As spring nears many are wondering where to enjoy the dazzling Cherry Blossoms. Whether you are doing spring chores around your home like taking out the patio furniture, opening windows and finding your sandals or visiting garden shops to buy flats or seeds, … [Read more...] about Seven Spots to Enjoy Cherry Blossoms in the Richmond Area
Outdoors
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. Spring is the time for herbs, greens, raspberries, blackberries and peaches. At the … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pick-Your-Own Orchards and Farms
Berry Picking Options in RVA and Beyond
It's almost strawberry season! In Richmond, we are lucky to have several farms from which to choose for berry picking fun! Whether you decide to stay close to RVA or drive an hour or two, there is much fun to be had on these farms. There’s nothing quite … [Read more...] about Berry Picking Options in RVA and Beyond
Maymont Doubles the Fun at This Year’s Dominion Energy Family Easter, Saturday, March 30
Maymont invites local families to celebrate spring at Dominion Energy Family Easter on Saturday, March 30, from 9am–3pm. This year’s event will more than double in size, with dozens of different activities and games stretching from the Carriage House Lawn … [Read more...] about Maymont Doubles the Fun at This Year’s Dominion Energy Family Easter, Saturday, March 30
RVA Spring Break Events
Are the kids out of school for Spring Break and looking for something to do? How do you plan to keep them busy? We've found lots of FREE and low cost events in the Richmond area at museums, nature centers, attractions, spring break camps and more. Many Richmond … [Read more...] about RVA Spring Break Events
Five Day Trips for RVA Families
Richmonders are fortunate to have so many local attractions; but, occasionally, it can be nice to take a day trip and explore a new town. From Richmond, there are an abundance of family-friendly choices for day trips. Here, RVA on the Cheap breaks down day trips … [Read more...] about Five Day Trips for RVA Families
Living History Museums in Virginia
Making history interesting to children has been a goal in parenting, as my husband is not only a history enthusiast, but also an educator. Throughout the years, we have visited several museums, historical landmarks and sites, but the best way to engage our … [Read more...] about Living History Museums in Virginia
6 Ways to Turn Household Trash into Garden Treasures
Cardboard: Plain cardboard, flattened and with the tape removed, blocks light. Any grass or weeds underneath will begin to break down, or if placed over bare earth, it will prevent weeds from sprouting. This technique will make the area easier to work with in … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Turn Household Trash into Garden Treasures
Center of the Universe Irish Festival
COTU IRISH FESTIVAL Let the countdown to the COTU Irish Festival on March 16 from 1-8pm begin! Brace yourselves for a day filled live music, Irish food, and Irish brews! This is event is open to all ages and admission is … [Read more...] about Center of the Universe Irish Festival
FREE Kite Day Fun
Chesterfield County Kite Day: April 14, River City SportsPlex Bring your family out for a great day of kite flying. There will be entertainment there for your child to enjoy along with a food vendor, too. You are encouraged to bring your … [Read more...] about FREE Kite Day Fun