Hello there! If you’re new here, welcome to the Richmond area! I’m Corrie, an Army spouse and mom of two boys. We’ve been station at Fort Lee for six short months but have found lots to do! I’m here to share fun family activities in the area specific to military … [Read more...] about Discounts & Free Programming for Military Families
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Clover Hill Library and Nearby Attractions Make for a Fun Day
When planning a day out and about, it is always fun and free to start at your local public library. The Clover Hill Library in Chesterfield makes an excellent starting point for a day of learning, playing and delicious treats. Follow the itinerary below for an … [Read more...] about Clover Hill Library and Nearby Attractions Make for a Fun Day
Richmond Area Farms Offer Families Opportunities to See, Learn about Animals
Petting zoos offer families a chance to interact with animals in a fun and safe way. Children and adults enjoy petting, feeding and even playing with the gentle animals at farms and zoos. Richmond boasts several different venues for spending time with farm animals. … [Read more...] about Richmond Area Farms Offer Families Opportunities to See, Learn about Animals
Ashland Fourth Fridays
Artists, musicians, and performers take over Downtown Ashland every fourth Friday this summer, May through September. Ashland Fourth Fridays invites guests to stroll the historic district, discover treasures by local creatives, and get to know local … [Read more...] about Ashland Fourth Fridays
Spring Concert
One Voice Chorus presents its Spring 2024 concert on Saturday, June 8, at 4:00 p.m. at J.R. Tucker High School, 2910 North Parham Rd. The concert will include new selections and old favorites in an eclectic blend of musical styles --spirituals, jazz, show tunes, … [Read more...] about Spring Concert
Self-Care on a Budget: Affordable Ways To Take Care of Yourself
Taking care of yourself should always be a priority, but it’s hard to do so when you’re on a tight budget. The good news is that you don’t need to drain your bank account to practice self-care. Today, RVA on the Cheap explores several affordable strategies for … [Read more...] about Self-Care on a Budget: Affordable Ways To Take Care of Yourself
Texas Inn Opens Newest Location in Richmond, VA
The Texas Inn, founded in 1935 in Lynchburg, Va., is proud to announce the opening of its newest location in Richmond, Va. “The T Room,” as it's called by loyal regulars, has served world-famous hot dogs, burgers, all-day breakfast, a secret recipe chili, … [Read more...] about Texas Inn Opens Newest Location in Richmond, VA
A Powerful Journey through Poignant Visuals at the VMFA
“History is always present.” -Dawoud Bey Dawoud Bey: Elegy opens this Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the VMFA. This exhibition is an exploration of the experiences of African Americans in the early United States. Bey conveys immense emotion … [Read more...] about A Powerful Journey through Poignant Visuals at the VMFA
Teacher Appreciation Week Freebies and Deals
Teacher Appreciation Week is a chance to say thank you to educators who change lives and enrich our children and our communities. Many restaurants and retailers are offering freebies and deals to say “WE APPRECIATE YOU!“ to teachers for their hard work and … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Week Freebies and Deals
Food trucks around Richmond bring cuisine to you
Richmond has a ton of food trucks with very varied types of food. The advantage of the trucks is that they are not bound by place or four walls. You can find the trucks at farmers markets, church parking lots, neighborhoods, intersections, construction sites, … [Read more...] about Food trucks around Richmond bring cuisine to you
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