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Plant Lovers’ Paradise at Maymont’s Herbs Galore!

With all Maymont has to offer- nature, beauty, animals, history- no one needs  a special reason to visit, but the Annual Maymont Plant Sale adds an extra bonus to a trip there! Last Saturday my daughter and I spent a wonderful afternoon at Maymont’s Annual … [Read more...] about Plant Lovers’ Paradise at Maymont’s Herbs Galore!

Free things to do in Fredericksburg, Virginia

You may know Fredericksburg for its Colonial and Civil War history. The area is definitely full of museums and battlefields. George Washington’s boyhood home is even located in Fredericksburg. But there are some unique adventures in Fredericksburg that may be … [Read more...] about Free things to do in Fredericksburg, Virginia

Free Open Studio Sundays at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

The first Sunday of the month,  mark your calendar for Open Studio Sundays at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Open Studio Sundays First Sundays, 12 – 3 pm | Art Education Center Make Open Studio Sunday part of your family’s monthly routine! Visit the MWV … [Read more...] about Free Open Studio Sundays at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

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

Affordable Family Fun in Chesterfield

Central Library, located off Route 10 in Chesterfield is a perfect starting point for an exciting family adventure. Central Library provides a comfortable atmosphere. The children’s section is large with books categorized by topics with indicators on the sides, … [Read more...] about Affordable Family Fun in Chesterfield

Bicycling Routes Around Richmond and Cycling Resources

May is bike month! The weather is balmy and bicycling is more popular than ever. And thanks to many infrastructure changes, there are more bike paths and lanes to enjoy around Richmond that help cyclists get around safely. Bikes are great form of transportation, … [Read more...] about Bicycling Routes Around Richmond and Cycling Resources

Five Places in Richmond for Board Game Lovers

Modern Tabletop Gaming Modern Tabletop Gaming is a hub for trading card game fans. For many board game stores, trading card games are their financial lifeblood. Modern Tabletop Gaming has daily events for Magic the Gathering, the most popular trading card … [Read more...] about Five Places in Richmond for Board Game Lovers

Connect, Engage, Exercise and Explore at The Mariners’ Museum and Park

The Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport News, Virginia, is home to approximately 32,000 objects, a library that holds nearly 110,000 books and a 550 acre park. The focus of the museum is to connect people to the world’s waters through the various works of art, … [Read more...] about Connect, Engage, Exercise and Explore at The Mariners’ Museum and Park

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