American Military Family - June 2023

June 2023

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Get Growing with an Urban Garden FAMILY FEATURES Urban living and lush gardens aren’t as mutually exclusive as one might assume. In fact, it’s possible to cultivate thriving gardens in even the smallest spaces.

The first step toward creating a successful small garden space is planning. Sketching out your garden area with a clear understanding of the actual dimensions is important.

This allows you to allocate adequate growing space for the vegetation you choose and prevent overcrowding. Part of your planning should also take climate into account. If the sun reaches your garden area, knowing what time the sun typically hits matters. Some plants are poorly equipped to handle the strength of direct afternoon rays.

Other matters to consider are the soil quality and whether it is adequate to nourish vegetation. If not, you may need to excavate and refill your planting areas with nutrient-rich gardening soil. Access to water is also a concern; if you’ll be forced to water by can, avoid choosing plants that would better benefit from a thorough hose soaking.

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As you begin planning the actual contents of your garden, don’t hesitate to blend edibles with beauty. Many herbs offer attractive textures and colors that can add variety to a colorful selection of flowering plants. Edible plants such as strawberries offer color from blooms (and later brightly hued fruit), as well as trailing greenery that looks pretty along the edges of potted containers.

If your goal is color, give consideration to the blooming season for your selected plants. Unless you plan to enjoy your garden for just a short season, choose a variety of plants and flowers that bloom throughout your region’s entire growing season.

Especially in the smallest garden spaces, it’s smart to make the most of vertical space. Use a trellis or other structure to encourage vining vegetation to grow upward rather than outward. Hanging baskets or buckets are ideal for inverted growth of plants such as tomatoes or peppers, and shelving or tiered plant stands are handy for creating more plant real estate in smaller garden spaces.

Beautiful gardens need not be limited to those with expansive lawns in rural communities. Though smaller in scale, urban gardens can deliver equal beauty and a surprising volume of edible bounty with proper preparation and design. Find more tips at eLivingtoday.com.

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Summer of Unplugged Fun FAMILY FEATURES

Between school, work, and entertainment, there are times when screens can seem like a pervasive part of modern life. For all the positive aspects of technology, there can also be a desire for children to have stretches of unplugged learning and participate in educational activities that do not require a screen.

Why Unplugged Learning Matters “Unplugged learning is important to balance the screen time children may experience with other forms of learning; to promote physical activities, social interaction and creativity; and develop

the essential skills that bolster them throughout their exploration and growth as individuals,” said Rurik Nackerud from KinderCare’s education team.

Summer can be an ideal time to focus on unplugged learning as it often brings a break from the traditional academic year and activities.

“We want summer to be a time when children can put down technology and connect with one another face-to-face, build important creativity skills and learn how to be social with one another without the buffer of screens,” said Khy Sline CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

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SUMMER FUN FROM PAGE 4 from KinderCare’s education team. “They can play, run, be immature and laugh with their friends, giggle at the silly things and find joys in those in-person interactions with one another.”

Tips for Creating Unplugged Fun as a Family 1. Get Outdoors. Make time as a family to get outside and explore, even if it’s simply a walk around the block after dinner. Help children notice the little things like a bug on the sidewalk or the way the sun filters through tree leaves to make patterns on the ground. Ask them about the things they see and give your children the space to ask questions and work together to find the answers. This helps teach children collaborative learning skills: asking questions, sharing ideas and working together to reach an answer.

2. Read Together. This could mean going to the library to check out new books or exploring your family’s bookshelves for old favorites. Snuggle up together for family story time. If children are old

enough to read on their own, invite them to read to you or their younger siblings. Talk about the story or even act out favorite parts to help your children actively participate in story time, which may help them better understand the story’s concepts.

