Canal Boats And Cobblestones walking tour; Shockoe Poets Open Mike Readings; Sunday Vintage Market; open mic @ Poe’s Pub; Mini Flicks & Stories; Thursday Fresh Market; River District Canal Cruises (Friday-Sunday); 12th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta; Shockoe Bottom neighborhood cleanup; MORE…

Canal Boats And Cobblestones walking tour

Sun Apr 27 2:00 pm
This tour focuses on the history, architecture, and preservation efforts of the canal area. Come explore the historic and architectural treasures of Shockoe Slip, and see the work that is being done in this 19th century warehouse district along the James River, the Great Basin and Richmond’s canals.
DATES/TIMES: April 27th, August 24th, October 26th, 2:00-4:00 p.m.; June 28th & July 12th, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
STARTING POINT: Meet your guide at the James Center Clock Tower at 10th and Cary Streets.
http://www.richmondhistorycenter.com

Shockoe Poets Open Mike Readings

Sun Apr 27 2:00 pm
@ Shockoe Espresso & Roastery, 104 Shockoe Slip. Contact Shann Palmer for information (335-9403 or shannp@gmail.com).

Sunday Vintage Market

Sun Apr 27 9:00 am
@ 17th Street Farmers’ Market
Antiques, collectibles, jewelry and fine arts and crafts. Free admission.
For more information call 804-646-0310 or visit http://www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com.

open mic @ Poe’s Pub

Tue Apr 29 8:00 pm
acoustic open mic at Poe’s Pub on East Main, hosted by Jim Daab. Sign up is at 8:30, music starts at 9, goes until closing @2AM
2607 East Main Street

Mini Flicks & Stories

Thu May 1 10:30 am
@ Hull Street Library
for preschool & kindergarten children

Thursday Fresh Market

Thu May 1 8:30 am
@ 17th Street Farmers’ Market
Farm fresh and homegrown straight from the region’s farms to your home. Homemade and handcrafted right here by highly artistic Richmonders. Free.
For more information call 804-646-0310 or visit http://www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com

River District Canal Cruises (Friday-Sunday)

Fri May 2 12:00 pm
40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the River District’s Canal Walk. Tour begins every hour on the hour. Private charters also available.
@ Canal Turning Basin (Dock and 14th Streets)
Friday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm,
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free
For more information call 804-649-2800 or visit http://www.venturerichmond.com.
(Spring Season April 4th –June 8th)

Shockoe Bottom neighborhood cleanup

Sat May 3 8:00 am
Meet at 8AM at River City Diner on 17th Street.

12th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

Sat May 3 12:00 pm
@ Brown’s Island, $15 in advance and $20 admission fee at the gate
The 12th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is returning to beautiful Brown’s Island. The music line-up will surely get you in the mood to dance and party with your friends and family! This year’s celebration features rocker Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Evans Blue, up and comers Red and some of Richmond’s hottest local bands. Tickets can be purchased at ticketstobuy.com and all area Plan 9 Music locations. Proceeds from this show to benefit Greater Richmond SCAN. Rain or Shine. For more information call 804-363-7440 or visit www.cincorva.com.