These programs include a wide range of ages so you and your family (and friends) can attend together.
Registration Notes:
Online Registration for Free Programs:
Registration for free programs (that require registration) is available online. Go to the online registration page to set up an online account with Recreation and Parks. Once you have an account, you will be able to register online for these free programs beginning January 23 at 8 a.m.
Instructors:
Unless listed otherwise, programs are taught by Recreation Staff. All fitness, dance, and sports programs are taught by instructors who are nationally certified in their area(s) of expertise.
Special Accommodations:
If you have a disability and will need assistance or special accommodations in order to enjoy any of these programs or events, call Therapeutic Recreation at 501-5112 no later than ten working days prior to the program date. For programs that require registration, please call and also check the accommodation box on the registration form.
Karate (Beginner and Ongoing)
For ages 10 and older. This course offers the fundamentals of karate at all levels with an emphasis on movement, control, and mental discipline. Karate is an excellent form of self-defense as well as exercise. Instructor: Tammy LaBrie. Information: Cathy Clifton, 501-5812.
1BD.063512 Mon & Thur, Feb 1-22, 7:55-8:55 p.m.
Belmont Recreation Center. $35.
1BD.063513 Mon & Thur, Mar 1-29, 7:55-8:55 p.m.
Belmont Recreation Center. $45.
1BD.063514 Mon & Thur, Apr 12-26, 7:55-8:55 p.m.
Belmont Recreation Center. $25.
1BD.063515 Mon & Thur, May 3-24, 7:55-8:55 p.m.
Belmont Recreation Center. $35.
Taekwondo for Families
For ages 5 and older. Registration of a paying adult is required. Taekwondo is a Korean martial art of self-defense. This class will teach all required techniques of the Korean Taekwondo Association. The system is a traditional style, which emphasizes the physical and mental aspects of this martial art. Instructor: Philip Brunson. Information: Cathy Clifton, 501-5812.
1BD.063031 Mon & Wed, Feb 8-24, 6-6:55 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30 per person.
1BD.063032 Mon & Wed, Mar 3-29, 6-6:55 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $40 per person.
1BD.063033 Mon & Wed, Apr 12-28, 6-6:55 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30 per person.
1BD.063034 Mon & Wed, May 5-24, 6-6:55 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30 per person.
Family Climb Time
For ages 6 and older. Registration of a paying adult is required with children under 16. Spend time with your family learning the ropes at the YMCA Adventure Center Climbing Wall. Participants 13 and older are instructed on belay techniques, while children younger than 13 are instructed on proper climbing procedures. YMCA membership not required. Instructor: Jay Dempsey. Information: Hallie Boisseau, 501-5807.
1BD.029620 Tue, Feb 16, 6-8 p.m.
1BD.029621 Sat, Mar 6, 2-4 p.m.
1BD.029622 Tue, Apr 20, 6-8 p.m.
1BD.029623 Sat, May 1, 2-4 p.m.
Tuckahoe Family YMCA.
Ages 13 : $30 per person.
Ages 6-12: Free. Registration required.
Dancing in the Trees! (Recreational Tree Climbing)
For ages 8 and older. For the young and the young at heart, recreational tree climbing is one of the fastest growing sports around! Professional arborists will take you safely to new heights, teaching the proper climbing system to ascend and explore the canopies of trees. Instructor: Riverside Outfitters. Information: Dee Donnelly, 501-5147.
1BD.029627 Sat, Apr 10, 10 a.m.-noon.
1BD.029628 Sat, May 22, 10 a.m.-noon.
Deep Run Park. $20 per session.
World Tai Chi Day
For all ages. On the last Saturday of April each year, World Tai Chi Day is celebrated in hundreds of cities around the world! Starting at 10 a.m. in the first time zone, and moving in a wave around the earth, groups will gather to practice Tai Chi. Join Henrico Recreation and Parks for a free workshop and demonstrations. Beginners welcome! Information: Jennifer Snead, 501-5114 or Aaron Reidmiller, 501-5137.
Sat, Apr 24, 9-11 a.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Family Game Night
For all ages. Twister, scrabble, mancala, and jenga are just some of the games we'll have for your family to play. Prizes for winners! Information: Caitlin Wampler, 795-2334.
