The Richmond Ballet's popular Studio Series changes venues in the 2024-25 season by moving performances to the VMFA's Leslie Cheek Theater. Redeem your voucher for two tickets to the Studio Series' March 2025 production. Treat yourself to a preshow dinner for two at Belmont Food Shop.

A family-owned business, McKinnon and Harris has been handcrafting bespoke aluminum furniture for estates, gardens, and yachts in Richmond since 1991. Today, McKinnon and Harris sets the standard for outdoor home furnishings, with the mission to elevate and inspire designers and homeowners through art, design, and craftsmanship. Join us for an exclusive workshop tour for up to eight guests, where you'll witness furniture-making firsthand, explore our antiquity collection, and meet the talented craftspeople behind the work. After your tour, enjoy a drink and a bite to eat at Pinky's in neighboring Scott's Addition.

Explore your appreciation of fiber arts with a custom upcycled garment made by Shelly Shepherd Master Teacher award winner, Lauri Jenkins. Work with Lauri on a design for a shirt or pants that combines 2 different fabrics or materials for which you have a sentimental attachment to create a brand new wearable work of art. Take a private class with Keri Gray to design and make a patchwork linen pillow. Use your VisArts gift certificate to take a class with one of our amazing fiber instructors to create more one-of-a-kind pieces for yourself or your home.

Host your next birthday at VisArts! Parties include an artist-led project of your choosing with options in many disciplines: clay, fiber, letterpress, printmaking, glass, metals, jewelry, photography and more! VisArts parties can accommodate up to 12 guests ages five and above. Pick up a cake from nearby Shyndigz to complete the party!

Escape to the Outer Banks for a week-long October vacation in Corolla! This 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom home boasts beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby Currituck Lighthouse. Spend your day at the beach (with access less than 500 yards from the house) then relax at night by enjoying the property's pool and hot tub. Cooking for family or friends is easy in the home's big kitchen and meals can be eaten inside or out on the top floor deck with views of the sunset.

Golf lovers will flip for this great package that includes four rounds of golf plus cart rental at Brookwoods Golf Club. Want to get some practice in before you hit the links? Enjoy a gift certificate to Top Golf where you can work on your driving and form any time during the year.

Attention Richmond history lovers! We know the perfect way for you to spend a day! Enjoy a private tour of The Valentine Museum, our city's greatest resource and home for Richmond's most epic stories. Bill Martin, the museum's director and Richmond's greatest tour guide, will walk you through The Valentine's facilities at the museum's downtown campus. This will include visits to current exhibitions in multiple gallery spaces, the historic Wickham House, the newly reimagined Valentine Studio (with an exciting and ambitious exhibition design!) and their gorgeous courtyard garden. You and your friends will be treated to an afternoon of history, stories, and Richmond treasures. Lunch will be provided for up to 8 guests.

Join photographer, Wendy Humble at her home for a discussion and walking tour inspired by her book, Monument. Wendy's photo-journalistic documentation of her experience during the summer of 2020 and the events that transpired just outside her front door is a powerful and inspiring reminder of the ways in which a community can effect profound change. This event can accommodate up to 6 guests, Light refreshments will be provided.

Create your own one-of-a-kind stationery with Richmond printmaker and VisArts teacher, Heidi Reszies. Use the facilities in the letterpress studio at VisArts to select your favorite typeface, graphic elements, and complete your design with Heidi.

Richmond's thriving local theaters have so much to offer throughout the year. From musicals and classical plays to contemporary award-winners and world premieres, there is always something great to see in town. This huge package offers two tickets each to Virginia Rep's summer production of 9 to 5 and Cadence Theatre Company's fall production of True West. Redeem vouchers to enjoy any two offerings from the Modlin Center for the Arts' 2024-25 season. Season subscriptions for two from Richmond Shakespeare, Firehouse Theatre, and Yes And! Theatrical Company are also included. Your Firehouse membership offers access to all programming in the space including performances from resident dance and theater companies, comedy troupes, and burlesque acts. A bonus from Yes And! includes VIP treatment at one of their Ghost Light After Party events at Chez Foushee. Enjoy a complimentary bottle of champagne and make up to three special song requests at this late night piano bar experience!

