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FiftyPlus Around Town Event Guide

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FEBRUARY

1 Monday
The Garden is for Lovers, a special Valentine’s display steams up the Conservatory at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave. 262-9887 or lewisginter.org. Through Feb. 28. FREE with admission.
4 Thursday
 Harlem Gospel Choir performs at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, 2880 Mountain Road. $12.50 - $30. 261-ARTS.

6 Saturday
Richmond Parents Monthly Camp and Education Fair has been postponed due to inclement weather and is rescheduled for Sat. March 27 at the Tuckahoe YMCA
 Paganini and Petrushka, as well as works by Dvorak and Roberto Sierra performed by the Richmond Symphony, 8 p.m. Carpenter Theatre at CenterStage. Tickets $17-$72. Ticketmaster.com or (800) 982-2787. Also Sunday at 3 p.m..
 Black Churches of Chesterfield exhibit includes photos and histories, County Museum, 6813 Mimms Loop. Through April 17. 796-7121.
 Black History Month Celebration Activities for all ages, Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Road. Entertainment includes the Elegba Folklore Society, Finezz, Wendall Scott, the film “Greased Lightning” and an Apollo Showcase. FREE
The Ancient art of Belly Dancing, An evening of visual delight as Lucy Smith presents the history and art of belly dancing, 6-7 p.m. Twin Hickory Recreation Center. 217-9061

7 Sunday
 Paganini and Petrushka. See Saturday.

8 Monday
 Jazz vocalist Luciana Souza and her Trio are joined by Romero Lubambo & Cyro Baptista at 7:30 in Camp Concert Hall at the University of Richmond’s Modlin Center. Tickets: $ 17-$34. 289-8980.

9 Tuesday
 Political analyst Larry Sabato will speak at 7 p.m. at the Robins Pavilion of the Jepson Alumni Center, University of Richmond. FREE

12 Friday
 Romeo & Juliet The Richmond Ballet performs the work, with choreography by Malcolm Burn and Prokofiev’s passionate score played by the Richmond Symphony. 7 p.m. Also Saturday and Sunday at 2 and 7 p.m. at Carpenter Theatre at CenterStage. $ 15–125. Richmond Ballet box office, Ticketmaster.com or (800) 982-2787.

 Thunder Nationals Monster Trucks take over the Richmond Coliseum, 601 E. Leigh St. 7:30 p.m. Also Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at
2 p.m. $ 11 - $78, Ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000.

13 Saturday
 Valentine’s Brunch and Dinner in the Tea House at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave. Reservations required; call 262-9887, ext. 329. Also Sunday.
Rev. Dr. Harold E. Braxon, Pastor Emeritus of Union Grove Baptist Church, will speak on the History of the Black Church at 11 a.m. at Magnolia Grange plantation home, 10020 Iron Bridge Rd. in Chesterfield. 796-7121. FREE
 Candle Making art workshop will be held 1-3 p.m. at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. $12 members, $15 non-members. 537-5050.
 The American Youth Harp Ensemble, directed by Lynelle Ediger-Korzaia, will perform “Celtic Heart,” a 10th Anniversary Celebration Concert, at 7 p.m. at the Gayton Kirk, 11421 Gayton Road. 741-5254 or thegaytonkirk.org. FREE; donations accepted.
 “I Will Survive” Valentine’s Day Singles Karaoke Dance Party. Wear red or black, as befitting your mood.  7 p.m. at The Estates at Horsepen Clubhouse, One Drayson Way. 536-1695 or psaofrichmond.com. $12; reserve
by Feb. 11.  
 Romeo & Juliet See Friday.
 Thunder Nationals See Friday.

14 Sunday
 Jewish Food Festival Mmm. Get all your favorites and sample some new specialties, too. 11:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Keneseth Beth Israel, 6300 Patterson Ave. 288-7953. Also Monday
Valentine’s Brunch and Dinner See Saturday.
 Romeo & Juliet See Friday
 Thunder Nationals See Friday.

15 Monday
 Celebrate President’s Day with a tour of the home of the Father of the Constitution, President James Madison at his home in Orange.
 Jewish Food Festival See Sunday

16 Tuesday
 Tax Credits for 2009 It’s that time of year again. Discussion seminar 7-7:45 Enon Library, FREE
 Willie Nelson sings as only he can. 8 p.m. at The National, 708 E. Broad St. $ 45, Ticketmaster outlets or 612-1900

18 Thursday
 MAC Events Home & Garden Show Proceeds benefit Maymont.
1 – 5 p.m. at Greater Richmond Convention Center. $6-$10; those under 12 free. Tickets: (800) 332-2976 or macevents.com.
 Pre-College Crash Course, Teens in grades 9-12 enhance their creative knowledge, achieve a better understanding of a particular field or art, develop portfolios and meet peers. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 4:30-6 p.m. Registration required, 340-1405
“What’s So Radical About Impressionism?” Come and see a display of artworks from the Impressionist era including Degas, Van Gogh, Monet and Renoir Learn more about these influential artists from a museum representative. Presented by Spring Arbor of Salisbury and The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts . 6:00 pm- 7:30 p.m. Cocktail party to follow For details contact: Jen Perez: 804-897-2727 14001 Turnberry Lane, Midlothian, VA 23113

19 Friday
 Home & Garden Show, 11 a.m.-9 p.m $6-$10; those under 12 free. Tickets: (800) 332-2976 or macevents.com. Through Sunday.
 LiveSky, Discover the secrets of the red planet at this live, interactive planetarium show, 6 p.m. Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St. 6 p.m. $5. Come early, no late seating. 864-1400.

