Mid-Lothian Mines Day 10/19 Learn about the mining history that abounded in Midlothian. Activities include living history, period music, children's games and guided walking tours. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Mid-Lothian Mines Park. 748-1623 or midlomines.org Goochland County Fall Festival 10/26 The event that includes a petting zoo, pony rides, pumpkin painting, carnival games and a costume contest will feature music by local bluegrass band Michelle Nixon & Drive. Noon to 4 p.m. Free. Goochland Sports Complex. 556-5854 or co.goochland.va.us
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Historic Point of Rocks Living History Day 11/2 This special event will focus on the Civil War medical story, with re-enactors portraying surgeons and soldiers. Don't miss the special appearance by Clara Barton, who served as superintendent of nursing at Point of Rocks Hospital from June to August of 1864. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Historic Point of Rocks. 748-1623 or chesterfield.gov/parks Richmond Nativity Pageant 12/23 One of the city's oldest holiday traditions features a cast and choir of about 200 people recounting the story of Jesus' nativity. 7 p.m. Free. The Carillon in Byrd Park. 358-8481 or richmondnativitypageant.com Herbs Galore & More 4/26 More than 50 plant and craft vendors from the mid-Atlantic region sell herbs, annuals, perennials, heirloom plants, vegetables, trees and herbal products at the marketplace. Educational classes offer inspiration for growing and using herbs. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. $3. Carriage House Lawn at Maymont. 358-7166 or maymont.org Walkerton Spring Festival 4/26 Crafts, games, live music, face painting, tavern tours, food and drinks will all be a part of this spring season celebration. 1 to 4 p.m. Free. Walkerton Tavern & Gardens. 261-6898 or henricorecandparks.com Civil War Sesquicentennial 5/24 The 150th anniversary of the Battle of North Anna includes a park re-dedication, historical interpreters, guest speakers, artillery displays and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. North Anna Battlefield Park. 365-4695 or co.hanover.va.us Richmond Vegetarian Festival 6/21 Author and vegan living advocate Victoria Moran will speak at the celebration of all things vegan and vegetarian. The event also features food vendors, live music, children's activities and cooking competitions. Noon to 6 p.m. Free. The Azalea Gardens at Bryan Park. 756-0536 or veggiefest.org
