Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to present ‘A Million Blooms’ March 30 to June 2

March 30 2013 - A celebration of spring with millions of blooms throughout the spring season, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., will present “A Million Blooms” March 30 to June 2. The event is a celebration of spring with millions of blooms throughout the spring season including daffodils, cherry blossoms, tulips, irises, roses and peonies. Special events include Easter weekend, Mother’s Day, the Spring Plant Sale and plant shows, and activities in the Children’s Garden. For details, visit http://www.lewisginter.org

Opportunity Toastmasters to meet at Shoney’s Restaurant

May 20 2013 - Meetings are held the first and third Mondays of each month, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Free
Opportunity Toastmasters will meet from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Shoney’s Restaurant, 7101 Staples Mill Rd. Meetings are held the first and third Mondays of each month. For details, call David Robinson at 833-3351.

Innsbrook After Work’s Monday Night Jazz Series continues through June 10

May 20 2013 - Concerts support Henrico County Public Schools’ music and art programs, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Free
Union Mortgage Group will host Innsbrook After Work’s Monday Night Jazz Series, every Monday through June 10 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Shoppes at Innsbrook. Concerts support Henrico County Public Schools’ music and art programs. Bring your lounge chairs. No outside food or drinks. Admission is free. For details, visit http://www.innsbrook.com

Henrico Pops Chorus to perform at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen

May 21 2013 - Spring concert is titled 'Fantasies on Broadway', 7:30 p.m., Free
The Henrico Pops Chorus, under the direction of Bobbie Moore, will perform its spring concert at 7:30 p.m. at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, 2880 Mountain Rd. “Fantasies on Broadway” will take the audience on a fantasy tour of seven Broadway musicals as they tell their imaginary stories in song. Admission is free but reservations are required. For details, call Amy Perdue at 501-5859 or visit http://www.henricorecandparks.com

Richmond Apartment Owners Association’s ‘Think Tank’ to meet at Piccadilly Café

May 21 2013 - The group will discuss 'Filling Vacancies', 12 p.m., Free
The Richmond Apartment Owners Association’s “Think Tank” will meet at 12 p.m. at Piccadilly Café, 8004 W. Broad St. The group will discuss “Filling Vacancies.” Admission is free. For details, visit http://www.richmondapartmentowners.com

CMoR Short Pump to host Kindergarten Readiness Forum

May 21 2013 - The forum is free and open to the public but space is limited, 6:30 p.m., Free
The Children’s Museum of Richmond – Short Pump, 2200 Old Brick Rd., will host the Kindergarten Readiness Forum at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Cheryl Thomas, from Henrico County Public Schools, and Amanda Surgner, from Collegiate School, will speak on kindergarten readiness and choosing a school for your child. The forum is free and open to the public but space is limited. To register, visit http://www.c-mor.org

North Park Library to host Lightening Thief Party

May 22 2013 - Dress as your favorite god, demigod or monster from Greek mythology, 7 p.m.,
North Park Library, 8508 Franconia Rd., will host a Lightening Thief Party at 7 p.m. Celebrate Percy Jackson and the other Heroes of Olympus. Dress as your favorite god, demigod or monster from Greek mythology. Play games, enjoy refreshments and win prizes. For details, call 290-9700 or visit http://www.henricolibrary.org

Innsbrook After Hours 2013 continues with Daughtry

May 22 2013 - Gates open at 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m., $25
Innsbrook After Hours 2013 continues with Daughtry at 6:30 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. General admission is $25. For details, visit http://www.innsbrookafterhours.com

Groovin in the Garden to present Josh Ritter & The Royal City Band at Lewis Ginter

May 22 2013 - Special guest is David Wax Museum, 6 p.m., $25 to $30
Groovin in the Garden will present Josh Ritter & The Royal City Band at 6 p.m. at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave. Special guest is David Wax Museum. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the gate. For details, visit http://www.groovininthegarden.com

Henrico Rec and Parks, Senior Connections to present ‘Senior Party in the Park’

May 23 2013 - Confederate Hills Recreation Center, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Free
Henrico Recreation and Parks and Senior Connections will present “Senior Party in the Park: The Fabulous 50s” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Confederate Hills Recreation Center, 302 Lee Ave. Enjoy music, games, entertainment, demonstrations, exhibits, vendors, food and more. Admission is free. For details, call Jennifer Snead at 501-5114 or visit http://www.henricorecandparks.com

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Community

Raiders help ‘Stir It Up!’

Photos by Patty Kruszewski/Henrico Citizen 05/20/2013

Among the activities featured at Stir It Up!, a fundraiser and awareness raiser held May 5 at Deep Run H.S., was the opportunity for youngsters – including this young fan pictured with player Raibonne Charles – to play catch with members of the Richmond Raiders semi-pro indoor football team. > Read more.

Indian flair

Photos by Roger Walk for the Henrico Citizen 05/16/2013

Children perform during the India Spring Fest, held April 27-28 at the Hindu Center in Glen Allen. The event featured traditional Indian food, shopping and entertainment for children and adults. > Read more.

Spirit of Habitat

Photo by Patty Kruszewski/Henrico Citizen 05/15/2013

Spirited Art Richmond held a painting class May 5 for Hanover Habitat for Humanity families to paint their own artwork as a final touch for their new homes. Among first-time homeowners painting The Klimt Circle tree (which doubles as a ‘family tree’) were (left to right) Janet Payne, Gwen Stockman of Hanover Habitat and Payne’s daughter, Ashley Payne. Spirited Art is located in Short Pump at West Broad Village. > Read more.

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Entertainment

Veteran restaurateur set to open in Short Pump

Tran’s Pho 1 Grill will serve Vietnamese fare

05/20/2013

After nearly a year out of the restaurant industry, a well known 30-year Henrico restaurateur is ready to open up his fifth venture in Short Pump.

Paul Tran, along with his wife Ellen will open up Pho 1 Grill, a Vietnamese restaurant, in June in the Towne Center West Shopping Center.

Tran has been serving up Vietnamese food since the mid-’80s, his first being Que Huong on Rigsby Road. He also owned Mr. Chan’s on Horsepen Road and Saigon Gourmet on Hull Street Road. > Read more.

Restaurant watch

05/16/2013

Find out how your favorite dining establishments fared during their most recent inspections by the Virginia Department of Health. > Read more.

Wine, for the win

Popular Short Pump spot offers upscale comfort, flavors

05/06/2013

The Wine Loft opened in West Broad Village in January 2010, offering a full bar with wine, beer, spirits and a kitchen with tapas-style snacks. It offers a seasonal patio area along Whittall Way. Its walk-in wine “humidor” in plain view from the bar offers more than 85 wines by the glass ($6-$65) and about 250 by the bottle ($28 and up), with some emphasis on Italian wines. Culinary trained chefs plus partnership with Culinard (Culinary program of Virginia College). > Read more.

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