With the entire legislature up for election this year, Equality Virginia announced the endorsement of 89 General Assembly candidates — eight of whom identify on the LGBTQ+ spectrum.
Former Del. Joshua Cole, a Democratic candidate for a House seat based in Stafford County and Fredericksburg, speaks at an Equality Virginia and Human Rights Campaign event on the grounds of the state Capitol on Thursday.
Experience the gardens and beautiful flowers for Genworth Free Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. On Labor Day, all visitors receive free admission, including access to Incanto: An Oasis of Lyrical Sculpture and M&T Bank Butterflies LIVE! Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the sounds of Americana band The Whiskey Rebellion at noon. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1800 Lakeside Ave. Free. www.lewisginter.org or (804) 262-9887.
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'Napoleon Dynamite' Live
Saturday
Watch a screening of "Napoleon Dynamite," the indie classic about an awkward teen and his friends as they campaign for class president, at The National. Almost 20 years after its debut, the film is still one of the most-quoted comedies. A conversation with fan favorites Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Efren Ramirez (Pedro) and Jon Gries (Uncle Rico) follows the movie. Doors open at 7 p.m.; movie starts at 8 p.m. 708 E. Broad St. $37-$124. thenationalva.com or (888) 929-7849.
Courtesy of The National
Sounds of 17th Street Market
Friday
Experience a night of music and good vibes with Good Shot Judy at Sounds of 17th Street, a monthly concert series that showcases the best music and entertainment in Richmond. Bring a comfy chair to enjoy the show or dance the night away under the stars. 7 p.m. 17th Street Market, 100 N. 17th St. Free. www.rva.gov/summer.
Jerry Posenau
'POTUS'
Starts Friday
Tony Award-nominated Broadway show "POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive” starts its run at Virginia Rep's November Theatre. "POTUS" is a comedy about the seven brilliant women behind the man in charge and the risks they take to keep him out of trouble. 114 W. Broad St. Times vary. $39-$59. (804) 282-2620 or va-rep.org. Through Oct. 1.
Former Del. Joshua Cole, a Democratic candidate for a House seat based in Stafford County and Fredericksburg, speaks at an Equality Virginia and Human Rights Campaign event on the grounds of the state Capitol on Thursday.
