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  • James River Association’s EcoFest

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

    James River EcoFest is back for 2026! Join us for a day of community, learning, and celebration along the waterfront as we bring together hands-on workshops, river adventures, and local […]

  • Tree Giveaway

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

    Join us during the Third Annual James River EcoFest for a native tree giveaway. Attendees can select a regionally native tree species for their yard and receive guidance on proper […]

  • Tree Walk

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

    Join a James River Association staff member for a guided walk through the grounds of the James A. Buzzard River Education Center, nearby Great Shiplock Park, and Chapel Island while learning about the benefits of trees. This program is part of the Third Annual James River EcoFest and James River Week. Registration is requested.

    Free

  • Rain Barrel Workshop

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

    Learn how to assemble and install a rain barrel at home during this hands-on workshop at the Third Annual James River EcoFest. The registration fee is $50 and includes a 55-gallon drum and DIY rain barrel installation kit. Registration is required. This program is part of James River Week.

    $50

  • Composting Workshop

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

    Learn about the benefits of composting, how to start composting at home, and local composting programs available in the Richmond region. This workshop is part of the Third Annual James River EcoFest and James River Week. Registration is requested.

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at East End Branch Library in Richmond

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

    Date & Time: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 12:00 pm Location: East End Branch Library, 1200 N. 25th Street, Richmond, VA Fee: $50.00 Join the James River Association for a […]

    $50

  • James River Week: Wildlife Photographer Bill Draper

    Gayton Branch Library 10600 Gayton Rd, Richmond, VA, United States

    Explore the work of celebrated outdoor photographer Bill Draper, widely admired for his images of the landscapes and wildlife of the James River Park System. This James River Week program is presented in partnership with Keep Henrico Beautiful. For more information, contact Kimberly Bridges, Adult Services Programming Librarian, at Kbridges@henricolibrary.org or (804) 501-1929. Photo courtesy […]

  • James River Week at Maymont

    Maymont Foundation The Robins Nature Center 2201 Shields Lake Dr, Richmond, VA 23220, Richmond, VA, United States

    Celebrate James River Week with a visit to Maymont! Explore the newly remodeled Virginia Wildlife Trail, Farm, Historic Gardens and Estate, and grounds, and take part in special activities during the week. 9/16/2026 Toddler Time @ 10:00 AM 9/16/2026 Historic Estate Tour @ 11:00 AM 9/19/2026 Project Feederwatch Volunteer Training @ 10:00 AM Maymont is […]

  • Invasive Species Removal at Chapel Island

    Great Shiplock Park 2803 Dock St, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join the James River Park System Invasive Species Task Force in our ongoing habitat restoration project at Chapel Island. Meet in the parking lot at Great Shiplock Park at Dock […]

  • Vendors set up at the PawPaw Festival

    Pawpaw Festival at Powhatan State Park

    Celebrate one of Virginia's favorite native fruits at the Pawpaw Festival at Powhatan State Park! The festival will showcase local vendors offering delicious food, refreshing brews, unique crafts and adorable critters. Attendees can enjoy acoustic music performances, ranger-led programs and animal encounters throughout the day. Special event parking/admission will be $20 per vehicle, while annual […]

    $20

  • Currents of History: Tim Roberts

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

    Anthropologist and archaeologist Tim Roberts will present findings from site-specific research on the Dock Street location of the James River Association's James A. Buzzard River Education Center. The site was […]

    $40

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at North Park Library in Henrico County

    North Park Library 8508 Franconia Road, Richmond, VA, United States

    Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: North Park Library, 8508 Franconia Road, Richmond, VA Fee: $50.00 Join the James River Association for a rain barrel […]