3BE.141155 Wed, Jan 20, 6-8 p.m.
Dorey Recreation Center.
Free. Online registration available now.
The General's Birthday
For all ages. Join David Palmer as he portrays Robert E. Lee on the occasion of Lee's 203rd birthday. Join us for these special presentations at 11 a.m., noon, 1, and 2 p.m. Tours of the Dabbs House will also be available. Information: Jimmy Price, 652-3411.
Sat, Jan 23, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Dabbs House Museum. Free.
The Village Dance Company Performance
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Come enjoy a performance of beauty and grace. At the conclusion of the program you can meet the dancers, ask questions, and even try a few steps. Information: Janice Parker, 217-9061.
1BE.118406 Thur, Feb 4, 6-7 p.m.
Twin Hickory Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
The Ancient Art of Belly Dancing
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for an evening of visual delight as Lucy Smith presents the history and art of belly dancing. The evening will conclude with a social and refreshments. Information: Janice Parker, 217-9061.
1BJ.118408 Sat, Feb 6, 6-7 p.m.
Twin Hickory Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Won't You Be My Valentine?
For ages 6 and older. Registration of a paying adult valentine is required. Valentine's day is about spending time with someone special. Invite one of your favorite people, and together you will create a valentine garden basket. Learn the meanings of different flowers in the garden and enjoy tea on the sun porch. Information: Elaine Olay, 343-3506.
1BE.183900 Sun, Feb 14, 1-3 p.m.
The Armour House. $12 per person.
Family Game Night at Dorey
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Come on out with the family and play board games for all ages. Twister, scrabble, mancala, and jumbo jenga are some of the games you can play. Prizes for winners! Information: Dorey Rec. Center, 795-2334.
1BE.141515 Tue, Mar 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
1BE.141516 Thur, May 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Dorey Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Family Game Night at Walkerton
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy backgammon, checkers, chess, cards, dominos, and other games! Outdoor games weather-permitting. Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1BE.174500 Fri, Apr 23, 6-8 p.m.
1BE.174501 Fri, May 14, 6-8 p.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Registration required and available online.
The Ladies Tea
For ages 8 and older. Registration of a paying adult is required. Invite a special female acquaintance to try flavored teas and make a special craft for Mother's Day. Bring your favorite tea cup with a story about why it's your favorite. Enjoy finger sandwiches, tarts, and a special treat with your tea. Information: Sheila Cunningham, 795-2334.
1BE.159028 Fri, May 7, 5-6:30 p.m.
Hidden Creek Recreation Center. $7.50 per person.
Mother's Day Tea
For ages 6 and older. Registration of a paying adult is required. With the gardens in bloom and the fresh herbal tea in brew, The Armour House is a beautiful setting to celebrate Mother's Day. We'll make fresh herbal mint baskets and enjoy refreshments on the sun porch. Information: Elaine Olay, 343-3506.
1BE.183105 Sat, May 8, 1-3 p.m.
The Armour House. $12 per person.
Letterboxing
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Letterboxing is part treasure hunt, art, and exploration. Learn the basics of this unique hobby. Weather-permitting, we will search for hidden letterboxes. Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1BE.174508 Sat, May 15, 10 a.m.-noon.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Registration required and available online.
May Play Day
For all ages. The Armour House is a gorgeous place to spend a sunny May day! Join us for old-fashioned family fun, music, hot dogs on the grill, games, and more! Information: Elaine Olay, 343-3506.
1BE.183800 Sat, May 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Armour House and Gardens. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Victorian Valentines
For all ages. The tradition of sending valentines to one's sweetheart is not a modern idea. Come learn the story of St. Valentine and how this tradition began. Historic valentines will be on display, and you can make one to send to that special someone. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
Sun, Feb 14, 1-3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Meadow Farm Volunteer Open House
For ages 10 and older. Meadow Farm is looking for eager and energetic volunteers to conduct tours, work in the gift shop, demonstrate historic trades, agricultural and domestic activities, as well as other opportunities. Students needing community service hours are welcome. Drop by and explore how you can help. No experience is necessary. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
Sat, Mar 13, 1-3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Blacksmithing: Too Many Irons in the Fire
For all ages. The blacksmith was a very important member of the 19th-century rural community. Watch and listen to the blacksmith as the iron gets red-hot and the smith pounds and bends it into useful objects. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
Sat, Mar 13, 1-3 p.m.
