Richmond Peace and Pals

Need a fun, creative activity? Look no further than Paint and Sip at Muse! Our artist instructors will lead you step-by-step through the painting process - no prior art experience required! Tickets cost $32, and they also have a variety of different drinks (including alcoholic and non-alcoholic) as well as delicious snacks!

Come join us for a cozy afternoon of creativity and connection! Meet new friends while decorating your very own miniature pumpkin — all supplies (pumpkins and paint) will be provided. Let your imagination run wild and take your masterpiece home to display!

There’s no cost to attend, but a $5 donation is greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of supplies.

We can’t wait to see your spooky, silly, and spectacular pumpkin designs!

Join us each month as we dive into a different banned or challenged book and explore the stories that have sparked conversation, controversy, and change.

You’re welcome to bring snacks, drinks, and your own notes or thoughts to share! We’ll have guided discussion questions ready, but open conversation is encouraged.

✨ Don’t worry if you haven’t finished the book — come for the discussion, stay for the community.

📖 November’s Pick: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Let’s celebrate the freedom to read and connect over powerful stories that have stood the test of time.

Letters Against Isolation (LAI) is a nonprofit organization that combats loneliness among seniors by sending them friendly, handwritten letters and cards. 💌

It was founded in 2020 by two sisters, Saphira and Shreya Luria, during the COVID-19 pandemic, when many older adults were feeling especially isolated due to lockdowns. The program grew quickly and now serves thousands of seniors living in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and senior centers across the U.S., Canada, and beyond.

Here’s how it works:

• Volunteers sign up online and can choose which senior communities to write to.
• They write uplifting, positive letters — no heavy topics, politics, or religion — just friendly notes to brighten someone’s day.
• Volunteers then mail their letters to participating facilities, which distribute them to residents.