• Louisa County Air Show. This family event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Freeman Field at the Louisa Industrial Air Park. It will feature the Science Museum of Virginia Space Traveler, static aircraft displays, airplane rides, aerobatic performances and food. For details, call (540) 967-0050.

• Dr. Sheppard’s Orchard. Hear the story of Johnny Appleseed and explore the fascinating history of apples and John Sheppard’s apple orchard from 1-3 p.m. at Meadow Farm Museum, Glen Allen. Free and appropriate for all ages. For more details, call 501-2130.

• Richmond Flying Squirrels vs. Bowie Baysox, 5:05 p.m. at The Diamond (fireworks).

• Tears for Fears plays at the National at 8 p.m. For tickets and more details, visit thenationalva.com.

• NASCAR Nationwide Series—Virginia 529 College Savings 250 will be held 7:30 p.m. at the Richmond International Raceway. For more details, visit rir.com.

• Waggle’s Third Birthday. The Richmond SPCA’s Robins-Starr Humane Center, 2519 Hermitage Rd., will host this fun event to celebrate the third birthday of its spokesdog Waggles. Kids will enjoy crafts, visits with Waggles, a scavenger hunt, face painting and more. This event is free, but donations are always welcomed. Visit richmondspca.org for more details.

• Fifth annual Virginia GoGreen Garden Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Science Museum of Virginia. For more details, visit virginiagreen.org.

• Third Annual Celtic Festival sponsored by The Gayton Kirk Presbyterian Church USA, 11421 Gayton Road, will be held from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. This celebration of Scottish heritage includes children’s activities, food, games, dancing and music. Vendors will be selling cool stuff as well. Free admission. For more details, visit thegaytonkirk.org.

• Under the Stars Family Film Series continues in Henrico County with a free fun-filled evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Clarke-Palmore House Museum, 904 McCoul Street. There will be lawn games, activities and house tours. Bring a picnic, join in the festivities, and stay for the 8 p.m. showing of the classic 1937 animated film, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs." For more details, call 652-3409.

• St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 4991 Springfield Rd., Glen Allen, will hold its 7th annual rummage sale from 8 a.m. to noon. Thousands of items (all donated by friends and parishioners) will be for sale including toys, house wares, books, clothing and more. All proceeds will benefit St. John Baptiste Church and community in Haiti.

• 2010 USA Patriots Day Music Festival will be held on the grounds of Vista del Largo in Powhatan County. The event will feature the musical sensation Charlie Daniels and 2009 America’s Got Talent winner Kevin Skinner. Tickets are available at ticketstobuy.com.

• NASCAR Sprint Cup Series—Air Guard 400 will be held at 7:30 p.m. at Richmond International Raceway. For more details and ticket information, visit online at rir.com.

• Animal Try-It. Brownie Scouts wanting to learn more about animals or to fulfill their badge requirements can explore wild animals versus pets, animal behavior, animal sounds and more in this program from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Three Lakes Nature Center. Cost is $6. Call 262-5055 for details.

• Our Beautiful Butterflies. Children ages 4-5 will explore butterflies, from egg to caterpillar to adult, in this program from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Three Lakes Nature Center. Cost is $6. Call 262-5055 for details.

• Jazz on the Hill 5K and Music Festival will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Brown’s Island. This family event will feature food and merchandise vendors, and will also raise money to keep jazz alive for Richmond youth. For more details, visit http://jazzonthehill5kmusicfest.com.

• Is Architecture School Right for You? Find out from the experts from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Virginia Center for Architecture. High school students and parents will hear from working architects and recent architecture school graduates. Discover more about the admissions process. Find out how to prepare for architecture school and a career in architecture! For more details, visit virginiaarchitecture.org.

• Southside Youth Festival. This event, free to those 19 and under, will be held 1-7 p.m. at Hooper Park, Crewe. It will feature bouncers, slides, a rock climbing wall, face painting, a fishing contest, arts and crafts, food, helicopter rides, and fun for all ages. Youth may also enter music, art and poetry contests for cash prizes. Admission for those 20 and up is $5, with all proceeds going to youth-related activities in the community. For more details, visit SouthsideYouthFestival.com.

• Henricus Publick Days: Be a part of the annual celebration of the 1611 founding of the Citie of Henricus 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19. Experience the past as 400 years of history come to life with living history re-enactments, military drills and musket firings, craftsmen and blacksmiths, 17th-century medicinal demonstrations, Virginia Indian activities, historical children’s games and crafts, storytelling and more. Admission is free. For more details, visit henricus.org or call 804-748-1613.

• Christ Church, 5000 Pouncey Tract Road, will hold a consignment sale from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

• Powhatan’s 4th Fridays. Enjoy a fun-filled Friday night from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in beautiful Powhatan (2088 Carter Gallier Boulevard) with music by The Janitors. Adult admission is $5 with half going to a local charity. Free activities for children. Food will be available for purchase as well as beer and wine.

• "Smoke on the Mountains" opens 8 p.m. at the Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern, running through Nov. 7. For more details, visit barksdalerichmond.org.

• The State Fair of Virginia at the Meadow opens at The Meadow Event Park (I-95 Exit 98) near King’s Dominion continuing through Oct. 3. Come see Virginia’s finest animals and agriculture, exhibits and shows, toe-tappin’ music, fine arts and crafts, blue ribbon competitions and more! For a schedule of events, ticket pricing and other information, please visit statefair.com or call 804-569-3200.

• 2010 NPA Natural USA Bodybuilding and Figure Championships will be held from 6-9 p.m. at the Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Road.

• 43rd Street Festival of the Arts will be held for the 19th year in Richmond from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with arts, crafts and music. Admission is free. For more details, visit 43rdstgallery.com.

• Bright Star Touring Theatre presents The Ugly Duckling at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale, watch as young Zoe Von Eggbert undergoes a miraculous transformation from an ugly duckling into the most beautiful swan in the land. Audience members will have the opportunity to join the actors on stage as a chicken, turkey and flamingo! To order tickets, call 804-261-ARTS (2787) or order online at artsglenallen.com.

• Festival of India. Enjoy a variety of authentic Indian food, music, and dance at this free event held from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Richmond Convention Center’s Ballroom Pavillion, 403 N. Third Street. Beautiful Indian style clothing and jewelry will be sold. For more information, visit thefestivalofindia.org.

• 31st annual Arts Around the Lake will be held around Westhampton Lake from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For additional details, visit uronline.net/aal or call 289-8030.

• Family Game Night. This family event of fun and games will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Dorey Recreation Center. It is free and for all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Twister, Connect Four, billiards, and Wii are only some of the games to be played. Bring dinner and have a great time socializing and winning prizes. For details, call 795-2334.

• Game On! Visit the Clover Hill Library from 3-5 p.m. to relax and unwind after school, play Wii games, and hang out with friends. Please call 318-8668 for more information.