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June 2009 all area codes (804) unless otherwise noted

30 Tuesday
Eve Watters tells stories that weave around the songs she plays on Celtic harp. Bring a lunch. For 50+. 12:30 p.m. Carillon Mall, 1300 Blanton Ave. 646-DELL, www.richmondgov.com/parks. FREE.

July 2009
 
4 Saturday
All-American Celebration: Butterflies are Free! Red, white and blue join a myriad of colors at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s special party. Their gift to you: no admission charge today. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 262-9887, www.lewisginter.org. FREE.
 
Old-Fashioned Fourth Sky-divers, Uncle Sam on stilts, musket salutes, live music… and that’s just the tip of the ice cream cone. 1-5 p.m. Meadow Farm Museum. 501-5121, www.co.henrico.va.us/rec. FREE.
 
Fireworks—and more—in Richmond Head over to Dogwood Dell for the R&B harmonies of Bak N Da Day at 5 p.m. A performance on the Carillon bells follows at
6:30 p.m. The Richmond Concert Band plays patriotic and popular tunes at 7 p.m., then fireworks round out the evening. 1300 Blanton Ave. richmondgov.com/parks, 646-DELL. FREE.
 
Fireworks in Chesterfield Bring blankets, chairs, a picnic, and a sense of awe. Gates open at 5 p.m. Parking is limited. Chesterfield County Fairgrounds,
10300 Courthouse Rd. FREE.
 
5 Sunday
Ginter Park Walking Tour Get to know this stately north Richmond neighborhood, home to political and social elite over the years. 2 p.m. Meet and pay guide at Brook Road and Westwood Ave. 649-0711, www.richmondhistorycenter.com. $10.

7 Tuesday
Discover Chesterfield Walking Club Walk with friends or meet new folks. For 55+.
9 a.m. Huguenot Park, 10901 Robious Rd. 751-4135. FREE.
 
Ban Caribe plays infectious Latin tunes on the Carillon Mall. 12:30 p.m.
1300 Blanton Ave. 646-DELL, www.richmondgov.com/parks. FREE.
  
8 Wednesday
Butterflies Walk and Talk Hunt for butterflies and their host and nectar plants. Dress for the weather. 11 a.m. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave. Register,
262-9887, www.lewisginter.org. $14.
 
Soul Soldiers Gallery Walk Lauranett Lee leads this tour of the exhibit about African-Americans in the Vietnam War era. 12 p.m. Virginia Historical Society,
428 N. Boulevard. 358-4901, www.vahistorical.org. FREE.
  
9 Thursday
Dancing with Eloise Learn popular and current line dances. Partner not required. For 50+. 2:30 p.m. Deep Run Recreation Center. 501-5114, www.co.henrico.va.us/rec. FREE.
 
Organic Pest Control Learn practical and proven approaches to pest control. 6 p.m. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Register, 262-9887, www.lewisginter.org. $25-$35.

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11 Saturday
Birding Tour at Ferry Farm View and identify birds on the beautiful grounds and wooded paths of George Washington’s boyhood home. 8 a.m. Also August 1.
268 Kings Highway/Rt. 3, Fredericksburg. 540-370-0732, www.ferryfarm.org. $5.
 
Historic Churches of Jackson Ward This neighborhood is home to diverse congregations. 10 a.m. Meet and pay guide at 3rd and Leigh Streets. 649-0711, www.richmondhistorycenter.com. $10.
 
Midlothian Mines Park Tour Learn about the coal industry in Midlothian and its impact on railroads. Also August 15. 2 p.m. Midlothian Mines Park, 13301 N. Woolridge Rd. Info, 751-4946. Register, 748-1623. $5.
 
Robert Jospe and Inner Rhythm bring jazz beats to the Pocahontas Premieres Summer Concert Series, with opening act Michael Hawkins and The Band of Brothers. 6 p.m. at Pocahontas State Park, Chesterfield. 796-4255, virginiastateparks.gov. $8-$15, or $40/season pass.
 
12 Sunday
Cora Armstrong and the Harvey Sisters raise their voices in song. 7 p.m. Dogwood Dell. richmondgov.com/parks, 646-DELL. FREE.

