JUNE 1
CHESTER CHOICES – Book discussion: “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil: A Savannah Story,” by John Berendt. Chester Library. 10:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. No registration required.
JUNE 2
PERFORMING ARTS SHOWCASE – 8:30 p.m. Salem Church Middle will present a in the Heritage Amphitheater at Pocahontas State Park. More than 250 students will perform selections showcasing the school’s “Journey of Hope” project-based learning units and other spring pieces. The performance by drama, chorus, orchestra, guitar and band students is free to the public, but there is a parking fee of $4 cash per vehicle.
JUNE 3
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT – 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Rd. Enjoy the family movie, “Inside Out,” under the stars. Visit the vendors for giveaways before the movie begins. Kids can enjoy the Children’s Fun Zone. Bring your own chairs. Rain-date is Saturday, May 28. Gates open at 6 p.m. Movie begins at dusk. Free event. Details: Mark Pinney, 748-1992 or [email protected]
JUNE 4
CHESTER FARMERS MARKET – 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Chester Village Green Drive and Centre Street
GAMEON@YOUR LIBRARY – 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Play Wii games. Chester Library.
PLANTERS DAY FESTIVAL – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take a historical look at the jobs and crafts of the 19th century. Magnolia Grange, 10020 Iron Bridge Road
CORNELIUS MIMMS: A LEGEND AND LEGACY – 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia African-American History Committee Presents Cornelius Mimms at Magnolia Grange.
WOODS UMC FARMERS MARKET – 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. 7200 Hickory Rd.
JUNE 5
RICHMOND SYMPHONY PERFORMANCE – 7 p.m. Pocahontas Heritage Amphitheater, A picnic, blankets or lawn chairs are recommended. No alcohol or glass bottles are allowed. Free admission, per-vehicle charge for parking. 10301 State Park Road. Rain date: Sunday, June 5, James River High School, 7 p.m.
JUNE 6
UNDERWATER ROBOTS – 9 until 11:30 a.m. Six schools will battle at the Swift Creek YMCA with underwater robots they have built. About 150 students will be poolside operating submerged robots. These schools are sending teams to the SeaPerch competition: Carver College and Career, Academy 360, Falling Creek Middle, Swift Creek Middle, Manchester Middle, and Matoaca Middle. For more information, email [email protected] or go to www.seaperch.org/index.
JUNE 7
CCPL CHESS CLUB – 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Learn to play chess in a relaxed, stress-free environment, or meet others who enjoy the game. All ages and skill levels are welcomed. Meadowdale Library
CCPS NIGHT @ THE LIBRARY – 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Families with students in Chesterfield County Public Schools are invited to CCPS Night @ the Library to kick off summer reading. The event will take place at all Chesterfield County public libraries.
JUNE 8
CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex
LOCAL ARTIST TERRY LACY oil painting exhibit opens. Exhibit will be on display during the run of the play “Hallelujah Girls” at Swift Creek Mill Theatre. 17401 Jefferson Davis Hwy.
JUNE 9
FORT LEE ARMY BAND – 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Chester Village Green 11801 Centre St. Join the Kiwanis Club of Chester as they host the 14th annual Concert on the Green. Enjoy a variety of music including patriotic, country, jazz, and classics.
