Schedule of Events
** Postponed due to rain **
Science Museum of Virginia & GSAA - Happy Hour on the ProtoPath
Hosted by Science Museum of Virginia and Greater Scott’s Addition Association (GSAA)
Date: Thursday, October 20th
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
*Tree Giveaway: 4:30pm - 6pm or while supplies last *
Location: 2018 Terminal Pl, Richmond, VA 23220 (The ProtoPath)
Description: Join us for a ADRVA pre-party, at the Proto-Path Happy Hour being hosted by the Greater Scott’s Addition Association (GSAA) and the Science Museum of Virginia! We'll be there with our Tree Giveaway Station, alongside an assortment of food and drinks, available from Eat My Eggroll Food Truck, Buskey Cider, Bingo Beer, and Resevior Distillery. Come check out what’s growing on the Proto-Path, learn about GSAA, and meet other neighbors and businesses in the area. After party at River City Roll. For more information, click on the link below!
Links: www.scottsaddition.com/meetings-events/#!event/2022/10/13/happy-hour-on-the-proto-path
Saturday, October 15th
JRA Rain Barrel Workshop & Tree Giveaway
Hosted by the James River Association (JRA)
Date: Saturday, October 15th
Time: 9am - 12pm
Location: 5420 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23226 (West End Branch Library)
Description: Join the James River Association as they celebrate River Hero Homes Month, by participating in a rain barrel workshop and tree giveaway! Participants will learn about the benefits of rain barrels as well as how to assemble and install them. Registration for the rain barrel workshop is available on a first come first served basis and includes a 55-gallon drum, rain barrel assembly kit, a native plant, and instruction provided by James River Association staff members.
Rain barrels will be distributed between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm and a workshop will be held at 11:00 am. Advance registration is required (see link below).
Trees will also be distributed during this event in association with ArborDayRVA 2022, and are available on a first come first served basis. Information about how to properly plant trees and care for them will be shared with participants.
Richmond Tree Stewards - Tree Giveaway
Hosted by the Richmond Tree Stewards
Date: Saturday, October 15th (Registration opens 8/31)
Time: 9am - 3pm *Please come at your scheduled pickup time*
Location: 3300 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, VA 23224 (Second Baptist Church)
Description: It’s that time of year again - time for the annual Richmond Tree Stewards Tree Giveaway! You MUST register in advance by visiting the website, where you can pick from a list of 18 trees and shrubs that are native to the area.
Then on October 15th, at your assigned timeslot, drive thru for a no-contact pickup! After 3:15pm, any leftover seedlings will be made available to the general public. Please note that these are seedlings in 6” pots, and are only for personal use and not commercial/street plantings. More details, including information on the different species available, can be found on the website below.
Links: http://richmondtreestewards.org
**Registration closes once supplies run out - signup for yours soon!**
Richmond Community ToolBank - Tree Planting & Giveaway (FHP Day 1)
Hosted by Richmond Community ToolBank
Date: Saturday, October 15th
Times: 9am – 12pm & 1pm - 4pm
*Tree Giveaway will be from 9:30am - 12pm, while supplies last*
Location: Forest Hill Park
Description: LESS TURF, MORE TREES! Sign up with the Richmond Community ToolBank and PRCF in reforesting 1.5 acres of unnecessary lawn at Forest Hill Park, that will help support cleaner air, water, and wildlife. Volunteers will help plant, mulch and water 200 new trees along the park's loop trail. We've got the tools, trees, and time, all we're missing is you! We’ll also be giving away free tree seedlings, for those wishing to pick up a small tree for planting on their private property.
The Richmond Community ToolBank works with other nonprofits across the city to help them complete their missions without undue financial burdens by providing tools, resources, and expertise. Sign up to help, using the link below!
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R8ygmEAB/arbor-day-tree-planting-at-forrest-hill-park
Capital Trees - Fall Workday & Tree Giveaway
Hosted by Capital Trees
Date: Saturday, October 15th
Time: 10am - 12pm
*Tree Giveaway will be from 9:30am - 12:30pm, while supplies last*
Location: 2803 Dock St, Richmond, VA 23223 (Great Shiplock Park)
Description: The chill of winter is nipping at our heels, but there is still plenty of work to do in the gardens before most of the plants go dormant. Join Capital Trees at Great Shiplock Park and along the Low Line, and lend a hand in maintaining this public urban landscape along the Capital Trail. This will be an all hands on deck event, where we will focus on prepping the gardens for winter. We welcome all participants whether this is your first time or you have volunteered with Capital Trees before! Additionally, to celebrate ArborDayRVA this year, we will have a FREE tree giveaway station from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. so stop by and pick up a tree!
