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Friday Storytime & Craft
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAJoin us for storytime in the Downtown Art Studio followed by a related art activity on Friday. This event is ideal for ages 2-5 yrs. This event is free with ...
3rd Annual Ashland Book Festival ft. A.J. Finn.
Ashland Theatre 205 England Street, Ashland, VAA. J. Finn will be in person to discuss his latest work a spellbinding thriller, End of Story. ...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Graduation Party
Main Library 101 East Franklin Street, RichmondIf your child has "graduated" from Imagination Library RVA by turning 5 years old, they'd love to honor and celebrate your child for being a part of the program. Enjoy ...
3rd Annual Ashland Book Festival ft. Senator Tim Kaine
Ashland Theatre 205 England Street, Ashland, VASenator Tim Kaine has served people throughout his life as a teacher, civil rights lawyer, and elected official. In 2019 Kaine commemorated both his sixtieth birthday and his twenty-fifth year ...
Hell Put to Shame with Earl Swift
Book People 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VAEarl Swift returns to talk about his latest book Hell Put to Shame: The 1921 Murder Farm Massacre and the Horror of America's Second Slavery. Earl will read from and ...
Toddler Takeover
Ashland Theatre 205 England Street, Ashland, VAThe second Saturday of each month for the Toddler Takeover. Sponsored by T-Mobile, this is a free event, no tickets are needed. ...
Saturday Story Time
Powhatan County Library 2270 Mann Road, Powhatan, VARead books, sing songs, learn finger-plays, and more. Related craft afterwards. ...
Haunted Inns and Hotels of VA with Susan Schwartz
Book People 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VAVirginia's long history and many beauties attract millions of visitors each year--and some never leave. Enjoy a ghostly journey along Virginia's byways with author and paranormal expert Susan Schwartz. ...
The Wide Wide Sea with Hampton Sides
Fountain Bookstore 1312 East Cary Street, Richmond, VAHistory lovers, this is for you. Hampton Sides will be in conversation with local author Dean King at the store. Registration required. Captain James Cook has been viewed by millions ...
Family Story Time
Powhatan County Library 2270 Mann Road, Powhatan, VARead books, sing songs, learn finger-plays, and more. Related craft afterwards. ...
Bilingual Story Time French
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAMeet in the CMoR Playhouse for bilingual story time. Sing, dance, read, and learn French. This event is free with Museum admission. ...
Concert Ballet of Virginia StoryBook Series
Meadowdale Library 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond, VAThe Concert Ballet of Virginia will enchant readers with a special performance of Peter Rabbit. Hear the story narrated aloud as dancers bring the words to life. Meet the performers ...
Concert Ballet of Virginia StoryBook Series
Meadowdale Library 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond, VAThe Concert Ballet of Virginia will enchant readers with a special performance of Peter Rabbit. Hear the story narrated aloud as dancers bring the words to life. Meet the performers ...
Armed Forces Day in The Haunted Zone
Book People 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VAOn Armed Forces Day they will welcome several of the authors from The Haunted Zone: A Horror Anthology by Women Military Veterans. Sirrah Medeiros, Sam Casey, Pamela K. Kinney, Tara ...
A House Like an Accordion Launch Party with Audrey Burges
Sam Miller's Restaurant 1210 East Cary Street, Richmond, VACelebrate local author Audrey's second novel. She will be talking with Andi. Registration required. ...
Last Friday Book Club
Powhatan County Library 2270 Mann Road, Powhatan, VAMonthly book discussion club for adults. For titles and schedule of what they are reading please go to www.powhatanlibrary.net or visit the library. ...
Spring Home School Open House
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAHomeschoolers are invited to an open house to view the newest exhibition, "Julia Child: A Recipe for Life" and explore Virginia's food history. Please view the schedule of activities: Young ...
A Discussion with Pulitzer Prize Winner Alan Taylor
Book People 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VAAlan will discuss and take questions about his newest book American Civil Wars: A Continental History, 1850-1873. Covers two decades that shook North America, shaped the destinies of three nations, ...
Richmond Romp and Read Literacy Fair
Bellemeade ParkCelebrate literacy with reading corners, nature crafts, music, games, free food from local farms and vendors, and free books for children. Hosted by Dolly Parton's Imagination Library RVA. ...
Richmond’s Romp and Read Fair
Bellemeade ParkAn afternoon of fun for children of all ages to share the excitement around reading. There will be field play, nature crafts, storytimes, painting, and more. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library ...
Hall of Mirrors Launch Party with John Copenhaver
Fountain Bookstore 1312 East Cary Street, Richmond, VACelebrate the launch of Hall of Mirrors with local author and friend of Fountain John Copenhaver. John will be joined by K.T. Nguyen at the store. Registration required. When a ...
Bilingual Story Time French
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAMeet in the CMoR Playhouse for bilingual story time. Sing, dance, read, and learn French. This event is free with Museum admission. ...
The Last Twelve Miles with Erika Robuck
Fountain Bookstore 1312 East Cary Street, Richmond, VAErika will be in conversation with Bethanne Patrick at the store. Registration required. ...
Toddler Takeover – Free Event!
Ashland Theatre 205 England Street, Ashland, VAFor one hour the Theatre is open to all children ages 1 month to 6 years. They will be showing cartoons and other family-friendly fare for our young audience with ...
The Night Doctor of Richmond
Book People 10464 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VAThe book launch of The Night Doctor of Richmond by Tony Gentry, professor emeritus at VCU. Tony will read from and discuss this deeply researched biographical novel which imagines the ...
Holy City with Henry Wise
Benchtop Brewing Company 434 Hull St, Richmond, VAHenry will be chatting about writing and his debut book with VA favorite, SA Cosby. Registration required. ...
Shae with Mesha Maren
Fountain Bookstore 1312 East Cary Street, Richmond, VAFountain favorite Mesha Maren returns with her gorgeous new novel, Shae! She will be talking with Andi in store. Registration required. A queer coming-of-age novel about addiction, belonging, and loving ...
Stories at the Museum
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAAimed at early elementary learners, this educator led Stories at the Museum program will feature a read-aloud story time in a related museum gallery, paired with a craft activity. Your ...
Bright and Tender Dark with Joanna Pearson
Fountain Bookstore 1312 East Cary Street, Richmond, VAAndi will be talking to Joanna about her chilling debut novel. Registration required. ...
Story Time in the Garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VAGather outside under the oaks in front of the Kelly Education Center each Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. Children can also participate in a craft or hands-on activity. (Weather ...