3. Encourage Creative Thinking. Help children expand their ability to think creatively by working together to make a craft or project. For example, the next time a delivery box arrives at your home, encourage your children to turn it into something new using craft supplies on hand. A blanket could turn a box into a table for a pretend restaurant while some tape or glue could transform it into a rocket ship or train. When everyone’s done creating and playing, the box can be broken down for recycling. This activity can help children literally think outside of the box and apply their own unique ideas and creativity to create something new.

For more tips to encourage unplugged learning this summer, visit kindercare.com.

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Anyone visiting Fort Gregg-Adams (formerly Fort Lee) will immediately notice that there are a lot of people in uniform walking– everywhere.

Many of them have just arrived at the base from their branch’s Basic Training, and that initial training for military service members demands a great deal of physical activity, including high-

impact running and marching.

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system and associated muscles, joints, and ligaments.

and ages, and they may not even realize what is causing their pain and discomfort.

It’s not hard to imagine recruits arriving at Fort Gregg-Adams with discomfort and injuries in their feet, ankles, and legs. That said, career service members may develop orthopedic issues from wear and tear over the years as well.

If you suffer from foot and ankle pain or discomfort, there is a local option to address it quickly: My Foot Guy, located at the PXtra Troop Mall on Fort Gregg-Adams.

“Most people simply just don’t know what they’re experiencing or how to solve it,” said Acheson, adding that many people see a podiatrist and are in-and-out with no real education or guidance other than custom orthotics. Others may choose a retailer only to see a wall of insoles and footwear, typically with no trained and knowledgeable staff to guide them to the right insole or footwear type, much less properly size the footwear. He added that other places people may choose are likely quite expensive while also not properly trained or certified to make recommendations about their feet.

My Foot Guy is owned and operated by Bryan Acheson, Certified Pedorthist & Therapeutic Shoe Fitter. What is a credentialed pedorthist?

According to Merriam-Webster, it is someone who specializes in the art and practice of designing, making, and fitting therapeutic shoes for relieving painful or disabling conditions of the feet. The Pedorthic Footcare Association defines the role more broadly as a specialist in using footwear - which includes shoes, shoe modifications, foot orthoses, and other pedorthic devices - to solve problems in, or related to, the foot and lower limb.

Acheson will tell you that he has a passion for helping people and truly cares about the impact he has on people’s lives. “I wanted to make overcoming foot, knee, hip, and low back pain easy, convenient, and educate them on their condition(s).”

For him, the game is not just “afoot”- it’s everyone’s feet, from those of military trainees and career service members to veterans, high school athletes, and retirees. Orthopedic conditions can affect people of all backgrounds

Fortunately for the Fort Gregg-Adams and Tri-Cities community, there is an option for more knowledgeable and personalized help with your feet. The My Foot Guy shop has advanced technology ideal for finding the right fit for people in need of pedorthic attention. According to Acheson, in-store customers can be assisted in as little as 20-30 minutes. He can also go mobile to a home or business, and those mobile appointments take about an hour. At My Foot Guy’s brick-and-mortar store, no appointments are required, and walk-ins are always welcome.

Acheson emphasized that helping people is his passion, certainly a matter of both heart and sole.

My Foot Guy is located in the heart of the PXtra Troop Mall at 1431 Sustainment (formerly Mahone) Avenue on Fort Gregg-Adams. For more information, call 804-821-1321. Nonmilitary folks are welcome to get a visitor’s pass at the main gate for entry onto the base.

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Better-for-You Foods Focused on Flavor FAMILY FEATURES

From salads and snacks to breakfast, lunch and dinner, rounding out a full menu of healthy meals shouldn’t be a chore. In fact, you can still enjoy your favorite flavors and tickle your taste buds with nutritious recipes that capitalize on powerful ingredients you actually want to eat.

A fruit-forward breakfast is a nutritious way to start your morning. Bowls filled with grains, veggies and a favorite protein are all the rage, and this seafood-fueled version is no exception when you’re craving a combination of your personal favorites.

Take your better-for-you eating plan from bland and boring to delightfully delicious by visiting Culinary.net for more recipe inspiration.

