Sales Tax Holidays
A new Virginia law combines three separate sales-tax holiday periods into one, from Aug. 7 through Aug. 9. Hurricane preparedness, exemption on school supplies and clothing, and a four-day exemption on items designated as Energy Star. Details: www.tax.virginia.gov and click the “Learn more” link.
Old-Fashioned Doll Day
The Chesterfield Historical Society presents a family friendly event at the County Museum on Saturday, Aug. 15 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Visit a time when children made their own toys from materials found around the home and garden. Make a yarn doll to take home.
Located on the 1917 Court House Green. www.chesterfieldhistory.com