February 3, 2012 - 7-10pm
SORRY. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.
Join Bacchus, the God of Nature, Vine and Wine for:
“A Feast for the Elements”
... some are made friends with fire and some with water, some with air and some with earth....
Enjoy a heavenly variety of
wines, local restaurants samples, live entertainment and huge silent auction
deals all in one evening to support science education, February 3 from 7-10pm. Tickets are $50 by January 31, $60 after.
For even more, include the Divine Reception, from 6-7pm. Enjoy blissful hors d’oeuvres by Smithfield
Station, top rated wine selections, exclusive silent auction deals and live music with the Gods/Goddesses. This "VIP Experience" takes place prior to the main event from 6-7pm. Tickets are $100 and includes the main event from 7-10pm.
Check out complete lists of restaurants, entertainment, auction items and more!
Proceeds benefit the Virginia Living Museum.
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LTC (RET) & Mrs. Robert Ciraulo
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Bob Harper Photography
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Media Sponsor: 
Enjoy a PHOTO GALLERY from BACCHUS 2010 and 2011!
Time: Saturday and Monday 9am-5pm, Sunday noon-5pm
Cost: Activities included in Museum admission. VLM members free, non-members $17 adults, $13 children (ages 3-12).
Planetarium schedule: “A Sky Full of Scales” 11:30am (except Sun.), 12:30pm; “Virginia Skies” 1:30pm; “Legends of the Night Sky: Orion” 2:30pm; “2012: The End of the World? NOT!” 3:30pm; “Follow the Drinking Gourd” 4:30 pm (Sat. only). Members $2 or vouchers, non-members $4, plus admission.
March 3 The City Dark
Do we need the stars? “The City Dark” is a new feature documentary about light pollution and the disappearing sky from the filmmakers who created the award-winning “King Corn and Truck Farm.”
Filmmaker Ian Cheney asks a simple question, “Do we need the stars?” Exploring the threat of killer asteroids in Hawaii, tracking hatching turtles along the Florida coast and rescuing injured birds on Chicago streets, Cheney unravels the myriad implications of a globe glittering with lights. The film features stunning astrophotography and a cast of eclectic scientists, philosophers, historians and lighting designers. It will be followed by discussion with a staff astronomer and observing (weather permitting).
Time: 6pm
Cost: VLM members $5, non-members $8.
March 11 Nature’s Road Show – “What is it” Day
Did you find a shell at the beach, a fossil by a stream, a strange article of clothing with fur in the attic or a part of a skull in the woods? Do you want to know what it is? Bring your treasures to the Museum and we will try to identify them. This is your day to meet with many of the staff and talk with us about your special finds. There is no charge for this unique service; it is included with your admission fee. We will also show some of our own “hidden” treasures.
We cannot keep items for identification purposes nor can we offer value or appraisals. Please do not bring any suspected bird items; it is illegal for individuals to have them. You can look at some of the bird items in our collection.
So bring in the bone, the rocks, the fossils, the “what’s-it’s” and share your stories.
Time: 12:30-4:30pm, Museum open noon-5pm.
Cost: All activities included in Museum admission. VLM members free, non-members $17 adults, $13 children (ages 3-12).
March 31 Celebrate Bees
Family activities
Investigate the secret lives of bees at the Virginia Living Museum. Get a lose-up look at the activity inside museum’s live honeybee hive. Discover the critical role that honeybees and other native bees play in pollination. Learn about the devastating widespread honeybee decline and find out what you can do to help. See different species of bees and bee mimics from museum collections and create BEE-utiful crafts to take home. A local beekeeper will be on hand to share information about keeping honeybees.
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Queen of the Sun: What are the Bees Telling Us? 2pm
This film is a profound, alternative look at the global bee crisis from Taggart Siegel, director of “The
Real Dirt on Farmer John. “ Taking us on a journey through the
catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the
beehive, this engaging and ultimately uplifting film weaves an unusual
and dramatic story of the heartfelt struggles of beekeepers, scientists
and philosophers from around the world.
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Beekeeping Workshop with Gunther Hauk 9am-12:30pm
Learn about beekeeping from Gunther Hauk, who has been a beekeeper
for more than 30 years and is one of the central inspiring figures in
“Queen of the Sun.” Hauk was a teacher for 23 years and was co-founder
of Spikenard Farm in 2006 and the Pfeiffer Center in 1996. He is the
author of “Toward Saving the Honeybee.” He and his wife, Vivian, have a
honeybee sanctuary in Floyd County.
Cost: $45 Register: 757-595-9135 or online.
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Cost: Family activities and film included in Museum admission. VLM members free, non-members $17 adults, $13 children (ages 3-12).
April 21 Celebrate the Earth Day
The Museum celebrates Earth Day with special activities for our animals and guests Saturday, April 21. Observe the animals as they receive toys, treats and other enrichment activities to stimulate natural behaviors. The red wolves and coyotes may devour ice treats, while the raccoons may search for treats in a basket full of newspapers.
Learn ways to help the environment by reducing, reusing and recycling waste. Visit the Goodson Living Green House and Conservation Gardens for green building and gardening tips.
Several environmental organizations will have displays and information about conservation measures. Earth-friendly vendors will show and sell green wares.
There will also be crafts, eco-friendly giveaways, thousands of native plants for sale and earth-friendly animal shows.
Plus, bring your batteries, cosmetic containers, cell phones and old sneakers for recycling.
Time: 9am-5pm
Cost: VLM members free, non-members $17 adults, $13 children (ages 3-12).