Top 5 Weekend Events For Families: Richmond Marathon, Toy Store Day & More

Lots of great things to do this weekend with the family, from cheering on friends and family at the SunTrust Richmond Marathon and attending a live theatre event to a concert and craft festival, plus more! Our family events contributor Carissa Garabedian has the full rundown of all the great family-friendly activities. For an amazing […]

November 12, 2010; 8:48 AM • by Carissa Garabedian

Lots of great things to do this weekend with the family, from cheering on friends and family at the SunTrust Richmond Marathon and attending a live theatre event to a concert and craft festival, plus more!

Our family events contributor Carissa Garabedian has the full rundown of all the great family-friendly activities.

For an amazing list of dozens more, be sure to check out our family events contributor Carissa Garabedian’s website, Macaroni Kid of Richmond.

1. Sun Trust Richmond Marathon

Saturday, November 13

You don’t have to be running in the marathon to enjoy and participate in all going on! From 9th Street all the way to 12th Street there will be bands and street performers and children’s activities. Live musical acts will be playing along the course to help inspire and motivate participants! Friends or relatives wanting to spectate along the course will want to visit the SunTrust/NBC12 Party Zones at miles 7, 13 and 19 on the marathon course and mile 7 on the half marathon course. Each location will feature music, refreshments, giveaways, and an on-air personality from channel 12.

• Where: See site for suggestions on parking and more www.richmondmarathon.com
• When: 8:00 AM
• Who: All
• How: See site for details on where to park and go to www.richmondmarathon.com
• Cost: Free to be a spectator

2. Deep Run High School Presents “Stage Door”

Out of the Woods Theater Company, aka the Deep Run Drama Department, will present “Stage Door ” by Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman. This play is about the hopes and ambitions of 16 want-to-be actresses who are living in a New York City boarding house run by Mrs. Orcutt, a faded “star” herself. The girls courageously pursue their dreams and deal with romance, hilarity, discouragement, joy, despair and idealism. All ages will enjoy and identify with this timeless story about finding yourself.

• Who: All
• When: n/a
• Where: Deep Run High School, 4801 Twin Hickory Road
• How: Tickets are available at the door
• Cost: $8

3. Neighborhood Toy Store Day

Saturday, November 13

Richmond’s favorite toy stores–World of Mirth, Toys That Teach, and The Toy Center–invite you to come celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day with them! There will be special guests, crafts, and performances throughout the day. Treats will be provided by Hausfrau Cakes. Each store will be presenting the Best Toys for Kids just in time to get you ready for the holidays.

Where: World Of Mirth in Carytown

When: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Who: All

How: Just go!

Cost: Free to go

4. Dia de los Muertos Food & Craft Festival

Saturday, November 13

This will be the ending of Gallery 5’s observance of Dia de la los Muertos. Enjoy a free day festival of live music, food, workshops and performers.

• Who: All
• When: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Where: 200 W. Marshall Street
• How: Just go!
• Cost: FREE

5. Always…Patsy Cline

Friday, November 12 through Sunday, November 21

Presented by Henrico Theatre Company, this song-filled valentine is based on a true story about the beloved female country superstar and Houston housewife, Louise Seger, Patsy Cline’s most devoted fan. Songs include “Crazy,” “Walkin’ After Midnight,” “Sweet Dream,” “She’s Got You” and “I Fall to Pieces.” Combining humor, sadness and reality, it offers fans who remember Patsy Cline a chance to look back and celebrate the 1960’s country western singer.

• Who: All
• When: 8:00 PM (time changes)
• Where: Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen – 2880 Mountain Road
• How: Call for tickets
• Cost: $10 for adults, $8 for students
• More info: 804-501-5859

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