July 2008
V Community

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Tools for Growth

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Visual Arts

Professional Development

Other Events Too Good to Miss

Volunteer Opportunities

Benefits & Causes

PFLAG Richmond Monthly Meeting
Tues, July 8, 6:30-8:30pm, 2311 Westwood Ave., Richmond. www.PFLAGrichmond.com.

SLMC Poker Run & Benefit
Supreme Ladies Motorcycle Club presents this benefit for Children’s Miracle Network—a motorcycle route with stops to win a winning poker hand. Sat, July 12. Registration 9:30-11am. Starts at Hooter’s Restaurant, 2401 W. Hundred Rd., Chester. 804-986-5444 or sexyred@supremeladiesmc.com or www.SupremeLadiesMC.com.

5K Run for the Future
The Lucy Corr Foundation holds its 7th annual 5K Run for the Future in Chesterfield on Sat, July 19, 8am, to benefit the Wellness Garden and Dental Clinic at Lucy Corr Village. Pre-registration $15, race day $20. Contact Bonnie Meyers at 804-706-5712 or lcv@lucycorrvillage.com.

Tea Time for Massey
Enjoy a relaxing, traditional English afternoon tea to benefit VCU Massey Cancer Center. Tea sandwiches, pastries, scones, Devonshire cream, and fruit preserves on a three-tiered tray with choice of a pot of tea. July 24. Cuppa Tea Company, One North Morris Street, Richmond. Call Lurline Wagner for details. 804-254-8322.

Drive a Cancer Patient to Treatment
The American Cancer Society needs people to use their own car to drive a cancer patient to and from a potentially lifesaving treatment. Schedules flexible. Road To Recovery Volunteer Driver Training offered on July 31. To register or for more information, call Robyn Barber at 804-527-3718 or e-mail robyn.barber@cancer.org.

Volunteer for the Signature Chefs Auction
for March of Dimes, Charlottesville
This event has silent and live auctions, $100 plate meals, and more, all proceeds going to the March of Dimes mission to prevent prematurity, birth defects, and infant mortality. Volunteers are needed to help on the committee for this event, which takes place on Sun, Dec 7, 5-9pm. Contact Bryan Harris, Community Director of the March of Dimes, Piedmont-Shenandoah Valley Division, at 434-293-2434 or 800-868-5894 or e-mail BHarris@marchofdimes.com.

Swift Creek Mill Theatre in Colonial Heights Seeks Volunteers
The 43-year-old, year-round theatre needs ushers/greeters, production support, development and marketing. 804-748-5203 or www.SwiftCreekMill.com.

Cancer Survivors for Cure by Design
The American Cancer Society seeks cancer survivors—male and female, young and old, completed treatment or still in the process—for the 2008 Cure by Design Fashion Show, to celebrate survivorship and raise hope for a cure. The event includes live and silent auctions and cocktail reception on Aug 15, 7pm, at Toad’s Place on the Canal, Richmond. www.CureByDesign.org. 804-527-3712 or katie.connolly@cancer.org.

Beds for Kids
Help give children a bed to sleep on. Donate a bed, furniture, etc. to help children in need. 804-302-4227 or www.bedsforkids.us.

Look Good…Feel Better for Cancer Patients
Conducted by cosmetologists, this workshop helps women cope with the side effects of cancer treatment, featuring skin care, demonstrations of wigs, scarves, etc. Must be undergoing chemotherapy or have recently finished. Registration required. In Richmond, Charlottesville, & Fredericksburg. Call 804-527-3778 for dates, locations, and registration.

The WIN Foundation, “Helping Women In Need”
WIN provides housing and employment help and hope to women who have been abused, homeless, incarcerated, or disadvantaged. Donations are needed to support these women. 804-435-7946 or helpwin@comcast.net.

Ongoing Resources for Volunteer Opportunities
Hands On Greater Richmond: connects you to team-based volunteer projects with local nonprofits, with a wide assortment of flexible service opportunities. volunteer@handsongr.org. or www.handsongr.org. ConnectRichmond provides information, resources and instant access to nonprofits, civic leaders, volunteers and others interested in improving Metro Richmond. www.ConnectRichmond.org. V Magazine for Women: www.vmagazineforwomen.com/vcommunity and www.vmagazineforwomen.com/classads.

