Take a guided tour of the historic house museum and gardens focusing on life in a 16th century manor. Then stay for a garden distilling demonstration. This tour is offered twice; please register for only one. Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Friday, June 26, Agecroft Hall (8 seats (16%) remaining)
Friday, Aug 21, Agecroft Hall

This guided tour will include early foundational pieces through to recent acquisitions, all supporting the museum's mission to 'collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret art, to encourage the study of the arts, and thus to enrich the lives of all.' Stay afterward to socialize in the Best Cafe.

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Wednesday, July 22, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts ( No seats currently available )

Learn how to let go of excess and hold onto what's meaningful through a thoughtful, organized, and stress-reducing downsizing process.

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Thursday, June 11, JPSN, Room 118

Enjoy a Curator-led tour the Maymont Mansion. This in depth tour will explore the history of Maymont, the Dooleys, and the Gilded Age. This tour is offered twice; please register for only one. Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Friday, July 17, Maymont Mansion ( No seats currently available )
Friday, July 24, Maymont Mansion ( No seats currently available )

Discover the art of growing breathtaking organic dahlias in this hands-on workshop. We'll explore soil preparation, planting techniques, feeding schedules, harvesting for long vase life, and how to properly lift, divide, and store tubers for years of continued growth. Perfect for gardeners of all experience levels, this class includes a live demonstration and Q&A session.

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Wednesday, June 17, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156

Learn how to create a thriving, resilient garden that works with nature rather than against it. In this workshop, we'll explore how to design gardens that support pollinators, beneficial insects, birds, and soil life while still producing beautiful, abundant plantings. We'll cover companion planting, habitat layering, soil stewardship, water-wise practices, and how to encourage natural balance so your garden becomes healthier and more self-sustaining over time. Ideal for gardeners of all experience levels.

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Wednesday, June 3, JPSN, Room 118

Book a guided tour of the world's finest collection of Edgar Allan Poe's artifacts and personal items. Learn about Poe's tragic life and how it influenced his famous tales of terror. Leave with a greater understanding of the Master of the Macabre and his literary legacy. Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Friday, July 24, The Poe Museum

If you want to make a difference in the Richmond and surrounding areas AND in someone's life, come hear about Impact 100. This course will show how a volunteer-led, women-driven organization can help make a difference by providing funds to local non-profits.

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Tuesday, June 9, Special Programs Building, Room 160

This lecture covers herbaceous perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees that will enhance your property throughout the year, with emphasis on native species.

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Thursday, July 23, TBD - UR Campus

Learn how to grow fresh, nutrient-dense microgreens right at home in this hands-on workshop. We'll cover seed selection, growing mediums, lighting, watering, harvest timing, and how to prevent common issues like mold or legginess. You'll also learn how to maximize flavor, nutrition, and yield. Perfect for beginners and experienced growers alike.

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Wednesday, June 10, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 ( No seats currently available )

Senior Living options are numerous. Let's examine options for healthcare services and senior living in the Richmond area, reviewing types of services available at different healthcare and senior living communities. We will then connect this information to insurance and payment options. By the end of the course attendees will have a better understanding of the options that are available as well as be prepared with questions to ask providers as they navigate the healthcare continuum.

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Tuesday, Aug 25, TBD - UR Campus

A majority of seniors wish to age in place in their homes. This short course will review a variety of strategies and modifications to help seniors stay safe and independent in their homes as long as possible. From very simple, low-cost options to more extensive and expensive options, this course will have a little something for everyone!

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Tues, Aug 18, TBD - UR Campus

Do you want to learn ways that you can take care of your family treasures? Join this conservator whose 29-year career has involved taking care of decorative arts, cultural heritage, and archaeological artifacts. She will use her wealth of experience to teach you some basic ways that you can care for your own treasures at home and give you advice on how to find the right archival materials and information for your family treasures.

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Thurs, Aug 20, TBD - UR Campus

We'll help you understand long term care as well as the options available to pay for care. What is the most tax-efficient way, based on an individual's circumstances, to pay for long term care? There is no one-size-fits-all solution.

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Wednesday, June 24, Special Programs Building, Room 160