AUGUST 3 ROBOT RESUMES TO BEAT THE AUTOMATIC TRACKING SYSTEM – 10 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. Meadowdale Library. Learn how to construct a resume that can beat the system and get your foot in the door. Register online at library.chesterfield.gov. HOW TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA IN A JOB SEARCH – 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Meadowdale Library. Learn how to use social media to find job opportunities and to create an online presence that will increase your marketability to employers. Register online at library.chesterfield.gov CHESTER CHOICES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – 10:30 a.m. until noon. “The Oregon Trail: A New American…
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Anna Knowles is exhibiting her photography, with an emphasis on nature and travel. She is hanging the exhibit on August 1 and leaving it through October 1. She is planning to participate in Chester Library’s artist reception on Saturday, August 6, from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. The reception is sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Chester in support of the Chesterfield Center for the Arts Foundation.
Chesterfield County Public Library is partnering with the Resource Workforce Center to host a unique, nationally-recognized job fair that offers participants career skills workshops prior to their meeting with employers. Ladders to Success: Not Your Ordinary Job Fair is on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Blvd., North Chesterfield. Participants can speak directly to employers, apply for jobs, and have opportunities to interview on site. Both private and public employers will be in attendance. Four workshops will be offered August 3 and10, to help job seekers sharpen their skills. Robot Resumes to Beat the…
JULY 27 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING – 3 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. break at 5 p.m. for dinner, and then resume at 6:30 p.m. Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Rd. CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex JULY 28 BRONCO U11 WORLD SERIES OPENING DAY – Opening ceremonies will be held at 4:30 p.m. Dale District Supervisor Jim Holland will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the first game at 5:30 pm. Chesterfield County will play host to the Bronco U11 World Series in which eight teams from around the world will…
JULY 20 HOW SWEET IT IS – Limiting Sugar in Your Diet – 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. – Learn about how foods high in sugar sneak into our diet and effective ways to reduce them. Free snack and health guide. Chesterfield Community Development Building, 9800 Government Center Pkwy. Details: Chesterfield Senior Advocate, 804-768-7878. CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex JULY 21 HENRICUS HISTORICAL PARK AND AGRICULTURE IN THE CLASSROOM TEACHER WORKSHOP – 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Agriculture through the Centuries (educators of grades pre-K to 5) Free admission, lunch included. Henricus Historical…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) will present a family-friendly event at the County Museum on Saturday, July 30. Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to learn about chores and crafts of long ago. Candle dipping will be demonstrated from 11 a.m. to noon; learn about hand -rolled bees-wax candle making from noon to 1 p.m. Experience butter churning and make an herbal sachet to take home, anytime during event hours. CHSV’s event is appropriate for all ages. While the event is free, donations are welcome. Tours of the 1892 Jail will be available during the…
JULY 13 WHOLE GRAINS – 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. Senior Advocate’s Office, Chesterfield Community Development Building, 9800 Government Center Pkwy. Learn about the benefits of eating whole grains daily and the difference between whole grains and refined grains. Attendees will receive a healthy snack and a health guide with recipes and tips for healthy living. For more information contact Senior Advocate’s office at 804-768-7878. CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex JULY 14 All county libraries will reopen on each Thursday beginning in the fall. Central Library is the only library open on Thursdays…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) in partnership with Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation will offer four camps this summer. Diggin’ in History Beginner Archaeology Camp is designed for children ages eight through 12. The children will learn how to search for clues from the past. Hands-on activities include site surveys, excavations, and artifact repair. A field trip to the Prince George Heritage Museum is included. The date for this camp is August 8-12. Time is 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Cost is $100/camper. Prepaid registration is required. Junior Archaeology Summer Camp, for children ages 11 through…
JULY 6 CHESTER CHOICES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – 10:30 a.m. until Noon. “Mercy Snow” by Tiffany Baker will be discussed. No registration required. CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex JULY 8 THE EMBERS FEATURING CRAIG WOOLARD IN CONCERT – 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. Pocahontas State Park Amphitheater, 10301 State Park Rd. Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring a good pair of dancing shoes and a chair. Concessions available. Free admission, vehicle charge for parking. Details: 748-1992 or [email protected] BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION – 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Brighter Living Assisted Living in partnership…
Chesterfield County Public Library has received several nature backpacks for each of its 10 libraries. The backpacks are part of a partnership with the Library of Virginia, Virginia State Parks, and the Science Museum of Virginia. They include a free parking pass to any of the Virginia State Parks and are stocked with tools for customers to use to better explore and learn about nature. Available during library hours at all library locations. For more information call 751-CCPL or visit library.chesterfield.gov.