July

July 15 - 17
Planning, Designing and Planting a Kitchen Garden
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
"Are you ready to move beyond vegetables in rows and herbs in pots to an elegantly designed kitchen garden, where beds of vegetables co-exist with flowers and herbs in a compact, easily managed space? Kitchen gardens are made for intensive gardening, so they are usually smaller than traditional vegetable plots, can easily be fenced to deter deer and other critters, and they can look lovely!"
For More Information: (804)262-9887 or www.lewisginter.org

July 19
Benefit Concerts for St. Josephs Villa
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Citrine Cuisine, 7515 Brook Rd, Richmond, Va 23227
Event Summary: "100% of the profits will go to St. Joseph's Villa for children, with austism. Continueous music by local bands. The event will be outside in the large parking lot area. No Charge/Donations appreciated."
For More Information: 804-266-1225 or email citrinecuisine@gmail.com

July 19
Community Family Fun Day
3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Courts Of Praise Ministries, 7211 Ironbridge Road, Richmond, VA
Event Summary: "This will be a day filled with games, food, music and fun! We'll have face painting, a moon bounce, games with giveaways and much, much more! Bring your entire family! There's something for everyone!"
For More Information: (804)335-7034
 

July 19
7th Annual "Citywide" Recognition Day Celebration
Noon - 8 p.m.
Byrd Park Shields Lake
Event Summary: "Objective: To bring unity in the community through positive partnership building. We will offer free food and drinks, live entertainment, educational speakers, health care services, employment services, a fashion show, sack race, moon bounce, three youth and adult raffles and more."
For More Information: www.motiv8s.org

July 19 - 20
Pork, Peanut & Pine Festival
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Chippokes Plantation State Park, Surry, VA
"Fun for the whole family, children's corner, food, arts & crafts, live local entertainment, animals, tours, exhibits. Main Attraction: David Lee Murphy, July 19th at 3 p.m. $5 per person, 10 & under free."
For More Information: www.toursurryva.com/pppfestival.html,www.toursurryva.com/pppfestival.html

July 22-24
The Richmond Neuter Project
Church Hill
Event Summary: "Pit bulls and pit bull mixes from this area will be spayed or neutered for free.
For More Information: www.richmondneuter.org

July 23
Advanced Techniques in Obtaining Business with the Federal Government: Soliciting and Contracting Phase
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Event Summary: "How to understand bidding processes and learn about the needs and buying practices of your potential customer, understanding federal regulations and acquisitions, how to identify major purchasing agencies, identify federal prime contractors, and become a federal contract subcontractor. We will also cover basic government contract writing tips. Program and dinner cost: $10 for Members and $20 for Non Members. Open to the public. Pre-register with Tinh Phan, (804)798-3975 or e-mail: aabac@aabac.org
For More Information: www.aabac.org.

July 24
Money in Politics: The Public's Right to Know
Noon to 1 p.m.
Library of Virginia
Event Summary: "David Poole, executive director and founder of the Virginia Public Access Project, will discuss the VPAP and demonstrate how to use the system that tracks money in Virginia politics. The VPAP Web site also maintains a list of lobbyists and has election results dating back to 1997. Co-sponsored by the Society of Professional Journalists and the League of Women Voters of Virginia."
For More Information: 692-3592

July 24
Tea Time For Massey
3 p.m.
Cuppa Tea Company, 1 North Morris Street
Event Summary: "Join us for a relaxing, traditional English afternoon tea to benefit VCU Massey Cancer Center. Tea sandwiches, decadent pastries, scones, Devonshire cream, and fruit preserves on a three-tiered tray accompany your choice of a pot of tea.
What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Cost: $30.00"
Contact Name: Lurline Wagner
For More Information: 254-8322

July 26
American Red Cross Fundraiser
Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Vitamin Shoppe at Libbie Shopping Center on Broad Street
Event Summary: "Dr. Nelson Gregory and the Vitamin Shoppe along with 3 local personal trainers, a podiatrist and a local small farmer are holding a fundraiser for the Red Cross. There will be a dunk tank as well as a silent auction. All net proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross Local Disaster Fund."
For More Information: (804)261-6685