Take care of your mind, body, and soul with offerings from this amazing package. Explore the principles of Ayurveda with Charlotte Oddi and apply them to your own wellness principles. Continue your self-care journey with a human design + astrology reading from Kathy Hendrick. Improve your strength with eight yoga, reformer or mat Pilates classes at Niche Pilates Studio then treat yourself to one of the many products or services offered by Boketto Wellness including acupuncture, skincare treatments, waxing, massage, sound therapy, and more. Since no self-care routine is complete without good quality sleep, we're adding a silk charmeuse eye mask from local maker, Leizu.

Escape to Old Orchard Beach, Maine for a memorable week in this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom beachfront condo. With 7 miles of beach to enjoy, a picturesque pier lined with souvenir shops, and the historic beachfront Palace Playland, this is a perfect destination for families. Additional amenities include a heated outdoor pool, parking, beach chairs and umbrellas, and plenty of games and puzzles for any rainy days. Old Orchard Beach is just 90 minutes north of Boston and 20 minutes south of Portland, Maine. Book your trip Friday to Friday for any week in 2025 (excluding 6/22-8/22/25). Final plans must be made before 1/31/25.

Enhance your appreciation of a good cocktail with some of the best in the biz. Let Beth Dixon walk you through some mixology basics with a private lesson to craft the perfect cocktail. Take that inspiration to the next level by creating and naming a cocktail with the bar staff at Heritage. Your signature cocktail will be featured on their menu all summer long. Use the Heritage gift card to treat your friends to an amazing meal and enjoy a round of the cocktails you crafted.

Invite your favorite book and history lovers to join you for a tour of the Library of Virginia, the region's primary resource for Virginia's diverse stories of history, culture, and government. This tour also includes a VIP showing of the Library of Virginia's Special Collections. Lunch will be provided by Can Can Cafe for up to 8 guests.

Enjoy the variety of programs presented by the Richmond Symphony by composing your own subscription for two during the 2024-25 season. Choose 3+ concerts from the Symphony Series, Pops, and Metro concerts and enjoy discounts on additional tickets. Make a date of it by enjoying dinner beforehand courtesy of Azzuro.

This package offers everything you'll need for a Date Night you won't forget! Set the mood with flowers and candles from Strawberry Fields. Complete your date night outfit with an 18" paperclip necklace in yellow gold from Carreras Jewelers. Enjoy an amazing dinner at Stella's followed by some fun at River City Roll. Finish the night with a glass of wine at home courtesy of Barrel Thief and make a plan to have your photos taken at Forest Hill Park in a private session with photographer, Preston Slaughter. This 30-minute session can be used for individuals, couples, families, pets or given as a gift.

Do you love finding that one-of-a-kind treasure? Get some tips from an expert with a talk led by vintage buyer, Alex Mitchell. Alex will help you discover what to look for and how to maximize the value of your future vintage finds. Enjoy some refreshments with Alex and up to 8 friends at VisArts' Allen House then head out to your favorite vintage shops to put your new skills to the test!

Richmond really lives up to its "River City" moniker by offering great outdoor activities all year long. From hiking and kayaking to rock climbing and biking, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Get yourself ready for an adventure on the James River with private instruction from Waterfront RVA. This can be used for one-on-one whitewater instruction, two hours of flat paddling instruction for two, or a group of four can get a one-hour lesson in flat paddling. This package is rounded out with a year-long membership to Southampton Recreation Club to help you stay active outside with access to their pool, tennis, and ice skating facilities plus a voucher from Kul Wheels, a favorite outpost for e-bike rentals and tours.

Get the true VIP treatment at Craft + Design this November. Weekend passes for six offer access to all event programming throughout the weekend including Patrons' Preview and Rise + Shine. You'll also be able to enjoy our VIP lounge where you can grab complimentary cocktails and small bites and store purchases while you enjoy all the show has to offer. Meet a handful of our favorite artists during a bonus "backstage tour" of the event led by Jordan Brown, Matt Blakley, and our event chair, Clare Tilton. The winner of this special package will also receive a gift bag with select handmade items from a few of this year's exhibitors.