Tools for Growth

Girlfriends Getaway Weekend Retreat 2008
“I Love Me! Walking in the Power of Me” is the theme for Average Girl Magazine’s 5th annual purpose driven life event. July 11-13, at the Wyndham Hotel in Richmond. www.AverageGirlMagazine.com.

Sneakers and Genes
for Daughters of Women with Breast Cancer
Sponsored by VCU Massey Cancer Center, this free, three-part program aims to increase breast health awareness among women ages 18-49 whose mothers had breast cancer. Topics include nutrition and exercise; understanding family risk; and screening. July 17, 24 and 31 from 6:30-8pm at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Registration is required by calling 804-828-1561 or e-mailing nilsonde@vcu.edu.

Optimal Aging
Baylor Rice, registered pharmacist and owner of South River Compounding Pharmacy, discusses ways to slow down the body’s aging processes. Topics include male andropause and female menopause, balancing hormones, treatment options, nutritional support, and herbal and natural supplements to alleviate symptoms. Free. July 17, 7pm. 3656 Mayland Ct. Registration is required at 804-897-6447. www.SouthRiverRx.com.

Open House for New Ministry & Training Center
Gift of Faith Ministries & Let's DDDANCE Ministries (Let's Detect & Demolish Domestic Abuse N Communities Everywhere) will be having its grand opening on Sat, July 19, 1pm. Learn how to change your life for the better in this challenging season in which we live. Activities include but are not limited to Armorbearer & Church Security Training; Bible Studies for Women; Book Publishing & Copyright Services; Computer Training and Soft SkillsTraining; Dreams & Desires Conferences; Educational Workshops; Family Life Education; Fellowships & Spiritual Counseling; Financial Literacy & Budgeting Workshops; and more. 3071 Mechanicsville Tpk, #20 (Beside Cato's Dress Shop). Contact Elder Gloria Barksdale by e-mail at letsdddancenow@yahoo.com or leave a message at 804-490-8458. RSVP to attend by e-mail.

Events at Farmville-Prince Edward Community Library
Summer Time is Movie Time, at 2:30pm on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays through July 24. Morning Read Aloud at 10:30am daily. Catch the Reading Bug on Wednesdays at 2:30pm, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 217 W. Third St., Farmville. 434-392-6924.

Library of Virginia July Events
Cooling the South: The Block Ice Era 1875-1975. Tues, July 8, noon–1pm, free. Ellie Morris discusses and signs her beautifully photographed book, Cooling the South, which explores the nearly lost craft of making, selling, and storing ice, in the days before refrigeration and air-conditioning. Family Day at the Library of Virginia: Building Virginia’s History. Sat, July 12, 10am-2pm. Enjoy Carson Hudson’s Historic Diversions Puppets, tours of the Library and the Virginia State Capitol, and a scavenger hunt as well as giveaways, face painting, picture taking, and crafts. Timekeeper. Wed, July 16, noon-1pm, free. John Atkinson discusses and signs Timekeeper, his coming-of-age novel about a young boy who can’t read. Misunderstood by his teachers and physically abused by his father, “Johnnyboy” runs away from home at age 14. Money in Politics: The Public’s Right to Know. Thurs, July 24, noon-1pm, free. David Poole, executive director and founder of the Virginia Public Access Project, discusses the VPAP and demonstrates how to use the system that tracks money in Virginia politics. Thurs, July 31, 2008. 804-692-3592 or visit www.lva.lib.va.us.

Performing Arts and Music

Pocahontas Premieres’ A Night of Jazz
The Thompson D’earth Band performs on Sat, July 12, 6pm at Pocahontas State Park’s Heritage Amphitheater, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield. Advance tickets $7. Tickets day of show are $10. Parking is $5. Advance ticket holders get free parking. Food and beverages available. 804-796-4255 or VirginiaStateParks.gov.

Music in Library Park
Features local favorite Susan Greenbaum. Join the Friends of the Richmond Public Library for this free outdoor concert at the corner of 2nd and Main, Tues, July 15, noon. Pack a picnic lunch and bring a friend. 804-230-2590.

Pocahontas Premieres’ Beach Music
The Craig Woolard Band performs on Sat, July 26, 6pm, at Pocahontas State Park’s Heritage Amphitheater, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield. Also features The Overtime Band. Advance tickets $7. Tickets day of show are $10. Parking is $5. Advance ticket holders get free parking. Food and beverages available. 804- 796-4255 or www.VirginiaStateParks.gov.

