These programs include a wide range of ages so you and your family (and friends) can attend together.
Registration Notes:
Fabulous Family Fun with Wood
For ages 7+. Registration of a paying adult required with participants under 16. Talk about having some quality family bonding time! We’ll create lots of different and creative projects with wood that your whole family can have fun with. There’s something here for everyone. Supplies and equipment are provided during class. Information: 343-3506.
2BA.183807 Tue & Thur, June 19 & 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The Armour House & Gardens. $7 per person.
Homemade Doggie Toys
For ages 10+. Registration of a paying adult is required with participants under 16. Bring some of your old favorite stuffed animals and we’ll turn them into dog-safe toys. All supplies are provided. You will receive more information prior to class. Information: 343-3506.
2BA.183810 Sat, July 7, 10 a.m.-noon.
The Armour House & Gardens. $6 per person.
Karate (Intermediate/Ongoing)
For ages 8+. This course offers the fundamentals of karate for belt levels Green-Brown 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, 261-6898.
1BD.063515 Mon & Thur, May 10-31, 8-9 p.m. $30.
No class May 28.
2BD.063512 Mon & Thur, June 7-28, 8-9 p.m. $25.
No class June 14 & 18.
2BD.063513 Mon & Thur, July 9-26, 8-9 p.m. $30.
2BD.063514 Mon & Thur, Aug 6-23, 8-9 p.m.
$30.
2BD.063515 Mon & Thur, Sept 10-27, 8-9 p.m. $30.
Belmont Recreation Center.
The Doctor Is In
For all ages. What was it like to be a doctor in 1860, or a patient? Were there hospitals or house calls? Find out more about how ailments were cured in the mid-1800s and who Dr. Sheppard may have seen this week in history. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, May 26, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
| Lee Takes Command Experience Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s Richmond on the 150th anniversary of him taking command of his famous Army of Northern Virginia. This three-day event is co-sponsored with the Museum of the Confederacy. Information: 652-3411. |
Lee Takes Command Lecture Thur, May 31, 7-8 p.m. A Dinner With Lee 1BF.197020 Fri, June 1, 6-8:30 p.m. Lee Takes Command: A Walking Tour 1BF.197021 Sat, June 2, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
Beyond Bedcoverings
For all ages. Go on a hunt for decorative textiles in Meadow Farm’s 19th-century historic farmhouse. Learn their functions and determine their modern counterparts. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, June 2, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Seven Pines Cemetery Commemoration
For all ages. Join Dabbs House historians as they recount the aftermath of the Battle of Seven Pines 150 years after the pivotal battle ended at the gates of Richmond. Hear about the families, homes, and land that made up the battle ground in which the town of Sandston now sits. Learn about several of the individuals that rest on this truly hallowed ground. A ceremony to honor those who lost their lives during the battle will follow. Information: 652-3409.
Sun, June 3, 7:30-9 p.m.
Seven Pines National Cemetery. Free.
What’s Growing in the Garden?
For all ages. Meadow Farm’s heirloom garden is in the midst of its growing season. Step inside the walls and learn more about the culinary and medicinal uses of vegetables and herbs. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, June 9, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Stuart’s Ride Commemoration Event
For all ages. It’s the 150th anniversary of Stuart’s Ride around McClellan’s Federal Army! Experience the meeting between Generals Lee and Stuart that led up to the Seven Days Battles. Enjoy living history, a re-creation of the meeting, and take part in a question and answer time with Lee and Stuart interpreters. Period music, children’s activities, Civil War re-enactors, and tours also provided. Information: 652-3409.
Sun, June 10, noon-4 p.m.
Dabbs House Museum. Free.
Pest Management: 19th-Century Style
For all ages. In June of 1860, Mrs. Sheppard purchased netting from Chiles & Chennery in Richmond. Find out how this netting was used to manage pests and keep furniture looking new. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, June 16, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
John Sheppard-The Country Doctor
For all ages. On average in 1860, Dr. Sheppard treated three patients a day. Learn more about where and how he treated patients using 19th-century medicine. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, June 23, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
A Woman’s Work is Never Done
For all ages. Visit with the women on the farm as they talk about daily chores of the mid-19th century. You might be asked to lend a hand in some of the activities. Information: 501-2130.
