September 2021 Update
Look for this newsletter each month to stay informed. Past issues are available.
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Greetings!
The Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Department hopes you enjoy this quick update of the ongoing activities of the department. Stay informed by visiting our website, and following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. As always, reach out to us if you have questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing you back in the parks, recreation centers, classes, and events.
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Country Concerts
Coming to Chesterfield
EventMakers-USA announced that Chase Rice will be performing as part of the After Hours Concerts at an all new location, the Chesterfield Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road, on Saturday, October 16.
Three-time Country Music Award nominee Chris Janson is set to perform at the Fairgrounds on Friday, Oct. 22. Gates open for both shows at 5 p.m., and the shows start at 6 p.m. Food and beer will be available. Tickets are on sale now.
The series, organized by Eventmakers-USA, started at the Meadow Event Park in Doswell but has since expanded to locations in the Richmond area.
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Fall is the time for
History Lovers
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Eppington Heritage Day: Saturday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free
- Pleasant View School Open House: Saturday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free
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Mid-Lothian Mines Day: Saturday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free
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4-H Programs
Beginning Soon
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The new 4-H year begins Oct. 1, and it’s the best time of year to explore new clubs and programs being offered by Chesterfield 4-H
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4-H Project Clubs - typically year-round, meet regularly, focused on particular projects or contest areas within 4-H
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4-H Spin Clubs - shorter duration with a specific focus. Great way for youth to explore a new interest or try something different. For information, contact Chris Allen.
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50th Anniversary Celebration
and events for October
- Wednesday, Oct. 13, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Fall Sock Hop at Stonebridge Recreation Center
- Thursday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-noon: 50th Anniversary Recreation Nostalgia Series - Croquet at Stonebridge Recreation Center
- Thursday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-noon: 50th Anniversary Recreation Nostalgia Series - Bocce Ball at Stonebridge Recreation Center
50th Anniversary Celebration: Thursday, Oct. 21, noon-3 p.m. at Stonebridge Recreation Center - Join us to celebrate 50 years of Far Out Fun with food, photo displays, music, drawings, activities, and more. Free
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Find Your Park
Video Series
The department, in cooperation with the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors and the Department of Communications and Media, has launched a video series highlighting the county parks system. The first two installments are available for the Bermuda and Clover Hill districts.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
The Bensley Neighborhood Celebration of Hispanic Culture will be held Sunday, Oct. 10, 1-5 p.m. at Bensley Park. Enjoy a futsol challenge event for teens, food, music, dancing, and vendors. The event is free.
View the message from Parks and Recreation Director Bob Smet commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month.
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National Gold Medal Award Recognition |
The National Gold Medal Award Reception for the finalists was held Monday, Sept. 20, in Nashville, TN. Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation was one of four finalists in the Class II category with populations of 150,000 - 400,000. Although Chesterfield was not selected as the Grand Plaque recipient, selection as a finalist recognizes Chesterfield as one of the top four parks and recreation agencies in the nation. Chesterfield’s application reflected accomplishments such as cross-training of maintenance staff to handle additional responsibilities, development of a trails web application, collaboration with Sportable and Sports Backers, development of virtual recreation programs, and many successful events and new facilities designed to serve all facets of the community. View Chesterfield’s video submission. |
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Happening in Chesterfield
county's weekly
e-newsletter
Interested in receiving county-wide news, events, business developments and more directly to your inbox? Subscribe now to the county's weekly e-newsletter, Happening in Chesterfield.
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12140 Harrowgate Road
Chester, VA 23831
804-748-1623
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To enhance the quality of lives for citizens and visitors through First Choice recreation opportunities, experiences, and partnerships. |
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