Richmond Bargains

Spring weather got you thinking about sprucing up the yard? Thanks to Jonah for this Near West End News post about several opportunities to pick up free tree seedlings in the near future.
The Henricopolis Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will hold its annual spring tree-seedling giveaway for Henrico County residents on Friday, March 19 [...]

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My favorite thing about St Patrick’s Day is that it signifies a return of fun outdoor (FREE) events. I think Richmond is more than ready to crawl out from under its collective winter rock!

March 13
Shamrock the Block – 12p-6p The Historic Shockoe Bottom neighborhood is transformed into a huge block party! Shamrock The Block happens [...]

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Centerstage Lights Up Family Festival and Open House –
Come celebrate a weekend of youth and the arts at the Genworth BrightLights Education Center at Richmond CenterStage. All programs and performances are free, but registration and tickets are required.
“Lights Up” presents over 30 workshops, master classes, lecture-demonstrations and live performances featuring the Resident Companies of Richmond [...]

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Showing A Woman in Berlin this Friday and continuing weekends through the end of March, the University of Richmond is running its 21st annual International Film Series. All films are FREE (with the exception of a couple being shown at the Byrd Theater that cost $3)
All films are shown in Jepson Hall 118 unless otherwise [...]

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Beginning last Saturday and continuing through the end of the year, admission to the Virginia Historical Society’s museum and research library will be free (was previously $5 for adults).
“In spite of a serious economic environment, the board unanimously agreed that we cannot balance the budget by pricing history out of the public’s reach,” said Virginia [...]

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Need something to do Friday night?
The Breakfast Club, an 80’s party band, will be performing at the Hat Factory this Friday at 8pm, and you can request free tickets just by emailing info@hatfactoryva.com (a $10 value).
140 Virginia Street
Richmond VA

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It’s been a long week, I’ve been sick and prepping for my toddler’s second birthday. So I apologize for posting these late and in unpolished format. Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Holiday on Parade, an Eastern Henrico Celebration (free) – Spend the day soaking in the holiday spirit of Henrico’s East End. Children can enjoy [...]

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This Thursday & Friday, Shockoe Slip merchants and restaurants will be hosting a Block Party Open House.
Come to our first annual Shockoe Slip Open House Block Party charity event December 10th and 11th for a barrage of amazing specials and deals and tons of fun! Get an edge on your holiday shopping, take advantage of [...]

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Join the Visual Arts Center of Richmond for its Present Factory Art Free-for-All from 1-4 PM on Sunday, December 6:
Art Free-For-All: Present Factory is a free event for all ages, featuring workshops in all of the Visarts studios geared towards making holiday presents for people you love. Come on in, and try your hand [...]

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Cheap Christmas cheer is plentiful in Richmond this weekend…
FRIDAY
Friday night is Celebrate Illuminate, with loads of free events downtown.

Grand Illumination of James Center 6 to 7 p.m., 10th and E. Cary streets
This year at 6 p.m. the downtown office buildings and the James Center Reindeer will come to light! From 6 to 7 p.m., experience [...]

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