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Rent an RV for summer vacation or travel

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Advertiser article Every single time my family and I go camping, we talk about how we should do it more often. For us, the camping bug bit early on. My husband and I had both grown up spending summers outdoors, canoeing and fishing and stargazing. We both … [Read more...] about Rent an RV for summer vacation or travel

Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Underway

The 2020 Virginia Sales Tax Holiday began Friday, August 7, 2020 and will continue until 11:59 p.m. on August 9, 2020, offering shoppers the chance to buy qualifying goods without paying sales tax. Today and this weekend, shoppers can purchase qualifying items such … [Read more...] about Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Underway

Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia

If you are looking to connect to someone special or give your sweetie some love and attention, on the cheap, any time of the year, there are plenty of activities and destinations in Richmond that are low cost and really can make that special someone feel loved and … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Richmond, Virginia

Sunflower fields around Richmond

Sunflower fields around Richmond are a great escape from the city or suburbia and a breathtaking backdrop for family photos or a location for a cheap date. With the high season July through September the sheer number of bright yellow flowers are sure to impress and … [Read more...] about Sunflower fields around Richmond

Summer cinema: Drive Ins boom in Richmond + art films to screen at home

This summer there is a boom in Drive In movie theaters in the Richmond area in creative new and some familiar re-thought out spaces that present new entertainment opportunities in the comfort of your car. Check out these venues as well as the opportunity to stream … [Read more...] about Summer cinema: Drive Ins boom in Richmond + art films to screen at home

Eating ice cream around Richmond

Ice cream is especially welcome during these hot summer days. And there are plenty of great local place to enjoy the cold treat here in Richmond: Hot weather means it's time to visit our favorite local ice cream shops around Richmond: •Bev’s Homemade - … [Read more...] about Eating ice cream around Richmond

Richmond area summer camp registrations are open

Due to health concerns, most summer camps have been cancelled this year. But there are a number of Richmond-area organizations that are still going forward with summer camps, keeping social distance and holding most activities outdoors. Games, gardening, sports, … [Read more...] about Richmond area summer camp registrations are open

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. One benefit of visiting the many orchards and farms in driving to distance to the … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pick-Your-Own Orchards and Farms

FREE or low cost tax filing services

This year, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service are providing special tax filing and payment relief to individuals and businesses. But the filing deadline for tax returns has been extended to July 15, 2020. Whether you have to pay, or you're … [Read more...] about FREE or low cost tax filing services

The Ultimate List of RVA Parks and Playgrounds

You don't have to go far to enjoy the stunning nature right here in the Richmond area. The city and the surrounding counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, Goochland and Hanover are loaded with plenty of FREE parks and fun natural places for kids and adults where you … [Read more...] about The Ultimate List of RVA Parks and Playgrounds

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