Sat, May 8, 1-3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
A History of Women at the Clarke-Palmore House
For all ages. In celebration of Women's History Month, explore the lives of three generations of women who made their home from 1855-1999 on Marion Hill. Information: Sheryl Mays, 652-3409.
Sun, Mar 28, 1-4 p.m.
Clarke-Palmore House Museum. Free.
A Sewing Lesson
For ages 10 and older. Sewing was an important part of a 19th-century girl's education. Dress in period clothing and take a lesson from "Mrs. Sheppard." Participants will learn the running and basic back stitch and will sew a "reticule" (purse) while solving some conundrums. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
1EA.095002 Sat, Apr 3, 1-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. $7.
Life at Headquarters
For ages 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. In 1862, the Dabbs House was transformed into a Civil War headquarters when General R. E. Lee and his staff of seven arrived. Learn about daily life at headquarters through hands-on activities and a tour. Information: Sheryl Mays, 652-3409.
1BF.197002 Tue, Apr 6, 1-2:30 p.m.
Dabbs House Museum. Free.
Registration required and available online.
The Common Soldier of the Civil War
For all ages. Learn about the daily adventures and sacrifices of the Civil War soldier. This program explores camp life and features the equipment, uniforms, and accoutrements that defined a soldier's way of life during the war. Information: Sheryl Mays, 652-3409.
Thur, Apr 8, 12:30-2 p.m. & 2:30-4 p.m.
Dabbs House Museum. Free.
African-American Soldiers in the Civil War
For all ages. On September 29, 1864, fourteen African Americans won the Medal of Honor in the fields of eastern Henrico County. See how these soldiers were trained, learn how they lived in camp and on the battlefield, and appreciate the trials they experienced during the American Civil War. Information: Sheryl Mays, 652-3409.
Sat, Apr 10, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Armour House. Free.
Sheep to Shawl: Moving In
For all ages. Along with Sheep to Shawl, Meadow Farm is celebrating the 200th anniversary of its historic farmhouse. Meet the family that lived in the home when it was first built and enjoy some traditional activities from 1810. Try your hand at processing sheep's wool, including carding, weaving, and spinning. Sign up to make a rag doll, too. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
Sat, Apr 17, noon-4 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
A Picnic on Marion Hill
For all ages. Join us for an old-fashioned picnic! Bring your basket of sandwiches or chicken; we'll provide the drinks and sweets. Enjoy house tours, games, and music. Information: Sheryl Mays, 652-3409.
Sun, May 16, 1-4 p.m. Rain date: Sun, May 23.
Clarke-Palmore House Museum. Free.
Come Play With Me
For ages 5 . It is a Sunday afternoon, dinner is finished, and now there is some free time. Join in as we play traditional 19th-century games. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
Sun, May 23, 1-3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
The Doctor Is In
For all ages. Do you wonder what it was like to be a doctor or patient in 1860? Were there hospitals or house calls? Come to Meadow Farm to find out more about how ailments were cured in the mid-1800s. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
Sun, May 30, 1-3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
"Lee" Returns to Dabbs House
For all ages. Encounter Robert E. Lee, portrayed by David Palmer, during tours of the 1862 field headquarters. Learn about Lee's role as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia and life at headquarters. Information: Jimmy Price, 652-3411.
Sat, June 5, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dabbs House Museum. Free.
Terra Cotta People
For ages 8 and older. Registration of a paying adult is required. Every garden bench should be adorned with a friendly "visitor." We'll show you how to use a variety of clay pots to create a terra cotta statuette that will surely be a crowd pleaser in your garden. Information: Elaine Olay, 343-3506.
1BG.183615 Sat, Apr 17, 10 a.m.-noon.
The Armour House. $12 per person.
Cinema Classics
"Experience olde time cinema" at Henrico Theatre in Highland Springs. Tickets are only $1 per person and can be purchased at the door. Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Movie: Greased Lightning (PG)
Fri, Feb 5, 7 p.m.
Sat, Feb 6, 2 & 7 p.m.
Movie: Back to the Future (PG)
Fri, Mar 5, 7 p.m.
