Looking for something to do on Friday mornings? Let's have a picnic in the park! Two Fridays per month, we will be having a picnic at Maymont park. We will start with a walk around to see the animals, then set up picnic blankets in the shade somewhere and have a picnic! Bring your own blanket and picnic lunch. This event was created with parents of young children in mind, but is open to everyone!

Event Coordinator: Kaitlyn Glessner - kaitlynmae012@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free! Bring a blanket and provide a picnic lunch

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Fun Times or Foodie badge!

Join the Gregory family as we close out the summer in our backyard with a family friendly movie projected on the big screen in our backyard under the stars! Bring low back chairs and blankets and get comfy! Suggested $10/family donation to cover a provided snack and candy table!

Event Coordinator: Devin Gregory
Cost Associated: $10/Family

Location: This event will be held at a private home, address will be shared closer to the event.

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Fun Times badge!

Bring a pallet and your idea to Noah’s backyard workshop; over four weeks, he will help guide you step by step through the process. Noah has some tools on hand, but please bring your own if you have them. Over four weeks, we will break the pallets down and walk through each step, from designing to building your project. Potential projects could include creating a planter box, a small side table, some rustic shelves, or anything else you imagine!

Pallet Wood Project Class Dates (please try to be available for at least three of these dates):
Saturday, August 2 - break down pallets and design your project
Saturday, August 9 - work on project
Saturday, August 16 - work on project
Saturday, August 23 - finish up project and celebrate!

Event Leader: Noah Stern - carpentryforchristllc@gmail.com

Cost Associated: $10 (for all four classes)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Level Up badge!

Join us for a summer series of unforgettable Trivia Nights—always a great time filled with laughter, friendly competition, and plenty of wonderfully useless information! Play solo or gather a team of up to five and put your knowledge to the test. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while you battle it out for bragging rights and prizes awarded to the top two teams. Each night features a definitive theme, so bring your A-game and your themed trivia chops!(Kids 10 and up are welcome to participate!)

This year's themes:
June 13 - That's So 90s
July 25 - Hobbits, Heroes & Hyperdrives
August 22 - Camp Quizzyaka

Doors open 30 minutes before the event begins. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while you play solo or team up with up to 5 players. Prizes awarded to the top two teams—come ready to compete and have fun!

Event Leader: Topher Lytle - topher@area10church.com

Cost Assosiated: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the #Winning badge!

Come join me at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for Groovin' in the Garden with Fitz and the Tantrums. It's a beautiful venue to hang out with friends and listen to some alternative pop music. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the music starts at 7:30 pm. The cost for general admission lawn seats (bring your own blanket or chair) is $37.50. My suggestion is to go to Plan 9 on Cary St. and save yourself the extra online ticket fees (+ $12). I hope to see you there!

Event Coordinator: Jess Ooms - jessguido10@yahoo.com

Cost Associated: $37.50 per ticket

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Fun Times badge!

Hey fellas, let's get the grill going for a men's cookout at the Desvignes home! I'm providing the meats (burgers, hot dogs), Bring a drink of your choice and/or a side to share if you're able. This is a chance to connect, unwind, and enjoy some good food and fellowship.

This event is at a private home, and the address will be sent out to you after you sign up.

Event Coordinator: Chris Desvignes - desvignesce@gmail.com
Cost Associated: Free - Just bring a drink and/or side to share!

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Foodie badge!

Bring a pallet and your idea to Noah’s backyard workshop; over four weeks, he will help guide you step by step through the process. Noah has some tools on hand, but please bring your own if you have them. Over four weeks, we will break the pallets down and walk through each step, from designing to building your project. Potential projects could include creating a planter box, a small side table, some rustic shelves, or anything else you imagine!

Pallet Wood Project Class Dates (please try to be available for at least three of these dates):
Saturday, August 2 - break down pallets and design your project
Saturday, August 9 - work on project
Saturday, August 16 - work on project
Saturday, August 23 - finish up project and celebrate!

Event Leader: Noah Stern - carpentryforchristllc@gmail.com

Cost Associated: $10 (for all four classes)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Level Up badge!

Whether you're just picking up a pencil or you've been sketching for years, join us at a scenic overlook of our lovely city for a relaxed and inspiring plein air (outdoor) sketching session. Learn the basics of capturing nature on paper, explore simple techniques to bring landscapes to life, and enjoy the peaceful setting as you create. We will meet at the 5th Street Walking Bridge to cross over to Brown Island and then find a spot on the T. Potterfield Bridge to draw the Richmond skyline.

