Ever wonder who stays awake while you sleep? Meet some of Maymont's nighttime residents and learn about their nocturnal adaptations through experiments, games, and a hike of the grounds! Owls, bats, frogs and many other creatures of the dark will help shed some light onto their mysterious ways. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. The terrain includes hills and flat areas.

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Friday, Oct 3, Maymont

Wine comes in all price ranges, from $6.99 grocery store specials to rare vintage French Bordeauxs for thousands a bottle. Join us to explore six wines in the higher range, averaging ~$100 per bottle. Enjoy this rare opportunity to sample, taste, and learn about wines not often opened. Light fare provided to compliment the wine tasting. Class may run over/under the allotted time.

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Thursday 9/18, The Kitchen Classroom

The Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG) has created the remarkably successful Dance for PD® Program. This innovative program was born from the idea that people with Parkinson's could benefit from the insight and specific techniques used by dancers to guide their own bodies and minds. This special two-part class will include an introductory lecture by the Dance for PD® Program Director and a live "movement" section led by an MMDG Teaching Artist for students to experience this unique program.

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Every day, starting on 09/19/25 and ending on 09/19/25, RB, Richmond Ballet

Explore Greek flavors that are less common but just as delicious. Greek meatballs with tomato sauce (soutzoukakia) are both comforting and intriguing with familiar and new flavors. Feta and Green Bean salad is perfect for your picnic and adaptable to a variety of vegetables, and Semolina and Pistachio cake is sure to become a new favorite. Class may run over/under the allotted time.

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Thursday, Sept 25, Kitchen Classroom

What's new, what areas are up and coming, and where are things going? Sample eight wines from around the country, with snacks and nibbles provided for you to enjoy while sampling and learning. Class may run over/under the allotted time.

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Thursday, Oct 9, Kitchen Classroom

Enjoy fall flavors and classic French techniques: Pan Seared Pork Tenderloin with Herb & Coarse Mustard Pan Sauce, Cauliflower Gratin, Haricot Vert with Wine and Shallots, and Pear Tarte Tatin. Class may run over/under the allotted time.

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Thursday, Oct 23, Kitchen Classroom

Discover some classic and modern holiday flavors for a smaller crowd: Brined and Roasted Turkey Breast, Scratch Green Bean Casserole, Cheesy Chive Mashed Potatoes, Sourdough Stuffing and Gravy, and Pumpkin Pecan Pie. Class may run over/under the allotted time. Fees are non-refundable unless we are able to fill your vacated slot.

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Thursday, 11/13, Kitchen Classroom

Want to experience art in a contemplative, meaningful way? Join us at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts for an hourlong session of 'slow looking,' a mindful approach to engaging with art. Together, we'll explore two works from the museum's permanent collection, allowing for a personal and immersive experience. There could be long periods of standing.

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Friday 9/12, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

FIELD TRIP This exhibition features artwork and artifacts that portray the spirit of Virginia: its past, its present, its landscape, and its people. The Art Experience at the Executive Mansion highlights works from a mix of genres and mediums with particular focus on Virginia artists and themes. It is a living display which will evolve and change over time as additional works of art become available and as different parts of the Virginia story become the focus. NOTE: This is a tour that will likely require long periods of standing. We cannot guarantee there will be seats available.

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Tuesday, 9/09, Virginia Executive Mansion

This docent-led tour will view Un/Bound, an exhibit that explores the lives of free Black Virginians from the arrival of the first captive Africans in 1619 to the abolition of slavery in 1865. Through powerful objects and first-person accounts, visitors will discover how Virginia's people of color achieved their freedom, established communities, and persevered within a legal system that recognized them as free but not equal.

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Thursday 9/4, Virginia Museum of History and Culture
Thursday, 12/11, Virginia Museum of History and Culture

Join us for a new two-part class at VMFA. The first part will trace VMFA history with a focus on growth and development of a world-class American Art collection. The second part is a 'wildcard' to be identified close to the class date. We assure you that both parts will be special experiences for those who attend. There will be an opportunity to meet afterward at VMFA's Best Cafe for further discussion and socializing.

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Thursday, Oct 2, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

More than 1,200 Virginia veterans are still missing in action (MIA). This Virginia War Memorial exhibit will feature photos, letters, and other materials related to those Virginians still MIA. Additionally, the exhibit will explore the scientific process behind searching for and recovering the remains of those individuals by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA).

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Every day, starting on 09/26/25 and ending on 09/26/25, Virginia War Memorial

With the holidays coming, there's no better time to sample six cheeses paired with six wines and find your favorites to share on your holiday table! Class may run over/under the allotted time.

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Thursday, 11/6, Kitchen Classroom