Top 5 Weekend Events For Families: Squirrels Baseball, The Cat In The Hat & More

The long Labor Day weekend is upon us! With Hurricane Earl expected to pass well to our east and an extra day off work Monday for many of us, it looks to be a great weekend to get out and hang with the family. Below are just a few ideas to get you out of […]

The long Labor Day weekend is upon us! With Hurricane Earl expected to pass well to our east and an extra day off work Monday for many of us, it looks to be a great weekend to get out and hang with the family.

Below are just a few ideas to get you out of the house from our weekly family events and entertainment contributor, Carissa Garabedian, who runs Macaroni Kid of Richmond, a great resource for fun things to do around town for the entire family.

1. Richmond Flying Squirrels Baseball

Friday, September 3 & Saturday, September 4, 2010, 7:00 p.m.
The Diamond
804-359-FUNN

First 2,000 fans under age 14 will get a drawstring backpack. Fireworks, t00!

Ticket prices vary.

2. Tears For Fears

Sunday, September 5, 2010, 8:00 p.m.
The National
704 East Broad Street

Tickets still available.

Ticket prices vary.

3. Family Fun At Meadow Farm

Saturday, September 4, 2010, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Crump Park & Meadow Farm Museum
3400 Mountain Road

Hear the story of Johnny Appleseed also explore the history of John Sheppard’s orchard.

All ages welcome. FREE!

4. Crafts, Storytelling, Dancing & More

Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
The Shops at Willow Lawn

Crafts, storytelling , dancing and educational programs, all to share with your children.

All ages welcome. FREE!

5. The Cat In The Hat Knows A Lot About That!

Saturday, September 4, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Childrens Museum of Richmond – Central
2626 West Broad Street

Screenings of “The Cat In The Hat Knows A lot About That!” Appearances by The Cat in the Hat throughout the day.

Bank Of America credit card holders will receive free admission showing your card at the door!

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