Birthdays
National Adoption Day is a collective national effort to raise awareness of the more than 100,000 children in foster care waiting to find permanent, loving families. This annual, one-day event has made the dreams of thousands of children come true by working with policymakers, practitioners and advocates to finalize adoptions and create and celebrate adoptive […]
Inspiration for the Start of a New School Year
Starting a new school year can be overwhelming for many children. The schedule change, added workload and the wish to succeed can be a lot of pressure on even the brightest kids. It might be helpful for many of them to know some of the best and the brightest suffered enormous obstacles at some point and […]
October is Family Literacy Month!
Please read me this book! Reading together is one request a parent never has to turn down. Reading aloud is quality time that will help your child feel special and loved–and it will motivate your child to want to read. All you need is a good book and a few minutes each day. For a starting point […]
Advanced Orthopaedics and Ortho On-Call to collect sports gear to benefit programs of Fit4Kids
Local Physicians Launch New Initiative to Get Children Up and Active Advanced Orthopaedics and Ortho On-Call to collect sports gear to benefit programs of Fit4Kids Advanced Orthopaedics and Ortho On-Call have launched a new community initiative designed to increase recreation options and active living at home and school for area kids who do not have […]
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Vaccines (shots) help prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. National Immunization Awareness Month is the perfect time to review what vaccines and make sure your family is up-to-date. Everyone age 6 months and older needs a seasonal flu shot every year. Other shots work best when they are given at certain ages. • If you […]
FeedMore: Henrico County Libraries Collecting Food in July
Do you ever wonder how you can help feed hungry children? Well, now you can do it right here in our community at our local libraries. Throughout the month of July, you can donate non-perishable food items to FeedMore’s Central Virginia Food Bank at any Henrico County Library Branch. Children will enjoy this fun time […]
Powhatan State Park Grand Opening July 6, 2013
Raising kids in the Richmond area just became even more fun than ever. Richmond families are about to have another fantastic State Park to enjoy. Powhatan State Park will become Virginia’s 36th state park when it opens on July 6, 2013. With 1,565 acres of fun, there will be plenty to do. What better place […]
VA529 is Giving Away $15,000 PLUS Purchase Raffle Ticket to Win $58,000+
Look what VA529 is up to now. They’re giving away $15,000 to lucky winners, AND you can purchase a $45 raffle ticket to possibly win up to $58,000 for college tuition. Now that’s a deal! Children’s Museum of Virginia and VA529 Teaming Together Visit this link to learn about the CMoR raffle. Spend $45 on […]
Kindergarten Readiness Forum May 21st
The Kindergarten Readiness Forum is Back! Join CMoR for a very informative session focused on kindergarten readiness and choosing a school for your child. Hear from Dr. Cheryl Thomas, Director of Elementary Education, Henrico County Public Schools and from Amanda Surgner, Vice President of Advancement and Director of Admission for Collegiate School. When: Tuesday, […]
‘Stir it Up’ Festival is Coming to Richmond May 5th
Raising kids in the Richmond area has never been more fun! And now, there’s a new festival that kids will love. Stir It Up is a brand new fun, interactive and educational event for families in the Richmond area. The event will offer families great resources and lots of free stuff related to Eating Well, Moving […]