Eat Smart with Seafood No matter if you’re searching for a healthy family dinner, a quick lunch at home or an easy idea to meal prep for the week ahead, these Orange Shrimp Quinoa Bowls are perfect for seafood lovers who also enjoy a hint of spice.

Fresh, healthy and full of deliciously prepared shrimp, these bowls are also loaded with mushrooms, peppers and cucumbers.

The homemade sauce is light with a sweet yet spicy vibe. Resting over a cup of steamy quinoa for a filling base of healthy grains, it’s a quick and easy recipe you can customize with favorite toppings like sesame seeds and cilantro.

Orange Shrimp Quinoa Bowls Servings: 2 • 1 cup quinoa • 1 cup orange juice • 1 tablespoon hot sauce • 1 tablespoon honey • 1 tablespoon soy sauce • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 tablespoon lime juice • 1 tablespoon white miso • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed

• 1/4 cup butter • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/8 teaspoon pepper • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced • 1 red bell pepper, diced • 1 cucumber, sliced into half moons • 5 green onions, sliced • 1 avocado, sliced • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Directions: 1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside.

2. In medium bowl, whisk orange juice, hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, vegetable oil, lime juice and miso until combined. Pour 1/4 of liquid into separate bowl.

Set aside.

3. Add shrimp to remaining mixture and marinate 15 minutes.

4. Heat large skillet over

medium heat with butter.

Add shrimp, salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes on each side until pink. Add mushrooms and cook until tender.

5. In two serving bowls, divide quinoa, bell pepper, cucumber, onions, avocado and shrimp. Sprinkle sesame seeds and cilantro over both bowls.

6. Drizzle with reserved dressing.

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Brunch Fruit Tart Recipe adapted from homemadeinterest.com Crust: • 4 cups granola mixture • 1/2 cup butter, softened • 4 1/2 tablespoons honey • nonstick cooking spray Filling: • 2 1/4 cups vanilla

Greek yogurt • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 package gelatin Toppings: • strawberries, sliced

1. To make crust: Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. In large bowl, combine granola, butter and honey. Grease 11-inch tart pan with nonstick cooking spray. Line bottom of tart pan with parchment paper.

3. Press granola mixture into tart pan. Place tart pan on baking sheet and bake 10 minutes. Cool

completely.

4. To make filling: Using mixer, combine yogurt, cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract and gelatin until whipped completely.

5. Pour yogurt mixture into tart crust. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.

6. Top with strawberries, blueberries and kiwis.

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TICKET Virginia Renaissance Faire May 13th - June 11th Lake Anna Winery 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania varf.org Join us May 13-June 11th for the 21st season of the Virginia Renaissance Faire! Five weekends of revelry and merriment, 10am-5pm, Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event at the ticket booth.

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Thu, June 1st - Sun, June 4th Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral 30 Malvern Ave, Richmond Come join us to celebrate our 45th Annual Richmond Greek Festival! Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral is proud to host one of Richmond’s Best Festivals. Come share our legendary food, dancing, and music. Tour our beautiful sanctuary and learn more about the Orthodox religion. Browse through the beautiful art, jewelry, and amazing finds in the International Bazaar. Admission is free. Times: 11am - 9:00 pm (Thursday); 11am – 10:00 pm (Friday-Saturday); 12 pm – 6:00 pm or until sell out (Sunday).

200 Years of Centre Hill!

The Willie Williams Band w/ Jonathan Facka

Fri, June 2nd: 6pm - 9pm The Iron Works 30 W. Old St, Petersburg Do you know Brian “Willie” Williams of Sky Dog? Well he has assembled two more of his friends to create The Willie Williams Band. (So you know it’s got to be good.) Newcomer Jonathan Facka will start the music at 6, The Willie Williams Band will take the stage at 7. We are so fortunate to have them on our stage! Make plans now to catch this show!

