• 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 […]

  • Fall 2025 RVA Community Planting Event

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

    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

  • Fall 2025 RVA Community Planting

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

    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

  • Green Infrastructure Stewards Volunteer Event

    Broad Rock Branch Library 4820 Old Warwick Rd, 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Author Talk: Gregory Wilson on the Kepone Disaster Legacy

    Library of Virginia 800 E Broad Street, Richmond, United States

    December 1975 marked a dark turning point for our waterways when the James River was closed due to Kepone pesticide contamination. Five decades later, how has the river recovered, and what lessons remain? Join us for a free talk by Gregory Wilson, Distinguished Professor of History at the University of Akron, as he discusses his book, […]