Interested in a short tour of the gardens? Find us on Saturday, October 15, between 10 - noon and get to know the gardens a bit more intimately by taking a walk with our Executive Director, Shelly Barrick Parsons! Additional information and sign ups for the workday are available through the link below.
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R913TEAR/capital-trees-fall-workday-in-the-gardens
Sunday, October 16th
Reforest Richmond - Tree Giveaway Station
Hosted by Reforest Richmond
Date: Sunday, October 16th
Time: 10am - 12pm (while supplies last)
Location: 1000 Mosby St, Richmond, VA 23223 (MLK Middle School)
Description: What would ArborDayRVA be without a FREE tree giveway?! We will have a variety of different regionally native species available, as long as supplies last. Follow us on social media to find out which ones (plus fun facts!). Then swing by to pick out your own seedling, and learn about current efforts in supporting and growing Richmond’s urban forests. Wanna help out? Sign-up to help with the Tree Giveaway Station, using the link below
Links: https://www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R91PfEAJ/arbordayrva-2022-tree-giveaway-station
Monday, October 17th
JRPS - “Free-A-Tree” at Pony Pasture
Hosted by James River Park System (JRPS) & PRCF
Date: Monday, October 17th
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Pony Pasture - Riverside Trail trailhead (upper right corner of the parking lot)
Description: Join the folks of JRPS Invasive Species Taskforce in helping to save the park's mature tree canopy, by freeing trees from invasive English ivy and wintercreeper vines. All tools and work gloves, as well as orientation and training, provided. Find out more details, including how to sign up, by following the link below
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R8zjnEAB/free-a-tree-at-pony-pasture
Reforest Richmond - Roadmap to Richmond 300: Building a Thriving Urban Forestry Program (Virtual Presentation)
Hosted by Reforest Richmond
Date: Monday, October 17th
Time: 6pm EST
Location: Zoom Virtual Meeting
Description: Join Daniel Klein, co-founder of Reforest Richmond and vice-chair of the Richmond Green City Commission, for a presentation and discussion on the current state of Richmond’s urban forest and a proposed roadmap for building a city-wide Urban Forestry program that can achieve Richmond 300’s ambitious tree canopy goals.
Tuesday, October 18th
JRPS - Dell Meadow Tree and Shrub Planting
Hosted by James River Park System (JRPS) & PRCF
Date: Tuesday, October 18th
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: 600 S Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23220 (Dell Meadow)
Description: Join The City of Richmond's James River Park System and Parks & Recreation Department for a native tree and shrub planting at Dell Meadow, in the Carillon Woods. Volunteers will be planting native trees and shrubs as a part of ArborDayRVA 2022. All tools and materials will be provided. Please wear closed toe shoes and bring work gloves. Please bring a water bottle and a snack. We hope to see you in the park! Sign up to volunteer, by following the link below
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R8zdqEAB/dell-meadow-tree-and-shrub-planting
UFD - Young Tree Pruning Workshop & Community Workday
Hosted by the Urban Forestry Division (UFD) & Southside ReLEAF
Date: Tuesday, October 18th
Times:
Pruning Workshop: 10am - 1pm
Community Workday: 11am - 1pm
Location: 3000 E Belt Blvd, Richmond, VA 23234 (Hickory Hill Community Center)
Description: Post-planting tree care is often an overlooked subject when talking about trees. Join Michael Staton of the City of Richmond's Urban Forestry Division, for a hands-on workshop on how to prune and care for young trees. This workshop is suitable for homeowners looking to gain practical knowledge on how to monitor and maintain their trees.
Afterwards, we invite community members to join us and Southside ReLEAF for a site workday, where we will be checking on their recent plantings at Hickory Hill Community Center. We will be pruning, weeding tree beds, and laying down fresh mulch in preparation for the Fall and Winter months. The first 3 years after planting is considered the most critical time in ensuring healthy root and structural development, so help us ensure a future of happy trees!
