Never a fan of dark Halloween, I love any type of family-friendly Halloween celebration! We have done many Trunk-or-Treats and several pumpkin patches, but I wanted some variety in our fall festivities this year...enter: Kings Dominion Pumpkin Fest. Pumpkin … [Read more...] about Kings Dominion’s Pumpkin Fest: Scare-Free, Family-friendly Fun
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Creek Splashing Cool Fun Around Richmond
When my son was about 18 months, one of my parenting mentors, a mom whose children were a few years older than mine, let me in on a huge secret. “JAW” she called it. Just Add Water. It was her way to make any activity more exciting. Since then we have … [Read more...] about Creek Splashing Cool Fun Around Richmond
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
Review: Mental Health: Mind Matters Exhibit at Science Museum of Virginia Educates, Engages Families
Is it safe to visit a museum? What are the cleaning protocols? Will my kids like it? These are the burning questions swirling around in these unique times. Richmond on the Cheap sent writer Lindsay Garrison to review the new Mental Health: Mind Matters exhibit at … [Read more...] about Review: Mental Health: Mind Matters Exhibit at Science Museum of Virginia Educates, Engages Families
Kings Dominion Grand Carnivale Celebrates Cultural Traditions
Kings Dominion offers families a chance to experience international cultures and cuisine without setting foot on an airplane! The Grand Carnivale provides amazing entertainment, fun crafts, authentic international cuisine, allowing everyone to enjoy this larger … [Read more...] about Kings Dominion Grand Carnivale Celebrates Cultural Traditions
Review: The Richmond Metro Zoo Allows for Safe Family Fun
Is it safe to visit area attractions? What are the cleaning and social distancing protocols? Will my kids like it? These are the burning questions swirling around in these unique times. Richmond on the Cheap sent writer Lindsay Garrison to the Richmond Metro Zoo to … [Read more...] about Review: The Richmond Metro Zoo Allows for Safe Family Fun
Ice skating and roller skating rinks in Richmond
Ice and roller skating rinks in Richmond offer a cool, indoor space to exercise and test your grace on blades or wheels. If you are ambitious, many of these locations offer skating lessons or sports leagues. We didn’t want to leave out Richmond-area roller skating … [Read more...] about Ice skating and roller skating rinks in Richmond
April Fools’ Day Ideas – Harmless Inspiration for the Holiday We All Need
Will you get into the spirit of April Fools' Day, the annual custom on April 1 consisting of practical jokes and hoaxes? Just be sure to expose the prank by shouting "April Fools!" at the recipient of the silly joke. By Deni Schiren There are few things more … [Read more...] about April Fools’ Day Ideas – Harmless Inspiration for the Holiday We All Need
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