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 … [Read more...] about Lynchburg, Virginia: Family-Friendly Itinerary
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Richmond’s Black Friday deals, events and Small Business Saturday
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. My Black Friday-prep tradition typically involves reading the ads in the Thanksgiving Day paper. This year, however, I'm not getting involved with the … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Black Friday deals, events and Small Business Saturday
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 patches over the last few years, our family is excited to try a few … [Read more...] about Roundup: Local Family Fall Activities
Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
Fall is here. And when autumn settles in, so do the pumpkins. You know it's pumpkin time because the air is crisp and it’s time to break out pumpkin everything! The fall season is one of the most exciting times of the year in Richmond marked by pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
Maymont Expands Garden Glow presented by Kroger to 22 Nights, Including 3 Free Nights for Members
Maymont is expanding its most anticipated event of the year, Garden Glow presented by Kroger, to 22 fun-filled nights this fall, from October 16 – November 10. Giant light sculptures will sprout up around the grounds, and the Japanese Garden presented by Colesville … [Read more...] about Maymont Expands Garden Glow presented by Kroger to 22 Nights, Including 3 Free Nights for Members
Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
If you haven't been to Carter Mountain for apple picking, you don't know what you're missing! It's a festival every day on the mountain and it's just a short drive up I-64 towards Charlottesville. They are open daily 9am - 6pm. Timed tickets required for entry … [Read more...] about Apple picking fun, plus apple donuts, apple pie, apple cider, and wine
Volunteer Opportunities for All Ages in Richmond, Virginia
It can be challenging to find ways to involve a young child in helping the community. If you are looking to involve your young child in volunteering, here are some family-friendly volunteer opportunities to get you started. Cards for Hospitalized Kids Gather … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities for All Ages in Richmond, Virginia
The Best Donut Shops in Richmond
There's just something about starting the day off with a delicious donut. And, fortunately, in Richmond, there's no shortage of donut shops, making it easy to start the day off right (and deliciously!). Richmond's Donut Shops Country Style … [Read more...] about The Best Donut Shops in Richmond
Richmond restaurants with patio dining
While most restaurant and beverage establishments are offering indoor dining. With certain health risks and the beautiful weather, dining at a patio, especially one with a view, sounds like the best option. Patio dining is a festive solution to enjoying someone … [Read more...] about Richmond restaurants with patio dining
Richmond’s favorite taco restaurants
There is no shortage of world cuisine in Richmond including restaurants serving up tacos. Beyond chains, many local Richmond restaurants prepare the dish with soft or hard shell tortillas to help hungry diners relish the delectable finger food. Richmond's … [Read more...] about Richmond’s favorite taco restaurants