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X-WR-CALNAME:Richmond · education · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Botanical Drawing I DTSTART:20260903T140000Z DTEND:20261001T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T182743Z UID:10011706-1788429600-1790868600@www.lewisginter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to provide foundational drawing skills and inspire a sense of wonder and connection to the natural world. Any age can learn to draw: marks on paper are all a drawing is\, and marks can be made on paper by anyone. Despite this\, not everyone takes the time to le arn how to draw. After all\, it isn’t easy to develop drawing skills wit hout dedicated time. \nThis class provides the time\, motivation and inspi ration for you to draw. You’ll learn to think like an artist\, get curio us\, ask questions\, and play — all while learning how to draw. We start with an overview of botanical art and learn about the benefits drawing pr ovides for the brain and our physiology. Drawing habits and dealing with t he inner critic are also discussed. \nUsing pencil marks on paper\, partic ipants explore sketchbook work\, basic line qualities\, light on forms\, a nd transforming reality into three-dimensional illusions. Sketching\, cont our drawing\, negative space\, and measured drawing are also covered. Expe rimentation\, questions\, and observations are encouraged in a relaxed and inspiring environment. \nThis is a beginner’s class. All are welcome to enroll. See class supply list below. \n\nFees: Member $274\, Non-Member $ 342 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our web site is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden f or all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportuniti es that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learni ng opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help. LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T182743Z URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/introduction-to-botanical-drawing-i- 3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/learn/adult-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011864-1789603200-1789689599@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_c ampaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Botanical Whimsy DTSTART:20260917T140000Z DTEND:20260917T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T062309Z UID:10011898-1789639200-1789646400@www.lewisginter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Embrace the beauty of nature’s untamed elegance in Fall Bota nical Whimsy\, a floral design course dedicated to creating loose\, organi c\, and garden-inspired arrangements. This class will explore techniques f or designing with movement\, texture\, and open air\, while celebrating th e charm of locally sourced blooms and foliage. Students will learn how to work with seasonal materials\, create naturalistic compositions\, and deve lop their own artistic style. Perfect for flower lovers of all skill level s. Instructor Kate Hugo Vernon. \n\nFees: Member $77\, Non-Member $96 \nAl l programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all a nd we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning oppor tunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 80 4-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help. LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T062309Z URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/fall-botanical-whimsy/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/learn/adult-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beginner Mahjong Lessons DTSTART:20260917T140000Z DTEND:20260917T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T144112Z UID:30005778-1789639200-1789646400@rrcb.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Time & Location: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the Youth Area\nBegi nner Mahjong Lessons for RRCB Members\nSign Up Here \nThree classes that w ill teach you the basics of Mahjong. Classes taught by an expert teacher. By signing up you are agreeing to three classes on September 17\, Septembe r 24\, and October 8. Cost is $75 (the church is graciously paying the oth er $75 for church members). \nClass Size is limited to 8. If we have inter est\, we will offer another round of beginner classes. \nThe only way to r eserve your spot is to sign up. Thank you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T144112Z LOCATION:Youth Area URL:https://rrcb.org/event/beginner-mahjong-lessons-september-2026/2026-09 -17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:River Road Church\, Baptist X-SOURCE-URL:https://rrcb.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Process Art Adventures - Downtown DTSTART:20260917T191500Z DTEND:20260917T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011436-1789658100-1789661700@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills\, this weekly series of art-ma king sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning thr ough artistic play. \nFree with museum admission! \n\nChesterfield: Every Tuesday from 3:15 – 4:15pm\nDowntown: Every Thursday from 3:15 – 4:15p m LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/process-art-adventure s-downtown/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign =richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art by the Cover (3rd-5th) DTSTART:20260917T194500Z DTEND:20260917T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T004733Z UID:6ih3su94r1oghc99flt1a42a7n@google.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Creativity is CaptialStudents will design a person alized book cover and create a one of a kind pop up book based on who they are. A creative self-portrait and story that celebrates their identity\, imagination and uniqueness LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T004733Z LOCATION:RT 2900 Building X-SOURCE-NAME:Robinson Theater Community Arts Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.robinsontheater.org/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lecture - Nary a Horse Left Standing DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T000306Z UID:10030064-1789664400-1789668000@www.styleweekly.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:The University of Richmond’s Humanities Center and Departmen t of Psychology present a lecture titled “Nary a Horse Left Standing” by Dr. Lee Dugatkin. This event will be held in the Brown Alley Room at th e University. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T000306Z LOCATION:Brown Alley\, University of Richmond\, 410 Westhampton Way\, Rich mond\, VA\, 23173\, United States URL:https://www.styleweekly.com/event/lecture-nary-a-horse-left-standing/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Style Weekly X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.styleweekly.