14 Tuesday
Taekwondo Workshop Learn the basics of this Korean martial art. For 50+. 10 a.m. Belmont Recreation Center. Info, 501-5137. Register, 501-7275, www.co.henrico.va.us/rec. FREE.
 
GPS Scavenger Hunt Geocaching, the world’s fastest-growing outdoor hobby, combines hiking, treasure hunting and technology. Discover the fun for yourself with the help of the Central Virginia Geocaching Association. 6 p.m. Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Rd. Register, 748-1623, www.chesterfield.gov. $8.
 
“The Big Steal” Virginia author and antiques appraiser Emyl Jenkins launches the second book in her Sterling Glass Mystery series. Book signing and reception follows the talk. 6 p.m. Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St. 692-3500, www.lva.virginia.gov.  FREE.
 
Hydrangeas Walk and Talk Bring your hydrangea questions. Dress for the weather.
6 p.m. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Register, 262-9887, www.lewisginter.org. $14.
 
15 Wednesday
Plan Now for Spring Flowers Amy Hicks covers planning, planting and culture for a host of spring bloomers. 4 p.m. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Register, 262-9887, www.lewisginter.org. $20-$30.
 
Loss of a Parent This educational and supportive workshop includes discussion about the grief process and coping strategies. 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Bon Secours. Register, 627-5372. FREE.
 
16 Thursday
Dancing with Eloise Learn popular and current line dances. Partner not required. For 50+. 2:30 p.m. Confederate Hills Recreation Center. 501-5114, www.co.henrico.va.us/rec. FREE.
 
Third Thursday at VMFA Music, salsa dancing, food, drink, art and friends. 6-9 p.m. VMFA, 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1405, www.vmfa.museum. $8-$10.

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17 Friday
“How...do you throw a pot?” If ceramics interest you, watch a demonstration by museum instructor Steven Glass and view the exhibition, “The Alchemy of Pots and Prints IV.” 12 p.m. VMFA Studio School, Grove Ave. 340-1400, www.vmfa.museum.  FREE.

LiveSky: Meteors The astronomer host will answer your questions during this interactive planetarium show. 6 p.m. Later, Sky Watch with members of the Richmond Astronomical Society as they share their telescopes on the front lawn (weather permitting). 9 p.m. Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400, www.smv.org. FREE.
 
The Latin Ballet gives a dramatic performance for Richmond’s Festival of Arts. 8:30 p.m. Dogwood Dell. www.richmondgov.com/parks, 646-DELL. FREE.
 
18 Saturday
Victorian High-Tech Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Dooley’s house to see cutting-edge amenities of the 1890s, including an elevator and telephone. 11 a.m. Maymont Mansion. 358-7166, x329, maymont.org. $7.
 
Italian Art at VMFA Dr. Donald Schrader, art history professor at the University of Mary Washington, tells fascinating tales about Italian masterpieces at the museum. 2 p.m. VMFA Pauley Center, 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1405, www.vmfa.museum. $5-$8.  

Summer Movie Night What could be better than a movie under the stars? Providence UMC provides the movie, “Ant Bully,” snacks and activities. You bring a lawn chair and a cold drink. 8 p.m. Providence United Methodist Church, 901 S. Providence Rd.
276-4289. FREE.

Page Wilson with Reckless Abandon tears up the stage with down-home music.
8 p.m. Dogwood Dell. richmondgov.com/parks, 646-DELL. FREE.
 
19 Sunday
Music in the Park The band, Southern Blues, plays the blues. 6-8 p.m., Forest Hill Park. www.foresthillneighborhood.com. FREE.
 
The James Gates Group brings jazz to Dogwood Dell. 7 p.m. richmondgov.com/parks, 646-DELL. FREE.

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21 Tuesday
The Virginians bring a barbershop ensemble to sing on the Carillon Mall. 12:30 p.m. 1300 Blanton Ave. 646-DELL, www.richmondgov.com/parks. FREE.
  
23 Thursday
Poe: Man, Myth, or Monster Curator Chris Semtner leads an in-depth tour of the exhibit about the influential master of the macabre. Exhibit runs through December 5. Register for tour by July 21. Noon. Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St. 692-3592. FREE.
 