Wed, July 11-Aug 29, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Meet the Critters
For all ages. Meadow Farm has various farm animals. Get to know them individually as outdoor tours focus on a different animal each week. Enjoy a hands-on activity related to that animal when you visit. Information: 501-2130.
Thur, July 12-Aug 30, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
No Batteries Required: 19th-Century Games
For ages 5+. Historically, boys and girls were expected to play different games. Learn what was appropriate for each of them and join in as we all play traditional 19th-century games. Information: 501-2130.
Fri, July 13-Aug 31, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Tools and Equipment
For all ages. 1860-The Industrial Revolution is in full swing. Times are changing and people are using old and new technology. How was the wood cut for floors and shingles split for roofing? Learn what new equipment was making life easier for the farmer during this time. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, July 14, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Archaeological Tour
For all ages. Take a guided tour of Meadow Farm grounds. Find out what buildings no longer exist and where they were located. Learn more about their functions and what they tell us about the Sheppard family. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, July 21, 1, 2, & 3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
HVAC-Historic Ventilation and Cooling
For all ages. Long sleeves, long pants, and long dresses! How did our ancestors cope with the heat? Learn about the fabrics, fashions, and methods of keeping cooler on the farm as you tour the farmhouse. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, Aug 11, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
The Fruits of Their Labor
For all ages. The watermelons and early apples are ripe. Explore the fascinating history of apples and John Sheppard’s apple orchard, as well as heritage varieties of melons. Learn about tobacco, the crop that brought in enough money for the Sheppards to add on to their home. Information: 501-2130.
Sun, Aug 19,
12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
The Slave Story
For all ages. Meadow Farm Museum’s Sheppard family owned slaves. Learn their stories as you tour the grounds and farmhouse. Discover who Tom and Pharaoh were and how they made their mark in history. Information: 501-2130.
Sat, Aug 25, 1, 2, & 3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
Telegrams-Not Texts
For all ages. Communicating by telegram was the new technology during the Civil War much like this generation’s cell phone texting. Come explore the different ways Civil War armies communicated during the 1860s. Enjoy children’s activities, games, re-enactors, and tours. Information: 652-3409.
Sat, Aug 25, 1-4 p.m.
Dabbs House Museum. Free.
Discovery Tour
For all ages. Take a tour and discover all the treasures located throughout the Sheppard family home. Whose famous portrait hangs in the house? Where is the animal that roars? There are many discoveries to be made! Information: 501-2130.
Sat, Sept 1, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.
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: Are We There Yet? (PG)
Fri, June 1, 7 p.m.
Sat, June 2, 2 & 7 p.m.
Movie: Kung Fu Panda (PG)
Fri, July 6, 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.
Sat, July 7, 2 & 7 p.m.
Movie: How to Train Your Dragon (PG)
Fri, Aug 3, 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.
Sat, Aug 4, 2 & 7 p.m.
Movie: The Hunt for Red October (PG)
Fri, Sept 7, 7 p.m.
Sat, Sept 8, 2 &7 p.m.
NR (Not Rated): Movies produced prior to November 1968 do not have a rating.
Under the Stars
For all ages. Grab your blanket and your family and come out to enjoy family flicks in the park. Experience the thrill of outdoor movies and fun! Concessions available for purchase. Information: Rachel Moore, 501-5134.
Movie: The Muppets (PG)
Sat, June 16, 8:30 p.m.
Deep Run Park. Free.
Movie: Dumbo (G)
Sat, July 14, 8:30 p.m.
Clarke-Palmore House Museum. Free.
Movie: Little Rascals (PG)
Sat, Aug 4, 8:30 p.m.
The Armour House & Gardens. Free.