Sat, June 3rd: 10am - 5pm Centre Hill Museum 1 Centre Hill Ave, Petersburg Join us to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of Centre Hill Mansion on Saturday, June 3, 2023! We’ll be hosting a fascinating lecture series from 10:00am to Noon and will then have an Open House of this City of Petersburg treasure from 1:00 to 5:00pm! Light refreshments will also be served.

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Harbor Blast Presents: Art & Music- A Curated Event

7th Anniversary Celebration & Strawberry Blonde Ale Release

Harbor Blast presents Art & Music - A Curated Event. Live music. Juried art show.

Delicious food and beverages, beer, wine & cocktails. Relaxing river view. Live music by Kat Hansen, Slim Statton, Tracey Mustain, Rich and Sara Moore, Buddy Lee and The Mockingbird Hill Band. Free Parking. No pets. No outside food or beverages may be brought onto the property. Folding chairs and blankets to sit on by the river are welcome. RAIN DATE: Sunday, June 4, 2023 (10am-6pm).

Come out and help us celebrate, we wouldn’t be here without you! Seven year anniversary plus our Strawberry Blonde Ale release! Food specials plus live music all day: 12pm-3pm Mackenzie Roark; 3pm-6pm Happy Little Trees; 6pm-9pm Sammy Lee.

Sat, June 3rd: 10am - 6pm Appomattox Boat Harbor 1604 Fine St, Prince George

Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings

Fri, June 9th & Sat, June 10th Virginia Motorsports Park 8018 Boydton Plank Rd, Dinwiddie Ticketing is NOW OPEN for when the Street Outlaws come to Virginia Motorsports Park on June 9th - 10th! This season is going to be the BIGGEST, BADDEST, and FASTEST No Prep Kings competition anyone has ever seen. Come see the LIVE filming of Season 6 and be a part of TV history when they battle it out for street cred and a huge cash prize! **BEST VALUE** VIP NO LIMIT SUPER FAN ticket holders get into the pits and venue 2 hours before everyone else. Meet & interact with your favorite Street Outlaws and beat the larger crowds + A TON MORE PERKS!

Sat, June 3rd: 12pm - 10pm Trapezium Brewing Company 423 3rd St, Petersburg

Magnolia w/ Joey Davis Fri, June 9th: 6pm - 9pm The Iron Works 30 W. Old St, Petersburg One of the area’s favorite bands is gracing the stage on June 9. Magnolia is chocked full of talent and plays everyone’s favorites! Come ready to dance!! Joey Davis is going to start the music at 6 and Mags will start at 7!

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TICKET Amelia Lavender Festival

Sat, June 10th: 9am-7pm Sun, June 11th: 10am-4pm Windsor Lavender Farm 3110 Burton Rd, Amelia Courthouse Nearly 50 craft vendors, food trucks, sweets and drinks, a petting zoo, 6 live string bands ranging from Country, Bluegrass, and Folk! Bring a folding chair, enjoy the live entertainment, have a bite to eat and of course remember to visit the “you pick lavender” booth to cut your own bouquets straight from our field! Our farm store also has essential oils and other lavender related products for you to purchase and take home. Guest passes are just $10 each day, children under 10 are free.

Taste of India Sat, June 10th: 10am - 8pm Cultural Center of India, Virginia 6641 Ironbridge Pkwy, Chester We are so excited to bring you CCI’s signature event ‘Taste of India’ this year on June 10th, 2023!

Please join us for a day full of fun, food, dances, and shopping.

Crossroads & the Beast

Sat, June 10th: 2pm or 5pm Perkinson Center for the Arts 11810 Centre St, Chester We are ready for adventures with our storybook production inspired by one of the most beloved tales ever told, Beauty and the Beast. Say ‘bonjour’ to Belle as she puts her fears to the test and, along with her enchanted friends, finds the courage to discover true love is ever a surprise. So, we invite you to relax and pull up a chair to experience a culinary cabaret of our talented, energetic dancers! Presented by Crossroads Irish Dance.