July 29
Organic Gardening Class
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Event Summary: "Organic farmer Amy Hicks of Amy's Garden discusses how to ‘go green' with your garden, including soil amendments, plant maintenance, and pest control. Amy will focus on growing flowers and vegetables in our area, with an emphasis on traditional cutting garden flowers and heirloom vegetable varieties that perform well in the Richmond area. $25 members / $35 non-members
For More Information: 804-262-9887 or www.lewisginter.org

August

August 2
Hanover Book Festival
10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
VFW Post 9808, 7168 Flag Lane, Mechanicsville
Event Summary: "This is the 3rd year for this fun family event which includes lots of children's activities, a silent auction, prize giveaways, displays by Hanover Fire & Rescue and Police Dept. in keeping with this year's theme, "Reading to the Rescue", seminars, over 40 of Virginia's authors, and lots of books!"
For More Information: (804)779-2660 or www.hanoverbookfestival.com or jliggan@comcast.net
 

August
Jamaica's Independence Dinner & Dance
8 p.m.
Military Retirees Club, 2220 Sledd St. Richmond, VA 23220
Event Summary: "The event is open to the public at a cost of $20 now, or $25 at the venue. Our patrons can call: 804-370-2430 for tickets information."
For More Information: www.jamaicaassociation.org

August 2
Fragrance in the Garden class
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Event Summary: "Learn the horticultural aspects of fragrance, such as what fragrant plants to grow, where to best grow them, how to blend and combine them, and specific aspects of the essential fragrant garden collection. Current research in the area of fragrance will also be covered. $20 members / $30 non-members."
For More Information: (804)262-9887 or www.lewisginter.org

August 3
Voices of Inspiration's 11th Choir Anniversary
4 p.m.
Cedar Street Baptist Church of God, 2301 Cedar Street, Richmond, VA 23223
Event Summary: "Please come to help support the Voices of Inspirations 11th choir anniversary. We are a youth and young adult choir excited about spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ. All are welcome at free admission."
For More Information: voi.cedarstreet@gmail.com

August 5
Fall Vegetable Gardens the Organic Way
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Event Summary: "Give your vegetable garden an encore performance! Virginia's long autumn makes this the perfect time to plant a late vegetable garden. Amy Hicks, co-owner of Amy's Garden, describes how to plan a fall garden and which plants work best in our climate. Amy's Garden is an organic farm, and Hicks will describe organic gardening techniques, as well as provide pointers for those who want to grow vegetables year-round. $25 members / $35 non members"
For More Information: (804)262-9887 or www.lewisginter.org

August 7
Texture in the Garden class
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Place: Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Event Summary: "Explore the wonderful world of plant texture in this slide/lecture program and later a walk in the gardens to experience textures in the evening. You will forever be looking at your garden with a different eye. $20 members / $30 non-members"
For More Information: (804)262-9887 or www.lewisginter.org

August 9
Filipino Festival
9 a.m.
Our Lady Of Lourdes Parish, 8200 Woodman Rd, Richmond, VA 23228
Event Summary: "Celebrating the unique culinary and cultural heritage of the Philippine Islands. Flavorful cuisine with oriental and western influences. Tropical drinks and desserts. Internationally-oriented dances & music. Beer, bands, exhibits, children's kiddieland, vendors."
For More Information (ie. Phone Number, Website, E-mail): WWW.FILIPINOFESTIVAL.ORG

August 13
Mistress of the Vatican-The True Story of Olimpia Maidalchini, The Secret Female
Noon - 1 p.m.
Library of Virginia
Event Summary: "Best-selling author and historian Eleanor Herman will discuss and sign Mistress of the Vatican, the story of Olimpia Maidalchini who, for a decade in the 17th century, ran the Catholic Church through her brother-in-law and reputed lover, Pope Innocent X. Cardinals bowed to her and princes feted her as she made international policy, waged war, patronized Rome's greatest Baroque artists, and made herself rich with Vatican gold."
For More Information: (804)692-3592

August 23
A Stitch in Time: A Beginner's Journey to Quilting
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Pamplin Historical Park
Event Summary: "Create a 16-inch quilt block by hand using reproduction Civil War-era fabrics. Learn about the history of quilting from different perspectives. Reservations and fee required."
For More Information: (804)861-2408