Sat, Mar 6, 2 & 7 p.m.
Movie: Grease (PG)
Fri, Apr 2, 7 p.m.
Sat, Apr 3, 2 & 7 p.m.
Movie: 12 Angry Men (NR)
Fri, May 7, 7 p.m.
Sat, May 8, 2 & 7 p.m.
NR (Not Rated): Movies produced prior to November 1968 do not have a rating.
The Ambrose Dilemma
For all ages. The Ambrose Dilemma like to call what they play "acoustic fusion." Their original material blends jazz, blues, country/bluegrass, reggae, Celtic, and tribal music, while the cover songs include Dave Matthews, Johnny Cash, and Bob Marley, plus classics like "Rocky Top," "Good Lovin," and even "Ice, Ice Baby." Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Sat, Jan 23, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning Nov 2.
The Continentals
For all ages. Enjoy the best of the big band sound and shake off the winter blues with Bill Zickafoose and the Continentals. Great music and fun for the entire family! Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5138.
Tue, Jan 26, 7-9 p.m.
Hermitage High School. Free.
Generation Dream
For all ages. Generation Dream 2010 will be an inspiring event, presented in a lively, variety show format that features a diverse group of youth and adult performers. The show focuses on Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy of peace and social justice and looks toward what may be achieved in the years ahead. Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Sat, Jan 30, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Bluegrass Coffeehouse
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For musicians of all ages and abilities! Come out for a jam session with fellow bluegrass musicians! Never played bluegrass? Now's the time to give it a try! Acoustic only. Information: Dorey Rec. Center, 795-2334.
Thur, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8, & May 13, 7-9 p.m.
Dorey Recreation Center. Free.
Virginia State University Gospel Chorale
For all ages. Join us for an incredible performance by the Virginia State University Gospel Chorale as we celebrate Black History Month! Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Thur, Feb 18, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. $6.
Sacred Harp Shape Note Singers
For all ages. Shape note singing is worship music sung without accompaniment. Come listen to the members of the Sacred Harp Shape Note Singers as they introduce this music to Meadow Farm. The public is welcome to join in. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.
Sat, Feb 20, 1-4 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Beleza Brasil
For all ages. United by musical interests that include samba, funk, soul, blues, bossa, jazz, and Spanish flamenco, Humberto and Madeline Sales joined forces to blend the melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic riches from North and South America. Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Sun, Feb 21, 6 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Radio Players Present "The Philadelphia Story"
For all ages. The On-the-Air Radio Players are pleased to present an old-time radio show taped before a live audience! Be a part of a taping that features live music, live sound effects, and this classic tale straight from the "golden age of radio." Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5138.
Tue & Wed, Mar 2 & 3, 7:30 p.m.
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Free.
The Richmond Symphony in Concert
For all ages. The Henrico Family Concert Series features the Richmond Symphony in concert. This concert will be conducted by Associate Conductor Erin Freeman. Bring the entire family for a great evening of music! Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5138.
Tue, Mar 9, 7 p.m.
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen.
Adults: $12. Children 12 and under: $6.
For ticket information and reservations, call the Richmond Symphony Box office at 788-1212.
Big Boss Man
For all ages. Big Boss Man is one of Central Virginia's premier classic rock, funk, and soul bands! They play it all: from early R&B and Motown, to classic rock, to funky dance music of all eras. They're best known for an expansive set list and the energy they put into every live performance! Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Fri, Mar 12, 8 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. $6.
Central Virginia Jazz Orchestra
For all ages. Join us as we present the Central Virginia Jazz Orchestra to shake off the winter blues and get ready for the arrival of spring! "This is not your grandfather's big band!" Come out for an evening of big band music for the entire family! Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5138.
Sat, Mar 20, 7:30 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free. Call for reservations.
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Spring Forward Children's Series
For all ages. The following programs are held at Henrico Theatre. Admission is free. Call for reservations beginning Jan 25. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859 or Jen Watkins, 328-4491.
ComedySportz for Children!
Be a part of improvisation fun with ComedySportz. This first performance in our series is fun for the entire family - everyone gets to participate!
Sat, Mar 27, 10:30 a.m.
Barefoot Puppets Presents African Trickster Tales
Join us for a lot of puppet fun that the whole family will enjoy!
