After moving to Richmond, Sadeqa Johnson found her calling in untold history. From Yellow Wife to The House of Eve, to her latest novel, Keeper of Lost Children, she powerfully brings forgotten stories to life.
Events
2026 RFM Summer Camps & Activities Expo
Taking part in participatory science programs can further pique your curiosity in the world around you and help inspire that interest in other people too.
John Bryan has learned a thing or two about autism since his granddaughter’s diagnosis several years ago. He shares lessons, tips, and info that he wants others to know about neurodiversity.
Now’s the time to reevaluate your insurance policies to start the year off right.
Tina Pack with Holiday Pet Barn offers some practical advice for caring for your senior dog.
Find out where to swim, whether for fun or for lessons – all around the Richmond area.
Check out these RVA indoor places to visit on cold days, rainy days, or any day!
Step into Monet’s world without leaving Richmond. This family-friendly immersive exhibit blends art, learning and calm beauty—no passport required.
Simple, fun holiday outings for toddlers in Richmond — from hot cocoa and free Santa visits to stroller strolls among light displays — so you can enjoy festive magic without the stress.
From history to shopping to dining and nightlife, Lynchburg has it all. Paula Peters-Chambers tells you why it should be on your 2026 travel bucket list.
Veggie-packed meal ideas for the whole family using seasonal produce.
Eating Bird Food’s Brittany Mullins has recipes to warm us up during these cold winter months.
Celebrate the holiday season at Tom Leonard’s with fresh holiday meals, party platters, Christmas trees, and free Santa photos!
Christine shares one of her all-time favorite books, just in time for springtime reading.
Tips for supporting your child’s self-confidence when you notice negative self-talk creeping in.
Meet Comfort Zone Camp, the local non-profit that offers free grief support to kids across the country.
What you need to know about this virus on the rise.
Virginia’s new social media law limits teens to one hour a day. Experts share how families can use it to build healthier screen habits together.
John Bryan has learned a thing or two about autism since his granddaughter’s diagnosis several years ago. He shares lessons, tips, and info that he wants others to know about neurodiversity.
Find out where to swim, whether for fun or for lessons – all around the Richmond area.
Margaret bids farewell to winter, previews this issue, and reminisces about summer camp from years gone by.
Meet Comfort Zone Camp, the local non-profit that offers free grief support to kids across the country.
At SOAR365’s Summer Camp in Chesterfield, kids and adults with disabilities build confidence, friendships, and independence in a fully accessible setting.
Order socks from Virginia Down Syndrome Association to participate in Rock Your Socks Day!
Some of the most important things to keep in mind when you’re looking to make a job change.
With these simple tips, you can turn music practice from a chore into a fun activity your kids look forward to every day.
New year, new money goals. Learn why financial resolutions fail and how to make them stick with specific goals, smart planning, and accountability.
A new father struggles when love isn’t instant, then discovers it grows gradually through caregiving, his dog’s example, and learning alongside his son.
Our Real Dad, Kay Jungle, reminds us that parenting is about leading with empathy, presence, and patience.
AI is reshaping money management with smart budgeting tools and robo-advisors, but it can’t replace human insight. A hybrid approach offers guidance grounded in both data and values.
Local financial advisor Jeremy Blubaugh walks through financial risk at different stages of life.
John Morgan reflects on the backyard fort that once hosted pirate battles, castle raids, and countless childhood adventures. As the
boards bend and the kids grow taller, he’s reminded that while treehouses don’t last forever, the memories inside them do.
Alex Hutton, chief information
security officer at Atlantic Union Bank, shares tips on how to prevent AI fraud this holiday season.
Real Mom Kristin Richardson shares five simple things every busy mom should start booking for herself and why it makes all the difference.
Lucy from Greater Richmond SCAN with tips on how to slow down and stress less
during the holidays.
Successful investing isn’t about quick wins or trendy tips—it’s about patience, quality investments, and a durable long-term strategy that weathers market ups and downs.
Real Mom Jennifer Selman Flanagan explores how children instinctively express joy and how adults can learn to do the same.
Paula Buckley with GRASP shares tips for finding financial aid for college.
Coach Matt, owner of S3E CrossFit explains how parents set the tone for lifelong health and reminds us that getting active with kids builds habits, boosts mental well-being, and makes fitness fun for the whole family.
Lucy Block Rimington with Greater Richmond SCAN has tips for managing separation anxiety during school drop-off.
Use nature and your imagination to make beautiful art this spring.
Enter to win an epic summer camp experience for your 6–18-year-old at School of Rock!
Enter to win a 4-pack of tickets to James Madison’s Montpelier, and celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary at this historic Virginia estate.
Answer the RFM Reader Poll for your chance to win a Marco’s Pizza Meal Pack, good at any Richmond area location!