No experience required—just bring your curiosity, a sketchbook, and your favorite drawing tools. We'll provide guidance, encouragement, and a beautiful natural backdrop to fuel your creativity. Bring water and snacks or a picnic lunch.

Event Leader: Rachel Woolard - rachel@area10church.com

Cost Associated: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Level Up badge!

Have you heard of Zumba but haven't tried it out? Or are you a seasoned Zumba fan? Regardless of experience, all ladies are invited to this special Zumba class hosted by a professional Zumba instructor, Tiffany Sanchez. Workout moves will include salsa, merengue, cumbia, lambada, and more, along with the typical aerobics stuff to keep it simple. Afterwards, we'll grab a snack from next door at Chum Chum Onigiri (or bring your own) and hang out in the patio area of 2810.

Event Coordinator: Janira Clack - janira86@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Level Up or Fun Times badge!

Joseph and Brianne are hosting an afternoon of medium board gaming at their home near Bon Air. We will provide the board games and instructions for games such as Azul, Cascadia, Everdell, ect. Board game newbies are welcome as well!

Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be provided. Our address will be emailed to you upon sign up for this event. Kids are welcome - we find kiddos aged 6+ can usually find a game in our collection to play.

We do have cats in our home.

Event Leaders: Joseph and Brianne - Brianneandjosephbannister@gmail.com

Event Cost: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the #Winning or Level Up badge!

Love hitting the trails? Come run with us! We’re getting together for a couple of casual group runs through Richmond’s awesome trail systems.

We’ll meet at the Pump House Park parking lot about 45 minutes after church lets out on Sunday (Noon)—just bring some water and whatever gear you need. Kids are welcome too, just make sure they’ve got an adult keeping pace with them.

Event Coordinator: Kevin Poole - wienfall2003@hotmail.com

Cost Associated: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the #Winning or Adventure badge!

Bring a pallet and your idea to Noah’s backyard workshop; over four weeks, he will help guide you step by step through the process. Noah has some tools on hand, but please bring your own if you have them. Over four weeks, we will break the pallets down and walk through each step, from designing to building your project. Potential projects could include creating a planter box, a small side table, some rustic shelves, or anything else you imagine!

Pallet Wood Project Class Dates (please try to be available for at least three of these dates):
Saturday, August 2 - break down pallets and design your project
Saturday, August 9 - work on project
Saturday, August 16 - work on project
Saturday, August 23 - finish up project and celebrate!

Event Leader: Noah Stern - carpentryforchristllc@gmail.com

Cost Associated: $10 (for all four classes)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Level Up badge!

Looking for something to do on Friday mornings? Let's have a picnic in the park! Two Fridays per month, we will be having a picnic at Maymont park. We will start with a walk around to see the animals, then set up picnic blankets in the shade somewhere and have a picnic! Bring your own blanket and picnic lunch. This event was created with parents of young children in mind, but is open to everyone!

This event will be repeated twice a month! Upcoming dates include:
Friday, August 29

Event Coordinator: Kaitlyn Glessner - kaitlynmae012@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free! Bring a blanket and provide a picnic lunch

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Fun Times or Foodie badge!

Do you have a project sitting around that you have been meaning to work on, but just can't find the time? Well, we have the space for you! Whether it's crocheting, sewing, painting, quilling, calligraphy, or coloring, bring your project and join other crafters for a free craft space. Light bites and drinks will be provided. Please note, glitter is not permitted on the premises.

Event Leader: Heather Eason - hrwilson2312@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free - bring your own craft supplies and project

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Level Up badge!

Join us for a relaxed and friendly afternoon of golf at Viniterra. No competition, just good company and a great time on the course. Everyone will meet in the parking lot at 12:30 PM to connect, grab snacks, and warm up before teeing off. While it’s a casual round, a headcount is needed two weeks in advance to secure tee times, and space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible to reserve a spot. This event is intended for adults only, so we kindly ask that children not attend. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just in it for the fun, it’s sure to be an enjoyable day outdoors.

Event Leader: Craige Shelton - craiges85@gmail.com

Cost Associated: $65 for the round plus any food/drinks

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Fun Times or #Winning badge!

Bring a pallet and your idea to Noah’s backyard workshop; over four weeks, he will help guide you step by step through the process. Noah has some tools on hand, but please bring your own if you have them. Over four weeks, we will break the pallets down and walk through each step, from designing to building your project. Potential projects could include creating a planter box, a small side table, some rustic shelves, or anything else you imagine!

