Weekend Top 5
Jayme Franklin will speak at The Virginia Forum, presented by The Virginia Council, on Friday, Feb. 27 at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Franklin is founder and CEO of The Conservateur, frequent guest on Fox News, and host of the Sincerely American podcast. Drawing on her experience in media, the Trump White House and national politics, Franklin examines how institutions, modern feminism and media have reshaped womanhood, masculinity and faith. Her timely talk on the growing political and cultural divide shaping Gen Z will challenge the audience to confront the gender gap honestly in order to rebuild a healthy culture and future. A VIP reception will be held at 5:45 p.m. with the talk starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are free for students, $50 for adults and $125 for VIP admission. For a limited time, receive $15 off general admission with discount code 15OFF. Click here for details.
The University of Richmond's Modlin Center for the Arts will present the University Dancers' 41st Annual Concert on Feb. 27-28 at 7:30 p.m. and March 1 at 2 p.m. University Dancers celebrates 41 years of engaging dance with their annual concert that brings to the University of Richmond the work of innovative guest artists: Ephrat Asherie, Nicolo Fonte and Trey McIntyre. The concert will also feature new works choreographed by Department of Theatre & Dance faculty Angelica Burgos, Deandra Clarke, Eric Rivera and Anne Van Gelder, as well as adjudicated student choreography. The show will be held in Alice Jepson Theatre. Admission is free. Click here for details.
Emmy-winning comedian and actress Dulcé Sloan will perform at The Tin Pan on Friday, Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. Known for her seven-year stint on "The Daily Show" with Trevor Noah, Sloan also can be seen in the FOX animated show "Great North" and as one of 10 comedians featured on Netflix's "Verified" stand-up series. She published a memoir in 2024 titled "Hello Friends: Stories of Dating, Destiny and Day Jobs." Tickets are $43.17. For details, call (804) 447-8189 or visit tinpanrva.com.
RVA Retro Gaming will host RETROSWAP at The Answer Brewpub on Saturday, Feb. 28 from noon to 5 p.m. The event will feature an afternoon filled with nostalgia, shopping, gaming, and brews. Buy, sell and trade retro games or play a free arcade. Craft beer and food will be available for purchase. Admission and parking are free. Click here for details or email events@rvaretro.org.
Celebrate Purim with a community–wide festival at the Weinstein JCC on Sunday, March 1 from noon to 3 p.m. The event will feature live music, carnival games and other family-friendly activities. This year’s theme, Purim Around the World, will bring a global flavor to the celebration with crafts, performances and experiences inspired by Jewish communities worldwide. Kosher food and beverages will be available for purchase. A sensory-friendly hour will take place prior from 11 a.m. to noon. Admission is free and open to the community. Registration is appreciated. Click here for details.
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