Behind the Shell: the W.M.R. & Seven Pines Bag Loading
Sandston Library 23 E. Willamsburg Rd., Sandston, VAWith America's entry into World War I, the land on which the town of Sandston and the airport now occupy, played an important role in the war effort. Local businessmen lobbied DuPont and the government to construct a powder bag loading plant. The Women's Munition Reserve recruited, trained, and staffed the plant with jobs designed…
VCUarts Theatre presents School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play
W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VirginiaA funny and fast-paced comedy centered around schoolgirls competing for the Miss Ghana Pageant in 1986. Plans are foiled, secrets are spilled, and feelings are hurt as the girls navigate high school social dynamics infused with colorism, classism, and bullying. By Jocelyn Bioh.
Alma Thomas Day
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAMake crafts inspired by the colorful paintings of Alma Thomas, artist and teacher from D.C., who was the first African-American woman to have a solo exhibition in the Whitney Museum of American Art. Ideal for ages 2 to 8. Event free with museum admission.
Learn to Weave
Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United StatesParticipate in a craft where kids will practice school readiness skills like pattern recognition and sequential ordering through weaving. Ideal for ages 4 to 8 yrs. (Free for members, $)
Season Premiere: So It Appears
VCU institute for Contemporary Art 601 W Broad St, Richmond, VAFeaturing over 40 works by 19 international artists on abstraction (or so it appears at first sight).
Special Focus Tour: Dining in Lenten Tudor England
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesLearn about the culinary traditions during Shakespeare's lifetime during the Lenten season.
4th Friday Art Shows and Opening Reception
Art Works 320 Hull St., Richmond, VAEnjoy 4 new exhibits, meet the artists, enjoy music, refreshments, free parking, and tour 80 artist studios.
Carrie Underwood
John Paul Jones ArenaCarrie Underwood will return to John Paul Jones Arena with special guest Jimmie Allen during her Denim & Rhinestones tour. $1 from every ticket purchased will be donated to Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Doors open at 6:30PM
Jazz, Flute, and Sax
The Tin Pan 8981 Quioccasin Rd, Richmond, VABorn on December 25th in Detroit, Michigan Althea René began her musical journey at the tender age of four years old. She studied classical music while attending Howard University.
Central Virginia Coin Club Show
Ivey Memorial Church 17120 Jefferson Davis Hwy, S. Chesterfield, VAUS, Foreign, and Ancient coins and currency to buy, sell, and trade. Family friendly event. Door prizes all day. Questions call Bill Scott 804-350-1140.