Top 5 Weekend Events For Families: Armenian Food, Twilight & Half Pints

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. Live Outdoor Music Friday September 10, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. Short Pump […]

September 10, 2010; 12:47 AM • by Carissa Garabedian

1. Live Outdoor Music

Friday September 10, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Short Pump Town Center Main Plaza

Outdoor concert featuring Marna & Macy

FREE

2. Armenian Festival

Thursday, September 16 through Sunday, September 19, 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
St. James Armenian Church
834 Pepper Avenue

Celebrate the 52nd year of Armenian Food and Music in a festive outdoor setting!

FREE

3. Family Fun on Marion Hill

Saturday, September 11, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Clarke-Palmore House Museum
904 McCoul Street
804-652-3409

It’s a fun-filled evening at the Clarke-Palmore House Museum! 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, part of the “Under the Stars Family Film Series.”

FREE

4. The Re-Release of Eclipse: The Twilight Saga

See local theaters for times, opens September 10, 2010

Bella once again finds herself surrounded by danger as Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and a malicious vampire continues her quest for revenge. In the midst of it all, she is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob — knowing that her decision has the potential to ignite the ageless struggle between vampire and werewolf. With her graduation quickly approaching, Bella is confronted with the most important decision of her life.

5. Half Pint Kids Club

Tuesday Sep 14, 2010, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Whole Foods Market
11173 West Broad Street

Join Whole Foods Tuesday afternoon for fun craft and cooking activities in the cafe. Snack is included. Recommended for children ages 3-8. Registration is required. Stop by customer service or call 364-4050 to sign up your child. Since art and cooking projects can be messy, please remember to dress for a mess!

FREE