Event category: Learning & Enrichment

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May
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May
May 5, 2026 @ 04:00 PM - May 5, 2026 @ 05:00 PM

STEAM Team: Balloon Rockets

Ready, set, blast off! Kids will build their own balloon rocket and discover how air and motion work together to make things fly! (Free)
East End Library at 1200 N 25th St., Richmond
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Aug
Jun 30, 2026 @ 01:30 PM - Aug 4, 2026 @ 03:30 PM

The HBCU Bridge Summer Edition

A culturally relevant program empowering Richmond youth with HBCU exposure, financial literacy, and career readiness skills. (Free)
Virtual at 1925 U St.
24
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Jun
Jun 24, 2026 @ 03:30 PM - Jun 24, 2026 @ 05:00 PM

Teen STEAM: Bottle Rocket Competition

Build your own rockets and see how far they go. Rain date: Tuesday, June 30th. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
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Jun
Jun 18, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - Jun 18, 2026 @ 07:00 PM

Rainbow Suncatchers

Catch the bright rays of the summer sun in a suncatcher and cast them in rainbows all around the room. All the supplies and instructions will be provided. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
11
Jun
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Jun 11, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - Jun 11, 2026 @ 07:30 PM

Pride Flag Fuse Beads

Use fuse beads to create your pride symbol, then choose between a magnet or keychain to show off your new accessory. All materials provided. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
16
May
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May
May 16, 2026 @ 03:00 PM - May 16, 2026 @ 04:30 PM

Gardening for Wildlife

Native plants are a vital support for local animals, insects, and humans. Talk about the role of these native species while planting them at the library. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
14
May
14
May
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May
May 14, 2026 @ 04:30 PM - May 14, 2026 @ 05:30 PM

Teen STEAM: Kokedama

A Japanese technique for displaying plants rooted in a ball of soil, wrapped in sheet moss, and secured with twine, to bring greenery into a space. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
05
May
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May
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May
May 5, 2026 @ 04:30 PM - May 5, 2026 @ 05:30 PM

Mother’s Day: Plantable Seed Paper Cards

Show the maternal figures in your life eco-friendly love by writing them a heartfelt Mother's Day note on a card made of biodegradable paper filled with seeds. (Free)
1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
16
Jun
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Jun
Jun 16, 2026 @ 04:30 PM - Jun 16, 2026 @ 05:30 PM

Flag Design

Calling all young vexillologists (flag studiers) and vexillographers (flag designers). Learn the history and meaning behind various flags and design your own. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
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Jun 16, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - Jun 16, 2026 @ 12:00 PM

STEAM Team: Juneteenth Confetti Poppers

Prepare to celebrate Juneteenth with a bang and make your own confetti popper out of everyday items. Materials and instructions provided. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond
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Jun
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Jun
Jun 13, 2026 @ 09:00 AM - Jun 13, 2026 @ 03:00 PM

STEAM Team: Dinosaur Egg Hunt

Find a hidden dinosaur egg and reveal the plastic dinosaur inside using a vinegar solution on the baking soda shell. All supplies provided while they last. (Free)
Ginter Park Library at 1200 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond