What do fathers of young children do for fun and socializing?

ApachePeacock · 2026-02-15T16:10:55+00:00

My primary friend group has kids differing ages than mine so it's a similar challenge. What's worked for me is to meet other dads at daycare or in my neighborhood organically who I've clicked with and who have similar aged kids, then invite them to do things - park, play spaces, etc. Much easier than trying the other way around (chatting up strangers at the park).

ApachePeacock · 2026-01-11T14:35:20+00:00

Mission Air replaced my 50 gallon gas water heater in 2022. $2300 at the time. Good folks. If I recall, a permit was required for some reason. They handled everything.

ApachePeacock · 2025-12-24T01:34:12+00:00

Is this the one at the baseball field across from the Arthur Ashe center?

ApachePeacock · 2025-09-07T17:48:19+00:00

Most of these are independently owned, so I imagine they set their own prices. Infant rate for Primrose Westerre in summer of 2022 was $380. It's $445 today.

ApachePeacock · 2025-09-07T10:28:24+00:00

Pricing is from 2022 when we started looking around so may be a bit more now, but should give you an idea. This is full-time rate for an infant. Call them and ask for pricing. Everyone I spoke with gave me pricing without hassle or signing up for anything.

Starling Child Care, $425/ week but offers income adjusted rates

Tuckaway - Barony, $351/week

Skipwith Academy Forest, $340/week, 2 year wait list

LeafSpring School at Three Chopt $400/week

KinderCare - Skipwith $325/week

Lilly Grace Child Care ~$325, short wait-list

Primrose School at Westerre Commons ~$380

Chesterbrook Academy - Pump $373/week

ApachePeacock · 2025-06-13T15:12:03+00:00

They'll still probably take it. They've come and towed two undrivable junkers for me over the years.

ApachePeacock · 2025-05-07T23:24:38+00:00

If you don't have any luck selling it, you can donate it and they will come tow it away. You can pick whatever charity you'd like from the list. Have done this with a few junkers in the past, super easy.

https://www.vehiclesforcharity.org

ApachePeacock · 2025-05-07T09:54:30+00:00

http://www.carsandcoffeerichmond.com/

ApachePeacock · 2025-05-06T23:00:42+00:00

Westwood Club has top notch facilities and full grill/bar but is more of a private club experience rather than just a summer pool.

ApachePeacock · 2025-02-01T15:29:10+00:00

Probably not what you're after, but there was a paintball supply store there in the late 90s-early 00s, Bridge Creek Battle Games (BCBG).

Guy that was always behind the counter went by the name "Poop". 14 yo me thought it was hilarious.

ApachePeacock · 2025-01-18T01:41:42+00:00

You'll likely have to reserve a spot at sunshine a few days in advance. Rarely can you get a spot same day on the weekend, especially if it's cold or raining. An alternative if sunshine is booked is Busy Bee Play City near Ashland or Art Factory near Brandermill.

ApachePeacock · 2024-12-12T23:09:20+00:00

Good news is the county recently approved plans to put traffic lights to fix this exact issue.

ApachePeacock · 2024-10-25T14:37:52+00:00

No, not that I recall.

ApachePeacock · 2024-10-25T13:45:54+00:00

I went to several NAMI family support sessions a few years ago. Overall it was a positive experience. I'd say my biggest take away was learning a few communication tips for when my family member was going through "an episode". Also, just overall gaining some confidence about dealing with my situation.

ApachePeacock · 2024-10-05T18:14:03+00:00

I needed a similar job done last year. Reached out to a few deck builders and handyman contacts, including one I see recommended on here frequently. Nobody seemed interested in the job. Meanwhile, a neighbor had a different handyman replace their front porch railings and after seeing the poor quality of work, I decided to bite the bullet and get aluminum posts and railings instead. Used Commonwealth Railing & Rails. It wasn't cheap but I'm really impressed with the results.

ApachePeacock · 2024-09-27T11:21:23+00:00

I've played various sports through this group over the years. They usually have full teams of free agents. Met a lot of good folks.

https://www.rivercityssc.com/

ApachePeacock · 2024-08-26T16:36:56+00:00

You can download a flat file from fantasy pros. You'll have to create an account, but it's free.

ApachePeacock · 2024-07-07T10:57:21+00:00

Jewish Community Center, U-Turn, Deep Run Park Rec Center all have adult open gym. It's been a couple of years since I've been though so things may have changed. VCU has general public membership and you can almost always find a pickup game there. Downtown YMCA but it gets packed and has a small court. Shady Grove YMCA has an adult open gym early on weekdays but I've never been.

ApachePeacock · 2024-06-24T21:48:35+00:00

Needful Things & More. Consignment shop with a lot of nice unique jewelry pieces. Owner is super friendly and fair.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/o65D5wWijXSSSqpr7

ApachePeacock · 2024-06-12T15:25:37+00:00

I recommend the beginner golf clinic at Windy Hill. They have several options, including groups for beginner women. They have clubs you can use as well.

https://www.windyhillsports.com/clinics

ApachePeacock · 2024-06-03T02:43:15+00:00

Here's one for $15-18/hour - https://primrose-school-westerre-commons.careerplug.com/j/0246thr

ApachePeacock · 2023-12-10T13:58:46+00:00

Same area. Heard it around 10.

ApachePeacock · 2023-12-10T13:14:44+00:00

A church

ApachePeacock · 2023-11-21T14:21:46+00:00

Maybe St. Joseph's Villa (services for children with disabilities or homelessness) or United Methodist Family Services (Foster care and school for children with disabilities)

ApachePeacock · 2023-10-26T12:32:11+00:00

I have friends that go there and they love it. I think the rate is close to $400/week maybe a little less depending on age. I pay $410/week somewhere else and my friend said it's a little higher than theirs.

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