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Richmond Symphony

Sat, June 10th: 7pm Pocahontas State Park 10301 State Park Rd, Chester Take in the sounds of the Richmond Symphony at the Heritage Amphitheater while surrounded by the beauty of Pocahontas State Park. Gates open one hour before show time. Admission is free. Parking fee required at all times. This event is sponsored by Friends of Pocahontas State Park and Chesterfield Parks and Recreation. The Richmond Symphony is partially funded by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Conductor - Daniel Myssyk.

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Campbell’s Bridge

Sat, June 10th: 8pm Dinwiddie Moose Lodge 7212 Boydton Plank Rd, Petersburg Ready for a Rockin’ Country Music good time? We are! We’ll be at the Dinwiddie Moose from 8pm to midnight, and don’t forget to wear your boots made for dancing!

Heart of Ireland Takes Flight!

Sun, June 11th: 3pm Perkinson Center for the Arts 11810 Centre St, Chester The Heart of Ireland Takes Flight! presented by Heart of Ireland, Central Virginia’s premiere Irish Dance company, features Irish dances set to themes inspired by anything that takes flight. Come see world champion Irish dancers perform innovative choreography in this exciting and fun show! Heart of Ireland has performed throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe and has been featured at Disney World and Busch Gardens Williamsburg. This show is for all ages.

Curiosity Camp Out

Sat, June 10th - Sun, June 11th Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W. Broad St, Richmond That’s right, instead of spending the night inside the Science Museum, we’re moving the fun outdoors! Sleeping under the stars will get campers excited for the constellation viewer, star wheel and satellite building activities. After a live astronomy show followed by a journey through some of North America’s most beautiful landscapes in Into America’s Wild in The Dome, it’s time to turn the flashlights off for a memorable urban camping experience. Activities are designed for campers age 8–14, but anyone older than 7 may attend. This event is limited to 150 participants and will sell out! Be sure to secure your spot early! https://smv.org/explore/things-to-do/curiosity-camp-out/

Caleb Stine w/ Cody Christian

Fri, June 16th: 6pm - 9pm The Iron Works - 30 W. Old St, Petersburg - Caleb Stine is a singer, guitarist, songwriter, and visual artist. His songs seek to uncover the mysteries of our shared humanity that live just below the surface of everyday experiences. His music has drawn comparisons to Townes Van Zandt and Willie Nelson, but Caleb’s songs are uniquely his own. Flying just below the mainstream radar, Stine has self-released over a dozen albums, opened shows for artists like Jason Isbell, Bombino, and Sam Bush, acted Off-Broadway, and drawn story-boards for John Waters, while dynamically keeping the live shows rolling for fifteen years. Singer/songwriter Cody Christian hails from Powhatan VA.

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TICKET The Great Appomattox River Duck Race & Festival

Sat, June 17th: 4pm - 10pm Appomattox Boat Harbor 1604 Fine St, Prince George Fun at the river for the whole family! The Great Appomattox Duck Race & Festival is here to benefit homeless pets in our community! Everyone is encouraged to adopt a rubber duck NOW…then spend a fun-filled day at the festival to cheer on their duck as they race down the Appomattox River. The grand prize is guaranteed to be at least $500 in cash, and the prize amounts will increase with the number of ducks adopted. Anyone 18 & up can adopt a duck for just $5. Proceeds from The Great Appomattox River Duck Race benefit Off the Chain Animal Rescue, a local 501c3 charity. Rubber ducks are available for adoption online using a credit card at Eventbrite.com or you can adopt a duck in person (cash only) at the Appomattox Boat Harbor & Harbor Blast events PRIOR TO THE DAY OF THE EVENT.

