October 2008
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Visual Arts
Jennifer Young's "Landscape Paintings of the South" Exhibit and Reception
Virginia artist Jennifer Young exhibits over 20 of her recent vibrant landscape paintings of Virginia and beyond in the North Gallery of King Family Vineyards in Crozet. Exhibition runs through Dec 31, reception Nov 2, 12-3pm. King Family Vineyards, 6550 Roseland Farm, Crozet. 434-823-7800.
Pompeii and Life in a Roman Villa to be Explored in VMFA Talk
“Greek Art, Roman Context: Pompeii and Roman Villa Life” will be the topic of a talk at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Nov 6, 6:30pm. 200 N Boulevard, Richmond. 804-340-1405 for tickets.
Page Bond Gallery
“Lightly Here” is exhibited through drawings, prints and works on paper by Tonja Softic and Holly Morrison. Nov 7. The Page Bond Gallery. E-mail pagebond@mindspring.com.
Gallery5
"NOT Fit for Human Consumption," an all-ceramic sculpture exhibition, shows that Western culture is characterized by a hunger to consume everything from goods and services to natural resources. Fri, Nov 7, 7pm. Through Nov 28. Gallery5, 200 W. Marshall St. www.gallery5arts.org.
Ghostprint Gallery
Join in the celebration of this gallery’s First Anniversary with an exhibition of new photography by Richmond artist Chuck Scalin. The show is called “Fragments of Urban Reality” and displays the minute details of Paris. Nov 7-29. Ghostprint Gallery, 220 W. Broad St. www.ghostprintgallery.com.
Crossroads Art Center
Crossroads presents exhibitions of landscape painting by artist Lou Robbins and photography by Mathew Howell. Nov 21, 6-9pm. 2016 Staples Mill Rd., Richmond. 804-278-8950 or www.crossroadsartcenter.com.
Holiday Handmade Art & Craft Show
Fri, Nov 21, 5-8pm and Sat, Nov 22, 9am-3pm. Montpelier. 804-883-7378 or www.montpeliercenter.org.
Craft + Design Show
The Visual Arts Center will be hosting its 44th show. It will feature 73 of the nation’s top artists in a variety of media, including award winners and others chosen through the juried application process. Nov 21-23. The Science Museum of Virginia. 804-353-0094 www.visarts.org.
27th Annual Craft Bazaar
The Church of the Redeemer presents over 80 unique and specialty craft vendors selling handcrafted items. Included in the festivities are a Bake Sale, Cake Walk, and “Secret Santa Shop.” Nov 22, 9am-3pm. The Church of the Redeemer, Mechanicsville. 804-306-0247 or e-mail br94@comcast.net.
26th Annual Holly Days Bazaar
Artists and crafters sell many handmade items, such as jewelry, wood toys, candles, baskets, quilts, tole painted items, jams, baked goods, and handmade clothing. Sat, Nov 22 and Sun, Nov 23. Powhatan Elementary School. 804-794-3630 or www.thecompletepicture.net.
artspace Gallery @ Plant Zero
Jessica Sims presents A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That and an artist talk the last day of the exhibition. David Underwood presents Composite Photographs. Through Nov 23.
artspace @ twenty,
Biennial Members' show. This is an exhibit highlighting artspace @ Plant Zero's own artist members as we celebrate our twentieth anniversary. Two decades of artspace would not have been possible without the artist members' support and they are proud to showcase their work. Nov 28- Dec 21. Zero East 4th Street. www.artspacegallery.org.
Looking Ahead
Annual Celebration of Trees
Funds are raised by a silent auction of decorated trees or wreaths designed and created by you or your organization and donated to The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education. All proceeds from the sale of your donation benefit the charity of your choice! Dec 5, 7pm through Dec 13, 2pm. Montpelier Center for Arts and Education, 17205 Mountain Rd., Montpelier. 804-883-7378 or www.montpeliercenter.org.
“Dog Hunting Days in Virginia” Event
Free rabies shots, group seminars, and the opportunity to meet with representatives various organizations presented by Hanover’s new Bass Pro Shops with. Nov 1. www.basspro.com.
Take a Trip Around the World at the Science Museum of Virginia
The Imax movie The Great Places depicts scenes from Madagascar, the Amazon, Greenland and more. Opens Nov 1. The Science Museum of Virginia. 804-864-1400 or www.smv.org.
Gigi Amateau Book Signing
Local author Gigi Amateau will sign copies of her middle grade novel Chancey of the Maury River. Set in the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains of Virginia, Chancey is told in the literary tradition of classic horse stories. Nov 7, 2-8pm. The Sleeping Bee, 301 N. Main St., Farmville. www.gigiamateau.com.