Pallet Wood Project Class Dates (please try to be available for at least three of these dates):
Saturday, August 2 - break down pallets and design your project
Saturday, August 9 - work on project
Saturday, August 16 - work on project
Saturday, August 23 - finish up project and celebrate!

Event Leader: Noah Stern - carpentryforchristllc@gmail.com

Cost Associated: $10 (for all four classes)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Level Up badge!

Come out and work on your art/craft project of choice in the company of other creatives. Bring your own supplies and spend time creating and socializing in the art gallery level of the 3North architectural firm building. Coffee and light snacks will be provided.

There will be no childcare provided. Ages 12+ if actively involved in the event.

Event Leader: Amy Martinez - amymartinez27@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free! Just bring your own supplies.

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes badge!

Come hang out for a fun Friday evening with classic 60s, 70s, and 80s music from the Soul Shakers, tasty eats from a food truck, and great wine—all set at a beautiful local winery (James River Cellars Winery)!

It’s free to attend, kid-friendly, and super chill. There are plenty of tables, or bring a blanket and let the kids run around on the grass. Dancing is definitely encouraged!

When you arrive, park in the big lot right at the entrance and walk up to the house—you’ll find the action out back. It’s stroller-friendly and no purchase is required to enjoy the evening.

Event Coordinators: Harrison & Christina Jones - thriftstore27@gmail.com
Cost Associated: Free (bring money for food/wine if you’d like to partake)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes, Fun Times, or Foodie badge!

Every Friday morning, come out for a no-drop road bike ride around the James River to kick off your weekend right! Our group bikes a 14—or 19-mile loop every Friday at 6:30 a.m. from 2810 W. Cary Street, weather permitting. A text message will be sent out to everyone who has signed up each Thursday to determine who will join the ride. This event is not child-friendly ride due to speed and city streets

This event will repeat every Friday through the summer, starting June 6.

Event Coordinator: Jack Frye - jackef@verizon.net

Cost Associated: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the #Winning or Adventure badge!

Bring your blankets, sandcastle gear, and umbrella and join us at Outlook Beach on Fort Monroe! Come and relax, enjoy the day, and leave when ever you'd like. Don't forget your sunscreen, chairs, lunch and snacks. This is a family-friendly event.

Event Leader: TJ Owen - tj@area10church.com

Cost Associated: Free - Bring your own lunch and beach supplies!

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Adventurer, Chill Vibes or Fun Times badge!

Join us for a summer series of unforgettable Trivia Nights—always a great time filled with laughter, friendly competition, and plenty of wonderfully useless information! Play solo or gather a team of up to five and put your knowledge to the test. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while you battle it out for bragging rights and prizes awarded to the top two teams. Each night features a definitive theme, so bring your A-game and your themed trivia chops!(Kids 10 and up are welcome to participate!)

This year's themes:
June 13 - That's So 90s
July 25 - Hobbits, Heroes & Hyperdrives
August 22 - Camp Quizzyaka

Doors open 30 minutes before the event begins. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while you play solo or team up with up to 5 players. Prizes awarded to the top two teams—come ready to compete and have fun!

Event Leader: Topher Lytle - topher@area10church.com

Cost Assosiated: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the #Winning badge!

Looking for something to do on Friday mornings? Let's have a picnic in the park! Two Fridays per month, we will be having a picnic at Maymont park. We will start with a walk around to see the animals, then set up picnic blankets in the shade somewhere and have a picnic! Bring your own blanket and picnic lunch. This event was created with parents of young children in mind, but is open to everyone!

This event will be repeated twice a month! Upcoming dates include:
Friday, August 8
Friday, August 29

Event Coordinator: Kaitlyn Glessner - kaitlynmae012@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free! Bring a blanket and provide a picnic lunch

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Fun Times or Foodie badge!

Join us for an outdoor mini bluegrass festival at Pocahontas State Park, featuring the music of Josh Grigsby and County Line, Tara Mills Band, Hickory Ridge Bluegrass Band, and Hammaville. Gates open one hour before show time. Admission is $20 per person, and children ages 5 and under are free. Bring your own blanket or lawn chair. Advanced tickets are available online or at the Park Office.

Event Leader: Rachel Woolard - rachel@area10church.com

Cost Associated: Admission is $20 per person, and children ages 5 and under are free. Parking fee required at all times: $10 per vehicle for all-day parking (free with annual State Parks pass).

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Fun Times badge!

