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Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation

Chesterfield, VA Parks & Rec provides recreational opportunities and facilities for an active life.
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With more than 50 public parks and 5,000 acres of green space, the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department offers many opportunities for residents to engage in recreation and outdoor pursuits. The county is also home to athletic complexes, where sports tournaments and athletic events are hosted. In addition, the parks system maintains many historical sites, an extensive trail system an

d several conservation areas. Three recreation centers, in Bensley and Ettrick parks and at Stonebridge, the Rockwood Nature Center and the County Fairgrounds are part of the facility inventory. A wide variety of recreation services are offered, catering to the unique interests of citizens. The department’s Program Guide outlines recreation services in these areas: sports and athletics, classes, special events, therapeutic recreation, outdoor adventures, programs for older adults, nature programs, summer camps and historical interpretation. Visit our website for more information: www.chesterfield.gov/parks

11/09/2023

In honor of Veterans Day all county offices, Rockwood Nature Center, recreation centers, and historic sites will be closed Friday, Nov. 10, in honor of Veterans Day. Parks will remain open.

11/09/2023

🚨 Park Update: The dock at Robious Landing Park will be removed for the winter season on Monday, Nov. 13.

11/09/2023

Mark your calendar for this weekend as Chesterfield County will host two events in honor of Veterans Day.

Upcoming Veteran's Day Events:
▪ Saturday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day Ceremony at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 2 p.m.
▪ Sunday, Nov. 12, Veterans Day Motorcycle Rally at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Note: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation offices will be closed in honor of the holiday on Friday, Nov. 10.

11/08/2023

🏠 If you are a caregiver for a family member, this programs may be a great help to you.

Caregiver Café is bringing together community organizations to discuss unique topics related to caregiving.

📍 Wednesday, Nov. 8, at Stonebridge Recreation Center, any time between 4-7 p.m.

Topics will include:
▪ Medication Management
▪ Life Planning & Legal Information
▪ Caregiver Wellness & Brain Health
▪ Stress Management & Respite
▪ Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance

To register or for more information, contact 804-768-7878 or [email protected]

11/08/2023

We are for Principal Recreation Specialist - Nature Center!
This full-time position will work with our amazing staff over at Rockwood Nature Center.

This positions closes Sunday, Nov. 19. To apply or learn more about this position visit Chesterfield.gov/Careers.

‼Other Open Positions:
▪ Principal Labor Crew Chief - Park Operations District 6
▪ Recreation Activity Specialist II - Beulah Recreation Center
▪ Seasonal Parks & Recreation Worker – Operations/Event Staff – River City Sportsplex
▪ Seasonal Parks & Recreation Worker – Winter Basketball Program

11/07/2023

🎯 Congratulations to the winners at the Star Shooters Tournament last week! Looks like you all had a great time. Below are the winners for each age group.

🏆Winners By Age Groups:
9-10 Years Old's:
3rd Place – Benjamin Iacona
2nd Place – Alex Smith
1st Place – Daniel Diocedo

11-12 Years Old:
3rd Place – Daphne Pagnotti-Roswick
2nd Place – Penelope Smith
1st Place – Finley McLaughlin

13 & Up:
3rd Place – Finnegan Davis
2nd Place – Evelyn Becker
1st Place – Abby Wells and Ila Patrick

11/06/2023

This weekend Chesterfield County will host two events in honor of Veterans Day.

Upcoming Veteran's Day Events:
▪ Saturday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day Ceremony at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 2 p.m.
▪ Sunday, Nov. 12, Veterans Day Motorcycle Rally at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Note: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation offices will be closed in honor of the holiday on Friday, Nov. 10.

11/06/2023

A great informational meeting for those wanting to quilt.

This meeting will take place next Tuesday, Nov. 7, 1-3 p.m. at Stonebridge Recreation Center.

To save a seat, call 804-768-7885.

11/04/2023

⏰ Don't forget Daylight Savings tomorrow! We fall back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5.

11/03/2023

Here’s the drink list for tomorrow’s Hops in the Park event!!

🍂🍂🍂HOPS IN THE PARK🍂🍂🍂

📆 Saturday, November 4

⏱noon - 6 p.m.

🎟Admission to Hops in the Park is free! There are two different types of beer tickets to purchase, $7 - 12oz full pour OR $3 - 4oz tasting pour

The beer list is looking great for this year we've got seasonal beers like Hardywood's Gingerbread Stout, Ardent's Sweet Potato & Sage, Beale's Brunch Stout; and enough IPA's for this to be a proper Richmond area beer event! At last county we've got almost 50 different types of beer for you to try, so come out and enjoy a beautiful out along the river.

Special thanks to all the breweries involved, those who come out and pour their beer, and Brown's Distribution for helping out with Hops in the Park year after year🍻
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📸Chris Beasley

11/03/2023

🍻Hops In the Park is tomorrow!
This Saturday, Nov. 4, swinging by and join in the fun of good music and even better drinks!

📍Saturday, Nov. 4, at Henricus Historical Park, noon-6 p.m. | Free event - food and beverages sold separately.

