Free Movie Sept. 24 at Richmond University One of Orson Welles’ lost classic black & white movies, “The Lady from Shanghai (1948)” will be showing for FREE on Thursday, September 24th in Jepson Hall, Room 118, on the campus of Richmond … [Read More...]
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FREE: 41st Annual Lebanese Food Festival, Sept. 11-13
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Massanutten Resort: Food & Fun For All Four Seasons
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FREE: 41st Annual Lebanese Food Festival, Sept. 11-13
Ready for some fun and fantastic food? Indulge in the rich flavors and heritage of Lebanon at the 41st annual food festival, Sept. 11th through Sept. 13th at the St. Anthony Maronite Church, 4611 Sadler Road in Glen Allen, Va. The festival will feature all sorts of meat and vegetable dishes and pies, shawarmas, dips and assorted desserts. Lebanese beer and wine will also be for purchase, but outside alcohol is not permitted. For more information and to to see the full menu, CLICK … [Read More...]
Massanutten Resort: Food & Fun For All Four Seasons
Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire … [Read More...]
Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Have you ever considered cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. The fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; … [Read More...]
Labor Day weekend (and beyond!) freebies and deals for September
Many restaurants are offering Labor Day discounts and freebies, perfect for those who don’t want to cook over the holiday weekend. Some of the deals are only valid on Labor Day, while others have … [Read More...]
St. Andrew’s UMC Children’s Consignment Sale, Sept. 26
Consignment sales are a great way to get good deals on gently used clothes, toys, bedding, appliances, and more. You save money and get some great items. Seasonal consignment sales are increasingly … [Read More...]
Richmond Area Farms Offer Families Opportunities to See, Learn about Animals
Petting zoos offer families a chance to interact with animals in a fun and safe way. Children and adults enjoy petting, feeding and even playing with the gentle animals at farms and zoos. Richmond … [Read More...]
Playgrounds in Chesterfield, Virginia
Fall is almost here and no more searching for ways to entertain your children indoors because it is so blazing hot outside. There are a plethora of playgrounds in Chesterfield to keep children having … [Read More...]
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FREE: 41st Annual Lebanese Food Festival, Sept. 11-13…
Ready for some fun and fantastic food? Indulge in the rich flavors and heritage of Lebanon at the 41st annual food festival, Sept. 11th through Sept. 13th at the St. Anthony Maronite Church, 4611 Sadler Road in Glen Allen, Va. The festival will feature all sorts of meat and vegetable dishes and pies, shawarmas, dips […]
Labor Day weekend (and beyond!) freebies and deals for September…
Many restaurants are offering Labor Day discounts and freebies, perfect for those who don’t want to cook over the holiday weekend. Some of the deals are only valid on Labor Day, while others have varying promo dates. Click on the link in each item for more details. Capital One Café Labor Day (Sept. 7, 2026) […]
St. Andrew’s UMC Children’s Consignment Sale, Sept. 26…
Consignment sales are a great way to get good deals on gently used clothes, toys, bedding, appliances, and more. You save money and get some great items. Seasonal consignment sales are increasingly popular as a way to update a child’s wardrobe for school without paying full price for clothes. It’s also a way to make […]
Playgrounds in Chesterfield, Virginia…
Fall is almost here and no more searching for ways to entertain your children indoors because it is so blazing hot outside. There are a plethora of playgrounds in Chesterfield to keep children having fun and getting exercise. From a state park playground to smaller ones nestled in neighborhoods; there is no shortage of playground […]
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FREE: 41st Annual Lebanese Food Festival, Sept. 11-13
Ready for some fun and fantastic food? Indulge in the rich flavors and heritage of Lebanon at the 41st annual food festival, Sept. 11th through Sept. 13th at the St. Anthony Maronite Church, … [Read More...]
Massanutten Resort: Food & Fun For All Four Seasons
Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire … [Read More...]
Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities
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 … [Read More...]
The Goochland Drive-In Movie Theatre is still going strong!
There's nothing like watching a movie outside at a drive-in movie theater. Visit websites or call to verify admission prices and to confirm times and ticket availability. Note: Often outdoor events … [Read More...]
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Five Tips for Attempting the Capital Trail
Have you ever considered cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. The fully paved, 51.7 mile trail that connects Richmond to Williamsburg is designed to be for everyone from dog walkers to cyclists; … [Read More...]
St. Andrew’s UMC Children’s Consignment Sale, Sept. 26
Consignment sales are a great way to get good deals on gently used clothes, toys, bedding, appliances, and more. You save money and get some great items. Seasonal consignment sales are increasingly … [Read More...]
Virginia Museum of History & Culture is a State Treasure
Learn about how Virginia's story is America's story at the reimagined Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Explore the natural & socioeconomic forces that converged in Virginia through the … [Read More...]
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