10.04.2023

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Travel and Outdoors

Your guide to fall fun in Prince George County

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Enjoy scenic waterfront views at Jordan Point Marina during your visit. | Photo provided by Jordan Point Marina

You don’t have to leave VA for your next getaway. Enter: Prince George County, just a ~40-minute drive from Richmond.

Whether you’re a solo outdoor enthusiast or traveling with friends or family, the area is filled with fun, seasonal day trip activities. With miles of waterfront, plenty of trees to zipline or hike through, rich history, and more, the charming Prince George County is worth a visit.

Here’s a sample itinerary:

Get on the road

Kick off the road trip from one of Prince George County’s stops on the 5&Dime driving route which features many of the sites and attractions mentioned below along this historic and scenic route. Check in, get points, and earn rewards with the Passport Program for Route 5 and Route 10.

Head outdoors

Soar through trees on a zipline, climb the high-ropes course, or try your hand at axe throwing with a visit to Tree Time Adventures.

Bonus: Their Fall Festival & Scream Time Adventures is happening on weekends throughout October. Test your courage with a haunted trail, nighttime tree course, and more frightful fun.

Alternatively, spend the day at Swaders Sports Park, a family-friendly outdoor sports park with mini golf, go-karts, an arcade + more.

Browse local blooms and produce

Pick buckets of fall flowers while enjoying scenic views at The Perfect Pick Flower Farm or stop by on a weekend for pumpkins. You can also get a taste of local produce by visiting the Prince George Farmers’ Market, happening every Saturday through Oct. 28.

Bonus: The Fall Festival is happening on Saturday, Oct. 28and a Special Holiday Market on Saturday, Nov. 18.

Visit HPG — Pick up farm-fresh veggies and more at the Prince George Farmers’ Market.
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Photo by Daniel Jones Foto

Hit the water

Is the water is calling your name? Jordan Point Marina is a family-owned and -operated, full-service marina on the historic James River that offers pontoon boat and kayak rentals.

Discover the rich history of Prince George County

Deepen your knowledge of the the area with a trip to The Prince George County Regional Heritage Center, and check out the Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy authentic and delicious foods (jidlo), beer (pivo), music (muszika), dancing, activities for the kids + more — plus, admission and parking are free.

For history buffs, take a trip to The U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum and the U.S. Army Women’s Museum located at Fort-Gregg Adams. Did you know? The U.S. Army Women’s Museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to Army women.

Start planning your trip

Asked

How many Czech and Slovak families settled in Prince George County between 1880 and 1920?

A. 50
B. 100
C. 200
D. 300+

Quiz your history knowledge

Events

Wednesday, Oct. 4

VCU Men’s Soccer vs. Dayton | Wednesday, Oct. 4 | 7-9 p.m. | Sports Backers Stadium, 100 Avenue of Champions, Richmond | $5-$10 | Cheer on the Rams at home.

Thursday, Oct. 5

“Buffy The Vampire Slayer” | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $8 | The 1992 film about the teenage vampire hunter stars Kristy Swanson and Luke Perry.
Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | The National, 708 E. Broad St., Richmond | $23 | The Americana act will play with Josiah and the Bonnevilles.

Friday, Oct. 6

Richmond Zine Fest | Friday, Oct. 6-Saturday, Oct. 7 | Times vary | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St., Richmond | Free | Enjoy a variety of workshops on Friday and peruse work by exhibitors on Saturday.
First Fridays for the Whole Family | Friday, Oct. 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | Free | Get free admission to the museum and enjoy happy hour, food trucks, music, and family fun.
Artspace RVA Exhibit Opening | Friday, Oct. 6 | 6-9 p.m. | Artspace Gallery, 2833-A Hathaway Rd., Richmond | Free | Check out new exhibitions including painting, photography, and mixed media works.