Pruning Workshop Link: https://www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R93QREAZ/arbordayrva-2022-ufd-young-tree-pruning-workshop-community-workday
Community Workday Link: https://www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R93QlEAJ/arbordayrva-2022-ufd-southside-releaf-hickory-hill-community-workday
Science Museum of Virginia - Tour The Green
Hosted by the Science Museum of Virginia
Date: Tuesday, October 18th
Time: 1pm
Location: 2500 West Broad St. Richmond, VA 23220 (Meet out front of the Science Museum by the Kugel)
Description: The Science Museum of Virginia invites you to come tour The Green, Richmond’s new greenspace on Broad Street. Construction of Phase 1 is scheduled to be complete by October. Come get a firsthand glimpse of the newly-built park, talk about the trees and learn more about The Green project. The Green aims to mitigate climate change impacts, improve the health of the Richmond citizens, support biodiversity in the urban ecosystem and act as a community gathering space and outdoor classroom. Phase 1 of the The Green project is approximately 2 acres in size, converted from a parking lot with approximately 78% impervious surface to approximately 77% pervious surface. 120 trees, 370 shrubs, 6,000 perennials and 42,000 square feet of sod are being installed. Phase 2 is currently in design and will encompass the famous circle drive. Eventually, the entire park will cover 6 acres across the front of the Science Museum of Virginia’s campus.
Wednesday, October 19th
JRPS - “Free-A-Tree” at Huguenot Flatwater
Hosted by James River Park System (JRPS) & PRCF
Date: Wednesday, October 19th
Time: 9am - 12pm
Location: Huguenot Flatwater (Riverside Drive trailhead/Oxford Parkway lot)
Description: Join the folks of JRPS Invasive Species Taskforce in helping to save the park's mature tree canopy, by freeing trees from invasive English ivy and wintercreeper vines. All tools and work gloves, as well as orientation and training, provided. Find out more details, including how to sign up, by following the link below
Thursday, October 20th
Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay - Garden Clean Up at Binford Middle School
Hosted by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay
Date: Thursday, October 20th
Time: 9am - 11am
Location: 1701 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23220 (Binford Middle School)
Description: Join the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay for a garden clean up and refresh for the green spaces at Binford Middle School. Participants should come prepared to plant native plants, weed, prune, water, and spread mulch. Supplies and tools will be provided. Wear closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Bring a water bottle.
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R8zd6EAB/garden-clean-up-at-binford-middle-school
JRPS - Belle Isle Tree and Shrub Planting
Hosted by James River Park System (JRPS)
Date: Thursday, October 20th
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Bell Isle
Description: Join The City of Richmond's James River Park System for a native tree and shrub planting along The James River on Belle Isle. Volunteers will be planting native trees and shrubs as a part of ArborDayRVA 2022. All tools and materials will be provided. Please wear closed toe shoes and bring work gloves. Please bring a water bottle and a snack. We hope to see you in the park! Sign up to volunteer, by following the link below
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R8zdzEAB/belle-isle-meadow-tree-planting
JRPS - ArborDayRVA Happy Hour & TED Talk: Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
Hosted by James River Park System (JRPS) & Richmond Community ToolBank
Date: Thursday, October 20th
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Location: 321 W. 7th St, Richmond, VA 23224 (Legend Brewing Company)
Description: Join us for an ADRVA Happy Hour, and learn from Special Guest, Gera Williams of the James River Park System, about the threat to our urban tree canopy by the Emerald Ash Borer. Hear about the projects and initiatives currently happening throughout the city, and of ways that YOU can help SAVE OUR TREES!
**This is a FREE event, however please register using the link below so that we can have a headcount for ordering food & drinks
Links: https://secure.givelively.org/event/toolbank-usa-inc/arbordayrva-happy-hour
Friday, October 21th
JRPS - "Free-A-Tree" at Ancarrow's Landing Habitat Restoration
Hosted by James River Park System (JRPS) and PRCF
Date: Friday, October 21st
Times: 10am - 1pm
Location: 1200 Brander St, Richmond, VA 23224 (Ancarrow's Landing)
Description: Join The James River Park System as we tackle removing invasive plants from Ancarrow's Landing. We will be focusing on removing English Ivy, Winter Creeper and other invasive plants. Be a part of this initiative to help restore The James River Park's natural habitat and tree canopy! Volunteers will be using small hand tools such as loppers and hand saws. All tools and gloves will be provided by JRPS. We look forward to working with you!
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R8wTcEAJ/ancarrows-landing-habitat-restoration
JRA - Invasive Species Removal at Chapel Island
Hosted by the James River Association (JRA)
Date: Friday, October 21st
Times: 12pm - 2pm
Location: 2803 Dock St, Richmond, VA 23223 (Great Shiplock Park)
Description: Join the James River Association in our monthly habitat restoration project at Chapel Island. Tools will be provided for volunteers, to be used individually and not shared. We do ask that you bring your own gloves.
The James River Association has been working to restore this park of the James River Park System and it shows! Sign up to volunteer using the link below!
