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SUMMARY:Eat.Talk.Connect.®: A Filipino Boodle Fight Experience
DESCRIPTION:Eat.Talk.Connect.®: A Filipino Boodle Fight Experience 🇵🇭🍚 invites you to share a meal\, stories\, and conversation rooted in Filipino traditions. Taste classic dishes\, hear the meanings behind them\, and learn how food carries history\, memory\, and community. This month\, we’re gathering around a shared banana-leaf spread for an authentic Filipino boodle fight prepared by Tambayan Grill. \nStarting this month\, Tickets are pay what you can\, with a $25 minimum. Regular tickets are $55. Choose an amount that works for you—everyone is welcome. \nThis Culture Encounters gathering supports our mission to build genuine cross-cultural understanding. Come with curiosity\, leave with new connections\, and help create a space where diverse cultures are seen\, heard\, and celebrated. \nJoin us for Circle & Sip\, guided conversation designed to bridge backgrounds and spark genuine connection\, followed by a boodle fight\, a Filipino tradition of eating a shared feast of rice\, grilled meats and seafood by hand\, laid out together on banana leaves\, alongside cultural storytelling. \nCome curious. Leave nourished\, connected\, and with a deeper appreciation for Filipino culture and community. \n\n\n Thursday\, November 19\, 2026 | 5:45 PM\n\n\n The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen\, 2880 Mountain Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\n\n\nSave a Seat
URL:https://cultureencounters.org/event/eat-talk-connect-a-filipino-boodle-fight-experience/
LOCATION:The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen\, 2880 Mountain Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23060\, United States
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SUMMARY:CultureFest Fridays at the Children’s Museum of Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Discover the richness of global cultures with CultureFest Fridays\, a signature initiative in partnership with the Children’s Museum of Richmond! Each month showcases a new culture\, providing a fun and family-friendly way to expand kids’ horizons and connect with the world. \nHappening on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month\, this fun and educational experience is designed for families and children to explore the world through performance and interactive activities. \n✨ What to Expect: \n\nLive Cultural Performances: Enjoy engaging performances that showcase the music\, dance\, and traditions of the featured culture.\nInteractive Sessions: Dive deeper into each culture through hands-on\, interactive experiences that bring global traditions to life.\n\n📅 When & Where: \n\n1st Fridays\, 3:30-4:30 pm: Children’s Museum of Richmond – Downtown Location\n3rd Fridays\, 3:30-4:30 pm: Children’s Museum of Richmond – Chesterfield Location\n\nCheck out upcoming performers: https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events
URL:https://cultureencounters.org/event/culturefest-fridays-at-the-childrens-museum-of-richmond-9/
LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Richmond – Chesterfield Location\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr.\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States
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SUMMARY:CultureFest Fridays at the Children’s Museum of Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Discover the richness of global cultures with CultureFest Fridays\, a signature initiative in partnership with the Children’s Museum of Richmond! Each month showcases a new culture\, providing a fun and family-friendly way to expand kids’ horizons and connect with the world. \nHappening on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month\, this fun and educational experience is designed for families and children to explore the world through performance and interactive activities. \n✨ What to Expect: \n\nLive Cultural Performances: Enjoy engaging performances that showcase the music\, dance\, and traditions of the featured culture.\nInteractive Sessions: Dive deeper into each culture through hands-on\, interactive experiences that bring global traditions to life.\n\n📅 When & Where: \n\n1st Fridays\, 3:30-4:30 pm: Children’s Museum of Richmond – Downtown Location\n3rd Fridays\, 3:30-4:30 pm: Children’s Museum of Richmond – Chesterfield Location\n\nCheck out upcoming performers: https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events
URL:https://cultureencounters.org/event/culturefest-fridays-at-the-childrens-museum-of-richmond-10/
LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Richmond – Downtown Location\, 2626 W Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eat.Talk.Write. - A Taste of the World of Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Hop aboard for a Saturday of flavor\, fun\, and cultural discovery! Join Culture Encounters for a family food tour where we’ll explore the world\, one restaurant at a time. \nWe’ll ride between stops in a festive party bus\, singing along to holiday music as we travel across Richmond to three local restaurants we love. At each stop\, families will taste new dishes\, learn about the culture behind the cuisine\, and connect with other parents and kids along the way. \nOur stops:\nMantu: Afghan cuisine\nThe Patio Thai: Thai cuisine\nIrie Ting Jamaican Grill: Jamaican cuisine \nThis tour is made for kids and families to experience together. It’s a great way to spark curiosity\, try something new\, and make holiday memories as a family. \nDate: Saturday\, December 12\nTime: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM\nCheck-in: 10:00 AM at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen\, Bus departs: 10:30 AM \nTickets: $45 per person (includes party bus transportation and food at all three stops) \nSpots on the bus are limited\, so reserve your family’s seats today! \nSave a Seat
URL:https://cultureencounters.org/event/eat-talk-write-food-tour/
LOCATION:The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen\, 2880 Mountain Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23060\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eat. Talk. Connect.® - International Holiday Dinner
DESCRIPTION:🌍 MANY CULTURES. MANY TRADITIONS. ONE SHARED TABLE. \nA World of Traditions. An Evening of Connection. \nThis holiday season\, Culture Encounters invites you to pull up a chair and experience the world through food\, culture\, and community at our International Holiday Dinner! \nTake your taste buds on a journey across continents as we explore flavors and culinary traditions inspired by celebrations around the world\, including Hanukkah\, Lunar New Year\, Diwali\, Eid\, Kwanzaa\, Songkran\, Christmas\, and more. \nEvery culture has a story\, and food has a beautiful way of bringing those stories to life. From cherished family recipes to traditions passed down through generations\, each dish offers an opportunity to discover something new while celebrating what connects us. \nBecause while our traditions may be different\, the joy of gathering\, sharing a meal\, and creating memories is something we all have in common. \n✨ One evening. A world of flavors. Endless opportunities to connect. \n📅 Thursday\, December 17\, 2026🕠 5:45 PM📍 The Cultural Arts Center at Glen AllenTickets are pay what you can\, with a $25 minimum. Regular tickets are $55. Choose an amount that works for you—everyone is welcome. \nBring your family\, invite a friend\, and join us for an unforgettable evening of food\, fellowship\, and cultural discovery. \nDifferent traditions. Shared experiences. One community. \nSave a Seat
URL:https://cultureencounters.org/event/eat-talk-connect-international-holiday-dinner/
LOCATION:The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen\, 2880 Mountain Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23060\, United States
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SUMMARY:CultureFest Fridays at the Children’s Museum of Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Discover the richness of global cultures with CultureFest Fridays\, a signature initiative in partnership with the Children’s Museum of Richmond! Each month showcases a new culture\, providing a fun and family-friendly way to expand kids’ horizons and connect with the world. \nHappening on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month\, this fun and educational experience is designed for families and children to explore the world through performance and interactive activities. \n✨ What to Expect: \n\nLive Cultural Performances: Enjoy engaging performances that showcase the music\, dance\, and traditions of the featured culture.\nInteractive Sessions: Dive deeper into each culture through hands-on\, interactive experiences that bring global traditions to life.\n\n📅 When & Where: \n\n1st Fridays\, 3:30-4:30 pm: Children’s Museum of Richmond – Downtown Location\n3rd Fridays\, 3:30-4:30 pm: Children’s Museum of Richmond – Chesterfield Location\n\nCheck out upcoming performers: https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events
URL:https://cultureencounters.org/event/culturefest-fridays-at-the-childrens-museum-of-richmond-11/
LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Richmond – Chesterfield Location\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr.\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States
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