“Hatteras Island: Keeper of the Outer Banks” Author Ray McAllister presents this Banner Lecture. Noon. Virginia Historical Society, 428 N. Boulevard. 358-4901, www.vahistorical.org. $3-$5.
 
24 Friday
City Dance Theatre moves with vigor and grace. 8:30 p.m. Dogwood Dell. richmondgov.com/parks, 646-DELL. FREE.
 
25 Saturday
Origins of a Free American Re-enactors will portray life in 1619, the year of the Great Charter. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Henricus Historical Park, Chester. 748-1613, www.henricus.org.  $5-$7.
 
Words & Music Festival All kinds of band music, all kinds of stories. Bring a picnic and make it a day, complete with swing dancing under the stars! 1-9:30 p.m. Dogwood Dell, 1300 Blanton Ave. 646-DELL, www.richmondgov.com/parks. FREE.
 
Boogie-n-Blues With harmonica, guitar and voice, Mattie Phifer is the real deal. Blues Flash rounds out the evening. 6 p.m. Pocahontas State Park, Chesterfield. 796-4255, virginiastateparks.gov. $8-$15.
 
26 Sunday
Manchester Walking Tour This district south of the river was once its own city and is now undergoing efforts to recapture its roots. 2 p.m. Meet and pay your guide at Bankuet Place, 1129 Hull St. 649-0711, www.richmondhistorycenter.com. $10.
 
God’s Image Hip hop gospel on stage. 7 p.m. Dogwood Dell. richmondgov.com/parks, 646-DELL. FREE.

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28 Tuesday
Not-So-Secret Life of Bees Meet a local beekeeper, observe bees in action, learn if beekeeping is the hobby for you. 6 p.m. Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Rd. Register, 748-1623, www.chesterfield.gov. $8.
 
29 Wednesday
Fall Vegetable Gardens the Organic Way Amy Hicks teaches techniques for a great fall garden. 4 p.m. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Register, 262-9887, www.lewisginter.org. $20-$30.
 
31 Friday
The Craig Woolard Band turns the Pocahontas Premieres Summer Concert Series into a beach bash. 6 p.m. Pocahontas State Park, Chesterfield. 796-4255, virginiastateparks.gov. $8-$15.

 
Entries are subject to change; call to confirm dates and times. Submit September entries before July 7 via mail or email to the calendar editor.

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THEATER  all area codes (804) unless otherwise noted

Ash Lawn Opera Festival
(434) 293-4500, www.ashlawnopera.org
Camelot (July 3-Aug. 9)
The Marriage of Figaro (July 17-Aug. 7)

African American Repertory
355-2187, africanamericantheatre.org

Barksdale Theatre
282-2620, barksdalerichmond.org
Willow Lawn: Driving Miss Daisy (June 26-Aug. 2)
Empire Theatre: Thoroughly Modern Millie (June 19-Aug. 2)
Hanover Tavern: Fully Committed (July 24-Aug. 30)

Carpenter Science Theatre
864-1400, www.smv.org

Chamberlayne Actors Theatre
262-9760, cattheatre.com

Dogwood Dell
646-DELL, www.richmondgov.com/parks
Caught in the Net (July 9-11)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (July 31- Aug. 8)

Firehouse Theatre
355-2001, firehousetheatre.org

Helms Theatre, Charlottesville
434-924-3376, virginia.edu

Henley Street Theatre
340-0155, henleystreettheatre.org

Henrico Theatre Company
261-2787, artsglenallen.com
A Day in Hollywood, a Night in the Ukraine (July 10-26)

Jewish Family Theatre
285-6500, weinsteinjcc.org

Klein Theatre, Fredericksburg
540-654-1124, umw.edu

Lee Playhouse, Fort Lee
734-7182, leemwr.com

Mystery Dinner Playhouse
649-2583 mysterydinner.com
Murder in the Court (Feb. 20-October 10)

Randolph-Macon Drama Guild
752-7316, rmc.edu

Richmond Shakespeare
232-4000, richmondshakespeare.com
A Midsummer Night's Dream (July 2-12)
Hamlet (July 16-Aug. 2)