Book a Creative Team Building session at VisArts to drive innovation, improve creative thinking, and strengthen your team's collaborative spirit. All corporate team-building programs are led by professional artists and include demonstrations and group exercises. Each program matches artistic processes with your group's goals. Throughout the program, instructors build in plenty of time for discussion and self-reflection. This offer is good for a team of up to 10 members and must be redeemed before 5/31/25.

This is the ultimate package for families and fans of Richmond's great museums and institutions! Enjoy year-long memberships to Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, Maymont, the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Children's Museum of Richmond, and VisArts! Winners of this package get access to tons of unique exhibitions and experiences like GardenFest of Lights and Garden Glow. Plus, you get great perks on classes, studio access, and events that come with a VisArts membership. Already committed to most of these institutions? Memberships make great gifts for birthdays, holidays, young families, and new residents!

Get ready to make your driveway the hottest spot in town with a one-hour performance featuring eight numbers from four of Richmond's best queens. Invite your friends and neighbors to enjoy a fun, fierce night without leaving the front yard.

Use this stack of great gift certificates to shop 'til you drop! Pack up your Una handbag ($250 value) courtesy of J. McLaughlin and start your shopping spree in the Arts District with a visit to Verdalina and a $250 gift card! Next, check out the shops near Libbie and Grove with stops at Levy's ($75 gift card), Paper Plus ($75 gift card), and Fraiche. Finish your day by picking up wine and snacks from Libbie Market ($25 gift card) before you head home to check out all of your great purchases. Don't enjoy an epic shopping spree? Hold on to these and use for future or last-minute gifts!

Show off your favorite furry friend (or friends!) with a studio portrait from photographer, Wendy Humble. This one-hour session can used for a maximum of two pets and will include two 8 x 10 prints with professional editing. Examples of Wendy's pet portraits can be found by visiting her website: wendyhumble.com/pets. Continue the royal treatment for your pet(s) with a trip to Dogma for toys, treats, or grooming services.

Entertaining al fresco this spring and summer couldn't be easier with the help of this package. Stop in to Yellow Umbrella to consider their selection of premade salads, hot or cold appetizers and entrees, and crowd favorites like pimento cheese, deviled eggs and ham biscuits. Supper Club is your one-stop shop for mains like fried chicken, beef tenderloin, and crab cakes. Finish out your menu with wine and cheese from J. Emerson and Truckle Cheesemongers and enjoy your no-fuss garden party.

Pack your bags for a long weekend in Virginia Beach. Enjoy a 3-night stay in October at a canal-front condo that includes the use of kayaks and bikes. Relax on the beach during the day then check out favorite spots like Love Song for great food and drinks at night. This package comes with a handsome travel bag from Virginia's own, Moore & Giles and a $25 gift certificate to Rostov's so you can fuel up for the car ride. Contact Adam Dorland to begin your booking process.

Enjoy an amazing fall outing with a trip to Nordt Family Farm in nearby Charles City. Hosted by Dianne Nordt, this includes a private tour of Riverview, the family's historic home, and a walk through the Gillette Garden with a picnic of light refreshments served on the grounds. A visit to the sheep barn (featured in Martha Stewart Living) follows with an introduction to Dianne's flock of merino sheep and a weaving demonstration on the loom used to create Dianne's gorgeous handmade blankets (a favorite at Craft + Design and a finalist for Garden & Gun's Made in the South Award). This trip can be scheduled some time between September 1 and November 17, 2024 for up to 12 guests.

Give your home a big reset and refresh with services from some of our favorite local businesses. Create an organizing plan with the team from Minima. Enjoy a consultation with designers from Flourish Spaces and a gift certificate to their new show room on Huguenot. Organize your photo archive and create a custom album with Stephanie McGrath. When your space is looking it's best and you're ready to show it off, design a custom floral arrangement with David Pippin before your next party. Finally, commemorate your special place with a custom linocut print from Sophie Printmaking.

Enjoy a catered party in a beautiful West End home with up to 30 of your friends and live music from one of Virginia's most notable musicians, Steve Bassett. Steve is an award winning musician who has produced and released 24 albums. He is the co-author of Virginia's official state song, "Sweet Virginia Breeze." This specialized event includes catering services, wine and beer. Contact Adam Dorland to make your preparations. Value: $3,500