• Fall 2025 RVA Community Planting Event

    Hull Street Branch Library 1400 Hull Street Road, Richmond, VA

    The James River Association is recruiting volunteers to assist with street tree planting efforts at Hull Street Branch Library and East End Branch Library in Richmond. Registration is required. James River Association will provide all necessary tools and instruction, but please dress to get dirty. Free lunch is also provided.Contact: Katy Riley Email: kriley@thejamesriver.org

  • Amherst County Public Libraries Meeting

    Madison Heights Public Library 200 River James Shopping Center, Madison Heights, VA

    In an effort to increase public awareness of stormwater runoff and reduce it, the James River Association is working alongside Amherst County and Amherst County Public Library to create green infrastructure sites plans for library branches in the county.  Join the Greening Amherst County Public Libraries team  to get involved!Contact: Katy Riley Email: kriley@thejamesriver.org

  • State of the James Update: Teacher Webinar Series, Elementary Teachers

    Join the State of the James team to be among the first to explore the new numbers and key conclusions from the latest edition of the State of the James report! We're kicking off our teacher-focused webinar series with a session tailored for elementary school educators. Discover the updated data on the health of the […]

  • Amherst County Public Libraries Meeting

    Amherst County Public Library 382 South Main Street, Amherst, VA, United States

    In an effort to increase public awareness of stormwater runoff and reduce it, the James River Association is working alongside Amherst County and Amherst County Public Library to create green infrastructure sites plans for library branches in the county.  Join the Greening Amherst County Public Libraries team  to get involved!Contact: Katy Riley Email: kriley@thejamesriver.org

  • State of the James Update: Teacher Webinar Series Middle School Focus

    Continue your professional development with the State of the James team as we release the latest edition of our report! This session is designed for middle school educators and will dive deep into one of the biggest challenges facing the James River: runoff pollution. The new State of the James report provides updated numbers and […]

  • State of the James Update: Teacher Webinar Series, High School Focus

    The Science and Policy of Migratory Fish Recovery Join the State of the James team for the final session in our teacher series, focusing on a critical indicator of river health: our migratory fish. This webinar is tailored for High School educators and will provide the context, data, and policy challenges surrounding species like the […]

  • Green Infrastructure Stewards Volunteer Event

    Westover Hills Branch Library 1408 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA, United States

    Green Infrastructure Stewards are volunteers who work alongside James River Association staff members to maintain stormwater best management practices, including rain gardens and conservation landscaping, installed through the Greening Richmond Public Libraries initiative. Volunteers who participate in stewardship events will have opportunities to learn about the Greening Richmond Public Libraries initiative, green infrastructure and stormwater best […]

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at East End Branch Library in Richmond

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

    Date & Time: Saturday, November 1, 2024 at 10:00amLocation: East End Branch Library, 1200 N. 25th Street, Richmond, VirginiaFee: $50.00 Join the James River Association for a rain barrel workshop at Richmond’s East End Branch Library on Saturday, November 1, at 10:00 am.  Staff members will instruct workshop participants on how to assemble and install rain barrels at […]

  • Native Plants Workshop: Go Green, Go Native! East End Branch Library

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

    Did you know that adding regionally native plants to your yard is one of the easiest ways to be a River Hero at home? Join the James River Association for a free workshop to learn how native plants: Reduce stormwater runoff leaving your property. Provide vital habitat for local wildlife and pollinators. Thrive in our […]

  • River View Yoga

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

    Join us for a slow flow yoga class with a stunning view of the James River, held inside the James A. Buzzard River Education Center building in Richmond. Led by Katie Bosch, TAOU Co-Founder, this all-levels class offers a chance to move at an easy pace, breathe deeply, and unwind. We’ll end with a sound […]