Open Mic Night at The Ironhorse Restaurant
B.J. Kocen and Harry Gore host open mic night each Tuesday, 8-11pm, at The Ironhorse Restaurant, 100 N. Railroad Ave., Ashland. Free. 804-752-6410 or bjkocen@gmail.com.

Thursday in Old Towne
Sponsored by The Petersburg Foundation, proceeds go to the revitalization and beautification of the Washington Street entrance off I-95 into the City of Petersburg. Shop and dine in Old Towne, then enjoy music. Military discounts. Gates open at 6:30pm. Must be 18. Each Thursday through Sept. 25. Old Towne Civic Center, 136 River St., Petersburg. www.OTCivicCenter.com or www.OldTownePetersburg.com.

Music Gigs
King Solomon’s Marbles perform Grateful Dead covers on Fri, July 11, 10pm, at Cary St Café. $8.
Blue Line Highway performs acoustic rock on Wed, July 30, 7:30-9:30pm, at Positive Vibe Café, 2825 Hathaway Rd. 804-560-9622. Free.

There Goes the Bride at Swift Creek Mill Theatre
In this British farce, a harried executive gets accidentally bonked on the head on his daughter’s wedding day, only to find that the cardboard cutout of a flapper girl in an advertisement has come to life—but only he can see her. Swift Creek Mill Theatre, 17401 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Colonial Heights. Through August 23. 804-748-5203 or www.SwiftCreekMill.com.

The Recliners at Café Diem
Each Friday, enjoy 3 sets of The Recliners beginning at 9:30pm every Friday, with The Unknown Favorites opening at 8pm, at Café Diem, 600 N. Sheppard St. & 3000 Patterson Ave., Richmond. No cover. www.TheRecliners.com and www.UnknownFavorites.com. 804-353-2500.

Visual Arts

Reflections on Richmond Windows at the GCCR Gallery
Celebrate the diversity of the arts community at Richmond’s newest gallery, located in the Gay Community Center of Richmond, 1407 Sherwood Ave. The first show, curated by Petie Bogen-Garrett, is Reflections on Richmond Windows, featuring works by Richmond favorites John McClellan and Martin McFadden. The show also presents creations by Kathy Benham, Kerri Douthat and the ROSMY youth program. Opening Fri, July 11. Through Sept. 12. GayRichmond.com or 804-901-1500.

Gray: In Celebration of the Photograph and
Frederic Crist: Sculpture
Also showcases the photography of several gallery artists and newcomers. Through July 8 at the Page Bond Gallery, 1625 W. Main St., Richmond. 804-359-3633 or pagebond@mindspring.com.

En Plein Air Art Exhibit
Jennifer Young Studio & Gallery presents Jennifer’s 2nd annual Plein Air exhibit, featuring paintings made on location in Virginia, plus new works from a recent trip to the South of France. Through July 31. 16 E. Main St. For visiting hours, painting workshops, and additional information, call 804-254-1008 or visit www.JenniferYoung.com.

Visual Art Studio
Shellion, new oil paintings by Dan Rhett. Scenes cast with coastal creatures and fenced lots, exploring interactions between shapes, colors, café goers, and mythic beings. Through August 1. As The Wood Turns. The Invitational and Juried Exhibition of Woodturning Art and Craft from the American Association of Woodturners Richmond Chapter presents pieces from the Richmond Woodturners Club. The works were juried by members, nonmembers and also by non-woodturners for a wide variety of woodturned art and craftsmanship. Through August 1 Also presenting Razzle Dazzle, New Jewelry by Richmond Artists Katherine Benner and Missy Olds. Visual Art Studio, 208 W. Broad St. 804-644-1368 or www.VisualArtStudio.org.

Gallery Exhibitions at Artspace
Current exhibitions: Nathaniel Hester, Animal Farm, silkscreen prints; Mary Anne Hensley, Mixing Metaphors, mixed media; and Catherine Johnson, Observations, photography. Through July 20. Upcoming Exhibitions: Working artists of Plant Zero and a new selection of members’ artwork, July-August 17. Zero East 4th St., Richmond. 804-232-6464 or www.ArtSpaceGallery.org

Events at Longwood Center for the Visual Arts
A Critical Eye: A Selection of Paintings from the Robert B. and Margaret T. Mayo Collection, highlighting 150 years of American art history. Mondays through Saturdays, 11am-5pm. Summer Art Studio: European Edition. Weekdays, 11am-2pm, through Aug. 8. Free family art activities celebrating the great cities of Europe. 129 N. Main St., Farmville. 434-395-2206 or www.Longwood.edu/lcva.