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Land Lovers Series: Fundamentals of Fungi DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T190941Z UID:10060625-1789729200-1789732800@henrico.gov CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Fungi play a critical role in breaking down the nutrients that enhance soil and plant growth. Meet Master Naturalist and mycology-specia list Drew Fridley to discuss the importance of fungi\, including mushrooms \, in shaping our ecosystems. The presentation will be followed with Q&A. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T190941Z LOCATION:Fairfield Area Library\, 1401 N. Laburnum Avenue\, 23223\, United States URL:https://henrico.gov/calendar/land-lovers-series-fundamentals-of-fungi/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Recreation and Parks Events » Henrico County\, Virginia X-SOURCE-URL:https://henrico.gov/organizer/recreation-parks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Project FeederWatch Training DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260920T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T181227Z UID:10000957-1789812000-1789860600@maymont.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify common winter birds found in the Richmon d area\, discover which seeds and feeders attract different species\, and explore the tools that make bird identification easier. LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T181227Z URL:https://maymont.org/calendar/project-feederwatch-training/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Maymont X-SOURCE-URL:https://maymont.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Midlothian Kids' Workshop: Mummy Candle Craft DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T003527Z UID:25008-1789812000-1789815600@www.crosscreeknursery.com CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Wrap up a spooky good time with this mummy candle craft! Kids will decorate a jar with gauze\, googly eyes\, and a few fun extras to mak e their own not so scary mummy. A great addition to any Halloween decor. \ n📅: Saturday\, September 19th at 10AM at our Midlothian Nursery \n  \n   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n R egister to attend:\nOnline registration has closed for this workshop\, but you are welcome to come by and sign up in person if spots are still avail able. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003527Z LOCATION:Cross Creek – Midlothian\, 501 Courthouse Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23236\, United States URL:https://www.crosscreeknursery.com/event/midlothian-kids-workshop-mummy -candle-craft/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmon d-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Cross Creek Nursery and Landscape X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.crosscreeknursery.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Planting for Pollinators DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T182225Z UID:10011540-1789909200-1789916400@www.lewisginter.org CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:In the fall\, our pollinator friends are busy at work! Join en tomologist and Butterflies Bloom Manager Clara Aus as she navigates how to best support the local Virginia wildlife with your fall plantings. You’ ll learn pollinator flower preferences\, fall-blooming keystone species\, host plants\, fall planting techniques\, and how to create a fall garden t hat is attractive to both people and pollinators. Take home a fall-bloomin g native plant and a variety of native seeds\, as well as handouts on gard ening\, pollinators\, host plants\, and more. All materials will be provid ed. Complete with a walk around the Garden to see the pollinators in actio n\, this class is sure to be educational and fun! \nFees: Member $52\, Non -Member $65 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opp ortunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adul t learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginte r.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T182225Z URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/fall-planting-for-pollinators-2/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/learn/adult-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Prepping Your Fall and Winter Vegetable Garden DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T182225Z UID:10012754-1789909200-1789916400@www.lewisginter.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Want a winter harvest in your vegetable garden? You don’t ne ed a heated greenhouse to have fresh vegetables during the cold months. Bu t if you want tasty\, fresh greens in January\, the time to start those pl ants is now! Learn what to grow\, when to start it\, and how best to prote ct your veggies from the freeze. We’ll take a look at season extension t echniques and tools and get some hands-on installation experience. Partici pants get a starter pack of winter plants with instructions. \nFees: Membe r $38\, Non-Member $48 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registrat ion through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden striv es to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult l earning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. I f you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar @lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effor t to help. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T182225Z URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/prep-fall-winter-vegetable-garden/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/learn/adult-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afternoon Study DTSTART:20260921T160000Z DTEND:20260921T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T151747Z UID:63s6if346rqpb46ba81oni7p59@google.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/unu-ikke-yrt\n\ nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/92827 20 LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T151747Z LOCATION:Fellowship Hall X-SOURCE-NAME:Tikvat Israel Messianic Synagogue X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tikvatisrael.