Saturday, October 22nd
Richmond Community ToolBank - Tree Planting & Giveaway
Hosted by Richmond Community ToolBank & RPS
Date: Saturday, October 22nd
Time: 9am – 1pm
*Tree Giveaway will be from 9:30am - 1pm, while supplies last*
Location: 6300 Jahnke Rd, Richmond, VA 23225 (Lucille M. Brown Middle School)
Description: LESS HEAT, MORE SHADE! Join the Richmond Community ToolBank and RPS in planting a new wooded area around Lucille Brown Middle School's sports field, that will provide much needed shade and comfort to visitors. Volunteers will help plant, mulch and water 25 new trees for the school and community. We've got the tools, trees, and time; all we're missing is you! We’ll also be giving away free tree seedlings, for those wishing to pick up a small tree for planting on their private property.
The Richmond Community ToolBank works with other nonprofits across the city to help them complete their missions without undue financial burdens by providing tools, resources, and expertise.
Richmond Community ToolBank - Tree Planting (FHP Day 2)
Hosted by Richmond Community ToolBank
Date: Saturday, October 22nd
Times: 9am – 12pm & 1pm - 4pm
Location: Forest Hill Park
Description: LESS TURF, MORE TREES! Join us for Day 2 of the Forest Hill Park tree planting! Join the Richmond Community ToolBank and PRCF in reforesting 1.5 acres of unnecessary lawn at Forest Hill Park, that will help support cleaner air, water, and wildlife. Volunteers will help plant, mulch and water 200 new trees along the park's loop trail. We've got the tools, trees, and time, all we're missing is you! LFG!
The Richmond Community ToolBank works with other nonprofits across the city to help them complete their missions without undue financial burdens by providing tools, resources, and expertise. Sign up to help, using the link below!
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R8ygmEAB/arbor-day-tree-planting-at-forrest-hill-park
500-Year Forest Foundation - "Walk in the Woods" event at Carillon Woods
Hosted by 500-Year Forest Foundation
Date: Saturday, October 22nd
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: 1300 Blanton Ave, Richmond, VA 23221 (The Carillon)
Description: Join the 500-Year Forest Foundation for a "Walk in the Woods" to promote and learn about the importance of Old Growth Forests in the Richmond area. We will meet on the Dogwood Dell side of The Carillon at 10 am and proceed into the old growth forest that is between the Carillon and the Pump House. This forest is Civil War era. We will be learning about the importance of old growth forests, invasive species, and the history of this area. Use the link below to register for the event!
Links: https://forms.gle/BsexwR6QVpEe6BhEA
Living Water Community Center - Fall Fest Celebration & Music Festival
Hosted by Living Water Community Center , Owl Orchard Community Gardens & Richmond Grows Gardens (PRCF)
Date: Saturday, October 22nd
Times:
12pm - 4pm (Fall Fest Celebration)
5pm - 9pm (Fall Fest Music Festival)
Locations:
1000 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA (Living Water Community Center)
807 W. 44th St, Richmond, VA (Owl Orchard Community Garden)
Description: Living Water is hosting a Fall Festival in partnership with Owl Orchard. Expect music, food trucks, vendors, poi, hooping, capoeira, yoga, qi gong, kid crafts, martial arts classes, and more! We'll also host workshops and information tables around native plants, beekeeping, and handpan. The campus is an active bee sanctuary, so there's also honey and mead! Event runs 12-4pm at Living Water and 5-9pm at Owl Orchard. To volunteer or participate please contact livingwaterrva@gmail.com
Sunday, October 23rd
VCU Sustainability - Amelia Street School Meadow Prep
Hosted by the VCU Sustainability
Date: Sunday, October 23rd
Time: 9am-12pm & 1-4pm
Location: 1821 Amelia St, Richmond, VA 23220 (Amelia Street School)
Description: Join VCU Sustainability in converting areas of open lawn turf into lush ecologically rich mini-meadows! We are expanding on previous efforts of establishing outdoor learning spaces and habitat areas for pollinators and birds, and need extra hands to help us take the next step in the turf-suppression process. In the Spring, we will revisit these spaces with additional native trees, shrubs, and perennial plantings, further beautifying the neighborhood. All tools will be provided, just bring water, sunscreen, and a positive attitude! Sign-up link below
Reforest Richmond - Tree Giveaway Station
Hosted by Reforest Richmond
Date: Sunday, October 23rd
Time: 10am - 12pm (while supplies last)
Location: 3400 Hopkins Rd, Richmond, VA 23234 (Thomas C Boushall Middle School)
Description: Wrapping up this year’s ArborDayRVA, join us for one final FREE tree giveway! Wanna help hand out baby trees? Sign-up using the link below
Links: www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R91QEEAZ/arbordayrva-2022-tree-giveaway-station