Guitar Primer (Prep Course)
For ages 8+. For the complete beginner who has not learned about holding the guitar, tuning, chords, or notes. Students will develop skills to continue in music and are introduced to simple music notation. Desire to learn and a guitar (acoustic or electric) are the only requirements. Instructor: Scott Martin. Information: 261-6898.
2BH.063073 Sat, June 2-23, 9-9:45 a.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $25.
2BH.063074 Thur, June 28-July 26, 6:20-7:05 p.m.
No class July 5. Walkerton Tavern. $25.
Acoustic Guitar I
For ages 8+. For students who know a little about the guitar. Learn more fun songs with short chords. Prerequisite: Guitar Primer. Guitar required. Instructor: Scott Martin. Information: 261-6898.
2BH.063094 Sat, June 2-23, 9:55-10:40 a.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $40. (Includes a $15 supply fee that is non-refundable after May 25.)
2BH.063095 Thur, June 28-July 26, 7:10-7:55 p.m.
No class July 5. Walkerton Tavern. $40. (Includes a $15 supply fee that is non-refundable after June 21.)
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Spring Concert Series at Meadowview - CANCELLED
For all ages. Join us in the gardens at Meadowview Park for a spring musical series the whole family can enjoy. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and let the fun begin! Information: 343-3506.
Mon, May 21, 6:30-8 p.m.
The Armour House & Gardens. Free.
On-the-Air Radio Players Present You Heard It Here First!
For all ages. The On-the-Air Radio Players present an old-time radio show featuring live music and sound effects! Be a part of the studio audience for this hour-long taping which includes original scripts from our radio script-writing competition. Directed by Lynn Smith. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5138.
Tue & Wed, June 5 & 6, 7:30 p.m.
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Free.
Summer Concerts in the Park! |
Summertime - And The Livin’ Is Easy Mon, June 11 & Sept 10, 7-8:30 p.m. |
Summertime - And The Livin’ Is Easy Mon, June 11 & Sept 10, 7-8:30 p.m. |
Henrico Concert Band & Henrico Community Band Henrico Concert Band Henrico Community Band |
Walkerton Summer Concert Sun, Aug 26, 6 p.m. |
Bluegrass Coffeehouse
For all ages. Participants under the age of 18 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: 795-2334.
Thur, June 14, July 12, Aug 9, & Sept 13, 6:30-9 p.m.
Dorey Recreation Center. Free.
The Diggity Dudes
For all ages. If you haven’t heard of the Diggity Dudes - where have you BEEN? ‘Cause THEY’VE been EVERYWHERE! This trio’s whimsical songs bring a hip attitude to topics like brushing your teeth and minding your manners. Kids all over the Commonwealth are clamoring to get into their sold out shows, so be sure to reserve your tickets now! Information: 328-4491.
Wed, June 20, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning May 21.
Richmond Brass & Percussion Consort
For all ages. Join us for a patriotic concert celebrating our nation’s Independence Day. Directed by Mr. George Tuckwiller, Assistant Professor of Music at Virginia State University. Information: 328-4491.
Tue, June 26, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning May 29.
The Rinard Family
For all ages. Join us for another wonderful performance by Henrico Theatre favorites, The Rinard Family. You’ll hear beloved hymns, original creations, and toe-tappin’ favorites - from Amazing Grace and This is the Day to Folsom County Prison and Crazy, with a little bit of everything in between! Information: 328-4491.
Fri, June 29, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning May 29.
The Continentals in Concert
For all ages. Enjoy the best of the big band sound as the Division presents its 41st annual summer concert featuring The Continentals. Great music and fun for the entire family! Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859.
Tue, July 17, 7-9 p.m.
Hermitage High School. Free.
David Vanderveer, the Chainsaw Comedian
For all ages. Whether juggling running chainsaws, bull-whipping flowers from ladies’ fingers or uni-cycling while shooting balloons off volunteers’ heads, his high-spirited humor carries the show. David’s friendly, spontaneous nature combined with phenomenal dexterity, makes him one of the most memorable acts working today! Information: 328-4491.
Wed, July 18, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning June 18.
