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SUMMARY:VMFA Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for performances\, food trucks\, art activities\, and fun for all ages. To mark the museum’s 90th anniversary\, we’re celebrating its past\, present\, and future\, and inviting you to the official public kick-off of The Campaign for VMFA. We’re bringing the community together for a fun event. See yourself here! Know Before You Go  This event is rain or shine. In case of rain\, all activities will move indoors.Parking in the museum’s deck is $6 (free for VMFA members). Free street parking is also available.You may bring lawn chairs and blankets to the Sculpture Garden.Please do not touch the art in the galleries or in the Sculpture Garden.Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Thank you for not eating or drinking in the galleries.Wine/beer/alcohol that is purchased elsewhere may not be brought to the VMFA campus.You may refer to VMFA’s Visitor Policies for more information.Event ScheduleWelcomeCheek Theater 1:30–2 pm | Join VMFA Director and CEO Alex Nyerges for an introduction to See Yourself Here: The Campaign for VMFA and the museum’s exciting next chapter. Also enjoy a musical performance by The Outcasts Big Band.Cochrane Atrium | Main Entrance | Robins Sculpture Garden 1–4 pm | Visit info stations to learn more about See Yourself Here: The Campaign for VMFA and the museum’s forthcoming expansion.Music and PerformancesCheek Theater 1:30–2 pm | Performance by The Outcasts Big Band with welcome remarks by VMFA Director and CEO Alex NyergesPauley Center Terrace 1–1:30 pm | Hip-hop line dancing with Kemel Patton 2:30–3:30 pm | Counterpoint featuring Wayne “Big Pat” Patterson\, presented by the Richmond Jazz Society 3:30–4 pm | VSU’s Trojan Explosion Marching Band Cochrane Atrium 1–1:30 pm | DJ Ray-Ray 2:15–2:30 pm | Ezibu Muntu African Dance 2:45–3:05 pm | Choy Wun Lion Dance Troupe 3:05–3:45 pm | DJ Ray-Ray Interactive ActivitiesSmurfit WestRock Art Education Center 1–4 pm | Ryan McGinness Stamp Prints (Studio 1) Use stamps and multicolored inks to create a print inspired by the work of contemporary artist Ryan McGinness\, whose painting that celebrates VMFA’s collection can be seen near the Main Entrance. Best for ages 5–12. All ages welcome.1–4 pm | Ethiopian Black-Maned Lion Collage (Studio 2) In honor of the expanded African Galleries coming in 2029\, make a black-maned Ethiopian lion collage out of recycled-paper. Best for ages 5+.1–4 pm* | Play and Exploration (Early Childhood Classroom) Stop by for playtime. Recommended for ages 6 months to 6 years. *At 2 pm & 3 pm\, VMFA educators will lead 30 minutes of interactive parachute play\, singing\, and movement activities. Marble Hall 1–4 pm | Architecture Building Challenge Challenge yourself or each other by building the tallest paper-straw structure possible. Best for ages 8+. Freeman Library 1–4 pm | With All Our Hearts: A VMFA Community Display What are your favorite things about VMFA? Show us by creating a heart that will become part of our collaborative display. All ages. Cochrane Atrium 1–4 pm | See Yourself Here Story Studio What’s your VMFA story? Visit our Story Studio to share a special memory and tell us what VMFA means to you. Gallery Tours and ArtmobileMeet at Niche near Main Entrance 1 pm\, 2 pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3 pm\, 3:30 pm | “What’s New” Gallery Tours Take a 30-minute gallery tour that explores a few of VMFA’s most recent acquisitions in our ever-expanding collection. Mary Morton Parsons Plaza 1–4 pm | Artmobile Exhibition Visit VMFA on the Road\, the museum’s 21st-century Artmobile\, featuring the special exhibition Virginia as America: Navigating Life\, Liberty\, and the Pursuit of Happiness.ShoppingVMFA Shop 1–4 pm | Check out the VMFA Shop. VMFA members enjoy a 20% discount on purchases today!Food and Drink Best Café\, Amuse Restaurant\, and our Floris tearoom are open. Enjoy meals\, snacks\, beverages\, as well as the special offerings and pop-ups listed below.Best Café Stop by for lunch\, snacks\, beverages\, and desserts\, as well as the following: Picnic Bag (fig\, brie\, and arugula baguette; Route 11 chips; fruit salad; homemade cookie; glass of house red or white wine) Keya’s Chips with a variety of toppings\, sauces\, add-ons inspired by traditional Indian chaat Frosé adult beveragesAmuse Restaurant Reservations for lunch are encouraged. Also stop by Amuse for the following: 1–4 pm | Cirrus Vodka Cocktail Pop-Up3–4 pm | Specially curated happy-hour menuFloris “Kitchen Door” Pop-Up Swing by to purchase a specialty iced tea and/or a sweet treat made by Floris’s Chef Chainey.Cocktail Bar in Cochrane Atrium Enjoy drinks from a fully stocked cocktail bar that accepts either cash or drink tickets purchased at the Visitor Services Desk. Featured cocktails: Strawberry basil Aperol spritz and Tajin margarita on the rocksFood Trucks on Grove Ave Stay tuned for more information!Water and Treats in Robins Sculpture Garden Complimentary bottled water and treats will be available for all attendees at designated stations in the Robins Sculpture Garden. About The Campaign for VMFAAs VMFA embarks on the largest expansion and renovation project in its history\, the museum wants you to see yourself here—in the art\, in the space\, and in the experience. This is your museum. Be part of its next chapter.
