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CALENDAR - THIS WEEK
Stretchin' at Barksdale: All Star Jam
Sun May 11 6:00 pm
Stretchin' is an evening of spontaneity. National and local talent take the Cabaret lobby stage at Barksdale at Willow L...
Storytime - Infant to PreK at Barnes & Noble, Libbie Place
Mon May 12 10:00 am
Year-round. 282-0781. FREE.
Computer Basics for Seniors
Tue May 13 10:30 am
Richmond Public Library West End (4240 Patterson Ave.) Register for a hands-on introduction to PCs and the Internet. ...
Free Poetry Event Recognizes Poets Who Teach
Tue May 13 6:00 pm
Award-wining poet Joshua Poteat and several other poets present "Sound & Sense: Poets Teaching Poets" on May 13 at the L...
Storytime - Infant to PreK at Barnes & Noble, Libbie Place
Thu May 15 10:00 am
Year-round. 282-0781. FREE.
Visual Art Center Used Art Benefit
Fri May 16 5:00 pm
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond reprises the Art Exchange on May 16, an innovative event featuring certified, pre-own...

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Need estate sale services or have items to consign? Since 1999, Susan's Selections has conducted in-home estate sales. And our shop at 8008 Staples Mill Rd is open Thurs & Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 1-4pm. Call 232-6480 or Roy@SusansSelections.com.
MoveMyMom(R) is a specialized service to help BOOMERS relocate their parents and other family members to a new venue. Please visit our website www.movemymom.com for details or call Doug Sutton at 804.338.2647.
Attorney for advising/representation on business law/contracts/animal and equine law issues. Call: Ruth E. Kochard, Counselor at law 434-981-7043
Intuitive Consultant/Psychic Medium. Readings by email, IM, phone or in person. Visit www.orbitalempathy.com
Need Support Reaching Wellness Goals? Confused about info & choices? Personalized programs, Nutrition, High-End Supplements and Natural Alternatives. Achieve Optimum Health. Experience an Enhanced Quality of Life. Contact Christine Blair www.HerbChick.com
Ayana Creations specializes in unique beaded flowers and accessories for every occassion or just because. Web: www.ayanacreations.com Contact: Crystal Harding 804-304-9702 ayanacreations@gmail.com
The blonde terrier listed below has been reunited his owner. Thanks for your interest.
We have 50 teens from all over France coming to RVA and need volunteers to host them during their stay this July. This is an amazing opportunity. Call 614-7522 or e-mail compassval@yahoo.com. Website: http://www.compass-usa.net



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May 7, 2008

Call for Art Entries Welcomes Those with Disabilities

A new expansion on an old arts contest means that children and adults with disablilties  will have a chance to enter and win in the National Arts Program® at Richmond. VSA arts of Virginia, with financial support from CVS/Caremark All Kids Can!TM, and the city of Richmond Parks and Recreation department  will provide funding for new awards this year to recognize the talents of artists with disabilities in both the adult and youth divisions.

For a registration brochure , call 646-3674, or download one here.

            Anyone age 5 or older can submit artwork in The National Arts Program® at Richmond for a chance at winning cash prizes. Advance registration by June 4 is required, but there are no fees to participate and more than $3,000 in prize money will be awarded.

The exhibits will be open June 23 through July 18, and a reception, followed by an awards ceremony, and reception, featuring  entertainment provided by a band featuring musicians with disabilities, to be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, at Science Museum of Virginia.  

Posted by Jonah_H at 3:53PM under RVANews-news, arts, galleries & museums, community

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