For more information visit HopsInThePark.com

11/03/2023

Mark you calendar to stop by Huguenot Road Baptist Church as they host American Red Cross for a blood drive in November.

Monday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at Huguenot Road Baptist Church, 10525 W Huguenot Road

11/02/2023

🍂 Don't let a little chill stop you from enjoying your weekend!

It's going to be gorgeous with the chilly mornings and comfortable days. Your has a few programs that may interest you and an exciting event over at Henricus Historical Park.

Weekend in the Park:
🍻 Saturday, Nov. 4, Hops in the Park at Henricus Historical Park, noon-6 p.m. | Free – Purchases for food/beverages available.
🥋 Saturday, Nov. 4, Black Belt Diva Women's Self Defense Workshop at Ettrick Recreation Center, 9-11 a.m. | $30 - Course 42737
🐕 Sunday, Nov. 5, Dog Agility - Intro Workshop at Goyne Park, 10:30 a.m.-noon | $20 – Course 42855

11/02/2023

Next weekend Chesterfield County will host two events in honor of Veterans Day.

Upcoming Veteran's Day Events:
▪ Saturday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day Ceremony at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 2 p.m.
▪ Sunday, Nov. 12, Veterans Day Motorcycle Rally at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Note: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation offices will be closed in honor of the holiday on Friday, Nov. 10.

11/02/2023

What a cute picture from one of the Stonebridge Recreation Center aerobics program last week! Everyone dressed perfect for the holiday.👻

11/02/2023

🚨 Reminder: Tonight's PRAC meeting will be held at Beulah Recreation Center!

Join the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, PRAC, meeting tonight, Nov. 2, at 6 p.m.

📍 This meeting will be held at the Beulah Recreation Center, 6901 Hopkins Road. (The PRAC meets will be held at Beulah going forward.)

For more information, visit www.chesterfield.gov/prac

11/02/2023

The November edition of Out of the Park newsletter is available now!
✔ To subscribe or read the latest edition visit the link:

View or subscribe to Out of the Park, the Parks and Recreation monthly department newsletter.

11/01/2023

‼We want to hear you! To make Trunk or Treat better each other we would love to hear your thoughts in our survey below.

This survey will be open till Friday, Nov. 3, at 4 p.m.

We would like to hear about your experience at the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Trunk or Treat event held Tuesday, Oct. 24 at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. Thank you!

11/01/2023

📅 Rentals at Beulah Recreation Center is now taking reservations!

📞 To make a reservation either call us at 804-751-4100 or visit the recreation center, 6901 Hopkins Road.

Room Available to Rent:
◾ Multi-Purpose Room equipped with a full catering kitchen, a projector and Wi-Fi
◾ Three classrooms equipped with a projector and Wi-Fi

11/01/2023

Can you believe it's already been a week since our Trunk or Treat? Here are some great photos sent to us by attendees!

We love seeing everyone's costumes, if you'd like to send some of your photos email them to us at [email protected].

11/01/2023

It's that time of year for Hops in the Park!

Here's a sneak at the food trucks that'll be at the event:
🧀 Bigwife's Mac & Cheese
🍕 Fireside Pizza
🌮 Intergalactic Tacos
🍨Jiji's Frozen Custard

Don't forget to mark your calendar for this Saturday, Nov. 4, noon-6 p.m. at Henricus Historical Park. A great event filled with food, drinks and music

🍂🍂🍂HOPS IN THE PARK🍂🍂🍂

📆Saturday, November 4

⏱Noon - 6 p.m.

The Food Truck lineup is looking very nice for this Saturday! Can't wait to welcome back BigWife's Mac and Cheese, Jiji's Frozen Custard, and Intergalactic Tacos, and have Fireside Pizza join in on the day.

All food trucks will be located out on the bluff overlooking the James River!

A reminder that while beer tickets are credit/debit card only, it is up to the individual food truck if they are accepting cash so make sure to bring some to support them.

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📷Chris Beasley

10/31/2023

Are you a family caregiver? Come meet with community organizations through unique discussions on topics related to caregiving.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, at Stonebridge Recreation Center, 4-7 p.m. | Free
Call 804-748-1623 to register.

Topics will include:
▪ Medication management
▪ Life planning and legal information
▪ Caregiver wellness and brain health
▪ Stress management and respite
▪ Dementia basics
▪ Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance

To register, email [email protected] or call (804)768-7878.

10/31/2023

🎃 Happy Halloween from the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation!

Hope you all are have a great night of trick or treating tonight. It looks like the rain will stop just in time.

10/30/2023

🎃 We had so much fun at Trunk or Treat last week and would love to get your input to make the event even better for next year!

This survey will be open till Friday, Nov. 3, at 4 p.m.

We would like to hear about your experience at the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Trunk or Treat event held Tuesday, Oct. 24 at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. Thank you!

10/30/2023

Autumn has arrived! Which trees have you spotted in the area?