Friday for the Arts in Old Towne Petersburg
Petersburg’s monthly second Friday celebration of the arts. Art exhibits, concerts, dining, and specialty events galore. There are 15+ arts venues and 7+ music venues. Locations are clustered in a walkable loop, plus a free Arts Bus. 6pm. Free. 804-733-2400 or www.OldTownePetersburg.com.

Professional Development

Network of Enterprising Women (NEW)
Monthly meetings are held at the Willow Oaks Country Club, 6228 Forest Hill Ave., the first Thursday of every month. NetworkOfEnterprisingwomen.org.

River City Express Network Speed Networking
Meet one-on-one eight women that you need to know. Speaker, Mike Ogilvie, Pendulum Inc. July 2, 7:30am networking, 8am program. Willow Oaks Country Club, 6228 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond. Members: $15. Guests $20. Tena Krouse, tena@ynotnow.net or www.rivercityexpressnetwork.org.

Do You Like to Write?
The Hanover Writers Club meets on the third Saturday of each month at 10pm at the Mechanicsville Library. 804-779-2660 or www.hanoverwriters.org.

The Smart Woman’s Club Street Seen
On a shady street in Richmond, Smart Women gather to see, be seen, and just have fun. Sponsored by the Smart Woman’s Club. Attire: summer casual and sunglasses. $20 members, $25 guests. Thursday, July 31, 6-7:30pm. Smokie@smartwomansclub.com or www.SmartWomansClub.com/events.asp.

National League of American Pen Women
Contact Rita Hull at 804-288-5025 or Judy Smith at 804-330-0969.

Growth & Development at New Visions, New Ventures
Fabulous Financial Fridays. Lunchtime roundtables the first Friday of every month to give women an opportunity to discuss how to make changes, improvements, and progress towards their financial goals. Networking Lunch. Networking event on the last Thursday of every month. Call for details. 804-643-1081 or nvnv.org.

Richmond Women’s Network
Four Wednesday lunch meetings throughout the Richmond area. First Wednesday: Mechanicsville (contact Lori Braxton, LoriBraxton@verizon.net). Second Wednesday: West End, 11:45am at the Innsbrook Capital Ale House, Cox & Broad (contact Sylvia Wright, syhwright@msn.com). Third Wednesday: downtown at Beauregard’s Thai Room, 103 E. Cary St. (contact Kathy Johnson, Kathy.W.Johnson@dom.com). Fourth Wednesday: Southside at La Siesta Mexican Restaurant, 9900 Midlothian Tpk. (contact Suzanne Davis, sdavis@idesigninteriors.com).

American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants:
aalnc.org.

National Association of Female Executives:
760-716-1317.

National Association of Women Business Owners:
www.NAWBORichmond.org.

Bon Air Toastmasters Club
Meets every Thursday, 10-11:15am at 300 Arboretum Pl., Suite 505; and 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm, at the Bull & Bear Club. Learn and practice speaking skills that can benefit you in your career. www.BonAirToastmasters.com.

Other Events Too Good to Miss

The Goochland Farmers Market
The Saturday market is at 2955 River Rd. in Goochland (Route 6 & 522), through Oct. 25. 9am-noon. 804-332-3144. www.centerforruralculture.org.

Virginia Laughter Lover’s Club
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 5:45pm at a Richmond West End location. First session free. Contact Indu Bhargava at 804-740-5529 or friend@asianamerican-va.com or asianamerican-va.com.

Maymont Events for Kids
Discovery Creek Mini-Camp, July 1, 9am-1pm. Nature Quest, July 2, 9:30am. Yuck, That’s Gross! on July 2, 1:30pm. Lions in the Library, Fridays, July 11-Aug 22, 1pm. Explore Samantha’s World, Tuesdays, July 15 & 22, 9:30am. Toddler Time: Summer Fun, four-session programs on Mondays, beginning July 21. Animal Club for Bear Cubs, three-session program, July 22, 24 & 29, 3pm. Animal Club for Otter Pups, three-session program, July 22, 24 & 29, 3pm. Behind Closed Doors, July 26, 1pm. Animal Encounters: Reptiles, July 26, 3pm. Geology Rocks! on July 30, 1:30pm. 1700 Hampton St., Richmond. For registration and information, call 804-358-7166. www.maymont.org.

