Looking for something to do or new experiences in the months ahead? Here are just a few of the upcoming fun events and adventures:

RVA First Fridays

Organized by: The Downtown Neighborhood Association and Richmond Arts District

Where it takes place: Roughly throughout Richmond’s Arts District, running west to east on Broad St. from Laurel St. to 7th, and south to north from Franklin St. to Clay St.

When it takes place: Generally from 5 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of each month

Cost: Generally free, though certain vendors or participants may have their own prices for items More information: www.richmondartsdistrict.org/rva-first-fridays

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First Fridays at the VMHC

Organized by: Virginia Museum of History and Culture

Where it takes place: Virginia Museum of History and Culture at 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd.

When it takes place: From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the first Friday of each month

Cost: Free after-hours admission to the museum, but separate pricing for drinks in the Museum Café and participating food vendors

More information: secure.virginiahistory.org/1912/1913

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Manchester Manifest First Fridays

Organized by: Manchester Manifest and Crenius LLC

Where it takes place: South Side Richmond at 1309 Hull St.

When it takes place: From 5 p.m. to midnight on the first Friday of each month

Cost: Free

More information: www.instagram.com/manchestermanifest

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23rd season of the Riverfront Canal Cruises

Organized by: Venture Richmond

Where it takes place: The Turning Basin at 139 Virginia St.

When it takes place: The 23rd season starts on Saturday, April 1, and runs Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 7 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. that month, then from noon to 7 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays from May to September.

Cost: Tickets cost $12 for adults, $8 for children between the age of 5 to 12 years old and seniors 65 years and older, children age 4 or younger can ride for free. Tickets are sold on a first come, first serve basis in person and online up to 18 hours.

More information: www.venturerichmond.com/our-services/riverfront-canal-cruises

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UnHappy Hour at The Poe Museum

Organized by: The Poe Museum and Garden Grove Brewing

Where it takes place: The Poe Museum at 1914 E. Main Street

When it takes place: Thursday, April 27, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Cost: $12 for non-members, $10 for members

More information: www.poemuseum.org/event/april-unhappy-hour-2

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Dressed to the Nines Jazz Concert

Organized by: The Dr. Billy Taylor Jazz Studies Program at Virginia State University

Where it takes place: The Anderson-Turner Auditorium of the VSU Virginia Hall

When it takes place: Thursday, April 27, at 7 p.m.

Cost: Admission is free.

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Chesterfield Towne Center Carnival

Organized by: Dreamland Amusements

Where it takes place: Chesterfield Towne Center, 11500 Midlothian Tnpk.

When it takes place: From Thursday, April 27, 5 to 10 p.m., to Sunday, May 7, from noon to 10 p.m. for a total of eleven days

Cost: Admission is free, but ride costs vary

More information:

www.dreamlandamusements.com/upcoming-events-amusement-carnival/chesterfield-towne-center-carnival

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2nd Annual RPS Youth Poetry Slam

Organized by: The Writer’s Den

Where it takes place: The Visual Arts Center of Richmond at 1812 W. Main St.

When it takes place: Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Cost: The event is free, but donations are welcome through CashApp and Venmo

More information: Contact @thewritersdenrva on Instagram

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Pine Grove School Historical Highway Marker Ceremony

Organized by: AMMD Pine Grove Project

Where it takes place: The site of Pine Grove School at 267 Pinegrove Road

When it takes place: Saturday, April 29, at 11 a.m.

Cost: Free

More information: ammdpinegroveproject.com or (202) 643.AMMD (2663)

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An Afternoon of History: Rosa Bowser, Richmond Public Library & BHMVA

Organized by: Richmond Public Library and the Black History Museum and Cultural Center. Noted local public historian Elvatrice Belsches will talk about trailblazing civic leader and educator Rosa Bowser.

Where it takes place: The Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia at 122 W. Leigh St.

When it takes place: Saturday, April 29, from Noon to 4 p.m.

Cost: Free, but registration is required

More information: rvalibrary.org/rpl-100

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Blues & Brews in the Bottom

Organized by: 17th Street Market and the Richmond VA Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities

Where it takes place: 17th Street Market When it takes place: Saturday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: Varies based on the vendor

More information: www.facebook.com/events/938940307115078

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I See Me Play in RVA

Organized by: The Children’s Museum of Richmond

Where it takes place: City Stadium, 3201 Maplewood Ave.

When it takes place: Sunday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: Free, though donations are welcome

More information: www.childrensmuseum ofrichmond.org/events/i-see-me-play-in-rva

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Friday Cheers 38th Concert Season

Organized by: Friday Cheers

Where it takes place: Brown’s Island

When it takes place: Every Friday in May and June, starting Friday, May 5 to Friday, June 30 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

Cost: All tickets cost $10 in advance and $15 at the door, though children age 12 and under can attend for free.

More information: www.venturerichmond.com/our-events/friday-cheers

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The Honorable John Charles Thomas presents “The Poetic Justice: A Memoir”

Organized by: The Virginia Museum of History & Culture and the John Marshall Center for Constitutional History & Civics

Where it takes place: Robins Family Forum of the VMHC, 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd.

When it takes place: Tuesday, May 9, at 6 p.m.

Cost: $10 for VMHC members, $20 for non- members

More information: Most people can register at www.secure.virginiahistory.org/1923/2220, while teachers and students can email carolinelegros@ johnmarshallcenter.org to register. Questions can be directed to 804-340-1800.

Compiled by George Copeland Jr.