The wait is over, and summer is here! And with it, the fourth annual A10 Super Slip N' Slide day! Trying to beat the heat in RVA? Head 20 minutes north, where we've stocked up on dish soap and ordered a 100ft clear plastic tarp with pool noodle bumpers. Take a leisurely ride down the slide in the cool water or get a running start and see how fast you can go. If you don't want to slide down, come anyway and hang out with the crew. We'll provide lots of water, drinks, and snacks, but feel free to bring your own. Guaranteed good times!

Event Leader: Pat Leahey - leaheyjamesp@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free

(Since this event takes place at a private residence, the event leader will provide the address after you sign up.)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Fun Times badge!

Whether you're just picking up a pencil or you've been sketching for years, join us at beautiful Pocahontas State Park for a relaxed and inspiring plein air (outdoor) sketching session. Learn the basics of capturing nature on paper, explore simple techniques to bring landscapes to life, and enjoy the peaceful setting as you create.

No experience required—just bring your curiosity, a sketchbook, and your favorite drawing tools. We'll provide guidance, encouragement, and a beautiful natural backdrop to fuel your creativity. Bring water and snacks or a picnic lunch.

Event Leader: Rachel Woolard - rachel@area10church.com

Cost Associated: $10 per vehicle for all day parking (free with annual State Parks pass)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Level Up badge!

A10 paddlers (re)unite! Join us out on the water as we bring back last year's hit and paddle Swift Creek Lake at Pocahontas State Park. Contrary to the name, the gentle current of the creek/lake will not carry you away swiftly. Expect ~2 hours of casual paddling as we paddle to the Swift Creek Dam and back. This is an easy paddling adventure fit for all levels of kayakers, paddleboarders, and canoers so bring (or rent*) your vessel and join us for a few hours on the water.

While you're at it, might I suggest making it a full day and earning more Summer of Fun badges? Zach and Rachel Woolard will be hosting several other events at the state park throughout the day so join us for a day of fun at Pocahontas State Park!

Meet at the Pocahontas State Park Boat Ramp. Parking is available at the boat ramp, but the lot is fairly small. Additional parking is available near the park pool.

*Kayak, paddle board, and canoe rentals are available at the park for $15/hour.

Event Leader: Mark Eason - marke329521@gmail.com

Cost Associated: $10/vehicle to enter the park (good all day)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Adventurer or Fun Times badge!

Are you already an avid birder or possibly just a fledgling looking spread your wings? Join us for a morning of birding at Pocahontas State Park in Chesterfield County. The park is one of the Richmond area\'s premier birding locations, with a great variety of habitats supporting myriad bird species. Expect 2 to 3 miles of slow-paced walking on dirt and gravel trails with several spots to stop and observe the birds. BYOB (bring your own binoculars). We will meet up at Shelter #3 (near the pool by Swift Creek Lake)

Event Leader: Zach Woolard - zachwoolard@gmail.com

Cost Associated: $10 per vehicle for all day parking (free with annual State Parks pass)

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes or Level Up badge!

Come out for a colorful night of roller skating! Skate rentals and walker rentals are available. $6 admission not including rentals. You can bring your own skates too!

Event Leader: Christiana Woodard - christiana.sandoval@yahoo.com

Cost Associated: $6 admission not including rentals

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Fun Times or Level Up badge!

Joseph and Brianne are hosting an afternoon of medium board gaming at their home near Bon Air. We will provide the board games and instructions for games such as Azul, Cascadia, Everdell, ect. Board game newbies are welcome as well!

Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be provided. Our address will be emailed to you upon sign up for this event. Kids are welcome - we find kiddos aged 6+ can usually find a game in our collection to play.

We do have cats in our home.

Event Leaders: Joseph and Brianne - Brianneandjosephbannister@gmail.com

Event Cost: Free

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the #Winning or Level Up badge!

Come out and work on your art/craft project of choice in the company of other creatives. Bring your own supplies and spend time creating and socializing in the art gallery level of the 3North architectural firm building. Coffee and light snacks will be provided.

This event will be repeated monthly. Upcoming dates include:
Saturday, August 2

There will be no childcare provided. Ages 12+ if actively involved in the event.

Event Leader: Amy Martinez - amymartinez27@gmail.com

Cost Associated: Free! Just bring your own supplies.

Summer of Fun Badges:

Each Summer of Fun event you attend earns you a special sticker—or as we like to call them, badges—representing a unique category of fun. Collect badges, make memories, and fill your honeycomb of experiences! Attending this event will earn you the Chill Vibes badge!