Weekend Top 10

DEC 13ComedySportz Richmond will present the 9th annual Improv Festivus Dec. 13-16 at the CSz Richmond Theater, 8906 W. Broad Street. Eight shows over three nights will feature more than 100 improvisors and 30 troupes from across the country. The festival also will include many workshops and master classes throughout the weekend. For showtimes and to purchase tickets, visit improvfestivus.com. All proceeds from Improv Festivus help support Yes Balloon, the nonprofit behind CSz Richmond. *** This event has been canceled Tuckahoe Family YMCA, 9211 Patterson Avenue, will host Family Glow Night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Don yourself in glow sticks and experience the rock wall and Ninja Warrior obstacle course in a whole new “light.” For ages four and older. Admission is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers and includes a pizza dinner. For details, visit facebook.com/TuckahoeYMCA.

DEC 14
Henrico Recreation and Parks will present Santa Paws at Short Pump Park, 3329 Pump Road, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Take home a holiday photo keepsake with Santa and shop local vendors for unique pet-friendly gifts. Dogs are invited to play in the dog park and concessions will be available for purchase. The event is free. For details, email rec-events@henrico.us.

The movie “The Grinch” (2018, PG, 85 minutes) will play at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Road. A grumpy grinch goes on a mission to ruin Christmas for the village of Whoville, but a young girl’s generous holiday spirit changes his mind. Enjoy a story time with Santa and songs from the movie performed by Blended Voices one hour prior to the movie. Tickets and concessions are $1 each. For details, call 652-1460 or visit henricolive.com.

The annual James River Parade of Lights, sponsored by the James River Advisory Council in cooperation with Henrico Recreation and Parks, will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Henrico County’s viewing celebration will take place at Osborne Park and Boat Landing, 9530 Osborne Turnpike. Activities and entertainment include a visit from Santa, live music, a bounce house, holiday face painting and more. The Big Toy Parade, sponsored by the Richmond Battlefield Ruritans, will precede the parade at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For details, call 501-7275 or email rec-events@henrico.us.

Tuckahoe Plantation, 12601 River Road, will host its annual Christmas Celebration from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy a candlelight tour of the historic mansion, decorated in 18th-century style, and learn about the plantation’s history and Colonial Christmas traditions. There also will be treats and cider, crafts for kids, story time with Mrs. Claus, a small market with gifts for sale and more. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 5-12 and free for children under five. For details, visit tuckahoeplantation.com.

The Biltmore Christmas Store at Biltmore Baptist Church, 1300 New York Avenue in Glen Allen, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. Shop for new and gently used gifts, decorations, toys, games, jewelry and more. There will also be a gift wrapping table, hot cider, homemade cookies and a visit from Santa. For details, call 901-4193 or visit biltmorechurch.org.

The James River Singers will perform at 7 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2315 N. Parham Road. The concert will include traditional carols with a twist arranged by contemporary composer Ola Gjeilo, a baroque “Magnificat,” pieces by Gorecki and Orlando de Lassus, a sing-along and more. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Autism Society of Central Virginia. Tickets are $5 to $15. For details, call 757-814-5446 or visit thejamesriversingers.org.

The Central Virginia Wind Symphony will present their 15th Annual Holiday Spectacular at two concerts in Henrico: Dec. 14 – 5 p.m. at Regency Mall; and Dec. 15 – 3 p.m. at the University of Richmond’s Modlin Center for the Arts. The ensemble is comprised of high school musicians from across Central Virginia, including the county of Henrico. It was formed in the fall of 2005, led by Music Director Mike Goldberg and Operations Manager Don Talley. Both concerts are free and open to the community. For details, visit thewindsymphony.com.

DEC 15
Jae Sinnett's Zero to 60 Quartet will perform at 7 p.m. at The Tin Pan, 8982 Quioccasin Road. Drummer, composer and band leader Jae Sinnett has produced 15 albums, the first of which, “Obsession,” was released in 1986. His 2016 album “Zero to 60” featured a classic jazz quartet comprised of Ralph Bowen on tenor saxophone, Allen Farnham on piano, Hans Glawischnig on bass, and Sinnett on drums. Sinnett has scored music for five documentaries and is a jazz producer and host for an NPR affiliate in Norfolk. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $15. For details, call 447-8189 or visit tinpanrva.com.