Whether you are letting the kids play with the Nintendo Switch, watch YouTube, and munch on a bucket of snacks within arms reach because “Mama has to work” or doing lots of baking and cookie decorating and gingerbread house making this winter vacation, there's … [Read more...] about Winter Vacation Activities for Kids
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Richmond, Virginia Bookstores
Richmond is lucky to be home to numerous bookstores, literary events and literary institutions. All of these resources give residents a chance to escape and just lose themselves in literature and stories. Check websites for updated hours and happy … [Read more...] about Richmond, Virginia Bookstores
Activities for young children around Richmond
Many parents of preschool aged children express concern over the lack of socialization for their children throughout the last couple of years. Fortunately, around the Richmond area, there are several opportunities for toddlers and preschoolers to engage with … [Read more...] about Activities for young children around Richmond
Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — see which Richmond area museums participate
The Museums for All Initiative is a program from the Institute of Museum and Library Services that aims to make museums accessible to all families, regardless of financial status. Through this program, anyone who receives SNAP is eligible to access over 1,000 … [Read more...] about Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — see which Richmond area museums participate
FREE Summer Reading Programs
With summer comes sunny days at the pool, exciting family vacations and time for relaxation. Another thing that comes with summer is something educators have referred to as the “summer slide,” the tendency for students to lose some of what they have learned during … [Read more...] about FREE Summer Reading Programs
Maymont Herbs Galore
Herbs Galore at Maymont Grows to 90 Vendors Across 5 Acres on Saturday, April 27 The Herbs Galore plant sale returns to Maymont with a bumper crop of vendors on Saturday, April 27, from 8am–3pm. Bigger than ever, this year’s event features 90 plant and … [Read more...] about Maymont Herbs Galore
Free Ways to Celebrate Women’s History in Richmond
March marks Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the positive contributions of women across the globe. Richmond is home to many women who have impacted our state and even world in a variety of important ways. Throughout the month, there will be several … [Read more...] about Free Ways to Celebrate Women’s History in Richmond
Outdoor, FREE and cheap yoga classes around Richmond
Yoga is a gentle way to stretch and exercise as well as relieve stress. The practice focuses on movement, breath & meditation. There are a number of yoga studios that are offering FREE, cheap and outdoor yoga classes around Richmond as well as pay what / if you … [Read more...] about Outdoor, FREE and cheap yoga classes around Richmond
Discounts and Special Events at the Children’s Museum of Richmond
The Children's Museum of Richmond (CMOR) is open for play and discovery, offering one-of-a-kind experiences for your family. Children can climb, create, explore, and play their way to a lifetime of learning. Read our review on how play is fundamental at the … [Read more...] about Discounts and Special Events at the Children’s Museum of Richmond
The Richmond Arts Community Now has an App
Richmond Performing Arts Alliance (RPAA) has launched a new app that is changing the way that individuals engage with local arts and cultural organizations. The RPAA app features a program called #ArtsHuntRVA - a unique and interactive experience that invites users … [Read more...] about The Richmond Arts Community Now has an App
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