Saturday, Oct. 7

Mozart Festival | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Historic St. John’s Church, 2401 E. Broad St., Richmond | Free | Join Classical Revolution RVA for a day of celebrating and contextualizing Mozart at events around Church Hill.
Powhatan’s Festival of the Grape 2023 | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Powhatan Courthouse Village, 3860 Old Buckingham Rd., Powhatan | $20-$35 | Powhatan knows how to uncork and unwind — celebrate the 20th Festival of the Grape with reds, whites, roses, and a few sparkling surprises, plus food trucks + live music.*

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News Notes

Health

The State Health Commissioner has rejected a proposed $234 million HCA Healthcare hospital in Hanover County. The state cited a lack of need for another hospital in the region and potential harm to the nearby Bon Secours. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

Biz

Partners Financial Federal Credit Union — based in Chesterfield — has merged into Argent Credit Union in Henrico. The merger became effective on the first of the month, according to announcements on each company’s website. (Richmond BizSense)

Festival

Lamplighter Coffee in the Fan has announced its Fall Ball, set for 3-8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14. Bands will play in the green space across from the shop and Lamplighter will serve vegan and beef hot dogs.

Family

The Science Museum of Virginia will host Spooky Science, a night of Halloween-themed STEM activities for kids, on Friday, Oct. 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. Kids of all ages are welcome and tickets are available now.

Shop

The Richmond Makers Market is hosting Spooktoberfest at Basic City Beer Co. this Saturday, Oct. 7 from 12 to 6 p.m. The event will feature drinks, 38 makers, and a dog costume contest.

Tech

FEMA plans to test its Emergency Alert system today between 2:20 p.m. and 2:50 p.m. This means your phone will receive a message from the federal agency around that time frame. Remember: This is a test.

Finance

This leading balance transfer card offers 0% intro APR for guess how many months… with no annual fee. (Hint: It’s one of the longest 0% intro APR periods we’ve seen.) See details and apply.*

Arts

Culture

“Dawoud Bey: Elegy” opens at VMFA Nov. 18

“Dawoud Bey: Elegy” will be on view until Feb. 25. | Photo by RICtoday

A new exhibit opens at the VMFA on Saturday, Nov. 18. “Dawoud Bey: Elegy” features works of film and photography by the renowned contemporary artist.

An exploration of the early experiences of enslaved people America, the exhibition features three photo series and two film installations. Two of the works were created in Richmond.

A black-and-white image of a wooded path — *Untitled (Trail and Trees)* from the series Stony the Road, 2022, Dawoud Bey (American, born 1953), gelatin silver print. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Named for a line from “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” the photo series “Stony the Road” centers around the Richmond Slave Trail, which traces the path of enslaved people brought through Richmond. The film “350,000" was produced in collaboration with local production companies, choreographers, musicians, and dancers.

At the media preview for the exhibit, Bey spoke about his work as his subjective take on history, visualized. Bey views his work as a means of conflating past and present, rather than a documentation of historical events.

RICtoday_DawoudBey_VMFA_ArtistTalk — Dawoud Bey spoke at the media preview of the exhibition.
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Photo by RICtoday

Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for ages 65+, $8 for youth and college students, and free for members.

Shop

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Wellness

Treat yourself this fall with Salt & Ash Soap Co., a clean ingredient skincare line. Relax with the Peppermint Eucalyptus Bar Soap.

Try This

Treat yourself to a self-care upgrade with Roosevelt Supply Co’s Anti-Aging Face Lotion. Keep your skin looking fresh and youthful.

Drink

Ghosts have never looked cuter than on these Halloween glass can cups. Snag them from one of Etsy’s Star Sellers (read: smooth shipping + great reviews).

Seasonal

Looking for something comfy for fall? This best-selling crewneck sweater can be customized to your style, thanks to colors from nutmeg to apricot to rose red.

Outdoors

If you’re camping, lounging, or cheering from the sidelines, make things more comfortable with a heated, cushioned folding chair. Adjust the temperature between three heat settings.

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The Wrap

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Tired of mowing your lawn? Take a leaf from the pages of Dominion’s Sussex County solar farm and hire a herd of sheep. The lambscapers will have things trimmed back in no time.

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