5 Things

Much crafting and craft beers and craft, uh…street performing, dancing, and folk music? This weekend is crafty, and it’s just my type!

April 3, 2014; 7:20 AM • by Susan Howson

Family-oriented? Check out 5 Things for Families. You won’t be sorry, and you won’t miss naptime.

1. Latin Ballet – The Kiss of the Bee

No bees, no humans. Know bees, know humans. No, it actually kind of makes sense! In that, without bees’ crucial role in our ecosystem, we will be kaput. The Latin Ballet of Virginia has a new production that addresses JUST THAT through the magic of music, the sounds of nature, and, of course dance. I strongly recommend visiting the site and looking at the photos, as they will convince you that whatever else you had planned this weekend does not sound even remotely cool enough.

Thursday, April 3rd – Sunday, April 6th • see site for times
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, 2880 Mountain Road
$20 with discounts available

2. Bizarre Bazaar Spring Show

The Biz Baz is NOT, repeat, NOT just for Christmastimes. Their spring show brings all of the great crafts from all of the great craftersons that you expect from this age-old, monstrously popular craft extravaganza. Think home and garden, and also a bunch of other stuff. Because you, yours, and your home all deserve to look awesome no matter what time of year it is. You heard me, Christmas.

Through March 30th • see sites for times and dates
Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E. Laburnum Avenue
$7

3. The Great Busk

Street performers are one of the coolest things about city life. Talent on every corner! Dollar bills in guitar cases! This event celebrates this grand tradition by pitting 20 street performing acts against each other. Whoever gets the most of those dollar bills wins! Our write-up has more info!

Friday, April 4th – Saturday, April 5th • 6:00 – 10:00 PM
Moore’s Auto Body and Paint Shop, 401 W. Broad Street
Free!

4. Spring Bada-Bing

Biz Baz not your thing? Or is the Biz Baz your thing AND you simply cannot get enough of crafts? The Spring Bada-Bing is for you. Put on annually by the Richmond Craft Mafia, this indie artisan showcase gives you a different perspective into the world of People Who Make Things Better Than I Can. Plus, you can drink some delicious Hardywood beer while you’re at it.

Saturday, April 5th • 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, 2408 Ownby Lane
Free!

5. An Evening with Leo Kottke and Loudon Wainwright III

Folk sensation Leo Kottke and all-around sensation Loudon Wainwright III join forces this Saturday at the Modlin Center for an evening of exceptional music. Guys, these are Grammy winners, soundtrack stars, and generally Important Dudes, and I suggest you figure out a way to get there and have your mind blown.