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LOCATION:Virginia Museum of Fine Arts\, 200 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Community Event,Richmond Events
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SUMMARY:Richmond Night Market
DESCRIPTION: Please join us at our Open Air Market every 2nd Saturday from 5pm-9pm (April-December) at the 17th Street Market. Located at 100 N 17th St\, Richmond\, VA 23219.         View this post on Instagram
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/richmond-night-market/
LOCATION:17th Street Market\, 100 N 17th St\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Richmond Events
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SUMMARY:The Harlem Globetrotters The 100 Year Tour
DESCRIPTION:100 Years of Thrills. 100 Years of Laughs. 100 Years of Joy. This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping “No Way!” moves\,100 Years of “Wow!” and 100 Years Heart-Pounding Thrills! The Harlem Globetrottersare coming to your city with their most LEGENDARY TOUR EVER. From gravity-defyingdunks to game-changing tricks\, experience the team that redefined basketball! This ishistory you can feel and a celebration of 100 years of over-the-top FUN with all-newsurprises like the Golden Basketball by Spalding(R). This is a fan celebration from themoment you arrive with epic new pre-game magic\, unforgettable post-gameinteractions\, and the most fan-fueled experience in sports. This is your only chance tobe part of The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour.Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the LEGACY
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LOCATION:VSU Multipurpose Center\, 20809 2nd Ave\, Petersburg\, Virginia\, 23803\, United States
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SUMMARY:VSU AGFest
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!Join us at VSU AgFest\, an annual celebration of agriculture and community spirit hosted by the Virginia State University College of Agriculture! At VSU AgFest\, we come together to honor National Ag Day and showcase the vital role agriculture plays in our lives and communities.What to Expect:A day filled with interactive exhibits\, hands-on activities\, entertainment\, and delicious food. There’s something for everyone at VSU AgFest.Interactive Exhibits: Explore innovative farming methods and sustainability practices at our interactive exhibits\, including hydroponic unit displays from Randolph Farm.Close Encounters: Meet adorable small farm animals and learn about their essential role in agriculture.Family Fun: Enjoy inflatable activities\, pedal carts\, and entertainment for all ages along University Ave.Culinary Delights: Indulge in delicious fare from local food trucks\, featuring the Hospitality Management Department.VSU Farmers’ Market: Shop local and support small farmers at the VSU Farmer’s Market\, featuring a variety of fresh produce and artisanal goods.Music and Dance: Groove to the beat with live music and line dancing sessions\, celebrating the vibrant culture intertwined with agriculture.Fashion Showcase: Discover the fascinating connection between fashion and agriculture at our fashion showcase\, highlighting how fibers and textiles create garments.Educational Insights: Gain valuable knowledge on nutrition\, climate-smart practices\, and pollution\, and explore the integrated well-being of families and communities.AND MUCH MORE!Why Attend:We believe in the power of community and the importance of agriculture in our daily lives. Whether you’re a student\, faculty member\, community member\, or industry professional\, you’ll find inspiration\, education\, and camaraderie at this special event.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/vsu-agfest/
LOCATION:Virginia State University\, 21101 Barnes St\, 23806
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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