Birthdays
May is the beginning of the Pick Your Own season and Strawberries come first! Listed below are the many different places to go in the area to enjoy this annual treat. Check each website to confirm when the strawberries will be ripe – we have seen estimates of May 4th – 10th. Chesterfield Berry Farm 26002 Pear Orchard Road, […]
Helping Kids Make New Year’s Resolutions
Do you like to make New Year’s resolutions? Maybe your kids would like it too! Many people enjoy making lists and committing to positive changes as the new year approaches. It’s a good time to help children learn about setting goals, creating plans, and making a commitment towards important accomplishments. The best way to teach […]
Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe
Here’s a new take on a Sugar Cookie recipe that’s quick, easy, and delicious! The confectioner’s sugar and cream of tartar make cookies lighter. Let the kids cut out shapes, sprinkle colored sugar, and package baked cookies for gifts. This is a fun activity for after school or while enjoying a fun Christmas movie or […]
Royal White Icing for Perfect Holiday Cookies
Looking for an easy recipe for Royal Icing to decorate your holiday gingerbread house? Here it is! Royal Icing 4 egg whites 4 cups confectioners’ sugar (sifted) 1 teaspoon lemon extract 1 teaspoon cream of tartar Beat egg whites in clean, large bowl using mixer on high speed. Beat until foamy. Gradually add sugar, lemon […]
MAY is the Month to Pick Your Own Strawberries!
Use Facebook or Twitter to check the picking conditions at each field! Mount Olympus Berry Farm 23298 Jefferson Davis Highway, Ruther Glen, VA 22546 Phone: 804.448.0395 Mount Olympus offers pick your own strawberries, blueberries and blackberries. Call or visit the website for details on what’s in season. Facebook link here. Chesterfield Berry Farm 26002 Pear […]
Easter Fun in the Richmond Area!
Looking for some Easter Fun for your little ones? Check out these classic events and some other opportunities to celebrate the season. Dominion Family Easter at Maymont Saturday, April 20thMaymont Carriage House Lawn10am-3pmFree admission, but many activities require a fee. Enjoy one of Richmond’s favorite Easter traditions with the Easter Bunny, crafts, games, live […]
March 23rd & 24th is Time Travelers: A Free Weekend of Richmond History featuring 18 Historic Sites in the Region
The Richmond Region’s most renowned historic sites will offer visitors a “Passport” to time-travel during a special admission-free weekend, March 23rd and 24th. Tourists and locals alike are invited to discover the area’s treasures, spanning 400 years of fascinating history. Each site will offer complimentary admission to visitors who show a Time Travelers Passport, available […]
Local Summer Camp Fairs & Expos
Are you looking for a camp fair to learn more about local camp options? Listed below are the local fairs and expos where you can just that. Tuesday, February 2ist Summer Camp Fair. Deep Run High School. 5:30pm – 8pm. This camp fair is coordinated for elementary and middle school parents to find out more […]
Our Top 5 Things to Do Over Winter Break
School is almost out! Once the festivities are over, have you thought about how you will fill the days? Here are a few ideas… 1. RVA Winter Puppetfest A Completely Kids Favorite! Enjoy a puppet show with the kids. December 26th – 30th. Richmond Triangle Players’ Robert B. Moss Theatre, located at 1300 Altamont Avenue. All Tickets […]
Family Friendly Celebrations for New Year’s Eve
There is lots to do this New Years Eve – check out our list! New Year’s Eve Bash. 10am-2pm. Children’s Museum of Richmond – all locations. All locations will have a countdown to the noon year, special activities, and more! All events are included with museum admission. Noon Year’s Eve Celebration. 10am-1pm. Science Museum of […]
