Girls Night Out
If there's one thing you know about your girlfriends, it's that while they've got a big appetite for fun, they've also got a big heart for doing things that benefit other people.
October is consistently known as the month of awareness; awareness against Breast Cancer, awareness against Domestic Violence, awareness to the treatment of animals. You name a reason and chances are there's a benefit being held in its honor somewhere in Richmond.
And in celebration of this month of giving, may we suggest gathering up your girls for a night on the town, enjoying delicious cocktails for a worthy cause.
Whether you prefer a silent auction, a night of dancing or just the feel of one of Richmond's numerous fall festivals, there are plenty of reasons to gather up the gal pals for a fantastic Girls Night Out .
Tenth Annual Richmond SPCA's Fur Ball and Second Chance After Party at the Jefferson
Friday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m.
A cocktail reception, seated dinner and live auction with prizes including vacation trips, catered meals and an outdoor kitchen is all just part of the grand Fur Ball to benefit the Richmond SPCA's Cinderella Fund, which pays to care for and treat severely sick and injured homeless animals. Tickets for the Ball are sold out but they are maintaining a waiting list in the event of cancellations. Tickets may still be purchased for the event's first-ever Second Chance After Party, featuring a silent auction starting at 9:30 p.m. on the Empire Room. Tickets are $85 and must be purchased in advance. For tickets and more information, call (804) 521-1308 or visit richmondspca.org .
Grand Kitchen Tour in the River Road Corridor
Friday, Oct. 3 from10 a.m. to 4 pm.
Get a sneak peek inside six elegant kitchens in the River Road corridor at the Joe's Market Grand Kitchen Tour to benefit the Central Virginia Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society. Tickets are $35 at the door, $30 in advance, or $10 to just see one kitchen. Call (804) 353-5008 for more information.
A Steak in Our Community at Morton's: The Steakhouse
Friday, Oct 3.and Saturday, Oct. 4 from 5:30 to 11 p.m.
Order a three-course meal At Morton's: The Steakhouse for $75 and $25 of the bill will go to charity ($35 if you add wine pairings from a $105 bill.) On Friday, Oct. 3 the charity will be Junior Achievement of Central Virginia, and on Saturday, Oct. 4 it's the Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity. Call (804) 648-1662 for reservations and for more information.
2nd Street Festival in Historic Jackson Ward
Friday, Oct. 3rd from 6 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 4th from noon to 10 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 5th from 1 to 5 p.m.
The hands of time are turned back to the past when 2nd Street was the heart and soul of Richmond's African-American community. And while the festival isn't perhaps your "traditional" benefit, enjoying performances by Johnny Houston & the Legends, Pieces of a Dream, the James "Saxsmo" Gates Quartet, spoken word poets, the Richmond Boys Choir, and many others will certainly benefit the soul. Free. For more information, call (804) 788-6466 or visit venturerichmond.com .
Richmond Italian Street Festival in Historic Church Hill
Saturday, Oct. 4th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 5th from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Celebrate Richmond's thriving Italian culture at the city's Original Italian Street Festival held in Historic Church Hill. Enjoy cultural displays by local Italian organizations, live demonstrations, wine tasting and live music. Authentic Italian cuisine will be provided by local Italian restaurants and calzones, pasta, pizza, and gelato are only a few of the delicacies that will be available. Proceeds will go to benefit various charities associated with the Italian-American Business and Professional Societa, the Italian-American Cultural Association and the Giuseppe Verdi Lodge #315 – Sons of Italy. Admission is a $2 donation. For more information, call (804) 305-9374 or visit richmonditalianfestival.com .
Second Annual Pink Tie Gala at the Omni Richmond
Saturday, Oct. 4 from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
The evening will include heavy hors d'oeuvres, dancing and a silent auction for fabulous prizes such as a romantic dinner for two, dance lessons and jewelry. The pink tie gala raises funds for breast cancer research, education and awareness of the disease. All of the net proceeds benefit the Richmond Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Tickets are only $50 and going fast. For tickets and more information, call (804) 745-0006 or visit pinktiegala.org .
Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk at 6620 W. Broad St.
Saturday, Oct. 4th from 10 a.m. with registration beginning at 9 a.m.
The Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research – and it calls on volunteers of all ages to become champions in the fight against this fatal disease. Since 1989, Memory Walk has raised more than $230 million for our cause. Starting at 6620 W. Broad St., concerned citizens who have set fundraising goals will walk to help end Alzheimer's. For more information and to register, visit alz.org .
5th Annual Carytown Food & Wine Festival in Carytown
Sunday, Oct. 5th from noon to 6 p.m.
Hail the finer things in life and sample some of the best food and wine from local area restaurants. From the traditional to the exotic, this festival gets better every year. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the gate and include a souvenir wine glass. $10 designated driver tickets are also available. Children 6 and under get in free with a paid adult. Tickets can be purchased at Plan 9 Music, Babe's of Carytown and ticketstobuy.com . For more information, call (804) 422-2279 or visit carytown.org .
Third Annual Kugel Ball at the Science Museum of Virginia
Friday, Oct. 10, from 6:30 to 11 p.m.
If you've been looking for a reason to put on your tux or pull out the old ball gown then the Kugel Ball is the perfect excuse. This annual gala seeking to inspire science education in Virginia is an evening of non-stop elegance with music, dancing under the stars and gourmet food. Tickets start at $50 for the after party and $250 for the full event. A percentage of all the proceeds goes to benefit the Science Museum of Virginia. Call (804) 864-1541 for tickets and more information or visit smv.org .
Key to the Cure at Saks Fifth Avenue at Stony Point Fashion Park
Thursday, Oct. 16 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Saks Fifth Avenue rolls out the pink carpet in support of women's cancer research at Massey. Join Saks "Key to the Cure" for a full evening of fashion, shopping, live music, fabulous raffle prizes and culinary delights from the area's premier chefs. Tickets are $75. For tickets and more information, call (804) 827-9486 or click here .
13th annual "Remember My Name" Memorial Service at Monument Heights Baptist Church
Thursday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m.
This nondenominational service commemorates those in the Greater Richmond and surrounding areas who have lost their lives due to domestic violence in the past year. During the ceremony, families, friends and community leaders will have the opportunity to speak on behalf of the victims or give testimonies about how domestic violence has affected their lives. Free to attend. For more information, call (804) 643-6761.
18th Annual Deguster at Plant Zero Art Center
Sunday, Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Gourmet cuisine, wine tasting and dancing to Gypsy Roots are just a few of the fabulous ways to you can have fun and help out The Virginia League for Planned Parenthood. This event is the thing to do for foodies and wine aficionados as some of the area's finest restaurants, caterers, wine and beers will be on hand. There will also be live and silent auctions with plenty of fabulous prizes. This even is for ages 21 and older. Tickets start at $75. For tickets and more information, call (804) 355-4358 or visit deguster.com .
12th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Dinner at Brickhouse Run
Monday, Oct. 27 at 5 p.m.
A dinner in Petersburg is a delicious way to give to The Central Virginia Chapter of the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation, an organization that educates Virginians about breast cancer and advocacy. As is tradition, area officials and lawmakers will serve as waiters and the menu will include soup, a salad, entrée choices of grilled chicken breast, broiled salmon or smoked pork chops, sides and almond bread pudding for dessert. Tickets are $35 plus tax. Reservations are required and may be made by calling (804) 862-1815.
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