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July 2009
1 Wednesday
l Hank Williams III with Lucky Tubb The third-generation country music wild
man brings his attitude to Richmond. 8 p.m. The National, 708 E. Broad St.
612-1900, thenationalva.com. $15.
3 Friday
l Market Umbrella First Fridays at Quirk Gallery European-style market
featuring local growers and artisans. 6-10 p.m. Quirk Gallery, 311 W. Broad
St. FREE.
l Target $1 Family Night Tour the Children’s Museum of Richmond and enjoy
special activities, including story time, moon bounce and face painting. 5-7
p.m. Children’s Museum of Richmond, 2626 W. Broad St. 474-7000, c-mor.org.
$1.
4 Saturday
►Maymont’s Animal Encounters: Raptors Can owls
really see in the dark? Find out about these and other predators of the sky.
10-10:30 a.m and 11-11:30 a.m. Eagle Amphitheater, 2201 Shield’s Lake Drive.
358-7166, ext. 333, maymont.org. Age 5 and up, adult must accompany child.
$3/$4.
►Old-Fashioned Fourth of
July. Fun and patriotism are the order of the day at this family event. You
might even run into Aidan , sporting his flashy shades. Come hear the music,
enjoy the dancing, and become a part of many other family activities. 1-5
p.m. Meadow Farm Museum at Crump Park 3400 Mountain Road Glen Allen. Free.
►Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is
offering free garden admission on July 4 from 9 until 5. Guests are asked to
dress as a butterfly or wear red, white and blue and bring wagons and
strollers for a children’s garden parade.
l The City of Colonial Heights will host a fireworks show off Charles
Dimmock Parkway. The Wal-Mart and K-Mart parking lots will be the best
viewing spots.
►Ashland will have
a Fourth of July parade beginning at Henry Clay Elementary School on 1310 S.
James Street. The parade begins at noon.
►Chesterfield
County Fairgrounds will host a fireworks show as well as children’s
activities. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Admission is free, but no
alcohol, glass, pets or personal fireworks will be allowed. Gates open at 5
p.m.
►In Powhatan, the Huguenot Fire Department will host a July 4 celebration
beginning at 5 p.m. Displays will include a car and truck show, kids’
events, and a fireworks show.
►In Williamsburg
Busch Gardens. Four nights of patriotic fireworks set to music July 1 - 4.
The fireworks extravaganza, “Boom ‘n July,” is included with park admission and
begins each night at 9:15 p.m.
7 Tuesday
►Money really doesn’t grow on trees How to teach your children the value of
money and how much to share about the economy impacting your family. 6:30-
8:30 p.m. Innsbrook, Ironworks Building, 4121 Cox Road, Glen Allen.
545-1272, commonwealthparenting.org. FREE, but registration required.
10 Friday
►Fridays at Sunset - Busta Rhymes Rhymes is an exciting hip-hop performer.
6 p.m. Kanawha Plaza, 8th and Canal Streets. 262-8100, fridaysatsunset.com.
$20-$30.
►Lions in the Library Have you ever slept on a swan? Does a lion live in
your fireplace? Children ages 5-11 will get to discover the wonderful
animals in the Maymont Mansion. 1-2 p.m., 1700 Hampton St. 358-7166
extension 329, maymont.org. $5. Children must be with an adult.
15 Wednesday
►John Legend with India.Arie Rhythm and blues from Legend and hip-hop from
Arie make for a great summer evening. 7 p.m. Charlottesville Pavilion,
Downtown Mall, Main Street, Charlottesville. 434-245-4910,
charlottesvillepavilion. $38-$80. Gates open at 6 p.m.
16 Thursday
►Moms, Dads and Discipline/Toddlers to Tweens Possibly the most discussed
aspect of parenting. Learn the basics to develop an approach that works.
6:30-8:30 p.m. Innsbrook, Ironworks Building, 4121 Cox Road, Glen Allen.
545-1272, commonwealthparenting.org. $ 25, registration required.
17 Friday
► LiveSky Summer Solstice. A guide to the current night sky and the latest
celestial happenings. The astronomer host will answer your questions. 6 p.m.
Planetarium, Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400,
smv.org. FREE.
►Sky Watch Join members of the Richmond Astronomical Society as they share
their telescopes for a look at the night sky (weather permitting). 9 p.m.
Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400, smv.org. FREE.
18 Saturday
►Summer Movie Night What could be better than a movie under the stars?
Providence United Methodist Church provides the movie “Ant Bully.” Snacks
and activities. You bring a lawn chair and a cold drink. 8 p.m., 901 S.
Providence Road. 276-4289,
providenceumc@net. FREE.
19 Sunday
► Music in the Park at Forest Hill Park The band Southern Blues plays the
blues. 6-8 p.m., Forest Hill Park, West 41st and Forest Hill Avenue,
foresthillneighborhood.com. FREE.
►CAKE The indie band from California, together since the early 1990s, plays
a blend of rockabilly/country/rap/jazz/funk. Wait until you hear their
version of “I will
survive.” 8 p.m. The National,
708 E. Broad St. 612-1900,
thenationalva.com. $30.
