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  • Seasons of the James Workshop

    East End Branch Library 1200 N. 25th Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join us for a workshop at the East End Branch Library in Richmond. Join the James River Association to learn about flora and fauna found along the James River. Staff […]

  • 2025 Richmond Invasive Species Awareness Week

    This year’s Richmond Invasive Species Awareness Week (RISAW) kicks off at Pony Pasture on Sunday, February 22 and events continue through Saturday, February 28. Note that all volunteer events require advance registration through CFEngage. It will offer a variety of volunteer, educational, social, and recreational events for Richmonders to get involved in protecting our parks […]

  • Below the Surface: Invasive Catfish in the James River

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

    Invasive species threaten the James River from every angle, but some of the most significant impacts are hidden underwater. Join the James River Association and the Virginia Department of Wildlife […]

  • River Rat Training 2026

    JRA's Williamsburg Office at Neck of Land 1335 Colonial Nat'l Historical Pkwy, Williamsburg, VA

    The River Rats program engages volunteers to patrol the James and its tributaries and report their sightings to us through the RiverRat portal, only accessible to RiverRats. Whether by walking […]

  • Native Plants Workshop at Petersburg Public Library

    Petersburg Public Library 201 W. Washington Street, Petersburg, VA

    Date & Time: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: Petersburg Public Library, 201 W. Washington Street, Petersburg, Virginia Fee: Free to Residents of the City of Petersburg Join the James River Association at Petersburg Public Library on Tuesday, April 7, at 6:00 pm for a workshop about native plants. Participants will learn about the benefits of native […]

  • Seasons of the James Workshop

    East End Branch Library 1200 N. 25th Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join us for a workshop at the East End Branch Library in Richmond. Join the James River Association to learn about flora and fauna found along the James River. Staff members will highlight plants and animals visible along the James during the summer months and share an update on the river's health. Conservation tips that […]

  • Rain Barrel Workshop for Hopewell Residents

    Hopewell Community Center 100 W City Point Rd,, Hopewell, United States

    Date & Time: Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: Hopewell Community Center, 100 W City Point Rd, Hopewell, Virginia Fee: Free to Hopewell residents Join the James River Association for a rain barrel workshop at the Hopewell Community Center on Thursday, May 14, at 6:00 pm. Staff members will instruct workshop participants on how to assemble […]

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at Lower James River Center in Williamsburg

    Lower James River Center 1335 Colonial Parkway, Williamsburg, VA, United States

    Date & Time: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: Lower James River Center, 1335 Colonial Parkway, Williamsburg, Virginia Fee: $50.00 Join the James River Association for a rain barrel workshop at the Lower James River Center in Williamsburg on Wednesday, May 20, at 6:00 pm. Staff members will instruct workshop participants on how to assemble and install […]

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at Blue Mountain Barrel House in Nelson County

    Blue Mountain Barrel House 495 Cooperative Way, Arrington, United States

    Date & Time: Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: Blue Mountain Barrel House, 495 Cooperative Way, Arrington, Virginia Fee: $50.00 Join the James River Association, the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission, and the Thomas Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District for a rain barrel workshop at the Blue Mountain Barrel House on Thursday, May 21, at […]