As spring nears many are wondering where to enjoy the dazzling Cherry Blossoms. Whether you are doing spring chores around your home like taking out the patio furniture, opening windows and finding your sandals or visiting garden shops … [Read More...]
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Lynchburg, Virginia: Family-Friendly Itinerary
Long weekends were made for family getaways. From Richmond, there are several places to visit for a two or three-day expedition; but, there is one that offers a variety of family-friendly experiences and getting there and returning home is less than a tank of gas! Known as the “Hill City,” Lynchburg, VA provides a slew of affordable activities that are both parent and kid approved! During a recent visit we spent two nights in the foothills of the Blue Ridge, enjoying all Lynchburg had to … [Read More...]
Five Day Trips for RVA Families
Richmonders are fortunate to have so many local attractions; but, occasionally, it can be nice to take a day trip and explore a new town. From Richmond, there are an abundance of family-friendly … [Read More...]
Day Tripping to Main Street Towns Around Richmond
The last time my family and I visited Staunton we noticed the same “Virginia Main Street” signage that we had seen previously in Ashland, another one of our favorite towns. After some quick research … [Read More...]
Living History Museums in Virginia
Making history interesting to children has been a goal in parenting, as my husband is not only a history enthusiast, but also an educator. Throughout the years, we have visited several museums, … [Read More...]
Five Hikes in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, known affectionately as “The River City”, offers a trove of hikes. With options like historic landmarks to river views, RVA has a hike for everyone! Narrowing this list down to *just* five … [Read More...]
Field Trips in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond has several local venues to enhance learning, many of which offer hands-on, dynamic, and memorable experiences. Family Field Trips in Richmond, Virginia 1. Taylor Made Chocolate: See … [Read More...]
Richmond’s Earth Day Freebies and Deals
Planning to celebrate Earth Day? From festivals to hiking, you've got options. And you can even pick up a few freebies while you're out. Here's Richmond's list of Earth Day freebies & … [Read More...]
Free Things To Do in Richmond
Seven Spots to Enjoy Cherry Blossoms in the Richmond Area…
As spring nears many are wondering where to enjoy the dazzling Cherry Blossoms. Whether you are doing spring chores around your home like taking out the patio furniture, opening windows and finding your sandals or visiting garden shops to buy flats or seeds, make sure you also find the time to enjoy Cherry Blossom trees […]
Cinderella Dreams…
We are excited to announce the launch of Cinderella Dreams 2024. Since 2006, we have partnered with Puritan Cleaners, Westchester Commons, local media companies, area businesses, community volunteers, and various non-profit organizations to help hundreds of teens fulfill their prom dreams at little or no cost to them! We are proud to partner with Puritan […]
FREE Children’s Museum Event…
I See Me Play in RVA! – City Stadium The Children’s Museum of Richmond presents I See Me Play in RVA!, a free event for families on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at City Stadium. This community event will offer tons of opportunities for families to create, grow, build, and read together in interactive ways that […]
FREE Kindergarten Readiness Events at Children’s Museum of Richmond…
April 20 Kindergarten Readiness– Downtown. Join us from 10:00am- 12:00pm for a fun school readiness experience with community partners and CMoR activities! A yellow school bus will be present so kids can practice getting to/from school. This event is free and open to the public in the museum lobby. Admission to the museum is NOT […]
Fun with Kids
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 … [Read More...]
Berry Picking Options in RVA and Beyond
It's almost strawberry season! In Richmond, we are lucky to have several farms from which to choose for berry picking fun! Whether you decide to stay close to RVA or drive an hour or two, there is … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
Maymont Spring Events
Gilded Age Curator Collab: On Thursday, February 22, at 6:30 pm, curators from Maymont and the Lippitt House Museum in Providence, Rhode Island, are co-presenting "Two Men Who Made Their Future: … [Read More...]
RVA Giving Back
Cinderella Dreams
We are excited to announce the launch of Cinderella Dreams 2024. Since 2006, we have partnered with Puritan Cleaners, Westchester Commons, local media companies, area businesses, community volunteers, … [Read More...]
FREE Children’s Museum Event
I See Me Play in RVA! – City Stadium The Children’s Museum of Richmond presents I See Me Play in RVA!, a free event for families on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at City Stadium. This community event … [Read More...]
Celebrate Children in Foster Care with Worthdays
If you're looking for an impactful way to serve kids in our community AND to involve your own kids in the process Worthdays is SUCH a great opportunity. Worthdays is a nonprofit whose mission … [Read More...]
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