Home for the Holidays at Wintergreen Resort
Wintergreen Resort’s snowy landscapes and picturesque Blue Ridge Mountain views provide a stunning backdrop for their inaugural Holiday Home and Wine Tour, presenting five beautifully decorated homes, including a grand finale at the nine-bedroom Blue Ridge Getaway. Interior designers and artists from the region will transform each home with holiday flair, based on creative themes indicative of the resort. Nov 8-9. Wintergreen Resort. 800-266-2444 or www.wintergreenresort.com.
Acclaimed Writers Join in Friday for the Arts! with Book Signings
Two acclaimed authors are featured during Friday for the Arts! in historic Petersburg. Nancy Carter Crump and Henry Kidd host presentations and sign books. Nov 14, 6-10pm. The Siege Museum. Anne Thomas at 804-898-0123.
Vegan Thanksgiving Potluck
Bring a vegan dish to share and the recipe. Beverage, plates and utensils provided. Thurs, Nov 27, 5pm. Friends Meeting House, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804-344-4356, Lois@vegetarianrichmond.org or www.vegetarianrichmond.org.
Midnight Opening Pajama Parties
Prime Outlets will open its doors to pajama-wearing holiday shoppers right after Thanksgiving, for the ultimate jump-start to Black Friday bargains. Nov. 28, special savings from midnight to 8am. Prime Outlets, Williamsburg. 757-565-0702 or www.primeoutlets.com.
GardenFest of Lights
Half a million lights, botanical decorations, model trains and more! This year’s theme is "Nature's Beautiful Web". Nov 28-Jan 12, 5-10pm. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. www.lewisginter.org.
Professional Development
The River City Express Network
"How to Market Your Company on the Internet" gives tips on using technology to maximize business productivity. Nov 5, 7:30am networking, 8am program. Willow Oaks Country Club. www.rivercityexpressnetwork.org.
Contracting In Virginia 101
Hosted by the Women’s Business Center, this event allows participants to learn the various types of contractor’s licenses available in the Commonwealth of Virginia, how to obtain them, and what will work best for them. Discussions regarding how to survive as a successful contractor. Nov 5, 8:30am-12:30pm. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation Conference Room, The Perimeter Center. New Visions New Ventures, 804-643-1081 or wbc@nvnv.org.
N.E.W.'s Woman 2 Woman Networking & Shopping Event
The Network of Enterprising Women presents its annual networking event with full buffet breakfast, round robin networking session and a bazaar featuring unique products and services offered by NEW members. Thurs, Nov 6, 8am-1:30pm. Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, 1700 Lakeside Ave. 804-254-3606 or 804-323-1389.
IABC Richmond hosts Networking
International Association of Business Communicators presents "Adventures in Measurement." Shonali Burke, ABC, speaks of her adventures in this emerging field, how she became a "measurement maven," and how others can tie communications efforts to measurable objectives that support organizational goals. Nov 6, 11:45am. Owens & Minor, 9120 Lockwood Blvd. Mechanicsville. Registration: Mary Ann Delano, 804-360-0936 or mad82wm@msn.com. www.iabcrichmond.com.
Central Virginia Chapter of the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants
RNs interested in the field of legal nurse consulting can hear Donna East, Nurse Practitioner, in her presentation of a case study. Mon, Nov 10, 6pm. Topeka's Steakhouse. www.cvc-aalnc.org.
Extend Your Brand Online Using New Media Technology
Alison Woo and Lena Claxton, New Media Mavens present instruction on using cutting edge applications such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Ning to harness the power of the Internet to connect with prospects & customers and raise brand visibility and profitability at the NAWBO monthly meeting. Tues, Nov 11, 8-10am. $20 members, $25 guests. Willow Oaks Country Club, 6228 Forest Hill Ave. www.nawborichmond.org.
Sustainability Summit
The Greater Richmond Technology Council, Peak 10 and TechTurn present Sustainability Summit to discuss corporate social responsibility, the importance of a company's carbon footprint, the best practices for implementing a sustainability initiative at a company, and how a sustainability program at a company adds to the bottom line. Nov 12. Jefferson Hotel. www.richtech.com.
End of the Season Cocktails and Hors-D'oeuvres
Join the EWGA Richmond for a gathering a members and guests. Nov 12. The Richmond Country Club. www.ewgarichmond.com.
Women in Technology Management Meeting
Women in Technology Management is offered to women in management levels of GRTC member companies. Genworth Financial Topic: Today's Financial Environment. If you are in management and would like to be added to the database, please e-mail your name, company, title. Nov 13, 4-6pm. Genworth Financial, 6604 W. Broad St. pgulak@gmail.com.
The Secrets Behind America's Most Successful Women Owned Companies
NAWBO’s Special Speaker Series presents Sharon Madere, Premier Pet Products, for an inside look at what has taken her from infancy to a multi-million dollar company. Thurs, Nov 20, 4:30-7pm. Wine & cheese reception. $30 members, $40 guests. Willow Oaks Country Club, 6228 Forest Hill Ave. www.nawborichmond.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 Richmond Association of Realtors, Southside, 9325 Midlothian Tpk., Suite B; 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.
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