SPARC Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
For all ages. SPARC SummerStarz Touring ensemble performs this musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. This biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. A cast of youngsters, age 10-16, perform an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock ‘n’ roll. Bring the entire family to this fun presentation! Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859.
Wed, July 25, 3 & 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free. Reservations can be made beginning June 25.
The Taters
For all ages. Join us for The Taters, who play eclectic roots-pop (a mix of roots-rock, power-pop, country, and Americana). Their sound has been compared favorably to the Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison, The Beatles, The Mavericks, and Nick Lowe. Information: 328-4491.
Sat, July 28, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning June 25.
Henrico Teen Theatre Company Presents Stories Under the Big Top
For all ages. Come one! Come All! Step right up! Watch the greatest stories on Earth come alive under the big top! It’s a circus full of laughter and lively storytelling as the ringmaster and players perform a variety of well-known tales such as The Bremen Town Musicians, The Billy Goats Gruff, The Lion and the Mouse, Monkey See, Monkey Do and The Magic Fish. Fun for young and old alike! Directed by Brooke Turner. Information: Amy Perdue, 501-5859.
Aug 1, 2, 3, & 4 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. each day.
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen.
Free. Reservations can be made beginning July 2.
Big Bang Boom
For all ages. Big Bang Boom plays parent-friendly, children’s music - for parents who have had enough of Barney, The Wiggles, and Kidz Bop. The show is high-energy and demands that the kids AND parents get involved - from getting the kids on stage to join the “Spongebob Chorus” to the parents vs. kids “Hokey Pokey Challenge!” Information: 328-4491.
Wed, Aug 15, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning July 16.
Kings of Swing
For all ages. The Kings of Swing is Virginia’s most versatile dance and show band, playing beach music, Motown, Swing, and everyone’s favorite music of the 70s through the 90s! Information: 328-4491.
Sat, Aug 25, 6 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning July 23.
The Company Store
For all ages. The Company Store mixes together the ingredients of America’s own music - fiddle melodies from Virginia’s Appalachians, tight harmonies from Kentucky’s bluegrass, and moving spirituals from the Carolina hills - then folds in some hearty laughter! They stock the Store with an assortment of vocal refrains, good fiddlin’ and country humor that some say can turn apple cider vinegar into sweet maple syrup. Information: 328-4491.
Fri, Sept 28, 7 p.m.
Henrico Theatre. Free.
Reservations can be made beginning Aug 27.
Dancing in the Trees!
(Recreational Tree Climbing)
For ages 8+. For the young and the young at heart, recreational tree climbing is one of the fastest growing sports around! Professional arborists from Riverside Outfitters will take you safely to new heights, teaching the proper climbing system to ascend and explore the canopies of trees. A great activity for parents and kids! Instructor: Riverside Outfitters. Information: Dee Donnelly, 501-5147.
2BJ.029627 Sat, June 16, 10 a.m.-noon.
Deep Run Park. $20. Register by June 8.
2BJ.029628 Sat, July 21, 10 a.m.-noon.
Deep Run Park. $20. Register by July 13.
Sharks: Built to Hunt
For all ages. With razor-sharp teeth, a streamlined torso and keen sense of smell, the shark is at the top of the underwater food chain. Their extraordinary predatory skills both fascinate and frighten humans, although the shark has more to fear of human activities. Join us in the classroom as we explore the intriguing features of sharks. Information: 262-5055.
Wed, June 27, Aug 1 & 29, 10-11 a.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. Free.
Mega-Monsters: Dinosaurs
For all ages. Far back in time, huge beasts roamed the planet, both animal and plant-eaters. As well, smaller dinosaurs lived among them, dwarfed in their shadows. Join us to learn about some of the dinosaur species, their diets and behaviors. Information: 262-5055.
Wed, July 11 & Aug 8, 10-11 a.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. Free.
SSSlither!: Snakes
For all ages. There are many myths about snakes, old tales told from long ago, most of which depict snakes as being evil. Meet in our classroom to learn why snakes are beneficial to our world, how they fit in the food chain and why we should do our best to protect these misunderstood reptiles. Information: 262-5055.