Virginia has a diverse landscape and variety of color! Do you know what trees you're admiring this year? Find more information on foliage in the Commonwealth here ➡ https://dof.virginia.gov/education-and-recreation/fall-foliage-in-virginia/

10/29/2023

Great recap of a fun event this past week. Happy Halloween!

On October 24, 2023, Chesterfield Parks and Recreation hosted its annual Trunk or Treat at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds.

10/28/2023

Beautiful day to venture out to the Chesterfield Freedom Festival at the County Fairgrounds.

Just 4 hours left til we open the doors to the Chesterfield Freedom Festival at the Chesterfield fairgrounds! Come out and enjoy this beautiful day.

This event is a family friendly event that helps to support our veterans and first responders

10/28/2023

You're invited to join us this Saturday for the exhibit board unveiling ceremony for Cornelius Mimms, the first African American Board of Supervisor.

📍 Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. at the Chesterfield County Museum.

Mimms served two terms representing the Midlothian District from 1881-1883 and 1887-1889. Learn more about the unveiling at www.chesterfield.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=4113.

Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia

10/27/2023

How much do you know about osteology?
Our brilliant staff at Rockwood Nature Center put together a fun, quick and education slide for those interested in learning more about the study of bones!

What fun bone facts did you learn?

10/27/2023

Bensley's Family Fright Night is this Friday, Oct. 27!

🎃 There will be costume contests for different age brackets, games, crafts, a DJ and pizza and drink will be provided.

This is a limited event so make sure to register with Course # 42756 at 804-768-7904
📍 Friday, Oct. 27, at Bensley Recreation Center, 6-8 p.m. | Free event!

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¡La noche de miedo familiar de Bensley es este viernes, 27 de octubre!

🎃 Habrá concursos de disfraces para diferentes grupos de edad, juegos, manualidades, un DJ y pizza y bebida.

Este es un evento limitado, así que asegúrate de registrarte con el curso # 42756 al 804-768-7904

📍 Viernes, 27 de octubre, en el Bensley Recreation Center, 6-8 p.m. | ¡Evento gratuito!

10/26/2023

Autumn is always a busy time for us! Here's weekly your .

🎃 Friday, Oct. 27, Family Fright Night at Bensley Recreation Center | 6-8 p.m. Limited spots - register with course 42756 | Free event!
🧹 Saturday, Oct. 28, Witching Hour Jr. at Henricus, 10-11:30 a.m. | Contact Henricus to register - (804) 748-1611
📜 Saturday, Oct. 28, Pleasant View School Tour at Pleasant View, Noon-1 p.m. | $8 - Course 43023
🐝 Saturday, Oct. 28, Protect Our Amazing Pollinators at the Central Library – Meeting Room F, 1-2:30 p.m. | Free but register with course 42847
📜 Saturday, Oct. 28, Tour of Eppington Plantation at Eppington, 10-11 a.m. | $8 – Course 43019
🛶 Sunday, Oct. 29, Whitewater Kayak Rolling Clinic at YMCA Manchester, 5-8 p.m. | $60 – Course 43193

Address

6901 Hopkins Road
Chesterfield, VA
23234

Telephone

+18047481623

Website

http://www.chesterfield.gov/parks, https://www.chesterfield.gov/socialmedia, https://linktr.ee/ChesterfieldVaParksRec

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Rock out with the Deloreans

Join us for this Fourth of July Celebration presented by Virginia Credit Union featuring musical entertainment by The Deloreans 80's Band, a seasoned showband that cover the most memorable artists and nostalgic songs of the 1980's. Visit www.chesterfield.gov/fireworks to learn more.

Historic Kanawha Canal Paddle

June is #GetOutdoorsMonth and #ScenicRiversMonth! Celebrate by trying paddle programs, sailing, or lounging by Virginia's rivers.☀🌊 Did you know that we offer private paddles for your larger groups? Contact Mark Battista if interested: [email protected] Checkout the variety our programs, on land and in water, at https://www.chesterfield.gov/ProgramGuide.

Job Info Session

Announcement of Chesterfield Parks and Recreation as a Gold Medal Finalist 2021

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Therapeutic Recreation Summer Camp Jobs

Join us tomorrow, May 18, for our first virtual Job Information Session on Facebook Live at noon. Our second Job Information Session will be held Saturday, May 22, at the Central Library from 10 a.m.-noon. Visit www.chesterfield.gov/careers to learn more about open positions and to apply.

Summer Camp 2021 Job Positions

Join us next Tuesday, May 18, for our first virtual Job Information Session on Facebook Live at noon. Our second Job Information Session will be held Saturday, May 22, at the Central Library from 10 a.m.-noon. Visit www.chesterfield.gov/careers to learn more about open positions and to apply.

Work at Chesterfield County Parks & Recreation

Interested in working at Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation? Join us next Tuesday, May 18, for our first virtual Job Information Session on Facebook Live at noon. Our second Job Information Session will be held Saturday, May 22, at the Central Library from 10 a.m.-noon. Visit www.chesterfield.gov/careers to learn more about open positions and to apply.