Event category: Books & Story Time

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Jan
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22
Jan
Jan 22, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - Jan 22, 2026 @ 07:15 PM

In-Person Book Talk: After the Fire with Nelson Lankford

Explore Richmond’s rebirth after the 1865 fire in After the Fire with Dr. Nelson Lankford in this compelling look at a city reshaped by war. ($)
13
Feb
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Feb
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15
Feb
Feb 13, 2026 @ 02:00 PM - Feb 15, 2026 @ 03:00 PM

Relationships Forged in War Symposium

Explore the human connections shaped by the Civil War—plus new customizable weekend experiences, tours, and events. ($)
13
Dec
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Dec
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13
Dec
Dec 13, 2025 @ 11:00 AM - Dec 13, 2025 @ 01:00 PM

Murray Goes to the Playground

Murray Goes to the Playground invites young readers into the delightful world of Murray, a confident and lovable Sheepadoodle with a heart full of curiosity. (Free)
Book People at 10464 Ridgefield Parkway
21
Feb
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21
Feb
Feb 21, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Feb 21, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

The Calabash Experience

Through folktales infused with rhythm, movement and music, timeless traditions come alive. Be part of this Black History Month story. (Free)
Bon Air Library at 9103 Rattlesnake Rd
17
Jan
17
Jan
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17
Jan
Jan 17, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Jan 17, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

Teddy Bear Yoga

Grab your favorite stuffie for a teddy bear picnic themed yoga lesson with professional yoga instructor Tara O'Connor. (Free)
North Courthouse Road Library at 325 Courthouse Road
30
Dec
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30
Dec
Dec 30, 2025 @ 10:00 AM - Dec 30, 2025 @ 05:00 PM

VMHC Used Book Sale

The VMHC's annual used book sale returns Dec. 30, 2025 through Jan. 11. 2026. Shop a huge selection of gently used books. (Free)
Virginia Museum of History & Culture at 428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard
10
Jan
10
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10
Jan
Jan 10, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Jan 10, 2026 @ 11:30 AM

Read to Callie the Dog

Bring your kids to read to Callie and her buddy, Landon (from PUP READers) every 2nd and 4th Saturday. Call the Ginter Park Branch for changes in schedule. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
05
Jan
05
Jan
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05
Jan
Jan 5, 2026 @ 04:30 PM - Jan 5, 2026 @ 05:30 PM

Tween Book Club Meeting

Discuss the middle grade book of the month and eat snacks. Also be choosing a book for discussion next month. For ages 9 to 13/grades 4 through 8. Newcomers welcome. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
13
Jan
13
Jan
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13
Jan
Jan 13, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Jan 13, 2026 @ 11:00 AM

Preschool Story Time

A fun, interactive, and educational story time featuring books, songs, rhymes, and activities. For ages three through five with an accompanying adult. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
07
Jan
07
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07
Jan
Jan 7, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Jan 7, 2026 @ 11:00 AM

Book Babies

A fun and interactive story time featuring books, music, and play for babies from birth to seventeen months accompanied by their caregiver. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
15
Dec
15
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Dec
Dec 15, 2025 @ 10:00 AM - Dec 15, 2025 @ 11:00 AM

Storybook Dance Class

Join bbgb tales for kids and Bella Ballerina RVA for a storybook-based dance class at the bookstore. This class is great for kids ages 2 to 5. (Free)
bbgb tales for kids at 3003 W Cary St