At amusement parks, costs can add up quickly - tickets, parking, keepsake photos, souvenirs, and one of the largest expenses: food! At Kings Dominion, there are ways to save on dining, but it does take some planning to do so. How to Save on Dining at Kings … [Read more...] about Dining at Kings Dominion
Holidays
July 4th Independence Day Festivities in Richmond, Virginia
The Fourth of July celebrates the independence of our nation and the coming together of a diverse groups of people to build our country with tolerance for all. See details below on Independence Day events. We'll add more events as we get closer to … [Read more...] about July 4th Independence Day Festivities in Richmond, Virginia
Celebrating Independence Day
July 4th Independence Day is a legal holiday in the United. States. Schools, banks, post offices, legal offices and stores are closed. On this day we celebrate the founding of the United States. It is a patriotic holiday. Traditionally, there are … [Read more...] about Celebrating Independence Day
Pinkies Up! Tea Houses in Richmond, VA
Drinking tea is not only for the Queen of England! In fact, there are several local tea houses where you can savor various teas in an elegant setting, while partaking in each venue’s unique tea-time ritual. Richmond is home to charming tea houses with stunning … [Read more...] about Pinkies Up! Tea Houses in Richmond, VA
Free Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
FREE FOURTH OF JULY AT LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN, July 4, 2024 Free admission all day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission this day is walk-up only. This is a daytime event only; no fireworks. Open RAIN or SHINE. Celebrate Free Fourth of July by … [Read more...] about Free Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Mother’s Day in Richmond, Virginia
Time to celebrate moms and ALL motherly figures in our lives! Five Unique Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Richmond Tea Party: Even if you can't make it this weekend, purchase a gift card for a later date. I love being pampered at a tea … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day in Richmond, Virginia
April’s Mini Holidays
A year ago, when Covid made us all stay home, I started looking for fun and inexpensive ways to make this change exciting for my kids. That's when I found these everyday holidays! Every month I scroll through the list on NationalToday.com and pick a few of my … [Read more...] about April’s Mini Holidays
Easter Egg Hunts, Photos with the Easter Bunny, Petting Zoos, and More
It is traditional to celebrate the religious aspects of the holiday as well as springtime. Fun Easter activities include Easter egg hunts, taking family photos, and giving Easter baskets full of treats. Traditional food is ham, deviled eggs, chocolate bunnies … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunts, Photos with the Easter Bunny, Petting Zoos, and More
Do-It-Yourself Easter Fun On the Cheap
Easter is traditionally a religious holiday. People often go to the cemetery in the morning and put flowers on the graves of family members, visit church for services or Mass and enjoy celebratory meals with family or at a special restaurant. But this year, for … [Read more...] about Do-It-Yourself Easter Fun On the Cheap
16 Creative Ways to Dye Easter Eggs
We are getting closer to Easter I am starting to think about one of my favorite Easter traditions - dying Easter eggs! Normally we just buy a regular box from the grocery store to dye our eggs but there are so many other new and fun ways to dye eggs these days. … [Read more...] about 16 Creative Ways to Dye Easter Eggs