Sat, Apr 10, 10:30 a.m.
Tap With Tap Team II
Get your toes a tappin' as Tap Team II performs fabulous tap while introducing you to the history of tap dance!
Sat, Apr 24, 10:30 a.m.
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Memories of Motown
For all ages. Memories of Motown is a celebration of some of the most iconic names in the history of popular music. The show features stylishly costumed, fully choreographed tributes to both male and female groups backed by a live band. Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Sun, Apr 18, 6 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. $6.
Sing for Your Supper!
For all ages. Enjoy music by some of Richmond's most talented ladies! This concert, part of the statewide initiative "Minds Wide Open: Women in the Arts" features Jenny Fralin, Nancy McMahon, Makenzie Mercer, Suzanne Nicar, and Robyn O'Neill in a night of song, dance, and fun! Donations will be collected for the Central Virginia Foodbank. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859 or Jen Watkins, 328-4491.
Wed, Apr 21, 7:30 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free admission. (Food donations accepted.) Call for reservations beginning Jan 25.
Jazz Fest!
For all ages. Come out and help us celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month! Throughout the day, you will enjoy a variety of jazz bands that are sure to set your toes a tappin'. You won't want to miss this musical treat! Fun for the whole family! Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859.
Sun, Apr 25, 2-5 p.m.
The Armour House. Free.
Henrico Pops Chorus Salutes the Movies
For all ages. A concert for the entire family! Under the direction of Bobbie Moore, the chorus will "take you to the movies" through song. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859.
Tue & Wed, May 11 & 12, 7:30 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Call for reservations beginning Apr 5.
African Dance, Music, & the Oral Tradition
For all ages. Join the Elegba Folklore Society for this "edutaining" program featuring dancers, drummers, singers, and spoken word artists, focusing primarily on the cultural and historical underpinnings of the dance and its music, while showing its relationship to America. Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.
Fri, May 14, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Henrico Concert Band
For all ages. Join us on the lawn for some of your favorite band music! In case of inclement weather, the concert may be cancelled. Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
Sun, May 23, 4 p.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Backyard Bird Baths
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Discover how to provide a refreshing water source for the wild birds living in your backyard. Information will be presented by Richmond Audubon Society education staff. The evening will conclude with a question and answer time and refreshments. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Information: Janice Parker, 217-9061.
1BJ.118405 Thur, Mar 25, 7-8 p.m.
Twin Hickory Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
"Wii" Like to Bowl!
For ages 6 and older. Registration of a paying adult is required with children under 18. See which team reigns supreme as friends and family battle it out during a head-to-head bowling competition. Never played before? We'll teach you! Register in teams of two. Information: Alicia Boggs, 290-0305.
1BK.170032 Tue, Mar 16-Apr 27, 6-9 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $6 for each team of two.
Family Tennis
For ages 8 and older. Ready to try something new or improve your skills? Learn about the fundamentals of tennis, ball control, stroking techniques, elementary tactics, and desirable practice habits and court etiquette. Low student-instructor ratio. Instructor: Charles Gray. Information: Andy Crane, 501-5156.
2BK.022936 Sat, May 15-June 12, 2-3 p.m.
No class May 29. Sandston Tennis Courts. $36 per person.
Introduction to Disc Golf
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Disc Golf is a new and rapidly growing sport. Come learn the basics of a game that involves frisbee throwing and navigating wooded trails by foot. Fun for the whole family! Discs will be provided. Information: Dorey Rec. Center, 795-2334.
1BK.141562 Sat, May 15, 10 a.m.-noon.
Dorey Park Disc Golf Course. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Sports Day
For all ages. Are you looking for lots of fun? Then join us for an afternoon of croquet, tennis, and shuffleboard. No special skills needed and equipment will be provided. Bring your own refreshments. Information: Lisa Clark, 737-2859.
1BK.051045 Sun, May 16, 2-4 p.m.
Confederate Hills Recreation Center. $6.