30 Thursday
►Stress Management for New/Expectant Parents Do you have the energy to
enjoy your baby? Get tips on juggling work, home, and learn to relax.
10-11:30 a.m or 6:30-8 p.m. Innsbrook, Ironworks Building, 4121 Cox Road,
Glen Allen.
545-1272, commonwealthparenting.org. FREE, registration required.
THEATER
Carpenter Science Theater Company
864-1400 http://www.smv.org
Swift Creek Mill Theatre, Colonial Heights
748-5203
swiftcreekmill.com
Theatre IV
344-8040
theatreivrichmond.org
Barksdale Theatre
282-2620
barksdalerichmond.org
Empire Theatre: “Thoroughly Modern Millie” (June 19-Aug 2)
Hanover Tavern: “I Ought To Be In Pictures” (June 1-21)
Willow Lawn: “Driving Miss Daisy” (June 26-Aug 2)
ONGOING
►Lewis Ginter Gardens
Butterflies Live! Until Oct. 11,
visitors will walk among butterflies, both common and unusual, in the
Conservatory at Lewis Ginter Gardens, learning about one of nature’s
miracles. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave.
262-9887, lewisginter.org. $6-$10.
►Science Museum of Virginia
864-1400,smv.org
DAILY
Sundays
►Ethyl IMAX Dome – “Sharks” A breath-taking film by Jean-Michel Cousteau
that highlights the lions and tigers of the ocean, not wicked but endangered
beasts dating from pre-historic times. 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., Science
Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400, smv.org. IMAX only $8.50.
►Ethyl IMAX Dome – “Dolphins” Get a fascinating new perspective of these
delightful, playful and intelligent mammals. 4 p.m. Science Museum of
Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400, smv.org. IMAX only $8.50.
►Mindbender Exhibit – Unravel brain teasers and puzzles. Gather some friends
for challenges including Flying Machine, Amazing Maze and Feeding Frenzy. As
you solve puzzles, gather clues to become a member of the Mindbender
Society. Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St. Through Sept. 7.
864-1400, smv.org. $9-$10.
►River District Canal Cruises Take a 40-minute covered boat tour of the
James River and Kanawha Canal and learn the history of the canal system
established by George Washington. Noon-5 p.m. Turning Basin, Virginia Street
between 14th and Dock streets. 649-2800, venturerichmond.com. $5.
Mondays
► Evening Stroller
Strides – New moms can exercise with their babies and enjoy the company of
other mothers. 6-7 p.m. Cold Harbor Elementary School, Cold Harbor Road.
800-366-1725, strollerstrides.net/Mechanicsville for details.
► Read 2 Rover –
Children read to a certified therapy dog. 4:30 p.m. Bon Air Library, 9103
Rattlesnake Road. 320-2461, library.chesterfield.gov. FREE.
Tuesdays
►Market Emporium
at Bryan Park European-style market featuring local growers and artisans.
3-7 p.m. Bryan Park, Lakeside Avenue and Interstate 95, exit 80. FREE.
►Story Time –
Great books followed by arts and crafts to correspond with the story. All
ages are invited. 10:30 a.m. Nature’s Child, 3440 Seminole Trail,
Charlottesville. 434-973-6930, thenatureschild.com. FREE.
►Poetry Club – Get
your creative juices flowing, write original poems, and publish them in our
museum anthology. Ages 5 and up. 4 p.m. Virginia Discovery Museum,
Charlottesville. 434-977-1025,
vadm.org. $4.
►Read 2 Rover –
Children read to a certified therapy dog. 4:30 p.m. Central Library, 9501
Lori Road. 748-1604, library.chesterfield.gov. FREE.
Wednesdays
►Young @ Art –
Enjoy a story, hands-on art activities, and a gallery visit. Themes change
each month with new lessons introduced weekly. Ages 2-5 with adult. 10 a.m.
and 11:30 a.m. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Pauley Center. Register,
340-1405, vmfa.museum. $5.
►Story Time at
Barnes & Noble – Short Pump, 10:30 a.m. year-round. 360-0103. FREE.
►River District
Canal Cruises See Sundays. Noon-7 p.m. $5.
Thursdays
►Summer Concert
Series at Short Pump June 4 through Aug. 27, families are invited to enjoy
the music performed by local bands, great food, prizes and the usual
fabulous shopping. 6-8 p.m. Main Plaza, Short Pump Town Center, 11800 W.
Broad St. 360-1700, shortpumpmall.com. FREE.
►Young @ Art – See
Wednesday listing.
►River District
Canal Cruises See Wednesdays.
►Market at
Crossroads European-style market featuring local growers and artisans. 11-4
p.m. Inside at Crossroads Arts Center, 2016 Staples Mill Road. Year round.
FREE.
►Story Time at
Barnes & Noble – Short Pump, 10:30 a.m. year-round. 360-0103. FREE.
►Story Time at
Barnes & Noble – Libbie Place, 11 a.m. year-round. 282-0781. FREE.
►Book Babies
Interactive story, music and play time for babies up to 17 months and their
parents/caregivers. 10 a.m. Westover Hills Library, 1408 Westover Hills
Blvd. 646-8833. FREE.