Wed, July 18 & Aug 15, 10-11 a.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. Free.
Rugged Reptiles: Turtles
For all ages. Most people think turtles move slowly through life, taking their time as they march across the land. Many species, however, can be lightning fast. One thing turtles have in common, though, is the shell they portage in their maneuvers. This covering is actually a part of the skeletal structure which protects their soft bodies from harm. Meet in the classroom to explore our turtle world. Information: 262-5055.
Wed, July 25 & Aug 22, 10-11 a.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. Free.
Open Gym: Family Fun Time
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Attention parents! Bring your kids out for some Family Fun Time. Every Sunday our gym will be set up with a different sport each week, as well as activities such as ping pong, billiards, air hockey, and foosball. Participants will be required to sign a liability waiver provided on site and an open gym access card will be issued. (Parents or guardians are required to sign a waiver for participants under age 18.) Information: 225-2056.
Sun, Apr 1-Aug 19, 1-3 p.m.
Eastern Henrico Recreation Center. Free.
Open Gym: Pickleball for All
For ages 10+. Pickleball has been described as a fun blend of tennis, table tennis, and badminton. The sport is played using a paddle and a plastic wiffle ball on a badminton-sized court. Appropriate for all skill levels. Equipment provided. Participants will be required to sign a liability waiver provided on site and an open gym access card will be issued. (Parents or guardians are required to sign a waiver for participants under age 18.) The program will not meet on County holidays. Information: 225-2056.
Tue, May 29-Sept 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
No program Aug 7-28. Eastern Henrico Recreation Center. Free.
Let’s Play Pickleball
Pickleball is sweeping Henrico County! Pickleball courts are located throughout the County at Sandston Recreation Area, Hungary Creek Middle School, and Moody Middle School. For more information on pickleball, call Aaron Reidmiller at 290-0305.
Open Gym: Volleyball
For ages 13+. What better way to spend a Sunday than playing volleyball. Whether you haven’t played in a while, or you practice every week, we will have two courts available for drop-in play. Participants will be required to sign a liability waiver provided on site and an open gym access card will be issued. (Parents or guardians are required to sign a waiver for participants under age 18.) The program will not meet on County holidays. Information: 225-2056.
Sun, June 3-Sept 30, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Eastern Henrico Recreation Center. Free.
Apple Picking at Carter Mountain
For ages 8+. Registration of paying adult is required with children under 18. Nothing beats the sweet taste of a freshly picked apple in the fall. Join us as we travel to Carter Mountain Orchard to pick apples fresh from the tree. Enjoy a lunch stop at Michie Tavern and exploring time in downtown Charlottesville. Tour includes round-trip motor coach transportation, lunch, and driver gratuity. Additional information is available upon request. Instructor: Signa Tours, LTD. Information: Aaron Reidmiller, 290-0305.
2BM.018002 Sat, Oct 20. Depart Dabbs House Museum at 8 a.m. and Laurel Recreation Area at 8:30 a.m. Return at approximately 5 p.m. $72 per person. Registration ends Sept 20. For registration notes, cancellation policies, and insurance, see the Senior page.
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: 261-6898.
Fri, May 25, 6-8 p.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Letterboxing
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Letterboxing is part treasure hunt, art and exploration. Learn the basics and search for letterboxes hidden at Walkerton. Information: 261-6898.
Sat, July 14, 10 a.m.-noon.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Family Game Night
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy backgammon, checkers, chess, cards, dominos, and other games! Outdoor games weather-permitting. Information: 261-6898.
Fri, July 20 & Aug 10, 6-8 p.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Family Game Night: Wii Love Games!
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for this family-fun event and play some classic games as well as today’s popular Wii! We’ll introduce your kids to games that were popular in the past while still enjoying the competition of an outdoor monster Wii challenge! Information: 343-3506.
Sat, Aug 18, 6-8 p.m.
The Armour House & Gardens. Free.
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 501-5135 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.