Montpelier and Monticello
For ages 6 and older. Registration of a paying adult is required with children under 16. Nestled among the mountains are Jefferson's Monticello and James Madison's Montpelier. Begin the day with a guided tour of the completely restored Montpelier. Enjoy lunch at the ever-popular Michie Tavern, a Virginia Historic Landmark. Spend the afternoon at beautiful Monticello, an architectural masterpiece. Tour includes round-trip motor coach transportation, lunch, admission to sites, refreshments, and driver gratuity. (For details regarding trip refunds, cancellations, and insurance see the Senior Trips.) Instructor: Signa Tours, LTD. Information: Aaron Reidmiller, 501-5137.
1BM.018004 Sat, Apr 10, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Depart Dabbs House Museum at 7:30 a.m. and Laurel Recreation Area at 8 a.m. Return at approximately 7 p.m. $98 per person. Registration ends Mar 10.
The "Wii" Experience
For ages 6 and older. Registration of an adult is required with children under 18. Heard about Nintendo Wii? Want to learn how to play? Bring your friends and get ready to have a "Wii" bit of fun during this interactive, hands-on experience! Information: Alicia Boggs, 290-0305.
1BN.170033 Tue, Mar 2, 6?8 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Juggling
For ages 6 and older. Have you ever wished you could juggle? Learn the basics of juggling from well-known entertainer Jonathan "the Juggler" Austin. Sign up and show the world that you know how to juggle. A can of three tennis balls is required. Information: Cathy Clifton, 501?5812.
1BN.063184 Thur, Mar 25, 6:30-8 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $25.
1BN.063185 Mon, May 3, 6:30-8 p.m.
Confederate Hills Recreation Center. $25.
Magic
For ages 6 and older. Learn the basics of magic from master magician Jonathan Austin. A deck of cards is required. Information: Cathy Clifton, 501-5812.
1BN.063182 Thur, Mar 18, 6:30-8 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $25.
1BN.063181 Mon, Apr 12, 6:30-8 p.m.
Dorey Recreation Center. $25.
Family Feud Fun Night
Bring the family and compete for fun prizes playing the recreation version of Family Feud. Teams will be matched according to number size as much as possible. Bring your dinner and socialize with new friends. Information: Sheila Cunningham, 795-2334.
For ages 7 and older.
1BN.159036 Thur, Apr 22, 5?7 p.m.
Hidden Creek Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
For ages 13 and older.
1BN.159037 Thur, Apr 29, 6?8 p.m.
Hidden Creek Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
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Adventure Series
For all ages. Suffering from cabin fever? Join us for this series of slide presentations celebrating the great outdoors! Speakers will present their own experiences from at home in Virginia, across America, and around the world. The series concludes with some spectacular short films on mountain culture! Locations are listed below and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Information: Dee Donnelly, 501-5147 or Hallie Boisseau, 501-5807.
The James River
Fri, Mar 5, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Henrico County Administration Board Room. Free!
The James River is one of the area's most treasured resources. This asset was highlighted in a series titled the "James River Journal" by environmental reporter Rex Springston and photographer P. Kevin Morley. This ran in the Richmond Times-Dispatch from November 2008 through October 2009 and has since been made into a book: "James River Journal: A Year in the Life of a River." Join us as Springston and Morley present their series, as well as other environmental issues pertaining to the river that runs through our backyards.
Christmas in Patagonia
Fri, Mar 12, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Henrico County Administration Board Room. Free!
During Christmas 2008, students and faculty from Longwood University embarked on an adventure of a lifetime! The group trekked among the blue lakes, vast glaciers, and amazing granite spires of Torres del Paine National Park in southern Chile. Then it was off to Pucon, Chile, to climb an active volcano, zip-line through the trees, and visit remote areas by horseback and mountain bike. The group volunteered with the Mapuche tribe and built trails with CONAF (National Park System). Hear all about this spectacular adventure! Presented by Dr. Rená Koesler of Longwood University and Dan Caston of Ferrum College.
An Evening With Mountainfilm
Fri, Mar 26, 7-9:30 p.m.
Henrico Theatre in Highland Springs. Free!
Each year in Telluride, Colorado, Mountainfilm celebrates cultures unique to mountain communities with an international rendezvous of legendary mountaineers, environmentalists, filmmakers, authors, scientists, and artists. The mission of Mountainfilm is to educate and inspire audiences about issues that matter, cultures worth exploring, and environments worth preserving. Don't miss this opportunity to view incredible outdoor films!
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