►New Moms’ Tea
Whether it’s your first or fifth child, come connect with other mamas,
especially in those critical first few months. 10:30 a.m. Nature’s Child,
3440 Seminole Trail, Charlottesville.
434-973-6930, thenatureschild.com. FREE.
Fridays
►Lions in the
Library Until Aug 28. Do you sleep on a swan? Does a lion live in your
fireplace? Children will discover the animals living in a mansion. Age:
5-11. 1-2 p.m. Maymont Mansion, 1700 Hampton St. 358-7166 x 329,
maymont.org. $5. Children must be with an adult.
► Story Time at
Barnes & Noble – Libbie Place. The last Friday of each month features a
furry friend from the SPCA. 11 a.m. year-round. 282-0781. FREE.
l Friday Flicks Join us every Friday afternoon for a children’s movie.
4-5:30 p.m. Broad Rock Library, 4820 Warwick Road. 646-8488. FREE.
► Toddler Times –
Ages 2 through 6 w/adult. 10:30 a.m. Virginia Discovery Museum,
Charlottesville. 434-977-1025, vadm.org. $4.
►River District
Canal Cruises See Wednesdays.
Saturdays
►Baby Wearing
Workshop – New to baby-wearing? Has your child graduated to a new style of
wrap, sling, or carrier? Come by for demonstrations and a fitting tailored
to your body and needs. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Nature’s Child, 3440 Seminole Trail,
Charlottesville. 434-973-6930, thenatureschild.com. FREE.
►South of the
James Market at Forest Hill Park European-style market featuring local
growers and artisans. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Forest Hill Park, Forest Hill Avenue and
42nd Street. Every Saturday. FREE.
►River District
Canal Cruises See Wednesdays.
Where are you going this summer? How about a trip to one of our National
Parks? On the weekends of July 18-19 and August 15-16, the National Park
System is waiving all entrance fees at the 147 parks that charge admission.
Here in Virginia, there are wonderful places to visit. For
those with a historical interest, you can go to George Washington’s
birthplace and see how our nation’s first president lived. Travel to
Manassas National Battlefield Park and wander the hallowed land where two
great Civil War battles were fought.
Got an itch to go further afield? Check out the Grand Canyon or Monument
Valley out west. The National Park Service could not have made it easier to
visit in any state. Check out their site nps.gov and a map of the United
States comes up. Click on one of the states and park information shows up.
And when you click on a site, everything you need to know will be there.
Have a great traveling time and send us some pictures!
Entries are subject to change; call to confirm dates and times. Submit
entries by July 6 email in the message body to
calendar@richmondpublishing.com.
FARMERS' MARKETS
by day of week
Click on market name for more information. Click on market address for a
map.
Market
Emporium at Bryan Park,
Hermitage Road/Bellevue Avenue, 513-3100.
3-7 p.m. Tuesdays through November.
Byrd House Market,
Idlewood Ave. and S. Linden St., 643-2717.
3:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays through October.
Lakeside Market,
6110 Lakeside Ave., 262-6593.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays through November.
West End Farmers’
Market,
Gayton Rd. and Ridgefield Parkway, 564-9989.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Wednesdays through mid-December.
17th Street Farmers Market,
17th St. and E. Main St., 646-0477.
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through October.
Huguenot-Robious Farmers' Market,
2051 Huguenot Rd., 320-1317.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays through at least September.
Market at Crossroads,
Crossroads Arts Center, 2016 Staples Mill Rd., 513-3100.
11-4 p.m. Thursdays year-round.
Petersburg Farmers’ Market,
9 E. Old St., 733-2400.
7 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.
Goochland Farmers’ Market,
2955 River Road
West, 332-3144.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.
Lakeside Market,
6110 Lakeside Ave., 262-6593.
8 a.m.- 12 p.m. Saturdays through November.
St.
Stephen’s Farmers’ Market,
6000 Grove Ave., 288-2867.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.
South of
the James Market, Forest Hill Park,
New Kent Ave. and 42nd St., 513-3100. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through
December.
West End Farmers’
Market,
Gayton Rd. and Ridgefield Parkway, 564-9989.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through mid-December.
Ashland Farmers’ Market,
101 Thompson St,
(behind Town Hall), 798-9219.
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.
Chester Farmers’
Market,
Centre St. across from the Chester Library, 748-9650.
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through October.
17th Street Farmers Market,
17th St. and E. Main St., 646-0477.
Specialty markets: 4-8 p.m. Fridays through September 4, and 9 a.m.-4
p.m. Saturdays & Sundays through early November.
Fall Line Farms,
www.farm2udirect.com Fall
Line Farms is a co-op program designed to connect family-owned and -operated
farms with customers in search of local food year-round. Fall Line Farms
represents more than 25 local farms and businesses serving the Falls of the
James River region.
Summer Season 2009 runs from May 1st
through October 31st. Registration is $85 for the six-month season; these
fees cover logistics, basic administration and marketing expenses as well as
the maintenance of the website.
The
program works on a weekly cycle with orders opening Friday evening and
closing Monday evening. Members pick up orders on Thursday afternoon at one
of several Richmond-area locations.