Fool of Illusions

Sat, June 17th: 7pm Perkinson Center for the Arts 11810 Centre St, Chester The Magic of Laughter presents Reggie Rice’s FOOL OF ILLUSIONS, a familyfriendly show that promises to be an unforgettable theatrical ride full of mindblowing magic, hilarious comedy, and foolish antics. Reggie Rice is a three-time Comedy Magician of the Year in DC and has opened for Jordin Sparks and former First Lady Michelle Obama on five occasions. He has been featured on the Travel Channel and has performed for hundreds of thousands of people worldwide, including celebrities like Kevin Hart, Ryan Seacrest, and Shaquille O’Neal. FOOL OF ILLUSIONS is a 90-minute show filled with spectacular brandnew illusions that will have everyone on the edge of their seats with pure fun and excitement. Reggie’s comedic timing, impeccable magic skills, and unique style make this show a must-see for all ages.

Deau Eyes

Sat, June 17th: 6pm - 9pm Trapezium Brewing Company 423 3rd St, Petersburg Deau Eyes is Ali Thibodeau: Richmond, Virginia born and raised singer, songwriter, actress, choreographer, and much more! For most of her life, Thibodeau has been part of the ensemble — dancing, speaking, and singing from a script. It has only been in recent years that she has listened to herself, to her original inner voice, and began to translate her wide range of experiences into her own music. Her debut album Let It Leave, set to release in May 2020 on EggHunt Records, was recorded in January of 2018 at Trace Horse Studios in Nashville, TN. The songs celebrate the joys and complications of a liminal life — balancing between freedom and stability, falling into and out of love, and trusting yourself through the noise of other people’s expectations.

East of Blue Ridge w/ Jonathan Page Brown Fri, June 23rd: 6pm - 9pm The Iron Works 30 W. Old St, Petersburg Throwing down with the boys of East of Blue Ridge. Sure to be a good time. Opening up will be Jonathan Page Brown at 6. This show is likely to sell out, get your tickets early!

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Fri, June 23rd: 6:30pm Indian Fields Tavern 9220 John Tyler Memorial Hwy, Charles City Break out the spandex and fanny packs- it’s 80’s Night at Indian Fields Tavern! Back by popular demand, join us for another concert event in our open air barn featuring The Deloreans! General Admission Information: Tickets purchased through Eventbrite, $20.00 + service/processing fee. Rain or Shine. No Refunds. Free Parking. Restaurant hours: 11:30am - 9:00pm. Barn Concert Venue: Doors open at 3:30pm (gravel flooring- wear appropriate shoes). Food & beverage available for purchase from the Thirsty Fox and Matchsticks BBQ Food Truck. *No outside food or alcoholic beverages. No pets permitted at ticketed events*

Brews, Blues, & BBQ Festival

Sat, June 24th: 4pm - 10pm Appomattox Boat Harbor 1604 Fine St, Prince George Harbor Blast brings you a new twist on the riverside festival with live blues bands, vendors, and circle the food trucks - BBQ of every kind imaginable. Beer, wine, cocktails, and Jell-O shots with multiple tiki bars by the river for those 21 and over. Charge tickets with a credit card on Eventbrite or pay cash at the gate.

Alternative food and drink selections will be available, including vegan and glutenfree options. FREE PARKING. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. No outside food or drinks may be brought into the venue. No pets are allowed in the festival area.

Honeybee Festival

Sat, June 24th: 10am - 2pm Rockwood Park 3401 Courthouse Rd, Richmond Swarm the park! The 12th annual Honey Bee Festival will “swarm” and spread throughout Rockwood Park, creating a great experience for the entire family. This free festival will be filled with fun activities and educational programs including demonstrations, “buzz talks”, honey tastings, and children’s activities. Vendors will offer a variety of bee related and pro-pollinator items, as well as local honey.

Admission is free. Details: rockwoodbeekeepers.com

The Temptations & The Four Tops Thur, June 29th: 6pm River City Sportsplex 13030 Genito Rd, Midlothian Chesterfield After Hours brings you The Temptations and The Four Tops at the River City Sportsplex. Thursday, June 29, 2023 - Gates 5:00 PM // Show 6:00 PM. Tickets On Sale Now!

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