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:District 29 New GSR Workshop DTSTART:20260921T220000Z DTEND:20260921T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T045638Z UID:10000589-1790013600-1790017200@aarichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Workshop for New GSRs. Come learn all about being a GSR\, one of the most important jobs in AA. Free Pizza! Location: Celebration Center \, 879 Research Road\, North Chesterfield VA 23236 LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T045638Z LOCATION:Celebration Center\, 879 Research Road\, North Chesterfield\, VA\ , 23236 URL:https://aarichmond.org/event/district-29-new-gsr-workshop-2/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Alcoholics Anonymous X-SOURCE-URL:https://aarichmond.org/meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011865-1790035200-1790121599@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-22/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_c ampaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Man Behind the Cane with Paul Quigley DTSTART:20260922T220000Z DTEND:20260922T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T063335Z UID:10001274-1790100000-1790103600@acwm.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join Paul Quigley to discover what prompted Preston Brooks’ attack on Charles Sumner and how it deepened the nation’s division over slavery. \n\n\n\nIn 1856\, South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks can ed Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner on the floor of the U.S. Capitol. The attack\, which left Sumner unconscious\, increased tensions across the nation and pushed the country closer to civil war. Join Paul Quigley as h e explores what motivated Brooks’ actions and what it meant for an incre asingly polarized nation. \n\n\n\nPaul Quigley is the James I. Robertson\ , Jr. Associate Professor of Civil War History in the History Department a t Virginia Tech\, where he also serves as Director of the Virginia Center for Civil War Studies and Director of the Center for Humanities. Quigley i s the author of the prize-winning book Shifting Grounds: Nationalism and the American South\, 1848-65\, and has edited works in publications rangin g from the Journal of the Civil War Era to the New York Times and the  Washington Post. \n\n\n\nMembers Reception at 5pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T063335Z URL:https://acwm.org/event/the-man-behind-the-cane-with-paul-quigley-2/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:American Civil War Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://acwm.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Intro Hebrew for Adults Class (Registration Required) DTSTART:20260922T233000Z DTEND:20260923T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T151747Z UID:22g5trrf76d854f9as27nj2i25@google.com CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T151747Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Tikvat Israel Messianic Synagogue X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tikvatisrael.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011866-1790121600-1790207999@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_c ampaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beginner Koryu Ikebana DTSTART:20260923T140000Z DTEND:20260923T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T062622Z UID:10012757-1790157600-1790164800@www.lewisginter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging in which seasonal flowers\, branches\, and grasses are thoughtfully arranged in vases using established techniques and artistic principles. More than simply creating beautiful displays\, ikebana expresses the harmony between nature and humanity. A key feature of its design is the use of three main branches\, which form the foundation of each arrangement and symbolize ba lance and connection. \nIn this class\, students will learn the fundamenta ls of free style ikebana through the Koryu School\, a distinguished tradit ion with more than 250 years of history in Japan. Participants will explor e basic techniques\, design principles\, and the aesthetic philosophy of i kebana while creating their own unique arrangements. \n\nFees: Member $55\ , Non-Member $69 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration th rough our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learnin g opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewis ginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to h elp. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T062622Z URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/koryu-ikebana/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/learn/adult-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) DTSTART:20260923T220000Z DTEND:20260924T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180714Z UID:10000072-1790186400-1790197200@richmondspca.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Whether you're new to Trap-Neuter-Return or have years of expe rience\, this workshop is designed to help you improve your skills\, acces s valuable information and resources\, and increase your success trapping community cats. \nLearn the essential techniques\, safety practices\, and planning considerations needed to successfully trap\, transport\, and care for outdoor community cats through the TNR process. \nWorkshop Highlights : \n\n\nHands-On Training: Demonstrations of a wide variety of humane tr aps and proper trapping techniques.\nSite Planning & Preparation:   Gain practical advice and resources to help you solve common trapping challeng es and improve your success rate\, including equipment checklists\, site p reparation guides\, and tips for dealing with neighbor or neighborhood r esistance.\nField Tactics: Topics covered include how to scout locations\ , develop trapping schedules\, safely handle and transport cats\, and plan for contingencies.\nLearn from Experienced Trappers: Gain practical advi ce to help you solve a variety of trapping challenges and improve your suc cess rate.\n\n\nWhether you're trapping your first cat or managing large c olonies\, you'll leave with the knowledge\, confidence\, and resources to make your TNR efforts safer\, more effective\, and more successful. Attend ees will receive a digital certificate of completion. The workshop is 2 ho urs followed by 15 minutes of Q&A. The workshop is free\, but registration is required.  A pizza supper is included. \nInstructors: Peggy Lynch  and Jen Simunek are with SOS Cats RVA. They bring 30-plus years of collect ive TNR experience to this workshop instruction.  SOS Cats RVA is an all- volunteer trap\, neuter\, and return organization whose mission is to buil d a more humane community that embraces compassionate approaches to reduci ng feline overpopulation\, homelessness\, and needless suffering. In 2025\ , SOS Cats RVA facilitated TNR for over 400 community cats. \nREGISTER NOW ! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180714Z LOCATION:Richmond SPCA Auditorium\, 2519 Hermitage Road\, Richmond\, 23220 \, United States URL:https://richmondspca.org/upcoming-events/introduction-to-trap-neuter-v accinate-return-tnvr-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Richmond SPCA X-SOURCE-URL:https://richmondspca.org/upcoming-events/barkitecture END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR