Earth Day
Deep Run Park 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy., Henrico, VAThere will be music, activities for all ages, and food truck refreshments available for purchase. Learn about sustainability initiatives and resources available in Henrico County such as energy efficiency, solar power, electric vehicles, recycling, and more.
Scotchtown Fiber Festival
Patrick Henry's Scotchtown 16120 Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam, VACelebrate spring, the shearing of the sheep, and fiber production. There are also open house tours, children’s activities area, demonstrations in the hearth kitchen, local crafters and vendors, food trucks, and more.
Bahia de Santa Maria: The Spanish Presence in Early Virginia, 1517-1616
Henricus Historical Park 251 Henricus Park Rd, Chester, VADemonstrations will include weapons, armor, clothing, and food of the Spanish soldiers, the objectives of Spanish officers when engaged with native people, English or French contenders, and the religious, political, and economic considerations of creating an outpost mission.
Stavna Ballet
Clover Hill Library 6701 Deer Run Dr., Midlothian, VAExperience the story of Peter Pan through dance. Ages 5 to 11. Registration begins two weeks before each program.
Digging Up Dinos
Central Library 7051 Lucy Corr Blvd, Chesterfield, VAAges 2 to 4, dig up some dinos at this special dino-themed story time. Sing songs and hear stories, then go on a fossil hunt. Registration beings April 15.
Spaced Out- Mad Science: Sun and Stars
Meadowdale Library 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond, VAAges 5 and older, the Mad Scientist leads a stellar class through the life cycles of the stars. Learn about the sun, see stardust form, and discover how our star makes waves across the spectrum. Registration begins two weeks before each program.
Documentary Screening: Paul Laurence Dunbar: Beyond the Mask
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VADocumentary on the life and legacy of the first African American poet/writer to gain international fame. Filmmaker, Frederick Lewis, a professor at Ohio University, will be present to introduce the film and lead a post-screening discussion, joined by Lisa Edwards-Burrs, the voice of Mr. Dunbar's wife.
Flowers For Friends
North Courthouse Road Library 325 Courthouse Road, North Chesterfield, VATeens, use critical thinking, problem solving and creativity as you learn the nuances of D&D and facilitate the creation of your own stories. Registration begins 2 weeks before each program.
Earth Day Celebration
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesAn activity-packed event exploring sustainability, natural resources, and environmental science. There will also be hands-on activities and Dome shows included with admission.
