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  • Seafood on the James

    We’re so excited to announce our incredible restaurant partners for Seafood for the James! This week-long event is a celebration of our river, bringing together local restaurants to support the […]

  • James River Regional Cleanup

    Join the James River Advisory Council in cleaning up the James River and its shorelines! The cleanup is a cooperative, regional event spanning more than 75 miles of the James River at 13 sites. Walkers, powerboats, paddle craft, and hikers are all invited to participate!

  • Richmond E-Cycle Day: More than Electronics!

    Parker Field Annex Recycling Center 1710 Robin Hood Rd, Richmond, VA, United States

    Keep Richmond clean and green! Join the Department of Public Works, Clean City Commission, and Department of Public Utilities for Richmond E-Cycle Day – More than Electronics! on Saturday, September […]

  • Free RVA Paddlesports Paddle Your Park event

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join RVA Paddlesports as they offer a variety of free paddling experiences appropriate for all ages and skill levels, to increase diversity in the sport, and to promote inclusivity in […]

  • Free Guided Paddle Trip

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join the James River Association for a guided tour of Richmond’s riverfront by canoe! Participants will learn about the natural and historic resources of Richmond’s riverfront and the James River.  […]

  • James River Association’s EcoFest

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    James River Eco Fest is back for 2025! Join us for a day of environmental celebration and education. Enjoy free paddle tours, explore educational booths from partner organizations and environmentally […]

  • Downtown Hopewell

    The Rivers & Roads Festival is a family friendly festival with a fly-fishing workshop, a giant kiddie kayaking pool, river-themed face painting, art projects courtesy of Lamb Art, an inflatable […]

  • Litter Cleanup at Three Lakes Park

    Three Lakes Park 400 Sausiluta Driver, Richmond, VA

    Join us for a litter cleanup at Three Lakes Nature Center on Sunday, September 17th. Meet on the Nature Center deck where we will provide a safety orientation, gloves, litter […]

  • Build a Batteau

    James River State Park 104 Green Hill Drive, Gladstone, VA, United States

    Join "Wandering the Wetlands," a guided exploration of the expansive wetlands at James River State Park. Discover and identify the unique plants and animals that call this habitat home. The one-mile, level-terrain hike is suitable for all ages, and comfortable shoes are recommended. Don't forget your camera or binoculars to get a better look at […]

  • Chesterfield Public Library: Pre-K Story Time: Ettrick-Matoaca Library

    Ettrick-Matoaca Library 4501 River Road, South Chesterfield, Virginia, United States

    This week’s Chesterfield Public Library Pre-K Story Time focuses on rivers, lakes and other bodies of water in celebration of James River Week. Hear stories, sing songs and make a craft. Registration required. Free