Maymont offers discounts to older members. | Photo by Christopher W. Clarke
There are plenty of fun and fascinating things to do in Richmond as an older person. We put out the call to readers and did some research of our own to assemble this list of River City activities ideal for most seasoned Richmonders.
There’s plenty of ways to get your blood pumping. Reader Eddie B. recommended bowling. Grab some friends and pick an alley, or join a league. Henrico County offers one for those 55+ that rolls on Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m.
Henrico also has a golf club (ages 50+) and tennis clubs (ages 55+) at various times throughout the week.
🎨 For the artist
Take a class at the Visual Arts Center to flex your creative muscles. VisArts offers courses both online and in-person at their Main Street studio.
Third Anniversary Celebration of The Virginia Wine Experience | Friday, Nov. 8-Saturday, Nov. 9 | 3:30-9 p.m. | The Omni Homestead Resort | Enjoy an intimate four-course dinner with six top vintners, a Norton wine master class, vertical tastings with Jim Law, and more.*
“Mending Walls” Documentary Screening | 6-8 p.m. | The Branch Museum of Architecture and Design | $15+ | See the Emmy-winning documentary and get your book signed by artist and Mending Walls founder Hamilton Glass.
Saturday, Nov. 9
The Wilson Springs Hotel | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | $20 | The Virginia folk band will be joined by local acts Landon Elliott and Deau Eyes.
“The Big LeBYRDski” | 7:30 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $20 | It’s just like, our opinion, man, that this annual fundraiser is a blast.
Sunday, Nov. 10
VMFA Holiday Bazaar | 11:30 a.m. | Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | Free entry | Browse offerings from local artisans amongst festive decor in the Pauley Center.
Mimosa Fest | 12-4 p.m. | Atlas 42, Glen Allen | $35+ | Expect live music, food, vendors, and plenty of mimosas — a portion of ticket sales will benefit the Veterans of Foreign Wars – Virginia.
TBT El Gallo has moved into its new space in the former Kreggers at Hand location. You can swing by for takeout and patio dining now — it has hours Mondays through Saturdays.
Coming Soon
An indoor cycling spot for kids is coming to Stony Point Fashion Park. WeeWheel will feature zones for practicing pedaling and using balance bikes, as well as offering bike rentals and classes. The 10,000-sqft space will open Dec. 1. (South Richmond News)
Closed
Regency Mall restaurant Sloop John B has closed. Owner Garland Taylor is turning the Caribbean taco spot into a second location of Twin Hickory Tavern. He’s putting $800,000 in renovations into the space as part of the rebrand. (Richmond BizSense)
Sports
Mark your calendar for Monday, Nov. 18 — that’s when individual game tickets for the Flying Squirrels’ 15th season will go on sale. Can’t wait? Season memberships and select packages are already available.
Holiday
Can you hear that jingle of bells? Can you see that line forming in Carytown? It’s almost time for holiday pop-up season. Birdie’s is getting the festivities started on Friday, Nov. 15 with its cozy ski lodge theme, the Evergreen. Sign up to get reservation info.
With 30+ immersive activities, “MathAlive!” raises the fun factor to the nth degree. This traveling exhibit is now on display at the Science Museum of Virginia and is perfect for future mathematicians ages 7-14. Snag tix.*
The Buy
The Buy
A cozy half zip fleece pullover. The trendy bestseller features sleeves with thumbholes and is available in 30+ colors.
I still can’t really believe that this Squirrels season will be the last at The Diamond. I’m intrigued to see what the team has in store for the 40th anniversary celebration nights.