Victorian High Tech at Maymont
Visit the third floor of Maymont Mansion, an area seldom seen by the public, to learn about the technology in one of the most modern homes of its era—the 1890s, a period of amazing and far-reaching technological changes. July 12 & August 9, 2pm. 804-358-7166, ext. 329. 1700 Hampton St., Richmond. www.maymont.org.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
All-American Celebration, July 4, 1-4pm. Families After 5 in the Children’s Garden (WaterPlay til 8:30), Tuesdays 5-9pm. Flowers After 5, wine-tasting, live jazz, dining and more (presenting Fidos After 5 on the second Thursdays, leashed pets invited), Thursdays, 5-9pm. 804-262-9887 or www.LewisGinter.org.

Terrific Events Throughout Virginia
Find plenty of in-state fun, like the Wachapreague Town Carnival on the Eastern Shore; the Pony Swim and Auction, Assateague Island to Chincoteague; the Cheroenhaka Nottoway Indian Pow Wow in Hampton Roads; Gloucester’s Renaissance Festival; old-time music classes in fiddle, banjo, guitar or mandolin at the Mountain Music School; Wintergreen Performing Arts’ Summer Musical Festival; and the Virginia Lake Festival. Find the complete list at www.Virginia.org.

Vegetarian Society of Richmond July 4th Potluck Picnic
Bring a dish to share and label all ingredients, your own place setting and beverage. Vegan preferable. July 4th, Three Lakes Park, Shelter #2, 400 Sausiluta Dr. Three Lakes Park has an extensive trail system which originates near the nature center and aquarium where visitors encounter an underwater viewing window and interpretive exhibits of the local flora and fauna. Shelter reserved from 3-8pm, picnic at 4pm. Members, no charge; non-members, $3. 804-344-4356 or lois@vegetarianrichmond.org.

Capital Ale House Virginia Beer Festival
The 1st Annual Virginia Beer Festival will be held at the Capital Ale House of Innsbrook., featuring Virginia’s best breweries: Blue & Gray, Blue Mountain, Legend, Olde Richmond, Old Dominion, Richbrau, St. George, Starr Hill and Williamsburg, along with live music and great Virginia fare of crab cakes, soft shell crabs, pulled pork barbeque and more. July 5. Two sessions: noon-4 and 6-10pm. $10 for entry, glass tasting mug, 5 tasting tickets and entertainment, purchased at any Capital Ale House.

The New Virginians New Member Coffee
The New Virginians (a club for women new to the Richmond area in the last two years) hosts its annual new member coffee on Wed, July 9, 10am at First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary St., Richmond. New Richmond residents can meet other residents and learn about the social and charitable activities of the club. $5. For reservations, call Barbara Yohe at 804-560-6811.

The Embroiderers’ Guild of America
The local Chapter of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America, Gentle Pursuits of Richmond, has meetings the third Tuesday of the month, 6:30-9pm. Christ Church education building, 2nd floor, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd., Glen Allen. Contact Dee Ragsdale at Perle12@widomaker.com or Diana Paisley at 804-784-8092.

Vegetarian Society of Richmond at Zuppa Soup & Bakery
Tuesday, July 29, 6:30pm. $15 includes dinner, tax, gratuity, beverage. 103 N. 18 St., Richmond. (Zuppa: 804-249-8831 or www.zuppa.org.) For information and reservations call 804-344-4356, e-mail Lois@VegetarianRichmond.org or register at www.vegetarianrichmond.org by Friday, July 25.

Flowerama at the Richmond Bridal Showcase
Flowerama is pleased to announce their involvement in Richmond’s largest bridal show. Visit the Flowerama booth on Sunday, August 3, 11am-5pm, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 N. Third St., Richmond. 804-560-7700 or www.Flowerama.com.

“Liberty or Death” Reenactment
The reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775 includes Washington, Jefferson and other notable Virginians. Patrick Henry delivered his passionate call for liberty, uttering the immortal words “give me liberty or give me death!” Free tickets distributed at 1pm; programs begin at 1:30pm. Sundays, June-August. 804-648-5015 or www.HistoricStJohnsChurch.org.

Dino-mania! at the Virginia Living Museum
This dynamic, interactive exhibit thrusts humans into the ancient world and lives of the dinosaurs. Realistic, half-to-full-size robotic models display the behaviors and environment of these ancient reptiles. Through Sept 1. 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News. 757-595-1900 or www.thevlm.org.