A prime rib lunch for less than a dollar? Yes, it’s true! Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille is bringing back #FlashbackFriday, its celebration of 79 cents Friday lunch favorites and a nod to 1979 — the year Perry’s first opened as a … [Read More...]
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September Fairs & Festivals in and around Richmond, VA
September festivals in Richmond, Virginia are a way to have fun outdoors and take advantage of cooler, drier weather. Congregating in a festive way also gives everyone a chance to learn about different cultures, eat delicious food, hear live music and see fellow Richmonders in all their diversity. Many take place at vibrant downtown intersections, the state fairgrounds, parks, rivers, farms, church yards and breweries--so take in all the sights, smells, sounds and tastes and enjoy the … [Read More...]

Free Classic Movie Sept. 24 at University of Richmond
Free Movie Sept. 24 at University of Richmond One of Orson Welles’ lost classic black & white movies, “The Lady from Shanghai (1948)” will be showing for FREE on Thursday, September 24th in … [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...]

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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September Fairs & Festivals in and around Richmond, VA…
September festivals in Richmond, Virginia are a way to have fun outdoors and take advantage of cooler, drier weather. Congregating in a festive way also gives everyone a chance to learn about different cultures, eat delicious food, hear live music and see fellow Richmonders in all their diversity. Many take place at vibrant downtown intersections, […]

Free Classic Movie Sept. 24 at University of Richmond…
Free Movie Sept. 24 at University of Richmond 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 the University of Richmond at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Hard […]

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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September Fairs & Festivals in and around Richmond, VA
September festivals in Richmond, Virginia are a way to have fun outdoors and take advantage of cooler, drier weather. Congregating in a festive way also gives everyone a chance to learn about … [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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September Fairs & Festivals in and around Richmond, VA
September festivals in Richmond, Virginia are a way to have fun outdoors and take advantage of cooler, drier weather. Congregating in a festive way also gives everyone a chance to learn about … [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...]

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...]
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