Birthdays
March for Babies is the largest annual fundraising event for the March of Dimes, which will celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2013. More than 4 million babies are born in the United States each year. The March of Dimes has helped each and every one of them through research, education, vaccines and breakthroughs. Richmond is […]
Don’t Miss the Last Days of Raise the Roof at the Science Museum of Virginia!
Raise the Roof is an amazing exhibit at the Science Museum of Virginia that allows kids to experience buildings and structures in a whole new way. They have the opportunity to build structures and manipulate the physics of architecture in a variety of displays. Almost nothing speaks as clearly as a photograph, so we have […]
Paul Died and 69 People Received Help Because he Cared
Do you ever wonder what it’s like to receive organ, eye, or tissue donated by compassionate, loving people? 69 people in 16 states know what it was like to receive that gift of life after Paul Harris, a young 18-year old boy, died just one week after being involved in a single-car crash in […]
Race to Protect Children 5k Run/Walk and Kids Run: April 6
Greater Richmond SCAN’s annual race is gearing up. This year’s race is at West Broad Village in Short Pump and new this year is a Children’s Festival. The Race to Protect Children on April 6, 2013 will kick off SCAN’s local National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Join SCAN and raise funds to support their work during National […]
Don’t Miss Kindergarten Registration April 11, 2013
Kindergarten registration is Thursday, April 11, 2013 for all public schools in Virginia. Children who will be age 5 by September 30, 2013 can start kindergarten this fall. But first, they need to be registered. This is an important date for parents. Registering students on time for kindergarten offers many advantages: You receive important information about events and activities that […]
Dozens of Recommended Books Listed: Celebrate National Reading Month
March is National Read Aloud Month and it’s also the month we celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss. We have included a list of great books for kids of all ages on our website. March is the perfect time to browse the recommended selection of books to read aloud to children, or sit with them […]
St. Patty’s Palooza Celebrates Life March 16, 2013
March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day and the celebrations begin with the St. Patty’s Palooza on Saturday, March 16, 2013. It’s a family friendly festival with plenty of fun for everyone. Events at the St. Patty’s Palooza are completely free. Activities include: A petting zoo 3 children’s inflatable activities Live entertainment/bands Local festive dancing groups […]
Kindergarten Registration is April 11, 2013
Kindergarten registration is Thursday, April 11, 2013 for all public schools in Virginia. Children who will be age 5 by September 30, 2013 can start kindergarten this fall. But first, they need to be registered. This is an important date for parents. Registering students on time for kindergarten offers many advantages: You receive important information about events and activities that […]
January is National Mentoring Month: Mentor at the Science Museum
January 3, 2012: President Barack Obama has issued a proclamation designating January as National Mentoring Month, saying, “Every day, mentors help young Americans face the challenges of growing into adulthood. By setting a positive example and sharing their time, knowledge and experience, mentors play an essential role in preparing our Nation’s youth for a bright future. During […]
How to Encourage Healthier Eating for Kids in 2013
2013 is an opportunity create healthy, life-long habits for adults and kids. With the alarming adolescent obesity rate in our country, teaching kids healthy nutrition is just one way to make 2013 a better year. There are two ways to improve a child and adult’s nutrition: Add fruits and vegetables to each meal Reduce Sugar […]