Richmond Triangle Players
346-8113, rtriangle.org

Riverside Center, Fredericksburg
540-370-4300, rsdinnertheater.com
The Pajama Game (May 1-July 5)
Evita (July 10-Sept. 15)

Stage 1 Theatre Co.
427-7548, www.stage1va.org
Summer of '42 (June 19-July 18)

Swift Creek Mill Theatre, Colonial Heights
748-5203, swiftcreekmill.com
Arsenic and Old Lace (June 18-Aug. 1)

Sycamore Rouge, Petersburg
957-5707, sycamorerouge.org
Night of January 16th (July 17-Aug. 8)

Theatre VCU
828-6026, vcu.edu

University of Richmond Players
289-8980, urplayers.com

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ONGOING all area codes (804) unless otherwise noted
 
Daily or Near-daily
St. John’s Church Tours Learn about this 1741 building’s role in the Revolution.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 1-4 p.m. Sunday. 2410 E. Broad St. 648-5010, www.historicstjohnschurch.org. $4-$6.

Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery walking tour Learn about the cemetery’s history, artwork and symbolism, as well as the famous personalities buried there.
10 a.m. Monday-Saturday. Cherry & Albemarle Streets. 649-0711, www.richmondhistorycenter.com. $10.

City Center Walking Tours See the CenterStage complex, the National Theatre and more. 10:30 a.m. Monday-Saturday through early September. Richmond Visitor Center, 405 N. 3rd St. 649-0711, www.richmondhistorycenter.com. $5-$10.

Maymont Mansion Guided Tour On the half hour, 12-4:30 p.m. Tues.-Sun. Maymont, 1700 Hampton St. 358-7166 x329, www.maymont.org. $5.
 
River District Canal Cruises Take a 40-minute covered boat tour and learn the history of the canal system established by George Washington. On the hour, 12-7 p.m., Wed.-Sat. and 12-5 p.m. Sunday. Virginia St. between 14th & Dock Streets. 649-2800, www.venturerichmond.com. $4-$5.

Dolphin Watching Observe bottlenose dolphins during a 90-minute excursion on the Atlantic Ocean with experienced educators. Boat leaves from Rudee Inlet, Virginia Beach. 11 a.m., 2, 4 & 7 p.m. www.virginiaaquarium.com, (757) 385-FISH. $14-$19. (09)

Sundays
Give What You Can Admission price is at visitors' discretion, 12-5 p.m. Sundays through Labor Day. Valentine Richmond History Center, 1015 E. Clay St. 649-0711, www.richmondhistorycenter.com.

Wednesdays
Capital History at Sunset Richmond National Battlefield Park staff lead tours of battlefields and related Civil War sites around Richmond. 7 p.m. in July. Call for topics and locations. 226-1981, x30, nps.gov. FREE.

Lunch Break Science A lecture series on fascinatingly diverse topics for the non-scientist. 12 p.m. Science Museum of Va. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400, smv.org. FREE.

The Newcomers Club of Richmond welcomes women to the Greater Richmond area. Last Wednesdays every month except July. 754-0460. (3.09)

Thursdays
Summer Concert Series at Short Pump Enjoy music performed by local bands, food and prizes. 6-8 p.m. through August. Main Plaza, Short Pump Town Center, 360-1700, www.shortpumpmall.com. FREE.

Flowers After 5 The gardens are open late for strolling, wine-tastings and live jazz. Second Thursdays are Fidos After Five. 5-9 p.m. through September. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 262-9887, www.lewisginter.org. $6-$10, +$10/wine.

Eunice’s Circle of Widowed Friends Grief counseling group meeting with a positive, social focus. 6 p.m. 4th Thursdays.  St. Mary’s Hospital, Cullather Quality of Life Center.  323-9464. (4.09)

Thursdays in Old Towne with an outdoor band and an indoor band for your listening pleasure, through September. 6:30 p.m. Old Towne Civic Center, 136 River St., Petersburg. 733-8344, www.otciviccenter.com. $10.

