For Action, Adventure, and Discussion
Come join members for viewing antiques and collectibles. Each month members will meet and bring something to show and discuss its history and how they obtained it. There will be a monthly theme, such as toys, jewelry, art, glass, pottery, etc. Some months we will take field trips to antique malls, and perhaps have a guest appraiser speaker. Learn more about the things our parents and grandparents had in their homes and enjoy remembering items from when we were young.
Do you enjoy viewing art as well as “doing” art? Then this group is for you because we do both! We alternate between visiting local galleries and museums and learning a new artistic skill. Our “hands-on” or “doing” activities are led by artists and crafters but you do not need to be an artist to participate. We have fun, whether we are doing or viewing! And we often go out for an optional lunch afterwards.
Do you love sharing memorable books – those interesting and exciting gems you have discovered? Our group delights in choosing and discussing a variety of genres (novels, non-fiction, short stories, biographies, humor, mystery and adventure). Books are selected from group members’ suggestions and we often meet at restaurants for our discussions
Channel your inner craftiness with Busy Hands, a needlework and crafts group. We knit, crochet, quill, bead, cross-stitch, needlepoint, and any other handiwork you enjoy! Until noon, members work independently on their own projects while chatting, laughing and enjoying the company of others. Location details are posted in the Welcome Mat each month.
Day Trippers - 3rd Friday
Head out for a day of adventure meeting new people and exploring new sights. This group takes day trips to interesting, scenic, educational, and/or historical locations in and around the Richmond area. Occasionally bus trips are arranged for trips one or two hours away. We try to carpool to local sites. Details of each trip are announced in the "Welcome Mat". Carpooling and lunch options are arranged by participants. Partners and guests are welcome to join in. Fees and times vary with each trip. Reservations are made on a first paid first served basis on the website calendar event registration using credit card or check for payment.
This group is perfect for all lovers of mystery! We read mysteries - discussing and comparing titles and authors. We attend plays, mystery dinner theater, movies and local book signings.
Anything mysterious….we’re up for it!
This book discussion group is composed of women who love to read and discuss fiction, non-fiction and a classic book each year. We normally meet monthly from September to June and discuss a book that has been voted on by the members and announced in the Welcome Mat. Discussion is facilitated by one (or two) of the women who provide a biographical sketch of the author and relevant questions to enhance our appreciation of the book. After a lively discussion, sometimes we extend with lunch. Our monthly meeting place varies and includes area libraries, restaurants and members’ homes.
THINK BLUE – blue water and blue skies! Our group meets Spring through Fall, usually from 10 to 12 (with a self- pack picnic lunch to follow). When the weather and water are temperate, we paddle! Our purpose is to experience kayaking and nature throughout Central Virginia. Most importantly, we value safety on the smooth water found on lakes and rivers. We use six loaner kayaks available on a first call basis. Some locations offer rentals allowing our group to be larger for that venue. Members are often willing to ride share and fees vary by location.
Exercise is so much more fun with friends! Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and come with us! We walk and talk for 2 to 3 miles (~ 90 minutes) while we explore parks or other pleasant venues in and around Richmond. After our walk, enjoy an optional lunch at a nearby restaurant.