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Home style Mother’s Day on the cheap – more than breakfast in bed

Mother’s Day falls on the second Sunday in May. Traditionally, many have  brunch at a favorite restaurant, but this year, with many people still being cautious by social distancing,  it’s imperative to enforce more variations on the theme that still show … [Read more...] about Home style Mother’s Day on the cheap – more than breakfast in bed

St. Patrick’s Day Events and Food Specials Around Richmond

This year's St. Patrick's Day events around Richmond are gearing up and turning up the green to safely celebrate. Keep checking back at this growing list. Related post: Do-It-Yourself St. Patrick’s Day Fun ☘️  ST. PATRICK DAY EVENTS AROUND … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Events and Food Specials Around Richmond

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

Celebrate the Chinese New Year At Home

February 10, 2024 is the first day of the Chinese/Lunar New Year! This celebration lasts for 16 days, although typically only the first 7 days are usually celebrated. Get acquainted with the many customs, symbols, zodiac meaning and traditions of the Lunar New Year … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Chinese New Year At Home

Nutcracker dance performances around Richmond

The Nutcracker ballet is a special Christmastime tradition. In the Richmond Ballet’s enchanting performance, Tchaikovsky’s familiar music whisks both Clara and audiences alike on an extraordinary journey, from a battle beneath the branches of a magical Christmas … [Read more...] about Nutcracker dance performances around Richmond

December Craft and Holiday Fairs in Richmond

Richmond holiday-time pop-up shopping events take place online this year as well as in varied locations from urban shopping districts, to churches, from schools to historical sites. This list  of holiday and Christmas craft and holiday fairs in Richmond spans … [Read more...] about December Craft and Holiday Fairs in Richmond

Family Event: A Richmond Big Band Christmas

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Local Jazz Musicians Host Benefit Concert for Rise Richmond A Richmond Big Band Christmas will host its third annual holiday concert featuring acclaimed local musicians on Saturday, December 2, 2023, with performances at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Proceeds will … [Read more...] about Family Event: A Richmond Big Band Christmas

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