July 15
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Government Complex on Mimms Loop.
ANCESTRY.COM – GET STARTED AT CCPL – Discover the world’s largest online family history resource. Learn how to trace your family tree using U.S. Census records, city directories, and marriage, birth, death and military service records. Basic computer skills are required. Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to the date of each class. Central LIbrary. 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
July 16
CHESTER PICKLEBALL. Goyne Park. Ecoff Ave. Each Thursday. 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Play will be at the tennis courts located behind the baseball field. Questions or info, call 804-712-9113.
SUMMER THURSDAYS FOOD COURT – 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.St. Ann Catholic Church, Jeff Davis Highway and Harrowgate Road. Details: 526 – 2548 or visit www.stanncc.com.
CHESTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION THIRD THURSDAYS. Free Concert. Bluegrass and folk music performance by The Cary Street Ramblers. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Chester Village Green.11801 Centre St. across from Chester Library.
COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD MEETING – 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Rogers Building, 6801 Lucy Corr Boulevard, Chesterfield. Each public meeting agenda provides the opportunity for citizens to address the Board. Requests to address the Board can be made by calling Brook P. Cook, Administrative Assistant to the Board, at 804-768-7220.
July 17
FISHING FUNDAMENTALS. Pocahontas State Park boat dock. 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. Staff will teach you all the basics you’ll need to know to get yourself started with one of their most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line. Equipment provided. 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, Phone: 804-796-4255.
July 18
WOOD’S UMC FARMERS MARKET – 8:30 a.m. – Noon. Wood’s United Methodist Church, 7200 Hickory Rd. S. Chesterfield.
GOING TO THE ZOO – Animal stories come to life in this interactive program. Sing along, play instruments, and act out the story. Recommended for preschoolers. Registration is required and began two weeks prior to the date of each program. Central Library. 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
STORYTELLING WITH PUPPETS – Create a puppet, choose a story, and star in your own puppet show. All materials are provided. Recommended for ages 6-10. Registration is required and begins July 4. Please register only the child who will participate in the class. Parents do not need to register. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Meadowdale Library.
July 19
MEET THE TREES HIKE. Pocahontas State Park boat dock.2:30 p.m. Starting at the footbridge by the boat dock, join staff in a 2.25 mile guided hike through the forest exploration trail. Learn about the different types of trees. Weather permitting. The park has events scheduled throughout the day each week this summer. Visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/pochontas.shtml for more information.
July 20
CHEMICALLY ACTIVE! – Learn about chemical reactions with fun and safe science experiments using chemicals we see every day. Recommended for kids in elementary school. Registration is required and begins July 6. 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m. Ettrick-Matoaca Library.
COMMITTEE ON THE FUTURE – Advises the Board of Supervisors on possible changes in governmental structure, revisions to fiscal and land use planning and other matters relating to the future provision of services to County citizens. Lane Ramsey Administration Building, Room 502, 9901 Lori Road, Chesterfield. 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
July 21
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832
F.U.N. @ CCPL 2015: Families Understanding Numbers – Banking and Banking Services. Grandparents! Are you raising (or helping to raise) your grandchildren? We can help! Get tools to use your money more efficiently with monthly classes for the whole family. Learn about the various kinds of banks, the services they provide, and how to determine whether or not a bank meets your personal needs. Find out about interest, compound interest, the “Rule of 72,” savings accounts, certificates of deposit, transaction accounts, and deposit accounts. Activities will be included for all ages. Registration is required. Call 804-706-2607 to register and for more information. 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Meadowdale Library.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION IN YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY – Your home, property, or a landmark is an important part of your community’s story. Learn about the National Register for Historic Places and how to complete the nomination form for consideration. 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Chester Library.
