The Black Angels: A Nurse’s Story
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAHailed out of Staten, Island, New York at Seaview Hospital, the incredible story of 300 African American nurses who risked their lives to care for patients with tuberculosis when there was no cure and white nurse's refused. This documentary gives homage to Black Angel, Marjorie Tucker Reed.
Tutus & Ties on Tuesdays
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAMovement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making. Dress up and move, move, move. This event is free with museum admission.
The World War I Monument of Byrd Park
Virginia War Memorial 621 South Belvidere Street, Richmond, VAJoin VWM Education Director Jim Triesler as he explores the WWI Monument of Byrd Park.
Celebrate Valentine’s Week
Various locations througout RVA-see website for locations VARelationship Foundation of VA, in partnership with Fatherhood Foundation of VA is celebrating couples and strong families. They will have events planned to take the guesswork out of Valentine's planning and Date Nights to keep mom and dad close and connected.
The House of Eve Book Launch Party
Richmond Main Library 101 East Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, United StatesThe newest book from Fountain Favorite, award-winning author of The Yellow Wife, Sadeqa Johnson. This event will be held in person as well as livestreamed on the Library's YouTube channel. Registration required.
Lee DeWyze
The Tin Pan 8981 Quioccasin Rd, Richmond, VAWith an earnest ability to create a delicate balance of harmony, melody, deep emotion and subtlety, Lee DeWyze’s depth as a songwriter call to mind some of his earliest influences like Simon and Garfunkel, Yusef Islam (Cat Stevens) and Johnny Cash.
Abraham Lincoln, African Americans, and the Emancipation Proclamation
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAAbraham Lincoln is often called The Great Emancipator; however, enslaved people were responsible for seizing their own freedom. During this program, students will explore primary sources related to self-emancipation at Fort Monroe and the resulting Confiscation Acts. Students will also analyze the Emancipation Proclamation and explore the impact it had on both enslaved and free…
A Place for Parents
VirtualA virtual space for moms, dads, grandparents, and anyone raising children to ask questions and access support in their parenting journey. Join online at grscan.com/aplaceforparents every Wednesday morning. Ends April 26, 2023.
Pom Pom Puffles with Kelis
Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VAJoin CMoR Play Guide Kelis in the Art Studio for structured craft time. They’ll be using yarn to make cute and soft pom pom “puffles” while developing school readiness skills. This event is ideal for ages 2 to 5 yrs. This event is free with Museum admission.
Wildblood Launch Party with Lauren Blackwood
Fountain Bookstore 1312 East Cary Street, Richmond, VANew York Times bestselling author Lauren Blackwood will be chatting with Emily Thiede about her follow-up to the bestselling Within These Wicked Walls.