Whether you are looking for a simple at home Valentine’s Day for this year only, or to create new, cherished traditions, the options are plenty. Here are a few traditions our family looks forward to every year. Love Letters: A simple and inexpensive way to … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day – Ways to Celebrate
Lindsay Garrison
LOVEworks Signs Around Richmond
Need a fun activity to show your love? In Virginia, businesses, organizations and citizens show LOVE year round with one of a kind LOVEworks, large public art installations that spell out the L-O-V-E in capital letters. Often, LOVEworks are designed specifically … [Read more...] about LOVEworks Signs Around Richmond
Norfolk, Virginia: Ideal Family Weekend Getaway
Norfolk, Virginia, “The Mermaid City”, has such an array of activities and attractions that any family would be lucky to visit. From The Virginia Zoo to the Chrysler Museum of Art, there is certainly something for everyone. For Richmond families, this trip is … [Read more...] about Norfolk, Virginia: Ideal Family Weekend Getaway
Black History Month Activities for Richmond Families
February is Black History Month, which is a chance to celebrate achievements of Black Americans. Richmond offers a myriad of opportunities for families to celebrate these notable individuals’ accomplishments. As schools continue to make Black History studies … [Read more...] about Black History Month Activities for Richmond Families
Dinosaur Exhibits in Virginia
Dino-lovers in Virginia are in luck, as there is no shortage of opportunities to check out dinosaur sculptures, dig pits and fossils all over the state. Wondering where to travel so you can transport to prehistoric times and visit some dinosaurs? Check out our … [Read more...] about Dinosaur Exhibits in Virginia
Pinkies Up! Tea Houses in Richmond, VA
Drinking tea is not only for the Queen of England! In fact, there are several local tea houses where you can savor various teas in an elegant setting, while partaking in each venue’s unique tea-time ritual. Richmond is home to charming tea houses with stunning … [Read more...] about Pinkies Up! Tea Houses in Richmond, VA
Massanutten Resort: family-fun meets one of a kind adventure!
Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire trip, I must share that we are by no means the most sporty, … [Read more...] about Massanutten Resort: family-fun meets one of a kind adventure!
Guide to Walking Around the James River
One of Richmond’s greatest (and free!) attractions is the James River. The list below is comprised of scenic walks that allow walkers, runners or hikers to appreciate the James. Use the necessary details from RVA on the Cheap’s river walk guide to plan your next … [Read more...] about Guide to Walking Around the James River
Bring the City of Love Home for Valentine’s Day
As a former French teacher, thus, obviously a francophile, I have tried to bring that Parisienne je ne sais quoi into my classroom and/or home as much as possible. The City of Love has been on my mind even more as Valentine’s Day approaches. Walking along … [Read more...] about Bring the City of Love Home for Valentine’s Day
Lynchburg, Virginia: Family-Friendly Itinerary
Long weekends were made for family getaways. From Richmond, there are several places to visit for a two or three-day expedition; but, there is one that offers a variety of family-friendly experiences and getting there and returning home is less than a tank of … [Read more...] about Lynchburg, Virginia: Family-Friendly Itinerary
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