September 15th marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to honor the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Around Richmond there are plenty of ways to celebrate. Below are half a dozen fun ways to learn and immerse yourself in … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in RVA
Holidays
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
🎃 Keep checking back as this listing of events and hours at pumpkin patches and farms is updated. 🎃 Fall is just around the corner. And when autumn is here, so are the pumpkins. You know because the air is crisp and it’s time to break out pumpkin everything! … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
FREE (or cheap) events during Labor Day Weekend in RVA
Labor Day Weekend will look a little bit different in 2021. As always, on the first Monday in September, many get the day off to grill and enjoy some leisure on bicycle, in parks, swimming, at sunflower fields or visiting Richmond's attractions or museums. Some of … [Read more...] about FREE (or cheap) events during Labor Day Weekend in RVA
Jewish New Year resources
Rosh Hashanah - the Jewish New Year - begins Mon., Sept. 6, 2021 at sundown - ushering in ten days of prayer and reflection ending with Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. To find religious services that are full of both rejoicing and … [Read more...] about Jewish New Year resources
SIX Affordable Second Hand Stores in Richmond
Everyone loves to shop. And we have some gems in Richmond. As we enter the holiday season, shopping increases as many seek out the perfect gift for their loved one or significant other. Richmond on the Cheap intern Becca Mullins found there are plenty of local … [Read more...] about SIX Affordable Second Hand Stores in Richmond
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. In 2021, we are seeing a comeback of big celebrations, but you may still want to opt for a more low key … [Read more...] about July 4th Independence Day Festivities in Richmond, Virginia
Free July 4th Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
CARMAX FREE FOURTH OF JULY AT LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN, Sun., July 4, 2021 EVENT DETAILS: Free admission all day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission this day is walk-up only. Tickets are not needed. This is a daytime event only; no fireworks. Open RAIN or … [Read more...] about Free July 4th Admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
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
Celebrating Dad on Father’s Day Around Richmond
Father’s Day takes place the third Sunday in June. This year it falls on Sunday, June 20, 2021. Many will give dad a gift, buy him a hometown t-shirt, or give him a homemade card with a photo, a message, a doodle and your name. The most important thing is to show … [Read more...] about Celebrating Dad on Father’s Day Around Richmond
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