Fridays
Make New Friends The Professional Singles Association is a nonprofit organization which offers diverse social activities for single people over 50 years of age. 5:30 p.m. Location varies. 536-1695, psaofrichmond.com. (10.08)

ComedySportz Drama takes a funny turn with this improv troupe. Performances are part of the new 2nd Stage Series at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Family-friendly show at 7 p.m. Adult show at 9:30 p.m. July 25-August 14. 2880 Mountain Rd. 261-ARTS, www.artsglenallen.com. $10-$12.

The Art of Belly Dancing and High Tea Watch or try belly dancing and enjoy a delicious dinner, dessert and tea. 1st Fridays. 6 p.m. Cuppa Tea Company,
1 North Morris St. Register, 254-8322, www.cuppateacompany.com. $15. (4.09)
 
Saturdays
Historic Richmond City Van Tours This 3-hour tour will give you an overview of the beauty and history of the city. 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Leaves from the Convention Center, 401 N. 3rd St. Reservations required, 744-1718, www.richmondcitytours.com. $70. (6.09) 

Charlottesville Walking Tours Stroll the court square and learn about the early years of Charlottesville. 10 a.m. April-October. 200 Second St. NE. 434-296-1492, www.albemarlehistory.org. $5.

Bereavement Support Group facilitated by Arnette White of Medi Home Health and Hospice. 1st Saturdays. 11:00 a.m. 8100 Three Chopt Rd. Suite 226. Information,
282-4301. FREE. (1.09)

Entries are subject to change; please call to confirm.
To submit an ongoing event for consideration, please include a brief description and full contact information. Drop-in events only, please; no classes. Items must be resubmitted annually. Submit entries via mail or email to the calendar editor.

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FARMERS' MARKETS by day of week
Click on market name for more information. Click on market address for a map.

Market Emporium at Bryan Park, Hermitage Road/Bellevue Avenue, 513-3100.
3-7 p.m. Tuesdays through November.

Byrd House Market, Idlewood Ave. and S. Linden St., 643-2717.
3:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays through October.

Lakeside Market, 6110 Lakeside Ave., 262-6593.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays through November.

West End Farmers’ Market, Gayton Rd. and Ridgefield Parkway, 564-9989.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Wednesdays through mid-December.

17th Street Farmers Market, 17th St. and E. Main St., 646-0477.
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through October. 
  
Huguenot-Robious Farmers' Market, 2051 Huguenot Rd., 320-1317.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays through at least September.

Market at Crossroads, Crossroads Arts Center, 2016 Staples Mill Rd., 513-3100.
11-4 p.m. Thursdays year-round.
 
Petersburg Farmers’ Market, 9 E. Old St., 733-2400.
7 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.

Goochland Farmers’ Market, 2955 River Road West, 332-3144.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.
 
Lakeside Market, 6110 Lakeside Ave., 262-6593.
8 a.m.- 12 p.m. Saturdays through November.
 
St. Stephen’s Farmers’ Market, 6000 Grove Ave., 288-2867.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.

South of the James Market, Forest Hill Park, New Kent Ave. and 42nd St., 513-3100. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through December.

West End Farmers’ Market, Gayton Rd. and Ridgefield Parkway, 564-9989.
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through mid-December.

Ashland Farmers’ Market, 101 Thompson St, (behind Town Hall), 798-9219.
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through October.
 
Chester Farmers’ Market, Centre St. across from the Chester Library, 748-9650.
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through October.

17th Street Farmers Market, 17th St. and E. Main St., 646-0477.
Specialty markets: 4-8 p.m. Fridays through September 4, and  9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays through early November.
  
Fall Line Farms, www.farm2udirect.com  Fall Line Farms is a co-op program designed to connect family-owned and -operated farms with customers in search of local food year-round. Fall Line Farms represents more than 25 local farms and businesses serving the Falls of the James River region.
   Summer Season 2009 runs from May 1st through October 31st. Registration is $85 for the six-month season; these fees cover logistics, basic administration and marketing expenses as well as the maintenance of the website.
   The program works on a weekly cycle with orders opening Friday evening and closing Monday evening. Members pick up orders on Thursday afternoon at one of several Richmond-area locations. 

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