Event category: Arts & Crafts

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Mar
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Mar 26, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Mar 26, 2026 @ 02:00 PM

STEM Day at Cape Henry Lighthouse

A day of special activities designed for school aged children. From science to art all kids will get to take home a new bit of knowledge about lighthouses. ($)
Cape Henry Lighthouse at 583 Atlantic Avenue Fort Story
27
Mar
27
Mar
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27
Mar
Mar 27, 2026 @ 01:30 PM - Mar 27, 2026 @ 03:30 PM

Make and Paint Friday

A chance for children to be artistic and fun through their painting activities. Learn some new skills while showing off the ones you already have. Repeats April 24. ($)
Children’s Museum of Richmond, Downtown at 2626 West Broad St. Richmond, VA
30
Mar
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Mar
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30
Mar
Mar 30, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Mar 30, 2026 @ 12:00 PM

Global Crafts for Kids

A special morning of spring break programming. Families are invited to stop by the lobby for a series of crafts inspired by global traditions. ($)
Virginia Museum of History & Culture at 428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard
18
Apr
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Apr 18, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Apr 18, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

Kids Create Art: Pizza Collage

Serve up creativity with a pizza collage. Kids will weave a paper tablecloth and learn a fancy napkin fold for an art project that’s a feast for the eyes. (Free)
Ettrick-Matoaca Library at 4501 River Road
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Apr
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Apr
Apr 11, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Apr 11, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

Kids Create Art: Foil Figure Sculpture

Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade will explore art and create foil figure sculptures in this artist-led workshop. (Free)
Chester Library at 11800 Centre Street, Chester, VA
14
Mar
14
Mar
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14
Mar
Mar 14, 2026 @ 02:00 PM - Mar 14, 2026 @ 04:00 PM

Rainbow Wave Celebration

Celebrate the colors of the rainbow. A day filled with swimming, fun, and colors. ($)
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Apr
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Apr
Apr 25, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Apr 25, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

Sensory Sprouts

Explore, play, and grow. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will dive into activities that spark curiosity, inspire learning, and support early development. Perfect for ages 7 months- 5 years. (Free)
East End Library at 1200 N 25th St., Richmond
07
Apr
07
Apr
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07
Apr
Apr 7, 2026 @ 04:00 PM - Apr 7, 2026 @ 05:00 PM

STEAM Team: Seed Bomb Science

Make something that grows for Earth Day. A fun, seed bomb craft. Best for ages 5 to 10 with a caregiver. (Free)
East End Library at 1200 N 25th St., Richmond
21
Apr
21
Apr
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Apr
Apr 21, 2026 @ 04:30 PM - Apr 21, 2026 @ 05:30 PM

Classical Poetry Mad Libs

"Quoth the raven [adverb]" take some beloved poetry and spice it up by getting you fill in the blanks---without knowing which poem it is. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
07
Apr
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Apr
Apr 7, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - Apr 7, 2026 @ 01:00 PM

Cherry Blossom Painting with Cotton Balls

Mimic the stunning sight of spring cherry blossoms easy-breezy using a quick painting trick with clothespins and cotton balls. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
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Mar
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Mar
Mar 24, 2026 @ 04:30 PM - Mar 24, 2026 @ 05:30 PM

Yarn Wrapped Fruit

Use cardboard and yarn to create quick and easy fruit-themed decorations. All materials will be provided. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
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Mar
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Mar
Mar 23, 2026 @ 04:30 PM - Mar 23, 2026 @ 05:30 PM

Make It! Monday

Bi-weekly arts and crafts program, themed or freestyle. All materials provided. For kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond