Every week Radio Free Richmond provides an offering of events in the city. Here's what's happening from August 1st through the 7th.

Carnival of Stars

What: A two day long celebration of all things belly dancing, comic book, horror and sci-fi related. There will be special vendors offering veils, jewelry, and other specialities.

When: 10 am to 10 pm, Saturday, August 2nd and Sunday, August 3rd

Where: 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond

Why: Never before has such a hybrid of sci-fi, belly dancing, horror, and comics presented itself to the public -- this is a special opportunity.

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Health fair in the park

What: Richmond Faith Initiative Collaborative Community Health Fair.

When: Saturday, August 2nd from 11 am to 4 pm

Where: Nicholl Park, Richmond

Why: Because this is an event to get free health screenings, do Zumba line dancing, and enjoy family-oriented entertainment

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Farming village on Main Street

What: The Main Street Initiative, a local revitalization organization, brings the farm to downtown Richmond in an effort to promote health and good eating.

When: Friday, August 1st from 12 pm to 2 pm

Where: Harbour Way and Macdonald Avenue, Richmond

Why: This is a chance to sample and even take home farm-fresh produce while learning about healthy eating. Plus, there will be pony rides.

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Puppets of the shadows

What: A shadow puppet theatre where attendees can learn about techniques of the craft while enjoying folk tales from around the world

When: Tuesday, August 5th from 3 pm to 4 pm

Where: Richmond Public Library Main Branch, 325 Civic Center Plaza Richmond

Why: Shadow puppet shows are few and far between, and learning how to do the craft from professionals is even more rare. This event will offer both.

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Music at The Baltic

What: Reed Fromer Band performs at The Baltic

When: Friday, August 1st at 9:30 pm

Where: The Baltic, 135 Park Place, Point Richmond

Why: Reed Fromer Band is back for their standing set, every first Friday of the month. Come out for some R'n'B and Funk.

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Painting on the hill

What:  A lesson in painting with artist Rachel Gold. This week, the theme is the Bay Bridge at sunset.

When: Monday, August 4th at 7 pm

Where: 3101 Garrett Way, Richmond

Why: Everyone could go for a free painting lesson every once in a while. And this lesson also happens to take place next to a Chevy's, so there will be Mexican food aplenty.

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