12/04/2013
Nutzy's Rotary Funn Run provides funds for area charities
When the word "fun" is spelled with two N's, you KNOW you are in for a good time!
Photo courtesy: Nutzy Rotary Funn Run
Runners, walkers, crawlers - it's time for the 2nd annual Nutzy's Rotary Funn Run! The event is sponsored by The Rotary Club of West Richmond, in partnership with The Dominion Christmas Parade and the Richmond Flying Squirrels.
Photo courtesy: Nutzy Rotary Funn Run
Photo courtesy: Nutzy Rotary Funn Run
Even though the "funn run" is a 5K race for competitive and casual runners as well as walkers, it also includes lots of family-friendly activities! The race helps to raise money local children's charities. This year's recipients are the YMCA of Greater Richmond and the United Methodist Family Services.
The run will be held Saturday, December 7, beginning at 8 a.m. It will start and end on Hermitage Road behind The Diamond.
Click here for more information on registration and the course map.
Enjoy!
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Mechanicsville church hosts nativities display fundraiser
I've seen many nativity scenes in my day, but I've never seen one like this...
I guess this is called a "cat-tivity" scene.
Hey, everyone is entitled to use their imaginations. Artists have interpreted the birth of Jesus in many ways over the years, and you are invited to see hundreds of their interpretations this weekend at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville.
The church is hosting its 6th annual "No Room at the Inn Nativities Display". The event is expected to raise more than $15,000, which will benefit the homeless, including Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Function (MCEF) Rapid Rehousing, Safe Harbor, and the church's mission in Haiti. (Five homes have been built in Haiti with proceeds from the "No Room" fundraiser.)
Speaking of Haiti, check out this mahogany nativity display, carved by a Haitian artist.
Here are the details:
What: 6th annual "No Room at the Inn" Nativities Display
When: Saturday, December 7, 10 AM - 8PM Sunday, December 8, 9 AM - 4PM
Where: Catholic Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville, 23116
Cost: Adults $5, Children (18 and under) $1
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11/27/2013
Legendary Santa returns to the Children's Museum of Richmond
The Children's Museum of Richmond welcomes Legendary Santa and his beautiful Snow Queen to the museum's central location beginning Friday, November 29 through Christmas Eve.
For generations, visits to Legendary Santa have delighted thousands of children and their families who want to continue a holiday tradition or start a new one by visiting the museum and having their picture taken with Legendary Santa.
One of Richmond's most beloved holiday traditions began decades ago at the old Miller and Rhoades department store and the legend continues at the Children's Museum of Richmond's Santa Land.
Children can also shop for family members at the Legendary Santa Fawn shop. They can also ride the Polar Train and write their Christmas wishes in the Legendary Santa's post office.
Click here for dates and hours of Legendary Santa's visit. You can also call the Santa hotline at 804-474-7009.
Enjoy!
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Christmas on Wendhurst arrives Thanksgiving night
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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas on Wendhurst Drive in Glen Allen!
Actually, it has looked like Christmas at 9716 Wendhurst Drive since September - when the Thompson family began decorating their home in preparation for their annual Grand Illumination!
They've been decking their halls, windows, roof, and yard for 15 years now, and it is certainly a sight to see!
You are invited to this year's "Christmas on Wendhurst". The Thompsons will flip on the switch to thousands of lights, officially welcoming the holiday season in their neighborhood.
Photo courtesy: Christmas on Wendhurst
Word on the street is that Santa will make a brief appearance, so arrive early to get a good spot! (In the past, close to 300 people have filled the street to catch a glimpse of him.)
Here are the details:
What: Christmas on Wendhurst
Where: 9716 Wendhurst Drive, Glen Allen (You won't miss it!)
When: November 28, 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Click here for more information.
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11/20/2013
Lace up your skates! RVA on Ice opens Saturday
Ice, ice baby!
No, I'm not talking about the song - although it never hurts to take a stroll down memory lane every once in a while...
You're welcome.
I'm actually talking about the ice at the corner of Broad and 6th Streets in Richmond. Yes, the outdoor skating rink is back just in time for the holiday season!
Photo courtesy: RVA on Ice
RVA on Ice officially opens to skaters of all ages and levels on Saturday, November 23. It promises to be fun for the entire family! When you're not doing layback spins and triple salchows on the ice, you can sit down and enjoy hot chocolate, s'mores, holiday music and movies. You can even warm up near the pit fire and snack shack! How cool!
Hope to see you on the ice!
Season dates: Saturday, November 23, 2013 - Monday, January 20, 2014
Click here for more information on skate times and rental fees!
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Richmond's Willow Lawn hosts annual tree lighting celebration
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Thanksgiving is next Thursday, but it looks like Christmas has already arrived at the Shops at Willow Lawn in Richmond!
A 24-foot Christmas tree is in the middle of the retail center, but it is missing one thing - illumination. Once its lights are on, the holiday season will officially begin!
You can't switch on Christmas lights without a party (that's no fun), so Willow Lawn will host its annual tree lighting celebration on Saturday evening, and you are invited!
The party will include giveaways, crafts, face painting, horse drawn carriages, balloon art, and of course, Santa Claus!
Check out the "deets":
What: Willow Lawn's Tree Lighting Celebration
When: Saturday, November 23, 6:00-8:00 PM
Where: Willow Lawn Plaza, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond
Cost: FREE
Click here for more information.
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11/19/2013
Chesterfield museum features some of world's tallest buildings
New York City. Dubai. London. Seattle.
Yes, these cities are on my "to visit" list. But that's not the point of this post.
The cities are home to some of the world's tallest buildings! However, you don't have to spend an arm and two legs on plane tickets to see them in person.
You can see them at the Children's Museum of Richmond in Chesterfield! The best part? The buildings are constructed with nearly 200,000 Legos!
From now through December 31, the museum is hosting the "Block by Block: Inventing Amazing Architecture" exhibit. It features 10 unique buildings, built by a certified LEGO professional. You'll see and learn the history of such structures such as the Burj Khalifa, Taipei 101, and the Flatiron Building.
Check it out!
What: Block by Block: Inventing Amazing Architecture
When: Now until December 31
Where: Children's Museum of Richmond- Chesterfield, 6629 Lake Harbour Drive, Midlothian
Cost: Free with museum admission ($8)
Click here for more information.
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