We are getting closer to Easter I am starting to think about one of my favorite Easter traditions - dying Easter eggs! Normally we just buy a regular box from the grocery store to dye our eggs but there are so many other new and fun ways to dye eggs these days. … [Read more...] about 16 Creative Ways to Dye Easter Eggs
Celebrate Women’s History Month in Richmond
March is Women's History Month Every year, by order of a presidential proclamation, the month of March is set aside to honor the contributions of women throughout American history. There are numerous events going on around Richmond that celebrate … [Read more...] about Celebrate Women’s History Month in Richmond
Create Your Own Easter Baskets Themes!
What kind of items do you put into your Easter Baskets? Do you just toss in a bunch of candy? What about presents? Do you make it a whole theme? Growing up my mom used to fill our baskets with candy and then include a little gift or two. Now that I am the one … [Read more...] about Create Your Own Easter Baskets Themes!
Maymont Doubles the Fun at This Year’s Dominion Energy Family Easter, Saturday, March 30
Maymont invites local families to celebrate spring at Dominion Energy Family Easter on Saturday, March 30, from 9am–3pm. This year’s event will more than double in size, with dozens of different activities and games stretching from the Carriage House Lawn … [Read more...] about Maymont Doubles the Fun at This Year’s Dominion Energy Family Easter, Saturday, March 30
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