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Review: Crozet Trolley North Pole Express

This is just an adorable holiday excursion. I love how exciting and fun it is for kids, with such low stress on grownups.   The tickets went on sale on Oct. 19th this year, so set a reminder for next October to be on the lookout! It sold out this … [Read more...] about Review: Crozet Trolley North Pole Express

Review: The Most Wonderful Time of Year at Kings Dominion WinterFest

Kings Dominion WinterFest could NOT be more inviting! From the moment you exit your vehicle, you are greeted with a massive, light-changing Christmas tree and holiday music. For our family, this created the perfect intro to our memorable evening! And, I must … [Read more...] about Review: The Most Wonderful Time of Year at Kings Dominion WinterFest

Last minute activities and gifts to enjoy Christmas on the Cheap

Wishing the best to those who celebrate Christmas. Hope these last minute gifting and activity ideas help you enjoy Christmas on the cheap. If you're feeling crafty and need to keep kids busy, are looking for economical and practical presents or are short on time … [Read more...] about Last minute activities and gifts to enjoy Christmas on the Cheap

Christmas Tree Shopping Around Richmond

There is nothing in the world that matches the feeling one gets when surrounded by soft lights while simultaneously being enveloped by the smell of pine. A Christmas tree is just the thing to help get in the spirit of the holiday. This listing shows the many places … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Shopping Around Richmond

Illuminations and Tree Lighting Around Richmond

Light up the dark winter with illumination and holiday tree lighting events around Richmond to usher in the festivities of the season. Tree lighting events are a festive way to bring community together. Families build traditions around annual tree lightings, and … [Read more...] about Illuminations and Tree Lighting Around Richmond

Light Up the Tracks in Downtown Ashland

Downtown Ashland Association will transform the trackside historic district to celebrate the holidays. Light Up the Tracks, presented by Dominion Energy, includes a light display and six weeks of special events to welcome visitors for a unique small-town holiday … [Read more...] about Light Up the Tracks in Downtown Ashland

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

The Short Pump STEM Fest Powered by Blue Cheese Robotics

Sat Sept 28th 10am-2pm at Short Pump Town Center Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/432547649183439   Blue Cheese Robotics is hosting their 3rd annual STEM Fest! This free event will have over 20 fun, interactive stations with engaging … [Read more...] about The Short Pump STEM Fest Powered by Blue Cheese Robotics

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