20 Saturday
 African American Life in the 20th Century exhibit at the Montpelier Station Train Depot, James Madison’s Montpelier, Orange.
 Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra concert begins at 7 p.m. in the Carpenter Theatre at CenterStage. FREE.
 Home & Garden Show, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. $6-$10; under 12 free. Tickets: (800) 332-2976 or macevents.com. Through Sunday.
Alex Caton: Sizzling Old Time Fiddle and Song Congregation Or Ami, 9400 W. Huguenot Road. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. $12 in advance from richmondfolkmusic.com or 647-7856 or $15 at the door.
 Bowl-a-Thon for Children’s Hospital Form a team of 5 bowlers and collect pledges. AMF Shrader Lanes. 228-5827

21 Sunday
Home & Garden Show, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $6-$10; under 12 free. Tickets: (800) 332-2976 or macevents.com.

23 Tuesday
 National Pancake Day, Head over to IHOP and enjoy a free short stack of pancakes. Instead of paying, they ask diners to donate to a local children’s hospital.
 Sensitivity Training teaches about the world of Alzheimers Disease. 11 a.m., 2 and 4:30 p.m. at the Lynmoore, 12411 Gayton Road. Pre-registration required by calling 741-9494. Also Feb. 24 and 25.

24 Wednesday
 Tax credits for 2009 seminar 7-7:45 Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. FREE

25 Thursday
 The Willowbrook Galley Art Show & Sale benefits the New Community School and students with dyslexia. Opening reception 6-9 p.m., $35, exhibit continues through Sunday. 266-2494.

26 Friday
2010 Virginia Wine Expo Fine wines and sumptuous foods from around the Commonwealth. Festivities include the Governor’s Cup Grand Tasting 6-10 p.m. Greater Richmond Convention Center. $25-$125, depending on event. Virginiawinexpo.com. Through Sunday. 

27 Saturday
 Angels in the Outfield, starring Danny Glover, will be screened at 10:30 at the Byrd Theater, 2908 W. Cary St., to benefit the Children’s Home Society of Virginia. The Flying Squirrels mascot will be on hand to greet guests. $5. 353-0191
 The Greater Richmond SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) 5k Run/ Fun Walk at Short Pump Town Center starts 8:30 a.m. with a 1 mile kid's run, followed by a 9 a.m 5k.
A Kid's Festival inside the mall follows the race. Race registration:
$10-$30 at raceit.com/register/?event=415.
 2010 Virginia Wine Expo 11 a.m. – 12:30 a.m., Greater Richmond Convention Center. Walk-around ticket $15-$35; seminars and special events extra. Virginiawineexpo.com.
Richmond Blues Festival 8:00pm Landmark Theatre, 6 N. Laurel St. $43-$50, Ticketmaster or 646-4213.
 Beethoven’s Emperor Pianist Jon Nakamatsu joins the Richmond Symphony; also works by Mozart and Dvorak. 8 p.m. Carpenter Theatre at CenterStage. $17-72. Ticketmaster.com or (800) 982-2787. Also Sunday at 3 p.m.

28 Sunday
 Freedman’s Farm Tour and Confederate Winter Camp Site Walking Tour of the Gilmore Farm, home of George Gilmore, who was born a slave at Montpelier. A walking tour of the 1863-64 Confederate winter encampment site will follow. James Madison’s Montpelier in Orange.
 2010 Virginia Wine Expo 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Greater Richmond Convention Center. Walk-around ticket $15-$35; seminar and brunch extra. Virginiawineexpo.com.
 Beethoven’s Emperor See Saturday.
 Influences of Church, Family in Community in Chesterfield County, a program by Dr. Lauranett Lee, curator of African American History at the Virginia Historical Society, 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Midlothian, 13800 Westfield Road. The event also features a community mass choir directed by Paulette Rainey.
796-7121. FREE

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THEATER  all area codes (804) unless otherwise noted

♥  Barksdale Theatre
282-2620 barksdalerichmond.org
Hanover Tavern:
Willow Lawn: The Grapes of Wrath (with TheatreVCU)
(through March 21)
 Carpenter Science Theater Company
864-1400 smv.org
 Henley Street Theatre
340-0115 henleystreettheatre.org
“A Servant of Two Masters” (through Feb. 13)
 Mystery Dinner Playhouse
649-2583 mysterydinner.com
“Murder Las Vegas Style” (through Feb. 13)
“Frankly Scarlet, You’re Dead” opens Feb. 19 (through June 12)
♥ Richmond Shakespeare
232-4000 richmondshakespeare.com
“Othello” (with African-American Repertory Theatre) opens Feb. 11 (through March 14)
♥ Richmond Triangle Players
346-8113 rtriangle.org
“Facing East” opens Feb. 10 (through March 6)
♥  Swift Creek Mill Theatre, Colonial Heights
748-5203 swiftcreekmill.com
“Pete ‘n’ Keely” (through March 13)

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ONGOING all area codes (804) unless otherwise noted

Virginia Historical Society Open every day except Monday, the VHS has been the steward of our state and often, our national history. Ongoing exhibits include “The Portent: John Brown’s Raid in American Memory” and “John Marshall High School Corps of Cadets” through April 11. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 428 North Boulevard. 358-4901, vahistorical.org. $2-$5. FREE
University of Richmond Museums, Victories, Orbs & Angels: Byzantine Coins from the Collection. Museums.richmond.edu. Through March 21; Traces of Time: Fossils from the Collection. Through October 24
From Africa to Virginia Gallery exhibits and a special gallery brochure highlight the culture of the first known Africans in Virginia. Colonial Williamsburg. $6.50-$14. Children under 6 FREE. (888) 593-4682 or HistoryIsFun.org. Through Feb. 28.

Entries are subject to change; call to confirm dates and times. Entries for the March calendar are due Feb. 11; send items to calendar@richmondpublishing.com.


 

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